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corleoned — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 20:40:09 GMT

Please Welcome to the stamping community (literally), startrekrebootr, a stamping community entirely dedicated to the Reboot Star Trek Franchise!

Now, you may ask, why is this community narrowed to only the Reboot franchise?

The answer's pretty simple: The Star Trek universe is so broad and diverse that truly each and every series or show would probably need it's own stamping community to allow for the most accurate stamping results. Believe me, I'm a fan of all of the Star Trek series, and just because this community is dedicated to the newest rendition, does not mean we do not all love and enjoy the others. It simply is the newest rendition, with new movies set to be coming out for the next few years, and therefore probably the most accessible to those just joining the fandom. So easier for everyone to play along ^_^

Anyhow, just vote on a few applications, fill out the application from yourself, and find out who you're most like! Are you a sardonic grumpy doctor like McCoy, an engaging and charismatic captain, an emotionally isolated science officer? Whatever you are, you'll find out at startrekrebootr, so climb aboard, and boldly go, where no man has gone before!

Pixaaaar please!

behindgrey_eyes — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 01:36:15 GMT

WHICH PIXAR CHARACTER ARE YOU?

Name: Louisa
Age: 25
Previous Stamps:
Matched with Superman
Holiday Kiss - In the Snow
Disney Couple - Ariel and Eric
Disney Heroine - Ariel
Hallowe'en Couple - Jack and Sally
Kiss -Upside Down Kiss
Leading Man - Johnny Depp
Pet Name - Honey
Ideal Date - Movies

Describe your personality:I'm really a person of opposites. I can be hard-working but also very lazy. Hyper yet laid back. Silly, but very mature. I've been described as quite batty and a little standoffish. Most of the time I tend to be pretty free spirited. I love talking, I can never get enough conversation.  I'm a bit loud and flaily and generally a dork. I am often very easily obsessed with something new and shiny, but when I do become so passionate about something I'm usually into it for life. I can be determined when it comes to some things, but on occasion I can be put off if I'm struggling and my self esteem has taken a blow. I am relatively forgiving[not as much as I used to be!] but I rarely forget if someone has crossed me.
Likes:Cake! films, video games, the sea, photography, Criminal Minds, Supernatural, dolls, Disney, clothes, traveling, cartoons.
Dislikes/Pet Peeves: Being late, twilight, onions, mushrooms, spiders, being alone too long, bullies.
Some positive traits: Intelligent, caring, loyal, determined, funny, free-spirited, generous.
Some negative traits: Sarcastic, cynical, reclusive, self conscious, lazy, easily angered.
Talents: Umm...? Baking probably. I have a pretty good memory for random information. I'm half decent at playing games.
Favorite Pixar movie and why? (Please don't try to tilt this for your vote): Absolutely Toy Story 2. It has video games, an epic journey across town, Jessie's emotional back story, Bullseye! DAT RESTORATION SCENE...Basically its just amazing. Zurg is hilarious as well.
How are you like in love?: I think I’ve been in love once. Unfortunately he didn’t feel the same and it became sort of twisted. But if I love someone [in any way, be it platonic or not!], I’m very devoted. I’m ridiculously loyal [often to my detriment] and tend to like to take care of people. I’m generous towards the people I love, I often buy silly presents. I like to think I’m attentive.
What type of heroine/hero do you think would be if someone or something you loved was in trouble? I wouldn't give up. I'd be terrified and probably second guessing myself, but I'd be determined.
Who is the DISNEY character you most easily relate to and why? (Ex: NOT any of the films mentioned.): I relate to one Pixar character very well but shhh! XD I'd have to go with Ariel from TLM. I think I just love her sense of adventure and her passion. I love how she expresses herself with and without her voice.

Qualities
("X" whichever apply)
You're musical. ()
You are crafty. (x)
You are good at making people laugh .(x)
You are wise. (/)
You are street-smart. (/)
You are graceful/elegant. ()
You are a good leader.()
You don't fall under pressure. (x)
You are determined. (x)
You are elusive. (x)
You stand behind your beliefs no matter WHAT the consequence. (x)
You can be obsessive. (x)
You aren't conventional. (x)
You are easily misled. ()

You tend to usually get what you want. ()

You are scatter-brained. (x)
You are a dominant individual. ()
You have trouble with descion-making. (x)
When you want something, you let NOTHING stand in your way. (x)
You are blunt and brash. (x)
You often feel unappreciated. (x)
You are considered "cold-hearted" at times. (/)
You are conniving. (/)
You tend to over-eat. (/)
Others find you intimidating.(maybe?)
You are often attracted to the "dark side" of things.(x)
You'd betray your family/friends if it meant getting something you wanted.()
You'd do anything for love.(x)
You like to party.(/)
You love the outdoors.(x)
You are physically strong.(ish)

Post at least three pictures of yourself, or a detailed description:

VOTES: Voted on all unstamped :)

Pixar Character Theme!

corleoned — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 04:12:20 GMT

WHICH PIXAR CHARACTER ARE YOU?

Name: Lauren
Age: 19
Previous Stamps: Too many to count.

Describe your personality:
Ipersonic:
♥ Analytical Thinkers:
-Reserved, quiet persons.
-Like to get to the bottom of things
-Modest persons with sharp intellect, quickly and comprehensively grasp patterns, principles and structures.
-Analytical Thinkers like to work alone; their ability to concentrate is more marked than that of all other personality types.
-Analytical Thinkers have little interest in everyday concerns - home and workplace are chaotic, only concerns himself with banalities such as bodily needs when it becomes absolutely unavoidable.
-The acknowledgement of their work by others does not play a great role for them; in general,they are quite independent of social relationships and very self-reliant.
-Analytical Thinkers therefore often give others the impression that they are arrogant or snobby - especially because they do not hesitate to speak their mind with their often harsh (even if justified) criticism and their imperturbable self-confidence. Incompetent contemporaries do not have it easy with them.
-Whoever succeeds in winning their respect and interest has a witty and very intelligent person to talk to. A partner who amazes one with his excellent powers of observation and his very dry humour.

Adjectives:
Introverted, theoretical, logical, spontaneous, rational, analytical, intellectual, sceptical, pensive, critical, quiet, precise, independent, creative, inventive, abstract, eccentric, curious, reserved, self-involved, imaginative, determined, modest, careful, incommunicative, witty.

♥ Also, my Myers-Briggs personality:
-Idealists are incurable romantics who prefer to focus on what might be, rather than what is. The real, practical world is only a starting place for Idealists; they believe that life is filled with possibilities waiting to be realized, rich with meanings calling out to be understood. This idea of a mystical or spiritual dimension to life, the "not visible" or the "not yet" that can only be known through intuition or by a leap of faith, is far more important to Idealists than the world of material things.
Highly ethical in their actions, Idealists hold themselves to a strict standard of personal integrity. They must be true to themselves and to others, and they can be quite hard on themselves when they are dishonest, or when they are false or insincere. More often, however, Idealists are the very soul of kindness. Particularly in their personal relationships, Idealists are without question filled with love and good will. They believe in giving of themselves to help others; they cherish a few warm, sensitive friendships; they strive for a special rapport with their children; and in marriage they wish to find a "soulmate," someone with whom they can bond emotionally and spiritually, sharing their deepest feelings and their complex inner worlds.

I actually took this a few weeks ago, and my "Introverted" has gone much lower, almost fifty fifty.

♥Enegram Type Three:The Achiever:
-The "stars" of human nature,
-People often look up to them because of their graciousness and personal accomplishments.
-They are usually well regarded and popular among their peers, the type of person who is frequently voted “class president" or “home coming queen”
-Threes act as living “role models” and paragons because of their extraordinary embodiment of socially valued qualities.
-Threes will try to become somebody noteworthy in their family and their community. They will not be a “nobody.”
-They want success because they are afraid of disappearing into a chasm of emptiness and worthlessness: without the increased attention and feeling of accomplishment which success usually brings, Threes fear that they are nobody and have no value.
-The problem is that, in the headlong rush to achieve whatever they believe will make them more valuable, Threes can become so alienated from themselves that they no longer know what they truly want, or what their real feelings or interests are. In this state, they are easy prey to self–deception. From their earliest years, as Threes become dependent on receiving attention from others and in pursuing the values that others reward, they gradually lose touch with themselves. Step by step, their own inner core, their “heart’s desire,” is left behind until they no longer recognize it.
-Thus, while they are the primary type in the Feeling Center, Threes, interestingly, are not known as “feeling” people; rather, they are people of action and achievement. It is as if they “put their feelings in a box” so that they can get ahead with what they want to achieve. Threes have come to believe that emotions get in the way of their performance, so they substitute thinking and practical action for feelings.
-Threes report that when they realize to what extent they have adapted their lives to the expectations of others, the question arises, “Well, then, what do I want?” They often simply did not know; it was not a question that had ever come up before. Thus, the fundamental dilemma of Threes is that they have not been allowed to be who they really are and to manifest their own authentic qualities. At a young age, they got the message that they were not allowed to have feelings and be themselves: they must, in effect, be someone else to be accepted. To some degree, all of the personality types have been sent the same message, but because of their particular background and makeup, Threes not only heard it, they began to live by it. The attention they received by performing in a certain way was their oxygen, and they needed it to breathe. Unfortunately, it came at a high price.

Likes: Tea, running, reading, sports sports sports. Musical scores, films with good scripts and amazing special effects.

Music:
Adele, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Beethoven, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, any sort of classic rock or classical music. James Taylor, Carole King, Queen, Heart, AC/DC, CCR, The Who, David Bowie, The Eagles, Elton John, Cat Stevens, The Doors, Simon and Garfunkel, just to name a few. Also XFM radio with Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, and Karl Pilkington, folk music.

TV:
BBC's Sherlock, Star Trek: The Original Series, Doctor Who, Torchwood, Top Gear UK, Real Time with Bill Maher, Mock the Week, QI, Horrible Histories, BBC's Merlin, The Ricky Gervais Show.

Literature:
The Godfather, The Silence of the Lambs, anything by Shakespeare, anything by Oscar Wilde, Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries, anything that can be considered classic literature.

Actors/Actresses:
Michael Fassbender, Paul Newman, Benedict Cumberbatch, James Dean, Hugh Jackman, Mae West, Bette Davis, Colin Morgan, Bradley James.

Movies:
Any film by Alfred Hitchcock, Roman Polanski, or John Hughes. Foreign dramas, dramas, musicals, Classic Hollywood.

OTPS:
Master/Moriarty (Doctor Who/ Sherlock), Ianto/ Jack (Torchwood), Merlin/Arthur (BBC's Merlin), Gwen/Lance (BBC's Merlin), Bosie Douglas/Oscar Wilde.

Dislikes/Pet Peeves: Alcohol, loud people, people who talk when you're attempting to read, people who think they're better at things than they actually are.
Some positive traits: A leader, positive, optimistic, idealist, intelligent, gentle, kind, sweet, fun, sensitive, diligent, quiet, one-minded, ambitious, dedicated, analytical, creative, independent, critical, more of an individualist, abstract, reserved, strong, loyal.
Some negative traits: Stubborn, blunt, swears like a fucking sailor, impatient at times, doesn't like not having a plan ahead of time, can become obsessive with things, doesn't trust others to finish tasks or jobs, tends to take over, detatched, cold to people I don't like, proud.
Talents: Sports, volleyball in particular. Writing, the art of storytelling, humour. Athletics.
Favorite Pixar movie and why? (Please don't try to tilt this for your vote): So far? Up. It was an amazing film and piece of filmmaking. The montage at the beginning with Carl and his wife I'll never forget, and I think it's important to take into consideration throughout your life the lessons laid down in that film.
How are you like in love?: I don't know. I've never been.
What type of heroine/hero do you think would be if someone or something you loved was in trouble? A p-oed one XD
Who is the DISNEY character you most easily relate to and why? (Ex: NOT any of the films mentioned.): I always loved the character of Jane Porter. She's probably not as physical as I am, but she's very hands on, intelligent, funny, witty, and sarcastic. I also love Mulan, Rapunzel, Lady, Tramp, and Belle. I like character who aren't preoccupied with princes and have their own objectives in life.

Qualities
("X" whichever apply)
You're musical. (x)
You are crafty. (x)
You are good at making people laugh .(x)
You are wise. ()
You are street-smart. ()
You are graceful/elegant. ()
You are a good leader.(x)
You don't fall under pressure. (x)
You are determined. (x)
You are elusive. (x)
You stand behind your beliefs no matter WHAT the consequence. (x)
You can be obsessive. (x)
You aren't conventional. ()
You are easily misled. ()
You tend to usually get what you want. (/)
You are scatter-brained. ()
You are a dominant individual. (x)
You have trouble with descion-making. ()
When you want something, you let NOTHING stand in your way. (x)
You are blunt and brash. ()
You often feel unappreciated. ()
You are considered "cold-hearted" at times. (x)
You are conniving. (x)
You tend to over-eat. ()
Others find you intimidating.(x)
You are often attracted to the "dark side" of things.()
You'd betray your family/friends if it meant getting something you wanted.(/)
You'd do anything for love.()
You like to party.()
You love the outdoors.(x)
You are physically strong.(x)

Post at least three pictures of yourself, or a detailed description:

VOTES: (Do not recycle links!)
(I voted on all that needed votes :3)

New Theme: Pixar Characters!

corleoned — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 01:51:29 GMT

Pixar Characters are from any of the following Pixar Feature Films:

Toy Story
A Bug's Life
Toy Story 2
Monster's Inc
Finding Nemo
The Incredibles
Cars
Ratitouille
WALL-E
Up
Toy Story 3
Cars 2
Brave

Please note that this variation of the "personality" theme also is indicated by looks as well. So, for example, if you happen to have a cheery and ditzy disposition, but the voter is stuck between two characters, the fact that the person has "kind eyes" might lean one more towards Dory than, say, Kevin.

APPLICATION:

WHICH PIXAR CHARACTER ARE YOU? Name: Age: Previous Stamps: <lj-cut text="I want my freedom!"> Describe your personality: Likes: Dislikes/Pet Peeves: Some positive traits: Some negative traits: Talents: Favorite Pixar movie and why? (Please don't try to tilt this for your vote): How are you like in love?: What type of heroine/hero do you think would be if someone or something you loved was in trouble? Who is the DISNEY character you most easily relate to and why? (Ex: NOT any of the films mentioned.): Qualities ("X" whichever apply) You're musical. () You are crafty. () You are good at making people laugh .() You are wise. () You are street-smart. () You are graceful/elegant. () You are a good leader.() You don't fall under pressure. () You are determined. () You are elusive. () You stand behind your beliefs no matter WHAT the consequence. () You can be obsessive. () You aren't conventional. () You are easily misled. () You tend to usually get what you want. () You are scatter-brained. () You are a dominant individual. () You have trouble with descion-making. () When you want something, you let NOTHING stand in your way. () You are blunt and brash. () You often feel unappreciated. () You are considered "cold-hearted" at times. () You are conniving. () You tend to over-eat. () Others find you intimidating.() You are often attracted to the "dark side" of things.() You'd betray your family/friends if it meant getting something you wanted.() You'd do anything for love.() You like to party.() You love the outdoors.() You are physically strong.() Post at least three pictures of yourself, or a detailed description: VOTES: (Do not recycle links!) 1. 2. 3.</lj-cut>

corleoned — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 17:35:06 GMT

Hey everyone!

Going to attempt to revive this community: Next theme will be Pixar characters personality! :)

corleoned — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 20:15:51 GMT

Please vote on the remaining applications :)

Jane Austen Personality Theme.

corleoned — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:02:55 GMT

JANE AUSTEN PERSONALITY THEME

Name: Lauren
Age: 19
Previous Stamps: My Fair Lady [Movie]
Hercules and Meg [Disney Royalty]
Eric Clapton and Alice Liddell [Muse]
Andrew and Watts [80s Rom-Com Characters]
Athena [Greek God Parent]
Oliver Wood [HP Match]
Female, male or best-fit stamp: Best fit, please.

Name: Lauren
Are you over 13?: 19
Personality: Ipersonic:
♥ Analytical Thinkers:
-Reserved, quiet persons.
-Like to get to the bottom of things
-Modest persons with sharp intellect, quickly and comprehensively grasp patterns, principles and structures.
-Analytical Thinkers like to work alone; their ability to concentrate is more marked than that of all other personality types.
-Analytical Thinkers have little interest in everyday concerns - home and workplace are chaotic, only concerns himself with banalities such as bodily needs when it becomes absolutely unavoidable.
-The acknowledgement of their work by others does not play a great role for them; in general,they are quite independent of social relationships and very self-reliant.
-Analytical Thinkers therefore often give others the impression that they are arrogant or snobby - especially because they do not hesitate to speak their mind with their often harsh (even if justified) criticism and their imperturbable self-confidence. Incompetent contemporaries do not have it easy with them.
-Whoever succeeds in winning their respect and interest has a witty and very intelligent person to talk to. A partner who amazes one with his excellent powers of observation and his very dry humour.

Adjectives:
Introverted, theoretical, logical, spontaneous, rational, analytical, intellectual, sceptical, pensive, critical, quiet, precise, independent, creative, inventive, abstract, eccentric, curious, reserved, self-involved, imaginative, determined, modest, careful, incommunicative, witty.

♥ Also, my Myers-Briggs personality:
-Idealists are incurable romantics who prefer to focus on what might be, rather than what is. The real, practical world is only a starting place for Idealists; they believe that life is filled with possibilities waiting to be realized, rich with meanings calling out to be understood. This idea of a mystical or spiritual dimension to life, the "not visible" or the "not yet" that can only be known through intuition or by a leap of faith, is far more important to Idealists than the world of material things.
Highly ethical in their actions, Idealists hold themselves to a strict standard of personal integrity. They must be true to themselves and to others, and they can be quite hard on themselves when they are dishonest, or when they are false or insincere. More often, however, Idealists are the very soul of kindness. Particularly in their personal relationships, Idealists are without question filled with love and good will. They believe in giving of themselves to help others; they cherish a few warm, sensitive friendships; they strive for a special rapport with their children; and in marriage they wish to find a "soulmate," someone with whom they can bond emotionally and spiritually, sharing their deepest feelings and their complex inner worlds.

♥Enegram Type Three:The Achiever:
-The "stars" of human nature,
-People often look up to them because of their graciousness and personal accomplishments.
-They are usually well regarded and popular among their peers, the type of person who is frequently voted “class president" or “home coming queen”
-Threes act as living “role models” and paragons because of their extraordinary embodiment of socially valued qualities.
-Threes will try to become somebody noteworthy in their family and their community. They will not be a “nobody.”
-They want success because they are afraid of disappearing into a chasm of emptiness and worthlessness: without the increased attention and feeling of accomplishment which success usually brings, Threes fear that they are nobody and have no value.
-The problem is that, in the headlong rush to achieve whatever they believe will make them more valuable, Threes can become so alienated from themselves that they no longer know what they truly want, or what their real feelings or interests are. In this state, they are easy prey to self–deception. From their earliest years, as Threes become dependent on receiving attention from others and in pursuing the values that others reward, they gradually lose touch with themselves. Step by step, their own inner core, their “heart’s desire,” is left behind until they no longer recognize it.
-Thus, while they are the primary type in the Feeling Center, Threes, interestingly, are not known as “feeling” people; rather, they are people of action and achievement. It is as if they “put their feelings in a box” so that they can get ahead with what they want to achieve. Threes have come to believe that emotions get in the way of their performance, so they substitute thinking and practical action for feelings.
-Threes report that when they realize to what extent they have adapted their lives to the expectations of others, the question arises, “Well, then, what do I want?” They often simply did not know; it was not a question that had ever come up before. Thus, the fundamental dilemma of Threes is that they have not been allowed to be who they really are and to manifest their own authentic qualities. At a young age, they got the message that they were not allowed to have feelings and be themselves: they must, in effect, be someone else to be accepted. To some degree, all of the personality types have been sent the same message, but because of their particular background and makeup, Threes not only heard it, they began to live by it. The attention they received by performing in a certain way was their oxygen, and they needed it to breathe. Unfortunately, it came at a high price.

Likes/ Dislikes: Idiots, drunkards, people who're entitled, people who believe the whole world will lay down for them and they don't have to work for anything, irritating incompetents, basically |D
Positive Traits: Gentle, kind, intelligent, diligent, sensitive, a leader, protective, private, independent, playful, caring, dry, quiet.
Negative Traits: A hidden temper, a dislike of being controlled, can be seen as being distant, absent-minded.

What are some of your goals and dreams? I love history, I love stories, I love any medium expressing both. I'd love to be a historical adviser in films or plays, historical advising in documentaries of some such sort. I love it. I'd love to help actors and actresses express their craft more easily and great stories through telling people what truly happened in history, and allowing these stories to live again. Anything to do with literature, arts, culture, language, history, that's my dream. Anything I can do with these sort of things, through the label of my Classicist/Historian degrees, that would be amazing. (I've been watching a World War Two documentary marathon for three hours now |D) I'm a hard worker, I love work, I love culture, I love history, and I'm a sensitive person, I love anything that can affect the soul.

How do you feel about love and relationships? I know I have high expectations, meaning, I don't lay down for anyone. I need to be in control, and I don't like being controlled. Part of me does desperately wish for a relationship, the other part of me rages that I never need anyone because I'm all that I need, and another part of me is determined never to be captured or controlled. It would take someone special and able to soothe that agitated side to allow my gentle side to come out from behind that wall of fear and emotions.

Tick whichever is applicable to your personality, and please provide an explanation:
I am more:
[ ] Shy [ ] Outgoing: Neither. I'm quiet, but I'm not afraid to speak my mind if the moment truly calls for it. But I'm not a person who deliberately likes confrontation either. I'm polite and quiet and keep to myself most of the time, unless I'm making a crack.
[ ] Creative [ ] Sporty: Both. I'm an athletic person, but that doesn't mean I'm not also creative.
[ ] Academic [ ] Social: Like I said, I'm well-rounded |D -facepalm- -blushes-

There is a ball tonight in high society. How would you react when faced with such a large social occasion? XD Um, I'm not a big "dance/club/ball" person, even at the best of times. Usually I have to force myself to go, even though I love the idea of formal dance, it never really is that, is it? If it filled my ideals of 'proper' respectable dancing in my mind, maybe I'd go, but really, I don't want to watch people grinding against each other. I hate public displays of affection ninety percent of the time, I really do, it just seems so desperate and ugh |D If everyone was following procedure or I was convinced to go, maybe, but besides, no. I'd much rather have a quiet night in to myself reading or something. I can be social and gregarious and charming and enjoy these sorts of evens, but immediate reaction is "Eh, I'll go, but I'm not ecstatic about it, and will probably regret it later." Usually I don't though. xD

Would you ever consider marrying not for love, or for money? Why or why not? No. Why be miserable, even if for social betterment? I value my independence too much, and I like being too much in control.

How would you react to the inevitable gossip people spread about you? Would you confront them, or quietly attempt to rise above the situation? The only thing you can do about gossip is to attempt to rise above and be the better person. I would never attempt to be involved in something as ridiculous as gossip, since I HATE it and never am involved in it personally, and supremely value my privacy. I'd expect I'd ignore it, be the better man, rise above, but be like I am now, secretly joking about it with few people who are close to me.

A man you're in love with/ wish to impress keeps catching you in compromising situations, slandering his judgement of you. How would you deal? I would pretend indifference, but secretly care, especially if I did actually find some attraction towards him. I used to have difficulty not being liked, but now that I'm older and wiser I realize it's truly their problem if they don't like me, not mine, because I know I'm a good person.

What sort of woman would you be in the Regency period, and what would you do? (I.E: Sew, be the perfect regency woman, etc, or not fit the standards?: XD I'd try my best I figure, but I doubt I'd fit in. I'd do something ridiculous like horseback riding on my own and someone would see me and YEE GADS WHAT WOULD SOCIETY MAKE OF IT, but no, I know for a fact that attendants would irritate me and I really wouldn't fit in well at all, as much as I'd try to be polite and kind and all of that rot |D -facepalm-

Post a few pictures of your Regency self:

Me with my new nail-polish and in baggy trackie top. Very regency XD

Most of the time I look quite serious like this though. I'm quite insecure about my smile, so usually I just maintain a serious look in photos.

[X] I have voted on all unstamped applications
(If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!)

(Also, I'll just be leaving this here |DDDD Carry on.)

New Theme: Jane Austen Characters!

corleoned — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:54:39 GMT

Please excuse crap stamps, but I'm swamped making personal stamps lately, so I figured to keep it simple |D

Anywho, the newest theme is Jane Austen personality! It is open to any character in the Jane Austen world in any one of her novels.

Links to the complete lists of all the characters in each novel are here, if you haven't read all of her works. Please try to endeavor to look up at least the plots of the novels, if you don't know the characters others are mentioning. Open to both female and male characters:

In Pride and Prejudice: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Sense and Sensibility: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Mansfield Park: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Lady Susas: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Emma: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Persuasion: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Northanger Abbey: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In The Watsons: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

In Sandition: http://www.pemberley.com/bin/regency/jan…

Application:

JANE AUSTEN PERSONALITY THEME Name: Age: Previous Stamps: Female, male or best-fit stamp: <lj-cut text="No one who had ever seen Catherine Morland in her infancy, would have supposed her born to be an heroine."> Name: Are you over 13?: Personality: Likes/ Dislikes: Positive Traits: Negative Traits: What are some of your goals and dreams? How do you feel about love and relationships? Tick whichever is applicable to your personality, and please provide an explanation: I am more: [ ] Shy [ ] Outgoing [ ] Creative [ ] Sporty [ ] Academic [ ] Social There is a ball tonight in high society. How would you react when faced with such a large social occasion? Would you ever consider marrying not for love, or for money? Why or why not? How would you react to the inevitable gossip people spread about you? Would you confront them, or quietly attempt to rise above the situation? A man you're in love with/ wish to impress keeps catching you in compromising situations, slandering his judgement of you. How would you deal? What sort of woman would you be in the Regency period, and what would you do? (I.E: Sew, be the perfect regency woman, etc, or not fit the standards?: Post a few pictures of your Regency self: [ ] I have voted on all unstamped applications (If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!) </lj-cut>

(Also, I'm sorry if there's a delay, but I do have three communities to run, all with their own individualized stamp themes, so I apologize to people who complain, but unfortunately I am not a robot and cannot function solely as a PSP-graphic maker. Carry on |D)

Harry Potter Matchmaker Theme.

corleoned — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 05:28:30 GMT

HARRY POTTER MATCHMAKER THEME

Name: Lauren
Age: 19
Previous Stamps: My Fair Lady [Movie]
Hercules and Meg [Disney Royalty]
Eric Clapton and Alice Liddell [Muse]
Andrew and Watts [80s Rom-Com Characters]
Athena [Greek God Parent]

And many more, these are simply the best fitting in my opinion.

Male, Female, or best-fit stamp?: Male, please.

Name: Lauren
Are you over 13?: 19
Personality: Ipersonic:
♥ Analytical Thinkers:
-Reserved, quiet persons.
-Like to get to the bottom of things
-Modest persons with sharp intellect, quickly and comprehensively grasp patterns, principles and structures.
-Analytical Thinkers like to work alone; their ability to concentrate is more marked than that of all other personality types.
-Analytical Thinkers have little interest in everyday concerns - home and workplace are chaotic, only concerns himself with banalities such as bodily needs when it becomes absolutely unavoidable.
-The acknowledgement of their work by others does not play a great role for them; in general,they are quite independent of social relationships and very self-reliant.
-Analytical Thinkers therefore often give others the impression that they are arrogant or snobby - especially because they do not hesitate to speak their mind with their often harsh (even if justified) criticism and their imperturbable self-confidence. Incompetent contemporaries do not have it easy with them.
-Whoever succeeds in winning their respect and interest has a witty and very intelligent person to talk to. A partner who amazes one with his excellent powers of observation and his very dry humour.

Adjectives:
Introverted, theoretical, logical, spontaneous, rational, analytical, intellectual, sceptical, pensive, critical, quiet, precise, independent, creative, inventive, abstract, eccentric, curious, reserved, self-involved, imaginative, determined, modest, careful, incommunicative, witty.

♥ Also, my Myers-Briggs personality:
-Idealists are incurable romantics who prefer to focus on what might be, rather than what is. The real, practical world is only a starting place for Idealists; they believe that life is filled with possibilities waiting to be realized, rich with meanings calling out to be understood. This idea of a mystical or spiritual dimension to life, the "not visible" or the "not yet" that can only be known through intuition or by a leap of faith, is far more important to Idealists than the world of material things.
Highly ethical in their actions, Idealists hold themselves to a strict standard of personal integrity. They must be true to themselves and to others, and they can be quite hard on themselves when they are dishonest, or when they are false or insincere. More often, however, Idealists are the very soul of kindness. Particularly in their personal relationships, Idealists are without question filled with love and good will. They believe in giving of themselves to help others; they cherish a few warm, sensitive friendships; they strive for a special rapport with their children; and in marriage they wish to find a "soulmate," someone with whom they can bond emotionally and spiritually, sharing their deepest feelings and their complex inner worlds.

♥Enegram Type Three:The Achiever:
-The "stars" of human nature,
-People often look up to them because of their graciousness and personal accomplishments.
-They are usually well regarded and popular among their peers, the type of person who is frequently voted “class president" or “home coming queen”
-Threes act as living “role models” and paragons because of their extraordinary embodiment of socially valued qualities.
-Threes will try to become somebody noteworthy in their family and their community. They will not be a “nobody.”
-They want success because they are afraid of disappearing into a chasm of emptiness and worthlessness: without the increased attention and feeling of accomplishment which success usually brings, Threes fear that they are nobody and have no value.
-The problem is that, in the headlong rush to achieve whatever they believe will make them more valuable, Threes can become so alienated from themselves that they no longer know what they truly want, or what their real feelings or interests are. In this state, they are easy prey to self–deception. From their earliest years, as Threes become dependent on receiving attention from others and in pursuing the values that others reward, they gradually lose touch with themselves. Step by step, their own inner core, their “heart’s desire,” is left behind until they no longer recognize it.
-Thus, while they are the primary type in the Feeling Center, Threes, interestingly, are not known as “feeling” people; rather, they are people of action and achievement. It is as if they “put their feelings in a box” so that they can get ahead with what they want to achieve. Threes have come to believe that emotions get in the way of their performance, so they substitute thinking and practical action for feelings.
-Threes report that when they realize to what extent they have adapted their lives to the expectations of others, the question arises, “Well, then, what do I want?” They often simply did not know; it was not a question that had ever come up before. Thus, the fundamental dilemma of Threes is that they have not been allowed to be who they really are and to manifest their own authentic qualities. At a young age, they got the message that they were not allowed to have feelings and be themselves: they must, in effect, be someone else to be accepted. To some degree, all of the personality types have been sent the same message, but because of their particular background and makeup, Threes not only heard it, they began to live by it. The attention they received by performing in a certain way was their oxygen, and they needed it to breathe. Unfortunately, it came at a high price.

And since it's the Harry Potter theme, I figured I'd put my "patronus personality" as well.

022. THE PHOENIX

The phoenix is a difficult patronus to come by, and if you do happen to have it, it signifies a very strong heart. These people have been through a lot in their life, and have risen from the ashes of it and become driven, daring, and a bit stubborn. They will not let anything bring them down, because they’ve been there before and never want to go back to that place. They have fire-like emotions, and can therefore be a bit tense at times. They are natural therapists, wanting to help others get out of tought places to allow them to rise as well. The most common house for a phoenix patronus is Gryffindor. The most common signs are Leo and Taurus.

Likes/ Dislikes:
Likes:
Music:
Adele, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Beethoven, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, any sort of classic rock or classical music. James Taylor, Carole King, Queen, Heart, AC/DC, CCR, The Who, David Bowie, The Eagles, Elton John, Cat Stevens, The Doors, Simon and Garfunkel, just to name a few. Also XFM radio with Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, and Karl Pilkington.

TV:
BBC's Sherlock, Star Trek: The Original Series, Doctor Who, Torchwood, Top Gear UK, Real Time with Bill Maher, Mock the Week, QI, Horrible Histories, BBC's Merlin, The Ricky Gervais Show.

Literature:
The Godfather, The Silence of the Lambs, anything by Shakespeare, anything by Oscar Wilde, Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries, anything that can be considered classic literature.

Actors/Actresses:
Michael Fassbender, Paul Newman, Benedict Cumberbatch, James Dean, Hugh Jackman, Mae West, Bette Davis, Colin Morgan, Bradley James.

Movies:
Any film by Alfred Hitchcock, Roman Polanski, or John Hughes. Foreign dramas, dramas, musicals, Classic Hollywood. Not a typical fan of action films and rom-coms.

Dislikes: Idiots, drunkards, loud noises.

Positive Traits: Gentle, kind, tender, intelligent, diligent, playful, loyal, brave, fun, serious, perfectionist, private, ability to be social and outgoing, but much more naturally introverted and keep to myself. I need my private time.
Negative Traits: Stubborn, obsessive, too independent, quiet.

Do you prefer younger, older, or the same age as you? Older or the same age. I wouldn't mind a bit younger than me, but of course, not a pedophile level |DDD I prefer people who are mature, to be honest.

Describe your ideal match physically I really don't have a physical type. I'd like them to be somewhat good-looking. I make the effort so they should too, but obviouisly if they're the most beautiful person internally, I really don't care. I don't put so much stock in how people look really, as long as their personalities are brilliant.

Describe your ideal match's personality What the relationship looks like...

ENTJs are usually happy with any relationship that can offer them growth and intellectual stimulation and the INTJ has a lot to offer in that respect. These types are often interested in the same things, have similar life philosophies and similar thinking patterns. This can make for hours of interesting conversations and debates and a feeling of mutual understanding.

It takes both these types quite some time to open up and many people are written off by them as not worthy of emotional attachment, so when they finally find someone who understands them on a deeper level it can be really intense and passionate.

What each type gets from the relationship...

- lots of stimulating conversations and idea exploring
- learning new things and sharing knowledge
- ENTJs learn to be more patient and reflective
- INTJs learn to act more and think less (yes, too much thinking/analyzing can be bad)
- a reliable partner in life who you can trust
- a low maintenance relationship with no emotional neediness or unnecessary drama
- a peaceful, structured and organized life which is important to both these types

INTJs live much of their lives inside their own heads. They constantly scan their environment for new ideas and theories which they can turn into plans and structures. Sometimes, what they see and understand intuitively within themselves is more pure and "perfect" than the reality of a close personal relationship. INTJs may have a problem reconciling their reality with their fantasy.

INTJs are not naturally in tune with their own feelings, or with what other people are feeling. They also have a tendency to believe that they are always right. While their self-confidence and esteem is attractive, their lack of sensitivity to others can be a problem if it causes them to inadvertantly hurt their partner's feelings. If this is a problem for an INTJ, they should remember to sometimes let their mate be the one who is right, and to try to be aware of the emotional effect that your words have upon them.

Words to describe him or her overall Intense, intelligent, focused, diligent, laid-back, funny, playful, charming, serious when it counts, caring, protective.

Which do you want- short term, long term, or full term (marriage)? Short term, long term, full term, intense either away.

Describe how your first date would be? Something different, something where we'd either be active or talking, something to make it exciting but also at the time enough of a laid-back time so that we can just head home at the end of the night as well. I either need something which pulls me out of my shell or that's comforting IN my shell, nothing in between.

If you married, what would your wedding be like? Intimate, whether it's large or small. I'd prefer small and intimate though.

Anything else you would like to add? I'd like to ask for someone other than Sirius Black or any of the Marauders. I usually get voted them as matchmakers, and as much as I love them, I feel that it's close to sheeping whenever I get voted them. So I'd really appreciate if everyone could think OUTSIDE of the box. I also really don't see myself with Cedric Diggory or Harry/Ron either, sorry |D -so specific- They're just more of someone I think I'd be friends with rather than a match. Maybe Cedric, but I think I'd need someone who'd challenge me more than anything to be a better person.

Also, an explanation would be fantastic <3

Post a few pictures of your Wizard self:

Post a few pictures of actors, actresses you may like (Attempt to keep away from Harry Potter actors):

The entire cast of Merlin is entirely flawless.

I'm telling you, I have a thing where I can't like people, no matter how good-looking they are. The following guys I like are mostly because they're amazing personality-wise, from what I've seen.

Tom Hiddleston: A Classics major with a love of literature and the most adorable personality in the world, I love him completely and utterly XD

Hugh Jackman. He seems like a really lovely guy, talented, laid-back and grounded.

Chris Pine. Another lit major, from what I've seen, a pretty class act.

When he's being himself, he's laid-back, able to take a joke about himself, and quiet.

Jean Dujardin. So funny, so grounded, so classy, and a total goofball/sweetheart. <3333333

[x] I have voted on all unstamped applications
(If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!)

New Themes: Harry Potter Matchmaker Theme!

corleoned — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:01:22 GMT

HARRY POTTER MATCHMAKER THEME Name: Age: Previous Stamps: Male, Female, or best-fit stamp?: <lj-cut text="WILLYOUGOTOTHEBALLWITHME?"> Name: Are you over 13?: Personality: Likes/ Dislikes: Positive Traits: Negative Traits: Do you prefer younger, older, or the same age as you? Describe your ideal match physically Describe your ideal match's personality Words to describe him or her overall Which do you want- short term, long term, or full term (marriage)? Describe how your first date would be? If you married, what would your wedding be like? Anything else you would like to add? Post a few pictures of your Wizard self: Post a few pictures of actors, actresses you may like (Attempt to keep away from Harry Potter actors): [ ] I have voted on all unstamped applications (If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!) </lj-cut>

MODPOST: New upcoming themes for the new year.

corleoned — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:06:59 GMT

Hey everyone!

Thanks for being so patient with me lately with stamping and such; it's been a busy couple weeks.

Well, some of the upcoming themes include for Valentines' Day Harry Potter Matchmaker, as well as a little late, a little "What will this year bring for you" theme. I have exams this week, but hopefully I'll be able to post them sometime between late night studying and attempting to remain sane. XD

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! Applications will be posted tomorrow! <33

MODNOTE: Please vote and upcoming theme suggestions!

corleoned — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:38:17 GMT

Hello everyone! :) I'd like to ask everyone to VOTE on the remaining applications so we can start our newest theme :)

Also, does anyone have any ideas for upcoming themes, especially with Valentines Day around the corner? I thought of historical couples as a theme, does anyone have any other ideas? :)

Stamped as Sabrina // Harry Potter Characters theme!

tunnels_of_loce — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:31:20 GMT

HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME

Name: Kelly
Age: 23
Previous Stamps: Regular: Sabrina
Matchmaker: Christian
Romantic Movie: Roman Holiday
Love Story: Star-crossed Lovers
Ideal Date: Romantic Dinner
Romantic City: Paris
Disney Couple: Prince Charming and Cinderella
Stereotype: Girl Next Door
Coffee Drinker: Black Coffee
Holiday Kiss: Under the Mistletoe
Disney Heroine: Aurora
Kiss: Innocent Kiss
Mall Store: American Eagle
Classic Starlets: Audrey Hepburn

I would also like the best-fit stamp please!

Name: Kelly
Are you over 13?: Yes
Personality: Overall, I think I'm just a nice person. I easily feel empathetic towards others and it's not hard for me to show compassion, either. Sometimes I think I might be TOO nice - I'm that person who apologizes for things I don't need to, but I can't always help it. I consider myself to be fiercely loyal and I would do ANYTHING for my friends. I would never betray them either, and I think that's probably the worst thing I could do. I've also been told that I'm fun and funny, and I have a very sarcastic sense of humor. I take school and work very seriously and I work hard, but I DO know how to have fun and I try to make sure to take some time to relax once in a while, because I drive myself crazy if I don't. I'm a bit of a hopeless romantic and dreamer, but I also try to be pretty realistic when it comes to love.
I'm also a bit of a perfectionist, and I get really frustrated with myself if I'm not perfect. I know that it's kind of ridiculous, but I do it anyway. I can also be pretty insecure sometimes but I've really been working on growing more confident, and I honestly think I've come a long way. I can be a bit shy and withdrawn, but I really open up around people that I know well and I've also become much more outgoing lately. I'm a really big procrastinator, though, it's awful. And I can't make decisions, either. D:
Likes/ Dislikes: Likes: Books, reading, Harry Potter, writing, watching movies, movies in general, DISNEY, Audrey Hepburn, music, shopping, ballet flats, purses, pearls, lilies, stars, flowers, snow, rain, being with my friends and family, my dog, coffee, chocolate, ice cream, traveling, Disneyland, animals, things that are pink!
Dislikes: Ticks, deep water, oranges, gum chewing and other loud, obnoxious chewing sounds, beets, sounds people make when they sleep, taking naps, people who are arrogant jerks and people who put down others just because they are different, and when people complain about things but don't bother to do anything to fix it.
Positive Traits: I am compassionate, friendly, loyal, creative, honest, smart, independent, romantic, helpful
Negative Traits: I'm very stubborn, sarcastic, indecisive, reserved, introverted, irritable, and a BIG procrastinator

Wand Cores and Wood: Which would yours be and what personality types would it display about you? (CHOOSE ONE OF BOTH CORE AND WOOD AND PLACE AN [X] BESIDE THEIR DESCRIPTION):

Wand Cores:
Dragon heartstring(s)
Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality.

Phoenix tail feather(s)
Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs.

XX (I've gotten stamped with this core multiple times before) Unicorn hair(s)
Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand.

Exotics:
Acromantula web
If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay.

Augurey tail feather
Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare.

Basilisk skin
Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands.

Billywig stinger(s)
Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor.

Boomslang venom
Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles.

Chimera scale fragment
Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed.

Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control.

Demiguise hair(s)
Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs.

Doxy wing(s)
Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core.

Erumpent hide
There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder.

Fairy wing(s)
This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair.

Fwooper feather(s)
Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability.

Hippogriff feather(s)
Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall.

Kelpie hair(s)
Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly.

Veela hair(s)
Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw.

Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of two cores.

Woods:

Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance.

Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example).

Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners.

Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic.

Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater.

Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic.

Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater.

Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family.

Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one.

Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens.

Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents.

Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA.

Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts.

Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak.

Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best.

Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder.

Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports.

Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands.

Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores.

Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection.

Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination.

Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides.

Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out.

Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand.

Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong.

Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted.

Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden.

Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration.

Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood.

Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile.

Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells.

Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination.

Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms.

Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable.

Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer!

Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood.

Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood.

Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood.

Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature.

Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it.

Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes.

Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it.

Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark.

White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with.

XX (I picked this one because I love willow trees, but I also am going to be a nurse and if I was a witch I could imagine wanting to be a healer as well) Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood.

Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration.

So, your letter has come late from a certain Wizarding school (Assuming you're over thirteen to be on Livejournal). The question is, which wizarding school would you be attending and why? Beauxbatons, Durmstrang, or Hogwarts?:
Hogwarts, definitely! Not only do we know the most about it, but I think I would prefer that atmosphere better than Beauxbatons or Durmstrang. We all know that Durmstrang is known for its involvement with the Dark Arts, which isn't something I would want to get into at all. Also, it's likely that it's located in a very cold climate and I would prefer something a bit more mild. Beauxbatons would be pretty and nice, but I would worry that people might be a little more stuck up there. I wouldn't mind going to school in France, though! But yes, Hogwarts is definitely the place for me, no denying it. :)

How were you raised up to this point in the Wizarding world? Is you life the same as it is now, but you simply receive a letter by owl one day, are you a Pureblood who always expected a letter since you come from a prominent Wizarding family, or are you a wizard in a Muggle family, not expecting a letter but appreciative all the same?: I've always imagined being a half-blood (or possibly a Pureblood, idk) but I could see myself either going to Muggle school before Hogwarts or being tutored at home somehow. Since letters don't arrive until you're 11, I really can't imagine NOT starting school until then. So I would be expecting a letter to arrive, but would still be so excited to get it (although probably a little nervous, too.

So you attend whichever of the most prominent Wizarding schools previously mentioned. Assuming the other schools have categories of "sorting" just like Hogwarts, and that all houses are universal, which house would you be assigned to and why? (Ex: Slytherin, Ravenclaw, etc.): I'm usually sorted/stamped into Hufflepuff and I would probably get sorted there at Hogwarts, too. I think that because I have such a strong belief in loyalty and fairness that it really motivates a lot of my choices and would most likely end up in the house that emphasizes that. :) However, I could see myself in Gryffindor or Ravenclaw too, and wouldn't mind being sorted there, either. But yeah, I do think I'd probably get Hufflepuff. :)

What would your favourite aspect of your Wizarding education be?: I can see myself loving almost every subject at Hogwarts! Some of my favorite scenes in the books were ones where Harry was in class, haha. I'm such a nerd and I love to learn, so yes. :D I think I would like Charms, Transfiguration and Potions the best!

You were invited to the Yule Ball! Who would be the type of person you'd go with? Someone who'd be a part-goer or someone who'd stay on the sidelines observing?: I'm not a wallflower, and I never have been. I don't like just sitting in the background watching everyone have fun, although I have done that before when I've been somewhere where I didn't know anyone. And I wouldn't want to go with someone who just wanted to sit there all night. BORING! If I'm at a dance I want to dance or socialize with my friends/date. Even if we're just sitting around eating, that would be fine (because I love to eat) because we'd be doing something and could talk and laugh and joke around. So basically, I would want to go with someone outgoing and who likes to have fun, but is also willing to pay attention to me. Lots of attention. :)

Do you do any extracirriculars at your school? Do you get up to any adventures or mischief?: When I was in school I was really involved in band, haha. I can imagine doing something similar at Hogwarts. If nothing else, I would definitely go to all the Quidditch games to support my team! But I'm not going to sit around 24/7. There's too much to do and see!

Post a few pictures of your Wizard self:

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HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME!

hilian — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 10:35:42 GMT

HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME

Name: Anna
Previous Stamps:
Previous Stamps:
Elizabeth Bennett (Regular)
Pride and Prejudice (Romantic movies)
Venice (Romantic cities)
Sugar (Pet name)
Rick (Matchmaker)
Jack & Sally (Halloween Couples)
Frappuccino Drinker (Coffee Drinker)
Bosie Douglas (Muses)
The Gamine(Stereotype)
Superman (Superhero match)
Meg & Hercules (Disney royalty)
Walk in the park (Ideal date)
Unknown (Kiss)
Chris Pine ( Leading man )
Jasmine ( Disney Heroines )
Sam ( 80s rom-com characters )

male stamp please :D

Name: Anna
Are you over 13?:yes
Personality:ENFPs are warm, enthusiastic people, typically very bright and full of potential. They live in the world of possibilities, and can become very passionate and excited about things. Their enthusiasm lends them the ability to inspire and motivate others, more so than we see in other types. They can talk their way in or out of anything. They love life, seeing it as a special gift, and strive to make the most out of it.

I'm sociable and it's normally quite easy for me to talk to people even if I don't know them very well. I really like meeting new people and making friends I am an extroverted person with an open mind. I`m not afraid to try new things, I'm adventurous and I like to travel a lot. I'm pretty confident and I don't like worrying about what people may think of me, or asking people's help.I'm very determined and I don't easily give up on things, I always try to give my best in everything I do and I really believe that perseverance is the key to success in life. I like to make people laugh and create a nice atmosphere. I usually don't trust people easily, but after once I trust a person I stand by them even when the whole world goes against them.I'm curious, and I always get up and investigate. I love to see new things, learn something new and i actually seek out new challenges everyday. I think that without challenges life would be boring.I'm revengeful. When someone do something bad to me ( or especially to the ones I care about ) I can't forgive and let it go. I know is not a positive things but sometimes I hold grudges for a long time,a very long time. It's very hard for me to put someone who has wronged me in my good graces again and is very difficult for me to forgive them. I'm stubborn, I have strong ideas and opinion that I really don't want to change and is nearly impossible very difficult for me to change my mind about something.I don't like being open to the possibility that I could be wrong
Likes/ Dislikes:
likes my friends, my family, books, videogames, tenchology related things, sports, smiling, making people smile, the sea.

dislikes: Discrimination, rude people, people who complain about everything, bigots, ignorance, close-minded people, being stressed, intolerance, liars, waiting.
Positive Traits:Bubbly, friendly, charming, confident,energetic, playful, easygoing, humorous, intelligent, determined, passionate, loyal, caring, adventurous
Negative Traits:stubborn, mischievous, unpredictable, grudge-holder, impatient, sensitive, emotional,impulsive, sarcastic, reckless,

Wand Cores and Wood: Which would yours be and what personality types would it display about you? (CHOOSE ONE OF BOTH CORE AND WOOD AND PLACE AN [X] BESIDE THEIR DESCRIPTION):

Wand Cores:
Dragon heartstring(s)
Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality.

Phoenix tail feather(s)
Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs.

Unicorn hair(s)
Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand.

Exotics:
Acromantula web
If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay.

Augurey tail feather
Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare.

Basilisk skin
Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands.

Billywig stinger(s)
Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor.

Boomslang venom
Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles.

Chimera scale fragment
Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed.

Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control.

Demiguise hair(s)
Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs.

Doxy wing(s)
Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core.

Erumpent hide
There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder.

Fairy wing(s)
This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair.

Fwooper feather(s)
Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability.

Hippogriff feather(s)
Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall.

Kelpie hair(s) x
Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly.

Veela hair(s)
Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw.

Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of two cores.

Woods:

Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance.

Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example).

Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners.

Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic.

Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater.

Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic.

Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater.

Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family.

Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one.

Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens.

Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents.

Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA.

Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts.

Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak.

Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best.

Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder.

Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports.

Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands.

Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores.

Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection.

Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination.

Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides.

Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out.

Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand.

Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong.

Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted.

Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden.

Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration.

Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood.

Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile.

Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells.

Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination.

Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms.

Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable.

Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer!

Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood.

Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood.

Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood.

Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature.

Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it.

Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes.

Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it.

Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark.

White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with.

Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood.

Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration.

So, your letter has come late from a certain Wizarding school (Assuming you're over thirteen to be on Livejournal). The question is, which wizarding school would you be attending and why? Beauxbatons, Durmstrang, or Hogwarts?: Uhm..probably Hogwarts. I can't see myself in Durmstrang (it doesn't really seem a place where you can have much fun and excitement) and even I think Beauxbatons might fit a bit I guess overall Hogwarts is the best fit for me.

How were you raised up to this point in the Wizarding world? Is you life the same as it is now, but you simply receive a letter by owl one day, are you a Pureblood who always expected a letter since you come from a prominent Wizarding family, or are you a wizard in a Muggle family, not expecting a letter but appreciative all the same?: I would prefer not to come from a Muggle family (I don't have anything at all against mugle families xD I swear!) but even if I expected the letter since I was a child I would probably be quite happy and start singing stupid songs like " guess who's going to Hogwarts next year" and happily bouncing all over the house.

So you attend whichever of the most prominent Wizarding schools previously mentioned. Assuming the other schools have categories of "sorting" just like Hogwarts, and that all houses are universal, which house would you be assigned to and why? (Ex: Slytherin, Ravenclaw, etc.): Quizzes and most sorting applications say I'm a Gryffindor and I can agree to a point, but overall I feel I'm more of a Ravenclaw. I like learning, reading, exploring and discovering things and even I know I have many Gryffindor-traits I would feel more at home in Ravenclaw ( but Gryffindor is a close second!) so let's say I'm a Ravendor.

What would your favourite aspect of your Wizarding education be?: Transfiguration is the one I think I'd like the most. I also like DADA and Charms a lot and I think I would like to learn everything I can but If I have to choose one I'd say Transfiguration.

You were invited to the Yule Ball! Who would be the type of person you'd go with? Someone who'd be a part-goer or someone who'd stay on the sidelines observing?: Someone more like me so, fun-loving, extroverted, quite talkative and with sense of humour. I just want to have fun and be with someone who's not boring ~~( and I don't like dancing that much so..)~~

Do you do any extracirriculars at your school? Do you get up to any adventures or mischief?: Well, honestly school can be a bit boring at times so of course adventures and mischiefs are welcome especially if I'm the one behind the mischiefs. I also love sports so I would probably like to be a member of the Quidditch team ( besides, I like being with others so I guess I would love to meet the other members of the quidditch team! ) Also looking for hidden passageways ( especially at night ) seems like a good idea! I know is forbidden it only means it's far more interesting :D

Post a few pictures of your Wizard self: (:D )

[ x] I have voted on all unstamped applications
(If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!)

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Stamped as Jamie // Harry Potter Personality Theme~!

cassandrablue — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:44:35 GMT

HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME

Name: Amber ♥
Age: 18
Previous Stamps:
- Jamie (Regular)
- Jack (Matchmaker)
- Keith and Andie (80s RomCom Character)
- Wonderful Tonight (Love Song)
- Human Torch (Superhero Matchmaker)
- Pocahontas and John Smith (Disney Couple)
- The Angel (Stereotype)
- Cappuccino (Coffee)
- Pattie Boyd (Muse)
- Victor and Victoria (Halloween Couple)
- Chris Evans (Leading Man)
- Princess Diana (Royalty)
- Belle (Disney Heroine)
- Apollo (Greek God Parent)
- By the Christmas Tree (Holiday Kiss)

Um... I tend to get stamped as Tonks a lot for HP stamping, so I'd LOVE it if you could please think of other characters that fit! Other than that best fit, but I also really don't like Ginny... Thank you :)

Name:
Are you over 13?: 18, so yeah :D
Personality: I'm a mix of Spontaneous Idealist and INFP.
Spontaneous Idealists are creative, lively and open-minded persons. They are humorous and dispose of a contagious zest for life. Their enthusiasm and sparkling energy inspires others and sweeps them along. They enjoy being together with other people and often have an uncanny intuition for their motivations and potential. Spontaneous Idealists are masters of communication and very amusing and gifted entertainers. Fun and variety are guaranteed when they are around. However, they are sometimes somewhat too impulsive in dealing with others and can hurt people without really meaning to do so, due to their direct and sometimes critical nature.
INFPs are introspective, private, creative and highly idealistic individuals that have a constant desire to be on a meaningful path. They are driven by their values and seek peace. Empathetic and compassionate, they want to help others and humanity as a whole. INFPs are imaginative, artistic and often have a talent for language and writing. They can also be described as easygoing, selfless, guarded, adaptable, patient and loyal.
Likes/ Dislikes: Well I love writing and reading... I like looking through magazines of both games and fashion because I can just be a huge contradiction like that XP I like being alone and I also like chilling with people I care about... Oh and video games, watching Comedy Central... If I'm being honest it's really hard for me to absolutely hate something *nodnod* I like doing most things :D As for dislikes... I hate having the door to my room open when I'm in it. And you know the numbers that you see whenever you turn up the volume? I can't stand it when that number's odd. And I dislike humorless people and backstabbers too.
Positive Traits:I'm very aware of people's feelings and such.I'm fiercely loyal to those I love. I'm not a nosy person and I don't push something when it's obvious someone doesn't want to talk, part of that being because I read people pretty well. I'm always trying to look on the bright side of situations, even when others find them to be completly hopeless. I'm pretty funny at certain times, too. It's only once in a while that I act funny, but when I do it's hilarious! (Hahaha, at least I'd like to think I'm pretty funny...)
Negative Traits: I do not like to work. At all. Sometimes I can get fairly bossy, and it annoys a bunch of my family members all the time. I can get annoyed pretty easily. Just a little slip can set me off, even if it's meant to be just a joke. I can also be blunt. Like really blunt. But I try to not hurt people when the subject's sensitive... But my biggest problem is how I always have to have approval from other people. Just a little criticism, even constructive criticism, can ruin my entire day... But I'm putting effort into changing that trait :)

Wand Cores and Wood: Which would yours be and what personality types would it display about you? (CHOOSE ONE OF BOTH CORE AND WOOD AND PLACE AN [X] BESIDE THEIR DESCRIPTION):

Wand Cores:
Dragon heartstring(s)
Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality.

Phoenix tail feather(s)
Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs.

Unicorn hair(s)
Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand.

Exotics:
Acromantula web
If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay.

Augurey tail feather
Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare.

Basilisk skin
Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands.

Billywig stinger(s)
Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor.

Boomslang venom
Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles.

Chimera scale fragment
Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed.

Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control.

Demiguise hair(s)
Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs.

Doxy wing(s)
Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core.

Erumpent hide
There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder.

Fairy wing(s)
This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair.

Fwooper feather(s)
Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability.

Hippogriff feather(s)
Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall.

Kelpie hair(s)
Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly.

Veela hair(s)
Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw.

Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of two cores.

Woods:

Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance.

Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example).

Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners.

Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic.

Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater.

Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic.

Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater.

Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family.

Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one.

Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens.

Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents.

Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA.

Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts.

Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak.

Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best.

Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder.

Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports.

Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands.

Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores.

Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection.

Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination.

Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides.

Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out.

Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand.

Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong.

Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted.

Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden.

Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration.

Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood.

Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile.

Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells.

Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination.

Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms.

Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable.

Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer!

Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood.

Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood.

Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood.

Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature.

Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it.

Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes.

Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it.

Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark.

White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with.

Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood.

Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration.

So, your letter has come late from a certain Wizarding school (Assuming you're over thirteen to be on Livejournal). The question is, which wizarding school would you be attending and why? Beauxbatons, Durmstrang, or Hogwarts?: I'm personally torn betweeen Hogwarts and Beauxbatons. I know that people tend to uh... Dislike the Beauxbatons ladies, but I think that it'd be so pretty and I tend to be attracted to things that are somewhat... Soft and feminine. But in reality I'd probably end up at Hogwarts, and I'd love it of course! Everything about it feels like home and if I was to go to a Wizarding school I may as well feel like I belong! :) I don't speak French anyway XD

How were you raised up to this point in the Wizarding world? Is you life the same as it is now, but you simply receive a letter by owl one day, are you a Pureblood who always expected a letter since you come from a prominent Wizarding family, or are you a wizard in a Muggle family, not expecting a letter but appreciative all the same?:

So you attend whichever of the most prominent Wizarding schools previously mentioned. Assuming the other schools have categories of "sorting" just like Hogwarts, and that all houses are universal, which house would you be assigned to and why? (Ex: Slytherin, Ravenclaw, etc.): It's really hard for me to pick between Gryffindor and Hufflepuff... I've asked my family and friends which house they think and well... My boyfriend thinks I'd be in Gryffindor while my sister and mom think I'd be in Hufflepuff D; I have the kindness and loyalty and such that would fit a person in Hufflepuff but... I have my short temper and feistyness (boyfriend's words, not mine lol) and well... Spirit? That would fit? So yeah, one or the other :)

What would your favourite aspect of your Wizarding education be?: If the teacher was interesting I'd love History of Magic :) If not... Then Charms and Transfiguration and DAtDA and Divination and... Looking at all the boys X)

You were invited to the Yule Ball! Who would be the type of person you'd go with? Someone who'd be a party-goer or someone who'd stay on the sidelines observing?: Um... The last date I went on we just spent our entire time ~~cuddling and making out XD~~ enjoying each other's company so I guess someone who's willing to just talk with me as well as others if we feel like it. I'm shy when it comes to dancing, but if the guy's nice enough and it's our first date and such then I guess I'd dance a little... But then we'd just talk and eat some more XD

Do you do any extracirriculars at your school? Do you get up to any adventures or mischief?: I think I'd love to do some extracirriculars, but I don't think I'd really wanna play Quiddich so... I'm not really sure what I'd do D; I'd like adventuring, sure! If the right people are with me I'm more willing to do things that may or may not be allowed X)

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Stamped as Queen Liz// Harry Potter Personality Theme!

corleoned — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 01:55:44 GMT

HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME

Name: Lauren
Age: 19
Previous Stamps: My Fair Lady [Movie]
Hercules and Meg [Disney Royalty]
Eric Clapton and Alice Liddell [Muse]
Andrew and Watts [80s Rom-Com Characters]
Athena [Greek God Parent]

And many more, these are simply the best fitting in my opinion.

Best fit please, but I prefer male as well, simply because I relate more to the male characters of Harry Potter, but if you really see a female, go on right ahead. :)

Name: Lauren
Are you over 13?: 19
Personality:Ipersonic:
♥ Analytical Thinkers:
-Reserved, quiet persons.
-Like to get to the bottom of things
-Modest persons with sharp intellect, quickly and comprehensively grasp patterns, principles and structures.
-Analytical Thinkers like to work alone; their ability to concentrate is more marked than that of all other personality types.
-Analytical Thinkers have little interest in everyday concerns - home and workplace are chaotic, only concerns himself with banalities such as bodily needs when it becomes absolutely unavoidable.
-The acknowledgement of their work by others does not play a great role for them; in general,they are quite independent of social relationships and very self-reliant.
-Analytical Thinkers therefore often give others the impression that they are arrogant or snobby - especially because they do not hesitate to speak their mind with their often harsh (even if justified) criticism and their imperturbable self-confidence. Incompetent contemporaries do not have it easy with them.
-Whoever succeeds in winning their respect and interest has a witty and very intelligent person to talk to. A partner who amazes one with his excellent powers of observation and his very dry humour.

Adjectives:
Introverted, theoretical, logical, spontaneous, rational, analytical, intellectual, sceptical, pensive, critical, quiet, precise, independent, creative, inventive, abstract, eccentric, curious, reserved, self-involved, imaginative, determined, modest, careful, incommunicative, witty.

♥ Also, my Myers-Briggs personality:
-Idealists are incurable romantics who prefer to focus on what might be, rather than what is. The real, practical world is only a starting place for Idealists; they believe that life is filled with possibilities waiting to be realized, rich with meanings calling out to be understood. This idea of a mystical or spiritual dimension to life, the "not visible" or the "not yet" that can only be known through intuition or by a leap of faith, is far more important to Idealists than the world of material things.
Highly ethical in their actions, Idealists hold themselves to a strict standard of personal integrity. They must be true to themselves and to others, and they can be quite hard on themselves when they are dishonest, or when they are false or insincere. More often, however, Idealists are the very soul of kindness. Particularly in their personal relationships, Idealists are without question filled with love and good will. They believe in giving of themselves to help others; they cherish a few warm, sensitive friendships; they strive for a special rapport with their children; and in marriage they wish to find a "soulmate," someone with whom they can bond emotionally and spiritually, sharing their deepest feelings and their complex inner worlds.

♥Enegram Type Three:The Achiever:
-The "stars" of human nature,
-People often look up to them because of their graciousness and personal accomplishments.
-They are usually well regarded and popular among their peers, the type of person who is frequently voted “class president" or “home coming queen”
-Threes act as living “role models” and paragons because of their extraordinary embodiment of socially valued qualities.
-Threes will try to become somebody noteworthy in their family and their community. They will not be a “nobody.”
-They want success because they are afraid of disappearing into a chasm of emptiness and worthlessness: without the increased attention and feeling of accomplishment which success usually brings, Threes fear that they are nobody and have no value.
-The problem is that, in the headlong rush to achieve whatever they believe will make them more valuable, Threes can become so alienated from themselves that they no longer know what they truly want, or what their real feelings or interests are. In this state, they are easy prey to self–deception. From their earliest years, as Threes become dependent on receiving attention from others and in pursuing the values that others reward, they gradually lose touch with themselves. Step by step, their own inner core, their “heart’s desire,” is left behind until they no longer recognize it.
-Thus, while they are the primary type in the Feeling Center, Threes, interestingly, are not known as “feeling” people; rather, they are people of action and achievement. It is as if they “put their feelings in a box” so that they can get ahead with what they want to achieve. Threes have come to believe that emotions get in the way of their performance, so they substitute thinking and practical action for feelings.
-Threes report that when they realize to what extent they have adapted their lives to the expectations of others, the question arises, “Well, then, what do I want?” They often simply did not know; it was not a question that had ever come up before. Thus, the fundamental dilemma of Threes is that they have not been allowed to be who they really are and to manifest their own authentic qualities. At a young age, they got the message that they were not allowed to have feelings and be themselves: they must, in effect, be someone else to be accepted. To some degree, all of the personality types have been sent the same message, but because of their particular background and makeup, Threes not only heard it, they began to live by it. The attention they received by performing in a certain way was their oxygen, and they needed it to breathe. Unfortunately, it came at a high price.

Likes/ Dislikes:

Music:
Adele, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Beethoven, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, any sort of classic rock or classical music. James Taylor, Carole King, Queen, Heart, AC/DC, CCR, The Who, David Bowie, The Eagles, Elton John, Cat Stevens, The Doors, Simon and Garfunkel, just to name a few. Also XFM radio with Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, and Karl Pilkington.

TV:
BBC's Sherlock, Star Trek: The Original Series, Doctor Who, Torchwood, Top Gear UK, Real Time with Bill Maher, Mock the Week, QI, Horrible Histories, BBC's Merlin, The Ricky Gervais Show.

Literature:
The Godfather, The Silence of the Lambs, anything by Shakespeare, anything by Oscar Wilde, Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries, anything that can be considered classic literature.

Actors/Actresses:
Michael Fassbender, Paul Newman, Benedict Cumberbatch, James Dean, Hugh Jackman, Mae West, Bette Davis, Colin Morgan, Bradley James.

Movies:
Any film by Alfred Hitchcock, Roman Polanski, or John Hughes. Foreign dramas, dramas, musicals, Classic Hollywood. Not a total fan of action films and rom-coms.

Other Likes: Tea, reading, nature, personal time to myself, sports, animals, attempting to play music. xD

Dislikes: Anyone loud or irritating. People who are rude. I can't stand rudeness, like when people are having their own conversations when someone is presenting something at school, or as soon as someone mentions a certain food, saying in an extremely loud and annoying voice: "EW I HATE THAT". Close-minded people, loud and confined spaces, lack of personal space. People who don't make an effort to get to know others. Drunks, alcohol, bigots.

Positive Traits: Gentle, quiet, playful, fun, teasing, resilient, polite, hardworking, intelligent, tender, sensitive, strong, independent, a leader, private. I try to be a charmer in public to hide my quiet nature, but on my own I'm very quiet and prefer my personal space. I keep to myself often.

Negative Traits: Obsessive, stubborn, self-doubting. I have no trouble being popular and well-liked in groups, but I over-think when I'm on my own, to the point where it isn't healthy. I blame myself for things I shouldn't, and make myself lonely sometimes by overthinking my position in life.

Wand Cores and Wood: Which would yours be and what personality types would it display about you? (CHOOSE ONE OF BOTH CORE AND WOOD AND PLACE AN [X] BESIDE THEIR DESCRIPTION):

Wand Cores:
Dragon heartstring(s)
Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality.

Phoenix tail feather(s)
Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs.

Unicorn hair(s)
Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand.

Exotics:
Acromantula web
If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay.

Augurey tail feather
Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare.

Basilisk skin
Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands.

Billywig stinger(s)
Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor.

Boomslang venom
Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles.

Chimera scale fragment
Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed.

Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control. [X]

Demiguise hair(s)
Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs.

Doxy wing(s)
Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core.

Erumpent hide
There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder.

Fairy wing(s)
This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair.

Fwooper feather(s)
Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability.

Hippogriff feather(s)
Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall.

Kelpie hair(s)
Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly.

Veela hair(s)
Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw.

Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of two cores.

Woods:

Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance.

Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example).

Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners.

Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic.

Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater.

Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic.

Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater.

Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family. [X]

Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one.

Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens.

Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents.

Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA.

Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts.

Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak.

Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best.

Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder.

Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports.

Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands.

Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores.

Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection.

Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination.

Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides.

Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out.

Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand.

Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong.

Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted.

Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden.

Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration.

Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood.

Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile.

Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells.

Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination.

Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms.

Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable.

Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer!

Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood.

Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood.

Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood.

Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature.

Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it.

Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes.

Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it.

Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark.

White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with.

Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood.

Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration.

So, your letter has come late from a certain Wizarding school (Assuming you're over thirteen to be on Livejournal). The question is, which wizarding school would you be attending and why? Beauxbatons, Durmstrang, or Hogwarts?:
This is difficult for me; I'm obviously naturally drawn to Hogwarts, but I can completely see me being at Beauxbatons and Durmstrang as well. I think Beauxbatons would be a little too snooty for me; I can speak French, but I'd doubt I'd even want to with cases like Fleur around. Despite the leaning towards Durmstrang and the fact it only accepts "purebloods", for some reason I'd feel I'd want to go there if I didn't go to Hogwarts. Something about the substance it exudes tempts me. So either or, really.

How were you raised up to this point in the Wizarding world? Is you life the same as it is now, but you simply receive a letter by owl one day, are you a Pureblood who always expected a letter since you come from a prominent Wizarding family, or are you a wizard in a Muggle family, not expecting a letter but appreciative all the same?:
Ignoring the fact half-bloods can't go to Durmstrang, I'd probably be either in a wizarding family with my parents up to this point and they just hadn't told me, or I would just simply receive my letter tomorrow morning. (Which would be lovely, actually.) xD I wouldn't care about prominent Wizarding families. It depends where you go to, not where you come from in life.

So you attend whichever of the most prominent Wizarding schools previously mentioned. Assuming the other schools have categories of "sorting" just like Hogwarts, and that all houses are universal, which house would you be assigned to and why? (Ex: Slytherin, Ravenclaw, etc.):
This is difficult. Up to a couple of years ago I would've said Ravenclaw, but I've considered all the schools, and can see part of myself in both Gryffindor, Slytherin, and Ravenclaw. I have the urge to learn and the wits to put me into Ravenclaw, but I don't think I'm solely satisfied with intellectualism. I can see my ambition to achieve in Slytherin, but I'm not so cut-throat as to hurt others to do so. I could never hurt others to achieve my ends. Finally, I never would think of myself as a courageous person, but I think the fact that I have moral convictions and courage, and loyalty to my own beliefs, that sets me apart from the other usual Gryffindors, the type that irritate me, the boasting ones that'll charge into a fight without thinking. I'd say moral courage is a more rare quality to have, and probably demonstrated most accurately in both the novels and the films with Neville Longbottom. So yes, I'd finally say I'm a Gryffindor with Raven and Snake tones.

What would your favourite aspect of your Wizarding education be?: Transfiguration, DEFINITELY. I'd love to learn how to become an Animagus. Besides that, Defense against the Dark Arts. I was always curious what my patronus would be.

You were invited to the Yule Ball! Who would be the type of person you'd go with? Someone who'd be a part-goer or someone who'd stay on the sidelines observing?: I think the person would be a bit of both. I'm naturally more of a person-watcher at dances and keeping to my friends than a dancer (even though, sadly, I have gotten down with my bad self and danced. If you ever seen a six foot person dance, I swear xD (I won the dance contest though, so that tells you something)) XD It takes another person to push me into it though, because I'm normally on my own very shy. If someone's challenging me to it, I take the leap, or if someone reassures me.

Do you do any extracirriculars at your school? Do you get up to any adventures or mischief?: Both. I'd love to explore all the hidden passageways and such, but I'd also LOVE to be involved in something like Quidditch or sneaking out to Hogsmeade. I'm not just satisfied with being an intellectual, much as I love reading. I constantly feel the need to push myself out of my comfort zone, even if I'm terrified (Which is normally 90% of the time xD) , otherwise, you never learn, do you?

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MODPOST: NEW THEME!

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HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME!

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HARRY POTTER PERSONALITY THEME Name: Age: Previous Stamps: <lj-cut text="WEASLEY IS OUR KING!"> Name: Are you over 13?: Personality: Likes/ Dislikes: Positive Traits: Negative Traits: Wand Cores and Wood: Which would yours be and what personality types would it display about you? (CHOOSE ONE OF BOTH CORE AND WOOD AND PLACE AN [X] BESIDE THEIR DESCRIPTION): Wand Cores: Dragon heartstring(s) Dragon heartstring is a powerful wand with a lot of magical “heft”. It is not the core you want for subtlety, but for sheer power it is definitely the best. Although it is the most common core among Dark Wizards, Dark Wizards are most certainly not their most common users. Dragon heartstrings are by far the most common wand core amongst Slytherins, but their power often bonds to Gryffindors and Ravenclaws as well. However, they tend to overwhelm the archetypal Hufflepuff personality. Phoenix tail feather(s) Phoenix tail feather is a popular wand core due to its versatility and power. Its main strength lies in Defense Against the Dark Arts, although its adaptability can wrench it to hexes and jinxes if need be. As with the dragon heartstring core, the phoenix core is common amongst Light Wizards, but its users are not necessarily Light Wizards. This core may specifically impede Dark spells, so it is not common amongst Slytherins. However, it is by far the most common Gryffindor wand core, and is not unusual amongst Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs. Unicorn hair(s) Unicorn hair is a more subtle wand, but it is quite compatible with Charms and Transfiguration. It is also hands-down the best core for healing, as it picks up some of the healing capabilities of unicorn blood. Unicorn hair has a reputation of picking gentler or more cerebral users, so it is common amongst Hufflepuffs and Ravenclaws. More laid-back Gryffindors and subtler Slytherins may find themselves with a Unicorn hair wand. Exotics: Acromantula web If you're thinking about having a wand made with Acromantula web, you're probably a fan of having your wand confiscated by the authorities. Using a wand with this core has been illegal in Britain since 1782, after it was discovered that the wielder of an Acromantula web wand has particular ability with Dark magics, especially the Imperius curse. There are certain diplomatic exceptions, as it is a traditional core for Asian wands, but even those are temporary, and many wizard diplomats on long-term assignments find themselves compelled to procure replacement wands for their stay. Augurey tail feather Augureys, or Irish phoenixes, were once associated with powerful Dark wands, as their cries were thought to signify an upcoming death. However, they were in reality never a strong Dark core, and were more accurately a powerful core for Divinations. Misunderstood students may find themselves bonded to an augurey wand, although these wands are altogether quite rare. Basilisk skin Basilisk wands are incredibly rare, as the beasts are rare to begin with and hard to kill. Due to the rarity, they often are passed down from generation to generation, so basilisk-core wands are either the heirloom of Slytherin-type Pureblood families or reforged wands from family cores. The occasional new basilisk wand will almost always bond to a Parselmouth or budding Dark Wizard. Very little good comes out of wielders of basilisk wands. Billywig stinger(s) Billywig stingers are not common in Britain, but are occasionally imported from Australia, the native habitat of the Billywig. Billywig wands bond almost exclusively to light-hearted pranksters, and are extremely capricious- at one moment it will produce the strongest Cheering Charm in the school, but another time it will object to being used as a potion stirrer and siphon up hours of work without so much as a by-your-leave. When they do bond to a witch or wizard, they tend to be of Hufflepuff or Gryffindor. Boomslang venom Boomslang venom, whether crystallized or in a rarer liquid core, provides a small boost to jinxes and hexes thanks to its venomous qualities. However, when a wandmaker undertakes the dangerous task of working with the raw venom, it is generally with the aim of creating a powerful Transfiguration wand. Whether or not the advantages outweigh the risks is not generally agreed upon in wandmaking circles. Chimera scale fragment Although chimera scales are magically powerful, they are extremely rare in modern wandcraft. This is not out of any concern for safety, as they are generally considered no more stubborn than hippogriff feathers, and are more stable than Erumpent hide. The fact of the matter is that there are more recorded basilisk slayings in the past fifty years than there are chimera slayings in all of recorded history. This one slaying occurred in Greece over two millenia ago, so what scales were harvested at that time have been degraded, broken, and dispersed. Today, they are only found as parts of heirloom cores, and even then, all such cores are a more common core (often dragon heartstring) with a tiny fragment of scale embedded. Chimera wands are most common in Greece and the Balkans, although as they were circulated through the Mediterranean and former Roman Empire they are found throughout Europe. These wands are prized for their raw power, although they are difficult to control. Demiguise hair(s) Demiguise hairs were long considered to not have enough oomph to make a proper wand, but with the advent of multiple cores they have gained favor for their strength in Transfiguration and the subtle arts. When combined with a stronger wand core they make potent wands, however, on their own they can be rather one-dimensional and difficult to use for anything but Transfiguration. They have found favor in students of all Houses, although they may be slightly rarer among the open Hufflepuffs. Doxy wing(s) Doxy wings, like the creatures they come from, can be unmanageable and mean-spirited. They are second only to basilisk wands in their abilities with the Dark Arts, and as such these rare wands are most often found in the hands of stubborn Slytherins without the familial connection to obtain a basilisk core. Erumpent hide There is a very good reason this is an exotic- Erumpent hide wands are extremely dangerous, and don't take well to high levels of magic or sharp impacts. They may add a 'punch' to spells when combined with a gentler core, but most wandmakers refuse to work with it completely due to the danger it poses to maker and wielder. Fairy wing(s) This core makes for a light, airy wand, and is the absolute best for Charms. They also signify a connection to the mystic, so these wands, despite their relative rarity, are used by nearly half of known witches and wizards with the Sight. Despite their astounding strength in Charms, they are merely average in Defense Against the Dark Arts and Transfiguration, and will often fail at hexes altogether. As such, they’re not commonly found in Slytherin House, but are common in Hufflepuff. Ravenclaws and Gryffindors may be drawn to this core, although they tend to react better to blends of fairy wings and unicorn hair. Fwooper feather(s) Fwooper feather wands are said to be a mark of ill omen for the wizards they bond to, as, like the birds they come from, they are rumored to slowly drive their wielder mad. Despite their poor reputation, they do well with Charms and Care of Magical Creatures. However, they have a near-inability to cast Quietus. They are commonly combined with another feather core, such as the phoenix for health or the hippogriff for stability. Hippogriff feather(s) Hippogriffs are noble animals with a reputation for not taking a slight. These wands require constant respect, and if the wielder does not give it, they can watch its formerly stable and versatile magic backfire on it. It is not the strongest core, but it is one of the most adaptable. These wands are most common amongst Gryffindors, but they are rare overall. Kelpie hair(s) Kelpie hairs are incredibly tempermental cores, explaining their rarity. They were once common in Celtic wandmaking, however, the import of demiguise hairs has resulted in them falling out of favor. They have similar qualities to demiguise hair, and are powerful Transfiguration cores when they don't backfire spectacularly. Veela hair(s) Veela wands are temperamental like the creatures they come from, and are considered too volatile for a decent wand core in many circles. However, some wizards, particularly those with Veela blood, enjoy the boost it gives to outdoorsy magics, divinations, and Charms. The veela’s inherent intelligence makes finding these wands among the non-Veela blooded most common in Ravenclaw. Occasionally a wand will be made with more than one of a particular core, or with a combination of two cores. Woods: Alder – Alder is extremely rare, as many wandmakers will refuse to take wood from an alder. The ‘bleeding’, turning from white to red, is considered to be inauspicious. The few wands made of alder are often those with strongly opposing cores (such as doxy wings and phoenix feather), as the wood imposes balance. Apple – Apple is a gentle, outdoorsy wood that would find favor with a student skilled in Herbology or Care of Magical Creatures. It tends to get overwhelmed easily, and is thus rarely used with powerful cores (multiple dragon heartstrings or phoenix feathers, for example). Ash – Ash is slightly associated with the Dark Arts, as the ash tree is said to ‘strangle’ the plants around it. It does excel at Dark magic, but is also good for Transfiguration. They also tend to bond to good Diviners. Aspen (cottonwood) – those with aspen wands tend to be defiant and talkative. This wand boosts power in Charms, but detracts from Healing magic. Beech – beech is a strong, neutral wood that has no particular strengths or weaknesses, with the exception of one small quirk- it tends to function less effectively underwater. Birch – although it has a reputation for weakness, in actuality birch is one of the finest Light wandwoods in existence. It is associated with both driving out evil spirits (and thus will produce a strong Patronus) and with healing magic. Black ironwood - an African import, remarkable in that it will sink rather than float in water. Although its strength might imply a powerful wandwood, it is rarely used, even in African wandcraft- its weight, particularly in longer wands, impedes spellcasting, and it is next-to-useless underwater. Black walnut – a beautiful dark wood, this wand is more decorative than Dark, and is actually a strong Light wood- black walnuts produce a chemical that kills poisonous plants of the Nightshade family. Blue spruce – Like spruce, a strong wood that excels in everything except the Dark Arts. However, a witch or wizard with a strong personality can coax more out of a blue spruce wand than a spruce one. Cedar – Cedar is a rather docile wandwood with particular skill in protective spells. Cedar wand wielders often become potent Occlumens. Cherry – A “happy”, willing wandwood, which will give consistent results at all magic save the Dark Arts. Cherry with phoenix feather is a particularly agreeable combination for a Light wizard without particularly prodigious magical talents. Chestnut – Chestnut is quite good at Transfiguration, although it tends to sputter at Charms and DADA. Cypress – Cypresses have long been associated with the Greek god of the underworld, Hades. This wand has subtle power, and is good at Transfiguration and Dark Arts. Dogwood - Dogwood is extremely hard and strong, and the wands made from it will have this resilience. It was once used for making daggers, and hence has a slight violent streak. Ebony – Ebony is the most famous of the Dark woods, although not the most powerful. However, for visual impact and power, it is amongst the best. Elder – although it is rumored that the most powerful wand in existence was made of elder, it is not a particularly common wandwood, if only because when elder wands backfire, they often kills the wandmaker or wielder. Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus trees grow quickly, so these wands channel that liveliness to be both willing and powerful. However, they are rather rare, and are most commonly Australian imports. Fir – Fir is not a common wandwood because of its undesirable physical properties, but is occasionally seen in outdoorsy wands. Gingko - This is a highly unusual wandwood, and is rarely seen in the West. For over a millenium, it competed with plum as the most popular Chinese wandwood, however, as gingko trees ceased to be a wild species, the wood began losing favor. The commonly held perception that wild woods lead to stronger wands means that modern gingko wands are fairly rare. This is not to say that gingko is not a useful wandwood: it has great staying power, and is good for calming tempermental cores. Hawthorn – There is a unique ritual associated with the harvesting of hawthorn for wandwood- they are only cut in symbolic prunings at Beltane. It is an excellent DADA wand, as it symbolizes protection. Hazel – Hazel is quiet and versatile, giving subtle boosts to Charms and Transfiguration. It is another wand that denotes skill in Divination. Hemlock – Hemlock is a ‘quick’ wandwood and allows for fast reactions, and makes an excellent potion stirrer besides. Holly - the archetypal Light wandwood, Holly is renowned for its ability to repel dark spirits and demons. It may reduce your power in hexes, but the boost you get to DADA may just balance it out. Hornbeam – Hornbeam, or ironwood, is considered to be the most stubborn of wandwoods. Those who have the necessary will to master it will be rewarded with an extremely powerful wand. Ivy – an uncommon wandwood due to the difficulty of harvesting thick enough pieces, it is often worth the trouble, as it is deceptively strong. Kaya - A lovely yellow wandwood of Japanese origin, it is extremely rare in British wandmaking. However, those bonded to Kaya wands will find their abilities in logical arts, such as Potions, Astronomy, Ancient Runes, and Arithmancy, boosted. Linden – Linden, or lime, has not been widely used in British wandmaking. However, German wizards have long favored it for its association with Freya, and most powerful German DADA wands are made of linden. Madrona – A beautiful evergreen from the Pacific Northwest region of North America, it is rare in British wandmaking. However, its distinctive peeling bark denotes its magical powers of change- hence, a powerful wood for Transfiguration. Mahogany – Mahogany is a good all-around wood, not particularly powerful in any one situation, but a good solid overall wood. Maple – Maple is a good, sturdy wood, and a bit more magical than oak. It’s rather versatile. Oak – Oak is a strong, reliable wandwood that helps with DADA and Transfiguration. However, its sturdiness means that it may take longer to learn new spells. Pine – A quiet wood, not powerful, not weak. It is a softwood, and thus has a bit more yield, making it more inclined to a quick-learning but less powerful wand. It is, however, excellent for Divination. Plum – Plum wood is not common in English wandmaking, however, it is a traditional Chinese wandwood that has gained favor in Central Europe. It seems to be much like applewood, if slightly more inclined to Charms. Poplar – Although poplar is a light wood, it is sometimes found in the wands of Dark Wizards, who find its properties of being extremely similar to human bone desirable. Redwood – This wood excels at all wand-based magic, but it rarely bonds to witches and wizards who do well in the non-wand-based arts. Don’t expect this one to make a good potion stirrer! Reed – Reed is always delicate, and a difficult wand to work with. However, its wisdom and intelligence make it sought-after by some. It is almost solely a Ravenclaw wandwood. Rosewood – Rosewood is graceful and will complement phoenix feathers, unicorn hair, veela hair, and fairy wings nicely. However, other cores end up at odds with the wood. Rowan – Rowan gives a definite boost to Charms and Transfiguration, but is one of the most willing and reliable all-around wandwoods. It was commonly used for a bow-making wood, and carries this significance into being a good dueling wood. Sequoia – Another American wood, this is not commonly used in British wandmaking. However, the great age of the trees gives them plenty of time to absorb ambient magic, and hence this wood is ideal for those both strong-willed and in touch with nature. Spruce – Spruce is a good, reliable, standard wandwood. You can’t go wrong with it. Sycamore – A relatively new wandwood, many of sycamore’s properties are as yet unknown. However, it excels at divining, and would help with Divination, Arithmancy, and Ancient Runes. Vinewood – Vinewood is flexible, which one might think would denote a yielding wood. However, it tends to be extremely erratic, and it is a strong wizard or witch who overcomes the insecurities the wood holds to become successful with it. Walnut – A beautiful, strong, and versatile wood. Unlike black walnut, it has no slant towards Light or Dark. White pine - White pine is a unique wandwood, as it radiates serenity. It cannot be exhausted too much or it will strain and become quite fragile, but it is otherwise docile and easy to work with. Willow – Willow is known as “the tree of enchantment”, and is hence quite favored for Charms. It also enhances healing magic, and is overall a willing, feminine wandwood. Yew – Yew is a powerful wandwood. Due to its poisonous sap, it has Dark leanings, and is particularly good at Transfiguration. So, your letter has come late from a certain Wizarding school (Assuming you're over thirteen to be on Livejournal). The question is, which wizarding school would you be attending and why? Beauxbatons, Durmstrang, or Hogwarts?: How were you raised up to this point in the Wizarding world? Is you life the same as it is now, but you simply receive a letter by owl one day, are you a Pureblood who always expected a letter since you come from a prominent Wizarding family, or are you a wizard in a Muggle family, not expecting a letter but appreciative all the same?: So you attend whichever of the most prominent Wizarding schools previously mentioned. Assuming the other schools have categories of "sorting" just like Hogwarts, and that all houses are universal, which house would you be assigned to and why? (Ex: Slytherin, Ravenclaw, etc.): What would your favourite aspect of your Wizarding education be?: You were invited to the Yule Ball! Who would be the type of person you'd go with? Someone who'd be a part-goer or someone who'd stay on the sidelines observing?: Do you do any extracirriculars at your school? Do you get up to any adventures or mischief?: Post a few pictures of your Wizard self: [ ] I have voted on all unstamped applications (If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!) </lj-cut>

MODPOST: Upcoming Theme :)

corleoned — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 09:15:30 GMT

Hey everyone :)

I'm on a stamping roll lately, considering I've actually got SPARE TIME (I forgot what that WAS last term, ugh xD), so I've decided to catch up on some very overlooked stamps involving Harry Potter, considering I've just got back into the fandom. ~~This community is becoming so shabby with keeping with the romance theme, but I regret nothing xD~~

So look forward to the upcoming Harry Potter Personality Theme. Stamps will be made as they are needed. :) Happy upcoming new year and good luck in the upcoming months!

Stamped as Jamie // Greek God Parent Theme~!

cassandrablue — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 09:37:39 GMT

WHO IS YOUR GREEK GOD PARENT?

Name: Amber ♥
Age: 18
Previous Stamps:
- Jamie (Regular)
- Jack (Matchmaker)
- Keith and Andie (80s RomCom Character)
- Wonderful Tonight (Love Song)
- Human Torch (Superhero Matchmaker)
- Pocahontas and John Smith (Disney Couple)
- The Angel (Stereotype)
- Cappuccino (Coffee)
- Pattie Boyd (Muse)
- Victor and Victoria (Halloween Couple)
- Chris Evans (Leading Man)
- Princess Diana (Royalty)
- Belle (Disney Heroine)
Plus an unstamped Holiday Kiss theme :)

Name: Amber X)
Are you over 13?: 18, so yeah :D
Personality: I'm a mix of Spontaneous Idealist and INFP.
Spontaneous Idealists are creative, lively and open-minded persons. They are humorous and dispose of a contagious zest for life. Their enthusiasm and sparkling energy inspires others and sweeps them along. They enjoy being together with other people and often have an uncanny intuition for their motivations and potential. Spontaneous Idealists are masters of communication and very amusing and gifted entertainers. Fun and variety are guaranteed when they are around. However, they are sometimes somewhat too impulsive in dealing with others and can hurt people without really meaning to do so, due to their direct and sometimes critical nature.
INFPs are introspective, private, creative and highly idealistic individuals that have a constant desire to be on a meaningful path. They are driven by their values and seek peace. Empathetic and compassionate, they want to help others and humanity as a whole. INFPs are imaginative, artistic and often have a talent for language and writing. They can also be described as easygoing, selfless, guarded, adaptable, patient and loyal
Likes/ Dislikes: Well I love writing and reading... I like looking through magazines of both games and fashion because I can just be a huge contradiction like that XP I like being alone and I also like chilling with people I care about... Oh and video games, watching Comedy Central... If I'm being honest it's really hard for me to absolutely hate something *nodnod* I like doing most things :D As for dislikes... I hate having the door to my room open when I'm in it. And you know the numbers that you see whenever you turn up the volume? I can't stand it when that number's odd. And I dislike humorless people and backstabbers too.
Positive Traits: I'm very aware of people's feelings and such.I'm fiercely loyal to those I love. I'm not a nosy person and I don't push something when it's obvious someone doesn't want to talk, part of that being because I read people pretty well. I'm always trying to look on the bright side of situations, even when others find them to be completly hopeless. I'm pretty funny at certain times, too. It's only once in a while that I act funny, but when I do it's hilarious! (Hahaha, at least I'd like to think I'm pretty funny...)
Negative Traits: I do not like to work. At all. Sometimes I can get fairly bossy, and it annoys a bunch of my family members all the time. I can get annoyed pretty easily. Just a little slip can set me off, even if it's meant to be just a joke. I can also be blunt. Like really blunt. But I try to not hurt people when the subject's sensitive... But my biggest problem is how I always have to have approval from other people. Just a little criticism, even constructive criticism, can ruin my entire day... But I'm putting effort into changing that trait :)

[ ] Flirty [X] Shy/Traditional ~~until I actually start dating a person X)~~
[/] Tomboy [/] Girly
[/] Loves materialistic things [/] Loves simplicity
[/] Nature [/] City
[ ] Risque [X] Conservative ~~Wow this section really didn't help in my case D;~~

All right, so you're a "half-blood", a child of a God and a mortal. How did your parents meet?: Probably accidentally XD; I imagine it a bit like Aladdin and Jasmine: the god or goddess half snuck out to see the mortal world, they met my other parent, fell in love, yada yada... I think you know how the rest goes :) If it helps any, my parents in real life are pretty much polar opposites so that may be why I'm a mix of the Spontaneous Idealist and INFP hahaha.

So they court, conceive you, and just how do your "demi-god" powers begin to present themselves? (Ex: You could control water, when you wished for it to rain it would, etc.): I don't think they'd present themselves like... During some elaborate event. I imagine I just got angry or something and then they just sort of showed up XD

Exactly how well did you take orders and discipline growing up from any authority figure?: I did fine really. I don't really like getting into too much trouble so I always sort of just... Obeyed. But I do tend to get into fights with my mom. I'm a lot like my dad and they divorced so yeah hahaha.

Do you have a temper?: Yes. On most days. Sometimes I'm just in a great mood and not much really pisses me off :)

Do you have any physical resemblance to your godly parent?: I hope so! Gods tend to be attractive beings from what I've heard :D

What did you/do you do well in at at school or in life? (Ex: Athletics, schooling, getting people to follow your orders, etc.): My favorite subject in school was English so I guess it shouldn't be suprising when I say I'm pretty good at reading and writing. I was always in accelerated/AP/IB English classes and when I go back to college I fully intend to continue the trend. (I've just noticed that I don't look so smart in my applications...) Other things I'm good at... Maybe not really giving advice, but I'm good at letting people vent about their problems :)

Let's say you need to go to a special camp to learn how to hone and control your powers. What are the top five things you'd bring with you and why?:
1. I-Pod (or Zune in my case): I love love LOVE music so I'd like to be able to listen to some whenever, wherever.
2. Notebook and pens: To write whatever I feel like writing! And who knows... Maybe I'll need it for class or something X)
3. Cell phone: Obviously to keep in contact with my loved ones
4. A gaming system and games: Because gaming is fun and I need a way to pass the time... Hopefully a tv's there but if not I can just bring handhelds
5. Laptop: Because I love the internet... Can I just bring the internet with me? :p

What would you say would be one personality trait that defines your personality the most and why? (Ex: You're an aggressive person, you're a kind person, etc.): I guess... Layered? I mean yeah I'm nice and lively and open-minded and all that... But if I'm mad I can be REALLY mean and such. I honestly think I'm still trying to find myself.

How would you react to someone double crossing you or messing with your family?: Not well... I'd bitch about it for days but I doubt I'd actually do anything about it out of fear.

Your 'Rents

How is your relationship with your family?: It's okay... When my mother isn't getting mad just for the sake of getting mad, I get along with her pretty well XD And everyone else in the family likes me so yeah :)

Do you have any siblings?: I have a sister who's a year younger than me :)

What would be the number one quality you'd inherit from your parents?: Actually... I have a pretty good mix of both of my parents' looks so I guess that.

Post a few pictures of your demi-god self:

X // X //X (I'm on the left here: this is my most recent good pic)

[X] I have voted on all unstamped applications
(If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!)

MODPOST: New Rule.

corleoned — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:11:26 GMT

Hey guys :)

With everyone getting back up to speed with stamping, I decided to instigate a more radical policy for stamping at alluneedislurf. From now on, you are allowed up to TWO applications at a time, as long as there are at least TWO OTHER applications spaced between your first and your second, and and you have voted on ALL REMAINING APPLICATIONS.

The reason for this is really to give this community a swift kick in the behind and a jump start to start this sucker up. I really don't want to have people's applications rotting away for five months just because they're awaiting stamping and there's not enough people available to keep the application flow going. So until further notice, these are the rules, to reiterate:

1) Allowed up to two applications at a time posted, as long as they are not directly after one another and there are two other applications from two other individuals between them.

2) As always, vote on all the remaining applications.

That's it really! Besides that, I'm off to advertise, so hopefully we can get some fresh blood in and get this community rolling again. Hope you all had a great Christmas, or if you have a double Christmas like me (Julian Calendar FTW XD), continue to have an amazing holiday season! <3

Stamped as Queen Liz// Greek God Parent Theme!

corleoned — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 06:30:11 GMT

WHO IS YOUR GREEK GOD PARENT?

Name: Lauren
Age: 19
Previous Stamps: My Fair Lady [Movie]
Your Song [Love Song]
Queen Liz [Regular]
A Walk in the Park [Date]
Kida [Disney Heroine]
Victoria's Secret [Mall]
Burberry [Brand]
Doris Day [Classic Film Star]
Hercules and Meg [Disney Royalty]
Black Coffee Drinker [Coffee Theme]
London [Romantic City]
Johnny [Matchmaker]
Sweeney and Mrs. Lovett [Halloween]
Under the Mistletoe [Holiday Kiss]
Unknown [Kiss]
Eric Clapton and Alice Liddell [Muse]
Andrew and Watts [80s Rom-Com Characters]
James Dean [Leading Man]
Queen Victoria [Royalty]
Tony Stark/ Mr. Fantastic [Superhero Match]
Boo [Petname]
Dreamer [Stereotype]

Name: Lauren
Are you over 13?: 19
Personality: Ipersonic:
♥ Analytical Thinkers:
-Reserved, quiet persons.
-Like to get to the bottom of things
-Modest persons with sharp intellect, quickly and comprehensively grasp patterns, principles and structures.
-Analytical Thinkers like to work alone; their ability to concentrate is more marked than that of all other personality types.
-Analytical Thinkers have little interest in everyday concerns - home and workplace are chaotic, only concerns himself with banalities such as bodily needs when it becomes absolutely unavoidable.
-The acknowledgement of their work by others does not play a great role for them; in general,they are quite independent of social relationships and very self-reliant.
-Analytical Thinkers therefore often give others the impression that they are arrogant or snobby - especially because they do not hesitate to speak their mind with their often harsh (even if justified) criticism and their imperturbable self-confidence. Incompetent contemporaries do not have it easy with them.
-Whoever succeeds in winning their respect and interest has a witty and very intelligent person to talk to. A partner who amazes one with his excellent powers of observation and his very dry humour.

Adjectives:
Introverted, theoretical, logical, spontaneous, rational, analytical, intellectual, sceptical, pensive, critical, quiet, precise, independent, creative, inventive, abstract, eccentric, curious, reserved, self-involved, imaginative, determined, modest, careful, incommunicative, witty.

♥ Also, my Myers-Briggs personality:
-Idealists are incurable romantics who prefer to focus on what might be, rather than what is. The real, practical world is only a starting place for Idealists; they believe that life is filled with possibilities waiting to be realized, rich with meanings calling out to be understood. This idea of a mystical or spiritual dimension to life, the "not visible" or the "not yet" that can only be known through intuition or by a leap of faith, is far more important to Idealists than the world of material things.
Highly ethical in their actions, Idealists hold themselves to a strict standard of personal integrity. They must be true to themselves and to others, and they can be quite hard on themselves when they are dishonest, or when they are false or insincere. More often, however, Idealists are the very soul of kindness. Particularly in their personal relationships, Idealists are without question filled with love and good will. They believe in giving of themselves to help others; they cherish a few warm, sensitive friendships; they strive for a special rapport with their children; and in marriage they wish to find a "soulmate," someone with whom they can bond emotionally and spiritually, sharing their deepest feelings and their complex inner worlds.

♥Enegram Type Three:The Achiever:
-The "stars" of human nature,
-People often look up to them because of their graciousness and personal accomplishments.
-They are usually well regarded and popular among their peers, the type of person who is frequently voted “class president" or “home coming queen”
-Threes act as living “role models” and paragons because of their extraordinary embodiment of socially valued qualities.
-Threes will try to become somebody noteworthy in their family and their community. They will not be a “nobody.”
-They want success because they are afraid of disappearing into a chasm of emptiness and worthlessness: without the increased attention and feeling of accomplishment which success usually brings, Threes fear that they are nobody and have no value.
-The problem is that, in the headlong rush to achieve whatever they believe will make them more valuable, Threes can become so alienated from themselves that they no longer know what they truly want, or what their real feelings or interests are. In this state, they are easy prey to self–deception. From their earliest years, as Threes become dependent on receiving attention from others and in pursuing the values that others reward, they gradually lose touch with themselves. Step by step, their own inner core, their “heart’s desire,” is left behind until they no longer recognize it.
-Thus, while they are the primary type in the Feeling Center, Threes, interestingly, are not known as “feeling” people; rather, they are people of action and achievement. It is as if they “put their feelings in a box” so that they can get ahead with what they want to achieve. Threes have come to believe that emotions get in the way of their performance, so they substitute thinking and practical action for feelings.
-Threes report that when they realize to what extent they have adapted their lives to the expectations of others, the question arises, “Well, then, what do I want?” They often simply did not know; it was not a question that had ever come up before. Thus, the fundamental dilemma of Threes is that they have not been allowed to be who they really are and to manifest their own authentic qualities. At a young age, they got the message that they were not allowed to have feelings and be themselves: they must, in effect, be someone else to be accepted. To some degree, all of the personality types have been sent the same message, but because of their particular background and makeup, Threes not only heard it, they began to live by it. The attention they received by performing in a certain way was their oxygen, and they needed it to breathe. Unfortunately, it came at a high price.

Likes/ Dislikes:

Music:
Adele, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Beethoven, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, any sort of classic rock or classical music. James Taylor, Carole King, Queen, Heart, AC/DC, CCR, The Who, David Bowie, The Eagles, Elton John, Cat Stevens, The Doors, Simon and Garfunkel, just to name a few. Also XFM radio with Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, and Karl Pilkington.

TV:
BBC's Sherlock, Star Trek: The Original Series, Doctor Who, Torchwood, Top Gear UK, Real Time with Bill Maher, Mock the Week, QI, Horrible Histories, BBC's Merlin, The Ricky Gervais Show.

Literature:
The Godfather, The Silence of the Lambs, anything by Shakespeare, anything by Oscar Wilde, Oscar Wilde Murder Mysteries, anything that can be considered classic literature.

Actors/Actresses:
Michael Fassbender, Paul Newman, Benedict Cumberbatch, James Dean, Hugh Jackman, Mae West, Bette Davis, Colin Morgan, Bradley James.

Movies:
Any film by Alfred Hitchcock, Roman Polanski, or John Hughes. Foreign dramas, dramas, musicals, Classic Hollywood. Not a total fan of action films and rom-coms.

Positive Traits:
Negative Traits:

[ ] Flirty [/] Shy/Traditional
[/] Tomboy [/] Girly (A bit of both)
[ ] Loves materialistic things [x] Loves simplicity
[x] Nature [ ] City
[ ] Risque [x] Conservative

All right, so you're a "half-blood", a child of a God and a mortal. How did your parents meet?: Simple: My mother or divine father was patrolling the earth on his/her duties and he/she was distracted by the beauty of my mortal parent. They genuinely love each other, then realize due to heavenly duties my divine parent has to go on his/her way. I'm sure they would look after my mortal parent though, especially after I was born, as they do in mythology. I'd have a guiding hand from above, even if they couldn't be there the entire time.

So they court, conceive you, and just how do your "demi-god" powers begin to present themselves? (Ex: You could control water, when you wished for it to rain it would, etc.): I think they'd show up in subtle but powerful ways at first. For example, if I wanted something to come to me, it would roll over. It wouldn't be enough to alarm regular people, but it would be enough to be off-putting to my mortal parent.

Exactly how well did you take orders and discipline growing up from any authority figure?: It depends how much I respect that authority figure. If I have no reason to respect that authority figure, I don't. If I do, I do.

Do you have a temper?: A hidden one. I disguise it well because I do appear more laid-back, even though I'm a complete perfectionist and have secret insecurities underneath. But on the surface, I'm appear confident and in control. If someone irks me though, I have no problem giving them the silent treatment and scorning them. I can withstand quite a bit, but if someone tries to push me, I explode.

Do you have any physical resemblance to your godly parent?: I'd say when I show up, people definitely would be intimidated by my appearance and resemblance to my godly parent. People would know who they were dealing with.

What did you/do you do well in at at school or in life? (Ex: Athletics, schooling, getting people to follow your orders, etc.): I was quite good at everything at school, to be honest |D -facepalm- I was a good student, an athlete, and I had quite a group of friends. Nowadays, I'm pretty much the same in university. School's harder, and I don't play on a team anymore because no spots are available on Varsity (despite getting scholarships based on sports and academics), so I mainly focus on working out every day and getting my work done. I get quite obsessive with both and often forget moderation.

Let's say you need to go to a special camp to learn how to hone and control your powers. What are the top five things you'd bring with you and why?: Assuming everything technological and mortal works...
1. Laptop: To stay in touch with family and friends on the outside.
2. Cell phone: Ditto as above.
3. Ipod: I need a soundtrack to my life. I love music.
4. Runners: I may not always run, but I know I always feel better when I'm fit.
5. Movies/ Books: To keep me entertained, for me to get lost in, and to inspire me.

What would you say would be one personality trait that defines your personality the most and why? (Ex: You're an aggressive person, you're a kind person, etc.): I'd say that I'm a strong person. I think I'm also a gentle and a fun person as well, but primarily a strong person. I am that kid who makes everyone laugh in class, who cracks jokes and tries to get everyone laughing and to know everyone, but that's primarily because I'm afraid that they'll see me as boring or shy, which I am when I'm alone (I'm very private too, I need my space). I'd say my strength and my ability to push through anything, even uncomfortable situations, or to push my own boundaries, is what makes me strong. For example, my school is FAR away from my home, and I basically live on my own there besides a roomate. It's very cut-throat and competitive, which I'm not naturally aggressive like that. It's uncomfortable and hard for me sometimes, but I go there because I know it's the best school I can go to and I'll ultimately become a better person for pushing myself so hard.

How would you react to someone double crossing you or messing with your family?: Not well. With all the raging fires of Hell, I expect xD

Your 'Rents
How is your relationship with your family?: I am VERY close to my family, especially my parents. Honestly, when I go away to school during the year, I miss them more than anything. They're really like my best friends, in the possible non-creepiest way xD
Do you have any siblings?: I have one half-brother. He's quiet rough around the edges but he means well.
What would be the number one quality you'd inherit from your parents?: For my mythological parents, I'd say it would be my ability to charm most people into liking me. I can't NOT be liked, I really feel uncomfortable if people don't like me. In the past few years alone I've developed this nervous habit. Where I used to not talk at all, now I try to joke my way out of feeling uncomfortable. Probably something like that. From my real parents, I've inhereted resilience.

Post a few pictures of your demi-god self:

I told you I was that dorky kid in class who makes everyone laugh XD

[x] I have voted on all unstamped applications
(If you don't, your appplication won't be stamped, so please vote!)

Modpost: Preview!

corleoned — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 10:56:17 GMT

Just to let everyone know, two new themes will be coming out soon for your stamping pleasure :)

1. Which child of a Greek God are you? (With matching celebrities, LOL XD -needed some way to get myself back into stamping-
2. A New Years Themed "What will this year be?" for you theme, since I was a tad too late to do Christmas-themed stamps.

Have a happy and safe Christmas everyone! <3 Let's get this place back up and running!

MODPOST: I apologize!

corleoned — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:07:02 GMT

Hello everyone! I apologize for being absent for so long, but on Christmas break I hope to revamp the entire layout as well as letting out a theme for the new year! Stampings getting back up on LJ, and hopefully we can all keep it going! <3

Stamped as Jamie // Holiday Kiss

cassandrablue — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:02:22 GMT

Name: Amber ♥
Age: 18
Previous Stamps:
- Jamie (Regular)
- Jack (Matchmaker)
- Keith and Andie (80s RomCom Character)
- Wonderful Tonight (Love Song)
- Human Torch (Superhero Matchmaker)
- Pocahontas and John Smith (Disney Couple)
- The Angel (Stereotype)
- Cappuccino (Coffee)
- Pattie Boyd (Muse)
- Victor and Victoria (Halloween Couple)
- Chris Evans (Leading Man)
- Princess Diana (Royalty)
- Belle (Disney Heroine)

Where are you Christmas…

Describe your personality (quiz answers are just fine): I'm a mix of Spontaneous Idealist and INFP.
Spontaneous Idealists are creative, lively and open-minded persons. They are humorous and dispose of a contagious zest for life. Their enthusiasm and sparkling energy inspires others and sweeps them along. They enjoy being together with other people and often have an uncanny intuition for their motivations and potential. Spontaneous Idealists are masters of communication and very amusing and gifted entertainers. Fun and variety are guaranteed when they are around. However, they are sometimes somewhat too impulsive in dealing with others and can hurt people without really meaning to do so, due to their direct and sometimes critical nature.
INFPs are introspective, private, creative and highly idealistic individuals that have a constant desire to be on a meaningful path. They are driven by their values and seek peace. Empathetic and compassionate, they want to help others and humanity as a whole. INFPs are imaginative, artistic and often have a talent for language and writing. They can also be described as easygoing, selfless, guarded, adaptable, patient and loyal.
Positive adjectives: I'm very aware of people's feelings and such.I'm fiercely loyal to those I love. I'm not a nosy person and I don't push something when it's obvious someone doesn't want to talk, part of that being because I read people pretty well. I'm always trying to look on the bright side of situations, even when others find them to be completly hopeless. I'm pretty funny at certain times, too. It's only once in a while that I act funny, but when I do it's hilarious! (Hahaha, at least I'd like to think I'm pretty funny...)
Negatives adjectives: I do not like to work. At all. Sometimes I can get fairly bossy, and it annoys a bunch of my family members all the time. I can get annoyed pretty easily. Just a little slip can set me off, even if it's meant to be just a joke. I can also be blunt. Like really blunt. But I try to not hurt people when the subject's sensitive... But my biggest problem is how I always have to have approval from other people. Just a little criticism, even constructive criticism, can ruin my entire day... But I'm putting effort into changing that trait :)
Likes/interests: Well I love writing and reading... I like looking through magazines of both games and fashion because I can just be a huge contradiction like that XP I like being alone and I also like chilling with people I care about... Oh and video games, watching Comedy Central... If I'm being honest it's really hard for me to absolutely hate something *nodnod* I like doing most things :D
Dislikes/pet peeves: I hate having the door to my room open when I'm in it. And you know the numbers that you see whenever you turn up the volume? I can't stand it when that number's odd. And I dislike humorless people and backstabbers too.

And since we’ve no place to go; let it snow…
When you purchase a present for someone, are you more likely to buy something personal or a necessity? If it's someone who's really important to me I'd go with something more personal :)
What is the most expensive present you’ve ever wanted? A game console, I'm sure X)
What is your favorite part of the holidays/Christmas? The part where everyone gets together and gives presents! It's a nice and happy time ♥
Do you enjoy snow? I've only seen snow once in my life so... I'm not sure :O

He’s making a list and checking it twice…
What do you want in a kiss?
[X] gentle
[] aggressive
[] passion
[] gentlemanly
[X] affectionate
[/] short
[/] long
[] innocent
[] seductive
[] desperate
[X] romantic
[X] unexpected
[X] playful

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