Society of Dantalion (Closed Group RP)

[Pontifex Maximus]

Atticus found himself in the predetermined meeting point about a half hour early. In any case, it would give him time to prepare the room, and gather his thoughts. He had brought with him a large book Histories of Ancient Wizards and a candle which was already burning merrily in the corner, though flickering in the drafty classroom. Although many of the students in the common room had expressed their interest in joining his society of like minded young wizards, he needed to be more sure of their loyalties, and more importantly, their comfort with...unorthodox magical practices. Atticus arranged several chairs in a circle and waited for the others to arrive.

[Lucius Malfoy]

Geoffrey, having managed to the meeting point without being caught, enters the room where Atticus was. He looks around, noticing he was the first here.

[Pontifex Maximus]

Atticus smiled, his face a bit distorted by the flickering of the candle.

Come in, Geoffrey, glad you could make it.

[Lucius Malfoy]

Geoffrey walks in and takes a seat in one of the empty chairs.

Well it seemed interesting enough for me to come along. Had nothing better to do.

[Pyrrhus the Molossian]

Lance arrives quickly and quietly. His expression is carefully blank.

[Pontifex Maximus]

Welcome, Lance, good of you to come. I think we are waiting on only one more...Nigel, yes. Has anyone seen him?

[Pyrrhus the Molossian]

"I haven't seen him around. He will probably be around shortly".

[Lucius Malfoy]

Geoffrey pulls out a paper out of his bag, Daily Prophet, which he had brought just in case. He flips through the pages, looking at the new bounties set by the Ministry.

[Bonez]

Nigel pops up a little late having almost forgotten.

Sorry about being late.

[Pontifex Maximus]

No need to apologize, Nigel. With Filch prowling the corridors we're lucky to have been able to gather here unspotted. Please, everyone take a seat.

Atticus remained standing over his seat and moved the candle so that he could get a little more light. He flipped to the page he was looking for and cleared his throat.

I am sure most of you are aware of a famous figure and pioneer in the field of magic, Dantalion the Dark. He even has a place in muggle history, and was quite known to them. He was considered a demon, or a dark spirit of great power. He is the father of what has come to be known as the 'dark' branch of magic. But we must ask ourselves...what made Dantalion unfairly labelled as a 'dark' wizard? The muggles fear magic, and have incorporated it into their own legends as unnatural, and something to be fought at all costs. Muggles make no differentiation between branches of magic, to them it is all evil! This mindset has leeched into our own train of thought within the wizarding world, and we have taken precautions to make ourselves seem more favorable to our muggle counterparts. We've limited our advances in magic to appease them, and as a result we have inhibited magical progress. These chains we have bound ourselves in must be broken, and the frontiers of magical knowledge must be expanded. Let us devote ourselves to the study of magic in all its fields, and reject the notion that some magic should be off limits.

Let us form a collection of likeminded wizards in a Society of Dantalion, in order to not only perfect magic that is already known, but to contribute to the fields of magical learning and development.

[Lucius Malfoy]

Geoffrey sits there, listening to the words of Atticus...spoken like a philosopher it seemed. Though the young wizard questioned if Atticus had watched a Muggle move named Star Wars since he mentioned "These chains we have bound ourselves in must be broken." But he would not question it. He had heard little of whom Atticus spoke of...his father mentioning the name a few times. But nonetheless, it was a tempting offer...and one that Geoffrey was interested in.

Your cause is strangely noble, but indeed inviting, Atticus. My father spoke of this man a few times when I was growing up...before I moved in with my Uncle. I am surprised I was asked to join this meeting, but I will gladly contribute to this society of yours.

[Pyrrhus the Molossian]

Lance nods. "Dantalion was a noble pioneer. He is simply misunderstood as is "black" magic. I hereby join your society".

[Pontifex Maximus]

Atticus nodded solemnly

Good, good. I have a theory, you know, that the whole business with blood is simply a continuation of fears of prejudice. There is clearly no distinction in magical potency between muggle born wizards and purebloods...there is almost equal magical potential in both. But those from pureblood family are more apt to be less constricted by the inhibitions placed upon us by muggles. On the other extreme muggle borns are more likely to defend the interests of the muggle community at the expense of the wizarding world. That is where blood feud originates

[Bonez]

Nigel nods.

I agree with all these points and endorse this club. It is to be a club of learning and exploration of all the branches of magic.

[Pyrrhus the Molossian]

Lance agrees again. "They seek to protect the muggles at the expense of wizards! I agree and endorse this club as a furthering of knowledge".

[Pontifex Maximus]

A few matters of administrative importance...this club must remain secret for obvious reasons. Attempt to bring in only those you trust the most. They don't have to be from Slytherin, but be more careful then.

[Lucius Malfoy]

Geoffrey, having been raised in a very pro-Pureblood family, found this hard to accept. However, Geoffrey knew to keep his mouth shut upon this matter. He had learned to not be so openly proud of his heritage like other fools where. He merely nods.

Your cause makes sense...let us hope that in practice it works.

[Pyrrhus the Molossian]

"Agreed Atticus. Shall we make this a more formal organization? With ranks and such? What shall we learn here? "

[Pontifex Maximus]

Atticus smirked

Ranks you say? And what ranks would you suggest, Lance?

[Pyrrhus the Molossian]

Atticus smirked

Ranks you say? And what ranks would you suggest, Lance?

"Ranks based on our talents and interests Atticus. You seem to be the leading type and have a very good mind for it. I think more about the fighting part of magic. The choice is up to you".