Today...
Today is...
TODAY IS--
TODAY IS RUBEUS HAGRIG'S BIRTHDAY!
Zomfg! He was born December, 6th! Remember to Tell Hagrid "Happy Birthday!" mrgreen
Ou! Me and Tayler were thinking of Senior Project! Tayler's going to make a golden Snitch! ♥ I want to make me own flying broomstick! ♥
It might will be difficult! sweatdrop
But then we could be play Quidditch!!! heart
I'd be the Keeper, or a beater for sure. "Keeper" is the basic position I played in Foot-Ball (AKA Soccer) in gym. I was good at it! I think I'd also be a good beater, because I'm more people oriented. have to protect me teammates! mrgreen
Balls
Quidditch is played with four balls of three different types. Two of these are used for scoring, while the other two (almost unique amongst ball games real or fictional, see Dodgeball) are to be avoided as they physically attack the players.
The Quaffle
The Quaffle is spherical in shape (although it is shown with four dimples in the films, appearing more as a tetrahedron), bright red in colour, and approximately 12 inches in diameter. It is explained in Quidditch Through the Ages that the Quaffle is enchanted to fall very slowly through the air when dropped to prevent players having to continuously dive to retrieve it. The backstory of Quidditch explains that the red colour was instituted to create a stronger contrast between the Quaffle and mud. The Quaffle is also enchanted to make it easy to grip with only one hand.
The Bludgers
The two Bludgers are spherical, approximately ten inches in diameter and are made of iron. Whether they are solid or hollow is not mentioned (if solid, they would weigh almost 70 kg each). They are described to be bewitched to fly without any visible means of propulsion, although they do retain inertia which makes them unable to change direction swiftly. Their purpose in the game is to fly around attempting to indiscriminately hit players. They are the cause of the majority of Quidditch injuries.
The Golden Snitch
The Golden Snitch, commonly known simply as the Snitch, is a small golden ball the approximate size of a walnut (that is, about 1 inch). Unlike the other balls, the Snitch possesses two wings which enable it to fly. It is enchanted to fly around the pitch avoiding capture for as long as possible, while remaining within the boundaries of the playing area. Each team has a designated 'Seeker', whose task is purely to capture the Snitch which, as it is much lighter than the Bludgers, is much more agile. It is also explained in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows that the Snitch has a 'flesh memory' for the first person to touch it (the capturing Seeker, since the manufacturer wears gloves), to resolve disputed catches.
Players
Each team is made up of seven players, consisting of three Chasers, two Beaters, one Keeper and one Seeker.
The Chasers progress up and down the pitch passing the Quaffle by hand amongst themselves, in an attempt to score goals by throwing it through one of their opponent's three goal-hoops. In this respect the game is similar to rugby or (as Harry suggests in the first book) "Basketball on broomsticks with six hoops".
The Keeper is charged with protecting the three goal hoops, in much the same way as a goalkeeper in soccer. All four players must constantly avoid both the bludgers (which attempt to attack them) and accidental contact with the Golden Snitch (which is a foul).
The Beaters are armed with large wooden clubs similar to baseball bats and are usually of sturdy build. They are tasked with protecting their teammates from the Bludgers by knocking these balls off course, preferably towards enemy players. As the Bludgers are enchanted to attack indiscriminately, they can be diverted onto enemy players by skillful deflection.
Finally, the Seeker, usually the lightest member of the team and equipped with the fastest broom, is charged with searching the pitch for, chasing down and eventually capturing, the elusive Golden Snitch. The Seeker is the only member of the team permitted to touch the Snitch.
Each team includes a nominated captain, who may play any of the four positions.
As shown in The Deathly Hallows, team photos are taken with each player standing in a certain position that reflects their positions on the field. Little is known about the actual seating positions; it is known that there are two rows and the Seeker sits in the middle of the front row.
Yeah. I've been converted to Hogwartism! (Or would it be Potterism? Harrism? The J.Kult ?) I like Hogwartism!
Today is...
TODAY IS--
TODAY IS RUBEUS HAGRIG'S BIRTHDAY!
Zomfg! He was born December, 6th! Remember to Tell Hagrid "Happy Birthday!" mrgreen
Ou! Me and Tayler were thinking of Senior Project! Tayler's going to make a golden Snitch! ♥ I want to make me own flying broomstick! ♥
It might will be difficult! sweatdrop
But then we could be play Quidditch!!! heart
I'd be the Keeper, or a beater for sure. "Keeper" is the basic position I played in Foot-Ball (AKA Soccer) in gym. I was good at it! I think I'd also be a good beater, because I'm more people oriented. have to protect me teammates! mrgreen
Balls
Quidditch is played with four balls of three different types. Two of these are used for scoring, while the other two (almost unique amongst ball games real or fictional, see Dodgeball) are to be avoided as they physically attack the players.
The Quaffle
The Quaffle is spherical in shape (although it is shown with four dimples in the films, appearing more as a tetrahedron), bright red in colour, and approximately 12 inches in diameter. It is explained in Quidditch Through the Ages that the Quaffle is enchanted to fall very slowly through the air when dropped to prevent players having to continuously dive to retrieve it. The backstory of Quidditch explains that the red colour was instituted to create a stronger contrast between the Quaffle and mud. The Quaffle is also enchanted to make it easy to grip with only one hand.
The Bludgers
The two Bludgers are spherical, approximately ten inches in diameter and are made of iron. Whether they are solid or hollow is not mentioned (if solid, they would weigh almost 70 kg each). They are described to be bewitched to fly without any visible means of propulsion, although they do retain inertia which makes them unable to change direction swiftly. Their purpose in the game is to fly around attempting to indiscriminately hit players. They are the cause of the majority of Quidditch injuries.
The Golden Snitch
The Golden Snitch, commonly known simply as the Snitch, is a small golden ball the approximate size of a walnut (that is, about 1 inch). Unlike the other balls, the Snitch possesses two wings which enable it to fly. It is enchanted to fly around the pitch avoiding capture for as long as possible, while remaining within the boundaries of the playing area. Each team has a designated 'Seeker', whose task is purely to capture the Snitch which, as it is much lighter than the Bludgers, is much more agile. It is also explained in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows that the Snitch has a 'flesh memory' for the first person to touch it (the capturing Seeker, since the manufacturer wears gloves), to resolve disputed catches.
Players
Each team is made up of seven players, consisting of three Chasers, two Beaters, one Keeper and one Seeker.
The Chasers progress up and down the pitch passing the Quaffle by hand amongst themselves, in an attempt to score goals by throwing it through one of their opponent's three goal-hoops. In this respect the game is similar to rugby or (as Harry suggests in the first book) "Basketball on broomsticks with six hoops".
The Keeper is charged with protecting the three goal hoops, in much the same way as a goalkeeper in soccer. All four players must constantly avoid both the bludgers (which attempt to attack them) and accidental contact with the Golden Snitch (which is a foul).
The Beaters are armed with large wooden clubs similar to baseball bats and are usually of sturdy build. They are tasked with protecting their teammates from the Bludgers by knocking these balls off course, preferably towards enemy players. As the Bludgers are enchanted to attack indiscriminately, they can be diverted onto enemy players by skillful deflection.
Finally, the Seeker, usually the lightest member of the team and equipped with the fastest broom, is charged with searching the pitch for, chasing down and eventually capturing, the elusive Golden Snitch. The Seeker is the only member of the team permitted to touch the Snitch.
Each team includes a nominated captain, who may play any of the four positions.
As shown in The Deathly Hallows, team photos are taken with each player standing in a certain position that reflects their positions on the field. Little is known about the actual seating positions; it is known that there are two rows and the Seeker sits in the middle of the front row.
Yeah. I've been converted to Hogwartism! (Or would it be Potterism? Harrism? The J.Kult ?) I like Hogwartism!
