The Beasts Within

    By Jersey

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    18 Feb, 2024

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    Newt Scamander was no stranger to danger. His love for magical creatures often led him into precarious situations, but this was different. A dark force was threatening to exploit his beloved creatures, turning their powers against them.

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    The source of the threat was a sinister artifact, known as the Obsidian Orb. It had the ability to magnify and distort the powers of magical creatures, causing them to lose control.

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    Among Newt's creatures, the one most at risk was Pickett, his loyal Bowtruckle. The usually timid creature had become aggressive and unpredictable under the Orb's influence.

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    Newt knew he had to act swiftly. He needed to find a way to neutralize the Obsidian Orb, and to do so, he would need help. He decided to seek out his old friend, Albus Dumbledore.

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    Dumbledore, upon hearing Newt's predicament, agreed to help him. He believed that the Orb could be neutralized with a powerful counter-spell, which required a rare magical ingredient.

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    This ingredient was the feather of a Phoenix, a creature known for its healing and regenerative powers. Newt knew just where to find one: his old companion, Fawkes.

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    With Fawkes's feather in hand, Newt and Dumbledore prepared the counter-spell. As the spell was cast, the Obsidian Orb began to glow a bright white, then faded to a dull gray.

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    The effect on Pickett was immediate. The Bowtruckle calmed down, its violent episodes subsiding. Newt sighed in relief, grateful to have saved his friend from the dark influence of the Orb.

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    With the threat neutralized, Newt thanked Dumbledore and promised to be more careful with his creatures. The Obsidian Orb, now harmless, was locked away in Newt's magical suitcase.

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    Newt Scamander once again proved his dedication to magical creatures. His love for them was not just about studying their unique abilities, but also about protecting them from threats, even if it meant risking his own life.

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    The experience had also reminded him of the importance of friendship and collaboration. Together with Dumbledore, he was able to save his creatures and avert a potential catastrophe. In the magical world, unity often proved to be the strongest magic of all.

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