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First of all, I just wanted to point this out. Potter? Have anything to say for yourself? I'm sure the public wants to know just what old Myrtle is talking about.
Moving right along.
Since I--unlike some irresponsible members of this school--have already finished my Herbology essay, I think now is an appropriate time to make a post to this community letting you all know about the new prototype Andretti 2004 racing broom that My Father has sent me. It should be arriving tomorrow, since the owls we have at the Manor are quite speedier than those at the Hogsmeade Post Office.
The Andretti 2004 is not supposed to come out until next year, of course, but My Father has certain connections with Flyte and Barker, so he was able to get me one in advance. Flyte and Barker, of course, are the manufacturers of the old Twigger 90, which, you may remember, was famous for its Warning Whistle. I'm quite sure that none of you have ever even managed to see a racing broom made by Flyte and Barker in your lives. Of course, I'd considered getting a Twigger 90 in my second year, but I decided to go with the Nimbus 2001, to celebrate my received position on the Quidditch team. The Nimbus 2001, of course, was an excellent model in its day. Definitely better than the old Comets that some Seekers are still flying.
Then, as you know, came the Firebolt, which I received from My Father just after fourth year. Evidently, he didn't feel it necessary to send one when Quidditch was not being played. While I was a tad disappointed not to have it throughout fourth year, I did rather enjoy the little toy of a broom for a few years. Until now. Now that I've got a new racing broom coming to me, I can throw out that twig and move onto bigger and better things.
The Andretti 2004 is, of course, the fastest on the market, and can be customised to the individual user. It comes with double the normal Cushioning Charm, making for airtight protection from the discomfort of the fact that, in reality, you are riding a broomstick. According to Which Broomstick, this advancement in Cushioning Charms makes it as though you're literally riding on the air. In fact, I hear you can hardly tell you're on a broomstick at all. Nothing like the discomfort of the Firebolts.
The twigs are Self-Straightening and Self-Trimming, which makes for much sleeker and better leverage when flying. I hear that people who are still living in the Dark Ages and flying Firebolts have to trim their tails themselves. Such a pity that not everyone can afford a Flyte and Barker model racing broom.
The handle and body are made of solid ash, which makes for quite a difference in comparison to the every-day mahogany of yesteryear. At night, the handle illuminates in a light that--fantastically--only the flier can see, which could be rather useful, I suppose. I believe it's an idea modelled after the Hand of Glory. And, naturally, the label is engraved on the handle in solid gold, which is rather pricey, but worth the extra Galleons (if you have them).
Which Broomstick also says that the Andretti 2004 will set the record for the easiest fingertip-to-broomstick handling rate. Just a simple brush of my fingers, and I'll be able to turn at a complete 360 degree angle at a fixed point immediately. And, the Andretti 2004 should reach speeds up to 230 miles an hour within seconds. Which, as you may know, leaves the Firebolt far behind in the dust.
It also comes with the same sort of identification protection wards used at Gringotts, as a matter of fact, so I wouldn't recommend anyone trying to 'borrow' it. Once the user customises it to their identity, the broomstick will only work for them. Otherwise, it will get up and start attacking the perpetrator and beating them senseless. After which, naturally, the broomstick would still be in perfect shape. It'll then start to shriek, leaving you looking very stupid. Again, I wouldn't recommend you laying your greedy fingers on it.
I hear that the Falmouth Falcons are going to try to secure seven Andretti 2004 prototypes this year. Theirs will be coming with the custom tail-shooter, which sends transparent rays of dark-grey and white mist (the Falcons' colours, of course) from the tail as one flies. I'd have asked My Father to requisition this for my own broomstick, but I've a feeling the dictators of Hogwarts would put a ban on it. However, it's only natural that I would be flying the same racing broom as the best Quidditch team in all of Britain and Ireland. My Father certainly knows how to pick his merchandise.
And, finally, I'd just like to point out that thanks to Largebottom, I've a violet splotch on my jaw, and I'm not at all amused by this. In fact, I was so splattered with the fool's potion that there's a large violet stain on my shoulder as well, where it soaked through my robes. My Father will not be pleased to know that my skin has been exposed to harsh dyes, thanks to the clumsiness of a Squib. Luckily, I managed to avoid most of the splattering thanks to the bulk that is Millicent, but who knows how long this will last?
I've taken the initiative to come up with a solution to these violet stains. Being such an advanced student in Potions, I immediately thought up a way to rid myself of this wretched colour, rather than just sitting around and waiting for it to fade away. Professor Snape has allowed me access to the Potions classroom to prepare this. Perhaps I won't mind giving out the solution, for the right price.
Moving right along.
Since I--unlike some irresponsible members of this school--have already finished my Herbology essay, I think now is an appropriate time to make a post to this community letting you all know about the new prototype Andretti 2004 racing broom that My Father has sent me. It should be arriving tomorrow, since the owls we have at the Manor are quite speedier than those at the Hogsmeade Post Office.
The Andretti 2004 is not supposed to come out until next year, of course, but My Father has certain connections with Flyte and Barker, so he was able to get me one in advance. Flyte and Barker, of course, are the manufacturers of the old Twigger 90, which, you may remember, was famous for its Warning Whistle. I'm quite sure that none of you have ever even managed to see a racing broom made by Flyte and Barker in your lives. Of course, I'd considered getting a Twigger 90 in my second year, but I decided to go with the Nimbus 2001, to celebrate my received position on the Quidditch team. The Nimbus 2001, of course, was an excellent model in its day. Definitely better than the old Comets that some Seekers are still flying.
Then, as you know, came the Firebolt, which I received from My Father just after fourth year. Evidently, he didn't feel it necessary to send one when Quidditch was not being played. While I was a tad disappointed not to have it throughout fourth year, I did rather enjoy the little toy of a broom for a few years. Until now. Now that I've got a new racing broom coming to me, I can throw out that twig and move onto bigger and better things.
The Andretti 2004 is, of course, the fastest on the market, and can be customised to the individual user. It comes with double the normal Cushioning Charm, making for airtight protection from the discomfort of the fact that, in reality, you are riding a broomstick. According to Which Broomstick, this advancement in Cushioning Charms makes it as though you're literally riding on the air. In fact, I hear you can hardly tell you're on a broomstick at all. Nothing like the discomfort of the Firebolts.
The twigs are Self-Straightening and Self-Trimming, which makes for much sleeker and better leverage when flying. I hear that people who are still living in the Dark Ages and flying Firebolts have to trim their tails themselves. Such a pity that not everyone can afford a Flyte and Barker model racing broom.
The handle and body are made of solid ash, which makes for quite a difference in comparison to the every-day mahogany of yesteryear. At night, the handle illuminates in a light that--fantastically--only the flier can see, which could be rather useful, I suppose. I believe it's an idea modelled after the Hand of Glory. And, naturally, the label is engraved on the handle in solid gold, which is rather pricey, but worth the extra Galleons (if you have them).
Which Broomstick also says that the Andretti 2004 will set the record for the easiest fingertip-to-broomstick handling rate. Just a simple brush of my fingers, and I'll be able to turn at a complete 360 degree angle at a fixed point immediately. And, the Andretti 2004 should reach speeds up to 230 miles an hour within seconds. Which, as you may know, leaves the Firebolt far behind in the dust.
It also comes with the same sort of identification protection wards used at Gringotts, as a matter of fact, so I wouldn't recommend anyone trying to 'borrow' it. Once the user customises it to their identity, the broomstick will only work for them. Otherwise, it will get up and start attacking the perpetrator and beating them senseless. After which, naturally, the broomstick would still be in perfect shape. It'll then start to shriek, leaving you looking very stupid. Again, I wouldn't recommend you laying your greedy fingers on it.
I hear that the Falmouth Falcons are going to try to secure seven Andretti 2004 prototypes this year. Theirs will be coming with the custom tail-shooter, which sends transparent rays of dark-grey and white mist (the Falcons' colours, of course) from the tail as one flies. I'd have asked My Father to requisition this for my own broomstick, but I've a feeling the dictators of Hogwarts would put a ban on it. However, it's only natural that I would be flying the same racing broom as the best Quidditch team in all of Britain and Ireland. My Father certainly knows how to pick his merchandise.
And, finally, I'd just like to point out that thanks to Largebottom, I've a violet splotch on my jaw, and I'm not at all amused by this. In fact, I was so splattered with the fool's potion that there's a large violet stain on my shoulder as well, where it soaked through my robes. My Father will not be pleased to know that my skin has been exposed to harsh dyes, thanks to the clumsiness of a Squib. Luckily, I managed to avoid most of the splattering thanks to the bulk that is Millicent, but who knows how long this will last?
I've taken the initiative to come up with a solution to these violet stains. Being such an advanced student in Potions, I immediately thought up a way to rid myself of this wretched colour, rather than just sitting around and waiting for it to fade away. Professor Snape has allowed me access to the Potions classroom to prepare this. Perhaps I won't mind giving out the solution, for the right price.