A/N: Hello everyone and welcome to Chapter 2 of Serpentine Thoughts, the place where I add my story ideas and ask for your opinion!
So today (yes I wrote this in one day for once) I found one of DZ2's challenges: The 'New Powers' Challenge. I'm going to type it out at the bottom of this chapter so no worries, you can check it out x3 I've never done one of these before so I don't know how I'm even supposed to do it in terms of adding the challenge and all that (Just copying DZ2 in that aspect cause I'm clueless).
I've decided to go with Bleach, since I've had a vague idea for a crossover in my head for a while but didn't know how to give it form until now.
I know the power transfer thing is so barely covered that it's almost sneezed at but that's because I have a scene in Hogwarts in mind for Harry to figure out what is going on, and there is going to be some mayhem with his new powers as well before that. So yeah, the interesting stuff will take a bit of time to get to, but I hope it will be worth it! XD (What I have in my head seems interesting enough at least )
Let's get on with it, shall we?
Thank heavens for Hermione.
Just before they set off to return home after their fifth year, Hermione had warned him that on their sixteenth birthday, each witch and wizard went though his or her magical inheritance. It was a gift from their magic, growing into maturity and unlocking possible hidden skills as well as removing the natural barriers on one's magic. Any creature inheritances were released as well and the witch or wizard was given the chance to get used to their new powers and skills before they were emancipated on their seventeenth birthday. It was a fist step to being recognised as an adult, not by people but by magic.
Because he now knew this, he also knew dawdling about was a bad idea. He opened the window so that any birthday packages could enter and laid down on his bed, ready to take on whatever would happen. He tried not to see Sirius flashing before his eyes, as had happened a lot whenever he tried closing his eyes. Nightmares hardly left him alone as well. He still felt incredibly guilty about his godfather's death, but he also realised Sirius wouldn't have wanted it any other way. He was a marauder after all, and what better way to die than protecting your friends and family? He did know Sirius considered him family, just like James had been.
He could only sigh at the memories, knowing his godfather was lost now and no magic in heaven or on earth could bring him back from the Veil. "I miss you, Sirius." He mumbled just as the clock struck twelve.
It happened before he even had a chance to realise what was going on. Soaring pain raced through his body, focussing on his chest. He hurried to claw off his shirt and gasped when a chain was attached to him and was slowly pulling a hole into his chest. What the bloody hell?! He could only surmise this was some sort of creature inheritance, but what kind of creature had a hole in its chest? He was snapped out of his thoughts when an unholy scream was heard throughout the neighbourhood. He had no idea what it was but it sounded huge and very not-human, the ground almost seemed to shake with its steps.
The commotion managed to distract him enough from the pain, which was slowly turning into a burning itch. He saw, more than felt, himself pulling at the chain in desperation. Lord that was uncomfortable! The more the hole was revealed, the better he felt…
With a flash everything was over. The chain was gone and there was a gaping black hole in him, which surprisingly wasn't shedding a single drop of blood. He groaned and was about to sit up when he felt some sort of snap just inside the hole and another light filled the room, this one a tangled hue of blue and green. He fell back down upon the sheets and felt warmth coarse through him, just like he vaguely remembered being described to him. Hermione? Oh right, this was the blocks being released, hence why it didn't hurt as much.
"Spoke too soon…" He managed to grind out between grit teeth. His entire body was suddenly on fire and he could feel every bone that had ever been broken, every bruise that had ever settled and every scar that had ever been given to him blaze up like a thousand suns. Had he looked down, he would have seen them glowing a gentle orange colour. The burning finally moved up to his eyes and scar and settled there. Slowly the burning eased up, starting at his feet and moving upwards until only his eyes and scar were burning with that orange magic. He wasn't sure which had ended first but suddenly it felt like a huge weight had been lifted off his chest. He could breathe more freely and he felt lighter than before, though considering how underfed he already was, he didn't know if that was a good thing or not.
When he opened his eyes, he was surprised to see a blur. He was sure he had left his glasses on though… When he reached up to rub at his eyes, he was met with those very same glasses. "What the hell…?" He wondered aloud, slowly pulling them off and blinking again. "Awesome." Hermione hadn't said anything about his body being healed but here he was all of a sudden; with perfect eyesight! Sitting up was weird. It felt unfamiliar and awkward, almost as if his mind and body weren't in sync yet. When he looked down he gaped in surprise. "Did I just… Get taller?" He wondered, slowly sitting on the side of his bed. When he tried to get up, he was briefly dizzy but when it passed, he could see he had grown several inches. "Finally!" It was about damn time he grew some, lest Draco Malfoy continued to look down on him.
When he looked down he saw the hole in his chest was still there, very visible against his skin, which was still tan from painting the fence last week. He'd had sunburn because of it but the tan was well worth it. He looked to his window and tried peering out, wondering what the hell that scream had been, it certainly hadn't come from Harry! Not to mention his uncle hadn't come bursting through the door yet, so his 'family' obviously hadn't heard it. "As much as I'd like to know what the hell that was… Here comes the post!"
He grinned when he saw several owls soaring right at him, causing him to jump out of the way in a hurry and land on his bum. "Ouch… Guess I'm still not used to the new height." He smiled when he saw his own snowy owl perched on his desk before the others, proudly looking him up and down. "Hey Hedwig, how was your flight?" He asked, untying the package that was undoubtedly from his only friend without an owl: Hermione. He set the letter and box aside and relieved the other owls of their packages as well, offering them water and treats before they went on their way. "Let's see…"
The largest box came from Mrs. Weasley so he decided to open that first and was rewarded with a homemade fudge, packed with a charm to keep it fresh and edible, no matter where he stored it. Beside the fudge there was also a survival package of food so that he could survive the rest of his summer, or until Dumbledore finally picked him up and left him with the Weasleys. Next came a letter from her and Mr. Weasley asking about how he was doing and (unsurprisingly) if he was eating well. They also asked if he had received his OWL's yet, though Ron hadn't either apparently. There was a bit of information about how the family had been this summer and how Arthur's job was faring before they finished with hoping to see him at the Burrow soon. Now that was something he could agree with.
Next was Ron's present which included a chess set with eadible chocolate pieces that would never melt and a Chudly Cannons poster (again unsurprisingly). He skimmed the latter, which wasn't really all that long.
Harry,
Happy birthday! I hope you've been doing well after what happened and all that. Don't beat yourself up about it Harry, no one blames you for what happened at the DoM. I've been stuck in the house most of the time because you-know-who is making moves now and all that so mum says it's not safe. We've been doing chores around the house mostly, or de-gnoming the garden. We're not even allowed to play quiddich! Speaking of quiddich, I've added a list of season scores. I really hope the Cannons are going to get themselves back on top!
How was your summer? I hope better than last year what with those dementors showing up. The Ministry is hopeless, I swear. Mum told me to ask if your OWL's came in already even though I know she probably asked about it in her own letter. Let's just hope Errol makes it in one piece this time… Ruddy bird. Anyway, I don't even want to know what I passed, Hermione's going to go nuts over them once she gets here in a few days. She's been like that every year!
Well, hope you like the set and the fudge mom sent you.
Cheers mate,
Ron
As much as he liked his best friend, he put the letter aside as soon as he finished reading. Not only did Ron remind him of the fiasco at the ministry, but even that bloody farce of a hearing after those dementors showed up! Couldn't he talk about something happier? Even the far too hot weather was a better topic that that. At least at night the air was cool enough to soothe his skin and calm him. The lower temperature had helped a lot when he was sunburnt as well.
He decided to move on and look at Hermione's letter, which was filled with well-wishes and questions about how he was doing. A little note about not blaming him for the DoM fiasco was attached as well but there was little to be done about that, as depressing as it was. She rattled on about her OWL's for a little while before telling him she hoped to see him at the Burrow and then Hogwarts soon. Perhaps with the Weasleys he'd be allowed out to shop for some extra books on what the hell happened to him. Actually, her gift looked oddly shaped like a rectangle. Translation: book.
"Only Hermione." He mumbled fondly as he took off the wrapping, staring at what looked like a brand new book about pureblood history. He scrunched his nose at the topic but found she had included a small note with her reasoning.
I found this in the library at Grimmauld Place and thought it interesting to read through and help me understand what's going on. It didn't have much information for me, but I think you'll find this a very important read. I suggest you read it before coming to the Burrow, lest Mrs. Weasley or professor Dumbledore decide it isn't something you should be reading...
What an odd note. Why would they think this wasn't good for him to read, especially if Hermione thought it was? Opening the book he turned to the page of content but found the entire book was completely white! "What the–?" When he turned to the inside of the cover, he grimaced slightly. Something was written there in elegant script, telling him to use the pin on the adornment of the book to prick his finger and let three drops of blood fall on the parchment. Why someone would place such a dull and easy to break lock on the book, he would never know. Or would he?
He pricked his finger and did as asked. The next page filled with a familiar writing.
— From the current head of house Black —
Welcome to the introduction of the ways of the Black family. Within this Grimoire you will find the teachings of the house Black. Equally, you will find what your duties are, according to your gender. What is not applicable to you has simply not been shown.
The lock, as you by now have likely realised, was a test of purity as our family motto stands: Toujour Pur! Had you not been of black blood, the curse would already have taken effect and you would not be reading this.
You are advised to read each page with diligence and care, for you will need all that is written here to survive.
In a messier script followed something else.
Now that the obligatory intro is over… Hey cub!
I bet you weren't expecting something like this, but I had a feeling I wasn't going to make it through summer to give this to you myself, so I've asked Hermione to send this for me. You do have some black blood in you, in case you were wondering, from your paternal grandmother Dorea Black.
In any case, I know Dumbledore hasn't told you about your inheritance as the next Potter (and Black) Lord, so I've taken it upon myself to teach you through this book. Each head of house infuses his/her magic and blood into this book and that magic in turn will help you learn. There will be notes on the sides fitting your learning style (thanks to a scan of your blood) and they will read as if they come from me, but it's only the magic adapting. Sorry cub.
Knowing you, you probably blame yourself for my passing but if I died protecting you, then it was worth it!
In this book will be various instructions on what to do, most noticeably the most short-term adjustments you need to make right now to ensure everything goes smoothly later. Can't have you unknowingly creating feuds with people, even Death Eaters. Pureblood politics are very tricky but I know there's a serpent in you somewhere, nothing to be ashamed of! There isn't much I can stay here that isn't said in my Will so I wish you luck, Harry James Potter, and do us proud!
Love, Padfoot (Head of house Black)
Harry could hardly believe the words written before him. Even though there was a pressing urgency to the words in the letter and introduction of the book, he could feel an underlying warmth coming from what Sirius wrote. Letting his eyes skim over the messy writing again, his eyes locked onto a word: Will. Sirius had made a Will! He was obviously a beneficiary in said will, so why hadn't he gotten any letters from Gringotts informing him of that? Why had he never been given any letters from Gringotts, period?
That was definitely something he would look into. He closed the book and heard it lock itself as he looked over to the two other piles on his desk; one from Luna and the other from Neville. Both just sent him well-wishes and the usual, as well as wishing him a happy birthday, but the simple notes already made him happy that they remembered him. Which reminded him Neville's birthday had been yesterday! "You up for another trip tonight girl?" He asked, earning a hoot from Hedwig. He quickly penned a birthday letter to Neville in return, thanking him for his letter and apologising for the lateness before sending it off.
Now that everything had been checked, he took a small piece of the fudge and set it aside before hiding the rest in the space under his loose floorboard. His uncle would take everything from him if he knew he had it. At least his trunk was thankfully not locked in the cupboard under the stairs this year. Settling on his bed with the Grimoire and the fudge, he started reading...
DZ2's 'New Powers' Challenge: Harry wasn't as defenceless as people wanted to believe; on his first trip to Diagon Alley, he discovers a forgotten book in Flourish and Blotts that changed him in more ways than one.
Rules: Grey or Dark Harry Grey
Crossover elements, though only as far as the power Harry unlocks (e.g. a slight-Naruto XOver where he gains the Sharingan, a slight Code Geass XOver where he gains the Geass etc.) Hollow Powers
Harry must use his new powers at Hogwarts to make things better for him
At least ince, Harry must use his new power on the Dursleys
All pairings are welcome EXCEPT Harry/Hermione
Harry can go to any House
Guidelines: Harry later discovers his family are somehow tied to the power he gained
Multiple powers from multiple fandoms are unlocked in Harry
Harry's power is somehow tied to his fate as the Master of Death
Nice-Severus
Good-Voldemort
Harry seeks to use his new power to become the next Dark Lord
Characters from the XOver world come to Britain and meet Harry (though I'd prefer it that it was only the power) Accepted (though they don't come to Britain, they make an appearance)
Slash
Harry somehow forges/gains a weapon or familiar Accepted
Forbidden: Light Harry
Dumbledore-allied Harry
Weak Harry
Harry/Hermione
Other than that it's up to you…
A/N: Reading this again now, all I can say is "Oops?". I forgot this was supposed to start at the beginning of Harry coming to Hogwarts, but I generally dislike those 'Harry is powerful at age 11' (after having suffered physical and mental abuse that should not leave him able to think like that). It's really weird to read to me because it makes little sense (also from a book? That makes even less sense!).
In any case, The challenge inspired me, though I won't follow it to the letter (obviously). I'm only going to say "based on DZ2's 'New Powers' Challenge" if and when I post this as a full story since it doesn't match the rules.
SO! I hope you guys liked the idea (or not) and let me know why! I'd love to see if people like this~
Should I continue and post this as a story, Yes? No? Let me know what you think in the comments (aka review) and thanks for reading!
~Lumina