He is an alchemist who strived hard to prove that there are many secrets of the world that can be unravelled by the discipline that he is an expert on. He worked hard since he finished his schooling at Beauxbatons.
Nicholas Flamel, the famed alchemist who now aged more than 650 years old together with his wife was once a normal student at the French school of Magic. He was not extraordinarily intelligent or magically strong. In fact, he is the most average of average, except for one thing.
When he decided on something he'll go through anything to get the things done. He stays steadfast throughout the goals that he set his mind to until the end.
Other than his researches, he also loved to duel. He was never the best of duellers, but for the last hundreds of years, there is always a pair of seats filled by the two ancient Lord and Lady Flamel. It seems like they never misses a Duelling Competition. The true extent of his interest and capability in the Duelling Magics are yet to be made public though.
Nicholas Flamel really loves his wife, Perenelle. She remained by his side even after all these years that are the result of his blunder when they were young (by normal standards).
The truth that he kept from the world is that actually when he was young and foolish, he made the philosopher's stone. It was supposed to be the pinnacle of Alchemy, and in reality, it is indeed. But the price he paid for was too big though.
He lost his magic.
Normally to a wizard who is always content with what he has, it doesn't matter much, but the stone with its potential to turn over the world is too much of a power to be left alone. To top it off, he cannot destroy the stone by himself because he didn't have magic.
Perenelle, bless her soul, is more than capable of doing it, except the fact that only those chosen by the stone can see it. Thus, it is impossible for them to destroy the stone so long as Nicholas is its master. Once it changed its master, Nicholas will get his magic back, and with his connection to the stone as the previous master, would be capable of destroying the very stone that is the source of his pride and agony.
They had waited for almost 700 hundred years now, and thanks to Albus's help, the stone had claimed the little Harry Potter as its master. Nicholas destroyed the stone immediately after Albus Dumbledore told him of the occurrence.
Nicholas Flamel's worst fear is that the stone that he made be used for sinful things. He can't die before he sees to the stone's destruction. It is a feat that was made possible by the knowledge of the Elixir of Life that the stone bestowed upon him. Perenelle and him drank the elixir every morning as soon as they woke up and before bed-it keeps them alive.
Contrary to popular belief and hopes, living for hundreds of years is not a blessing. The Flamel pair had seen their close families and friends pass away. They even saw the youngest of Flamels death-ending the Flamel line for ever. They lived for so long that it hurts. Therefore, the change that Harry Potter brought to them is welcomed warmly.
… in appreciation of your participation in lifting us of our curse, we present you several gifts that we can give. It is up to you though to make full use of it. Hereby included in this package are three books on alchemy-"What I have to learn to learn Alchemy?""What can I do with Alchemy?" and "Alchemy Theories" and a collection of duelling memories (our pensieve is included too!)
Harry Potter, when Nicholas took upon himself to discover the secrets of Alchemy, the responsibility made him a really strong wizard, stoic and steadfast in his belief that he will succeed, and he did.
It is my belief from the first time I laid my eyes on my husband that responsibility is strength. If you want to grow stronger, embrace and uphold the responsibilities that are laid upon your shoulder. I know that with these weights on your shoulder you will not be having the same childhood like most others your age but for someone of my age, I'd like to say that childhood is overrated. You still can act like a child if you want to regardless of age-Nicholas and I act like stupid kids sometimes just to enjoy and appreciate life.
This is the second time that you encountered the dark wizard. I have the feeling that his lose would only make him feel that he have to kill you as soon as he acquired the chance. It might do well for you to prepare yourself.
Besides, preparing for the encounter with the dark wizard might also be fun as you progress further.
There is not much else that the two of us can give to you other than these that we had given you. The House of Flamel had fallen from grace three hundred years ago- Magic is the only reason we lived till this year.
Speaking of that little Harry, I am also including a short note on how the wizards of old respect Magic in our daily life.
Last but not least, our gifts are sadly solely for you and your future family alone. It is because we claimed and declared you as our heir by Magic and Title. The magics and knowledge that is to be passed down to you are the Flamel's. Even if you try to teach your friends, they will never be able to learn them-for that we are sorry. We hope our gifts will be a window for you to broaden your knowledge on magic. Walk your own path by yourself as Nicholas did.
Sincerely appreciative and hoping the best for you,
Nicholas and Perenell Flamel.
Harry Potter had just arrived in his caged room at number 4 Privet Drive. The package and letter was already sitting on his bed when he opened the door to his room.
He was surprised that the Flamel appreciated for helping them to die. Harry had always thought that being able to live forever is kind of cool. It means that he can play quidditch till the end of time! But then again seeing people come and go would have been hard.
It is a disappointment though that he will never be able to share these stuff to Ron and Hermione.
At least he has the duelling memories to occupy his free time-it seems that this summer is kicking off in the right direction.
That night Harry slept with a smile in his face.
Never mind the books, no respectable boy his age would bother about them.