Gathering the Magical Beings

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The dawn was just breaking over London as the group stood in the library of 12 Grimmauld Place, the quiet hum of anticipation thick in the air. The hologram of Zenithara still flickered above the ancient book, casting faint blue light on their determined faces. But Harry knew that their work was far from over. While they had secured agreements from major magical creatures like centaurs, giants, and goblins, there were still others—beings often forgotten or shunned by wizardkind. These creatures, too, were part of the magical fabric of their world, and they deserved a chance at survival.

Harry looked around at the group: Alex, Justin, Max, Draco, Luna, and Neville. They had already accomplished so much, but there were still more magical creatures to approach. This time, they were venturing further into the unknown.

"We've made great progress," Harry began, his voice steady, "but we're not done. There are still other creatures—beings that have lived in the shadows of our world—who need to be offered a new home."

Luna nodded dreamily, her wide eyes sparkling. "Hags, faeries, nymphs... they'll come. They're connected to magic in ways we've only begun to understand."

Neville adjusted his satchel, filled with magical plants from his earlier missions. "We have to make sure all magical creatures have the option to come with us. The world we're building is for everyone."

Harry held up another sack of coins, each one enchanted to act as a portkey. "We're going to split up again. I've already assigned the different groups. When you meet with the leaders of these creatures, explain the situation and offer them these portkey coins. The phrase to activate the portkey is still 'New Home.' Once they're ready, they'll be taken directly to Hogwarts' Great Hall, where we'll gather before the ritual to transport everyone to Zenithara."

Alex, ever impatient to get started, grabbed her bag of coins and shot a smirk at Harry. "Let me guess, I'm on hag duty?"

Harry chuckled. "You and Draco are in charge of the hags, succubi, and incubi. They're not going to be easy to convince, but I trust you two can manage."

Draco gave a sly smile. "I've dealt with worse than hags and demons. This should be interesting."

Justin looked serious, adjusting his wand holster. "What about us?"

"You, Max, and Luna will handle the faeries, pixies, and sirens," Harry replied. "They live in places where magic is still strong, and they might not realize how quickly things are falling apart. Convincing them will take finesse, but Luna knows their ways better than anyone."

Luna smiled serenely. "The faeries will listen if we approach them with respect. They'll feel the change in the air."

Neville, ready for another challenge, asked, "And me?"

"You're going to the merpeople and nymphs—river, forest, and mountain nymphs. They've kept themselves isolated for centuries, but they're as tied to magic as any of us. We'll need them."

Harry gave each of them a sack of coins, ensuring they understood the plan. "We meet back here tonight. Be careful—some of these creatures might be suspicious or hostile, but we have to show them that their survival depends on this."

With their tasks set, they headed off in different directions, ready to convince the last of the magical beings to join them in the new world.

Alex and Draco – The Hags, Succubi, and Incubi

Alex and Draco found themselves deep in the forbidden wilderness of England, heading toward a village long forgotten by most wizards. The path was overgrown, the air thick with a foreboding presence. Hags, succubi, and incubi were not the kind of beings you approached lightly.

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