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Durmstrang Institute of Magical Learning is one of the oldest wizarding schools in Europe, hidden somewhere in the frozen northern regions of Europe. The exact location of the school is kept secret through powerful concealment charms, ancient wards, and enchantments that prevent ordinary Muggles from finding it.

The academy is surrounded by snow-covered mountains, enormous dark forests, frozen lakes, steep cliffs, and ancient magical ruins. The weather is harsh almost year-round. Winter is especially brutal, with heavy snowstorms, freezing winds, and long nights.

Durmstrang itself resembles an enormous medieval fortress rather than a beautiful palace. Its towers are made of dark stone, its corridors are cold and vast, and ancient magical symbols cover many of the walls. Iron chandeliers hang from vaulted ceilings, fireplaces burn with enchanted flames, and enormous portraits of former professors and famous witches and wizards watch students as they pass.The atmosphere is intimidating.

Durmstrang students are expected to be disciplined, independent, magically capable, and prepared to defend themselves.

The school does not openly encourage students to become Dark wizards, but it is far less uncomfortable discussing Dark magic than many other European magical schools.

THE FOUR HOUSES

🐆 WAMPUS

“THE BODY OF THE WARRIORS”

Wampus students are warriors at heart.They are courageous, determined, physically capable, competitive, protective, and extremely difficult to intimidate.Many of Durmstrang’s strongest duelists belong to Wampus.

Traits: Courage, strength, determination, loyalty, bravery, resilience.

House colors: Crimson and gold.

House symbol: Wampus cat.

Wampus students tend to form powerful friendships, but their rivalries can become intense.

🐍 HORNED SERPENT

“THE MIND OF THE ERUDITES”

Horned Serpent students are scholars, strategists, researchers, and intellectuals.They are fascinated by ancient magic, magical theory, runes, potions, curses, history, and complicated spells.

Traits: Intelligence, wisdom, curiosity, magical knowledge, strategy, observation.

House colors: Emerald green and silver.

House symbol: Horned serpent.

Horned Serpent students often spend hours in the library or experimenting with spells.

🦅 THUNDERBIRD

“THE SOUL OF THE ADVENTURERS”

Thunderbird students are explorers.They are adventurous, independent, curious, spontaneous, brave, and often the first students willing to investigate something they have been explicitly told not to investigate.

Traits: Adventure, courage, curiosity, independence, exploration, ambition.

House colors: Deep blue and silver.

House symbol: Thunderbird.

Thunderbird students frequently sneak into forbidden areas of the castle, explore the surrounding forest, and volunteer for dangerous practical assignments.

🐾 PUKWUDGIE

“THE HEART OF THE HEALERS”

Pukwudgie students are compassionate and protective.They are particularly talented in healing magic, Herbology, Potions, magical medicine, and caring for injured creatures.

Traits: Compassion, loyalty, empathy, patience, healing, protectiveness.

House colors: Black and gold.

House symbol: Pukwudgie.

Pukwudgie students may appear gentle, but insulting someone they care about can reveal a surprisingly fierce side.

LOCATIONS

PROFESSORS!

FAMOUS STUDENTS

MAJOR SCHOOL EVENTS

THE WINTER DUEL

An annual dueling tournament where the strongest students compete against one another.

THE HOUSE TRIALS

Four houses compete in magical challenges involving combat, intelligence, survival, and teamwork.

THE NORTHERN FLIGHT

An advanced flying competition held during winter.

THE FOUNDERS’ CEREMONY

An ancient Durmstrang tradition celebrating the history of the academy.

THE MIDNIGHT TRIAL

An invitation-only challenge for advanced students.

Rumors say the Headmaster personally chooses the participants.