Adfirmo

Spell Name: Flesh Fortifying Charm

Incantation: Adfirmo

Pronunciation: ad-FEER-moh

Spell Branch: Charms

Magical Discipline(s): Defensive

Appearance: Skin of the target shines like the surface of a diamond for a few seconds

Description: The base spell of the Adfirmo charm family, one of the Seven Shield Spells of Pure Wand Magic.

Strengthens the body against physical damage, such as blows, stabs, and slashes, as well as harsh weather. If cast beforehand, can also aid resistance to the Organ-Liquefying Curse, as internal organs are also strengthened. Over-frequent casting can cause muscle paroxysms and even paralysis, which makes it impractical as an everyday means of self-defense. Can aid resistance to pain, but has no effect against the Cruciatus Curse. Lasts a few hours, though being struck with multiple curses can cause it to weaken faster.

Controlled (widely known, but in order to keep constant cases of muscle damage out of St. Mungo’s, its use is discouraged by the Ministry). Advanced.

Regulations: Controlled

Skill Level: Advanced

Etymology: Latin “I strengthen”

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