Glacius

Spell Name: Freezing Spell

Incantation: Glacius

Pronunciation: GLAY-see-us

Spell Branch: Charms

Magical Discipline(s): Curses; Enchantments

Appearance: Blue light.

Description: The Freezing Spell (Glacius) is a charm that freezes a target with icy-cold air created from the tip of the wand. This, in turn, can freeze water, extinguish fires, and cool off Fire Dwelling Salamanders.

This charm has the unfortunate side-effect of making the breath of anyone nearby turn into thick white mist due to the extreme frigidity caused by the spell's casting. An object can be enchanted with this spell to attack a person when touched.

Taught in third year charms and defence against the dark arts at Hogwarts.

Regulations: Legal

Skill Level: Beginner

Etymology: The incantation is Latin for "ice".

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Notes: See also Glacius Duo and Glacius Tria