Stinging Hex
From Absit Omen Lexicon
Spell Name: Stinging Hex
Incantation:
Pronunciation: pun-go
Spell Branch: Charms
Magical Discipline(s): Curses
Appearance:
Description: Produces a stinging sensation in the victim, resulting in angry red welts and occasionally the severe inflammation of the affected area.
Regulations: Legal
Skill Level: Intermediate
Etymology: pungo - to sting, Latin
References: Harry inadvertently casts one on Snape during Occlumency lessons in Order of the Phoenix. Hermione casts the Stinging Hex on Harry in Deathly Hallows to purposefully distort Harry's appearance.
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