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Chapter 1668: A War with No Victors (One Hundred and Eighteen)
Chapter 1668: A War with No Victors (One Hundred and Eighteen)
The wizarding radio was broadcasting a program from the Witching Watch, with the familiar announcer chattering incessantly, reiterating the previous week's topic and continuing to educate listeners about werewolves.
Most listeners found the announcer verbose, but very few actually turned off their radios. Today was the full moon, and those infected with lycanthropy would transform into ravenous werewolves, devoid of human rationality.
Although there had been rumors circulating in the wizarding world that seemed far-fetched, it was still prudent to take extra precautions, especially given the Ministry of Magic's current stance of heightened vigilance.
Ever since the last full moon, the announcer from the Witching Watch had dedicated a day each week to werewolf-related topics.
This was the main reason why listeners remained glued to their radios, despite the announcer's loquaciousness.
Moreover, even if there were no werewolf attacks tonight, learning more about werewolves and acquiring self-protection methods could only be beneficial.
At the very least, if one ever encountered a werewolf, they would not be caught off guard and would be able to handle the crisis calmly, thus avoiding potential tragedies that could endanger their lives and those of their loved ones.
As Lee Jordan would say, "You can never be too careful when it comes to werewolves."
"As you all know, the necessary condition for becoming a werewolf is being bitten by a werewolf in its wolf form during the full moon. Once a werewolf's saliva comes into contact with a victim's blood, infection occurs, what we commonly refer to as lycanthropy."
"Werewolves before their full moon transformation do not pose a significant threat to wizards, one might even say they are hardly dangerous. At the very least, being bitten by a werewolf that hasn't transformed yet does not carry the risk of contracting lycanthropy, nor will it turn you into a werewolf during the full moon; it will merely leave an unsightly permanent scar..." Jordan paused, "Well, admittedly, they are quite dangerous."
"If you ever find yourself confronted by a non-transformed werewolf that lunges at you, your best course of action is to kill it. Any sane individual suffering from lycanthropy would not desire to bite others; the urge to bite indicates they have likely already lost their sanity or are inherently psychotic.
Do not attempt to sympathize with madmen and psychopaths, they could very well be the next Fenrir Greyback. Werewolves exhibiting such signs should be put down to help reduce the number of victims falling prey to werewolf bites."
Lee Jordan continued his tirade on the subject of werewolves.
"... Hearing a wolf howl indicates the possible presence of werewolves in your vicinity. While it is normal for these creatures to howl during the full moon, you cannot solely rely on their howls to determine their proximity. Therefore, it is essential to have a Sneakoscope or similar Dark Magic detection device."
"Of course, if you don't have such a detector, it's best to use the method I mentioned last time. Casting protective alert spells around your house can effectively prevent surprise attacks."
While this may sound like a bunch of nonsense, it was indeed a bunch of nonsense to most wizards who had listened to the broadcast.
However, for ordinary wizards who lacked a comprehensive understanding of werewolves, this information was invaluable. The majority of ordinary wizards had limited knowledge about werewolves, so the constant repetition was also intended for those who might have missed the previous broadcasts.
As a result, many wizards found Lee Jordan annoying, but no one disliked the Witching Watch broadcasts or the man himself; they even willingly tuned in to listen again.
"If you are unfortunate enough to encounter a werewolf or hear a wolf howl nearby, I suggest you use a pre-prepared piece of parchment to send an owl to the Ministry of Magic immediately. However, this letter is not meant to seek the Ministry's rescue but to inform them of the werewolf's presence in your area.
Therefore, do not expect the Aurors to come to your aid right away. Generally, a werewolf sighting in your neighborhood likely means that werewolves have appeared in various places across the wizarding world.
In such a situation, your priority should be ensuring that your doors and windows are securely shut. It is advisable to magically reinforce your doors and windows; I believe I taught you a spell for this purpose last time."
Of course, this does not guarantee your safety; it can only provide some psychological comfort. If a werewolf is determined to bite you, it is challenging to stop them from breaking into your home, but these measures can buy you some time.
Therefore, you should prepare a broomstick in advance and use the time gained from securing your doors and windows to escape by broom or Disapparition.
Do not risk being bitten by engaging in combat with a werewolf; not everyone has the courage to face them directly, and never overestimate your bravery."
"If you are brave enough to stand up and protect your home, you may attempt to mount your broomstick and maintain a safe height while casting spells at the werewolf from a distance."
"Do not consider this a cowardly act; it is a responsible decision regarding your safety.
Trust me, no one wants to be bitten by a werewolf. Even if you manage to kill the werewolf, your life will be irrevocably ruined."
Jordan then proceeded to rattle off a list of spells used to combat werewolves, reminding listeners not to underestimate their resistance to magic. He emphasized the importance of finishing off a defeated werewolf, assuring listeners that killing a werewolf during the full moon that posed a threat to their safety was not illegal and could even earn them a small reward from the Ministry.
He also advised against approaching a defeated werewolf, as they might be feigning death. It was better to wait until dawn when the werewolf reverted to human form, or to notify the Aurors to handle the situation.
Despite many listeners growing impatient, they persevered, listening to the broadcast while inspecting their homes for any potential gaps in security.
After all, safety was paramount, and it was better to spend an evening double-checking than to be caught unprepared.
As Lee Jordan would say, "It never hurts to be a little cautious."
Just then, a knock on the door interrupted the incessant voice on the radio, followed by hushed whispers.
"Ahem!"
After two dry coughs, Lee Jordan's voice returned.
"I regret to inform you that we have just received news of a nearby wolf howl. I suspect this is no coincidence, and we have decided to go out on patrol and deal with the werewolf to prevent further harm to others. So, that concludes our broadcast for tonight."
"It's best to remain vigilant and keep an eye on your surroundings. I believe this is no accident, and remember the key points I mentioned earlier. Stay safe, and we shall meet again tomorrow, where I will regale you with tales of my valiant battles against werewolves."
With that, the radio fell silent, leaving only the dull static.
"That's a wrap," said Sirius Black as he handed Jordan a broomstick.
Jordan took the broomstick and asked curiously, "How many werewolves are there?"
"I'm not sure, but I estimate at least three," replied Black, his expression grim.
"Have those guys gone completely mad?"
(End of Chapter)
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