The choice of wand is an essential step in the life of any wizard, although it is typically the wand that chooses its wizard.
Before you start, it is important to understand that the wand is an item in its own right, and that a number of characteristics can influence its power and the bond that unites you.
To access the creation of your wand in Harry Potter Wizards Unite, click on your character icon at the bottom left of the screen. Then, simply click on the space where no wand is yet registered.
You will then be able to choose between all the different types of wood that exist, add the heart of the stick (unicorn for example), and define its flexibility and size.
The choice of wood for your magic wand
This is not a simple choice. In the Harry Potter universe, J.K. Rowling has been careful to ensure that each element used influences the life of a wizard.
For example, depending on your birthday, the effect of the chosen wood can be strong! If you want a super-powerful wand, follow this calendar:
- If you were born between December 24 and January 20: Birch
- From January 21 to February 17: Rowan
- From February 18 to March 17: Ash
- From March 18 to April 14: Alder
- From April 15 to May 12: Willow
- From May 13 to June 9: Hawthorn
- From June 10 to July 7: Oak
- From July 8 to August 4: Holly
- From August 5 to September 1: Hazel
- From September 2 to September 29: Vine
- From September 30 to October 27: Ivy
- From October 28 to November 24: Reed
- From November 25 to December 23: Elder
There are many different types of wood. Here is the complete list with their characteristics:
Gives a light brown wand.
Very often, Acacia wands choose very talented wizards because they are difficult to use.
Gives a light brown wand.
This very rigid wood is, in fact, made for wizards with a gentle temperament.
Gives a light brown wand.
Ideal for stubborn people. Ash wands are very faithful and only work in their owner's hands.
Charlie Weasley's wand is made of ash.
Gives a reddish-colored wand.
Cedar is ideal for very loyal people.
Horace Slughorn's wand is made of cedar!
Gives a reddish-colored wand.
Contrary to what poeple might think, cherry wood has a deadly power! It is therefore suitable for people with extraordinary mental strength!
In particular, Neville Longbottom has such a wand.
Gives a light brown wand.
Chestnut chopsticks are very changeable because they are greatly influenced by the character of their owner.
Peter Pettigrew had one.
Gives a light brown wand.
The wood of the brave and the daring.
Remus Lupin has a cypress wood wand!
Gives a light brown wand.
For wizards who love fun and exciting adventures!
Be careful, these wands refuse to cast spells if they are not formulated.
Gives a black wand.
For wizards who are true to their convictions and who are always themselves.
Percival Graves' wand is made of ebony.
Gives a black wand.
The most difficult wand to control, ideal for powerful wizards.
The Elder Wand is obviously known for being one of the three relics of death. Owned for a long time by Albus Dumbledore.
Gives a greenish-colored wand.
For enduring and determined wizards. Ideal for metamorphosis spells.
As you can imagine, Minerva McGonagall's wand is made of fir.
Gives a greyish-colored wand.
If you are of a conflicting nature, this wand is for you. Strangely enough, it excels in healing spells!
Draco Malfoy's wand is made of hawthorn.
Gives a light brown wand.
Perfect for wizards who can control their emotions, because the hazel tree is very susceptible to influence.
Professor Trelawney's wand is made of hazel.
Gives a light brown wand.
Suitable for wizards who often find themselves in dangerous situations, because holly is very protective.
Guess what? Harry Potter's wand is made of holly wood!
Gives a light brown wand.
Ideal for energetic people, but unfaithful if its owner becomes lazy.
Gives a reddish-colored wand.
Red oak is perfect for quick and lively wizards who love duels.
Gives a light brown wand.
For wizards with pure hearts and clear minds. Ideal for protection spells.
Gives a light brown wand.
For wizards who often surprise those who thought they knew them, and who have high goals.
Gives a dark brown wand.
Ideal for creative people, innovators and inventors.
Bellatrix Lestrange's wand is made of walnut.
The core of the wand
Once you have chosen the wood, you must define your core. You can choose between:
- Dragon Heartstring: powerful and easy to use, but can sometimes cause accidents.
- Unicorn Hair: for a very faithful wand without any unpleasant fluctuations.
- Phoenix Feather: for a wide range of magical abilities.
Size and flexibility
Last but not least, two important elements to consider for your wand to be unique: its size and flexibility.
Ideally, the size should be proportional to your own size, but long wands often correspond to wizards with strong personalities. The average is between 8.6 and 13.7 inches.
As for flexibility, it symbolizes above all the ability to adapt to change. The harder a wand is, the straighter you are in your boots — but that doesn't mean you're closed-minded, you're just full of conviction!
There you go — your new wand is complete!
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