Post by Diagon Alley Shopkeeper on Jun 8, 2013 2:53:20 GMT -6
Ollivander's is part of the NTGP experience that makes it a bit different than others. It allows us a way to make sure people not only get a wand that matches their character, but so that the wands are realistic. Not to mention, it's a nice way to get to know our new members!
What do I do?
You start a thread as if you're entering the shop for the very first time. The shop is still much the same as it is described/shown in the book/movie so make your first post with that mental image in mind. Ollivander(this account) will join you shortly and lead the way from there.
If you're here for the first time, but your character isn't a first year, just pretend it's before your first year. Think of it as having a flashback.
((If you're an adult you're also welcome to just send an owl to Anna telling her you need a wand.))
***One thing you should keep in mind is that we roleplay this as if Garrick Ollivander(the Ollivander you know from the books), is no longer running the shop. His son, who is unnamed but also goes by Ollivander, has taken over the family business and will be the wandmaker you roleplay with. He's in his 60's and probably still looks like his father though so not a huge change.***
How are wands chosen?
Based on your character's profile, favorite classes, and sometimes even your Sorting Hat quiz, we come up with wands that we feel best fit. While we offer choices, you choose which one you want. Same as the book, your character will try wands until they find one. If you like a wand, you make something good happen. If you don't like it, you make something bad happen.
We offer more types of wood and cores than what you might be accustomed to. This is with the belief that wandmaking probably would have advanced and that the younger Ollivander has been more adventurous about trying new types.
If you have any questions or concerns you are welcome to contact Anna or Kreesta, or even ask in the cbox.