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It has come to the Ministry's, and therefore my, attention that Hogwarts is in need of some... Assistance. Given the Headmaster's unfortunate inability to keep things under control at camp and even now under his very own roof, the Ministry has seen fit to appoint me High Inquisitor.

I can assure you that this is a very good thing, despite what you may be thinking and on behalf of the Ministry I would like to formally apologize for the events at camp. It is unfortunate that his carelessness would result in such an unfortunate occurrence. I can assure you that while I'm here, none of you will get so out of control.

You may have heard that it was dark magic responsible, but I can promise you that this was a lie made up only to justify a few rowdy teenagers. This will not be tolerated while I'm here, believe me. Everyone's safety is of my utmost concern, and it's up to me to prune the thorny hedges and keep everything nice and orderly.

With that said, I do not tolerate disobedience of any kind, and if I catch any kind of behaviour like what was displayed at camp, the consequences will be severe. This is the only warning I am going to give anyone. I fully expect to get along with every student here, however, so do not let my faith go unrewarded.

Finally, along with my position as High Inquisitor, I have also been appointed Herbology Professor. But considering the importance of the position, it would be best for you to refer to me as Inquisitor Snow rather than Professor.

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But he doesn't know what he's talking about! How can we just let him sit there and say these horrible things when that's not how it happened?

You think I don't take offense to the fact that he thinks I'm lying?
Let the older people handle it, Strider. We have less to lose by it. He could go so far as to expell you or he could bring your family into question.
Trust me, it's easier to stay quiet sometimes.

Then what are you going to do, in all honesty? Nothing. No one is going to do anything and this is bullshit and not fair.
Why is he even being allowed a position when the basis for it is a complete lie?
It's too hard to stay quiet, especially knowing who this could affect. Like. Okay I would hate for something to happen to Dave and Uncle Dirk but this isn't fair at all to people like Tavros and Vriska.

Of course it isn't fair. The ministry doesn't make actions based on logic or fairness, it's all a power balance. Not to seem dismissive, but even talking about it here is risky.

If you would like to discuss it in person, my office is open and probably will be for some time.

_{[There's a long moment before he responds.]}

Can I come see you now?

Certainly. Whenever you're ready.

_{[Give Dirk about ten minutes to collect himself and calm down enough to actually leave the common room. Another ten is spent navigating the castle to finally get to Murdoc's office.

There's a soft tap on the door before he just goes ahead and opens it.]}

[Murdoc spent that entire twenty minutes running damage control over the journals. He underestimated the situation when he snapped at Snow, but now he's realised the gravity of the situation.

Honestly, he's probably just as shaken up as Dirk right now, so there's some obvious apprehension in his voice when he calls out.]

Come in-- Ah, Strider. Why don't you take a seat?

_{[Dirk sits down, twisting his hands nervously. He's still upset, but now he's kind of worried that Murdoc is mad at him too. He doesn't care about Snow, it's mostly knowing.... Dave got in trouble for him.]}

Are you mad at me?

[That earns him a raised eyebrow. He's going to close his journal now, it's giving him stress he doesn't need.]

Mad? Certainly not. Concerned? Very much so. I don't think you quite understand the threat our esteemed High Inquisitor poses, Strider.

And what threat is that? All I saw was him rambling about complete lies. It all just seems like an intimidation tactic and if you let it work, he wins.

_{[He's underestimating everything.]}

...Do you know much about the Ministry of Magic, Strider?

_{[He doesn't, and that's a bit embarrassing to admit.]}

The Minister of Magic is like the Prime Minister.

The who-what?

[He waves him off.] I think you should consider taking political studies.

The most important thing to understand is that the ministry has control of the entire wizarding world. From interactions with muggles to our education systems. There are inquiries on occasion, in regards to suspicious behaviour, though sometimes the behaviour is less suspicion of danger toward magical folk and more a danger toward the power of the system.

As such, the Inquisitors will sniff out what they see as a potential threat to power and will, essentially, stamp it out. Rebellion is of course, an option, but it is best done in silence. Another important thing to note is that the more unruly students act, the more incompetent the staff here appear. If you continue to back talk he may begin takin' it out on myself or even your uncle. Do you understand?

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I understand.

I just don't understand how there can be an institution like this in modern society. But I guess wizards are still backwards and don't know much about democracy. Shouldn't there be more of a balance of power? Who even decides whom is put into a position of power? When do their terms end?

These Inquisitors sound more or less like... any form of secret police, whether KGB, Stasi, or Gestapo. It shouldn't even be a thing. Obviously if something like this is required, there's something fundamentally wrong with the system and it should be changed.

It's 2012. Tyranny shouldn't be a thing. In Europe, at least. Because other places are still trying to democratize, so they can't exactly be held to the same standard. _{[He huffs. Just talking about all of this is enough to get him worked up again. On an unrelated note, he wishes he was able to bring his Nook so he could read more on these topics. He also doesn't realise that a normal kid wouldn't have ever gone out of their way to study things in more detail outside of school.]}

I just don't like the idea of sitting back and doing nothing. I can't stand it. But... I don't want to get anyone else in trouble.

You're absolutely right, Strider. What a stunnin' revelation! Shall I write a letter to the Minister an' tell him that? I'm sure he's never heard it before.

[Okay. That was kind of snarky, but he's a little prickly right now.]

I don't know half of the words you're spoutin', but I'm goin' to assume they're muggle terms. I can't begin to make an informed comparison of the wizardin' world and the muggle world, but you need to remember the key difference, magic.

Magic is the wild card here. It's not a force one can easily control, but you cannot allow it to run rampant. The logic behind the ministry is all there, but where there's a higher power there will always be a few people-- like Snow-- tryin' to abuse it.

I may have been too brash with my description of the ministry, I didn't mean to dismiss it as entirely useless, it's a necessary evil in the wrong hands. However, the higher forces are to be trusted. I have faith that it's not an absolutely lost cause so long as the majority of us remain protected.

You would do well to keep your head down, Strider. Or you'll find yourself with worse consequences than a bruised ego.

_{[If Dirk had it in him to allow himself to dramatically flop onto the floor, he would.]}

If people are going to abuse it, why are they allowed to be in that position? It sends the wrong message. This just---

I don't like this.

_{[He's too frustrated to be able to speak properly.]}

Do you mean to say that nobody in the muggle order of power is corrupt?

Nobody likes it, but the more you protest the more trouble you'll find yourself in. Like quicksand without a wand.

Well. No. They are too. And that also bothers me.

What does quicksand have to do with a wand? A rope would be better so you could pull---you could probably keep the sand from moving with a wand, huh?

_[Dumb.]

It's a bother, but what can you do? As long as nobody gets hurt I'd consider it a job well done.

[Pause.] Though I will agree to the fact that he is terribly offputting, we can't point fingers until he actually does something. [And then he finds out that he threatened to deport his Sybille. No big.]

Somethin' like that, yes. How could you not realise that? [Someone doesn't understand muggleborns.]

I guess so. It bothers me there isn't a perfect system, though.

That might be one of the harder parts though. What if we have to said for years?

_{[He pauses.]} I'm not used to having a wand to do things for me. And because everyone knows that unless there's someone nearby to help or if you can get a good grip on a vine, you can't escape quicksand and you'll die.

Nothin' is perfect. Humans are the epitome of imperfection.

If we can all behave ourselves, he'll have nothin' to investigate and will probably be placed somewhere else.

I suppose that's why you're at school, then.

That is true. I guess I'll have to try to be good. _{[Easier said than done.]}

No way. Clearly the reason I'm in school is 'cause I know everything already. _{[Blatant sarcasm, but he at least isn't being serious.]}

You needn't be rude when I'm only tryin' to help you. [He sniffs indignantly.]

Well, you can't expect me to know everything yet.

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