NOVEL NEXT Chapter 12: Chapter-12
The Daily Prophet
August 12th, 1945
By Martha Clearwell
Grindelwald Reemerges After Five Months of Absence: More Ruthless, More Horrifying
After a mysterious five-month absence, Gellert Grindelwald has reemerged on the world stage with a vengeance. Reports from across Europe confirm that his latest actions are marked by an increased brutality and ruthlessness, leaving devastation in his wake. Grindelwald, now more terrifying than ever, appears to have unleashed a new wave of dark magic that has sent shockwaves through both the magical and Muggle worlds. As fear grips the wizarding community, the need to confront this rising tide of evil has never been more urgent.
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The Daily Prophet
September 3rd, 1945
By Phineas Quickquill
Grindelwald Descends into Madness: Magic Lashes Out on Friend and Foe Alike
In a disturbing turn of events, sources close to the Dark wizard reveal that Grindelwald's mental state is rapidly deteriorating. Many from within his ranks have gone missing as its being speculated that people close to him are distancing themselves or outright leaving his cause. Eyewitness accounts from his most recent attacks suggest that Grindelwald's magic has become wildly unpredictable, lashing out not only at his enemies but also at his own followers. Once a figure of calculated malice, Grindelwald now appears to be spiraling into madness, his power becoming increasingly dangerous and uncontrollable. The wizarding world watches in horror as the once-formidable leader crumbles into chaos.
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The Daily Prophet
September 10th, 1945
By Lydia Hawksworth
Wizarding World Awareness: Dumbledore Enters the War as Muggle War Reaches Its Climax
As the Muggle world faces the final throes of World War II, the wizarding community is coming to a stark realization: Grindelwald must be stopped at all costs. Albus Dumbledore, long regarded as one of the greatest wizards of our time, has finally stepped into the fray. Dumbledore's decision to join the war marks a turning point in the battle against Grindelwald, bringing renewed hope to a world desperate for peace. With the fate of both worlds hanging in the balance, all eyes are on Dumbledore as he prepares to face his old adversary.
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The Daily Prophet
September 25th, 1945
By Elara Silverquill
Mysterious Deaths Plague Grindelwald's Inner Circle
In a series of baffling developments, members of Grindelwald's top inner circle have been found dead and many missing under mysterious circumstances. Over the past few weeks, key figures in his dark regime have fallen one by one, their deaths leaving the wizarding world both relieved and alarmed. While the cause of these deaths remains unknown, many speculate that a hidden force is working against Grindelwald from within, systematically dismantling his power base. As the Dark wizard's hold on Europe begins to weaken, whispers of betrayal and dark magic fill the air.
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The Daily Prophet
March 31st, 1946
By Barnaby Fleetwood
Duel of the Century: Dumbledore Defeats Grindelwald; The Dark Wizard Imprisoned in Nurmengard
In a historic battle that will be remembered for generations, Albus Dumbledore has finally defeated Gellert Grindelwald in what many are calling the "Duel of the Century." The epic confrontation, which took place in the Nurmengard castle, ended with Grindelwald's capture and his subsequent imprisonment in his own fortress, Nurmengard. Dumbledore's victory has not only solidified his reputation as the most powerful and respected wizard of his time but has also brought a long-awaited sense of relief to a world that has suffered under Grindelwald's reign of terror.
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The Daily Prophet
April 10th, 1946
By Millicent Bramble
Mysterious Deaths of Captured Grindelwald Followers: Dumbledore's Victory Shrouded in Dark Occurrences
In a chilling development following Grindelwald's defeat, the captured followers of the Dark wizard have been found dead in their cells under mysterious circumstances. The deaths, which have occurred in rapid succession, have left the wizarding community in shock and raised unsettling questions about the dark forces still at play. While Dumbledore's victory has been hailed as a turning point, these strange occurrences serve as a grim reminder that the shadow of Grindelwald's influence may linger for some time. The wizarding world remains on edge as it grapples with the aftermath of this dark chapter in history.
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Winterfell, Deep Within the Castle
April 20th, 1946
Benjamin Romanov stood in the heart of Winterfell, deep in the castle's hidden chamber. Before him, a glass-like dome encased Aryan Stark, lying in a deep, enchanted sleep. Benjamin's gaze was heavy with the weight of his thoughts, the burden of a North that had crumbled around him.
"Aryan," he whispered, placing a hand on the cold surface, "You are all that remains of House Stark. Our enemies think they've won, that the North is broken. But they don't understand—we are waiting. I am waiting. For you to wake, to lead us again."
He paused, his voice thick with emotion. "Revenge will come, but not yet. We must wait until you are ready. The North will rise, and the world will remember the name Stark."
He turned away, leaving the silent room. The dome shimmered in the torchlight, a beacon of hope in the darkness, as Benjamin silently vowed to protect Aryan until the North could rise once more.
(AN: by revenge he means Grindelwald still being alive)
Moments after Benjamin's departure, a subtle movement stirred at Aryan's waist. The mysterious cubes attached to his belt began to shift, liquefying and flowing like molten metal. They moved with an unsettling precision, crawling along Aryan's body like a living symbiote.
A series of metallic whispers filled the chamber:
"Recalibrating... Adapting to language... Searching for a host... Possible match found... Binding to the host..."
The liquid metal merged seamlessly with Aryan's skin, vanishing beneath the surface as though absorbed. A final, chilling whisper echoed in the still air:
"Entering metamorphosis... Changing the host's body to adapt... Body entering stasis... ETA until host wakes up: 12 years."
The cubes settled into silence once more, the chamber returning to its vigilant quiet. Aryan Stark lay undisturbed, the only sign of the strange process a faint, almost imperceptible glimmer beneath his skin.
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A.N: let it be clear that this is not going to be a system fic.
if you have any suggestions or criticism feel free to comment them.