Forum:Cameron Shepherd - Auror

Auror Admission Test Leave your responses in the provided bullets unless otherwise specified.

(Prerequisite Subjects at Hogwarts - DADA, Potions, Charms, Transfiguration, Herbology)

Name: Age: House/School:
 * Cameron Shepherd
 * 27
 * Wampus/Ilvermorny

Part One

1. Give a reason why you wish to be an Auror: 2. State two of your greatest relevant magical abilities: 3. What characteristics make you a better candidate than others? 4. What are your NEWT qualifications? '''5. If accepted, which subdivision are you most interested in and why? (Patrol Division, Intelligence Division, Hit Division)'''
 * Put simply, I live to protect people, and I genuinely enjoy my job.
 * While I'm not learned enough to work in a hospital, I did pass field medic training with flying colors early in my career, and I practice frequently to keep my skills sharp.
 * I have a strong grasp of magical theory, which may not seem too relevant, but understanding how and why spells work the way they do helps both with identifying and mastering spells.
 * You'd be hard-pressed to find a candidate more dedicated to this job than I am. It's true, my record isn't squeaky-clean, but I've been around the block a few times and have seized the opportunity to learn from my mistakes. I'm willing to put my life on the line for the greater good, and any risk I take is calculated to minimize collateral damage--I do not make my choices lightly.
 * O - DADA
 * O - Charms
 * O - Transfiguration
 * O - Magical Theory
 * EE - Potions
 * EE - Herbology
 * A - History of Magic
 * Hit Division - I have prior experience with Hit Division in the US, and from my understanding the division here functions much the same way.

Part Two

'''1. If you saw someone, under suspicion only of being a dark wizard, what would you do? Why would you do so?''' '''2. If you were on a mission for the Ministry to rescue a group of wizards taken captive, and could either save yourself or the captives, who would you save?  3. If you are dying in battle, what would you ensure before your demise?'''
 * Ultimately it depends on how dark a wizard they were suspected to be and if they were already wanted for questioning regarding a crime. If they're someone wanted for questioning, I would call for backup and, depending on the severity of the situation, either wait for backup before moving or take the initiative and engage the suspect. If not, I'd do a bit of concealed surveilance and make note of anything I find.
 * I would save the captives, of course.
 * If it's a battle I'm dying in, I'm taking as many with me as I can.

Part Three

Which of the following spells have you MASTERED (put them in bold):

- Full bodied Patronus

- Variety of curses and counter curses

- Ability to brew complex potions such as the Draught of Living Death - I can in a pinch, but I'm much better with simple potions.

- Cast a Protean charm

- Cast a Fidelius charm

- Cast a Bedazzling hex

- Knowledge of venomous plants

- Know how to clean ghost ectoplasm.

- Know the incantation to make objects disappear.

If applicable, list any relevant experience here (Must include: Time in position, Position Title, Ministry or organization the position was with.)
 * Ten years with the American Aurors, six of those with the Hit Division. Part of '33 and '34 spent on medical leave and then desk duty before transitionion back into active service.

If applicable, list any disciplinary actions from your previous positions (Must include: Disciplinary Action taken, infraction, brief description of any circumstances or other relevant commentary)
 * Suspended once for reckless self-endangerment.
 * Suspended twice for insubordination and reckless self-endangerment. If I see an opportunity, I'm going to take it. However, I do recognize that I should not do that in certain circumstances.

If applicable, list any criminal record not sealed here (Must include: crime, sentence, brief description of any circumstances or other relevant commentary) Note: a record does not automatically exclude you.
 * Arrested twice for bar fights, once in '29 and once in '34. No one involved was actually charged with anything.

Thank you for taking the test. Please await your owl, and if you are successful, Serena Langston will interview you.