Brilliant Event: Burning Day

Burning Day was the name given to an event of the Calamity.

Part I (18-25 October, 2021)

Harry prioritises rescuing Penelope while Hermione searches for information that could expose the identity of The Unforgivable's leader. Return Foundables themed around Ron's fifth year at Hogwarts.

Brilliant Great Hall O.W.L. Exams

"I've interviewed every Ministry employee in the building. None of them recalled seeing anything unusual the day someone broke into Gareth Greengrass' office and stole the portrait Penelope Fawley had been sealed in."

— Harry Potter

"What are we going to do? Grim Fawley may be the only one who can end the Calamity and curb The Unforgivable's power. But he'll never risk cooperating with us while The Unforgivable are holding Penelope hostage."

— Constance Pickering

"We'll just have to step up our quest to find Penelope and her abductor. Any moment I'm not spending using the Calamity to restore Ron's memories of our fifth year, I'll use to look for clues or leads I may have overlooked."

— Harry Potter

"A tracking spell didn't reveal anything useful, but perhaps there's another spell that can shed some light on what happened the day Penelope went missing for the second time."

— Constance Pickering

"While you two focus on finding Penelope, I'm going to conduct an investigation of my own. I believe there's more we can glean from Gareth's journals."

— Hermione Granger

Images	Name	Description	Remarks
	Brilliant Fred Weasley Return To: Entrance Hall, Hogwarts Castle	Despite being a gifted wizard, Fred Weasley never showed much interest in academics. He instead used his magical talent to invent enchanted devices and joke products with his twin brother, George. Believing himself to have outgrown full-time education, Fred dropped out of Hogwarts during his seventh year to open a Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes store in Diagon Alley with George. He would also go on to join the Order of the Phoenix and died protecting his former schoolmates during the Battle of Hogwarts.	Harry Potter: "Hermione, is that a book on Occlumency? Are you training to become an Occlumens?" Hermione Granger: "If the leader of The Unforgivable truly is a Legilimens, as I strongly suspect they are given Gareth's observations about them, it's crucial we be able to protect our minds." Harry Potter: "Unfortunately that's one thing I've never been very good at. " Hermione Granger: "Which is why I'm afraid I have no choice but to Obliviate your memories of this discovery. Sorry, Harry, but we can't be too careful." — Discussion
	Brilliant George Weasley Return To: Entrance Hall, Hogwarts Castle	Though perhaps the quieter Weasley twin, George was no less of a prankster during his school years. He never took his schooling very seriously either. Rather than complete his seventh year, George departed Hogwarts with his brother Fred in favour of expanding their Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes business, much to their mother's chagrin. He also joined the Order of the Phoenix and fought valiantly during the Second Wizarding War.	Harry Potter: "I was surprised when Fred and George left Hogwarts. Not because it was a shock that they had decided to drop out, but because it took as long as it did. I couldn't help but think that their talents were being wasted at Hogwarts." Ronald Weasley: "It sure took Mum by surprise, though. I distinctly remember feeling grateful that I wasn't there when she got the news. Poor Mum. She wanted nothing more than for us to all join the Ministry. Instead she got two dropouts and another who gave up an impressive career as an Auror to sell joke products." Harry Potter: "But she came around when she saw how happy and successful you all... Wait a moment, you remember quitting the Auror Office to help George with the shop? How? Since when?" Ronald Weasley: "I'm not sure, I just suddenly... could. That's not the only memory of my adult life I can remember either. It's as though whatever has a hold on my memories is starting to lose its grip." — Discussion
	Broken Educational Decree Return To: Entrance Hall, Hogwarts Castle	Dolores Umbridge spearheaded the creation of educational decrees like this one during the 1995 to 1996 Hogwarts school year. They were supposedly issued to address what the Ministry considered to be slipping educational standards. In actuality, they were a means of stripping Albus Dumbledore of his authority as Headmaster and controlling what students were allowed to do and be taught.	"Gareth had a theory that, unbeknownst to the rest of The Unforgivable, someone secretly deposed "Theus", their pseudonymous leader. Then, in order to not raise suspicion, used Polyjuice Potion to take his place. If that's true, then it's possible a wizard may have been reported deceased or missing around the same time. That's why I went ahead and pulled Ministry records of all deaths and disappearances near the date Gareth first noticed the changes in "Theus". I won't lie, this is a long shot. There's a lot of paperwork to sort through and I can't even be certain that "Theus" is even British. But if there's a chance the real identity of "Theus" is buried in these files, it'd be a mistake not to pursue it." — Hermione Granger
	O.W.L. Exam Sheet Return To: Great Hall, Hogwarts Castle	Ordinary Wizarding Level exams, or O.W.L.s as they are often called, are designed to measure fifth year Hogwarts students' proficiency in a variety of magical subjects. A student's grade on these exams - which can range from ‘O’ for Outstanding to ‘T’ for Troll - determines whether they're allowed to move on in that subject. Most O.W.L.s consist of both a practical and written exam, such as this one. Because of their importance, many precautions are taken to prevent cheating, including the use of anti-cheating spells and anti-cheating quills.	Harry Potter: "Remember how terrified we were about O.W.L. exams? Little did we know they'd be one of the least of our worries." Hermione Granger: "Suffering under Umbridge and surviving a Death Eater ambush really puts things into perspective, doesn't it?" Ronald Weasley: "Speak for yourselves! I'd rather fight ten Death Eaters at the same time than retake those bloody exams." — Discussion
	Dragon Firework Return To: Entrance Hall, Hogwarts Castle	Fred and George Weasley created this brilliant dragon firework - among many others - for their Weasleys' Wildfire Whiz-bangs line of enchanted fireworks. Tired of then-Headmistress Dolores Umbridge's authoritarian leadership, the twins set their entire stock off inside the castle during their seventh year. This unleashed chaos that continued for hours. It's said that Fred and George received many orders for their fireworks after their display.	Constance Pickering: "I've tried every tracking spell and revelation charm I could find. None of them unearthed any clues from the day Penelope was taken." Harry Potter: "I haven't had any luck either. Even Memory Potions didn't dig up anything useful. There are hundreds of witches and wizards in this office. You'd think one of them would have noticed something suspicious, wouldn't you?" Constance Pickering: "I wonder how Hermione is faring. She's been rather secretive about this investigation of hers, hasn't she?" Harry Potter: "That's Hermione for you, always throwing herself into her research. You should have seen her during our Hogwarts days. She'd go an entire day without talking to us because she was so absorbed. If Hermione is hesitant to speak about what she's investigating, it's probably because she wants to keep her suspicions to herself until she's sure they have merit." — Discussion

"Ron told me you were up all night reading through mountains of documents and files. You've found a lead on The Unforgivable, haven't you?"

— Harry Potter

"Possibly. So far all I have is circumstantial evidence, but I may have an idea on how to prove or disprove my theory."

— Hermione Granger

"That's brilliant, Hermione! Constance and I haven't had much luck tracking Penelope down, why don't we give you a hand?"

— Harry Potter

"Thanks for the offer, Harry, but I think it's best that you and Constance stay the course, at least for now.
This discovery could have serious, wide-ranging implications. I don't want to point any fingers until I'm absolutely certain my fears are well-founded."

— Hermione Granger

Part II (1-5 November, 2021)

Brilliant Forbidden Forest II

"How goes your investigation, Hermione? Are you ready to share yet?"

— Harry Potter

"Unfortunately my theory didn't pan out. I'm afraid we've hit another dead end."

— Hermione Granger

"So what now? The witches and wizards Gareth Greengrass outed as members of The Unforgivable are still in hiding, there's no trace of who abducted Penelope for the second time, and now even Hermione is stumped."

— Constance Pickering

"I'm going to use the Calamity to reach out to Grim again. He can't stop the Calamity without putting Penelope at risk, but it might be possible to help each other get what we want while staying under The Unforgivable's radar."

— Hermione Granger

"You could sell joke products to Filch, Hermione. If anyone can convince Grim that working with us is in his and Penelope's best interests, it's you."

— Harry Potter

Images	Name	Description	Remarks
	Brilliant Grawp Return To: Forbidden Forest, Hogwarts Grounds	Grawp is the sixteen feet tall half-brother of Rubeus Hagrid and a full-blooded giant. Like his half-giant brother, Grawp was abandoned by his giantess mother, Fridwulfa, for his relatively short stature. Though initially aggressive, Hermione Granger notes that he has a gentle and compassionate side, which grew over time.	Hermione Granger: "Harry, have you noticed that Ron is starting to recall more than just his memories of our first five years at Hogwarts? After returning a Krum Foundable last surge, Ron suddenly remembered going to the 2014 Quidditch World Cup." Harry Potter: "Funny, I was about to ask you the same question. Returning a Foundable of George last wave made Ron remember becoming the co-manager of Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. Then today, a Grawp Foundable prompted Ron to recall introducing Rose to Hugo for the first time." Hermione Granger: "All of these memories seem to be tangentially connected to the original memory that spawned the Foundable. Watching Viktor at both the 1994 and 2014 Quidditch World Cups, Fred and George founding the joke shop and later bringing Ron on, Hagrid and Rose bonding with their siblings..." Harry Potter: "Up until now, only the shared memories we specifically manipulated the Calamity to steal would be returned to Ron. Could the Calamity's hold on Ron's memories be weakening?" Hermione Granger: "Gareth was the one who originally stole Ron's memories. Perhaps, with him gone, the magic is naturally dissipating. Either way, this is great news. Ron is one step closer to becoming whole again." — Discussion
	Brilliant Firenze Return To: Divination Tower, Hogwarts Castle	Firenze is a centaur from the Forbidden Forest. Unlike his kin, who are notorious for their isolationist attitudes, Firenze has always been more amicable to associating with humans. He rescued Harry Potter from an attack during the Gryffindor's first year and even went on to become Hogwarts' Divination professor. This latter act was seen as a betrayal by his herd, who banished him from the colony over it. He was, however, welcomed back after his honourable decision to fight during the Battle of Hogwarts.	Constance Pickering: "Harry's decided to issue rewards for information on the whereabouts of the witches and wizards Gareth identified as members of The Unforgivable. It's a good idea, but... Even if we do get these Dark witches and wizards off the streets, it's not like they'd be able to tell us anything about The Unforgivable without breaking their Unbreakable Vows. I'm trying to stay positive that we'll manage to stop the Calamity and The Unforgivable in the end. But it's hard not to feel discouraged after so many setbacks and dead ends, isn't it?" Hermione Granger: "Don't worry, Constance. The Unforgivable are clever, but they're not infallible. They will make a mistake eventually. Our job will be to keep diligent and be ready to capitalise on it when that time comes." — Discussion
	Brilliant Ron's Prefect Badge Return To: Gryffindor common room, Hogwarts Castle	Hogwarts prefects are selected in their fifth year by their Head of House and remain prefects until they leave the school. Two prefects, one male and one female, are chosen from each House. They are tasked with helping to enforce school rules and with mentoring younger students. Ron Weasley, much to his mother's delight, was named Gryffindor prefect in 1995, along with Hermione Granger. Though he was known to bend the rules, he still proudly wore this prefect badge.	Ron Weasley: "I remember the day we were both appointed Gryffindor prefects. You made sense; you always were a perfectionist. But, if I'm being honest, my badge probably should've gone to Harry." Harry Potter: "According to Harry, Dumbledore thought he already had enough on his plate. But I like to believe that Dumbledore wanted to teach you a little responsibility too." Ron Weasley: "Not sure how well that lesson took. Remember when I spent a week's pay trying to complete my Chocolate Frog Card collection?" Harry Potter: "Ron! I'm not sure whether to be upset that you wasted all that money or happy that another memory's returned." Ron Weasley: "Now I remember why I never planned to tell you that, too." — Discussion
	Brilliant Grawp's Bicycle Bell Return To: Forbidden Forest, Hogwarts Grounds	Grawp was known to collect discarded items and trinkets. Among these was a broken bicycle handle with a small bell mounted to it. The giant gave it to Hermione Granger as a token of affection.	Harry Potter: "I've been thinking. What if no one noticed anything unusual the day Penelope's portrait went missing because nothing unusual happened?" Constance Pickering: "As in, you don't think her portrait was really stolen?" Harry Potter: "No, I believe the person responsible was either a member of our team assigned to investigate Gareth's office or someone assuming the appearance of one." Constance Pickering: "That's certainly a possibility, isn't it? Particularly given The Unforgivable's history of using Polyjuice Potion." Harry Potter: "I'm going to go over my notes from my earlier interviews and compose a list of everyone who was seen entering Gareth's office around that time. I have a good feeling that will lead us to our culprit." — Discussion
	Brilliant Dolores Umbridge's Torn Cape Return To: Forbidden Forest, Hogwarts Grounds	During her brief tenure as Hogwarts Headmistress, Dolores Umbridge became convinced that Harry Potter and his friends, under the direction of Albus Dumbledore, were plotting against the Ministry. So when Hermione Granger told Umbridge they would show her a secret weapon they'd hidden in the Forbidden Forest, a lie the young witch thought up to save Harry from the Cruciatus Curse, Umbridge eagerly followed. Once there, Umbridge attacked a centaur and was attacked back in kind. The herd took her prisoner and dragged her further into the forest, leaving only this torn cape behind. She was later rescued by Dumbledore.	Hermione Granger: "I've managed to get in touch with Grim again via the Calamity. It took quite a lot of back and forth, but he's willing to consider cooperating with us." Constance Pickering: "Really? But Grim just told us last surge that The Unforgivable are holding Penelope hostage and that he won't risk doing anything that will put her in danger!" Hermione Granger: "Which is why he hasn't agreed to anything yet. So far Grim's only considering the idea of meeting to discuss how we can help each other." Constance Pickering: "You might meet Grim in person?! When? Where?" Hermione Granger: "I'm expecting a follow-up message from him any time now. If he agrees to meet, he said he'll include a time and location. If he turns us down, well... We'll have to go back to the drawing board, won't we?" — Discussion

Mysterious Note

Name	Remarks
1st piece	"Hermione, one of our volunteers recovered a piece of parchment with writing on it from that last Foundable." — Constance Pickering "This must be the response from Grim we've been expecting! Constance, tell the SOS Task Force to be on high alert for additional pieces. It's imperative we learn the contents of this note." — Hermione Granger "Hermione, are you absolutely certain that you've actually been talking to Grim? I'm worried this could be one of The Unforgivable's traps." — Constance Pickering "I'd be fooling myself if I said that wasn't a possibility. The author's handwriting, mannerisms, and delivery do match what we've come to expect from Grim, but that could theoretically be faked. Still, I've decided to go along with it. We may never end the Calamity if we don't earn Grim's trust and cooperation. For that, I'm willing to take the risk." — Hermione Granger
5nd piece	"Constance, look at this! Grim's agreed to meet with us." — Hermione Granger "He wants you to come alone? Isn't that a bit suspicious?" — Constance Pickering "Grim is essentially a wanted criminal on the run from both the Ministry and The Unforgivable. It's no surprise he's cautious." — Hermione Granger "I know I should be excited at the prospect of meeting Grim. After all, I have hundreds of questions I'd like to ask him. But I can't help but be concerned that you're walking into a trap..." — Constance Pickering "I appreciate your concern, Constance, but I can hold my own. I'd rather you focus your energy on finding the remaining pieces of the note. We need to know when and where Grim wants to meet." — Hermione Granger
Final piece	"I have good news and bad news, Hermione. The good news is we've found the last piece of Grim's note! The bad news is it appears to be written in code." — Constance Pickering "It looks like the same code Grim and Penelope used in their secret letters to each other. If that's true, I should be able to use the ones we have in our evidence cabinet to decrypt the meet-up location." — Hermione Granger "I had my doubts, but this does seem to support your belief that you've been communicating with the real Grim, doesn't it? Though that doesn't mean you should let your guard down. Grim's already proven that he's willing to do just about anything to get Penelope back. There's no telling what his intentions may be." — Constance Pickering "I suppose we'll know the truth about that - and much more, I suspect - soon enough, won't we?" — Hermione Granger

"I'm not sure why you asked me to go in your stead to the meeting with Grim, but it was good you did. It was an ambush. I managed to fend the attackers off, but only because I was on high alert. Grim must have set us up."

— Harry Potter

"He couldn't have, because Grim didn't write that letter. He never agreed to meet either; in fact, I was never in touch with him at all. I fabricated those letters and the meeting to expose Constance. I'm sorry about lying about my investigation, but with your frankly lacklustre Occlumency skills..."

— Hermione Granger

"Hold on a moment. You think Constance is involved with The Unforgivable? But that's not possible.. She wouldn't... Where is this coming from?"

— Harry Potter

"My suspicions started in earnest when I discovered that Constance's grandfather, Matthias Pickering, went missing around the time The Unforgivable's leader was secretly replaced. But it wasn't until Constance changed the location of the meeting place in my letter that I was certain.
I knew The Unforgivable wouldn't miss an opportunity to get their hands on Grim, so I went to the "real" meeting place disguised as him. Sure enough, Constance, using Polyjuice to assume my appearance, showed up to capture me. I managed to detain her, but there's no telling what she's capable of..."

— Hermione Granger

Appearances

• Harry Potter: Wizards Unite (First appearance)