Gripping Charm

Gripping Charm
Type	Charm
Light	None
Effect	Made holding objects easier
Creator	Unknown (1875)

"With the discovery of Gripping Charms in 1875, however, straps and finger holes have become unnecessary, as the Chaser is able to keep a one-handed hold on the charmed leather without such aids."

— Description

The Gripping Charm (incantation unknown) was a charm that made a certain object easier to hold on to.

History

Discovered in 1875, the Gripping Charm revolutionised the design of the Quaffle, allowing Chasers to hold, throw and catch the ball with one hand easily, therefore eliminating the need for straps or finger holes.

During the 1989–1990 school year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Madam Rolanda Hooch taught her sixth-years how to cast this charm on their broomsticks in Flying class.

Known practitioners

Rolanda Hooch

Jacob's sibling

Appearances

• Quidditch Through the Ages (First mentioned)
• Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery (First appearance)