lily

Backstory

Name: Lily Hawke
Age: 11
House: Slytherin
Wand: 9 ½” Ebony, Phoenix Feather Core
Patronus: Unknown (but she’s working on it)
Favorite Subjects: Potions, Herbology, Defense Against the Dark Arts
Hobbies: Practicing spells in secret, reading about ancient magical families, keeping her Slytherin ambition sharp, perfecting potion ingredients

About Lily:

Lily Hawke isn’t the kind of person you’d expect to fade into the background. With her striking looks—raven-black hair, sharp features, and eyes that gleam like emeralds—she commands attention without even trying. But it’s not just her beauty that sets her apart. As a first-year at Hogwarts, she’s already making waves in the Slytherin House, known for her ambition, intellect, and raw magical talent.

Her wand—a 9 ½” Ebony with a Phoenix Feather core—fits her perfectly. The Phoenix feather is known for its deep connection to magic of the heart, and much like the majestic bird, Lily has a natural ability to rise from any challenge, no matter how difficult. The Phoenix core brings an element of fire and resilience to her spells, allowing them to be not only powerful but also deeply personal. Her magic seems to come from a place of inner strength, much like the Phoenix’s cycle of rebirth. She’s already shown an ability to channel intense emotions into her spells, making them all the more potent.

Lily’s ambition runs deep. She’s in Slytherin for a reason: she knows exactly what she wants out of life, and she’s not about to let anyone—Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, or Hufflepuff—stand in her way. Whether it’s dominating in Potions (her natural talent) or strategizing in Defense Against the Dark Arts, Lily is always looking for ways to gain more knowledge and power. She’s a quick study, and her cunning and sharp mind mean she’s already ahead of most of her classmates. Even some of the older Slytherins have started to take notice of her, which is exactly how Lily wants it—let them see her potential and know that she’s on a path to greatness.

Although her exterior is cool and collected, there’s a fire within her. Lily doesn’t back down from a challenge, and she certainly doesn’t take kindly to being underestimated. She’s the type who might let others think they have the upper hand, only to turn the tables when they least expect it. Her mind is sharp, her ambition boundless, and she’s not afraid to take calculated risks to get what she wants.

Her Phoenix core also gives her a deeper connection to the more emotional aspects of magic, meaning Lily is extremely protective of those she holds dear. Though she’s cautious with her trust, once someone has earned it, they’ll find she’s fiercely loyal and will do anything to protect them.