Harry Potter

Posted in fabric on 08/23/2008 01:52 am by admin

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In Harry Potter what is the difference between Charms and Spells?

I decided to re-read the Harry Potter series this summer and I would like to know what is the real difference between a charm and a spell. I've noticed some spells do have counterspells while Charms usually don't. So does that mean Charms will simply wear off eventually? It's really confusing to me.

This is a good question. First and foremost, a charm is in the broad category of a spell.

Charms are spells that you place upon an object or occasionally a living thing. It will make the object, bigger, better, stronger, etc. For example, the Accio charm. You place the charm upon an object, and it will rise into the air, making it better for your personal uses and reasons. Another example is the bubble-head charm. You place the charm upon your head, and a bubble of air will appear around it, making yourself stronger than usual, seeing that you will then be able to breathe under water. Charms are positive things, and will not hurt the object or user. They are the opposite of a curse, who's job is to hurt, harm, or weaken things. Charms are good, so they don't need/have counter-spells.

Spells, on the other hand are just a term for any piece of magic, whether an incantation or silent. Spells change things by use of magic. Some examples are: Confundo, Accio, Lumos, Episkey, Patronum, etc. Charms are just a type of spell, just like hexes, jinxes, etc.

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