[quote=Doctor Belasco]If in doubt, assume the Russian stance on gay people. Technically we don't have a [i]problem[/i] and you're still an [i]equal member of society[/i], we just don't want you [i]near our kids[/i]. Essentially an unfriendly barely-tolerance but without active persecution.[/quote]

Let's hope Eoghan can pass for either a very short Pureblood or an abnormally tall Leprechaun (which probably isn't that much of an upgrade). :newlol

[quote=Doctor Belasco]The only real effect I guess it will have on Eoghan is Johann's reaction, and I wouldn't assume they're going to be the closest of friends; I expect Johann will basically think he's a bit of a waste of (admittedly not much) space and generally ignore him/try to make sure he doesn't end up with anything important to do.[/quote]

Oh, don't be so sure, give Johann a few weeks/months with the group and Eoghan'll have him singing Irish Pub Songs and river-dancing, and I'm sure if Johann stays put in his conservative worldview, the look on his face when Eoghan does some [s]insane Quidditch thing like Harry in the first book/film[/s] extraordinary feat will be all the more amusing to the shortest member of our party.

[quote=Doctor Belasco]I'm just going to give him a little bit of oomph. He's coming back. :)It's kind of my intention to push him steadily toward the slippery slope of the dark arts, but trying to make him as un-cliché as possible if he should ever approach 'villain' territory.[/quote]

Well, you've certainly piqued my curiosity with how you intend to write that up. I'm sure James' coming into the acquaintance with Johann will bring some light to that subject.