Lesson Three

Lesson Three

Demiguise and Griffin

Demiguise

Ministry of Magic Classification XXXX


The Demiguise is a peaceful, herbivorous creature that can make itself invisible. It is found in the Far East, but only wizards and witches trained in their capture can even see them. It resembles an ape with large, black eyes and long, silky hair. Demiguise pelts are highly sought after as the hair can be woven into Invisibility cloaks.Cloaks made from their hair eventually turn opaque, losing their invisibility effects as time passes.
The Demiguise's ability to make itself invisible is used to symbolise the number zero, in the runic alphabet.

Griffin

Ministry of Magic Classification XXXX

The Griffin originated in Greece. It has the front legs, wings and head of a giant eagle, and the body and hind legs, and tail of a lion. The main diet of the Griffin is raw meat. Griffins are often used by wizards as guards, and are known as fierce creatures. However, despite this, skilled Wizards have been able to befriend them. Like Sphinxes, Griffins are used by Wizards who need treasure guarding.
Over the centuries the Griffin - as with other mythological creatures - has taken many shapes. The griffin has served many purposes, including but not limited to "the vigilant guardian of treasure and of kings." They have been called "The Hounds of Zeus".
Hippogriffs are born from the breeding of Griffins and horses.
The Hogwarts Headmaster's office door has a knocker in the shape of a Griffin.

Lesson Three Homework:Write an essay on the Griffin.