Luke Baxter

Lucas Baxter

Wand: Elm, Dragon Heartstring, 11 1/4 inches

Wand Wood Description: The unfounded belief that only purebloods can produce magic from elm wands was undoubtedly started by some ignorant elm wand owner seeking to prove his own blood status for this wand has been matched with Muggle-borns as well. The truth is that elm wands prefer owners with a bold presence, magical dexterity and a certain air of dignity. Of all wand woods, elm produces the fewest accidents and produces the most elegant charms and spells; these are sophisticated wands, capable of highly advanced magic in the right hands.

Appearance: Short, dark hair, medium skin tone, and deep ocean blue eyes. He is physically fit and has strong arms, but his build is not stocky. He wears dark clothes in the daytime for his job, but casual attire outside of his working hours. Doesn't enjoy dressing up in suits, although his parents insist on it when visiting. There is a definite family resemblance between the Baxter men of the family, handsome with strong bone structure and thick hair. He doesn't like his ears much as they are slightly pointed and close to his head.

Personality: Luke is reserved and thoughtful, but is holding a lot back. If open, he is passionate and has many stories to tell. He is good at keeping secrets, although doesn't enjoy it. Comes to life when he learns about something that can be useful, but isn't used to people being interested in him. He can be strong minded and has quite strong opinions although doesn't reject the opinions of others. Luke has a tendency to be controlling, after years of making every decision for himself.

Favorite Subjects: Muggle Studies, and Potions

Least Favorite Subjects: History of Magic

What He/She Loves: Deep conversations, animals, traveling, and savoury food

What He/She Hates: Snobs, secrets (even though he keeps them), really sweet food, centaurs.

History: Lucas was raised in a successful family, to a witch Mother named Agnes, and a muggle born Father named Leonard. His parents were distinguished and respected, Leonard being the heir of a muggle business his Father had created. As Lucas (preferring to be called Luke) and his brother grew up, they were taught that appearances are everything, and people who look the part - get the part.

At Hogwarts, Luke was sorted into Slytherin and thrived quietly there. He never had the most friends, or stood out in any way, but he came into his own and became very independent. His Father never pushed him to join the family business, but did with Henry, his brother. Luke didn't care, interested in travel and cultural experiences rather than pointless information and social events.

After school, he took three years out to go travelling, visiting various countries and earning just enough money to survive on the way. His parents didn't approve, but hadn't ever had much control over him. When he returned his brother was working abroad expanding the company for his Father, leaving Henry's wife, Poppy, alone with their son and daughter. Luke stayed with them for a few months, and fell madly in love with Poppy. His entire world centred around her, all the while knowing he couldn't have her. Eventually Poppy found out when he kissed her unexpectedly. She asked Luke to leave the house, but swore she wouldn't tell his brother.

He took a job at Gringotts as a guard and has worked there for five years. Despite now being over Poppy, he hasn't let anyone get close to him since.

Parents: Leonard and Agnes Baxter

Siblings: Henry Baxter

Special Magical Abilites: Has a basic knowledge of foreign magic from various countries

Favorite Spell: Protego