As we all know, there are four positions in the sport of Quidditch, which are the batsman, chaser, seeker and goalkeeper; There are three types of ball equipment involved in this sport, namely the Quaffle, Bludger and the Golden Snitch.

Most of these equipment, including bats, are not expensive, with the exception of the Golden Snitch.

Originally, it was not this slightly expensive alchemy product that was used in Quidditch matches, but a magical bird creature called "Flying Gold".

According to Kenyworth Wheat's Quidditch Origins, this rule was first introduced in 1269 by Barbero Breg, then Speaker of the Council of Wizards. He put a Golden Flying Man in the middle of the pitch and offered a 150 Galleon bounty to the player who caught it.

Since then, what should have been a temporary rule for Mr. Breg has gradually become a habit. But the worst thing is that because this small bird itself is quite fragile, it is very easy to be pinched and flattened when caught.

However, due to the popularity of the scene of the hunt for the Flying Man on the pitch, fans were reluctant to see this brutal and brutal act come to an end.

As a result, as Quidditch events became more popular, the number of Flying Heroes dropped dramatically, and they were even listed as a threatened species. And, around the middle of the 14th century, when the Council of Wizards declared them a protected species, the poor Wings finally escaped being pinched by the people.

However, everyone liked this rule so much that Quidditch couldn't afford to lose such eye-catching content.

While everyone was looking for the next bird to replace the Flying King, a metalsmith named Bowman Wright stepped forward.

Hailing from Godric's Hollow, he is a half-blood wizard with a love of magic, craft, and sports. With the help of his own metal craftsmanship and alchemy, he created a winged metal ball to replace the Golden Flying Man.

Thus, the Golden Snitch was born, and Mr. Bowman Wright appeared on the Chocolate Frog's wizard card, known to every generation of young wizards.

In fact, the Golden Snitch that was first invented at that time was not as expensive as it is now, but simply a small ball that could fly. But later, with the improvement again and again, the Golden Snitch added a lot of new features, and the cost became higher and higher.

Among those new features, what makes it a money-burning weapon is the "physical memory" ability.

This ability to be permanently held on top allows him to remember the first person to touch it with his skin, in order to prevent unnecessary controversy in the judging of the event. They are never directly touched until each match is cast, and even the maker must wear gloves to work.

It's this trait that makes Quidditch items like the Golden Snitch a goddamn consumable in a way!

In fact, every Seeker can buy a Golden Snitch for regular practice, but they can't be used to play. Because on the field, it will be easier for players who have touched it to catch them.

Even if this increase in probability is not high, it will seriously affect the fairness of the event.

Of course, Harry also has a golden snitch for practice, after all, he has two local rich fathers, even second-hand golden snitch is not cheap, but this rich second generation did not hesitate to buy a new one in the Quidditch boutique in Diagon Alley.

However, he had the money, but the Weasleys didn't have the spare money to buy a new Golden Snitch to play with.

“…… There is no place for a Seeker in this little game today, Fred and George will be the goalkeeper, and Harry will be a chaser with your old teammates! Maca hovered among the big guys on his Comet 260 and said loudly, "On our side, Ginny - be your chaser, our team's score will depend on you today!" ”

"Okay!"

Ginny was riding a light wheel 2000 to fly beside Maca at this moment, but she saw her long hair tied up in protective gear, which was really quite heroic.

"Ron, the task of guarding the door is up to you," Maca turned around and said with a smile, "There are only two knockers in a three-person game, which is definitely a lot easier than the full rules, but there is still a distance in the middle." Be careful, don't let Ginny's efforts go to waste. ”

"Oh-" Ron tightened the helmet on his head, nervously, "got it...... I think I will. Well...... Probably? ”

"Hehe, you can do it yourself!" Maca smiled, then turned back and said, "The number of Bludgers is still two, Ginny and Harry, you have to be careful!" They're not going to be polite today, and even without the batsmen they're going to be hitting more often than usual, especially Harry - watch out for my big stick. ”

As he spoke, he shook the bats in his hand and then shouted, "Everyone's in place!" The Quaffle was tossed by Luna, and the two chasers prepared it-"

Before the words fell, Fred on the other side suddenly turned over, stopped firmly between the two knockers on their side, and slapped the gloved palm vigorously, revealing an energetic expression.

The twins have been playing Quidditch for many years, and with their tall stature, they are indeed a strong pair. And Harry is the current ace Seeker of the Gryffindor team, and after a long time of practice, there is naturally nothing to say about his skills.

It can be said that today's "little Gryffindor team" must have a big enough advantage over Maca's side.

And the "novice team" on Ginny and Ron's side, even if Maca, who was known as the "Slashing Maniac", is in charge, the balance of victory is still very likely to tilt in favor of Harry and the twins.

After all, Quidditch is a team sport.

It was Ginny the chaser who scored the goal, and it was the goalkeeper Ron who kept the knocker to prevent the score, and Maca, the batsman, did not have the direct means to influence the final score.

"Luna!" Seeing that everyone had stopped in their positions, and that Harry and Ginny were waiting in the middle of the orchard, Maca gestured.

"Oh-ready!"

Luna seemed to have just come to her senses, and she kicked the ball box in the same way that Mrs. Hodge had started the game. The lid of the box clicked open, and the belt that bound the Bludgers came loose as soon as she pulled them, and the two Bludgers immediately rushed into the air.

Only then did she slowly pick up the red Quaffle and toss it between Harry and Ginny.

It has to be said that Luna is not a good opening referee, because her ball is obviously thrown crooked. Under everyone's dull gaze, the ghost flying ball crossed an arc and flew towards the nearby orchard.

Maca beckoned with a smile, and the Quaffle flew back again, quickly stopping above Ginny and Harry's heads, and then falling abruptly.

“…… Go, go! Luna added duly.

At the very moment when the "start" sounded, Harry's firebolt moved first! The strong instantaneous acceleration made him swiftly rush to a high place. However, it can be seen that in the face of Ginny, who is competing with him, he has not yet used his full strength.

On the other hand, Ginny was actually just one step behind Harry.

The speed of the light wheel 2000 was also not to be underestimated, and I saw a wind howling by, and it carried Ginny towards the ghost flying ball as well. The long fiery red hair tied back of her head swayed gently in the wind, like a bright flame.

The two staggered past each other next to the Quaffle, and Harry grabbed the first round of possession without any suspense, and immediately rushed towards the half of the "rookie squad".

Undeterred, Ginny couldn't get the ball, and while trying to raise the broom handle, she spun beautifully in the air and charged Harry again.

Maca could see it clearly, and he couldn't help but nod when he saw this.

The first requirement for chasers is agility, so in general, there are usually more female players. And Ginny did play to her strengths, and the turn can be said to be quite fast.

After all, today's small game is Ginny and Ron against the current academy team players, and Maca, the person in charge of balancing strength, naturally has to take a good measure.

Originally stopped in the second half, he slammed up and swung his bat before the Bludger could pass over his head, pumping it hard towards the spot in front of Harry. It's just that I don't know why, he paused when he hit the ball, as if he was looking for a certain angle.

Batsmen need to calculate the advance frequently, and although there are many players who are better at relying on intuition and habit, it may be necessary to get back to accuracy.

With Maca's blow, the Bludger suddenly turned into a rapid straight line, and it intercepted Harry's flight path with great momentum. If he doesn't make an evasive move, it will be too late!

But the past few years of training with the Gryffindor team have not been in vain, Harry suddenly held the ball and rolled sideways, and the Bludger was accurately dodged by him.

But the Bludger's mission isn't over yet!

I saw it pass past Harry at high speed, and it was supposed to be useless if it was dodged, but at this moment, George, the batsman who was following closely behind and was responsible for protecting Harry, happened to fill in its flight path.

Due to Harry's blocking, George was unable to confirm the exact location of the Bludger in the first place. And when he found out, he was very close to the ball!

Years of training and competition helped him a lot, but he was seen to do a "counter-baldler" technical move like a conditioned reflex, and barely blocked it with a sideways backhand.

Even so, this clever Bludger raid really scared him.