Log-Burning Spell
Spell Information
- Incantation: Unknown (The name is descriptive)
- Pronunciation: Not applicable
- Wand Movement: Unknown
- Light: Assumed to be red, orange, or yellow, consistent with fire
- Effect: Sets a log on fire
- Type: Charm
History and Known Uses
The Log-Burning Spell is not mentioned in the original seven Harry Potter novels and has no known uses within the primary canon. Its name and function are derived exclusively from supplementary materials. The spell's purpose is entirely practical and mundane: to light a fire. It is functionally similar to other fire-making spells like Incendio or the Bluebell Flames charm, but is specifically designated for lighting logs. The flavor text on its trading card suggests it is “Useful on a cold winter's night”, reinforcing its role as a simple, domestic magic.
Learning and Counter-Spells
The difficulty of learning this spell is unknown. However, given its simple and specific effect, it is likely a basic charm that could be mastered by young students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. A standard Water-Making Spell, such as Aguamenti, or a general Extinguishing Charm would presumably be effective counters.
Etymology
The name “Log-Burning Spell” is purely descriptive English, directly stating the spell's effect. It does not have a known Latin-based incantation that can be analyzed.
Behind the Scenes
The Log-Burning Spell is an invention for the Harry Potter Trading Card Game, originally published by Wizards of the Coast. In the game, it is a Spell card that allows the player to take two Fire Energy cards from their discard pile and put them into their hand. (Harry Potter Trading Card Game)
