Lupin transforms

[dfrankiswork at netscape.net]

No: HPFGUIDX 27639

Liz wrote:

> On to Werewolves (I do love Loony Loopy Lupin so)
> 
> <snipped> if he only transforms when he SEES (or is touched) by the 
moonlight, such 
> > that cloudiness is enough to block it, he wouldn't need to take 
> > Wolfsbane Potion [...] as he stayed indoors and hung blackout 
curtains on the 
> > windows. 
> 
> Weeell, there's the possibility (how many times have I used that 
word now? Must find a thesaurus) that he transforms whether he sees 
the moon or no, but having it in his sight/it's light touching him 
greatly escalates the emergence of the wolf. Somewhat like a 
catalyst...but I'm probably just making excuses :)
>

Welcome, Liz

Yes, I have imagined it working something like that.  Perhaps a 
cumulative buildup rather than a catalyst.

There is also the question of psychology.  Once Lupin *sees* the 
moon, his awareness of the impending transformation, and knowledge 
that it is irresistable (the moon is his boggart, after all) cause it 
to accelerate.  A bit like when you start falling ill at work, but 
don't realise it until you get home and try to relax.

David