Cave Inimicum

From Absit Omen Lexicon

Spell Name: Localised Defence Charm

Incantation: Cave Inimicum

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːv ɨˈnɪmɨkəm/ KAH-vay i-NIM-i-kəm

Spell Branch: Charms

Magical Discipline(s): Defensive

Appearance: Haze effect.

Description: Spell used to strengthen an enclosure from enemies. Produces a boundary that keeps the caster hidden from view. Those who are on the other side of the shield are not be able to see, hear or if the spell is well cast, smell them.

Taught in sixth year charms at Hogwarts.

Regulations: Legal

Skill Level: Intermediate

Etymology: "Cave inimicum" is a Latin phrase meaning "beware of the enemy".

References: Shown only in Deathly Hallows, cast by Hermione and Harry Potter to strengthen their campsites' defences.

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