Rictusempra

Spell Name: Tickling Charm

Incantation: Rictusempra

Pronunciation: /ˌrɪktəˈsɛmprə/ RIK-tə-SEM-prə

Spell Branch: Charms

Magical Discipline(s): Defensive

Appearance: Silver light.

Description: The subject experiences the sensation of being tickled

Taught in first or second year charms.

Regulations: Legal

Skill Level: Beginner

Etymology: "Rictusempra" is derived from the Latin "rictus", meaning "the expanse of an open mouth", and the Latin "semper", meaning "always". Overall, the incantation roughly means "always laughing".

References:

• First seen used by Harry on Draco in Chamber of Secrets, when they fought in the Duelling Club.

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