Wizarding Equipment

In the wizarding world, equipment refers to the vast array of tools, supplies, clothing, and devices used by witches and wizards in their daily lives. This encompasses everything from essential educational materials for students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to specialized gear for professional careers and items for recreation and transportation. Equipment can be entirely magical in nature, enchanted for a specific purpose, or simply mundane items used in a magical context.

Students attending Hogwarts are required to purchase a specific list of equipment, which is updated each year. The list for first-year students provides a foundational overview of standard educational equipment.

• Core Magical Implements:
  • Wand: The most essential tool for any witch or wizard, used to channel magic.
  • Cauldron: A standard pewter cauldron (size 2) is required for Potions class.
  • Scales: A set of brass scales is used for weighing potion ingredients.
  • Phials: Glass or crystal phials are used for storing potions.
  • Telescope: A telescope is required for Astronomy.
• Apparel and Uniform:
  • Three sets of plain black work robes.
  • One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear.
  • One pair of protective gloves (often made of dragon hide or similar material).
  • One winter cloak (black, with silver fastenings).
• Books and Stationery:
  • A set of required textbooks which changes depending on the student's year and chosen subjects. First-year books include titles such as [[The Standard Book of