Match 19595 Lady Jessica vs. Hermione Granger

[Macklemore]

Lady Jessica, the revered Bene Gesserit Reverend Mother, sat in her cerulean chambers on planet Arrakis, gazing out on the shifting golden sands. This arid world known as Dune, with its massive sand ships and monstrous sandworms, was both her salvation and her prison. Her mind's eye stirred with recent whispers from the depths of the Bene Gesserit, a prophecy threaded with the threads of a catastrophe imminent and a character unfamiliar but crucial.

She picked up a small, decorated box of unopened messages, and a distinct holographic message caught her attention, glowing with a green sheen unheard of in Arrakis. It was a message from Mother Superior Taraza, a wise and renowned truth-seer. The message played, and Taraza's image flickered into life.

"Mother Jessica," she began, "I bring a foreboding prophecy. The spice melange has revealed a new thread in the tapestry of time—an imminent catastrophe and a young figure from another world—a girl named Hermione Granger appears to be of paramount importance."

Taraza's image faded, leaving Jessica in thoughtful silence. "Hermione Granger," she mused, letting the foreign name roll off her tongue.

For the Bene Gesserit, to know a person's name was a first step towards understanding one's essence. Yet, Hermione Granger remained an enigma to Jessica, for she was from 'another world.' A world not mapped in the Imperial Stellar Atlas, unknown to the Spacing Guild, unheard in the Landsraads' many debates. A chill ran down her spine, underscoring the gravity of the problem.

Jessica resolved to mediate, to scrutinize her voluminous encyclopedic mind, inherited from generations of Reverend Mothers. Hours turned into days as she searched for a trace of this Hermione Granger in her visions and memories. She found herself in a labyrinth of obscurity.

A week later, a Bene Gesserit scout ship arrived at Arrakis bearing a large, leather-bound book titled "The History of Magic." Jessica's heart raced as she ran her fingers across the cover—their only clue to understanding Hermione Granger and averting the impending disaster. As she delved into the book, diving into enigmatic tales and bizarre anecdotes, she realized that this Hermione was indeed powerful.

The book was a chronicle of Hogwarts, an ancient school of witchcraft and wizardry from Earth. Hermione Granger emerged from its pages as a highly intelligent, noble, and capable witch who fought and triumphed over dark forces. She was someone who knew the delicate equilibrium of order and chaos, who had through her bravery and wisdom, steered destiny.

There was no doubt now. Hermione Granger was indeed a Bene Gesserit, although from a profoundly different paradigm. She must be found, must be entreated for help.

Jessica's next course of action was clear. She stood, determination flashing in her eyes as she gazed across Dune's barren landscape, a spark of newfound hope forming in her chest. Time was of the essence and so, the search for Hermione Granger commenced. Hermione, a witch from another realm, an alien universe, had become Arrakis's and perhaps the Bene Gesserit's only hope. The knowledge echoed through the barren desert, whispering among the dunes, as Lady Jessica prepared for an unprecedented journey crossing galaxies. She would find Hermione Granger and together, they would avert a catastrophe.

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Hogwarts
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Once upon a time in the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Hermione Granger, known for her quick wit and insatiable thirst for knowledge, woke with a jolt. Sweat was trickling down her forehead, heart beating fiercely, fingers gripping the sheets. She had just experienced a dream - a vision, it would be better described - one so vivid and rich in detail that she felt as though she'd lived it herself.

In her dream, she had witnessed the arrival of a mysterious woman, unlike anyone she had ever seen before. The woman was strikingly beautiful, with flaming red hair tumescent with raw, indomitable power. She was dressed in a flowing garment that seemed fitting for a desert dweller, a stark contrast to the robes of Hogwarts. She had introduced herself as Lady Jessica, a name resonating with a peculiar energy that sent shivers down Hermione's spine.

Hermione remembered the vision of Lady Jessica observing Hogwarts, the castle standing majestically atop a cliff, with a gaze of a keen curiosity yet an underlying sense of apprehension. She saw her interacting with students, faculty, and magical creatures with an almost carefree abandon, but with a sharp diligence that could not be overlooked. 

Hermione felt an inexplicable unease. She was perturbed not just by Jessica's peculiar presence but also by an unspoken, unsettling insight - Lady Jessica wasn't here by chance, she was an infiltrator seeking to disrupt the harmony of the wizarding world. But why? To what end? 

For days on end, Hermione would contemplate, consider, and calculate the implications of her prophetic dream. She consulted with her best friends Ron and Harry, divulged her fears and anxieties to Professor Dumbledore, and finally implored Professor Trelawney's insight on her dream.

While they agreed on Jessica's potential danger, they didn’t share Hermione’s sense of urgency, all but McGonagall, who knew Hermione to have a keen instinct.

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3 days later
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The grandeur of the Hogwarts Castle, a silent observer of countless magical battles, prepared to witness a fresh spectacle. Hermione Granger stood in the middle of the Great Hall, her brown eyes filled with determination and resolve. Her wand was tight in her grip.

Across the hall, Lady Jessica, highly trained Bene Gesserit concubine, materialized. Her startling blue-within-blue eyes darted around, scanning the ancient architecture and the formidable opponent before her.

"Lady Jessica," Hermione began, her voice reverberating within the hall, "this is your last chance to leave Hogwarts in peace."

Lady Jessica, composed yet alert, responded without hesitation, "Miss Granger, the respect is mutual, but the threat you pose to our universe, unwittingly or not, cannot be ignored."

Delicately holding her wand, Hermione attacked first, the ever-effective 'Expelliarmus', primed to disarm her adversary. In response, Jessica, fully in control of her body, performed a quick sidestep, her Bene Gesserit training evident in her agility.

Then, Jessica attempted to use "The Voice," aiming the vocal coercion at Hermione. The younger woman shuddered, feeling the strange resonance of Jessica’s voice within her. But Hermione’s robust magical guard against mental interference forced the attack back, a newfound respect in her gaze as she reengaged.

Jessica, equally met, decided direct combat was necessary. She revealed her crysknife and launched herself towards Hermione, her speed escalated by her Bene Gesserit physical prowess. 

[Callisto]

Learn More About
Lady Jessica
Official Site: frank herbert Links: Wikipedia

Hermione Granger
Read more about Hermione Granger at Wikipedia
Official Site: J.K. Rowling Links: Wikipedia Harry Potter Wiki Emma Empire

[patrickthekid]

I think there should be a discussion over how well Harry Potter wizards could resist The Voice.

[Pizzaguy2995]

HP universe’s magic is on a whole different level than anything we’ve seen in Dune. Hermione whips Jessica.

[JohnnyChany]

Cool match. My Dune knowledge is lacking so I'll defer to Pizzaguy

[Callisto]

Match Final Results

Member Ratings:
4.40 - Pizzaguy2995
4.60 - JohnnyChany
5.00 - patrickthekid
4.70 - Boratz

FPA Calculation:
4 Total Votes cast
18.70 Total Combined Score
18.70 / 4 = 4.67 Final Rating on the match

MATCH SCORE
Lady Jessica: 0
Hermione Granger: 5