Overview

Polyjuice Potion is an advanced transformation potion that allows the drinker to assume the physical appearance of another person. It is one of the most complex potions in existence, requiring precise preparation and rare ingredients.

Difficulty Level

★★★★★★★★★☆ (9/10 - N.E.W.T. Level)

Brewing Time

Approximately one month (with constant monitoring)

Effects

• Complete physical transformation into another human
• Duration: approximately one hour per dose
• Voice changes to match the impersonated individual
• Does not alter magical abilities or knowledge
• Requires a piece of the person to be impersonated (hair typically)

Key Ingredients

• Lacewing flies (stewed for 21 days)
• Leeches
• Powdered bicorn horn
• Knotgrass
• Fluxweed (picked at full moon)
• Shredded boomslang skin
• A bit of the person to be transformed into

Brewing Process

The potion must be brewed for exactly one month, with specific ingredients added at precise intervals. The lacewing flies must steep for 21 days before other ingredients are added. Temperature control is critical throughout the process.

Important Warnings

Legal Status

While not explicitly illegal to brew, the use of Polyjuice Potion for impersonation, fraud, or infiltration is strictly prohibited. The ingredients are tightly controlled, and the recipe is restricted to advanced potions texts.

Historical Uses

Polyjuice Potion has been used throughout history for espionage, protection of important figures through use of decoys, and unfortunately, for criminal activities. The Ministry of Magic maintains strict records of ingredient sales.

Storage

Completed potion can be stored in sealed containers for several months without losing potency. It should be kept in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight.

Antidote

The transformation will wear off naturally after approximately one hour. There is no known way to reverse the effects prematurely once consumed.