Alright, it was highly irregular for Ethan to partake in such childishness....

But who could resist, really?

He landed in the middle of the cornfield, near Albus Potter, and when the two of them decided that it would be hilarious to cause unnecessary chaos and panic, they both thought up of a brilliant idea. So brilliant that even Ethan had to relent and help out. 

And that's why instead of the tall and long haired Quidditch Captain and Dueling Club President, there was a twelve foot long, grown-man-arm thick and hooded king cobra, imperiously and majestically slithering across the path, the only similarity to Ethan being its pale white scales, and its golden eyes. 

Some may call it a bit distasteful considering Hogwarts's history with serpentine creatures, not to mention that he was going to chase a Potter.  But Ethan thought it was too ingenious not to help with.

As he slithered around the corner, he saw Albus bumping into Elspeth, and him telling her to watch out for a snake, which of course meant him. Finding it hilarious, Ethan reared its head up and let out a loud, loud hiss, his hood unfurling as he gazed down at the two by his full height. It was so going to be worth it despite Elspeth probably getting pissed at him.