Harry Potter Theory EXTRA

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why Fred and George Weasley never noticed Peter Pettigrew - aka Scabbers the rat - on the magically revealing Marauder's Map.

I suppose to start with, we can address the question of: Why would they? Well, as we learn near the end of Harry Potter's third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the Marauder's Map has the capability to reveal each and every person roaming the hallowed halls of the school, regardless of their form. It represents witches and wizards with a dot that has a corresponding name - which is ALWAYS their true identity, again regardless of any magic that may make them appear differently when confronted in person. And it is through the Map that Harry discovers a number of unsettling secrets that have to do with the night his parents were murdered - including the fact that Peter Pettigrew, his father's mate who supposedly died that same night, is ALIVE. How does he discover this? He sees him on the Marauder's Map. But I'm getting ahead of myself...

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing whether or not witches and wizards who have become Animagi can change their animal form.

An Animagus in the Harry Potter universe is a witch or wizard who has the ability to transform themselves into a specific animal at will. It's a rather uncommon skill that requires a great deal of education, practice and commitment to achieve. It's also important to note that the animal a person transforms into is not influenced by the individual's choice or preference, but rather, it reflects their personality and inner traits. For example, the brave and loyal Sirius Black was an Animagus who could transform into a large black dog, while the cunning and resourceful Rita Skeeter had the ability to turn into a beetle, an insect often associated with spying and eavesdropping. Minerva McGonagall, on the other hand, a character known for her wisdom and dignity, could transform into a cat.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today I’ve got some…Interesting news about Harry Potter actress Miriam Margolyes who played head of hufflepuff house and resident herbology professor Pomona Sprout in the Harry Potter films.

In a series of recent interview, Margolyes made some pretty questionable statements about the Harry Potter universe, specifically- Harry Potter fans.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why Gellert Grindelwald, the notorious dark wizard and former friend of Albus Dumbledore, told Voldemort a big fat lie.

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Hey everyone, welcome back to Harry Potter Theory. Don't let their modest home fool you, because the Weasleys are one of the oldest, and proudest, wizarding families in Britain. And through all the centuries of their existence, the honest bunch of do-gooders have racked up quite a number of interesting feats and facts.

Today, we're going to take a few moments to look at some of the most shocking ones.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing what would've happened in the series if one of Harry Potter's most well-known antagonists, Draco Malfoy, had been sorted into Gryffindor House, instead of Slytherin.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing Gellert Grindelwald, and why he never chose to pursue immortality via Horcruxes.

In Harry Potter, Horcruxes are one of Lord Voldemort's deadliest weapons- objects that anchor his soul to the mortal realm and prevent him from dying. The creation of a Horcrux requires an act of murder, as it involves tearing the soul apart, and it is considered one of the darkest forms of magic.

But Gellert Grindelwald, the man who terrorized the wizarding world BEFORE Voldemort, never seemed to have been interested in them.

Why is that? Well, I've got a few theories.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be diving in to the very WEIRD world of Harry Potter knock-off novels. Now, given the worldwide popularity of the Harry Potter franchise it shouldn't be surprising that it'd spark a couple of knock-offs. Some of these novels continue the story and blatantly reuse Rowling's characters, while others create their own 'original' characters that seem..A little too familiar.

But one thing is consistent- they're all hilariously bad. As are the naming conventions for said novels.

So whether you're hungry for more Hogwarts or just in need of a laugh, today, we're going to be diving in and taking a look at 10 of the most outrageous knock-offs from around the world. Honestly, the sheer gall of some of these publishers will shock you.

I'll also be sure to throw in some book passages where applicable.

Let's dive in to it.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing fan theories regarding what people THINK Harry Potter did to Voldemort in order to defeat him, as well as what ACTUALLY took place during The Battle of Hogwarts.

Before we can dive into fan theories and accurately analyse the final duel that takes place between Harry and the Dark Lord, we must first understand the many things that NEEDED to happen in order to make Harry's victory over Voldemort possible.

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing whether or not Filius Flitwick, Charms Professor at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, HATED his students.

If you don't know much about Professor Filius Flitwick, you may be asking yourself, "Why in Merlin's Beard would this seemingly jolly teacher HATE the children he taught at Hogwarts?" Well, as it turns out, Professor Flitwick is actually part-Goblin. And while many used to simply speculate on the idea that this could be due to his height and appearance - not to mention his incredible intelligence - Flitwick's part-Goblin background has indeed been confirmed over the years by author J.K. Rowling.

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