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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the history of the undead, zombie-like creatures known as Inferi. Although most widely referred to by us Muggles as Inferi, this description is actually a plural indication of the singular "Inferius". Both the singular and plural names of these creatures are of Latin origin, with "Inferi" translating to "underworld", and "Inferius" being a der...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the history of one of the most famous wizarding bars in the entire world--the Leaky Cauldron. Located at number 1 Diagon Alley within the wizarding world, and "accidentally" built into the development of Charing Cross Road within Muggle society, the Leaky Cauldron is notably the oldest pub in all of London. The bar and adjoining inn was bu...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Now, it's no secret that Harry had inherited some SERIOUS wizarding cash from his parents. It's something we learn right from the get-go, when Hagrid takes a young, 11-year-old Harry Potter to his family vault at Gringotts Wizarding Bank in The Philosopher's Stone. And, as you may recall, what Harry finds upon this, his first visit to his vault, is somewhat of a sma...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing what happened to Lord Voldemort's Wand AFTER his defeat at the hands of Harry Potter during the first wizarding war. I'm also going to be discussing how he EVENTUALLY got the wand back. Let's dive in. When Voldemort first caught whiff of Sybil Trelawney's Prophecy, he went in to a bit of a state of panic. His regime and his power, previously e...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing the death of the Potters, Azkaban Prison, and the imprisonment of mass..murderer? Sirius Black. Now, the Sirius Black that we know and love from the books and films, Harry's godfather, was a 'good' wizard through and through. He may have come from the 'Black' family- a wizarding family linked to many witches and wizards of dubious,...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the history of the Room of Requirement and the mystery of who created it. Located along the left hand corridor on the seventh floor of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the Room of Requirement is an ever-elusive chamber that only appears when it is truly needed by someone who just so happens to be passing by. When such a need is...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the history of the Black Lake, as well as one of its most mysterious and infamous inhabitants--the giant squid. The Black Lake--otherwise known as the Great Lake--is a large body of fresh water that sits landlocked upon the grounds of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, just south of the school's castle. Its waters can be seen dire...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing how Dumbledore knew what happened in the Potter residence in Godric's Hollow the night that Voldemort murdered Lily and James, and attempted to kill Harry. In the past, I've discussed how Dumbledore was able to figure out how Harry survived Voldemort's Killing Curse--which if you haven't watched yet, you can go check it out after this vide...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the likelihood of whether or not Albus Dumbledore, famed Hogwarts' Headmaster, was a descendent of--quite possibly--the MOST famous wizard known to us Muggles, Merlin. Other than being the most prominent and well-loved Headmaster to ever grace the hallowed halls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Albus Dumbledore was also one o...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing everything you need to know about Remus Lupin and Sirius Black's friendship. Although neither Remus nor Sirius are central characters in the Harry Potter series in the same way that Harry, Ron, Hermione, or even Dumbledore are, they are certainly among some of the most well known wizards within the franchise. And while each of them laid cl...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing whether or not some patronuses are MORE powerful than others. But before we can answer this question, we must first review what exactly a patronus IS. Socials: https://linktr.ee/hptheory See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing who could be the next GREAT dark witch or wizard. Throughout the Harry Potter series, we are introduced to many evil witches and wizards who commit great and terrible crimes. From the likes of Barty Crouch Junior to Bellatrix Lestrange, both of whom were loyal Death Eaters who tortured, killed and brutalised other witches and wizards in th...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why Ron Weasley and his entire family were often referred to by other pureblood wizarding families as "blood traitors".In the very first instalment of the Harry Potter series, we meet just about every member of the Weasley family almost right at the beginning of Harry's first-ever journey to Hogwarts. After Harry approaches Molly, Percy, F...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing what exactly those GOLD flames were that Harry shot at Voldemort during The Battle of the Seven Potters. Throughout the series, we are introduced to a many number of spells, charms and curses. And, typically, when a witch or wizard casts or conjures any magic of this kind, it's associated with an incantation and some physical manifestation...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why the celebrated mind of Miss Hermione Granger is in fact OVERRATED.Hermione Granger is one of the main characters of Harry Potter right from the beginning of the series. And while she may also be one of the more intelligent characters that we meet, her reputation for being the cleverest witch of her age is, in my opinion, a little bit o...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing how in the name of Merlin's Beard GINNY Weasley was able to block BELLATRIX Lestrange's Avada Kedavra curse. As many of you will know, Avada Kedavra is one of--if not THE--most lethal curse to exist within the entire Wizarding World. As one of the three Unforgivable Curses that were classified as such and banned from use in 1717, Avada Ked...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing everything that Lord Voldemort did in the years between his first and second rise to power. Of course, there are many things--from bad to worse, to absolutely horrifying--that Voldemort did as a young Tom Riddle and, of course, in his adult years after he had officially become the Dark Lord. But much mystery surrounds the decade and a bit...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing why more characters in Harry Potter don't return as ghosts after they die. Very early on in the series, we are introduced to the concept of ghosts within the wizarding world of Harry Potter--as we meet the many spirits who roam the halls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry almost immediately upon Harry's arrival to the castle in his...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing how Severus Snape's tears had Pensieve abilities when he shared them with Harry before his death in the final instalment of the series. For those of you who need a little reminder, I'll quickly review the meaning and usage of a Pensieve. Considered a very rare magical device, a Pensieve is used by witches and wizards to store and review me...

Hey everyone,Welcome to another instalment of Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing whether or not Lord Voldemort really would have SPARED Lily Potter the fateful night that he went to murder Harry in Godric's Hollow. Voldemort is known within the wizarding world as one of--if not THE--most evil and powerful dark wizard to have ever lived. Throughout the Harry Potter series, we see him t...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're discussing whether or not Professor Snape ever knew that Harry was one of Lord Voldemort's Horcuxes. A complicated wizard with only somewhat less complicated allegiances, Severus Snape is one of those characters whose true intentions we didn't learn until the very end of the series. As he lay dying in front of Harry Potter after Voldemort had cut him do...

Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. I just wanted to make this very brief video discussing a bit of news pertaining to Daniel Radcliffe- the original Boy-Who-Lived, and the upcoming (well, not quite so upcoming) Harry Potter TV Show Reboot. Since the show's announcement in April there's been a lot of speculation about the show. When's it coming out? What's it going...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why Professor McGonagall was allowed to give Harry Potter a Nimbus Two Thousand broomstick during his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Now, other than the fact that the best broomstick on the market seems like an inappropriate gift from a professor--not to mention an extreme display of favouritism--why was it such...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing what in Merlin's Beard happens to a person's soul after it's been EATEN by a Dementor. Dementors are some of the darkest magical beings that we encounter in the entire wizarding world throughout the Harry Potter series. They are completely terrifying to look upon with their appearance being somewhat ghoul-like with skin that's "glistening,...

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why the cantankerous goblin named Griphook betrayed Harry, Ron and Hermione during the events of The Deathly Hallows. Before we can answer this question, however, we must first cover how these three friends managed to get into a position in which a goblin was able to betray them. As many of you will know, the Wizarding World has a rather l...