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Welcome to the Department of Mysteries. Normally, ordinary wizards aren't permitted here, but all the Unspeakables are out discovering new mysteries. Hurry, if you go now, you'll be able to see some of the mysterious solutions they've already come up with!

The Sorting Hat
With Pottermore, Jo has recently given us a lot more information about this ancient Hogwarts artifact. And yet, many questions remain: What does the hat actually know about the Wizarding World beyond the walls of the castle? Is its system of sorting possibly flawed, i.e. Peter Pettigrew? Where does the hat's allegiance truly lie? We're unsure of the answers to these questions because YOU haven't written them yet!

Prophecies
Down in the depths of the Department of Mysteries are the prophecies in rows and rows of little glass spheres, each containing secrets. Check out this guide to see where prophecies come from, what they mean and the conclusions we can draw from the OOTP prophecy!

Horcruxes
Exactly what are Horcruxes, who can make them and how can they be destroyed? Do they have minds of their own? We answer these questions and in the process realize the horrible fate of a shattered soul.

Wands
What are wands? Is there more to them that meets the eye? What of the Elder Wand: why is it so very powerfull? What exactly is "Priori Incantatem" which has saved Harry so many times from certain death and how does it work? And what about Wandless Magic? All and more is scrutinized in this section to such a degree that it's almost painful!

Time Travel
Wizards have tried for ages to understand and perform time travel. Now, with the assistance of a device, wizards can successfully travel back in time. Beware however--time travel is a very dangerous business. Take a look at this guide and see just how it works, how it's accomplished and the drawbacks of manipulating time!

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