“Flipendo”: The Story of a Spell into Canon
From a simply silly incantation to a very real spell in the “Harry Potter” canon, follow the story of our favorite Knockback Jinx: “Flipendo”!
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The Three Broomsticks Centenary: The Community
From debates about canon to “Harry Potter” conventions, hpboy13 reflects on 25 years of fandom.
Rumor: One-Part “Cursed Child” Will Make Scorbus Canon
According to reports from Twitter, one fan pairing could be canon in the revised format of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” in North America.
When Canon No Longer Matters
What are the effects of retconning on our experience of theorizing about the “Potter” universe?
A Young Minerva McGonagall in “Crimes of Grindelwald” Doesn’t Break Canon
A closer look at what we know about Professor McGonagall’s backstory shows that her appearance in “Crimes of Grindelwald” does not contradict canon.
What Is a Legacy?: Franchise or Fandom
The “Harry Potter” franchise just keeps growing, but it is the fandom that has secured a lasting place for the series in our culture.
“Fantastic Beasts”: The Crimes of Breaking “Potter” Canon
Is the “Harry Potter” book canon no longer relevant? If you’re confused why the hardcore fans are upset, here are the inconsistencies that are becoming a bit much.
Why I Will Never Read “Cursed Child”
It’s no secret that “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” has Potterheads divided. Here’s why I won’t ever read it.
Will Fandom Ultimately Beat Canon?
Fandom is a truly amazing place. But is it amazing enough to outshine canon?