Why Is Coming Back as a Ghost Such a Bad Thing?
We’re told that coming back as a ghost is cowardly, but are there any good reasons to do so?
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Diary of a First Year – Part 12
Maisie has her first conversation with a ghost in today’s diary entry.
“Promptly Potter” Episode 132: “Magic Is the Stuff of the Soul”
– In Chapter 38 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the Ministry admits that Voldemort has returned and Harry returns to the Dursleys’ for the summer to ponder the mysteries of...
“Promptly Potter” Episode 91: “Don’t Get Us Started on Ring Theory”
– In Chapter 33 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Voldemort attempts to kill Harry for the second time, but their spells clash mid-air, causing the spirits of Voldemort’s victims to emerge...
Why Does Nearly Headless Nick Care About the Headless Hunt?
Nearly Headless Nick is deeply offended by his exclusion from the Headless Hunt. But does it make sense for him to join, and why does he care so much?
Harry Potter and the Dubious Hallows
The Deathly Hallows are supposedly infallible, but they might do the opposite of what they promise.
“Beyond the Veil” Episode 67: “Chapter 2 – We Want Gay Ghosts”
Dobby’s efforts, Ron’s heroics, and much more are discussed in this episode of “Beyond the Veil.”
Halloween at Hogwarts, Samhain in Scotland
Hogwarts always makes a big to-do for Halloween, but what if the school embraced its Scottish roots and celebrated the festival of Samhain?
Why the Fat Friar Might Not Be Such a Good Person
The Fat Friar is just a kind, cheerful ghost. There’s absolutely nothing he could be hiding. Right?