The True Cost of a Philosopher’s Stone
After reading Isaac Newton’s notes on how to create a philosopher’s stone, we decided to investigate the true cost of producing this renowned rock.
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Eddie Redmayne on His “Love-Hate Relationship” with the Niffler
Since the release of the trailer, Pottermore has given us a little bit more about two of the beasts featured in the new “Fantastic Beasts” trailer, and now we’ve heard something from the man himself – Eddie Redmayne (Newt Scamander).
“SpeakBeasty” Episode 8: “Putting the Sass in Sasquatch”
It’s a full house on “SpeakBeasty” as hosts Aaron, Ariel, Claire, Lizzie, and Shannen discuss the differences between American and British wandmaking, the history of Rappaport’s Law, and some REALLY weird new beasts!
“SpeakBeasty” Episode 7: “Porpentina Ate a Bagel”
“Alohomora!” host Michael joins us this week to discuss JKR’s new pieces on the history of Magic in North America, the weird origins of Ilvermorny, and what exactly constitutes canon in “Fantastic Beasts” as part of an ever-growing magical world.
“Fantastic Beasts” Roundup: The MACUSA President and the Search for Ilvermorny
Since our last “Fantastic Beasts” roundup, we’ve learned a little bit more about the history surrounding the film and the wizarding world in 1920s America thanks to Pottermore. Over this week, Pottermore has released four new pieces of writing by J.K. Rowling about the “History of Magic in North America.”
Four Wandmakers of America Revealed!
A week of new information from J.K. Rowling and Pottermore has come to a close with one final post regarding North American magical history. Check out the latest revelations regarding Ilvermorny and 1920s wizarding America! What could this mean for Newt in the “Fantastic Beasts” film trilogy?
Pottermore Explores “Rappaport’s Law” in Latest Piece by J.K. Rowling
In the third of four pieces revealed on Pottermore about the “History of Magic in North America,” J.K. Rowling introduces Rappaport’s Law and its effects on the wizarding world! Read more about it here!
Filling in Plot Holes
“History of Magic in North America” gave us new information about wandless magic. Let’s explore Quirrell’s snappy spells, Voldemort’s pernicious powers, and the mischievous magic of the Boy Who Lived!
Pottermore Releases First Piece on North American Magic
The first installment of Pottermore’s “The History of Magic in North America” has arrived! Read more about what we’ve learned here!
