Harry Potter

Harry Potter is a book, movie, and video game franchise created by J.K. Rowling. The series originally revolved around Harry Potter, a young boy who would find out he was a wizard and embark on an adventure to a mysterious school.

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Hogwarts Legacy's Ominis is an Unsung Hero

The decision to learn Hogwarts Legacy’s Dark Arts shouldn’t be taken lightly, and Ominis Gaunt gives gamers a constant reminder of its dangers.

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Harry Potter: What Is Ginny Weasley’s Patronus?

The Patronus charm is an essential part of the Harry Potter universe, but what is Ginny's Patronus and what does it reveal about her character?

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Harry Potter: Why Did Xenophilius Lovegood Betray Harry?

Father to one of Harry's closest friends, Xenophilius had to betray Harry in the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, and here's why

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Hogwarts Legacy's Switch Release Date Could be a Golden Ticket in Disguise

Hogwarts Legacy is set to come to Nintendo Switch later this year, and its end-of-year release date could end up being a golden ticket in disguise.

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Harry Potter: What Happened To The Weasleys After The War?

This family of redheads is integral to the plot of the series, but what did they do after Voldemort was defeated?

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Harry Potter: What Happened to James Potter and Lily Evans’ Parents?

Fans have often wondered why Harry had to live with the Dursleys instead of his own Grandparents, so what happened to James and Lily's parents?

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Harry Potter: Why Did Dumbledore Hire Gilderoy Lockhart?

The only genuine credit to Lockhart’s name was Witch Weekly's Most-Charming-Smile Award — making Dumbledore’s decision questionable to this day.

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One Hogwarts Legacy Quest is a Love Letter to Harry Potter Media

Hogwarts Legacy may be set well before the events of Harry Potter and his companions, but one quest is a classy nod to the franchise's elements.

The Harry Potter Movies Failed Ginny Weasley

In the books, Ginny Weasley is a prominent and strong character, but the movies tragically fail to replicate this.

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Diablo 4 Repeats a Big Mistake From Hogwarts Legacy and Doubles Down on It

Diablo 4 and Hogwarts Legacy share one mistake in how each game decides to offer an important mechanic, blemishing their open worlds as a result.

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Harry Potter: Who Are The Black Sisters?

Members of the Black family are prominent in the Harry Potter series, and these three sisters with very different life paths are no exception.

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Harry Potter: What Is the Veil in the Ministry of Magic?

With faint whispers coming from the other side of the “tattered black curtain”, it still remains a mystery that what lies beyond the time-worn Veil.

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Harry Potter: Could Harry Have Beaten Voldemort Without Mastery Of The Elder Wand?

The mastery of the Elder Wand from Harry Potter was key to defeating Voldemort, but could Harry have managed a win without it?

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Harry Potter: Magical Portraits, Explained

Portraits can interact with the world that surrounds them, but are the people in the portraits actually alive?

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Harry Potter: Why Did Draco Malfoy Hate Harry?

Draco Malfoy and Harry Potter's rivalry is iconic, but why did Draco even hate Harry in the first place?

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Harry Potter: What Are the Secrets Behind the Golden Snitch?

This little golden ball has an essential role for the story that goes far beyond the Quidditch pitch.

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Harry Potter: Bond of Blood Charm, Explained

In Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Professor Albus Dumbledore explains the full significance of the Bond of Blood charm.

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Harry Potter: Who Does Draco Malfoy Marry?

Draco Malfoy is one one of the most significant characters in the Harry Potter franchise - but who does he marry, and what happens to his wife?

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Harry Potter: The 7 Saddest Deaths in the Franchise, Ranked

The saddest Harry Potter deaths left a lasting impression, forcing fans to face the sad reality that all good things must eventually come to an end.

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Harry Potter: 7 Things About the Movies That Have Not Aged Well

Despite their age, the Harry Potter movies are still well worth watching, but there are certain things about them that haven't aged all that well.

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