Harry Potter Theory

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How Dumbledore DEFEATED Grindelwald (5 Theories) Apr 17, 2024

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Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory.

We know that in November of 1945, Dumbledore achieved the impossible by defeating the notorious (and Elder Wand wielding) dark wizard at large- Gellert Grindelwald.

For decades, Grindelwald had been building his following and spreading his poisonous ideologies, disrupting the Wizarding World in a way unlike any other wizard before. His goal was simple: to establish a new world order where wizards would reign supreme over Muggles. His ideologies, promoted segregation, discrimination, and violence, instilling fear and chaos in thw eyes of many. And for a long time, it looked as though Grindelwald's twisted perspectives were gaining traction..

That is, until Albus Dumbledore stepped in.

We also know that Dumbledore defeated Grindelwald in a duel of 'Legendary Proportions' that is widely perceived to have been the most legendary duel of all Wizarding history.

"They say, still, that no Wizarding duel ever matched that between Dumbledore and Grindelwald in 1945. Those who witnessed it have written of the terror and the awe they felt as they watched these two extraordinary wizards do battle. Dumbledore's triumph, and its consequences for the Wizarding world, are considered a turning point in magical history."

But one question that's never quite been properly answered by the history books is...HOW? How did Dumbledore defeat Grindelwald?

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What REALLY Happened to the Hogwarts Founders? (Their Sacrifice) - Harry Potter Theory Apr 15, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing HOGWARTS and its 4 founders. Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Rowena Ravenclaw and Helga Hufflepuff.

Specifically, we'll be taking a closer look at the legacy they left behind- seeing if their contributions to the Wizarding World are perhaps even greater than previously imagined. We're also going to be taking a closer look at what actually HAPPENED to them.

We know that they planned for the future (and their absence) by creating The Sorting Hat. This allowed them to continue to sort students in to their respective houses long after they were gone from the school.-

But my theory today asserts that they left something...ELSE behind.

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This Sorting Hat Theory Totally CHANGES Harry Potter Apr 13, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing a SECRET Sorting Hat strategy that, if employed correctly, allows ANY student to be sorted in to Gryffindor.

Let's dive in to it.

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Did Harry's Horcrux Make the Dursleys BAD People? - 3 Harry Potter Theories Apr 12, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're discussing the Dursley's- Harry Potter's awful adoptive family. More specifically, we're going to be breaking down 3 thought-provoking Harry Potter fan theories that pertain to the members of this dysfunctional family.-

Let's get in to it.

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The Truth Behind HOW Dementors Are Created (REAL Origins) - Harry Potter Theory Apr 09, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing the misunderstood origins of Dementors- the Wizarding World's enigmatic wraith-like creatures known for guarding Azkaban and sucking out SOULS. Specifically, we'll be taking a look at MY theory on how Dementors were first created. We'll also be looking at a theory for how their population continues to grow.

Let's dive in.

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30 DELETED Harry Potter Characters You've NEVER Heard Of (CUT from the Books!) Apr 07, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're delving into the realm of DELETED characters- figures that were mentioned by Rowling but never made an appearance in any officially released material- whether it be books or films.--

While we have been enthralled by the likes of Harry, Hermione, and Ron, there exists a treasure trove of characters lying dormant in the scribblings, unpublished drafts and words spoken by J.K. Rowling during interviews.-

Some were scrapped in the editing process, others lost to the ever-advancing plot, and the rest just weren't quite Harry Potter material.-

Today we'll be delving into the sketches, interviews, and whispered rumors to uncover these intriguing, yet unused, characters. Discussing their origins, powers, and the roles they may have played if given the chance. From a lost Weasley family member, to a Hogwarts TOAD ghost, to a professor named Pettigrew, this list has it all.-

I've managed to piece together 30 characters in total, which does already seem like quite a lot, but if I've missed any PLEASE let me know in the comments and I'll address it in a future video.

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What Happens to Harry, Ron, and Hermione AFTER the Deathly Hallows? (DEEP DIVE) Apr 04, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be diving in to the lives of the fabled trio, Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley AFTER the events of the final book - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

After the dust settled and the battle with Voldemort came to an end, the Wizarding world celebrated the triumph of good over evil. Voldemort's downfall had a profound impact on the Wizarding world, effectively bringing an end to a dark era characterized by the absence of hope and replacing it with a renewed sense of optimism.

However, it also marked the beginning of an uncharted chapter in wizarding world history.

And because the books and films ended, we never really got many insights in to HOW the Wizarding World rebuilt itself. And more specific to todays' topic, we weren't given any further information on what the lives of our beloved trio looked like in the aftermath of the war.

We were given a brief epilogue that gave us a GLIMPSE in to their lives 19 years after the Battle of Hogwarts- but besides that, nothing else. All we get to see are the main characters gathered at Platform 9¾ as they see off their own children to Hogwarts.

But this leaves a pretty large gap in time- 19 years to be exact- that's relatively uncharted.

Today, I'd like to provide you with some information on what transpired with the trio during these relatively unexplored two decades following the war. From their personal to their professional lives, this video is going to cover it all.

Let's get into it, starting with...

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The REAL Reason Dumbledore DENIED Snape the Defense Against the Dark Arts Job - Harry Potter Theory Apr 02, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today I've got a theory for you which exposes Dumbledore's TRUE motivations for the school's Defence Against the Dark Arts posting.

Severus Snape became the Defence Against the Dark Arts professor during Harry's sixth year at Hogwarts. And in theory, he was perfect for the position. He had a profound understanding of both sides of the magical spectrum, and knew more about the dark arts than most- making him the perfect candidate to teach students all about it.

So..Why didn't he assume the role SOONER? If Snape was so perfect for it- why couldn't he just have the job? Why did he have to wait until Harry was in his sixth year? Why did we have to first go through Quirrell, Lockhart, Lupin, Fake Moody and Umbridge before SNAPE got his chance? The answer may be more complicated than you think.

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Wizardkind is Going EXTINCT - Harry Potter Theory Mar 31, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing a rather DARK theory which posits that Wizardkind- that is, all of the witches and wizards in the magical world, are on a path to EXTINCTION.-

But before we get in to their possible extinction, let's first take a brief look at their origins.

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The REAL Reason the Weasleys Are So POOR (They're CURSED) - Harry Potter Theory Mar 29, 2024

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing a rather SINISTER theory that might finally provide some answers on the Weasley family's elusive financial status. This theory challenges previous interpretations of their poverty and reaches beyond the conventional conception that 'there just isn't enough to go around' in such a big family. It's a dark one and I guarantee you haven't heard this one before- I think you're going to agree with me.

Let's dive in.

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