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Just a few sensational Severus Snape moments

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## That time he called out Harry’s lack of Potions knowledge in his first ever lesson

> “Potter!’ said Snape suddenly. ‘What would I get if I added powdered root of asphodel to an infusion of wormwood?’<br>
> Powdered root of what to an infusion of what? Harry glanced at Ron, who looked as stumped as he was; Hermione’s hand had shot into the air.<br>
> ‘I don’t know, sir,’ said Harry.<br>
> Snape’s lips curled into a sneer.<br>
> ‘Tut, tut – fame clearly isn’t everything.”

## That time he appeared to know something was up with the Golden Trio

> “You shouldn’t be inside on a day like this,’ he said, with an odd, twisted smile.<br>
> ‘We were –’ Harry began, without any idea what he was going to
> say.<br>
> ‘You want to be more careful,’ said Snape. ‘Hanging around like
> this, people will think you’re up to something. And Gryffindor really can’t afford to lose any more points, can they?’<br>
> Harry flushed. They turned to go back outside, but Snape called them back.<br>
> ‘Be warned, Potter – any more night-time wanderings and I will personally make sure you are expelled. Good day to you.”

## That time he crept up behind Harry and Ron and dispelled their theories...

‘‘Maybe he’s left,’ said Harry, ‘because he missed out on the Defence Against the Dark Arts job again!’<br>
‘Or he might have been sacked!’ said Ron enthusiastically. ‘I mean, everyone hates him –’<br>
‘Or maybe,’ said a very cold voice right behind them, ‘he’s waiting to hear why you two didn’t arrive on the school train.”

## That time he duelled with Professor Lockhart...

> ‘‘As you see, we are holding our wands in the accepted combative position,’ Lockhart told the silent crowd. ‘On the count of three, we will cast our first spells. Neither of us will be aiming to kill, of course.’<br>
> ‘I wouldn’t bet on that,’ Harry murmured, watching Snape baring his teeth.<br>
> ‘One – two – three –’<br>
> Both of them swung their wands up and over their shoulders. Snape cried: ‘Expelliarmus!’ There was a dazzling flash of scarlet light and Lockhart was blasted off his feet: he flew backwards off the stage, smashed into the wall and slid down it to sprawl on the floor.’

## That time he was insulted by the Marauder’s Map whilst talking to one of the manufacturers...

> ‘‘‘Well?’ said Snape again. ‘This parchment is plainly full of Dark Magic. This is supposed to be your area of expertise, Lupin. Where do you imagine Potter got such a thing?’<br>
> Lupin looked up and, by the merest half glance in Harry’s direction, warned him not to interrupt.<br>
> ‘Full of Dark Magic?’ he repeated mildly. ‘Do you really think so, Severus? It looks to me as though it is merely a piece of parchment that insults anybody who tries to read it. Childish, but surely not dangerous? I imagine Harry got it from a joke-shop –’<br>
> ‘Indeed?’ said Snape. His jaw had gone rigid with anger. ‘You think a joke-shop could supply him with such a thing? You don’t think it more likely that he got it directly from the manufacturers?’

## That time he apparently ran out of Veritaserum...

> ‘‘I wish to interrogate him!’ shouted Umbridge angrily, and Snape looked away from Harry back into her furiously quivering face. ‘I wish you to provide me with a potion that will force him to tell me the truth!’<br>
> ‘I have already told you,’ said Snape smoothly, ‘that I have no further stocks of Veritaserum. Unless you wish to poison Potter – and I assure you I would have the greatest sympathy with you if you did – I cannot help you. The only trouble is that most venoms act too fast to give the victim much time for truth-telling.”

## That time Snape called Harry out on a pretty silly DADA answer...

> ‘‘Let us ask Potter how we would tell the difference between an Inferius and a ghost.’<br>
> The whole class looked round at Harry, who hastily tried to recall what Dumbledore had told him the night that they had gone to visit Slughorn.
> ‘Er – well – ghosts are transparent –’ he said.<br>
> ‘Oh, very good,’ interrupted Snape, his lip curling. ‘Yes, it is easy to see that nearly six years of magical education have not been wasted on you, Potter. Ghosts are transparent.”

## That time his last moments were looking into a pair of green eyes...

‘A flask, conjured from thin air, was thrust into his shaking hands by Hermione. Harry lifted the silvery substance into it with his wand. When the flask was full to the brim, and Snape looked as though there was no blood left in him, his grip on Harry’s robes slackened.<br>
‘Look ... at ... me ...’ he whispered.<br>
The green eyes found the black, but after a second something in the depths of the dark pair seemed to vanish, leaving them fixed, blank and empty. The hand holding Harry thudded to the floor, and Snape moved no more.’

## Always...

‘‘I have spied for you, and lied for you, put myself in mortal danger for you. Everything was supposed to be to keep Lily Potter’s son safe. Now you tell me you have been raising him like a pig for slaughter –’<br>
‘But this is touching, Severus,’ said Dumbledore seriously. ‘Have you grown to care for the boy, after all?’<br>
‘For him?’ shouted Snape. ‘Expecto patronum!’<br>
From the tip of his wand burst the silver doe: she landed on the office floor, bounded once across the office and soared out of glow faded he turned back to Snape, and his eyes were full of tears.<br>
‘After all this time?’<br>
‘Always,’ said Snape.”

And because that all got a bit dark towards the end, here’s a video for you of some of Alan Rickman’s most brilliant Severus Snape facial expressions. 

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A confused Boggart disguised as Snape in Neville's Grandmother's clothes 

An appreciation of knitwear in the Harry Potter films 

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So, as the winter months draw in, let’s celebrate our favourite Harry Potter characters rocking their favourite cosy clothes. Who wore it best? And, not looking at Ron, who needs a Switching Spell on their wardrobe?

## Maroon season

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We all know that Ron hates maroon more than Lord Voldemort hates not-murdering people. And yet, Molly insists on this brownish-red shade being the colour that would haunt Ron for many knitted jumpers to come. Be this as it may, Ron wouldn’t be Ron without his maroon ensembles, and we wouldn’t have him any other way. Here’s a lovely diagonal patterned number from *Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban* to celebrate. 

## A-Gryffin-dorable

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While Ron was confined to his inevitable maroon doom, it’s nice to see his best friends syncing up with him in this lovely colour-combined red effort. This is just what Gryffindor mates do for each other when they’re not Horcrux hunting, taking down the Dark Lord, etc. 

## Vest is best

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Now, you could argue that a sweater vest is the most pointless member of the knitwear family, as it’s basically a jumper where your arms remain cold. Nonetheless, one Neville Longbottom is here to prove us all wrong, championing the sweater vest on a number of occasions in the films. Neville really is doing his best to bring the 70s back with a vengeance here. Or maybe he just really enjoys golf, secretly. Who knows!

Either way, you’ve got to respect him for becoming the great wizard he becomes when his arms must have been absolutely freezing the whole time. Can someone try casting Expelli-ARM-us?

Draco’s so mad at this look he’s pointing a wand at him. Yes, this is definitely what this scene is about.

## Getting Ravenclaw-ready

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It’s a wonder anyone at Hogwarts ever heard anyone else talk, seeing as how popular ear-covering bobblehats seem to be in the castle. Here’s Luna and Cho flaunting some corresponding sea-blue knitted looks, maybe getting ready to launch their Ravenclaw-themed girl band?

## Taking umbrage with Umbridge



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You thought Fluffy the three-headed dog was scary? You clearly haven’t met the other fluffy: the pink cardigan of Dolores Umbridge. The film’s costume designers clearly had a lot of fun designing Professor Umbridge’s sickeningly pink wardrobe, with her various outfits from Order of the Phoenix being both brilliant and ghastly. Also, observe the cat brooch.

## Fighting Voldemort in a cable knit

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If you’re on your way to defeat one of the Darkest wizards of the wizarding world... it’s important to be comfortable. This is just what Harry did during his epic rescue of the Philosopher’s Stone in his first year. Voldemort was no match for this cosy, red cable knit–and Harry certainly pulled the wool over his eyes when he ended up defying him of the Philosopher’s Stone. 

## Wait, a fleece cardigan OVER a Weasley jumper?

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Ron, we know it’s Scotland, but it really cannot be that cold.

## Tassle hassle 

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Here’s Ron, yet again, and this time he is wearing a very silly hat. As the woolly hat laws strictly decree, you can only wear these tasselled things at festivals. 10 points from Gryffindor for wearing such a hat indoors. 5 points back for those very cosy-looking, thick woollen socks, though. Dumbledore would love those.

## The Horcrux-killing cardy look

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Neville defies Lord Voldemort and holds the sword of Gryffindor in the aftermath of the Battle at Hogwarts.

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But when all is said and done, the most iconic knitwear moment of all time in Harry Potter surely must be Neville Longbottom doing his part to take down Lord Voldemort... in this really cosy-looking cardy! See, Neville? When you invest in some winterwear which keeps your arms warm, you can be invincible. 

Yes, you cardi-can.

*Which wizarding woolly is your favourite?*

The Dastardly Difficult Defence Against the Dark Arts Quiz

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The ghoulish ghosts quiz

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Hogwarts was a haven for ghoulies, ghosties and one of the most troublesome poltergeists in history. So, what exactly do you know about Hogwarts’ resident ghosts (and Peeves)? Let’s find out. 

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Watch all seventeen Harry Potter At Home chapter readings

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Marks & Spencer launch new Harry Potter collection 

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We are in love with this new, [family-friendly range of Harry Potter products from M&S](https://www.marksandspencer.com/l/harry-potter), who have added a touch of magic to this new collection which includes homeware, children’s clothing and beyond.

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For the youngsters, there are pyjamas, backpacks, hoodies, dressing gowns, dresses, shirts, socks, slipper boots, joggers and even Harry Potter-style rompers for the tiniest of Wizarding World fans.

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With winter on the way, the collection boasts a number of cosy additions too, such as adorable hats, scarves and glove sets. Expect every item in the collection to be complimented with magical motifs, such as nods to Harry’s glasses, the school crest, magical creatures, and of course, the four colours of the Hogwarts houses. 

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Also look out for Harry Potter-themed homeware in the collection and perhaps a few stocking fillers (yes, we know it’s only October, but still...) all on the [Marks & Spencer’s official website](https://www.marksandspencer.com/l/harry-potter) or in selected stores in the UK. 

Harry Potter: Diagon Alley Pop-Up Book to launch tomorrow

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Diagon Alley has been, quite literally, elevated, with this beautiful new pop-up book. 

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Using intricate pop-up spreads, each page brings a different Diagon Alley shop to life, ranging from Ollivanders’ wand shop to Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes. Fans will be able to interact with the book too, such as pulling tabs to recreate different moments from the Harry Potter stories. For example, you could find yourself rescuing the Ukranian Ironbelly dragon from Gringotts on one page - or helping Harry navigate Knockturn Alley on another.

You’ll even be able to open the whole book up to create a 3D diorama when you’re finished exploring! 

__Harry Potter: Diagon Alley Pop-Up Book is available from 20th October from various retailers.__

Introducing Hogwarts Legacy: the first ever open-world role playing game set in the wizarding world

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Get the Official first look at the Hogwarts Legacy game. Prepare to be a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft & Wizardry. Join the Fan Club for updates.

Hogwarts Legacy - the immersive, open-world action RPG

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Get ready to explore Hogwarts like never before. Today, Warner Bros. Games revealed the first look at *Hogwarts Legacy*, a new, immersive RPG game that puts players at the centre of their own  wizarding world adventure set at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the 1800s. Here is your first look. 

Hogwarts Legacy | Official trailer

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Developed by Avalanche and published by Warner Bros. Games under the Portkey Games label, *Hogwarts Legacy* will be coming in 2021 for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®4 Pro, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One consoles, and PC.

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The game, which invites you to ‘Live the Unwritten’, is set in the 1800s, where players will live the life of a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – a lifetime goal for many a Harry Potter fan! Expect *Hogwarts Legacy* to be filled with all kinds of immersive magic, while your student-character will learn spells, brew potions, tame fantastic beasts, select companions to help them fight off deadly enemies.

The game will also feature the beautifully realised surrounding locations beyond Hogwarts castle, such as the Forbidden Forest and Hogsmeade village, so there will certainly be plenty to explore. 

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As your Hogwarts journey continues, you’ll pick up new magical abilities along the way and learn more about yourself too. While you dig deep into the wizarding world’s forgotten past – your character will discover an unusual ability that only they possess. Indeed, *Hogwarts Legacy* will challenge players in all sorts of unexpected ways - including scenarios that will pose difficult choices and determine what they stand for.

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David Haddad, President of Warner Bros. Games called this gaming experience ‘unlike anything else in the Wizarding World.’ 

‘*Hogwarts Legacy* gives players control over their own experience with RPG gameplay unlike anything else in the Wizarding World, which will continue to build fan appeal in the Portkey Games label,’ he said. ‘Avalanche has brought to life this rich and deep world, full of action-packed magic, as well as a detailed, mysterious story to engage fans and gamers alike.’

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‘It’s such an honour to work on such an amazing franchise and the team is dedicated to delivering an authentic Wizarding World experience that both Harry Potter and RPG fans will enjoy,’ added John Blackburn, Studio General Manager, Avalanche. ‘*Hogwarts Legacy* is so special because it allows players to immerse themselves in a new narrative that is filled with complex characters, and, of course, magic.’

So, excited yet?  

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*Hogwarts Legacy* is the latest offering from [Portkey Games](https://www.wizardingworld.com/discover/portkey-games), the official Wizarding World games label that puts the player at the centre of their own narrative with mobile and videogame experiences, inspired by the stories by J.K. Rowling. Portkey Games’ previous titles include *Harry Potter: Wizards Unite* and *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery*. *Hogwarts Legacy* joins other upcoming games, such as the mobile game Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells and China’s *Harry Potter: Magic Awakened*, both coming out this year. *Hogwarts Legacy* is slated for release in 2021. 

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If you’re old enough, keep up to date on all the latest news on *Hogwarts Legacy* with their new official [Facebook](https://facebook.com/HogwartsLegacy), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/HogwartsLegacy), [Instagram](https://instagram.com/HogwartsLegacy) or [YouTube channels](https://youtube.com/HogwartsLegacy). You can also sign up to the [official website](https://hogwartslegacy.warnerbrosgames.com/) to learn more. 

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