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Join Domino Artist Lily Hevesh as she creates amazing domino fall video with LEGO Harry Potter

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Lily Hevesh has been creating incredible domino tricks on her YouTube channel since 2009 – and now, she has joined forces with Target and LEGO Harry Potter to make a new piece celebrating her love of the brand. 

In the video below, you can enjoy the behind-the-scenes journey with Lily on how she created the domino fall effect in the first place, surrounded by LEGO Harry Potter characters, bricks and playsets. See how many references you can spot, from wizard chess to the Gryffindor-coloured domino pieces. 

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So, if you’re an aspiring domino effect artist yourself, this is how the magic happens! As you can see, sometimes challenges can arise... 

Lily told us about how she fell in love with the wizarding world at a young age (‘my mother introduced me and read all seven books to me as bedtime stories’) and has been a fan ever since. 

‘What I love most about Harry Potter is how real the Wizarding World feels, even though it is all a fantasy,’ she said. ‘When I watch the movies and read the books, I get completely immersed into this magical universe. The amount of thought put into creating such a detailed and convincing world filled with funny, relatable characters is truly incredible. From the set decorations, to the wardrobe choices, to creating Hogwarts, and developing an entirely new kind of culture from scratch, the Wizarding World is so exceedingly detailed that for a moment I can almost believe that it actually exists. Harry Potter is something that I can always count on if I need a heart-warming and enjoyable escape from reality.’ 

We’re sure there are many of you out there who can totally relate to Lily!

Which Ravenclaw are you most like?

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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## If you’re known for being supportive and encouraging… you’re like Filius Flitwick
Professor Flitwick was one of the warmest and most welcoming teachers at Hogwarts. He truly seemed to want the best for all his students and was great at motivating them in a positive way. Unlike some of the other Professors at school, he wasn’t averse to giving praise when it was due or when he felt like a pupil needed a little boost. Who can forget when he sneakily told Hermione that she had scored 112 percent in her exam to try and stop her from worrying that she had done badly? Snape would never do that…

We reckon that you’re like the cheery Charms teacher if you’re someone who takes great pleasure in helping others to achieve their goals. Whether that’s supporting a friend while they prep for a job interview, encouraging someone to keep up their new hobby or just reminding your loved ones that they’re awesome and can do anything – you and Flitwick are like two peas in a pod.

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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

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## If you are the sporty type… you’re like Cho Chang
Are you an avid sports fan? Do you play for a team (whether it be football, rugby or even tiddlywinks)? Have you been a diehard supporter of your local club since you were a tiny tot? Do you spend lots of time practising and now have quite the reputation? Then you’re like Cho Chang.

Cho may have been known for her relationships with Harry Potter and Cedric Diggory, but it was her sporting ability that we should have been focussing on. Not only was she a long-term supporter of the Tutshill Tornados and an excellent member of the Ravenclaw Quidditch team – but she was also a Seeker that truly gave Harry a run for his money. When they faced each other on the pitch (in *Prisoner of Azkaban*), Harry only beat her because his Firebolt was faster than Cho’s Comet. We know we can’t help but be impressed by this rather sporty Ravenclaw…

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## If you have an air of mystery… you’re like Garrick Ollivander
Ollivander is an incredibly talented wizard – there’s no doubt about that. His wands are legendary and his knowledge of them unparalleled. Yet he remains a secretive fellow. Harry certainly never got quite the handle on who he truly was (and could never fully figure out whether he liked him or not). Though in a lot of ways it makes sense that Ollivander had such an enigmatic air about him, given his profession, as wandcraft is a rather mysterious calling. So, if you’re someone who likes to keep an air of mystery about you, doesn’t give away your secrets easily and keeps their feelings close to their chest, then you’re most like Ollivander.

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone 

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## If you’re incredibly empathetic… you’re like Luna Lovegood
Luna is probably best known for being quite eccentric – and while that is true – one of her other defining personality traits was her empathy. Luna was perceptive and could read people. She knew if someone was struggling and made sure that she was there for them. Like when she gently explained Thestrals to Harry and made him feel less alone. Or how she encouraged Harry to produce a Patronus during the Battle of Hogwarts and took on the role of teacher. Or how she comforted Hermione after Ron and Lavender became a couple – and these are just a handful (out of many) examples. 

You’re just like the brilliant Luna if you feel things very deeply, but you can also understand and share the feelings of another. We can imagine that you’re the type of person who friends and family turn to when they are going through a hard time. You’re always there to help celebrate or commiserate an important event and are known for being a rock for those you love.

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## If you aren’t lacking in self-confidence… you’re like Gilderoy Lockhart
Gilderoy Lockhart certainly didn’t ever underestimate himself. He knew he was exceptionally good looking, good at Memory Charms, famous and beloved by plenty of witches and wizards – and he didn’t feel bad about it. In fact, he embraced it and didn’t try to act humble or downplay who he was. Gilderoy Lockhart believed he was special and seemed to live a pretty happy life as a result. 

If you’re someone who knows they are excellent and has no qualms with promoting yourself, then you’re like Gilderoy Lockhart. We can imagine you’re the type of person with a strong following on social media, who believes in the power of positive thinking and is completely confident that they are a gift to the world.

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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

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## If you’re a lover of all things boho… you’re like Sybil Trelawney 
Do you own a collection of bangles and beads to rival any jewellery store? Do you wear swishy skirts and voluminous trousers in varying prints and colours? Do you love candles, incense, crystals and wind chimes? Then you’re most like Sybil Trelawney. 

Trelawney may have been best known for her slightly dodgy Seer skills, but she also knew how to live that boho life. Her appearance may have seemed eccentric, but it was a carefully crafted image – from the many shawls she layered upon herself, to her classroom which was draped in scarves and filled with sweet aromas. So, if you’re a fan of the free-spirit vibe, you’re in good company.

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

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Not a Ravenclaw? Don’t worry – we will be taking a look at all the Hogwarts houses. Remember to keep an eye out for next week’s article which is all about those loyal Hufflepuffs.

What if Ginny Weasley had never possessed Tom Riddle's diary?

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2

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Before we dive into what could have happened, let’s look at why the diary was so significant in the first place…

When we initially come across Tom Riddle’s diary in *Chamber of Secrets*, we are unaware of just how powerful an object it truly is. At first the diary bought from a Muggle stationary shop seems harmless. The pages are blank after all… but we soon learn there is more to this journal than meets the eye.

Soon we are taken into the diary and shown the memories of Tom Riddle. The diary wants us to believe it was Hagrid who had opened the Chamber of Secrets and Tom who had stopped him. Of course, at this point we were still unaware that Tom was Voldemort. However, when Ginny is taken to the Chamber and Harry goes to rescue her, we soon realise that this is a rather insidious artefact, and that this sentiment applies to its original owner too. 

It was Tom Riddle who had found the Chamber of Secrets during his time at Hogwarts, and it was he who opened it – which led to the death of a student. Having been worried that Hogwarts would be closed because of this murder, Tom pinned the blame on someone else and abandoned his current plan to finish Salazar Slytherin’s work. Instead, he left an enchanted diary which would complete the mission in the future by possessing and manipulating an innocent soul, such as Ginny, to do his dirty work.

If it wasn’t for Harry’s timely intervention, Ginny would have died, and Hogwarts would have closed. When Harry destroyed the diary, he wasn’t just getting rid of an awful object but was also destroying a part of Voldemort’s soul – as the diary turned out to be a Horcrux. 

Yet none of this may have happened if Lucius Malfoy hadn’t slipped the diary into Ginny’s book in the first place. While the Chamber of Secrets remaining sealed would have been a good thing… we can’t help but wonder what impact it would have had on the rest of the story. Would it have changed Ginny? Would it have had an impact on her relationship with Harry? Most importantly, what would it mean for the destruction of Voldemort?

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## Would the Chamber of Secrets have reopened? 
When Tom Riddle created the Horcrux out of his diary, he probably didn’t have an exact idea of when it would be used to open the Chamber of Secrets again. In fact, it wasn’t his decision to open it at all. That was all down to Lucius Malfoy and his vindictive desire to get one over on Arthur Weasley. We think it is pretty safe to say that there is a fair chance that the Chamber would have remained closed in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts. We also reckon that could have extended to Harry’s entire time at school. We highly doubt that there was any pupil at Hogwarts who would have had the capability to open the Chamber, even if they did have strong anti Muggle-born views (like Draco Malfoy for instance). So, without the diary we reckon it might have stayed shut.

We also think that the Chamber may not have been opened if the diary had come into the possession of someone who wasn’t as vulnerable as Ginny. For Tom Riddle's plan to work, he required an innocent soul who needed a friend. They had to pour themselves into the diary and be completely open. If they were guarded, he might not have been able to possess them and force them to carry out his plan. He also needed someone who would be too frightened to own up to what was happening or ask for help. Ultimately, the person who owned the diary could not suspect its true motives. While we don’t deny that there could have been other students who were susceptible, at that moment, Ginny was the perfect target.

Nevertheless, we’re not saying that it could never have been opened at another moment in time. Lucius Malfoy didn’t seem to understand just how valuable the diary actually was to Voldemort or that it contained a piece of his soul. He just thought it was an excellent way to get rid of Muggle-borns. So, even though he was supposed to take care of it, we imagine he wouldn’t have been able to pass up on an opportunity to try and have the Chamber of Secrets opened again. He might not have chosen Ginny, but he still would have given it a go in the years before Voldemort returned to power.

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## Would the sword of Gryffindor have been so important?
The sword of Gryffindor was integral to the plot of the *Chamber of Secrets* – it was what killed the Basilisk. And as the sword is Goblin-made, it was built to imbibe only that which makes it stronger. Therefore, when the sword was used to kill the King of Serpents, it became impregnated with its venom. Now this made the sword an invaluable object as Basilisk venom is one of the very few substances that can obliterate a Horcrux. Without it, the sword would not have been powerful enough to destroy one. If Ginny hadn’t opened the Chamber of Secrets, Harry would probably have been oblivious to the sword, and it would not have been as important. 

It was not just the hunt for Horcruxes that made this sword so special, it was also because of what it symbolised. If Harry hadn’t known about it, he may never have had the reassurance that he belonged in Gryffindor. It was the discussion he had with Dumbledore, after he returned from the Chamber (with the sword), that led him to realise that it is our choices rather than our abilities that make us who we are. Without it, his worries about his Slytherin traits would probably have become worse and made life even more difficult for him.

Ultimately, we reckon that the sword of Gryffindor would not have been an important element in the stories if Ginny didn’t have the diary. Harry would probably not have encountered it. Even if he had come across it, it would not have been a crucial tool in the Horcrux hunt but a rather beautiful, if decorative, object.

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## Would the trio have had more trouble hunting Horcruxes and defeating Voldemort? 
We’ve briefly touched upon the importance of the sword of Gryffindor as a means to destroy Horcruxes and with that in mind, the short answer would be yes. 

If Ginny didn’t have the diary, the subsequent events would not have occurred, and this would have left our trio with no means of getting rid of the Horcruxes. While we know there are other ways of disposing of one, it requires magic that is very powerful and often unstable. Fiendfyre is one example of this. Though, as we saw with the death of Crabbe, it was incredibly dangerous and almost uncontrollable – even Hermione didn’t think she had the skill to handle it. 
We also think that even if the trio had been able to discover another method for destroying Horcruxes, it would have taken them a long time to figure it out and even if Voldemort wasn’t victorious, he would have remained powerful for a much longer period of time.  

It is also possible that Voldemort may never have been destroyed. Without the discovery of the diary, Dumbledore and Harry may never have known about the piece of Voldemort’s soul concealed in it. As someone who hated everything to do with Muggles, it seemed like an odd choice of Horcrux for him. It certainly went against his regular pattern of wanting to use objects that almost seemed like trophies – such as Slytherin’s Locket or Ravenclaw’s Diadem. 

Similarly, if Lucius Malfoy had held onto it for a couple more years, the diary would have been back in Voldemort’s grasp and much harder to access. We doubt that Voldemort would have let something so important out of his sight once he knew that his Horcruxes were under threat. We also don’t know if Harry, Ron and Hermione would have been able to get close enough to take it from his possession.

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## Would Ginny not have become as strong a witch? 
This is an interesting question. There is no doubt that Ginny came away from her experience with the diary and the Chamber of Secrets as a more resilient and wiser person. It was Ginny who was incredulous in *Half-Blood Prince*, when she found out that Harry had been taking orders from something someone wrote in a book. She knew just how dangerous it could be because of her experience and was a lot warier and a lot less naïve when it came to objects of unknown origin. 

Furthermore, the aftermath of this event probably forced Ginny to develop quite a tough skin. As we learn in *Cursed Child*, Ginny was shunned by her peers for a long time and probably felt quite isolated. But rather than letting that incident crush her, she remained confident and put on a cheery face – even though she still carried the weight of that horrific ordeal. 

Yet, we reckon Ginny would still have been as fierce and as strong even if she hadn’t had been through any of that. This was the witch who had been breaking into the Weasley’s broom shed since the age of six and taking each of her brothers’ brooms in turn to practice. She was also determined to be in the thick of things – whether that was as a member of Dumbledore’s Army, fighting underage in the Battle of Hogwarts or her schemes with Fred and George. Ginny Weasley had always been a strong and capable witch. While this incident may have influenced her personality – it didn’t change who she was.

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## Would Ginny and Harry have ever become a couple?
We are pretty certain that Harry and Ginny would have still become a couple. Even if the Chamber of Secrets had not been opened, they still would have been very involved in each other’s lives. She was the sister of his best friend. She was also a fellow Gryffindor. They were both members of Dumbledore’s Army. They both played for the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Their similarities were still there, and we reckon the attraction would have still grown. 

It’s also worth remembering that it wasn’t Harry rescuing Ginny that sparked her crush on him – she was already smitten. She was the one who (probably) sent him a Valentine’s Day card before the events of the Chamber of Secrets, and she had always been flustered and giddy in his presence. Harry saving her may have reinforced those feelings, but they certainly didn’t cause them.

That’s not to say that the diary didn’t have any impact on their relationship. When Ginny was being shunned, it was Harry that reached out to her in the Gryffindor common room and asked her to play a game of Exploding Snap. Even as an adult she recalls how important that gesture was to her – and how it made her feel loved. 

Overall, we think Harry and Ginny would have still been together. They had such similar interests, and their temperaments were well suited. They both were excellent at supporting one another and knowing what each other needed. They handled decisions maturely – like their temporary break up when Harry went to hunt Horcruxes. So, we reckon that even without that awful shared experience, they still would have had many more moments where they would have got to know each other. 

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Do you agree with our thoughts? What do you think would have happened if Ginny had never been in possession of Tom Riddle’s diary?

Explore more ‘what if’ scenarios with us, such as…

[What if Remus Lupin had never become a werewolf?](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/what-if-remus-lupin-was-never-werewolf)

[What if Neville had become the Chosen One?](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/what-if-neville-was-the-chosen-one)

Important moments from the Battle of the Department of Mysteries

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## When we realised Sirius didn’t need saving…
Harry had, as Hermione described, a ‘saving-people thing’. If he believed someone was in danger, then he would do whatever it took to save them – with little regard for his own safety. However, his need to protect people meant that he was very reluctant to ask for help or put others in risky situations. So, when he raced to save Sirius without thinking and discovered it was all a ploy, we knew that it would devastate him. Not only had he been tricked, but he had led his friends straight into a trap…

>‘Harry?’ said Hermione again.
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>‘What?’ he snarled.
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>‘I ... I don’t think Sirius is here.’
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>Nobody spoke. Harry did not want to look at any of them. He felt sick. He did not understand why Sirius was not here. He had to be here. This was where he, Harry, had seen him ... 
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>He ran up the space at the end of the rows, staring down them. Empty aisle after empty aisle flickered past. He ran the other way, back past his staring companions. There was no sign of Sirius anywhere, nor any hint of a struggle. 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When we heard there was a prophecy…
We’ve known from the very beginning that Harry’s parents were killed by Voldemort. However, it wasn’t until this moment that we thought to ask why they had been targeted and hunted down. The small glass orb he held in his hand could have been both the answer to his questions and the reason his life turned out the way it did – and the power of that cannot be underestimated. 

>‘And why did he want to steal a prophecy about me?’ 
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>‘About both of you, Potter, about both of you ... haven’t you ever wondered why the Dark Lord tried to kill you as a baby?’ 
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>Harry stared into the slitted eye-holes through which Malfoy’s grey eyes were gleaming. Was this prophecy the reason Harry’s parents had died, the reason he carried his lightning-bolt scar? Was the answer to all of this clutched in his hand? 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When a Death Eater had an unfortunate run in with Time…
The Department of Mysteries held so many, well… mysteries. The magic that was found there was unlike any we had come across before. One particularly disturbing, yet fascinating, piece that we came across was when a Death Eater fell into the bell jar and Harry, Neville and Hermione watched in horror as a grotesque transformation took place. Of course, Hermione was the first to realise what it actually was...

>‘Look out!’ said Neville, horrified. He was staring at the Death Eater’s head in the bell jar. All three of them raised their wands again, but none of them struck: they were all gazing, open-mouthed, appalled, at what was happening to the man’s head. 
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>It was shrinking very fast, growing balder and balder, the black hair and stubble retracting into his skull; his cheeks becoming smooth, his skull round and covered with a peachlike fuzz…
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>A baby’s head now sat grotesquely on top of the thick, muscled neck of the Death Eater as he struggled to get up again; but even as they watched, their mouths open, the head began to swell to its previous proportions again; thick black hair was sprouting from the pate and chin…
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>‘It’s Time,’ said Hermione in an awestruck voice. ‘Time ...’ 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When we didn’t know if Hermione was alive…
One of the scariest moments in the Department of Mysteries was when we didn’t know the fate of Hermione. Having been by Harry’s side since the very beginning, the thought of losing such a brilliant character (at the hands of an unimportant Death Eater) was too horrible to contemplate. While we now know that she thankfully survived, we couldn’t help but feel as terrified and worried as Harry did as he watched her be struck down.

>‘Well done, Ha––’ 
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>But the Death Eater Hermione had just struck dumb made a sudden slashing movement with his wand; a streak of what looked like purple flame passed right across Hermione’s chest. She gave a tiny ‘Oh!’ as though of surprise and crumpled on to the floor, where she lay motionless. 
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>‘HERMIONE!’ 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When Ron was attacked by a brain…
This was another stomach churning and gross moment. Having been hit by a spell that had made him giddy and not in his right mind, Ron decided to use a Summoning Charm in the room full of brains to take a closer look at one of them. What happened next was something straight out of a horror movie and another example of why that particular Ministry department should be considered highly dangerous.

>‘Ha ha ha, Harry, look at it –’ said Ron, watching it disgorge its gaudy innards, ‘Harry, come and touch it; bet it’s weird –’ 
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>‘RON, NO!’ 
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>Harry did not know what would happen if Ron touched the tentacles of thought now flying behind the brain, but he was sure it would not be anything good. He darted forwards but Ron had already caught the brain in his outstretched hands. 
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>The moment they made contact with his skin, the tentacles began wrapping themselves around Ron’s arms like ropes. 
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>‘Harry, look what’s happen– No – no – I don’t like it – no, stop – stop –’ 
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>But the thin ribbons were spinning around Ron’s chest now; he tugged and tore at them as the brain was pulled tight against him like an octopus’s body. 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When Neville and Bellatrix came face to face…
Neville Longbottom’s backstory is incredibly tragic. To know that your mum and dad were tortured into insanity must be difficult to live with. We can’t imagine how painful it would be to have parents that are still physically alive but who have no sense of who they or you are. Then to come face to face with the person responsible for that, is just horrendous. Yet, Neville faced Bellatrix and didn’t break – even when she used the same curse on him that had destroyed his family. That moment was a true testament to Neville’s bravery.

>‘Longbottom?’ repeated Bellatrix, and a truly evil smile lit her gaunt face. ‘Why, I have had the pleasure of meeting your parents, boy.’ 
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>‘I DOE YOU HAB!’ roared Neville, and he fought so hard against his captor’s encircling grip that the Death Eater shouted, ‘Someone Stun him!’ 
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>‘No, no, no,’ said Bellatrix. She looked transported, alive with excitement as she glanced at Harry, then back at Neville. ‘No, let’s see how long Longbottom lasts before he cracks like his parents ... unless Potter wants to give us the prophecy.’ 
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>‘DON’D GIB ID DO DEM!’ roared Neville, who seemed beside himself, kicking and writhing as Bellatrix drew nearer to him and his captor, her wand raised. ‘DON’D GIB ID DO DEM, HARRY!’ 
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>Bellatrix raised her wand. ‘Crucio!’ 
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>Neville screamed, his legs drawn up to his chest so that the Death Eater holding him was momentarily holding him off the ground. The Death Eater dropped him and he fell to the floor, twitching and screaming in agony. 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When the Order of the Phoenix appeared…
As the handful of Dumbledore’s Army members who had accompanied Harry were struck down one by one, the situation seemed dire. It looked as though the Death Eaters were going to walk away with what they wanted… and we doubt they would have left survivors. So, when the Order of the Phoenix burst through into the room with the archway, our hearts lifted. Finally, there was a glimmer of hope…

>Then, high above them, two more doors burst open and five more people sprinted into the room: Sirius, Lupin, Moody, Tonks and Kingsley. 
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>Malfoy turned, and raised his wand, but Tonks had already sent a Stunning Spell right at him. Harry did not wait to see whether it had made contact, but dived off the dais out of the way. The Death Eaters were completely distracted by the appearance of the members of the Order, who were now raining spells down upon them as they jumped from step to step towards the sunken floor.
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When Sirius fell through the veil…
The hope that was inspired by the arrival of the Order soon gave way to total devastation when Sirius Black was killed. The moment he fell through the veil was unbearably awful and we couldn’t believe that Harry has lost yet another parental figure. The fact that he had rushed to Harry’s aid in the same way Harry had tried to go to his just added yet another layer of tragedy to this situation – especially as this horrible night could have been avoided…

>Only one pair was still battling, apparently unaware of the new arrival. Harry saw Sirius duck Bellatrix’s jet of red light: he was laughing at her. 
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>‘Come on, you can do better than that!’ he yelled, his voice echoing around the cavernous room. 
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>The laughter had not quite died from his face, but his eyes widened in shock. 
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>Harry released Neville, though he was unaware of doing so. He was jumping down the steps again, pulling out his wand, as Dumbledore, too, turned towards the dais. 
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>It seemed to take Sirius an age to fall: his body curved in a graceful arc as he sank backwards through the ragged veil hanging from the arch. 
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> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When Dumbledore and Voldemort duelled… 
To have two of the most powerful wizards in wizarding history battle each other in the Ministry of Magic was both terrible and awesome. We had never seen Voldemort and Dumbledore come face to face in such a way and the resulting skirmish could only be described as epic…

>There was a burst of flame in midair above Dumbledore just as Voldemort reappeared, standing on the plinth in the middle of the pool where so recently the five statues had stood. 
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>‘Look out!’ Harry yelled. 
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>Fawkes swooped down in front of Dumbledore, opened his beak wide and swallowed the jet of green light whole: he burst into flame and fell to the floor, small, wrinkled and flightless. At the same moment, Dumbledore brandished his wand in one long, fluid movement – the snake, which had been an instant from sinking its fangs into him, flew high into the air and vanished in a wisp of dark smoke; and the water in the pool rose up and covered Voldemort like a cocoon of molten glass. 
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>For a few seconds Voldemort was visible only as a dark, rippling, faceless figure, shimmering and indistinct upon the plinth, clearly struggling to throw off the suffocating mass – 
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>Then he was gone and the water fell with a crash back into its pool, slopping wildly over the sides, drenching the polished floor. 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When Cornelius Fudge could no longer deny the return of Voldemort…
The moment that the obstinate and weak Minister for Magic finally acknowledged the return of Voldemort, we breathed a sigh of relief. Harry and Dumbledore had been vilified for an entire year because this fool had refused to believe them and poisoned many others against them. So, to see Fudge finally have to face the truth was very cathartic.

>‘He was there!’ shouted a scarlet-robed man with a ponytail, who was pointing at a pile of golden rubble on the other side of the hall, where Bellatrix had lain trapped only moments before. ‘I saw him, Mr Fudge, I swear it was You-Know-Who, he grabbed a woman and Disapparated!’ 
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>‘I know, Williamson, I know, I saw him too!’ gibbered Fudge, who was wearing pyjamas under his pinstriped cloak and was gasping as though he had just run miles. ‘Merlin’s beard – here – here! – in the Ministry of Magic! – great heavens above – it doesn’t seem possible – my word – how can this be –?’ 
> *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

Which Gryffindor are you most like?

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## If you’re kind, brave and would do anything for those you love… you’re like Lily Potter
Even though we never met Lily Potter, whenever anybody spoke about her, we couldn’t help but be struck by her kind-heartedness. Whether she was charming Horace Slughorn with a pet fish named Francis or reaching out a hand of friendship to Severus Snape – her deepest nature was unfailingly generous and warm. 

However, that didn’t mean she was a pushover. Lily was extremely brave and would do anything to protect those she loved. She chastised James for being cruel towards Snape, firmly told Severus calling her a Mudblood was completely unacceptable and ultimately gave up her life to save Harry’s. 

If you’re like Lily, we can imagine that you’re someone who always looks for the good in people but also doesn’t allow anyone to take advantage of that kindness. We also reckon you are someone who defends those they cherish, no matter what, and ensuring their wellbeing is what is most important to you.


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## If you’re very passionate about your hobbies… you’re like Arthur Weasley
Are you someone who is happiest when tinkering away at a project in the garden shed? Do you collect knickknacks like they’re going out of fashion? Have you ever had to rein yourself in from constantly talking about your love of stamp-collecting, model trains, bird watching or whatever your passion is? If this sounds anything like you, then you’re most like Arthur Weasley. 

Whether it’s a flying car or a spark plug, nothing makes our favourite wizarding world dad happier than taking apart or modifying a Muggle object. In fact, he enjoys it so much he has even been known to risk incurring the wrath of Molly when things go slightly (well… a lot) awry – like the time his sons liberated the modified Ford Anglia to rescue Harry…


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## If you’re intelligent, witty and don’t suffer fools gladly… you’re like Minerva McGonagall 
Professor Minerva McGonagall can seem like an imposing figure – and for good reason. Her magical ability, intelligence, no-nonsense attitude and wit all made for one inspiring witch. It doesn’t matter if she was teaching a lesson, fighting Dark wizards or simply offering Harry a biscuit – Minerva McGonagall did it all in an impressively no-nonsense style. 

We imagine you’re just like Minerva if you have a reputation for being averse to all things airy fairy and twee, you have a sense of humour that is drier than a desert, you find yourself rolling your eyes when someone doesn’t get to the point quick enough and you regularly impress people with your knowledge and logical thinking. 

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## If you’ve grown into someone you can be proud of… you’re like James Potter
People are always growing and changing – nobody remains the same forever. Sometimes the person you were a year or two ago is completely different to the person you are today. And sometimes that change can be an incredibly positive thing. James Potter is certainly someone who demonstrated this. He went from being a bully with an arrogant streak to someone who stood against Voldemort and was worthy of Lily Evan’s love. By the time James died, he was an incredible husband, father and wizard.

If you have done some growing up in the last few years, changed something you didn’t like about your personality and are now a version of yourself that you are proud of, we think you’re most like James Potter… and you shouldn’t underestimate what an achievement it is to have come so far.

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## If you always do what is right, rather than what is popular… you’re like Hermione Granger
When Hermione Granger was in her third year at Hogwarts, she told Professor McGonagall that Harry had been given a Firebolt broomstick for Christmas – but worryingly, they didn’t know who from. McGonagall agreed it was concerning and confiscated it to check it hadn’t been tampered with. Harry and Ron stopped talking to Hermione for weeks. They had tried to shout down her concerns from the moment she raised them. However, that didn’t stop her from doing what she believed to be right and in the best interests of her friend – despite knowing it would ruffle a few feathers. 

If you’re someone who values doing the right thing even if others disagree, you’re most like Hermione. We imagine you’re not afraid to challenge the views of your friends and family or turn down an opportunity that goes against your morals, and we’re confident that you never just settle for doing the easy thing but always follow your conscience.


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## If you’re someone who is daring, exciting and really rather cool… you’re like Bill Weasley
Are you someone that finds themselves with quite a few admirers? Have you noticed that sometimes people try to mimic your style? Are you perpetually laidback? And do you pick up on new skills with ease? Then we reckon you are most like the oldest Weasley sibling. 

Bill Weasley is a bit of a rock star. With his long hair, his earring and his job as a curse-breaker – he was just the coolest. From gadding around the pyramids of Egypt on curse-breaking adventures, to dismissing Rita Skeeter’s ‘long-haired pillock’ barb with casual grace, to smashing his exams and becoming Head Boy – he made everything look awesome and effortless. He even managed to convince the brilliant and beautiful Fleur Delacour to marry him, and they definitely made a striking pair. 


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Not a Gryffindor? Don’t worry – we will be taking a look at all the Hogwarts houses. Remember to keep an eye out for next week’s article which is all about those clever Ravenclaws.

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Introducing week one: the magic begins

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So here we are! Right at the beginning of reading *Harry Potter and the Philosopher's/Sorcerer's Stone* with you. If this is your first time, your 100th time, or maybe your first time introducing it to someone else... join us as we dive into the wizarding world alongside Harry to begin this adventure together. 

This week, we are looking at __chapters 1-3.__ [Take a look.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/week-one-the-magic-begins)

So! Learn how to play our chapter challenges if you haven't seen them before (one for every chapter, naturally) and even build your own Hogwarts house points jar so you can play games and challenges as you read along with us. The first three are now live here...

[Chapter One: The Boy Who Lived](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/harry-potter-philosophers-stone-chapter-challenge-one-the-boy-who-lived) 
[Chapter Two: The Vanishing Glass](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/harry-potter-philosophers-stone-chapter-challenge-two-the-vanishing-glass) 
[Chapter Three: The Letters from No One](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/harry-potter-philosophers-stone-chapter-challenge-three-the-letters-from-no-one) 

You can also listen to one of our favourite clips from the first three chapters. This week, we're listening to the moment where Albus Dumbledore, Minerva McGonagall and Rubeus Hagrid set foot on Privet Drive for the first time. You can enjoy weekly snippets from the first book, as read by the UK's original audiobook narrator, Stephen Fry, wrapped up in a beautiful new animation.

Listen to our [first audio clip here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/philosophers-stone-extract-week-one)

And that's certainly not all. Explore our collection page to find new activities, puzzles, reading guides and print-outs from Harry Potter publishers Bloomsbury and Scholastic. 

There's also craft videos (this week we encourage you to make paper version of owls!) handy articles if you're reading the book to someone younger who may have questions... and much much more.

Join us next week when we'll __explore Chapters 3-6__. And don't worry if you're tempted to rush ahead! We'll see you when we get there.

All the pins available so far in the Harry Potter Fan Club 

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For Pin Seekers who have already started their collections, you can [download this tick list](https://downloads.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/1fX5jFvn5bY2Vnf8AcnYj8/ce7326660960fc94e8d6d951d6e5e66f/Pin_seeking_PDF_2021_7_6.pdf) here to see how many you’ve gathered up so far.

Although, take heed: this guide includes some of our previous limited-edition pins that are no longer available. 

Below, you can [find a list of all our current available pins and pin sets.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/store?path=/collections/pin-seeking&passthrough=true) So, what do we have so far?  

## House sets 


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When you meet someone in your life who is a Harry Potter fan, chances are the first thing you ask them is what their Hogwarts house is. Our Hogwarts house-themed sets invite you to wear your house pride like a badge of honour, with these special box sets celebrating Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw.

Each set has six pins within its box, which represent different facets of a Hogwarts house – such as their animal, a magical artefact associated with it, and even their representative Hogwarts ghost. 

You can peruse these highly collectible sets here, for [Gryffindor](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/first-edition-gryffindor-enamel-pin-set?_pos=58&_sid=1123dd6e1&_ss=r), [Slytherin](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/first-edition-slytherin-enamel-pin-set?pr_prod_strat=copurchase&pr_rec_pid=6363971256489&pr_ref_pid=6363970470057&pr_seq=uniform), [Ravenclaw](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/second-edition-ravenclaw-enamel-pins-set?pr_prod_strat=description&pr_rec_pid=6785548746921&pr_ref_pid=6363970470057&pr_seq=uniform) and [Hufflepuff](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/second-edition-hufflepuff-enamel-pins-set?pr_prod_strat=description&pr_rec_pid=6785548779689&pr_ref_pid=6785548746921&pr_seq=uniform) respectively.

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## Shops of the Wizarding World 

Our latest collection looks at all the weird and wonderful shops that Harry encounters during the stories, throughout the two main shopping districts, Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley. Our new 6-pin set examines some of our favourite wizarding world shops in exquisite detail, from Eeylops Owl Emporium to Quality Quidditch Supplies.

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[Take a look at the whole lot here. ](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/shops-of-the-wizarding-world-pin-set)

## Hogwarts Pets  

When a student attends Hogwarts, they are traditionally allowed to bring an owl, toad or cat, such as Harry’s owl, Hedwig or Neville’s adventurous toad, Trevor. But there are a couple of others that snuck in, such as [Arnold the Pygmy Puff](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/arnold-enamel-pin) and [Scabbers the rat](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/scabbers-enamel-pin). Even Hagrid had one conventional pet – [Fang the slightly skittish boarhound. ](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/fang-enamel-pin)

If you’re an animal lover, you can browse a selection of individual pins celebrating the [Hogwarts pets in the shop.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/store?path=/collections/pin-seeking&passthrough=true)

If you’re a Gold Member, you are currently eligible to our Hogwarts Pet Set, which comes with an exclusive pin not available individually – our lovely, ginger feline friend, Crookshanks. So, if you’re wondering where he’s got to, you’ll find him lurking in here.

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Of course, if there is one particular pin you have your eye on, you can also take a look at our individual pins, featured in several of our pin sets. And we have a few upcoming additions that pin seekers may wish to add to their growing collections. Such as...

## The Bejewelled Niffler Pin 

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One of our most recent pins celebrates Newt Scamander’s cheeky companion, the Niffler. Our snouted hero from *Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them* even comes with his own jewelled accessories, which pin seekers can wear alongside. 

[Check him out here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/store?path=%2Fproducts%2Fthe-bejewelled-niffler-pin&passthrough=true&utm_source=wwd_web&utm_medium=hero&utm_campaign=niffler_pin)

And there you have it, for now. Keep checking in on wizardingworld.com to learn when new pins become available, or keep visiting this article, which we’ll update when there’s more pins to share. To browse absolutely everything, take a look at the [Pin Seeking Collection in the shop.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/store?path=/collections/pin-seeking&passthrough=true)

Discussion Guide: Finding Strength in Harry Potter

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In this discussion guide, you'll learn all about the themes of *Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone/Sorcerer's Stone* - from feeling different to building communities. 

Created by Scholastic, this reading guide is perfect for parents/carers to use as they help along new readers through the first book. Expect to find questions, topics to talk about and interesting thought exercises. So, feel free to download [the full guide](https://www.scholastic.com/content/dam/parents/Printables/PDFs/Scholastic_FindingStrengthinHP.pdf) and experience the first Harry Potter adventure in a fresh way! 

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[You can download the full guide right here.](https://www.scholastic.com/content/dam/parents/Printables/PDFs/Scholastic_FindingStrengthinHP.pdf)

How much magic can children do before they go to school? 

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The main condition for getting into Hogwarts is that you have the ability to produce magic. Obviously, children don’t use a wand until they attend wizarding school – so this magic is not controlled. Instead, young witches and wizards will demonstrate they are magical by doing something accidentally, often when they are scared or angry.

Strange things happened to Harry before he attended Hogwarts, which he could not explain at the time. When Aunt Petunia gave him a terrible haircut, it grew back overnight. Another time when Aunt Petunia tried to force Harry into a horrible hand-me-down jumper, it shrank. And when Dudley and his gang chased Harry, he found himself out of their reach and up on the roof of the school. Finally, when Dudley thumped Harry in front of the snake in the reptile house at the zoo, the glass vanished. While Harry didn’t know it at the time, he was using his magic. 

It’s not only children who are unaware of the wizarding world that do unintentional magic. In fact, Neville Longbottom’s family were so desperate for him to show any signs of magical ability they tried to force it out of him. He was pushed off Blackpool pier by his great-uncle Algie – though nothing magical happened then. He was also dropped out of a window by the same great-uncle. However, this time he bounced all the way down the garden and into the road, showing that he did have magical capabilities after all. 

So, before children go to wizarding school, they do have magic – which seems to be driven by their emotions. Nevertheless, they don’t have a way to channel or control it, as they don’t have a magic wand. 

__We'll be asking more questions about the wizarding world as more pages of the first book unfold for you! Keep joining us for [Harry Potter Reading Magic ](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/starting-harry-potter)for more ponderings soon.__

Who would your wizarding fashion inspiration be?

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## If you have a fun and punky vibe … your inspiration would be Nymphadora Tonks
The great thing about being a Metamorphmagus is that you don’t have to stick to one particular style. Tonks certainly didn’t. But while she liked to change up her appearance, she never lost her punky vibe. Whether she was rocking different hair in various shades of pink and purple, looking fierce in her chunky black boots, or wearing The Weird Sisters band T-shirt with distressed jeans – she always looked cool. If you’re the type of person that likes to have fun with fashion, keeps a bit of an edge and doesn’t take how they look too seriously, then Tonks would be your style inspiration.

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## If you have a flair for the dramatic… your inspiration would be Albus Dumbledore
Albus Dumbledore certainly knows how to make an entrance. With his glorious beard and splendid robes, in opulent fabrics like velvet and silk – he’s certainly earned his reputation as one very stylish wizard. He’s never afraid to wear an extravagant outfit, whatever the occasion, and we doubt he would mind if people stopped and stared. So, if you like to put yourself out there when it comes to fashion, love big statement pieces and carry your outfits with confidence, then Dumbledore is the fashion icon for you. 

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## If you’re a fan of all things twee… your inspiration would be Dolores Umbridge
Dolores Umbridge was a heinous woman, but she definitely had her own style. Who can forget her signature pink? Or her penchant for bows? Her style screamed warm, fuzzy and twee. So, if your wardrobe is full of sugary hues, then Umbridge is probably your fashion icon. However, just because you share a love of all things kitsch, it doesn’t mean you share any of her other personality traits. While Umbridge’s insidious nature always managed to seep out, no matter how cute her outfit was, we don’t reckon it would be the same for you. In fact, we think you would pull-off such a look with aplomb – bows and all. 

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## If you keep up with the latest styles… your inspiration would be Gilderoy Lockhart
Are you somebody that likes to keep ahead of the latest trends? Do you always like to look your best, with no hair out of place? Do you think it is important to take pride in your appearance? Then your style icon is Gilderoy Lockhart. With his (five time) award-winning smile, perfectly coiffed hair and robes in luxurious fabrics and beautiful colours – Lockhart is one stylish wizard. It doesn’t matter whether he’s frolicking in the halls of Hogwarts or signing books in Flourish and Blotts, Lockhart always looks on point – and he knows it.

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## If you’re a fan of knitwear… your inspiration would be the Weasleys
The Weasley family may not immediately spring to mind when you think of the fashion icons of the wizarding world. But they should – and it’s all down to their excellent array of knitwear. Molly Weasley is certainly talented and the ever-growing collection of Weasley jumpers is testament to that. Who can’t admire a well-knitted maroon or emerald-green garment? So, if you like nothing better than wrapping up warm in your finest jumper, cardigan or sweater vest, we can imagine that you would be thrilled upon receiving one of Molly Weasley’s signature knits. 

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## If you have an eccentric and unique look… your inspiration would be Luna Lovegood
Luna Lovegood is a real individual. Whether she is wearing her Spectrespecs, Butterbeer cork necklace, radish earrings or all three at once – there’s nobody with a style quite like Luna’s. We can imagine that if Luna is your icon, then you’re the type of person who enjoys finding one-of-a-kind pieces in vintage shops, is unafraid of clashing prints, doesn’t like to adhere to mainstream fashion and knows how to create your own colourful accessories. We can just see the two of you now, discussing where to find the best vegetable shaped earrings and creating unique homemade accessories.