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As far as works of fiction go, the Harry Potter books are pretty mild.
Sure, the books do get a LITTLE bit darker as the story goes on..But you’d never go so far as to deem it SATANIC or something..Right?
Well, as it happens, many people DO think this way (I know, nuts), and ever since the first book hit the shelves in the late ‘90s, there have been waves of controversies surrounding the series—including some truly outrageous claims… Like Harry Potter being somehow synonymous with devil worship.
And that’s just one of these flagrant claims.
One asserts that the Harry Potter books act as an “open doorway that will put untold millions of kids into hell”
Another claims that that the books are “worse than rat poison mixed with orange soda”
And one religious figure even made the bold proclamation that: "Behind Harry Potter hides the signature of the king of the darkness, the devil.”
These are REAL quotes.
But..Now the question is: Are these assertions substantiated in ANY WAY?
Today, we’re going to be tackling this topic head-on—unpacking why so many people believed Harry Potter served as a gateway to hell, what unfolded in the wake of these controversies, and why, despite all the backlash, the series not only survived…But became a global phenomenon.
Let’s dive in to it.
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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory, Another month. Another batch of Harry Potter news.
And as it turns out, there’s actually been quite a lot happening, from Hogwarts Legacy to the HBO Show to…Original cast members?
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I’ve done a lot of spell videos. The most powerful, the most dangerous, the hardest to cast, but one I’ve always wanted to make involves taking a look at the most… Messed up.
Not the deadliest. Not the flashiest. But the kind of spell that makes you question why someone would even invent it in the first place.
Fortunately I’ve gone down the spell rabbit hole pretty deep- I’ve even made an entire video covering every single spell in the Wizarding World. So I’ve got a pretty solid grasp on the full spellbook.
Which is why today, we’re shining a light on the most messed up, demented spells the Wizarding World has to offer—spells that exist to inflict pain, humiliation, and sometimes just pure, senseless suffering.
Instead of focusing on the obvious ones, my goal for this video will be to dig deeper into the cruel, obscure, and morally bankrupt curses, hexes, and jinxes that most of you probably haven’t even heard of.
But before we get stuck in, I do want to highlight one consideration: Sometimes, it’s not about what the spell is inherently—it’s about how it’s used. Something that seems harmless on the outside—like a spell used to mend a broken teacup can quickly become a tool of torment in the wrong hands.
Anyway..
Let’s dive into it.
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What if I told you that there was a witch from Harry Potter lore that, despite possessing levels of power similar to the founders of Hogwarts..No one really talks about.
This witch, known more commonly for her title as a ‘sorceress’ was known for her extraordinary magical abilities—so much so that her name became legend, even beyond the wizarding world. Her mastery over spells and enchantments rivaled that of the most powerful sorcerers in history, yet for some reason, she remains overlooked in most discussions of magic.
But who was this witch? And why has her legacy faded into obscurity?
Today we’ll be discussing all of that and more.
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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. It’s during the first book/film, the Philosopher’s Stone, that Harry is first introduced to the Wizarding World. And upon his first discovery of this magical realm, he’s filled with both excitement and confusion.
“Harry - Yer a Wizard”
“I’m a what?” Gasped Harry
This was a boy who had, for all his waking years, endured a painfully DULL and oppressive life at 4 Privet drive alongside the Dursleys. And now, suddenly, in a single moment, an entire magical world seems to be calling his name.
Potions. Spells. Magical Creatures. Magic Wands. All of it.
And this sudden revelation of a hidden world offered not only a glimmer of hope—but also the promise of a life far beyond the ordinary.
And what does Harry go and do?
CAST absolutely no spells for the entire first film.
No, really. Harry Potter, the BOY WHO LIVED, Voldemort SLAYER- doesn’t cast ANYTHING.
But.... What about when he.... And that time when they were...
Nope. Nothing.
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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we’ll be discussing fan theories regarding what people THINK Harry Potter did to Voldemort in order to defeat him, as well as what ACTUALLY took place during The Battle of Hogwarts.
Before we can dive into fan theories and accurately analyse the final duel that takes place between Harry and the Dark Lord, we must first understand the many things that NEEDED to happen in order to make Harry’s victory over Voldemort possible.
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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we’ll be discussing why Gellert Grindelwald, the notorious dark wizard and former friend of Albus Dumbledore, told Voldemort a big fat lie that would change the course of Wizarding History.
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When navigating the Wizarding World through the perspective of a Muggle, there are a lot of things that might raise a few eyebrows.
Some in a morally dubious sense—and others simply because of how unbelievably astonishing they are.
But in my view, there is perhaps nothing more sinister or baffling than the notion of a love potion (and that’s quite a statement given what’s out there)
Think about it: it’s a potion that you give to someone… and it makes them fall INVOLUNTARILY in love with you.
For just a second- consider the power you could have over someone with this- one sip from a potion and they’re infatuated with you. And all of this only feels even more bizarre when you consider the fact that we’re CONSTANTLY reminded of how POWERFUL the force of love truly is in the Wizarding World.
Yet… somehow, love can be bottled and sold? Like a trinket on a shop shelf in Diagon Alley.
Today we’re going to be taking a closer look at LOVE potions in Harry Potter. HOW they’re allowed to exist, HOW they work, and even a few theories on Why I think they might not be QUITE what we think they are- ONE of which involves the Weasley twins.
Let’s dive in.
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Since the books and films ended there really hasn’t been much additional info published on the Wizarding World, which is why I felt the need to fill in that 27 year gap and provide some clarity on what sort of man Draco Malfoy became and what he did with his life.
Today, we're shining the spotlight on Draco and taking a closer look at his life in a post-war era.
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After the dust settled and the battle with Voldemort came to an end, the Wizarding world was finally able to finally celebrate the triumph of good over evil.
However, it also marked the beginning of an uncharted chapter in wizarding world history.
And because the books and films came to an end, we never gained much insight into what became of the places and characters that we grew to love.
We were given a brief epilogue that offered a TINY snippet of what their lives looked like 19 years later- but besides that..Nothing.
And this leaves a significant gap that remains largely unexplored, not to mention the many years that have passed since the epilogue.
Today I’m going to fill you in on what became of the titular character, Harry Potter- taking a look at what transpired in his life, and what sort of man he became.
Let’s dive in.
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Welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today, we’re going to be discussing a few of the casting decisions for the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series- specifically, the casting decisions for the roles of Dumbledore, Snape and McGonagall.
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Welcome to a special installment of Harry Potter Theory. We’re now well into 2025 and I wanted to take this opportunity to take a look back at 2024 and highlight five of my favourite DARK Harry Potter theories from the year. There’s a good variety here, so hopefully you enjoy.
Let’s get in to it.
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Dumbledore and Voldemort are widely regarded as the pinnacle of magical power, standing at the very top of the wizarding hierarchy. Their mastery of spells, dueling prowess, and profound understanding of magic set them apart from nearly all other witches and wizards in history.
While still just a boy, Dumbledore performed magic that his professors "had never seen before,", and in adulthood, he cemented his place as the most powerful wizard of his time, mastering disciplines of magic that others could barely comprehend.
Years later, Voldemort followed suit, displaying unnatural magical talent from a young age. Even before formal training, he could move objects, control animals, and manipulate the minds of others through sheer will. As an adult, Voldemort’s magic became unmatched in both brutality and innovation. He pushed spellcraft to its limits and became the only known wizard to split his soul multiple times.
It’s fairly safe to say that these two were leaps and bounds ahead of their peers and entirely deserving of their reputations as two of the most powerful wizards in history.
But what if I told you that another wizard—one just as powerful, if not more so, than both of these men—once walked the very same halls of Hogwarts that they did, but somehow doesn’t get nearly the same recognition?
Today we’re going to be cracking this wide open and telling his story.
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The Sacred Twenty-Eight is a “Pure-Blood Directory” published in the first half of the twentieth century that outlines the wizarding world’s most pure-blooded magical families – which is to say, the witches and wizards whose ancestors had not “muddied” their blood lines with Muggle integration.
Within the wizarding society, blood purity has been a longstanding source of division and prejudice, and the assertion that some wizarding families were more “pure” than others (because their bloodline remained purely magical) is not received well by most in Wizarding Society.
Regardless of this, pure-bloods believe they are somehow better—more powerful, more deserving—simply because their lineage has remained untouched by Muggle blood. And while many wizarding families (even some on the Sacred 28 list) reject this idea as outdated and elitist, many others, like the Malfoys and the Blacks, wear their pure-blood status like a badge of honour, ensuring that their family trees remain free of Muggle influence.
And the same can be said for many others on this list.
But if we dissect the Sacred Twenty-Eight more closely, there’s something… odd about it, and it’s the fact that the Weasleys are on the list.
Unlike the Malfoys, who openly embraced their pure-blood superiority, the Weasleys are known for their progressive attitudes—welcoming half-bloods, Muggle-borns, and even Muggles themselves. They openly reject pure-blood supremacy, and yet… their family history, even as recent as Molly and Arthur, tells a different story. Is it possible that the Weasleys are simply no better than the families they claim to be so different from? Have they, for generations, quietly upheld the very same pure-blood traditions they claim to despise—just in a less obvious way?
Today we’re going to be unpacking the Weasley’s dirty dark secret.
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Magic is displayed (at a MINIMUM) by the time the witch or wizard reaches eleven years old, otherwise known as Hogwarts age.
But..Can magic be stripped away just as quickly as it manifests? Can one who finds themselves accustomed to their magical capabilities be then reduced to what is effectively a..Squib?
Let's find out
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Order of Merlin, Third Class.
Honorary member of the Dark Force Defense League.
Five-time winner of Witch Weekly's Most Charming Smile Award.
Ringing any bells?
I am of course talking about none other than the legendary, the UNFORGETTABLE, the spellbinding sensation himself…
GILDEROY LOCKHART
And today I’ve got a sinister little theory for you about how he was able to get just so famous in the Wizarding World. Nono, it’s not that he falsified his stories- that’s canon. This is something else..And it’s also something that you’ll hear and more-than-likely entirely agree with.
Let’s dive in.
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Last week I made a video outlining the 10 most powerful wizards of all time. And that video followed a whole bunch of other power ranking videos I’ve done in the past- most powerful Death eaters, Aurors etc.
Anyway, in the last video I noticed quite a few people commenting that they wanted me to do the SAME for witches.
I left witches out of the last video intentionally because they deserve a dedicated ranking of their own. So today, we’re going to be taking a look at the 10 most POWERFUL witches of all time, diving into the history books and seeing who is worthy of a spot on this list. Before we get started, why don’t you comment YOUR top 10 down below. I’ve got some wild cards you probably won’t be expecting..
Let’s get in to it.
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One thing that’s always dawned on me is how shocking it must be for the parents of muggleborns to receive news of the magical world. And as if coming to terms with the existence of an entire magical world isn’t difficult enough already, they’re then expected to entrust the safety of their children to a bunch of complete strangers in a world that they not only have no understanding of, but have also just been introduced to.
Oh, and let’s not forget the cherry on top: once your child leaves, you’re expected to keep the whole thing a secret. Don’t tell your friends, your neighbors, or anyone else—because the magical world doesn’t exist as far as the rest of society is concerned.
Given how difficult it must be for the parents of muggle-born students to come to terms with this reality, I’d be willing to bet that there has been more than one instance of parents REFUSING (at least, initially) to send their child to the school. After all, what GOOD parent wouldn’t worry about sending their child off to an unfamiliar, hidden world filled with unknown dangers and rules they don’t understand?
I know my mum would take issue…At least, until she learns a bit more about it.
Therefore, today I want to discuss the topic of parents REFUSING to send their children to Hogwarts: unpacking whether it’s possible to actually refuse, and if they do, taking a look at the what the future might hold for their magical child.
Let’s dive in to it.
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Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today I’m coming at you with a bunch of updates on the Harry Potter franchise as a whole- including some casting news on the upcoming HBO show, as well as some recent updates to Hogwarts Legacy.
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Over the years, I’ve done a lot of ‘power ranking videos’..I’ve ranked the most powerful graduates from each Hogwarts house, the most powerful Death Eaters, the most powerful Aurors, the most powerful Order of the Phoenix members...And so on and so forth.
But somehow, I’ve never actually ranked the 10 most powerful wizards of all time. I don’t know how I missed it, but today we’re going to finally be putting this topic to rest- taking a look at the 10 most powerful wizards to have made their mark (whether good or bad) on Wizarding history.
Anyway, let’s dive in to it.
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