Harry Character Sketch

[Sarah R. Pripas]

No: HPFGUIDX 17181

Hi--

Jenny wrote:

I guess because I have such faith in Harry (I do love
him to death, 
you know), I can't accept that he is 'just average'. 
He had two 
parents who were well respected in the wizard
community, and in PoA, 
there is mention of how exceptionally bright James
was.  Remember, he 
was able to become an animagus as well as help make
the Marauders' Map 
at a young age.  Some of that must have been passed
down to Harry. 

Good argument.  :)  But currently, Harry doesn't
really demonstrate magical abilities that are
extremely above-average.  (except for Quidditch and
DATDA, like I mentioned before.)  His parents'
accomplishments set aside, there is little textual
evidence (IMHO, of course) that illustrates *Harry* as
being exceptionally powerful in areas other than the
ones mentioned.        

Jenny wrote:
Voldie can't want Harry dead from hatred alone.

Agreed.  Voldy's an egotist.  How humiliating for
him--to be defeated by a one year old boy!  He wants
to prove to the world that he really *is* more
powerful than Harry.  He wants to be able to say "Hey,
you all thought this little boy was better than me. 
Well guess what?  You're all wrong."

Jenny wrote:
Nah - people need to see him as something beyond 'the
famous Harry 
Potter'.  Quidditch helps that happen.    

Agreed.  :)

Jenny wote:
Anyway, thanks for responding.

It's been a pleasure.  :)  I ought to step out of
lurkdom more often.

Sarah

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