What makes Harry special? (was Chicken Meat)

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No: HPFGUIDX 23499

--- In HPforGrownups at y..., caliburncy at y... wrote:
> 
> Harry is firstly special in the way most main characters are which 
is 
> that he is more of a fighter, has stronger morals, makes bigger 
> mistakes, harbors greater passions, has more to overcome, etc. than 
> some of the other characters.>  < He has a strong will, 
perserverance, grace under fire, compassion, courage, keen 
intelligence, etc.  He also trusts and relies on his friends, which IS 
a personality aptitude.>

Well said, Luke!  You pretty much explained why I also think Harry is 
special (and why I adore him so much).  Here's what I want to add:

Harry is that quiet kid who sits in the back of the class.  He isn't 
the most handsome (Cedric), the funniest (Fred and George) or the 
strongest student.  He isn't even the most outspoken (Hermione).  
However, there is something about Harry, his quietness, respect of 
others, humility, that makes everyone respect him.  Harry doesn't have 
to be Superman Harry to be special (which is exactly what Luke 
explained so beautifully).  It is simply what he is within.

I do believe that Harry does possess some special powers as well (I 
really like the Big V connection thing, too, Luke), but primarily, it 
is his inner strength that makes Harry stand out from all the others.

Okay, I just reiterated what Luke said, and I know I've said all of 
this before, but I just love to talk about Harry.

--jenny from ravenclaw, who loves to talk about Harry 
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