Whats so special about Voldemort?

[Melody]

No: HPFGUIDX 45506

Chris asked:
> Why could someone else not become the leader?  Why was Voldemort so
>important that the movement practically fell apart after his fall?


Well I assume, and this is purely *my* own opinion, that when the
shepherd was struck the sheep scattered.  Voldemort purposely groomed
*his* group of followers to be dependent upon *him* alone.  We are
told only Voldemort knew who they all were.  Only Voldemort gave them
orders.  I think he thrived on the power over men...any man whether a
supporter or not.  Voldie also provided a huge skirt for the DE's to
hide behind.  Once that curtain fell, and fell fast, the DE's were
left exposed and panicked.  No time to regroup.  Must run, flee, make
up brilliant schemes.

And also, the goals of Voldemort all surrounded around him.  Live
forever.  Rule Europe then the world.  Can't continue with the beliefs
of the party when the center falls out.

So basically, old Voldie was not interesting in grooming a successor
who could conceivably grow to such prominence in the group that they
might take over.  Not good for the old ego.  Better to keep the men
(and woman) in subordinate roles.

And besides, Voldie wants to live forever.

Why would he need a successor?


Melody