Bang! You're Dead. (was:Voldemorts animus...)

[dcyasser]

No: HPFGUIDX 85854

--- In HPforGrownups at yahoogroups.com, "Steve" <bboy_mn at y...> wrote: 
> I have speculated in the past that, in the end, it will not be a 
show of raw force on Harry's part that defeats Voldemort, but an act 
of compassion, of benevolence, mercy, and charity that causes 
Voldemort to crumble in the face of a power he can never understand. 
> 
> We know that Voldemort must be vanquished, he must be crushed and
> destroyed. Although it is only implied, I'm not so sure
> Voldemort/Riddle has to be dead in the standard sense. In the OoP
> battle at the Ministry of Magic, Dumbledore seems to imply that
> Voldemort can be destroyed in ways that are far more powerful than 
death.
> 
> We have all speculated on what that Harry's power might be. Some 
say love, other's compassion, but regardless of the specific power, I
> think it is safe to say that generally, it is the power of 
something good. Although, I confess I haven't been able to pin it 
down yet, or figure how it will play out in the final battle. But, I 
really can't see the whole series ending with Harry saying, 'Bang! 
You're dead.'

To add to your thought, I agree I don't see (or want to see)Harry 
acting as judge,jury and executioner for Voldemort. I could see him 
being faced with that situation, that standoff, but then I often 
imagine Harry bringing about Voldemort's end almost unintentionally, 
accidently, or through a reflexive action, la Dorothy in "The Wizard 
of Oz."  I could easily see Harry reacting to protect a loved one in 
danger, and, without thinking, throwing the proverbial bucket of 
water on the Wicked Witch.  Granted, Harry's actions would be more 
about unleashing power than knocking over a bucket, but I could see 
it as almost a similar accident. Harry acts desperately and out of 
love, not knowing his actions will vanquish Voldie.  
I don't generally picture Harry granting mercy on Voldemort, and 
that being Voldemort's undoing, although it certainly has merit and 
should be entertained.  Must be because I watched the Wizard of Oz 
this week. :)
The one who I think will turn Rambo on us?  Professor R.J. Lupin.  
No more mister nice guy. 

cheers
dc