The names in the Goblet
Robert Jones
jones.r.h.j at worldnet.att.net
Thu Apr 22 01:43:29 UTC 2004
No: HPFGUIDX 96629
I can't see how Harry could be obligated to enter the tournament.
The middle sentence of the rules -- "The placing of your name in the
Goblet constitutes a binding, magical contract." -- cannot be read
out of the context of the other two: they are all being addressed to
those wishing to enter. Harry did not try to enter and so he is not
obligated by the results. Two parties cannot enter into a contract
obligating a third party. Of course, for the plot to advance Harry
couldn't get out of it, but that's not the point.
Bobby Jones
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