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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