HBP prediction contest

[missbluepie]

No: HPFGUIDX 130567

Bear with me folks, this is my first post.

>Compulsory Questions (0-5 points each): 
>  
> 1. Who will be the most major character to die? 

Nine Weasleys. It's greedy to have the family survive intact 
after Voldemort's first reign of terror, therefore I'm giving 
Percy the kiss of death. 
            
> 2. Who is the Half-Blood Prince? (If "The Old Lion Guy," 
> describe more.)

My money is on Seamus. It seems illogical to keep him hovering in 
the foreground for so long with no apparent purpose. 

> 3. What is Lily's big secret? (This question will be eliminated 
> and full credit given to everyone if no big secret is revealed.) 

Why, it's her scandalous tryst with Snape while at Hogwarts, of 
course. 

> 4. Who will be the new DADA teacher? 

Snape's day will finally come as he is appointed DADA teacher. 
This will provide a platform for himself and Harry to perform as equals for both have similar talent in the area. This may provide 
an outlet for them to expel their mutual disdain through a shared focus on the task at hand, while garnering an appreciation for 
each other, for both their lives depend on defeating Voldemort.

> 5. With whom will Harry have a romantic relationship? 

After Harry finally recognises Ron's feelings about Hermione, 
Harry will realise his own concerning her, thus creating animosity between Ron and himself. I don't think Harry will have a 
relationship with anyone more than he will begin to recognise 
another level of what it means to care for another romantically. 
But the seeds will be planted for Harry and Hermione.

> 6. Who will be the new Minister of Magic? 

Kingsley Shaklebolt

> 7. What is that bowl-thing on the green U.S. HBP cover? 

I don't think it's a pensieve -too big- rather the mysterious 
weapon in MoM.

> 8. Will Harry take Advanced Potions? 

Yes, he shall. Dumbledore will teach potions due to its importance. 
Harry will learn some of the uses of dragons blood which shall be 
vital in defeating Voldemort.

> 9. Will Neville take Advanced Potions?

Yes 

> 10. How many OWLs did Harry get? 

All but Astronomy and potions
 
> Predictions (0-10 points each): 
> Make 5 predictions not covered in the Compulsory Question 
> section. "Negative" predictions, i.e., "The Centaurs will *not* 
> come skipping into Hogwarts offering free pony rides," will 
> receive no credit. Obvious predictions, i.e., "Harry will be in 
> his 6th year at Hogwarts," will likewise receive no credit. 
 
1. I'm not a fan of shipping but there has to be a reason plotwise 
why so much focus is centred on the relationships. Following on 
from answer five above, I think Hermione will gravitate toward 
Harry leaving Ron seething and opening the door for Ron to go 
'bad'. 
 
2. Aberforth will be the old lion guy and will play a much 
larger role in the HBP.

3. Petunia Dursley somehow inadvertently contributed to Lily's 
death, therefore out of guilt took Harry in as a baby.

4. Sirius' mirror will prove essential to the resolution of HBP.
 
5. Neville will drastically improve in his abilities and show 
himself to be one of Harry's staunchest allies. As Ron turns 
nasty, Neville will begin to fill the role as Harry's closest male friends.

"missbluepie"