HBP prediction contest: comments wanted

[Q]

No: HPFGUIDX 128623

Louis:

> 1. Who will be the most major character to die? 

Hermione. 

2. Who is the Half-Blood Prince? (If "The Old Lion Guy," 
> describe more.) 

A character we haven't met yet. I don't believe he will be either Felix or GG.

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

I believe her "secret" is that she was a master/specialist/researcher in wandless magic.

4. Who will be the new DADA teacher? 

The real Mad-Eye Moody.

5. With whom will Harry have a romantic relationship? 

Luna Lovegood. 

6. Who will be the new Minister of Magic?

Madame Bones. 

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

A pensieve that previously belonged to Salazar Slytherin. Harry and 
Dumbledore will find it as they further explore the Chamber of Secrets. Quite possibly, Tom Riddle may have placed some of his own memories within in. I believe the Old Lion is Godric Gryffindor, who we will see through the pensieve.

8. Will Harry take Advanced Potions? 

Yes, on his own merits. 

9. Will Neville take Advanced Potions? 

No. 

10. How many OWLs did Harry get? 

Harry passed every exam he sat with the exception of History of Magic. 

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. The reason Harry will leave Privet Drive early is to attend the wedding of Bill and Fleur.

2. Hermione will have attended a second World Cup over the summer, 
on the invitation of Viktor.

3. Harry will inherit Grimmauld Place. Kreacher will die of 
"natural" causes before Harry encounters him again.

4. Harry will attempt to duel Snape before the book concludes.

5. Ron will not declare his feelings for Hermione until after she 
is dead.


-- 
Louis Ward, A lurker who is hoping to one day be titled The All-Muggle Prince.