Filch (was Re: Squib!!!

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No: HPFGUIDX 180919

 
> Carol adds: 
> Argus Filch, the only other Squib who appears as a character, though
> others are alluded to, seems to have no connection with the Muggle
> world. He lives and works at Hogwarts and would like nothing better
> than to be a normal wizard rather than a failed one. 

Potioncat:
Let's think about Argus just a moment. Why is he at Hogwarts? 

Hogwarts can boast the largest number of House Elves of any 
establishment in Britain. (Or words to that effect, by Sir Nick.) House-
Elves love to clean and they are very good at it.

Even fairly young students can perform cleaning spells. At least 
Hermione could. Though I admit, I doubt wizarding teenagers are any 
better at cleaning up after themselves than Muggle teenagers. Even a 
quick "evanesco" does a pretty good job.

So, why does Filch have to clean muddy footprints from the Entrance 
Hall floor, or scrub frog brains from the ceiling of the Potions 
classroom?

You know, he seems a bit like Petunia. Do you suppose he once sent a 
letter to DD, asking to please be allowed to come to Hogwarts?

Potioncat



> 
> Carol, who intended to be concise and failed

Potioncat:
Yes, but we could tell you did your best. (and every word a good read!)
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