Hufflepuff Team:
Beater Finn Nordling
Beater Roisin Doyle
Chaser Ariana Darkwood
Chaser Oliver Dean
Chaser Yuka Miyuki
Keeper Zaylie Jennings
Seeker Scott Tavish

Ravenclaw Team:
Beater Katie Shadowdragon
Beater Mazz Terrain
Chaser Bellini Greco
Chaser Kitty Thomas
Chaser Sophia Monarch
Keeper Griffin Shadowblaze
Seeker Bridget Woods

Welcome to the third Quidditch Game of the Summer Season! As you know, the game between Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw was the deciding factor on which team would move on to the Quidditch Finals, which will be held approximately August 16th, 2010, if all goes as planned.

Beginning the game, Hufflepuff Beater Finn Nordling hit the bludger at Ravenclaw Chaser Sophia Monarch. Chaser Monarch attempted to veer out of the way of the oncoming bludger, but took a hard hit, dropping the quaffle. Hufflepuff Chaser Ariana Darkwood swooped in and snatched up the quaffle, gaining posession for Hufflepuff and heads toward the goal hoops!

Ravenclaw Beater Mazz Terrain hit the bludger at Hufflepuff Chaser Darkwood. Chaser Darkwood reacted seconds too late, as the bludger slammed into the arm holding the quaffle. Hufflepuff Chaser Yuka Miyuki’s quick reflexes allowed her to regain possession of the quaffle for Hufflepuff, and continues toward the goals.

Ravenclaw Beater Katie Shadowdragon whacks the bludger at Hufflepuff Chaser Yuka Miyuki. Chaser Miyuki is hit hard, straight on, by the fast coming bludger and the quaffle slips free of her grip. The snitch is released just as Hufflepuff Chaser Oliver Dean zooms in and catches the quaffle! Seekers for both teams became alert and on the lookout for the precious golden snitch!

Ravenclaw Beater Mazz Terrain, slightly irritated at Hufflepuff’s recovery of the quaffle, slammed the bludger at Hufflepuff Chaser Oliver Dean. Chaser Dean veered to the left, huge mistake on his part, as the bludger made contact with his right shoulder. The quaffle dropped from it’s place between Chaser Dean’s right elbow and side.

Ravenclaw Chaser Bellini Greco swoops in from behind and catches the quaffle, gaining possession for Ravenclaw and loops around to head toward the goals on the opposite end! At this point, Co Head Ref Darren Gallagher had to reprimand Hufflepuff Seeker Scott Tavish for making a snide remark, before the game continued.

Hufflepuff Beater Roisin Doyle hit the bludger to Ravenclaw Chaser Bellini Greco. Chaser Greco swerved to avoid the bludger, but was unable to dodge it completely as the bludger struck it’s target, hitting the quaffle completely out of her grasp. Hufflepuff Chaser Yuka Miyuki executed a perfect dive, and gained possession of the quaffle for her team, and does a double loop to head back in the direction of their goal hoops!

Ravenclaw Beater Katie Shadowdragon hit the bludger at Hufflepuff Chaser Yuka Miyuki. Chaser Miyuki easily dodges the bludger as she heads straight for the goal hoops! Chaser Miyuki passes the quaffle to Hufflepuff Chaser Ariana Darkwood, who heads directly for the goals! Seekers for both teams spot the snitch and race to catch it began.

Ravenclaw Beater Mazz Terrain slams the bludger at Hufflepuff Chaser Ariana Darkwood. Chaser Darkwood executed an excellent triple loop, to dodge the bludger, but sadly, the bludger slammed into the back of her broom, temporarily throwing her out of control. She had no choice but to release the quaffle to grip her broom, in order to regain control. Hufflepuff Chaser Oliver Dean was flying just below Chaser Darkwood, and caught the quaffle, then sped toward the goals.

Ravenclaw Beater Shadowdragon whacked the bludger at Chaser Oliver Dean, her aim slightly off, apparently in hopes of getting him as he flew forward. Chaser Dean noticed the direction the bludger was heading, and rose a little higher as he successfully dodged the object!

Chaser Dean passed the quaffle to Chaser Yuka Miyuki, to caught the quaffle and continued toward the goals. Ravenclaw Beater Mazz Terrain hit the bludger at Chaser Miyuki as she sped across the pitch! Leaning to the right, Chaser Miyuki veered away from the bludger, just as Ravenclaw Seeker Bridget Woods caught the snitch!

This win placed Ravenclaw in the Finals for the Quidditch Cup!

Congratulations Ravenclaw!! Both teams played an excellent game!![hr][hr]

On August 15th, 2010, Quidditch Officials, Co Head Ref. Prof. Darren Gallagher and Ref. Bray Sawyer, prepared the Quidditch Pitch for the fourth game of the season.

Gryffindor Team:
Beater Aaron Kinlan
Beater Helena Costa
Chaser Elisabeth Matheson
Chaser Gryffelda Grenadda
Chaser Kayden Baiyley Harper (Reserve)
Chaser Ying Fa
Keeper Tristen Casinelli
Seeker Lyra Elani

Slytherin Team:
Beater Ginger Wadsworth
Beater Vance Lang
Chaser Annaleigh Voegelle
Chaser Camille Delacroix
Chaser Hellena Carrin
Keeper Nei Fuma
Seeker Zahara Zabini

Welcome to the fourth Quidditch Game of the Summer Season! As you know, the game between Gryffindor and Slytherin will be the deciding factor on which team would move on to the Quidditch Finals, to play against Ravenclaw on August 16th, 2010.

To begin the game, Co Head Ref. Prof. Darren Gallagher tossed the quaffle high into the air, to determine which team would gain possession. Gryffindor Chaser Elisabeth Matheson caught the quaffle, gaining possession for Gryffindor at the start of the game.

Slytherin Beater Ginger Wadsworth hit the bludger at Chaser Matheson as she heads toward the goal hoops. The bludger walloped Chaser Matheson, causing her to drop the quaffle. Slytherin Chaser Camille Delacroix increased her speed and scooped up the falling quaffle, turning quickly to head to the goals in the opposite direction.

Gryffindor Beater Aaron Kinlan hit the bludger at Chaser Delacroix, who quickly zig zagged, avoiding the bludger with ease. Chaser Delacroix passes the quaffle to Chaser Annaleigh Voegelle, who continues across the pitch toward the goals.

Gryffindor Beater Helena Costa whacked the bludger at Chaser Voegelle! Chaser Voegelle was a few seconds too late as she swerved to the right. The bludger collided with her hand holding the quaffle. Her reflexes caused her to drop the quaffle. Gryffindor Chaser Elisabeth Matheson was on Chaser Voegelle’s heels, and easily caught the quaffle. Chaser Matheson turned to head in the opposite direction on the quidditch pitch toward the goal, just as Ref. Bray Sawyer released the snitched, and both Seekers zoomed after the prized golden ball.

Slytherin Beater Ginger Wadsworth slammed the bludger at Chaser Matheson. Chaser Matheson increased her speed and veered into a wide arc, barely dodging the bludger. Chaser Matheson passed the quaffle to Chaser Gryffelda Grenadda, who continued on the way to the goal.

Slytherin Beater Ginger Wadsworth hits the bludger at Chaser Grenadda! Chaser Grenadda zoomed ahead, trying to avoid the oncoming bludger. The tail of her broom took a hard it, throwing her off balance, she dropped the quaffle, to regain her balance. Slytherin Chaser Hellena Carrin dipped below Chaser Grenadda, and caught the quaffle, regaining possession for Slytherin! Spinning around, Chaser Carrin headed bact across the pitch toward their goal.

Gryffindor Beater Aaron Kinlan whacks the bludger at Chaser Carrin! Chaser Carrin continued flying straight ahead, and was knocked sideways when the bludger made contact with right leg! The quaffle slipped from her grasp, and was caught by Gryffindor Chaser Matheson! Chaser Matheson executed a perfect loop and headed, once more, in the opposite direction on the pitch!

Nice hit by Slytherin Beater Ginger Wadsworth, as Chaser Matheson takes a bludger to the shoulder! The quaffle slides out of her grip, and Slytherin Chaser Delacroix scoops it up, gaining possession! Both Seekers zoom around the pitch, searching for the snitch as Gryffindor Beater Costa hits the bludger at Chaser Delacroix!

Chaser Delacroix went into a dive as she turned to head to the hoops, dodging the bludger and passing the quaffle to Chaser Carrin! Gryffindor Beater Kinlan beats the bludger at Chaser Carrin! Chaser Carrin slowed slightly as she looked back, to see where the bludger was, and was awarded when the bludger whacked her in the back! Gryffindor Chaser Matheson smirked as she swooped in and gained possession of the quaffle!

Slytherin Beater Ginger Wadsworth, grinning evilly, hit the bludger extra hard at Chaser Matheson! Chaser Matheson barely had any time to react, when the bludger nearly knocked her off her broom! Slytherin Chaser Delacroix gained possession of the quaffle, giving Beater Wadsworth a thumbs up as she headed for the hoops.

Awesome hit by Gryffindor Beater Helena Costa, as the bludger hit Chaser Delacroix on the head! Laughing gleefully, Chaser Matheson gains possession of the quaffle and shoots across the pitch! Irritation obvious on Slytherin Beater Wadsworth’s face, she whacks the bludger again at Chaser Matheson!

Chaser Matheson did some pretty fancy flying, avoiding the bludger and passing the quaffle to Chaser Grenadda! Catching the quaffle, Chaser Grenadda speeds toward the hoops as Beater Wadsworth whacks the bludger at her! The bludger slammed into Chaser Grenadda’s side, knocking the wind out of her, and causing the quaffle to fall!

Slytherin Chaser Hellena Carrin flew by and gained possession of the quaffle as she spun around to head across the pitch! Gryffindor Beater Kinlan hit the bludger furiously at Chaser Carrin! Chaser Carrin rose higher, to dodge the bludger, but the bludger hit it’s mark, as Chaser Carrin lost possession of the quaffle! Gryffindor Chaser Grenadda swept beneath Chaser Carrin and caught the quaffle!

Slytherin Beater Wadsworth whacked the bludger at Chaser Grenadda as she sped across the pitch! The bludger slammed into Chaser Grenadda, causing her to lose possession of the quaffle! Slytherin Chaser Delacroix caught the quaffle, and gains possesion!

Gryffindor Beater Costa hits the bludger at Chaser Delacroix as she veers to the left, dodging the bludger and passes the quaffle to Chaser Voegelle! Chaser Voegelle speeds across the pitch, nearing the hoops as Gryffindor Beater Kinlan whacks the bludger at her. Chaser Voegelle dives low, dodging the bludger and passing the quaffle to Chaser Carrin!

Gryffindor Beater Costa hits the bludger at Chaser Carrin as she shifts left, then right. The bludger strikes Chaser Carrin’s elbow, causing her to drop the quaffle! Gryffindor Chaser Ying Fa flies in from behind and catches the quaffle!

Slytherin Beater Wadsworth whacks the bludger at Chaser Fa as she streaks across the pitch! Co Head Ref. Prof. Darren Gallagher blows the whistle, SLYTHERIN SEEKER ZAHARA ZABINI HAS CAUGHT THE SNITCH!!

This result of this amazing game has placed Slytherin in the finals!!

Congratulations Slytherin!! Both teams played and excellent game!

• Congratulations to Nei Fuma for winning the Banner of the Month!
• The Yearbook Club is looking for more people to join the Yearbook Staff. They are going to try to do a digital version of a more traditional type of Yearbook for the Fall Term and need lots of help. They will especially need a lot of graphic artists to do things like create Team Photos and candids for the pages. Go to Announcements for more information!
• Make sure you do your part to help support the Gryffindor Pride Month! There is lots to do, and lots of fun to be had, not to mention fun creatures to talk to!
• The following shops are open and looking for shop keepers! Remember, you must be an adult with no other income, or at least a 6th year to own a shop!
Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlor
The Street Café
Wicked Realms
Madam Pudifoots
• If you are missing an OWL grade, see the Announcements BY SATURDAY AUGUST 14th! The issue is being worked on!
• Congratulations to Slytherin on winning the Quidditch Cup! It was a great season!

• RamoraAmille Williams traveling from August 13 – 27th! Have a fun trip!
• Shane Longbottom off until Aug 16 due to net issues
• Abigail Percast will be gone August 14th – September 13th! Have fun on Vacation!
• Nei Fuma’s writer may be off from August 17 - 22 because her little girl is in the hospital! We wish her and her little girl the best!

The Sorting Hat worked it magic, and welcomed the following folks to Hogwarts

• Johanna McAllister, Elenora McStarr, Eddie Angelus, Cecilia Bell, Desiree Bennett, Indie Henderson, Stefan Hunter, in Gryffindor.
• Hayden Ryans, Sean Hunter in Hufflepuff
• Leo Bolton, Luna Little, David Thompson, Pheobe Phibens, Gabrielle Breeze, Klaudia Milas, Jacklin Brookstone, Gwenythia Avenarie, Annamaria Sophia, Sukaza Bell, Alexis Greenday, Amarwen Selebrindal, Amaris Elias, Edward Agundiz, Charlotte Bolstridge, Vivian Mack, Fiona Dragon, Mabel Lemon-Moore, Samson Connery, Maci Bloom, Matt Webber, Karyn Sullivan, Meaghan Potbelly, Elyse Joliecoeur, Melody Mason, Sienna-Claire Edwards, Sally Odenweller, Isabella Hvid, Valente Gonzalez, Ohnocmae Banarda, Dylan Frost, Pheobe Phibens, Eduardo Vega Fay Shane, Sarah Hunter, Carl Pearson, Allie Maher, Skevins Hopkinson, Celestyn Tocking, Kassidy Hale, Anthnóy Rickètt, Rose Avalon, Haley Brogom in Ravenclaw.
• Cambrie Miebion, Avery Astell, Ophelia Clarke,Kian Kiss, Lainn Jones in Slytherin.

• August 1: Sienna-Claire Edwards
• August 2: Brimack Rahl
• August 2: Demetri Roane
• August 4: Prof. Garrett Bradford
• August 4: Joshua Howse
• August 8: Damiun DeSove
• August 8: Gavin King
• August 8: Nikki Pavari
• August 8: Ivan Lewis-Ortiz
• August 11: Katrina McMillian

If you have any announcements for the Pensieve, Owl ((i.e. PM)) me, Cheyenne Wolfhawke ASAP. Club notices by the Professor and Student Mods only. Birthday, absences and other announcements welcome. Special thanks to Lyra Elani for the headings..

© Lyra Elani

Cheyenne: Thank you for agreeing to meet with me!
Do you have a name that you prefer to be called by?
March Hare: hmmm, Marchy
Cheyenne: Ah! Is it ok if I call you Marchy?
March Hare: yes! *Offers Chey tea *
Cheyenne: Oooooh, thank you! I love tea!
March Hare: Drink up! It’s always time for tea
Cheyenne: *giggles!* And, it is just the right temperature! Not too hot, not too cold!
March Hare: Always the best! *sloshes some of his own tea as he drinks*
Cheyenne: And so tasty! Thank you again!!
March Hare: You are very welcome!
Cheyenne: Marchy, may I ask how long have you been in Wonderland?
March Hare: Wonderland? As long as I can remember child.
Cheyenne: that must be a very long time for you! Do you have a favorite area of Wonderland that you like to frequent?
March Hare: The Mad Mad Tea House…ooohhh I love tea, have you been there yet?
Cheyenne: I stopped by, but they seemed very busy! I also love tea, so plan to go back again! What is your favorite tea?
March Hare: hmmm, Orange Pekoe tea is simply marvelous
Cheyenne: That is one of mine as well, along with Jasmine tea! Jasmine is so calming! What do you think of the White Rabbit?
March Hare: Some people might think I need Jasmine tea then…and the White Rabbit does too, he’s so anxious about being places on time, he needs to put a hop in his step and just bounce around
Cheyenne: It seems he never says much other than to say he’s late! Does he ever make it on time?
March Hare: I don’t think so, his clock must be broken or something I should fix it, yes, yes that’d be very good
Cheyenne: I’m sure he would appreciate that if you could ever talk him out of it long enough! I’m sure you know Alice! How did you first meet her?
March Hare: Alice! Ah Alice is simply marvelous, she just sort of stumbled upon us one day, we were having a party
Cheyenne: I take it that you like parties?
March Hare: Parties are fantastic!
Cheyenne: * giggles! * What is your favorite thing about Wonderland?
March Hare: All of the wonderful creatures that are here….well most of em
Cheyenne: Most? I’ve heard the Red Queen can be rather tempremental! Have you had any problems with her?
March Hare: Yes, most, the Red Queen especially. She likes to take off….heads!! The White Queen is my queen.
Cheyenne: I have not had the pleasure of meeting any of the Royalty, except for Princess Lily! Other than tea, what is your favorite food?
March Hare: Cake! Cakes are wonderful and great with tea!
Cheyenne: what is your favorite cake?
March Hare: I love chocolate sponge cake, chocolate is very good
Cheyenne: oh yes! Chocolate is definitely good! With chocolate frosting?
March Hare: definitely, or any other kind of frosting, but chocolate is best
Cheyenne: Do you get strangers in Wonderland very often?
March Hare: Not usually, Alice used to be a stranger, but now she’s not, this month has been unusually high in strangers….strange.
Cheyenne: Do you have any advice for these humans while they are visiting?
March Hare: Hmm, drink tea, eat berries and cake, and don’t cross the Plains by yourself, very dangerous!
Cheyenne: Well, Marchy, I thank you for your time! It has truly been a pleasure to meet you!
March Hare: You’re welcome dear child!

And, that concludes my time with the intriguing March Hare! Remember to eat cake and have tea while in Wonderland!

Nicholas Shwimmer

Top Headlines
• Summer’s coming to a close, prepare for Fall Term 2010!
• We still need people to solve the Current Riddle for the Riddle Chamber!
• Keep up the GREAT work in the RP Challenges! They have entirely refreshed!
• Good Luck to SAMMY THOMPSON, our Ravenclaw participant in the HHC!
• We are looking for Fall Writers for our House Publication! Please apply!
• Congratulations to the Ravenclaw Quidditch Team for SECOND PLACE in the Quidditch Cup! AMAZING Job EVERYONE.
• On that note… Congratulations to Kitty Thomas & Bridget Woods for amazing jobs as Quidditch Co-Captains!
• Sigh up for Quidditch for the Fall Term 2010!
• We have many great RP opportunities now! Check ‘em out!

Raven’s Key Report
WE NEED GRAPHICS!!
We still need people to submit for our House Graphic Challenge for the Fall Term 2010! This is found in the Untitled Room. We need a total of 11 graphics no larger than 500×150 Pixels in size. Every entry earns 10 House Points, every winning entry earns 50. So please, submit some graphics for our House!

Happy Birthday! - September
COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER, WE HAVE THE FOLLOWING BIRTHDAY CLAWS!
05 — Kailey McCallister
07 — Lux Cassidy Bazile
12 — Cyrus Santivanez

© Raven Nevermour

© Lyra Elani

What are your favorite memories of Hogwarts?
“My most vivid memory at Hogwarts was when it first opened its doors. My mother, the founders…they were so proud of their creation. Even Salazzar was happy then…it was one of the only times I’ve seen him genuinely smile.

The year that Harry Potter came to school is also a very wonderful memory of mine. The school was ablaze with talk of him and of you-know-who”. *The Grey Lady suddenly looks sad, her eyes full of regret and she appears to blush. Then she shakes her head and asks for the next question*

Did you have any favorite Professors?
Well, while attending Hogwarts there were only four really, the founders. I was taught by my mother, mainly but I did learn a few tricks from Godric and Helga. Salazar refused to teach me how to talk to snakes. He told me I wasn’t inept enough to master such a prestigious skill and I should stick to keeping my nose in the books. *The Grey Lady turns her nose up slightly and grimaces, but smiles again suddenly and looks up as if recalling something fond*

Professor Dumbledore and I were also fond of each other. He was a magnificent man really. The most powerful wizard of all time, some say. Indeed he was powerful and wise. Oh how I miss him… his death was the only I’d seen in my death-time that I remember crying over. *The Grey Lady looks down again sadly.*

What were your favorite subjects?
Charms definitely…my mother was rather good at those. She charmed the staircases here at Hogwarts to move…they were such powerful spells that they still work to this day.

Do you ever sit in to watch classes in progress?
Oh I peek in every once in a while, but the professors these days don’t so much change up their lessons from year to year. Flitwick’s classes always had something interesting going on…one year they shot him right off of a stack of books you know.
*The Grey Lady giggles and bites her lip at the thought*

How are students now different than in the past? I’m sure you have seen many changes over the years.
Oh heavens, none of them are as intriguing as those in the days of Potter. Teddy Lupin, now he’s a character.

I know that right now, you are having your Death Day party. I’m sure you are pleased to see such a large turn-out. When did death day parties start, and who held the first Death Day party?
Well I suppose the first Ghost, you silly child. *The Grey Lady looks at you with distaste and a raised eyebrow*

Do you ever just visit with students and share stories of the past with them? I know I would love to hear some of the things that have happened around the Castle since you’ve been here. You see, I love history, and hearing how things have changed over the years, and how they have stayed the same.
I rarely speak to the students, but they are always badgering me about my past… exhibit A *She glares at the interviewer* As I said, I dont share stories with students very often, however Harry Potter and Tom Ri- *The Grey Lady yelps upbruptly and covers it up with a cough and continues*…. I helped Harry in his last days at Hogwarts.

There is one question I would love to ask that I am sure a lot of people would love to know the answer to: why is it that Peeves is so wary of the Bloody Baron?
*The Grey Lady flusters* I have no interest in speaking about that old, moldy, vile……- Next question.

If you don’t mind answering, what was it like going to school with your mother being one of the founders?
Oh it was quite nice, I was one of the first prefects, though we called it something different…the name escapes me, but I was certainly privileged among other students.

Once again, my deepest thanks to this gracious lady! It was truly an honor to be able to spend time in her company!

By Chrysta Lawford

Hi everyone,Chrysta Lawford’s the name- exposing secret’s the game. That completely made me sound like an important detective or something.
Let’s just get this over with,okay?

“So we were at the croquet court and my friends challenged me to beat them at the game. I honestly have no idea how to play,but I didn’t want to lose this challenge,so I pretended I knew and played along.
I also won,and now everyone thinks I’m the best (Croquet) player around.

FakeMallet

” I am supposed to dress up as a rabbit for a competition.The [s]funny[/s],not so funny thing is that I’m terrified of rabbits- does that mean I’m scared of myself?

BigEars

“So,I don’t usually like to talk,but today I actually was able to get around the castle without losing my way or running through ghosts or tripping over stuff. Victory!”

Sweet-Victory

July 15th - July 31st

July 15th
2005: The Half-Blood Prince is published at last!

July 21st
2007: The Deathly Hallows is published at last!

July 27th
1998: The Battle of the Seven Potters. At night, the Order of the Pheonix tries to release Harry from Privet Drive. However, they are ambushed by Death Eaters, which causes an aerial battle that ranges well over the southern counties of England, between Little Whinging and and the Burrow.

July 30th
HAPPY BIRTHDAY NEVILLE LONGBOTTOM!
1980: Neville Longbottom is born to the famous Aurors, Frank and Alice Longbottom.
1993: Around July 30th, 1993, although the exact date is not known, Sirius Black escapes from Azkaban. By turning into a dog, as he was an unregistered animagus, Sirius was impervious to the affects of the dementors.

July 31st
HAPPY BIRTHDAY J.K. ROWLING!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HARRY POTTER!
1965: J.K. Rowling is born!
1980: Harry Potter is born, just a day after Neville Longbottom, to James and Lily Potter. Sirius Black becomes Harry’s godfather on this day as well.
1991: Just after midnight, Hagrid arrives at the Hut-on-the-Rock, inviting Harry to Hogwarts and giving him a birthday cake. Later that same day, he and Harry go to Diagon Alley where Harry gets his wand, owl, and other school supplies, also learning of how much money his parents left him in Gringotts.
1991: Professor Quirrell also attempts to steal the Sorcerer’s Stone from Gringotts, but fails as the vault it was kept it was emptied out earlier by Hagrid.

© Lyra Elani
By: Penny Lane

• A picture of Gandalf the Grey (from The Lord of the Rings) can be seen in the collection of great wizards in Professor Dumbledore’s study in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

• The actress who played Moaning Myrtle is actually 37 years old and is the oldest actress to portray a Hogwarts student.

• Rowling’s books were the first children’s books included on the New York Bestseller list since E.B. White’s Charlotte’s Web in 1952.

• Several publishers rejected the first Harry Potter manuscript saying it was too long and literary, but Bloomsbury Publisher finally accepted it in 1996. The book’s publisher suggested Rowling use the name “J. K.” rather than her real name “Joanne Rowling” to appeal to male readers. She took the “K” from her grandmother’s name Kathleen, but neither “Kathleen” nor “K” is part of her legal name.

• So many fans visit King’s Cross station to take pictures of platforms 9 and 10 that the station management erected a sign that says “Platform 9 ¾” which, in the Potter books, is invisible to Muggles but acts as a gateway for witches and wizards.

• Rowling said that when she took an online Sorting Hat quiz, it sorted her into Hufflepuff, one of the four houses of Hogwarts.

• “Morsmorde” is the command that makes the Dark Mark (the mark of Voldemort) appear and means “take a bite out of death” in French, making it an appropriate call for Death Eaters.

• The Hogwarts school motto is Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus which is Latin for “Never Tickle a Sleeping Dragon.”