A Fictional Reality

One of my absolute favorite fantasy world and story is the Harry Potter world. I believe that the different ways the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is beneficial for young witches and wizards. From classes about the history of magic to Astronomy. These young kids not only learn about their own history and where is comes from, but also ways to defend themselves amongst rivals. If only we could have something similar to nowadays standards and crimes, I believe there would be a decrease in helpless victims. Also, the journey of not only Harry, but also the other main characters like Hermione and Ron. It does give a realistic feel, because of all of the relationships throughout the storyline. The adventure from the beginning to the very end, leaves a watcher with suspense on what is going to happen next. Unless, like me they’ve watched the Harry Potter series about twenty times, then that suspense is gone and left with eagerness for certain moments in the movies. This story is supreme because when someone first watches these series, they never know what to expect in the next movie or even the next ten minutes in the movies. J.K. Rowling knew how to keep her watchers and readers on their toes with suspense. Some people have different opinions that the books are better than the movies, but that is just based on how a person obtains information. Personally, I prefer to watch the movies, because you can physically see the action and the desire between friendships, relationships, and the literal resentment between two or more characters. Yes, J. K. Rowling knew how to express the characters feelings and actions enough that one could vision it, but it is just easier to actually see the conflict. The other part that intrigues me about the Harry Potter series, is that there is still the stereotypical “cliques” throughout the story. And of course, the famous Sorting Hat that looks at your mood and capabilities to determine the wizard or witches Hogwarts house. The different houses define different qualities in a witch or wizard. Gryffindor defines courage, bravery, nerve, and chivalry. Hufflepuff defines those who are patient, loyal, hard-workers, and believe in justice. Ravenclaw defines those who are intelligent, witty, values wisdom and learning. Slytherin values ambition and resourcefulness, and are cunning but are leaders. Just like in today’s society, everyone fits into one of these houses in the real world. In the school’s case, they put the students of the same house in designated headquarters. These headquarters include sleeping arrangements and communal use. Though each house is separated by years, they all manage to get along and help each other. The layout of Hogwarts is extremely similar to a normal high school in the United States, with the classes and how students are separated not only by their year but also their qualities and values. From the beginning of the quizzes for determining what Hogwarts house I personally am, I have always been a Hufflepuff. Even though, one may be in different houses, it does not mean they can’t be friends. There is no limit to who can and can’t be friends. Lastly, in the Harry Potter series, each witch and wizard is allowed a pet ranging from an owl, cat, or toad. These pets or familiars, allow owners access to supernatural abilities from these creatures. What if they could actual do that in the real world? Now that would be amazing and extraordinary. Witches and wizards are connected with their familiars to a whole new extent, a different type of reliability in a creature. In all honesty, I wish J.K. Rowling would continue the Harry Potter series because the amount of excitement and action from her movies, is enough for those who can’t actually go out and be adventurous.