Harry Potter theory: Novice Level (Blood Magic Part 3)
BOODLE-OODLE-OO!!! Welcome back, my dearies. Let us jump back into the wonderful world of wizardry! Previously , we addressed the different levels of magic based on education and experience. If you recall, I pointed out a few spells and potions, for reference, that would fall into each category. Well! Now, let's jump into the single occurrence I found of Blood Magic at the Novice Level . Lily's Sacrifice Throughout the Harry Potter series, the enchantment left on Harry as a result of Lily's sacrifice is referred to numerous times as "ancient magic". One specific instance is during Voldemort's speech in the graveyard of his father. "Dumbledore invoked an ancient magic, to ensure the boy’s protection as long as he is in his relations’ care" Lily Potter's sacrifice for Harry can be interpreted as a form of accidental blood magic due to the profound magical consequences it triggers. The sacrificial protection Lily provides is not a planned...