Dragon
Events [21]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
Diagon Alley [B1-C5]
63-64
Hagrid Mentions Dragons Guarding Gringotts’ High-Security Vaults
On their return trip to the mainland, Hagrid secretly uses his pink umbrella to enchant the boat for faster travel, despite restrictions on his magic. He describes Gringotts’ formidable security, including enchantments and dragons.
On their return trip to the mainland, Hagrid secretly uses his pink umbrella to enchant the boat for faster travel, despite restrictions on his magic. He describes Gringotts’ formidable security, including enchantments and dragons.
64-68
Hagrid Expresses His Lifelong Desire to Own a Dragon
During their journey to London, Hagrid introduces Harry to the Ministry of Magic, explaining its role in regulating wizarding society and keeping magic hidden from Muggles.
During their journey to London, Hagrid introduces Harry to the Ministry of Magic, explaining its role in regulating wizarding society and keeping magic hidden from Muggles.
72-75
Harry Briefly Wonders If A Dragon Guards The Vaults At Gringotts
Harry is amazed by the grand marble hall of Gringotts and meets goblins who guard the bank. Hagrid presents Harry’s vault key and a letter for access to a secret high-security vault.
Harry is amazed by the grand marble hall of Gringotts and meets goblins who guard the bank. Hagrid presents Harry’s vault key and a letter for access to a secret high-security vault.
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
106-108
Charlie Studies Dragons As Part Of His Wizarding Career
Ron shares his fears about being sorted into Slytherin and not living up to his family's legacy. He explains that his whole family has been in Gryffindor, and he worries that he won't meet expectations.
Ron shares his fears about being sorted into Slytherin and not living up to his family's legacy. He explains that his whole family has been in Gryffindor, and he worries that he won't meet expectations.
The Potions Master [B1-C8]
141-142
Ron Mentions Charlie’s Work With Dragons While Talking To Hagrid
While visiting Rubeus Hagrid, Harry notices a Daily Prophet clipping detailing a break-in at Gringotts Wizarding Bank Wizarding Bank on the same day he and Rubeus Hagrid had visited. Harry suspects that the thieves were after the package Rubeus Hagrid took from the vault, and he questions whether Rubeus Hagrid is hiding something.
While visiting Rubeus Hagrid, Harry notices a Daily Prophet clipping detailing a break-in at Gringotts Wizarding Bank Wizarding Bank on the same day he and Rubeus Hagrid had visited. Harry suspects that the thieves were after the package Rubeus Hagrid took from the vault, and he questions whether Rubeus Hagrid is hiding something.
Hallowe'en [B1-C10]
169-170
Charlie Weasley’s Interest In Dragons Highlights His Choice To Forego Quidditch
Wood introduces Harry to the elusive Golden Snitch, the pivotal element in Quidditch that the Seeker must catch to secure victory. They begin Harry’s training with golf balls to hone his agility and speed, which Harry performs well, impressing Wood. This first experience reinforces Harry’s potential and Gryffindor’s hopes for the upcoming matches.
Wood introduces Harry to the elusive Golden Snitch, the pivotal element in Quidditch that the Seeker must catch to secure victory. They begin Harry’s training with golf balls to hone his agility and speed, which Harry performs well, impressing Wood. This first experience reinforces Harry’s potential and Gryffindor’s hopes for the upcoming matches.
Nicolas Flamel [B1-C13]
219-220
Dumbledore Discovered Twelve Uses Of Dragon’s Blood Mentioned On His Card
When Harry recognizes Nicolas Flamel’s name on a Chocolate Frog card, Hermione retrieves a book confirming Flamel as the creator of the Sorcerer’s Stone. The trio realizes the stone’s immense power and the danger it faces, connecting it to Fluffy’s protection at Hogwarts.
When Harry recognizes Nicolas Flamel’s name on a Chocolate Frog card, Hermione retrieves a book confirming Flamel as the creator of the Sorcerer’s Stone. The trio realizes the stone’s immense power and the danger it faces, connecting it to Fluffy’s protection at Hogwarts.
Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback [B1-C14]
228-230
Dragons Are Mentioned In Hermione’s Recitations Of The Twelve Uses Of Dragon’s Blood
As Quirrell grows visibly weaker, Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger routinely check the third-floor corridor, reassured by Fluffy’s growling presence. Snape’s foul mood convinces them the Stone is still safe. Meanwhile, Hermione’s obsessive study habits irritate Harry and Ron during the exam-heavy Easter holidays.
As Quirrell grows visibly weaker, Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger routinely check the third-floor corridor, reassured by Fluffy’s growling presence. Snape’s foul mood convinces them the Stone is still safe. Meanwhile, Hermione’s obsessive study habits irritate Harry and Ron during the exam-heavy Easter holidays.
229-230
Dragons Are Central To Hagrid’s Research And Ron’s Discoveries
Harry, Ron, and Hermione catch Hagrid acting suspiciously in the library, concealing dragon-related books. They suspect his interest in dragons may connect to something secretive, as he refuses to explain and invites them to visit his hut for further discussion.
Harry, Ron, and Hermione catch Hagrid acting suspiciously in the library, concealing dragon-related books. They suspect his interest in dragons may connect to something secretive, as he refuses to explain and invites them to visit his hut for further discussion.
230-233
Dragons Are The Focus Of Hagrid’s Secret And Research
During a visit to Hagrid’s hut, the trio learns that several Hogwarts professors, including Snape, helped protect the Sorcerer’s Stone. To their astonishment, Hagrid reveals a Norwegian Ridgeback egg he won in a card game, which he plans to hatch despite its illegality.
During a visit to Hagrid’s hut, the trio learns that several Hogwarts professors, including Snape, helped protect the Sorcerer’s Stone. To their astonishment, Hagrid reveals a Norwegian Ridgeback egg he won in a card game, which he plans to hatch despite its illegality.
234-234
The Dragon’s Hatching Becomes An Event Of Interest And Concern
Hagrid sends Harry a brief note declaring that his dragon egg is about to hatch. Ron and Hermione debate skipping Herbology to witness the rare event but worry about the consequences of Hagrid’s dangerous secret being discovered.
Hagrid sends Harry a brief note declaring that his dragon egg is about to hatch. Ron and Hermione debate skipping Herbology to witness the rare event but worry about the consequences of Hagrid’s dangerous secret being discovered.
234-235
The Dragon Hatchling Emerges From The Egg With Bulging Eyes And Sparks
The trio rushes to Hagrid’s hut during their morning break and watches in awe as the Norwegian Ridgeback egg hatches. Hagrid joyfully welcomes the dragon, naming him Norbert, but panic ensues when they spot Draco Malfoy spying on them through the window.
The trio rushes to Hagrid’s hut during their morning break and watches in awe as the Norwegian Ridgeback egg hatches. Hagrid joyfully welcomes the dragon, naming him Norbert, but panic ensues when they spot Draco Malfoy spying on them through the window.
235-236
The Dragon’s Growth Becomes A Significant Problem For Hagrid And The Trio
As Norbert grows rapidly and becomes increasingly dangerous, Hagrid neglects his duties to care for him. The trio tries to convince Hagrid to release the dragon, but his attachment makes him resistant. They propose sending Norbert to Charlie Weasley in Romania to avoid detection.
As Norbert grows rapidly and becomes increasingly dangerous, Hagrid neglects his duties to care for him. The trio tries to convince Hagrid to release the dragon, but his attachment makes him resistant. They propose sending Norbert to Charlie Weasley in Romania to avoid detection.
236-238
The Dragon’s Illegal Presence Requires A Midnight Transfer Plan
Charlie Weasley responds to Ron’s letter, agreeing to take Norbert to Romania. He arranges for his friends to collect the dragon from the tallest tower of Hogwarts at midnight, setting the trio’s plan in motion.
Charlie Weasley responds to Ron’s letter, agreeing to take Norbert to Romania. He arranges for his friends to collect the dragon from the tallest tower of Hogwarts at midnight, setting the trio’s plan in motion.
238-239
The Dragon’s Growing Size And Aggression Escalate The Urgency Of The Plan
After being bitten by Norbert, Ron’s hand swells dangerously, and he ends up in the hospital wing. Draco Malfoy steals a book containing Charlie’s letter, learning about their plan. The trio resolves to carry out the transfer despite the increased risk.
After being bitten by Norbert, Ron’s hand swells dangerously, and he ends up in the hospital wing. Draco Malfoy steals a book containing Charlie’s letter, learning about their plan. The trio resolves to carry out the transfer despite the increased risk.
240-241
Norbert Represents The Challenges Of Keeping A Dragon Secret At Hogwarts
While transporting Norbert, Harry and Hermione overhear Malfoy attempting to report them to McGonagall. She dismisses his claims about a dragon and punishes him for being out after curfew. The duo successfully hands Norbert over to Charlie’s friends at the tower.
While transporting Norbert, Harry and Hermione overhear Malfoy attempting to report them to McGonagall. She dismisses his claims about a dragon and punishes him for being out after curfew. The duo successfully hands Norbert over to Charlie’s friends at the tower.
The Forbidden Forest [B1-C15]
242-243
The Dragon Causes More Problems For Harry And His Friends
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom are caught in the Astronomy Tower by Argus Filch while attempting to secretly deliver an illegal dragon. They are escorted to Professor McGonagall’s office, where their actions raise concerns about their disregard for school rules.
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom are caught in the Astronomy Tower by Argus Filch while attempting to secretly deliver an illegal dragon. They are escorted to Professor McGonagall’s office, where their actions raise concerns about their disregard for school rules.
243-244
The Dragon Story Causes Confusion And Punishment
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom face Professor McGonagall’s wrath after their midnight excursion. She deducts 150 points from Gryffindor, placing their house at the bottom of the standings, and assigns all three detention.
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom face Professor McGonagall’s wrath after their midnight excursion. She deducts 150 points from Gryffindor, placing their house at the bottom of the standings, and assigns all three detention.
Through the Trapdoor [B1-C16]
264-266
Dragons Are Discussed As Hagrid’s Lifelong Dream
Relaxing by the lake, Harry suddenly recalls Hagrid’s fondness for dragons and pieces together how a hooded stranger lured Hagrid into revealing Fluffy’s weakness. The trio rushes to confront Hagrid, who admits he let slip that music puts Fluffy to sleep, realizing too late the danger of his disclosure.
Relaxing by the lake, Harry suddenly recalls Hagrid’s fondness for dragons and pieces together how a hooded stranger lured Hagrid into revealing Fluffy’s weakness. The trio rushes to confront Hagrid, who admits he let slip that music puts Fluffy to sleep, realizing too late the danger of his disclosure.
279-281
Harry Thinks About The Danger Of Dragons While Reflecting On Norbert
In the next chamber, the trio discovers a swarm of winged keys and a locked door. Mounting broomsticks, they chase the enchanted keys. Using his Seeker instincts, Harry spots the correct key and captures it, unlocking the door to the next challenge.
In the next chamber, the trio discovers a swarm of winged keys and a locked door. Mounting broomsticks, they chase the enchanted keys. Using his Seeker instincts, Harry spots the correct key and captures it, unlocking the door to the next challenge.
The Man with Two Faces [B1-C17]
303-304
Hagrid Reveals He Was Tricked With A Dragon Egg To Reveal Fluffy’s Secret
Hagrid visits Harry in the hospital wing and gives him a photo album filled with pictures of his parents, providing Harry with a cherished link to his family.
Hagrid visits Harry in the hospital wing and gives him a photo album filled with pictures of his parents, providing Harry with a cherished link to his family.
