The Second Task

Hermione Confronts Harry About the Egg Clue
Hermione Granger confronts Harry Potter during Charms class, upset that he hasn't fully worked out the egg clue. Harry responds defensively, explaining that he just needs to "fine-tune" it. Ron Weasley and Harry use the Banishing Charm during class while Harry shares details about Snape and Moody's conversation from the previous night.
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Harry Suspects Snape Could Be Involved in the Goblet of Fire
During Charms class, Harry, Ron, and Hermione discuss the possibility of Severus Snape's involvement in putting Harry's name in the Goblet of Fire. Hermione reminds them that Snape once saved Harry's life, but Ron remains suspicious, suggesting that Moody is keeping an eye on Snape.
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Harry Sends a Letter to Sirius Black About Snape and Crouch
After discussing the events in Charms class, Harry sends a letter to Sirius Black, informing him about Barty Crouch sneaking into Snape's office and Moody's concerns about Snape. Harry then begins focusing on how to survive underwater for the second task.
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Hagrid Encourages Harry, Despite Harry's Growing Panic
Harry becomes increasingly worried as the second task approaches, unable to find a way to survive underwater for an hour. During Care of Magical Creatures, Rubeus Hagrid expresses his confidence in Harry's abilities, recalling Harry's performance with the Horntail. Although Harry is nervous, he hides his doubts from Hagrid.
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Harry Desperately Searches the Library for a Solution
As the second task looms, Harry, Ron, and Hermione frantically search the library for a spell or charm that will allow Harry to survive underwater for an hour. Despite their efforts, they find nothing helpful. The day before the task, Harry is still unable to figure out a solution, leading to a growing sense of despair.
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Dobby Saves Harry by Bringing Him Gillyweed
With only ten minutes left before the second task, Dobby wakes Harry up in the library and gives him gillyweed, which will allow him to breathe underwater. Dobby explains that he overheard Professors McGonagall and Moody discussing the task. Harry hurriedly takes the gillyweed and rushes to the lake.
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Harry Begins the Second Task with Gillyweed
As the second task begins, Harry uses the gillyweed to transform his body, gaining gills and webbed hands to swim underwater. He marvels at how quickly he moves through the water and how clearly he can see. He swims deep into the Black Lake, encountering grindylows along the way.
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Harry Rescues Ron and Gabrielle Delacour
After finding the hostages tied underwater, including Ron and Fleur's sister Gabrielle, Harry rescues Ron first. Though he initially tries to rescue Hermione as well, the merpeople prevent him, insisting he only take his assigned hostage. With time running out and Fleur not arriving, Harry decides to rescue Gabrielle, carrying both her and Ron to the surface.
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Harry Returns to the Surface with Ron and Gabrielle
Harry emerges from the lake with Ron and Gabrielle Delacour, exhausted but successful. Despite being outside the time limit, Harry's determination to save all the hostages is praised. Fleur is grateful to Harry for saving her sister, and Dumbledore praises Harry's moral fiber. Harry ties for first place with Cedric.
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The Judges Award Points for the Second Task
The judges announce the points for the second task, with Fleur receiving twenty-five points, Cedric forty-seven, Viktor forty, and Harry forty-five. Despite finishing last, Harry's moral fiber earns him extra points. Harry ties with Cedric for first place in the tournament standings.
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