Seamus Finnigan
Events [12]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
118-121
Seamus Finnigan Takes A Long Time To Be Sorted Into Gryffindor
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
123-124
Seamus Questions How Someone Can Be Nearly Headless
Sir Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington, also known as Nearly Headless Nick, introduces himself to the new Gryffindor students. He shares insights about Hogwarts’ ghosts, including the chilling presence of the Bloody Baron.
Sir Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington, also known as Nearly Headless Nick, introduces himself to the new Gryffindor students. He shares insights about Hogwarts’ ghosts, including the chilling presence of the Bloody Baron.
124-126
Seamus Talks About His Half-Blood Background And His Parents’ Marriage
During dessert, the new Gryffindor students share stories about their families. Neville recounts how his magical abilities first surfaced, while Hermione and Percy eagerly discuss the upcoming lessons at Hogwarts.
During dessert, the new Gryffindor students share stories about their families. Neville recounts how his magical abilities first surfaced, while Hermione and Percy eagerly discuss the upcoming lessons at Hogwarts.
The Potions Master [B1-C8]
133-135
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Harry experiences his first classes at Hogwarts, including History of Magic, Herbology, Transfiguration, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. He quickly learns that magic is more complicated than simply waving a wand, with Minerva McGonagall being especially strict.
Harry experiences his first classes at Hogwarts, including History of Magic, Herbology, Transfiguration, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. He quickly learns that magic is more complicated than simply waving a wand, with Minerva McGonagall being especially strict.
136-138
Seamus Winks At Harry To Show Support During Snape’s Interrogation
In Harry's first Potions class with Severus Snape, it becomes clear that Snape has a personal dislike for him. Snape quizzes Harry on potion ingredients, and when Harry cannot answer, Snape mocks him, making the situation uncomfortable for Harry.
In Harry's first Potions class with Severus Snape, it becomes clear that Snape has a personal dislike for him. Snape quizzes Harry on potion ingredients, and when Harry cannot answer, Snape mocks him, making the situation uncomfortable for Harry.
138-140
Seamus’s Cauldron Is Destroyed By Neville’s Potion Mistake
During a potion-making assignment, Neville Longbottom melts Seamus Finnigan's cauldron, causing a dangerous accident. Snape blames Harry for not helping Neville, docking points from Gryffindor and humiliating both Harry and Neville.
During a potion-making assignment, Neville Longbottom melts Seamus Finnigan's cauldron, causing a dangerous accident. Snape blames Harry for not helping Neville, docking points from Gryffindor and humiliating both Harry and Neville.
The Midnight Duel [B1-C9]
143-145
Seamus Tells Stories About Flying Around the Countryside on His Broomstick
A notice in the Gryffindor common room announces the start of flying lessons, revealing that Gryffindor and Slytherin will learn together. Harry dreads the lessons, fearing embarrassment in front of Malfoy, as students discuss Quidditch and their broomstick experiences.
A notice in the Gryffindor common room announces the start of flying lessons, revealing that Gryffindor and Slytherin will learn together. Harry dreads the lessons, fearing embarrassment in front of Malfoy, as students discuss Quidditch and their broomstick experiences.
154-156
Seamus Is Asleep In The Dormitory During Harry And Ron’s Departure
Hermione tries to stop Harry and Ron from sneaking out for the duel, but she ends up locked out of Gryffindor Tower. Neville, unable to remember the password, joins the group as they head toward the trophy room.
Hermione tries to stop Harry and Ron from sneaking out for the duel, but she ends up locked out of Gryffindor Tower. Neville, unable to remember the password, joins the group as they head toward the trophy room.
Hallowe'en [B1-C10]
170-172
Seamus Sets His Feather On Fire During Charms Practice
During Charms class, Hermione Granger successfully demonstrates the Levitation Charm, “Wingardium Leviosa,” contrasting with Ron’s struggles and sparking a heated exchange. Ron’s public criticism of Hermione leads to her retreat and signals the beginning of their complex friendship.
During Charms class, Hermione Granger successfully demonstrates the Levitation Charm, “Wingardium Leviosa,” contrasting with Ron’s struggles and sparking a heated exchange. Ron’s public criticism of Hermione leads to her retreat and signals the beginning of their complex friendship.
Quidditch [B1-C11]
183-184
Seamus Warns Harry About Seekers Being Targeted During Matches
On the morning of his first Quidditch match, Harry struggles with nerves but gains confidence when Gryffindor supporters unveil a colorful banner reading “Potter for President.” The show of support lifts his spirits as he prepares for the game.
On the morning of his first Quidditch match, Harry struggles with nerves but gains confidence when Gryffindor supporters unveil a colorful banner reading “Potter for President.” The show of support lifts his spirits as he prepares for the game.
189-190
Seamus Wonders If Flint’s Block Damaged Harry’s Broom
During the match, Harry’s broomstick behaves erratically, trying to throw him off. Hagrid explains that such behavior can only result from Dark magic. Hermione notices Snape muttering in the stands, appearing to cast a jinx, and realizes she must act quickly.
During the match, Harry’s broomstick behaves erratically, trying to throw him off. Hagrid explains that such behavior can only result from Dark magic. Hermione notices Snape muttering in the stands, appearing to cast a jinx, and realizes she must act quickly.
The Mirror of Erised [B1-C12]
199-200
Seamus Lends Harry a Chess Set That Gives Him Conflicting Advice During Games
As the Christmas break begins, Harry and Ron enjoy the empty common room, play wizard chess, and plot far-fetched ways to get Draco Malfoy expelled. Harry learns the basics of wizard chess using a borrowed set while Ron excels with his well-worn pieces.
As the Christmas break begins, Harry and Ron enjoy the empty common room, play wizard chess, and plot far-fetched ways to get Draco Malfoy expelled. Harry learns the basics of wizard chess using a borrowed set while Ron excels with his well-worn pieces.
