Harry Potter Stats

    Severus Snape

    Events [51]

    Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
    The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
    126-126
      Snape Gives Harry A Glaring Look That Causes Pain In His Scar
    Harry feels a sharp pain in his scar when Professor Snape looks at him during the feast. Percy explains that Snape is the Potions Master, rumored to be after the Defense Against the Dark Arts position.
    128-130
      Harry Dreams That Snape Laughs With A High And Cold Voice
    Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
    The Potions Master [B1-C8]
    135-136
      Professor Snape’s Favoritism Toward Slytherin Becomes A Topic Of Concern For Harry And Ron
    Harry and Ron Have Breakfast and Are Invited to Visit Hagrid Later That Day
    136-138
      Snape Singles Out Harry In Potions Class To Highlight His Dislike
    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
      Snape Harshly Criticizes Neville and Unfairly Blames Harry
    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.
    140-141
      Harry Tells Hagrid About Snape’s Harsh Behavior During Potions Class
    After a difficult Potions class, Harry and Ron visit Rubeus Hagrid in his hut for tea. They discuss their first week at Hogwarts, including Harry's frustrations with Snape. Rubeus Hagrid tries to reassure Harry, but Harry notices that Rubeus Hagrid avoids making eye contact when discussing Snape.
    141-142
      Harry Wonders If Hagrid Knows Something About Snape
    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.
    The Midnight Duel [B1-C9]
    150-152
      McGonagall Mentions Being Unable To Look Snape In The Face After Losing To Slytherin
    Instead of punishing Harry, Professor McGonagall introduces him to Oliver Wood, the captain of the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Impressed by Harry’s natural flying ability, Wood eagerly welcomes Harry as their new Seeker.
    Hallowe'en [B1-C10]
    173-175
      Snape Is Seen Heading Toward The Third Floor Instead Of The Dungeons
    Recognizing Hermione Granger’s isolation in the face of imminent danger, Harry and Ron deviate from the group to warn her about the troll. This act of concern foreshadows the loyalty and solidarity that will define their friendship.
    177-178
      Professor Snape Inspects The Troll With Suspicion Toward Harry
    Following the troll’s defeat, Professors McGonagall, Snape, and Quirrell arrive at the scene. Hermione Granger’s fabricated explanation to protect Harry and Ron highlights her gratitude and begins to unify the trio. Professor McGonagall’s reprimand, tempered by praise, reinforces the school’s stance on bravery and rule-breaking.
    Quidditch [B1-C11]
    181-182
      Snape Confronts Harry, Ron, and Hermione in the Courtyard and Penalizes Gryffindor
    The day before Harry’s first Quidditch match, Hermione conjures a portable blue flame to keep warm, but Snape approaches and seizes Harry’s Quidditch book, deducting points from Gryffindor. This encounter leaves Harry frustrated and curious about Snape’s limp, adding to his unease.
    182-183
      Snape’s Injured Leg Suggests He Tried to Get Past Fluffy
    Harry stumbles upon Snape nursing a wounded leg and overhears a cryptic complaint about the three-headed dog. This fuels Harry’s suspicions that Snape is involved in the forbidden corridor, and he shares his discovery with Ron and Hermione, further heightening their concerns.
    189-190
      Snape Is Spotted Muttering A Jinx While Fixing His Gaze On Harry
    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.
    190-191
      Snape Stands In The Stands, Mutters A Jinx, And Is Distracted By His Robes Catching Fire
    Determined to stop Snape, Hermione sets his robes on fire, breaking his focus. This distraction allows Harry to regain control of his broomstick and rejoin the game, while the Gryffindor crowd watches in relief and confusion.
    192-193
      Snape Is Accused Of Cursing Harry’s Broomstick And Trying To Steal What Fluffy Is Guarding
    Harry, Ron, and Hermione head to Hagrid’s hut after the match to share their suspicions about Snape. They tell Hagrid that Snape attempted to jinx Harry’s broom, but Hagrid dismisses their concerns. However, he unintentionally reveals the name “Nicolas Flamel” when pressed about the three-headed dog’s secret, further intensifying their curiosity.
    The Mirror of Erised [B1-C12]
    194-195
      Snape’s Potion Class Is Miserably Cold During Winter
    With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
    195-197
      Snape Deducts Points From Gryffindor For Ron’s Behavior
    After Draco Malfoy insults Ron Weasley’s family, Ron grabs Malfoy in anger but is caught by Professor Snape, who penalizes Gryffindor. Hagrid steps in to diffuse tensions and lifts the trio’s spirits by showing them the festive Great Hall decorations prepared by Professors McGonagall and Flitwick.
    197-199
      The Trio Believes Snape Is Trying To Steal What Flamel Is Protecting
    Harry, Ron, and Hermione comb through library books for Nicolas Flamel but find nothing. Harry briefly explores the Restricted Section but is reprimanded by Madam Pince. Frustrated, they resolve to continue searching during the holidays.
    205-207
      Snape Joins Filch In Searching For The Night Wanderer
    Using the Invisibility Cloak, Harry sneaks into the Restricted Section of the library but accidentally sets off a magical screaming book. Forced to flee, he narrowly escapes detection by Filch and Snape and hides in an unfamiliar room.
    207-209
      Snape Joins Filch In The Search For The Library Intruder
    Fleeing from Filch and Snape, Harry stumbles upon the Mirror of Erised in an unused classroom. The mirror shows him his parents and extended family, filling Harry with a bittersweet mix of joy and longing as he sees them for the first time.
    209-210
      Snape’s Role In Protecting The Stone Momentarily Fades From Harry’s Mind
    Harry brings Ron to see the Mirror of Erised, where Ron sees himself as Head Boy and Quidditch captain. The boys argue over whose turn it is to use the mirror before being interrupted by Mrs. Norris, prompting a hasty retreat.
    211-212
      Snape’s Presence Adds To The Risks Of Harry’s Plans
    Concerned about the risks of being caught, Ron tries to dissuade Harry from returning to the Mirror of Erised. Despite Ron’s warnings, Harry remains determined to see his parents again, brushing off his friend’s concerns.
    Nicolas Flamel [B1-C13]
    216-217
      Snape’s Decision To Referee The Match Worries The Gryffindor Team
    As Gryffindor intensifies Quidditch practice to secure a win against Hufflepuff, the team learns Snape will referee the match. Concerned about Snape’s bias, Harry shares his worries with Ron and Hermione, who suggest extreme measures to keep him off the field. Harry resolves to play despite his fears.
    219-220
      Harry Believes Snape Is After The Sorcerer’s Stone
    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.
    220-222
      Snape’s Presence Makes Harry Nervous Leading Up To The Match
    With the Quidditch match against Hufflepuff approaching, Harry grows increasingly nervous about Snape’s role as referee. His suspicions deepen as Snape’s behavior becomes more menacing, and he worries about the professor’s knowledge of their discovery of the Sorcerer’s Stone.
    221-222
      Snape’s Presence As Referee Raises Concerns For Harry’s Safety
    Before Gryffindor’s Quidditch match, Ron and Hermione sit in the stands with Neville, secretly practicing the Leg Locker Curse to use against Snape if he threatens Harry. Despite their concerns, they hope for Harry’s success on the field.
    222-222
      Snape Looks Angry As He Prepares To Referee The Match
    Harry’s nerves ease when he learns Dumbledore is attending the Quidditch match. Knowing Snape won’t dare act maliciously under Dumbledore’s watchful eye, Harry feels a renewed determination to secure a victory for Gryffindor.
    222-223
      Snape Awards Penalties Against Gryffindor To Favor Hufflepuff
    As Snape’s biased refereeing frustrates Gryffindor supporters, Malfoy taunts Neville and the Weasleys. Neville courageously defends himself, earning praise from Ron and showing his growing bravery despite Malfoy’s jeers.
    224-225
      Harry Reflects On Proving Snape Wrong With His Performance
    In a tense Quidditch match, Harry’s skill and determination allow him to capture the Snitch, securing Gryffindor’s victory despite Snape’s attempts to favor Hufflepuff. Harry’s accomplishment strengthens his sense of self-worth, proving he is more than just his fame.
    225-226
      Snape Pressures Quirrell About The Philosopher’s Stone During A Secret Meeting
    Following the Quidditch match, Harry secretly follows Snape into the Forbidden Forest and overhears him threatening Quirrell to reveal how to bypass Fluffy. This confrontation confirms Snape’s sinister intentions and heightens Harry’s concern for the Sorcerer’s Stone.
    227-228
      Snape’s Plan To Steal The Philosopher’s Stone Is Exposed By Harry
    Back in the Gryffindor common room, Harry tells Ron and Hermione about Snape’s confrontation with Quirrell. The trio realizes the stone is at risk, and they debate the severity of the threat, understanding that Quirrell’s resolve is crucial for keeping the stone safe.
    Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback [B1-C14]
    228-230
      Snape’s Usual Bad Temper Is Taken As A Sign That The Stone Remains Safe
    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.
    230-233
      Snape’s Involvement In Protecting The Stone Raises Suspicions
    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.
    240-241
      Malfoy Is Taken To See Snape After Being Caught By McGonagall
    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]
    246-247
      Harry Suspects Snape Pressured Quirrell Into Revealing Secrets About The Stone
    Harry overhears Quirinus Quirrell pleading for mercy and suspects Severus Snape is pressuring him to reveal the secrets of the Anti-Dark Force spell. Harry shares his concerns with Ron and Hermione, who debate whether to investigate or inform Dumbledore.
    259-261
      Harry Accuses Snape Of Working With Voldemort To Steal The Stone
    After returning to the common room, Harry shares his harrowing experience with Ron and Hermione. He comes to the terrifying conclusion that Severus Snape is trying to steal the Sorcerer's Stone for Lord Voldemort, who waits to return to power. Harry is now more determined than ever to prevent this from happening.
    Through the Trapdoor [B1-C16]
    262-263
      Snape Intimidates Students During Their Forgetfulness Potion Exam
    As final exams approach, Harry Potter battles mounting anxiety over Lord Voldemort’s possible return. His scar pains him frequently, nightmares of the hooded figure haunt him, and his fear distracts him during testing. Despite this, Harry, Ron, and Hermione complete their exams, trying to reassure themselves that the Stone remains safe under Dumbledore’s watch.
    268-269
      Snape Warns Harry About Further Rule-Breaking While Maintaining Suspicion
    As Harry, Ron, and Hermione plot to guard the Stone themselves, they are caught by Professor Snape. With a sharp reminder of Gryffindor’s recent point loss and a threat of expulsion, Snape warns Harry to cease his nighttime wanderings, leaving the trio uneasy and more determined to act.
    269-270
      Snape Questions Hermione And Disrupts Their Plan
    Harry, Ron, and Hermione devise a plan to watch Snape and protect the third-floor corridor. However, McGonagall catches them near the restricted area and sternly warns them off, while Hermione’s attempt to tail Snape fails when he becomes suspicious and questions her presence.
    270-271
      Snape Remains A Suspected Threat To The Stone
    Convinced that Snape plans to steal the Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry declares his intent to act. Despite the risk of expulsion, Harry’s determination to prevent Voldemort’s return compels Ron and Hermione to join him. Together, they prepare for a dangerous journey through the trapdoor.
    271-273
      Snape Is Believed To Be Targeting The Stone As The Trio Rushes To Stop Him
    Neville Longbottom, determined to prevent Harry, Ron, and Hermione from breaking more rules, blocks their way. After a tense exchange, Hermione uses the Full Body-Bind Curse to immobilize him. Though guilt-ridden, the trio presses on with their plan to protect the Stone.
    275-276
      The Trio Believes Snape Has Already Passed Fluffy Using A Harp
    Reaching the third-floor corridor, the trio finds Fluffy guarding the trapdoor. Harry plays Hagrid’s flute to lull the giant three-headed dog to sleep. They open the trapdoor and jump into the darkness below, beginning their perilous journey to the Stone.
    276-278
      None
    Landing on a deadly plant called Devil’s Snare, Harry, Ron, and Hermione struggle to escape its tightening grip. Hermione uses her knowledge of Herbology to conjure fire, driving the plant back and saving them from being suffocated.
    284-284
      Snape Contributed A Potion Puzzle As Part Of The Stone’s Protection
    Entering the next chamber, Harry and Hermione encounter a massive troll already knocked out with a bloody lump on its head. Relieved to avoid a fight, they carefully step past the unconscious creature and continue their journey.
    284-286
      None
    Confronted with a room of deadly flames and a table of potion bottles, Hermione uses logic to solve Snape’s riddle. She identifies the potion that will allow Harry to proceed through the black flames and another for her to return safely.
    287-287
      Snape Is Absent Despite Harry’s Expectations
    After drinking the potion, Harry walks through the black flames, preparing to face the final challenge and possibly Lord Voldemort himself. He steels himself for what awaits, knowing that this moment could determine the fate of the Sorcerer's Stone and the future of the wizarding world.
    The Man with Two Faces [B1-C17]
    288-290
      Snape Was Secretly Protecting Harry Throughout The School Year
    Harry Potter confronts Quirinus Quirrell and learns he was the mastermind behind attempts to steal the Sorcerer’s Stone. Quirrell reveals his role in the Halloween troll attack and his collaboration with Voldemort to regain power.
    290-291
      Snape’s Actions Were Misunderstood As Hatred While He Was Protecting Harry
    Quirinus Quirrell confesses to serving Lord Voldemort after meeting him during his travels. He recounts his failure at Gringotts and the punishments inflicted by Voldemort.
    299-300
      Snape’s Hatred Of James Is Offset By His Sense Of Debt
    Dumbledore reveals that Snape protected Harry to repay a life debt to James Potter. He also explains that the Invisibility Cloak was a gift from Harry’s father, connecting Harry to his parents’ legacy.
    306-307
      Snape Forces A Smile While Shaking McGonagall’s Hand Despite Gryffindor’s Victory
    Gryffindor triumphs over Slytherin after Dumbledore’s last-minute point awards, changing the decorations in the Great Hall and igniting a joyous celebration.
    Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets [B2]
    The Worst Birthday [B2-C1]
    3-4
      Harry Does Not Miss Snape’s Potions Classes
    After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.