To fulfil these conditions, Snape deposited the real sword in a frozen lake in the Forest of Dean and used his corporeal Doe Patronus to guide Harry to the sword. When Harry tried to retrieve the sword, the Locket of Slytherin closed around his neck and attempted to strangle him, sensing that its destruction was near.

Was it Snape that showed Harry where the sword was?

Severus Snape's doe Patronus in Harry Potter revealed that he had been in love with Lily Potter and was the one who helped Harry find the Sword of Gryffindor, but its meaning went far deeper than that.

How did Snape know to put the sword in the lake?

Dumbledore knew the Ministry wouldn't allow him to leave the Sword of Gryffindor to Harry in his will. Snape was following Dumbledore's orders when he left the Sword of Gryffindor in the lake.

How did Snape know when Harry was under the invisibility cloak?

Snape definitely knew because in book 4 when Harry sees crouch in Snapes office, he's in his invisibility cloak. As soon as snape sees the golden egg and the map he says 'potters here' to mad eye. Potters here. This is his egg and he's in his invisibility cloak.

Did Snape know the sword was fake?

Voldemort wanted the sword because it belonged to one of the founders. Remember, he made the cup, the locket and the diadem into Horcruxes. He probably had every intention to change it as well. Snape knew it was fake because he was acting on Dumbledores orders.

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Why did Snape put the fake sword in Bellatrix's vault?

This replica was placed in the case normally holding the real sword, so that the real one could eventually be given to Harry Potter to assist his search for Voldemort's Horcruxes. The replica made its way in time into Bellatrix Lestrange's vault at Gringotts Wizarding Bank.

Why didn't Hermione just show Bellatrix's wand?

They know she's an impostor. They've been warned", so obviously the request for the wand was unexpected even to him. It's thus pretty safe to conclude that the real Bellatrix had reported her wand stolen and alerted Gringotts prior to the trio's attempted break in.

How did Draco see Harry under the cloak?

In February, Harry went to Hogsmeade underneath the Cloak, because he wanted to remain hidden again during his second visit. During this visit, his floating head was seen by Draco, Crabbe and Goyle when he hid under the Cloak to throw dirt at them to help Ron.

How did Harry Potter's dad get the invisibility cloak?

James inherited the Cloak from his father, Fleamont Potter, who inherited it as a descendant of Iolanthe Peverell — a granddaughter of Ignotus Peverell. The Cloak passed down through generations of the family until it reached James and then Harry.

Did Voldemort ever find out Snape was a spy?

Voldemort Never Figured Out Snape Was A Spy

However, there were a select few that had his trust, and whom he treated with respect. This included Bellatrix Lestrange and Severus Snape. No matter what Snape did as a spy, Voldemort never figured out he was not on the Dark Lord's side.

Why didn't Hermione save Dobby?

Honestly, Hermione knew Dobby was a lost case... nothing could have revived Dobby after the attack or she would have definitely helped Harry with Dobby considering she was the girl who started S.P.E.W(Society for the Elfish welfare) and fought for elf rights. There was nothing to be done at that point.

Why did Griphook betray Harry?

However, despite being rescued by them, Griphook's general mistrust of wizardkind resulted in him betraying Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. He betrayed them because he believed they would not hand him the Sword of Gryffindor, after destroying the Cup and other Horcruxes.

Did Malfoy recognize Harry?

Malfoy is also convinced (to a certain extent) that it is Harry, but he isn't so sure, so he asks his son - Draco - if he recognises him. Unfortunately, Malfoy isn't sure of it as well, so Lucius has no evidence or confirmation that it is Harry.

Why didn't Snape just give Harry the sword?

In addition, the portrait of Dumbledore told Severus Snape that the sword must be taken under conditions of need and valour, which was why Snape put it into the frozen pond in the first place.

Was Snape protecting Harry the whole time?

While through most of the series Snape seems to be horrible to Harry and possibly trying to get him into Voldemort's hands, it's revealed at the end of the series that Snape was actually helping watch out for Harry.

How do we know Snape put the sword in the lake?

It was mentioned that Harry and Ron thought there was someone there with them. It's implied that the same person who cast the doe patronus put the sword into the lake. We know by the end of the book that this was Snape.

How were the Potters so rich?

The Potters' generational wealth is traced back to their ancestor, Linfred of Stinchcombe, who amassed a great fortune through his medicinal services and inventions of healing potions.

How did James Potter save Snape?

While in school together, Sirius once tricked Snape into almost entering the Shrieking Shack while Lupin was there, transformed into a werewolf. James realised the danger and stopped Snape, saving his life; this is the incident Dumbledore referred to at the end of the first book.

Was Harry's dad the third brother?

The three brothers were Antioch, Cadmus and Ignotus Peverell. Harry was descended, through his father James, via Ignotus Peverell. His ancestor Hardwin Potter married Iolanthe Peverell, Ignotus' granddaughter, who passed on the invisibility cloak.

Why does Draco pretend not to recognize Harry?

Hero: He Pretended Not To Recognize Harry

Bellatrix pressured Draco to decide if the captured boy is Harry. His eyes show he recognizes Harry, but he decides not to confirm that they have indeed captured Potter. Instead, he chooses to save the hero. It could be a sign that Draco never wished Harry actual harm.

Why didn't Lucius Malfoy want to give Voldemort his wand?

After no volunteers presented themselves, Voldemort selected Lucius as an unwilling donor. Lucius reluctantly surrendered his wand after some prompting from his wife, identifying its wand wood and core for Voldemort's benefit.

Why didn't Harry's crucio work on Bellatrix?

When Death Eater Bellatrix Lestrange killed Harry's godfather Sirius Black, Harry chased down Bellatrix and performed the curse on her out of rage. However, it was performed unsuccessfully as Harry was doing it with "righteous anger" and couldn't muster the will to actually cause her harm.

Did Hermione break Harry's wand on purpose?

Hermione raced to his defence, using a Blasting Curse to repel the snake. The curse ricocheted, damaging Harry's wand. Harry asked Hermione to repair it afterwards, but it was too badly damaged. Harry was very upset at the loss of his wand, though he was not angry with Hermione, recognising that she had saved his life.