for Intensity7/12/2021 c64 AS
Omg I'm a wreck, I realized Harry's heard Fawkes singing and remembered seeing his parents.
Omg I'm a wreck, I realized Harry's heard Fawkes singing and remembered seeing his parents.
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48Pyrinsomniac
That feel when you realize you're still covered in blood. I'm sorry but I couldn't help but laugh upon rereading the chapter.
Poor Sirius. Life is suffering.
Remus makes a good guard dog. But I guess we knew that from Harry's hospital stay in Innocent.
Their different reactions to the extended family is also a good illustration of the difference between them, and a great recall to their different animal forms. Sirius is more empathetic than Remus; Remus is protective in a different way. Hell, even with Dora there...
And also POPPY POMFREY, BOSS BAMF OF HOGWARTS! The real MVP! Just set Pomfrey against Voldemort. He'd go down whimpering.
At least Dumbledore was polite enough to ask before pulling the curtain back to see Harry. Poor Sirius. I wonder if it makes it any better or worse to know that Dumbledore hasn't changed and it wasn't just Sirius? That Dumbledore is willing to hurt Harry a bit to get what he needs?
This is also a nice reminder that Dumbledore is not just a nice old man, a kindly Headmaster; Albus Dumbledore is one of the most formidable wizards in the world, every bit Voldemort's equal, and this is where it shows. Very nicely done.
Wait, I thought the burn was from the Cruciatus Curse? I need to go back and reread Voldemort and Harry's fight... for even phoenix tears to not be able to fully heal it, damn.
Also VERY nice to see that not everything can be magically healed all at once; putting some restrictions on magical healing make the stakes higher, make everything count more. It helps keep the tension when you need it. Beautiful.
And Harry waking up... brutal. So well done. Harry's confused and hurting and scared and you wrote him exactly like a 14 year old- albeit a remarkable one- waking up in fight mode, confused and hurting and scared.
THERE IT IS. Finally the words just right there on the page. Were you back and forth between the decision to take his hand entirely? Lord knows I would've been. Hats off to you, I don't know if I could've followed through with it. But the more I think about it the better decision it is to go ahead and take the hand from a writing standpoint.
It's a nice parallel with Wormtail; whereas Wormtail chose to cut off his hand (even if it wasn't much of a choice), chose to take the Mark, and got a new magical hand out of it, well, then there's Harry. Really makes you understand how Peter could do what he did and why. And I wonder if maybe the price for Harry's escape was his left hand? With the deeper magics working the way they do, with the whole Priori Incantatem being the vehicle for Harry's escape... if he was to be Splinched, I wonder if the deeper, old magic in play claimed Harry's left hand.
It's interesting to think about, anyway.
And Voldemort Marking Harry is such a good way, from a story standpoint, for Voldemort to make the point that he'll get what he wants one way or another, with or without the cooperation of the person involved. Also, this way, he has plausible deniability for Harry's escape; there'll always be that niggling little bit of doubt in any Death Eater's skepticism. Since Voldemort only shares with them as much as he needs them to know, they don't know if Harry's escape was either something Voldemort had planned or something he allowed to happen.
All of this also helps establish Voldemort as a credible villain, which is more than canon did. Beautiful!
And hey, with the Mark being several shades lighter than his skin... Voldemort basically left Harry another scar, huh? Just a much more typical one. Y'know, as far as physical scars inflicted by magic go.
Aww, I've missed Angry Dad Sirius! Kinda wish he HAD told Dumbledore to shove that comment, tbh.
Dumbledore's explanation about cores was fascinating. And it makes sense; this is consistent with what we've seen of magic in this universe. It's also really satisfying to get an explanation. I really appreciate how you've written competent adults here.
Oh, darling boy. This Harry knows enough about magic to question what exactly that version of his parents was/ were; he can't just accept it at face value. And Sirius! Sirius can't remember seeing them but his soul remembers... ouch, my heart.
Awwwwww. Never thought I'd see the day when I actually really love Kreacher.
"Unless there's anything else we should know [...]" Oh, just you wait, Sirius. Ya boi ain't gonna volunteer the information that he tried to use a Killing Curse but it's gonna eat him up inside until he tells you. This is gonna be that heartsick, forlorn little sojourn in the cell after the Dementor attack all over again.
Kreacher, Dumbledore, and Fawkes came back already? Why? Be nice if they found Harry's hand but there's little to no chance of that. With the wrist being sealed shut and as much time has passed, even magic probably couldn't reattach the hand at this point. Poor kid.
Good thing he has a Padfoot. That was one thing that really, really bothered me about Goblet of Fire. I mean, I understand the point that Rowling was trying to make, but still. If Sirius can be half- mad and break out of Azkaban just to protect this kid, is he really going to run off at the first chance to come out of hiding and do something? Honestly. JKR did my boy so dirty and I'm so glad you respect him. It sounds stupid but in all sincerity, your Sirius is one of my joys in life. I can't thank you enough for your stories, and especially for sharing them. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
48PyrinsomniacThat feel when you realize you're still covered in blood. I'm sorry but I couldn't help but laugh upon rereading the chapter.
Poor Sirius. Life is suffering.
Remus makes a good guard dog. But I guess we knew that from Harry's hospital stay in Innocent.
Their different reactions to the extended family is also a good illustration of the difference between them, and a great recall to their different animal forms. Sirius is more empathetic than Remus; Remus is protective in a different way. Hell, even with Dora there...
And also POPPY POMFREY, BOSS BAMF OF HOGWARTS! The real MVP! Just set Pomfrey against Voldemort. He'd go down whimpering.
At least Dumbledore was polite enough to ask before pulling the curtain back to see Harry. Poor Sirius. I wonder if it makes it any better or worse to know that Dumbledore hasn't changed and it wasn't just Sirius? That Dumbledore is willing to hurt Harry a bit to get what he needs?
This is also a nice reminder that Dumbledore is not just a nice old man, a kindly Headmaster; Albus Dumbledore is one of the most formidable wizards in the world, every bit Voldemort's equal, and this is where it shows. Very nicely done.
Wait, I thought the burn was from the Cruciatus Curse? I need to go back and reread Voldemort and Harry's fight... for even phoenix tears to not be able to fully heal it, damn.
Also VERY nice to see that not everything can be magically healed all at once; putting some restrictions on magical healing make the stakes higher, make everything count more. It helps keep the tension when you need it. Beautiful.
And Harry waking up... brutal. So well done. Harry's confused and hurting and scared and you wrote him exactly like a 14 year old- albeit a remarkable one- waking up in fight mode, confused and hurting and scared.
THERE IT IS. Finally the words just right there on the page. Were you back and forth between the decision to take his hand entirely? Lord knows I would've been. Hats off to you, I don't know if I could've followed through with it. But the more I think about it the better decision it is to go ahead and take the hand from a writing standpoint.
It's a nice parallel with Wormtail; whereas Wormtail chose to cut off his hand (even if it wasn't much of a choice), chose to take the Mark, and got a new magical hand out of it, well, then there's Harry. Really makes you understand how Peter could do what he did and why. And I wonder if maybe the price for Harry's escape was his left hand? With the deeper magics working the way they do, with the whole Priori Incantatem being the vehicle for Harry's escape... if he was to be Splinched, I wonder if the deeper, old magic in play claimed Harry's left hand.
It's interesting to think about, anyway.
And Voldemort Marking Harry is such a good way, from a story standpoint, for Voldemort to make the point that he'll get what he wants one way or another, with or without the cooperation of the person involved. Also, this way, he has plausible deniability for Harry's escape; there'll always be that niggling little bit of doubt in any Death Eater's skepticism. Since Voldemort only shares with them as much as he needs them to know, they don't know if Harry's escape was either something Voldemort had planned or something he allowed to happen.
All of this also helps establish Voldemort as a credible villain, which is more than canon did. Beautiful!
And hey, with the Mark being several shades lighter than his skin... Voldemort basically left Harry another scar, huh? Just a much more typical one. Y'know, as far as physical scars inflicted by magic go.
Aww, I've missed Angry Dad Sirius! Kinda wish he HAD told Dumbledore to shove that comment, tbh.
Dumbledore's explanation about cores was fascinating. And it makes sense; this is consistent with what we've seen of magic in this universe. It's also really satisfying to get an explanation. I really appreciate how you've written competent adults here.
Oh, darling boy. This Harry knows enough about magic to question what exactly that version of his parents was/ were; he can't just accept it at face value. And Sirius! Sirius can't remember seeing them but his soul remembers... ouch, my heart.
Awwwwww. Never thought I'd see the day when I actually really love Kreacher.
"Unless there's anything else we should know [...]" Oh, just you wait, Sirius. Ya boi ain't gonna volunteer the information that he tried to use a Killing Curse but it's gonna eat him up inside until he tells you. This is gonna be that heartsick, forlorn little sojourn in the cell after the Dementor attack all over again.
Kreacher, Dumbledore, and Fawkes came back already? Why? Be nice if they found Harry's hand but there's little to no chance of that. With the wrist being sealed shut and as much time has passed, even magic probably couldn't reattach the hand at this point. Poor kid.
Good thing he has a Padfoot. That was one thing that really, really bothered me about Goblet of Fire. I mean, I understand the point that Rowling was trying to make, but still. If Sirius can be half- mad and break out of Azkaban just to protect this kid, is he really going to run off at the first chance to come out of hiding and do something? Honestly. JKR did my boy so dirty and I'm so glad you respect him. It sounds stupid but in all sincerity, your Sirius is one of my joys in life. I can't thank you enough for your stories, and especially for sharing them. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
7/12/2021 c64 AS
One of the things that makes you great is a writer is how you constantly throw little tidbits in there to enrich the story - I love picturing the kids having their own junior Order meeting, and also how Ron was willing to cross Dumbledore but not Pomfrey, and of course, Kreacher calling Harry "brat." Sirius and the cauldron cracking line was just funny - again, it's a serious chapter, but you throw in this brief moments of levity that continue to add to the richness of the plot and the stories overall.
It sucked in canon, and it sucked in this - but Harry waking up to speak with Dumbledore and Sirius was the right thing to do. Harry's panic waking up was so sad, especially him not having a hand, (I'm assuming he shocked Sirius, like he did to Hermionie after the Walpurgis uniform debacle), but felt very realistic as he was recently kidnapped and tortured. The idea that Harry had to feel his injuries because he can't see is heartbreaking.
You've done a great job the past two chapters specifically utilizing Sirius' sense of smell both with Pomfrey in #63, and Harry and Dumbledore throughout this chapter. In addition to Harry using it to realize he was with Padfoot again, but also that something was amiss with his marked forearm. It always adds a welcomed layer of depth to a lot of these conversations.
OMG Voldemort marked Harry. Absolutely AWFUL. I hate that I love how much psychological warfare Voldemort unleashes on Harry. Poor Harry drinking all of the calming drought :(
I never realized that Sirius doesn't remember how he got out of the veil in Initiate, so that was interesting.
I hope they can get Harry's hand back! That would certainly be a silver lining.
Wonderful chapter as always! I enjoyed hearing Harry's recollection to Sirius and Dumbledore, but am looking forward to the future emotional conversation that I'm sure is coming - Harry using an Unforgiveable, and maybe even some of the residual guilt he has about Wormtail's arm.
And Crouch is still MIA - no good can come of that.
Thanks again for sharing!
One of the things that makes you great is a writer is how you constantly throw little tidbits in there to enrich the story - I love picturing the kids having their own junior Order meeting, and also how Ron was willing to cross Dumbledore but not Pomfrey, and of course, Kreacher calling Harry "brat." Sirius and the cauldron cracking line was just funny - again, it's a serious chapter, but you throw in this brief moments of levity that continue to add to the richness of the plot and the stories overall.
It sucked in canon, and it sucked in this - but Harry waking up to speak with Dumbledore and Sirius was the right thing to do. Harry's panic waking up was so sad, especially him not having a hand, (I'm assuming he shocked Sirius, like he did to Hermionie after the Walpurgis uniform debacle), but felt very realistic as he was recently kidnapped and tortured. The idea that Harry had to feel his injuries because he can't see is heartbreaking.
You've done a great job the past two chapters specifically utilizing Sirius' sense of smell both with Pomfrey in #63, and Harry and Dumbledore throughout this chapter. In addition to Harry using it to realize he was with Padfoot again, but also that something was amiss with his marked forearm. It always adds a welcomed layer of depth to a lot of these conversations.
OMG Voldemort marked Harry. Absolutely AWFUL. I hate that I love how much psychological warfare Voldemort unleashes on Harry. Poor Harry drinking all of the calming drought :(
I never realized that Sirius doesn't remember how he got out of the veil in Initiate, so that was interesting.
I hope they can get Harry's hand back! That would certainly be a silver lining.
Wonderful chapter as always! I enjoyed hearing Harry's recollection to Sirius and Dumbledore, but am looking forward to the future emotional conversation that I'm sure is coming - Harry using an Unforgiveable, and maybe even some of the residual guilt he has about Wormtail's arm.
And Crouch is still MIA - no good can come of that.
Thanks again for sharing!
7/12/2021 c64 3crescent-nightshade1
Its lovely! Thank you so much! I love it. Hope they can un-splinch his arm.
3crescent-nightshade1Its lovely! Thank you so much! I love it. Hope they can un-splinch his arm.
7/12/2021 c64 LtKettch
Thanks for so faithfully continuing this epic series! This was another great chapter.
Thanks for so faithfully continuing this epic series! This was another great chapter.
7/12/2021 c64 7MPRose
Let Sirius get Harry's hand back please!
This has been such an intense storyline, and yet, it feels like just the beginning!
7MPRoseLet Sirius get Harry's hand back please!
This has been such an intense storyline, and yet, it feels like just the beginning!
7/12/2021 c64 thesquibbler
You. Are. An. Amazing. Writer.
I’m wondering if the veil Sirius saw was foreshadowing? Or did I forget something from one of the last books? Poor Harry! And I was not expecting a Dark Mark. This Voldemort really plays up the psychological torture much better than canon Voldie. How in the word will Harry get through all of this intact? I just want to wrap him in a blanket and have him whisked away to Canada or something.
You. Are. An. Amazing. Writer.
I’m wondering if the veil Sirius saw was foreshadowing? Or did I forget something from one of the last books? Poor Harry! And I was not expecting a Dark Mark. This Voldemort really plays up the psychological torture much better than canon Voldie. How in the word will Harry get through all of this intact? I just want to wrap him in a blanket and have him whisked away to Canada or something.
7/12/2021 c64 Guest
Another great chapter! Can’t wait to find out what happens next.
Another great chapter! Can’t wait to find out what happens next.
7/12/2021 c64 Shan
RETURN KF THE HAND? DID THEY GET HIS HAND BACK?
RETURN KF THE HAND? DID THEY GET HIS HAND BACK?
7/12/2021 c64 southernstar
Another sublime chapter *claps*
The feels, the angst, the revelations, the things Harry still hasn't revealed... I love how you handle that edge between what is said and what isn't, what we know happened and the fragments that the other characters get. I wonder how Sirius will manage the fact that Harry is not telling him everything when there is literally a burnt hole in his chest he has not addressed. I can't wait to see how Harry reacts to everything once the calming draught wears off.
I feel for Harry and Sirius.
There are few things like that moment when I see the notification pop in my inbox saying you posted a new chapter. Instantly makes my day.
Thank you!
Another sublime chapter *claps*
The feels, the angst, the revelations, the things Harry still hasn't revealed... I love how you handle that edge between what is said and what isn't, what we know happened and the fragments that the other characters get. I wonder how Sirius will manage the fact that Harry is not telling him everything when there is literally a burnt hole in his chest he has not addressed. I can't wait to see how Harry reacts to everything once the calming draught wears off.
I feel for Harry and Sirius.
There are few things like that moment when I see the notification pop in my inbox saying you posted a new chapter. Instantly makes my day.
Thank you!
7/12/2021 c64 Icesocksdix
I really liked this chapter and the fact that you're making well Harry suffer. But I do wonder how you intend for it to play out now that there are two witnesses to Voldemorts return.
I really liked this chapter and the fact that you're making well Harry suffer. But I do wonder how you intend for it to play out now that there are two witnesses to Voldemorts return.
7/12/2021 c64 Guest
UNBELIEVABLY! This was brilliant, and sad and sweet but first of all you shocked me again. The MARK? Thats so cruel and unexpected! And Harrys HAND!
Your explanation of priori incantatem was much more interesting and logically than Rowlings!
But this chapter wasnt enough, i need MORE! So much unsaid, Harry didnt tell about the fiend fire, or about him using the killing curse, or Voldemort wanting Harry to join him! I NEED MORE!
And by the way i really love this: "There was an odd note of triumph - muted though it was - in Dumbledore's voice." This just shows again how often you must have read the books, this is what gives your stories (among a LOT of other things) its high qualitiy!
I really would like to tell you how much i love this chapter und that you give us all the Sirius Harry moments the books missed, but i dont have words for it! All i can say is that i need more and i am so so thankful that you share this incredible story with us! Im looking forward for more, the wait will kill me but i know it will be awesome. Thank you alot, i literally abandon everything whenever theres been an update and i will keep checking everyday.
UNBELIEVABLY! This was brilliant, and sad and sweet but first of all you shocked me again. The MARK? Thats so cruel and unexpected! And Harrys HAND!
Your explanation of priori incantatem was much more interesting and logically than Rowlings!
But this chapter wasnt enough, i need MORE! So much unsaid, Harry didnt tell about the fiend fire, or about him using the killing curse, or Voldemort wanting Harry to join him! I NEED MORE!
And by the way i really love this: "There was an odd note of triumph - muted though it was - in Dumbledore's voice." This just shows again how often you must have read the books, this is what gives your stories (among a LOT of other things) its high qualitiy!
I really would like to tell you how much i love this chapter und that you give us all the Sirius Harry moments the books missed, but i dont have words for it! All i can say is that i need more and i am so so thankful that you share this incredible story with us! Im looking forward for more, the wait will kill me but i know it will be awesome. Thank you alot, i literally abandon everything whenever theres been an update and i will keep checking everyday.
7/12/2021 c64 Damini
Brilliant chapter! All the characters have been portrayed with such finesse. That goes for all the characters in the series as well as the plot. I binge-read the entire series and I must say, it is a work of art. Thank you so much for writing this. Your writing is beautiful. You write like a professional author.
Anyways, keep the chapters coming! And thanks again for writing this beauty!
Brilliant chapter! All the characters have been portrayed with such finesse. That goes for all the characters in the series as well as the plot. I binge-read the entire series and I must say, it is a work of art. Thank you so much for writing this. Your writing is beautiful. You write like a professional author.
Anyways, keep the chapters coming! And thanks again for writing this beauty!