Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality 15 – Conscientiousness
Jul 21, 2011
Harry seeks Hermione's help to improve his spellcasting skills. Transfiguration magic is explored, highlighting the risks and restrictions. Harry earns Ravenclaw points and discusses future plans with Hermione.
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Failed Dark-Side Charm
- Harry tries to trigger a 'dark side' by getting angry but his Frigidiro charm fails repeatedly.
- Hermione performs the charm calmly and perfectly, embarrassing Harry and highlighting their skill gap.
Transfiguration’s Inherent Danger
- Professor McGonagall emphasizes Transfiguration's complexity and danger as justification for strictness.
- She teaches caution and respect for the subject because mistakes can be permanently harmful.
Don't Guess In Transfiguration
- Never guess in Transfiguration; learn what you do not know and avoid answering uncertainly.
- Leave questions blank if unsure, because a single error can be incredibly dangerous.