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What If Harry Was In Slytherin - FULL STORY 1-4

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An eight-part series titled "What If Harry Was In Slytherin" is condensed into two parts, highlighting Harry's choice to avoid Slytherin and his unique experiences in the house. Despite being sorted into Slytherin, Harry's friendships with Ron and Hermione lead to unexpected victories and adventures, shaping his identity and future choices in the series.

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The pivotal moment in the series is Harry's choice to avoid Slytherin, influenced by Hagrid's warning about the house's dark history and Draco Malfoy's family legacy, shaping his Hogwarts experience significantly.
Harry's encounter with Draco at Madame Malkin's robe shop leads him to inquire about Slytherin, sparking his concern about being sorted into the house, impacting his decisions and interactions.
Despite being sorted into Slytherin, Harry remains Voldemort's prophesied equal but does not embrace dark magic, potentially facing isolation within his house and challenging his identity.
Harry's friendship with Ron and defense of Neville solidify his bond with Gryffindors, leading to his inclusion in the Slytherin Quidditch team, funded by Lucius Malfoy, showcasing the complexities of house dynamics.
The series explores intricate plotlines involving Draco's character development, Moody's influence as the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, and the evolving relationships between Harry, Ron, Hermione, and other key characters, setting the stage for further developments in the narrative.

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00:00

"Harry's Slytherin Dilemma: A Condensed Series"

An eight-part series titled "What If Harry Was In Slytherin" was created earlier in the year, split into eight videos, making it challenging to watch due to ads and repeated intros and outros.
To address this issue, the series will be condensed into two parts, covering events from Philosopher's Stone to Goblet of Fire, with added artwork submitted by viewers.
The pivotal moment in the series is Harry's choice to ask the Sorting Hat not to place him in Slytherin, which stems from conversations with Hagrid and Draco Malfoy.
Hagrid's warning about Slytherin's dark history and Draco's family legacy in the house influence Harry's decision to avoid Slytherin.
Meeting Draco at Madame Malkin's robe shop prompts Harry to inquire about Slytherin and Hufflepuff, leading to his concern about being sorted into Slytherin.
Despite Ron's preference for Gryffindor, it is not a significant factor in Harry's decision to avoid Slytherin.
If Harry had not met Draco, he would have arrived at Hogwarts unaware of the house reputations, impacting his sorting decision.
Harry's sorting into Slytherin would have caused a stir in the Great Hall, with Slytherin students possibly viewing him as Voldemort's successor.
Despite being in Slytherin, Harry remains Voldemort's prophesied equal and would not embrace dark magic, potentially leading to isolation within his house.
Harry's friendship with Ron and defense of Neville during flying lessons solidifies his bond with Gryffindors, leading to his inclusion in the Slytherin Quidditch team, funded by Lucius Malfoy.

11:57

Harry's First Year at Hogwarts: Summary

Hermione saves Harry during the Quidditch match by lighting Snape's robes on fire after catching him uttering the counter Curse.
Hermione's inspiration from Harry's actions leads her to save him, despite not being in Gryffindor, due to the Remembrall incident.
Slytherin wins the Quidditch match against Gryffindor, with Harry, Ron, and Hermione becoming best friends despite the house differences.
Harry, Ron, and Hermione spend time together in various locations around Hogwarts, not just in the common room.
Harry receives the invisibility cloak for Christmas and uses it to explore the castle, eventually finding the Mirror of Erised.
The trio still faces challenges like dealing with Norbert, getting detention in the Forbidden Forest, and encountering Voldemort drinking unicorn blood.
Snape's actions lead the trio to believe he is trying to steal the Sorcerer's Stone, prompting them to go through the trapdoor and defeat the obstacles.
Harry defeats Quirrell and gets the Sorcerer's Stone, with the events becoming common knowledge at Hogwarts.
Slytherin wins the House Cup, with Harry's Quidditch victories contributing significantly to their lead.
Harry's realization about his parents being in Gryffindor raises questions about his identity and future choices, setting the stage for further developments in the series.

22:48

Ron Becomes Gryffindor Seeker, Wins Match

Harry is not on the Gryffindor Quidditch team, leaving an opening for a Seeker position.
Ron tries out for the Seeker position and is likely to make the team due to his interest, eligibility, and support from his brothers.
Professor McGonagall might gift Ron a Nimbus 2000 as a reward for his efforts.
Harry and Ron have similar detentions, but Ron avoids a specific punishment due to not being affected by a spell.
Harry's encounter with Filch and Nearly Headless Nick is altered, leading to significant consequences.
The trio's absence from the Deathday party changes their discovery of Mrs. Norris and Harry's initial suspicion in the Chamber of Secrets case.
The first Quidditch match involves Ron as the Seeker against Harry, with a strategic advantage for Gryffindor.
The match intensifies with a rogue Bludger targeting Harry, ultimately leading to Ron catching the Snitch and winning.
The Polyjuice Potion's purpose shifts from questioning Malfoy to a potential confrontation between Harry and Draco.
Ginny's involvement in the Chamber of Secrets mystery is altered due to Harry's living arrangements, impacting key events like the Valentine's Day incident.

33:51

"Draco's betrayal leads to Basilisk threat"

Draco Malfoy steals Harry's secret diary during the Quidditch match, leading to an attack on Hermione and Penelope.
Draco, possessed by Tom Riddle, controls the Basilisk to fulfill Riddle's goals of killing Harry and purging the school of Muggle-borns.
Hagrid's arrest and Dumbledore's removal prompt Ron and Harry to seek answers from Aragog in the woods about the Chamber of Secrets.
Harry and Ron's attempt to talk to Moaning Myrtle is interrupted by McGonagall, leading them to learn about the Basilisk.
Harry being in Slytherin alters the timeline, affecting interactions and information sharing.
Ginny informs Harry about the Basilisk uninterrupted, leading to a rush to alert the teachers about the danger.
Harry, Ron, and Lockhart discover the Chamber of Secrets, with Lockhart losing his memory and Ron getting trapped.
Harry faces the Basilisk alone, unable to wield the sword of Gryffindor due to his Slytherin status.
Harry communicates with the Basilisk in Parseltongue, convincing it not to harm anyone and healing its eyes with Fawkes' tears.
Draco's actions lead to Lucius offering Harry a favor, resulting in Draco freeing Dobby and Harry realizing Slytherin house is not inherently evil.

45:42

Harry and Draco's Complex Relationship at Hogwarts

Harry asks Draco out of solidarity, not in jest
Harry and Draco have a mutual respect, not necessarily liking each other
Harry's classes change, but not significantly impacting his experiences
Hagrid teaches Care of Magical Creatures, showcasing Hippogriffs
Malfoy's provocation leads to Hagrid's trial and Buckbeak's fate
Malfoy joins the Slytherin Quidditch team, impacting the game
Lucius Malfoy buys Draco a Firebolt to overshadow Harry
Defense Against the Dark Arts class involves fighting a Boggart
Draco struggles with a Dementor in class, revealing his fear
Harry and Draco's Quidditch match ends with Gryffindor's victory

56:46

Harry's Discovery of Sirius and Pettigrew

Harry learns that Draco's father didn't know Sirius was on their side and that Sirius had a brother named Regulus who was a Death Eater.
Slytherin narrowly beats Ravenclaw in Quidditch, happening before Gryffindor's match, affecting Harry's Firebolt examination.
Cho Chang is injured and won't play against Harry, leading to his crush on her.
Harry faces Ravenclaw's second-string Seeker on a school broom due to Lucius Malfoy's lesson.
Despite Slytherin's Nimbus 2001 brooms, Harry's skills secure their victory.
Ron loses to Cho in the Gryffindor-Ravenclaw match, a bad day for him.
Sirius breaks into Gryffindor common room, creating fear and uncertainty.
Harry, Ron, and Hermione discover Sirius is an Animagus and Peter Pettigrew's true identity.
Lupin's absence leads to chaos as Sirius confronts Peter, with Lupin transforming into a werewolf.
The trio chases Peter, who transforms into a human, leading to a confrontation with Sirius.

01:08:01

"Harry saves Sirius from Death Eaters"

Sirius is hiding from Death Eaters due to Voldemort's downfall.
Dementors attack Sirius, but Harry's Patronus saves them.
Time-Turner is used to go back two hours to save Sirius.
Harry and Hermione hide in the Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom.
Lupin is saved from his magically sealed office by Harry and Hermione.
Harry tries to stop Pettigrew from escaping but saves Sirius instead.
Hermione pretends to be knocked out to help Sirius escape.
Lupin is seen as a werewolf and has to leave the castle.
Draco's character development is noted, influenced by spending time around Harry.
Moody (Barty Crouch Jr.) is the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher.

01:18:47

"Harry's Challenges and Interactions at Hogwarts"

Harry receives a letter that likely contains information about conjuring a Patronus, a skill shared by Harry and Draco, which could intrigue Bardi Crouch Jr. due to Lucius Malfoy's son being involved.
The first class introduces the students to the Unforgivable Curses, impacting those with family histories linked to the curses, like Neville's reaction to the Cruciatus Curse.
Draco's reaction to the Imperious Curse aligns with his anti-slavery theme, influenced by his father's past claims of being under the curse.
The class also involves witnessing Avada Kedavra, significant for Draco due to his past encounters with Voldemort and the spell.
Hermione's S.P.E.W. preparations are completed, leading to a discussion with Harry in the Slytherin common room, overheard by Draco.
The arrival of Durmstrang and Beauxbatons students involves choreographed entrances, with Krum interacting with Malfoy and soon to meet Harry.
Ron's jealousy towards Harry's interactions with Krum and Malfoy intensifies after the Goblet of Fire selects the champions, including Harry and Cedric.
Harry and Draco engage in a duel before potions class, accidentally hitting Hermione with a spell that affects her teeth.
Harry receives instructions from Sirius on fighting the dragons for the first task, leading to a successful plan involving the Conjunctivitis Curse.
The Yule Ball dynamics shift as Ron asks Cho, who is already going with Cedric, while Harry considers asking Hermione but ends up taking Parvati, with Hermione attending with Krum.

01:29:30

Harry's Triumph in the Second Task

Harry asks Parvati to find someone to go with him to the dance, and she suggests Padma Patel.
Harry and Ron switch dates, with Harry ending up going with Padma Patel to the dance.
Harry experiences jealousy towards Victor Krum and commits to defeating him in the second task.
Harry solves the Golden Egg in the Prefects' bathroom with Cedric's tip, encountering Moaning Myrtle.
Moody plants a book about gillyweed for Harry to breathe underwater, but Dobby ends up providing it.
Moody targets Draco Malfoy to help Harry with the Bubble-Head Charm, using Draco's skills in charms.
Draco assists Harry with the Bubble-Head Charm for the second task of breathing underwater.
Harry encounters the Basilisk underwater and uses it to rescue Ron, Hermione, Cho, and Gabrielle.
Harry uses the Basilisk to propel himself, Ron, and Gabrielle to the surface during the second task.
Harry's use of the Bubble-Head Charm and the Basilisk helps him finish the second task successfully.

01:39:54

Triwizard Tournament Drama Unveils Dark Secrets

Cedric's body would've been left behind if Harry had grabbed the Cup, but Cedric didn't get sucked through the portkey, avoiding panic and allowing the crowd to cheer for Harry as the champion.
Victor Krum used the Cruciatus Curse on Cedric, preventing Harry from immediately informing Dumbledore about Voldemort's return.
Moody/Crouch Jr whisks Harry away to hear the story, while Krum's body is recovered from the maze, revealing he was under the Imperius Curse, leading Dumbledore to the real culprit, Moody.
Dumbledore forms the Order of the Phoenix, Cedric survives, Slytherin wins the House Cup, Harry tries to give his winnings to Cedric, Draco learns of his father's presence at Voldemort's rebirth, and Hermione doesn't catch Rita Skeeter.

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