Welcome to Diagon Alley (Potterdom)!

[WhittyBitty]

Welcome to Diagon Alley (Potterdom)!

Step through the bricks and into the heart of wizarding discussion! Diagon Alley is a space dedicated to exploring Harry Potter and the greater Wizarding World. This is where fans gather to talk about the books, films, characters, magical lore, wizarding culture, upcoming adaptations, and every detail that keeps the magic alive long after it is read or viewed.

Whether you want to analyze character arcs, debate wizarding lore, revisit favourite scenes, share headcanons, explore magical theory, or spark brand-new fan theories, you are welcome here. Newcomers and longtime fans alike are encouraged to jump in, share their perspectives, and keep the conversation lively and inclusive. If it belongs in the wizarding world, you can discuss it here in the Diagon Alley forums.

Before you begin strolling the bustling streets of discussion, please take a moment to read through the guidelines. Think of them as your shop directory and ingredient list. They keep everything organized, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone. Below you will find information on posting expectations, content standards, feedback etiquette, and thread creation guidance.

• Forum Guidelines
• Thread Index
• Starting a Thread

Pull up a chair, grab a Butterbeer, and enjoy the conversation!

FearlessLeader19 & WhittyBitty
Potterdom Mods

[WhittyBitty]

Forum Guidelines

These guidelines cover general forum conduct, posting standards, and community expectations. They exist to ensure the forum remains organized, welcoming, and accessible, and to provide clarity on what is and is not permitted across all threads.

All site-wide rules apply, but the following are especially important within all Potterdom forums:

• Language
  All posts should be written in English so that site moderators can easily review content. However, short phrases in another language are permitted, provided a clear translation is included within the post. It is also acceptable to reference titles of works (such as books, films, or songs) in another language, as long as those titles are not offensive and do not violate SnitchSeeker rules.
  
  SnitchSeeker uses an automatic word censor to help maintain a safe, welcoming environment across all content ratings. If a word in your post is replaced with asterisks (*), you have triggered the censor and must edit your post. Failure to do so may result in a warning or site infraction. Attempting to defeat the censor—such as substituting symbols or alternate spellings—is not permitted and will result in moderation action.
  
  
• Triggering Content
  To keep SnitchSeeker welcoming and accessible to members of all ages, the site operates with a PG-first standard. Posts that include potentially triggering content such as drug or alcohol references, political or religious subject matter, self-harm or suicide, abuse, or violence are closely moderated to ensure they remain appropriate, contextual, and responsibly handled.
  
  Discussions may reference these topics only within permitted boundaries. Members are expected to familiarize themselves with the site rating guidelines and ensure their content stays within limits. Content warnings are required for higher-rated material and should be clearly stated in the first post and in any subsequent posts that include triggering content.
  
  The text cut below provides a non-exhaustive list of possible triggering material that requires a content warning:
  
  
  Text Cut: Triggering Content

  • Abandonment
  • Abuse (physical, verbal, emotional)
  • Alcohol
  • Animal cruelty/death
  • Blood
  • Bodily harm
  • Bullying
  • Coarse language (mild, moderate)
  • Death
  • Frightening scenes
  • Gaslighting/manipulation (social, political, media)
  • Intense scenes
  • Kidnapping
  • Mental illness
  • Murder
  • Non-consensual magic use (e.g., Imperius Curse, Love Potions)
  • Oppression/inequality
  • Poisoning
  • Prejudice (fantasy)
  • Racism (fantasy)
  • Self-harm (mention/implied)
  • Suicide (mention/implied)
  • Torture
  • Trauma
  • Vehicular accidents
  • Violence
  • War
• Graphics
  Many members enjoy decorating their threads with banners or visual elements. Graphics are welcome in the Potterdom forums, but all images must comply with site graphics rules. Before uploading any graphic to your work, please review the rules carefully to ensure your images meet size, file weight, and content requirements.
  
  All header images or banners must not exceed 450 pixels in width and 200 pixels in height, and graphics similar in nature to profile pictures must not exceed 350 pixels in either width or height. All graphics must be 60kb or under. These limits apply to story headers, chapter banners, and any graphics used as visual aids or character references within your writing. All images must also remain appropriate for a PG-rated community.
  
  
• Plagiarism
  Plagiarism is theft and is not tolerated on SnitchSeeker. Plagiarism occurs when you present another person's words, ideas, or creative concepts as your own without providing clear and proper credit. This includes copying or closely paraphrasing text and submitting work created by someone else, whether human or AI, as if it were your own.
  
  If you incorporate any portion of another person's work into your posts, even in small amounts, you must clearly acknowledge the original source. This applies to, but is not limited to, quotes, excerpts from published works, fan-created content, and distinctive ideas or interpretations created by someone else. Credit should be visible within the post itself (such as an author's note or end note) and should clearly identify the original creator and source. When in doubt, always err on the side of transparency and give credit to the original source.
  
  
• AI Usage
  If you are claiming authorship of a post, you must be the author of the writing itself. AI usage is considered significant if it generates or rewrites substantial portions of text that appear verbatim in the final version of your post.
  
  However, AI tools can be useful when used responsibly and transparently. Acceptable uses include:
  
  
  • Brainstorming or pre-writing (e.g., thread ideas, prompts, or concepts)
  • Summarizing canon events or timelines for your own reference before composing a post
  • Recalling canon information, then paraphrasing it into your own commentary
  • Grammar and spell-checking during revision
  • Receiving feedback on clarity, structure, or word choice
  
  If you incorporated any AI-generated content in your writing, you should disclose that to your readers. A brief note at the beginning or end of the entry that contains AI-generated content is sufficient. Examples include:
  
  
  • Using AI to generate a theory or speculation that appears verbatim in your post
  • Including an AI-created breakdown of a magical concept or theory in your post
  • Posting an AI-written "what if?" scenario or alternate universe concept with minimal revision
  • Having AI rephrase or expand your original writing beyond basic grammar or clarity edits
  
  Disclosure is not required when AI is used solely as a support or editing tool. However, you are encouraged to keep a record of your writing process available should any questions arise. Examples include:
  
  
  • Asking AI to brainstorm privately, then writing your post from scratch
  • Using AI to summarize material for reference or research (e.g., outline canon details, analyze events or themes, list key points of an article/document)
  • Asking AI for general feedback on clarity, pacing, or structure (without copying its rewritten text)
  • Asking AI to suggest alternate word choices, then choosing your own phrasing
  • Running your writing through AI for grammar, spelling, or punctuation checks
  
  
• Commenting Etiquette
  Posting in response to other members in the Potterdom forums is welcome and strongly encouraged. Thoughtful feedback, enthusiastic reactions, and supportive engagement help make this forum a vibrant space.
  
  Posts that contain harassment of any kind is not tolerated in the Potterdom forums, and these will be removed and result in warnings or site infractions. This includes, but is not limited to:
  
  
  • Rude or dismissive comments
  • Bullying, mocking, or heckling
  • Passive-aggressive remarks
  • Attacks on a member's skill, effort, or ideas
  
  If you come across a topic or opinion that isn't to your taste, the appropriate response is to stop reading and move on. Negative commentary is not required, expected, or helpful. As a general rule: if you don't have something kind or constructive to say, it's best not to say anything at all.

[WhittyBitty]

Thread Index

This post serves as a quick-reference guide to ongoing discussions and commonly revisited topics within the forum. This helps keep conversations organized and ensures great topics stay easy to find for everyone exploring the wizarding world. If you are interested in starting a new thread, we encourage you to browse the index to see if the topic already has an active discussion.

Diagon Alley (General)
Enjoy a Butterbeer and join the conversation in this hub, where you can discuss all Potter topics not specific to a book or movie!

• Funny House Headcanons
• Harry Potter Holidays
• Hogwarts Legacy
• How would you sort characters from other fandoms?
• Magical Creatures in Harry Potter
• If you could choose one spell to use in your life, what would it be and why?
• Should there be a fifth Hogwarts house?
• What Harry Potter LEGO sets do you own, and what do you want to see released?
• What Harry Potter spin-offs would you like to see?
• What Houses would your pets be sorted into?
• What is your favorite fanon ship and why?
• Which characters would thrive in other fantasy worlds?
• Which Potter pet would you like to have?
• Wizarding World Board Games

Flourish and Blotts (Books)
Step into the pages of Harry Potter! Discuss the books, analyze your favourite characters and passages, and relive the magic.

• A Day in the Life of a Professor
• Are all Slytherins bad?
• Did Snape deserve redemption?
• Favourite Harry Potter Book Quotes
• Favourite Lovegood moments and superstitions
• Harry Potter Book Releases
• How much influence do you think asking for a certain House has on the Sorting?
• Professors in the Shadows
• Remus Lupin and Nymphadora Tonks
• Umbridge: Is she good deep down?
• Was Snape a good professor?
• What have the Harry Potter novels taught you?
• What if all the characters survived?
• What if Harry was sorted into Slytherin?
• What if Voldemort had picked Neville?
• What is your favorite canon ship and why?
• What was your first reaction when you finished the series?
• What were your favorite professor moments from the series?
• Who do you think was the most deserving DADA professor? Who was the least?
• Who or what threw the Sorting Hat to Neville?
• Which chapter most captures the wonder of magic for you?
• Would you sort any canon characters into different Houses?

Ollivanders Wand Shop (Movies)
Grab your wand and watch the Potter films again! Discuss casting, cinematography, behind-the-scenes extras, and more here.

• Did you read the books before or after seeing the movies?
• Do you think your favorite ship was well represented in the movies?
• Harry Potter and the Oscars
• Harry Potter Movie Marathons
• Harry Potter Movie Props
• Meet or seen any of the Harry Potter cast?
• Richard Harris or Michael Gambon?
• 'The Tale of Three Brothers' Animation
• What is your favorite scene?
• What scenes would you have cut or added?
• What was the best looking Harry Potter movie?
• Which movie character is least like the book version?
• Which scene best captures the "feel" of magic on screen?
• Who are your favorite Harry Potter actors?
• Who is your favorite director?

Magical Menagerie (Fantastic Beasts)
Explore the wonders of Fantastic Beasts! Discuss how the plot, characters, and creatures of these films expand the wizarding world.

• Fantastic Beasts Screenplay Novels
• Five Fantastic Beasts films
• Future of Fantastic Beasts
• How many times are you planning on seeing these films?
• "I've seen Fantastic Beasts!" Reaction Thread
• Leta Lestrange
• Mary Lou Barebone
• Queenie and Jacob
• What creature(s) would you like to see in the Fantastic Beasts movies?
• Who's your favorite character from the Fantastic Beasts films?
• Why was Newt Scamander drawn to magizoology?

Quality Quidditch Supplies (TV Series)
A fresh take on Harry Potter is taking flight! Discuss the new series, from casting and episodes to theories, as it soars onto our screens.

• Casting Wishlist: Who should play the iconic roles?
• Expanding Character Depth: Who deserves more screen time?
• HBO Max Harry Potter Series: News and Updates
• How do you feel about the upcoming Harry Potter television series?
• Should the show include new content?
• What do you expect of the series?
• What is the one scene you need to be done right?
• What lessons can HBO Max learn from the original films?
• What moments would make the best episode cliffhangers?
• What subplots or scenes aren't necessary for a TV series format?

Potter Polls
Cast your votes in Potter-themed polls! From the best spells to favourite creatures, see how your choices compare with fellow fans.

• How do you feel about the upcoming Harry Potter television series?
• How many times have you seen the Harry Potter movies?
• What is your favourite part of Pottermore?
• Which branch of magic would you want to master?
• Which character's point of view would you want to read the HP series from?
• Which fantastic beast is your favourite?
• Which is your favourite tale from Beedle the Bard?
• Which magical career would you choose to pursue?
• Which professor would you like to be taught by in real life?

[WhittyBitty]

Starting a Thread

To create a new Potterdom discussion thread, scroll to the bottom of the forum page and click the New Thread button. This will take you to a new page with blank text fields where you can submit the first post of your thread; this acts as the home base for your writing.

Please be sure to include all of the following elements:

1. Prefix
   Prefixes help with organization, filtering, and content expectations, so please choose carefully and update them if your thread's scope changes over time.
   
   Next to the Title field, you'll see a drop-down menu for prefixes. If applicable, select a prefix to help readers understand what category your discussion thread will fall under.
   
   The following are prefixes you can choose from:
   
   
   • WoWW Spotlight - Use this prefix for threads that align with the current Words of Witchcraft and Wizardry theme. Please view this thread for more information.
   • Mature - Use this prefix for threads that include discussion of mature or sensitive topics. Threads with this prefix must still follow site content guidelines and remain respectful.
   • Spoilers - Use this prefix for threads that contain major plot revelations or unmarked spoilers. If your thread includes only minor details or widely known canon facts, a Spoiler prefix is not necessary.
   
   
2. Title
   Choose a title for your thread. This can be anything you like as long as it is in some way connected to the discussion topic you will be posting.
   
   The following are example titles:
   

   If you could rewrite one character's fate, who would it be?
   
   Rebuilding the Wizarding World: What should/must not be changed?
   
   What scenes would you have cut or added?
   
   Unpopular Harry Potter Opinions

3. Description
   To begin your first post, please include a clear description and layout for your discussion thread. This helps readers understand the kind of discourse they're about to engage in and ensures your topic is easy to navigate from the start.
   
   
4. Content Warning
   If your thread includes discussion containing potentially sensitive material, please include a content warning at the beginning of the post. List any applicable content notes to help readers make informed decisions before engaging with your discussion. Content warnings may be updated as the discussion progresses, and when in doubt, it's always better to err on the side of caution.
   
   The text cut below provides a non-exhaustive list of possible triggering material that requires a content warning:
   
   
   Text Cut: Triggering Content

   • Abandonment
   • Abuse (physical, verbal, emotional)
   • Alcohol
   • Animal cruelty/death
   • Blood
   • Bodily harm
   • Bullying
   • Coarse language (mild, moderate)
   • Death
   • Frightening scenes
   • Gaslighting/manipulation (social, political, media)
   • Intense scenes
   • Kidnapping
   • Mental illness
   • Murder
   • Non-consensual magic use (e.g., Imperius Curse, Love Potions)
   • Oppression/inequality
   • Poisoning
   • Prejudice (fantasy)
   • Racism (fantasy)
   • Self-harm (mention/implied)
   • Suicide (mention/implied)
   • Torture
   • Trauma
   • Vehicular accidents
   • Violence
   • War

Your thread will be submitted as a moderated thread, meaning it will remain pending until approved by a Potterdom moderator. (Mods and admins: please remember to unapprove your own threads after posting.)

After approval, your discussion thread will be visible and ready for replies, updates, and appreciation!

Please remember that moderators are real people volunteering their time. Thread approvals may take a few days, especially during busy periods. If a full week has passed and your thread is still pending, feel free to politely contact a moderator about your submission.