The Complex Web of Protection: How Harry’s Protection Doubled After Voldemort’s Blood Transfer

Harry Potter, the chosen one, has faced many challenges, but his survival is one of the most intriguing aspects of the series. This article delves into the fascinating web of protection Harry received after Voldemort's blood transfer in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, exploring how his protection doubled, and its implications for the climax of the series.

The Original Protection

Let us first understand the original protection that Harry had. This protection is rooted in the sacrifice of Harry’s mother, Lily Potter. In the prophecy, the most powerful magic known to wizards involves the protection of a blood connection. Lily’s sacrificial love created a powerful magical barrier, making it impossible for Voldemort to kill Harry while he was connected to her bloodline.

Double Protection: A Complex Enchantment

However, after Voldemort took Harry’s blood, the situation became more intricate. This act not only gave Harry a potent form of protection but also created a complex connection between them. The blood donation meant that Harry now had two layers of protection:

Protection from Lily’s sacrifice of love Connection to Voldemort which gave him a higher resistance to the Killing Curse

When Voldemort attempted to kill Harry in the Forbidden Forest, the protection manifested in a backfiring effect. The Killing Curse, which should have killed him, instead destroyed the piece of Voldemort’s soul that had been transferred to Harry. This event was crucial as it wasn’t Voldemort who killed Harry, but the Killing Curse itself. This ensured that while Voldemort believed he had succeeded, Harry was still alive, leading to a significant twist in the plot.

The Climax of the Final Battle

At the climax of the seventh book, Voldemort, resuscitated by Harry’s blood, attempted to kill Harry again. This time the protection worked in Harry’s favor. The shared blood meant that the protection was now bi-directional. If Voldemort was around, the protection would be as well, making it impossible for Voldemort to physically harm Harry. This interweaving of their fates is a central theme in the series, emphasizing the complexity of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of one's actions.

Phoenix Cores and Shared Wands

Adding to the complexity of their battle, their wands shared the same Phoenix core. This fact opened up another layer of protection for Harry, as it meant their wands could not harm each other. Voldemort's attempt to use a new wand in the climax was foiled, as the Phoenix core could not overcome the bond formed by the original wands.

Despite these advantages for Harry, J.K. Rowling added the Elder Wand as the ultimate weapon. Its loyalty to Harry ensured that when Voldemort tried to rule over it, it turned against him, leading to his demise. However, even without the Elder Wand, Voldemort’s defeat was inevitable. Harry had already survived two Killing Curses, and the protection from their shared blood made his survival a foregone conclusion.

In conclusion, the protection Harry received after Voldemort's blood transfer effectively doubled his chances of survival, allowing him to live and play a crucial role in the final confrontation with Voldemort. This intertwining of their fates is a key theme in the series, highlighting the complexity of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of one's actions.