Hermione

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Hermione Granger (赫敏)
Species/Race	Witch; Muggle-born
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry; Gryffindor House; WAC
Occupation/Role	Hogwarts student; Vaughn Weasley's assistant in miscellaneous correspondence, Potions, and research
First Appearance	6

Power Progression

Stage	Advancement
Pre-Hogwarts / First Year	Studies magic independently before enrollment and successfully casts Reparo on the Hogwarts Express. 12
First Year: Academic Foundation	Makes visible progress in Transfiguration during her first lesson and receives praise alongside Vaughn for partially transforming a match into a needle. 19
First Year: Group Spellcasting	Can cast a group Petrifying Charm during her first year, an accomplishment Harry later identifies as ordinarily belonging to third-year instruction. 260
First Year: Philosopher's Stone Crisis	Learns and employs the Phantasmal Charm, a Shield Charm, and other defensive magic while confronting Quirrell and navigating the Trial Space. 111 116 118
Second Year: Practical Defense	Demonstrates battlefield awareness against dire wolves and Devil's Snare, casting Impedimenta and a broad Fire Charm during the wilderness-survival practical. 250 251
Second Year: Spell Practice	Masters the Levitation Charm's second level more easily than Harry and Ron through sustained practice. 274
Advanced Research Training	Begins adapting to Vaughn's Multi-Spectrum Vision Charm for magical-biological research and later uses it to track hidden heat signatures in the Forbidden Forest. 346 386
Second Year: Combat Applications	Applies Multi-Spectrum Vision Charm to read an opponent's magical trajectory, uses Protego Deflection to reflect an adult wizard's Exploding Charm, and blinds him with the science-informed Lumos Caecurens. 388
Second Year: Essence Charm Use	Demonstrates sufficient understanding of Vaughn's incomplete Essence Charm to extract ingredients, prepare an antidote, and halt the uncontrolled growth of her hair after deliberately failing the Potions Exchange selection test. 401
Expanded Practical Spell Repertoire	Is recognized by Harry as substantially more capable than himself and Ron, particularly in Potions, Charms, and the many Jinxes she has learned from Vaughn. 480

Background / History

Professor McGonagall introduced Hermione and her family to magic through Transfiguration. The revelation overturned Hermione's former scientific worldview and sparked an intense fascination with the wizarding world. Realizing that wizard-raised children had practiced magic for years while she had not, she became anxious about being behind and spent the summer studying and practicing spells without guidance. 12

She first encountered Vaughn Weasley in Diagon Alley, where his casual magic made a powerful impression on her. Learning that he was younger than her intensified her determination to catch up. 6 12 On the Hogwarts Express, her attempts to practice magic and discuss spells with Susan Bones and Ron Weasley were poorly received, leaving her increasingly doubtful of the magical upbringing she had idealized. 12

At Hogwarts, Hermione defended Slytherin against the assumption that its members were inherently evil, citing magical history to comfort Vaughn. 18 She was sorted into Gryffindor, where bravery and ambition were considered more central to her character than wisdom alone. 146

Her bluntness and academic intensity initially alienated her dormmates Lavender Brown and Parvati Patil. Hermione later recognized that her direct manner could seem aggressive, but feared rejection if she tried to repair those relationships. 85 Vaughn's Valentine's gift of potions, intended to help her make a close female friend, prompted her to confront this loneliness more directly. 85 She later formed a close friendship with Ginny Weasley, acting as a mentor and confidante. 133

Hermione and Vaughn's mutual attraction developed from their first year onward. She became his girlfriend, visited the Burrow with her parents, and grew close to the Weasley family despite ongoing friction with Ron. 100 132 133 By her second year, she also assisted Vaughn with letters and other routine work, gaining a more critical understanding of political messaging and the interests behind news coverage. 302

As her academic abilities develop, Hermione becomes increasingly determined to become a genuine collaborator rather than merely Vaughn's emotional support. She studies advanced Potions, Muggle molecular biology, magical proteins, and the theoretical foundations of Vaughn's Universal Functional Group project in order to contribute to his research. 296 345 348

During the Potions Exchange selection test, Hermione deliberately fails her Transfiguration Potion assessment after learning that Harry and Ron had also withdrawn themselves from the event amid Umbridge's coercion. Although this costs her a potential place in the exchange, she uses the Essence Charm to treat the consequences of her intentional error. 401 402

After news of Fenrir Greyback's death reaches Hogwarts, Hermione passionately defends Vaughn's actions, arguing that the safety enjoyed by peaceful people depends on others confronting dangerous threats. 429 At the subsequent ball, she dances with Vaughn and displays greater confidence in their relationship, showing no jealousy when he later dances with Professor Rosier. 434

Hermione later becomes involved with WAC colleagues and uses its contacts, together with Hagrid, to arrange an opportunity for Harry to meet Remus Lupin and investigate the truth about Sirius Black and Peter Pettigrew. Although she already knows more of the situation through Vaughn, withholding that knowledge from Harry leaves her feeling guilty and isolated from her friends. 449 451

When the Daily Prophet begins publishing uniformly hostile articles about Vaughn and WAC, Hermione notices that the resulting hostility has extended to herself and her friends at Hogwarts. Rather than accepting the reports at face value, she concludes that Vaughn has likely angered powerful interests and decides to seek him out in his laboratory. 475

As the threat to Hogwarts escalates, Harry and Ron seek Hermione's help against the Death Eaters. Although she initially intends to let Harry lead in accordance with Vaughn's wishes, she takes charge when Harry and Ron's argument leaves them unable to plan calmly. She subsequently notices Hagrid's unusually strong reaction to reports of a monster petrifying Goyle and questions whether he knows more than he admits. 480 490 491

Following Vaughn's duel with Voldemort in the Chamber of Secrets, Hermione and Ron attempt to visit him in the hospital wing. Madam Pomfrey refuses them entry while he recovers, despite Hermione's polite appeal as his girlfriend. 497

Appearance

Hermione has brown eyes and long brown hair that was initially notably bushy. During her second year, her appearance and demeanor changed enough for Harry to notice a marked transformation. 145 266

• Her hair becomes straight and falls over her shoulders after she uses a shampoo Vaughn developed exclusively for her. 145
• She grows taller than Harry during first year and begins to look less childlike. 77 90
• She is described as slender and fair-skinned. 296
• Her front teeth were reduced to their original size with help from her dentist father and a potion before her second year. 146
• By later second year, she often keeps her smooth hair tied in a small ponytail. 372
• Her hair temporarily grows uncontrollably to the floor after she intentionally makes an error in the Transfiguration Potion selection test, before she prepares an antidote and cuts away the excess. 401

Personality

Hermione is intensely studious, organized, and driven by a fear of falling behind due to her Muggle upbringing. She routinely previews lessons, completes assignments far ahead of schedule, spends afternoons in the library, and pursues obscure magical knowledge outside the curriculum. 12 85 By second year, she had completed the standard second-year material and was already studying third-year subjects. 296

Her intelligence is paired with a sharp tongue and a tendency toward pedantry. She readily corrects others, pushes Harry and Ron to study, and can become frustrated by carelessness or complacency. 21 90 237 However, she is capable of self-reflection: after conflicts with friends and dormmates, she recognizes that blunt honesty can hurt people and tries to become more considerate. 24 85

Despite her rigid exterior, Hermione is kind-hearted and sympathetic toward magical creatures. She is reluctant to see even irritating fairies harmed, and her compassion remains an important part of her character. 100 146 She is also brave under pressure, able to take command, gather information through deception, and act decisively in dangerous situations. 111 112 116

Hermione possesses a strong moral instinct, which leads her to campaign for house-elf rights through S.P.E.W. Her initial approach is idealistic and overly simplistic, but she is willing to confront the limitations of her understanding after Vaughn explains the history and biological consequences of house-elf domestication. 371 372

She increasingly approaches magic through both Muggle scientific reasoning and wizarding theory. While she recognizes that she cannot yet equal Vaughn's innovation across every discipline, she is persistent, methodical, and eager to understand the practical principles behind his research. 262 345 347 Vaughn particularly values her ability to learn, summarize, solve problems, and identify important questions intuitively, considering these qualities more significant to her future research potential than raw magical talent alone. 371

Her loyalty to Vaughn is exceptionally strong. She trusts his judgment even when his actions and secrets place her in an uncomfortable position with Harry and Ron, and she struggles with the guilt of concealing knowledge from her friends while attempting to protect them. 402 449 451 This loyalty also influences her response to his use of violence: she relaxes after learning that the people he killed were Dark Wizards and later openly defends his killing of Greyback as necessary to protect others. 146 429

Her confidence in her romantic relationship grows over time. Although Professor Rosier's closeness to Vaughn initially makes her feel threatened, she later handles their dance together without jealousy and becomes more composed about the attention and rumors surrounding her own relationship. 237 434

Hermione remains protective of Harry and Ron even when their secrecy creates distance between them. During renewed hostility toward Vaughn, she responds with critical analysis and determination rather than panic, while reassuring Ginny that the newspaper coverage likely conceals important circumstances. 475

Abilities & Skills

Academic Knowledge

Hermione possesses an exceptional memory and a broad base of magical and Muggle historical knowledge.

• Read Hogwarts: A History, A History of Magic, and Modern Magical History before beginning at Hogwarts. 12 18
• Identifies Phoenix Tears and their healing, antidotal, and Dark Arts-mitigating properties from historical reading. 111
• Explains Ilvermorny's origins and similarities to Hogwarts from an American edition of A History of Magic. 112
• Correctly identifies the historical origins of the Malfoy family and argues that Harry's notebook is a modern Dark Arts object rather than an ancient heirloom. 260
• Pursues advanced Potions study in hopes of qualifying for the international Potions Exchange Program. 285
• Completes the standard second-year curriculum and begins studying third-year subjects, later progressing through sixth-year Potions texts and advanced potion-making material. 296 345
• Teaches herself Muggle molecular biology to better understand magical proteins and Vaughn's potion research. 347 348
• Understands the underlying principles of Vaughn's incomplete Essence Charm well enough to use it in practical potion treatment. 401
• Helps Fred and George understand Muggle technology and its functions during their early work on magical electrical devices. 103

Research and Study Planning

Hermione organizes intensive revision plans for herself, Harry, and Ron.

• Uses notebooks and color-coded markers to structure review schedules. 90
• Pushes Harry and Ron to study regularly, even after Harry learns Legilimency. 90 94
• Helps Harry and Ron prepare after practical Defense Against the Dark Arts classes increase the demand for creature-related knowledge. 253
• Records experimental processes during Vaughn's Wolfsbane Potion 2.0 work and assists with the documentation of magical-material interactions. 262 264
• Learns the conceptual basis of the Universal Functional Group, including Fluxweed's adaptable transformational traits and the proposed use of Felix Felicis to influence magical-channel protein formation. 345 348
• Receives credit as an assistant on Vaughn's research work and uses his methods of learning and analysis as a model for her own development. 348

Practical Magic

Hermione began practicing magic independently before Hogwarts and demonstrates quick reactions in combat situations.

• Casts Reparo aboard the Hogwarts Express. 12
• Uses the Shield Charm quickly enough to partially block Quirrell's Disarming Charm, though the shield is overpowered. 116
• Casts the Phantasmal Charm while organizing the effort to stop Quirrell. 111
• Receives Transfiguration guidance from Vaughn and actively asks detailed questions about spellcasting principles. 43
• Casts Impedimenta against dire wolves during Professor Rosier's practical Defense Against the Dark Arts course. 250
• Uses a wide Fire Charm to illuminate a path and expose danger in the Painted World's forest environment. 251
• Casts the Exploding Charm and Disarming Charm while defending Harry in the Trial Space. 118
• Can cast a group Petrifying Charm by first year, according to Harry's later assessment of her abilities. 260
• Adapts to the Multi-Spectrum Vision Charm for magical-biological observation and later uses it to track targets by their heat signatures. 346 386
• Uses Immortal Fire to provide warmth while travelling through the Forbidden Forest in winter conditions. 304
• Uses the Cleaning Charm with enough force and control to remove the muddy water covering Harry and Ron after their practical assignment. 358
• Enhances the trio's hearing and vision while observing a distant clandestine meeting in the Forbidden Forest. 387
• Uses Multi-Spectrum Vision Charm to observe magical radiation and predict an enemy spell's trajectory before it arrives. 388
• Casts Protego Deflection to reflect Jason Hastings's Exploding Charm back at him. 388
• Casts Lumos Caecurens, developed by Vaughn by combining the Lumos Charm with Muggle light-wave theory, to blind Hastings without a detectable conventional casting signal. 388
• Uses the Essence Charm to isolate ingredients and prepare an antidote after the side effects of her intentionally failed Transfiguration Potion test. 401
• Learns numerous Jinxes from Vaughn; Harry later considers both himself and Ron far inferior to her in practical capability. 480

Adaptability and Wilderness Survival

Hermione performs strongly in Professor Rosier's practical Defense Against the Dark Arts course.

• Questions the scope and danger level of the wilderness-survival exercise before it begins. 249
• Correctly interprets the appearance of dire wolves, identifies Devil's Snare during an escape, and responds effectively. 253
• Earns Gryffindor 10 points for her knowledge, alertness, and adaptability. 253
• Remains composed under sustained pressure from magical creatures and prioritizes continuing the exercise rather than settling for a merely safe result. 251
• Completes a separate practical assignment involving the capture of Imps and returns before Harry and Ron finish their own task. 358
• Initially panics when pursued by an adult North American wizard in the Forbidden Forest, but regains her composure, protects Harry and Ron, and turns the confrontation around through precise combat spellwork. 388

Investigation and Leadership

Hermione can apply her knowledge and social awareness strategically.

• Deduces that Snape is the strongest match for the Black-robed Man based on her investigation, though she remains reluctant to accept the conclusion. 76 90
• Uses a plausible request for historical tutoring to establish Quirrell's schedule without raising suspicion. 112
• Takes command when Harry, Ron, and Hermione move to protect the Philosopher's Stone, assigning each person a task based on their strengths. 111
• Notices the political bias behind Daily Prophet reporting after helping Vaughn manage correspondence and encountering Rita Skeeter's letters. 302
• Helps Harry and Ron covertly track Lucius Malfoy and Snape during the Potions Exchange Event, using the Invisibility Cloak, Guoguo Tea's guidance, and Multi-Spectrum Vision Charm. 386
• Organizes contact with Remus Lupin through WAC colleagues and Hagrid, then provides Harry with a notebook compiling information about his parents and their school years so that he can pursue the truth for himself. 449
• Recognizes that a uniformly hostile Daily Prophet campaign against Vaughn likely reflects the interests of powerful opponents, while distinguishing that inference from unquestioning acceptance of the articles' allegations. 475
• Takes over planning during the renewed threat to Hogwarts when Harry and Ron's argument prevents them from calmly deciding their next steps. 490
• Detects Hagrid's suspicious reaction to the report that Goyle has been petrified and directly questions his knowledge of the monster. 491

Equipment / Items

• Books and notebooks — Constantly carries reading material and records new information, including magical-creature observations in the Forbidden Forest. 85 100
• Small satchel — A matching model gifted by Vaughn; used to carry notes and supplies. 100
• Phoenix Tears — Receives three bottles from Guoguo Tea while searching for Vaughn. 111
• Potions from Vaughn — Receives Valentine's potions intended to help her develop closer friendships; she had also previously received poison-resistance and fire-protection potions. 85 112
• Flying broomstick — Carries a broomstick in her satchel during the Philosopher's Stone Trial Space and uses it for mobility under pursuit. 114 116
• S.P.E.W. badges and materials — Creates campaign materials for house-elf rights before suspending the organization's activities to reconsider her methods. 371 372
• Notebook on Harry's family — Gives Harry a notebook containing information on James and Lily Potter, the Marauders, and Snape's history, assembled through Vaughn's arrangements and information from Hogwarts professors. 449

Relationships

• Vaughn Weasley — First impressed Hermione with magic in Diagon Alley; becomes her academic rival, confidant, boyfriend, and later collaborator in his work. She trusts him deeply, though his secrets and increasingly advanced magic sometimes leave her feeling helpless. 6 24 100 145 264 Hermione later studies magical biology and advanced Potions to assist his Universal Functional Group research, and Vaughn offers her the position of Hogwarts's exchange representative to the Central Alchemy Academy. 345 348 394 Vaughn also develops specialized Multi-Spectrum Vision combat techniques for her because he expects her association with Harry to expose her to danger. 388 She defends his actions against Greyback and becomes more confident in their relationship during the celebratory ball. 429 434 She remains convinced of Vaughn's trustworthiness during the Sirius Black affair, even when this leaves her burdened by secrets she cannot share with Harry. 449 451 When the Daily Prophet turns against him, she decides to seek his explanation personally; after his duel with Voldemort, she tries to visit him in the hospital wing and identifies herself to Madam Pomfrey as his girlfriend. 475 497
• Harry Potter — Close friend and study partner. Hermione supports Harry in investigations and danger, but their friendship suffers when he hides the talking notebook and his jealousy of Vaughn. 90 111 260 She nevertheless continues to work with Harry in dangerous investigations, including the covert tracking of Lucius Malfoy and Snape during the Potions Exchange Event. 386 She later arranges his meeting with Lupin and gives him a notebook concerning his parents, though her prior knowledge of the Sirius and Peter situation creates tension through what she cannot disclose. 449 451 Further distance develops when Harry and Ron exclude her from their dangerous plans, but Harry still recognizes her superior magical ability and seeks her help against the Death Eaters. She initially respects his leadership before taking over when he and Ron cannot plan calmly. 475 480 490
• Ron Weasley — Friend and frequent academic adversary. Ron resents Hermione's closeness to Vaughn and develops feelings for her, while Hermione regularly criticizes his lack of preparation. 21 90 133 266 Their relationship remains volatile, particularly when Ron disparages Vaughn or dismisses Hermione's causes. 372 392 Hermione gives up her own Potions Exchange candidacy after learning that Ron and Harry intentionally failed their assessments, but continues to clash with Ron over his immaturity and distrust of Vaughn. 401 402 They differ over the implications of Greyback's death, with Hermione defending Vaughn's willingness to confront threats. Nevertheless, both later attempt to visit Vaughn during his recovery. 429 497
• Ginny Weasley — Close female friend; Hermione serves as a mentor and confidante, while Ginny helps fill the emotional gap Hermione felt among her dormmates. 133 Ginny later confides in Hermione about her feelings for Harry. 373 Hermione comforts her during the hostile newspaper campaign against Vaughn and supports a more critical reading of the reports. 475
• Cho Zhang — Hermione becomes close with Cho during the Potions Exchange Event, marking a significant softening in her earlier attitude toward Ravenclaw students. 392
• Hagrid — Guides Hermione during her first Forbidden Forest outing, where she learns about magical creatures and ingredients. 100 He later assists her in reaching the WAC Dire Wolf outpost to meet Lupin on Harry's behalf. 449 During the renewed monster investigation, Hermione notices his distress at the news of Goyle's petrification and suspects that he is withholding relevant information. 491
• Professor Minerva McGonagall — Introduces Hermione to magic and later teaches her Transfiguration; Hermione regards her as a trusted authority. 12 19
• Professor Isabella Rosier — Hermione initially feels jealous and threatened by Rosier's closeness with Vaughn, but later participates in Rosier's practical Defense Against the Dark Arts course. 237 249 253 By the celebratory ball, Hermione shows no jealousy when Vaughn dances with Rosier, reflecting greater security in her relationship. 434
• Professor Severus Snape — Although Hermione initially considers Snape the likeliest Black-robed Man suspect, she later works alongside Vaughn in Snape's Potions office and accompanies Vaughn when seeking Snape's assistance with Felix Felicis. 76 90 353 Snape formally records her failure in the Potions Exchange selection test without humiliating her. 401
• House-elves — Hermione initially advocates their liberation through S.P.E.W., but revises her approach after learning more about their social and biological dependence on service. 371 372
• Remus Lupin — Although she knows of Lupin through Vaughn and WAC, Hermione later arranges contact with him so that Harry can learn more about Sirius Black, Peter Pettigrew, and his parents' past. 264 449
• Mr. and Mrs. Granger — Hermione's Muggle parents are introduced to the wizarding world alongside her. Her mother is receptive to Vaughn and helps prepare Hermione's appearance for the visit to the Burrow, while her father is more protective and initially suspicious of the boy his daughter admires. Both families subsequently develop friendly relations. 6 81 132 133 Her dentist father also helps correct her front teeth, assisted by a potion she obtains. 146
• Fred and George Weasley — Hermione helps explain Muggle technology during their early innovation projects and encourages their work. 103 The twins welcome her at the Burrow but later provoke her jealousy by teasing her about Vaughn and Isabella's supposed romance. 133 234 She works with them during the renewed investigation into the danger facing Hogwarts. 490 491
• Draco Malfoy — Draco insults Hermione during their early encounter on the Hogwarts Express, and Vaughn intervenes against him. 12 13 Draco later treats her more carefully because she is Vaughn's girlfriend, despite retaining his underlying prejudice against Muggle-borns. During the Hogwarts crisis, he praises her composure while criticizing Ron, partly to gain her goodwill. 489
• Guoguo Tea — Vaughn entrusts his cat with protecting Hermione, including access to a feather that can summon Fawkes in an emergency. Hermione also asks Guoguo Tea to guide her to Vaughn. 290

Story Role / Major Arcs

First Year: Catching Up

Hermione enters Hogwarts determined to overcome her perceived disadvantage as a Muggle-born witch. Her intense self-study and blunt attempts to engage classmates establish both her academic strengths and her early social difficulties. 12 85

Friendship, Isolation, and Trust

After falling out with Harry and Ron, Hermione recognizes that she has few friends outside Vaughn's circle. Vaughn comforts her and asks her to keep an eye on Harry and Ron, strengthening their trust. 24 Her later realization that she lacks close female friendships becomes a major source of personal growth. 85

Philosopher's Stone Crisis

Hermione becomes a key planner during Quirrell's attempt to steal the Philosopher's Stone. She investigates Quirrell, identifies his likely lunch-break window, organizes the trio's response, and faces Quirrell directly with a Shield Charm. 111 112 116

Relationship with Vaughn

Hermione's bond with Vaughn evolves into a romantic relationship. They visit the Forbidden Forest together, share academic discussions as a form of affection, and spend time with both the Granger and Weasley families during the summer. 100 132 133 146

Their relationship later becomes more publicly prominent as Vaughn's influence grows. At the celebratory ball following Greyback's defeat, their dance attracts widespread attention, and Vaughn patiently guides Hermione. Her lack of jealousy when he subsequently dances with Isabella contrasts with her earlier insecurity around the professor. 434

Second-Year Practical Studies

Hermione initially reacts with jealousy to Vaughn's work with Professor Rosier, then proves herself in Rosier's new practical Defense Against the Dark Arts class. Her awareness, magical knowledge, and adaptability earn Gryffindor 10 points. 237 253

She continues to demonstrate practical independence by completing an Imp-catching assignment separately from Harry and Ron, then using her Cleaning Charm to remove the mud covering them when they return. 358

Political Awareness

As Vaughn becomes increasingly involved with the WAC and international affairs, Hermione tries to understand his responsibilities and the political complexities surrounding him. She learns to recognize biased journalism and struggles with the limits of her ability to support him. 149 157 302

Following the news of Greyback's death, she argues that Vaughn's willingness to confront dangerous enemies is what allows others to live peacefully. Her defense distinguishes her response from Ron's unease at Vaughn making life-and-death decisions at such a young age. 429

A later series of hostile Daily Prophet articles brings this political conflict directly into her school life. Hermione notices hostile looks directed at herself and her friends, reassures Ginny, and resolves to visit Vaughn's laboratory rather than rely on the newspaper's account. 475

Advanced Potions and Magical Biology Research

Determined to become Vaughn's fellow traveler in his work, Hermione accelerates her Potions studies and begins learning Muggle molecular biology. She assists in Wolfsbane Potion 2.0 research, studies magical proteins through Multi-Spectrum Vision, and becomes involved in the Universal Functional Group project. 262 345 346 348

House-Elf Rights Campaign

Hermione founds and promotes S.P.E.W. out of sincere concern for house-elves. After Vaughn presents his research into their domestication, neuroendocrine systems, and dependence on work, she recognizes that her original demand for immediate liberation was inadequate and suspends the campaign to pursue a more informed solution. 371 372

Potions Exchange Event

Hermione follows the development of Vaughn's international Potions Exchange Program closely and improves her Potions skills in hopes of participating. During the event, she befriends Cho Zhang, assists the trio's investigation into suspicious activity around the Forbidden Forest, and is offered a potential role as Hogwarts's representative to the Central Alchemy Academy. 285 386 392 394 After Harry and Ron intentionally fail their own selection assessments, Hermione deliberately relinquishes her candidacy as well, then treats herself with an Essence Charm-based antidote. 401 402

Battle with Jason Hastings

While investigating suspicious activity in the Forbidden Forest, Hermione, Harry, and Ron are discovered and pursued by the adult North American wizard Jason Hastings. With Harry incapacitated and Ron panicking, Hermione takes charge, uses Multi-Spectrum Vision Charm to read Hastings's spell trajectory, reflects his Exploding Charm with Protego Deflection, and blinds him with Lumos Caecurens. The encounter demonstrates that Vaughn's scientific combat training has given her the ability to defend herself against a substantially more experienced opponent. 388

Sirius Black Investigation

After reports reveal Sirius Black's accusation that Peter Pettigrew betrayed the Potters, Hermione quietly arranges for Harry to meet Lupin through WAC contacts and Hagrid. Although she knows more about the situation through Vaughn, she allows Harry the opportunity to seek confirmation himself, while privately struggling with guilt over the secrets she continues to keep. 449 451

Renewed Hogwarts Crisis

Despite their strained communication, Harry and Ron seek Hermione's help when they prepare to confront Death Eaters threatening Hogwarts. Harry explicitly recognizes that her Potions, Charms, and Jinxes place her well ahead of both boys, although he also acknowledges that the trio alone cannot face their enemies. 480

Hermione initially plans to leave leadership to Harry in accordance with Vaughn's intentions. When Harry and Ron's argument undermines their ability to act, however, she steps forward to organize the group's next moves despite lacking a full understanding of the situation. During the subsequent investigation, she observes Hagrid's reactions carefully and challenges his denial of knowledge after the report of Goyle's petrification. 490 491

After Vaughn's battle with Voldemort, Hermione joins Ron in trying to visit him in the hospital wing. Her polite attempt to secure access as his girlfriend is unsuccessful because Madam Pomfrey insists on protecting his recovery. 497

Trivia

• Hermione's birthday is September 19; she believes that being born around twenty days earlier would have allowed her to begin Hogwarts a year sooner. 12
• She repeatedly regrets not bringing a Muggle camera when she sees unusual magical events worth recording. 100 103
• Portraits at Hogwarts affectionately call her “studious Granger.” 121
• She cannot perceive the symbols involved in Fred and George's Alchemy, leading her to conclude that she lacks talent for the subject. 103
• Hermione considers academic discussion and collaborative research to be an important form of intimacy with Vaughn. 146 345
• She is fascinated by Tonks's Metamorphmagus ability and envies the freedom of its innate transformation. 136 145
• Her deliberately flawed Transfiguration Potion was made palatable with daisy root powder despite being designed to fail the selection assessment. 401
• Despite her academic strengths, she struggles with wizard chess; her agitated criticism of her pieces contributes to their disobedience. 76
• Percy enthusiastically approves of her relationship with Vaughn because he considers her academic performance worthy of his brother. 133
• She struggles to maintain the gentle tone required during Hogwarts's etiquette training for the international delegations, despite Professor McGonagall's favorable opinion of her. 373