Ch. 1561Burn Them To Death!
Key Plot Points and Events
- Wizards, led by Harry, Ginny, Ron, and Hogwarts students, vent their despair and fury by shouting "Burn them to death!" after the Grim Reaper's attack.
- The Ten Thousand Colors Returning to Void Dragon destroys Gates, absorbing souls and causing Death Eaters and Undead Creatures to panic.
- Voldemort uses Bellatrix as a sacrifice to create a barrier against the Dragon's attack, then allows Death Eaters to fend for themselves.
- Rodolphus kills a Hogwarts student with a Killing Curse and attempts to steal his broom, but is interrupted and his brother Rabastan is killed by the Dragon's breath.
- Helena and her Banshee Corps arrive, ready to clean up the remaining Undead Creatures.
Character Developments
- Voldemort shows ruthlessness and desperation, using Bellatrix as a sacrifice and abandoning his Death Eaters.
- Rodolphus demonstrates his quick reflexes and casting skills, but his actions lead to his brother's death.
- Helena displays fanaticism and eagerness to fight, following her mother's orders.
Significant Themes
- Despair and release: Wizards vent their despair and find temporary release through shouting.
- Sacrifice: Voldemort sacrifices Bellatrix to protect himself, while Rodolphus's actions indirectly cause his brother's death.
- Ruthlessness: Voldemort abandons his Death Eaters, and the Dragon's attack shows no mercy.
Character Interactions
- Voldemort and Bellatrix: Voldemort uses Bellatrix as a sacrifice, and she accepts her fate without fear.
- Rodolphus and Rabastan: Rodolphus's actions lead to Rabastan's death, causing Rodolphus to freeze in shock.
- Helena and her Banshee Corps: Helena arrives with her forces, ready to support Voldemort and clean up the remaining Undead Creatures.