Fawkes is a phoenix, Harry. Phoenixes burst into flame when it is time for them to die and are reborn from the ashes.
J. K. RowlingFred, you next," the plump woman said. "I'm not Fred, I'm George," said the boy. "Honestly, woman, you call yourself our mother? Can't you tell I'm George?" "Sorry, George, dear." "Only joking, I am Fred," said the boy and off he went.
J. K. RowlingHogwarts is threatened!โ shouted Professor McGonagall. โMan the boundaries, protect us, do your duty to our school!
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