"Pottermore," the official site for all things related to "Harry Potter," intrigued the online world with the cryptic image that it tweeted on Wednesday, Sept. 21.
Muggles all over Twitter were puzzled over the mysterious image. Some Twitter users assumed that the image had something to do with J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" spinoff, "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," which would hit cinemas on Nov. 18. There were some, however, who thought that this image is finally the Patronus test that Rowling promised back in July.
The Big Reveal
The series of mysterious image and gif tweets slowly unfolded and by Thursday morning, Pottermore unveiled the image. True to the speculation of "Harry Potter" fans, Rowling has finally completed the Patronus test. The test which can be accessed through the Pottermore website reveals what a person's Patronus is.
Taking The Patronus Test
With the release of Rowling's Patronus test, fans can discover their personal guardian. However, those who are not registered with Pottermore yet should sign up to access the quiz.
For those who are not familiar with wizardkind, Patronus is the most powerful defensive charm. The spell can evoke a guardian spirit or Patronum to protect against Dementors. So before taking a Patronus test, it is imperative for one to think happy thoughts.
Get ready to discover your Patronus on Pottermore. Just remember to focus on a happy memory… https://t.co/tdg9OkOOcm #ExpectoPatronum pic.twitter.com/Rl4a5KGclq
— Pottermore (@pottermore) September 22, 2016
J.K. Rowling's Patronus
Using her official Twitter account, Rowling confirmed that the Patronus test was finalized a week ago. She even took the test herself and discovered that her own Patronus changed.
I took the @pottermore test (which I wrote) ages ago when it was a work in progress and got a pine marten Patronus. I was happy, because... — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) September 22, 2016
... my fondness for weaselly creatures is well documented. However, when we finalised the @pottermore test last week I took it again... — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) September 22, 2016
... and found that it had changed (which, as we know, can happen). My new Patronus has personal associations and I like it even better... — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) September 22, 2016
It's a heron :) https://t.co/MUZUYmRgZS — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) September 22, 2016
The acclaimed British novelist also clarified that the Patronus could change as hers did.
With the latest update, it remains to be seen what tests and wizarding treats Rowling has in store for her fans. Between the spinoff scheduled in November and the newest Patronus test, the world is not done with the "Harry Potter" fever yet. The woman behind one of the most successful books on wizards and witchcraft definitely knows how to surprise fans with her flair for magic.
