Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality 19a – Delayed Gratification, part 1
Sep 1, 2011
Topics discussed in this podcast include Quirrell's past history, Harry and Draco's conversation about Snape and Harry's blackmailing scheme, a secret conversation between Harry and Draco speculating about Snape blackmailing Dumbledore, Harry's tactics to signal friendship with Slytherin, Professor Kroll's martial arts skills, the importance of learning how to lose demonstrated by Professor Kroll, and Professor Quill's chilling story of his past experience in a dojo and its parallels to the world of Harry Potter.
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Small Actions Signal Big Power
- Harry realizes his blackmail of Snape had broader implications Slytherin quickly analyzed.
- The house inferred Snape might be blackmailing Dumbledore and that Harry holds a dangerous secret.
Secrets Change Power Dynamics
- Slytherin reasons that Dumbledore might remove Snape if his secret were revealed, making Harry both powerful and at risk.
- They also consider that Dumbledore could instead eliminate Harry to create a martyr.
Find An Experienced Advisor
- Draco urges Harry to accept guidance because raw talent without mentors leads to mistakes and danger.
- He offers to be an adviser and stresses the need for someone experienced to prevent harm.