|Hogworths (Before Harry Potter)9¾|

Platform 9¾ – King's Cross Station
Platform 9¾ is located at London's King's Cross station, between platforms 9 and 10. To reach it, wizards must pass through a brick wall between the platforms. For ordinary people, the passage is invisible, and they are unaware of the magical platform's existence.
A long, scarlet Hogwarts Express steam engine with black wheels and shiny metal trim stands on the platform. White steam billows from its chimney, and a loud whistle echoes throughout the station. Nearby, carriages stand with large windows, revealing cozy compartments.
Hogwarts students in robes, along with their parents and younger siblings, gather around. Trolleys laden with suitcases, owl cages, and magical artifacts are everywhere. Parents say goodbye to their children, and students search for empty seats on the train.
The platform is filled with the sound of conversation, the whistle of a train, and the atmosphere of the magical school year ahead. From here, the journey to Hogwarts begins.

The four Hogwarts house rooms before Harry Potter
🦁 Gryffindor
The Gryffindor common room is located in one of the castle's towers. You can enter through the portrait of the Fat Lady. Inside, there are plush red armchairs, large sofas, and wooden tables. A fire burns by the fireplace, the walls are adorned with red and gold tapestries, and the windows offer a view of the Hogwarts grounds. The room is warm, cozy, and bustling with students talking, reading, and doing homework.
🐍 Slytherin
The Slytherin common room is located in the dungeons beneath the Black Lake. Its walls are made of dark stone, and the interior is decorated with green and silver flowers. It features leather sofas, armchairs, and massive tables. Large windows overlook the dark waters of the lake, where fish occasionally swim. The room has a cool, mysterious atmosphere, and the green light gives it an enigmatic look. The Ravenclaw common room is located in the high tower. It is a spacious, circular room with blue and bronze decorations, high arched windows, and a ceiling reminiscent of a starry sky. Bookcases, desks, and comfortable chairs line the walls. In the center is a statue of the house's founder, Rowena Ravenclaw. It is quiet and peaceful, so students enjoy reading and practicing magic. The Hufflepuff common room is located near the Hogwarts kitchens. It resembles a cozy den: a round room with a low ceiling, yellow and black decorations, wooden furniture, and numerous plants. Books, flower pots, and small decorative objects line the shelves. Round windows let in soft light, and lanterns create a warm atmosphere. Here, students relax, chat, and help each other with their homework.

Young teachers of Hogwarts
Albus Dumbledore is a tall man with dark brown hair and a neat beard. He has intelligent blue eyes, a calm voice, and wears long robes. Even in his youth, he appears an extraordinarily talented and enigmatic wizard.
Minerva McGonagall is a slender woman with dark hair pulled back neatly. She has strong features, alert eyes, and a straight posture. She favors elegant robes and always appears composed and serious.
Horace Slughorn is a man with thinning blond hair, a round face, and a thick mustache. He loves expensive clothes, luxurious robes, and jewelry. He appears good-natured and slightly plump, and adores talented students.
Filius Flitwick is a short wizard with lively eyes and neat hair. He wears teaching robes and appears energetic and friendly. His movements are quick, and his voice is pleasant.
Pomona Sprout is a woman with chestnut-colored hair, usually hidden under a hat. She wears simple clothes and practical robes, often soiled. Her hands often smell of herbs, and her gaze seems kind and attentive. She is a broad-shouldered man with thick dark hair and a beard. He wears a long coat, large boots, and appears slightly awkward, but kind. He loves animals and magical creatures.
Sybill Trelawney is a thin woman with large glasses, tousled hair, and an enigmatic expression. She favors long, loose robes, scarves, and lots of jewelry.

Rivers and lakes of Hogwarts
The main body of water on the Hogwarts grounds is the Black Lake—a vast, deep lake at the foot of the castle. Its dark waters reflect the high towers, stone walls, and sky above Scotland. On sunny days, the lake's surface sparkles, but on cloudy days, it becomes almost black. Strange magical creatures live in the depths, and grass, reeds, and ancient trees grow along the shore. Students love to stroll here, relax, and watch the water.
Small mountain streams and narrow rivers also flow around Hogwarts. Their clear water flows down the hills, weaves between rocks, and forms small waterfalls. Ferns, moss, and dense bushes grow along the banks. In the spring, the water becomes especially cold and swift, and in the fall, the banks are covered with golden leaves.
Some streams flow into the forest, where quiet pools are hidden among the trees. In the morning, mist rises from the water, and in the evening, the stars and castle lights are reflected in it. The rivers and lakes make the Hogwarts grounds even more beautiful and mysterious, as if nature itself guards the ancient secrets of the wizarding world.

Hogwarts Gardens and Grounds
The Hogwarts grounds are vast and picturesque. Green lawns, manicured gardens, and winding paths surround the ancient stone castle. Roses, lilies, and other magical plants grow between the flower beds. Stone benches and old lanterns dot the garden, while tall trees provide cool shade.
Near the castle is the Black Lake, whose dark waters reflect the Hogwarts towers. Nearby are Professor Sprout's greenhouses, where magical plants are grown. Beyond the lawns lies the Forbidden Forest, with its tall trees and mysterious paths. There is also a Quidditch pitch, vegetable plots, and spacious courtyards where students stroll between classes.
In the mornings, a light fog envelops the grounds, and the sun's rays illuminate the towers and grass. In the evening, golden lights glow in the castle's windows. An atmosphere of ancient magic, tranquility, and mystery reigns here.

Hogwarts is a majestic, ancient castle nestled among the green hills of Scotland. Even before Harry Potter, it looked like a vast medieval fortress with tall towers, pointed spires, stone walls, and narrow windows. Towers of varying heights rose above the main building, connected by walkways and bridges. Some spires were lost among the clouds, and traces of centuries of history were visible on the old stone walls. The castle contained numerous corridors, staircases, large halls, and secret passages. Tall windows reflected the sunlight, and at night, candlelight flickered within them. In the center stood the Great Hall, with an enchanted ceiling that mimicked the real sky. Surrounding the castle were other ancient towers and courtyards. Hogwarts was surrounded by mountains and dense forests, and nearby lay the deep Black Lake. The castle appeared enigmatic, majestic, and slightly mysterious. Long before Harry Potter was born, it was already an ancient home of magic, where young wizards studied for centuries.

Before Harry Potter, Hogwarts had four houses. Each had its own students, traditions, colors, and characteristics. Students also formed Quidditch teams to compete for the House Cup.
Gryffindor is a house of brave, courageous, and determined wizards. Its colors are red and gold, and its symbol is a lion. James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, and Lily Evans all studied here. Gryffindor students valued friendship, courage, and a willingness to protect others.
Slytherin is a house of ambitious, cunning, and driven wizards. Its colors are green and silver, and its symbol is a snake. Tom Riddle and Severus Snape studied here. Many Slytherins came from ancient pureblood families, but not all supported the idea of ​​pureblood superiority.
Ravenclaw was the house of intelligent, inquisitive, and creative students. Its colors were blue and bronze in the books, and its symbol was an eagle. Students valued knowledge, wisdom, and originality of thought. Hufflepuff was the house of hardworking, honest, and loyal wizards. Its colors were yellow and black, and its symbol was a badger. Students were known for their patience, fairness, and friendliness.
Each house had its own common room, house leader, and Quidditch team. Before Harry Potter, Hogwarts had been home to different generations of wizards, so James Potter, Tom Riddle, and other characters belonged to different eras.

In his youth, Albus Dumbledore was a highly talented, intelligent, and ambitious wizard with reddish-brown hair. He was a Gryffindor student at Hogwarts and later became a Transfiguration teacher. In his youth, he befriended Gellert Grindelwald, but after tragic events, he changed his views and dedicated his life to protecting the wizarding world.
In her youth, Minerva McGonagall was a serious, sensible, and independent girl with dark hair. She possessed excellent magical abilities and could transform into a cat. After graduating from Hogwarts, she worked at the Ministry of Magic and then returned to the school to teach Transfiguration.
Horace Slughorn was a sociable, cunning, and charming wizard. He taught Potions for many years, enjoying gathering gifted students around him and helping those he considered promising. Among his students were Tom Riddle and Lily Evans, a good-natured and slightly awkward Gryffindor. He adored magical creatures and befriended them. During Tom Riddle's time, he was unjustly accused of opening the Chamber of Secrets and subsequently expelled from Hogwarts.
Filius Flitwick was a talented and kind wizard, a master of spells. Pomona Sprout loved plants and studied Herbology. Sybill Trelawney came from a long line of clairvoyants and later became a Divination teacher. All of them eventually became Hogwarts teachers and contributed to the school's history.

James Potter was a confident, energetic, and talented wizard from childhood. At Hogwarts, he was a Gryffindor and was friends with Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, and Peter Pettigrew. James loved to joke, bragged about his abilities, and sometimes acted arrogant. He often bullied Severus Snape, especially when Sirius was around.
Severus Snape was a withdrawn, intelligent, and observant boy with a pale complexion and long black hair. He was a Slytherin and was fascinated by potions and Dark magic. He had been friends with Lily Evans since childhood, and he greatly admired her. Severus disliked James and Sirius because they bullied and humiliated him in front of other students.
Their relationship: James found Snape unpleasant and strange, constantly provoking and competing with him. Severus hated James, responded with barbs, and never missed an opportunity to hurt him. Their feud intensified over Lily, as both were involved with her, but ultimately, James became her husband. There was never a true friendship between them—only rivalry, resentment, and mutual dislike.

James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, Lily Evans, and Severus Snape attended Hogwarts. James was a bold and self-assured Gryffindor, Sirius was rebellious and witty, Remus was a quiet werewolf, and Peter was an insecure young man. Together, they became the Marauders. Lily was a kind and intelligent witch, and Severus was a withdrawn Slytherin, talented in Potions, who had once been her friend. Tom Riddle grew up in an orphanage, was in Slytherin, and gradually became a Dark wizard. Young Albus Dumbledore was an incredibly talented wizard, Minerva McGonagall was a strict and fair teacher, and Horace Slughorn was a Potions master who favored talented students. James and Lily became Harry's parents, and Sirius became his godfather. Harry's parents died because of Voldemort. Among the other students were Harry's future friends and enemies from various Hogwarts houses.