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Lucius at the Loo by Silver
06/28/2002Even a Malfoy has to go there time and again. A place where both ``creativity and suffering reside. Some are struck with their greatest ideas there, ``while others have to endure the worst pain. But what applies to the Master of ``Malfoy Manor? Join Lucius in his possibly most private moments...
A Day in the Life of Narcissa Malfoy by Angela Boyko
07/20/2003Delve into the life of the little-known matron of Malfoy Manor. It's a lot of work grooming Draco to be a Death Eater, you know.
Every Time a Bell Rings... by Dark Cyradis
01/20/2002A short, sweet, and derange ickle fic for laughs. Malfoy has a *WONDERFUL* idea... and Harry and Voldemort are (for once) in the same boat...
Gryffindor Colors by Dreamcoat_mom
04/11/2005Missing scene from OotP. Professor McGonagall heads to the Gryffindor common room for a 2:00 a.m. scolding on the night of the Quidditch Cup win, but unwittingly winds up showing her true colors.
The Wrong Weasley by Sukie
11/07/2007Ron did not enjoy Bill and Fleur's wedding. It made him feel sicker than that time when he accidentally mistook those aspirin for Acid Pops. So when a combination of animal lust and too much vodka leads him to find Harry and one of his siblings in his bed, his reaction isn't exactly understanding. Sexual humour and weird, slashy pairings afoot! Written before DH.
Lonely Reign by CinnamonGrrl
01/06/2004Draco Malfoy considers himself the ruling monarch of Slytherin. When a bizarre accident causes him to spend time with a Hufflepuff, will the Slytherin Prince decide to end his lonely reign?
Rules For Being Draco Malfoy by Elf Princess Bloom
11/06/2002The love child of me and a 2:30 a.m. sugar rush. Yes, I know this has been done to death, but I couldn't resist. Very short and to the point... Come see the softer side of Draco... that's right, the softer side.
Round the Table Gather by Weatherwax
08/08/2007Friends and loved ones are remembered both sides of the ethereal plane. This piece is set immediately after the end of Deathly Hallows so it contains a certain degree of spoiler information. This fic was written a decade ago. As such, the grammar and punctuation may not be up to my current standard. However, there are no current plans to rework my older fics.
Teenage Kicks by Shaggydogstail
07/10/2006Sirius Black starts to grow up, dyes his hair, and falls in love with a rock star. Unrequited Sirius Black/Stubby Boardman.
HP In The USA by Irrestible Malaria
02/12/2006"Dear Harry," the letter had read, "I have exciting news! I’ve won a contest, and now we (Ron, Ginny, you and me) are going to America! I’ll explain more later, but now I’ve got to go and pack. You should, too. Our flight leaves tomorrow morning. Tell Ron all of this, and meet Ginny and me at Heathrow Airport (outside the International Terminal) at seven o’clock tomorrow!"...wow...Harry in America? What's gonna happen?
Wand Wars - The Wizard Menace by Mystica
12/22/2001Harry Potter and Company take over the starring roles in Star Wars, Episode I. And you thought Anakin couldn't act? Prepare yourselves, Star Wars fans - The Phantom Menace will never be the same...
Wotcher, Percy Weasley by Bella Black
07/16/2003Percy Weasley has been demoted to being Fudge's Inspector in the Auror Headquarters. Which means that he must file daily reports on the Aurors. If that wasn't bad enough, Nymphadora Tonks spilled coffee on him on his first day and has seemed to taken to annoying him on a daily basis.
Photographic Evidence by Angharad
05/07/2005Professor McGonagall, Professor Sprout, and Madame Hooch decide that for certain damaging prejudices, a full frontal assault is in order.
It's Called a Hangover by The Dork Lord
08/25/2006It's Bill's stag night, but it's Harry and Ron that seem to be having the most fun. Features hungover Harry and plenty of flashbacks.
We Are Death Eaters! by WitchofSoul
05/11/2005We know how the good guys are doing, but what is Voldemort and gang up to now that the war has been started and their cover's blown? An insider's look at the lives of the Death Eaters and Voldemort as they rage war!
Shower Tunes by AdGe03
02/01/2004Ginny takes after the twins and tends to pull the pranks now that they are gone. Who is singing in the shower? A very short one-shot!
All Mixed Up by Winged Dragon
04/03/2002Ron’s in love with Harry, Harry’s in love with Hermione, and nobody knows who Hermione’s in love with. Ron gets knocked out, Harry gets mad and probably kills Voldemort, and Hermione gets kissed and hurts Malfoy. Severely. Mild slash. It’s actually sort of a comedy about nothing in particular. Mild cursing.
Pandora's Box by dented-sky
06/28/2005Draco isn't just a Veela out to find his soul mate, he's a singer following his path to stardom. Pansy plays the perfect fag-hag, but she's getting distracted by a certain red haired Gryffindor... and Millicent needs to lighten up if she can ever woo the girl of her dreams. Harry/Draco slash, with Pansy/Ron and Millicent/Luna.
Interview With Severus Snape by Willow von Weasel
12/07/2002Unless you're a Slytherin, you probably despise Professor Snape, right? Well, ever wonder what it might be like to interview everyone's least favorite Hogwarts teacher? Drusilla Quigley for the National Inquirer is about to find out...
That Story with a Happy Ending by Original Dessie
01/29/2006Once upon a time, in a land not so far away, a red-haired young man lived in a great castle where boys and girls learned magic. If only he could go to the Ball.... Think you know Cinderella? Think again. (Written pre-HBP and decidedly AU.)
Stranded by SkoosiePants
10/26/2004Hermione's being blackmailed, Draco fancies Ron, Zabini's a smarmy pirate, and all’s fair in the dawn of a new civilization. It only ever came down to two things: sex and war.
Give or Take a Century by TheTreacleTart
10/03/2004Severus Snape needs a little advice. He finds out that sometimes it's just better not to ask the questions in the first place. SS/RL.
The Yellow Room of Insanity by Katz Potter
07/16/2003Join Lily, James, Sirius, Katz, and all our friends as they rid Hogwarts of evil purple stuffed bunnies, get in a food fight, and wake up the whole castle at 5 am. Trix is included, no charge.
Pink Flamingos and Flying Cars by MagikHat
10/03/2003Meg is just an ordinary girl visiting her ordinary relatives. Only she just happens to be staying in Number 3 Privet Drive. One unfortunate muggle's adventure as Harry Potter's neighbor during the summer between Harry's first and second year.
The Death of Voldemort by PeterMurray
03/05/2003Voldemort has died of old age while waiting for book five to finally be published, and happiness abounds. Isn\\\'t that nice? Oh, and Harry has to give a speech at his funeral.
Harry Potter and the Firebolt by Silverlight
03/25/2002Harry is polishing his Firebolt. Rated ‘R’ for sexual innuendo and references.
Those Muggles must be nutty! by AliceMione
07/02/2002You shan't meddle with things you don't know!!! But tell that ``Fred and George... Today they'll form their very personal opinion towards Muggles ``and of course, it's someone else who suffers. :)
Evidently, Fear is Not a Factor for You! by Lboogieg
08/05/2004It's Fear Factor... Hogwarts style. Four lucky sixth-year students have been chosen to participate in Dumbledore's adaptation of the Muggle reality show. What slimy, terrifying, disgusting, acts will they have to face? And don't think they don't get a reward. The prize: 50,000 Galleons. Who will it be?
Harry Potter Wokeus Upus Gayus! by Black Annis
01/02/2003Harry did this spell, right? And it had unexpected results, right? And he woke up gay, right? Right.
The Twelve Days of Christmas by AmethystPhoenix
12/27/2003Ron sings 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'... his own way! Plus: interjections from Hermione, Harry, and you can't forget Malfoy. Absolutely no plot, and very random, but who cares? Small reference to R/Hr.
A Hogwarts Tradition by koanju
07/23/2002A long-suffering Millicent gets to explain a few facts about life ``at Hogwarts to a disbelieving Pansy in their sixth year.
HP and Revenge BT style by zed
08/23/2002Wonderboy Harry devised a plot to pay Uncle Vernon back after Uncle Vernon insulted him and Draco. Crazy plotting and planning galore. Featuring Grownup Delinquent!Harry and SupportivePartner!Draco. And oh, the wonders of British Telecom (BT).
Fun with Shakespeare: Much Ado About Nothing by Crossbow
10/03/2004"Much Ado About Nothing" set at Hogwarts in 1979. Subterfuge, slash, and silliness.
Double The Fun by Absolute Alcohol
08/04/2003Draco learns the worth of Potions when one of his "extra-credit assignments" goes wrong. Slash; D/D.
Malfoy's A Girl! by Alice Stone
07/31/2003Hermione's asked Harry and Ron to study with her in the library - on a Hogsmeade weekend! While in the library, Harry overhears Draco telling Crabbe and Goyle that he's going to knock Hermione, Harry, and Ron unconscious. Harry, Ron and Hermione end up fighting Malfoy and winning, and they decide to do a pretty embarrassing thing to now unconscious Malfoy, Crabbe and Goyle. Malfoy gets asked out by Dean Thomas, Luna dances on Hermione's head, Malfoy insults Ron, and Ron eats waffles, all in this crazy story.
Curses! by Riventhorn
12/14/2006Harry and Draco accidentally cast the Curse Performed by Mortal Enemies at the Same Time. Breaking it could be a challenge.
Great Tuna Sandwiches by MonkeyRocker
04/04/2005"Potter, watch where you're going!" ``"Me? I'm not the one who just ran into somebody!" ``"Yes you are, you oaf, you ran into me!" ``How did the two lovebirds get together when they hate each other? Good question....
I am NOT gay! by Chic
08/10/2003Why is it whenever someone hears the name 'Seamus Finnigan', the first thing they come up with is, "Oh, he's gay, isn't he?" Has anyone EVER considered the idea that I might be heterosexual? (*Seamus is fed up with everyone. He's out to prove to fanfic authors and classmates alike that he is NOT gay! One-shot, humor, and slashyness have been used in the making of this fic.
I give you - Weasley! by Silver
12/14/2001It’s not easy to become a Beater. But Fred and George tried it! If they were successful on the first try or not, is the big question...
Men In Black by Fyre
01/09/2003A new MiB agent? With a snake-cane? And long hair? And a British accent? What devilry is this? Agent J has a sneaking suspicion about the fellow. Could he be bad? Can we say "DUH???"
The Rainy Day by PaGi
08/04/2002It's a rainy day at Hogwarts, and the Marauders have nothing to do, so they decide to do something about it. Will they get caught, or will they make it out alive?
For the Love of Lockhart! by akynoRED276insanity
05/29/2006It's Harry, Ron, and Hermione's final and seventh year of Hogwarts. The trio's hopes for a peaceful year are dashed when the new headmaster is announced: Gilderoy Lockhart! When Lockhart's mission to bring love to the wizarding world at Hogwarts with the help of his enthusiastic if not eye-pleasing partner gnome-turned-Cupid Wubi spectacularly backfires, it's up to Hermione and Sirius (returned from the Veil) to save the day. The problem: Under the influence of magically tainted arrows and a few drinks, Ron discovers he is madly in love with Lockhart, while Draco discovers his deep infatuation with Hermione. Meanwhile, Harry has the disturbing sensation that he is being stalked...
Five O'Clock Shadow by Hermione_Ginny
11/11/2006Er...this is a mostly pointless and semi-funny story. Harry is discovered to have the five o'clock shadow but, being an immature boy of seventeen, has no idea what that is. With a little help from Hermione, he learns to control and fix this problem.
Are You Off Your Rocker? by Devonny Rose
02/18/2005Fred and George Weasley wanted to create havoc at Hogwarts, even though they already left. Four innocent students want cash, thrills, and vengeance. What do you get when you add them together? This fic.
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a SEVERUS! In order to obtain top performance from your Potions master, please follow the procedures detailed in this manual.
Slytherin's Gift by Angie Astravic
12/04/2002Harry meets Salazar, Draco meets Godric, major irony (think Pet Shop Boys/Peeved!Patrician) ensues.
Blink! by Nightlight
08/31/2006"Blink but a little and you will be transported to an alternate of this time and place." Harry accidentally inhales the fumes of a premature potion that causes him to be transported into numerous alternate worlds at the blink of his eyes. Brought to light are the issues of his "bigger picture".
Blush by CassieHill
04/24/2004Harry is woken up by the voice of Draco Malfoy screaming from the washroom of the head boy dorm. Being the perfect boyfriend, he rolls over and goes back to sleep. Something, however, is obviously wrong with Draco, and Harry will be getting no more sleep.
Dear Professor by Marine Galdeone
08/25/2003Harry has a penfriend: three guesses who. A fun, funny, nonsensical fic. Read at your own risk.
Ginny Weasley has to learn how to put up with a couple of boobs, and we aren’t talking about Harry and Ron.
Cliche fic, in response to Bonibaru's prompt: 'Trapped with a werewolf on the eve of the full moon and must have sex because a werewolf will not attack its mate.'
Severus Snape Uncovered by Silver
07/04/2002Everybody has this special place where they aren’t disturbed and ``where they can let their thoughts make somersaults, even our favourite Potions ``Master. But it’s not his laboratory. It’s the restroom. Join Sevi in his possibly ``most private moments…
The Glamoire by Francesca da Rimini
04/09/2004Have you ever wondered how Mary Sues are created? It is a horrible process, involving a mystical book. A book called "The Glamoire".
Evil Overlords Anonymous by bluemeanie11
10/24/2002Recognizing a growing problem with his homicidal tendancies, Lord Voldemort attends his first Evil Overlords Anonymous meeting.
The Ultimate Prank by Shadothe
10/03/2004Harry Potter and Siruis Black have played a prank on Harry's girlfriend, Alex, and her best friend, Li. Not only that, but Harry has been playing pranks on Li all week. To get revenge, the girls have come up with the ultimate prank that even a Marauder can't beat. But will it work?
The Flip of a Coin by Mya
08/08/2004Voldemort finally has the weapon he needs. Now he's certain to win the war. So what's going to go wrong???
The Mother of All Love Potions by DovieLR
03/17/2003Due to an accident in Potions class, Neville Longbottom creates a dangerously powerful love potion, and Professor Snape is forced to rid the school of the potion. Unfortunately, he can't do anything about the effects. WARNING: Has been known to cause extreme cases of nasal carbonation, so don't drink anything while reading it. (Pairings: Snape/Pomfrey, Snape/McGonagall, Malfoy/Longbottom, and pretty much the rest of the school at one time or another...)
Village of the Snapes by ThePet
11/29/2002When sinister Grandmama Livia, the matriarch of the Snape family, decides to hold a Family Gathering at Hogwarts, Severus is understandably perturbed...especially when he discovers she's invited the mysterious, undead Sackville-Snapes. Things go from bad to worse when the trio, plus Neville, put in an appearance. 'Snapes...dozens of them...'
Harry Potter and the Spanish Inquisition by Silvermane
01/04/2002There's trouble at the Ministry, McGonagall's office, and at court. There's one thing that nobody expects: the Spanish Inquisition! HP characters take the roles of the Monty Python classic, rewritten with rubber chickens and Draco and sure to make you laugh (even if it is just at the Monty Python stuff.)
Attack of the Telemarketers by Luella and Velma
04/28/2002When Hermione's parents go away for a week in the middle of summer, she has Ron and Harry (who was staying at the Weasleys') come over to keep her company. What she doesn't expect is to be bombarded with telephone calls from telemarketers who want her to become broke.
Choosing Their Soulmate by Firesword
01/30/2004The HP characters - including Voldemort - are involved in a dating game show. Chaos ensues.
Hogwarts' Second Halloween by Yen
11/25/2001The title has the main theme, but what it doesn't say is that in this story, Salazar Slytherin plays storyteller.
Time After Time by Marie Goos
09/01/2003A parody of Hermione time turner fics (though I enjoy the occasional well written one) in which Harry travels back to MWPP times instead of Hermione. A new look (I like to think, at least) at Harry/Severus slash. Also includes a bit of Sirius/Remus.
Of Snogging and Sleep by Saint Gemini
08/09/2002Seamus, suffering from insomnia, wakes his best friend, Dean Thomas, and brings up a most interesting topic.
The Mad Flasher of Muggle London by Marauder
08/13/2007After Sirius and James hear that Remus has been picked up by the Muggle police, Sirius finds out the reason why, which is music to his ears. Sirius/Remus.
Time Travelers by Alastia Starsong
12/16/2003Four girls get sucked into HP's world. Their mission: Go back in time and save Sirius Black.``Unfortunately, things go wrong and they, along with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, get swept back in time to Sirius' fifth year... along with our favorite, Draco Malfoy, who ends up in Gryffindor. OH, HORRORS! A must read!
A Beneficial Arrangement by Vivien
07/26/2006Written for this prompt: After a drunken one night stand, Minerva tells Tom that she's pregnant. Plans for world domination are derailed somewhat.
The Day Draco Malfoy Became a Hottie by Galya
06/28/2002All seems normal in Hogwarts until one day, when every girl mysteriously ``falls for Draco Malfoy! The Horror! The Horror! It is up to a Hufflepuff, Sally-Anne, ``to right the wrongs and bring back order. Hormones, silliness, Draco in boxers, ``and a stupid hat, await you.
Shut Up Tom by Chocolate Muse
01/16/2003Tom is a git, Ginny is insane, Hermione is a Know-It-All, Ron is a bas****, Harry is an oblivious idiot, and Draco is sarcastic. Everything you could ever need or want in a fan-fiction.
Truth or Dare...The sequel! by Dobby and Winky
04/22/2003Finally, the moment we have all been waiting for... Truth or Dare the sequel!!! The boys can finally come back down from the dorm! Dean freaks out. McGonagall comes to play and Dumbledore does something...
Revenge I by Draconn Malfoy
07/22/2004AU. Slash RL/KS and SS/SB. Pre-Moonal and Pre-Menstrual Syndromes - which is worse? Harry truly has a hard time deciding when he finds himself stuck in Grimmauld Place with Snape, Sirius, Remus, Kingsley, Ron, and Hermione. To make it really difficult, both Hermione and Remus are getting extremely cranky, because it’s that time of the month. Disappointed about the treatment they get from the other people, the werewolf and the girl plan a revenge list...
Eavesdropping by Abigail Nicole
06/06/2004The entire Order of the Phoenix (inc.) eavesdrop on Ron and Hermione. Hilarity ensues.
Cuckoo, Cuckold by Persephone_Kore
12/20/2002Someone wholly unsuspected slips away to help the other side -- or is it only the desire of her own heart she serves? ``Well, who did YOU think it was?
Where Drinking Gets You by ColtonGirl
07/21/2008Sirius wakes up on a normal day with a normal hangover and goes through his normal routine until the blasted doorbell rings with a very unexpected visitor.
What Does It Take to Get a Date? by topaz
04/21/2006What does it take for James to get a date with Lily to Hogsmeade?
Slytherin Study Group #2.75 by rabbit and ~v~Jinx~v~
07/04/2002A short yarn spun off of \\
How Many Days Are There Again? by DracoDew17
12/09/2006It's Christmas time once more at Malfoy Manor and Draco explains how Hermione went crazy and that he's drowning in decorations.
The House Championship: The Underhand Way by Bobbi
04/08/2003MWPP make a bet with the Slytherins over who will win the House Chamionship. The stakes are high, and as each house gets more determined, rules and morals are discarded completely...
The Ladies Man Skanksgiving by dellmarch
10/06/2003The Ladies Man...Draco Malfoy...answers ALL da romantice queires on his show. He can tell you how to hook up with a fine bus station skank and do the Alabama Crabdangle--yeah, dis is freaky. And so is The Ladies Man. ``He also enjoys dramatic interpetations, especially of the "relationship" between a certain Professor and Student. Yeah, dats right.
Harry Potter Matchmaker! by DaniheartsRupert
02/27/2007What happens when the students take a matchmaker test? Why, the school goes mad of course!
I'm Gred, He's Forge by Lesse
08/04/2003Fred and George, George and Fred. The marvellous pranksters would like to offer you a Canary Cream.
Fed, Dorge and the Unwitting Babysitter by Trillian Black
08/10/2003Christina is fresh, excited and above all innocent. She believes that there's something good inside every one of us. That's until she joins a babysitting agency and agrees to look after a certain pair of Weasley toddlers.
The Waiting Room by Allocin
09/20/2002A short fic detailing what our favourite characters do when not in use. Please forgive me for the unoriginal title.
Creatures of Habit by LB Beck
08/22/2005Sirius and Remus while away the hours at Grimmauld Place. Sirius drinks and broods; Remus reads and eats chocolate. Tonks arrives every evening and breaks up the monotony.... Until one night, between the tea cart and the door, she manages to send the routine entirely out the window. This is the touching and heart-warming story of one musty old parlor's adventures in stolen underpants, truly horrendous werewolf pickup lines, and firewhiskey for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between.
Revenge of the Hufflepuffs by Lissa22
08/04/2003Er, revenge of the Hufflepuffs. Rated PG-13 for some language unsuitable for badgers.
Interview With Lucius Malfoy by Willow von Weasel
12/12/2002The interviews continue... This time Willow von Weasel herself is interviewing none other than Lucius Malfoy. It seems they have something in common...
The Mix-Up by zed
09/27/2002From zed’s ANALogy and TOPology Potterverse. Harry and Draco spent some quality time together in a disused equipment storeroom with disastrous results. Will Harry be able to save the day yet again, and live up to his boast: "Don’t worry. I will be."? Featuring Delinquent!Harry and Smug!Draco, sarcastic classmates and the dreaded best-friend-from-Hell, ItchyFist!Ron.
Marauders Unveiled by Valerie Vancollie
06/01/2005Bored due to being cooped up in 12 Grimmauld Place, Fred and George decide a prank is necessary to lighten the mood. As a result, they end up learning some surprising information about two of their house guests.
The Sixteen Year Old Hangover by Thirteen Ravens
11/18/2003THE RECIPE FOR DISASTER``49 packets of Cheesy Nibbles, 15 kegs of Butterbeer, 2 crates of Firespirits, 45 twenty-something magic folks. (For best results include a squeeze of Werewolf, a pinch of rat, a plastered brace of hosts, and for that sharp tang - one socially inept, mentally unstable DeathEater.)``**To aid mixing, be sure to add a dash of Sirius Black: Cocktail Mixer Extraordinaire.``Instructions: Put folks together in a small cottage in a remote village in Wales. Add all alcohol, and leave to marinade for the evening in own juices. Then stand well back.
Thirteen-year-old Remus discovers that certain elements of his education have been sorely lacking.
Harry's "I would die for..." list by Paper Mulberry
09/07/2003Harry makes a list of things he would die for, but he forgot his number one.
Knights of Hogwarts by Diana
04/08/2003This fic is nothin more or less than a simple parody of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. In this chapter, Harry finds a "noble steed," and "knights" some of his friends. But what hiss happen next? (Dramatic music plays in the background.)
A Most Unusual Halloween at Hogwarts by Hermione Sweetheart
08/04/2005What happens when the wizards and witches of Hogwarts dress as Muggles for Halloween? Well, Draco gets the wrong outfit, Ron gets too into his character, and Harry has some handcuffs.
Chocolate Butterbeer by Hellewise
03/06/2003Draco watches Harry. He thinks he isn't noticed, but eventually, all will be revealed in the dungeons, much to the horror of both Snape and Ron, and the giggling amusement of Hermione.
Draco Malfoy, private. by Silver
08/04/2002Did you think that pointless, random inner monologue was limited to adults? Ha! You were WRONG. Join now Draco Malfoy, The Boy Who Sneered, in his possibly most private moments…
Smoke Two Joints 2 by Peeler
09/10/2002Voldemort has united the Death Eaters with the mighty Neville Longbottom in an attempt to force the Ministry to legalize Marijuana. Meanwhile, Draco and Hermione are arrested and Snape is the victim of some good one-liners. Features many high characters, beanbag chairs, bitchy policewomen, and Lucius reminiscing about good times. Ahh, good times.
Harry Potter and the Deadly Bowels by Spider-Bat
08/13/2007Sequel to "Harry Potter and the Half-Witted Prince." A spoof of Deathly Hallows. Harry is retarded, Ron likes dancing, Hermione is hot. What more needs to be said?
Malfoy's Mutability Matrix by agarttha
02/13/2006Great scientific discoveries are made serendipitously. Wands make their presence felt. If you are claustrophobic, do not read this.
Dudders' First Year At Smeltings by Gothalie
05/20/2006Dudley goes to Smeltings, and learns what there is to gain in life. Features the Hog Squad, irony, hot girls, pointy sticks, and the ever-interesting Piers Polkiss' philosophies of life.
A Contraceptive Controversy by Mstar
07/24/2007Written for the Portkey 7 'fore 7 challenge, theme #1. James finds a certain muggle... innovation lying around the common room and has difficulty identifying it. Lucky for him, everyone seems willing to help.