Quidditch Through the Ages
Interesting Facts
- Quidditch was invented in the 11th century on the Quidditch Marsh in England, and its name derives from this location.
- Originally, Quidditch used only two types of balls: the Quaffle and Bludgers, with the Snitch being added later.
- Initially, the Snitch was a live bird called the Golden Snidget, but due to the danger to the bird, it was replaced with a mechanical ball.
- Quidditch became so popular that the first World Cup was held in 1473.
- The book describes various teams and their characteristics, such as the Holyhead Harpies, one of the most famous all-female teams.
- There are many banned moves in Quidditch, such as the 'Bludger Backbeat' and 'Woollongong Shimmy,' which are described in the book.
- Quidditch has become an integral part of the magical world and has many fans among wizards and witches.
Date of publication: 31 October 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Fantasy
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