Thanks! Yes, I always thought that Hagrid deserved a wand! And he learned new stuff (like the talking patronus) soon after Voldy's fall (because he was never properly educated). I thought a bear would be great because Hagrid is big and tough, but also comes off as very sweet and loveable, which is the same thing with a bear (to a certain extent). Thanks. You'll find out more about Snape in the next chapter And I wanted James to be a little mischievous kid, but I also wanted him to have a sweet side. So, I figured a girl could bring that out in him!