This way to the ministry of magic The ministry of magic is the governing body of the wizarding world in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. It is located in a secret underground location in London, accessed through a hidden telephone booth in a red-brick wall. The ministry is responsible for maintaining law and order in the wizarding community and for overseeing the implementation of various regulations and policies. It is composed of several departments, each specializing in a different aspect of magical government.
Level Ten was accessible via a flight of steps leading down from Level Nine. The corridors here had rough stone walls and torches in brackets. The doors leading to the courtrooms proper were heavy and made of wood, with large iron bolts and keyholes. [1]
Level Ten hosted about half a score of courtrooms, which were used by the Wizengamot and the Council of Magical Law in full-scale criminal trials such as the Death Eater trials in 1981. Sometime between the coup and 2 September of the same year, the Atrium became host to the Magic is Might statue, a black stone statue illustrative of the new regime, which depicted a wizard and witch sitting atop thrones made from the contorted bodies of Muggles, each with a stupid expression.
It is composed of several departments, each specializing in a different aspect of magical government. The main entrance to the ministry is a grand Atrium, which features a golden statue of a witch and wizard on a fountain. Visitors to the ministry must pass through security and have their wands checked before entering.
Set Review - #76403-1: The Ministry of Magic - Harry Potter
I’m still making my way through the 2022 Harry Potter sets. This one is #76403-1: The Ministry of Magic. It was released in the US on 20 June 2022 and contains 990 pieces. It retails for $99.99 in the US which works out to $0.101 per piece. I have yet to see this one go on sale, but I picked this one up before Christmas and got some of the deals being offered then (GWPs and double VIP points). We’ll have to see if this one goes on sale later in its shelf life as it is right on the 10 cents per piece mark and it would be great if it were lower. To be fair, you do get ten minifigures in this set which is a bonus.
The box looks pretty standard for a Harry Potter set. Full build on the front with standard logos. The back shows some play details and details of the build.
The set contains seven numbered parts bags, an instruction booklet, and some stickers.
My instructions came pre-folded so that was nice of them to pack them that way (or not). I do appreciate the lighter background on the instructions though. The sticker sheet isn’t too big and I managed to get them all on without wrecking any of them. I’m still not a fan of stickers, but I won’t complain much here.
The box shows that you build two “towers” or whatever they are called from the ministry. Bag one starts one of the towers with one floor. It builds the bottom floor which is part of the flue network. These are the fireplace looking areas where the wizards can transport in and out. The build has a mechanism so that you can rotate it to make it look like one of the minifigures transported into the ministry. I like the color of this build with the dark green, black, and gold. You get some good pieces here.
Bag one comes with two minifigures. Each one can be transformed into another if you rotate the head and put the other hair piece on. One is Mafalda Hopkirk who can become Hermione Granger and the other is Reg Cattermole who can become Ron Weasley. Hopefully you’ve seen the movie or read the book by now and you understand why the mnifigures were done this way.
The last part of this build is a phone booth. Another reference to the movie where Harry and Mr. Weasley use the phone booth as an elevator to enter into the ministry. It’s a pretty simple build and I like the printed window for the door.
"Maybe the Ministry should put some people onto that, instead of wasting their time stripping down Deluminators or covering up breakouts from Azkaban. People are dying — I was nearly one of them — Voldemort chased me across three counties, he killed Mad-Eye Moody, but there’s no word about any of that from the Ministry, has there? And you still expect us to co-operate with you!" — Harry Potter's position regarding the way the Ministry is operating [src]
One of the most iconic landmarks in the ministry is the mystical Veil in the Department of Mysteries, through which the spirits of the dead pass. The ministry has faced many challenges throughout the Harry Potter series, including corruption, infiltration by dark wizards, and an authoritarian takeover. Overall, the ministry of magic is a symbol of power, bureaucracy, and the complexities of governing a magical society..
Reviews for "The Wizarding World Awaits: Journey to the Ministry of Magic This Way!"
1. John - ★☆☆☆☆
I couldn't believe the hype surrounding "This Way to the Ministry of Magic." The book was a major letdown for me. The author's writing style was dull and uninspiring. I found the plot to be predictable and lacking any real depth. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any sort of development. Overall, I found the book to be a complete waste of time and would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Emily - ★★☆☆☆
I picked up "This Way to the Ministry of Magic" with high expectations, only to be disappointed. The story was slow-paced, and I struggled to stay engaged throughout. The magical world the author built felt underdeveloped and lacked the enchantment I was hoping for. The main character was unrelatable and lacked any real depth. While the idea of a hidden ministry of magic was intriguing, the execution fell flat. I found myself bored and ultimately unsatisfied with this book.
3. Sarah - ★★☆☆☆
I had high hopes for "This Way to the Ministry of Magic" based on the premise, but unfortunately, it failed to deliver. The writing was choppy and inconsistent, making it difficult to follow the story. The world-building felt shallow, and I was left wanting more depth and exploration. The characters fell flat, lacking the charisma and depth needed to draw me in. Overall, I found the book to be a disappointment, and I wouldn't recommend it to fellow fantasy lovers.
4. Tom - ★★☆☆☆
I was excited to dive into "This Way to the Ministry of Magic," but it just didn't live up to the hype. The plot was confusing and convoluted, leaving me scratching my head throughout. The author's writing style was average at best, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The characters were forgettable and lacked any real development. Overall, the book felt disjointed and failed to capture my attention. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this one.