The match began. The Chasers began to pass the Quaffle to each other rapidly, flying at full speed. The Keepers stayed in their positions, barely flying a few feet between hoops, keeping an eye on their teammates. The Beaters were throwing Bludgers at their opponents with even more viciousness than usual. Everyone could see that tempers were running high. Not only was it a Cup Final, but it was one between Gryffindor and Slytherin, which was always exciting. And a final without Harry Potter. Slytherin were not about to be magnanimous in the absence of their usual Seeker, and Gryffindor would die fighting.