[Callum]

2 minutes!

[Scarlett.]

40 seconds lol

[Patrick]

I just actually caught on to the title.

I read it as 'More Potter? LOL JK, Teases a new project!'

Rather than JK Rowling Teases lol

[Callum]

Wow wow wow

[Scarlett.]

What is it? lol

[Callum]

Youtube video

Sounds brilliant!

[Patrick]

-Not sure why there's another thread-

But yes it does sound pretty sweet, means alot actually that we were here to watch it be officially announced.

[Patrick]

Pretty sweet aswell what they're doing with the 'a few fans will be able to enter first' thing.
That opens 16 Days after the last movie is released, so Potter Mania will still be at large, and I imagine they'll probably put that video or another promo onto the trailers in the cinema before HP7 comes on.

[Callum]

Originally Posted by Patrick

-Not sure why there's another thread-

But yes it does sound pretty sweet, means alot actually that we were here to watch it be officially announced.

Just thought I'd make one for discussion post build up

Mods can merge them if they wish

[Callum]

From the official site:

Pottermore is a free website that builds an exciting online experience around the reading of the Harry Potter books.

Come back on 31st July to find out how you can get the chance to enter Pottermore early.

[Scarlett.]

I still don't get what it is, it just sounds like a website to sell eBooks

[Callum]

Pictures of the site

http://assets.pottermore.com/emcp/do...dor_230611.jpg

http://assets.pottermore.com/emcp/do...rts_230611.jpg

http://assets.pottermore.com/emcp/do...ber_230611.jpg

http://assets.pottermore.com/emcp/do...ess_230611.jpg

[Callum]

More information from the statement

In the new website, the storyline will be brought to life with sumptuous newly-commissioned illustrations and interactive ‘Moments’ through which you can navigate, starting with the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s (Sorcerer’s) Stone. On entering, you choose a magic username and begin your experience. As you move through the chapters, you can read and share exclusive writing from J.K. Rowling, and, just as Harry joins Hogwarts, so can you. You visit Diagon Alley, get sorted into a house, cast spells and mix potions to help your house compete for the House Cup.

At a press conference at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Rowling revealed some key features of the website. In an announcement which will thrill fans, she described how she has brought to life both the Sorting Hat and Ollivanders experiences from her books for the first time on Pottermore, by revealing the questions asked by the Sorting Hat – which places newcomers into their Hogwarts houses according to their characteristics – and the magic behind the Wand Chooser – which finds the right wand for each user from over 33,000 possible combinations. She also revealed glimpses of the new information she has provided on some of the best-loved characters.

J.K. Rowling’s announcement on YouTube and sony.com today revealed that Pottermore (along with the Pottermore Shop) will be open to all users in October 2011. From today, 23rd June, fans can submit their email addresses on Pottermore.com in order to be contacted by the site following the opening of registration on 31st July, Harry’s birthday. Also on that date, an online challenge will be launched, whereby the first million people to complete their registration will gain early entry into the website, and help put final touches to the experience.

On Sony’s partnership of Pottermore, J.K. Rowling commented:
“As I think people know, I am very protective of Harry and have always been very selective with any new initiatives, but I am totally committed to making this partnership with Sony and this wonderful new website a success. There are many companies I could have worked with on this ultimate digital expression of Harry Potter’s universe, but it is Sony’s unique philosophy of creativity in harmony with technology that made them my first choice as main partner. The spirit behind Sony’s make.believe philosophy is one that rings true with Pottermore’s own values.”

The storyline of the second book, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, will go live on the site in early 2012. The Pottermore Shop opens when the site opens to all in October, selling complete ranges of the eBooks and digital audiobooks in a selection of languages, exclusively.

Designed for fans of all ages, the website has been created with child safety in mind, employing best practice and compliance with internet codes of practice in the UK, Europe and USA, and elsewhere.

[Callum]

New screenshot showing the chapter introduction

[Callum]

Pottemore beta launch tomorrow

[Boothy]

I actually really want to get in.

I've put off re-reading the books for about a week now hoping to get accepted into the beta trial of this.

[Callum]

Apparently like a million people will get invitations so it's likely more people will be accepted than not

[CharlieO]

I want to try it but I cant imagine it being that amazing.

[Boothy]

Originally Posted by Callum

Apparently like a million people will get invitations so it's likely more people will be accepted than not

Do you know what time it opens or anything?

[Callum]

Originally Posted by Boothy

Do you know what time it opens or anything?

Not sure but I'm guessing maybe at midnight the Pottermore website will reveal more about the beta testing and all people who have submitted their email will get info on how to register. I can't wait to get sorted.

[Marc]

Bring them back, kill off Hermione and take Ron's arm.

[Boothy]

Originally Posted by Callum

Not sure but I'm guessing maybe at midnight the Pottermore website will reveal more about the beta testing and all people who have submitted their email will get info on how to register. I can't wait to get sorted.

I know, yeah. I turn into a massive kid when it comes to Harry Potter. I'd want Ravenclaw I think.

[Boothy]

It's already crashed

[Marsh.]

I didn't realise there was a thread, I just posted in the movie thread that the site won't let me on.

I've heard there's a puzzle of some sort and the first 1 million users to complete it are allowed access for the trial period until October.

I'm leaving the site open though as it keeps refreshing itself. Fingers crossed.

[Boothy]

Originally Posted by 08marsh

I didn't realise there was a thread, I just posted in the movie thread that the site won't let me on.

I've heard there's a puzzle of some sort and the first 1 million users to complete it are allowed access for the trial period until October.

I'm leaving the site open though as it keeps refreshing itself. Fingers crossed.

Yeah, I'm hoping most people's sleeping patterns aren't as messed up as mine so I'll be able to get on at 4am or something