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Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory.

Today we're going to be discussing the misunderstood origins of Dementors, the wizarding

world's enigmatic wraith-like creatures known for guarding Asgaban and sucking out souls.

Specifically we'll be taking a look at my theory on how Dementors were first created.

Dementors, towering at three meters tall, are sinister

cloaked beings with dark grey scabby skin. These malevolent creatures symbolize the embodiment

of unhappiness and despair. They are commonly known as the guards of Ascaband prison,

responsible for ensuring that all of the darkest witches and wizards inside

do not escape.

Dementas were originally created by J.K. Rowling as a way of representing depression,

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