======The Boot Brothers======
=====Introduction=====
The term "Boot brothers" refers primarily to the canonical character **[[Terry Boot]]**, a [[Ravenclaw]] student in [[Harry Potter]]'s year, and his purported brother, **Trevor Boot**, who appeared in [[J.K. Rowling]]'s early drafts but was not included in the final published novels. [[Terry Boot]] is the only member of the Boot family to appear in the seven-book series. He is a member of [[Dumbledore's Army]] and fought in the [[Battle of Hogwarts]].
=====Biography of Terry Boot=====
====Hogwarts Years====
[[Terry Boot]] began his education at [[Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry]] in 1991 and was Sorted into [[Ravenclaw]] house.
In his fifth year, Terry joined [[Dumbledore's Army]], an organization founded and taught by [[Harry Potter]] to practice defensive magic against the wishes of the [[Ministry of Magic]] and Professor [[Dolores Umbridge]]. During the first meeting in the [[Hog's Head]] inn, Terry expressed keen interest in Harry's experiences, asking him what it felt like to produce a corporeal [[Patronus]] and to face [[Lord Voldemort]]. He was also present for Harry's discussion about seeing [[Thestrals]] for the first time, confirming that he, too, could see the skeletal winged horses.
During his sixth year, while aboard the [[Hogwarts Express]], Terry had a confrontation with the [[Slytherin]] student [[Nott]], which resulted in Terry getting a bleeding nose.
In his seventh year, with [[Hogwarts]] under the control of the [[Death Eaters]], Terry was part of the reconstituted [[Dumbledore's Army]] led by [[Neville Longbottom]], [[Ginny Weasley]], and [[Luna Lovegood]]. He fought bravely in the [[Battle of Hogwarts]], where he was seen helping his fellow student [[Padma Patil]] in the [[Room of Requirement]] just before the final confrontation began.
=====Physical Appearance and Personality=====
[[Terry Boot]] is described in the novels as having a "prominent nose." As a [[Ravenclaw]], he embodies the house's traits of intelligence and curiosity. His questions during the first [[Dumbledore's Army]] meeting show an analytical and inquisitive mind, eager to understand the deeper aspects of powerful magic and significant events. His continued membership in the D.A. and his participation in the [[Battle of Hogwarts]] demonstrate his loyalty and courage.
=====Magical Abilities and Skills=====
As a dedicated member of [[Dumbledore's Army]], [[Terry Boot]] learned a variety of defensive spells from [[Harry Potter]], including charms, jinxes, and counter-curses. His ability to hold his own during the [[Battle of Hogwarts]] indicates a competent level of magical skill. No specific signature spells are attributed to him in the novels.
=====Relationships=====
[[Terry Boot]] was good friends with fellow [[Ravenclaw]]s [[Michael Corner]] and [[Anthony Goldstein]], and he was a loyal member of [[Dumbledore's Army]] alongside students from [[Gryffindor]], [[Hufflepuff]], and [[Ravenclaw]]. His altercation with [[Nott]] on the [[Hogwarts Express]] suggests a clear opposition to [[Slytherin]] students who aligned themselves with the [[Death Eaters]].
=====Etymology=====
  * **Boot:** An English and Dutch surname, commonly derived from an occupation related to making or selling boots, or from a nickname.
  * **Terry:** A name of English origin, derived from the Norman French name //Thierry//, which itself is a form of the Germanic name //Theodoric//, meaning "ruler of the people."
  * **Trevor:** A name of Welsh origin, derived from //tref// ("homestead," "village") and //mawr// ("large").
=====Behind the Scenes=====
The concept of the "Boot brothers" arises from an early, pre-publication list of students handwritten by [[J.K. Rowling]]. On this list, known as "The Original Forty," two students with the surname Boot are present:
  * **[[Terry Boot]]**, who was listed as a [[Ravenclaw]].
  * **Trevor Boot**, who was listed as a [[Hufflepuff]].
While Terry was included in the final manuscript of //Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone//, the character of Trevor was cut and does not appear in the published series. Therefore, Trevor Boot is not considered part of the official book canon. ([[J.K. Rowling]]'s early notes).
Additionally, some early American editions of //Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone// contained a typographical error, listing "Larry Boot" instead of "Terry Boot" during the Sorting Ceremony. This was corrected in later printings.