Why Draco deserves a redemption arc?

One of the biggest reasons why Draco deserved a redemption arc too is simply that many fans felt he deserved one. While this doesn’t mean that Snape’s arc would even need to change or go away, it would mean that Draco could have been more obviously redeemed.

Why Snape didn’t deserve a redemption arc?

Some fans believe that Snape earned redemption because he loved Lily. Instead, Snape changes sides because Voldemort killed Lily. Snape’s feelings for Lily in the past or throughout his life later are not equivalent to redemption. His actions during her life and after her death are not those of a good or reformed man.

Why is Draco so eager to take his father’s place?

Draco is eager to take his father’s place and finally prove he is special, just like he was told his whole life. His time at Hogwarts proved otherwise, adding to his insecurities, but this was his moment, his time to shine. Draco is, once again, blissfully ignorant of what he just signed up for.

How well do you know Draco Malfoy?

For those who do not remember, Draco Malfoy was the only child of Lucius and Narcissa Malfoy. He was told he was exceptional as a pure-blooded wizard and a Malfoy. He was told the Dark Lord’s return meant wealth and fame for his family and he was destined to become his father.

What was Draco Malfoy’s relationship with his father Lucius like?

When Draco wanted to be on the Quidditch team, Lucius made that happen. It seems, at least to me, Draco’s relationship with his father was strictly superficial. Lucius often shared his sentiments about Voldemort with his son, creating a false narrative, a future Draco expected that would never come.

Why can’t Draco use the Unforgivable Curses?

To use the unforgivable curses is to have mal intent, intent to harm and kill, which Draco does not have. Later, when confronted with his task to kill Dumbledore, Draco is unable to do it. Dumbledore retorts, “You are no assassin,” to which Draco replies, “How do you know what I am?