Why Even Voldemort Missed Snape’s Betrayal — And I Still Can’t Get Over It
The story would’ve ended differently if the Dark Lord suspected something wrong.
Honestly, I’ve always been fascinated by Snape’s story — one of the trickiest, most layered characters in Harry Potter. For all his coldness, there’s so much going on beneath the surface.
But what really blows my mind? How Voldemort, supposedly this genius dark wizard, never caught on to Snape playing him all along.
Here’s the thing — Snape wasn’t just any old spy. He was a master Occlumens, meaning he could shut down Voldemort’s mind reading like a pro.
But more than that, he didn’t just hide stuff; he fed Voldemort exactly what he wanted to see, no hesitation, no slip-ups. That’s some next-level wizardry right there.
Plus, Snape’s mental game was incredible. The guy kept his cool no matter what. He acted loyal — and not just pretending, but backing it up with real, convincing actions. Even killing Dumbledore, which should’ve blown his cover, somehow just made Voldemort trust him more.
To me, this shows that even the smartest villains can be outsmarted by sheer cunning and skill. Snape’s betrayal wasn’t just luck or coincidence — it was a masterclass in deception and loyalty all mixed up. Makes Voldemort’s downfall feel almost destined, doesn’t it?
