First off, these aren't spoilers. I DID NOT READ THE BOOK! My sisters next door reading it (got it 11:30, half hour before it was released :P) but I havent read a word of it These are well-educated (or not-so-well educated) guesses based on my knowledge. THEORY I. Concerning the identity of the half-blood prince. Possibilities mentioned: Neville, Ron: as far as I know neither is a mudblood Not mentioned: Harry: one he aint a mudblood, two that would be dumb Tom Riddle: hmm...this is my theory. mudblood, yes. seems to be a possibility Some random other person: probably more likely than riddle THEORY II. Concerning Dumbledore. Let's face it, he's a bit off his rocker. I wouldn't be surprised if he was associated with the dark side. my theory: death. no backing up for it however. THEORY III. Harry and _______ sitting in a tree... possibly Ginny...Cho, I really really doubt it. luna, nah not a developed enough character. THEORY IV. Snape too high risk position for DaDA position. my guess: a whole story we didnt know--snape was a SPY as a death eater, then left before it got too dangerous Well my sister will finish before I get it...but oh well. Good night