The tapestry looked immensely old; it was faded and looked as though doxies had gnawed it in places; nevertheless, the golden thread with which it was embroidered still glinted brightly enough to show them a sprawling family tree dating back (as far as Harry could tell) to the Middle Ages. Large words at the very top of the tapestry read: THE NOBLE AND MOST ANCIENT HOUSE OF BLACK “TOUJOURS PUR” “You’re not on here!” said Harry, after scanning the bottom of the tree.

