As Seamus' control of his powers grew, so too did his reputation. He was soon known as the Goldfinger, a name given to him by the students at Hogwarts. The name quickly spread throughout the magical world, and soon Seamus was a celebrity. One day, during a Quidditch match, Seamus used his powers to create a massive explosion in the middle of the pitch. The explosion shook the stands and sent a shockwave through the crowd. The Ministry of Magic immediately took notice of this and soon realized that Seamus had the potential to be incredibly dangerous. They decided to send an agent to Hogwarts to investigate and determine if Seamus should be kept under watch.