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Sirius Black

Sirius Black
Actor or Voice Actor Gary Oldman
Demographic Information
(as of the character's first appearance)
Eye Color Gray Eyes
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When first introduced, he is an escaped Death Eater and mass murderer who betrayed the Potters' location to Voldemort and is apparently out to kill Harry. Of course, once he finally gets to Hogwarts, Hilarity Ensues until we find out who the real traitor was, and that Sirius is actually Harry's godfather. Remains in hiding for the next two books, making it difficult for him to take over legal guardianship. And then he dies.

  • Animorphism
  • Anti-Hero: Type III.
  • Badass Biker
  • Big Brother Mentor: He is actually Harry's godfather.
  • Byronic Hero
  • Chekhov's Gunman: He is name-dropped in the first book as the guy who lent Hagrid the flying motorbike he needed to get baby Harry to Privet Drive. Then he becomes a major player in the third book. And then the flying motorbike itself shows up in the seventh...
  • Clear My Name: He attempts to do this by capturing Wormtail. It's hinted in the sixth book that his death resulted in his innocence being proven.
  • Despair Event Horizon: Hits it the night James and Lily die. He eventually snaps out of it when he sees Wormtail's picture in the paper and realizes that Harry's in danger, giving him purpose again and the strength to escape Azkaban.
  • Estrogen Brigade Bait: Not so much his post-Azkaban self, but pre-Azkaban, his good looks are frequently mentioned.
  • Go Mad from the Revelation: His reaction of hysterical laughter to Pettigrew's betrayal and escape via display of hitherto unknown cunning and viciousness, leaving him unable to rationally defend himself against prosecution. The fact that he didn't get a trial couldn't have helped, either.
  • Hero with Bad Publicity: Up until his death, most of the wizarding community believes him to be a dangerous and violent mass murderer.
  • Heterosexual Life Partners: James, Remus, Sirius and James in their Hogwarts years count as this, but he and James were practically brothers, evidenced by how he was James's best man at his wedding.
  • Horrible Judge of Character: Twice over. Unbeknownst to anyone else, he had James and Lily make Peter Pettigrew their Secret-Keeper - thinking no one would ever suspect it and that Peter would never betray them. On top of that, Sirius didn't want the Secret-Keeper to be Lupin, as he suspected him of being Voldemort's spy.
  • Harry Potter, I Am Your Godfather: When Harry overheard McGonagall and Fudge talk about Sirius as well as that he was his godfather, he broke down and wanted to gain Revenge on Sirius for betraying not only his parents, but the parents that Sirius was supposedly friends to. However, it's also technically subverted in that Sirius, although still Harry's godfather, was also not only not that bad a person, but also not even the one responsible for betraying his parents.
  • I Have No Son: His parents disown him and burn his name off the family tree after he runs away. This was, admittedly, probably the reaction he was hoping for.
  • Hoist by His Own Petard
  • In the Blood: Subverted. Sirius was disowned from his family for being a "dirty Muggle lover who has no respect for tradition" (read: a decent human being), and ended up in Gryffindor, whereas every member of his close family was in Slytherin. However, he still has the arrogance of his family members.
  • Jerkass / Jerk with a Heart of Gold: In his youth, he was even more cruel than James was to students. As an adult, he mellows out some what, becoming a loving father-surrogate to Harry, but he's still incredibly antagonistic towards Snape and Kreacher.
  • Killed Off for Real
  • Madness Mantra: "He's at Hogwarts... he's at Hogwarts..." Subverted, in that it was the only thing that allowed him to become sane enough to escape the Dementors.
  • Meaningful Name: Sirius is a star commonly referred to as the "dog star." And, of course, he turns into a black dog.
  • Mentor Occupational Hazard
  • Miscarriage of Justice: Victimized hard by this.
  • Misunderstood Loner with a Heart of Gold
  • Mommy Issues
  • Papa Wolf: "Get away from my godson!"
  • Parental Substitute
  • Red Herring: For most of Book 3, the reader is led to believe that he is a mass murderer, a loyal Death Eater, and that he betrayed Harry's parents. In fact, it's actually Wormtail, not him.
  • Revenge: Part of his reason for breaking out of Azkaban is to get revenge on Wormtail, that and avenge Harry's parents.
  • Tall, Dark and Handsome
  • Tragic Hero
  • Tragic Mistake: His mistreatment of Kreacher eventually leads to a rare protagonistic Hoist by His Own Petard.
    • Harry also makes one that sets off the events that causes Sirius' death, by forgetting that he could have contacted Sirius by using the two-way mirror. Harry becomes painfully aware of this after the fact when he finds the mirror in the bottom of his trunk.
  • Troubled but Cute: Definitely was this in his younger years.
  • Undying Loyalty: He would give his life in an instant for his friends—Peter's cowardice being excuse for betraying the Potters enrages him. Even more awesome when you remember his animal form: dog.
  • The Unfavorite: As opposed to Regulus.
  • Unstoppable Rage: At Peter.
  • White Sheep: A good version of a Black Sheep, excusing the pun: He was the one of the only members of his family who was not a staunch blood supremacist, and he was a Gryffindor rather than a Slytherin to boot.
  • Younger Than They Look: Typical for an Azkaban convict.
  • You Killed My Father: Subverted. It is initially believed that Sirius Black was the one who betrayed Harry's parents to Voldemort, but it turns out that not only was he in fact not responsible for betraying them, he was actually framed by the person who supposedly tried to avenge them and died, Peter Pettigrew.

Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody

Alastor Moody
Mad-Eye
Debut Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Actor or Voice Actor Brendan Gleeson
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First introduced in Book Four, Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody is a retired Auror, with battle scars to prove it, who comes to teach at Hogwarts. It turns out he was the pawn in a major plan to help You-Know-Who come back—the Mad-Eye we've been seeing all year is actually a Death Eater under magical disguise—and the real Mad-Eye (who nonetheless acts identically to the imposter, as the Death Eater kept Moody locked in a trunk so he could question him) resumes the fight under the auspices of the Order of the Phoenix in the remaining books.

He is a leading member of the Order of the Phoenix and fights in several battles, but gets killed by Voldemort in the seventh book.

Nymphadora Tonks

Nymphadora Tonks
Tonks
Actor or Voice Actor Natalia Tena
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A young Auror with the distinction of being a Metamorphmagus. She can easily change her appearance at will, making her an invaluable member of the Order of the Phoenix.

Tonks: Don't call me Nymphadora!


Molly Weasley, née Prewett

Molly Weasley
Molly Prewett
Actor or Voice Actor Julie Walters
Demographic Information
(as of the character's first appearance)
Hair Color Fiery Redhead
Eye Color Brown Eyes
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Daughter of a clan of Aurors and older sister of Fabian and Gideon Prewett, two famous Aurors killed in the first war against Voldemort. Wife of Arthur Weasley and mother of Bill, Charlie, Percy, Fred, George, Ron and Ginny. She eventually grows into a maternal figure for Harry and, to a lesser extent, Hermione.

"Mrs. Weasley was marching across the yard, scattering chickens, and for a short, plump, kind-faced woman, it was remarkable how much she looked like a saber-toothed tiger."

  • Up to Eleven: She takes a page from Lucius' book in the eighth movie. She's throwing killing curses at Bellatrix and finally turns her to stone... before shattering her less than a second later. Ho-Lee hell, Molly.

Arthur Weasley

Arthur Weasley
Actor or Voice Actor Mark Williams
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Husband of Molly, and the father of Bill, Charlie, Percy, Fred, George, Ron and Ginny. He is discriminated against by other wizards for his poverty and his sympathy toward Muggles, but he is happy and his family love him all the same, even if they do not share his interest in Muggles. He works as a minor bureaucrat in the Ministry.


William Arthur "Bill" Weasley

William Arthur Weasley
Bill
Actor or Voice Actor Domnhall Gleeson
Demographic Information
(as of the character's first appearance)
Hair Color Redheaded Hero
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The eldest of the seven Weasley children, Bill works as a curse-breaker for Gringotts. He has long red hair and an ear-ring, giving him a rebellious look. He is actually a very understanding person, and takes Ron in for the brief period after Ron leaves Harry and Hermione. He meets Fleur, and they become engaged. Fleur does not mind Bill's disfigurement when he is attacked by Fenrir Greyback, and their wedding goes well. Bill, being a member of the Order, participates in the Battle of Hogwarts. In the future, he and Fleur have three children.

Charles "Charlie" Weasley

Charles Weasley
Charlie
Actor or Voice Actor Alex Crockford
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The second-eldest of the Weasley children, Charlie lives in Romania studying dragons. He takes care of Hagrid's dragon Norbert/Norberta when Hagrid is forced to give it away and brings in the dragons used in the first task of the Triwizard Tournament. As a member of the Order, his job is to recruit foreign wizards to the fight against Voldemort. He participates in the Battle of Hogwarts.

  • Aloof Big Brother
  • Asexuality: J. K. Rowling says Charlie is "more interested in dragons than women." He is the only surviving Weasley child to never marry or have children.
  • Fluffy Tamer
  • The Ghost: His exclusion from the films makes him this, since he is still mentioned several times and sometimes indirectly affects the plot.
  • Informed Ability: Mentioned as being the last very good Seeker Gryffindor had before Harry came along.

Fleur Delacour

Fleur Delacour
Actor or Voice Actor Clémence Poésy
Demographic Information
(as of the character's first appearance)
Hair Color Hair of Gold
Eye Color Blue Eyes
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A student of Beauxbatons and a Triwizard Champion, Fleur is a vain and high-maintenance quarter-Veela. However, she reveals herself to be a compassionate individual and loyal lover, and risks her life in the battle against Voldemort. She marries Bill Weasley. In the future, they have three children.

Aberforth Dumbledore

Aberforth Dumbledore
Actor or Voice Actor Jim McManus and Ciarán Hinds
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Albus Dumbledore's younger brother and the innkeeper of the Hog's Head in Hogsmeade. He has a strained relationship with his brother, whom he blames for the death of their sister Ariana.


Kingsley Shacklebolt

Kingsley Shacklebolt
Actor or Voice Actor George Harris
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John Major: I'm not getting rid of Kingsley Shacklebolt, if that's what you're suggesting! He's highly efficient, gets through twice the work of the rest of them-
Rufus Scrimgeour: That's because he's a wizard. A highly trained Auror, who has been assigned to you for your protection.

Kingsley Shacklebolt is a powerful, well-respected Auror who has joined the Order of the Phoenix. He uses his position to covertly fight evil, misdirecting the hunt for Sirius Black and modifying Marietta Edgecombe's memory to prevent her talking about Dumbledore's Army. He has protected the Muggle Prime Minister and Harry Potter on multiple occasions, and participates in the Battle of Hogwarts. After the battle, he becomes the Minister of Magic.

"We continue to hear truly inspirational stories of wizards and witches risking their own safety to protect Muggle friends and neighbours, often without the Muggles' knowledge. I'd like to appeal to all our listeners to emulate their example, perhaps by casting a Protective Charm over any Muggle dwellings in your street. Many lives could be saved if such simple measures are taken."
"I'd say that it's one short step from "wizards first" to "pure-bloods first", and then to "Death Eaters". We're all human, aren't we? Every human life is worth the same, and worth saving."

  • Wild Goose Chase: As leader of the search for Sirius Black in Order of the Phoenix, he deliberately sends the Ministry on one, telling them that Sirius has been spotted in Tibet.


James Potter

James Potter
Actor or Voice Actor Adrian Rawlins
Demographic Information
(as of the character's first appearance)
Eye Color Hazel Eyes
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Harry Potter's father, who was murdered by Voldemort before the series began. At Hogwarts, he, along with his friends Sirius Black, Remus Lupin and Peter Pettigrew, made up the Marauders, a group of prank-pulling troublemakers.

Lily Potter, née Evans

Lily Potter
Lily Evans
Actor or Voice Actor Geraldine Somerville
Demographic Information
(as of the character's first appearance)
Hair Color Fiery Redhead
Eye Color Green Eyes
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Harry Potter's mother, who was murdered by Voldemort and whose sacrifice for her son saved his life and started the events of the series.

  • Always with You: "Harry... Harry, you are loved. You are so loved. Daddy loves you. Mommy loves you. Harry, be strong. Be safe."
  • Badass: During the First War, she managed to escape Voldemort three times, before dying. Only three others, her husband included, ever managed this.
  • Death by Origin Story: Harry’s story didn’t have a happy beginning, unfortunately.
  • Give Geeks a Chance: According to Rowling, a romantic relationship may have in fact developed between Snape and Lily if he hadn't called her a mudblood and hung around Dark Wizards.
  • The Glorious War of Sisterly Rivalry: She actually loved her sister and was very sad when Petunia acted all cold towards her and called her a "freak" for going to Hogwarts. 11-year-old Lily didn't see how jealous and bitter her sister was because of their parents' favoritism towards Lily. They never reconciled.
  • Incorruptible Pure Pureness: She had the chance to join Voldemort, but she refused. And her love is potent enough to protect Harry from the killing curse.
  • Killed Off for Real: She was far from Voldemort’s first victim, too.
  • The Lost Lenore: To Snape, her Unlucky Childhood Friend.
  • Mama Bear: Protects her infant son with love so awesome it helps him escape certain death from beyond the grave.
  • The Messiah: Apparently, Harry inherited this trait from her. Her relationship with Snape is a good example: she, the clever, pretty object of the most popular boy in school's affections, was best friends with the poor, ugly, hot-tempered bully-magnet from her rival House. Yes, she eventually breaks up with him, but it's after years of watching him turn into a horrible person under the influence of Slytherin's junior Death Eaters, culminating in him calling her an unforgivable slur -- and it obviously breaks her heart to do it.
  • Morality Pet: As nice as Lily is, Harry brings out the best in her, and she is especially kind to him.
  • Parental Favoritism: Maybe. Petunia accuses her parents of such, but it's unclear how much of it is the truth and how much of it is just Petunia's jealousy and bitterness talking.
  • The Power of Love
  • Please, I Will Do Anything!: When It All Began
  • Posthumous Character
  • Significant Green-Eyed Redhead
  • Teen Genius
  • Tsundere: Possibly towards James. The biggest factor keeping James from getting involved with Lily in their youth was his Jerkass tendencies.
  • Tranquil Fury: After Snape calls her "Mudblood". She doesn't go into a berserk screaming fit of rage, but it's clear she's pissed off nonetheless.
  • What Beautiful Eyes!

Frank and Alice Longbottom

Frank Longbottom
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Alice Longbottom
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A description of the characters goes here.

  • The Ace: Possibly. By Dumbledore's own word, they were extremely popular, and the whole Wizarding world was enraged after their attack.
  • Badass: During the First War, they managed to escape Voldemort three times before being tortured into insanity. They could be arguably considered more Badass than most, as they were also Aurors and members of the Order, actively participating in the battle against Voldemort and the Death Eaters.
    • To wit, they suffered all the same fates as the Potters, but they didn't die. While they didn't get The Power of Love, they did prove to be too powerful to be killed.
  • Badass Family: Frank, Alice, Augusta and without doubt Neville. All of them grade-A asskickers.
  • Battle Couple
  • Driven to Madness: As a result of prolonged exposure to the Cruciatus Curse.
  • Fate Worse Than Death: And one of the, if not the, saddest fates dealt in the series.
  • Happily Married: That lasted for a tragically short time.
  • Trauma-Induced Amnesia: Their eventual fate, with the trauma coming from the combined Cruciatus Curses from the Lestranges and Barty Crouch Jr.

Arabella Figg

Arabella Figg
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