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Minerva McGonagall, a formidable witch with a strict demeanor, is known for her dedication to her students and her unwavering loyalty to Hogwarts. Born to a Muggle father and a witch mother, McGonagall grew up understanding both worlds but always held a strong commitment to the magical realm. During the events of Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery ...
- The Warrior/Hero (Also The Orphan): Harry Potter
- The Jester/Trickster: Fred and George Weasley
- The Friendly Beast: Hedwig
- The Ruler: Cornelius Fudge
- The Caregiver: Molly Weasley
- The Shadow/Villain: Voldemort
- Threshold Guardians: The Dursley Family/The Death Eaters
- The Herald/Child/Mentor: Hagrid
- The Mentor/Sage: Albus Dumbledore
- The Mentor/Outlaw: Sirius Black
In a typical Hero/Shadow pairing, the Hero faces seemingly insurmountable odds because the Shadow is better equipped and just as motivated. This is certainly true of Harry Potter, who starts his Hero's Journey an orphan child living in a closet with a scar and no training. Harry has no knowledge of his past and is already targeted for assassination...
The entirety of the Weasely family becomes embroiled in the fight against Voldemort early in the series. In reality, all of them could be considered Allies - those who help the Hero in their quest - but Ron's older twin brothers play another role during the stories set at Hogwarts as well. The Jester or Trickster is often the comic relief. They mak...
Fans could probably argue that there are numerous species outside of wizards that Harry meets on his journey who could fill this role. The Friendly Beast is often a non-human creature who helps lead the Hero in their quest. While Hedwig doesn't speak, she does provide Harry with some of his first steps into the world of wizards. She's Hagrid's gift...
The role of The Ruler is exactly what the name implies: an authority figure that holds sway over other characters. The Ruler can be either a help or a hindrance to the Hero on their journey, but they often find themselves out of touch with the reality of their situation. Cornelius Fudge, the Minister of Magicfor much of Harry's formative years is j...
Those familiar with classic archetypes in literature might also reference The Caregiver as The Good Mother, but a Caregiver doesn't have to be a mother, or even a woman, to fill this specific role. It's someone who helps to provide structure in the Hero's life, someone who helps care for them but doesn't necessarily go on their journey with them. R...
A common thread among well-defined villains is that they are often meaningfully connected to the hero, and it's very much the case with Harry and Voldemort. Their wand-cores each come from tail feathers of Dumbledore's phoenix, Fawkes (and they both in their own ways die and resurrect like phoenixes themselves). They share a magical connection thro...
The function of Threshold Guardians is to thwart the progress of the hero, though they aren't always serious obstacles. The Dursleys are quite abusive toward Harry, especially early on in the series. But as Harry gains confidence, the Dursleys get their comic comeuppance (more than once) and we get the satisfaction of feeling karmic balance in the ...
Herald characters typically appear at the beginning of the hero's journey as part of what Campbell calls the "Call to Adventure." Hagrid liberates Harry from the Durselys at the beginning of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, informs Harry of his true wizard nature and origins, and acts as a mentor for the first few chapters (at least until Har...
One of the richest mentor characters in the history of middle-grade fiction must be Albus Dumbledore, whose steady guiding hand is a powerful argument for the premise mentioned above. When all the wizards around him refuse to speak Voldemort's name in favor of the much darker "He who must not be named," Dumbledore counsels Harry to do differently, ...
Harry's Godfather, Sirius, is the main Mentor for Harry's inner journey because he emotionally connects Harry to his dead parents. Dumbledore helps Harry navigate his actions, while Sirius helps Harry navigate his feelings. Sirius also represents the outlaw archetype in a very literal sense, having broken out from Azkaban prison and spending much o...
Mar 23, 2016 · Dumbledore plays a part in Harry’s story, but he directs that story to meet his own ends. So, in the end, Dumbledore doesn’t teach Harry to rely on his own strengths, but rather to rely on his loyalty to Dumbledore and the power he holds. When taken at face value, Dumbledore is the classic mentor, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find ...
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- Albus Dumbledore: The Wise Leader. Albus Dumbledore, the headmaster, is more than just a leader; he’s a guiding light in the complex world of magic. His wisdom is not just academic; it’s deeply rooted in understanding human nature and the complexities of good and evil.
- Minerva McGonagall: The Strict but Fair Mentor. Professor McGonagall, with her stern demeanor and strict rules, might seem intimidating at first. But beneath that tough exterior lies a heart deeply committed to her students’ well-being and growth.
- Severus Snape: The Misunderstood Genius. Severus Snape, often seen as the antagonist in Harry’s story, is a character whose wisdom is hidden beneath layers of complexity and pain.
- Remus Lupin: The Compassionate Educator. Remus Lupin brings a unique perspective to his role as a professor. His personal struggles with being a werewolf add depth to his understanding of discrimination and hardship.
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- Kingsley Shacklebolt. After the turmoil and bloodshed that was the 2nd Wizarding War, a strong and steady hand was needed to oversee not only the recovery but also the reform of the Ministry of Magic.
- Hermione Granger. While not much is known about Hermione Granger's tenure as Minister for Magic, which is technically ongoing according to the lore, it is easy to imagine her thriving given the fact she is perfectly suited to the role of a political leader.
- Millicent Bagnold. Millicent Bagnold was the Minister for Magic during Voldemort's first reign of terror, and while she was not directly responsible for his downfall, she did an excellent job in the aftermath of the war by swiftly and lawfully punishing those responsible.
- Rufus Scrimgeour. Rufus Scrimgeour had one of the toughest tasks ahead of him as Minister for Magic when he stepped into the shoes vacated by Cornelius Fudge.
Mar 27, 2022 · Mrs Arabella Doreen Figg is a Squib (non-magical person who has at least one magical parent) and a member of the Order of the Phoenix who is tasked with watching over Harry during his youth. The ...
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Jun 15, 2024 · At the beginning of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, after Hogwarts letters start raining through the Dursleys' chimney, Uncle Vernon takes Harry and the family far away, to a shack in the middle of the sea, where he believes the letters can't reach them. He's willing to do anything and go anywhere to stop Harry from going to Hogwarts and becoming a magical “freak” like his parents.
