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Magic (Harry Potter)
In the ''Harry Potter'' books, magic is depicted as a natural force, one that can be used to override the usual laws of nature while still being approached entirely scientifically. Many magical creatures exist in the series, as do ordinary creatures which exhibit some magical properties . Objects, too, can be enhanced or imbued with magical power. The small percentage of humans that are able to perform magic are referred to as witches and wizards, in contrast to the non-magical muggles. More »
Horcrux
A Horcrux is a magical object in the fictional ''Harry Potter'' series by J.K. Rowling. The first example of such an object was introduced in the second novel of the series, ''Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets'', although the concept of the Horcrux was only explained in the sixth novel, ''Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince''. Horcruxes are expected to play a large part in the last book, ''Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows''. More »
Magical objects in Harry Potter
In the ''Harry Potter'' series, many magical objects exist for the use of the characters. More »
Spells in Harry Potter
In the magical world of the ''Harry Potter'' series of fictional novels by J. K. Rowling, many things are accomplished through the use of magical spells by the characters. A more general discussion of spells, and similar magic, in the world of J. K. Rowling, can be found in the article ''Magic (Harry Potter)''. This article is about spells that are specifically mentioned and/or demonstrated in the novels, or other writings of J. K. Rowling, as opposed to non-canonical spells which appear... More »
Potions in Harry Potter
''"Veritaserum" redirects here. For the Harry Potter website, see Veritaserum (website)'' A variety of potions are discussed in the fictional ''Harry Potter'' series of novels by J.K. Rowling. Potions are brewed in a cauldron from magical ingredients. This results in liquids that can be made to have any kind of effect on the drinker from strength enhancement to immunity to flames. According to former Potions Professor Severus Snape, with potions one can "bewitch the mind, ensnare the senses... More »
Money in Harry Potter
In the ''Harry Potter'' series of novels by J. K. Rowling, a fictional system of currency is used by the wizards of the United Kingdom. It is based on three types of coin. In order of decreasing value, they are: the gold Galleon, the silver Sickle, and the bronze Knut. Wizarding banks provide moneychanging services for those with Muggle cash. The coin values are all prime and may be arbitrary, possibly a parody of the British monetary system before it was decimalised. More »
Unforgivable Curses
:''Cruciatus redirects here. For the ligaments in the knee, see Cruciate ligament.'' The Unforgivable Curses are some of the most powerful Dark Arts spells known in the fictional world of Harry Potter. Commonly used by the villains, such as Lord Voldemort and the Death Eaters, their use inspires horror and great fear amongst others. The curses are so named because their use is - except by Ministry of Magic authorisation - forbidden and literally unforgivable in the Wizarding World. More »
Patronus Charm
In the ''Harry Potter'' fantasy novels by J. K. Rowling, a Patronus is an insubstantial animal form protector created by the advanced Patronus Charm spell, and one way to defend against Dementors and certain other dark creatures. More »
Tom Riddle's diary
Tom Riddle's diary is a fictional magical object that appears in ''Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets''. Harry Potter and Ron Weasley find the diary in Moaning Myrtle's bathroom and Harry becomes convinced that the diary, with its seemingly blank pages, is not all that it appears. He eventually discovers that to work the diary one writes in it, and Tom Riddle, a student at Hogwarts fifty years ago, writes back. More »
Broomsticks in Harry Potter
In the fictional universe of the ''Harry Potter'' series, created by author J. K. Rowling, magical flying broomsticks are one of the most popular forms of transportation for wizards and witches, as well as used for magical games like Quidditch. A complete culture exists for them, as does for cars in the real world. First year students at Hogwarts are not supposed to be allowed to have a broom with them at school, though the rule is bent for Harry Potter so he can play for his house Quidditch... More »
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