Parseltongue: Because he carried a piece of Voldemort's soul within himself, Harry was able to speak

and understand Parseltongue from 1981 to 1998. After that soul fragment was destroyed, Harry
seemingly lost this ability. However, in 2020, Harry had somehow regained the ability to speak
Parseltongue again, although it was possible he never lost to begin with or that the ability simply
became temporarily suppressed after the Horcrux was destroyed.

Insight into Voldemort's mind: Also due to the piece of Voldemort's soul, Harry was able to look into
Voldemort's mind and see through his senses from time to time. He sometimes used this ability to
monitor what Voldemort was doing. However, it was a dangerous ability to have as well; Voldemort
once used it, along with Legilimency, to plant a false vision in Harry's mind of Sirius Black being tortured,
which he used to lure Harry to the Department of Mysteries.[125] Additionally, because of their
connection, Harry felt a burning pain in his scar whenever he and Voldemort were in close proximity or
whenever Voldemort felt strong negative emotions. Harry lost this ability as well when the soul
fragment within him was destroyed. Harry also possessed a non-magical insight into Voldemort's mind
from the information Dumbledore shared with him during their lessons. This insight allowed Harry to
figure out that a Horcrux was stored at Gringotts Wizarding Bank after which Ron and Hermoine noted
Harry's understanding of Voldemort causing to Harry admit that he did understand parts of Voldemort.

Master of Death: Harry mastered all three Deathly Hallows and accepted his own death.[46] First, he
inherited the Cloak of Invisibility from his father, James. Then, he inherited the Resurrection Stone from
Dumbledore, which was inside a snitch. Finally, he won the Elder Wand from Draco Malfoy during the
Skirmish at Malfoy Manor. All three were directly or indirectly employed by Harry in the Forbidden
Forest: he was wearing the Cloak, using the Stone, and was preparing to be killed by the Wand, which he
had already won.[126] The only Hallow he choose to keep was the cloak as it was a priceless family
heirloom; the stone was lost in the forest and the wand returned to Dumbledore's tomb.[106]

"He had even exceeded expectations at Potions!"

—Harry reviewing his O.W.L. result[src]

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Harry brewing a N.E.W.T.-level potion

Potions: Although Harry's strong dislike for Snape made Potions the subject he was worst at, it was later
on shown that Harry had no problem with potions with Slughorn as his teacher,[113][115] showing that
he had indeed inherited Lily's talent in potions to some extent. This was also shown when Snape did not
pester him about his brewing a reasonably adequate Strengthening Solution and Harry even concocted
an Invigoration Draught good enough that he would have earned an Exceeds Expectations had
Hermione not vanished it. Indeed, he achieved an 'Exceeds Expectations'[81] on his O.W.L. exam —
proof of his proficiency in the subject and was one of only twelve students able to reach the required
level to take N.E.W.T. potions.[12] His great success during his sixth year was only after he came into
possession of the Half-Blood Prince's copy of Advanced Potion-Making which contained revised
instructions from the Half-Blood Prince (Severus Snape). Using that textbook, Harry gained the position
of best in class, surpassing even Hermione's efforts. However, after he had to hide the Prince's book,
Harry was still able to do a decent enough job at potion-making that Slughorn's suspicions were not
raised. It was probable that he improved his Potions ability during his Auror career, at least becoming
proficient enough in Poisons and Antidotes as required.

"I was pleased with your Transfiguration mark, Potter, very pleased."

—Professor McGonagall complimenting Harry's O.W.L. result[src]

Transfiguration: Harry achieved an 'Exceeds Expectations'[81] on his O.W.L. exam, showing proficiency
in the subject and advanced to N.E.W.T.-level. He was able to perform Conjuration, an advanced type of
Transfiguration. Harry demonstrated this at various points by conjuring ropes,[127][128] water,[129]
and fire.[130] He could also vanish objects, which is one of the most complicated spells taught at
Ordinary Wizarding Level. In 1996, Harry vanished the whole of an iguana[115] and in 1997 a snake that
crossed his path. He was also skilled in Transforming Spells; for example he could cast the Avifors
Spell.[131] Harry was also skilled enough to perform Human Transfiguration, which is noted to be
"immensely difficult". He accomplished this during a 1996 Transfiguration lesson, were he succeeded in
turning his eyebrow bright yellow.[14] Minerva McGonagall herself complimented him on his talents in
transfiguration.[12]

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Harry casting a Shield Charm during the Battle of Hogwarts

Charms: Harry achieved an 'Exceeds Expectations'[81] on his O.W.L. exam and advanced to N.E.W.T.-
level. He proved to be particularly talented in this subject. Harry frequently used the Summoning Charm
successfully, would occasionally cast the protective enchantments that Hermione used during the
Horcrux hunt[23][132], and was able to cast the Confundus Charm.[122] He displayed an impressive
mastery of the Shield Charm, surpassing that of many Ministry employees:[133] his Shield Charms were
so powerful that they were able to deflect curses from Lord Voldemort himself.[106] During the Battle
of the Seven Potters, he was able to levitate a side-car with himself in it for a long stretch of time. He
could also cast simpler charms such as the Wand-Lighting Charm, Levitation Charm, Colour Change
Charm, Banishing Charm, Refilling Charm, Freezing Charm,[134] and various others. Under the teaching
of Remus Lupin, Harry was able to conjure an extremely powerful corporeal stag Patronus in his third
year. This was a remarkable feat and yet another proof of his talent, given that many adult witches and
wizards are often unable to cast this extremely difficult charm successfully.[88] As an Auror, Harry
displayed the ability to use Charms in combat, especially incapacitating ones, using Obscuro and
Brachiabindo when duelling Draco.

"Impressive. A true Patronus at that age... very impressive indeed."

—Amelia Bones impressed by Harry's ability to conjure a corporeal Patronus[src]

Healing magic: Harry was able to effectively cast healing spells. He could perform the Reparifors spell in
his third year. After he saw Nymphadora Tonks perform Episkey on his own broken nose he fixed
Demelza Robins' broken lip in 1996 with the same spell, which is used to treat mild to moderate
injuries.[135] He could also perform the healing spell for clearing up dried blood from a bleeding
wound.[70]

Apparition: Harry had not earned a licence to apparate, but he used the ability frequently during 1997
and 1998 to great success, even when forced to apparate with only a few seconds' notice or while
guiding others.[46] He also used apparition in his sixth year to a very impressive degree, to get himself
and a weakened Albus Dumbledore over an incredibly vast distance even though he was
inexperienced.[136]

"Harry waves his wand and the papers and books transform into neat piles. "

—Harry using nonverbal magic to straighten his work space[src]

Nonverbal magic: During 1997 and 1998, Harry began using spells nonverbally and became quite
proficient at it when Snape was not harassing him.[46] On July 31, 1997 Harry was able to light a lamb in
the Weasley's sitting room with no words and a flick of his wand.[137] As an adult, Harry displays the
ability to consciously use nonverbal magic; shown when he straightened his work-space with the simple
wave of his wand.[138] He also demonstrated the use of nonverbal magic during his church duel with
Delphini, the two were mercilessly firing spells at each other.

Wandless magic: In 1995 when Dementors attacked in Little Whinging, Dudley had knocked Harry's
wand out of his hand when he punched him moments before. In desperation, Harry called out "Lumos!"
Although his wand was not in his hand, the wand tip lit up.[139] When enraged he was able to inflate
Aunt Marge without a wand, possibly though unconscious use of an Inflating Charm. Few other wizards
have exhibited this power, although Dumbledore and Voldemort were among them. This further
testifies to Harry's skill, as only some of the most powerful wizards of his time were able to do so.

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Harry and Buckbeak, first lesson of Care of Magical Creatures

Care of Magical Creatures: Harry achieved an 'Exceeds Expectations'[81] on his O.W.L. exam and has
shown on more than one occasion to have good skill in handling numerous sorts of magical creatures.
For example, he was the first in his class to tame a hippogriff, which he did very excellently.[140] He
befriended the hippogriff, to such an extent that Buckbeak defended him when he was in danger. Harry
has also shown on three occasions that he is quite competent at dealing with dragons. This is shown
when he was able to help Hagrid take care of baby Norbert the dragon, outsmart the Hungarian Horntail
in the Triwizard Tournament, and tame a half-blind dragon into helping the trio escape Gringotts by
flying out on its back. He was also one of very few in his class who was able to see Thestrals, and had no
trouble mounting his in June 1996. Harry was also good with House-elves, befriending the house-elf
Dobby and eventually freeing him. This act of kindness made the little elf so loyal to him that he gave his
life to save him.[108] He also earned the respect and loyalty of Kreacher, a very difficult task.

Herbology: Harry attended N.E.W.T. Herbology classes. He achieved an 'Exceeds Expectations'[81] on his
O.W.L. exam, showing aptitude in the subject. In 1998, Harry was able to recognise a Snargaluff plant at
the Lovegood House and knew to gave it a wide berth of space.[141] He also had knowledge of plants
such as: Devil's Snare, Gillyweed, Venomous Tentacula, and Fanged Geranium from hands on
experience. He could cast plant-related spells such as the Fire-Making Spell[142], Severing Charm and
the Herbivicus Charm.

Astronomy: Though not excellent at Astronomy, Harry was able to pass his O.W.L. exam with an
'Acceptable'.[81] Although it was stated that he didn't finish his exam. This was due to the fact that he
was distracted by Dolores Umbridge's attempt to arrest Hagrid, during the time the exam was being
taken. It is not known if he was able to advance to the N.E.W.T class or not, seeing as he did not apply
for advancement.

Wand versatility: Harry was able to use Hermione's wand after his was broken during the Attack at
Godric's Hollow in 1997. He was able to use spells such as: the Wand-Lighting Charm, the Shield Charm,
and the Severing Charm at full strength, despite not having won the wand's allegiance.[19] He also
gained the allegiance of Draco Malfoy's wand, the Elder Wand, and quite possibly Voldemort's wand by
defeating the previous masters.

Deduction: Harry was a formidably talented investigator. While in school, he and his friends had a knack
for solving difficult mysteries and discovering the truth despite all attempts by others to conceal it.
Hermione generally finding the background information, while Harry put the pieces together to make a
coherent picture. In his first year, Harry uncovered the truth about the Philosopher's Stone and saved it
from Voldemort. Over the next six years, he would solve the mystery of the Chamber of Secrets,[143]
find the truth about the prophecy, and hunt down and destroy all of Voldemort's Horcruxes using his
amazing deductive skills. Harry's deductive skills also allowed him to uncover the mystery of the Deathly
Hallows.[99] He discovered that he mastered the three of them, when even Ron and Hermione were
initially sceptical of their existence. Harry also had a knack for spotting things that others did not, and
had a sharp eye for details. He was able to tell that Luna Lovegood had not been home in weeks by the
state of her room,[144] and he became suspicious when Dobby revealed that he had known that Harry
was not getting any letters in 1992. His intelligence also allowed him to intuitively know that Draco
Malfoy had been branded with the Dark Mark despite no solid proof, that Malfoy was using the Room of
Requirement as a work shop, and that he was having Crabbe and Goyle use Polyjuice Potion in order to
disguise themselves as girls while keeping watch outside the room.[145]

"And you feel that you have exerted your very best efforts in this matter, do you? That you have
exercised all of your considerable ingenuity? "

—Comment regarding Harry's resourcefulness[src]

Resourcefulness: Harry showed resourcefulness in many different situations. In his first year he
impersonated the Bloody Baron. Harry did this in order to warn Peeves to stay away from the third floor
that night so he wouldn't inconvenience the trio on their quest to save the Philosopher's Stone.[146] In
his second year, when encountering Professor McGonagall after hours, he lied and said that he and Ron
were on their way to see Hermione in the hospital wing.[147] Also in his second year, he used a basilisk
fang to destroy Riddle's Diary.[148] In his fifth year, while under interrogation from Umbridge, he
relayed a coded message to Snape. He did this in an attempt to warn Snape and by extension the Order,
that Voldemort had Sirius. In the same year, while surrounded by Death Eaters Harry came up with the
plan to smash the shelves in the Hall of Prophecy. This was a distraction so that he and the D.A. could try
and escape. During the hunt for Horcruxes, he used the Godric Gryffindor's Sword as a way of retrieving
Helga Hufflepuff's cup from the mounds of burning treasure and used a half-blind dragon as a means to
escape from Gringotts Wizarding Bank.[122] Harry was also cunning enough that the Sorting Hat heavily
considered Sorting him into Slytherin house.[61]

"It is a curious thing, Harry, but perhaps those who are best suited to power are those who have never
sought it. Those who, like you, have leadership thrust upon them, and take up the mantle because they
must, and find to their own surprise that they wear it well."

—Harry's outstanding leadership skills[src]

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Harry, leader and teacher of Dumbledore's Army

Leadership: While Harry never deliberately set out to be a leader to others, he had often taken charge
when the situation required it. This began with his impulsive decision to find and warn Hermione about
the presence of a troll in the school during the 1991 Hallowe'en feast. It progressed to the point where
over thirty students, some of them in their sixth and seventh years — respect him as a teacher in
Dumbledore's Army, despite his being younger than they were.[149] Dumbledore later noted that Harry
was a superior leader to him. Dumbledore had deliberately sought power in his youth, and subsequently
avoided anything more demanding than his role as Hogwarts headmaster — while Harry had leadership
thrust upon. Harry accepted the burden of command, acknowledging his responsibilities towards those
who "followed" him. He did this regardless of how uncomfortable he might feel about the prospect and
coordinating his efforts against his enemies well, when left with no other option but to take control.[20]
Harry's natural talents later served the rest of the wizarding community of Great Britain. In 2007 he was
promoted to the Head of the Auror Office at age 26 and was later made the Head of Magical Law
Enforcement.[150] His promotion to these positions of power at relatively young ages demonstrate
Harry's natural talent as a commander.

Indomitable will: Harry appears to possess an unbreakable spirit and though not above depression, he
has never truly given up on any mission. He's been shown to rise from defeat and loss, such as the
deaths of many loved ones, even stronger than before. Harry's indomitable will is exemplified by his
ability to resist the Imperius Curse. It is also exemplified by the fact that he had never begged for mercy
(even in life-and-death situations), he would fought back in defiance of himself, as well as perform non-
verbal spells flawlessly.[46] His inability to perform Occlumency (despite possessing the required
willpower) is due to his inability to keep his emotions under control.

"You're a r-really good teacher, you know. I've never been able to Stun anything before."

—Cho Chang regarding Harry's teaching ability[src]

Teaching: Harry has shown tremendous skill in teaching others. Having mastered many spells at a young
age, Harry successfully passed them onto others even when he was still a student himself. He would give
proper instructions and corrections on how to perform many fields of magic, ranging from the relatively
simplistic Disarming Charm to the highly advanced Patronus Charm.[116] Harry's effectiveness as a
teacher led many, some even older than him, to choose him over the Ministry-installed professional
Dolores Umbridge. He even returned to Hogwarts to give occasional Defence Against the Dark Arts
lectures. He kept his teaching aptitude in his later years and successfully instructed the members of the
Statute of Secrecy Task Force in the use of several formidable spells.

Possessions

"He's been left a house?"

—Vernon Dursley regarding Harry's inheritance[src]

Potter Legacy: When Harry's parents were murdered by Lord Voldemort, they left behind a small
fortune in Vault 687 of Gringotts Wizarding Bank. This inheritance became Harry's source of funding for
all his Hogwarts textbooks, wizarding clothes, and other expenses.

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Harry's first wand: 11", holly, and phoenix feather

Wand: As is the case with most wizards and witches, Harry's wand is among his most valued magical
possessions. His wand is made of holly, a wood with the powers to repel evil.[151] The wand is in
deliberate contrast to the wand of Lord Voldemort, which is yew: a wood with the powers of evil.
Harry's wand shared a twin core with Voldemort's wand, as both contained phoenix feathers from the
same phoenix, Fawkes. Harry's wand broke in 1997 during a skirmish with Nagini in Bathilda Bagshot's
house due to a stray spell cast by Hermione Granger. Later he used the Elder Wand to repair it.

Draco Malfoy's wand: In 1998 Harry won the hawthorn wand's allegiance after overpowering Draco
Malfoy during the Skirmish at Malfoy Manor. This wand was carried by him for the remainder of the
Second Wizarding War; seeing action in the break-in at Gringotts, as well as during the final climactic
Battle of Hogwarts. It is unknown what happened to the wand after Harry repaired his wand.

Photo album: In June of 1992 Hagrid gave this album as a gift to Harry. The album contained pictures of
his parents, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and himself.

"We've decided that your need is greater than ours."

—Fred and George giving Harry the Marauder's Map[src]

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The Marauder's Map

Marauder's Map: One of Harry's most treasured possessions. In his third year, Fred Weasley and George
Weasley gave it to Harry while he was trying to sneak into Hogsmeade. It was confiscated by Remus
Lupin, but later returned when Lupin quit his job. Harry kept it with him for a long period of time,
keeping it in the mokeskin wallet he had gotten from Hagrid, until it was finally stolen from his desk by
his son, James.

Cloak of Invisibility: Another valued and useful possession is Harry's Cloak of Invisibility. In his first year
at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, he received it as an anonymous Christmas gift. He later
learned the gift came from Albus Dumbledore, who obtained it in turn from Harry's father, James Potter.
It was later revealed to be a family heirloom as well as one of the three Deathly Hallows. From this Harry
realises he is a direct descendant of Ignotus Peverell, one of the three brothers who created the Deathly
Hallows. Harry later gave the Cloak to his eldest son, James Sirius.

Hedwig: Harry's animal companion, Hedwig was vitally helpful in delivering messages and packages for
Harry, especially while Sirius was in hiding from the Ministry. Hedwig loved Harry dearly, showing signs
by nibbling his ear or fingers, and loyally obeyed his every command (even pecking Ron and Hermione
until they answer back). Harry loved her as much as she loved him. Hedwig was killed during the Battle
of the Seven Potters by a stray Killing Curse that was most likely meant for Hagrid. Harry was overcome
with grief over Hedwig's death.

Deathly Hallows

The Deathly Hallows (left to right): Cloak of Invisibility, Resurrection Stone, and the Elder Wand

Deathly Hallows: For a brief time, Harry was master of all three Deathly Hallows: the Cloak of Invisibility,
the Resurrection Stone, and the Elder Wand (though he was not in physical possession of the Elder
Wand until after losing the Resurrection Stone). These three artefacts are the most powerful magical
items in all of the wizarding world and were so ancient that they were only the subject of fairy tales.
When Harry lost the Resurrection Stone inside the Forbidden Forest, he decided to leave it there. Harry
also interred the Elder Wand in Albus Dumbledore's grave, so the power of the wand would be
extinguished after Harry's eventual death. However, the portrait of Dumbledore that hangs in the
Headmaster's office advised Harry to keep the Invisibility cloak, since it was his father's.

"It belongs to Harry! It chose him, he was the one who found it, it came to him out of the Sorting Hat —"

—Hermione arguing with Rufus Scrimgeour, regarding the ownership of the Sword of Gryffindor[src]

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Sword of Gryffindor

Godric Gryffindor's Sword: A relic of the founder of Harry's house, the goblin-made sword of Godric
Gryffindor was left to Harry by his former Headmaster Albus Dumbledore in his will. However, the
Ministry of Magic claimed that it was not Dumbledore's to give, and that it truly belonged to Hogwarts.
Although the Ministry confiscated a replica of the sword, the true sword found its way into Harry's
possession still through the machinations of Severus Snape. Soon after, Ron Weasley used it to destroy
Slytherin's Locket, one of Voldemort's Horcruxes. Harry lost the sword to Griphook when he, Ron and
Hermione Granger stole Hufflepuff's Cup from the Lestrange Vault at Gringotts. However, the sword
reappeared in the hands of Neville Longbottom during the Battle of Hogwarts; he used it to kill Nagini,
and thus destroyed the last of the Horcruxes. Neville was seen sitting beside the sword after the battle,
but it is likely that it was returned to Hogwarts as a relic of the Founders, along with the remains of the
other Founders' relics.
Enchanted knife: This magical knife, with the power to open most mechanical locks and magical seals
and which Harry received for Christmas from Sirius Black, was melted when Harry tried it on a locked
door at the Department of Mysteries. The protective enchantments on the door were far stronger than
the magic of the enchanted knife.

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A Firebolt, his second broom and a Christmas gift

Firebolt: During Harry's third year at Hogwarts, the Nimbus 2000 broomstick he'd been riding since his
first year was destroyed by the Whomping Willow, and Sirius Black replaced it by giving Harry the finest
broom available as an anonymous gift. The broom was one of Harry's most prized possessions for years.
It was lost during the Battle of the Seven Potters. It is not known if Harry ever recovered or replaced it.

Nimbus 2000: This broomstick was gifted to him from Professor McGonagall after agreeing to join the
Gryffindor Quidditch team in 1991. He used it during his first and second years at Hogwarts. In his third
year it blew into the Whomping Willow and was smashed to bits, breaking it beyond repair.

Communication mirror: Harry also owns one in a pair of two-way mirrors, given to him by his godfather
Sirius Black. The mirror was intended to be a means covert communication, but Harry broke it out of
anger over Sirius' death. Harry did not realise the mirror could still work, although he kept a shard out of
sentimentality. When Harry and several friends are captured at Malfoy Manor, at the time being used as
a headquarters for Voldemort, Harry used the shard of mirror to communicate with Aberforth
Dumbledore, who had the other mirror. Aberforth sent Dobby to rescue Harry and the other prisoners.

Schoolbag: A schoolbag was used by Harry Potter to carry around textbooks, quills, and other items
throughout his six years attending Hogwarts. It is possible that this bag was used even in his Muggle
education before attending Hogwarts.

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Harry wearing a Weasley jumper

Weasley jumpers: Harry received a homemade jumper every Christmas from Mrs Weasley. His were said
to be much more extravagant, as Mrs Weasley "made much more effort" when her presents were not
made for actual family members. The known jumpers he has include an emerald green one, a scarlet
one, a green one with a Hungarian Horntail on the front, and one with a Golden Snitch on the front.

Sneakoscope: Hermione Granger gave Harry a Sneakoscope as a gift for his seventeenth birthday at
breakfast, the trio would later take it on their hunt for Horcruxes.

Alarm clock: In the summer of 1991, Harry found and repaired the alarm clock and in the summer of
1996, this alarm clock ticked on Harry's windowsill as he slept on the night that Albus Dumbledore came
to collect him.
Golden Snitch: This Snitch was caught by Harry during the 1991-1992 school year. It was later left to him
in Albus Dumbledore's will, to posthumously ensure that Marvolo Gaunt's Ring would be safely
delivered to him.

"Harry took off his watch, which he was only wearing out of habit, as it didn't work anymore, and stuffed
it into his pocket."

—Harry takes off his watch before a lesson about nifflers[src]

Watch: This watch was used by Harry until it was destroyed in the Second Task of the Triwizard
Tournament, since it was not waterproof and by May of 1995, he had discarded the watch entirely.

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Harry Potter's dress robes at the Yule Ball

Dress robes: Harry wore dress robes to the Yule Ball for the 1994 Triwizard Tournament, they were
bottle green that matched his eyes. He also wore dress robes to Bill and Fleur's wedding in 1997. He also
wore a set of dress robes to Slughorn's Christmas Party in 1996.

Fabian Prewett's watch: Molly Weasley gave Harry the watch of her late brother Fabian Prewett for his
seventeenth birthday. It has a dent in it, but Harry kept the watch, even into his thirties. The watch does
not have arms; rather, it has stars.

Mokeskin pouch: A birthday present from Hagrid. Harry kept it with him throughout the Deathly
Hallows, and kept in it his treasures that were of no use to his search; the Snitch, the broken mirror, his
broken wand, his mother's letter and the fake Horcrux. Harry also received a photo album, from Hagrid,
which had photos of his parents and other family members.

Rucksack: This rucksack was owned by Harry during the 1997-1998 school year. He packed it with
everything he felt he would need during the hunt for Horcruxes. He almost lost it during the Battle of
the Seven Potters, but managed to keep hold of it.

Enchanted razor: In 1997, Harry received an enchanted razor on his seventeenth birthday from Bill
Weasley and Fleur Delacour. It is not known whether he used it at any point or if he still owns it.

Practical Defensive Magic and Its Use Against the Dark Arts: This book had moving colour illustrations of
all the counter-jinxes and hexes it described. Harry received a set of these books in 1995 as a Christmas
present from Sirius Black and Remus Lupin. Harry planned to put them to good use in his lessons for
Dumbledore's Army.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Harry owned a copy of this book, as was mandatory for any
student of Hogwarts studying Care of Magical Creatures. He shared it with Ron Weasley after the latter
lost his. The trio doodled and wrote messages to each other throughout the book.

Flying with the Cannons: Harry received a copy of this from Ron Weasley in 1992 as a Christmas
present.[152]
Quidditch Teams of Britain and Ireland: Hermione Granger gave this book to Harry in 1994, as a
Christmas gift.

Twelve Fail-Safe Ways to Charm Witches: This book is a sophomoric manual on dating and flirting with
girls. A copy was given to Harry on his seventeenth birthday from Ron Weasley. Harry speculated that
there might be an entire chapter devoted to compliments.

Notebook: This notebook was owned by Harry from at least 1997. It was used to keep his notes and
other writings, such as things he wanted to remember.

Toy broomstick: this was a gift to him from Sirius Black, it was the first broomstick he had ridden. It's
unknown what happened to it after the 1981 attack at Godric's Hollow.

Car: This car was used by Harry to drive his family to King's Cross Station on 1 September, 2017. On
Platform 9¾, Ron Weasley asked Harry if he had parked the vehicle alright, then told him he had
managed to park his own car.

Family home: Sometime following the war, Harry acquired his own house and raised his three children
there alongside his wife, Ginny. This can be assumed due to Harry denying James' request to have Teddy
move in with them in exchange for sharing a room with his younger brother. Harry replied that he would
only allow the two Potter brothers to share a room when "[he wanted] the house demolished."

After Sirius Black died, all of his remaining possessions were passed along to Harry. This included:
Kreacher

"As you can see, Harry, Kreacher is showing a certain reluctance to pass into your ownership."

—Albus Dumbledore confirming that Harry now owns the Black estate[src]

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12 Grimmauld Place, London

Black inheritance: Located at 12 Grimmauld Place, it and all the contents and furnishings of the house,
including Kreacher (the family house-elf) became Harry's. Mundungus Fletcher would later try to steal
many of Harry's inherited possessions, including Slytherin's Locket. Harry also inherited the remainder of
Sirius' wealth in wizard's gold at Gringotts. Since Sirius was disowned at the age of sixteen, it is likely
that this wealth was limited to the gold left to him by his uncle Alphard Black. However, that is open to
debate because although Sirius Black was disinherited by his family, he ended up inheriting the 12
Grimmauld Place after their death, which might lead us to believe in the existence of forms of
inheritance from his family other than what his uncle left him.

Motorbike: As one of Sirius's possessions, it was left to Harry, presumably in his will. Despite the severe
damage done to it in the Battle of the Seven Potters, Arthur Weasley managed to repair the bike and
returned it to Harry.[153] Harry presumably learned to ride it sometime after the war. Given the ease
with which he learned to fly a broomstick, ride animals such as hippogriffs and thestrals, and even a
dragon, Harry likely learned how to ride with very little trouble at all.
Relationships

Main article: Harry Potter's relationships

Throughout his life, Harry has had many relationships with a variety of people. Because of his
upbringing, he had few connections in his early years, the only people he truly interacted with being the
abusive Dursleys. With his introduction to the wizarding world, this changed and he built connections
with many of the residents of the magical community, both good and bad. His strongest relationships
are with: his parents, his children, Hermione Granger, the Weasley family, Sirius Black, Hedwig, Dobby,
Albus Dumbledore, Rubeus Hagrid, Minerva McGonagall, Remus Lupin, Neville Longbottom, Luna
Lovegood and Teddy Lupin.

Etymology

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Harry Potter in his dormitory with Hedwig

Harry is the Middle English form of the name Henry, derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, from
the words heim, meaning "home", and ric, meaning "power, ruler". It has been a very popular name in
the English-speaking world for centuries. Harry can also be a diminutive form of the name Harold, from
the Old English name Hereweald, meaning "leader of the army". It has been the name of five kings of
Norway, three kings of Denmark, and two kings of England.[154][155] In an interview J. K. Rowling
stated that 'Harry' had always been one of her favourite boy's names and that if her daughter had been
a son she would have named him 'Harry', although then she would have to have come up with a
different name for the books as it "would have been too cruel to name him after my own son".[156]

James is derived from the same Hebrew name as Jacob, meaning “holds the heel” (in the Genesis
narrative, Jacob was born grasping Esau′s heel and later bought his birthright). The name came into
English language from the French variation of the Late Latin name Iacomus, a dialect variant of Iacobus,
from the New Testament Greek Ἰάκωβος (Iakōbos), from Hebrew word ‫( יעקב‬Yaʻaqov). James is Harry's
middle name, James was the name of his father and is also the name of his first son.

Potter is a very common surname of English origin.[157] It traditionally refers to the occupation of
making pottery. Beatrix Potter was a well-known English children's author. Potter's Field is the name for
a burial ground for the unknown or unclaimed dead, particularly soldiers and orphans; the Potter family
had many members that fit that description. The Potter Box is a model for making ethical decisions
developed at Harvard University. J. K. Rowling has also commented that she has liked the name since
childhood, as a family that had lived near her carried this surname.[156][158] The last name "Potter"
was also carried by the first successful magician in 1811 in America named Richard Potter[159] whom
also happened to be African-American, the land that was bought by the magician and where Potter lived
was called "Potter Place".[160]
Behind the scenes

"There are quite a few real Harry Potters out there. So far I have heard of a newborn baby who actually
has Harry's full name (Harry James Potter), a barrister in London, a grandfather who was very pleased
that he had become cool in his grandchildren's eyes, a soldier who died in the second world war (I was
sent a picture of his tombstone) and a clockmaker who worked in London in the last century."

—J. K. Rowling regarding the name Harry James Potter[src]

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Harry as he appears on Pottermore

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Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter

Harry is portrayed by British actor Daniel Radcliffe in the film adaptations of Harry Potter and the
Philosopher's Stone, Chamber of Secrets, Prisoner of Azkaban, Goblet of Fire, Order of the Phoenix, Half-
Blood Prince and Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Part 2 and so is one of the 14 characters to appear in all 8
film adaptations. By the time Deathly Hallows: Part 2 was released, Radcliffe had played the role for ten
years consecutively.

The first actor to be cast as Harry was actually American actor Liam Aiken, but he lost the part the next
day, allegedly because he wasn't British.

Harry is portrayed by British actor Jamie Parker in the original West End production of Harry Potter and
the Cursed Child.[161]

Interestingly, Harry and Ginny share the same star sign: Leo, also the sign of their house, Gryffindor. J. K.
Rowling and Daniel Radcliffe, too, share the same star sign.

Harry's first friends were Rubeus Hagrid and Ronald Weasley. Interestingly, both had names that start
with the letter "R".

Several undisclosed theories suggest that, as per the prophecy, Voldemort was the only one capable of
killing Harry. Meaning that, with Voldemort dead, Harry cannot be killed, though he can presumably still
die of natural causes. Still, in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Harry was killed by Lord Voldemort in an
alternate universe,

Several times throughout Cursed Child, Harry has been called "savior of the wizarding world", it is
unknown whether this is a given title or an alias that has been given to Harry in his older age. Although,
this places Harry higher in respect than Dumbledore, in his defeat of an internationally wanted wizard.

Daniel Radcliffe never provided voice-acting for any of the Harry Potter video games. Harry is instead
voiced by Joe Sowerbutts in the Philosopher's Stone video game, Tom Attenborough in the Chamber of
Secrets video game, both Tom Attenborough and Harry Robinson in the Prisoner of Azkaban video
game, Daniel Larner in the Goblet of Fire video game, both Daniel Larner and Adam Sopp in the Order of
the Phoenix video game, and again by Adam Sopp in the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Deathly Hallows:
Part 2 video games.

In the whole Harry Potter series, Harry has only called Draco Malfoy by just his first name two times.

The first time was when they were in detention in the Forbidden Forest in their first year.

The second and last time he called Draco Malfoy by his first name was during the final duel with
Voldemort in the Great Hall, when Harry talked about the mastery of the Elder wand. He said that
Voldemort wasn't the master of the Elder Wand, Draco was.

Harry is right-handed. He tells this to Mr Ollivander in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. He is
also seen writing with this hand throughout the film series.

He often describes various parts of his anatomy as feeling like lead.

In the films, Harry is shown to wear the colour blue in nearly all his clothing. It could possibly connect
with the symbolic meanings of the colour to be that of; trust, wisdom, loyalty, confidence, intelligence,
faith, truth and heaven. These particular attributes are significantly linked to Harry's personality
throughout the series.

Josh Herdman plays Harry when he is disguised as Gregory Goyle in Chamber of Secrets, as does David
O'Hara when he is disguised as Albert Runcorn in Deathly Hallows: Part 1. The Saunders Triplets play
Harry as an infant in Philosopher's Stone and Toby Papworth plays Harry as an infant in Harry Potter and
the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.

In a deleted scene of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, when he is disguised as Albert
Runcorn, Harry calls Arthur Weasley by his first name. This is the only time Harry does this.

Daniel Radcliffe and Harry were both born in July — Harry on the 31st and Daniel on the 23rd.

Harry has green eyes, but in the films he has blue eyes. This is due to the fact that Daniel Radcliffe was
allergic to the contact lenses. Radcliffe also has brown hair, as opposed to Harry's black hair, and also
has a strong physical body, rather than the slim frame Harry is described as having. However Harry is
only described as having an uncommonly 'slim' frame in the earlier instalments, so it is possible that he
bulked out a little into a lean frame as he matured.

Harry's birthday of 31 July is also the birthday of Harry Potter author, J. K. Rowling, and actor Richard
Griffiths who played Harry's Uncle Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter films.

In the Mirror of Erised, Harry saw his family, a lot of people with untidy black hair, his own noses,
mouths and knees. However, he also saw some people with almond-shaped green eyes, which could
indicate that he saw his Muggle family as well, even though he did not see the Dursley family.

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Harry as portrayed in Deathly Hallows book art

In the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry is seen practising Lumos
Maxima under the covers in his bedroom, but Harry does not get a letter from the Improper Use of
Magic Office even though he is under-age, however, judging by the book he is reading, his reason for
doing so is most likely for homework. In the book he is simply using a torch while writing his homework
for History of Magic.

While Harry repeatedly states Hermione is the best student in his year in all classes, he has beaten her in
two of the three Defence Against the Dark Arts exams they had together, with Hermione only beating
him in their first year exam. In addition, J. K. Rowling has said that Harry could have beaten Hermione in
a magical duel halfway through Prisoner of Azkaban.[162] Part of this can be put down to Professor
Lupin's way of teaching, as it seemed to help bring out Harry's own talent at the subject. It is probably
more accurate to say that Hermione is the best student in every subject but DADA, in which Harry is
strongest; hence, in Harry's mind she is the best student overall.

Harry's niece and nephew, Rose and Hugo, have some of the same heritage of Harry. A Muggle-born
mother, Lily and Hermione, and a pure-blood father, James and Ron. This makes Rose, Hugo and Harry
all half-bloods.

Throughout the films, Harry's hair grows longer and longer (the longest point was in Goblet of Fire) until
it was cut for Order of the Phoenix. It has since grown to about the same length as it was for Prisoner of
Azkaban.

In the films, Harry's scar is off-centre on his forehead; this was apparently done at J. K. Rowling's
request: because of the books' artwork, many fans believe the scar is in the centre of his head. But it is
never explicitly mentioned where the scar is located. On all the U.S. book covers (illustrations), the scar
on Harry's forehead is located in the centre. The same is definitely true of the last two U.K. instalments;
however, on early U.K. book covers, Harry's scar tends to appear slightly off-centre. It is somewhat hard
to tell on most of these covers, as Harry's face is only visible in profile. However, on the U.K. cover of
Chamber of Secrets, Harry's scar is decidedly off-centre. It is perhaps of this book that Rowling was
thinking.

The Marauders believed they discovered more secret places than anyone else in the history of
Hogwarts. This is not necessarily true, as unlike Harry and Tom Riddle, they did not discover the
Chamber of Secrets or the Room of Requirement. However, as they discovered an untold number of
secret passages and hidden rooms, they did discover more numerous secrets than Riddle or Harry, just
not the same ones.

In Harry, A History, Rowling discussed how Steve Kloves suspected that something might happen
between Harry and Hermione in Deathly Hallows. She replied: "I had always planned that Harry's true
soul mate, which I stand by, is Ginny, and that Ron and Hermione have this combative but mutual
attraction. They will always bicker, there will always be rough edges there, but they are pulled together,
each has something the other needs. [Kloves] felt a certain pull between them at that point. And I think
he's right. There are moments when Harry and Hermione touch, which are charged moments. One when
she touches his hair as he sits on the hilltop reading about Dumbledore and Grindelwald, and two the
moment when they walk out of the graveyard with their arms around each other. Now the fact is that
Hermione shares moments with Harry that Ron will never be able to participate in. He walked out. She
shared something very intense with Harry. So I think it could have gone that way".[163]
In a interview Rowling says when Harry faced Voldemort in the forest and didn't defend himself that she
never saw like a scientific equation and that Harry wasn't guaranteed to survive, there has to be space,
to make Harry truly heroic, for free will. It has to be his choice. The whole thing's his choice. He chooses
to sacrifice himself just as Lily chose to sacrifice herself. He chooses to pull himself back to life, and
that's his own will and courage. So ultimately, those things, all of them were more important than the
magic.[164]

The only person Harry ever considered killing by use of curse was Sirius Black and possibly Bellatrix
Lestrange, ironically to avenge Sirius. It is, however, unclear if Harry knew how to cast the Avada
Kedavra curse since he was not taught the Unforgivable Curses until his fourth year. Furthermore, when
Harry found out that Peter Pettigrew was the one who had betrayed his parents to Voldemort, he did
not want Sirius and Remus Lupin to kill Pettigrew in revenge. Even during the Battle of Hogwarts, in
which Harry defeated Lord Voldemort, Harry did not do so by use of any curse intended to do harm to
his opponent, but rather he used his "trademark", Expelliarmus. Harry finished Voldemort by reflecting a
curse Harry would never use on another, even his mortal enemy. This suggests the love, which is "the
power the Dark Lord knows not..." makes it difficult for Harry to kill. Even during the Battle of the Seven
Potters, Harry illustrated his unwillingness to kill Death Eaters. During that battle the Death Eaters were
masked at the time, he could not know who was a willing follower and who was a controlled drone.
However in the example with Voldemort, Harry knew Voldemort's Killing Curse would backfire, so rather
than use the same curse which would make him look somewhat bad, he instead decided to use the
Disarming Charm to gain possession of the wand.

Harry usually has the last line in every Harry Potter film. Though it could be debatable on whether he
has the last line of the second film since the closed captions say that Dean said, "Yes!", so he may have
had the last line.