Famous wizards

Hengist of Woodcroft was an English wizard who lived in the Medieval ages. He is best known as the founder of the village of Hogsmeade in Scotland. Not only is Hogsmeade a famous weekend spot for all older Hogwarts students, but it is also the only all-wizarding village in the United Kingdom. The story goes that he was driven from his home by Muggle persecutors, so he decided to create a safe haven for the wizarding folk. It is believed he was sorted and toughed by Helga Hufflepuff herself. Also notably, he is featured on a Chocolate Frog Card and his bust can be found on the Fourth Floor Corridor of Hogwarts Castle. Grogan Stomp was a British wizard, who was a very popular and beloved Minister of Magic from 1811 to 1819. He was particularly interested in defying the nomenclature of beings and beasts in the Wizarding World thus ending a polarizing debate that had been going on since the fourteenth century. His work allowed many creatures newfound rights. Stomp was also responsible for forming three divisions within the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures: Being, Beast, as well as later Spirit Divisions. This work made him stand out in history and earned a place among other famous Hufflepuffs. 13. Artemisia Lufkin Artemisia Lufkin was another notable Hufflepuff Minister of Magic. She was in fact the first female Minister of Magic in history and she was elected twice, serving from 1798 to 1811. As Minister, she established the Department of Interna...

If you enjoy epic fantasy movies with magic and mysticism, you've probably encountered some powerful wizards. From Merlin in King Arthur to Dumbledore in the Harry Potter franchise, the genre has had its fair share of wizards. However, magic doesn't only exist in fiction because history has recorded tales of some famous wizards. Regardless of whether or not they lived, each wizard has their strengths and rise to fame. As a result, fans are naturally curious about who they are. Newt Scamander, Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort. Photo: @sprnswftie, @Dontcallmen1kk1, @choquei, @gawne_andrew (modified by author) Source: Twitter Famous wizards from history and fiction have a large following. Their abilities have elevated them above their peers, some protagonists and antagonists. If you enjoy magic or fan fiction, these magicians may interest you. However, who ranks first may be a matter of personal preference. 30 famous wizards in history 1. Alastor Moody – Harry Potter series Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody is holding a staff. Photo: @seximoody, @ProfessorAlastorMadEyeMoodySPHPTVS (modified by author) Source: Facebook Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody is one of the most famous wizards in movies, thanks to his abilities and skills. He was a pure-blood wizard, an Auror, and a member of the Order of the Phoenix. He was known for being neurotic and possessing a supernatural eye that allowed him to see through everything. When the Second Wizarding War began, Mad-Eye returned to the o...

Abe no Seimei Image from Adobe Stock An onmyouji from 10th century He also lived a very long time, dying at the age of 84 when most people died in their 30s, and managed to avoid coming down with any major diseases. This further helped Abe no Seimei’s reputation, as it served as evidence of his magical powers. After he died, Emperor Ichijou had the Seimei Shrine built in Kyoto to honor Abe no Seimei’s memory. The shrine still stands today, with Abe no Seimei having become the archetypal magician in Japanese folklore much like Merlin in the West. Albus Dumbledore Image from Wizarding World The headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Dumbledore has a major supporting role in the However, while Dumbledore initially appears as a wizard along the lines of Merlin or Gandalf, it’s later implied that he lived under the shadow of his past. This past later received elaboration in the Fantastic Beasts film series, a spin-off/prequel series based on the Harry Potter companion books. Ahzek Ahriman Image from Warhammer 40k Wiki Fandom Originating from Games Workshop’s Warhammer 40,000 franchise, Ahzek Ahriman belongs to the Thousand Sons Traitor Legion. A Chaos Sorcerer in service to the Chaos God of Change, Tzeentch, Ahriman’s most infamous act involved the spell called the Rubric of Ahriman. He crafted the spell to solve the problem of uncontrolled mutations destroying his legion, itself ironically a side-effect of their service to Tzeentch. The Rubric magnified the ...

‘You might belong in Hufflepuff, Where they are just and loyal, Those patient Hufflepuffs are true And unafraid of toil’ The Sorting Hat, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Helga Hufflepuff ‘Sweet Hufflepuff, from valley broad’ was one of the four founders of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Known for being kind and caring, and especially loved for her food-related charms. While the other founders prized daring and cunning, Helga reportedly welcomed all students, particularly hard workers. Bridget Wenlock A famous thirteenth-century witch celebrated for her skills in Arithmancy. Protective of her theorems, she wrote many of her ideas down in invisible ink making them somewhat easy to misplace. Bridget was the first to discover the magical significance of the number seven. Newt Scamander Magizoologist Newton Artemis Fido Scamander, or ‘Newt’ to his readers, was the author of trusted Hogwarts textbook Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Passionate about magical creatures from an early age, he travelled the world observing beasts and their behaviour in the wild. Pomona Sprout Head of Hufflepuff house, her hat may have been patched but there was nothing shabby about Professor Sprout’s knowledge of all things Herbology. From her greenhouse classroom she taught students how to handle dangerous plants like Mandrakes and Bubotubers. Cedric Diggory Cedric Diggory was Hufflepuff house’s Quidditch team captain and Seeker. In his sixth year at Hogwarts, he became...

‘Or perhaps in Slytherin You’ll make your real friends, Those cunning folk use any means To achieve their ends.’ The Sorting Hat, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Salazar Slytherin One of the four founders of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Slytherin prized resourcefulness and ambition in his students. He believed that the school should only teach Merlin Merlin himself was sorted into Slytherin when he was at Hogwarts, and the young wizard went on to become one of the most famous wizards in history. The Severus Snape As Phineas Nigellus Black Sirius Black’s great-great grandfather, Phineas Nigellus Black was the least popular of all Hogwarts headmasters. Possibly because he hated being a teacher and seemingly young people in general. Even after his death Phineas went on to advise future headmasters, albeit from his lofty position on their Tom Riddle The orphaned Tom Riddle found a home at Hogwarts and also a Dark purpose. A direct descendent of Salazar Slytherin, Riddle shared his forebear’s attitude on restricting magical learning to pure-bloods – despite having a Muggle father himself. As a teenager, he unlocked the Horace Slughorn Another Hogwarts Potions master, Horace Slughorn was Head of Slytherin house – twice. Lily Potter, Harry’s mother, was one of his most gifted students. Not one for the spotlight, but certainly one to name-drop, Horace enjoyed the reflected glory his ‘Slug Club’ favourites gave him. House Ghost: The Bloody Baron The Bloody B...

Wizards have been part of history for centuries. People like the Russian mystic Rasputin and Nicholas Flamel, the man who discovered the Philosopher’s Stone, are all said to have been real-life wizards from decades back. Tales of these sorcerers have found their way into modern pop culture, often via fantasy stories. Books, movies, TV shows, and other mediums have featured these spell-casting humans. Gandalf the Grey, Dr Strange, and Voldermort are just some of the fictional wizards to make an impact. Then you have famous wizards such as D avid Blaine and David Copperfield. While the term magician might be more apt, these illusionists are still worth mentioning in the conversation of famous wizards. Whatever you want to call them, all of these characters and famous people can be defined as wizards. We’ve compiled a list of the most powerful and well-known wizards throughout history and pop culture that is sure to leave you spellbound. 1. Harry Potter YouTube/Cartoon Network Asia Arguably the most famous wizard on this list comes from the mind of author JK Rowling. The Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, introduces young readers to Potter and his friendsHermione GrangerandRon Weasley. The books proved such a success that they were adapted into a film series. Daniel Radcliffe scored the coveted role of Harry, helping make the films a massive success and spawning several spinoff movies and books. 2. Merlin YouTube/Legendary Dreamer Edits The mythical ...

Hengist of Woodcroft was an English wizard who lived in the Medieval ages. He is best known as the founder of the village of Hogsmeade in Scotland. Not only is Hogsmeade a famous weekend spot for all older Hogwarts students, but it is also the only all-wizarding village in the United Kingdom. The story goes that he was driven from his home by Muggle persecutors, so he decided to create a safe haven for the wizarding folk. It is believed he was sorted and toughed by Helga Hufflepuff herself. Also notably, he is featured on a Chocolate Frog Card and his bust can be found on the Fourth Floor Corridor of Hogwarts Castle. Grogan Stomp was a British wizard, who was a very popular and beloved Minister of Magic from 1811 to 1819. He was particularly interested in defying the nomenclature of beings and beasts in the Wizarding World thus ending a polarizing debate that had been going on since the fourteenth century. His work allowed many creatures newfound rights. Stomp was also responsible for forming three divisions within the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures: Being, Beast, as well as later Spirit Divisions. This work made him stand out in history and earned a place among other famous Hufflepuffs. 13. Artemisia Lufkin Artemisia Lufkin was another notable Hufflepuff Minister of Magic. She was in fact the first female Minister of Magic in history and she was elected twice, serving from 1798 to 1811. As Minister, she established the Department of Interna...

Wizards have been part of history for centuries. People like the Russian mystic Rasputin and Nicholas Flamel, the man who discovered the Philosopher’s Stone, are all said to have been real-life wizards from decades back. Tales of these sorcerers have found their way into modern pop culture, often via fantasy stories. Books, movies, TV shows, and other mediums have featured these spell-casting humans. Gandalf the Grey, Dr Strange, and Voldermort are just some of the fictional wizards to make an impact. Then you have famous wizards such as D avid Blaine and David Copperfield. While the term magician might be more apt, these illusionists are still worth mentioning in the conversation of famous wizards. Whatever you want to call them, all of these characters and famous people can be defined as wizards. We’ve compiled a list of the most powerful and well-known wizards throughout history and pop culture that is sure to leave you spellbound. 1. Harry Potter YouTube/Cartoon Network Asia Arguably the most famous wizard on this list comes from the mind of author JK Rowling. The Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, introduces young readers to Potter and his friendsHermione GrangerandRon Weasley. The books proved such a success that they were adapted into a film series. Daniel Radcliffe scored the coveted role of Harry, helping make the films a massive success and spawning several spinoff movies and books. 2. Merlin YouTube/Legendary Dreamer Edits The mythical ...

‘Or perhaps in Slytherin You’ll make your real friends, Those cunning folk use any means To achieve their ends.’ The Sorting Hat, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Salazar Slytherin One of the four founders of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Slytherin prized resourcefulness and ambition in his students. He believed that the school should only teach Merlin Merlin himself was sorted into Slytherin when he was at Hogwarts, and the young wizard went on to become one of the most famous wizards in history. The Severus Snape As Phineas Nigellus Black Sirius Black’s great-great grandfather, Phineas Nigellus Black was the least popular of all Hogwarts headmasters. Possibly because he hated being a teacher and seemingly young people in general. Even after his death Phineas went on to advise future headmasters, albeit from his lofty position on their Tom Riddle The orphaned Tom Riddle found a home at Hogwarts and also a Dark purpose. A direct descendent of Salazar Slytherin, Riddle shared his forebear’s attitude on restricting magical learning to pure-bloods – despite having a Muggle father himself. As a teenager, he unlocked the Horace Slughorn Another Hogwarts Potions master, Horace Slughorn was Head of Slytherin house – twice. Lily Potter, Harry’s mother, was one of his most gifted students. Not one for the spotlight, but certainly one to name-drop, Horace enjoyed the reflected glory his ‘Slug Club’ favourites gave him. House Ghost: The Bloody Baron The Bloody B...

If you enjoy epic fantasy movies with magic and mysticism, you've probably encountered some powerful wizards. From Merlin in King Arthur to Dumbledore in the Harry Potter franchise, the genre has had its fair share of wizards. However, magic doesn't only exist in fiction because history has recorded tales of some famous wizards. Regardless of whether or not they lived, each wizard has their strengths and rise to fame. As a result, fans are naturally curious about who they are. Newt Scamander, Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort. Photo: @sprnswftie, @Dontcallmen1kk1, @choquei, @gawne_andrew (modified by author) Source: Twitter Famous wizards from history and fiction have a large following. Their abilities have elevated them above their peers, some protagonists and antagonists. If you enjoy magic or fan fiction, these magicians may interest you. However, who ranks first may be a matter of personal preference. 30 famous wizards in history 1. Alastor Moody – Harry Potter series Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody is holding a staff. Photo: @seximoody, @ProfessorAlastorMadEyeMoodySPHPTVS (modified by author) Source: Facebook Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody is one of the most famous wizards in movies, thanks to his abilities and skills. He was a pure-blood wizard, an Auror, and a member of the Order of the Phoenix. He was known for being neurotic and possessing a supernatural eye that allowed him to see through everything. When the Second Wizarding War began, Mad-Eye returned to the o...