Who is it about? It is about Merlin! Maybe this little fact is only known to real Potterheads, but Merlin is indeed a character in the Harry Potter universe.
Merlin is known in British mythology as a wise wizard who is often associated with King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. He played a central role at court and helped Arthur establish his reign.
Merlin wields powerful spells, has incredible knowledge, and can predict events. Most of the time, he is depicted in stories as a mentor who helps young heroes on their journeys and advises them in difficult times.
In Harry Potter, Merlin is regarded as a significant wizard
What does he have to do with Harry Potter? It is said that he was taught by Salazar Slytherin himself and thus was in the same house as Voldemort You-know-who
. The statement from Pottermore that Merlin was a Slytherin student does not fit, according to harry-potter.fandom.com, with the Arthurian saga, which takes place around 500 AD. At that time, Hogwarts did not yet exist. However, it may also be the case that the original timeline was not strictly adhered to here.
What influence does he have on the story? In a time when the magical world and that of Muggles were still very much separated, Merlin had a vision that differed from that of his master. He believed that wizards should help Muggles and live peacefully alongside them. To realize this idea, he founded the “Order of Merlin” to advocate for Muggles. This order still exists, even in the time of Harry, Ron, and Hermione.
This organization also awards the same-named honor to witches and wizards who have made special contributions to the magical community or to the coexistence of wizards and Muggles.
Merlin is legendary
After his death, Merlin was honored with a chocolate frog card (trading card). In the Harry Potter
-universe, the phrase “By Merlin’s beard” is often heard. Players of Hogwarts Legacy also know the “Trials of Merlin,” which are necessary to complete the game 100%. Additionally, he is counted among the most powerful wizards in Harry Potter and mastered many spells, earning him the title of Prince of Magicians
. MeinMMO author Linda Baumgartl has ranked the 10 strongest Slytherins of all time and the legendary Merlin is included as well.
