[10], Minerva going over schedules with the sixth years in 1996, Minerva didn't return to Hogwarts until after the Battle of the Department of Mysteries. Harry was therefore again placed under the watchful eye and care of McGonagall. The troll was not there upon their entry, but a terrible racket from an upper floor provided a clue. Family members [21], When the Calamity made another surge near the end of the always much anticipated Inter-House Quidditch League and whisked away with among other things the Hogwarts Quidditch Cup, Minerva alerted the Ministry of Magic, which duly dispatched a member of the Statute of Secrecy Task Force to return them all. Minerva took a shine to Hermione Granger since the younger witch successfully transfigured a match into a needle early on in her first Transfiguration lesson, before any other student. You Might Also Like Our Other Harry Potter Characters. Professor McGonagall should've won the house cup every year. As a child, Minerva helped her mother conceal from her father the accidents and embarrassments the young witch's magic sometimes caused. This grief was enough to make her duel Voldemort head on in the final battle, alongside Horace Slughorn and Kingsley Shacklebolt, in order to protect the rest of her students. She become an Animagus - a complicated, long process- to further her study in this subject and enjoyed correcting articles in Transfiguration Today. On the other hand, Minerva had very little patience for the field of Divination, due to its impreciseness and rarity of true Seers.[6]. In the return of the Dark Lord, Hufflepuff student Cedric Diggory was carelessly murdered and a memorial feast was held at the end of the school year. Though these duties took up much of her time, Minerva would face even greater challenges at Hogwarts. McGonagall was one of the most serious professors at Hogwarts, and sometimes disapproved of Hagrid's behaviour, especially during the Sorting ceremony. During her seventh year, she was appointed Head Girl. She also was the older sister of Malcolm and Robert Jnr. Still, darker times lay ahead. She is extremely loyal to the Headmaster and to the school. Exclusive - Professor McGonagall Animagus | This item is non-returnable. Minerva pleaded with Dumbledore and Crouch to withdraw Harry from the tournament, as the tournament was highly dangerous. She would have resigned in protest because of this cowardly attack if the students' well-being was not placed as her priority. Illustration about Сute black cat witch with a magic wand in her paws, in a dark green cloak and a black hat. The confidences exchanged between the two intensely private and reserved characters were to form the basis of a lasting mutual esteem and friendship. Harry Potter Funko Pop! She was intensely furious at Fudge for this blunder, and severely shaken from having witnessed the unspeakably horrible act, screaming more than Harry had ever seen before. Minerva Mcgonagall 100gamesvictorfanficstories Wiki Fandom. 0 bids. With him dealt with, as they couldn't care less if he succeeded or failed, the staff turned their attention to the thing they never thought would happen; the permanent closure of Hogwarts. McGonagall comforting Harry after refusing to allow him to go to Hogsmeade. Title(s) Early next morning, Minerva went to tell McGregor she had changed her mind and could not marry him, aware that if she broke the International Statute of Secrecy and told him why, she would lose the job at the Ministry for which she was giving him up. She confessed the whole story to him, and he offered both comfort and wisdom; telling her some of his own family history, previously unknown to her. Fan Art Harry Potter. This meme shows a black cat sitting on a desk, comically referencing Professor McGonagall. Illustration about Сute black cat witch with a magic wand in her paws, in a dark green cloak and a black hat. When Umbridge invaded the career advising of the 5th-year students, Minerva finally lost her temper. students. However, she commented on his seemingly cowardly behaviour when he realised the castle was under attack, noting he should take his students and do so if he wished to leave. Also she didn't take any house points as Harry pointed out that term had not started yet when they took the car, which she confirmed and almost smiled at this remark. [6], In the autumn of 1994, Hogwarts hosted the magical schools, the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic and the Durmstrang Institute for the Triwizard Tournament. [15] Minerva had great faith in Dumbledore, placing great stock in the differences between him and Voldemort. Illustration of friendly, domestic, animal - 199376711. When Dolores Umbridge and several Aurors attempted to evict Hagrid from the grounds of Hogwarts, Minerva sought to intervene on behalf of her colleague. Peter Pettigrew: Rat. She was stuck on the level below Harry and Dumbledore and couldn't pass on the stairs to reach them, however, Snape could (as he had the Dark Mark) and pushed past her. She kept a close eye on Harry from time to time during his early childhood, as did the members of the Order of the Phoenix. [1], By this time, Minerva was shocked to learn from her oblivious mother (in the middle of a chatty letter of local news) that Dougal had married the daughter of another farmer. Thank you for your support! With Tenor, maker of GIF Keyboard, add popular Minerva Mcgonagall Cat animated GIFs to your conversations. The wand she selected was an unusual specimen, 9 and a half inches, fir and dragon heartstring. As she wasn't a Slytherin, Malfoy didn't respect her at all but was never foolish enough to make this clear in front of her. This meme shows a black cat sitting on a desk, comically referencing Professor McGonagall. They were eventually tortured into insanity by Bellatrix Lestrange. They both survived the war and still taught at Hogwarts. McGonagall was one of the few people who had a form registered. The timeline suggests that the character was forty-six when she and Dumbledore left Harry with the Dursleys, was fifty-five when Harry started Hogwarts, and sixty-two by the Battle of Hogwarts. Albus discovered his former student and colleague in tears in her classroom late that evening, and she confessed the whole story to him. She was quite critical of the Ministry of Magic's involvement at Hogwarts and was furious when Torquil Travers and a team of Aurors interrupted Dumbledore's Defence Against the Dark Arts lesson, protesting that this was "a school." By then, her parents lived on the outskirts of Caithness in the Scottish Highlands, in a village where mostly Muggles lived. [5] In her youth, Minerva was described to not be as beautiful as her mother, but she was still rather pretty according to her picture in that age. She tried to advise Harry on interfering in Albus and Scorpius's friendship, but he insisted on keeping them separated and blackmailed Minerva into using the Marauder's Map to keep them apart. It is a sweet reminder of how powerful and fun McGonagall could be. [10] Following the confrontation with the Death Eaters who had invaded Hogwarts at the time of Albus Dumbledore’s death, Minerva became a fully fledged member of the Order of the Phoenix, which was now, more than ever, seen as an outlaw organisation. Charging out of the castle, she shouted at the Aurors to leave Hagrid alone. Minerva and the parents tried to find them, but Moaning Myrtle reveals that they used a Time-Turner to save Cedric Diggory, much to Minerva's shock. Discover (and save!) Harry Potter was selected as a Triwizard Champion, despite being under age and McGonagall worried for his safety after having looked after him for so many years. Minerva fell head-over-heels in love with McGregor, being the first and only time in her life that she might have been said to lose her head. Physical information [to Professor McGonagall, who is a cat] Professor McGonagall : [transforms into a human] Good evening, Professor Dumbledore. What she saw horrified her; the Dursleys couldn't have been any less like Lily and James if they had tried. Tabby Cat[3] (registered)[6] The Marauders were four great friends: Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, Sirius Black and James Potter. [19], In 2008, Minerva gave Hermione Granger, who had since joined the Ministry and risen to a high-placed office in the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, permission for Dumbledore's old notes on The Tales of Beedle the Bard to be published as part of her new translation of the book. Indeed, she treated Umbridge with as little credence and respect as possible while Hogwarts was under investigation by the Ministry of Magic and even gave Peeves tips on how to unscrew a chandelier when he was trying to cause havoc for Umbridge. 9½", Fir, dragon heartstring[1] Pomona Sprout, her longtime friend and colleague. After Harry ran off to find someone to aid Katie, he bumped into Hagrid and led him back to the group. The McGonagalls' cat was a pet of the McGonagall family. When Harry arrived at Hogwarts, Minerva was naturally pleased that he was sorted into Gryffindor, her house and as he studied in Hogwarts. [8], Minerva fought skillfully in the first part of the battle, during which she could have sworn she saw one of the statues that usually flanks the school's Main Gates dive-bombing a cluster of Death Eaters. It is possible that she had the same opinion of the real Moody, but Moody might have been friendly with McGonagall afterwards. Flitwick fought alongside McGonagall in the the upstart of the Battle of Hogwarts. Albus discovered Minerva in tears in her classroom late one evening after she found out about Dougal McGregor's marriage with another woman. [16], As the war continued, Minerva remained at Hogwarts, even when it was taken over by Voldemort. It was returned to him later after having been declared safe. Minerva smiling at the Yule Ball, a rare occurrence, Minerva almost constantly exuded magnanimity and sternness, being held in great respect (and some fear) by nearly all students and staff. House: Gryffindor (c. 1937-44); Head of Gryffindor 1991-1998. See more ideas about harry potter, harry potter cosplay, maggie smith. However, her protests fell on deaf ears and she was forced to escort the students from the classroom. Minerva had no use for Sybill's subject, Divination, believing that Trelawney was a fraud. Only 20 left in stock - order soon. Animagus While their old Charms Master was used his past as an expert on martial magic to assist in the training of prospective Aurors, Minerva on her part became involved in the tutelage of Calamity Investigators wishing pursued a career as a Professor. In Harry's fifth year, Minerva promised Harry that she would do whatever she possibly could to see that he achieved his dream of becoming an Auror. This nearly exposed the wizarding world to Muggles, but Minerva was fairer than Snape, the one who brought the matter up in the first place. She was also the only person ever seen to produce three Patronus charms at once, which she additionally did non-verbally. Fantastic Beasts: Cases from the Wizarding World, The second opening of the Chamber of Secrets. She was also quite shaken and softened up, as when Harry and Ron tried to sneak off to investigate the matter but were caught by herself. [14], McGonagall and other members of staff discover the declaration, Later, Minerva was present for the re-opening of the Chamber of Secrets. [10] She also watched with some happiness when Peeves chased Umbridge from the school, commenting that she would've joined Peeves in chasing Dolores away in the school grounds, but Peeves had appropriated her walking stick. A cat is also what her Patronus takes the form of. Harry Potter Funko Pop! Ron thought she was very strict, however, he did see her good side on a number of occasions. Of course Professor McGonagall would hang out and do cat stuff with Mrs. Norris. Why is McGonagall a cat? [6], At the start of the year, when McGonagall demonstrated her Animagus form to her first class, she notes how quiet they were, as every class she demonstrated it to prior clapped. Instead of expelling him, which was Madam Hooch's stated punishment for anyone caught doing so, Minerva instead took him to see Oliver Wood, captain of the Gryffindor Quidditch team, to comment on his prodigious skill with the broom. She also had a personal relationship with Neville's grandmother, who raised him. Along on this endeavour was one of her former students and fellow Head of the Statute of Secrecy Task Force, Constance Pickering, who kept commenting and asking questions about each of the artefacts as they were retrieved, much to the dismay of the Headmistress. Her magical prowess allowed her to be the teacher of Transfiguration, a remarkably complex field of magic which she proved to be an expert in. Robert McGonagall Snr (father)[1]Isobel McGonagall (née Ross) (mother)[1]Malcolm McGonagall (brother)[1]Robert McGonagall Jnr (brother) †[1]Elphinstone Urquart (husband) †[1]Nieces and nephews[1]William McGonagall (possible paternal ancestor)[1]M. G. McGonagall (possible paternal relative)[1]Minerva (maternal great-grandmother)[1]Mr Ross (maternal grandfather)[1]Mrs Ross (maternal grandmother)[1] What fans may not know is that she is only one of seven Animagi who registered with the Ministry of Magic in the 20th century. Funko Harry Potter Professor McGonagall Pop Figure,Black 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,025. [14], The summer of 1993 also saw the escape of Sirius Black from Azkaban. No, seriously, aside from that, McGonagall is fiercely loyal, finely trained, and a ferocious opponent of the forces of evil. Loyalty Furthermore, Minerva had high regard and expectations of Percy Weasley, who was a Gryffindor prefect and Head Boy in his last year at Hogwarts. Wand She nearly smiled when Harry pointed out how she couldn't take House Points for Gryffindor as it was only the beginning of the year. She fought the Death Eaters and protected her students, proving her bravery. Despite their boisterous ways, at odds with Minerva's no-nonsense reputation, they seemed to have a good relationship with her. When forced to acknowledge Umbridge's presence, McGonagall treated her with a cold and harsh demeanour. 3.5 out of 5 stars 11 ratings. At least some content in this article is derived from information featured in Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery.As such, spoilers will be present within the article. McGonagall frequently seemed to expect more from Neville than he produced, starting with Neville's first day at Hogwarts when he ran out of a crowd after his toad. McGonagall and Hagrid fought against Death Eaters during the Battle of the Astronomy Tower and the Battle of Hogwarts. Department of Magical Law Enforcement employee[1]Professor of Transfiguration at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry[3]Head of the Transfiguration department[3] at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (-1998)Head of Gryffindor House[3] (pre 1975-1998)Deputy Headmistress of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry[3] (-1998)Headmistress of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry(1998- 2020[9] (or later)) Stock Photos; Professor Minerva McGonagall, (b.4 October, 1935) was a half-blood witch, the only daughter of Muggle Robert McGonagall and witch Isobel Ross.She was a registered Animagus who attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from 1947-1954 and was Sorted into Gryffindor House. [1], On Minerva's eleventh birthday, Minerva received her admittance letter from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, at the time headed by Professor Armando Dippet. As part of the Order of Phoenix's new resistance movement, Minerva fought in several battles of both wars, including the Battle of the Astronomy Tower and the Battle of Hogwarts, where she led the resistance against Lord Voldemort. She was very close to her Muggle father, whom in temperament she resembled more than her mother. He was taken aback at this and he fled, but later returned with reinforcements of students' parents and residents of Hogsmeade to help with the battle efforts. However, she proved him wrong when she defended the school against his army and, along with Kingsley Shacklebolt and Horace Slughorn, bravely duelled Voldemort himself during the second part of the Battle of Hogwarts. Vinyl collector’s guide with exclusives, rarities, new releases, checklist, availability, shop links, FAQ and more. [10], Hagrid was so disgusted by this attack that he attacked two of her attackers in an uncontrollable rage before fleeing, furiously denouncing them as cowards, while Madam Pomfrey said that it would be very difficult for Minerva to be hit in broad daylight. He and McGonagall were allies during the Battle of the Astronomy Tower and the Battle of Hogwarts, surviving the Second Wizarding War. Ron is appointed prefect by McGonagall in his fifth year after most likely being persuaded by Dumbledore, as he felt that Harry had enough responsibilities to deal with. After Snape killed Dumbledore, McGonagall was shocked and perhaps personally hurt to find her formerly-respected colleague a murderer and apparent traitor. She is also Head of Gryffindor House and Deputy Headmistress. She also (along with the other professors) reported that he was likeable, humble and talented. The title of this article is conjectural. Severus Snape, her colleague and former student. McGonagall had a good relationship with most members of the Order of the Phoenix. But withdrawing would go against the rules of the tournament and Potter had to continue on, as there was a binding magical contract in place. She also protected the students from Alecto and Amycus Carrow from 1997 until 1998. With both Carrow siblings now incapacitated, Minerva used the Imperius Curse to gain their wands, before she magically restrained and confined them to the Ravenclaw Common Room. [8], On 1 May 1998, Minerva was present when Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley returned to Hogwarts in the middle of the night in search of Rowena Ravenclaw's Diadem. When Pansy Parkinson suggested they take the deal offered to them by Voldemort — that of their lives in exchange for Harry Potter — Minerva ordered the cowardly girl and all those not willing to fight to leave. Lily Potter(née Evans), one of McGonagall's best students and an ally in the first Order of the Phoenix. Amycus then revealed that they had been warned that Harry might try to get into Ravenclaw Tower, to which Minerva responded with confusion as Harry was in her house, speaking of this with pride in her voice, before scanning the room. Minerva was called upon to fix the situation, but Leta ran from her and Minerva was forced to chase her around the school, all the while docking points (Minerva ended up docking a total of 200 points). It was only when she saw Harry Potter's body being carried by Hagrid that she began to despair, letting out a scream terrible to anyone who heard it, equal to that of Ron, Hermione, and Ginny's together. They would grow to understand one another through their shared hatred of Dolores Umbridge during the woman's tenure as Defence Against the Dark Arts Professor. McGonagall family[1] Physical information Professor Mcgonagall as Cat #66. He looked up to see Professor McGonagall in her animagus form. Widowed (as of 1985) This also displayed her own distaste for racial prejudice and sadism. Shortly prior to the Battle of Hogwarts, Amycus Carrow - who, along with his sister Alecto, had been posted at the school by Voldemort - demanded to know where Harry was in the Tower and McGonagall asked why he would be there as he belonged in her house, with clear pride in her voice. Feb 21, 2017 - This Pin was discovered by Joy Ray Ro Knol. Minerva and Draco established a cordial relationship, as she accepted Draco's son into Hogwarts and treated him just as she would every student despite whatever dark feelings she may had towards Draco for his misdeeds, being utterly appealed at Harry's request that she help Albus and Scorpius stay apart. After he had graduated and then returned as the Potions master, he and McGonagall became colleagues. When Amycus spat on McGonagall's face, Harry Potter got very angry and hit him with the Cruciatus Curse. Later in the year, Minerva was summoned to Gryffindor Tower when Ron Weasley claimed to have been attacked by Black. Harry Potter raised his hand. On the other hand, Minerva had no liking for Gilderoy Lockhart whatsoever, the D.A.D.A professor before Lupin. Though it rarely happened, Minerva showed a temper that could reveal itself on occasions when she was angry or flustered. Thus, for the first time in years, McGonagall's house was the current house cup champions. Peter Pettigrew was able to turn into a grey rat. However, she was quick to praise his performance and assure he was tended to in the First Task and helped him train for the Third Task by lending her room. Among them was Filius Flitwick. *Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Fandom will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. She was thus present, along with Rubeus Hagrid, when Dumbledore placed Harry on the Dursleys' doorstep, despite her objections to leaving him with these Muggles, whom she considered to be the "worst kind" of them. Over the Christmas period, she attended the Christmas feast and received a kiss on the cheek from a very drunk Hagrid; rather than admonish him, she instead giggled while blushing red in the face. Despite this, Minerva was among the most efficient, gifted employees in the Department of Magical Law Enforcement and became fond of her much older boss, Elphinstone Urquart.