Lord Voldemort

About

Lord Voldemort, born Tom Marvolo Riddle, is the central antagonist in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. He is known for his immense power and ruthless ambition, inspiring fear throughout the wizarding world. His backstory reveals a complex character who grew up in an orphanage, unaware of his magical heritage until he was discovered by Albus Dumbledore. At Hogwarts, he excelled academically but was drawn to the Dark Arts, eventually becoming the most powerful dark wizard of all time. Voldemort's primary goal is immortality, achieved through the creation of Horcruxes—magical objects containing fragments of his soul. He leads the Death Eaters, a group dedicated to establishing pure-blood dominance. His inability to understand love or empathy stems from his conception under a love potion, making him incapable of forming meaningful relationships. His legacy is marked by terror and violence, earning him the monikers "He Who Must Not Be Named" and "The Dark Lord." His arch-nemesis, Harry Potter, ultimately thwarts his plans, leading to his downfall.