Draco Malfoy

Student from a pure-blood noble family and Harry's rival

From the pure-blood Malfoy family, belongs to Slytherin house at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. One of Harry Potter's biggest rivals. Arrogant and full of pride, but also possesses a cowardly side. Grows to become a Death Eater serving the dark wizard Voldemort.

Quotes

  • Pure-blood is supreme. Unlike those vermin-like Muggle-borns.
  • Harry Potter, that heralds the end of your era.
  • Do not tarnish the Malfoy name. Do not forget the family pride.
  • Don't lie in front of me, Potter.
  • I obey orders, but I will never change my heart.

Trivia

  • 'Draco' means 'dragon' in Latin.
  • Modeled after a handsome British aristocrat, but has a complex personality due to family influence.
  • In the movies, consistently played by Tom Felton.
  • Representative negative example as a Slytherin student.
  • Name origin decided from a suggestion by the author's friend.

Alternate names

Draco Malfoy Malfoy Draco

Tags

Harry Potter Pure-blood supremacy Slytherin Rival Noble Wizard Villain Rebellious phase Major character in the work

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
June 5
Birth year
1980

Appearance

Overall appearance
Pale-skinned with a long and slender build, pale gray eyes. Hair is silvery-blond and always neatly styled. Possesses a noble appearance but exudes a sense of coldness.
Height
Approximately 173cm
Eye color
Gray
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Pale silvery-blond hair
  • Pale skin
  • Slender with a noble appearance
Iconic items
  • Wand (Mahogany, custom-made wand for Draco)
  • Slytherin house robes
  • Malfoy family crest
  • Black cloak (Dark cloak as a Death Eater)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Highly proud and cowardly
Detailed personality
Arrogant with strong self-esteem, tends to look down on others, but is cowardly regarding his harsh family environment and own weaknesses. Emphasizes power and pure-blood supremacy, strives to meet family expectations while occasionally showing wavering.
Keywords
  • Arrogant
  • Cowardly
  • Jealous
  • Pure-blood supremacist
  • Family-oriented
  • Rivalry
  • Scheming
  • Haughty
Motto
Pure-blood is supreme
Talents
  • Magical talent (especially in dark arts)
  • Strong pride and competitive spirit
  • Strategic talent utilizing family wealth
Skills
  • Duelling
  • Versatile spellcasting
  • Dark magic practice
  • Manipulation of people
Motivation
Protect the Malfoy family honor and gain power as a dark wizard for Voldemort
Habits
Often sneers and has a habit of biting his lip. Takes on a cold attitude when emotions run high.
Favorite foods
Malfoy family cuisine
Favorite places
Malfoy Manor, Hogwarts Slytherin dormitory
Favorite colors
Green, Black
Disliked people
Harry Potter, Gryffindor, Muggle-born
Disliked situations
Showing one's own weaknesses

History

Backstory
Born as the heir of the Malfoy family, raised with pure-blood supremacy and dark wizard values instilled by his father Lucius and family. After enrolling at Hogwarts, becomes enemies with Harry Potter and his greatest rival. As the story progresses, forced to join Voldemort's Death Eaters, struggles with that position but supports them.
Debut date
June 26, 1997
Work title
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Media type
Manga

Enrollment at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Significant event
Enrollment at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Description
Sorted into Slytherin house and has first meeting with Harry Potter and others.

Appointment as Seeker for Slytherin Quidditch team

Significant event
Appointment as Seeker for Slytherin Quidditch team
Description
Displays talent in sports and leads the team.

Joining Voldemort's Death Eaters

Significant event
Joining Voldemort's Death Eaters
Description
Due to his father being Voldemort's servant, becomes a key Death Eater and bears certain responsibilities.

Battle of Hogwarts

Significant event
Battle of Hogwarts
Description
Survives the conflict with his family but bears a great mental burden.

Relationships

Lucius Malfoy

Father

Authoritative and strict father. Has high expectations for his son and strongly teaches pure-blood supremacy.

Narcissa Malfoy

Mother

Somewhat indulgent but devoted to her son. Possesses strong love to protect her son.

Gregory Goyle

Teammate

Follows Draco together in actions, repeats numerous fights and clashes.

Vincent Crabbe

Teammate

Draco's henchman, participates in many misdeeds together. Acts together until the end.

Death Eaters

Death Eaters: supporter

Media appearances

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Movie / Supporting

2001

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Movie / Supporting

2002

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Movie / Supporting

2004

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Movie / Supporting

2005

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Movie / Supporting

2007

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Movie / Supporting

2009

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1

Movie / Supporting

2010

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

Movie / Supporting

2011

Voice cast and creators

三枝享祐

Voice actor
三枝享祐
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Movies

木内レイコ

Voice actor
木内レイコ
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Games

今井文也

Voice actor
今井文也
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Quidditch Champions

J.K. Rowling

Creator name
J.K. Rowling
Role
Original author

Bloomsbury

Creator name
Bloomsbury
Role
Publisher

Shogakukan

Creator name
Shogakukan
Role
Publisher

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Draco Malfoy Figure

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