Sirius Black
Harry's Godfather
Harry Potter's godfather, a wizard who was suspected of betraying his parents and imprisoned in Azkaban, but the truth was different. He served as a guardian figure for Harry throughout his life.
Quotes
- A godfather is someone who takes on important responsibilities in that child's life
- Had to keep hiding his true self
- Freedom was taken away, but his spirit was never broken
- Harry, I'm always on your side
- Once you know the truth, you'll see things differently
Trivia
- Animagus who can transform into the black dog 'Padfoot'
- The only person to successfully escape from Azkaban
- Known in the story to love Pringles cans, called 'Pringles' by fans
- From the pure-blood Black family, super wealthy
- Regulus is his younger brother, died in Azkaban
- Best friend of Harry's father James, and godfather
Alternate names
Sirius Black
Sirius
Pringles
Padfoot
Profile
- Species
- Human Wizard
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- From a young man with black hair and sharp eyes to a middle-aged man. He was once small and gave a sharp impression. Later, his harsh prison life in Azkaban affected his appearance.
- Height
- 約178cm
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
-
- Sharp gaze
- Black hair
- Somewhat thin
- Iconic items
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- Large black dog for transformation (Animagus form)
- Cloak
- Wand
- Prisoner uniform (Azkaban era)
- Marauder's Map
- Pringles can (origin of nickname)
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Loyalty
- Detailed personality
- Free-spirited and rebellious, with strong loyalty, especially deep affection and support for close friends and family. Sometimes passionate, sometimes cool and composed, with an unbreakable will even in harsh situations. On the other hand, he has a proud side as a member of a wealthy pure-blood wizard family, but is merciless toward Muggle-borns or enemies.
- Keywords
-
- Loyalty
- Loyal to friends
- Brave
- Rebellious
- Free-spirited
- Self-sacrificing
- Talents
-
- Transfiguration (transforms into a large black dog)
- Stealth
- Exceptional magical combat ability
- Endurance
- Quidditch skills
- Skills
-
- Duelling
- Spell application
- Escape techniques
- Espionage
- Leadership
- Motivation
- To prove his innocence, protect and guide Harry
- Habits
- Likes jokes and sarcasm
- Favorite foods
- Unknown
- Hobbies
- Transfiguration practice, Watching Quidditch
- Favorite places
- Hogwarts, Forest
- Person
- James Potter, Harry Potter
History
- Backstory
- Born into the pure-blood Black family, raised in a noble lineage with aristocratic pride. As James Potter's best friend (Harry's father), he grew up together and was a member of the Order of the Phoenix, but was wrongfully imprisoned in Azkaban wizard prison for a betrayal. After being released, he reconciled with Harry who learned the truth, and took on the role of his guardian and godfather, watching over Harry's growth.
- Debut date
- July 8, 1999
- Work title
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- Media type
- Movie
- Episode or chapter
- Chapter
Imprisonment in Azkaban due to wrongful conviction
- Significant event
- Imprisonment in Azkaban due to wrongful conviction
- Description
- Arrested for betraying James Potter and imprisoned in Azkaban for a long period
Escape from Azkaban
- Significant event
- Escape from Azkaban
- Description
- Successfully escaped and began actions to uncover the truth
Becoming Harry Potter's godfather
- Significant event
- Becoming Harry Potter's godfather
- Description
- Becomes Harry's ally as his guardian and godfather
Participation in the final battle
- Significant event
- Participation in the final battle
- Description
- Fought in the final battle at Hogwarts and lost his life
Relationships
Harry James Potter
Child
Godfather and surrogate parent
Regulus Black
Sibling
Calm younger brother, with occasional conflicts
James Potter
Best friend
Best friend since student days, joined the Order of the Phoenix together
Remus Lupin
Best friend
Cooperation in the Order and at Hogwarts
Harry Potter
Godfather
After learning the truth, supports Harry as his guardian
Order of the Phoenix
Order of the Phoenix: unknown
Media appearances
Harry Potter
Manga / Supporting
1997–2007
Harry Potter series
Anime / Supporting
unknown
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Movie / Supporting
1999 theatrical release
Hogwarts Mystery
Game / Supporting
2020
Harry Potter: Magic Awakened
Game / Supporting
2023
Voice cast and creators
宝亀克寿
- Voice actor
- 宝亀克寿
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Movie 'Prisoner of Azkaban'
Gary Oldman
- Voice actor
- Gary Oldman
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Movie series
J.K. Rowling
- Creator name
- J.K. Rowling
- Role
- Original author
Related goods
Sirius Black Figure
- Item name
- Sirius Black Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Sirius Black Mug
- Item name
- Sirius Black Mug
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Regular