The most interesting fact about Luna Lovegood doesn't involve the character, but the actor who portrayed her. Although many thought Luna was bizarre, Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, Neville Longbottom, Ginny Weasley, Dean Thomas and Ollivander eventually became very fond of her. Harry looked up: Luna Lovegood had drifted over from the Ravenclaw table. Hagrid then approached them and asked if they had seen Borklump. The group was soon ambushed by twelve Death Eaters.[5]. Luna thought Rubeus Hagrid was a poor teacher, saying that the students in Ravenclaw thought him to be a bit of a joke, and that she preferred Professor Grubbly-Plank. Luna is also a playable character in the video game adaptation of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. "Wit beyond measure is man's greatest treasure," said Luna in a sing-song voice. In 1995, fourteen-year-old Luna had waist-length, straggly, dirty blonde hair,[9] protuberant silvery eyes,[10] which often seemed to be dreamily distracted, and faint eyebrows. During the 19971998 school year, Luna and Hagrid both acted in opposition to the Death Eaters' regime at Hogwarts, and Luna, along with Ginny and Neville, once served detention with Hagrid in the Forbidden Forest when they were caught by Snape. Hermione's so logical and inflexible in so many ways and Luna is likely to believe ten impossible things before breakfast. After Dobby was killed by Bellatrix Lestrange, Luna closed his eyes, to make him "seem like he was sleeping". You heard them, just behind the veil, didnt you? You meanIn that room in the archway. [7], As Qui went down to take care of the student, Luna examined the Thunderbird and saw that she had multiple injuries as well as being poisoned by Runespoor venom. Text Version. Later in life, Harry and Luna would remain close friends. Qui also recognised who Luna was, and together they set off on their search of the Thunderbird. Other students gave her the nickname of "Loony Lovegood" and even stole and hid her things. [15][22][23] According to Rita Skeeter, Luna wore a wedding dress decorated with rainbows and spangles, and a tiara of silver unicorn horns, which her husband supposedly looked at with a shocked expression. Originally published on Pottermore. They took my Luna and I don't know where she is, what they've done to her. Her name holds a deeper meaning, but it was almost something entirely different. She doesn't try to fit in or change herself, she just remains her kooky, kind self. After McGonagall introduced her to the students, she explained that they would visit some interesting locations to study magical creatures, so long as they met the age requirement and passed the Ministry's preliminary exam, which she and Archibald guaranteed would be fun and involve demonstration of knowledge and self-protection. She regained focus just before the end of the battle and survived relatively unscathed. Luna reminded Harry about the Thestrals and suggested using them to get to the Ministry. The two were very friendly, as Ginny led Harry Potter and Neville Longbottom into her train compartment in 1995, conversing politely with her.[5]. I can see them, too. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. ~Luna Lovegood, Yes, it was rather horrible," said Luna conversationally. She followed her sighting of a tail and discovered Borklump being stranded amidst spider webs and trying to free himself. Often it refers to a combination of both that encompasses the character's mix of confidence, dreamy demeanor, and unconventional belief system. Dean still seemed rather bemused at some of the odd things Luna said at times, but did not ridicule her and was seen helping her in the Room of Requirement just before the Battle of Hogwarts. [25], She led the students to the Forbidden Forest. She also sensed they were being watched, and soon Acromantulas appeared behind them. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . [25], She went with some students, and when they were scared by some noises, she reminded them the creatures wouldn't attack unless provoked. "The Aurors are part of the Rotfang Conspiracy, I thought everyone knew that. With the death of her mother when she was nine years old, Luna was raised solely by her father. After the students went on an adventure and got back safely, Luna continued to wait with them for the Thunderbird to appear. Luna was born on 13 February 1981, the only child of Xenophilius and Pandora Lovegood. [8], There's room in this one, there's only Loony Lovegood in here Don't be silly, she's all right.Ginny Weasley introducing Luna to Nevile Longbottom. Luna Lovegood is a relatively popular character within the franchise. The student answered the questions correctly, and Luna congratulated them for passing the test. In the early drafts, Luna's name was "Lily Moon", until. [22][23], In the 20102011 school year, Luna returned to Hogwarts to assist Rubeus Hagrid in investigating the mysterious infestation of baby Manticores within the school grounds. But Ive still got Dad. In Requiem for a Dream, widow and mother Sara (Ellen Burstyn) is invited to take part in her favourite game show, and in . Luna sat at the same table as Harry, Hermione, and Ron. When they all met up again in the forest, Harry planned to go to the Ministry of Magic. At one point, while under the influence of gnome saliva, Luna started dancing by herself, twirling on the dance floor with her arms raised. The player has to help Luna feed the Thestrals, and then she will appear in the Room of Requirement. Luna is seen barefoot throughout the film because students had stolen her shoes. However, at one point she, Ernest Macmillan, and Seamus Finnigan helped the trio drive off a group of Dementors that attacked them by casting their Patronuses. [19], In her third year at Hogwarts, she chose Divination as an elective, as in the 19961997 school year Professor Trelawney claimed to miss her in class; Luna explained she had Firenze that year. At first blush, Luna Lovegood is a strange girl in the Harry Potter series. In 1996, Harry asked Luna to attend Professor Slughorn's Christmas party with him as friends after reflecting on how "he had never met anyone quite like her". Its often infested with nargles. (OP21), Dads reprinting! she told Harry, her eyes popping excitedly. Luna started attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in 1992 and was sorted into Ravenclaw House. year. They went back to the camp and met Hagrid again, and the student showed Hagrid what Luna had given them, but Luna asked them to talk about it another time. L una Lovegood is one of our favourites. You're just as sane as I am.". [13] Luna also grew close with many of the other D.A. "You're not going mad. to tell them about the Room of Requirement. Rolf would become her husband and the union would produce twins, Lorcan and Lysander. Some people call me Loony Lovegood, actually. (OP38), Oh, no, she said, smiling at him. It's easy to get home from work and flop in front of the TV, but you'll feel so much better if you catch up on the stuff you love. [13] She was described as "pretty" on some occasions, despite her odd clothes. [44] Together with Harry, Ron, Hermione, Ginny, Neville, and Draco, Luna is part of the "big seven" characters that Rowling considers to be the most major characters in the series. Archibald stated that searching for him would be the next test and prepared to lead the students deep into the forest. It was Harry's Patronus that caused the Dementors to finally scatter. People believed that the moon caused craziness, which may be why she's the way she is. The Death Eaters: A Guide To Who Was Where, Albus Potter and the lesson in Quantum Mechanics. Anna Green Gables Annie. Luna encouraged Harry to think of something happy, enabling him to summon his Patronus as well. [13] She even painted very life-like portraits of her friends that seemed to breathe. Harry "found that the terrible weight in his stomach seemed to have lessened slightly".[5]. Theyve always pulled the carriages. This organisation was to teach practical defence so that students could fend off Death Eaters. She encountered the unidentified student there and noticed they were a bit muddled, indicating there might be Wrackspurts flying around their head. Luna and the others slipped back into the battle. The copy sold out, every Hogwarts student and possibly every professor as well, read the copy because of the Education Decree that stated that it was banned on school grounds. In addition, Luna seems to have a taste for pudding and introduces Harry to the Thestrals; she offers a young Thestral an apple, which was turned down, before offering it a bit of raw meat with an accepting smile. [20] She may also have attended Study of Ancient Runes, as before the 19951996 school year, she was seen reading an article written about runes in The Quibbler. . Luna wondered what it had to do with the test, and Archibald said it was about preparing for any possible situation. She often wore odd pieces of jewellery such as a Butterbeer cork necklace and Dirigible plum earrings, and in 1996, a pair of Spectrespecs. 'It was like having friends.' At the beginning of the next school year, he reacted coldly when Romilda Vane implied that Luna and Neville Longbottom were not worth spending time with; a contrast to the previous year, when he felt slightly embarrassed that his crush Cho Chang saw him in Luna's company. [21], In 2014, Luna and Rolf attended the 427th Quidditch World Cup along with the rest of her friends in Dumbledore's Army. You are, I gather, not unintelligent, but painfully limited, narrow, close-minded.Xenophilius Lovegood on what Luna has told him about Hermione, Luna and Hermione Granger did not have an ideal first meeting, as Hermione called The Quibbler "rubbish" without knowing that Luna's father was the editor. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. The couple also had twin sons named Lorcan and Lysander. She was unfazed by this, and instead chose to be non-judgmental and accepting of those around her. Luna noticed Qui's familiarity with poachers, which Qui attributed to the nature of her work. However, they were caught, along with Neville Longbottom, by Umbridge and members of the Inquisitorial Squad. After they both escaped, Ollivander, who had grown quite fond of Luna, made her a new wand. In the summer of 1994, she went to the Quidditch World Cup with her father. [15][16][21] The student thought perhaps it just hadn't been discovered yet, citing Luna's words about observation, and expressed their willingness to believe in its existence and continue to search for it when they became a Magizoologist. They then saw a lady struggling to walk towards them, so they hurried in front to receive her. [5], Some people call me 'Loony' Lovegood, actually.Hogwarts students' view of Luna. members were almost untouchable, and all survived the battle unscathed except Neville, who was injured but soon recovered. She had straggly, waist-length, dirty blonde hair, very pale eyebrows, and protuberant eyes that gave her a permanently surprised look.Description of Luna's physical appearance. Luna then guided both the injured Ginny and the Confunded Ron until they met up with Harry and Neville. Hermione was among the portraits Luna painted on her bedroom ceiling, circled by the words "friends". He died in rescuing them. ", Daddy, look one of the gnomes actually bit me!. But he can be a bit unkind. Lynch was a huge fan of the series before she was cast. After they were both rescued from Malfoy Manor in 1998, Luna and Dean Thomas seemed to grow close while staying at Shell Cottage. (OP35), Oh well she shrugged. [6] Along with Neville, Luna and Ginny led the re-formed Dumbledore's Army while Hogwarts was under Voldemort's control. She could've ended up with Neville Longbottom, and she eventually became a M agizoologist. ', I think I'll just go down and have some pudding and wait for it all to turn up - it always does in the end.. (OP33), The Crumple-Horned Snorkack cant fly, said Luna in a dignified voice, but they [thestrals] can, and Hagrid says theyre very good at finding places their riders are looking for. (OP33), Luna and Neville were bewitching the doors along the opposite wall then, as Harry reached the very top of the room, he heard Luna cry, Collo aaaaaaaaarghHe turned in time to see her flying through the air. She informed them that a second egg had been damaged, and without care from its unwilling mother, it might never hatch. Well its got some interesting I mean, its quite Ill have it back, thank you, said Luna coldly, and leaning forwards she snatched it out of Harrys hands. Published on Jan 29th 2016. The Harry Potter Wiki has 367 images related to, *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. Born in the town of Termonfeckin in Ireland, she is one of four children to Donal and Marguerite Lynch. She never actually reported the score, leaving Professor McGonagall to report it. Luna was very good at comforting others. It's also quite possible that Harry became friends with her husband (Rolf Scamander) and close to her twins, Lorcan and Lysander. When she attended his brother Bill's wedding, Ron was further amused by her behaviour and remarked that she gave "good value". She is then taken hostage along with all of Harry's companions but is rescued by the appearance of the Order of the Phoenix members (Sirius, Remus, Tonks, Kingsley, and Mad Eye). [7], They watched the Thunderbird take flight, and the student asked if she would be fully healed, to which Luna responded that physically she would, but the loss of her egg she would not easily get over. She then proposed to the students that they do a more thorough search, and later the unidentified student reported that they found more feathers, chain and ropes, but whatever might've been trapped in there had gotten away. Everything she says sounds like part of a lucid dream. They held them off and managed to get away with Borklump. Evanna Had A Correspondence With Rowling Years Before Being Cast. Luna asked Robyn Thistlethwaite and Kevin Farrell to return Borklump to Hagrid, and continued with the unidentified student. The student was not familiar with the creature and learnt what it was from Luna, who stressed the importance of attentive observation. They were just lurking out of sight, thats all, you heard them. (OP38), Oh no, said Luna. Nevertheless, she witnessed the students' capabilities and announced that they had passed the exam. Luna was once again demonstrating her usual knack of speaking of uncomfortable truths; he had never met anyone quite like her.Luna's unusual character traits. Youre just as sane as I am. (OP10), Luna did not seem perturbed by Rons rudeness; on the contrary, she simply watched him for a while as though he were a mildly interesting television program. Here is a snapshot of her unique character. [13] Luna would also eventually meet Rolf Scamander, grandson of the famous Newt Scamander and his wife Porpentina. [13], Up until the Battle of Hogwarts, Luna stayed at the cottage for the remainder of the war, and when Dobby was buried, she closed the house-elf's eyes and provided the eulogy, thanking him for rescuing her. I mean, who has anyone you known ever died?Yes, said Luna simply, my mother. As the creature gazed at them, the student asked what to do, and Luna told them to stay still lest she considered them a threat. What did you say, Ron? [13], Luna was shown to be a very powerful and talented witch. She doesnt think you treated her very well, because you wouldnt dance with her. Luna's birthday is the 13th February. Okay, good Monologues for teen girls. At some point, they became very close friends. Imitating their walk, they got near the baby Manticores and eventually arrived at a dark cave. In an effort to make people believe Harry's story, Hermione arranged an interview for him with Rita Skeeter at the Three Broomsticks Luna accompanied them so as to persuade her father to publish the interview in The Quibbler. Anyway good luck, Ronald! (OP19), Mistletoe, said Luna dreamily, pointing at a large clump of white berries placed almost over Harrys head. Ginny and Harry Potter named their daughter after Luna, considering Luna is a "dear friend". I hope you're happy now.Luna's eulogy at Dobby's funeral. Qui tried to assure her that the mother should still be far away and that they were safe, but Luna reminded her that it was the professor who was responsible for the students' safety. I dont like dancing very much. She retreated behind The Quibbler again. Members, (with the exception of Marietta) are unknown following the Battle of Hogwarts. [5], Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceDiscussion of Luna's school term, This year was Luna's O.W.L. During Luna's sixth year at Hogwarts, she, Neville and Ginny, re-formed and co-led Dumbledore's Army in order to oppose the Carrows. ( OP10) "She didn't enjoy it very much," Luna informed him. This dress was voted 'Most Hideous Outfit of the Year' by readers of Rita Skeeter's regular Daily Prophet column. However, she invited Luna to Dumbledore's Army and the two became friends. Like her father, she did not have to go into hiding when, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Wedding of William Weasley and Fleur Delacour, feel morally right eating animals who have suffered, A replica of Luna's wand (along with a few others) used in the, A replica of the jewellery worn by Luna in the. Luna participated in the battle that ensued. She also helped Ron, Hermione and Ginny mount their Thestrals, as the animals were invisible to them. Luna's Patronus is revealed to be a Hare, this is later confirmed to be canon in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. I wanted to have it chewing up a serpent, to represent Slytherin, you know, but there wasnt time. She participated in the Battle of the Department of Mysteries (1996) and the Battle of the Astronomy Tower (1997), and co-led the reconstituted Dumbledore's Army when Hogwarts fell under the control of Lord Voldemort with Severus Snape as Headmaster. Evanna Lynch. [6] At Bill Weasley and Fleur Delacour's wedding, she wore bright yellow robes because she was taught it brought luck to a wedding to wear sun colours and had a sunflower in her hair, as well. However, Ron was still prone to tease Luna and scoff at her unusual beliefs at times. [5], That summer, Luna and her father went to Sweden using the money the Daily Prophet paid them to reprint The Quibbler's interview with Harry to see if they could catch a Crumple-Horned Snorkack. Stop worrying so much. Luna also met and became a friend of Ginny Weasley, who was in the same year as her. At the end of the school year, Luna spoke to Harry, who was mourning the murder of his godfather and had found no comfort in talking to ghosts. [6], At Bill Weasley and Fleur Delacour's wedding, Hermione tried to kick Ron for teasing Luna, and later defended her again from the insults of the portrait of Phineas Nigellus Black. I still feel very sad about it sometimes. She decided that they should look for it in case it was hurt. Warner Bros. Pictures Another topic that has divided fans is Dumbledore's sexuality. together, said Neville quietly. J. K. Rowling's favourite character was Luna Lovegood.[46]. K. Rowling regarding Luna's future, After leaving school, Luna became a famous wizarding naturalist, travelling the world in search of strange creatures. "She doesn't think you treated her very well, because you wouldn't dance with her. That's all I ever have. Luna Lovegood: Exceptionally ordinary. On 1 September, Death Eaters boarded the train in search of Harry Potter, but were unsuccessful in capturing him because he wasn't on board. 15. (OP13), Its good, isnt it? said Luna happily. . 4. And anyway, its not as though Ill never see Mum again, is it?, A Wrackspurt . Professor[7] Luna Scamander[17][18] (ne Lovegood) (b. (OP11), Luna took a treat breath and then said, without so much as a preliminary hello: I believe He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named is back, and I believe you fought him and escaped from him.Er right, said Harry awkwardly. She also said a few words to Dobby during his funeral. [6], Towards Christmas, Luna comforted Hermione Granger after Ron Weasley mocked her in Transfiguration and Hermione ran into the girl's bathroom in tears. World Exclusive Interview with J K Rowling," South West News Service, 8 July 2000, "World Exclusive Interview with J K Rowling,", Finished 'Potter'? At Hogwarts Quidditch matches, Luna supported Gryffindor against every House except Ravenclaw; to show her support for Gryffindor, she would wear a hat in the shape of a lion head that roars, and to show support for Ravenclaw she would wear an eagle hat with flapping wings. Luna may be one of the best female friends of Ginny (along with Hermione), as she was only seen with these girls during her school-time at Hogwarts. She had an aura of "distinct dottiness" about her,[8] and was known to put her wand behind her left ear for safekeeping. Don't worry, they'll come back, they always do in the end. Thus, Luna was subsequently raised by Xenophilius alone for the rest of her life. (cheerfully to DEMENTOR) Happy thoughts. They're working from within to bring down the Ministry of Magic using a combination of Dark magic and gum disease.Luna after Harry Potter discussed his wish to become an Auror, Luna believed in many things that few others do; given her inclination towards superstition, she would have probably liked Divination. The student regretted trusting Qui and vowed to bring the egg back, which reminded Luna of someone she knew that was also dedicated to finding the truth. When Luna's father attempted to turn Harry, Ron and Hermione over to Death Eaters in exchange for his daughter's safety in 1998, Hermione engineered their escape so that the Death Eaters saw Harry briefly, thus ensuring that both Luna and her father were not harmed.[13]. [7], Robyn and Kevin were at the time using Omnioculars to inspect the field, so she and the unidentified student joined them. At the final match, she sat in the VIP boxes with Dumbledore's Army and her husband, where he held her hands, which might have been because he was trying to prevent his wife from putting on one of her famous Special Event Hats.[26]. His spirits sank slightly. Neville found Luna a bit "odd", as she believed in the existence of strange, mythical creatures, had a tendency to read magazines upside down, and wore earrings that appeared to be made of radishes. All of Dumbledore's Army was reassembled and prepared to fight. It is possible this opinion started to change during Umbridge's control of Hogwarts, as they were both against Umbridge and Luna credited Hagrid's teaching of Thestrals, which allowed them to go to the Ministry of Magic when they believed Sirius Black was in danger. Actress: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. After the Battle of the Department of Mysteries, they discussed the death of Sirius Black and the possibility of an afterlife. Because of her father's political dissidence at the time, Luna was abducted by Death Eaters to be held ransom, and imprisoned in the dungeons of Malfoy Manor for months. Warner Bros. Luna Lovegood was a memorable "Harry Potter" character in the books and movies. The three of them revived and led Dumbledore's Army, which tried to sabotage the Death Eaters' control of the school and to help Harry, Ron and Hermione who were off hunting down Voldemort's Horcruxes in any way they could. 13 February 1981) was a witch and the only child and daughter of Xenophilius and Pandora Lovegood. (OP10), That was funny!Her prominent eyes swam with tears as she gasped for breath, staring at Ron. They talked about the Thunderbird and its missing egg, and Luna thought it best to heal the Thunderbird first. Dyou want help finding them?, This girl is very nice-looking, Krum said, recalling Harry to his surroundings. She found the disappointed student sitting with the egg and explained that it was in the best interest of the Thunderbird. They found a Moke, which Luna feared was wanted by poachers for making Mokeskin pouches. My fathers the editor.I oh, said Hermione, looking embarrassed. Her nickname, "Loony", also references the moon and its ties with insanity, as it is short for "lunatic". In the movies, Luna is referred to as "Loony Lovegood," and is mocked for what her fellow students perceive as strange interests death, thestrals, and Wrackspurts, to name a few. Evanna Lunch played Luna Lovegood in the "Harry Potter" movies. It was all supposed to be about fighting You-Know-Who, wasnt it? The student noted that it was Qui that had rescued them twice, which Luna found curious since Qui had seemingly disappeared. Luna went around imparting the kind of quirky optimism she gave Harry in 'The Second War Begins', bettering the people around her. I'll always remember what you did for us. Unaware of the destination, the students speculated where they were headed. ", Thank you so much, Dobby, for rescuing me from that cellar. She is also a relative of yours?, It's all right," said a dreamy voice from beside Harry as Ron vanished into the coach's dark interior. [45] She was also noted to be very pleased with the casting of Evanna Lynch as Luna as she had had lunch with the actress and said she was "perfect". Harry asked her and Hermione to watch Snape's office, which they did, but Snape told them that Death Eaters were in the castle and that they had to look after Professor Flitwick, whom he claimed had collapsed. Happy thoughts! Everybody looked at her. But people used to believe there were no such things as the Blibbering Humdinger or the Crumple-Horned Snorkack!, Yeah, but the lost diadem," said Michael Corner, rolling his eyes, "is, I don't think you should be an Auror, Harry," said Luna unexpectedly. [7], During another investigation session, Luna was shocked to find the unidentified student posing with a Thunderbird egg while Qui took their picture, and urged them to stop before the Thunderbird mother came back. THAT explains the chilly breeze. But I've still got Dad. members flew to the Ministry and entered the Department of Mysteries, where Luna heard voices coming from behind a Veil, just as Harry did. Luna was very loyal to the few friends she had she published Rita Skeeter's interview of Harry Potter on The Quibbler (March issue, 1996)[28] during the latter's fifth year and supported Harry even when he was outlawed by the Ministry of Magic. "I mean, who has anyone you known ever died? Here are 10 facts about the Hogwarts student. She brought a suitcase that contained magical creatures including a Hippogriff and several Thunderbirds, and released them when she opened it. Luna Lovegood is from England,. Empire Magazine listed Luna as their 10th favourite Harry Potter character in "The 25 Greatest Harry Potter Characters". Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Quotes from the novel "Daddy, look - one of the gnomes actually bit me!" "Ron can laugh," said Luna serenely, "but my father has done a lot of research on Gernumbli magic." "You look smart. She told the students to raise their wands but not to attack, as they were, from the creatures' perspective, intruders who were attempting to steal their dinner.
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