- “Molly Weasley: "Your sons flew that enchanted car of yours to Surrey and back last
night." Arthur: "Did you really? How did it go?"”
- ―Molly and Arthur reflecting on Arthur's personality
Arthur Weasley is a major character in the Harry Potter books and film series.
Mr. Weasley is the patriarch of the Weasley family, being the husband of Molly Weasley and the father of the Weasley children.
At the end of the series, he becomes the father-in-law of Hermione Granger and Harry Potter and the grandfather of several grandchildren, which include James, Albus and Lily (Harry and Ginny's children) and Rose and Hugo Granger-Weasley (Ron and Hermione's children.
Personality[]
Unlike most pure-blood wizards, Arthur was very open to Muggles and Muggle-born witches and wizards. A man of integrity, he vehemently opposed the discrimination faced by Muggles, Muggle-borns, half-bloods, half-breeds, and cursed beings like werewolves. He held a low opinion of those who embraced such intolerant ideologies, even though these views were widely accepted among many of his fellow pure-bloods. This stance garnered him the respect of his friends and family; however, individuals like Lucius Malfoy labeled him a "blood traitor" and deemed him a "disgrace to the name of wizard." Nevertheless, he never truly internalized these criticisms, as his understanding of what constituted a disgrace to the wizarding name was fundamentally different from theirs.
Arthur's supportive demeanor towards his children's mischievous behavior indicated that he was considerably more relaxed and "fun" in comparison to his wife. Nevertheless, with the resurgence of Lord Voldemort, Mr. Weasley took on a more significant role and responsibilities within the Order of the Phoenix. He consistently prioritized his children over his own needs, including Hermione and Harry even though they were not his children. Although he was genuinely easygoing, there were moments when Arthur could become overwhelmed. He became extremely agitated upon discovering that Fred and George were attempting to deceive Ron into forming an Unbreakable Vow. Ron still recalled it over a decade later and Fred swore at least one part of his anatomy was never the same since.
He has always had a fascination with the non-magical world and how they go on about their lives without magic. He also keeps a wall of muggles in his office and owns objects previously owned one. He was ecstatic meeting Hermione's parents, who were both Muggles and offered them a drink. He also questioned Harry about Muggle questions such as the function of a plug and a battery He also enjoyed putting Sirius' motorcycle back together and even liked using matches when he could. Because of his fondness for Muggles, in 1992, he drafted a proposition for the Ministry called the Muggle Protection Act. However, some such as Lucius was horrified to learn this and put Voldemort's diary inside Arthur's daughter Ginny Weasley's to discredit him and put the legislation to role. He was also determined to remain incognito during the camp outside of the Quidditch world cup. However, he couldn't work a match correctly, but fortunately Hermione was around to help him.
In addition to his Ford Anglia, his sons Fred and George apparently developed a love for technology and muggle artifacts. They too possessed the need to invent or modify things, including their own pranks or prank shop.
Powers and Abilities[]
Powers[]
- Charms
- Nonverbal magic
- Transfiguration
- Duelling
- Apparition
Abilities[]
- Mechanical skills
- Muggle Knowledge
- Legal skills
Arthur Weasley is the patriarch of the Weasley household and a major character in the Harry Potter series. He is the husband of Molly Prewett and the father of Bill, Charlie, Percy, Fred, George, Ron and Ginny.