Patronus

A Patronus is a powerful defensive charm in the Harry Potter universe. Cast with "Expecto Patronum", it produces a silver guardian animal that protects against Dementors.

Known Patronus forms

  • Harry Potter – Stag
  • Hermione Granger – Otter
  • Ron Weasley – Jack Russell Terrier
  • Albus Dumbledore – Phoenix
  • Severus Snape – Doe (same as Lily Potter – "Always")
  • Luna Lovegood – Hare

Learn the spell

On World of Potter, you can learn the Patronus charm in Defence Against the Dark Arts.