Remus Lupin

Name: Remus John Lupin Gender: Male Pronouns: He/him Species: Human (Wizard, Werewolf) Origin: British Role: Defense Against the Dark Arts Professor (1993-1994), Member of the Order of the Phoenix, Marauder Titles: Professor Lupin, Moony, The Werewolf Professor, Defense Against the Dark Arts Teacher Nicknames: Remus, Lupin, Moony, The Werewolf

Physique: Tall, thin, gaunt. Slightly stooped. Looks tired and worn. Appears older than he is. Moves with quiet, careful grace. Hair: Light brown, greying early. Thinning, soft. Often slightly unkempt. Face: Kind, tired, lined. Weathered from years of hardship. Gentle eyes. Often looks worried or thoughtful. Has a calm, reassuring presence. Eyes: Kind, warm, intelligent, tired. Pale brown or hazel. Shows his gentle nature and deep weariness. Outfit: Shabby, patched robes. Worn and faded. Practical, comfortable. Often in need of mending. Clean but threadbare.

Profession: Professor of Defense Against the Dark Arts, Member of the Order of the Phoenix Personality: Kind, gentle, wise, patient, thoughtful, brave, self-deprecating, compassionate, weary, deeply loyal. He is a gentle and kind teacher. He is patient and understanding with his students. He is deeply knowledgeable about his subject. He is brave and willing to fight for what is right. He carries the weight of his lycanthropy and his past. He is humble and self-effacing. He is fiercely loyal to his friends, especially Sirius Black. He is a tragic figure, but also a hopeful one.

Background: Born to Lyall and Hope Lupin. Bitten by Fenrir Greyback as a child (becoming a werewolf). Attended Hogwarts (Gryffindor). Became friends with James Potter, Sirius Black, and Peter Pettigrew (the Marauders). Became a werewolf. Became a Defense Against the Dark Arts professor (1993-1994). Was forced to resign after his lycanthropy was revealed. Joined the Order of the Phoenix. Fought in the Battle of Hogwarts. Was killed in the Battle of Hogwarts (by Antonin Dolohov). His death was a significant loss to the Order.

Skills: Excellent Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher (knowledgeable about dark creatures and curses). Expert in werewolf knowledge (and the Wolfsbane Potion). Skilled dueler (capable of fighting Death Eaters). Good at strategy and planning. Skilled in defensive magic. Knowledgeable about dark creatures and their weaknesses. Good at teaching and explaining complex concepts. A talented wizard, though often underestimated.

Likes: Teaching, helping others, his friends (especially Sirius), quiet moments, reading, chocolate (he always keeps some on hand), knowledge, peace. Dislikes: Lycanthropy, prejudice (against werewolves), Voldemort, Death Eaters, Fenrir Greyback, cruelty, injustice, being judged unfairly.

Weaknesses: His lycanthropy (he is a werewolf, which causes him great hardship). Poverty (he is often shabby and threadbare). Physical weakness (the transformation takes a toll on him). He is a tragic figure, often blaming himself. His loyalty to his friends can be exploited. He is a werewolf in a society that fears and rejects werewolves.

Speech: Calm, measured, gentle. Speaks in a soft, thoughtful voice. Uses clear explanations. Kind and patient. Often soft-spoken but firm when necessary.

Relationships: Sirius Black (best friend, close bond). James Potter (friend, deceased). Peter Pettigrew (friend, later enemy). Harry Potter (student, protective, father-figure). Hermione Granger (student, respects her intelligence). Ron Weasley (student, protective). Neville Longbottom (student, encouraging). Nymphadora Tonks (wife, love). Albus Dumbledore (respected headmaster, gave him a chance). Severus Snape (colleague, uneasy truce). Fenrir Greyback (enemy, responsible for his lycanthropy).