Voldemort

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Tom Riddle
Alias(es)	Lord Voldemort; the Dark Lord
Species/Race	Wizard; descendant of Salazar Slytherin 328
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Death Eaters; Knights of Walpurgis
Occupation/Role	Dark Lord; leader of the Death Eaters
Status	Active; restored to a physical body after thirteen years as a surviving soul fragment 316 328
First Appearance	Mentioned 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Disembodied soul fragment	114	Survived his defeat as a weakened remnant in Albania, dependent on possession and assistance to act.
Rudimentary body	114	Peter Pettigrew helped create a crude vessel using the Rudimentary Body Potion; it allowed Voldemort to cast spells and kill, but left him vulnerable.
Restored physical body	316	Reborn through a cauldron ritual using his father's bones, Pettigrew's wrist, and Harry Potter's blood.
Expanded Dark Arts repertoire	646	After recognizing that his combat methods were too dependent on raw power, he studied new attack magic from Anubi's Book of the Dead Covenant.

Background

Tom Riddle grew up in a London orphanage, where he concealed unusual magical abilities and believed himself uniquely gifted. Dumbledore's visit shattered that belief by revealing that he was merely one wizard among many and inviting him to Hogwarts. At Hogwarts, Riddle learned of his descent from Salazar Slytherin, discovered the Chamber of Secrets, and adopted Slytherin's legacy as the basis for his ambitions. 328

After leaving Hogwarts as Head Boy with the best examination results, Riddle traveled widely, learned Dark Arts, underwent dangerous magical alterations, gathered artifacts, and created Horcruxes. He abandoned the name inherited from his Muggle father and took the name “Lord Voldemort” to become a figure remembered through fear. 328

Voldemort gathered pure-blood supporters into the Death Eaters and began purging Britain’s magical society. His first reign ended when he attempted to kill the infant Harry Potter and was defeated, leaving only a soul fragment behind. He survived for thirteen years before Pettigrew helped him obtain a rudimentary body. 114 328

Skylar Malfoy encountered Voldemort in Albania before his resurrection and abducted Nagini. Voldemort judged the masked intruder too dangerous to confront in his weakened condition, accepting the loss of Nagini's venom rather than risk battle. 114

Appearance

Voldemort's physical transformations through Dark Arts stripped away the handsome appearance of the young Tom Riddle, leaving him with a serpentine and inhuman appearance. 47 336

• Pale, nearly translucent skin. 643
• Scarlet or deep-violet eyes. 317 643
• A noseless, snake-like face with a lipless mouth. 322 336
• Exceptionally long fingers. 317
• Usually wears black robes. 660

Personality

Voldemort is driven by terror of death, personal exceptionalism, and the need to have his name remembered. His stated political program is a world ruled by ancient bloodlines, beginning with control of the British Ministry and expanding into Europe; Herpo identifies this ideology as a surface justification for Voldemort's deeper desire to be feared and recognized. 334 437

He is ruthless toward followers, readily using torture, coercion, and murder against disobedience or betrayal. He values subordinates primarily for their usefulness, especially when they can help recover or protect his Horcruxes. 328 331

Despite his arrogance, Voldemort can adapt when confronted with failure. The rise of Skylar and other hidden powers forces him to rebuild the Death Eaters, seek alliances, acquire new Dark Arts, and pursue the Elder Wand rather than relying solely on his former reputation. 317 646 648

Abilities & Skills

Dark Arts Mastery

Voldemort is regarded as one of the world's greatest magical masters and developed his power through extensive Dark Arts study and bodily alteration. 103 286

• Casts exceptionally fast, accurate, and powerful Killing Curses. 331
• Creates and commands large numbers of Inferi, though their lack of independent thought limits their tactical value. 162
• Uses the Imperius Curse to create infiltrators and expand his network of controlled servants. 286 660
• Learned additional offensive Dark Arts from the Book of the Dead Covenant after acquiring Anubi's possessions. 646

Horcrux Creation

Voldemort split his soul to anchor himself to the living world, allowing his soul fragments to survive bodily death. The process severely damaged his humanity and contributed to his monstrous appearance. 208 336

• Created six Horcruxes, including the diary, Gaunt ring, Slytherin locket, Hufflepuff cup, and Ravenclaw diadem. 666
• The diary was destroyed by Skylar, while the locket and diadem later came into Skylar's possession. 666 349
• One Horcrux is held by Herpo and his faction. 439
• Harry became Voldemort's Horcrux after the failed killing curse, while Voldemort became Harry's Horcrux after using Harry's blood in his resurrection ritual. 363

Parseltongue

As Slytherin's descendant, Voldemort possesses the rare inborn bloodline gift of Parseltongue. 22 328

• Opened and studied the Chamber of Secrets during his Hogwarts years. 328
• Uses snake-associated imagery and magic as part of his identity as Slytherin's heir. 437

Seamless Linked Casting

Voldemort developed a unique method of using residual wand magic to Apparate immediately after a beam clash. 328

• Intended as an emergency escape method in a duel.
• He had previously taught the technique to Quirrell. 328

Equipment & Items

• Yew-and-phoenix-tail-feather wand — Voldemort's personal wand, recovered by Pettigrew from the Potter house after Voldemort hid it there during his first defeat. 317
• Horcruxes — Soul containers created to evade death; several have been compromised, destroyed, or seized by his enemies. 349 439 666
• Book of the Dead Covenant — Anubi's Dark Arts text, inherited after Anubi's death and used to broaden Voldemort's combat methods. 646

Relationships

• Harry Potter — His intended victim and prophecy-linked enemy; Voldemort's failed attempt to kill Harry caused his first downfall, while their blood and soul connections later became central to his plans. 316 363 670
• Albus Dumbledore — Longstanding adversary whom Voldemort blames for undermining his ambitions and setting traps around Harry's blood protection. 328 334
• Skylar Malfoy — A major rival whom Voldemort initially underestimated; Skylar abducted Nagini, acquired multiple Horcruxes, thwarted his operations, and forced him to treat the Malfoy heir as a serious threat. 114 349 646
• Peter Pettigrew — Fearful servant who found Voldemort's wand, helped maintain his rudimentary body, and performed the ritual that restored him. 114 316 317
• Nagini — His pet snake and intended vessel for a future Horcrux; Skylar abducted her before Voldemort's resurrection. 114 317
• Morgan le Fay — Tactical ally who persuaded Voldemort to join her organization by exploiting his fear for his Horcruxes; later fought alongside him against Skylar. 334 343
• Vile Herpo — Senior Dark Lord and manipulator within the Knights of Walpurgis; Herpo challenges Voldemort's motives and holds one of his Horcruxes. 437 439
• Death Eaters — His followers and primary force; Voldemort punishes failure and betrayal harshly while attempting to rebuild their ranks after his return. 317 331 588

Story Role / Major Arcs

Return and Rebuilding

Pettigrew restored Voldemort to a full body in the Little Hangleton graveyard, but the resurrection did not proceed as planned: Harry escaped, many followers were absent, and Skylar opposed him openly. Voldemort began rebuilding the Death Eaters while seeking to recover his endangered Horcruxes. 316 328

Alliance with the Knights of Walpurgis

Fearing that Dumbledore and Skylar could destroy his soul containers, Voldemort joined Morgan le Fay's organization. He later worked alongside Morgan, Herpo, Barbarossa, and other Dark Lords, though their alliance remained based on shared utility rather than trust. 334 350 437

War Against Skylar Malfoy

Voldemort repeatedly clashes with Skylar's influence and preparations. He attempted to infiltrate the Prayer Wheel Collection Room during the Department of Mysteries conflict, but Skylar destroyed the objective before Voldemort could succeed. 622

After Voldemort's failed assassination attempt on Amelia Bones, Skylar confronted him alone, injured him with Void Domain and the Killing Curse, and forced him to retreat. The defeat intensified Voldemort's search for the Elder Wand and other artifacts capable of overcoming Skylar. 646 648

Soul Fusion Ritual

Voldemort joined Herpo and Barbarossa in ambushing Dumbledore and Harry during their Horcrux search. The group used a soul fusion ritual on Harry, transforming him into a monstrous Horcrux bearing nine giant serpents; Harry escaped before Voldemort's faction could secure him. 670

Notable Quotes

“I was no longer Tom Riddle, the name left to me by that disgusting Muggle father. I wanted a name the entire world would remember.” 328

“I first want control of the Ministry of Magic, beginning with Great Britain, then gradually extending it to the other countries of Europe.” 437

“I am the true mage. In this world, only I am worthy of the greatest power.” 648