21 Most Insanely Powerful Wizards In Harry Potter Ranked

Harry Potter might be The Boy Who Lived, but why should he get all of the credit? As much as Harry is an admirable role model to children for his bravery and his determination to always do the right thing - even if it means breaking the rules - it doesn't necessarily mean that he is the most powerful wizard in the series. Quite frankly, he had a lot of help. Harry's celebrity certainly gave him an advantage in the wizarding world but being famous does not make you the most intelligent or the most resourceful person, and there are other witches and wizards who are completely overlooked because of the reputation of the Chosen One. Now is their time. For some, the idea of deciding your favourite Potter character is like deciding which of your children you love the most, but at least their magical powers offer a way of ranking them without (hopefully) hurting anyone's feelings. This may be one of the most controversial lists in the Harry Potter world and proves that size or age doesn't matter. Although it is difficult depending on who has the Elder Wand, the highest number of souls kicking about the place and whether you believe that defensive magic is better than potions and medical magic, all of the following Wizarding World characters are serious contenders for the crown...