Harry Potter: 12 Most Powerful Witches Ever
It's fair to say you wouldn't want to mess with any of these witches...
There is little debate amongst Harry Potter fans about who is the most powerful character in the series. Albus Dumbledore was simply unmatched in terms of magical talent and skill. And despite how old he was during his final years, no one ever came close to bringing him down in a duel.
When it comes to the female characters, on the other hand, it’s much harder to decide who’s the best. Indeed, there are at least three or four witches who could be considered the most powerful. And in contrast to the wizards, the overwhelming majority of J.K. Rowling’s powerful witches are heroes, not villains – although there is one obvious exception.
Unsurprisingly, many of the following individuals are prominent duellists who have participated in a number of major conflicts throughout the series. Yet they possess plenty of other magical traits and quirks as well. Some of them are teachers or sportswomen, whilst others have an aptitude for potion brewing, healing, or cookery.
As such, though no witch is an obvious pick for the most powerful, there are plenty with an abundance of magical abilities…
12. Molly Weasley
Mrs Weasley may seem like a strange choice for a list of the most powerful witches. But power comes in many forms, and she was undoubtedly a talented individual.
Her speciality was food-related spells and charms. Molly could conjure up delicious meals faster than any other character and she was always able to cleanse the palate of her guests. She also had a knack for healing spells, which was particularly useful following George’s injury during the Battle of the Seven Potters.
Yet her greatest moment was during the Battle of Hogwarts when she singlehandedly took down Bellatrix Lestrange in a duel. Though this was partly because Bellatrix underestimated her opponent, Molly still deserves credit for her skill as a duellist.