======Cassius Warrington======
=====Introduction=====
Cassius Warrington was a wizard and a student in [[Slytherin]] House at [[Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry]]. He was known for his large, brutish physique and his antagonistic relationship with [[Harry Potter]] and his allies. Warrington's most notable actions include attempting to become the [[Hogwarts]] champion in the [[Triwizard Tournament]] and later serving as a member of [[Dolores Umbridge]]'s oppressive [[Inquisitorial Squad]].
=====Biography=====
====Hogwarts Years====
Cassius Warrington was a student at [[Hogwarts]] at least two years ahead of [[Harry Potter]]. During the 1994-1995 school year, the [[Triwizard Tournament]] was held at [[Hogwarts]]. As the competition was only open to students aged seventeen and over, Warrington was among the older students who placed his name into the [[Goblet of Fire]] in an attempt to be selected as the [[Hogwarts]] Champion. He was ultimately not chosen.
In the 1995-1996 school year, Warrington joined the [[Inquisitorial Squad]], a group of students, primarily from [[Slytherin]], who were handpicked by [[High Inquisitor]] [[Dolores Umbridge]] to enforce her draconian regulations. As a member, he held the power to dock points from other students, including prefects. He actively participated in the squad's efforts to undermine [[Dumbledore's Army]]. When the [[Inquisitorial Squad]] discovered the location of the [[D.A.]]'s secret meetings in the [[Room of Requirement]], Warrington was part of the group that ambushed and captured its members.
Later that year, after [[Fred Weasley|Fred]] and [[George Weasley]] set off a portable swamp and a cascade of magical fireworks in the castle as a final act of rebellion, Warrington and [[Vincent Crabbe|Crabbe]] were responsible for physically seizing the twins. During the ensuing chaos as the Weasleys made their dramatic escape on their [[broomstick]]s, a furious [[Umbridge]] attempted to hit them with an [[Impediment Jinx]] but missed, striking Warrington in the face instead.
=====Physical Appearance and Personality=====
Warrington is described as a "great hefty bloke." [[George Weasley]] memorably commented that he "looks like a sloth." His personality reflects that of a typical [[Slytherin]] bully. He was confrontational, aligned himself with authority figures like [[Dolores Umbridge]] for personal power, and clearly enjoyed the opportunity to intimidate and punish students from other houses, particularly [[Gryffindor]]. His willingness to join the [[Inquisitorial Squad]] demonstrated his support for [[Umbridge]]'s oppressive regime and the [[Ministry of Magic]]'s campaign against [[Albus Dumbledore]] and [[Harry Potter]].
=====Magical Abilities and Skills=====
Warrington's precise level of magical skill is not detailed, but certain inferences can be made.
  * **General Proficiency:** He was confident enough in his magical abilities to enter his name into the [[Goblet of Fire]] for the [[Triwizard Tournament]], a highly dangerous and demanding competition. This suggests he considered himself a capable and powerful wizard for his age.
  * **Combative Magic:** As a member of the [[Inquisitorial Squad]], he was tasked with policing and capturing other students, which would require competence in jinxes, hexes, and other forms of combat magic. However, he was unable to defend himself against an [[Impediment Jinx]] cast at him by [[Dolores Umbridge]], though it was cast unexpectedly.
=====Possessions=====
  * **[[Wand]]:** Warrington owned a [[wand]], though its wood, core, and length are unknown.
  * **[[Inquisitorial Squad]] Badge:** As a member of the squad, he would have worn a small, silver 'I' badge on his robes to signify his position and authority.
=====Relationships=====
Warrington was a loyal member of [[Slytherin]] House and was part of the circle of students that included [[Draco Malfoy]], [[Vincent Crabbe]], [[Gregory Goyle]], and [[Pansy Parkinson]]. He was a staunch ally of [[Dolores Umbridge]] during her tenure at [[Hogwarts]]. Conversely, he was an enemy to [[Harry Potter]], the Weasley family, and all members of [[Dumbledore's Army]]. He was directly involved in the physical capture of [[Fred Weasley]] and [[George Weasley]].
=====Etymology=====
  * **Cassius:** This is a Latin name of Roman origin. A famous bearer was Gaius Cassius Longinus, one of the leading instigators of the plot to assassinate Julius Caesar. The name may have been chosen to evoke a sense of conspiracy, antagonism, or untrustworthiness, which aligns with his role as a [[Slytherin]] antagonist.
  * **Warrington:** This is a common English surname derived from the name of a large town in Cheshire, England. It likely holds no deeper magical meaning.
=====Behind the Scenes=====
  * In the film adaptation of //Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix//, Cassius Warrington was portrayed by actor Ashley Whitehead (film).
  * In the video game adaptation of //Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix//, Warrington appears as a member of the [[Inquisitorial Squad]] whom the player must duel on several occasions (video game).