======Pogrebin======
=====Creature Information=====
  * **[[Ministry of Magic]] Classification:** XXX (Dangerous)
  * **Native to:** [[Russia]]
  * **Appearance:** A small demon, approximately one foot tall, with a hairy body and a disproportionately large, smooth, grey head that resembles a rock.
  * **Behavior:** Shadows humans, inducing feelings of profound despair and futility in its victims before attempting to devour them.
=====Description and Behavior=====
The [[Pogrebin]] is a small but malevolent Russian [[demon]]. It is distinguished by its hairy body and an oversized, smooth, grey head. This unique feature allows it to effectively camouflage itself when it crouches, making it appear to be nothing more than a rounded, inanimate rock.
Pogrebins are drawn to human despondency and are known to actively shadow individuals, often for extended periods. The longer a [[Pogrebin]] follows its chosen victim, the more a pervasive sense of hopelessness and lethargy will overwhelm the person. This aura of despair is the creature's primary method of hunting.
Once the victim is overcome with futility and sinks to their knees to weep, the [[Pogrebin]] seizes the opportunity. It will then leap upon its incapacitated prey and attempt to devour them.
=====Defense and Counter-Measures=====
Despite its dangerous nature and potent psychological effect, the [[Pogrebin]] is relatively easy to repel. It is vulnerable to simple forms of [[magic]] and even basic physical force.
Known methods of defense include:
  * Simple [[Jinx|Jinxes]]
  * The [[Stupefy|Stupefying Charm]]
  * A well-aimed kick
These measures are generally sufficient to drive the creature away.
=====Etymology=====
The name //Pogrebin// is likely derived from the Russian word "погребение" (pogrebeniye), which translates to "burial" or "interment." This reflects the creature's association with despair, grief, and ultimately, death, as it attempts to consume its victims after they have been overcome by a sense of futility reminiscent of mourning.
=====Behind the Scenes=====
  * The primary source of information on the [[Pogrebin]] comes from the supplementary textbook //[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]//.
  * In //[[Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix]]//, the [[Pogrebin]] is mentioned as a topic in the [[Ministry of Magic]]-approved textbook, //[[Defensive Magical Theory]]//, by [[Wilbert Slinkhard]]. This textbook was assigned to [[Hogwarts]] students by [[Dolores Umbridge]].
  * In the //[[Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (video game)|Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix]]// video game, Pogrebins appear as enemies that [[Harry Potter]] must fight in the [[Forbidden Forest]] (video game).