Scorpius Malfoy

Scorpius Malfoy is a pure-blood wizard and the son of Draco Malfoy and Astoria Greengrass. His first and only appearance in the original novels is in the epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. He is a central protagonist in the stage play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, where his character is significantly developed. As a student in Slytherin House, his most defining relationship is his close friendship with Albus Severus Potter, representing a healing of the generational animosity between the Potter and Malfoy families.

Scorpius was born circa 2006 to Draco Malfoy and Astoria Greengrass. His mother, Astoria, chose not to raise him with the traditional pure-blood prejudices against Muggles and Muggle-borns, a decision which caused friction with his grandparents, Lucius Malfoy and Narcissa Malfoy (Pottermore). Scorpius grew up in relative isolation at Malfoy Manor and was deeply affected by his mother's frail health, as she suffered from a hereditary blood curse (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*). In the epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Scorpius is seen on Platform Nine and Three-Quarters on 1 September 2017, about to begin his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. His father, Draco, is with him on the platform. Ron Weasley points him out to his own daughter, Rose Granger-Weasley, and encourages her to beat him in every school test. In Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Scorpius is sorted into Slytherin House and immediately befriends Albus Severus Potter on the Hogwarts Express. Their friendship makes them both social outcasts. Scorpius is plagued by a persistent and malicious rumour that he is secretly the son of Lord Voldemort, supposedly conceived via a Time-Turner. His mother, Astoria, passes away from her illness at the end of his second year, leaving him devastated. In their fourth year, he and Albus steal a Time-Turner in an attempt to correct the past and save Cedric Diggory. Their actions result in catastrophic alternate realities, including one where Voldemort won the Battle of Hogwarts. Scorpius demonstrates immense bravery and loyalty by working to restore the original timeline. He ultimately helps Harry Potter, Draco Malfoy, and their friends to defeat Voldemort's true daughter, Delphini (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*).

Scorpius strongly resembles his father, having a “pointed face and slicked-back white-blond hair.” Despite his lineage and appearance, his personality is a stark contrast to the Malfoy family stereotype. He is portrayed as kind, loyal, intelligent, and endearingly awkward (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*). He possesses a self-deprecating sense of humour and is incredibly knowledgeable about magical history. He is a devoted friend to Albus Potter, often acting as the voice of reason. Scorpius is burdened by his family's dark past and the rumour of his parentage, but he faces these challenges with courage and integrity (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*).

• Academic Aptitude: Scorpius is an intelligent and studious wizard, often referred to as a “geek” who excels in his studies, particularly History of Magic (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*).
• Dueling: While not his primary focus, he is a competent duelist capable of defending himself when necessary, as shown during his adventures with the Time-Turner (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*).

• Wand: As a wizard, Scorpius owns and uses a wand, though its specific wood, core, and length are unknown.
• Time-Turner: For a brief period, he and Albus Potter were in possession of a prototype Time-Turner which they used to travel through time (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*).

• Draco Malfoy (Father): Scorpius has a complex but ultimately loving relationship with his father. The events of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child help them to understand and connect with each other on a much deeper level, with Draco learning to express his affection and pride for his son.
• Astoria Greengrass (Mother): Scorpius loved his mother deeply, and her early death was a source of great sorrow for him. He remembers her fondly as a kind woman who taught him to be better than his ancestors.
• Albus Severus Potter (Best Friend): Albus is Scorpius's first and closest friend. Their bond is the emotional core of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and signifies a monumental shift from the enmity that defined their fathers' relationship.
• Rose Granger-Weasley (Crush): Scorpius has an unrequited crush on Rose, who is initially cold towards him due to his family name and her father's influence. By the end of their adventures, there are signs that she is beginning to see him in a new light (*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*).

• Scorpius: This is the Latin word for “scorpion” and the name of a prominent constellation in the zodiac. This name follows the Black family tradition (from which the Malfoys are descended) of naming children after stars and constellations. His father's name, Draco, also follows this tradition.
• Hyperion: (Mentioned in *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*) Hyperion was one of the twelve Titans in Greek mythology, a god of heavenly light. The name also belongs to a moon of Saturn, continuing the celestial naming theme.

• Scorpius's character is greatly expanded from his single mention in the Deathly Hallows epilogue to a main protagonist in the stage play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (2016). Nearly all known details about his personality, life, and relationships originate from this play.
• According to an article on Pottermore by J.K. Rowling, Astoria Greengrass's choice to raise Scorpius with tolerant views towards non-pure-bloods was a source of disappointment for Lucius and Narcissa Malfoy.
• In the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, Scorpius Malfoy was played by actor Bertie Gilbert (film).