Bunty Broadarrow

Bunty Broadarrow is a loyal and capable witch who works as the assistant to Magizoologist Newt Scamander. Though often in the background, she is a trusted member of Albus Dumbledore's “first army” and plays a pivotal, courageous role in the plan to thwart Gellert Grindelwald's rise to power in the 1930s. Her character primarily appears in the Fantastic Beasts film series (film).

Bunty's early life is unknown, but by the 1920s, she had become the indispensable assistant to Newt Scamander. Her work primarily involved the care and maintenance of the vast collection of magical creatures housed within Newt's magically expanded suitcase. She is first seen briefly in this capacity, managing the creatures in Newt's basement workshop while he is away (Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald). By 1932, Bunty had become a key figure in the covert war against Gellert Grindelwald. Recognizing her quiet loyalty and competence, Albus Dumbledore recruited her into his group of wizards and one Muggle tasked with confusing Grindelwald's precognitive abilities. Despite her unrequited love for Newt, she put the mission first. Dumbledore entrusted her with one of five identical enchanted suitcases designed for their mission. Crucially, Bunty's case was the one that contained the real, pure-hearted Qilin whose twin had been captured and killed by Grindelwald's acolytes. She traveled with the group to the Ertstag in Germany, the location of the International Confederation of Wizards' election for Supreme Mugwump. There, she bravely navigated the dangerous political gathering, protecting the Qilin and ensuring it could be presented at the critical moment to expose Grindelwald's deception and endorse a worthy candidate (Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore).

Bunty has dark hair, often styled in practical braids, and typically wears modest, functional clothing suited to her work with magical creatures. Her demeanor is generally quiet, reserved, and unassuming (film). Despite her shy exterior, Bunty is exceptionally brave, loyal, and dedicated. Her deep affection for Newt Scamander is evident, though she struggles to express it directly. She is incredibly hardworking and possesses a strong moral compass, unhesitatingly joining the dangerous fight against Grindelwald. Her trustworthiness is one of her greatest assets, leading Dumbledore to give her one of the most critical roles in his complex plan (film).

• Magizoology: Bunty demonstrates considerable skill and knowledge in the care of magical creatures, capably managing Newt's diverse and often dangerous menagerie (film).
• General Magical Competence: As a fully qualified witch, she is proficient in various forms of magic. While her specific dueling skills are not shown, her inclusion in Dumbledore's high-stakes mission implies a competent level of defensive ability (film).

There is no canonical information regarding her wand specifications or whether she can produce a Patronus Charm.

• Enchanted Suitcase: During the mission to thwart Grindelwald's election, Bunty was the keeper of the enchanted suitcase containing the surviving Qilin. This case was identical to four others as part of a plan to confuse the enemy (Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore).

• Newt Scamander: Bunty is Newt's devoted assistant and harbors deep, unrequited romantic feelings for him. While Newt seems largely oblivious to the depth of her affection, he trusts her implicitly with the well-being of his beloved creatures and considers her a reliable ally (film).
• Albus Dumbledore: Bunty is a trusted operative for Dumbledore. He correctly assesses her inner strength and loyalty, selecting her for a crucial and dangerous task over more experienced or powerful wizards, a testament to his faith in her character (film).
• The First Army: She is an ally and teammate to Theseus Scamander, Lally Hicks, Jacob Kowalski, and Yusuf Kama during their mission in Germany (film).

• Bunty: An old-fashioned English nickname, sometimes a diminutive for names like Elizabeth. It can also be a term of endearment, fitting her gentle and unassuming nature.
• Broadarrow: The “broad arrow” was a symbol used in the United Kingdom to mark government property. This could symbolize her role as an instrument of a greater cause—namely, the fight against Grindelwald on behalf of the wizarding world. An arrow also suggests purpose, direction, and a direct, impactful flight, reflecting her surprisingly pivotal role in the story.

Bunty Broadarrow is a character created specifically for the Fantastic Beasts film series and does not appear in the original seven *Harry Potter* novels. She is portrayed in the films by British actress Victoria Yeates. She made a brief appearance in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) before her role was significantly expanded in the sequel, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (2022).