Show pageOld revisionsBacklinksBack to top This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. ======Horklump====== =====Object Information===== * **Type:** [[Magical Creature]] * **[[Ministry of Magic]] Classification:** X (Boring) (//[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]//) * **Native To:** Scandinavia (//[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]//) * **Habitat:** Widespread throughout northern Europe, commonly found in gardens (//[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]//) =====Description and Appearance===== The Horklump is a creature that strongly resembles a fleshy, pinkish mushroom. Its surface is covered with sparse, coarse black bristles. Though it appears plant-like and is largely stationary, the Horklump is a creature with a simple animal nature. Its most notable feature is the set of sinewy, muscular tentacles it spreads into the ground, which it uses to search for its preferred food, [[Earthworm]]s. =====Magical Properties and Usage===== The primary purpose of a Horklump is to eat and propagate. They are known to be extremely fast breeders and can quickly infest an average-sized garden in a matter of days, making them a common garden pest for wizards. Despite their pest status, Horklumps have a valuable use in [[Potion-Making]]. The juice extracted from the creature, known as **Horklump Juice**, is an ingredient in several healing potions. Due to their rapid breeding, control methods are known. Horklumps are a favorite food of [[Gnome]]s, who can help manage an infestation. Additionally, the venom of the [[Streeler]] is known to be lethal to them. (//[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]//) =====History===== Information on the Horklump is primarily derived from [[Newt Scamander]]'s classic text, //[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]//. In his book, Scamander details their biology and classifies them as "boring," indicating they pose no significant threat and possess no remarkable magical powers. They are generally regarded as a nuisance rather than a danger within the [[Wizarding World]]. =====Role in the Story===== The Horklump is not mentioned or featured in the main narrative of the seven original *Harry Potter* novels. Its existence is part of the wider [[world-building]] of the magical universe, established through supplementary materials. The creature serves to illustrate the more mundane aspects of [[Magizoology]] and the everyday challenges, such as pest control, faced by magical homeowners. =====Behind the Scenes===== * In the video game //[[Hogwarts Legacy]]//, Horklumps are common magical creatures found throughout the [[Scottish Highlands]]. The player character can find and harvest them to acquire **Horklump Juice**, a key ingredient for brewing the [[Wiggenweld Potion]] and other concoctions. (video game)
