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. ======Ivor Gregorovitch====== =====Introduction===== Ivor Gregorovitch was a highly-skilled and famous European [[wandmaker]], considered a contemporary and rival to [[Garrick Ollivander]]. He is notable for crafting the [[wand]] of the [[Bulgarian]] [[Quidditch]] Seeker, [[Viktor Krum]], and for being a one-time master of the [[Elder Wand]]. His possession and subsequent loss of this legendary [[wand]] made him a target of [[Lord Voldemort]], who hunted him down and murdered him during the [[Second Wizarding War]] in his quest for the most powerful [[wand]] in existence. =====Biography===== Gregorovitch established a formidable reputation as a master [[wandmaker]] in continental Europe, with his skills being compared to those of the British master, [[Ollivander]]. One of his notable clients was the international [[Quidditch]] star [[Viktor Krum]], whose [[wand]] was a Gregorovitch creation. At an unknown point in his life, Gregorovitch came into possession of the [[Elder Wand]], one of the three [[Deathly Hallows]]. Unlike previous owners who kept the [[wand]]'s identity a secret, Gregorovitch was indiscreet. He actively spread rumors that he had obtained the legendary [[wand]] and was studying its properties, hoping to use its fame to bolster his own business and reputation. This boasting, however, attracted the attention of a young and ambitious dark wizard, [[Gellert Grindelwald]]. Grindelwald located Gregorovitch's workshop, stunned the [[wandmaker]] from behind, and stole the [[Elder Wand]], becoming its new master. Decades later, during [[Lord Voldemort]]'s search for a [[wand]] that could overcome [[Harry Potter]]'s, his quest led him to the [[Elder Wand]]. After interrogating [[Ollivander]], Voldemort began his hunt for Gregorovitch. He eventually tracked the now-elderly [[wandmaker]] to his workshop. Using [[Legilimency]], Voldemort forcibly extracted Gregorovitch's memory of the young, blond thief who had stolen the [[wand]] from him so many years ago. Having obtained all the information he needed, [[Voldemort]] coldly murdered the terrified Gregorovitch with the [[Killing Curse]], silencing him forever. =====Physical Appearance and Personality===== In his old age, as seen through [[Lord Voldemort]]'s eyes, Gregorovitch was a stout man with thick, white hair and a matching beard. His personality appears to have been ambitious and boastful in his prime, as he was willing to use the dangerous reputation of the [[Elder Wand]] for his own commercial gain. He was also a dedicated researcher of [[wandlore]], attempting to duplicate the [[Elder Wand]]'s properties. In his final moments, however, he was shown to be terrified and desperate, pleading for his life before being murdered by [[Voldemort]]. =====Magical Abilities and Skills===== * **Wandmaking:** Gregorovitch was a master [[wandmaker]] of exceptional skill. [[Garrick Ollivander]] himself acknowledged Gregorovitch as a "fine [[wandmaker]]". His creations were of high quality, sought after by powerful wizards like [[Viktor Krum]]. * **Wandlore:** He possessed a deep knowledge of [[wandlore]], which enabled him to identify and acquire the [[Elder Wand]]. He experimented with the [[wand]], though his goal of replicating its powers was ultimately unsuccessful. =====Possessions===== * **The Elder Wand:** For a time, Gregorovitch was the master of the most powerful [[wand]] ever made. It was his most significant known possession until its theft by [[Gellert Grindelwald]]. * **Wandmaking Workshop:** He owned and operated a workshop where he crafted his wands. This was the location of his murder at the hands of [[Lord Voldemort]]. =====Relationships===== * **[[Garrick Ollivander]]:** A professional rival in the art of [[wandmaking]]. While they respected each other's skills, they held differing views on [[wandlore]] and the nature of wands. * **[[Viktor Krum]]:** A prominent client. Gregorovitch crafted the hornbeam and dragon heartstring [[wand]] used by the famous [[Quidditch]] player. * **[[Gellert Grindelwald]]:** As a young man, Grindelwald targeted Gregorovitch specifically to steal the [[Elder Wand]]. By stealing the [[wand]], Grindelwald became its next master and inadvertently set in motion the chain of events that would lead to Gregorovitch's death decades later. * **[[Lord Voldemort]]:** Gregorovitch's murderer. Voldemort sought him out only for information regarding the [[Elder Wand]]'s whereabouts and killed him without remorse once he had it. =====Etymology===== * **Gregorovitch:** This is a Slavic patronymic surname, meaning "son of Gregor" or "son of Gregory." The name Gregory derives from the Greek //Gregorios//, meaning "watchful" or "vigilant." This is deeply ironic, as he was not vigilant enough to prevent [[Gellert Grindelwald]] from stealing the [[Elder Wand]] from him. The Slavic origin fits his profile as a continental European [[wandmaker]]. * **Ivor:** This first name is not mentioned in the novels. It is of Welsh or Old Norse origin, meaning "bow warrior" or "archer," a fitting name for someone who crafts items from wood used to direct power, similar to a bow. =====Behind the Scenes===== * In the original novels by J.K. Rowling, the character is only ever referred to by his surname, **Gregorovitch**. * In the film adaptation of //[[Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1]]//, he is given the first name **Mykew**. * He was portrayed by Croatian actor Rade Šerbedžija in the film adaptation (film).
