Edward Remus Lupin

Edward “Teddy” Remus Lupin is the orphan son of Remus Lupin and Nymphadora Tonks, born in the final months of the Second Wizarding War. A Metamorphmagus like his mother, Teddy's parents were both killed during the Battle of Hogwarts, leaving him in the care of his maternal grandmother, Andromeda Tonks. As the godson of Harry Potter, Teddy grew up with a close, familial relationship to both the Potter family and the Weasley family, representing a new generation of hope and life in the aftermath of the war.

Birth and Infancy Teddy Lupin was born in April 1998. His father, Remus Lupin, had been deeply concerned that his son would inherit his lycanthropy, a fear that proved to be unfounded. Instead, Teddy was born a Metamorphmagus, inheriting his mother's rare magical ability to change his physical appearance at will. His birth brought great joy to the members of the Order of the Phoenix during a dark period of the war. Shortly after his birth, his parents named Harry Potter as his godfather. Following the deaths of Remus Lupin and Nymphadora Tonks at the Battle of Hogwarts in May 1998, the infant Teddy was left an orphan. He was subsequently raised by his maternal grandmother, Andromeda Tonks, with significant and frequent involvement from his godfather, Harry Potter. Later Life The epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, set on 1 September 2017, provides a glimpse into Teddy's life as a young adult. At nineteen years old, he is seen at King's Cross Station sharing a farewell with his girlfriend, Victoire Weasley. It is mentioned by James Sirius Potter that Teddy comes to dine with the Potter family approximately four times a week, highlighting his integration into his godfather's family. Harry Potter reflects that it is as if Teddy is “part of the family,” ensuring he never felt the isolation of being an orphan as Harry himself had.

As a Metamorphmagus, Teddy's physical appearance is fluid and changes with his will or mood. As an infant, his hair was seen to change color from black to ginger to turquoise within moments of his birth. His adult appearance is not described in detail, but his ability remains a defining feature. While his personality is not extensively explored in the novels, his frequent visits to the Potter household suggest he is sociable, loving, and well-adjusted. He is shown to have a romantic relationship with Victoire Weasley, and James Sirius Potter's teasing about them “snogging” implies a normal, carefree young adulthood.

• Metamorphmagus: Teddy's most prominent magical ability is being a Metamorphmagus, a rare, innate talent for Transfiguration that allows him to alter his appearance at will. This was demonstrated from the moment of his birth.
• Hogwarts Education: Teddy attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. While his specific magical achievements are not detailed in the novels, his acceptance into the school indicates he possessed sufficient magical talent.

No specific magical objects or possessions belonging to Teddy Lupin are mentioned in the seven canonical novels. It can be assumed he would have inherited any remaining possessions from his parents.

• Family: Teddy is the son of Remus Lupin and Nymphadora Tonks. He was named in honor of his maternal grandfather, Ted Tonks, who was murdered by Snatchers shortly before his birth. He was raised by his grandmother, Andromeda Tonks, after his parents' deaths.
• Godfather and His Family: Harry Potter is Teddy's godfather and played an active and central role in his life, treating him as a son. Teddy is extremely close to Ginny Weasley and their children, James Sirius Potter, Albus Severus Potter, and Lily Luna Potter, who view him as an older brother.
• The Weasley Family: In addition to his close bond with the Potters, Teddy is shown to be a part of the extended Weasley family. He is in a romantic relationship with Victoire Weasley, the eldest daughter of Bill Weasley and Fleur Delacour.

• Edward: A traditional English name meaning “wealthy guardian.” It is almost certainly in honor of his maternal grandfather, Ted Tonks, whose full name was Edward Tonks.
• Remus: His middle name is a tribute to his father, Remus Lupin. The name itself is famously associated with the co-founder of Rome in Roman mythology, who, along with his twin Romulus, was suckled by a she-wolf. This directly alludes to his father's condition as a werewolf.
• Lupin: The surname is derived from the Latin lupinus, meaning “of or pertaining to a wolf,” another direct reference to his family's connection with lycanthropy.

• J.K. Rowling has revealed additional information about Teddy in interviews and on social media. She confirmed that he was sorted into Hufflepuff House, the same as his mother, and that he was made Head Boy in his seventh year at Hogwarts (J.K. Rowling interview).
• She has also explicitly stated that Teddy did not inherit his father's lycanthropy, but only his mother's Metamorphmagus abilities (J.K. Rowling interview).
• An actor was cast to play Teddy Lupin in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, but his scene in the epilogue was cut from the final version of the film (film).