Cliodna

Cliodne
Biographical information
Born	Medieval Ireland
Died	Medieval times
Physical information
Species	Human
Gender	Female
Skin colour	White
Magical characteristics
Animagus	Sea Bird
Affiliation
Occupation	Druidess

Cliodne was a famous Irish druidess who lived in Medieval times. An Animagus with the ability to turn into a sea bird, she was aided by three magical birds that cured the sick by singing them to sleep. It was also said that she could turn into a wave. She also discovered the properties of Moondew. Cliodne appeared on a Chocolate Frog Card.

In September of 1991, Harry Potter picked up a Chocolate Frog Card with a picture of Cliodne, who was scratching her nose.

Magical abilities and skills

• Potioneer: Cliodne was skilled with potions, discovering a new ingridient.
• Animagus: She was also a master of transfiguration, turning herself into a sea bird.

Behind the scenes

• In Irish mythology, Cliodne was a goddess of love and beauty, said to have three brightly coloured birds whose song healed the sick. She left Tir Tairngire to be with her mortal lover, Ciabhán, but drowned as she slept in Glandore harbour in County Cork.

Appearances

• Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Mentioned only) (Appears on a Famous Wizard Card)
• Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game) (Appears on a Famous Wizard Card)
• Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (video game) (Appears on a Famous Wizard Card)