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| − | {{Quote|The oldest recorded merpeople were known as sirens (Greece) and it is in warmer waters that we find the beautiful mermaids |
+ | {{Quote|The oldest recorded merpeople were known as sirens (Greece) and it is in warmer waters that we find the beautiful mermaids more frequently depicted in Muggle literature and painting. The selkies of Scotland and the Merrows of Ireland are less beautiful, but they share that love of music which is common to all merpeople.|[[Newton Scamander]], ''[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]''|Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (real)}} |
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+ | '''Merpeople''' are sentient [[beast]]s that live [[water|underwater]], and are found all over the world. Their customs and habits are mysterious, and, like the [[centaur]]s, were offered the [[being]] status but refused in favour of beast, as they didn't want to be placed in a status with [[Hags]] and [[Vampires]]. Merpeople can breathe above the waves for a time, but it is unclear if they can ever truly leave their habitat. |
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+ | [[File:One_of_the_Merpeople_of_Hogwarts_Lake_(Concept_Artwork)~2.jpg|thumb|Selkie Mermaid in Hogwarts Lake.]] |
| − | {{Quote|Here and there at the dark windows, Harry saw faces...faces that bore no resemblance at all to the painting of the mermaid in the prefects’ bathroom... The merpeople had grayish skin and long, wild, dark green hair. Their eyes were yellow, as were their broken teeth, and they wore thick ropes of pebbles around their necks.|Harry Potter compares the selkies of Black Lake to a portrait depicting their warmer watered cousins.|Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire}} |
+ | {{Quote|Here and there at the dark windows, Harry saw faces...faces that bore no resemblance at all to the painting of the mermaid in the prefects’ bathroom... The merpeople had grayish skin and long, wild, dark green hair. Their eyes were yellow, as were their broken teeth, and they wore thick ropes of pebbles around their necks.|Harry Potter compares the selkies of Black Lake to a [[Portrait of a mermaid|portrait depicting their warmer watered cousins]].|Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire}} |
| + | [[File:MermaidHP1.jpg|thumb|left|215px|A selkie in the Hogwarts lake.]] |
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| ⚫ | Merpeople are creatures resembling half-[[human]], half-fish hybrids (though they are not, in actuality, [[half-breed]]s). Like humans, merpeople come in a variety of appearances,<ref name=FB /> though colours uncommon in humans appear to be widespread in merpeople. For instance, the majority of the [[Black Lake Merpeople colony]] had green hair, yellow eyes, and grey skin, all traits that would be very uncommon, if not impossible, for a human to naturally possess. Merpeople also seem to be taller than humans, with seven feet appearing to not be an unusual height, at least for a [[selkie]].<ref name=GOF26>''[[Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire]]'' - Chapter 26 (''The Second Task'')</ref> |
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| ⚫ | Merpeople are creatures resembling half-[[human]], half-fish hybrids (though they are not, in actuality, [[half-breed]]s). Like humans, merpeople come in a variety of appearances,<ref name="FB" /> though colours uncommon in humans appear to be widespread in merpeople. For instance, the majority of the [[Black Lake Merpeople colony]] had green hair, yellow eyes, and grey skin, all traits that would be very uncommon, if not impossible, for a human to naturally possess. Merpeople also seem to be taller than humans, with seven feet appearing to not be an unusual height, at least for a [[selkie]].<ref name="GOF26">''[[Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire]]'' - Chapter 26 (''The Second Task'')</ref> |
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| ⚫ | Merpeople are divided up into various sub-species or races, depending on where they live. The earliest merpeople lived in [[Greece]], and were known as [[siren]]s. In modern times, those merpeople living in warmer waters take on a more beautiful appearance, while those in colder waters, such as the selkies of [[Scotland]] and the [[Merrow]]s of [[Ireland]], are less attractive.<ref name=FB /> |
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| ⚫ | Merpeople are divided up into various sub-species or races, depending on where they live. The earliest merpeople lived in [[Greece]], and were known as [[siren]]s. In modern times, those merpeople living in warmer waters take on a more beautiful appearance, while those in colder waters, such as the selkies of [[Scotland]] and the [[Merrow]]s of [[Ireland]], are less attractive.<ref name="FB" /> |
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+ | [[File:YEMANJA RAINHA DO MAR (85).jpg|thumb|100px|A [[Portrait of a mermaid|portrait of a Siren]]]] |
| + | Merpeople are a sapient species, and would qualify for full [[being]] status if they did not, as a race, reject the classification. Their exact level of intelligence as compared to humans is unknown, however, they possess many traits beyond those of mere animals. Merpeople have a developed language, [[Mermish]], and have even created music (which they are known, as a whole, to be fond of). |
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| ⚫ | Evidence that the Merpeople have a thriving culture is that they live in highly organised communities, some containing elaborate dwellings made of stone, and have been known to domesticate creatures such as the [[Grindylow]], [[Hippocampus]], and [[Lobalug]] (the latter being used as makeshift weaponry).<ref name="FB" /> Other signs of their intelligence include jewellery and weapon making, production of art (both paintings and statues), and an ability to understand basic communication via gestures.<ref name="GOF26" /> |
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| ⚫ | The history of merpeople's relations with [[wizardkind]], or at least the wizarding [[Great Britain|British]] government, are somewhat rocky. [[Chief of the Wizards' Council|Chief]] [[Elfrida Clagg]] refused to accept merpeople as beings under her definition of the term as those who could "speak the human tongue", with Mermish not being considered adequate as it could not be understood above water. This decision upset both the merpeople and their allies the [[centaur]]s. Though they were allowed being status under [[Minister for Magic|Minister]] [[Grogan Stump]] revised [[1810s|1811]] definition of the term, they would eventually request to be treated as beasts once more, objecting to the fact that such Dark creatures as [[hag]]s and [[vampire]]s also claimed that status.<ref name=FB /> |
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| ⚫ | Despite being considered beasts at the time, a delegation of merpeople was persuaded to attend the [[1690s|1692]] summit of the [[International Confederation of Wizards]], where they would help decide what to do on the matter of hiding the existence of various magical creatures from [[Muggle]] comprehension.<ref name=FB /> |
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| + | [[File:Tumblr_mt4y69qckd1qarxvjo8_250.gif|frame|left|A merperson threatens [[Harry Potter]]]] |
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| ⚫ | The history of merpeople's relations with [[wizardkind]], or at least the wizarding [[Great Britain|British]] government, are somewhat rocky. [[Chief of the Wizards' Council|Chief]] [[Elfrida Clagg]] refused to accept merpeople as beings under her definition of the term as those who could "speak the human tongue", with Mermish not being considered adequate as it could not be understood above water. This decision upset both the merpeople and their allies the [[centaur]]s. Though they were allowed being status under [[Minister for Magic|Minister]] [[Grogan Stump]] revised [[1810s|1811]] definition of the term, they would eventually request to be treated as beasts once more, objecting to the fact that such Dark creatures as [[hag]]s and [[vampire]]s also claimed that status.<ref name="FB" /> |
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| ⚫ | Despite being considered beasts at the time, a delegation of merpeople was persuaded to attend the [[1690s|1692]] summit of the [[International Confederation of Wizards]], where they would help decide what to do on the matter of hiding the existence of various magical creatures from [[Muggle]] comprehension.<ref name="FB" /> |
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At some point in the [[1800s]], [[Mirabella Plunkett]], a witch, fell in [[love]] with a [[Unidentified Merman|merman]] living in [[Loch Lomond]]. When her family disapproved of their marriage, she [[Transfiguration|Transfigured]] herself into a [[haddock]] and vanished.<ref>''[[Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game)]]''</ref> |
At some point in the [[1800s]], [[Mirabella Plunkett]], a witch, fell in [[love]] with a [[Unidentified Merman|merman]] living in [[Loch Lomond]]. When her family disapproved of their marriage, she [[Transfiguration|Transfigured]] herself into a [[haddock]] and vanished.<ref>''[[Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game)]]''</ref> |
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==Behind the scenes== |
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*According to [[Wizards' Ordinary Magic and Basic Aptitude Test|W.O.M.B.A.T.]], it is possible that freshwater merpeople are less warlike than salt-water merpeople. |
*According to [[Wizards' Ordinary Magic and Basic Aptitude Test|W.O.M.B.A.T.]], it is possible that freshwater merpeople are less warlike than salt-water merpeople. |
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*In ''[[LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4]]'', the merpeople actually attack, whereas in the film and book they only confronted Harry when he tried to take more than his own hostage, but even then they only threatened to attack. |
*In ''[[LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4]]'', the merpeople actually attack, whereas in the film and book they only confronted Harry when he tried to take more than his own hostage, but even then they only threatened to attack. |
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*In the handheld versions of ''[[LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7]]'', there are merpeople living in the [[Forest of Dean]] lake. |
*In the handheld versions of ''[[LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7]]'', there are merpeople living in the [[Forest of Dean]] lake. |
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| + | *In J.K Rowling's original plan, the Merpeople were to first appear in ''[[Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets]]'', with Harry and Ron first meeting them when the [[Flying Ford Anglia|Ford Anglia]] crashed into the Great Lake instead of the [[Whomping Willow]]. However, as the writing process continued, Rowling found it more satisfying and "less distracting" for the Ford Anglia to crash into the Willow. |
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*''[[Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (video game)]]'' {{Mention}} |
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*''[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (real)|Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]'' |
*''[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (real)|Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them]]'' |
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| + | *''[[Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (film trilogy)]]''<ref>[http://www.ew.com/article/2015/11/05/fantastic-beasts-creatures-list Fantastic Beasts: 7 creatures we expect]</ref> |
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Revision as of 05:38, 19 November 2015
- "The oldest recorded merpeople were known as sirens (Greece) and it is in warmer waters that we find the beautiful mermaids more frequently depicted in Muggle literature and painting. The selkies of Scotland and the Merrows of Ireland are less beautiful, but they share that love of music which is common to all merpeople."
- — Newton Scamander, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them[src]
Merpeople are sentient beasts that live underwater, and are found all over the world. Their customs and habits are mysterious, and, like the centaurs, were offered the being status but refused in favour of beast, as they didn't want to be placed in a status with Hags and Vampires. Merpeople can breathe above the waves for a time, but it is unclear if they can ever truly leave their habitat.
Description
Selkie Mermaid in Hogwarts Lake.
- "Here and there at the dark windows, Harry saw faces...faces that bore no resemblance at all to the painting of the mermaid in the prefects’ bathroom... The merpeople had grayish skin and long, wild, dark green hair. Their eyes were yellow, as were their broken teeth, and they wore thick ropes of pebbles around their necks."
- — Harry Potter compares the selkies of Black Lake to a portrait depicting their warmer watered cousins.[src]
A selkie in the Hogwarts lake.
Merpeople are creatures resembling half-human, half-fish hybrids (though they are not, in actuality, half-breeds). Like humans, merpeople come in a variety of appearances,[1] though colours uncommon in humans appear to be widespread in merpeople. For instance, the majority of the Black Lake Merpeople colony had green hair, yellow eyes, and grey skin, all traits that would be very uncommon, if not impossible, for a human to naturally possess. Merpeople also seem to be taller than humans, with seven feet appearing to not be an unusual height, at least for a selkie.[2]
Merpeople are divided up into various sub-species or races, depending on where they live. The earliest merpeople lived in Greece, and were known as sirens. In modern times, those merpeople living in warmer waters take on a more beautiful appearance, while those in colder waters, such as the selkies of Scotland and the Merrows of Ireland, are less attractive.[1]
Society and culture
Merpeople are a sapient species, and would qualify for full being status if they did not, as a race, reject the classification. Their exact level of intelligence as compared to humans is unknown, however, they possess many traits beyond those of mere animals. Merpeople have a developed language, Mermish, and have even created music (which they are known, as a whole, to be fond of).
Evidence that the Merpeople have a thriving culture is that they live in highly organised communities, some containing elaborate dwellings made of stone, and have been known to domesticate creatures such as the Grindylow, Hippocampus, and Lobalug (the latter being used as makeshift weaponry).[1] Other signs of their intelligence include jewellery and weapon making, production of art (both paintings and statues), and an ability to understand basic communication via gestures.[2]
History
The merpeople date back to ancient Greece, where they were first known as sirens. By the modern era, however, merpeople have spread worldwide.[1]
A merperson threatens Harry Potter
The history of merpeople's relations with wizardkind, or at least the wizarding British government, are somewhat rocky. Chief Elfrida Clagg refused to accept merpeople as beings under her definition of the term as those who could "speak the human tongue", with Mermish not being considered adequate as it could not be understood above water. This decision upset both the merpeople and their allies the centaurs. Though they were allowed being status under Minister Grogan Stump revised 1811 definition of the term, they would eventually request to be treated as beasts once more, objecting to the fact that such Dark creatures as hags and vampires also claimed that status.[1]
Female Selkie
Despite being considered beasts at the time, a delegation of merpeople was persuaded to attend the 1692 summit of the International Confederation of Wizards, where they would help decide what to do on the matter of hiding the existence of various magical creatures from Muggle comprehension.[1]
At some point in the 1800s, Mirabella Plunkett, a witch, fell in love with a merman living in Loch Lomond. When her family disapproved of their marriage, she Transfigured herself into a haddock and vanished.[3]
A colony of merpeople lived in the Black Lake on the grounds of Hogwarts Castle. These merpeople played a role in the history of Hogwarts School, most notably consenting to be the major obstacles of the Second Task of the 1994 Triwizard Tournament.
Behind the scenes
- According to W.O.M.B.A.T., it is possible that freshwater merpeople are less warlike than salt-water merpeople.
- In LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4, the merpeople actually attack, whereas in the film and book they only confronted Harry when he tried to take more than his own hostage, but even then they only threatened to attack.
- In the handheld versions of LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7, there are merpeople living in the Forest of Dean lake.
- In J.K Rowling's original plan, the Merpeople were to first appear in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, with Harry and Ron first meeting them when the Ford Anglia crashed into the Great Lake instead of the Whomping Willow. However, as the writing process continued, Rowling found it more satisfying and "less distracting" for the Ford Anglia to crash into the Willow.
Appearances
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- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (First appearance)
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (film)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (video game) (Mentioned only)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (video game) (Mentioned only)
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (film trilogy)[4]
- Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Book
- LEGO Harry Potter: Building the Magical World
- LEGO Harry Potter: Characters of the Magical World
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 (Handheld versions only)
- Harry Potter LEGO Sets
- Pottermore
Notes and references
| Magical creatures by classification | |
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| X | Flobberworm · Horklump |
| XX | Augurey · Bowtruckle · Chizpurfle · Clabbert · Diricawl · Fairy · Ghoul · Gnome · Grindylow · Imp · Jobberknoll · Mooncalf · Porlock · Puffskein · Ramora · Winged horse |
| XXX | Ashwinder · Billywig · Bundimun · Crup · Doxy · Dugbog · Fire crab · Fwooper · Glumbumble · Hippocampus · Hippogriff · Hodag · Jarvey · Knarl · Kneazle · Leprechaun · Lobalug · Mackled Malaclaw · Moke · Murtlap · Niffler · Nogtail · Pixie · Plimpy · Pogrebin · Red Cap · Salamander · Sea serpent · Shrake · Streeler · Winged horse |
| XXXX | Centaur · Demiguise · Erkling · Erumpent · Golden Snidget · Graphorn · Griffin · Hidebehind · Kappa · Kelpie · Merperson · Occamy · Phoenix · Re'em · Runespoor · Snallygaster · Sphinx · Tebo · Thestral · Thunderbird · Troll · Unicorn · Winged horse · Yeti |
| XXXXX | Acromantula · Basilisk · Chimaera · Dragon · Horned Serpent · Lethifold · Manticore · Nundu · Quintaped · Wampus cat · Werewolf |