Harry Potter · Character
Viktor Krum
Also known as Krum, Viktor, Mr. Krum
- Major
- First seen · Book 4 · Ch. 4
Viktor Krum is a major character in Harry Potter (Book 4).
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 4 · Ch. 4
- Books
- 1
Description
A tall, thin, sallow-skinned young man with a large curved, hooked nose, thick black eyebrows, and a sharp, surly face. He is round-shouldered and slightly duck-footed, with a brooding, bird-of-prey appearance. His clothing varies by occasion, including Durmstrang robes and heavy furs.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Hermione Grangerconflicting source relationships
Hermione speaks warmly of Krum and says he is nice and enjoys being at Hogwarts; their closeness makes Ron jealous.
Ron Weasleyconflicting source relationships
Ron greatly admires Krum as one of the world’s best Seekers and eagerly watches him, seeks his autograph, and hopes he might sit with the Gryffindors.
- IK
Igor Karkaroffstudent
Karkaroff is Krum’s headmaster and brings him to the champion-selection meeting. After Karkaroff protests Harry’s selection, he beckons Krum to leave with him.
Harry Potterconflicting source relationships
Krum attacks Cedric with the Cruciatus Curse in the maze. Harry stuns Krum to stop him and calls for help rather than leave him helpless.
- AL
Aidan Lynchopposing Seeker
Krum and Lynch compete as the teams’ Seekers. Krum uses a Wronski feint that causes Lynch to crash, then catches the Snitch, securing Bulgaria’s loss by a narrow final score.
Story so far
BOOK 4Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Key events
- Book 4
Ch. 19The First Task: DragonsHarry faces a Hungarian Horntail dragon in the first Triwizard task, using the Summoning Charm to retrieve his Firebolt and the golden egg. - Book 4
Ch. 22The Yule BallThe Triwizard champions and students attend a formal dance, where romantic tensions rise and Hagrid's giant heritage is revealed. - Book 4
Ch. 25The Second Task: The Black LakeHarry rescues Ron and Gabrielle Delacour from the merpeople in the Black Lake, demonstrating selflessness by staying to help others beyond his hostage.
Appearances
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