Neville Longbottom

Neville Longbottomis a fictional character inJ. K. Rowling'sHarry Potterbook series. He is described as a round-facedGryffindorstudent in the central characterHarry Potter's year. Throughout the series, Neville is often portrayed as a bumbling and disorganised character, and a rather mediocre student, though he is highly gifted atHerbology.

However, the character's personality appears to undergo a transition after he joinsDumbledore's ArmyinHarry Potter and The Half Blood Prince.The encouragement he receives gives him confidence in his magical abilities, turning him into a more competent wizard. Eventually, Neville becomes the leader of Dumbledore's Army during Harry,RonandHermione's absence searching for Horcruxes.

Neville is instrumental in the downfall ofLord Voldemortand eventually destroys the finalHorcrux,which allows Harry to defeat The Dark Lord once and for all. Neville is portrayed in the movie adaptations byMatthew Lewis.