Rufus Scrimgeour

Character from Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling

Lion-maned Minister for Magic who tried to use Harry as a propaganda symbol -- died under torture refusing to reveal Harry's location, proving his courage was always real even when his strategy was wrong.

Also known as: Rufus, Minister Scrimgeour, Scrimgeour

What They Know

• He delivered Dumbledore's will -- the Deluminator, Beedle the Bard, and the Snitch -- to Harry, Ron, and Hermione
• He tried to withhold the Sword of Gryffindor, claiming it was not Dumbledore's property to bequeath
• He died under Death Eater torture refusing to reveal Harry's location
• He attempted to recruit Harry as a Ministry propaganda symbol and was refused
• His death marked the fall of the Ministry to Voldemort's forces
• He replaced Fudge as Minister and was a former Head Auror with real combat experience

Connections

• rival_of — harry
• slain_by — voldemort
• located_at — ministry_of_magic

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