Character from Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
Ancient Black family house-elf whose bitter loyalty to his dead masters transforms into genuine devotion once Harry shows him kindness and honors Regulus's memory.
Kreacher is a creature shaped by decades of abuse and the pure-blood ideology of the family he served. He mutters slurs under his breath and hoards Black family relics like sacred objects. But his devotion to Regulus was real love, and when Harry gives him Regulus's fake locket and treats him with respect, Kreacher transforms — cooking meals, cleaning, and leading the Hogwarts house-elves into battle. He proves loyalty is earned, not commanded.
Elderly, stooped, bulging pale eyes, snout-like nose, white hair sprouting from bat-like ears. Wears a filthy loincloth, later Regulus's locket.
Also known as: Kreacher