Character from Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
Imposing half-giant headmistress of Beauxbatons Academy, elegant and proud, who denies her giant heritage publicly but found kinship with Hagrid over their shared secret.
Madame Maxime navigates the wizarding world's prejudice against giants by insisting she is merely 'big-boned,' a denial that frustrates Hagrid and protects her career. She is sophisticated, multilingual, and commands her students with effortless authority. Her connection with Hagrid is genuine — they traveled together to negotiate with the giants — but she is too proud and too aware of the social cost to fully embrace what they share. She is brave and competent, just more guarded than Hagrid could ever understand.
Extremely tall — as big as Hagrid. Handsome olive-skinned face, large dark eyes. Dressed in black satin, opals at her throat. Carries herself with regal dignity.
Also known as: Maxime, Madame Maxime, Olympe