Warden

The Wardens are a highly trained group of law enforcement officials within the wizarding community. Their primary responsibility is to protect the wizarding world from those who would misuse or abuse magic, and to ensure that the wizarding world remains hidden from the non-magical world. The Wardens are also responsible for investigating crimes related to dark magic, as well as storing and protecting dangerous magic artifacts.

History

The origins of the Wardens can be traced back to the 9th century, when the wizard Gwion Pendragon united the efforts of several orders of local wizards into a single organization. Pendragon established a standardized training program for these wizards, which eventually became known as the Order of the Hand. The symbol of the Order was a hand held protectively over the world. Over time, the Order of the Hand evolved into what is now known as the Warden.

The Warden have undergone many changes over the centuries. In the early days, Wardens were primarily responsible for enforcing local laws and preventing the misuse of magic within their communities. As the wizarding world became more complex and interconnected, the role of the Warden expanded to encompass a wider range of responsibilities, including the investigation of crimes related to dark magic and the protection of dangerous magic artifacts.

Warden Today

Today, the Warden are highly trained and skilled law enforcement officials who are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the wizarding world. They are educated at several facilities across the world, including the Pendragon Tower Academy in Europe. The training of a Warden is extremely difficult and intensive, and includes courses in advanced spell-casting, defensive magic, and the identification and mitigation of events that might expose the magic community to the non-magical world.

In recent years, the role of the Warden has become even more important as the wizarding world faces new threats and challenges. The Warden are on the front lines of the fight against dark magic and other dangerous forces, and their dedication and skill are essential to the continued safety and security of the wizarding world.

Training

Only a small percentage of wizards and witches can become Wardens, as it requires great talent and skill. The training to become a Warden is known to be incredibly demanding and rigorous, requiring years of intense study and practice. Prospective wardens are usually required to have graduated from a magic school, but some may begin preliminary training as young as 16. The training covers a wide range of skills, including identifying and dispelling curses, recognizing and fighting dark magic, tracking and retrieving dangerous magical artifacts and creatures, and identifying and mitigating threats to the secrecy of the magical community. In addition to classroom studies, Wardens are required to undergo practical training and apprenticeships with experienced Wardens to develop their skills in the field. Due to the dangerous nature of their work, wardens are trained in combat and defense as well. Despite the high regard in which they are held by the wizarding community, Wardens often face great peril and may suffer life-threatening or permanent injuries, or even loose their lives in the course of fulfilling their duties.

Trivia

• Warden can be recognized by their black hooded cloaks with silver hem trimps, as well as a large silver clasp showing the emblem of the Wardens.