The wand that ultimately killed Lord Voldemort was the Elder Wand, one of the legendary Deathly Hallows. Paradoxically, Voldemort was wielding this very wand during his final duel against Harry Potter, but it refused to harm its true master, Harry, causing Voldemort's own Killing Curse to rebound upon him.
The Elder Wand's Role in Voldemort's Demise
Voldemort believed that possessing the Elder Wand would make him invincible, especially after he "took" it from Albus Dumbledore's tomb. However, he failed to understand the intricate and often misunderstood laws of wand allegiance. The Elder Wand, as a Deathly Hallow, harnessed amazing power challenging all wizards, but its allegiance is not simply gained by taking possession. Harry defeated Voldemort by realizing how wands truly work, showing the Elder Wand's allegiance rules.
Understanding Wand Allegiance
Wand allegiance is a complex magical concept. A wand's loyalty shifts to the wizard who defeats its previous master, not necessarily the one who disarms them. This defeat can happen through various means, not just lethal combat.
- Dumbledore's Mastery: Albus Dumbledore was the true master of the Elder Wand until he was disarmed by Draco Malfoy in the Astronomy Tower.
- Draco's Brief Allegiance: After disarming Dumbledore, Draco unknowingly became the Elder Wand's master.
- Harry's True Mastery: Harry Potter subsequently disarmed Draco Malfoy at Malfoy Manor. This act, despite Harry not physically possessing the Elder Wand at that moment, transferred the wand's allegiance to him.
Therefore, when Voldemort used the Elder Wand against Harry, the wand recognized Harry as its rightful master. It would not permit itself to be used to harm him, especially not to kill him.
The Elder Wand: A Legendary Deathly Hallow
The Elder Wand is one of three mythical artifacts known as the Deathly Hallows, alongside the Resurrection Stone and the Cloak of Invisibility. It is reputed to be the most powerful wand ever created, capable of performing magic that no other wand can.
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