Marauder's Map

Solemnly swear that you are up to no good? Then the Marauder's Map, which hides many secrets of Hogwarts Castle, will be revealed to you. The map is an old chart of the castle and its grounds, showing the exact movement of everyone within. Harry received the Marauder's Map in his third year from Fred and George Weasley, and it led him on many adventures. The Harry Potter Marauder's Map collection is full of gift items featuring this beloved motif. Are you interested in learning more about the map, such as who the Marauders were or what the password for the Marauder's Map was? Read on with us.

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The Marauders

The Marauders, or the creators of the Marauder's Map, are known by their nicknames: Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs. These names refer to a group of students from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. By their nicknames, sharp-eyed Harry Potter fans can guess who they were. The Marauders are Remus Lupin (Moony), Peter Pettigrew (Wormtail), Sirius Black (Padfoot), and James Potter (Prongs), all students of Gryffindor. This group centers around James Potter, the father of Harry Potter. It’s no coincidence that the map ended up with Harry. James Potter and Sirius Black were among the brightest students of their year, but they also spent their time playing pranks, often targeting Severus Snape. This is where his enmity toward Harry and his father originated.

Marauder's Map Password

The secrets of the Marauder's Map are not revealed to just anyone at first try; the holder must know the secret password to open it. The password is: I solemnly swear that I am up to no good! Once spoken, the map will reveal Hogwarts and everyone currently within it. The map shows small footprints indicating where each person is and where they are heading. One might say the Marauder's Map is a guide to Hogwarts. To keep the map a secret, it must also be properly "turned off" and closed. For that, another password is needed: Mischief managed.

Marauder's Map, Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marauder's Map called in Czech? The Marauder's Map in Czech is called the Pobertův plánek.
What is the Marauder's Map called in Slovak? In Slovak, the Marauder's Map is called the Záškodnícka mapa.
Who were the Marauders? Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs, also known as Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, Sirius Black, and James Potter.
What is the password for the Marauder's Map? The password to open the map is: I am up to no good. To close the map, the password is: Mischief managed.
From which book is the Marauder's Map? The first mention of the map is in the third book, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.