Desmond Parker

* Current
* Adult
* Young

"*There's no nobility in poverty.*"
―Desmond about his desire to rise up.
Desmond Parker is a half-blood wizard born into a working-class family in England on October 1st, 1951. He is the only child of Christopher and Bethany Parker (née Mills) and grew up in the working-class neighborhood of Camden Town, London. Growing up, Desmond was determined to make something of himself and rise above his humble beginnings. This drive and ambition led him to become a young entrepreneur, founding his own "company", the Old Firm, in 1965.

Desmond is a charismatic and witty young man with a close circle of friends and a large amount of self-confidence. He is well-known for his quick wit and sense of humor, which he uses to charm and disarm those around him. Despite his friendly and outgoing demeanor, Desmond is also highly ambitious and manipulative, constantly using those around him to achieve his own goals. He is also known for his flexible sense of morality, which allows him to justify his illegal activities, such as bookmaking and smuggling contraband items. He was a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and sorted into the Gryffindor house.

## Synopsis

Desmond Parker is a complex individual with a multifaceted personality. On the surface, he presents himself as a charismatic, friendly, and witty young man with a close-knit group of friends and a high level of self-confidence. He is often the life of the party and is known for his quick wit and ability to tell a good joke.

However, beneath this exterior lies a highly ambitious and manipulative individual with a flexible sense of morality. He is not above using those around him to achieve his own goals or to entertain himself when faced with boredom. Instead of using his intelligence in conventional ways, he uses his brainpower to hatch illegal schemes, which have put him in various risky situations.

Despite his illegal activities, Desmond is able to think on his feet and outsmart his antagonists when faced with difficult situations. He is a skilled manipulator, able to charm and deceive others to get what he wants. He is not averse to taking risks, but his intelligence and strategic thinking often allow him to navigate these situations with minimal repercussions.

In short, Desmond is a young man with a lot of potential, but his ambition and flexible morality have led him down a path of illegal activities. He is a highly intelligent and strategic thinker, who uses his skills to achieve his own goals, often at the expense of others.

## Physical appearance

Desmond Parker is a dark-haired young man in his mid-teen years, with a pale and unblemished complexion. His dark brown, almost black hair falls in a smooth curtain around his face, with a few strands falling forward across his forehead, sweeping slightly to the left just before they reach his eyes. His eyes are a striking feature, with a chilling color and emotion that can be unsettling to those who meet him. He is a relatively handsome young man and he is well aware of this fact, often using his looks to his advantage in his interactions with others.

When he speaks, the distinct tones of a Cockney accent can be detected, revealing his working-class roots from Camden Town, London. He is confident and well-spoken, but his accent can be a reminder of his humble beginnings. He carries himself with a certain air of mystery, his demeanor often reserved and guarded. He is not one to let his guard down easily, and it can be difficult to read his true intentions. Despite his reserved nature, he is a skilled manipulator, able to charm and deceive others when it suits him.

Desmond Parker is often seen wearing the uniform of Hogwarts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry during school hours. The uniform, characterized by its scarlet and gold colors, is a clear indication of his sorting into the Gryffindor house. He can be seen wearing a grey tweed blazer over a grey tweed waistcoat that is edged in gold and scarlet. Underneath the waistcoat, he wears a crisp white Oxford shirt, buttoned from the belt-line to the collar and accentuated with a scarlet tie that has narrow gold stripes. The shirt is tucked neatly into matching grey tweed trousers, held up by a pair of braces and falling to the tops of his black boots. Over all of this, he wears a voluminous black robe that is lined in soft Gryffindor Scarlet fabric. The robe is unadorned except for a scarlet maned golden lion that stands rampant over a scarlet background with gold fret sewn over the heart, symbolizing the house of Gryffindor. This attire showcases his pride and loyalty towards his house and the Hogwarts institution.

Outside of school hours, Desmond can often be seen wearing a three-piece tweed suit, usually in shades of grey or black. The suit is tailored to perfection, accentuating his tall and lean frame. He often pairs it with a crisp white dress shirt and a tie, completing the look with a pair of black boots. This attire reflects his attention to detail and desire to present himself in a professional and polished manner.

## Skills & Abilities

* **Potioneering —** Potioneering is a skill that came quite naturally to Desmond from the moment he brewed his first potion. He quickly discovered a passion for the art of potion-making and takes great pride in his craft. He sees this skill as one of his most valuable assets and has even been selected to participate in Professor Mordecai's esteemed potion club, where he learned from some of the best Potioneers in Hogwarts for a short period of time. Desmond's ability to understand the intricacies of potion-making and his drive to perfect his craft has made him a skilled Potioneer, able to create powerful and complex potions with ease."
* **Transfiguration —** Desmond initially had a strong dislike for Transfiguration, as the process seemed too slow and tedious for his eager twelve-year-old mind. However, as he grew older, he came to appreciate the value of patience and experience in mastering the skill. As a result, his Transfiguration skills have become a valuable asset in his criminal activities, allowing him to transform and conceal contraband and conceal any traces of his illegal activities. He now aspires to become an Animagus in the near future.
* **Boxing —** Boxing, a sport that requires discipline and control, was where Desmond found his passion. He began training at the age of eight as a way to channel his magical outbursts and find physical relief. However, it was through boxing that Desmond was first exposed to the criminal world and learned the ins and outs of bookmaking. He was an accomplished boxer who participated in numerous events until the age of fifteen. Due to his short-lived career, Desmond has a preference for hand-to-hand combat over duelling.
* **Strategic thinking —** Desmond's strategic thinking is closely linked to his skill in boxing. He always strives to be one step ahead in every situation and employs his strategic abilities to achieve this. As a result, he is able to outsmart and outplay opponents in any field, whether it be sports or real-life situations.
* **Penmanship —** Desmond's penmanship is a skill that he has developed over time, with the goal of becoming a well-known journalist for the Daily Prophet, following in his father's footsteps. However, as he became more deeply involved in the criminal world, his aspirations of becoming a journalist faded away. Nevertheless, his ability to write remained valuable. Desmond uses his written words as a tool to manipulate and gain control of any situation he finds himself in.

## Relationships

**Adam Folwell:** Desmond Parker and Adam Folwell have a long-standing friendship that began during their childhood in Camden Town. They brought their friendship to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. They founded a secret in-school bookmaking company called "The Old Firm" during their second year at the school. Despite the risky nature of their illegal activities, Desmond and Adam's friendship remained strong, and they were able to rely on each other for support and guidance. They worked together to solve the Mystery of the Astronomy Tower alongside Perseus Black and William Potter. Their friendship is built on mutual respect and understanding, and they have a deep loyalty to each other.

**Alistair Rosier:** Desmond and Alistair's rivalry began when they met during their fourth and fifth years at Hogwarts, respectively. Initially, they had a mutual admiration for each other, but as they spent more time together, their differences became more pronounced. Alistair, being a pureblood Slytherin, saw Desmond, a halfblood, as inferior and beneath him. Despite this, Alistair was impressed by Desmond's intelligence and ambition, and saw him as a worthy rival. However, their relationship took a dark turn when Alistair's friend, Nicholas Gaunt, killed a student and Alistair attempted to frame Desmond for the murder. Alistair then plotted to kill Desmond. He ambushed Desmond in the Shrieking Shack, accompanied by Nicholas Gaunt, but Desmond was saved by Perseus Black, the two fought Alistair and Nicholas in a legendary wizarding duel that left all involved unconscious.

**Genesis Cox:** Desmond and Genesis met during their first year at Hogwarts and quickly became friends due to their shared love of Quidditch and their similar personalities. As they spent more time together, they began to develop romantic feelings for each other and started dating at the end of their second year. Despite their strong connection, their relationship was not without its challenges. Desmond was involved in illegal activities such as bookmaking and smuggling contraband items, which he kept secret from Genesis. This caused tension between them as Genesis felt that Desmond was not being open and honest with her. Additionally, Desmond's reclusiveness about his illegal schemes and a plot to end his life caused Genesis to worry about his safety and trust in him. Despite their best efforts, the couple eventually split up at the end of their fourth year, with Genesis feeling hurt and betrayed. Though they did not end on good terms, they will always hold a special place in each other's hearts.

**Perseus Black:** Desmond and Perseus formed a strong friendship during their first year at Hogwarts. Despite coming from vastly different backgrounds, they bonded over their shared love of Quidditch and their desire to solve the mystery of the Astronomy Tower. Desmond, a charismatic and ambitious halfblood, admired Percy's intelligence and compassionate nature, while Percy appreciated Desmond's quick wit and problem-solving skills. Together, they worked to uncover the truth behind the Astronomy Tower incident and their friendship only grew stronger as a result. Despite the challenges they faced and the pressure of their families' expectations, they supported each other throughout their time at Hogwarts and their friendship remains strong to this day.

**William Potter:** Desmond Parker and William Potter have a close and strong friendship that began in their early years at Hogwarts, despite their different backgrounds as a halfblood and pureblood respectively. They bonded over their shared love of learning and curiosity about the world around them. William views Desmond as a strategic mastermind due to his intelligence and ability to come up with well thought-out plans, and Desmond appreciates William's abilities as a Seer, which allows him to predict future events. They worked together alongside Perseus Black and Adam Folwell to uncover the Mystery of the Astronomy Tower. The two have a mutual respect and understanding of each other's strengths and weaknesses, and they are dedicated to using their talents for the greater good.

**Zoë Foreman:** Desmond and Zoë's relationship starts off as a professional one, with Desmond hiring Zoë as a bookkeeper for their secret bookmaking business. However, as they work together, they begin to develop a close friendship. Zoë's charm and grace make her easy to get along with, and Desmond appreciates her intelligence and dedication to their business. Despite their different backgrounds and upbringings, the two find common ground in their ambition and willingness to bend the rules to achieve their goals.