There are a ton of lovable, unforgettable characters to be found in the wizarding world of "Harry Potter," but the big-hearted half-giant Rubeus Hagrid might just be the best of all of them.

Mainly, this is because Hagrid is not just a regular wizard. In the story, Hagrid is a half-giant, and this plays heavily into his storyline. Hagrid's half-blood status makes him something of an ...