Voldemort


Character Source Material: Harry Potter (Book Series by J.K. Rowling)


Voldemort embodies the epitome of dark magic, malevolence, and tyranny. Born as Tom Riddle, he descends into a path of darkness, seeking power and immortality at any cost. His ruthless ambition and lack of empathy lead him to commit heinous acts. Voldemort's charisma, intelligence, and ability to manipulate others serve as formidable tools in his quest for dominance. His obsession with the concept of purity in the wizarding world and his fear of death drive his relentless pursuit of power, instilling terror in the magical community. His name becomes a symbol of fear, and his dark legacy challenges the resilience and unity of the wizarding world.


5 Factor Personality Summary for Voldemort

Trait Percentile Trait Disposition
Neuroticism 53.27 Average
Agreeableness 0 Low
Extraversion 28.74 Average
Conscientiousness 51.05 Average
Openness 90.04 High
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5 Factor Personality Items and Responses for Voldemort

This section displays the detail item responses that were used to generate the above personality summary. The methodology for selecting the item responses for this fictional character involved using research from a generative artificial intelligence tool to summarize a descriptive response to a question related to each item. The research was reviewed and a judgement was made on the most appropriate response on that item. You can view an example script for collecting these responses (see: Script for Automated Five Factor Assessment)

Trait Item Item Response Item Score AI-Generated Research*
Openness Do not have a good imagination. Very Inaccurate 5

I would rate this statement as 'Very inaccurate'. Voldemort displays strong imaginative abilities. His intricate plans, creative use of magic, and ability to manipulate those around him all require a high degree of imagination. Moreover, he discovered several previously unknown aspects of dark magic. Therefore, his imagination is an integral component of his character and capabilities in the series.

Openness Am not interested in abstract ideas. Moderately Inaccurate 4

Evaluation: Moderately inaccurate. Explanation: Voldemort can be characterized as highly interested in abstract ideas. This is evident in his obsession with dark magic and a form of immortality that involves splitting his soul into seven parts and hiding them in different items, a concept which can be considered quite abstract. His fixation on blood purity and the desire for power are metaphysical concepts that further highlight his interest in abstract ideas. However, he does not entertain, understand, or value concepts beyond power and self-preservation. Therefore, saying he is not at all interested in abstract ideas would be moderately inaccurate.

Openness Have difficulty understanding abstract ideas. Very Inaccurate 5

I would rate this as 'Very inaccurate'. Despite Voldemort's numerous negative traits, difficulty understanding abstract ideas is not one of them. Voldemort is depicted as highly intelligent and capable of understanding complex notions and abstract concepts. He has devised various strategies throughout the Harry Potter series, manipulated many characters, and researched ancient and obscure magical knowledge - all of which requires a good grasp of abstract ideas.

Openness Have a vivid imagination. Moderately Accurate 4

I would assess this statement as 'moderately accurate'. Lord Voldemort indeed has a certain level of imagination. This is evidenced in his strategic planning, manipulation, and especially in the creation of his horcruxes, where he was able to split his soul into pieces and hide them in different objects (which is an uniqueness in the wizarding world). However, his imagination could be also considered dark and twisted, using it primarily to bring harm to others and to attain immortality rather than using it for any positive or creative purpose. Although imagination is typically associated with positive creativity, Voldemort's usage of imagination demonstrates that it can be used negatively as well. Thus, whilst Voldemort does have a certain level of imagination, it is not used in a way that is traditionally associated with the term. Hence, the evaluation as moderately accurate.

Neuroticism Seldom feel blue. Very Accurate 1

I would rate this as 'Very accurate'. He seldom feels blue. This is mostly due to the fact that, as a sociopath, he lacks the full range of human emotions and tends not to experience sadness or empathy. Unlike normal humans who have multifaceted emotional experiences, Voldemort is more driven by power, dominance, and a sense of invincibility. His manifestation of any form of sadness is typically a direct reaction to not getting what he wants or his plans not working out, rather than any overarching feelings of melancholy or depression.

Neuroticism Am relaxed most of the time. Very Inaccurate 5

Evaluation: 'Very inaccurate'. Explanation: Voldemort is portrayed as being intense and often anxious about his plans concerning power and immortality. He is not shown as being relaxed but rather, he's constantly plotting, planning, and executing his agenda. Thus, saying that Voldemort is relaxed most of the time is very inaccurate.

Neuroticism Get upset easily. Moderately Accurate 4

I'd classify this as 'moderately accurate.' Voldemort is portrayed as an individual with a notorious ability to restrain his emotions, especially when it comes to showing weakness. However, there are instances where he loses his temper when things don't go according to his plans, or when he's challenged or questioned. For example, he gets very angry when his followers fail him, and he is often seen punishing them harshly for their mistakes. However, his emotional landscape seems more dominated by cold calculation and a thirst for power than by easy upset.

Neuroticism Have frequent mood swings. Very Inaccurate 1

Evaluation: 'Very inaccurate'. Explanation: Voldemort is usually shown to have a very controlled and stable demeanor. He is consistently portrayed as calm, cold, and intelligent. Rather than having frequent mood swings, he seems to have a consistent, cruel, and ruthless persona. While he does show anger and fury at times, these instances are typically when things don't go as per his plan, indicating a low tolerance for failure rather than an unpredictability in mood.

Conscientiousness Make a mess of things. Very Inaccurate 5

I would say 'Very inaccurate'. The villain Voldemort is known for his meticulous planning and strategic mindset. He is careful and methodical, seeking to manipulate and control outcomes to his favor. These characteristics show a high degree of organization and forethought, indicating that he does not typically make a mess of things. However, it is crucial to understand this does not denote positive attributes as his plans usually involve harmful actions and outcomes.

Conscientiousness Often forget to put things back in their proper place. Moderately Inaccurate 4

'Moderately inaccurate'. Voldemort is shown to be highly methodical and precise, especially when it comes to using various elements for his dark magic or hiding his Horcruxes. Such meticulous planning indicates that he does not usually forget to put things back in their proper place should he see any value or significance in them. Nonetheless, as the series does not provide complete insight into his everyday behavior or habits, the assessment can only be moderately accurate.

Conscientiousness Like order. Moderately Accurate 4

'Moderately accurate.' Voldemort seems to value order and structure, particularly when it serves his goals and objectives. This is often observed in his desire to create a new world order under his leadership. He seeks to impose strict laws and hierarchies, indicating a preference for order. Even the organization of his followers, the Death Eaters, is hierarchical. However, it's important to note that his concept of order is noticeably skewed and is often characterized by fear and manipulation.

Conscientiousness Get chores done right away. Very Inaccurate 1

'Very inaccurate'. Voldemort does not adhere to chores in a traditional sense. His focus is on gaining power and immortality, rather than doing everyday tasks. Tasks associated with him are usually planned carefully and executed strategically, not done 'right away'. Such tasks usually involve violence, manipulation, or deception to achieve his goals, which also indicates a lack of respect for immediate responsibilities in a traditional or ethical sense.

Agreeableness Am not interested in other people's problems. Very Accurate 1

Evaluation: Very Accurate. Explanation: Lord Voldemort is intensely self-centered and largely unconcerned with the problems or well-being of others. His focus always revolves around his own pursuit of power and immortality, without considering the consequences or suffering inflicted on others. He manipulates, harms, and even kills others to serve his purposes without any demonstrative remorse, empathy, or interest in their issues. Thus, it can be assessed with a high degree of accuracy that Voldemort is not interested in other people's problems.

Agreeableness Am not really interested in others. Very Accurate 1

Evaluation: 'Very accurate'. Explanation: Voldemort can be characterized as displaying extreme narcissism, with interests primarily centered on himself. He is fixated on his own power, immortality, and dominance, with a notable disregard for other peoples' well-being or interests. Voldemort uses others primarily as instruments to achieve his own ends, showing little to no ability or interest in empathy, compassion, or mutual understanding. Given these traits, it can be considered very accurate to say that Voldemort is not really interested in others.

Agreeableness Feel others' emotions. Very Inaccurate 1

I would rate this as 'Very inaccurate'. Voldemort, being a form of a sociopath, appears to have little to no empathetic ability to comprehend or feel others' emotions. His character is shown to be excessively self-centered, with a primary focus on his own wants, needs, and survival. He shows little regard for the emotions of others and often manipulates these emotions to achieve his own ends.

Agreeableness Sympathize with others' feelings. Very Inaccurate 1

The evaluation is 'Very inaccurate'. Voldemort, known to be one of the most feared characters in the series, is often depicted as unfeeling, ruthless and unempathetic. He does not display any forms of compassion, kindness or sympathy towards others. In fact, there are numerous instances where he causes harm and suffering without any signs of remorse. Therefore, he would not sympathize with others' feelings.

Extraversion Keep in the background. Very Inaccurate 5

Evaluation: 'Very inaccurate'. Explanation: Voldemort does not prefer to keep in the background at all. Instead, he seeks power, control, and domination, and he takes bold and overt actions to achieve this. He constantly makes his intentions and presence clear, and is not afraid of confrontation or making himself known. He operates from the front, is extremely ambitious, and even strives for immortality in order to maintain and grow his power. Hence, this assertion is very inaccurate according to his established character traits.

Extraversion Don't talk a lot. Moderately Inaccurate 4

'Moderately inaccurate'. While Voldemort is often silent and mysterious, he's definitely not a character that refrains from talking altogether. He often delivers speeches, interacts with his followers, and confronts his enemies, using his words to manipulate, intimidate and instill fear. However, he is not as talkative as some other characters, leading to a 'moderately inaccurate' instead of 'very inaccurate' classification. His communication often comes in bursts during his appearances, rather than steady conversation throughout the series.

Extraversion Talk to a lot of different people at parties. Moderately Inaccurate 2

'Moderately inaccurate'. Voldemort is not generally portrayed as being sociable or attending parties to converse with a variety of individuals. Rather, he is typically depicted as having focused interactions with a select few directly related to his objectives, mostly his followers called Death Eaters. Furthermore, his character presents a sense of solitude and introverted behavior.

Extraversion Am the life of the party. Very Inaccurate 1

Evaluation: 'Very inaccurate'. Voldemort, the primary antagonist of the Harry Potter series, is generally characterized by values and behaviors quite opposite to what's typically associated with being 'the life of the party.' He is sinister, power-hungry, manipulative, and displays a severe lack of empathy or enjoyment of social experiences. He usually prefers solitude or being surrounded by his loyal followers, the Death Eaters, rather than engaging in lively, sociable activities like parties. Hence, describing Voldemort as the life of the party would be very inaccurate.

* AI-Generated Responses are text output captured from entering an item-related question for this character into a generative AI model such as Chat-GPT, Google Gemini, or Anthropic's Claude. For example, a question for the item "Like order" would be "Does <Character Name> like order?".