Sirius Black

Sirius was named after the star Sirius, which is also known as the Dog Star or Great Dog (Canis Major). Located in the Canis Major constellation, it is the brightest star in the sky, often called "scorching," which quite suits his personality. In Egyptian mythology, the star Sirius is where it was believed the souls of humans traveled to after death. The star had such importance that all the temples were built to align with its path across the sky. Archaeologists have discovered that long tunnels or airshafts in the Great Pyramid make the stars visible in the daytime and that the view is the part of the sky where Sirius appears. It is thought that the shafts were meant to guide one's soul to Sirius. This is very interesting considering the manner in which Sirius died.

• "Young Sirius Black" lends his motorcycle to Hagrid to take Harry Potter to The Dursleys.