Shape-shifters are descendants of ancient Quileute tribe spirit warriors. Taha Aki transformed tribe members into giant wolves during leadership. Only Leah Clearwater is known female shape-shifter
The Wild Hunt is actually an Aen Elle elves led by Eredin Bréacc Glas. They were created to capture slaves from other worlds for the Alder Folk. The elves used skeletal armor and black steeds to appear as wraiths. They traveled primarily in spectral form, using Naglfar ship and projections
Sauron gave nine Rings of Power to mortal Men in Second Age (1697). Three of the Nine were Númenorean lords. They gained power, became invisible, and lived unending lives. First appeared around S.A. 2251 as Sauron's principal servants
Melkor was the most powerful Ainur created by Ilúvatar. He disrupted the Music of the Ainur and defied Ilúvatar's will. Melkor entered Arda with the other Valar, claiming to be master
Gandalf was originally named Olórin, the wisest of the Maiar. He served the Valar and learned from Nienna, who taught patience. He was sent to Middle-earth as one of the Istari to combat Sauron
Hogwarts houses: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Order of the Phoenix. Hogwarts professors: Hagrid, Moody, Quirrell, and others. Quidditch team members: Bell, Cho, Johnson, and others. Students: Dumbledore's Army members and students