Gandalf Vs Dymbledore

TusharJoshi · Post by **TusharJoshi** » 27 Jul 2022, 12:21

2 Individuals at the peak of their powers. 2 brilliant mentors who paved the way for the victory of 'The Greater Good,' and 2 powerful wizards who could decimate their opponents with ease. In an all-out battle between these 2- who are you rooting for and why?

Carlos Mata Saenz · Post by **Carlos Mata Saenz** » 26 Mar 2023, 13:53

Pufff, difficult. I mean, Gandalf uses a sword. That’s pretty cool. But Dumbledore can fly with a broomstick and can even use his magic to appear whenever he wants. Literally, with Dumbledore, the Lord of the rings would last 1 min. He gets the ring, appears in Mordor and destroys the ring!
In a only magic battle, I think Dumbledore may win but not sure.
I really like both characters.

JkReviewer17 · Post by **JkReviewer17** » 27 Mar 2023, 08:22

gendalf 100% because in lord of the rings he was very helpful, dumbledore doesnt do anything

Carlos Mata Saenz · Post by **Carlos Mata Saenz** » 27 Mar 2023, 16:25

Well… anything, anything…
-He defeats Grindelwald when is at the top of his power
-He avoids Voldemort getting control of Hogwarts when is on the top of his power the first time.
-Saves Harry on the 5th book on the MM when Voldemort posses him.
-Discovers that Voldemort is alive because of the Horrocruxes when no one else knew anything about it.
-Organises (twice) the resistance against Voldemort.
-Discover the 12 uses of dragon blood!
I think he does quite enough!

Jacob Mamman · Post by **Jacob Mamman** » 26 Dec 2023, 00:11

As a fan of both franchises, this is a tough choice. While Gandalf is a wise and powerful wizard, Dumbledore's complex character and intricate role in the "Harry Potter" series give him a slight edge. Both, however, embody the essence of mentorship and magic in their respective worlds.

João Ramos · Post by **João Ramos** » 28 Dec 2023, 09:32

Gandalf is much more proactive and helpful than Dumbledore. The great wizard of the HP universe almost always seems like an eccentric sage who doesn’t want to get his hands dirty.

Susan Ledezma · Post by **Susan Ledezma** » 29 Dec 2023, 18:41

João Ramos wrote: ↑28 Dec 2023, 09:32 Gandalf is much more proactive and helpful than Dumbledore. The great wizard of the HP universe almost always seems like an eccentric sage who doesn’t want to get his hands dirty.

I'm inclined to agree with you. I honestly think Gandalf is way more helpful and more involved than Dumbledore was. I'm pretty sure that Dumbledore would win. However, I am a bit biased since I do prefer the Lord of the Rings.

Shiru Elizabeth · Post by **Shiru Elizabeth** » 02 Jan 2024, 06:32

In the hypothetical duel between Gandalf and Dumbledore, my allegiance leans toward Dumbledore. His wisdom, strategic thinking, and formidable magical abilities make him a formidable wizard in the wizarding world.

David Milaham · Post by **David Milaham** » 12 Jan 2024, 14:42

Gandalf is an Astari. He has way more knowledge and ability than what was shown in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Gandalf certainly wins against dumbledore.

Bradley Twesten · Post by **Bradley Twesten** » 29 Mar 2024, 09:35

How is this even a question. Gandalf uses strategy, magic, a sword and his staff. The other guy just lets teenagers at a school get threatened or killed without really taking action or responsibility.

Lupita Widyaningrum · Post by **Lupita Widyaningrum** » 25 Apr 2024, 15:01

I love Dumbledore, because Dumbledore was a father figure for Harry Potter, and known to be the only wizard that Voldemort ever feared. A man of many achievements,

Monika Holzknecht · Post by **Monika Holzknecht** » 24 May 2024, 15:47

Dumbledore, he was in my opinion more humane, fatherly...Gandalf was like that only at the beginning of the first movie/book.

BHUMI D · Post by **BHUMI D** » 08 Jun 2024, 13:59

Carlos Mata Saenz wrote: ↑26 Mar 2023, 13:53 Pufff, difficult. I mean, Gandalf uses a sword. That’s pretty cool. But Dumbledore can fly with a broomstick and can even use his magic to appear whenever he wants. Literally, with Dumbledore, the Lord of the rings would last 1 min. He gets the ring, appears in Mordor and destroys the ring!
In a only magic battle, I think Dumbledore may win but not sure.
I really like both characters.

Both are difficult choices for me. Both are different categories for me - one high-fantasy and the other low-fantasy. But I doubt he would be able to destroy the Ring in a sec - he had too much burden an guilt to carry. Both are completely different universes, so I would not like to compare and choose.
But, by personal choice, I would go with Gandalf coz I like Severus and Sirius in the HP universe.