Wilbur Whateley is a fictional character from H.P. Lovecraft's short story "The Dunwich Horror." He is depicted as a strange and unsettling figure, born in the rural town of Dunwich, Massachusetts. Wilbur is the son of a human woman and an otherworldly entity, which contributes to his bizarre appearance and abilities. He is obsessed with ancient texts, particularly the Necronomicon, and seeks to summon dark forces. Wilbur's life is marked by his attempts to unlock forbidden knowledge and his connection to the Great Old Ones, a group of powerful cosmic beings in Lovecraft's mythos. His actions lead to terrifying consequences for the people of Dunwich, culminating in a climactic confrontation with his monstrous twin brother.