If you’re a fan of Harry Potter, then chances are you’ve spent perhaps a little too much time thinking about what house you’d be in. Personally, I was never that interested in the main plot of the books or films, however, I was intrigued by some of the concepts of such a World. I preferred to spend more time thinking about different Hogwarts’ houses, how magic works in this fictional universe, and magical creatures.
So, if I were a student at Hogwarts, then I’d probably spend a good portion of my spare time researching telekinesis and reading up on magical creatures. That’s why I relate more to Newt Scamander than I did to Harry Potter. I know that it’s a controversial opinion, but I actually found Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them more enjoyable than the main Harry Potter series.
I can almost hear the booing now. Yes, I know. How could I? Some might say that I’m not a true fan because of this. Implying that there’s some sort of requirement list you need to meet in order to truly enjoy such things.
But there are a lot of elements that fascinate me. Especially Patronuses, the bespoke nature of wands, and the social implications of the different houses. For instance, in Slytherin, you have a lot of witches and wizards who value leadership. I would imagine that quite a few arguments ensue over who gets to take the lead in the group. Perhaps being in Slytherin helps teach students a lesson in when it is necessary to let others take the lead, and when they should step in to help.
Although I’m probably overthinking it. I like how each house corresponds to an element. Ravenclaw is air, Slytherin is water, Gryffindor is fire and Hufflepuff is earth. Their common rooms also match their house animal and their house animal somewhat matches their element...I just…*fangirls*
Sorry about that.
I just think that it’s really neat. So, for a while, I’ve been stuck between two houses. Slytherin and Ravenclaw. After much thought, I have come to the conclusion that I’d probably be in Ravenclaw house. I’ve taken the quiz on Pottermore more times than I’d care to admit. Also, I even have a sheet keeping count of how many times I’ve gotten each result. I told someone I knew about this, and she replied: “Yeah, you’re definitely a Ravenclaw”.
However, each house has a downside. I’ve gotten into each house on Pottermore before, and I’ve read all of the acceptance/introductory letters. Based on the information that I’ve gathered, it seems as though there happen to be quite a few Ravenclaw students who would double cross you to get a good grade. Or have so much pride in their house, that they are willing to lie and say that certain individuals were in Ravenclaw when actually they weren’t. However, not all Ravenclaws are like that. Take Luna Lovegood for example.
I think that if I were in Ravenclaw, I’d probably get annoyed with the statue that guards the common room rather quickly.
“Ugh, shut up about philosophy and away with your open-ended questions, I just want my books, please!”
When you think about it, Ravenclaw students are the ones who have to travel around Hogwarts the most. Their common room is at the very top of a tower, forget about making it to potions class on time.
However, I think that I would probably fit in there. I mean, Ravenclaw is the house of creative eccentrics. They value wit, wisdom, learning, and are known for thinking outside the box. So by that description alone, I’d say that they sound like my kind of people. I’d love to hear the kind of witty jokes that must go on in the Ravenclaw common room or to take a sneak peek at someone’s research project. Perhaps even make my own.
Although, I’d prefer to control water over air. Having control over the wind would be fairly cool, but water powers...hmm…
Despite relating to Newt, I don’t think that I’d be put in Hufflepuff. I think that I probably don’t have the patience or the work ethic to be in that house. Also, I can be a bit mean sometimes. Usually whenever I’m speaking without thinking. Whilst it’s not always my intention, I can be careless with my words. Besides, their common room sounds a bit too snug for my liking. I might get claustrophobic in there. Also, the idea of getting sprayed with vinegar if I mess up the password is definitely offputting.
As for Gryffindor, whilst it is true that I have a brave side to me, I don’t think that I would fit in. Gryffindors seem...intense. I might hang out with them now and then, but I don’t think living with them would go well. However, I do like their animal. So I’ll give Gryffindor points for that.
Slytherin is cool. Aside from their unpleasant past. I like their ambition, and sometimes I do well being the leader of a group. There are times where I am overly-ambitious, only to later regret attempting so much. Slytherins are also loyal to their own kind, and self-preserving. I can respect that realist outlook. Their common room seems nice as well, I prefer it over the Gryffindor common room anyway. I can imagine myself relaxing in there quite easily. Besides, Scorpius Malfoy is awesome. In my opinion, anyway. Not exactly a solid argument, but still.
TL;DR: In conclusion, I’d like to be a Ravenclaw. There’s a lot of overlap between the houses, and most people are a combination of all of them to a degree. I thought for a while that I was a Slytherin, and whilst I do have Slytherin traits...I think I’d be happier as a Ravenclaw.
How about you, and why?
Edit: I meant to write Squi
b in the poll, but I wrote Squi
p because I was thinking of Be More Chill. Two very different things, yet very similar spellings.
Whoops.
