The Sorting Hat

A bunch of characters sorted in the Hogwarts Houses. Think outside the box.

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Slytherin aesthetics: brilliant potioneer Sherlock Holmes

Music: Poets of the Fall – Carnival of rust

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Game of Thrones characters and their Hogwarts houses

Aesthetics

Based on this post by @a-sorting-hat

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Found this poop emoji hat at a local Savers. It also lights up! Featuring your choice of fast blinking, slow blinking, or solid LED white lights.

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The only fitting headgear for an excremancer.

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GRIFFYNDOR

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man, times are tough for the Sorting Hat.

[a-sorting-hat]

Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate… Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything… but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused… do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

[occupyvenus]

Nice takes! I do disagree on four characters though: 

Renly: Slytherin

He is determined and resourceful, schemes in the background from the very beginning. I don’t disagree about him being primarily after glory, but I think him yearning for greatness puts him closer to Slytherin than to Gryffindor. He didn’t want to be a brave and chivalrous knight, he wanted to be king because he thought he would be better at it than anyone else and did everything he could to achieve his goal. Renly definitely is ambitious, even a bit arrogant. Proud, ambitious, cunning and ready to use any means to achieve his goals? Slytherin, I would say. 

Jaime: Gryffindor

I would say Jaime is a text-book Gryffindor. Daring, cocky, ready to stand up for what is right: 

“You’re hurting me,” they had heard Rhaella cry through the oaken door. “You’re hurting me.” In some queer way, that had been worse than Lord Chelsted’s screaming. “We are sworn to protect her as well,” Jaime had finally been driven to say. “We are,” Darry allowed, “but not from him.”

He kills the Mad King to stop him from killing thousands over thousands, has a man beheaded for rape, jumps between Brienne and a bear to save her, he is brave and deep down wants to be a chivalrous knight. I don’t think he fits the hard-working, patient nature of Hufflepuffs too well tbh. 

Arya: Slytherin (or Gryffindor. Both is good) 

I don’t necessarily disagree with your choice, but I do think there are good reasons for putting her in Slytherin other than her kill-list. 

She is ambitious and thinks about rising to positions that society denies her: Arya cocked her head to one side. “Can I be a king’s councillor and build castles and become the High Septon?”. She is cunning and resourceful, she tricks Jaqen into helping her get out of Harrenhal by telling him to kill himself! She is determined to succeed in what she sets her mind to: "Syrio says that every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better.“ She is fiercely loyal to her own and vengeful against those wronged her or those that are close to her. She also often associated with water, for all that matters. 

But I do agree that she also makes a good Gryffindor, but I would argue that Slytherin fits her just a bit better. The good kind of Slytherin. 

Sansa: Hufflepuff

Sansa on the other hand, in my humble opinion, is terribly misplaced in Slytherin (at least when we focus on the books, but also the show to a lesser degree).

She really doesn’t want to be powerful, she wanted to live out her personal little fairytale. She even has a line in the book about how she really, really doesn’t want to play the game (even if she’s forced into it): I never asked to play. The game was too dangerous. One slip and I am dead. She isn’t so much into getting power, her ideal life looks more like this: She pictured the two of them sitting together in a garden with puppies in their laps, or listening to a singer strum upon a lute while they floated down the Mander on a pleasure barge. If I give him sons, he may come to love me. She would name them Eddard and Brandon and Rickon, and raise them all to be as valiant as Ser Loras.

Sansa is not very cunning, quite on the contrary she easily trusts people and is rather naive (at least in the beginning). She has to learn to see through people instead of just expecting the best of them. I would argue she fits Hufflepuff a lot better. She is a people-pleaser who tried her best to be and do what people expected of her, excelling at the tasks that were given to her. She is hardworking and dutiful. 

She is compassionate even to her enemies and the people who wronged her:  “Take him to Maester Frenken.” Lancel was one of them, yet somehow she still could not bring herself to wish him dead. I am soft and weak and stupid, just as Joffrey says. I should be killing him, not helping him. She is patient when taking care of Sweetrobin. She does have a bit of classicism problem at first, but that was more out of naivete and thinking that the ruling class actually was good and just and that people aren’t suffering because of it.  She speaks up to save Dontos from being killed  “Sansa could not believe she had spoken. Was she mad? To tell him no in front of half the court? She hadn’t meant to say anything, only … Ser Dontos was drunk and silly and useless, but he meant no harm.” She warns Margaery about Joffrey: How can I let my sister marry Joffrey? she thought, and suddenly her eyes were full of tears. “Margaery, please,” she said, “you mustn’t.” It was hard to get the words out. “You mustn’t marry him. He’s not like he seems, he’s not. He’ll hurt you.“  

I suppose she often gets sorted into Ravenclaw because of her love for songs and stories, but I would argue Hufflepuff actually fits her the best. 

Those were just a few of my thought ;) Hope you don’t mind. 

[dilebe06]

Inserire Sansa in Serpeverde per ambizione?

Le hanno offerto il potere per tutta la settima stagione e lei ha sempre rifiutato.

[a-sorting-hat]

Sansa has always wanted to be queen or at least the lady of an important castle and she practically admitted she was the one who should have been chosen by the northern, not Jon (who honestly did nothing but trying to screw everything up in the battle of bastards). She only married Ramsay because she would be Wardeness of the North! Anyway she was only ok about Jon leaving to Dragonstone when he told her she was going to be in control of Winterfell (and there are other traits on her that make her a Slytherin)

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Guarda per me, la puoi mettere dove vuoi. XD 

Personalmente credo che Sansa potrebbe stare tra i Serpeverde perchè è consapevole del suo ruolo come Lady e le piace esserlo. Perchè ha una mentalità piuttosto classista, o perchè agli inizi della storia era snob e viziata. 

Sull’ambizione ti ha già risposto occupyvenus e sono d’accordo con lei.

Lei ha sposato Ramsay perchè non aveva altre possibilità e quello era il modo più vicino possibile per tornare a casa. 

Per quanto riguarda Jon che parte e lei è felice, questa è una tua interpretazione che cozza terribilmente con quanto visto: Sansa è felice che Jon parta per Dragonstone così ha il controllo, però passa le restanti puntate a dire che lo rivorrebbe con lei. Non ha senso. 

Come non ha senso che, come ho già detto, le venga offerto il potere per tutta la stagione, e lei lo rifiuti ( prima dai Lord del Nord, poi da Petyr e poi Sansa stessa che da a Bran il suo ruolo da Signore al suo posto) Questo non mi sembra un atteggiamento da ambiziosa. 

Se ci sono altri atteggiamenti che la rendono Slytherin ( e sono d’accordo sugli altri) ce ne sono anche alcuni che la rendono anche Grinfondoro o Corvonero. Ovviamente il post è il tuo e ovviamente tu puoi metterla dove vuoi. ;-)

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Hey I’m open to discuss this and I really enjoy reading other views. Actually @occupyvenus has convinced me that Sansa actually fits better in Hufflepuff. Plot twist. I really recommend reading what they posted (I’ll post a rectification soon).

I need to say it, I’m amazed at how cool the Hogwarts Houses were translated to italian. In my language (portuguese) we call it Grifinória/Sonserina/Lufa-Lufa/Corvinal and although I like it, “Grinfondoro”, “Corvonero” and “Serpeverde” sound so nice!

[dilebe06]

Sorry if I answered you in Italian, but in English I’m terrible and I did not want to write things wrong. For respect, I will try to answer you in English, forgive me for mistakes. T-T

I am happy that occupyvenus made you change your mind, not because of a matter of who is right and who is not, but because you two have created a good discussion and I like to discuss with other people.

I spent the afternoon to think in which house to insert Sansa: I have already said why I do not consider it a Slytherin.Ravenclaw? Well as they have already said in the other comments does not convince me. Gryffindor? Well, she was brave enough to save Ser Dontos from Joffrey and can be brave. But she does not have the audacity that distinguishes the Gryffyndor house. Maybe Hufflepuff is really the house for her.

I read your post to a friend of mine who has no tumblr and we are talking about it now. XD She would put Tyrion for example either in Slytherin or Ravenclaw.

Are you Portuguese? Which city? I’m from Siena. 

The translation of the names in Portuguese is beautiful !! Lufa-Lufa I really like how it sounds! <3 

Italian are Tassorosso, Grifondoro, Corvonero e Serpeverde, but … plot twist: The names of houses and founders change from translation to translation. Sometimes Hufflepuff is translated with Tassofrasso and Rowena is first called Tosca and then Cosetta. Never trust the Italian translations XD

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You have no reason to apologise dear, I'm actually glad you answered me in your language so I can learn a bit more.

I'm actually from Brazil, Rio to be specific :)

Here they translate the Houses but the founders remain with the original name. It's a bit confusing actually when you're 11 and needs to understand that Rowena Ravenclaw is the founder of Corvinal hahaha

"Tosca" and "Cosetta"... is it me or everything sounds beautiful in italian? (Actually "tosca" for us means something like "lame", but when you forget about the meaning and consider it's another language you realise the word sounds really cool lol)

I'm glad to know you shared this post with your friend, I only created this account because my friends and I do that all the time

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Requested by Anonymous

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How I Met Your Mother

Aldrin, Lily: Gryffindor

Lily is very brave, proud, fierce, honest, passionate... she likes to experiment and loves an adventure, she is prone to living in the moment. Although I can picture her in the other Houses too, I believe she is more fit to Gryffindor.

Eriksen, Marshall: Hufflepuff

Marshall values loyalty, hardworking, he is patient, honest and genuine, not to mention his open mind. He is passionate, good-hearted and determined. Definitely a Hufflepuff.

Mosby, Ted: Ravenclaw

Ted loves learning and craving knowledge. He’s witty, dreamy (not that all Ravenclaws are, but there are a few) yet logical and practical, curious, insterested... we notice the different areas he appreciates through the seasons and how open he is to any kind of learning.

Mosby, Tracy: Ravenclaw

What do we know about Tracy? That she is Ted’s soul mate and that they share practically the same interests. Unfortunately, we don’t see much of her in the show, but what we see is a very clever and creative girl interested in different areas of culture and learning.

Sherbatsky, Robin: Slytherin

Robin was willing to sacrifice anything for her career: her personal life, her lovers, her routine, anything. She’s cunning, ambitious, resourceful, daring, independant... Robin is a very good example of a Slytherin person.

Stinson, Barney: Slytherin

At first I had an impulse to place Barney in Gryffindor, but when I stopped to think I realised Barney is actually quite resourceful and cunning, not to mention how focused he can be. So Slytherin it is.

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Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate… Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything… but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused… do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

[occupyvenus]

Nice takes! I do disagree on four characters though: 

Renly: Slytherin

He is determined and resourceful, schemes in the background from the very beginning. I don’t disagree about him being primarily after glory, but I think him yearning for greatness puts him closer to Slytherin than to Gryffindor. He didn’t want to be a brave and chivalrous knight, he wanted to be king because he thought he would be better at it than anyone else and did everything he could to achieve his goal. Renly definitely is ambitious, even a bit arrogant. Proud, ambitious, cunning and ready to use any means to achieve his goals? Slytherin, I would say. 

Jaime: Gryffindor

I would say Jaime is a text-book Gryffindor. Daring, cocky, ready to stand up for what is right: 

“You’re hurting me,” they had heard Rhaella cry through the oaken door. “You’re hurting me.” In some queer way, that had been worse than Lord Chelsted’s screaming. “We are sworn to protect her as well,” Jaime had finally been driven to say. “We are,” Darry allowed, “but not from him.”

He kills the Mad King to stop him from killing thousands over thousands, has a man beheaded for rape, jumps between Brienne and a bear to save her, he is brave and deep down wants to be a chivalrous knight. I don’t think he fits the hard-working, patient nature of Hufflepuffs too well tbh. 

Arya: Slytherin (or Gryffindor. Both is good) 

I don’t necessarily disagree with your choice, but I do think there are good reasons for putting her in Slytherin other than her kill-list. 

She is ambitious and thinks about rising to positions that society denies her: Arya cocked her head to one side. “Can I be a king’s councillor and build castles and become the High Septon?”. She is cunning and resourceful, she tricks Jaqen into helping her get out of Harrenhal by telling him to kill himself! She is determined to succeed in what she sets her mind to: "Syrio says that every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better.“ She is fiercely loyal to her own and vengeful against those wronged her or those that are close to her. She also often associated with water, for all that matters. 

But I do agree that she also makes a good Gryffindor, but I would argue that Slytherin fits her just a bit better. The good kind of Slytherin. 

Sansa: Hufflepuff

Sansa on the other hand, in my humble opinion, is terribly misplaced in Slytherin (at least when we focus on the books, but also the show to a lesser degree).

She really doesn’t want to be powerful, she wanted to live out her personal little fairytale. She even has a line in the book about how she really, really doesn’t want to play the game (even if she’s forced into it): I never asked to play. The game was too dangerous. One slip and I am dead. She isn’t so much into getting power, her ideal life looks more like this: She pictured the two of them sitting together in a garden with puppies in their laps, or listening to a singer strum upon a lute while they floated down the Mander on a pleasure barge. If I give him sons, he may come to love me. She would name them Eddard and Brandon and Rickon, and raise them all to be as valiant as Ser Loras.

Sansa is not very cunning, quite on the contrary she easily trusts people and is rather naive (at least in the beginning). She has to learn to see through people instead of just expecting the best of them. I would argue she fits Hufflepuff a lot better. She is a people-pleaser who tried her best to be and do what people expected of her, excelling at the tasks that were given to her. She is hardworking and dutiful. 

She is compassionate even to her enemies and the people who wronged her:  “Take him to Maester Frenken.” Lancel was one of them, yet somehow she still could not bring herself to wish him dead. I am soft and weak and stupid, just as Joffrey says. I should be killing him, not helping him. She is patient when taking care of Sweetrobin. She does have a bit of classicism problem at first, but that was more out of naivete and thinking that the ruling class actually was good and just and that people aren’t suffering because of it.  She speaks up to save Dontos from being killed  “Sansa could not believe she had spoken. Was she mad? To tell him no in front of half the court? She hadn’t meant to say anything, only … Ser Dontos was drunk and silly and useless, but he meant no harm.” She warns Margaery about Joffrey: How can I let my sister marry Joffrey? she thought, and suddenly her eyes were full of tears. “Margaery, please,” she said, “you mustn’t.” It was hard to get the words out. “You mustn’t marry him. He’s not like he seems, he’s not. He’ll hurt you.“  

I suppose she often gets sorted into Ravenclaw because of her love for songs and stories, but I would argue Hufflepuff actually fits her the best. 

Those were just a few of my thought ;) Hope you don’t mind. 

[a-sorting-hat]

Loved to read your point of view rly

I think I agree with you on Renly, I admit I’ve never gave him much attention, and now after reading your thoughts I guess maybe schemming to get Margaery to marry Robert was a rather cunning move actually, not that much of a defying act, so I’m rectifying what I said. But I do need to say, Gryffindors are just as proud and greatness seekers as Slytherins are. The two Houses can be very alike actually and the biggest difference between then lies on determination and cunning - which you were right, Renly does have those traits.

But I don’t think Arya is cunning enough to be a Slytherin. Sure I understood your point, but I don’t think not accepting gender roles makes her less of a Gryffindor, just as I don’t thinking tricking someone who wants to kill you if you don’t follow their orders makes you manipulative as a Slytherin would be… I believe Arya’s Slytherin traits are rather… regular? Idk I just can picture her perfectly in Gryffindor with all her “I’m pissed so I’m gonna act bravely and stupidly” attitude (I’m really not trying to offend any Gryffindors here, it’s just a bit of a pattern when it comes to their representation). Actually Arya sometimes reminds me a lot of Harry himself (except the murderer part).

About Jaime, I totally get your point, really. But I don’t know if I’m letting my own personal thoughts on Jaime get in my way, but I really think he’s umbloomed a great Hufflepuff. That scene with Brienne in the bathtub keeps coming back on my mind. He sacrificed all of his reputation, his name, his glory to do what he thought was right and this “vows” thing is always such a big deal for him, he’s done breaking vows, he hates it. I believe all of his arrogance comes after all those judgements he had to go through and deep inside he just wanted to prove that he does have honour and how loyal he can be. But yeah, all the hardworking and patience part sounds a bit not much him. Maybe Gryffindor fits him better, so I’m rectifying him too, but he’ll always be a Hufflepuff in my heart.

(Speaking of my heart, please don’t say “the good kind of slytherin” or you’re gonna hurt it, I know our representation sucks, but hey we can be very nice when you meet us damn I promised myself I was not gonna reveal my House to avoid people thinking I’m being partial look what you just did hon)

Now, Sansa’s bit, sorry but I cringed. I know she was very naive, but it doesn’t change her potential to be cunning - which she’s already shown us. I know Show-Sansa is very different from Book-Sansa (after all a lot of things were changed in her story line) but at least on the show I’m keeping her on Slytherin. Yes, she wants to live her own personal fairytale, that’s her goal and she’s up to a lot to accomplish it. Even though she wasn’t very “wise” when it came to her future when she was a child, she’s always tried. That’s what mattered to her. And just now on S7 we saw how much she wants to rule (”no Jon you shouldn’t leave Winterfell” “it’s ok I’m letting you on command” “oh fine then goodbye”). 

Tbh I don’t see her initial state of trusting anyone places her in Hufflepuff, even because they’re way more selective than people think, that’s just a stereotype (we don’t even get that from the books, after all we have Tonks, Cedric, Ernie, etc and they are not the kind that trusts anyone). I personally believes Sansa was more desperate than anything and that’s why her naivety blinded her for some time. She was a child in a dangerous place. And hey Slytherins can be compassionate too.

Trying hard to undestand what’s up with people that place her in Ravenclaw because she likes stories rly. Thanks, now I’m less confused but still like whaaaat

Anyway, I really enjoyed reading your pov, thanks so much! Hope we can discuss more about it on part 2!

[occupyvenus]

“The good kind of Slytherin” statement was more in reaction to your assumption that people only sort her like this because of her kill-list. I’m a Slytherin myself, so I know we can be really nice. 

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[dadvosshipsjonsa]

I have to agree ansa is either a Ravenclaw or Hufflepuff. “Sansa wants power for power” just doesn’t fit, neither with her book!character nor with the show one.

She spends the entire season 7 saying “I wish Jon was here.” Worrying that the Northern Lords cant be trusted and how their loyalty was flawed. If Sansa was really power-hungry/ambitious, all she had to do was activate her claim because northern people pretty much said “Maybe we should have chosen you instead (of Jon).” She never uses that to her advantage. If she wanted to overthrow Jon she had the best chance to do so in his absence now that people prefered hern she is a true-born Stark after all. Another instance which indicates how much She doesn’t care about titles and power is her willingness to give up her Lady of Winterfell title to Bran (as Lord of Winterfell) the minute he gets back.

After spending so many years with no agency and as a political prisoner, being treated like a political pawn Sansa just wants to be appreciated, it’s sad that her desire to be heard gets interpreted as her being “power hungry”. If season 7 proved anything it was that the Starks are a pack and Sansa is loyal to Jon and as much part of the pack as others. Otherwise she would have taken Littlefinger’s offer. Also I agree with @occupyvenus ’s point that all the political games and strategy she learned was out of necessity. Unlike Brienne, Arya she had no fighting skills, unlike Dany she had no dragons, unlike Cersei and Margery she had no agency… so she had to use her brains to survive. So we cant really put her into Ravenclaw either since those things don’t drive her. I agree she should be in hufflepuff after she spent the entire season making sure everyone had warm clothes and was well fed.

[a-sorting-hat]

Yeah right now I’m totally convinced Sansa is a Hufflepuff

[a-sorting-hat]

Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate… Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything… but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused… do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

[occupyvenus]

Nice takes! I do disagree on four characters though: 

Renly: Slytherin

He is determined and resourceful, schemes in the background from the very beginning. I don’t disagree about him being primarily after glory, but I think him yearning for greatness puts him closer to Slytherin than to Gryffindor. He didn’t want to be a brave and chivalrous knight, he wanted to be king because he thought he would be better at it than anyone else and did everything he could to achieve his goal. Renly definitely is ambitious, even a bit arrogant. Proud, ambitious, cunning and ready to use any means to achieve his goals? Slytherin, I would say. 

Jaime: Gryffindor

I would say Jaime is a text-book Gryffindor. Daring, cocky, ready to stand up for what is right: 

“You’re hurting me,” they had heard Rhaella cry through the oaken door. “You’re hurting me.” In some queer way, that had been worse than Lord Chelsted’s screaming. “We are sworn to protect her as well,” Jaime had finally been driven to say. “We are,” Darry allowed, “but not from him.”

He kills the Mad King to stop him from killing thousands over thousands, has a man beheaded for rape, jumps between Brienne and a bear to save her, he is brave and deep down wants to be a chivalrous knight. I don’t think he fits the hard-working, patient nature of Hufflepuffs too well tbh. 

Arya: Slytherin (or Gryffindor. Both is good) 

I don’t necessarily disagree with your choice, but I do think there are good reasons for putting her in Slytherin other than her kill-list. 

She is ambitious and thinks about rising to positions that society denies her: Arya cocked her head to one side. “Can I be a king’s councillor and build castles and become the High Septon?”. She is cunning and resourceful, she tricks Jaqen into helping her get out of Harrenhal by telling him to kill himself! She is determined to succeed in what she sets her mind to: "Syrio says that every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better.“ She is fiercely loyal to her own and vengeful against those wronged her or those that are close to her. She also often associated with water, for all that matters. 

But I do agree that she also makes a good Gryffindor, but I would argue that Slytherin fits her just a bit better. The good kind of Slytherin. 

Sansa: Hufflepuff

Sansa on the other hand, in my humble opinion, is terribly misplaced in Slytherin (at least when we focus on the books, but also the show to a lesser degree).

She really doesn’t want to be powerful, she wanted to live out her personal little fairytale. She even has a line in the book about how she really, really doesn’t want to play the game (even if she’s forced into it): I never asked to play. The game was too dangerous. One slip and I am dead. She isn’t so much into getting power, her ideal life looks more like this: She pictured the two of them sitting together in a garden with puppies in their laps, or listening to a singer strum upon a lute while they floated down the Mander on a pleasure barge. If I give him sons, he may come to love me. She would name them Eddard and Brandon and Rickon, and raise them all to be as valiant as Ser Loras.

Sansa is not very cunning, quite on the contrary she easily trusts people and is rather naive (at least in the beginning). She has to learn to see through people instead of just expecting the best of them. I would argue she fits Hufflepuff a lot better. She is a people-pleaser who tried her best to be and do what people expected of her, excelling at the tasks that were given to her. She is hardworking and dutiful. 

She is compassionate even to her enemies and the people who wronged her:  “Take him to Maester Frenken.” Lancel was one of them, yet somehow she still could not bring herself to wish him dead. I am soft and weak and stupid, just as Joffrey says. I should be killing him, not helping him. She is patient when taking care of Sweetrobin. She does have a bit of classicism problem at first, but that was more out of naivete and thinking that the ruling class actually was good and just and that people aren’t suffering because of it.  She speaks up to save Dontos from being killed  “Sansa could not believe she had spoken. Was she mad? To tell him no in front of half the court? She hadn’t meant to say anything, only … Ser Dontos was drunk and silly and useless, but he meant no harm.” She warns Margaery about Joffrey: How can I let my sister marry Joffrey? she thought, and suddenly her eyes were full of tears. “Margaery, please,” she said, “you mustn’t.” It was hard to get the words out. “You mustn’t marry him. He’s not like he seems, he’s not. He’ll hurt you.“  

I suppose she often gets sorted into Ravenclaw because of her love for songs and stories, but I would argue Hufflepuff actually fits her the best. 

Those were just a few of my thought ;) Hope you don’t mind. 

[dilebe06]

Inserire Sansa in Serpeverde per ambizione?

Le hanno offerto il potere per tutta la settima stagione e lei ha sempre rifiutato.

[a-sorting-hat]

Sansa has always wanted to be queen or at least the lady of an important castle and she practically admitted she was the one who should have been chosen by the northern, not Jon (who honestly did nothing but trying to screw everything up in the battle of bastards). She only married Ramsay because she would be Wardeness of the North! Anyway she was only ok about Jon leaving to Dragonstone when he told her she was going to be in control of Winterfell (and there are other traits on her that make her a Slytherin)

[dilebe06]

Guarda per me, la puoi mettere dove vuoi. XD 

Personalmente credo che Sansa potrebbe stare tra i Serpeverde perchè è consapevole del suo ruolo come Lady e le piace esserlo. Perchè ha una mentalità piuttosto classista, o perchè agli inizi della storia era snob e viziata. 

Sull’ambizione ti ha già risposto occupyvenus e sono d’accordo con lei.

Lei ha sposato Ramsay perchè non aveva altre possibilità e quello era il modo più vicino possibile per tornare a casa. 

Per quanto riguarda Jon che parte e lei è felice, questa è una tua interpretazione che cozza terribilmente con quanto visto: Sansa è felice che Jon parta per Dragonstone così ha il controllo, però passa le restanti puntate a dire che lo rivorrebbe con lei. Non ha senso. 

Come non ha senso che, come ho già detto, le venga offerto il potere per tutta la stagione, e lei lo rifiuti ( prima dai Lord del Nord, poi da Petyr e poi Sansa stessa che da a Bran il suo ruolo da Signore al suo posto) Questo non mi sembra un atteggiamento da ambiziosa. 

Se ci sono altri atteggiamenti che la rendono Slytherin ( e sono d’accordo sugli altri) ce ne sono anche alcuni che la rendono anche Grinfondoro o Corvonero. Ovviamente il post è il tuo e ovviamente tu puoi metterla dove vuoi. ;-)

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Hey I’m open to discuss this and I really enjoy reading other views. Actually @occupyvenus has convinced me that Sansa actually fits better in Hufflepuff. Plot twist. I really recommend reading what they posted (I’ll post a rectification soon).

I need to say it, I’m amazed at how cool the Hogwarts Houses were translated to italian. In my language (portuguese) we call it Grifinória/Sonserina/Lufa-Lufa/Corvinal and although I like it, “Grinfondoro”, “Corvonero” and “Serpeverde” sound so nice!

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Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate… Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything… but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused… do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

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Nice takes! I do disagree on four characters though: 

Renly: Slytherin

He is determined and resourceful, schemes in the background from the very beginning. I don’t disagree about him being primarily after glory, but I think him yearning for greatness puts him closer to Slytherin than to Gryffindor. He didn’t want to be a brave and chivalrous knight, he wanted to be king because he thought he would be better at it than anyone else and did everything he could to achieve his goal. Renly definitely is ambitious, even a bit arrogant. Proud, ambitious, cunning and ready to use any means to achieve his goals? Slytherin, I would say. 

Jaime: Gryffindor

I would say Jaime is a text-book Gryffindor. Daring, cocky, ready to stand up for what is right: 

“You’re hurting me,” they had heard Rhaella cry through the oaken door. “You’re hurting me.” In some queer way, that had been worse than Lord Chelsted’s screaming. “We are sworn to protect her as well,” Jaime had finally been driven to say. “We are,” Darry allowed, “but not from him.”

He kills the Mad King to stop him from killing thousands over thousands, has a man beheaded for rape, jumps between Brienne and a bear to save her, he is brave and deep down wants to be a chivalrous knight. I don’t think he fits the hard-working, patient nature of Hufflepuffs too well tbh. 

Arya: Slytherin (or Gryffindor. Both is good) 

I don’t necessarily disagree with your choice, but I do think there are good reasons for putting her in Slytherin other than her kill-list. 

She is ambitious and thinks about rising to positions that society denies her: Arya cocked her head to one side. “Can I be a king’s councillor and build castles and become the High Septon?”. She is cunning and resourceful, she tricks Jaqen into helping her get out of Harrenhal by telling him to kill himself! She is determined to succeed in what she sets her mind to: "Syrio says that every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better.“ She is fiercely loyal to her own and vengeful against those wronged her or those that are close to her. She also often associated with water, for all that matters. 

But I do agree that she also makes a good Gryffindor, but I would argue that Slytherin fits her just a bit better. The good kind of Slytherin. 

Sansa: Hufflepuff

Sansa on the other hand, in my humble opinion, is terribly misplaced in Slytherin (at least when we focus on the books, but also the show to a lesser degree).

She really doesn’t want to be powerful, she wanted to live out her personal little fairytale. She even has a line in the book about how she really, really doesn’t want to play the game (even if she’s forced into it): I never asked to play. The game was too dangerous. One slip and I am dead. She isn’t so much into getting power, her ideal life looks more like this: She pictured the two of them sitting together in a garden with puppies in their laps, or listening to a singer strum upon a lute while they floated down the Mander on a pleasure barge. If I give him sons, he may come to love me. She would name them Eddard and Brandon and Rickon, and raise them all to be as valiant as Ser Loras.

Sansa is not very cunning, quite on the contrary she easily trusts people and is rather naive (at least in the beginning). She has to learn to see through people instead of just expecting the best of them. I would argue she fits Hufflepuff a lot better. She is a people-pleaser who tried her best to be and do what people expected of her, excelling at the tasks that were given to her. She is hardworking and dutiful. 

She is compassionate even to her enemies and the people who wronged her:  “Take him to Maester Frenken.” Lancel was one of them, yet somehow she still could not bring herself to wish him dead. I am soft and weak and stupid, just as Joffrey says. I should be killing him, not helping him. She is patient when taking care of Sweetrobin. She does have a bit of classicism problem at first, but that was more out of naivete and thinking that the ruling class actually was good and just and that people aren’t suffering because of it.  She speaks up to save Dontos from being killed  “Sansa could not believe she had spoken. Was she mad? To tell him no in front of half the court? She hadn’t meant to say anything, only … Ser Dontos was drunk and silly and useless, but he meant no harm.” She warns Margaery about Joffrey: How can I let my sister marry Joffrey? she thought, and suddenly her eyes were full of tears. “Margaery, please,” she said, “you mustn’t.” It was hard to get the words out. “You mustn’t marry him. He’s not like he seems, he’s not. He’ll hurt you.“  

I suppose she often gets sorted into Ravenclaw because of her love for songs and stories, but I would argue Hufflepuff actually fits her the best. 

Those were just a few of my thought ;) Hope you don’t mind. 

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Loved to read your point of view rly

I think I agree with you on Renly, I admit I’ve never gave him much attention, and now after reading your thoughts I guess maybe schemming to get Margaery to marry Robert was a rather cunning move actually, not that much of a defying act, so I’m rectifying what I said. But I do need to say, Gryffindors are just as proud and greatness seekers as Slytherins are. The two Houses can be very alike actually and the biggest difference between then lies on determination and cunning - which you were right, Renly does have those traits.

But I don’t think Arya is cunning enough to be a Slytherin. Sure I understood your point, but I don’t think not accepting gender roles makes her less of a Gryffindor, just as I don’t thinking tricking someone who wants to kill you if you don’t follow their orders makes you manipulative as a Slytherin would be… I believe Arya’s Slytherin traits are rather… regular? Idk I just can picture her perfectly in Gryffindor with all her “I’m pissed so I’m gonna act bravely and stupidly” attitude (I’m really not trying to offend any Gryffindors here, it’s just a bit of a pattern when it comes to their representation). Actually Arya sometimes reminds me a lot of Harry himself (except the murderer part).

About Jaime, I totally get your point, really. But I don’t know if I’m letting my own personal thoughts on Jaime get in my way, but I really think he’s umbloomed a great Hufflepuff. That scene with Brienne in the bathtub keeps coming back on my mind. He sacrificed all of his reputation, his name, his glory to do what he thought was right and this “vows” thing is always such a big deal for him, he’s done breaking vows, he hates it. I believe all of his arrogance comes after all those judgements he had to go through and deep inside he just wanted to prove that he does have honour and how loyal he can be. But yeah, all the hardworking and patience part sounds a bit not much him. Maybe Gryffindor fits him better, so I’m rectifying him too, but he’ll always be a Hufflepuff in my heart.

(Speaking of my heart, please don’t say “the good kind of slytherin” or you’re gonna hurt it, I know our representation sucks, but hey we can be very nice when you meet us damn I promised myself I was not gonna reveal my House to avoid people thinking I’m being partial look what you just did hon)

Now, Sansa’s bit, sorry but I cringed. I know she was very naive, but it doesn’t change her potential to be cunning - which she’s already shown us. I know Show-Sansa is very different from Book-Sansa (after all a lot of things were changed in her story line) but at least on the show I’m keeping her on Slytherin. Yes, she wants to live her own personal fairytale, that’s her goal and she’s up to a lot to accomplish it. Even though she wasn’t very “wise” when it came to her future when she was a child, she’s always tried. That’s what mattered to her. And just now on S7 we saw how much she wants to rule (”no Jon you shouldn’t leave Winterfell” “it’s ok I’m letting you on command” “oh fine then goodbye”). 

Tbh I don’t see her initial state of trusting anyone places her in Hufflepuff, even because they’re way more selective than people think, that’s just a stereotype (we don’t even get that from the books, after all we have Tonks, Cedric, Ernie, etc and they are not the kind that trusts anyone). I personally believes Sansa was more desperate than anything and that’s why her naivety blinded her for some time. She was a child in a dangerous place. And hey Slytherins can be compassionate too.

Trying hard to undestand what’s up with people that place her in Ravenclaw because she likes stories rly. Thanks, now I’m less confused but still like whaaaat

Anyway, I really enjoyed reading your pov, thanks so much! Hope we can discuss more about it on part 2!

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“The good kind of Slytherin” statement was more in reaction to your assumption that people only sort her like this because of her kill-list. I’m a Slytherin myself, so I know we can be really nice. 

Under the cut for length. 

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Please don’t take the “cringing part” bad, I wasn’t implying that I think your view is less or anything like that (I’m actually loving this discussion), it was just because of the surprise, I’ve seen lots of different opinions, but it’s the first time I see someone place Sansa in Hufflepuff.

And everything you said makes a lot of sense. I really had never thought things that way (and I’m even a bit ashamed of myself for not doing it) but you’ve got a really good point.

I’m still reflecting about this because I may have gotten attached to imagining Sansa in Slytherin but now you’re really changing my mind. And I thank you, it’s been very interesting, I see a lot of people sorting but never properly explaining their pov. I like the way you think.

I’m gonna be posting a rectification soon (crediting you of course)

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Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate… Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything… but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused… do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

[occupyvenus]

Nice takes! I do disagree on four characters though: 

Renly: Slytherin

He is determined and resourceful, schemes in the background from the very beginning. I don’t disagree about him being primarily after glory, but I think him yearning for greatness puts him closer to Slytherin than to Gryffindor. He didn’t want to be a brave and chivalrous knight, he wanted to be king because he thought he would be better at it than anyone else and did everything he could to achieve his goal. Renly definitely is ambitious, even a bit arrogant. Proud, ambitious, cunning and ready to use any means to achieve his goals? Slytherin, I would say. 

Jaime: Gryffindor

I would say Jaime is a text-book Gryffindor. Daring, cocky, ready to stand up for what is right: 

“You’re hurting me,” they had heard Rhaella cry through the oaken door. “You’re hurting me.” In some queer way, that had been worse than Lord Chelsted’s screaming. “We are sworn to protect her as well,” Jaime had finally been driven to say. “We are,” Darry allowed, “but not from him.”

He kills the Mad King to stop him from killing thousands over thousands, has a man beheaded for rape, jumps between Brienne and a bear to save her, he is brave and deep down wants to be a chivalrous knight. I don’t think he fits the hard-working, patient nature of Hufflepuffs too well tbh. 

Arya: Slytherin (or Gryffindor. Both is good) 

I don’t necessarily disagree with your choice, but I do think there are good reasons for putting her in Slytherin other than her kill-list. 

She is ambitious and thinks about rising to positions that society denies her: Arya cocked her head to one side. “Can I be a king’s councillor and build castles and become the High Septon?”. She is cunning and resourceful, she tricks Jaqen into helping her get out of Harrenhal by telling him to kill himself! She is determined to succeed in what she sets her mind to: "Syrio says that every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better.“ She is fiercely loyal to her own and vengeful against those wronged her or those that are close to her. She also often associated with water, for all that matters. 

But I do agree that she also makes a good Gryffindor, but I would argue that Slytherin fits her just a bit better. The good kind of Slytherin. 

Sansa: Hufflepuff

Sansa on the other hand, in my humble opinion, is terribly misplaced in Slytherin (at least when we focus on the books, but also the show to a lesser degree).

She really doesn’t want to be powerful, she wanted to live out her personal little fairytale. She even has a line in the book about how she really, really doesn’t want to play the game (even if she’s forced into it): I never asked to play. The game was too dangerous. One slip and I am dead. She isn’t so much into getting power, her ideal life looks more like this: She pictured the two of them sitting together in a garden with puppies in their laps, or listening to a singer strum upon a lute while they floated down the Mander on a pleasure barge. If I give him sons, he may come to love me. She would name them Eddard and Brandon and Rickon, and raise them all to be as valiant as Ser Loras.

Sansa is not very cunning, quite on the contrary she easily trusts people and is rather naive (at least in the beginning). She has to learn to see through people instead of just expecting the best of them. I would argue she fits Hufflepuff a lot better. She is a people-pleaser who tried her best to be and do what people expected of her, excelling at the tasks that were given to her. She is hardworking and dutiful. 

She is compassionate even to her enemies and the people who wronged her:  “Take him to Maester Frenken.” Lancel was one of them, yet somehow she still could not bring herself to wish him dead. I am soft and weak and stupid, just as Joffrey says. I should be killing him, not helping him. She is patient when taking care of Sweetrobin. She does have a bit of classicism problem at first, but that was more out of naivete and thinking that the ruling class actually was good and just and that people aren’t suffering because of it.  She speaks up to save Dontos from being killed  “Sansa could not believe she had spoken. Was she mad? To tell him no in front of half the court? She hadn’t meant to say anything, only … Ser Dontos was drunk and silly and useless, but he meant no harm.” She warns Margaery about Joffrey: How can I let my sister marry Joffrey? she thought, and suddenly her eyes were full of tears. “Margaery, please,” she said, “you mustn’t.” It was hard to get the words out. “You mustn’t marry him. He’s not like he seems, he’s not. He’ll hurt you."  

I suppose she often gets sorted into Ravenclaw because of her love for songs and stories, but I would argue Hufflepuff actually fits her the best. 

Those were just a few of my thought ;) Hope you don’t mind. 

[dilebe06]

Inserire Sansa in Serpeverde per ambizione?

Le hanno offerto il potere per tutta la settima stagione e lei ha sempre rifiutato.

[a-sorting-hat]

Sansa has always wanted to be queen or at least the lady of an important castle and she practically admitted she was the one who should have been chosen by the northern, not Jon (who honestly did nothing but trying to screw everything up in the battle of bastards). She only married Ramsay because she would be Wardeness of the North! Anyway she was only ok about Jon leaving to Dragonstone when he told her she was going to be in control of Winterfell (and there are other traits on her that make her a Slytherin)

[a-sorting-hat]

Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate… Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything… but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused… do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

[occupyvenus]

Nice takes! I do disagree on four characters though: 

Renly: Slytherin

He is determined and resourceful, schemes in the background from the very beginning. I don’t disagree about him being primarily after glory, but I think him yearning for greatness puts him closer to Slytherin than to Gryffindor. He didn’t want to be a brave and chivalrous knight, he wanted to be king because he thought he would be better at it than anyone else and did everything he could to achieve his goal. Renly definitely is ambitious, even a bit arrogant. Proud, ambitious, cunning and ready to use any means to achieve his goals? Slytherin, I would say. 

Jaime: Gryffindor

I would say Jaime is a text-book Gryffindor. Daring, cocky, ready to stand up for what is right: 

“You’re hurting me,” they had heard Rhaella cry through the oaken door. “You’re hurting me.” In some queer way, that had been worse than Lord Chelsted’s screaming. “We are sworn to protect her as well,” Jaime had finally been driven to say. “We are,” Darry allowed, “but not from him.”

He kills the Mad King to stop him from killing thousands over thousands, has a man beheaded for rape, jumps between Brienne and a bear to save her, he is brave and deep down wants to be a chivalrous knight. I don’t think he fits the hard-working, patient nature of Hufflepuffs too well tbh. 

Arya: Slytherin (or Gryffindor. Both is good) 

I don’t necessarily disagree with your choice, but I do think there are good reasons for putting her in Slytherin other than her kill-list. 

She is ambitious and thinks about rising to positions that society denies her: Arya cocked her head to one side. “Can I be a king’s councillor and build castles and become the High Septon?”. She is cunning and resourceful, she tricks Jaqen into helping her get out of Harrenhal by telling him to kill himself! She is determined to succeed in what she sets her mind to: "Syrio says that every hurt is a lesson, and every lesson makes you better.“ She is fiercely loyal to her own and vengeful against those wronged her or those that are close to her. She also often associated with water, for all that matters. 

But I do agree that she also makes a good Gryffindor, but I would argue that Slytherin fits her just a bit better. The good kind of Slytherin. 

Sansa: Hufflepuff

Sansa on the other hand, in my humble opinion, is terribly misplaced in Slytherin (at least when we focus on the books, but also the show to a lesser degree).

She really doesn’t want to be powerful, she wanted to live out her personal little fairytale. She even has a line in the book about how she really, really doesn’t want to play the game (even if she’s forced into it): I never asked to play. The game was too dangerous. One slip and I am dead. She isn’t so much into getting power, her ideal life looks more like this: She pictured the two of them sitting together in a garden with puppies in their laps, or listening to a singer strum upon a lute while they floated down the Mander on a pleasure barge. If I give him sons, he may come to love me. She would name them Eddard and Brandon and Rickon, and raise them all to be as valiant as Ser Loras.

Sansa is not very cunning, quite on the contrary she easily trusts people and is rather naive (at least in the beginning). She has to learn to see through people instead of just expecting the best of them. I would argue she fits Hufflepuff a lot better. She is a people-pleaser who tried her best to be and do what people expected of her, excelling at the tasks that were given to her. She is hardworking and dutiful. 

She is compassionate even to her enemies and the people who wronged her:  "Take him to Maester Frenken.” Lancel was one of them, yet somehow she still could not bring herself to wish him dead. I am soft and weak and stupid, just as Joffrey says. I should be killing him, not helping him. She is patient when taking care of Sweetrobin. She does have a bit of classicism problem at first, but that was more out of naivete and thinking that the ruling class actually was good and just and that people aren’t suffering because of it.  She speaks up to save Dontos from being killed  “Sansa could not believe she had spoken. Was she mad? To tell him no in front of half the court? She hadn’t meant to say anything, only … Ser Dontos was drunk and silly and useless, but he meant no harm.” She warns Margaery about Joffrey: How can I let my sister marry Joffrey? she thought, and suddenly her eyes were full of tears. “Margaery, please,” she said, “you mustn’t.” It was hard to get the words out. “You mustn’t marry him. He’s not like he seems, he’s not. He’ll hurt you."  

I suppose she often gets sorted into Ravenclaw because of her love for songs and stories, but I would argue Hufflepuff actually fits her the best. 

Those were just a few of my thought ;) Hope you don’t mind. 

[a-sorting-hat]

Loved to read your point of view rly

I think I agree with you on Renly, I admit I’ve never gave him much attention, and now after reading your thoughts I guess maybe schemming to get Margaery to marry Robert was a rather cunning move actually, not that much of a defying act, so I’m rectifying what I said. But I do need to say, Gryffindors are just as proud and greatness seekers as Slytherins are. The two Houses can be very alike actually and the biggest difference between then lies on determination and cunning - which you were right, Renly does have those traits.

But I don’t think Arya is cunning enough to be a Slytherin. Sure I understood your point, but I don’t think not accepting gender roles makes her less of a Gryffindor, just as I don’t thinking tricking someone who wants to kill you if you don’t follow their orders makes you manipulative as a Slytherin would be... I believe Arya’s Slytherin traits are rather... regular? Idk I just can picture her perfectly in Gryffindor with all her “I’m pissed so I’m gonna act bravely and stupidly” attitude (I’m really not trying to offend any Gryffindors here, it’s just a bit of a pattern when it comes to their representation). Actually Arya sometimes reminds me a lot of Harry himself (except the murderer part).

About Jaime, I totally get your point, really. But I don’t know if I’m letting my own personal thoughts on Jaime get in my way, but I really think he’s umbloomed a great Hufflepuff. That scene with Brienne in the bathtub keeps coming back on my mind. He sacrificed all of his reputation, his name, his glory to do what he thought was right and this “vows” thing is always such a big deal for him, he’s done breaking vows, he hates it. I believe all of his arrogance comes after all those judgements he had to go through and deep inside he just wanted to prove that he does have honour and how loyal he can be. But yeah, all the hardworking and patience part sounds a bit not much him. Maybe Gryffindor fits him better, so I’m rectifying him too, but he’ll always be a Hufflepuff in my heart.

(Speaking of my heart, please don’t say “the good kind of slytherin” or you’re gonna hurt it, I know our representation sucks, but hey we can be very nice when you meet us damn I promised myself I was not gonna reveal my House to avoid people thinking I’m being partial look what you just did hon)

Now, Sansa’s bit, sorry but I cringed. I know she was very naive, but it doesn’t change her potential to be cunning - which she’s already shown us. I know Show-Sansa is very different from Book-Sansa (after all a lot of things were changed in her story line) but at least on the show I’m keeping her on Slytherin. Yes, she wants to live her own personal fairytale, that’s her goal and she’s up to a lot to accomplish it. Even though she wasn’t very “wise” when it came to her future when she was a child, she’s always tried. That’s what mattered to her. And just now on S7 we saw how much she wants to rule (”no Jon you shouldn’t leave Winterfell” “it’s ok I’m letting you on command” “oh fine then goodbye”). 

Tbh I don’t see her initial state of trusting anyone places her in Hufflepuff, even because they’re way more selective than people think, that’s just a stereotype (we don’t even get that from the books, after all we have Tonks, Cedric, Ernie, etc and they are not the kind that trusts anyone). I personally believes Sansa was more desperate than anything and that’s why her naivety blinded her for some time. She was a child in a dangerous place. And hey Slytherins can be compassionate too.

Trying hard to undestand what’s up with people that place her in Ravenclaw because she likes stories rly. Thanks, now I’m less confused but still like whaaaat

Anyway, I really enjoyed reading your pov, thanks so much! Hope we can discuss more about it on part 2!

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Game of Thrones (Show) - Part One

Baratheon, Joffrey: Slytherin

There’s not much to say. Joffrey enjoys power and will do anything to achieve his goals. He doesn’t mind being manipulative, unfair or cruel, he puts himself at first and nothing else matters (not that all Slytherins put themselves at first, Joffrey’s goal is his own pleasure, but that’s his case).

Baratheon, Renly: Gryffindor

What were the two things that Renly loved the most? Loras and glory. He enjoyed being appreciated, he enjoyed being great. He was daring, that we know, defying his own big brother and schemming to get Robert to marry Margaery (before the king’s death, obviously). Glorious, daring, passionate... Renly was a lion.

Baratheon, Robert: Gryffindor

Nerves of steal, brave and proud. Robert Baratheon seeks glory and behaves like a true lion. He values curage and boldness and is quite idealist and loyal to the ones he cares.

Baratheon, Shireen: Ravenclaw

We know for a fact that this lovely little lady loves to learn about anything. She’s curious, keen and smart. Creative and witty, the girl is very wise for her age and even thaught Ser Davos how to read. Shireen is an adorable Ravenclaw.

Baratheon, Stannis: Hufflepuff

Before you hate on me, let me tell you how I came to this conclusion. Trust me, it’s weird for me too. What do we know about Stannis? That he burned his own daughter in order to achieve his goal, I know. That tragic fact apart, what do we know about him? That he was resentful of his brother Robert for not giving him the family lands after he failed on his mission during the rebellion. That he kept loyal to Robert because he thought that was the right thing to do, it was his duty to serve his older brother. We know that he didn’t want to be king, but that he saw it as his duty, his obligation. That, in his own way, he was an honoured man that valued hardworking. Not the most open-minded man, of course, but still loyal to the ones he thought he should be - his family. Stannis values the truth and the honour. Those were the facts that made me see that this grumpy man is more leaned to Hufflepuff than he is to Slytherin. Stannis was the most unpleasant Hufflepuff that has ever existed, but he still was a Hufflepuff.

Baratheon, Tommen: Hufflepuff

Tommen was very good-hearted and tried his best to be a good king. He wanted to do what he thought was right and didn’t want to go against his family or his wife or anyone. Poor child, only trying to do what his heart demanded. He tried to remain loyal to his beloved ones, he was genuine, honest and patient.

Bolton, Ramsay: Slytherin

Cunning and ambitious, nothing gets between Ramsay and what he desires. For a long time his goal was to impress his father, but after some time that wasn’t enough anymore and he wanted to go bigger. He wanted to prove that a bastard could reach high. He loved power in every single way and he proved many times that he was up to anything to get what he wanted.

Bolton, Roose: Slytherin

Like father, like son. Roose didn’t mind switching his loyalty to accomplish his goals. He was ambitious and really clever. He wanted to rule over the North and that’s what he did.

Clegane, Sandor: Gryffindor

I’ve seen the Hound being placed in Slytherin before, but I don’t think he is ambitious enough. He doesn’t crave power, he spent a good part of his life serving the annoying Prince Joffrey. But the Hound does value strenght and his principles. He is not a man with no principles, he protected Arya because he thought he should. I can picture Sandor in Gryffindor better than in any other House.

Greyjoy, Theon: Gryffindor

Although Theon was willing to betray his best friend to be seen as great, he didn’t do it for power. He did it because he wanted to be seen as great, he wanted to prove his value! He wanted glory! He just got confused, but all he had ever wanted was to be regonised as good. He values courage, not ambition. He’s a lion too.

Lannister, Cersei: Slytherin

Who would say that Slytherin would be so well represented by a golden and red lion? Cersei and (most of) her family have the perfect traits to a Slytherin: she’s cunning, ambitious, clever, good players of the game of thrones, focused, patient, determined, versatile, charming, self-reliant and much more.

Lannister, Jaime: Hufflepuff

Ok, I just said the Lannisters are good slytherins, but not Jaime. Actually, Jaime would be a terrible slytherin. No, Jaime is Hufflepuff. Although he is indeed a bit deviated, I believe he is a very good Hufflepuff. Not that he has a commitment with the truth, but Jaime is loyal, he is so very loyal to the ones he selects. He sacrificed his reputation to save everyone’s life, he accepted being the Kingslayer so he wouldn’t betray his family because of a mad evil king. Jaime becomes friends with Brienne exactly because he values loyalty. He does what he thinks it’s right and he’s just decided that his sister is not worthy of his loyalty, but, just as before, he must be loyal to the innocent people that’s being suffering because of mad kings and queens.

Lannister, Tyrion: Slytherin

A lot of people would place Tyrion in Ravenclaw only because he’s clever and reads books. Dull. Tyrion has stated: the books are a way to his goal. Tyrion wants to be clever, wants to prove his value, wants to sharpen his mind, that’s why he reads books. He’s not fond of learning for the sake of learning. He wants to be one step ahead, he wants to prove himself useful. He doesn’t value creativity and curiosity as a Ravenclaw would do, he values cunning and ambition. He wants what’s his by right: Casterly Rock. He wants power and status. He admitted to love to play the game of thrones. Guys, Tyrion is a Slytherin.

Lannister, Tywin: Slytherin

Cersei and Tyrion are a reflection of Tywin. I don’t need to explain why Tywin is a Slytherin, you can just listen to The Rains of a Castamere - that song helps elucidating a lot about Tywin Lannister. The Golden Lion is the new Silver Snake.

Snow, Jon: Gryffindor

Brave. That’s Jon Snow. Jon is like the Harry Potter of a Song of Ice and Fire. He values courage, honesty, he’s practical, idealistc and so very honoured. Jon is a Gryffindor and there’s not much to say about it.

Stark, Arya: Gryffindor

Again, a lot of people place Arya in Slytherin for some reason I’ve never really understood. Because she has a list of people that she wants to murder? Hey, everyone is allowed to want revenge. Arya is not very cunning or ambitious, she’s more impulsive and passionate. She’s got nerves of still and strong moral principles - not to mention how brave she is. She does what she thinks it’s right and craves adventure.

Stark, Bran: Gryffindor

Hey, where are the westerosi ravenclaws? They exist, but Bran is not one of them. Bran was curious as any other child, he was never curious about knowledge or something. He wanted to be knight and then suddenly he finds out he needs to be some kind of raven with three eyes (a raven I know). The thing is, Bran didn’t want to know everything about everything. He did it because he needed to, he found out that was his duty. But he never gave a single damn about wisdom or creativity. He just wanted to be a brave knight and bring glory to his name, to seek adventures. But, still, he went to fulfill his duty.

Stark, Eddard (Ned): Hufflepuff

No news on this one. Ned always reminds us how honest he is, how much he values loyalty and justice. He is driven by his honour and his moral. Ned is definitely a Hufflepuff and there’s not much to add.

Stark, Robb: Gryffindor

Brave Robb, with his moral instincts and comitted to his honour. Robb would have being a good ruler, just like his father, but I believe he was more inclined to glory, bravery and greatness than to loyalty and honesty (not that he wasn’t loyal and honest, he was, I just think the other traits stand out a bit more).

Stark, Sansa: Slytherin

Why in the Seven Hells do people keep placing Sansa in Ravenclaw? I know she looks good in blue, but damn Sansa is so far away from wittyness, curiosity, creativity and everything that makes a Ravenclaw so unique. Since the first chapter/episode what do we know about Sansa? She wants to be powerful! She wants to marry the prince, she wants to be the best! She has always wanted power and greatness and she learned how to play the game and get what she wants. She’s determined, she wanted to stay at King’s Landing (poor her, so naive at first) and what did she do? She told Cersei her father was planning to take her and her sister away. That’s Sansa! In the series, she married Ramsay so she would rule over the North (again, poor her). She learned with Margaery and with Little Finger how to bend the world and I bet you nothing will stop her now that she’s free from her past.

Tarly, Sam: Ravenclaw

Westerosi ravenclaws, unite! So hard to find someone in this series that loves learning for the sake of learning, everyone is so obsessed by power and everything... but not Sam, our brave boy! I believe a good part of the fans identifies with Sam. He is awesome! He wanted to be a magician! Sam is witty, curious, logical, soooo fond of learning, wise, creative and damn he is clever. He’s everything a good raven is.

Tarth, Brienne of: Hufflepuff

So far, so obvious. Brienne values hardworking, loyalty above everything and honour. She’s good hearted, determined, passionate and well-rounded. No doubts in here, the Hat doesn’t need more than 1s on the head of this one.

Targaryen, Daenerys: Slytherin

Dany will be the queen, whatever it takes. She will what is hers with fire and blood. Cunning, ambitious, powerful, clever, focused... do you need more?

Tyrell, Margaery: Slytherin

No doubts on this one either. Margaery wants to be the Queen and she doesn’t mind if she needs to marry Robert, Renly, Joffrey or Tommen. Nothing will stand between her and her power, not Cersei, nor the Faith, nothing. She’s adaptable as a good slytherin should be.

Tyrell, Olenna: Slytherin

Well, she’s not letting her beloved granddaughter marry that monster, is she? She thaught Margaery everything she knows. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about the lady who made the Lord of Highgarden fall for her only because she didn’t like the guy she was supposed to marry. She makes her own destiny.

Part 2 is coming.

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Sherlock (BBC)

Adler, Irene: Slytherin

“Oh, a power play. A power play with the most powerful family in Britain. Now that is a dominatrix. Ooh, this is getting rather fun, isn’t it?” says Sherlock Holmes about the Woman. That’s Irene Adler, she has contacts, she wants to ensure people will be avaiable to her at any time she needs. She’s clever, cunning, powerful, not at all extraordinary and doesn’t care about the rules. Irene is determinated and, guess what, she manages to beat even the great Sherlock Holmes, as he is right there where she needs at the end of the episode. Charming and ambitious, Irene, you’re definitetly a Slytherin.

Holmes, Eurus: Ravenclaw

Eurus could be easily placed at Slytherin, as she has done a lot to get what she wants. But locked in the same place for such a long time, I don’t think Eurus seeks a powerful position, at least not anymore. Not everyone with a goal is a Slytherin. Eurus is insterested, curious, clever, perceptive, analytical, logical. Yes, she’s quite manipulative (very, very indeed) and didn’t give a damn about the consequences of her crazy and desperate plan to get her brother’s attention, but I really think “ambitious” is not something that she values that much (not that she wouldn’t value it at all, I really couldn’t say). She is the most intelligent person in the room, but not because she wants status or something. She doesn’t want applause, she’s just curious.

(Friendly reminder that Tulipa Karasu, that appears in Hogwarts Mystery, is a Ravenclaw and a troublemaker, so don’t come and tell me that all ravens love the rules).

Holmes, Mycroft: Slytherin

Come on, Mycroft is the British Government when he’s not busy being the Secret Service or whatever. Mycroft is brilliant, extraordinary, sharp-minded and ambitious. He does seek power in the most literal meaning - and he’s very happy about being in the shadows with all of his contacts instead of being Prime Minister or whatever. He’s astute and will do anything to achieve his goals as a good Slytherin. Be it stealing corpses from their families to save living people from a terrorist attack or even using his position to save his brother’s ass after the younger one murdered someone, Mycroft is ready to whatever he needs to do.

Holmes, Sherlock: Slytherin

“How would you describe me, John? Resourceful, dynamic, enigmatic?” (The Blind Banker)

One of my most controversial assumptions. People usually push Sherlock to Ravenclaw because he’s a genius. Guys, Sherlock is definitely a Slytherin. Sherlock might have Ravenclaw traits, as anyone from any House, but he doesn’t crave knowledge, he deletes everything he judges as unimportant to his job.  Do you really think a Ravenclaw would choose to forget about the Solar System? Sherlock has a very strong goal and is extremely determined. He despises anything that’s ordinary, he wants to be the best and values people who are great like him. He doesn’t care at all about wisdom or curiosity and, as he himself stated, he has never liked riddles. He’s manipulative, nothing gets between him and what he wants.

Hooper, Molly: Hufflepuff

Although Molly would really look incredible wearing blue robes of a Ravenclaw, we don’t have any evidence that she would value intelligence and creativity the most. She might value those traits, actually, but I’m leaning to place her in Hufflepuff. We do know how much she values loyalty, how fair she is, how honest, compassionate and accepting she is, and how much she cares about being there for the ones she trusts. That’s why I’m placing Molly in Hufflepuff.

Hudson, Martha: Gryffindor

Mrs. Hudson, the landlady and not your housekeeper is bold, caring, brave and loves a good adventure. I mean, for as we’ve seen, she does really enjoy living at the edge. I just can picture her perfectly in Gryffindor, home of the fearless folks.

Lestrade, Greg: Gryffindor

Graham Greg Lestrade is an honoured man, brave and loyal. Lestrade does what he thinks it’s right and all he wants is his friend to prove himself a good man, not just a great one, because being good it’s important to him. I was a bit unsure at first, but I do believe that Greg Lestrade is an excellent example of a Gryffindor. It’s sad that all of the glory he deserves ends up taken by Sherlock when John posts about the cases on his blog. Well, that’s life.

Moriarty, Jim: Slytherin

I don’t think Moriarty could be placed in any other House than Slytherin. Not just because of his slyness and cunning, but because, in his mind, everything has to be great - and he is the greatest. He thinks himself as extraordinary and even Sherlock bored him at some point. Well, what to say about a man that killed himself to force his enemy to finish a game? Not even his own life mattered more than to give Sherlock what he owed him: a fall.

Watson, John: Gryffindor

I confess that at first I was in doubt about placing John in Gryffindor or Hufflepuff. I didn’t need to get much far to convince myself that John is a Gryffindor, I mean, the man is addicted in adrenaline, he bloody misses the war! John is honest, loyal, practical, determined and brave, but he does seek glory and honour. And John did betray his wife and abandoned his best friend for a moment, but ended up doing what he thought was right.

Watson, Mary: Slytherin

Although Mary doesn’t care much about being in the highlights (ok, let’s not forget her initial job was being a secret agent - serving whoever paid more I should say), she still doesn’t let anything ger on her way. When you open The Prince by Machiavelli where it says that the end justifies the means there’s a photo of Mary Watson. Leaving her family to protect them, getting a new identity, lying to her husband because she didn’t want him to hate her, taking a bullet for her best friend. Mary is a Slytherin.

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The Sorting Hat

Hey guys, here I’ll be sorting characters from different shows and films in the four Hogwarts Houses. Feel free to ask for specific characters and etc.

For some reason, I’ve always taken this very seriously. It pisses me off a bit when people choose to ignore how complex we humans are and go like “oh, this character is clever, so Ravenclaw” or “they are brave, so Gryffindor” or “haha they’re sweet, so Hufflepuff” or “they’re evil, Slytherin for sure”. Everyone can be brave, smart, cunning and loyal. The Sorting Hat analyses what people most value, what is more important to them, not even being necessary for the person to express that trait. Enjoying reading doesn’t make you a Ravenclaw, just like being nice to people doesn’t make you a Hufflepuff.

A Ravenclaw values smartness, wittiness, curiosity, wisdom, a sharp mind. They tend to be racional, individual, analytical, logical, good observers. They crave knowledge, they like to learn about everything, that’s what makes them intelligent. They’re not necessarily unemotional or arrogant. Remember that they have Luna Lovegood and her father, Professor Flitwick and they also have Gilderoy Lockhart. People are different.

A Hufflepuff is someone who values loyalty the most. They value hardworking and determination, they are fair and honoured. They tend to be patient, accepting, honest, practical. They don’t see nothing wrong in depending on someone, because they choose their friends very carefully and that’s what matters to them: the people they trust. They’re not necessarily sweet or naive. They have Cedric Diggory, who insisted in annuling a quidditch match when he found out Harry Potter had been attacked during it, and they also have Ernest MacMillan, who were convinced once that anyone who had been a parseltongue were sure to be evil. Again, people are different.

To a Gryffindor, as we know very well, the most important is to be brave. To have courage, to be honoured, honest and fair. They are practical and blunt, they seek glory. They tend to be proud, great leaders, idealistic. They’re loyal to the truth and they do what they think it’s right, they respect their principles. They are not necessarily irresponsible or arrogant. They have Harry Potter and Hermione Granger and they also have Petter Pettigrew and Percy Weasley. People. Are. Different.

A Slytherin values ambition, they are cunning, adaptable and determined. They tend to seek power, but that doesn’t mean they want to rule the world. Slytherins are not evil. When Slytherins say that they would do anything to achieve their goals, that doesn’t mean they’re up to kill someone. Some might be, but that’s because that person doesn’t care about that, not the entire House. One’s most important goal could be to promote peace and never to hurt someone. That would mean they would do anything, even if they had to sacrifice personal stuff, because those would be less important than world peace, but they would try and achieve their objective. That’s being a Slytherin. Being loyal to the ones you love, being focused and even bold. They tend to be great leaders, just like Gryffindors, and to be clever like Ravenclaws, because they value astuteness. They’re not necessarily bad people, selfish, prejudiced or disloyal. They have Draco and Lucius Malfoy and they also have Andromeda Tonks and Horace Slughorn. We already know that people are different, right?

I will base the post on all of this. I’ve been told that I have unusual opinions on this matter, but I do really enjoy myself and I try to be very fair and impartial. Think outside the box, folks, things are way more complex than they look - that’s what makes then interesting.

PS.: English is not my first language, so I apologise for any mistakes. I would appreciate if someone warned me when they spot anything wrong.