Slytherins evil? Not necesarily

[Felicia Rickmann]

No: HPFGUIDX 36461

I don't think people finding themselves sorted into Slytherin are 
inherently evil. Ambitious, possibly ruthless, yes, but not *evil*.
I do think, however, that the qualities that make a cannon Slytherin, also 
make it far easier for them to become evil. The line between good and evil 
for them is very blurred, and what starts out as a driving ambition, with 
little thought to the consequences, quickly becomes evil acts.


Charlene 

If I remember - quoting from memory which is sometines fatal - Dumbledore, when Harry queries why he was nearly sorted into Slytherin says something to the effect that Salazar Slytherin prized ambition, resourcefulness, and a disregard for rules.   

These are not always qualities guaranteed to turn out the nastier element but maybe more inclined towards it.  Slytherin could, I think, turn out excellent positive leaders as, to get to the top in any sphere a wizard or muggle needs cunning and resourcefulness.  Many students would not necesarily worry about being sorted into Slytherin, others may have a family tradition e.g. chez maison Malfoy.  

My only worry about being a Slytherin in that case would be the common room (being at dungeon level) - I hate the dark ;-) <G>

Felicia




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