Representing Hogwarts

[zfshiruba]

No: HPFGUIDX 187591

Hi! So I'm rereading Goblet of Fire for probably the fiftieth time and I get to wondering.

What is it that the Goblet of Fire looks for in a Triwizard Champion?
Is it the best representative of the school as a whole? Whoever has the best chance to win? 

If so what does that say about the schools in question? Viktor seems to be a lot like Harry; talented, somewhat shy, headmaster's favorite, doesn't like to be fussed at. The portrayal of Viktor seems to belie Durmstrang's reputation as a bastion of the Dark Arts and leaning towards the Pureblood Elitists' view of the world.

Cedric shows loyalty, courage, and intelligence; Does he show the ambition and cunning of Slytherin as well? It seems to me that a Hogwarts champion would clearly have the traits of ALL four houses.

And what about Fleur? Does her performance in the lake suggest that Beauxbatons places less emphasis on defense? Or, like Hogwarts, has had substandard Defense instruction? The Hogwarts students learned grindylows as third years, after all. 

Finally, wouldn't DH Neville make a fantastic Champion?
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