Winky the House Elf

[Corey overton]

No: HPFGUIDX 191819

> Philip:
> Seeing as master-inflicted self-harm is not only not unusual but
considered normal - Dobby and Kreacher being notable examples, it is
plausible that Winky could have self-harmed to punish herself even in
> the absence of a direction from her master. However I dont think
> suicide would be considered. Living with the guilt seems to be the
house elf attitude to disappointing a master - Kreacher live in guilt
> due to his failure to Regulus and obeys commands of a portrait to
> ensure his commitment to the Black family.


Corey:
Yeah, guess you're right. It's just too bad we couldn't have
houselves in real life. Wouldn't that be fun?