GRYFFINDOR

“You might belong in Gryffindor where dwell the brave at heart,
Their daring, nerve and chivalry set Gryffindors apart.”

DESCRIPTION

Gryffindor is one of the four Houses of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry that was founded by Godric Gryffindor.

HOUSE COLORS
— Scarlet and Gold

ANIMAL
— Lion

ELEMENT
— Fire

TRAITS

Courage
Bravery
Determination
Daring
Nerve
Chivalry

HEAD OF HOUSE
— Minerva McGonagall

HEAD GHOST
— Nearly Headless Nick

REPUTATION

Gryffindors and Slytherins have shared a fierce house rivalry since their founders had a severe falling out over Slytherin's emphasis on blood purity. The Gryffindors have commanded the respect of the wizarding world for nearly ten centuries.

COMMON ROOM

is located in the Gryffindor Tower and is guarded by an oil painting of the Fat Lady. She permits entry only after being given the correct password. Behind her is a large common room, with a fireplace and two staircases leading up to the girls' and boys' dormitories.

The common room is very comfortable, and members of the Gryffindor house meet there for study groups, celebrations, or relaxation. The walls are lined with portraits, each one depicting a previous or current Head of Gryffindor house.

There is a charm on the girls' staircase that prevents boys from using it; however, there is no such enchantment on the staircase to the boys' dormitory, allowing girls to use it whenever they wish, due to the founders' belief that girls were more trustworthy.

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