Sorting Contest Results!
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hogwartsishomeWinners from the January Contest!! Congratulations!
First Place -![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-userinfo.gif)
chellemod of Slytherin House!
Second Place -tangerinesidhe of Gryffindor House!
Most people have a sense of humor, care about the people close to them, and want to accomplish certain things in life. There are a finite number of characters in the Potterverse from which to choose favorites and least favorites. Sometimes sorting can be difficult. However, considering the tone of the application--examining not just the choices but the motivation behind those choices--can make it much easier to place new students into the appropriate house.
Gryffindor: What is right?
Gryffindors usually look at the world in terms of right and wrong. Although they may shun rules and laws, they have a strongly defined moral code.
An application that talks about bravery does not equate to Gryffindor. Likewise, an application that fails to mention bravery does not eliminate the possibility of a Gryffindor. However, all Gryffindors have strong convictions and will fight for what they believe is right.
Hufflepuff: What is fair?
Hufflepuffs tend to look at the world in terms of fairness. They do not like to see people mistreated, and they do not like inequality.
Hufflepuffs are not cowardly and they are not stupid. They are not the "leftovers". They are willing to try, even though they might fail. Puffs are the kind of people who put the needs of others before their own.
Ravenclaw: What is reasonable?
Ravenclaws tend to reason out the world. They often look at the world as though they were an outside observer.
Anyone can be smart or articulate. What sets a Ravenclaw apart is the desire to learn. While most people regard knowledge as a means to achieve a goal, to a Ravenclaw the knowledge is the goal. This does not mean that Ravenclaws all like to study and do homework all the time. Look for people who have a sense of curiosity and common sense.
Slytherin: What is best?
Slytherins like to look at the world in terms of quality. They like to have the best, whether it is their career, their friends, or their possessions.
The desire for the best in all things is what gives Slytherins their ambition. They will try their hardest to be the top in everything, even if it means stepping on a few toes. However, few Slytherins are actually evil, and even fewer would be blatant in their applications.
Muggles:
Muggles are the kind of people who post applications without reading the rules. Think applications typed in caps lock with no space bar. Think applications that sprinkle house keywords into every answer. Muggles are the kind of people who don't take our community seriously, so they deserve nothing less but the same in return.
No Vote:
Sometimes people write really nice applications, but just don't give you enough information for sorting. You should never sort someone into a house just to sort them. It is not fair to that person, and it is really unfair to the house into which you place them. In these instances, let the person know why they have not been sorted. Chances are, they will elaborate on their answers or fix their application.
Third Place -shayuko of Hufflepuff House!
Often I'm torn between two houses when reading an application, so here's an essay kinda thing about the main differences between the houses. Or well, the way I see it :)
Slytherin-Gryffindor
A Gryffindor can be rash and quick to judge at times, while a Slytherin is constantly weighing options, thinking his actions through carefully. Outbursts like the ones Harry had during Umbridges classes would never happen to a Slytherin.
While Gryffindors and Slytherins can both have quite a temper, a Slytherin can control himself much better. Did you ever see a Slytherin start a fight? No. Yet Arthur, Neville, Hermione, Fred and Harry all let their emotions get the best of them at one point which resulted in them punching a Slytherin.
Slytherin-Ravenclaw
While to a Ravenclaw knowledge is a goal, to a Slytherin it is a tool he can use to realize his ambitions.
Ravenclaw wit is often mistaken for Slytherin snarkiness (which I don't even think is a Slytherin trait, but I won't go into that right now). There's a difference between being witty and being snarky. Witty is Ravenclaw, snarky is not.
Slytherin-Hufflepuff
While a Slytherin will use 'all means' to realize his ambitions, a Hufflepuff will draw the line at the point where he would interfere with someone elses happiness. A Slytherin is loyal to his close friends, his family and those who have earned his respect. A Hufflepuff can be naively loyal to anyone who hasn't *lost* his respect. A Slytherin chooses his friends with care, while a Hufflepuff will welcome anyone; the more the merrier!
Gryffindor-Hufflepuff
Gryffindors usually enjoy being in the spotlights, while Hufflepuffs may like it on occasion, but don't really care about it. A Gryffindor is very passionate about his beliefs and will speak his mind whenever given the opportunity which makes it hard for him to get back on their words and can make them quite stubborn (Hermione, SPEW) Hufflepuffs are a bit more down to earth and know when to keep their mouth shut in order to keep the peace.
Gryffindors like to be leaders, while Hufflepuffs will do it when needed but won't really jump up and down going 'Pick me!!'
Ravenclaw-Hufflepuff
Hufflepuffs are team players. 'All for one, and one for all' which is not the Ravenclaw way. It's not that they can't have a lot of friends, it's just that there's more of a 'every man for himself' spirit.
Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs may both work very hard for school, but a Ravenclaw does it because he wants to learn, while a Hufflepuff does it because of his hardworking nature and he's trying to reach whatever goal he set.
Ravenclaw-Gryffindor
The Hermione-issue. Gryffindors can obviously be intelligent, as can all houses, but again: to a Ravenclaw knowledge and learning is a goal. Hermione uses her knowledge to prove something. To prove that even though she's muggle-born she's as good a witch as any. I don't think she has a thirst for knowledge, she has a thirst to be best. Which is Gryffish.
Also, a huge difference between Ravenclaw and Gryffindor in my view is the mind-heart difference. Ravenclaws are analytical people, while Gryffindors are passionate and emotional.
All entries may be found here, and the various sorting guides will soon be put on the website for new members to use!
The point totals from January will be up within the next couple of days -- be on the lookout for that! If you plan on applying for the co-prefect position, do so asap as applications will shortly be cut off!
Bunny // Gryffindor
Mod
First Place -
chellemod of Slytherin House!Second Place -
tangerinesidhe of Gryffindor House!Most people have a sense of humor, care about the people close to them, and want to accomplish certain things in life. There are a finite number of characters in the Potterverse from which to choose favorites and least favorites. Sometimes sorting can be difficult. However, considering the tone of the application--examining not just the choices but the motivation behind those choices--can make it much easier to place new students into the appropriate house.
Gryffindor: What is right?
Gryffindors usually look at the world in terms of right and wrong. Although they may shun rules and laws, they have a strongly defined moral code.
An application that talks about bravery does not equate to Gryffindor. Likewise, an application that fails to mention bravery does not eliminate the possibility of a Gryffindor. However, all Gryffindors have strong convictions and will fight for what they believe is right.
Hufflepuff: What is fair?
Hufflepuffs tend to look at the world in terms of fairness. They do not like to see people mistreated, and they do not like inequality.
Hufflepuffs are not cowardly and they are not stupid. They are not the "leftovers". They are willing to try, even though they might fail. Puffs are the kind of people who put the needs of others before their own.
Ravenclaw: What is reasonable?
Ravenclaws tend to reason out the world. They often look at the world as though they were an outside observer.
Anyone can be smart or articulate. What sets a Ravenclaw apart is the desire to learn. While most people regard knowledge as a means to achieve a goal, to a Ravenclaw the knowledge is the goal. This does not mean that Ravenclaws all like to study and do homework all the time. Look for people who have a sense of curiosity and common sense.
Slytherin: What is best?
Slytherins like to look at the world in terms of quality. They like to have the best, whether it is their career, their friends, or their possessions.
The desire for the best in all things is what gives Slytherins their ambition. They will try their hardest to be the top in everything, even if it means stepping on a few toes. However, few Slytherins are actually evil, and even fewer would be blatant in their applications.
Muggles:
Muggles are the kind of people who post applications without reading the rules. Think applications typed in caps lock with no space bar. Think applications that sprinkle house keywords into every answer. Muggles are the kind of people who don't take our community seriously, so they deserve nothing less but the same in return.
No Vote:
Sometimes people write really nice applications, but just don't give you enough information for sorting. You should never sort someone into a house just to sort them. It is not fair to that person, and it is really unfair to the house into which you place them. In these instances, let the person know why they have not been sorted. Chances are, they will elaborate on their answers or fix their application.
Third Place -
shayuko of Hufflepuff House!Often I'm torn between two houses when reading an application, so here's an essay kinda thing about the main differences between the houses. Or well, the way I see it :)
Slytherin-Gryffindor
A Gryffindor can be rash and quick to judge at times, while a Slytherin is constantly weighing options, thinking his actions through carefully. Outbursts like the ones Harry had during Umbridges classes would never happen to a Slytherin.
While Gryffindors and Slytherins can both have quite a temper, a Slytherin can control himself much better. Did you ever see a Slytherin start a fight? No. Yet Arthur, Neville, Hermione, Fred and Harry all let their emotions get the best of them at one point which resulted in them punching a Slytherin.
Slytherin-Ravenclaw
While to a Ravenclaw knowledge is a goal, to a Slytherin it is a tool he can use to realize his ambitions.
Ravenclaw wit is often mistaken for Slytherin snarkiness (which I don't even think is a Slytherin trait, but I won't go into that right now). There's a difference between being witty and being snarky. Witty is Ravenclaw, snarky is not.
Slytherin-Hufflepuff
While a Slytherin will use 'all means' to realize his ambitions, a Hufflepuff will draw the line at the point where he would interfere with someone elses happiness. A Slytherin is loyal to his close friends, his family and those who have earned his respect. A Hufflepuff can be naively loyal to anyone who hasn't *lost* his respect. A Slytherin chooses his friends with care, while a Hufflepuff will welcome anyone; the more the merrier!
Gryffindor-Hufflepuff
Gryffindors usually enjoy being in the spotlights, while Hufflepuffs may like it on occasion, but don't really care about it. A Gryffindor is very passionate about his beliefs and will speak his mind whenever given the opportunity which makes it hard for him to get back on their words and can make them quite stubborn (Hermione, SPEW) Hufflepuffs are a bit more down to earth and know when to keep their mouth shut in order to keep the peace.
Gryffindors like to be leaders, while Hufflepuffs will do it when needed but won't really jump up and down going 'Pick me!!'
Ravenclaw-Hufflepuff
Hufflepuffs are team players. 'All for one, and one for all' which is not the Ravenclaw way. It's not that they can't have a lot of friends, it's just that there's more of a 'every man for himself' spirit.
Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs may both work very hard for school, but a Ravenclaw does it because he wants to learn, while a Hufflepuff does it because of his hardworking nature and he's trying to reach whatever goal he set.
Ravenclaw-Gryffindor
The Hermione-issue. Gryffindors can obviously be intelligent, as can all houses, but again: to a Ravenclaw knowledge and learning is a goal. Hermione uses her knowledge to prove something. To prove that even though she's muggle-born she's as good a witch as any. I don't think she has a thirst for knowledge, she has a thirst to be best. Which is Gryffish.
Also, a huge difference between Ravenclaw and Gryffindor in my view is the mind-heart difference. Ravenclaws are analytical people, while Gryffindors are passionate and emotional.
All entries may be found here, and the various sorting guides will soon be put on the website for new members to use!
The point totals from January will be up within the next couple of days -- be on the lookout for that! If you plan on applying for the co-prefect position, do so asap as applications will shortly be cut off!
Bunny // Gryffindor
Mod
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Date: 2005-01-30 09:31 pm (UTC)Also, Bunny, would you like me to put http://www.livejournal.com/community/hogwartsishome somewhere on them so they can't be taken from the community?
XD
-Chelle of Slytherin
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Date: 2005-01-30 09:39 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2005-01-30 09:59 pm (UTC)-Chelle of Slytherin.
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Date: 2005-01-30 10:19 pm (UTC)--Destiny, Gryffindor
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Date: 2005-01-30 10:21 pm (UTC)Your descriptions were excellent. Good job to you, as well. :)
-Chelle of Slytherin.
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Just a note though...for the Slytherin one...it's spelled "controversial" *grin*
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Date: 2005-01-30 10:17 pm (UTC)What's going to happen with these now? Is there a plan for posting them somewhere in association with
--Destiny, Gryffindor
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Date: 2005-04-27 06:31 am (UTC)-Mo//Hufflepuff