Slytherin House
Events [26]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
Diagon Alley [B1-C5]
76-79
Draco Expresses His Expectation To Be Sorted Into Slytherin House
While being fitted for robes, Harry meets Draco Malfoy, a haughty boy who introduces him to wizarding bloodline prejudices and unwittingly sets the stage for their future rivalry.
While being fitted for robes, Harry meets Draco Malfoy, a haughty boy who introduces him to wizarding bloodline prejudices and unwittingly sets the stage for their future rivalry.
79-80
Hagrid Associates Slytherin With Dark Wizards And Witches
Hagrid describes Quidditch, the wizarding sport, and explains the four Hogwarts houses, reassuring Harry about his place in the school despite his anxieties.
Hagrid describes Quidditch, the wizarding sport, and explains the four Hogwarts houses, reassuring Harry about his place in the school despite his anxieties.
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
106-108
Ron Fears Being Sorted Into Slytherin Due To Its Association With Dark Wizards
Ron shares his fears about being sorted into Slytherin and not living up to his family's legacy. He explains that his whole family has been in Gryffindor, and he worries that he won't meet expectations.
Ron shares his fears about being sorted into Slytherin and not living up to his family's legacy. He explains that his whole family has been in Gryffindor, and he worries that he won't meet expectations.
The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
113-115
Slytherin Is Introduced As A Hogwarts House With A Complex Reputation
The first-year students arrive at Hogwarts, where Professor McGonagall welcomes them and explains the importance of the Sorting Ceremony. She describes how their house will become their school family, leaving the students nervous about their imminent sorting.
The first-year students arrive at Hogwarts, where Professor McGonagall welcomes them and explains the importance of the Sorting Ceremony. She describes how their house will become their school family, leaving the students nervous about their imminent sorting.
117-118
Slytherin House Is Known For Cunning And Ambition
The Sorting Hat sings an introductory song detailing the qualities of the four Hogwarts houses—Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. The hat invites the students to try it on, promising to find their rightful house.
The Sorting Hat sings an introductory song detailing the qualities of the four Hogwarts houses—Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. The hat invites the students to try it on, promising to find their rightful house.
118-121
Slytherin Gains Members With Ambition And Cunning
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
121-121
The Sorting Hat Suggests That Harry Could Achieve Greatness In Slytherin
When Harry’s name is called, whispers ripple through the hall. The Sorting Hat debates placing him in Slytherin but ultimately honors Harry’s wish to join Gryffindor, marking a pivotal moment in his Hogwarts journey.
When Harry’s name is called, whispers ripple through the hall. The Sorting Hat debates placing him in Slytherin but ultimately honors Harry’s wish to join Gryffindor, marking a pivotal moment in his Hogwarts journey.
121-122
Blaise Zabini Is Sorted Into Slytherin, Joining Malfoy And Others
After being sorted into Gryffindor, Harry receives a warm welcome at the Gryffindor table. The Weasley twins cheer loudly, Percy shakes his hand, and Nearly Headless Nick introduces himself as the Gryffindor ghost.
After being sorted into Gryffindor, Harry receives a warm welcome at the Gryffindor table. The Weasley twins cheer loudly, Percy shakes his hand, and Nearly Headless Nick introduces himself as the Gryffindor ghost.
123-124
Slytherin House Is Linked With The Bloody Baron
Sir Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington, also known as Nearly Headless Nick, introduces himself to the new Gryffindor students. He shares insights about Hogwarts’ ghosts, including the chilling presence of the Bloody Baron.
Sir Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington, also known as Nearly Headless Nick, introduces himself to the new Gryffindor students. He shares insights about Hogwarts’ ghosts, including the chilling presence of the Bloody Baron.
128-130
Harry’s Dream Features The Turban Pressuring Him To Transfer To Slytherin
Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
Percy Weasley leads the Gryffindor first-years to their common room, navigating Hogwarts’ winding corridors and dealing with Peeves the Poltergeist. After giving the password, “Caput Draconis,” the students enter the cozy common room and settle into their dormitory for the night.
The Potions Master [B1-C8]
135-136
Slytherin House Is Noted For Being Favored By Professor Snape In Potions Class
Harry and Ron Have Breakfast and Are Invited to Visit Hagrid Later That Day
Harry and Ron Have Breakfast and Are Invited to Visit Hagrid Later That Day
The Midnight Duel [B1-C9]
150-152
McGonagall Mentions Gryffindor’s Loss To Slytherin In The Previous Quidditch Season
Instead of punishing Harry, Professor McGonagall introduces him to Oliver Wood, the captain of the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Impressed by Harry’s natural flying ability, Wood eagerly welcomes Harry as their new Seeker.
Instead of punishing Harry, Professor McGonagall introduces him to Oliver Wood, the captain of the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Impressed by Harry’s natural flying ability, Wood eagerly welcomes Harry as their new Seeker.
154-156
Hermione Mentions Not Wanting Slytherin To Win The House Cup
Hermione tries to stop Harry and Ron from sneaking out for the duel, but she ends up locked out of Gryffindor Tower. Neville, unable to remember the password, joins the group as they head toward the trophy room.
Hermione tries to stop Harry and Ron from sneaking out for the duel, but she ends up locked out of Gryffindor Tower. Neville, unable to remember the password, joins the group as they head toward the trophy room.
Quidditch [B1-C11]
180-181
Gryffindor Faces Slytherin in Harry’s First Quidditch Match
As November ushers in cold weather at Hogwarts, Hagrid defrosts broomsticks for the start of the Quidditch season. Harry trains intensely for his first match under Wood’s guidance. Despite efforts to keep his role as Seeker a secret, rumors spread, leading to mixed reactions. Hermione supports Harry with his studies, strengthening their budding friendship after the troll incident.
As November ushers in cold weather at Hogwarts, Hagrid defrosts broomsticks for the start of the Quidditch season. Harry trains intensely for his first match under Wood’s guidance. Despite efforts to keep his role as Seeker a secret, rumors spread, leading to mixed reactions. Hermione supports Harry with his studies, strengthening their budding friendship after the troll incident.
184-185
Slytherin Is Represented by Players in Green Robes for the Match
Before the match, Oliver Wood delivers an impassioned pep talk to the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Fred and George humorously interrupt, lightening the mood, but the team remains focused, determined to secure victory against Slytherin.
Before the match, Oliver Wood delivers an impassioned pep talk to the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Fred and George humorously interrupt, lightening the mood, but the team remains focused, determined to secure victory against Slytherin.
187-189
Slytherin House Cheers As Flint Blocks Harry To Gain An Advantage
As Harry spots the Golden Snitch, Slytherin captain Marcus Flint deliberately blocks him, nearly causing him to fall from his broom. The foul earns Gryffindor a penalty, but the Snitch disappears, leaving tensions high among players and spectators alike.
As Harry spots the Golden Snitch, Slytherin captain Marcus Flint deliberately blocks him, nearly causing him to fall from his broom. The foul earns Gryffindor a penalty, but the Snitch disappears, leaving tensions high among players and spectators alike.
The Mirror of Erised [B1-C12]
194-195
Slytherin House Faces Frustration After Losing To Gryffindor In Quidditch
With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
Nicolas Flamel [B1-C13]
216-217
Slytherin Is At Risk Of Losing Their Lead In The House Championship
As Gryffindor intensifies Quidditch practice to secure a win against Hufflepuff, the team learns Snape will referee the match. Concerned about Snape’s bias, Harry shares his worries with Ron and Hermione, who suggest extreme measures to keep him off the field. Harry resolves to play despite his fears.
As Gryffindor intensifies Quidditch practice to secure a win against Hufflepuff, the team learns Snape will referee the match. Concerned about Snape’s bias, Harry shares his worries with Ron and Hermione, who suggest extreme measures to keep him off the field. Harry resolves to play despite his fears.
217-218
Harry Contrasts Gryffindor’s Values With Malfoy’s Place In Slytherin
After being cursed by Malfoy, Neville hops to Gryffindor Tower with his legs stuck together. Hermione frees him with a countercurse, and Harry comforts him by giving him a Chocolate Frog. Encouraged by his friends’ support, Neville begins to stand up for himself.
After being cursed by Malfoy, Neville hops to Gryffindor Tower with his legs stuck together. Hermione frees him with a countercurse, and Harry comforts him by giving him a Chocolate Frog. Encouraged by his friends’ support, Neville begins to stand up for himself.
220-222
Slytherin Has Held The House Cup For Seven Consecutive Years
With the Quidditch match against Hufflepuff approaching, Harry grows increasingly nervous about Snape’s role as referee. His suspicions deepen as Snape’s behavior becomes more menacing, and he worries about the professor’s knowledge of their discovery of the Sorcerer’s Stone.
With the Quidditch match against Hufflepuff approaching, Harry grows increasingly nervous about Snape’s role as referee. His suspicions deepen as Snape’s behavior becomes more menacing, and he worries about the professor’s knowledge of their discovery of the Sorcerer’s Stone.
Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback [B1-C14]
240-241
Slytherin House Loses Points Due To Malfoy’s Actions
While transporting Norbert, Harry and Hermione overhear Malfoy attempting to report them to McGonagall. She dismisses his claims about a dragon and punishes him for being out after curfew. The duo successfully hands Norbert over to Charlie’s friends at the tower.
While transporting Norbert, Harry and Hermione overhear Malfoy attempting to report them to McGonagall. She dismisses his claims about a dragon and punishes him for being out after curfew. The duo successfully hands Norbert over to Charlie’s friends at the tower.
The Forbidden Forest [B1-C15]
244-245
Slytherins Mockingly Thank Harry For Helping Their House Win
After losing 150 points, Harry Potter becomes the target of resentment among Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff students, who blame him for jeopardizing their chance to defeat Slytherin in the House Cup.
After losing 150 points, Harry Potter becomes the target of resentment among Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff students, who blame him for jeopardizing their chance to defeat Slytherin in the House Cup.
The Man with Two Faces [B1-C17]
301-302
Slytherin Won The House Cup As Mentioned By Ron
Harry recounts his confrontation with Quirrell and Voldemort to Ron and Hermione in the hospital wing. They marvel at Harry’s bravery and express their gratitude for his courage.
Harry recounts his confrontation with Quirrell and Voldemort to Ron and Hermione in the hospital wing. They marvel at Harry’s bravery and express their gratitude for his courage.
304-305
Slytherin Leads The House Points And Celebrates Their Expected Victory
At the end-of-year feast, Gryffindor wins the House Cup after receiving additional points for bravery from Dumbledore. The Gryffindors celebrate their triumph over Slytherin in dramatic fashion.
At the end-of-year feast, Gryffindor wins the House Cup after receiving additional points for bravery from Dumbledore. The Gryffindors celebrate their triumph over Slytherin in dramatic fashion.
305-306
Slytherin’s Anticipated Victory Faces An Unexpected Challenge
During the feast, Dumbledore awards Neville Longbottom ten points for his courage in standing up to his friends, securing Gryffindor’s victory in the House Cup competition.
During the feast, Dumbledore awards Neville Longbottom ten points for his courage in standing up to his friends, securing Gryffindor’s victory in the House Cup competition.
306-307
Slytherin’s Decorations Are Replaced As They Lose The House Cup
Gryffindor triumphs over Slytherin after Dumbledore’s last-minute point awards, changing the decorations in the Great Hall and igniting a joyous celebration.
Gryffindor triumphs over Slytherin after Dumbledore’s last-minute point awards, changing the decorations in the Great Hall and igniting a joyous celebration.
