House Slytherin is one of the four houses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Founded by Salazar Slytherin, it values ambition, cunning, and resourcefulness. The house emblem is a serpent, and its colors are green and silver. Slytherin students are known for their strong leadership qualities and determination to achieve their goals. The common room of House Slytherin is located in the dungeons, beneath the Black Lake. Members of Slytherin often have a reputation for being competitive and sometimes ruthless. Notable Slytherins include Draco Malfoy and Severus Snape, who have played significant roles in the Harry Potter series.