Slytherin House 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. Students sorted into Slytherin are often known for their leadership qualities and determination to achieve their goals. The common room of Slytherin is located in the dungeons, beneath the Black Lake. The house mascot is a serpent, symbolizing the traits of its founder. Notable members include Draco Malfoy and Severus Snape, who exemplify the house's characteristics in various ways.