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Ambitious, cunning, and…a ride or die.

Look, I get it, you think ~all Slytherins are evil~, and that’s totally fine.

Except it isn't.

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But, as a proud Slytherin myself, I know that those generalizations overshadow the TRUE nature of the house, and just how awesome some Slytherins are.

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A Slytherin will tell you to take time for yourself, and not waste your time on others who don’t deserve it.

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A Slytherin will be unafraid to call you out on your bullshit, and hold you accountable for your actions.

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A Slytherin will be the one there at one a.m. after your terrible break-up with a bottle of vodka and a box of Oreos to tell you you’re better than them.

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And, even when you’re in a relationship, a Slytherin will be the first one to remind you to “dump ’em” if they forget what a prize you are.

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A Slytherin will make sure you get all of your work done and then some.

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Because a Slytherin knows just how far your ambition can take you, and wants you to dream as big as possible.

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But, at the same time, a Slytherin will encourage you to have as much fun as humanly possible…and be pretty pissed if you’re not down.

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And a Slytherin will always make you laugh with their dry, sarcastic, (kind of) mean sense of humor.

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A Slytherin will push you to be the best, most unforgiving version of yourself, because they sure as heck are.

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A Slytherin will hate who you hate without question, and love who you love without hesitation.

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A Slytherin will defend your honor with their cunning wit and charm.

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Because a Slytherin can talk their way out of anything, so it’s always good to have one on the team.

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A Slytherin will always be there to aggressively remind you of your self-worth, even when you think you’re worth nothing.

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And, of course, a Slytherin will push you a little closer to the edge, and test your rebellious limits.

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So go out and find yourself a Slytherin to chill with! Trust me, we can be pretty cool.

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