It is commonly known that Hufflepuff house is defined by loyalty, kindness, fairness, and hard work. What exactly 

about these traits makes them seem less honorable than bravery, ambition or wisdom?

Perhaps it is because the idea of loyalty brings to mind a kind of submission or dependence. Some may say loyalty to a 

certain person suggests inferiority because they assume loyalty means following that one person's commands or ideas 

blindly. Though that type of loyalty does exist, it does not seem to be the type of loyalty that defines Hufflepuff house. 

Consider the houses other qualities, fairness for example, suggests that the type of loyalty dominated by Hufflepuff 

house is that of being loyal to one's beliefs or the greater good. A true Hufflepuff may be dedicated to a person's well 

being rather than their commands

Kindness is often an underestimated trait because it seems unimportant in following one's moral code, wheras chivalry 

is seen as a more powerful way to send a message of someone's character. However, the ability to be kind to someone 

represents an underlying ability empathize (which is perhaps the most noble of abilities). Being able to see outside of 

one's own needs and emotions and understand the minds of other people suggests a different, more complex kind of 

wisdom or power. Empathy is a beautiful trait that often comes along with gentleness, understanding, and warmth. Even 

though someone may scoff at the importance of kindness and warmth in a persons overall character, consider how 

lonely and cold life would be without the people who respect and nurture you with the loyalty that Hufflepuff house 

represents. 

The idea of hard work represents persistence and dedication, but it is often seemed to be more fit for someone born 

without natural ability or status. This is not necessarily true. Hard work enhances one's natural abilities and gives them 

strength to advance in their life. Without it, most of us would remain in the same spot in our lives, never improving 

ourselves or our surroundings. Hard work is essential in the process of bettering making and the world as we know it.