Originally Posted by Dude
Originally Posted by Tigerle
the dreams of distinction and glory that Gryffindors hold.

I think you've confused Gryffindor with Slytherin there.

I think this is a trait that Gryffindors and Slytherins share. Only that Gryffindors want "brave deeds to their names" and Slytherins (namely Phineas Black) feel that Gryffindors engage in "pointless heroics", and Slytherins want to be admired and feared in order to wield power. They do not care about being heroic and chivalrous on the way.

Carry on.