Another essay from the brilliant wintermoth who has effectively swayed me from sorting Martha into Ravenclaw:
I think Hufflepuff for Martha because she’s patient, she’s kind, hardworking, resourceful and just. Dead clever, yes, but being a Ravenclaw isn’t all about being smart. She’s down to earth and reasonable, she takes her knowledge and applies it logically and doesn’t lose her head in a crisis. She’s very patient and kind—she put up with Ten’s bullshit during season 3, particularly during the whole Human Nature bit. I mean damn. If I’d been stuck in 1913 working as a maid, I’d have probably been sacked day one. Cause I’d have cussed out and/or drop kicked Baines or one of those other sexist bastards, and I’m white so it wouldn’t have even have been as bad for me!
Plus, she’s the mediator in the family. Mum and Tish on one side, Dad and Leo on the other, with Martha smack in the middle and expected to be on everyone’s side at once.Another thing about Martha that is very Hufflepuff-y is that she is underestimated and under appreciated, by characters in the show as well as the fandom. If you told someone that a Hufflepuff was going to walk and save the world on her own, they’d probably laugh!
Also, think about Tonks. Damn good fighter, intelligent, loyal, and was able to look past age and difference in species to see someone worthy and deserving of loving. Sound familiar?
This is perfect and adorable.