The Grand Theft Auto series features some of the most complex protagonists in gaming. Sure, they've been known to commit the odd crime here and there. To label them all as simple bad guys though would be doing both them and Rockstar a massive disservice.

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Their actions are typically driven by their circumstances rather than an inherent desire to do wrong. Behind those actions however lie an abundance of qualities and character traits that if properly utilized would make them huge assets to the societies of which they are a part of. All they need is the proper guidance.

If anyone is able to provide this guidance, it would be the wise witches and wizards of Hogwarts. They have a proven track record of molding young minds, not to mention the firepower to keep them in line. If they were to attend though, which of the four houses would be the best fit for them?

12 Claude (GTA III) - Gryffindor

Claude from GTA III

Claude's devotion to his girlfriend Catalina is admirable, even if it is misplaced. It's this kind of chivalry that Godric Gryffindor would have valued highly. As his story unfolds, players are shown a more daring side to Claude too.

His wager with CJ reveals that he's willing to take risks to further his cause and his quest for vengeance demonstrates that his driving motivation stems from doing what he believes to be right rather than it being about personal gain. Claude could do great things in Gryffindor, although he may need a little help gaining access to the common room.

11 Tommy Vercetti (GTA: Vice City) - Slytherin

Tommy from GTA Vice City

Not content with simply serving as an underling, Tommy rises to the very top by building his own criminal empire. He's one of the most ambitious protagonists in the GTA series and it's this ambition that would make him a great fit for Slytherin.

Tommy also acquires and manages his own businesses, allowing players to get a glimpse of his leadership skills. Although they may leave a little to be desired, Slytherin could help him develop these skills and achieve true greatness.

10 Carl Johnson (GTA: San Andreas) - Hufflepuff

CJ from GTA: San Andreas

CJ's loyalty to Ryder and Big Smoke very nearly leads to his downfall. The devotion he displays towards his friends is arguably his most defining characteristic though. Through isolating himself from his friends and family for five years in Liberty City, players can also see that CJ is incredibly patient.

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When combined with his dedication to the task of restoring the Grove Street Families to its former glory and the hard work that achieving it requires, it starts to become pretty clear that CJ and Hufflepuff are a match made in heaven. With CJ at the helm, Hufflepuff would certainly be the favorites to win the House Cup.

9 Toni Cipriani (GTA: Liberty City Stories) - Gryffindor

Toni from GTA: Liberty City Stories

To go to war with two of the largest crime families in the world requires a great deal of courage. This is something we see consistently from Toni throughout the events of Liberty City Stories. No matter how daunting the task given to him, there's never a moment of doubt in his mind. He's always able to hold his nerve.

It could be argued that Toni would also be a good fit for Hufflepuff thanks to his unwavering loyalty to Salvatore. Given that daring and bravery seem to be his strongest traits however, he'd likely find Gryffindor to be a much better fit.

8 Victor Vance (GTA: Vice City Stories) - Ravenclaw

Victor from GTA: Vice City Stories

Victor is arguably the most complex of the GTA protagonists. Unlike others, his actions usually come from a place of necessity rather than greed. His time in the military also provided him with a very particular set of skills and he is not afraid to utilize them in order to achieve his goals.

Having spent the majority of his life on the right side of the law, Victor has a much greater knowledge of how the world works than many of his peers. Ravenclaw would likely be able to take these traits and mold Victor into something exceptional.

7 Niko Bellic (GTA IV) - Hufflepuff

Niko from GTA IV

When he was just a teenager, Niko fought in the Yugoslav Wars. There his unit was betrayed by one of its own and many of them were killed. It's his loyalty to the memories of his comrades that eventually leads him to Liberty City. That he waited for more than a decade and spent around 7 months on a cargo ship to get there shows that he's also a man of patience.

His observations on the American Dream demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of hard work and this is something players see from him throughout the events of GTA IV. He's willing to take on pretty much any task in order to move closer to his goal and invariably finds a way to succeed. With these qualities, Hufflepuff would welcome Niko with open arms.

6 Johnny Klebitz (GTA IV: The Lost and Damned) - Slytherin

Johnny from GTA IV: The Lost and Damned

Johnny's leadership of The Lost Motorcycle Club immediately makes him a great candidate for Slytherin. His actions during the events leading up to The Lost and Damned show that he always has the best interest of him and his men at heart. It's perhaps more 'selves preservation' than 'self' though.

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Rather than risk war with a rival gang, he does all that he can to keep the peace and keep him and his men safe. He also shows great resourcefulness when dealing with the potential threat of Billy ratting him out. All things considered, there's little doubt that Slytherin is the house for him.

5 Luis Fernando Lopez (GTA IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony) - Ravenclaw

Luis from GTA IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony

Luis' intelligence and creativity are regularly on display throughout the events of The Ballad of Gay Tony. He's constantly cleaning up Tony's messes and his flawlessly executed plan to save Tony from the Russians is probably the best example of this - not to mention his ingenuity.

The banter between Luis and Tony also gives players the opportunity to see Luis' humor and wit, which serve as the metaphorical icing on his 'Welcome to Ravenclaw' cake. He's shown on numerous occasions to be a willing student and could learn a lot in Ravenclaw.

4 Huang Lee (GTA: Chinatown Wars) - Gryffindor

Huang from GTA: Chinatown Wars

Although Huang begins the game lacking many of the qualities required to be a Gryffindor, the events of Chinatown Wars force him to adapt. He shows great courage in the face of adversity and is not afraid to do business with any of Liberty City's major gangs. Huang does what needs to be done regardless of the potential consequences.

His loyalty to his family and the triads would also make him a good fit for Hufflepuff, but his willingness to take on the Wonsu almost singlehandedly suggests that Gryffindor might just be the more appropriate house. Like Godric Gryffindor himself, he also has a personal connection to a sword which further solidifies the match.

3 Michael De Santa (GTA V) - Slytherin

Michael from GTA V

Through faking his own death in order to live a normal life with his family, Michael shows that self-preservation is more important to him than anything else. That he initially agrees to follow Agent Haines' orders only serves to strengthen this point.

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Michael also displays great leadership qualities through his mentoring of Franklin and shows himself to be resourceful at numerous points throughout GTA V's story. All this considered, Slytherin would definitely help Michael on his way to greatness.

2 Franklin Clinton (GTA V) - Ravenclaw

Franklin from GTA V

Franklin's thirst for knowledge is ultimately the thing responsible for bringing GTA V's main protagonists together. He's smart enough to recognize that he lacks the tools needed to succeed in his chosen lifestyle and curious enough to ask the questions needed to obtain them.

He's also responsible for some of the game's funniest moments, demonstrating both his creativity and his wit through many of his quips and insults. Ravenclaw would be able to use these traits to mold Franklin into a functioning member of society.

1 Trevor Philips (GTA V) - Hufflepuff

Trevor from GTA V

Trevor's loyalty to Michael is admirable. Furthermore, his initial anger towards Michael for faking his own death and abandoning his friends shows that loyalty is a quality that he himself values highly. Helga Hufflepuff would likely see great potential in him for this reason.

Although Trevor may lack patience at times, he has shown on countless occasions that he's not afraid to get his hands dirty. It's arguable that Trevor will never really fit in anywhere (at least not in the conventional sense), but Hufflepuff is certainly the best match for him given his traits.

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