There are quite a few out there. A great 'Merlin raises Harry Potter' fanfiction could be one where Merlin disguises himself as a Hogwarts professor to be close to Harry. In this story, Merlin imparts his unique knowledge of magic, which includes not just spell - casting but also understanding the magic that flows through the very fabric of the wizarding world. This knowledge gives Harry an advantage in dealing with the challenges he faces, from the Triwizard Tournament to the final battle against Voldemort. It also might explore how the other characters in the Harry Potter universe react to Harry's new - found knowledge and power, which is a result of Merlin's influence.
One popular 'Merlin raises Harry Potter' fanfiction might be 'The Magical Bond'. It often explores how Merlin's ancient magic and wisdom influence Harry's upbringing and his journey at Hogwarts. Another could be 'Merlin's Heir', which delves into the idea of Harry being not just a wizard but a special heir under Merlin's tutelage. There's also 'Merlin's Legacy in Harry', where Harry discovers hidden magical arts taught by Merlin that give him an edge against Voldemort.
They are interesting because it combines two very different yet magical worlds. Merlin comes from the Arthurian legends, full of ancient magic and mystery, and Harry Potter's world is a modern - day magical setting. When Merlin is involved in raising Harry, it creates a whole new set of possibilities. For example, Merlin could teach Harry magic that has been long forgotten in the wizarding world of Harry Potter.
One popular 'Merlin raises Aithusa' fanfiction might be on Archive of Our Own. You can search for tags like 'Merlin', 'Aithusa' and 'raising' to find relevant stories. Some fanfictions in this theme could explore Merlin's magical bond with Aithusa and how he teaches the young dragon about the world of magic and Camelot.
One popular 'balinor raises merlin' fanfiction could be 'The Dragon's Heir'. It delves into how Balinor, being a dragonlord, imparts his unique knowledge and skills to Merlin. Another might be 'Balinor's Legacy' which focuses on the bond that forms between them as Balinor essentially takes on a father - like role for Merlin.
One great 'Harry Potter raises Teddy' fanfiction is 'Teddy's Growth'. It beautifully depicts Harry's journey as a surrogate father, showing his struggles and joys. It also has some really interesting magical elements incorporated around Teddy's own magical development.
There are quite a few 'oc raises Harry Potter' fanfictions. For example, in 'The Unconventional Upbringing', the oc is a time - traveling wizard from a different era. He decides to raise Harry Potter with knowledge from both the past and the future, which gives Harry a whole new perspective on magic. Then there's 'Raising Harry with Ancient Magic' where the oc is an expert in long - forgotten magical arts and uses this knowledge to raise Harry, making him a more well - rounded wizard compared to the books. 'The Oc's Guide to Raising Harry' is also a great one. Here, the oc is a very methodical and organized person who plans every aspect of Harry's upbringing, from his magical education to his social skills in the wizarding world.
There's 'A Mother's Magic'. In this fanfiction, the female OC is a powerful witch who discovers Harry early on. She decides to raise him away from the Dursleys. The story is interesting as it delves into how she teaches Harry things that Dumbledore might not have thought of, like a more practical approach to magic and dealing with the wizarding world politics from a young age.
One great fanfiction could be 'Sirius's Redemption'. In this story, Sirius Black takes on a more hands - on role in Harry's upbringing, teaching him advanced magic skills early on. Another one might be 'The Guardian Sirius', where Sirius protects Harry from various threats at Hogwarts that Dumbledore might not be aware of. And there's also 'Sirius and Harry's Bond', which focuses on the emotional connection between them as Sirius tries to fill the parental void in Harry's life.
Well, 'Regulus's Redemption and Harry's Growth' is a fanfiction that shows how Regulus Black's act of raising Harry Potter becomes a journey of his own redemption. He teaches Harry about the importance of family and loyalty, which are values he had lost touch with during his time with the Death Eaters. Then there's 'The Black Family's New Hope' where Regulus raising Harry brings new hope to the Black family name. He helps Harry develop his magical abilities in unique ways, and they form a strong bond that changes the course of the wizarding war. Also, 'Regulus and the Boy Who Lived' is a story that delves deep into how Regulus's upbringing of Harry influences Harry's perception of the wizarding world and his own identity.
There are fanfictions where the world of 'Harry Potter' and the legend of Merlin collide. For example, a story might have it that the Sword in the Stone has a connection to the Sword of Gryffindor. Merlin, being the powerful wizard he is, reveals this connection to Harry and together they unlock a new level of magic that can defeat the dark forces. This kind of fanfiction often plays with the rich mythologies of both universes, creating a really engaging read.
A possible plot is that Merlin disguises himself as an ordinary wizard at Hogwarts and secretly mentors Harry. He could introduce Harry to magical creatures that have long been forgotten in the modern wizarding world but hold great power. He also might help Harry unlock some latent magical abilities within him that are related to Merlin's own magic, like the ability to communicate with magical spirits that can offer valuable advice in the battle against Voldemort.