Character redemption is also popular. Maybe a character from Harry Potter who was a villain or had some dark past finds a new start in the Mass Effect Andromeda universe. Or vice versa, a character from Mass Effect Andromeda gets a chance to make up for their mistakes in the world of Harry Potter. It adds an interesting layer of depth to the characters and the story.
One common theme is self - discovery. The original characters often find themselves in a new and strange galaxy, and they have to figure out who they are and what their place is. For example, an OC might start as a loner but learn to be part of a team.
Another theme is adaptation. Characters from one universe are thrown into the other and they have to adapt. Harry in the Mass Effect universe or Shepard in the Hogwarts setting have to learn new rules, make new friends or enemies, and find their place in this new and strange world. This theme of adaptation allows for a lot of character development and interesting plot twists.
One common theme is adaptation. The male OC often has to adapt to the new and strange environment of Andromeda. This could involve dealing with new alien species, different technologies, and the challenges of starting over in a new galaxy.
One common theme is the clash and integration of different cultures. The magical culture from Harry Potter and the diverse alien cultures in Mass Effect collide. For instance, how would a wizarding school - trained person deal with the complex social and technological hierarchies in Mass Effect? Another theme is the exploration of power. The female Harry Potter character often has to re - evaluate her magic power in a world full of advanced weaponry and biotic abilities.
A plot could involve a magical artifact from the Harry Potter universe being found in the Andromeda galaxy. The Initiative team discovers it and has no idea what it is. As they study it, they start to notice strange magical effects. Meanwhile, a group of dark wizards from the past who were banished somehow find their way to Andromeda as well and are after the artifact. The Andromeda crew has to team up with a wizard who has been following the dark wizards to stop them.
One common theme is the clash of cultures. Harry comes from a magical world and is suddenly in a high - tech universe like Mass Effect. So there's often exploration of how his values and abilities interact with the new setting.
Another one to check out is 'Magic Meets Tech: A Harry Potter Mass Effect Andromeda Tale'. In this story, the author does an excellent job of mixing the lore of both series. The way the spells work in the context of the high - tech world of Mass Effect Andromeda is really well - thought - out. There are also some great character relationships formed between the Harry Potter characters and the ones from Mass Effect Andromeda.
One aspect of Mass Effect Andromeda x Halo fanfiction could be the crossover of characters. Imagine Shepard from Mass Effect meeting Master Chief from Halo. Their leadership styles are different but both are highly respected in their respective universes. In fanfiction, they could team up to face a common threat that combines the enemies from both games, like a new type of alien that uses both the Reaper and Covenant technology. This would create a really exciting and unique story.
Another approach could be to bring a Harry Potter - like character into the Mass Effect Andromeda setting. This character could be a wizard who has to deal with the different species and technology. They might use their magic to solve some of the problems the Andromeda crew faces, like dealing with the Remnant or helping to heal the Initiative members in a way that normal medicine can't. They could also introduce the concept of magic to the Andromeda races, which would cause quite a stir.
One popular trope is the 'fish out of water' scenario. For example, a character from Mass Effect Andromeda suddenly finding themselves in the Halo universe or vice versa. They have to adapt to the new rules, technology, and culture. Another common trope is the 'power - up' trope. A character might gain new abilities by combining the technology or powers from both universes, like using biotics with Spartan armor enhancements. And of course, the 'enemies to allies' trope is popular too, where the normally opposing forces in each game, like the Krogan and the Covenant, have to work together against a greater evil.