Maybe when dealing with a younger student who is being bullied. Harry, like his mother, steps in immediately to stop the bullying. He consoles the younger student and offers advice on how to deal with such situations in the future.
During a difficult time at Hogwarts, like when a dangerous spell has been cast that affects everyone's safety. Harry, similar to his mother's protective instincts, takes charge. He organizes the students, calms their fears, and tries to find a solution to the problem. He uses his mother's way of handling tough situations, which is with calmness and determination.
In the fanfiction, there could be a situation where there is a lack of food or resources among the students. Harry, acting like his mother, shares what he has without hesitation. His mother was known for her giving nature, and Harry emulates this by making sure those around him are taken care of.
One way Harry Potter might act like his mother in the fanfiction is through his nurturing side. His mother was a loving and caring person. So, Harry could be seen taking care of his friends when they are sick or in trouble. He might also be very inclusive, making sure that no one feels left out, similar to how his mother would have treated people around her. This could also be shown in his relationships with his Hogwarts classmates, where he goes out of his way to make everyone feel welcome and valued.
One common scenario is during classes. He might throw a tantrum if he doesn't understand a spell right away, like a child would when they can't figure out a difficult task. Another is when dealing with rival students. Instead of handling it maturely, he could start name - calling or making silly faces, just like a child would in a schoolyard fight.
In some fanfictions, Harry might be described as having his mother's bright green eyes, which were said to be very expressive. Also, he could have her delicate facial features, like a small nose and a soft jawline. Maybe his hair has the same texture as his mother's, which could be a bit wavy.
This kind of fanfiction distorts the essence of the Harry Potter story. The story is mainly about Harry's growth, his adventures at Hogwarts, and his fight against Voldemort. Such an abnormal relationship completely goes off - track from the main themes. It also misrepresents the characters. Harry is a heroic figure with his own values and goals, and this kind of relationship imposed on him is a slander of his character.
Another possibility is that it just randomly appears one day. Magic in the Harry Potter world can be unpredictable. One morning, Harry wakes up and there it is at the foot of his bed. Or maybe a magical creature, like a house - elf that knew his mother, decides to bring the trunk to him. The house - elf could have been sworn to secrecy until the right moment when it senses that Harry is ready to discover his mother's secrets.
One possible plot could be that with his mother alive, Harry grows up in a loving and magical home environment. He might have a normal childhood in the wizarding world, without the abuse from the Dursleys. His mother could teach him magic from an early age, and he would be more confident and less scarred. He might also form different friendships as he doesn't have the 'outsider' experience at Hogwarts that he had in the original story.
A great theme is the post - war reconstruction of the wizarding world. It could show how the Ministry of Magic is rebuilt, how the different houses at Hogwarts come together to heal the wounds of the war. Additionally, fanfictions about the magical history of the wizarding world are always fascinating. They can explore events that happened long before Harry Potter was born, and how these events shaped the world he lives in.
She might be a character from a far - off land in the wizarding world. Since she's Harry's mother in this fanfiction, she must have some special qualities. She could be someone who was friends with Dumbledore in the past and through that connection, her story is intertwined with Harry's. For example, Dumbledore might have known about her powers and how they would affect Harry's future, so he kept an eye on Harry from the start.
Well, he might show Slytherin traits like cunning. For example, he could use clever manipulation to outwit his enemies, much like Slytherins are known for. He might also be more ambitious in this fanfiction, setting goals for himself that are self - serving rather than just for the good of all.
Well, it could be a story where Lemon has some special powers that she passes on to Harry secretly. Maybe she was a hidden witch with unique magic that no one knew about, not even James Potter.