One great 'Marauders watch Harry Potter' fanfiction is 'Time-Turned Tales'. In it, the Marauders get to see Harry's adventures in a really unique way that makes you think about the timelines in the Potterverse. It has some really cool moments where they react to things they never thought they'd see.
There's also 'Marauders' Viewpoint'. This fanfiction delves deep into how the Marauders would feel seeing Harry's life unfold. It shows their shock, their pride, and their moments of sadness. It's quite an emotional ride as it ties in their own past experiences with what they witness about Harry. For example, when they see Harry facing Voldemort, it brings back their own battles against the Dark Lord.
Some popular ones include 'Padfoot Returns'. This fanfic is interesting as it imagines what would happen if Sirius Black came back in a different scenario. Then there's 'Remus Lupin: The Hidden Years' which focuses on Remus and his experiences that are not fully explored in the original books. Also, 'James Potter: The Early Years' gives a great insight into the character of James Potter, his growth, and his relationships within the Marauders group.
One great fanfiction could be 'The Marauders' Library Adventure'. In this fic, the Marauders discover a hidden section in the Hogwarts library that has books with secrets about the wizarding world's past. It's really engaging as it shows their curiosity and how they react to the new knowledge.
Well, obviously the Marauders which include James Potter, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin and Peter Pettigrew. They are the central characters as they are the ones doing the watching. Harry Potter is also a key character since they are watching his life. Then there are often other characters from the Harry Potter series like Dumbledore, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley who pop up in the fanfictions as part of Harry's story that the Marauders are observing.
One interesting story could be about the Marauders' pranks at Hogwarts. For example, their adventures in creating the Marauder's Map. It shows their intelligence and mischievous nature as they manage to map out the entire school, including all the secret passages. Another might be a story that delves deeper into their relationships, like how Sirius Black and James Potter became such close friends. It could explore their shared interests, like Quidditch and their mutual dislike for Snape.
One interesting plot could be the Marauders' adventures during their school days that were not fully explored in the original books. For example, their pranks on other students and how they managed to create the Marauder's Map. Another could be a story where the Marauders interact with Harry in a time - travel scenario, giving him advice and helping him face Voldemort in a different way.
Well, in some fanfictions, there are plotlines about the Marauders getting involved in some sort of mystery at Hogwarts that is deeper than the normal school drama. For example, they might uncover a dark secret about one of the teachers or a hidden part of the castle. This could lead to them having to use their combined skills and friendship to solve the problem and keep the school safe.
A really good 'Lily and the Marauders' fanfiction is the one that focuses on their school years. It shows how Lily first met the Marauders and how their initial impressions of each other changed over time. There are a lot of detailed descriptions of their daily life at Hogwarts, like the classes they take together, the pranks the Marauders play, and how Lily tries to keep them in line while also starting to see them as more than just troublemakers.
One interesting 'Harry Potter fob watch' fanfiction could be about how the fob watch holds some secret magic that helps Harry in his battles against Voldemort. Maybe it has the power to freeze time for a short while, allowing him to strategize better.
One interesting plotline could be the identity of the masked marauders. Are they related to the original Marauders? Maybe they are descendants with a new mission. Another could be their interactions with Harry and his friends. Do they help or hinder Harry in his fight against Voldemort? It could also be about the secrets they hold that are related to Hogwarts' past, which could be a major factor in the story.
One scenario could be the Marauders reading a fanfiction where they survive and get to meet Harry as adults. They might be amused or even a bit critical of how the author portrays them. Another could be them reading a time - travel fanfiction where they interact with their future selves. It would be a really strange experience for them to see how others imagine their future actions and personalities.