Severus might say, 'Father Christmas, I seek no trinkets or baubles. I require a vial of unicorn blood that was procured fairly, if such a thing exists in your realm.'
Severus might approach Father Christmas warily and say, 'I am not one for the merriment that surrounds you. But I am in need. I have lost much in my life, and I wonder if you can give me the strength to face my past and future without the burden of my regrets?' His statement would show his vulnerability beneath his cold exterior.
It depends on the specific Christmas story. Different stories have different things the father might say.
The story of Severus talking to Father Christmas has the potential for great depth. Severus may initially be skeptical of Father Christmas, given his own experiences with magic that is more of the 'dark arts' side. But as the conversation progresses, he could find himself opening up. Father Christmas might see through Severus's tough exterior and offer him the gift of hope or the opportunity to see the good in himself. This could be a turning point for Severus, leading him to make different choices in his life, perhaps becoming a more positive influence on those around him.
It would be very strange. The story might explore how Severus' life would be different, like his upbringing under Voldemort's influence. Maybe he would be more directly involved in Voldemort's dark plans from a young age.
It could be from a classic tale like 'A Christmas Miracle' where the father expresses surprise with that phrase.
Family and belonging are also common themes. Even though Severus has a rather solitary life, in Christmas fanfics, he might experience a sense of family, whether it's with his colleagues at Hogwarts or some unexpected characters. It could be about him finally feeling like he belongs somewhere during this festive time.
It would be extremely complex. Harry might initially be in disbelief and struggle to accept Snape as his father. Snape, on the other hand, would probably be very strict but also deeply protective in his own way.
The story of Father Christmas varies in different cultures and traditions. Generally, he's known for his kindness and generosity, traveling on Christmas Eve to bring joy and surprises to kids. Some believe he has a workshop at the North Pole with elves helping him prepare the gifts.
One common theme is redemption. The fanfic might show Snape's father trying to make up for past mistakes. Another theme could be family secrets. His father may have secrets that are gradually revealed and affect Snape's life.
Sure. Some fanfics might give Snape's father a more sympathetic portrayal. Maybe his father was caught up in some dark magic against his will, and this had consequences for Snape's family. These types of fanfics can be really interesting as they often rewrite the known facts about Snape's family in a creative way, making us see Snape from a different perspective.
Harry might become more introverted and studious. Since Snape is known for his academic prowess, Harry could inherit some of that trait. He might also be more distrustful of others at first, given Snape's own guarded nature.