The fanfiction can expand the original universe by reimagining the roles of certain characters. Say, Hermione might be given a different role like being a part - time spy for Dumbledore in addition to her studies. This changes the power dynamics and the flow of the story, and also gives a fresh perspective on her character. It can also introduce new sub - cultures within the wizarding world, like a group of wizards who practice a very different form of magic that was not explored in the original books.
It expands the universe by introducing new dimensions. These new dimensions can have their own rules of magic, which is a big expansion. For example, magic might work based on different elements in a new dimension. It also allows for new character developments. Characters we know from the original can have different personalities or abilities in other dimensions.
It might expand on the magic related to snakes. In the original series, snakes are often associated with Slytherin and Parseltongue. This fanfiction could explore more in - depth magical abilities related to snakes that Harry discovers through his relationship with the snake.
It expands it by introducing new characters into the sister's harem. These characters can bring in new magical abilities, family backgrounds, and storylines. For example, a character from a far - off magical land could join the harem and introduce new spells or magical creatures to the story.
It expands the universe by delving deeper into the genetics of magic. The idea of bloodline limits allows for a more detailed exploration of why some families have certain magical traits. For instance, if a bloodline has a limit on the strength of their levitation spells, it makes us think about the inheritance of magic in a more scientific way within the magical context.
They add more relationships. In the original, Harry has a core group of friends, but in these fanfictions, there are more complex webs of relationships. For example, more characters from different backgrounds interact with Harry.
It expands by focusing on family elements. In the original, family was important but not always fully explored. This fanfiction might add more backstories to families. For example, more about the Weasleys' extended family or Hermione's Muggle family's reaction to the wizarding world. It can also create new family - related storylines, like a family feud between different wizarding clans that impacts the main plot.
It adds new elements. For example, by bringing in characters or concepts from other universes. This can change the dynamics of the relationships between the original Harry Potter characters. It might also introduce new magic systems that force the Hogwarts characters to adapt.
It expands it by delving into the afterlife aspect which the original books didn't fully explore. It can create new settings and scenarios related to the afterlife that add depth to the overall 'Harry Potter' universe.
By exploring different fates for the characters. For instance, if Harry had been sorted into Slytherin instead of Gryffindor, the whole dynamic of the story would change. His relationships with other characters like Draco Malfoy would be very different, and this could lead to new plotlines and character developments.
Fanfiction often delves deeper into the relationships between characters. In the original books, we only get a glimpse of some relationships. But in fanfic, we can see how Hermione and Luna might become best friends, or how Draco and Harry could develop a grudging respect for each other over time. It adds more layers to the existing relationships and creates new ones. Also, different fanfics can be set in different time periods. There could be a fanfic set in the future of the wizarding world, showing how Hogwarts has changed, or one set in the past, exploring the founding of the school. This temporal expansion really broadens the scope of the Harry Potter universe.