Perhaps some writers might be exploring extreme emotional states in a misguided attempt to show the depth of a character's despair. However, this is still a very wrong approach as it goes against the very nature of the Harry Potter character. Harry is known for his resilience and ability to overcome difficulties, not succumb to such extreme self - harm.
It could be that the writer is trying to make a statement about the pressures that even a fictional hero like Harry Potter might face in a very extreme and wrong - headed way. But the Harry Potter world doesn't really lend itself to this kind of extremely dark and inappropriate exploration. The original series is more about magic, friendship, and fighting against external evils rather than internal self - destruction.
There really are no acceptable reasons for writing such fanfiction. Harry Potter represents hope, courage, and the power of love. Any attempt to twist his character into a self - harming scenario is a misrepresentation. It might be that the writer has a very warped view of the character or is trying to shock people, but neither of these are valid reasons in the context of the Harry Potter fandom.
The idea of 'Harry Potter slits his wrists' in fanfiction is extremely dark and disturbing. However, in the official Harry Potter universe, there is no such scenario. Fanfiction that includes such self - harm themes is not in line with the positive and magical essence of the original series. J.K. Rowling created a world full of hope, friendship, and adventure, and this kind of extremely negative fanfiction goes against that spirit.
Maybe for the sake of novelty. People might be tired of the traditional good - vs - evil story in the Harry Potter world and want to explore a completely different take on the character. It could also be an attempt to show how power can corrupt, even someone like Harry who was initially on the side of good.
Some people might write it for shock value. They want to create something that is so out - of - the - box and unexpected that it grabs people's attention. It could also be a way for them to explore very extreme and dark 'what - if' scenarios in the Harry Potter universe, even if it goes against the original story's essence.
Some people might write it for shock value. They want to create something that is completely unexpected and out - of - the - box, even if it's inappropriate. It could also be a very misinterpreted exploration of the characters' relationships, where the writer has a warped view of the family dynamics in the 'Harry Potter' world.
Maybe he was in a dangerous duel with a powerful dark wizard. The dark wizard could have cast a spell that was specifically designed to maim or disarm in the most literal sense.
There are several potential reasons. If Harry were to show signs of being influenced by dark forces, Dumbledore would want to correct his path and might punish him to make him see the error. In fanfiction, perhaps Harry gets involved with a group that has questionable motives, and Dumbledore punishes him to keep him away from that. Additionally, if Harry were to neglect his studies and focus too much on other things like Quidditch or personal vendettas, Dumbledore could punish him to encourage him to balance his life better.
In non - inappropriate 'Harry Potter snake kink fanfiction', a theme could be the study of snake - related magic. This could include things like the creation of snake - based spells or potions. Also, the relationship between snakes and different characters could be explored. For example, how Hagrid might interact with snakes in his care at the Hogwarts grounds. It could also involve the role of snakes in ancient wizarding history, like in the founding of certain magical traditions or places.
One possible reason could be the overwhelming burden of his destiny. Constantly facing dark forces and the pressure of saving the wizarding world might have worn him down. Another reason could be the loss of his loved ones. For example, if in the fanfiction Hermione or Ron were killed, that could shatter his spirit.
In some fanfiction, Harry might renounce his name to explore a new identity. He has been through so much as Harry Potter, and by giving up his name, he can break free from the predefined roles and destinies associated with it. He could then embark on a journey of self - discovery, free from the constraints of the name that has both defined and haunted him.
One possible reason could be that in the fanfiction, Harry might have discovered some dark secrets about his parents that made him feel betrayed. For example, if he found out they had some hidden and unethical magical experiments in their past.