The dynamic would be different. They might be more like co - conspirators in a magical adventure that starts before Hogwarts. They could be more secretive and have a special bond that the other students at Hogwarts might not fully understand. This could lead to them being more isolated as a duo, but also more reliant on each other.
Well, they might not have as much animosity from the start. In the original, Snape had a lot of pent - up hatred towards James Potter which he transferred onto Harry. But if they meet before Hogwarts, Snape could see Harry as just a young boy in need of guidance rather than the son of his enemy. So, their relationship could start off more as a mentor - mentee, at least on Snape's side.
They might become fast friends. In some fanfictions, they could discover their shared love for magic books even before Hogwarts. This early encounter could lead to them sharing secrets about their strange magical experiences prior to school, like Hermione telling Harry about her accidental magic incidents and Harry sharing his strange encounters with the Dursleys. This would strengthen their bond and perhaps make their Hogwarts years even more intertwined.
Their meeting could also mean that Fleur might be more protective of Harry at Hogwarts. Since she knew him before, she might feel a sense of responsibility. So, during the Tournament, she could offer him some tips or help in a more discreet way, which could change the dynamics of how the Tournament unfolds for Harry.
Well, they'd be closer in a more family - like way. In the original, they're good friends, but if raised together, they'd have that sibling - like bond. They'd probably be more protective of each other right from the start. For instance, Harry might not be as hesitant to ask Hermione for help as he sometimes was in the books, and Hermione would be more likely to mother - hen Harry.
If the two meet, Harry's family history as a hero in the wizarding world could intimidate Draco. His father might have told him to be wary of Harry. Meanwhile, the Malfoy family's wealth and status could make Draco act superior. But Harry, having grown up with the Dursleys, might not be as impressed by Draco's family's status as Draco expects. This could lead to an interesting power dynamic in their encounter.
In the original series, Draco and Hermione are more like rivals. But in the fanfiction with Draco as a possessive werewolf, their relationship becomes more complex and intense. There's a strong physical and emotional connection. For example, Draco's werewolf instincts may lead him to be more protective of Hermione, which is completely different from their antagonistic relationship in the original books.
Their relationship could grow deeper as they share the responsibility of shaping the next generation of wizards. They would have to communicate constantly about the students' progress, and this could lead to a better understanding of each other's thoughts and feelings. For example, Hermione might learn more about Harry's intuition when it comes to students with potential, and Harry could gain more knowledge from Hermione about the importance of academic rigor.
Harry could become more confident earlier. Since Hermione is so smart and resourceful, she might give Harry some tips on how to deal with difficult situations. This could make Harry more self - assured when he faces challenges later at Hogwarts.
If they were friends before Hogwarts, it could create a lot of internal conflict at Hogwarts. Draco might be torn between his new Slytherin friends who dislike Harry and his long - standing friendship with Harry. He might try to keep their friendship a secret, which could lead to misunderstandings between them.
Well, in the original series, Percy has no relation to Athena like this. So in the fanfiction, their relationship would likely be more complex. They might have a sibling rivalry where they compete in different aspects, like in wisdom or leadership. For example, Percy might be more impulsive and Athena would try to rein him in with her rational thinking.