It might be because of the desire to create unique plotlines. A forced marriage can lead to so many different story arcs, such as Harry trying to escape, or learning to love the person he's forced to marry. It gives writers a chance to deviate from the original story and create something new. Also, it can be used to explore themes like sacrifice, love against all odds, and the power of friendship in helping Harry through such a difficult situation.
One reason could be for the sake of exploring different relationship dynamics. Fans want to see how Harry would react in a situation that is completely out of his control, like a forced marriage. It adds a new layer of drama to his character.
One popular 'Harry forced to marry' fanfiction might be 'Forced Bond' where the author creates an interesting plot around the forced marriage concept. It delves into how Harry copes with the situation and the relationships that develop as a result.
One popular 'Harry Gay Forced to Marry' fanfiction might be 'Unexpected Bonds'. It often delves into the complex emotions of Harry being in a situation where he's forced into a marriage within the context of a gay relationship. It shows how he navigates his new life and the challenges that come with it.
I really like 'Fate's Forced Hand: Harry and Draco'. This fanfiction delves deep into the magical laws that force them to marry. It's not just about their relationship but also about how the wizarding community reacts. The author does a great job of showing Harry's confusion and Draco's pride as they are thrust into this situation. They slowly learn to co - exist and eventually find some sort of understanding and even a bit of love in the midst of all the chaos.
Well, some fans are intrigued by the idea of exploring an alternate relationship dynamic between Harry and Hermione. Since they are such close friends in the original series, the concept of a forced marriage takes that relationship to a whole new level and allows for different character arcs to be explored.
Authors might introduce other characters' reactions as well. Some may be supportive, while others may oppose the marriage. This adds conflict to the plot. They also explore the internal struggles of Harry, like his self - identity and how this new situation affects his view of himself and his place in the wizarding world. In some fanfictions, the authors may even bring in elements from the original Harry Potter series, like using spells or magical creatures to either help or hinder the relationship development.
A powerful and ancient magical being might force Harry to marry. This being could have its own motives that are not immediately clear. It could be related to some prophecy or an old magical law that only this being knows about. Harry would then have to figure out the nature of this being and how to persuade it to release him from the forced marriage.
Some writers choose this plot because it creates a lot of drama. Harry and Draco are from rival houses at Hogwarts, so forcing them into a marriage is a huge contrast to their previous relationship. It also allows for a lot of character development as they have to overcome their differences.
One reason could be some sort of ancient magical law or prophecy. Maybe there's a hidden clause that says for the greater good of the wizarding world, they need to be married. It could be related to some power or protection that their union might bring.
There are indeed such fanfictions. Some explore really interesting concepts within this odd scenario. For example, in some stories, the forced marriage is a part of a dark plot by Voldemort to gain more power over the wizarding world through Harry. Others might focus on how Harry copes with this situation and tries to find a way out while also dealing with his complex feelings towards Voldemort. It's a very unique concept that can lead to some very creative storytelling.
Yes, there are some fanfictions with this rather strange premise. You can often find them on various fanfiction websites like Archive of Our Own (AO3). Just search for the relevant tags.