His character could develop in terms of his loyalty. Initially, his loyalty is only to his family and the Slytherin house. However, as the year unfolds, he might find himself torn between different loyalties. He could start to develop a sense of loyalty towards Hogwarts as a whole. This could be due to some shared experiences with students from other houses during difficult times. Also, his self - confidence might take a different turn. Instead of relying on his family name for confidence, he could start to build his self - worth based on his own actions and achievements at Hogwarts.
The main plot points could include Draco's struggle with the new environment at Hogwarts. He's used to a certain lifestyle and suddenly he has to deal with rules and a diverse group of students. Also, his interactions with the Slytherin house. There could be some internal power struggles within the house that Draco gets involved in. And of course, his encounters with Harry Potter and his friends. These meetings might not always be confrontational but could also lead to some unexpected alliances or at least a better understanding of each other.
His character might develop in a more self - interested way. Growing up with the Malfoys, he may not have the same selfless hero complex as in the original. He could be more focused on protecting his family (the Malfoys) and their status in the wizarding world.
Harry might become more isolated from his peers at Hogwarts. Since he was raised by a lich, he may have different values and a darker sense of humor. His views on life and death could be more complex compared to other students.
One possible fanfic could be about Harry using a time - turning device during his first year to go back and prevent Draco Malfoy from making some of his early bad decisions. Maybe Harry witnesses young Draco's insecurities that lead to his later mean - spirited behavior and tries to change things for the better in their relationship.
He'd likely be more inquisitive about different forms of magic. Instead of just relying on the spells taught at Hogwarts, he'd constantly seek out new magus - based knowledge.
In a fanfic where Harry is raised by Daphne Blake, his character development would be significantly different. Daphne's family likely has different values and traditions compared to the Dursleys or even the wizarding world in general that Harry experiences in the original series. Harry could grow up with a stronger sense of self - preservation, as Daphne might instill in him the importance of protecting oneself in a world full of potential threats. His relationships would also be more complex. For instance, his friendship with Neville might not develop in the same way, as Harry would be coming from a different social and magical upbringing. He might also be more in tune with the politics of the wizarding world, as Daphne could expose him to the power dynamics and rivalries at an early age. This would make him a more calculating and strategic character, rather than the somewhat naive and impulsive Harry we see in the original books at times.
Harry would likely become more feared by some in the wizarding world. Since the Basilisk is often seen as a terrifying and dangerous creature, his connection to it might make others view him with suspicion. He would also have to grapple with the darker side of magic that the Basilisk represents, which could make him more brooding and introspective.
If Harry was taken away from his parents in a fanfic, he might be more distrustful. Without the love and security of his parents in his early years, he could have a harder time forming close relationships. He may also be more self - reliant, having to figure out things on his own from a young age.
He would probably have a different view on magic. Crowley's knowledge of magic, which may be more on the dark side, would shape Harry's understanding. For example, he might be more willing to use magic for personal gain rather than for the greater good as he was taught in the original story. He could also be more proficient in some types of magic that are considered taboo in the normal wizarding world.
He'd be more confident. With a loving mother around, he wouldn't have the insecurities that came from growing up with the Dursleys.