In Cedric Diggory and Harry Potter fanfiction, a frequent theme is the power of love and loyalty. Their loyalty to their respective houses and friends is often a central point. Another is the idea of justice. Fanfictions may explore how they would fight for justice together. And then there's the theme of self - discovery. Both characters are on a journey of self - discovery in the original books, and fanfictions expand on how their relationship could have affected that process.
The theme of breaking gender norms also pops up. Fem Harry might not act in the way that the wizarding world expects a female to act. She could be more adventurous or brave in a way that challenges the traditional view. And Cedric has to adjust to this new, more assertive Harry, which in turn changes the nature of their relationship and how they both grow as characters.
A major theme is the growth of their relationship. In many fem Harry Potter x Cedric Diggory fanfictions, you'll see how they start as acquaintances or friends and then develop deeper feelings. There's also the theme of self - discovery. As fem Harry navigates her relationship with Cedric, she might also be learning more about herself. And of course, the Hogwarts setting is a big part of it. The magic, the secrets, and the school events all play a role in shaping their relationship, like the Triwizard Tournament which often features prominently in these stories.
One common theme is friendship. Since Harry and Cedric are from different houses, their budding friendship is often explored. Another theme is redemption. In some fanfics, Cedric gets a chance to 'redeem' his early death. Also, there's the theme of love. Whether it's a platonic love or something more romantic between them.
Another theme is his relationship with Hufflepuff house. Many fanfictions explore how Cedric was a symbol of Hufflepuff values, such as loyalty and hard work. They might show how he inspired his housemates or how his house supported him throughout his time at Hogwarts.
Another theme could be the struggle against the wizarding world's norms. In the books, there's not much indication of same - sex relationships, so in fanfiction, they may face challenges like hiding their relationship from others at Hogwarts. It adds drama and depth to the story.
Popular themes include Cedric's unfulfilled potential. Given that his life was cut short, fanfics often explore all the things he could have achieved. Another theme is his connection to the Triwizard Tournament. Writers often expand on his experiences during the tournament, his thoughts and feelings. And of course, themes about his character growth, from a popular Hufflepuff student to a hero in the eyes of many.
One common trait is his kindness. He's always shown as a nice guy in fanfic, just as he was in the books. Another is his courage. He doesn't shy away from challenges, like the Triwizard Tournament tasks. And his loyalty, whether it's to his friends or to Hogwarts, is often emphasized.
Love is also a big theme. There are often romantic relationships between the OC and Cedric. Sometimes it's a slow - burn romance, where they start off as friends and then feelings develop over time. Other times, it's more of an instant attraction that they have to work through various obstacles to be together, like dealing with Cedric's popularity and the OC's insecurities.
One theme could be about the challenges they face together. Since it's not a normal situation in the wizarding world, they would have to deal with a lot of confusion, prejudice perhaps. And also, there could be a theme of sacrifice, where they both have to give up certain things to protect their unborn 'child' or deal with the situation at hand. It could also explore how their relationship evolves from just friends or rivals to something more intimate and co - dependent because of this new situation.
One great 'Harry Potter and Cedric Diggory' fanfiction is 'The Cedric Diggory Chronicles'. It delves deep into Cedric's life before the Triwizard Tournament. It shows his relationships with his friends and family, and how he prepared for the challenges at Hogwarts. It gives a more in - depth look at his character, making him more than just a tragic figure in the original story.