There are various ways hunting animals can be incorporated into Harry Potter fanfiction. It could be part of a quest where the characters need to hunt a specific animal for a potion ingredient or a magical artifact. For example, a fanfic could depict Harry and his friends on a hunt for a rare unicorn, which would not only involve the physical act of hunting but also deal with the moral implications since unicorns are considered sacred in the wizarding world.
One really creative idea is that Harry can transform into a thestral. Since only those who have witnessed death can see thestrals, when Harry turns into one, it adds a whole new layer of mystery and connection to his past traumas. It also affects how others interact with him when they can't see him in his thestral form, which makes for a very engaging story.
Often, in Harry Potter fanfiction, animals are hunted using magic. For example, spells might be used to track and capture them. Wizards could use the 'Revelio' spell to find hidden animals. Then, they might use a binding spell like 'Incarcerous' to trap the animal before taking it for whatever purpose they need it for, whether it's for study or for a potion ingredient.
Well, in some fanfictions, Harry Potter is good with animals because of his connection to the magical world on a deeper level. His experiences with dangerous creatures like the Basilisk might have given him an edge in understanding animals. Fanfic authors often write him as being able to sense what animals need or want. So he can help injured magical beasts or even befriend those that are usually hostile.
Well, it could change the plot in many ways. For example, he might get early warnings about danger from animals. If a snake is about to attack someone in the Forbidden Forest, the snake could tell Harry, and he could prevent it. This would make him seem even more of a hero and might change the way his friends and enemies view him.
In such a fanfiction, Harry Potter's transformation into a horse could be a part of a larger plot. For example, it could be related to a dark magic experiment that was meant for something else but accidentally affected Harry. His friends, like Hermione and Ron, would be in a frenzy trying to figure out how to turn him back. Hermione would likely be researching every book she could find on Transfiguration and dark magic. Ron, on the other hand, might be more focused on keeping Harry safe and comfortable in his new form. And Harry himself would be dealing with the shock and confusion of being a horse, all while still having his human mind intact and trying to communicate with his friends in whatever limited ways he can.
In certain fanfictions, Harry Potter could control animals due to his strong bond with nature. He may have an innate gift that is enhanced by his experiences at Hogwarts. His time in the Forbidden Forest, for instance, could have led to him developing this ability. He could be using his emotions and willpower to influence the animals, like projecting his thoughts of what he wants them to do in a way that they can understand, similar to how he communicates with his Patronus which has some animal - like forms.
Well, it's highly unlikely that animals can actually love Harry Potter fanfiction in the way humans do. Animals don't have the cognitive ability to understand the complex stories, magic systems, and characters in fanfiction. They are more focused on basic needs like food, shelter, and reproduction. However, some animals might be attracted to the presence of a person reading it, perhaps because of the person's calmness or the smell of the book.
One possibility is that Harry Potter becomes a hybrid of a wizard and a centaur. He would inherit the centaur's knowledge of the stars and nature. His lower body being that of a centaur would make it difficult for him to move around Hogwarts in the normal way. He would have to find new ways to get to his classes. And he might be shunned by some students who are afraid of his new and strange appearance, but he could also form new alliances with those who are more open - minded and interested in his unique situation.
He might start spending all his free time watching animations and collecting related merchandise. He could even try to use magic to create his own animated world.