You can start by looking at real - world animals and giving them a twist. For example, a regular fox could be a 'Frost - tipped Fox' if your story has a winter theme. Another way is to combine two different animals' features. A half - eagle, half - lion could be named 'Eaglion'.
One good 'Harry is a creature' fanfiction could be 'Harry as a Phoenix'. In this type of fanfiction, Harry might possess the abilities of a phoenix like regeneration and the power to burst into flames and be reborn. It often explores how these new abilities change his relationships with other characters, such as his friends in Hogwarts who may be in awe or a bit scared at first.
A good 'hermione creature fanfic' often has a well - developed relationship between Hermione and the creature. For example, if it's a friendly relationship, it should show how they bond over shared interests or experiences within the wizarding world.
One great option is 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It's a classic that often has inexpensive editions available. The vampire, Dracula, is a very well - known and terrifying monster. Another is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley. It's a cheap and thought - provoking read about the creation of a creature. Also, 'The Call of Cthulhu' by H. P. Lovecraft is a good choice. It features the monstrous Cthulhu and other Lovecraftian horrors.
One popular one might be 'Hermione's Encounter with the Unusual Creature' which has an interesting plot where Hermione discovers a new magical creature and they form an unexpected bond. It has great character development.
A good mythological creature short story often has a unique and interesting creature at its core. For example, if it's about a centaur, the centaur's characteristics like its half - human, half - horse form should be used in an engaging way. It could be in how it moves or how it thinks differently from humans.
There are. In some fanfictions, the 'abused creature' could be a thestral. These usually invisible to those who haven't seen death are often overlooked or even misused in some made - up scenarios. Harry, having seen death and being able to see thestrals, could be the one to stand up for them. He might try to give them a better place in Hogwarts or in the wizarding world in general, away from those who would harm or neglect them.
One great fem Harry creature fanfiction is 'A Magical Bond'. It explores a unique relationship between a female Harry and a magical creature. The story has a great plot with lots of mystery and adventure.
There's also 'Creature Companions'. This fanfic focuses on how Harry and Severus are brought together by magical creatures. It shows how they learn to understand and trust each other while dealing with various magical beasts, which is really interesting.