Well, you could write a fanfiction where the champion is an underdog. Maybe they are not the best at academics or traditional magic, but they have a hidden talent for a very specific type of magic, like dream - walking magic. They enter the tournament not fully realizing their potential and slowly grow into a formidable competitor. Another concept could be a champion who is an animagus from birth and uses their animal form in creative ways during the tasks. For instance, a champion who can turn into a falcon might use their speed and vision in the aerial tasks. Or you could have a champion who is a Parselmouth and has to deal with the stigma associated with that ability while also using it to communicate with the serpents in one of the tasks.
One idea could be to focus on a new champion from a different wizarding school. For example, a champion from a school in Asia that has unique magical traditions. They could bring in new spells and ways of approaching the challenges. Another idea is to explore what would happen if the selection process of the champion was corrupted. Maybe a dark wizard has influenced the Goblet of Fire to select a champion who will cause chaos during the tournament. And also, you could write about a champion who has a special connection with magical creatures and uses that bond to gain an edge in the tasks.
A great idea for a fanfiction could be a champion who has the power to travel through time. This champion could use this ability to study past tournaments and gain an unfair advantage, or they could use it to fix mistakes made in previous competitions. You could also write about a champion who is not a pure - blood wizard, and how they face discrimination during the tournament but still manage to shine. Maybe they use their different perspective and knowledge from the non - pure - blood wizarding community to their advantage. Additionally, a story about a champion who discovers a long - lost magical art that was forgotten by the wizarding world and uses it to surprise everyone in the tasks would be really interesting.
In some Harry Potter family magics fanfiction, the idea of family magic bonds is really cool. These bonds can be used for things like sharing magical energy or communicating telepathically within the family. It could also involve family - specific magic rituals. For instance, the Blacks might have a ritual to pass on their dark magic knowledge in a way that's different from normal magic learning.
One interesting plot idea could be a new and unexpected challenge in the Triwizard Tournament. Maybe a task that involves solving a mystery in a haunted forest where magical creatures are acting strangely.
There are fanfics that delve into the idea of northern magics being more attuned to nature. For example, a fanfic might tell the story of a character who discovers a hidden grove in the northern part of the Forbidden Forest where ancient northern magic is still practiced. This magic could be different from the common magic taught at Hogwarts, perhaps more elemental and raw. Characters in such a fanfic might learn to communicate with northern spirits or use the power of the northern winds in their spells.
There are fanfictions where he learns elemental magic in a new way. For example, being able to combine fire and water magic in a unique and powerful way that was not explored in the original books. He could use this to create new defensive or offensive spells against dark wizards.
A plotline might be centered around the relationships between the characters in the fanfiction. The champion's champion could form unexpected alliances or romances. Maybe they team up with a Slytherin who has been underestimated, and together they break the stereotypes of their houses while trying to achieve a common goal in the wizarding world.
One way to make your fanfiction stand out is through your writing style. Use vivid descriptions to bring the magical world to life. For instance, when describing a spell, don't just say 'he cast a spell', but rather 'he waved his wand with a flourish, and a stream of glittering blue light shot out, twisting and turning like a living serpent as it made its way towards the target'. Also, develop complex relationships between your characters. The champion could have a love - hate relationship with another competitor, or a mentor who has a hidden agenda. Additionally, consider adding a moral or philosophical question to your story. For example, is it right to use dark magic if it's for a good cause in the context of the tournament? This will make your readers think and engage more deeply with your fanfiction.
Perhaps in this fanfiction, there is a plot where Harry discovers a hidden power within himself that is related to being a champion. This power could be something that helps him in the wizarding world in ways he never imagined, like being able to communicate with long - lost magical spirits.
One interesting plot could be a new kind of magical tournament where the champions have to face challenges that are not only physical but also mental and emotional. For example, they might have to solve complex puzzles that test their understanding of different magical cultures.
In some fanfictions, there might be a plotline where the dueling champion discovers a long - lost spellbook that contains powerful dueling spells. But there's a catch - using these spells has unforeseen consequences. The champion then has to balance the power of these new spells with the potential risks while competing in the dueling championship.
Perhaps a plot where the fates - chosen champion is from a different magical culture altogether. For example, from a far - off land where magic is practiced in a more elemental way. They bring their own set of spells and beliefs, which causes a stir in the Hogwarts community and also leads to new alliances and rivalries among the students.