What are some interesting plot ideas for Harry Potter apprentice fanfiction?

One idea could be a young wizard from Hogwarts being secretly recruited by a Sith Lord. Maybe they discover a hidden connection between the Dark Side of the Force and some of the darkest magic in the wizarding world, like the Unforgivable Curses. The wizard, as a Sith apprentice, could then start using Sith powers alongside magic, creating a whole new kind of chaos in both the Star Wars and Harry Potter universes.

Well, an interesting plot could be that the apprentice is sent on a secret mission by Grindelwald. On this mission, they encounter a magical creature that has the power to change loyalties. This makes the apprentice question their place by Grindelwald's side. Also, the apprentice might find a hidden diary of an old wizard who was once in a similar position, and through reading it, they start to see the flaws in Grindelwald's plans.

One idea could be that the apprentice discovers a new type of wood with extraordinary magical properties. For example, a wood that can channel the magic of multiple elements at once. This could lead to a race among dark wizards to get their hands on wands made from this wood, and the apprentice has to protect the secret of its origin.

One idea could be an apprentice who discovers a long - lost spell that can bring inanimate objects to life in a very different way than the usual magic. For example, they make Hogwarts portraits come down and interact physically with students.

A plot idea might be that Snape, in taking Harry as an apprentice, is actually trying to atone for his past mistakes. He trains Harry in a very strict but effective way, and they end up bonding over their shared experiences with Voldemort. Harry could learn how to better control his emotions and magic from Snape, which helps him in future battles.

Maybe Harry discovers that Voldemort has a hidden motive for taking him as an apprentice. It could be that Voldemort believes Harry has a power that can be harnessed for a greater, more complex plan that involves not just ruling the wizarding world but changing the very fabric of magic itself. Harry then has to figure out how to either use this to his advantage or stop Voldemort from achieving his goal.

One idea could be exploring the backstory of the apprentice in more detail. Maybe their early training days, who their first master was before the events in the original 'twilight of the apprentice' story. Another plot could be a what - if scenario where the apprentice made different choices during a crucial moment in the story, like choosing not to follow a certain path that led to their downfall in the original.

A great plot for a Potter Manor fanfiction could involve a mystery that surrounds the manor. For instance, strange noises at night lead Harry to uncover a long - forgotten chamber. It could also be about Harry restoring the manor to its former glory, perhaps with the help of Hermione's research on ancient magic used in the construction of such manors.

A traveler could be from a different magical realm entirely and come to the Harry Potter universe. They bring with them unique magical abilities that both fascinate and frighten the wizards in the Harry Potter world. This could lead to a series of adventures where they either share their knowledge or are hunted down by those who fear the new magic they possess.

One idea could be that Hecate, being the goddess of magic, takes Harry Potter under her wing secretly to teach him ancient and powerful magic that Dumbledore doesn't know. This could lead to Harry having new abilities to fight Voldemort.