A prevalent plotline is the exploration of Snape's complex emotions towards Harry. It could be that he desires to understand Harry better, given his connection to James and Lily. This might lead to Snape taking on a more involved role in Harry's life, such as helping him with his magical studies in a more personalized way. Another plotline could be Snape's attempt to shield Harry from certain dark forces within the wizarding world, which was not as evident in the original books.
Often, you'll see plotlines where Snape's desires are tied to his need for redemption. He may see Harry as a way to atone for his past mistakes. Some fanfictions also explore a more emotional connection between them, like Snape becoming a father - figure to Harry in a way. This can involve Snape teaching Harry more about the wizarding world from his own unique perspective. There are also plotlines where Snape and Harry work together to uncover secrets about Harry's past or Hogwarts itself.
One common theme is the exploration of forbidden love. Since Snape and Harry have a rather complicated relationship in the original series, the fanfiction often delves into the idea of them overcoming their differences and past animosities in the name of love. Another theme could be self - discovery for Harry. Realizing his feelings for Snape might make him question his own identity and how he views relationships.
Yes, there are quite a few. You can start by looking on fanfiction websites like Archive of Our Own. Some fanfictions in this category explore complex relationships between Snape and Harry Potter, often delving into themes of redemption, mentorship, and unexpected alliances.
In many fanfictions, Snape's 'forbidden desires' regarding Harry might be complex emotions. It could be rooted in his own tortured past and his sense of duty. Some fanfictions might explore how Snape sees Harry as a connection to Lily, and his desire to protect Harry could be misconstrued as something more. However, this often goes against the canon in many ways as Snape's main focus in the original series was his love for Lily and his role in the fight against Voldemort.
One popular one could be 'The Unspoken Bond'. In this fic, Snape's complex feelings towards Harry are explored in a way that delves deep into his psyche. It shows how his desire for Harry's success, in an odd way, is intertwined with his own past traumas and his need for redemption. Another is 'Snape's Hidden Intentions' which focuses on Snape's unspoken desires in the context of protecting Harry from the darker forces at Hogwarts, while also struggling with his own internal battles.
Many stories have Snape's past with Harry's mother as a backdrop to his crush. The plot might involve Snape seeing Harry as a combination of Lily and his own ideal. There could also be a plotline where Snape tries to distance himself from Harry to avoid these feelings, but is constantly drawn back.
One common plotline is that Snape becomes a sort of secret mentor to Harry. He imparts his knowledge of the Dark Arts and Defense Against the Dark Arts in a way that the official Hogwarts curriculum doesn't cover.
One common plotline is that Harry stands up to Snape over unfair treatment of his friends, like Hermione or Ron. Another could be about standing up for the rights of all students against Snape's sometimes harsh disciplinary actions. There might also be a plotline where Harry stands up in defense of his own magical abilities when Snape doubts him.
Another plot could involve the child having special powers or a unique connection to the magical world because of Snape as their father. For example, they might have an extraordinary talent for potions, like Snape, and this draws the attention of both good and bad wizards. It could create a story full of adventure as the child is caught in the middle of different factions vying for their loyalty.
Perhaps in the fanfiction, there is a prophecy that Snape will cause great harm to Hogwarts. Harry, being the hero, feels it's his duty to stop Snape. He starts to gather evidence of Snape's wrongdoings, which are not obvious at first. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit that Snape has spun. This leads to a confrontation where Harry uses his magic skills and the loyalty of his friends to destroy Snape's influence over the school and the other wizards. Snape might have been planning to use dark magic to take over Hogwarts, and Harry is the only one who can prevent it.
Well, it could start with a dream or a prophecy. Harry has a strange dream about Snape that he can't shake off. He starts to observe Snape more closely in real life and realizes that there's more to him than he thought. Meanwhile, Snape notices Harry's change in behavior towards him. As they interact more, they find common ground in their love for magic and their shared experiences of loss. This mutual understanding could lead to a situation where Harry, driven by his new - found respect and affection, kisses Snape. It's a very different take on the relationship between the two characters compared to the original story.