What makes 'Slytherin protect Harry' fanfics interesting?

Sure. A lot of these fanfics play on the theme of redemption for Slytherin characters. By protecting Harry, they are sort of breaking free from the negative stereotypes associated with their house. Some Slytherin characters might befriend Harry and protect him because they believe in his cause, despite the house differences.

The idea of Harry being in Slytherin is fascinating. It goes against the traditional view of him being in Gryffindor. This allows for a whole new set of character interactions and plot developments.

One interesting Slytherin Harry Potter fanfic is 'The Slytherin Heir'. In this fanfic, Harry is sorted into Slytherin and has to deal with the prejudices within the house and from the other houses. It shows a different side of the Hogwarts experience.

The contrast between the two houses. Hufflepuffs are known for their loyalty and kindness, while Slytherins are often seen as cunning. When they fall in love in fanfics, it's like two different worlds colliding in a beautiful way.

The novelty. In the original series, Ginny is in Gryffindor. Fanfiction that puts her in Slytherin turns the whole story on its head. It allows for new relationships and character interactions. For example, Ginny might have to deal with Slytherin stereotypes while still being with Harry, who is the hero of Gryffindor. This creates a lot of drama and tension.

In 'Harry is a Slytherin' fanfics, a frequently seen theme is the re - evaluation of Hogwarts houses. Harry's presence in Slytherin makes people question the stereotypes. Family heritage can be a theme too, as Slytherin has a certain reputation related to pure - blood families. Another theme is the forging of new loyalties. Harry has to decide who to trust within Slytherin, which is different from his experiences in Gryffindor. And of course, the theme of personal growth as Harry develops in an environment that is initially foreign to him.

One great 'Harry Potter in Slytherin' fanfic is 'The Slytherin Heir'. It shows Harry growing up with a different set of values in Slytherin. He forms unique friendships and rivalries within the house.

One great 'Harry Potter Lord Slytherin' fanfic is 'The Slytherin Heir's Redemption'. It explores the idea of a Slytherin descendant trying to break free from the dark reputation of the house. Another is 'Slytherin's Secret Alliance' which delves into how Slytherin students form an unexpected alliance with other houses. And 'Lord Slytherin's Legacy' is also quite interesting as it reimagines the backstory of Lord Slytherin in a creative way.

There's also 'Heir of Slytherin: A New Beginning'. This fanfic takes a different approach. It not only focuses on Harry as the heir but also explores how it affects the entire wizarding world. It has detailed descriptions of the Hogwarts environment and how the students react to this new revelation about Harry.

One common theme is identity crisis. Harry has always been seen as a Gryffindor, so when he's sorted into Slytherin, he struggles with who he really is. Another theme is friendship. He has to form new friendships with Slytherins who have different values from his Gryffindor friends. For example, he might have to learn to trust Slytherins who are known for their cunning.