Fun Harry Potter Fanfiction: What are the most popular tropes in it?

In 20 years of Harry Potter fanfiction, there are several popular tropes. The 'Powerful!Harry' trope is quite common. Fans like to write about Harry having even more power than in the books. Also, the 'Soulmate' trope is popular, especially when it comes to romantic pairings. And the 'Dark!Hermione' trope has emerged, where Hermione takes a more morally ambiguous or even dark path, which is an interesting twist on her character.

The 'Power Transfer' trope is often seen. This is when a character from one series gains the power or ability from the other series. Say, Harry getting the ability to see ghosts like Sam does in Supernatural. And then there's the 'Shared Enemy' trope. A threat that is dangerous to both the wizarding world and the Supernatural world forces the characters to cooperate, creating exciting storylines.

One popular trope is the 'alternate universe' where the story takes place in a different setting or with different rules from the original series. For example, a wizarding world where Voldemort never existed. Another is the 'character redemption' trope, like Draco Malfoy getting a chance to be a good person from the start. And 'romantic pairings' that fans love to explore, such as Hermione with someone other than Ron.

One common trope is the 'fish out of water' situation where Castiel is suddenly in the Harry Potter world and has to figure out how things work. Another is the 'powerful ally' trope where he becomes a crucial help to Harry and his friends.

One popular trope is the 'Older Brother Figure'. Bill often takes on this role for Harry in fanfiction. For example, in many stories he gives Harry advice on dealing with Voldemort. Another is the 'Mysterious Curse - Breaker' trope. Since Bill is a curse - breaker, fics often play up the mystery and danger of his job. A third popular trope is 'Weasley Family Bonds'. Fanfictions explore how Bill's actions and decisions affect the whole Weasley family.

One popular trope is the 'new student at Hogwarts' where the main character, often an original creation, enters the school and has to navigate the complex social and magical world. Another is the 'discovering a hidden power' trope, like finding out they can communicate with magical creatures in a unique way. And of course, the 'romance between houses' trope, such as a Hufflepuff falling in love with a Ravenclaw, which adds an interesting dynamic to the story.

The 'alternate universe' trope is also quite popular. In this, the two universes are merged in some way from the start. Maybe Hogwarts is located near Downton Abbey and students interact with the local aristocracy. Or perhaps the wizarding world has always been a part of the Downton Abbey world, but hidden, and now things are starting to come to light. This trope allows for a lot of creative storytelling and exploring how the two very different settings can co - exist.

The 'lost relative' trope can be found in some fanfictions. It could be that a character from Black Clover discovers they have a long - lost family member who is a powerful wizard in the Harry Potter world. This creates a connection between the two universes on a more personal level. Also, the 'team - up against a greater evil' trope is quite popular. The combined forces of the Magic Knights from Black Clover and the Order of the Phoenix from Harry Potter coming together to fight a new, even more powerful dark force. This trope allows for epic battles and showcases the different strengths of the characters from both series.

A common trope is the crossover of magic systems. The magic spells in Harry Potter and the powers of the Miraculous are combined in unique ways. For instance, using a spell to enhance the power of a Miraculous transformation. Also, the 'lost in a new world' trope is popular, with characters from either universe finding themselves in the other and having to figure things out. There are often team - up scenarios too, where characters from both series join forces against a common threat that somehow involves both worlds.

One popular trope is the 'fish - out - of - water' story. For example, when Captain Marvel first arrives in the Harry Potter world, she's confused by all the magic. It's fun to see her adapt. Another is the 'team - up' trope, like Harry and his friends joining forces with Captain Marvel to take on a big bad. They combine their skills and powers.