Another theme is loyalty. He has to decide who he is loyal to - his house, his friends, or his own beliefs. In some fanfictions, he might face a dilemma where his loyalty to Slytherin clashes with his friendship with students from other houses. This creates a lot of interesting plot twists.
One common theme is identity struggle. Harry has to reconcile his Gryffindor - like values with the Slytherin reputation. Another theme is friendship. He forms new and unexpected friendships with Slytherin students. And there's often the theme of redemption, where Harry tries to change the negative perception of Slytherin.
One common theme is the struggle for acceptance. Since Slytherin is often seen as the more 'ambitious' and sometimes 'dark - leaning' house in the Harry Potter universe, a pregnant Slytherin might face more judgment. So, the character often has to fight for acceptance from her peers and family.
Another theme is friendship. Harry forms new friendships in Slytherin that he might not have had in Gryffindor. These friendships often cross the traditional house boundaries and are quite interesting to read about. For example, he might become friends with some of the more complex Slytherin characters who have their own motives and backstories. Also, the theme of self - discovery is prominent. Harry discovers new aspects of his magic and personality as he is in a different house environment.
Growth is also a prevalent theme. Both characters grow as individuals within the relationship. The Slytherin may become more empathetic, influenced by the Hufflepuff's gentle nature, and the Hufflepuff may gain more confidence, inspired by the Slytherin's ambition. Their love story is often intertwined with their personal growth.
Friendship and loyalty are themes that are explored in a new light. In Slytherin, the concept of loyalty can be more complex compared to Gryffindor. Fem Harry may form friendships with those who have different motives, and she has to navigate the fine line between true loyalty and self - interest. These fanfics often show how she builds her own support network within Slytherin.
One common theme is self - discovery. Slytherin male OCs often start out with a certain view of themselves and then through various experiences in the wizarding world, they learn more about their true nature. For example, they might realize they are not as cold - hearted as they thought.
One common theme is the exploration of the Slytherin legacy. Since Salazar Slytherin has a certain reputation in the wizarding world, female characters often grapple with that legacy, whether they're trying to uphold it or break free from it. For example, they might struggle with the idea of pure - blood superiority that was associated with Slytherin.
In these fanfictions, the theme of transformation is quite common. Harry's entire view of himself and the wizarding world can change when he discovers his link to Salazar Slytherin. There's also the theme of mystery. Figuring out the how and why of his connection to Slytherin is often a central part of the story. Additionally, the theme of choice comes into play. Harry has to choose whether to embrace this new identity related to Slytherin or reject it, and how that choice will affect his future and the future of the wizarding world around him.
One common theme is the struggle against prejudice. Since Hermione is a Gryffindor in the original series, in these fanfictions as a Slytherin, she has to face the existing biases towards Slytherin house. And with her necromancy abilities, there's often the theme of the ethical use of such dark magic.
One common theme is the struggle against the Slytherin stereotype. Many male oc stories in this genre focus on the character trying to break free from the negative image associated with the house, like being overly ambitious in a bad way or being sneaky. For example, the oc might show that ambition can be used for good, like achieving great things in magic without stepping on others.