They're interesting because it's a unique twist on the original Harry Potter story. It adds a whole new layer of complexity to Harry's character. Instead of just fighting against Horcruxes, he has to deal with being a part of that dark magic in a way.
In some fanfictions, when Harry absorbs the Horcrux, it could lead to a moral dilemma within him. He has to struggle with the dark influence of the Horcrux while still trying to be the good wizard he is. This internal conflict can make for a really engaging story, with Harry constantly fighting his inner demons and trying to separate his own identity from that of Voldemort's.
One popular 'Harry absorbs Horcrux' fanfiction might be 'The Horcrux Within'. It delves into how Harry's character changes as he absorbs the Horcrux. The story explores his internal struggles and how it affects his relationships with his friends at Hogwarts. Another could be 'Absorbing the Darkness' which focuses on the magical implications of such an event. It shows how Harry has to learn to control the new power within him that comes with the absorbed Horcrux.
One consequence could be that his connection to Voldemort becomes even stronger. This might lead to him being able to sense Voldemort's actions and thoughts more clearly, but also make him more vulnerable to Voldemort's attacks on his mind. Since the Horcrux is a part of Voldemort's soul, it could also start to influence Harry's personality, making him more aggressive or moody at times.
One interesting Harry and Hermione Horcrux fanfiction could be 'The Horcrux Hunt'. In this fic, Harry and Hermione embark on a dangerous journey to find and destroy all the Horcruxes together. Their friendship deepens as they face numerous challenges along the way.
Another one is 'Magic Absorption Unleashed'. In this fanfiction, Harry's ability to absorb magic is a result of a long - forgotten bloodline trait. As he absorbs more magic, his appearance and skills start to change. He forms new alliances and enemies as he navigates this new chapter of his life in the wizarding world. The story is full of twists and turns as he tries to understand and master this new aspect of himself.
The allure of 'harry is mafia' fanfictions lies in the new dynamics they create. Harry's relationships change completely. Instead of his friends from Hogwarts, he has mafia comrades. His enemies are not dark wizards but rival gangs. The power struggles, the codes of honor (or lack thereof) in the mafia world, and how Harry adapts to it all make for a really engaging read. It also allows for a lot of creativity as the writer can blend the elements of the mafia genre with the well - known traits of Harry. For example, his loyalty could be transferred to his new mafia family, but in a different, more dangerous context.
One popular 'Harry Potter absorbs magic' fanfiction might be 'The Magic Absorption Chronicles'. In it, Harry discovers a new ability to absorb magic in an unexpected way, like during a battle with a powerful dark wizard. This new power changes his relationships with his friends as they learn to adapt to his growth.
One interesting 'Harry Potter absorbs life' fanfiction could be where Harry discovers a dark magic spell that allows him to absorb life force in a battle against Voldemort. He has to grapple with the moral implications of using such a spell. Another might involve a situation where an alternate version of Harry is forced to absorb life to save the wizarding world from an even greater evil. However, these types of fanfictions can be quite dark and deviate significantly from the original positive themes of the Harry Potter series.
A great 'Harry Potter absorbs souls' fanfiction is 'Soul Absorption: A Dark Twist'. In this one, Harry is tricked into absorbing souls as part of a plot by a secret society. The story is really interesting as it delves deep into the lore of the Harry Potter universe and how such a dark magic would impact the wizarding world. It shows how Harry struggles to keep his sanity while also trying to find a way to free the souls he has absorbed. It also has some great character development for Harry as he goes from an innocent boy to someone burdened with this dark power.
Well, it's also about the potential for redemption and growth. Snape was a very complex character in the original series. In these fanfictions, raising Harry gives him a chance to show a different side of himself, a more caring and protective side. And for Harry, growing up with Snape would have a huge impact on his personality and his view of the wizarding world. There are so many what - ifs that these fanfictions can explore. For example, how would Harry's magic develop under Snape's tutelage? And how would Snape deal with Harry's friends like Ron and Hermione? All these aspects make the 'Harry raised by Snape' fanfictions really captivating.