A comparison of time travel devices in fiction.

One common device is the time machine. Think of H.G. Wells' 'The Time Machine', where the protagonist uses a physical device to travel through time. Another is time portals. These can be found in various sci - fi shows and movies. For example, in 'Stargate', the stargates act as portals not only through space but also through time in some episodes.

Well, in the world of movies and books, the Flux Capacitor in 'Back to the Future' is super - famous. It's what makes time travel possible in the Delorean. The Time Stone in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is also very well - known. It gives the wielder the ability to control time to a great extent. And let's not forget the Time Belt in 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure' which has helped the two characters have many wacky time - traveling adventures.

The Sonic Screwdriver from 'Doctor Who' can also be considered a sort of time travel device in some storylines. It has many functions, including being able to interact with the TARDIS for time - related operations. Additionally, in some science - fiction novels, there are time - travel pods. These are often small, enclosed capsules that can transport a person through time by using advanced technology, like some form of energy field manipulation.

In 'Back to the Future', the DeLorean's time travel ability drives the entire plot. Marty McFly has to fix his family's past mistakes to ensure his own future. So, the time travel device creates the problem and the solution. In 'Doctor Who', the TARDIS takes the Doctor and his companions to different times and places, which leads to various adventures and often, the need to save the universe from different threats.

One common plot device is the false advertisement. The time travel business claims to be able to send people to different eras, but in reality, it's all a ruse. Another is the discovery of the truth by a skeptical customer or an insider. For example, a journalist might investigate the business and expose the fraud. Also, there could be a situation where the people behind the fake business try to cover up their tracks when suspicions start to rise.

The use of different tenses can also represent time in fiction. The past tense is often used for telling a story that has already happened, while the present tense can create a sense of immediacy, as if the events are happening right now. Some authors even use the future tense to build anticipation for what's to come in the story.

One common plot device is the accidental time travel. For example, a mage could be casting a spell and something goes wrong, sending them back in time. Another is the use of ancient artifacts. These artifacts might have the power to open portals to different time periods. Also, prophecies often play a role. A character might be sent back in time to fulfill a prophecy that will save Azeroth in the future. This can create a lot of interesting storylines as the character has to navigate a world that is both familiar and very different from their own time.

One common plot device is the use of a special device for time travel, like a time machine or a magical portal. For example, in many fanfictions, a character might find an old, mysterious watch that turns out to be a time - traveling device. Another plot device is the 'fish - out - of - water' scenario. When a character travels to the future, they are often shocked by the new technology, different social norms, and strange environments. They have to adapt quickly, which creates interesting storylines. Also, the idea of changing the future is a big one. The character might go to the future and see something terrible, so they try to go back and change the present to prevent it from happening.

One of the most common time - travel devices in Harry Potter fanfiction is the Time - Turner. It was introduced in the original books, and fanfiction writers love to use it in different ways. They might have characters use it more often than it was used in the books, or use it to go back further in time. Another device could be some kind of magical spell or charm that was created specifically for the fanfiction. For example, a spell that sends a character back to a particular moment in Hogwarts' history.

One common plot device is changing the past to prevent a tragic event in Damon's life. For example, he might go back to save a loved one from being killed. Another is getting stuck in a different time period and having to adapt, like in a historical era where he has to deal with different social norms and powers. Also, there could be the classic 'butterfly effect' where small changes he makes in the past lead to huge, unexpected consequences in the present or future of the story's timeline.