Another character could be Neville Longbottom. In some fanfictions, Neville is neglected by his family not just because they think he's not as magically talented as they hoped, but they actively try to suppress his magic. This can lead to Neville having a more difficult time at Hogwarts initially as he has to overcome both the lack of support from his family and his own self - doubt.
In some fanfiction, Harry's friends might accidentally neglect him because they are too caught up in their own problems. For example, Hermione might be so focused on her studies and her activism for house - elf rights that she doesn't notice Harry's distress. And Ron could be too busy with his insecurities and family issues to be there for Harry, which is a different take on the idea of neglect within the Harry Potter fanfiction world.
Obviously, Harry Potter himself is the central character as the one being abused and neglected. The Dursleys are also key characters as they are the ones who abuse and neglect him in the original story. Hermione and Ron might also be involved as they could be the ones to discover Harry's situation and try to help him. Dumbledore could also be a part of it, perhaps as someone who failed to notice or prevent Harry's abuse initially.
One key theme is often Harry's struggle for self - worth. Since he is abused and neglected, he has to find his own value within the magical world. Another theme can be the search for true family. He may seek out people who truly care about him instead of the Dursleys who are so cruel. Also, the theme of resilience shows up as Harry overcomes the hardships of his upbringing and still manages to thrive in the wizarding world.
In Harry Potter fanfiction, when a character is abused or neglected, it often adds a darker and more complex layer to the story. For example, if Harry was more severely abused by the Dursleys than in the original, it could make his journey at Hogwarts more about overcoming deep - seated trauma. This can also change his relationships. He might be more distrustful at first, which would impact how he interacts with his friends like Ron and Hermione.
Fanfiction often varies greatly. In some 'Harry Potter is abused' fanfictions, it might show Harry being mistreated by the Dursleys in more extreme ways than in the original books. For example, he could be physically abused more frequently or have his magic suppressed in cruel ways. However, such content can be quite dark and deviate from the original spirit of the series.
One example could be a crossover with 'Alice in Wonderland'. Picture Harry and his friends falling through a magical portal into Wonderland. They might meet the Cheshire Cat and have to navigate the strange rules of that world while also dealing with their own magical abilities. Another could be a crossover with 'The Chronicles of Narnia'. The different magical realms and creatures in both stories could create really unique plotlines.
One example could be a crossover with 'Percy Jackson'. In such a fanfiction, Harry Potter characters might interact with the demigods. For instance, they could join forces to fight a common enemy that threatens both the wizarding world and the world of the Greek gods. Another could be a crossover with 'The Chronicles of Narnia'. Imagine Harry and his friends stumbling into Narnia and having to adapt to its magical rules and help in the fight against the White Witch. There might also be a crossover with 'Alice in Wonderland', where the strange and topsy - turvy world of Wonderland throws the Harry Potter characters off balance as they try to find their way back home while also dealing with Wonderland's unique brand of magic and madness.
Well, some fanfictions may rewrite his backstory in a way that undermines the essence of who he is. They might give him a completely different family origin that has no connection to the original story's setup. This not only changes his identity but also the very foundation of his character development. And then there are those that make him lose his values like friendship and loyalty that are so central to the Harry Potter series.
Well, in certain fanfictions, Harry might be abused by some dark wizards during his time away from Hogwarts, which causes him to be mute. For instance, if he's captured and tortured, it could have that effect. Some stories might then revolve around Hermione and Ron's attempts to find a cure or a way to communicate with him. There could also be a fanfiction where the abuse is more psychological from the wizarding society due to his fame, leading to his muteness, and he has to find his own strength to break free.
Well, there could be a fanfiction where Harry Potter is crossed over with a post - apocalyptic world. In this setting, he is abused by a group that has taken over and uses his powers for their own gain. It often shows how he struggles against this abuse and tries to find a way to bring back the values of his own world. There are also crossovers with certain historical settings where he is an outcast and suffers abuse due to his different nature.