The setting of the orphanage is crucial. Describe the dilapidated building, the small and crowded rooms, and the meager food. This helps to set the mood and also shows why Tom might have felt so trapped and resentful. Also, include the other orphans. They could be a source of conflict or support for Tom. Some might be afraid of him, while others might try to befriend him out of pity or genuine kindness.
You could also create a fanfiction where a new character, an orphan just like Tom, arrives at the orphanage. This new character could either be a positive influence on Tom, trying to show him kindness and friendship, or they could be in competition with him for the limited resources or attention in the orphanage. This would add a new dynamic to the story of Tom Riddle in the orphanage.
Another possibility is a scenario where Hermione is on a mission to study the early life of Voldemort for some academic or magical research. While at the orphanage, she discovers some hidden secrets about Tom Riddle's family that were previously unknown. This could lead to a series of events where she has to protect this knowledge from falling into the wrong hands, all while interacting with a young and curious Tom Riddle.
Another element is the Hogwarts setting. It serves as the backdrop for most of the interactions between the characters. The different houses, like Gryffindor for Harry and Slytherin for Draco, add an extra layer of complexity to their relationships. The Hogwarts corridors and classrooms are often the places where the most interesting encounters between them and Tom Riddle take place.
Tom could manipulate Hermione. He is a very intelligent and cunning boy. He might see Hermione as a means to an end. Maybe he could use her knowledge of magic to further his own studies in the dark arts. He could pretend to befriend her while secretly plotting to use her magic for his own evil purposes. However, Hermione is also smart and would likely catch on eventually.
One key element is the exploration of Tom Riddle's past. Harry's act of'squinting' usually means he's trying to understand what made Tom turn into Voldemort. Another element is the mystery aspect. There are often hidden secrets and events that Harry uncovers about Tom. For example, it could be something about Tom's family or his time at Hogwarts before he fully embraced the dark side.
The interaction with the existing characters from the Harry Potter universe is also crucial. For example, how the OC - as - Riddle interacts with Dumbledore or the other Hogwarts students. This can lead to some really interesting plot developments, like changing the course of events that we know from the original series.
Yes, there are such fanfictions. In some of them, a key element might be the exploration of how Harry's relationship with Voldemort (Tom Riddle) changes. Since Voldemort is a dark wizard, it could be about Harry struggling with his new - found identity as Voldemort's son and how that affects his relationship with his friends at Hogwarts. Another element could be the magical inheritance he might receive from Voldemort, which could be both a curse and a power.
One possible scenario in this fanfiction could be Hermione traveling back in time and ending up at Tom Riddle's orphanage. She might try to prevent him from turning into Voldemort. For example, she could use her knowledge of magic to show him a different path, perhaps by introducing him to the concept of love and friendship in a more positive way than he ever experienced in his original life.
One key theme could be redemption. Tom Riddle, who is known for his evil deeds as Voldemort, is now 'good' and raising Harry. This could explore the idea of whether someone with such a dark past can truly change and do good. Another theme might be the power of nurture. How does Tom Riddle's upbringing of Harry shape Harry's character? It could also touch on the theme of family, as this unusual relationship between Tom and Harry redefines what a family can be in the wizarding world.
One key theme is power. Tom Riddle is power - hungry, and Draco comes from a family with a certain amount of influence. Their relationship can be seen as a struggle or an alliance in terms of power. Another theme is redemption. Sometimes Draco is written as a character who can redeem Tom Riddle from his dark path.