In the virtual reality fanfiction, characters could interact in ways not possible in the original. They could use virtual magic wands that have different functions. For instance, Ron could use his virtual wand to create virtual food that tastes just as real. Also, they could attend virtual dueling classes where they can practice spells on virtual opponents without getting hurt, which is a big change from the sometimes - dangerous duels in the original series.
They can interact through virtual avatars. For example, Harry could have an avatar that has special abilities in the virtual world like flying faster than his normal self. Hermione might be able to access virtual libraries with more ancient and forbidden knowledge.
They could interact more casually. In the original series, there are often battles and serious missions. But at a party, they might just joke around and share funny stories. For example, Gajeel and Natsu could have a friendly competition about who can eat the most food at the party instead of fighting over something serious.
Some characters might develop new skills. For instance, Hermione could learn a type of magic from another universe that makes her even more powerful. This would change her role in the story and how others interact with her.
In the fanfiction, Snape might be developed with more of a sense of humor. For example, in the original series, he is very dour, but in the fanfiction, his interactions with Harry in the context of a risky business situation could bring out a side of him that cracks jokes or uses sarcasm in a more light - hearted way. This would be a big departure from his usually serious self in the books.
In fanfiction, a female Harry Potter may interact with Viktor Krum more emotionally. For example, she might be more open about her feelings. In the original series, Harry was a bit more reserved. In fanfiction like 'Female Potter and Krum's New Dynamic', their interactions are filled with more subtleties of a potential romantic relationship which was not really explored in the original.
Well, in the original books, Harry and Snape had a very tense relationship, and Lucius was mainly an antagonist. In fanfiction, their interactions could change drastically. Maybe Harry discovers that Snape has a more complex past and motives, which makes him more empathetic towards Snape. Lucius might be forced to work with Harry because of some external threat, and Snape could be the one to ensure that they don't kill each other. They could start to see each other in a new light, with Harry realizing that Lucius is not just a one - dimensional villain and Lucius seeing Harry as more than just a thorn in his side.
In the original Harry Potter series, Reparo is mainly used for simple object repairs like glasses. But in fanfic, it can be used more creatively. For example, to repair a whole building that has been magically destroyed. Fanfic authors might also use it on more complex magical items that we didn't see in the original books.
The original series has a set path for the characters' development. In alternate reality fanfiction, this can be vastly different. A character who was a minor one in the original could be a central figure in the fanfiction. For example, Neville Longbottom could be the main hero instead of Harry in some alternate realities. The overall tone can also be different. The original has a balance of dark and light moments, but fanfiction can be much darker, like a world where there is no hope for the wizarding world against the dark forces, or much lighter, with no real big threats.
Well, in some fanfictions, Harry's relationship with werewolves could be explored in a much deeper way. He might develop a more empathetic side towards them, especially if he meets a werewolf who is not as bloodthirsty as the ones he has encountered before. Hermione could be developed to be more of a risk - taker. When it comes to werewolves, she might be willing to put herself in more dangerous situations to study them or help them, which is different from her usually cautious self in the original series.
One way it stands out is through different cultural influences in the wizarding world. In the original, it was mainly based on British culture. But in this fanfiction, there could be elements from other cultures like Asian or African magic traditions blended in. The relationships between characters might also be more complex. For example, there could be more love triangles or different alliances. The fanfiction might also explore different forms of magic that were only hinted at in the original, like time - traveling magic being used more extensively or in a different way.
Often, fanfic authors give Cho a more complex backstory. Maybe she has family secrets related to the wizarding world's history. This can lead to her making different choices. For instance, she could be more involved in the Order of Phoenix's activities earlier on, rather than just being on the sidelines as in the original. This new backstory can also affect her relationships with other characters, like her friendship with Hermione or her rivalry with Ginny in a more nuanced way.