One possible plot could be that they meet in Diagon Alley. Maybe Harry is lost while shopping for his school supplies and Daphne helps him find his way. This could start a friendship where they exchange stories about their expectations for Hogwarts. It might also be a chance for Daphne to see Harry as more than just the famous Boy - Who - Lived, and for Harry to make a friend outside of the Weasleys and Hermione.
One possible plot could be that they meet in a muggle library. Hermione is there researching magic in the guise of general knowledge books, and Harry stumbles upon her while looking for a quiet place to escape from the Dursleys. They start chatting about books, and Hermione is intrigued by Harry's strange yet endearing manner. They then realize they both have a connection to the magical world.
Well, they might become friends. Maybe they discover they have a shared interest in magic even before getting to Hogwarts. For example, they could both be fascinated by magical creatures and exchange stories about the ones they've read about.
If they meet before Hogwarts, they might already have a sense of loyalty towards each other. So when they get to Hogwarts, they could look out for one another. For example, in a dangerous situation like a run - in with a rogue magical creature, they would be more likely to help each other compared to if they were just acquaintances. This pre - Hogwarts meeting could also mean they have inside jokes or shared memories that make their Hogwarts years more enjoyable.
A magical creature could also be an important character. Imagine a friendly house - elf that they meet. The house - elf could be in some sort of trouble, and Harry and Daphne decide to help it. This adventure with the house - elf could shape their relationship and also introduce them to different aspects of the magical world.
One possibility is that they form an instant friendship. Maybe they discover they have a shared interest in magic even before getting their Hogwarts letters. For example, they might both have had strange experiences with objects moving on their own, and this commonality draws them together.
Well, one possibility is that they could form an early friendship. Maybe Fleur, with her Veela charm, would initially intimidate Harry, but then they find common ground in their magical abilities. For example, they might discover they both have an affinity for certain types of magic that are not common among their peers. This could lead to them sharing magical secrets and techniques before even reaching Hogwarts.
One possible plot could be that Harry and Daphne meet in Diagon Alley before he goes to Hogwarts. Maybe Daphne is there with her family, and she's a bit lost in Flourish and Blotts. Harry, being the helpful person he is, shows her where to find a certain book. This simple encounter could start a friendship where they exchange stories about the wizarding world, and later, as they both go to Hogwarts, they continue to be friends and face various challenges together.
Well, perhaps Harry inherits some rune - related knowledge from his parents. He unknowingly uses runes to keep himself safe from the Dursleys' worst behavior. When he finally goes to Hogwarts, he realizes that his rune knowledge is far more advanced than his peers. He might then use it to solve mysteries around the school, like decoding ancient runic inscriptions in the castle. He could also make friends with those interested in runes and together they form a sort of rune - study group that uncovers secrets about Hogwarts' past.
Maybe they attend a pre - Hogwarts magic class together. Harry struggles a bit with some of the advanced spells being taught, and Daphne, though initially a bit aloof, decides to help him. This could start a relationship where they learn from each other, with Daphne learning about Harry's unique experiences outside the wizarding world and Harry getting a better understanding of the pure - blood society through Daphne.
Well, they might discover their shared love for magic right away. Maybe they find some strange magical creature together and start to figure out how to take care of it. This could be a start of their magical adventures even before Hogwarts.