How do fanfiction writers develop the plot in 'Harry Potter thinks he is gay' stories?

Yes, in some fanfictions, Harry Potter discovers that his identity is more complex than he originally thought.

One possibility is that Harry starts having dreams about being a Jedi. He might start using his magic in ways that mimic Jedi powers, like using his wand as a sort of lightsaber. He could try to find other 'Jedi' in the wizarding world, thinking they are like him.

Fanfic writers often start with the existing magical concepts in the Harry Potter series and then expand on them. For example, if the original books mention apparition, a fanfic writer might develop a new form of apparition that allows the character to not only travel distances but also through different dimensions.

One well - known fanfiction in this category might be 'The Unspoken Truth' which delves into Harry's internal struggle with his new - found identity. It has a great plot that shows how he deals with the reactions of his friends at Hogwarts.

Some writers simply drop in words from the existing Harry Potter languages like spells or the names of magical objects. For example, they might use 'Accio' when a character needs to summon something. Others might create new phrases within the language framework. They could make up a new incantation for a made - up spell.

Writers often start with the physical situation of Draco straddling Harry as a shock factor. Then they gradually build on the characters' emotions. For example, they might show Draco's initial bravado slowly melting away to reveal his true feelings. Harry, on the other hand, could be initially confused but then start to feel a pull towards Draco. They also use flashbacks to their past encounters in Hogwarts to add depth to the relationship.

They might develop the plot by introducing conflicts related to the pregnancy. Maybe there are external forces like the media finding out, or internal ones like the character's own insecurities about being a father. This creates drama and keeps the readers interested.

Writers often plan out their stories carefully. They create outlines that anticipate potential complications. If they're writing a story about a magical tournament that's different from the Triwizard Tournament, they'll think about all the possible problems that could occur during the event, like how the judges will be chosen, what the tasks will be, and how the different characters will react. This way, they can address these complications as they write the story. Another thing they do is collaborate with other fanfic writers. They can bounce ideas off each other and get advice on how to deal with a particular complication.

A possible justification could be a deep exploration of Harry's post - traumatic stress. Writers might think that after years of fighting and losing so many people, Harry could reach a breaking point. But really, the Harry Potter we know from the books has a strong will and a support system that should prevent such a tragic end. So, these justifications seem more like attempts to create shock value rather than staying true to the character's nature.

They often give more backstory. For instance, for the Black family, they might create a detailed history of how different members were related and how their family bonds were affected by the family's dark past. This could include things like how Sirius was different from the rest of the family and how that strained or strengthened certain family bonds.