In fanfiction, what events might lead to Harry and Draco becoming friends?

One possible scenario in fanfiction could be that after the war, they are forced to work together on some magical project for the betterment of the wizarding world. Through this, they gradually start to understand each other's true selves, beyond their old rivalries. Draco might realize that Harry is not just the 'Chosen One' but also a person with his own fears and doubts, and Harry could see that Draco is more than just a bully.

Definitely. There are many ways this could be written in fanfiction. For example, they could be forced to work together on a difficult project that requires both Gryffindor and Slytherin traits. Through this experience, they see past their differences. Harry could learn about Draco's family pressures, and Draco could see Harry's courage in a new light, leading to a friendship.

One possibility could be a fanfic where they are forced to work together on a project at Hogwarts. Maybe they are paired for a Potions assignment by Snape. At first, they are both reluctant and snipe at each other. But as they face difficulties in the task, like finding a rare ingredient, they start to see each other in a new light. Draco realizes that Harry isn't just the 'Chosen One' out to steal his thunder, and Harry sees that Draco has his own insecurities. Eventually, they form an unlikely friendship that shocks their classmates.

One characteristic is the exploration of character growth. Both Harry and Draco have to overcome their pre - existing prejudices. For example, Harry has to see past Draco's pure - blood supremacist family background, and Draco has to accept Harry as more than just 'the Boy Who Lived'.

In such fanfiction, their friendship could change the dynamics of the entire Hogwarts experience. They might team up for adventures or help each other grow in unexpected ways.

One challenge could be dealing with the other students' reactions. Most students at Hogwarts have pre - conceived notions about Harry, Hermione and Draco. For Harry and Hermione, Draco has always been seen as a bit of a bully. And for Draco, being friends with a Gryffindor like Harry and a Muggle - born like Hermione goes against his family's beliefs. So they'd have to face a lot of gossip and maybe even some hostility from their peers.

Yes, there are quite a few. One popular one might be 'The Unlikely Bond' where they start to understand each other's struggles during a school project and gradually become friends. It has great character development and explores the wizarding world in a unique way.

A popular one is 'Draco's New Path'. In this fanfiction, Draco has a change of heart after the war. He starts to reach out to Harry, and through a series of events, they form an unlikely friendship. It's well - written, with good character development for both Harry and Draco.

Perhaps in the fanfiction, his friends failed to recognize his efforts. Harry might have worked really hard on something, like preparing for a big event or helping them in some way, but his friends didn't seem to appreciate it at all. This lack of recognition could easily make him disappointed in them.

In these fanfictions, Harry may develop a more diplomatic side to his personality. Since Draco is from Slytherin and has a different way of thinking, Harry has to learn to negotiate and find middle ground. For Draco, his friendship with Harry can make him more empathetic. He might start to care about the well - being of others outside of his Slytherin clique, like the Gryffindors and other Hogwarts students, which is a big change from his initial self - centered attitude.