Dumbledore could rescue Harry. He's always been watching over Harry and would surely sense if the Dursleys had abandoned him. Dumbledore has the power and wisdom to take Harry to a safe place, perhaps a different magical family or a special hideout. He could also start teaching Harry about his past and his parents earlier, which would give Harry a better understanding of his place in the wizarding world.
Well, he might be found by someone unexpected. Maybe a group of young witches and wizards who are on an adventure outside of Hogwarts. They could take Harry under their wing and introduce him to the wizarding world in a completely different way. Instead of the strict rules and regulations that he later faces at Hogwarts, he could learn magic in a more free - spirited and experimental environment. This could shape his character to be more rebellious and independent, not afraid to break the rules when he believes they are unjust.
Harry might rely on his own wits and magic. Since he has some natural magical abilities, he could use them to fend for himself, like conjuring food or finding shelter.
Well, in some versions of the 'Dursleys abandon Harry fanfiction', they abandon him due to social pressure. They are worried about what their neighbors or friends might think if they find out about Harry's true identity. Also, Petunia may have some deep - seated jealousy towards her sister Lily for being a witch, and this negative feeling extends to Harry, leading them to abandon him.
Perhaps he gets a chance to attend a special magical school or training program that requires him to leave the Dursleys. It could be a place where he can develop his powers without the Dursleys' interference. Also, he may be running away from a threat that the Dursleys are unable or unwilling to protect him from.
One way the Dursleys can be good in fanfiction is if they are forced to face the consequences of their actions early on. For instance, they might receive a warning from the wizarding world that if they don't treat Harry well, there will be serious repercussions. So they start to be nicer to him. They could provide him with a proper room, better food, and allow him to have friends over.
In some Harry Potter fanfictions, the Dursleys are depicted as nice. This could be a really interesting take. It might show how they could have been different if they hadn't been so influenced by their dislike for magic. Maybe they could have supported Harry more, or at least been less cruel. For example, a fanfiction could explore a scenario where Vernon Dursleys actually encourages Harry's academic achievements at school, instead of always putting him down.
One possible plotline could be Harry discovering a hidden magical ability that helps him escape. For example, he might find out he can teleport short distances, which he uses to get away from the Dursleys' house when they are being particularly cruel. Another could be that he gets help from an unexpected magical creature that has been secretly observing him all along. Maybe a house - elf that takes pity on him and shows him a secret passage out of the house.
The Dursleys could also cripple Harry emotionally in fanfiction. Their constant belittling, isolating him from others, and treating him like a burden could break his spirit. This emotional crippling might make it difficult for Harry to trust people, form relationships, or even fully embrace his wizarding identity. He may become withdrawn and lack the confidence needed to face the challenges in the wizarding world.
No. In the original 'Harry Potter' series, the Dursleys are presented as Muggles who dislike anything related to magic. Fanfiction is a concept more associated with fans of the series, and the Dursleys would have no interest in it.