The main characters are Harry Potter for sure. He's the one who is reborn into the Marauders era. Then there are his parents, James and Lily. They are important as Harry gets to know them in a whole new way. The Marauders are also central. Sirius, with his wild and loyal nature, Remus with his werewolf secret, and Peter, who later betrays them in the original story. Their relationships with Harry add a lot of depth to the story.
I really like 'The Marauders' by an unknown author. It focuses on their adventures and how they formed their tight - knit group. It has some really exciting plot twists, like how they dealt with certain dark magic threats in their school days. It's a fun read that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
In such fanfiction, a plot point could be Harry's relationship with Snape. Since he knows Snape's story from his own time, he might try to change their relationship for the better. Maybe he could help Snape deal with his feelings for Lily in a more positive way. Also, Harry's experience with dark magic threats in his time could make him more proactive in dealing with the early signs of Voldemort's rise in the Marauders era.
It could potentially change their relationships. If they read a fanfiction that explored deeper emotional aspects of their friendships, it might make them more aware of their feelings for each other. They might become more open and communicative within their group. For example, Sirius and Remus might have a heart - to - heart about their true feelings for each other if a fanfiction made them realize something they hadn't before.
The Marauders era is a time full of potential for different storylines. There are so many what - ifs. Fanfiction writers can play with the idea of different magical abilities the Marauders might have had, or different relationships they could have formed. It also has a nostalgic factor for fans who love the original series and want to revisit that magical world from a different perspective.
Attention to detail is a must. Little things like the Marauders' nicknames, their favorite classes at Hogwarts, and the way they interact with the professors. A fanfiction that gets these details right is more likely to be a great read. It can also add new elements to the story, like new spells or magical creatures that are in line with the Potterverse, but also add something fresh to the Marauders' era.
There's 'Feminine Potter in the Marauders' Time'. In this fanfic, the story delves deep into how a genderbent Harry would change the course of events. It shows how she would deal with Hogwarts' politics, friendships, and the looming threat of Voldemort in a more feminine way. For example, her approach to forming alliances with other students could be more diplomatic compared to the original male Harry.
They might be quite shocked. Sirius, for example, would probably find it really strange to read about a world that's so different yet based on their own. He'd be amused by some of the wild interpretations of his character and might even laugh out loud at some of the more far - fetched storylines.
The theme of friendship is also prominent. The relationships between the Marauders are a big part of the original series, and in these fanfictions, the time - traveling character often gets involved in their friendship. Sometimes they strengthen the bonds between the Marauders, or in some cases, they might cause some rifts, which then leads to a whole new set of events and character developments.
James Potter is often a popular choice. He's the leader of the Marauders, a talented wizard, and his relationship with Lily Evans is a major draw. His transformation from a bit of a troublemaker to a more responsible person is also an interesting aspect to explore.