One common theme is family loyalty. Since the OC is from the Black family, there's often a struggle between loyalty to the family's traditional values and the new path with James Potter. For instance, the Black family's pure - blood ideals might conflict with James Potter's more inclusive views.
One great James Potter OC Black fanfic is 'The Black Family's New Hope'. It weaves an interesting story with a new original character in the Black family setting related to James Potter. The character development is really engaging.
Another theme is self - discovery. The OC usually has to figure out who they are within the context of the wizarding world. They might discover new powers or a new purpose in life. This theme makes the character more relatable as they face challenges and grow throughout the story.
One great 'James Potter and Sirius Black fanfic' to start with is 'Prongsfoot: The Marauders' Era'. It really captures their friendship well and has a lot of interesting plotlines that are true to the characters' personalities in the original series.
Common themes include first love. The experience of falling in love for the first time is often explored in a very detailed and emotional way. There's also the theme of identity. The OC is trying to find their place in the wizarding world, especially when in a relationship with someone as well - known as James Potter. This can lead to some internal conflicts for the OC. And the theme of loyalty is often present. Whether it's loyalty to each other in the relationship or loyalty to their friends and Hogwarts, it plays an important role in shaping the story.
Friendship is a very common theme. The deep bond between Sirius and James is often explored, like how they were always there for each other, through pranks, study sessions, and dealing with the Slytherins. Another theme is loyalty. Their loyalty to each other and to their group, the Marauders, is a central part of many stories.
Friendship is a very common theme. Their bond as best friends is often explored, showing how they supported each other through thick and thin at Hogwarts.
A unique feature is the new relationships that are formed. Harry's connection to the Black family can lead to different friendships and rivalries. In some fanfics, he might become closer to certain Black family members who were previously on the periphery of the main story, like Sirius's more distant relatives.
One common theme is friendship. Their bond is often explored in depth, showing how they were like brothers. Another theme is mischief, as they were known for their pranks at Hogwarts. For example, in many fanfics, they play elaborate pranks on Snape.
There's also 'James Potter and the New Order'. In this fanfic, the OC is a powerful witch who joins James in his fight against the dark forces. The author does a wonderful job of building the magical world and making the OC fit right in. It's really engaging.