If Harry Potter changes his name to Wizard in fanfiction, it might symbolize a new beginning or a desire to break away from his past. It could also make for some really interesting plot twists. For example, his friends might not know it's him at first, and there could be a whole mystery around who this 'Wizard' really is. This could add an element of intrigue to the fanfiction.
With his friends, it could initially cause confusion. They are so used to calling him Harry that the new name might be a bit of a shock. But if they understand his reasons, they would likely support him. For example, Hermione might be the first to adapt and help others adjust, using her logical thinking to see the benefits of the name change.
One popular fanfiction with this concept might be 'The Evans Potter Chronicles' which delves into how Harry's decision to change his name impacts his relationships within the wizarding world. It shows how his friends react and how it changes the power dynamics. Another could be 'A New Identity: Evans Potter' which focuses more on his internal struggle and the reasons behind wanting the name change, like escaping the Potter legacy's burden.
One consequence could be that his relationships change. His friends might not recognize the new 'soul - changed' Harry at first, leading to some initial confusion and distance in their friendships.
In some fanfiction concepts, he might change his soul through powerful magic spells. Maybe he discovers an ancient spell in a hidden book in the Room of Requirement that has the power to transform his very essence, his soul.
If Harry Potter changes his name to Wizard in fanfiction, it could have a significant impact on the story. It might cause confusion among the other characters, especially those who are familiar with the real Harry Potter. This confusion could then drive the plot forward as they try to figure out who this new 'Wizard' is. Additionally, it could change the power dynamics within the story. Since Harry Potter is a well - known name in the wizarding world, changing it to something as generic as 'Wizard' could make him seem less important or more mysterious, depending on how the author wants to play it.
In this fanfic scenario, Harry changing his name to Peverell could be part of a prophecy or a magical ritual. It might be that there is a great evil rising, and only someone with the Peverell name can stop it. Harry, being the hero he is, decides to take on this new name to fulfill his destiny. This could lead to a whole new set of adventures, with new allies and enemies, as he tries to figure out what it truly means to be a Peverell in the modern wizarding world.
Hermione would probably be very curious at first. She'd want to research all about the Peverell family to understand the significance of Harry's decision. Ron, on the other hand, might be a bit more confused and a little worried that Harry is trying to distance himself too much from their group. But overall, they would support him because they are his true friends.
In some fanfictions, Harry might change his identity to protect his friends. For example, if Voldemort was specifically targeting those close to Harry, he could change his look and name so that his friends would no longer be in danger. He could also change his identity to study dark magic secretly in order to better understand Voldemort's power and find a way to defeat him without putting others at risk.
One good small change could be in the character development. For example, Neville could start showing his courage a bit earlier in the fanfiction. This would add an interesting twist as it would make the story deviate slightly from the original in a positive way. It could also change the dynamics within the group of friends at Hogwarts.