In Severus Snape marriage law fanfiction, the theme of power dynamics is quite prevalent. Snape is a powerful wizard, but the marriage law might put him in a situation where he has to share power or deal with someone who has power over him in a different way. Love and sacrifice are also common themes. Sometimes Snape has to sacrifice his own desires or safety for the sake of his new relationship. And the theme of redemption can also be seen, as the relationship might be a chance for Snape to redeem himself in some way, either in his own eyes or in the eyes of others.
In a Severus Snape x Reader fanfiction, the reader could be an outcast among the students, much like Snape was in his youth. They cross paths in the Forbidden Forest, both there for different reasons. This encounter could be the start of an unlikely friendship as they realize they can trust each other in a world that often seems against them.
One great Severus Snape x Reader fanfiction could be about the reader being a new teacher at Hogwarts. Snape is initially cold towards the reader, but as time passes, he starts to notice the little things about them. They might share a moment in the library, where the reader is searching for a rare book and Snape helps them out, leading to a deeper connection.
Another one is 'Snape's Forced Vow'. This fanfiction takes the marriage law concept and adds a lot of mystery and drama. Snape's reactions to the situation are very in - character, and the author does a great job of exploring the implications of the law on his life and relationships, as well as the overall wizarding society.
One common theme is the forbidden love aspect. Since it's a teacher - student relationship, it's taboo. Another is redemption. Snape has a complex past, and fanfictions might explore how a relationship with a student could be part of his journey towards redemption. Also, there's often the theme of secrecy. They would have to keep their relationship hidden from others in Hogwarts.
It's clearly not ethical. In the wizarding society, just as in our own, there are boundaries for relationships. Teachers are meant to be mentors and guides, not romantic interests for their students. Snape, being a strict and often intimidating teacher, has a professional role to play. Fanfiction might explore this idea, but in the real - life - like moral framework of the wizarding world, it's unacceptable.
A good one often has a well - developed character for Snape. It should capture his essence as a young, complex character. For example, his insecurities and his passion for magic should be well - represented. Also, the relationship between Snape and the reader - insert should be believable. It can't just be forced or too rushed.
In this fanfiction scenario, their relationship would be a journey of discovery. Hermione, with her inquisitive nature, would start to dig deeper into Snape's past. She might find out about his unrequited love for Lily and understand his pain. Snape, on the other hand, would be exposed to Hermione's modern - thinking and her ideas about equality in the wizarding world. This exchange of ideas and emotions would be the foundation for their relationship development. They would have to overcome their initial differences, like Snape's cold exterior and Hermione's sometimes over - eagerness. But as they do, they would form a relationship based on mutual understanding and shared goals, such as improving Hogwarts or changing the wizarding society's views.
One idea could be that the marriage law forces them to live together. At first, they are at odds, but as time goes on, they start to understand each other's intelligence. Snape realizes Hermione's thirst for knowledge is similar to his own. They begin to study potions together, and Snape teaches her some of his advanced techniques. Slowly, a bond forms between them that goes beyond the forced marriage.
One great Severus Snape x Reader fanfiction is 'A Chance Encounter'. It beautifully portrays the relationship between Snape and the reader. The story starts with an accidental meeting in the Forbidden Forest. The way the author describes Snape's initial coldness and then the gradual thawing of his heart towards the reader is really engaging. Another good one is 'Love in the Shadows'. It delves deep into the secrecy and complexity of a relationship with Snape, exploring how the reader has to navigate the Hogwarts politics and Snape's own guarded nature. And there's also 'Unspoken Feelings' which is a slow - burn story that focuses on the unspoken emotions between the two characters.