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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/70312/Barb_LP Barb]]
* Recommended by Bufu, @/UncloudedTJ, boonerunner
* I'm rather surprised that Barb hasn't been mentioned already -- she was one of the bigger names in the fandom just a few years ago. Guess many of her readers have grown up and moved on -- she was most active in that productive period before ''Order of the Phoenix'''s publication. Anyway, her entire ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is some of the best written stuff I've had the pleasure to read. Yes, the romance can get dramatic to the point of soap opera melodrama, and yes -- since this was written at the half way point of the series, much has been revealed to be completely different from the world she created. Nevertheless, I still consider her work some of the best I've read, and would highly encourage you to check it out, starting with ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/288212/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Psychic_Serpent Harry Potter and the Psychic Serpent]]''. Feel free to chime in with your own thoughts -- I'd like to hear them, even if you don't agree with me. Trying to get in that pre-''[=OotP=]'' mindset may help.
** @/UncloudedTJ: Her work was the first good fanfiction I'll admit to reading. The second in the trilogy, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/699701/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Time_of_Good_Intentions Harry Potter and the Time of Good Intentions]]'', is one of the best looks at an AU I've ever seen and how it comes about is shocking. Granted I think it went downhill towards the end of the trilogy but up to the middle of the third story it was all very well done work.
** vick86: The ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is one of the best examples of {{growing the beard}} in fanfiction. The first book does suffer from a number of bad (Harry Potter) fanfiction cliches. This is to be forgiven however when one considers that this is one of the earlier book-length works and most of the cliches weren't cliches when it was written, but rather became cliches after other works started using some of the same ideas. The second book throws the AU curveball and it turns into one of the best series you'll ever read. It's definitely worth it to sit through some of the bad stuff in the first book to reach the greatness of the sequels.
[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/after_the_rain/ All After the Rains's Harry Potter fics]]
* Recommended by @/{{Micah}}, @/{{DomaDoma}}
* She writes with a dry but periodically hilarious tone and plots of the inevitable-in-hindsight variety. I'm particularly fond of ''The Adventures of Icarus the Invisible Poltergeist'' and ''Running Close to the Ground''.
** Seconded by @/{{DomaDoma}}: Agreed. My favorites are ''Mordant'' and ''Correspondence Course'' -- the latter of which, alas, being the only one completely unscathed by new canon in the whole ensemble. Still, if you can get into that between-books mood, fantastic stuff.
** Thirded by @/{{Verity}}, who would also highly rec her ''Remedial History''.
[[http://planescapecomic.com/harrypotter Harry Potter Comics]]'''' post-book comic series by Travers & Rioux Jordan. (Canon-Compliant)
* Recommended by Swiftbow
** Seconded by @/{{Darkmane}}. Works unexpectedly well as a comic book, with pictures made from photos of lego toys. There's a highly interwoven storyline and it's done with a very generous touch of humour. Read with an open mind and do not expect anything too serious. Haters of comic books stay away; and by contrast it's a must read for comic book fans, as they will recognize and enjoy the change in narration, which works very well in graphic novel format.
* This is an ongoing webcomic (done with Harry Potter legos) following the plot after the epilogue of the books. It follows several different story arcs, including Harry, Ron, and Hermione, their children at Hogwarts, a set of villains who have combined Muggle technology with magic, and a displaced Muggle Sheriff and his Deputy. From Texas. It updates twice a week.
[[http://fanfiction.mugglenet.com/viewuser.php?uid=90372 Neville Longbottom]]'''' series by Sonorus. (AU)
* Recommended by e of pi
* One of the best takes on the Neville-Longbottom-is-chosen-instead-of-Harry storyline I've seen. He's written AU versions of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets,'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban,'' ''Goblet of Fire,'' and chapter one of "Order of the Phoenix." He's a very regular poster, and the story is top-notch. Moreover, much like in ''DA & the Year of Darkness,'' we really see the evolution and emergence of the sword-waving Neville a lot earlier, rather than some Neville-is-chosen fics where Neville's pathetic failures are just an excuse for some Harry-Potter-saves-the-world action.
* Seconded by [=PhoenixFTW=]
''[[http://www.lomara.org/sbp/ The Shoebox Project]]'' (Non-graphic slash, incomplete)
* Recommended by @/{{Rinny}}, @/YoAdrian
* It's pretty much the only fanfic I still even bother to read. Shame it isn't updated quite as often anymore, though.
* Strongly seconded by @/YoAdrian: Oh god, where to start. Best Marauders-era fic I've ever read. The humor is superb -- Rave and Jaida have a knack for teenaged-boy hijinks. Young Peter Pettigrew has a very well-done StartOfDarkness, and is treated as a real character. There are several beautiful [[AMythologyIsTrue Mythology Nods]], at least one of which made this troper cry. Many of the background characters in the books get a bit more flesh on them, such as the Prewett twins -- the Marauders' idols. Definitely worth a read -- doesn't update very often, but worth the wait.
* Thirded by Pavlovas: Beautiful, beautiful fanfic. One of the best ever written. Unfortunately, both authors have practically confirmed its status as a {{Dead Fic}}. However, what has been written is glorious; all of the characters, even some of the minor ones that the books mention in passing, have been fleshed out wonderfully and despite being a truly hilarious piece of writing, it has quite a few touching moments at times. The original home-page link is dead because someone hacked the site in late 2008 but thankfully, Lomara converted each and every file into PDF.
* Fourthed by this troper: It's beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. If you haven't read it, go read it NOW. It's the Marauders in the flesh, funny and moving and so utterly ''them''. Honestly, would probably sell my soul to be able to write like this. The slash isn't very obvious, by the way, so don't be off-put by it.
* Fifthed by this other troper: it's bloody fantastic. All the characters are written ''perfectly'': Remus, Sirius, James, Lily, Snape, even Peter -- ''all'' of them are completely three-dimensional people, with character progression that clearly leads them towards becoming their older canon counterparts we know from the books (and it thankfully ''doesn't'' fall into traps with the characters which are all too common in Harry Potter fandom[[hottip:*:e.g. James and Sirius the [[JerkJock sociopathic bullies]], Snape the innocent [[TheWoobie woobie]], Wormtail the blithering idiot, etc.]]). As for the story itself, it's brilliant -- and while there ''is'' slash, it doesn't read as contrived or out of character. In my mind, this fic is to JK Rowling's books as TheThrawnTrilogy is to the StarWars movies.
* Now has [[FanFic/TheShoeboxProject its own TV Tropes page]].
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1034541/Kurinoone The Dark Prince]]'' Trilogy by Kurinoone (AU, some child abuse, some fighting, Dark Harry -- kind of)
* Recommended by Elenor
* All canon pairings. Lily/James, Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione, etc.
* The trilogy in order is ''The Darkness Within'', ''A Part of Me'' and ''Deepest Reflections''. So far the first one has been translated into Spanish, German, Russian, Portuguese, and French. The first two have been nominated for awards. This is honestly the best AU I have read. The characters are consistent and believable. Everyone is given depth so you can understand what drives them instead of the author making "good guys" and "bad guys" as subtle as a sledge hammer. No one changes in a day. Even the OC is likable and clearly not a self-insertion or a (shudder) Mary-Sue.
** Clendy82: There is only one drawback that I see: [[spoiler: Damien]] Potter? Seriously? You couldn't have gone with, I don't know, Jason? Or Brandon? Derek? Daniel? Of all the names out there for an obstinately non-evil character, you had to pick the most ridiculous of the lot? Despite the overall goodness of the story so far, the sheer idiocy of that name almost made me shut it down right then and there.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/632060/Dazzleberry Dazzleberry's]] fanfics
* Recommended by @/{{Kilyle}}
* The trilogy of ''Still Waters Run Deep'', ''Bittersweet'', and ''Tomorrow We May Die'' (which is now housed offsite for some reason) is the one I read the most, although I don't much like the first one (MarySue more than the other two, I think). Very OC for Snape, IMO, although it does play his angst up pretty neatly, and works well with how he feels as a double agent (''hugely'' at the end of the second story). Still, it's one of the fanfics I've found to meet these criteria: Snape as main character, love as major plot, not filled with pointless sex, '''''heterosexual''''', and not Snape-with-Hermione.
** Oh, and Dazzleberry has a fic highlighting how the Ministry of Magic messes with Lupin's life through unending rules and regulations, and that fic runs parallel to the second (?) part of the trilogy. Both fics, by the way, work within the basic underpinnings of the story, but from Snape or Lupin's point-of-view, rather than that of the kids, and the kids are portrayed a bit less sympathetically than normal; there's major Wangst at points, and Snape's love ends up pregnant by the end. And the story branches off from canon early on, due in part to being written while only half the series was published (the author debated about changing things to line up with canon, but decided to just go with what she had).
[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/a_j_hall/ A. J. Hall's]] trilogy. (Slash Draco/Neville)
* Recommended by @/{{Robert}}:
* Some [[CookieCutterFic unconventional characterization]], but is well written, and includes a cross-over with Bujold's ''VorkosiganSaga'' series.
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/164445/ Squib Tales]]'' by Ozma
* Recommended by @/{{Robert}}
* A series from [[ADayInTheLimelight Filch's point of view]]. Good characterization and world building.
''[[http://sam-storyteller.livejournal.com/tag/stealing%20harryverse The Stealing Harryverse]]'' by Sam the Storyteller (aka Sam Vines aka Copperbadge)
* Recommended by Lavanya Six, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]]
* An AU stemming from a simple question: What if Lucius Malfoy, not Sirius Black, had caught up with Peter Pettigrew first? Well, basically, Sirius stays a free man and (along with Remus) takes the place of Ms. Figg in watching Harry grow up at the Dursleys... until one day, when Harry is eight years old, Sirius and Remus find out just how badly the Dursleys treat Harry. AU through the middle of Year 3 so far.
** I have to give this fic the highest recommendation possible. The dialogue, plot, and character development is top notch. Sam's world building is very insightful into things canon takes for granted, like the makers of the Mirror of Erised or the historical origins for Purebloodness being rooted in Roman colonization of the British Isles.
** Needs a warning for the Sirius/Remus pairing, though.
** Now officially a DeadFic, with a summary of what was to have been up. Damn it.
''The FanFic/{{Dangerverse}}'' by Anne Walsh (Alternate sites [[http://stories.trycanta.com/fics/ here]] and [[http://whydoyouneedtoknow.fanficauthors.net/Harry_Potter.php here]])
* Recommended by @/{{Lizzie}}; @/RitiTroll; @/{{Seraviel}}
* A superb multiverse spawned from the existence of an older, college-age, sister for Hermione. More intricate than Canon.
** @/LooneyToons: Cautious second. The initial stories sweep you up and carry you along with their writing; the author is very skilled and does a great job at an alternate universe that feels right and manages to hew closely to the general outline of canon while still being highly divergent (that's not a contradiction, much as it seems like it might be). My caution is that after the first four or so installments, and the first few branchings into various parallel universes within the series, I lost track of where I was and subsequently lost interest in following the stories. Without a good solid central thread to follow, I had no motivation to keep reading. If you're better at that, or less concerned about it, then ignore my caution and jump right in.
** @/RitiTroll: Solid Third. I almost like some of the [=AUs=] (Returnverse, Be Careful) More than I do the main verse.
** @/{{Seraviel}}: Fourth. The length of the main stories might stump new readers, but the quality makes it worthwhile.
** @/{{Roo}}: Fifth, but mostly for the first story, ''Living With Danger.'' The later stories begin dragging a bit and introduces some really cringe-worthy plot points... and it's clear that Anne Walsh is much more at home with writing Harry and co. as small children rather than teenagers, which is probably why later stories don't feel anywhere near as inspired. A few of the other [=AUs=] are quite decent, but with the possible exception of the surprisingly fun ''Till We Reach That Day'' (which was rewritten into ''True Colors,'' which I haven't read yet), none of them are quite as engaging as that first story.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/492315/citygirl1116 citygirl1116]]
* Recommended by J the Drafter
* Everything she's written is hilarious, especially ''Harry Potter and the Overdone Plot Devices''. She hasn't written anything new in a while, though.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/~lightningonthewave Sacrifices Arc]] by Lightning on the Wave (Very Long Completed [=AUs=], Heavy Violence, Slash)
* Recommended by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], notsarah, starryblue, The Blood Sharpie
* ''Comments'': A seven fic series and related oneshot "Maze of Light," each novel-length work replaces its corresponding canon counterpart, and Lightning increasingly diverges from the source. Despite the oft-(mis)used premise "what if Slytherin!Harry had a BWL!twin," the plot manages to stay original and creative throughout, with truly inspiring [[ShoutOut shout-outs]] to canon events. Canon characterizations aren't exactly possible, but there's a surprising amount of Original Flavor nonetheless. [[MagnificentBastard Snape]] is especially brilliant, and while Lightning never loses sight of the reality that spawned him, he progresses to the point of possibly being better than what JKR ever got around fleshing out. [[YourMileageMayVary BE WARNED]]: the author really knows how to [[AnyoneCanDie turn on the water-works]], and pays careful attention to everything -- which means that while character interaction often = CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming and setting establishment/development = MadeOfWin, wartime realities = NightmareFuel. The dark tone does threaten to overwhelm things occasionally, but Lightning somehow knows just when things are heading towards unbearable, and is as good at inducing CrowningMomentOfFunny as she is at creating tension.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1619871/Vekin87/ Albus Potter Series]] by Vekin87
* Recommended by windweaver19
* ''Synopsis'': Gen fic focusing on Albus Potter and his time in Hogwarts. Albus is sorted into, not Gryffindor, but Slytherin much to everyone's surprise but his own brother. Conflict quickly ensues.
* ''Comments'': When I first read these stories I had to remind myself quite harshly that it wasn't canon. Vekin does a good job of blending canon bits with his own ideas for an entertaining read that is still very reminiscent of Rowling's story. Several of the characterizations are funny and he's almost as good at sparking EpilepticTrees among his fans as Rowling is. Story is in progress and currently at the start of year 4.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1228238/DisobedienceWriter DisobedienceWriter]]
* Recommended by Tikigod784, @/LooneyToons
* ''Comments'': Recommended because this author takes many of the stereotypical situations you often see in fanfiction (such as Dark!Harry and PeggySue) and writes them well. It should be noted that Dumbledore bashing is prevalent, but explained clearly in every story. Harry also tends to be more logical and cautious than canon. To be perfectly honest, if you read two or three of his stories, you'll know what reading his other HP stories (as well as his 'FanficRecs/{{Naruto}}' stories) feels like.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded; note that [=DisobedienceWriter=] already has at least one story recommended elsewhere on this page, the cracktastic ''A Bad Week at the Wizangamot''.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1265079/Lomonaaeren Lomonaaeren]]
* Recommended by @/JBlaze
* ''Comments'': Highly recommended if you happen to like Draco/Harry [[FoeYay slash]]. This author has written over 100 fics of varying lengths (some very long, and some meaty oneshots too) -- all of them some of the very best the fandom has to offer. The Ceremonies of Strife trilogy is especially recommended for one of the best continuation series I've read. Lomonaaeren is one of those rare authors that doesn't neglect plotting to get to the romance.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1931446/ Princess Marauder]]
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* If you like excellent writing, wonderful characterization, comedy, and the Marauders, you should check out all of her Harry Potter fics. She currently has seven HP fics: three complete and four in-progress. They're all worth the read.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1443437/ little0bird]]
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* All the author's fics are Harry Potter and all of them are possibly the best I've ever read! All the characters are perfectly in canon, even in her Next Gen fics. It appears the author either doesn't know about the canon Next Gen or they decided to let their imagination flow and made characters of their own. Either way, their writing is amazing and worth the read.
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[[folder: General Fics]]
''Stories focused on the family and the friendly relationships of the cast. Plot-focused stories or light day-in-the-life stories. Pretty much anything that doesn't fit into one of the other folders.''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684167/1/Lovers_in_a_Dangerous_Time Lovers in a Dangerous Time]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/836277/xXfireXflyXx xXfireXflyXx]]
* Recommended by @/BlitheCynic
* ''Synopsis'': At twenty-nine years of age, Bellatrix Black is chain-smoking, promiscuous, chronically bored, and still living with her parents until her introduction to the Dark Lord transforms her life into an exhilarating whirlwind of passion, murder, and unrequited love.
* ''Comments'': As canon as it can be, as Bella's back story/relationship with Voldemort is barely explored in the books. Excellent characterization and intriguing backstory. The time-line is a little bit off, but everything else makes up for it and most of the errors can be fixed mentally.
[=[[reviews:LoversInADangerousTime]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4714715/1/Renegade_Cause Renegade Cause]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1613119/Silens_Cursor Silens Cursor]]
* Recommended by @/USABobcat
* ''Synopsis'': At the start of Order of the Phoenix, the Ministry comes to take Harry into custody for using a Patronus charm in front of a Muggle. Harry, warned by Dumbledore to not let them destroy his wand, defends himself. Things change.
* ''Comments'': An in-depth look at the darker arts of Magic, the darker forms of politics, and the darker morals. And not just Voldemort or Fudge, for once.. Harry makes difficult decisions, Voldemort delves in Spell Creation, and it is very violent.
[=[[reviews:RenegadeCause]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5176787/1/Thou_Shalt_Not_Suffer Thou Shalt Not Suffer]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/933175/TheWizardsHarry The Wizards Harry]]
* Recommended by [[http://liquid-molasses.livejournal.com/ Liquid-Molasses]]
* ''Synopsis'': An emotionally realistic take on the idea of a fundamentalist Christian being invited to Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Still in-progress but interesting so far, and it deals with the issue without being anti-religion.
** Seconded--a little cautiously--by @/{{MtheR}}. The first couple chapters have a few persistent spelling errors and typos, but nothing distracting. The [=OC=] at the center of the story is flawed but likeable, and the representation of Slytherin so far looks to be one of the most balanced and realistic I've seen in a fanfiction. Mostly I'm recommending because it's the first Harry Potter fanfiction in ages to hold my attention past the fifth chapter.
[=[[reviews:ThouShaltNotSuffer]]=]
''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Apprentice_Potter/index.php Apprentice Potter]]'' and its sequels, ''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Journeyman_Potter/index.php Journeyman Potter]]'' and ''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Master_Potter/index.php Master Potter]]'' (in progress) by Draco664 (All AU)
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': A HarryPotter AlternateUniverse that diverges shortly after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix''. Instead of letting Harry return to Hogwarts for his sixth year, Mad-Eye Moody arranges an apprenticeship for him, with a mysterious and infuriating new master.
* ''Comments:'' Includes [[CharacterizationTags Fem!Blaise, Angry!Angry!Really Angry!Harry,]] and poly shipping.
** A little slow at first but picks up rather well. Unfortunately due to its age it has a few instances of the later canon books deterring some plot points but overall the story works well and integrates the later books when possible.
** @/{{Nornagest}}: Technically competent and usually enjoyable. Unfortunately it makes a few fanficcy structural mistakes -- but my standards are ridiculously high, and I did manage to get through it anyway.
[=[[reviews:ApprenticePotter]]=]
''[[http://rowen-r.livejournal.com/13032.html The Most Grievous and Lamentable Tragedy of the Death of Lord Voldemort]]'' by rowen_r
* Recommended by @/{{Micah}}, @/AcrossTheStars
* ''Synopsis'': ''Harry Potter'' meets Jacobean revenge tragedy.
* ''Comments'': Written pre-''Half Blood Prince''. Has stage directions like "[In a manner suggestive of profound, puppy-kicking evil]" and "[Makes frightening groaning noises just for the hell of it, the scamp]".
** It's probably twice as funny for anyone familiar with Renaissance literature, especially Shakespeare and Marlowe, so English majors, theatre majors, and [=AP=] Lit students will probably laugh harder than anyone else.
* Thirded--or is it fourth-ed?--by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]]. Note that above troper is spot-on, however.
[=[[reviews:TheMostGrievousAndLamentableTragedyOfTheDeathOfLordVoldemort]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3639659/1/A_Bad_Week_at_the_Wizengamot A Bad Week At The Wizengamot]]'' by [=DisobedienceWriter=]
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, Comartemis, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], lanky, Chuckg, @/{{Dor}}, @/RitiTroll, @/{{Seraviel}}, timeywimey, [=T7F=]
* ''Synopsis'': After Harry Potter is convicted by the Wizengamot for defending himself against the dementors the summer after his fourth year and goes wandless into exile, Cornelius Fudge is certain all is now well with the world. At least until Harry's revenge begins...
* ''Comments'': Funny short story set in an AlternateUniverse that looks much bleaker than canon... at least at first. Features Cornelius Fudge as the ultimate [[{{Dilbert}} Pointy-haired Boss.]]
** Seconded by @/{{Comartemis}}: Best Humiliation Conga I've ever read. Just make sure you aren't [[SpitTake drinking anything]] while you read.
** Thirded by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], as she's convinced this fic is undiluted CrowningMomentOfFunny. For that matter, she's convinced author [=DisobedienceWriter=] is made of CrowningMomentOfAwesome.
** This. This is how you perform a HumiliationConga.
** Elenor: I will recommend this as soon as I can stop laughing long enough to type.
** @/{{Dor}} heartily ''* counts on fingers* '' sixths this, although he finds the second chapter -- Sirius's efforts to fix the Ministry of Magic -- even more appealing than the HumiliationConga in the first chapter.
** @/RitiTroll just wants to repeat that the second chapter is just as awesome in a different way, but the third didn't hold her interest for more than a few paragraphs.
** [=T7F=] 8ths This: [[HumiliationConga BURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRN!]]
[=[[reviews:ABadWeekAtTheWizengamot]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4726291/1/Eternal_Return Eternal Return]]'' by Silver Pard
* Recommended by: @/LooneyToons, chimeras
* ''Synopsis:'' Harry finds himself reincarnated as a newborn Tom Marvolo Riddle, decades in the past. Can he do what he needs to in order to ensure that he is born and lives out the life he remembers? Can he bear the cost?
* ''Comments:'' Dark, heartbreaking and ultimately creepy.
** Definitely seconded, even if you saw it coming, the ending is still chilling.
[=[[reviews:EternalReturn]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5093023/1/ The Book of Dobby: Per Arcana ad Astra]]'' by Doghead Thirteen
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Synopsis:'' While obsessively cleaning Colin Creevy's stacks of nerd paraphernalia, Dobby stumbles on a book about [[WorldWarII The Battle Of Britain]] and [[{{Understatement}} takes a liking]] to the idea of big metal birds blowing shit up. A few weeks later after Voldemort's return, Harry is trying to think of ways to fight Voldemort and his Death Eaters when Dobby offers a solution involving magic, elves, and World War II air power. "TURNS OUTS THEM LIGHTSES! IS YOUS NOT KNOWING THERE IS BEING A WAR ON?"
* ''Comments:'' One of the most warped and entertaining ''Potter'' stories I've ever encountered. Words cannot describe just how twisted and fun this story is -- it must be read to be believed. Completely unlike any other ''Harry Potter'' fic in existence. Incomplete, but still being written by an active author.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: A fic that absolutely ''refuses'' to take itself seriously, this is gloriously crack-tastic and a joy to read; my only complaint is that there isn't enough of it. Conspicuously avoids [[RonTheDeathEater Evil!Dumbledore]] despite invoking the same FridgeLogic that generally leads to that characterization (he's not evil, he's just ''senile''). Also, watch for [[Warhammer40K 40K]] and ''GirlGenius'' shout-outs including [[spoiler: a surprise appearance by the Jägers!]]
[=[[reviews:TheBookOfDobbyPerArcanaAdAstra]]=]
''[[http://sam-storyteller.dreamwidth.org/97242.html Reclamation]]'' by Sam the Storyteller
* Recommended by Lavanya Six
* ''Synopsis:'' In an alternate universe, one man still struggles with a moral decision made many years before.
* ''Comments:'' My favorite HP one-shot. It explores the life and mind of [[spoiler:Tom Riddle]] in a world where, like a recovering alcoholic, he makes an conscious effort each day to not turn Dark.
** Seconded by @/{{Thanos6}}. Much like {{Dexter}}, this fic explores someone who is essentially a sociopath who is just barely clinging to morality by his fingernails.
[=[[reviews:Reclamation]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4410768/1/Measure_for_Measure Measure for Measure]]'' by Grover Cleveland
* Recomended by Radiofreak
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter's fifth year. Featuring a sarcastic!/slightly independent!/STRAIGHT!Harry Harry/Daphne
* ''Comments:'' One of the best HP fanfics I have had the pleasure of reading, with a very well done first person view of a slightly mad Harry. Features Harry getting paid in virgins outside of a crackfic.
[=[[reviews:MeasureForMeasure]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4818951/1/Fair_Trade Fair Trade]]'' by [=BajaB=]
* Recommended by Ithanyx, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry confronts Voldemort after his sixth year at Hogwarts with an alternate reason for some of the Dark's Lord's failures, and offers to help him out, for a price.
* ''Comments'': A fantastic ret-con fic which shows an interesting idea of what a power that Voldemort knows not could be like.
** Seconded. It's a very good one-shot into a what could have happened [[spoiler: if Harry found out he was a Horcrux at the end of Book 6]].
[=[[reviews:FairTrade]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2889350/1/Bungle_in_the_Jungle_A_Harry_Potter_Adventure Bungle in the Jungle]]'' and its sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3759007/1/Turn_Me_Loose_A_Harry_Potter_Adventure Turn Me Loose]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by @/{{Dor}}, @/LooneyToons, @/FooFighter, Chuckg, lanky, oruma
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter escapes one of Dumbledore's plans to manipulate him by following Bill Weasley on an expedition to South America, where they find ''far'' more than they bargained for.
* ''Comments'': Very few authors use the second person successfully; ''Bungle in the Jungle'' is among the best of the exceptions. The story can be a bit intimidating for the first chapter or two, between the point of view and the first chapter being in non-chronological order. Stick with it, and you find a cast of thoroughly-developed original characters, an insightful look into what a cursebreaker actually ''does'', and one of the best climactic battle sequences in fanfiction. Be warned: There's a pretty significant amount of Hermione- and Weasley-bashing, although the sequel redeems them somewhat.
** @/LooneyToons: I particularly like his take on Luna Lovegood, which makes perfect sense in this setting. Also note that this story does not end conclusively, but its sequel picks up where "Bungle" left off.
** Comartemis: I'm not sure what to think about this one. On the one hand, Evil!Weasleys and Manipulative!Dumbledore are some of my all-time least favorite cliches, and the fact that Hermione gets similar treatment is another punch in the gut, and her later "redemption" doesn't do much to improve the situation. Setting those things aside, however, it's a damn good fic and probably one of the better Luna/Harry fics I've read.
** @/FooFighter: From reading this and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3384712/1/The_Lie_Ive_Lived The Lie I've Lived]]'' I'm willing to say that jbern writes THE best combat/duel scenes I've seen in any FanFic.
** Chuckg: I recommend this fic highly, especially to any Bill Weasley fan or anyone who wants to see jbern's take on what a Curse Breaker ''really'' does for a living. Magical Indiana Jones vs. the Zombie Apocalypse of the Ruined City is worth the price of admission all by itself. However, I stopped reading the series after the action got back to England in the sequel, but that's just me.
** lanky: This is worth the price of admission and the strange second-person perspective JUST for the fact that Ron is not RonTheDeathEater. Despite the fact that [[spoiler: the Weasley Clan, Bill and maybe Charlie aside,]] have been an absolute bunch of manipulative bastards, the first thing he does when he gets the chance to talk to Harry is apologize profusely and try to stand by him. Honestly, I wasn't a fan of the demonization to that point, but it makes sense in context: Dumbledore presents something that might just win the war. Of course the Weasleys, [=OotP=] members through and through, would do it, especially when it was a case of making Harry happy. It's a grim, grim reminder of what the Harry Potter series could have been if Dumbledore was just a bit more of a bastard. Hell, it's worth the price of admission just for the AlternateCharacterInterpretation of Luna Lovegood, who becomes something more than some batshit crazy girl spouting moonspeak.
[=[[reviews:BungleInTheJungle]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2954601/1/ Taking Control]]'' and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4924075/1/Free_Life Free Life]]'', by "fake a smile"
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Sirius' ghost hangs around after ''[=OoTP=]'' to help Harry get over his death and train him, leading to a Harry who enters year 6 with an iron determination to grow up and take his fate in his own hands and fight the war against Voldemort on his own terms. Meanwhile, the "Golden Trio" splits apart when Harry won't let them in on his new plans, leaving Ginny (and later Remus) as his only confidants. Independent!Harry and Genuinely-Well-Meaning-But-Stiflingly-Manipulative!Dumbledore. ''Taking Control'' is complete; its sequel ''Free Life'' is incomplete but in progress.
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Comments:'' Although the main focus of the story is not the romance, this still has one of the best-developed Harry/Ginny romances ''ever''. The pacing is delightfully appropriate, the author has a fine grasp of subtlety, and the plot is interesting and without obvious holes. Unlike most other Manipulative!Dumbledore fics, the Dumbledore in this one is neither using inappropriate methods or has evil intentions, he's just idealistically misguided. And while Harry's more kickarse than canon, this isn't remotely near a Super!Harry fic. Indeed, the only possible negative note is that Ron and Hermione do ''not'' come off well in this fic -- its hardly RonTheDeathEater territory, but Ron gets to be the clueless git again, and Hermione has her bossy know-it-all tendencies taken to positively [[{{Flanderization}} Flanderized]] levels. So, Ron and Hermione fans have been warned.
[=[[reviews:TakingControl]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2412808/1/The_Innocence_Of_Guilt The Innocence of Guilt]]'' by ENSIGN
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter was sentenced to Azkaban prison. However he never went there. Who is this James Pathertrory who's running around the world causing problems for the Death Eaters?
* ''Comments'': Your typical Harry is being sent to Azkaban plot with a lot of twists involved. At the top of the list is Harry's friends don't abandon him but are stopped by a KangarooCourt. At the center of this story is a very interesting take of the Unspeakables and who runs them. Amusingly there is an OC that has the code name of Mary Sue. The author doesn't have any planned pairings at the moment and the story is set after ''Order of the Phoenix'' (with some elements of the later books mixed in the later chapters).
[=[[reviews:TheInnocenceOfGuilt]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2318355/1/Make_A_Wish Make A Wish]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, Chuckg, Elenor, [=UnseenVoice=], lanky
* ''Synopsis'': After learning the prophecy, Harry comes to the conclusion there's no way he can win against Voldemort. And if that's the case, he decides he has to get in as much living as he can before he must return to the conflict. But in the process of the whirlwind round-the-world tour he takes under an assumed name as result of that decision, he inadvertently creates a mythic figure of such proportions that even Voldemort begins to fear him.
* ''Comments'': An enjoyable, funny story despite the author's primitive grasp of the technical rudiments of writing and the somewhat anticlimactic ending. Watching how the Wizarding World creates the myth of "Mr. Black" by misunderstanding or selectively re-interpreting the information and stories left in Harry's wake is worth the occasional frustration with Blot's style, as is the scale to which the myth eventually grows -- and how Harry reacts when he finally learns what his "last vacation before dying" has wrought. (Be warned, though, that ''Make A Wish'' starts slowly -- although the lead-up has some good if low-key humor, the funniest stuff really doesn't start to kick in until the end of chapter 10.) Anyway, don't take this story seriously -- just sit back and enjoy it. It has a sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3032621/1/The_Hunt_For_Harry_Potter The Hunt for Harry Potter]]'', which isn't ''quite'' as good in my opinion, but is still fun to read.
** The writing is amateurish, but the plot is original and engaging, the [=OCs=] interesting, and the humor spot-on.
** lanky adds: The more the story goes on, the less entertaining it gets, I found. It's an interesting read, but Harry quickly becomes a [[spoiler: BoringInvincibleHero when he stops being mistaken for a huge, powerful badass and actually becomes one. Especially after the story abandons humor to take the serious route.]] Honestly, the story could have been a lot better had it just stuck to the premise. It's still worth a read, however.
[=[[reviews:MakeAWish]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4343191/1/Warriors_Heir Warrior's Heir]]'' by Osireia (AU)
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry is thrown into a world where purebloods are discriminated against, Tom Riddle is the Boy Who Lived, and the Dark Lord...is someone he'd never suspect. Will his emerging abilities be enough? Should he support Riddle -- or the Dark Lord?
* ''Comments'': This is a unique AU in which Harry has been thrown into another dimension by conditions out of his control. It starts out after Book 6 but before Harry leaves Privet Drive. It starts abruptly with Harry attempting to both get some dueling experience and get money for his mysteriously rapid-changing vision. Gets better as it goes along and the author updates monthly.
[=[[reviews:WarriorsHeir]]=]
The ''Alexandra Quick'' series by Inverarity: ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3964606/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Thorn_Circle the Thorn Circle]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684861/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Lands_Below the Lands Below]]'', and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5784632/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Deathly_Regiment the Deathly Regiment]]'' (Very completely AU)
* Recommended by [=FrankRonaldOrion=], @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': This story has next to nothing to do with the characters in the ''HarryPotter'' series; it has everything to do with the ''HarryPotter'' world. Set in the United States, where the Confederation, a government in political turmoil, has problems with revolutionaries and warring cultures. It focuses on Alexandra Quick, a Muggle-born girl who goes to Charmbridge Academy and discovers a lot about not only magic and the wizarding world, but about herself as well.
* ''Comments'': If you liked ''Hogwarts Houses Divided'' by the same author you will most definitely like this one. The setting feels natural and sucks you in, and the characters are memorable and detailed. The first two stories are complete, but a third is on the way. I really hope he goes on to finish the entire series with seven stories total; ''Alexandra Quick'' is a lot more than fanfiction. In fact, it's closer to the ''StarWars'' novels set in earlier eras with less Lucas guidance than it is to fanfiction. Got me teary eyed near the end of the second one, too.
** White Hat: It is good to know I am not the only one who got teary eyed. An excellent version of Wizarding America, though definitely not how I would have done it.
** @/ShayGuy: I just read the first one, and I'm not seeing any AU. But I would like to note that in ''HP'' canon, transfiguring people into animals alters their minds considerably, and I'm not entirely sure [[spoiler:the Fidelius Charm]] works that way. Nevertheless, the fact that I blazed through it in one night when I should've either been sleeping or doing homework says a lot about it.
** Blufox: I fell in love with the series from the first chapter of ''Thorn Circle.'' It's riveting, and I have yet to see any proof that any of the characters are {{Mary Sue}}s, a sign of a great story, especially since every character is original. Inverarity has started on the third book of the series, ''Deathly Regiment,'' which really focuses on [[spoiler:Alex's reaction to Max's death]]. Personally, I vote on Alex having her own trope page.
** Khajmer: I love Inverarity's style. It's very reminiscent to me of J.K. in the delivery, but in terms of the content it's much more thought provoking. There is no clear black or white, plenty of wash of gray. The way The Lands Below ended had me in tears, and the Deathly Regiment had some serious philosophical implications that set me to thinking. Beyond that, I particularly love the way Inverarity takes similar character developing situations to Harry Potter and shows how Alexandra, an entirely different character, goes through them (for example, [[spoiler: her insistence in Deathly Regiment on finding a way to bring Max back versus Harry's steady acceptance of Sirius dying]]) All in all I give it a big thumbs up and second Blufox's motion for her own page.
[=[[reviews:AlexandraQuick]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3625984/1/A_Place_for_Warriors A Place For Warriors]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~owlsaway owlsaway]]
* Recommended by @/{{Sharysa}}
* ''Synopsis'': A fifteen-chapter BottleEpisode begins as Dumbledore [[LockedInARoom locks Harry and Snape in the Room of Requirement]] for a week, and as the focus on Snape and Harry's interaction is very tight even after they manage to get out, the cast is still less than ten people. The author mentions that it is not, nor will it ever be, slash. Work-in-progress.
* ''Comments'': The explosive mesh of "screwed-up-teenager" plus "screwed-up-adult" strikes a very weird but audible chord, and Dumbledore is presented as a flawed human rather than an emotionless chessmaster. The interactions between Snape and Harry are excrutiatingly powerful once they realize their similarities, and this is twenty-five chapters of TalkingHeads that you will not resist reading out loud. And that friend you rope into reading with you won't mind, either.
** @/ShayGuy: Excellent characterization indeed, but be warned that it falls into the common fanfic trap of overdoing the Dursleys' abuse. (I mean, really, [[spoiler:Harry considering suicide at age seven]]?)
[=[[reviews:APlaceForWarriors]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5441775/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Dagger_of_Foreboding The Dagger of Foreboding]]'' by Lord Drash
* Recommended by The Omegod
* ''Synopsis'': A supposed AU of the Harry Potter series with the characters searching for the above-mentioned, Dagger of Foreboding.
* ''Comments'': Honestly this is nearly impossible to describe. It is probably one of, if not the most hilarious fanfic ever made for several reasons. First, it's written in an awkward style rife with inconsistencies and contradictions and can be a biting parody of Harry Potter fanfiction as a whole. Oh, and it has the best similes ever.
[=[[reviews:TheDaggerOfForeboding]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2697521/1/The_Brave_New_World The Brave New World]]'', by 'bellerophon30'
* Recommended by Chuckg
* ''Premise:'' After year 5, Harry Potter hits the limit of his frustration and flees to Magical America to continue his schooling. Interweaves SliceOfLife as Harry and a cast of [=OCs=] become friends and come of age at the Great Lakes Magical Institute, and wartime and espionage drama as events in England conspire to draw Harry back into the war against Voldemort.
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/[=OC=]
* ''Comments:'' This fic has one of the best portrayals of Rufus Scrimgeour as a competent, intelligent, politically adept and thoroughly ruthless Minister of Magic I've seen in Harry Potter fic. The cast of [=OCs=] is well-detailed and developed, and Harry's [=OC=] girlfriend avoids the obvious pitfalls. Although Ron Hermione have the hardest time adjusting to Harry's sudden absence, no character gets RonTheDeathEater treatment -- not even Manipulative!Dumbledore, who is built up over the fic into an antagonist figure second only to Voldemort in Harry's view, only to have a shocking twist ending to his saga. At over 865,000 words, the author spends a ''tremendous'' amount of effort detailing his version of Magical America, the events of the war against Voldemort, and the political machinations surrounding Harry Potter, Scrimgeour, Dumbledore, and the Wizengamot. Contains everything from romantic comedy to technothriller espionage drama. Ends on its own personal 'in the far future' epilogue/happy ending. Goes heavily AU in some elements, most notably in the split between Voldemort and Greyback, the lack of horcruxes, the AlternateCharacterInterpretation of Dumbledore, and a significantly more intelligent and dangerous Peter Pettigrew. Highly recommended.
** mvdwege: Tentatively recommended. The Harry vs. the Order of the Phoenix dynamic is interesting, and fairly well written. Unfortunately the fic is marred by some bad writing that can be really jarring at times: expository asides that read more like private notes from the author to themselves, stilted dialogue, awkward paragraph breaks, and a romantic subplot that really does not develop at all, but is just stated to happen in about one chapter's worth of prose.
[=[[reviews:TheBraveNewWorld]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3676590/1/Unequivocally_Unusual Unequivocally Unusual]]'', by Quantum Cat
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Synopsis'': Fate kicks Harry in the teeth in his second year when Ron and Hermione are both petrified by the basilisk. With the rest of the school villifying him worse than ever and nobody left to turn to, Harry begins to break down... until coincidince throws him a bone. A rather ''loony'' bone.
* ''Comments'': Now here's something you don't see every day; a Harry/Luna ''friendship'' fic. No soul bonds, no "twu wuv!", and no use of ObfuscatingStupidity to turn Luna into a PossessionSue. A very engaging take on what it would take for these two to hit it off and what happens when you mix Lovegood-brand insanity into Harry's usual adventures. Highly recommended, but it seems to be dead; it's been on hiatus since April of '09.
[=[[reviews:UnequivocallyUnusual]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5554780/ Poison Pen]]'', by Genkai Fan
* Recommended By @/{{Mandrke}}, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': "Harry has had enough of seeing his reputation shredded in the Daily Prophet and decides to do something about it. Only he decides to embrace his Slytherin side to rectify matters." As quoted from the author's page.
* ''Comments'': It has its ups and downs but the overall story has enough twists and turns to keep you interested. The plot revolves around the wizarding world's reaction to the writings of one "Oliver Twist" during the summer between the 4th and 5th book and goes on from there. It brings up some good points about how stupid the wizarding world can be, especially during wartime. It's also a finished work with the author ruling out sequels or side stories, so what you see is all you'll get.
[=[[reviews:PoisonPen]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2686464/1/To_Fight_The_Coming_Darkness To Fight The Coming Darkness]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by lanky
* ''Synopsis'': Susan Bones was with Amelia Bones when Voldemort came to kill her. Unfortunately for him, Harry was there to stop him. Essentially, the story diverges rapidly after the events of the fifth book, with Harry managing to catch Voldemort off of his guard and injuring him. This enrages Harry's powerful foe into taking him completely seriously, causing [[RealityEnsues reality to ensue]].
* ''Comments'': This story rapidly gets darker and darker as it progresses, with both Harry and Voldemort not pulling their punches. While jbern's work is always leaning towards cynicism on the sliding scale, this work takes AnyoneCanDie to new levels and develops some characters into quite believable monsters. This is a world where Voldemort becomes very DangerouslyGenreSavvy, forcing Harry to ditch being TheMessiah in order to examine [[WhatYouAreInTheDark exactly how far he's willing to go to beat Voldemort]] and to discover the simple truth that GoodIsNotNice. Brilliantly written, as always, and it gets bonus points for lots and lots of CharacterDevelopment, not all of which is good for the characters involved.
** Unseen Voice: Really good story with a believable real-world-approach to the Wizards War. There are no true heroes in this story, just survivors who are ready to do anything it takes to win, leading to an egregious amount of WhatTheHellHero moments. I disliked the BitterSweetEnding with hints of a sequel, but that's just my preference of reading stories with a definite closure. A good read.
[=[[reviews:ToFightTheComingDarkness]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6069847/2/My_Immortal_Refined My Immortal Refined]]'' by Evilkritter of Youtube
* Recommended By @/MacPhisto
* ''Synopsis:'' A brave soul attempts to rewrite ''MyImmortal''... '''[[BeyondTheImpossible with all the grammatical mistakes corrected!!]]'''
* ''Comments:'' This is better than an episode of ''MysteryScienceTheater3000''!
[=[[reviews:MyImmortalRefined]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5378440/1/The_Potions_Masters_Nephew The Potions Master's Nephew]]''
* Recommended By: Kittastrophe
* ''Synopsis'': An accident occurs and Professor Snape finds himself trapped in his fifteen-year-old body. Enrolled into Harry Potter's fifth year, he is forced to hide his true identity. Girls, drama and teenage angst do not bode well with Severus.
* ''Comments'': Probably my favourite "FountainOfYouth" fic. The writing is beautifully done and the plot development is excellent. It eventually contains some Draco/Ginny (well-written, I add). It looked like a deadfic for a while, but when the author eventually finished it, the edited version was put up all at once. Anyway, excellent characterization, and who doesn't want to read youthified!Snape? It's fun!
[=[[reviews:ThePotionsMastersNephew]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/150716/1/The_Serpent_of_Lord_Voldemort The Serpent of Lord Voldemort]]'' by Angie Astravic
* Recommended by @/{{Leradny}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry can turn into a snake. This power saves him when Voldemort turns up at Privet Drive and blows up the (empty) Dursley's house -- instead of killing Harry on sight, Voldemort just thinks he's a real snake who can recognize Harry Potter, and takes him prisoner.
* ''Comments'': Voldemort has some of the oddest yet most in-character [[PetTheDog Pet The Snake]] moments ''EVER.''
** This fic is the fourth in a series of fics: [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/26790/1/An_Unwelcome_Visitor An Unwelcome Visitor]], [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/21522/1/Under_the_Rose_Bush Under the Rose Bush]], [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/59464/1/The_Serpent The Serpent]]
[=[[reviews:TheSerpentOfLordVoldemort]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1260679/1/ Realizations]]'' by Wishweaver.
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis'': A ''HarryPotter'' fic set in the summer after ''Goblet of Fire'' -- Harry comes back from Hogwarts to discover the Dursleys have packed up and moved to Australia without telling him, and he must find a way to survive the summer without unnecessarily alarming anyone.
* ''Comments'': Incomplete, but not a DeadFic despite the long period between chapters -- the latest chapter was posted (after a two-year hiatus) in November, 2010.
[=[[reviews:Realizations]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/pittsburghmuggle/MM01a.html Magical Moments]]'' by Pittsburghmuggle. Sexual imagery and discussion, but '''no actual sex''' by or between the characters. Erotic issues at the very least, though. Set bettween ''Goblet of Fire'' and ''Order of the Phoenix'', which is when it was written.
* ''Pairings:'' None. No romance ahead.
* ''Synopsis:'' Following some information given to him by his brothers, Ron Weasley takes Harry Potter to sneak into a store in Diagon Alley catering to adult wizard clientele. A friend joins them at the last moment, and there is a thrilling escape involved when the owners arrive to open the store for the day.
[=[[reviews:MagicalMoments]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1698919/1/The_Founders_Pendants The Founder's Pendants]]'', by Spiral Digger
* Recommended by Oracle Seven, Fenro
* ''Synopsis'': The spirit of Salazar Slytherin has been released into an unwilling Snape and as the charismatic Founder takes charge of his body, Severus discovers the only way to regain control is through his own Slytherin cunning.
* ''Comments'': A definite AU that diverges rather forcefully from the main plot of the books in the first chapter. Salazar comes across as a MagnificentBastard right from the beginning, and it only gets better as the story continues.
** There are so few well-written Founder Fics out there. It is good to see one that is enjoyable.
[=[[reviews:TheFoundersPendants]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2829366/1/ Dimension Hopping For Beginners]]'', by nonjon
* Recommended by @/KhymChanur
* ''Synopsis'': After defeating Voldemort, Harry travels to other universes and helps them with their Voldemort problems.
* ''Comments'': Several of the universes are serious, but most of them are comedic. Contains bashing of Draco, Snape, and Harry/Draco.
[=[[reviews:DimensionHoppingForBeginners]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1285&chapno=1 Sounds Like a Breakfast Cereal]]'' by Ara Kane
* Recommended by @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': In his fifth year, Harry finally gets to take a vacation. Join Hex Holmstrom as he dodges arrest from the Ministry, gets the girl, beats the bad guy, and turns Hufflepuff House upside down! This story was written prior to the release of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
* ''Comments'': I like this one because it takes the badfic staple of "American witch/wizard comes to Hogwarts," and keeps the core idea (let's follow someone new and different and see all their wacky fun adventures!) but sorts the [=OC=] into Hufflepuff, a house which sorely ''needs'' some wacky fun adventures. It's probably not for everyone, though.
[=[[reviews:SoundsLikeABreakfastCereal]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/after_the_rain/HBMDL01a.html Happy Birthday Mr. Dark Lord]]'' by After the Rain
* Recommended by Valjean, @/ShadowAI
* ''Synopsis'': Lord Voldemort announces that he's going to celebrate his birthday with Sugar Quills, Pin-the-Beak-on-the-Hippogriff, and Death Eaters in hula skirts. Has he finally lost his mind, or is somebody crazy like a fox?
* ''Comments:'' Achieves what all short pieces should strive for -- packing a lot of meaning into a few paragraphs. Starts out sounding like a hilarious, highly random crackfic, twists into what seems to be a great light-hearted humor piece, and finally whiplashes at the end into [[spoiler: one of the most horrifically bleak, dark, gut-wrenching, tragic slaps in the face this troper has ever read.]] The simple, two-word line [[spoiler: ''"They won't."'' hurts like punch in the stomach.]]
[=[[reviews:HappyBirthdayMrDarkLord]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1245134/1/Winters_Debt# Winter's Debt]]'' by La Guera.
* Recommended by Eoppen.
* ''Synopsis'': [[spoiler: Draco Malfoy]] tells the story of the little sister he found he had, and ''why'' she had to be hidden from the world.
* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have no soul.
[=[[reviews:WintersDebt]]=]
''[[http://www.doyourthing.org/glock/gghpfic/marshmallow.html Marshmallows]]'' by Glockgal
* Recommended by Wookiee
* ''Synopsis:'' Summer with the Weasleys. Harry and friends go camping, and bring some muggle marshmallows along. Set in the summer after fourth year, written before Order of the Phoenix came out.
* ''Comments:'' Possibly the most beautiful piece of fanfiction this troper has read in her life, in any fandom. The powerful but understated characterization, the surprising drops of darkness and angst mixed with the strong, homey, familial tone, and the simple, childlike emotions were enough to bring tears to her eyes. The style is brief, but too descriptive to truly be called sparse. The various events are full of unanalyzed meaning that are addressed by the characters' reactions and never explained by an omniscient author, giving it the feeling of poetry and lingering in the reader's mind long after the story is finished.
[=[[reviews:Marshmallows]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2027554/1/In_Blood_Only In Blood Only]]'' by E.M. Snape
* Recommended by Fenro, lanky
* ''Pairing(s)'': none
* ''Synopsis'': Snape is Harry's father. No one is happy to hear it. R due to colorful language, dark themes, and nongraphic violence.
* ''Comments'': This is one of the best Severitus Challenge fics out there. This story is complete. See [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/123967/Severitus Severitus]] for challenge details.
** lanky adds: This is one of those stories that seems too silly to truly enjoy, and then it turns around and surprises you. Though the author pulls no punches and makes sure that we all know people suck, he adds in some truly poignant scenes which help to characterize the growing relationship between Harry and Snape. It's all topped by the fact that there's truly wonderful writing going on with this story, and again, the author pulls no punches: The duo hate one another even after the revelation, and it takes chapters and chapters before they even begin to stand one another, let alone begin to bond in any way.
[=[[reviews:InBloodOnly]]=]
''[[http://www.cosforums.com/cosarchive/showthread.php?t=25614 Fire Burns]]'' by Purple Banana/Parnopius
* Recommended by skysong8, Aerin Alanna
* ''Synopsis'': Set in Marauder time, seventh year, but centered around the Slytherins. Second in the trilogy (Carpe Diem, Fallen Angel). Currently being revised. Revolves around Katherine Riddle (Voldemort's daughter), her friend Remus, and her fellow Slytherins during their seventh year at Hogwarts. Not your traditional OC.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
** Aerin Alanna adds: Snarky, silly, dangerous, enigmatic...it's brilliantly written and extremely believable. There are other fics that go along with it, all of which are on the author's sites at ff.net and Chamber of Secrets.
[=[[reviews:FireBurns]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4400517/1/Ananke Ananke]]'' by Eunike
* Recommended by [=FatRat=], @/TenderLumpling, Fenro
* ''Pairings'': Severus Snape/Lily Evans
* ''Synopsis'': An accident sends the nineteen-year-old Lily Evans eighteen years into the future, and a coincidence leads her to her former best friend, Severus Snape. Lost in a terrible world she no longer recognizes, Lily is torn between doing what she is supposed to do, and doing what she thinks is right. Can Lily change her fate, or must she succumb to what was meant to be? Meanwhile, Severus can't believe his own luck when he realizes that he's given another chance to save Lily, and to finally tell her how he really feels -– but is he brave enough to take that chance?
* ''Comments'': sort of AU but fits very well with canon in the Authors own words "time-travel. Tad confusing. Severus is mostly depressed, Lily has an odd sense of humour. Multichaptered and kind of long. Angst! Angst! Glorious angst!"
** Very well-done, especially Lily's reaction to finding herself seventeen years in the future, and her [[HeroicBSOD complete shock]] at how things have unfolded. Still in-progress, but the next chapters will be worth waiting for.
** This is among the best LE/SS fics out there.
[=[[reviews:Ananke]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6245561/1/The_Lies_that_Bind The Lies That Bind]]''
* Recommended by @/{{Willyolio}}
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place mid-HBP and Harry gets captured and tortured for months. Quite a few twists for such a short fic, but it features a Dark!Harry and a good interpretation of the prophecy (''marked as an equal'' and ''power he knows not''). Also has a satisfying, but unhappy, ending.
[=[[reviews:TheLiesThatBind]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5358187/1/Harsh_Reality Harsh Reality]]'' by Duochan-the-mpregfan
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Marge Dursely has only heard bad things about Harry Potter, she has not had the chance to meet him face to face. The Durselys are going on hoilday and Marge will have to look after a four year old Harry Potter, will she see what lies beneath the lies?
* ''Pairing(s)'': None, it's a Family/Hurt/Comfort fic focusing on a much nicer Aunt Marge and Harry.
* ''Comments'': Still in progress and will make your heart melt. This fic makes Marge a nicer, more caring character than she is in canon. Each chapter is a day Harry spent in her home while the Durselys are on holiday.
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[[folder: PeggySue Fics]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2636963/1/ Nightmares of Future Past]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~starkan Starkan]] (a.k.a. [[http://www.viridiandreams.net/ Viridian]])
* Now has [[FanFic/HarryPotterAndTheNightmaresOfFuturesPast its own trope page]].
* Recommended by @/{{MuchGoodLittleTime}}, @/YoAdrian, Chuckg, Elenor, Psalm of Fire, White Hat, Clendy82, @/RitiTroll, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, [=WarriorDrgnMage=]
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter does a PeggySue -- by sending his memories into the past to his younger self. ''All'' of them.
* ''Comments'': The twists and rapid AdaptationDecay that occur due to his meddling (and the annoying force of Fate apparently working to keep events more-or-less close to canon through the ending of book 6) make for one very gripping read.
** Seconded by @/YoAdrian: Very, ''very'' good fic, compellingly written, and the characters are very true to their canon selves, surprisingly. Ginny, especially, is wonderfully done. It's hard to come up with detailed recommendations regarding this fic's good points, because there's just so many of them.
** Thirded by Chuckg: This is a truly exceptional work, written by an author who understands subtlety and balance. PeggySue Harry is neither a GodModeSue ''nor'' cursed to know that FailureIsTheOnlyOption. So few PeggySue fics can avoid both pitfalls so skilfully.
** Can you fourth-ed something I wonder? Elenor would like to support this fic at any rate.
** Psalm of Fire: I also throw in my full recommendation. This is a compelling piece of work. On top of what the others have said I say his effort into portraying the psychological aftereffects due to what the future Harry has gone through are excellent and authentic throughout the work. But it's also a well achieved balance, as Harry's pseudo form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder does not suck the joy out of reading or bog down the story.
** White Hat: I highly recommend this, the plot is solid, the characterizations are excellent, the writing style flows in such a way that its hard to stop reading. Definitely something I recommend.
** Clendy82: Probably one of the best fanfics I have read so far. If you're familiar with the author's work on ''[[FanficRecs/{{Naruto}} Team 8]]'', then you know what to expect. The only complaint I have is a complaint common to almost every PeggySue fanfic known to man: The main character just acts too damn mature for any intelligent adult not to notice. The author covers it quite well, with other characters attributing it to his rough childhood and Harry's cover story of reading many books on topics he should have no knowledge of, but when Dumbledore buys into it, you know somebody's been issuing the entire supporting cast...I won't say [[IdiotBall Idiot Balls]]. More like Idiot Marbles. Instances like [[spoiler: Harry (age 11) walking into Gringott's, making an appointment with the executor of his estate, and arranging for Vernon Dursley and family to endure financial setbacks TheCountOfMonteCristo would have been proud of, not to mention discussing possible assassination with a straight face]] tend to send up a red flag. The story avoids this pitfall better than most; perhaps better than any, but I don't think it's possible to avoid it completely. Despite this one pet peeve, the story is top-notch, with the new timeline being altered in ways that elicit at least one case of FridgeBrilliance per chapter. My personal favorite being [[spoiler: after Peter Pettigrew's capture before the start of second term. In the original timeline, Ron and Hermione get into arguments over Hermione's cat, Crookshanks, constantly being on the hunt for Ron's rat. However, now that said rat was revealed to be...well...a rat, Ron is in the market for a new pet. Preferably one specifically crossbred for intelligence and the ability to detect malicious intent...]] Brilliant. Highly recommended.
** Eighted (if I counted right) by [=PhoenixFTW=]. Amazing plot, and awesome character development. I could fill a whole page with how brilliant the story is. But I'll use just 2 lines. Seriously, this guy is awesome.
** The only reason Harry is able to get away with his maturity is by being careful in who he displays it to. Peripheral characters like Gringotts Goblins and Dobby, he can tell them pretty much anything. Other characters he has to be careful, poking and prodding them subtly. As for Dumbledore, he is forced to adopt a bitter semi-antagonistic relationship with, solely so that Dumbledore won't be able to investigate without fear of pushing Harry away irrevocably.
** @/RitiTroll: I love this story, but it seems like Viridian's having trouble with coming up with the next chapter. Guess it's because he's changed it so much.
** [=WarriorDrgnMage=]: If you choose one Harry Potter FanFic to read, I recommend this one. In addition to the things that my fellow tropers have said, I would like to add how much good [=NoFP=] Harry has done for Luna and Neville. There are others that Harry has helped but these two are the ones he has helped the most. To balance this out Harry has made somethings much worse. Namely his treatment and actions towards Professor Severus Snape and Draco Malfoy. For further balancing, we have Harry's relationship with Dumbledore and [=McGonagall=]. Harry's relationship with the former is... strained...at best, particularly in Harry's second year. Instead of being close to the Headmaster, Harry's 'staff mentor' seems to be [=McGonagall=]. This idea seems to be based mainly on Harry's conviction that her stern facade is just a front as well as the fond memory of [=McGonagall=] facing Umbridge down in defense of Harry becoming an Auror in [=OotP=].
** Pyrix: While I would recommend this Snape seems a tad out of character in his anger, being almost over the top, such as [[spoiler:threatening to snap Hermione's mudblood wand.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4101650/1/Backward_With_Purpose Backward With Purpose]]'' by Deadwoodpecker
* Recommended by @/ShayGuy, Jack Butler, Lavanya Six, Clendy82, Amdijefri, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry, Ron, and Ginny all go back as the last survivors of the war, but find that things aren't quite as they remember them. It turns out that [[spoiler:there's ''another'' time traveler running around, who by the end of the story has made over half a dozen trips]]. ''Note:'' Moves the SlidingScaleOfIdealismVersusCynicism several notches towards cynicism (though not nearly as far as ''[=NoFP=]'' or ''DAYD''), and is thus much more violent than the original.
* ''Comments'': May be the only ''HarryPotter'' PeggySue that's actually ''better'' than ''Nightmares of Futures Past.'' ''Deathly Hallows''-compliant. Well-planned out, and reads [[OriginalFlavour very much like Rowling's style]], save for the occasional profanity and the willingness to include sexual content and references. And those don't really get in the way of the story at all.
** The sequel is now complete, and a third story has been begun. If this is to be classified as a FanVerse, I vote for calling it the "Alwaysverse," after the ArcWords "always and always."
** Jack Butler: This troper was the primary editor/beta-reader for this story, and I've got to tell you, the hoops the author jumped through to get it all right... you would honestly not believe the differences between first draft and the final product.
** Lavanya Six: All the above said is right on, but let me just add that this fic was the first one to ever make me like the character of Ginny and believe in the Harry/Ginny ship. Also, Deadwoodpecker's ability to plot is ''insane''.
** Clendy82: Very well written and definitely comparable to Nightmare of Future's Past. There are just a couple of things keeping it from being truly great. The premise of the PeggySue is used much too potently. In [=NoFP=], future!Harry merges with his past self, creating an almagram of both their personalities and skills. But here, the future personalities completely take over. Leaving aside the issue of, well, basically killing off their younger selves, it puts a complete roadblock on any further character development on their part. It's incredibly jarring to the suspension fo disbelief to picture an eleven-year-old Harry speaking with forty years of experience, out-knowledge-ing Dumbledore and Snape at their own game, and so forth. In addition, the story falls into a trap common to many PeggySue fics, and that is to have the protagonists become much more pro-active, with the antagonists becoming reactive. Despite the fact that Death Eaters are dropping left and right, the yearly storylines proceed mostly on schedule with little adaptation. I really hate sounding like I'm bashing this story, because I'm not. It's quite well written and there are hints and peeks of a great overarching storyline; it's just that when you see the potential lying there in plain sight, that the aforementioned flaws become that much more apparent. Highly recommended.
** Amdijefri: A brilliant twist on the PeggySue -- I don't know if it's original to this fic, but it was new to me. Completely obvious in retrospect. I should have spotted [[spoiler:the existence of a Merlin]] ''much'' sooner.
** Psalm of Fire: The fic is swiftly paced in many places, making me feel as if I'm just reading the highlight real, and ponderous in other where Harry spends his time stressing over the same issues. It does strike a happy medium semi-regularly though.
*** The writing itself is peppered with over-explanations ("That's rediculus, your driving me crazy," he said, annoyed) and adverbs. Grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spacing, all are very good.
*** The Dialog is good, and almost entirely in-character.
*** Frequent flashbacks to horrible times are hard to read -- like the awful cough medicine your supposed to take because it's ''good'' for you so that you might appreciate the story more. I've been conditioned to cringe every time I see italics.
*** But my mind breaks at the way he treats causality. So let me get this straight, your great plan was to [[spoiler: let the glance=kill basalisk run around the school with all the people you've loved and come back to save? And you think that every person this basalisk encounters is going to be just as lucky as last time and only ever see the filtered/reflected image of the eyes? And you're willing to risk their deaths, their ''deaths'', when there are alternatives? I would call it lazy writing but the author is ''not'' lazy. Harry went along with this decision, nay, only contested it for Ginny's sake as if she were the only one at risk.]] At that point my suspension of disbelief shattered into many little pieces on the floor. It just seems so... heartless, unintentional though it may be.
*** Also, if we're going to compare this to Nightmares of Future Past it is important to mention that [=S'TarKan=] writes on a very emotional level, ladling it up thickly for one scene or another. [=BwaP=] strives to incorporate emotion and does, but the individual moments I've encountered [[up to chapter 9]] have never had as much build/preparation or payoff. Don't level such expectations against this fic, lest you forget to enjoy it.
*** Perhaps the author wasn't creating a bunch of "take that"s at [=NoFP=]. But if you don't like Harry's approach in [=NoFP=], this more inclusion oriented approach may be for you.
*** '''Conclusion:''' I recommend you read it, but also that you keep your expectations reserved. A lot more love and effort went into this than much of what you will find, and for that I must give full props to the author though I remain reserved on the fic. Good work, DWP.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1594791/1/Backwards_Compatible Backwards Compatible]]'' by Ruskbyte
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry comes back from the summer after Sirius' death with a new attitude, a ''lot'' more information, a talent for mixing technology and magic -- and a strange accessory: a mysterious device he calls "Father" which never leaves his side, appears to be sentient... and possesses power beyond anything ever seen by the Wizarding World.
* ''Comments'': Gives the standard ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue implementation an interesting, nasty little twist. Unfortunately, just when things start getting ''really'' interesting, it [[DeadFic stops cold]] -- it hasn't been updated since 2005.
** Seconded by @/{{Dor}}. There are definite influences from the ''{{Terminator}}'' series, including multiple {{shout out}}s, but it's not ''quite'' a {{Crossover}}. If only the author would finish it, instead of [[AttentionDeficitCreatorDisorder starting new stories]].
[=[[reviews:BackwardsCompatible]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4068153/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Wastelands_of_Time Harry Potter and the Wastelands of Time]]'' and its sequel "[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6325846/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Heartlands_of_Time Harry Potter and the Heartlands of Time]]" by joe6991
* Recommended by @/ShadowAI, @/LooneyToons, @/MaybeYesMaybeNo, Fiddlesoup, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': A Time-Travel Fic in which Harry is stuck in a GroundhogDayLoop that spans several decades and in which he has lost all the people he has loved to Voldemort dozens of times over, and is trying once again to stop Voldemort before he ruins the world. Only this time around, things aren't going exactly as he remembers them... Complete, and the sequel is on its second chapter.
* ''Comments'':
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded; but part of what makes this fic interesting is Harry finding himself -- for the first time in longer than he can remember -- unable to predict what is going to happen next, as some unknown force has taken it upon itself to interfere with his endless looping through time.
** @/MaybeYesMaybeNo: Thirded; This is a time travel story taken to the absolute possible maximum. I use an alternate ending personally and I still say it's the best piece of writing I have ever seen.
** @/USABobcat: Fourthed; This is [[CrowningMomentofFunny hilarious]], [[CrowningMomentofAwesome awesome]], and [[NightmareFuel mindracking insane]] all at once. Harry is human, reacts with horror to sights that are sentimental to him, and loves his quotes and songs. His response to a [[spoiler: Ancient Daemon]]?
--->'''Harry''': "I done told you once, you sonofabitch, I'm the best that's ever been!"
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheWastelandsOfTime]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4536005/1/Oh_God_Not_Again Oh God Not Again!]]'' by Sarah1281
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Darkaros}}, [=MKGR=]
* ''Synopsis'': So maybe everything didn't work out perfectly for Harry. Still, most of his friends survived, he'd gotten married, and was about to become a father. If only he'd have stayed away from the Veil, he wouldn't have had to go back and do everything ''again''.
* ''Comments'':
** Also recommended. The story starts off as a satire with a tongue in cheek view of the story, but it quickly drops down to parody as Harry does increasingly... "awesome" things. This doesn't make it less funny, but you can tell that the author's putting less emphasis on storyline at this point. This might have more to do with Year Three's complete lack of plot and Harry bypassing every obstacle he faces with ease, but it's an interesting take.
** Fourthed! A good break from the angsty, detestable super-Harry of most of these, instead introducing a hilarious, wholly ridiculous super-Harry that is much less punchable. The author is well-versed in Peggy Sue fics (she has a bunch of them) and avoids many of the pitfalls (especially those that make the protagonist annoying as hell).
[=[[reviews:OhGodNotAgain]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4655545/1/Reunion Reunion]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis:'' A parody of PeggySue fics, starring Harry, Hermione, Luna, and Susan Bones as the returnees. They're on a mission to take the timeline and tie it into a pretzel. In-progress.
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Hermione/Luna/Susan, Sirius/Professor Sinistra
* ''Comments:'' Comedy in the same vein as 'Make A Wish', which makes sense as it's the same author. Features Harry as a [[strike:crazed gunman]] ''assassin'' and Dobby the Cleaner. A hilarious romp through all the various fanfic cliches, blowing them up hither and yon.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. The Blot's writing is not as primitive in this story -- he's learning as he goes -- so it's a little easier to enjoy. And it still has that strong current of over-the-top-WTF going on. Unlike ''Make A Wish'', though, he's still too early in the story for us to see if there's an overarching direction to the plot, or if it's just chaos for the sake of chaos.
[=[[reviews:Reunion]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3693052/1/Back_Again_Harry Back Again, Harry?]]'' by [=JediButtercup=]
* Recommended by @/EvilMidnightLurker, @/ShayGuy
* ''Synopsis'': A most unusual PeggySue fic, one that refuses the usual powerups and exceptional maturity in favor of sending Harry back ''from his visit to Kings Cross Station'' in ''Deathly Hallows'' to a certain night spent staring into the Mirror of Erised.
* ''Comments'': Extremely well thought out and executed. Unfortunately it hasn't updated in almost a year, having not yet made it to the end of ''Philosopher's Stone''... but the author plans to resume writing sometime around October 2009. Why, look what month it is! ...And J.B. was only a couple of weeks off, it's updated. :)
** @/ShayGuy: Possibly the most in-character PeggySue I've ever seen, certainly the most I've seen in ''HarryPotter'' fic.
[=[[reviews:BackAgainHarry]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3155057/1/Altered_Destinies Altered Destinies]]'' by [=DobbyElfLord=]
* Recommended by White Hat, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry has defeated Voldemort, but it was a costly victory. Aberforth Dumbledore presents a plan to go back and kill the infant Riddle, but Harry will have to stay there 10 years. Can Harry alter the wizarding world's destiny? WWII and Grindelwald.
* ''Comments'': Very good time travel fic. Harry goes back in time to kill an infant Voldemort but faces complications. Lots of interesting things happen along the way. There are a fair amount of minor typos a decent editor would have fixed and it suffers from the Written-Before-''Deathly-Hallows'' Syndrome, so even before Harry's arrival it's an AU. But if you can accept those things, I think you'll really enjoy it. Now completed, with a sequel -- ''Balanced Destinies'' -- in progress.
[=[[reviews:AlteredDestinies]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5453054/1/His_Own_Man His Own Man]]'' by Crunchysunrises
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': At the spectral King's Cross station in ''Deathly Hallows'', Harry makes a different choice; disgusted by Dumbledore's machinations, he sends himself back in time to just before his first year. A fiercely independent Harry with complete foreknowledge of the next seven years then dives head-first into the Wizarding World, seeking to disrupt both Voldemort ''and'' Dumbledore's plans. However, his efforts to reshape the future may just make things worse when his actions cause the events of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban'' to all take place simultaneously during his first year.
* ''Comments'': A different approach to the classic ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue, well-written and cleverly playing with and subverting many of the usual conventions of the subgenre. ''Deathly Hallows''-compliant (at least up until Harry's "death"), which means he understands Snape and Malfoy far better, and which in turn means different relationships with each. Features a very pragmatic (yet oddly sympathetic and even vulnerable) Harry who doesn't feel obligated to preserve even the Golden Trio intact if it means his goals will be reached that much faster. 21 chapters as of the end of 2009 and still going strong; highly recommended.
** @/UncloudedTJ: This story starts off the same as ''Back Again, Harry?'' above, but quickly takes it along a very different path. Harry is very, very mistrusting of Dumbledore and for very good reasons in this fic. The only complaint that is commonly addressed is Harry's openness of his abilities, the author defends this with the claims that wizards aren't logical and no one has thought to directly ask Harry about this... '''yet'''.
** I'm sorry, I really don't want to sound rude but, I would never recommend this, it is horribly OOC, Harry basically says "Screw this." and goes back. He is portrayed as somewhat of a brat and arrogant, Narcissa basically says "I'm your cousin" out of nowhere, and I really would not recommend this to anyone.
[=[[reviews:HisOwnMan]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4905771/1/A_Mother_In_Laws_Love A Mother In Law's Love]]'' by Perspicacity
* Recommended by [=AbelInversion=]
* ''Synopsis'': Distraught over Ginny's death in the final battle, Harry gambles desperately and travels back in time to set things right. Unfortunately, not everything goes as planned. A twist on the classic Soul Bond tale. A cross between PeggySue and crackfic, this farce of a time-travel novella features a hapless Harry, for whom nothing seems to go as planned. Even his Soul Bond, the one fixture in his life, is messed up in the time travel--it latches onto Molly by mistake. [[HilarityEnsues Hilarity Ensues]]. Complete.
* ''Comments'': A story ripe with Tropes, it's yet another approach to the classic ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue. It's perhaps the only time-travel story where Harry chooses to go back to the end of Book 6. The author has penned a clever, hilarious romp with several turns of plot that the reader won't see coming. The author seems addicted to [[InnocentInnuendo Innocent Innuendo]], but it's done as well as you'll find anywhere. Also employs frequent instances of [[DoubleEntendre Double Entendre]], and [[NakedPeopleAreFunny Naked People Are Funny]]. The protagonist's unwavering, unrequited love for Ginny is balanced by the Universe's insistence that this Just Not Be So. Told in first-person POV, it takes a chapter or so to get going. Once it does, the audacity and ridiculousness don't let up. Highly recommended.
** I change my review, the end makes this no longer a tragedy, just funny as hell. Seriously, well written and funny as hell (just reading the Auror Interview is enough to wet yourself)
** Arguably not a tragedy in the classical sense, so much as employing occasional [[RealityEnsues Reality Ensues]]. If humor is "truth with pain," then this comedy doesn't shy from the latter to humanize the characters.
[=[[reviews:AMotherInLawsLove]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5511855/1/Delenda_Est Delenda Est]]'' by Lord Silvere
* Recommended by Darkholm, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Status'': Ongoing
* ''Synopsis'': Harry is a prisoner, and Bellatrix has fallen from grace. The accidental activation of Bella's treasured heirloom results in another chance for Harry. It also gives him the opportunity to make the acquaintance of the young and enigmatic Bellatrix Black. Marauders-Era.
* ''Comments'': An altogether excellent story. I haven't seen a spelling or grammar error yet while reading it. The characterizations and dialogue are both believable and enthralling. Harry does not automatically become Dumbledore's favorite new person and he isn't handed the DADA position. In fact the closest thing he has to allies are the current heads of the Malfoy and Black families. Bellatrix is not wearing [[DracoInLeatherPants leather pants]] and Harry has to restrain himself from attacking/insulting her several times. Harry is also very tight-lipped about [[TimeTravelTenseTrouble the future/his past]] and couldn't give a rat's ass about preserving the time stream.
** @/UncloudedTJ: This has been a story I've been following for a while and it definately has an interesting and mostly unique plot. The best part is that Harry doesn't know what's going to happen as he's not familiar with most of the events. In addition his appearance and a few of his actions have already shook things up enough that what he does know isn't certain either. Definately recommended.
** Darkholm: Did I mention there was no bashing and Harry doesn't follow the Marauders around like a lost puppy? Those parts have me really excited.
[=[[reviews:DelendaEst]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3735743/1/The_Moment_It_Began The Moment It Began]]'' By Sindie
* Recommended by [=FatRat=], jarell88, @/TenderLumpling, Fenro, Ripheus
* ''Pairing(s):'' Snape/Lily
* ''Synopsis:'' The life of Severus Snape fell apart on that one day in his fifth year. During his death in Deathly hallows, Dumbledore offers him the chance to go back in time to to that fateful day and relive it, giving him the chance to redo that fatal mistake that drove Lily away.
* ''Comments:'' A PeggySue fic with a unique twist for two reasons. Firstly, Severus is the one being sent back in time, not Harry. Secondly, this fic focuses not on using his foreknowledge to win the war, but instead to fix the wreck of his life with his future knowledge. Most of it does not come into play at all[[spoiler: until the later parts of the story, at least]], except that he is extremely mistrustful of Dumbledore, with good reason. This is a Snape/Lily centric fic, it has some heartbreakingly sad moments [[spoiler:Eileen Snape's death]] and it explores very well what would have happened had Severus chosen his friendship with Lily over those of the nastier Slytherins, and remained good friends throughout their lives in Hogwarts.
** This story has a sequel now, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5860832/1/The_bMoment_b_It_Ended The Moment it Ended]]''.
** YourMilageMayVary. The author seems to have nothing to do but go on and on, and the story really seems to slog after the first wedding. And then [[spoiler: Tobias Snape kills Voldemort with a handgun.]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome Oh. My.]] ''[[CrowningMomentOfAwesome God.]]''
* Spooner Wilkins: Loved this fic but was seriously stumped by that one pervasive bump [[spoiler: Did noone else eract to the fact that muggle civilians, I don't care how central to the plot, have access to firearms? This all takes place in the late 70's in the UK of all places, not even the british police had guns on patrol then unless I'm mistaken.]]
** What really sells this fic for [[Tropers/TenderLumpling me]] is the massive amount of CharacterDevelopment; not just from Severus and Lily, but from the Marauders as well. [[spoiler: Except for Peter Pettigrew, but [[KilledOffForReal he has an excuse]].]] There are too many Snape-centric fics out there that are too willing to portray the Marauders as [[CompleteMonster irredeemable]] instead of the extremely immature teenagers they actually were, so to come across a Snapefic that treats them as ''human beings'' is a breath of fresh air.
* Great story, but definite [[YourMileageMayVary YMMV]] on the [[spoiler: Tobias Snape killing Voldemort]] thing. Aside from that, quite well-written, though a few of the Lily and Snape scenes feel repetitive, and Lily is slightly too tolerant of Snape's melancholy at times. The best part about it is that the author is one of the few fanfic writers to have a sensible take on literally every character (although Dumbledore is somewhat more manipulative than in canon, he's basically portrayed as a good guy), INCLUDING the Marauders. The plot is exceptionally well-structured, everybody's in character and has motivations that follow logically from there, and the author doesn't whine ''ad nauseum'' about canon events s/he dislikes. For those reasons alone, easily worth reading.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1513042/1/Hold_Me_While_Im_Here Hold Me While I'm Here]]'' by Nitte Iz
* Recommended by Shinji117
* ''Synopsis'': Harry 'Patterson' is an exchange student who arrives in Hogwarts at the start of the Marauder's sixth year in Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to describe.
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[[folder: For Want of a Nail Fics]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3766574/1/Prince_of_the_Dark_Kingdom Prince of the Dark Kingdom]]'' by Mizuni-sama (AU)
* Recommended by Eccitaze, Elenor, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': A "what if?" story where Harry's parents fled with him to Germany. Voldemort winds up winning the war, and establishes a dictatorship, but instead of killing all the "mudbloods," he simply segregates the wizarding world even further from the muggle world.
* ''Comments'': A VERY interesting fic where Voldemort mentors Harry, with an interesting take on what happened to the characters (specifically, the ones who were on the losing side) and an incredible re-imagining of a lot of the characters, the Weasleys especially.
** Elenor could tell you that it has eveything from culture examinations to political intigue, but that makes it sound like something we've all seen before a hundred times. It's not, its really not. As for how you'll end up feeling about everyone, I think this quote sums it up nicely, "Tonks sighed, and ran a hand through her leopard print hair. She missed the days when you could support your allies with the same enthusiasm you could oppose your enemies."
** @/UncloudedTJ: It's a very long story at that, too. Not the longest fanfiction out there but as it's not completed and at this time it's well over 600,000 words; you have a bit of a commitment if you want to read the whole thing. In perspective that's almost as many words as the ''first five canon books combined''. Overall it is a good story and very different plot than most would suspect going into it.
** @/{{Nornagest}}: This is a frustrating read. It's readable, in fact fairly good, but very obviously inadequately edited; a few more revisions with an effective beta would bring it up to "excellent", but they're unfortunately lacking. A few out-of-place animesque elements don't help.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3384712/1/The_Lie_Ive_Lived The Lie I've Lived]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/FooFighter, boonerunner, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Willyolio}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}, @/HirakuJoutei
* ''Synopsis'': Not all of James died that night. Not all of Harry lived. The Triwizard Tournament as it should have been and a hero discovering who he really wants to be.
* ''Comments'': A very interesting take on what really occurred the night Voldemort attacked. The story involves a vastly expanded Triwizard Tournament at its core and a really spiteful Sorting Hat. Good pacing and a realistic environment lead to some events being a bit of a shock. This story is finished however a sequel is in the works.
** boonerunner: Harry James Potter combines Harry's raw power and James's experience, but he makes his share of significant mistakes and he has trouble relating to the other kids his age. Well written.
*** Your mileage may vary HEAVILY on this. It is without a doubt well-written but the author is a flagrant basher, who villainizes a few characters just to make some scenes work. That is laziness my friends. You want to know what characters he bashes? Krum and the ''Weasley Twins'' of all people. Not the usual victims of [[RonTheDeathEater villianization]] but far from acceptable targets.
** Willyolio: Agreed that this is quite well written. heck, for the triwizard events alone, it's fantastic. There's plenty of other interesting developments, too, and a pretty believable Harry/Fleur romance (thanks in part to James Potter's courtship skills...)
[=[[reviews:TheLieIveLived]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5782108/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Methods_of_Rationality Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2269863/Less_Wrong Less Wrong]] (pseudonym of [[http://yudkowsky.net Eliezer Yudkowsky]])
* Has its own [[FanFic/HarryPotterAndTheMethodsOfRationality page]] now.
* Recommended by Darkloid_Blues, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, Ronfar, Baughn, gg, @/{{Dor}}, jaimeastorga2000, White Hat, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/HydroGlobus, @/{{iamdatroper}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': Petunia married a man other than Vernon Dursley...a scientist. The Harry Potter they raise is bright, bookish, rational, and frustrating beyond all belief to the wizarding world. He starts pointing out the logical fallacies from day one, and never really stops. Looks to be a Ravenclaw!Harry story.
* ''Comments'': Honestly, I never stopped laughing reading this story. There's one [=OC=], Petunia's husband, but he's only there for the plot, and his back-and-forths with Harry and everyone else while they talk about magic range from amusing to hysterical. It gets particularly good when Harry actually goes to Diagon Alley for the first time, as that's when the lampshading really starts. Not very far along yet, but updated regularly.
** @/LooneyToons: Strongly seconded. Chapter five is ''hilarious''. Apparently growing up in a supportive family environment allows Harry to develop some of the troublemaker traits he inherited from James Potter.
** (Unnamed troper at 128.2.101.66): This troper is a decision science major, and can attest to the accuracy and the cleverness of this fic. This is ''not'' going to be a story where a character's "genius" consists of making Black Boxes or pulling off Xanatos Roulettes.
*** Baughn: Being written by an actual genius who ''figured out a lot of the theories in the story himself'' will do that.
*** gg: It's a terrific fanfic, and funny as hell too, but calling Eliezer 'an actual genius' is a bit of exageration though, even taking into account his work on FAI.
*** He did ''not'' figure out the theories in the story himself, seeing as said theories are being taught in the aforementioned decision science major's classes. He'd probably get a better grade than the troper though...
**** I wasn't trying to suggest he figured out all of them. Actually, it might be none of them; I know he's expanded on the field (timeless decision theory, anyone?), but everything in the story seems to be relatively simple.
**** The Timeless Decision Theory seems to be barely existent outside of the places the author publishes, so it may be a little hasty to call him on it.
*** Chapter 10 is perhaps the most epic example of the Hat Sorting scene ever.
** White Hat: Throwing in my recommendation. At first, I thought the story moderately amusing and an interesting idea at first, but the story has begun to deviate more from canon and the deviations are extremely impressive.
** Ayries: Throwing a very enthusiastic rec in, but with the warning that it's maybe not for everyone. I'd also like to point out that in chapter seven, there is a seriously wtf inducing random discussion of rape that seems to have mostly been used as some kind of ill-advised shock value. It's definately not your average fic, or even your average ''story''. But it ''is'' very clever, funny and well written.
*** AS: For that matter, rape is implied at the very least in canon. Deatheaters certainly torture, murder, and rape, even if it's done off screen. Those actions don't come out of the blue. They're based in the kind of thinking and worldview that MOR simply takes the time to spell out directly. The discussion of rape is perfectly fair game and fits in with the theme he's developing throughout -- that the wizarding world (and, to some degree, his own interpretation of it) has some very disturbing ethical aspects in it's structure. Azkaban and the dementors are also discussed, and rightly so, as an abomination. The government itself literally (even if by proxy) tortures it's prisoners into insanity in JKR's created world? WTF! That isn't a massive human rights violation? He makes a valid point that JKR did not carefully think about the implications of everything she wrote. And even in JKR's books, as Harry grows up, the naive wonder he felt in book one is tempered over time by the discoveries he makes that the wizarding world has at least as many problems as the muggle one he left -- and probably significantly more trouble, corruption, and injustice, even perpetrated by the 'good' guys.
*** You have mentioned the rape issue, that´s a problem but there are others, in particular Ron and Dumbledore bashing. Now I am not a particular fan of these two, but it´s becoming to be really annoying and happens too often(especially Dumbledore).
**** It doesn't really bash them so much. Harry definitely dismisses Ron at first, but this proves to be a mistake on his part as he's [[spoiler:one of the many high ranking members of Sunshine who lead Hermione to victory in the first battle, redeeming himself completely]]. Meanwhile, Dumbles isn't bashed in the slightest; rather, he's in a conflict with Harry and Quirrel over how the world is or should be. His ideology is based in the wonder of magic, as it is in canon, as well as in the realities of politics. Quirrel is based solely in reality, both in terms of politics and in terms of life itself. Meanwhile, while Harry sees some of the realities of life, he's both idealistic in politics (although as of the most recent chapter he seems to have lost some of that) and about people, even after [[spoiler:seeing Azkaban and knowing that the will of the people caused that, because he still knows that there are people like Hermione in the world who would tear it down in an instant and replace it with a bunny sanctuary.]] The point being, no characters are truly bashed. They're simply given slightly different characters (Draco and Quirrel) or AlternateCharacterInterpretation (Dumbledore and [=McGonagall=]). If anything, the only character bashed is Snape, and that's just because of the confirmation of what we ''all'' suspected from the moment we found out he actually could read minds, that he was using Legilimency on the students.
** lanky: Another enthusiastic recommendation. This Harry basically out-Hermione-ies Hermione. He's logical and actually has some knowledge to back it up. This story is worth the price of admission based on the [=McGonagall=]-Harry interplay alone.
** Jason Carter: Mine as well. It's a stimulating read, and, if you are like myself, you cannot help but look up everything that gets referenced. It's also quite interesting watching what genius!Harry does in the story. Five stars.
** @/LordGacek: To second @/ShadowAI (who zapped his comment for some reason), the premise is interesting, and the {{Thirty Xanatos Pileup}}s are magnificent. And the author does know how to write, too. But... yeah, the almost-neverending strings of AuthorFilibuster make it, in the long run, unreadable for me (comparisons to ''AtlasShrugged'' have been done). Anyway, if you aren't scared off by that, it deserves a try.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheMethodsOfRationality]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2919503/1/Lunas_Hubby Luna's Hubby]]'' by Meteoricshipyards
* Recommended by @/FuzzyBoots
* ''Synopsis'': 7-year-old Luna Lovegood sees how happy her parents are in their marriage and decides that she wants the same. Having heard from Ginny Weasley that Harry Potter is a good catch, she borrows their family broom and kidnaps him, refusing to tell her parents where she found him. After realizing the abusive environment Harry came from, Selene and Xenophilus adopt Harry into their home, figuring that they can dissuade Luna from the marriage plot later.
* ''Comments'': A very sweet and crazy fic. It's unabashed Harry/Luna shipping and it works spectacularly. The story ends at a slightly changed Triwizard Tournament where [[spoiler:Harry's animagus form, a rhinoceros, accidentally tramples Voldemort and Wormtail during a massive Auror raid on the graveyard.]]
** This story began as one of The Blot's Odd Ideas (see below for details) but grew from there. Considerably LighterAndSofter than its source material, but in a good way.
[=[[reviews:LunasHubby]]=]
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5924173/1/Goodbye_My_Brother Goodbye, My Brother]] by Hermione-Anti.Twilight
* Recommended by mermaidgirl45
* ''Synopsis:'' After the final battle of Hogwarts, Harry dies. Ron is haunted by his death, until Harry appears as a ghost to comfort him.
* ''Comments:'' This is only two chapters, but is very sweet and moving. There are some discrepancies, but it's good writing, and it really captures the grief and pain of the battle, the personality of the characters, especially Ron, and is interesting to read.
[=[[reviews:GoodbyeMyBrother]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5543005/1/Yes_I_am_Harrys_Brother Yes, I Am Harry's Brother]]'', by 1411eastwest
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* '''Warning -- dead link. The author has recently deleted all of their online work.''' There appear to be no other archives or postings of it elsewhere on the net.
* ''Synopsis'': A few years after the events of Halloween 1981, the wraith of Voldemort finds 4 Privet Drive and Harry Potter -- and is accidentally incarnated into a near-clone of Harry's 6-year-old body when the soul fragment in the child's scar rejoins with the Dark Lord's spirit. Using every bit of his cunning and experience, the re-youthened Voldemort then escapes and begins a long process that results in him returning to Privet Drive at age eight in the guise of Harry's half-brother, the result of an affair James Potter had with an American woman -- with the goal of studying Harry to learn what the prophecied "Power he knows not" might be. Along the way, Voldemort kills many, many people -- and gives Harry a much happier life. Then comes Hogwarts...
* ''Comments:'' Intriguing fic with some interesting ideas that defy fanon and fan convention without violating canon, and well-written as well, told entirely from Voldemort's point of view. Voldemort is a CompleteMonster, of course, except we learn that there's far more to him than just the homicidal maniac that the canon Harry sees once a year, and maybe -- just maybe -- he's BecomingTheMask from playing Harry's half-brother even as the death toll among canon characters at his hands keeps escalating. The author is very subtle about it though -- "Vito Potter" sometimes feels like he's just a few weeks from a HeelFaceTurn, and then he'll turn around and a professor will be dead for getting too close to his secret; the reader is never sure which part of his personality is the "real" one. He seems strangely protective of Harry and even some of their friends, while at the same time plotting their eventual destruction when he comes back into power. Complete, and definitely worth a look if you want something different among your ''Harry Potter'' fanfics.
** A Strong second. Although not too long it is a well made story and works very well. With a few minor grammar and spelling errors aside it definitely gives the tale of why the Wizarding World feared Voldemort in the first place.
** YMMV strongly. The story has its ups and downs, especially towards the start, but steadily declines as it unfolds. It's an interesting read, especially if you don't mind rampant character bashing, but it doesn't really stand out from all the other OC/Super!Harry (even if it's not actually Harry in this case) by the end.
** @/LooneyToons: I will agree, the ending is somewhat anticlimactic.
** I liked the ending. It was a bit anticlimactic...until I read it again, tied together the bits about the Stone, and realized [[spoiler:that Voldemort had won completely and utterly]].
[=[[reviews:YesIAmHarrysBrother]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3446796/1/Magical_Relations Magical Relations]]'' by evansentranced (AU)
* Recommended by Anthiens, Lavanya Six, @/TyrannoStorm
* ''Synopsis'': Harry didn't just get a letter -- Dudley does, too. Quite a bit of unexpected character developments, including a Hermione/Dudley friendship, Draco still being his bratty self yet being portrayed as human and Harry being in Slytherin. Extremely well done and up to fourth year.
* ''Comments:'' Anthiens: This story focuses largely on the relationships and the changes both Harry and Dudley go through. A number of people get ''very'' different interpretations... including Vernon. I don't read HP fanfic often, but this is tops.
** @/ShayGuy: I kinda liked this one's character interactions and ideas, but thought it fell short in the realm of actual ''conflict''. The bit when [[spoiler:they realize that the basilisk is still on the loose, but without a master]] is about as good as it gets, and that didn't even last very long.
** @/TyrannoStorm: Dudley's joining Hogwarts affects very little. The story is from Harry's point of view, and the main difference is Harry joining Slytherin [[spoiler:and befriending most everyone in it.]] As @/ShayGuy says, this story has little conflict, but YourMileageMayVary on whether you consider that a good thing. Personally, I found the lack of suspense a welcome change.
[=[[reviews:MagicalRelations]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2156084/1/Another_Prisoner_Another_Professor Another Prisoner, Another Professor]]'' by Marauder the Slash Nymph (incomplete, eventual Sirius/Remus, [[http://community.livejournal.com/mtsn_hp_au/profile LJ link]], [[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/marauder/APAP01.html FA link]])
* Recommended by sauronlulz
* ''Synopsis'': In Harry's third year he must learn the many truths about the new DADA teacher, Professor Black, and an escaped convict, Remus Lupin.
* ''Comments'': The first few chapters come off as "the third book with Sirius' and Remus' names switched", but the fic gradually takes on a life of its own as more small details diverge from canon and the author makes up her own subplots. All the canon characters are IC (but Ron gets added snark!), the invented dynamics between characters who didn't meet in canon (e.g. Sirius and Draco) are done brilliantly, and OC Brutus Swift is hilarious. Remus has not yet come onstage, but the hints of Sirius/Remus are handled well. Best of all, Harry and Sirius' relationship gets the time and growth it didn't get in the books, making it Better Than Canon. Updated very slowly, but luckily not a deadfic.
[=[[reviews:AnotherPrisonerAnotherProfessor]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1248&chapno=1 Promises Unbroken]]'' by Robin. Also included: its sequels ''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1708&chapno=1 Promises Remembered]]'' and ''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2438&chapno=1 Promises Defended]]''.
* Recommended by Wookiee
* ''Synopsis'': A look at Harry's first year at Hogwarts and the political climate outside the school in an AU where Sirius was the Potters' secret-keeper. [[spoiler: Apparently]] dying rather than betray his friends, Lily and James are alive, Harry has parents, Voldemort is still at large, and the first war is still raging outside the castle walls.
* The brilliance of this story lies in the combination of making some things exactly the same as the books while radically changing other aspects. This is not a bland dark apocafic, but a very well-thought-out and detailed extrapolation of what could have been. What this author has done with the characters of James and Lily, Remus, and Peter is remarkably believable and logical, and the way a Harry who never went to the Dursleys views a much more divided wizarding world is a blend of both new twists and familiarity. The portrayal of the Marauders' friendship, including flashbacks, is beautifully rendered and heartfelt, and is the best aspect of the story. While non-orphan!Harry's personality may be a little too bland for this troper's liking, the characterizations of the rest of the characters makes up for it.
[=[[reviews:PromisesUnbroken]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6075384/1/Freaks_Arent_Allowed Freaks Aren't Allowed]]'' by lastcrazyhorn
* Recommended by orpheus-izanagi
* ''Synopsis'': After nearly freezing to death outside his relatives' home, little Harry is rescued by first a spirit and then a snarky git! The adventure isn't over yet though, as Snape soon realizes that his charge's problems aren't limited to just frostbite.
* ''Comments:'' This story is excellent for fluff: between the interactions of child!Harry and Snape, this manages to get just the right amount of fluff. It's tempered with a separate Dumbledore subplot, so if there's too much fluff for you, you can always look at that.
[=[[reviews:FreaksArentAllowed]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4745329/1/On_the_Way_to_Greatness On the Way to Greatness]],'' by mira mirth
* Recommended by Fiddlesoup, @/UncloudedTJ, [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]], @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': As per the Hat's decision, Harry gets Sorted into Slytherin upon his arrival in Hogwarts -- and suddenly, the future isn't what it used to be. Spoilers for all books.
* ''Comments'': Really amazed that this hasn't been put up here before, seeing as to how it's been around since the end of 08. A unique look at "Slytherin" Harry, where he isn't best friends with Snape or Draco. The characterizations are very good, and the plot really moves into its own. There are thirteen chapters to go as of the recent update. The story moves at a fast pace considering that each book is given a number of chapters equal to the book number. I can honestly say that this story is my current favorite piece of fanfiction -- including all of jbern's, nonjon's and others' works. A bit gory at parts, and has frequent cussing if that bothers anyone.
** @/UncloudedTJ: It's definitely a different spin on the Slytherin!Harry setting. Harry continues down his depressed state from the Dursley's and is overall much more pessimistic than his canon counterpart. Overall though it does portray Slytherin very realistically and at the end of the fifth year it certainly leaves events wide open for the future with Harry making different allies and vastly different choices as the story progresses.
** [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]]: I have some nitpicks with this one, in regards to grammar and characterization and theme. I'm not sure that I buy all the character reactions mira mirth puts forward--something rings particularly false about Ron's, and Harry occasionally seems smarter than a teenager has any right to be--and I haven't decided whether elements such as the [[spoiler:retconned explanations for why [=GoF's=] plot was so complex]] are amusing, annoying, or necessary. On the whole, I'm hoping that Harry's something of an unreliable narrator. On the other hand, it's certainly the best Slytherin!Harry fic I've yet read, and definitely a good read for anyone who loves ridiculously convoluted political plots. Plus, sarcastic Harry is my favorite flavor of Harry, and this fic has plenty of that.
[=[[reviews:OnTheWayToGreatness]]=]
''[[http://www.the-archive.net/viewstory.php?sid=1740 Faithful Only He]]'' by Nimori
* Recommended by Valjean
* ''Synopsis'' "And if Sirius had been their keeper..."
* ''Comments'': A heartbreaking and devastatingly raw, real look at what could have been if Sirius had been the Potters' secret-keeper. The title might give a hint. This AU is beautifully written and the way it follows the simple, logical consequences of the life-changing choice is brutal but feels exactly ''right''.
[=[[reviews:FaithfulOnlyHe]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3557725/1/Forging_the_Sword Forging The Sword]]'' by Myst Shadow
* Recommended by @/ShadowAI, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'' What does it take, to reshape a child? And if reshaped, what then is formed? Down in the Chamber, a choice is made. (Harry's Gryffindor traits were always so much scarier than other peoples'.)
[=[[reviews:ForgingTheSword]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2595818/1/ Rectifier]]'' by Niger Aquila
* Recommended by foxintime, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'' What if during the first Chamber incident, Professor Dumbledore had caught Tom Riddle red handed? Actually, life would have been amazing for both Tom and Albus (friendship). Until, that is, when one night Professor Tom M. Riddle decided to check out if Alternate Universes do exist. Takes place around Half-Blood Prince in the canon universe. WIP.
* ''Comments'': I like how author chose not to bleach Voldemort, but give him a reason not to go down canon path of another Dark Lord. He is a bad boy here, both of them are. Friendship with Dumbledore is made of win.
** @/UncloudedTJ: It definately gives a good reasoning for Voldemort not being an outright evil person in the other world and doesn't make him easily redeemed. Ultimately, though, the series focuses on the clash of personalities between Tom and the canon Voldemort and how Tom strugles to decide if he should help or leave the situation alone.
[=[[reviews:Rectifier]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4152930/1/Dagger_and_Rose Dagger and Rose]]'', by Perspicacity
* Recommended by @/HirakuJoutei
* ''Synopsis'': What if Dumbledore took Harry as his apprentice, after hearing the second prophesy? When Harry takes him up on the offer, he is cast into a world far darker and much more dangerous than he could imagine. With all of the lies and betrayal, can Harry see through to the light to find his one true love? Or will it suck him up, turning him into the very thing he has fought so hard against?
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Fleur
* ''Comments'': Set in the Fourth Year (Goblet of Fire). One of the best fics I have read (and I've read hundreds), dark and suspenseful, with a hint of hope. Masterfully written by an author with professional experience, this story manages to avoid the pitfalls of many other For Want of a nail fics. I can also guarantee that the ending will have you pulling out you hair. This story is complete.
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[[folder: Humor/Crack Fics]]
''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Dear_Tom/Dear_Tom.php Dear Tom]]'' by Bobmin
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In the summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', the Order's interception of Harry's mail reveals he is corresponding with Voldemort, and that Harry is starting to see things his way.
* ''Comments:'' Amusing short with a twist at the end. The Order's growing panic -- and efforts at damage control -- are especially fun.
[=[[reviews:DearTom]]=]
''[[http://www.nodignity.com/freaks/nqm/nqm1.html The Naked Quidditch Match]]'' by Evilgoddss. Also available on [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3689325/1/The_Original_Naked_Quidditch_Match Fanfiction.net]].
* Recommended by @/{{Seanette}}, Scifantasy, @/{{Jefepato}}, Chuckg, @/{{Dor}}, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': This is made up of "m-mails" exchanged among characters. Fred and George managed to put their teammates in a ''very'' embarrassing situation, and their responses are, to put it mildly, interesting.
* ''Comments'': This is utterly hilarious. OriginalFlavor, with a twist. There used to be a "news story" wrapping it up, but I can't find it online anywhere. Would anyone else know where Chapter 10 can be found?
* Seconded by {{Scifantasy}}: [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3689325/10/The_Original_Naked_Quidditch_Match Here]] is chapter 10. No sign of the photoshopped-blue Fred and George, though.
** Thirded by @/AckSed. Funniest fanfic ''ever''. If the mentions of the bets on the Golden Snitches don't make you laugh, Harry's taunting of "Moldymort" or the glamour calendar will. Aaand it's in-character, too, except when it's funnier.
*** Fourthed by @/{{Jefepato}}. I read the concept and thought this was going to be stupid and oh god I can't stop laughing.
**** Fifthed by [=PhoenixFTW=] ... I can't stop laughing. It's amazing... 13 cm...
* @/{{Roo}}: Sorry, but I just can't see that this is as hilarious as everyone says. I actually find it a very strong contender for Most Overrated Fic, maybe because of the huge OOC behavior of so many characters, especially Harry and Voldemort. I don't mind a bit of twisting/exaggeration of characters for comic effect, but Smug!Harry always rubs me the wrong way.
[=[[reviews:TheNakedQuidditchMatch]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5640811/1/Hagrid_and_the_Skoolgurlz Hagrid and the Skoolgurlz]]'' by Kaku no Mono
* Recommended by Aether Teen
* ''Synopsis'': [[BoisterousBruiser Hagrid]], [[ButtMonkey Ron]], [[EnsembleDarkhorse Ara]][[ImAHumanitarian gog]], [[TheSmartGuy Herm]][[GagBoobs ione]], [[CrazyAwesome Dumble]][[AllGaysArePedophiles dore]], [[RacistGrandma McGonagall]], and [[CloudCuckoolander Luna]][[YaoiFangirl (plus Luna's Yaoi slaves)]] form a heavy metal band. The group destroys NAMBLA, Atlantis, Ireland, France, and many other civilizations as they travel around the world in their [[MagicSchoolBus Magic Tour Bus]]. Voldemort then forms a rival band with a group of [[ParodySue Parody Sues]] to fight our heroes! [[MyFriendsAndZoidberg Also, Harry fights zombies]].
* ''Comments'': A parody/[[SongFic song fic]], with [[NoFourthWall full knowledge that it is a fan fiction]]. All of the characters know they are Alternate Universe counterparts of the original characters. Memorable quotes include Aragog's [[EatsBabies "Sure! I'll do it! For the Bite-Sized children!"]] Also, Dumbledore has [[DidWeJustHaveTeaWithCthulhu sex with Cthulhu]]. This appears to be MadeOfWin.
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''[[http://www.eskimo.com/~vecna/truthiness.html Harry Potter and the Eagle of Truthiness]]'', by Christine Morgan (CrackFic)
* Recommended by Ronfar, @/UncloudedTJ, Medicus
* ''Synopsis'': StephenColbert becomes the new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': It's not particularly long and doesn't have any real plot, but it's good for a few laughs.
** A few laughs? This is possibly the greatest fanfic this troper has ever read. It's too bad it never received the green-light for a series. - Medicus
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3142958/1/Tom_Riddle_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire Tom Riddle and the Goblet of Fire]]'' by Drakensis
* Recommended by: @/LooneyToons, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In Harry Potter's seventh year, Minerva [=McGonagall=] stumbles across a strange ceremony employing the Goblet of Fire. Why is Harry overseeing it, and what do two students from Beauxbatons and Durmstrang have to do with it all?
* ''Comments:'' One of the occasionally infuriating things about the ''Harry Potter'' books is that there are ''so'' many canon loopholes through which a sufficiently clever witch or wizard might have managed to defeat Voldemort long before he returned as a credible threat. This clever and amusing short lays out one such way, supported completely by canon, that Voldemort might have easily been neutralized.
** Seconded by @/{{Bulbaquil}} -- such a ''simple'' thing, too.
** @/ShayGuy: Amusing, if trivially easy to think of reasons for it ''not'' working. Like, say, Voldemort no longer being a student.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5371934/1/All_The_Dementors_of_Azkaban All the Dementors of Azkaban]]'' by Lifewriter
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': Luna Lovegood gets a one-way ticket to Azkaban for her role in opening the Chamber of Secrets. When Fudge refuses to release her, Harry takes matters into his own hands... by moving into the cell next door. [[CrackFic Crack ensues]].
* ''Comments'': Probably the only Azkaban fic this troper will ever recommend, because its very existence makes a mockery of all "Harry gets sent to Azkaban" fics everywhere. Highlights include Harry taking history lessons from the inmates, Luna getting her hands on the Elder Wand, and Saturday night poker tournaments with the Dementors.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3695087/1/Larceny_Lechery_and_Luna_Lovegood Larceny, Lechery, and Luna Lovegood!]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by [=VortexRyder=], @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': Harry and Hermione are Married Cat burglar Couple! Ron Weasley becomes the Dark Lord Ron Jeremy! His Dark Mark is a Hedgehog that can't be buggered at all! He uses Dragons to rape ten Death Eaters.
* ''Comments'': Like most other works by the Blot, this is a cracktastic cascade of craziness, growing inexorably from a few reasonable-sounding deviations from canon that send you off into unexplored comedic territory before you realize what you've done in accepting them. Full of fun little bits, such as Harry and Hermione setting themselves up as their own mortal enemies.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3358098/1/ The Various Supah Powahs of One Severus Snape]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/199514/ lunakatrina]]
* Recommended by @/{{tenderlumpling}}
* ''Synopsis:'' Severus Snape falls into a vat of chemicals... And survives. But he has one problem: His new, nuclear nose smells ''everything'', driving him to compulsively clean Hogwarts and every other dwelling he enters. While cleaning the Riddle house, he discovers a very unpleasant surprise about himself. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Comments'': Severus Snape, Master and Commander... of Squirrels. That is all.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3401052/1/ A Black Comedy]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/649528/ nonjon]]
* Recommended by Fellownerd, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis:'' The summery summs is up nicly "Two years after defeating Voldemort, Harry falls into an alternate dimension with his godfather. Together, they embark on a new life filled with drunken debauchery, thievery, and generally antagonizing all their old family, friends, and enemies."
* '' Comments'': Anything by nonjon is pure crack genius
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5777316/1/Hedwig_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire Hedwig and the Goblet of Fire]]'' by Meteoricshipyards
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry uses Hedwig to test the restrictions on the Goblet of Fire. Obviously, they're not good enough to stop the smartest owl in Britain!
* ''Comments'': A one-shot that is pure crack from start to finish. It begins with Harry testing various methods of entering people into the tournament and results in Hedwig being chosen. From there it turns Hedwig into a SpannerInTheWorks for the whole book's plot.
** The Blood Sharpie: Sure, it's crack, and yes, it's an rather intriguing premise, but the fic itself reads more like a story outline than an actual story. What took a whole book in canon is glossed over in about five minutes here. Good for a laugh, but don't read this looking for something engaging.
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''[[http://www.cosforums.com/showthread.php?p=1324350#post1324350 Voldemort and His Complicated Plans]]'' by Dink
* Recommended by @/SevenOfDiamonds
* ''Synopsis'': Deleted scenes from ''Goblet of Fire'' detailing why Voldemort went with such a convoluted plan when there were simpler options available.
* ''Comments'': The author takes the canon image of Voldemort as a scaly baby with a high pitched voice to its full comedic potential. Also, one of the more likable portrayals of Peter Pettigrew.
** This story is a chapter in a larger series, titled ''The Harry Potter Code'', which can be found [[http://fanfiction.mugglenet.com/viewstory.php?sid=2221 here]]. The chapters have different names here than on the forum, for example ''Voldemort and His Complicated Plans'' is titled ''Questions Questions Questions Spoons''.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1727573/1/Harry_Potter_is_on_FIRE Harry Potter is on FIRE!]]'' by Darkboy 77.
* Recommended by Raxis.
* ''Synopsis'': A parody story that goes far beyond crazy, stretching it to a breaking point and bringing it full circle.
* ''Comments'': Words can't describe how hilarious this story is, but this troper will try anyway. This story following the insane later years for Harry Potter, bringing all sorts of wackiness along the way. Female!Snape, Tiara!Voldemort, The House Point Hourglasses come alive in the sequal, Dumbledore likes to be Game Boy Advances! And that's just the start.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2254006/1/Made_With_Our_Love Made With Our Love]]'', by Marauder The Slash Nymph
* Recommended by sauronlulz, @/{{Darkaros}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry knows what he has to do: tell Draco that he's pregnant with their child.
* ''Commentary'': Short but hilarious sendup of mpreg fic.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/504130/1/ Harry Potter & the Amorae Potion]]'', by Jiffer
* Recommended by @/KhymChanur
* NOTE: [[DeadFic Abandoned story]].
* ''Synopsis'': Harry accidentally drinks an inverted love potion: rather than making him fall in love with the first girl he sees, it makes any girl who sees Harry fall in love with ''him''. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Commentary'': The story is basically just Harry fleeing from his rapidly expanding UnwantedHarem, so YourMileageMayVary. Graduates from mere silly comedy to crackfic when [[spoiler:Moaning Myrtle tries to use Muggle firearms to kill Harry]].
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4081016/1/The_Poker_Game The Poker Game]]'' by Enterprise1701-d and Joshua The Evil Guy
* Recommended by @/JonathanSCE, @/{{Darkaros}}
* ''Pairing'': Harry Potter / Luna Lovegood, Susan Bones, Tracey Davies, Pansy Parkinson, [[spoiler: Ginny Weasley, Cho Chang, Daphne Greengrass, Gabrielle Delacour, Nymphadora Tonks, Moaning Myrtle, Katie Bell, Parvati Patil, Padma Patil, Hannah Abbott ''and'' Hermione Granger]]
* ''Synopsis'': A Harem/Contract fic. Taking place during Harry’s sixth year with almost none of the plot of the book, Harry wins ''four'' indentured servants in a poker game due to some of the players betting themselves. One of whom was not even there because of Draco betting Pansy due to a Life Debt. Very clean, some innuendo and language.
* ''Comments'': And it does not stop there, because after the poker game Harry gets more girls due to: two more Life Debts (which result in a slave contact), not paying attention to what they are signing, purposely cutting their ties to their family, claim to the Black inheritance, bringing a ghost back to life, a curse item, ''and'' [[spoiler: to become the Leader of all Magic]]. The girls don’t mind being attached to Harry thought. He also learns Egyptian, Sumerian and Indian Magic, turns the Chamber of Secrets into living quarters with a "holosuite", and creates a Magical AI (MI). Very well done story, taking in the feelings of each of the characters into account.
** @/{{Darkaros}}: Warning, judging from reviews on FF.Net, [[DidNotDoTheResearch people who have played poker before or care about details will want to skip the actual poker section.]] Very well written, but anyone who cannot tolerate wish fullfillment will want to avoid like a plague.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/622731/1/Harry_Potter_and_Some_Sorcerers_Rock Harry Potter and Some Sorcerers Rock]]'' by Silvver Phoenix (previously Silver Phoenix25)
* Recommended by Rozzy
* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot parody of ''Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone. In the words of the author: "I'm insane, as is my writing. You have been warned."
* ''Comments'': This fic is okay on it's own, but the sequels (Harry Potter and the Chamberpot of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of a Cabana and Harry Potter and the Omelette of Desire) are some of the funniest and craziest fanfics I've ever read--and I first read them a long time ago. The sequels were taken off fanfiction.net due to gratuitous (and hilarious) celebrity cameos, but can be found in all their glory at [[http://www.silverphoenix.5u.com/ Silvver Phoenix's website]]. Highlights include Gangster!Twins Lil' Fred and Big G, Harry temporarily joining the Spice Girls and John Stamos being trapped under an overturned laundry basket. BetterThanItSounds.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/887404/1/Pledges Pledges]]'' by Amireal.
* Recommended by lastcrazyhorn
* ''Pairings'': Snape/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': Screwed up spells, attacks on hogwarts, Potions Masters who dearly wish he had actual control over his life. Complete Fic.
* ''Comments'': This fic is crazy fun. Harry accidentally pledges himself to Severus with an old engagement spell that results in many hilarious encounters where they are almost literally unable to keep their hands off one another. On one hand, they really can't stand each other (at least at first), but because of the spell, they can't stay away from one another without going crazy. An example of AliensMadeThemDoIt.
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''[[http://community.livejournal.com/hp_nextgen_fest/34663.html The Incredible and Angsty Journey of Rose Weasley, Girl Slasher!]]'' by nextgen_mod
* Recommended by @/{{jakelikescheddar}}
* ''Synopsis'': Rose Weasley discovers the Internet, and immediately commences {{Shipping}}. The tale of one YaoiFangirl's attempts to break through the Wizarding World's homophobia and get the rest of her compatriots to recognise how happy they'd be if they accepted the One True Pairings.
* Comments: A stunningly precise skewer is delivered to all aspects of SlashFic in the HP fandom, featuring plenty of CringeComedy and deadpan delivery.
[=[[reviews:TheIncredibleAndAngstyJourneyOfRoseWeasleyGirlSlasher]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2565609/1/Odd_Ideas Odd Ideas]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by: Oracle Seven
* Synopsis: Odd little one shots that may or may not be turned into their own stories.
* Comments: This is clearly the source from which all of author's best work springs forth. Every chapter features something new and even more hilarious than the previous chapters - aside from the odd serious idea or a revision of a previous idea. While it's generally written in a very rough style, that doesn't detract from the entertainment value at all. As of this writing, it's ''[[BeyondTheImpossible one hundred and twelve]]'' chapters long - and still growing!
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6417704/1/A_Little_Light_Reading A Little Light Reading]]'' By Dullastacks
* Recommended by Shimmer712
* ''Synopsis'': Snape reads the first Harry Potter and sets about fixing things.
* ''Comments'': I love the remarks Snape makes while reading.
** The Blood Sharpie: A very good story, and one that lends itself to credibility by way of a plot in the "outside" world as well as the bolded text that Snape is reading. While it's not that hard to skip everything but Snape making snarky comments at the book, the "outside" plot gets its [[CerebusSyndrome Cerebus moment]] with the "inside" world sentence "Harry was used to spiders, because the cupboard under the stairs was full of them, and that was where he slept."
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[[folder: So Bad It's Good Fics]]
''[[strike:FanFic/MyImmortal]]'' by Tara Gilesbie.
* Recommended by: People with brain problems and "goffs".
* Comments: [[SarcasmMode My Immortal is the greatest fanfic ever.]]
** [[SchmuckBait No! Don't read it!]]
*** Yes, do, it's hilarious!
* It's [[CrowningMomentOfFunny just]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome awesome]]. Possibly the best TrollFic ever written.
* Has it's own MST, as well (recommended by acg452). [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5914303/1/Marauders_Read_My_Immortal The Marauders Read My Immortal]]. Not complete yet, but it's frickin' ''[[HilarityEnsues hilarious]]''.
**** @/ShadowAI: I will not be held responsible for adding a review section for this
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2554200/1/HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH]]'' by Secondpillow.
* Recommended by: People with brain problems (of the "[[TestosteronePoisoning testosterone overdose]]" kind).
* Synopsis: A series of episodes with a limited relation to each other; most revolve around killing things and liberal usage of the [[ClusterFBomb eff-word]].
* Comments: The RatedMForManly counterpart to ''MyImmortal'', highly recommended if you've enjoyed the former. Try it if you dare... If you've got sanity to spare. Warning: contains rape apes.
* Also has [[Fanfic/ThirtyHs its own trope page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6216672/1/HogwartsofHeaven Hogwarts of Heaven]]'' by Silver Suffering.
* Recommended by: People who like Marty Stues, randomness and Bella Swan/Anita Blake-action.
* Synopsis: Chestere Le Valiente plays a rocking electric guitar solo on a shiny wooden saxophone while wondering what life would be like if he was a female 16 year old Indonesian gymnast who was secretly working to bring down the government and force the world to wear pink tuxedos. He is very disappointed that purple giraffes are not permitted to drink from the toilets at Hogwarts. And then, a whole load of even more random things happen.
* Comments: Is probably a crackfic, but the author keeps insisting that it's completely serious. The entire fic is a CrowningMomentOfFunny, but is unfortunately terribly underrated. In fact, only @/LunaAvril, known as Luna Elphaba Anne Granger on FF.net, has reviewed. Buffy, Homer Simpson, Fred Flintstone, Gandalf, Bugs Bunny, Penelope Pitstop, Light Yagami, Squall Leonhart and James Bond make occasional appearances. Warning: Makes no sense. Like, at all.
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[[folder: Crossovers]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4826372/1/Harry_Mewter Harry Mewter]]'' by Alex Ultra
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Pokemon}}.
* Recommended by @/SchizoTechnician, @/{{Doppelganger511}}
* ''Synopsis'': Late in his second year, Harry Potter takes an animagus potion. His animagus form is Mew. HilarityEnsues as he discovers catnip, learns what his new form can do the hard way, and tries to find out what the hell he turns into, anyway.
* ''Comments:'' Surprisingly well done, given how easy it would be to take this down the wrong road. Very little from ''{{Pokemon}}'' appears -- no attack names, no pokeballs, nothing except animagus forms, without even any knowledge of what they are or do. Hilarious at times.
** @/{{Doppelganger511}}: I second the recommendation. I usually loathe crossovers, but this one is fantastic. Definitely worth reading.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1977510/1/ Harry Potter and the Digimon Frontier]]''
* Recommended by Ananonymuscat
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DigimonFrontier.
* ''Synopsis'': For five years, the kids of Frontier have been training as Japanese wizards. Now they've got the chance to study abroad, in England of all places. But there are some odd things happening. Digimon...at Hogwarts?
* ''Comments'': Don't let [[NeedsABetterTitle the title]] fool you, inspired by ''The Best Defense'', this is one of the most thought out crossovers you are likely to find, everyone is in character, and the plot makes perfect sense.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4438449/1/Path_of_Decision Path of Decision]]'' by lulu42 (contains mild violence.)
* Recommended by Fenro, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Sandman}}
* ''Synopsis'': Voldemort is in power, but the Wizarding World fights back. Harry Potter, Master of Death, is faced with a choice: move forward or change everything?
* ''Comments'': The plot is very intriguing, but there are a lot of spelling and grammar mistakes. This story takes place during Harry's Hogwarts years. This story is complete.
** @/UncloudedTJ: A very interesting take on Slytherin!Harry. It has a deep backstory with some questions (about Harry's past especially) only being answered around Harry's 6th year. It truly shows the ''Sandman'' crossover by including all the main influences from that series but doesn't require you to know anything about them. Overall very well done if you can ignore the spelling and grammatical errors.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2929916/1/Invert Invert]]'' by Marz1
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}, @/{{Rogue 7}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, FullMetalAlchemist
* ''Synopsis'': While investigating a bizarre alchemical structure, the Elric brothers get pulled into the ''Potter''verse early on in an AU version of ''Deathly Hallows.'' In the interest of finding a way home, Ed lends his talents to the Horcrux hunt while Al finds ways to keep himself busy at Hogwarts. Better than it sounds.
* ''Comments'': This was the fic that originally got me interested in ''FMA''. It doesn't measure up to fics like ''Harry Potter and the Nightmares of Future Past'' or ''Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness'', but it's still an entertaining read. Seems to be a deadfic but the first half of the story is complete enough to enjoy as a stand-alone fic.
** @/{{Rogue 7}}: Amusing and well-written, though, as stated above, not one of the best. Worth reading simply for how in-character Ed is.
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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4751226/1/Dangerous_Gifts Dangerous Gifts]] by [=SGCbearclub=] (This fic is rated M for Sexual Situations, Suggestive Themes, Violence, and mild-language.)
* Recommended by Fenro
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Labyrinth}}
* ''Pairing(s)'': Jareth/Sarah and SS/HG (This story is het).
* ''Synopsis'': Snape never asked to be rescued. Sarah never asked for magic. Jareth doesn't generally ask, period. The Ministry should have remembered that, back when they assumed they won the Goblin Wars. Nothing is ever what it seems. The story takes place after DH but without the epilogue. Labyrinth crossover.
* ''Comments'': There is a lot of Sarah/Snape interaction, but my most favored part, is the interactions between Jareth/Snape. There's a bit of role reversal, that adds out of character variety to the story. One thing that was brought to my attention, was that I needed to do a bit of research on mythology in order to fully comprehend the story. The last update was in March of 2009.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2570231/1/Fusion_of_Destinies Fusion of Destinies]]'' by Grey-X
* Recommended by: @/{{SAMAS}}, @/SparkyLurkdragon
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Metroid}}
* ''Synopsis:'' A blazing meteorite falls into the forest around Hogwarts, leaving an amnesiac woman called Samantha. Working odd jobs around the school, she finds herself drawn to Harry. But she's here for a reason: A terrible spell that has called forth a weapon from the future... and the one person that can stop it. Crossover with, of all things, ''{{Metroid}}''.
* ''Comments:'' Seconding by @/SparkyLurkdragon, who's actually coming at this from the other side: Harry Potter really isn't my thing, but I ''love'' Metroid. I'd just like to vouch that Grey-X delivers very well on the Metroid side of things, too; in particular, it's very refreshing to see a ficcer acknowledging that Samus is probably more Chozo than human, culturally.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4427065/1/Strange_Bedfellows Strange Bedfellows]]'' by [=MST3KguruK10=] & Mrs Hyde
* Recommended by Revlid, @/{{Skazka}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, OnceUponATimeInMexico
* ''Synopsis'': "We all need someone we can lean on..." Two unlikely men in an unlikely place find an unlikely friendship in each other. A post-DH, post-Once Upon a Time in Mexico crossover AU featuring Severus Snape and Sheldon Sands.
* ''Comments'': Yes, it's a Harry Potter, Once Upon a Time in Mexico crossover. No, I have no idea how that idea came about. Yes, it is pretty awesome.
** Seconded by @/{{Skazka}}, who literally stayed up overnight without sleeping to read this fic the whole way through. A warning is due, though-- as in some of the author's other fics, Sands is occasionally fond of manipulating people using sex, and Snape is no exception. Still, I wouldn't call it an outright slashfic. [[spoiler:Perhaps with the exception of much of Chapter 11.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2452681/1/Evil_Be_Thou_My_Good/ Evil Be Thou My Good]]'' by Ruskbyte (AU, or maybe not if you consider the original setting of the, ahem, crossed material. Horror,Crossover, Dark!Harry, Disturbing, Disturbing, DISTURBING. [[LaughingMad HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!]])
* Recommended by Crackersdon'tmatter, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Fandoms'': {{Hellraiser}}, HarryPotter. Yeeesssss.
* ''Synopsis'': Uncle Vernon thought to bring home a puzzle toy he bought to encourage Dudley's mental stimulation. A box shaped puzzle. A box that plays music. A young Harry solves the puzzle, and alone survives the consequences, to make it quick. Except now he can't stop thinking about the box, about that tune. And he's gained the attention of a very powerful dark being who is ''not'' a wizard.
* ''Comments'': Disturbing indeed. It's a very, very good one shot by itself and you don't have to know anything about Hellraiser at all to enjoy it. The sequel ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4446981/1/All_Problems_Solved All Problems Solved]]'' is incredibly good as well.
** Arguably one of the best psychologically frightening stories ever. I had goosebumps reading it.
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''[[http://www.tthfanfic.org/Story-6136/Tassos_The_Flat_Next_Door.htm The Flat Next Door]]'' by Tassos
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, BuffyTheVampireSlayer
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', Harry and the Dursleys are moved by the Order into an apartment when 4 Privet Drive is identified and targeted by the Death Eaters. Harry finds little to recommend the change until he meets the gentleman living in the next apartment -- one Mr. Rupert Giles, whose quiet and respectful friendship saves Harry's sanity and soul from the depths of despair.
* ''Comments'': Set after the final episode of ''BTVS'' and featuring almost none of the other characters from the series, this is a low-key story that nonetheless carries an unexpected emotional intensity, all the way to its quietly surprising ending.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2857962/1/Browncoat_Green_Eyes Browncoat, Green Eyes]]'' by nonjon
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Dor}}, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{ShadowAI}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Firefly}} post Serenity
* ''Synopsis'': Two years have passed since the secret of the planet Miranda got broadcast across the whole 'verse in 2518. The crew of Serenity finally hires a new pilot, but he's a bit peculiar.
* ''Comments'': An interesting crossover with Firefly where it's believable that Harry Potter existed in the same universe. The story works so well that sometimes it's hard to believe they're not meant to be in the same time much less canon. This is an AU (having been written before HP book 7) so some relationships aren't the same as canon. Other than that the character and plot development is top notch and at about 300k words it's a very well done fic.
** @/{{Dor}}: Seconded enthusiastically. Nonjon mostly writes comedy, which is a shame because this story proves he can write "serious" fic to rival anyone else mentioned on this page. There's definitely more than a few laughs in there, too (Chapter Four in particular is just one after another), but unlike the rest of Nonjon's work, there's more going on in ''Browncoat'' than just the comedy.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: I know absolutely nothing about ''Firefly'' but I had a blast with this fic anyways. It bears noting, however, that Harry appears at first glance to be massively out of character until certain details regarding his past are revealed later on in the story, namely the fact that [[spoiler: Harry spent a bit more than a century married to ''Luna Lovegood'' of all people]] (You hear that noise? That's the sound of everyone who's ever read that far going "Oh, ''that'' explains it.").
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3649590/1/Of_Gods_and_Men Of Gods and Men]]'' by shadowphantomness
* Recommended by feral
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Pairing(s)'': Light/Mikami
* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go after Kira.
* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3153311/1/Itachi_and_the_Prisoner_of_Azkaban Itachi and the Prisoner of Azkaban]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/369082/Mistress_DragonFlame Mistress Dragonflame]]
* Recommended by melloncollie
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Naruto}}
* ''Synopsis'': This fic is an Itachi-centric crossover with the Potterverse. While an ANBU captain, Itachi is called away to Britain on a mission as Harry Potter's covert bodyguard. Hilarity Ensues.
* ''Comments'': This fic could use a bit of polishing, but if you can overlook the numerous grammar and spelling errors there are a few genuinely touching moments, brought on by the "what-could-have-been" aspect, and the sharp contrast between the relatively Lighter And Softer Potterverse and the violent, dystopic Narutoverse. However, most of the more exciting conflict seems to center around Itachi and the Narutoverse side of the crossover, and the conflicts on the Potterverse side are solved with relative ease. Most definitely a FixFic.
[=[[reviews:ItachiAndThePrisonerOfAzkaban]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4521407/1/The_Boy_Who_Fell_A_HP_Starwars_Crossover The Boy Who Fell]]'', by Darth Marrs
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, StarWars
* ''Synopsis'': Thirteen years ago, Harry Potter was murdered by Vernon Dursley, and with him went the last hope of magical Britain. Now, as Voldemort and his Death Eaters spread their reign of terror across the Wizarding World, Luna Lovegood makes a wish for someone to come and make it all better. What she gets is [[StarWars Ben]] [[ExpandedUniverse Skywalker]].
* ''Comments'': Yes, it really is StarWars meets HarryPotter. Search your feelings, you ''know'' you want to know how ''this'' can possibly work.
** Seconded. It definitely makes you feel that the universes aren't that different after all.
[=[[reviews:TheBoyWhoFell]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5538533/1/Vanity_Vice_and_Voyeurism Vanity, Vice and Voyeurism]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by: @/MacPhisto
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, FightClub
* Synopsis: As much as she hates muggles, Bellatrix Lestrange can't help but be fascinated by them. You can learn a lot about a person just by taking a look at how they live. One day, she decides to sneak into the apartment of Ms. [[FightClub Marla Singer]].
* Warning: Rated M, for [[ScrewYourself obvious reasons]]
* Comments: Two of the most depraved characters ever, both played by the most beautiful woman in the world... how was I not supposed to pass this up??
[=[[reviews:VanityViceAndVoyeurism]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5302178/1/Kill_Bella Kill Bella]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by: @/MacPhisto
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, KillBill
* ''Synopsis'': Someone has put a hit on Bellatrix Lestrange. And [[KillBill Elle Driver]] is out for the big fat kill.
* ''Warning'': Rated M, just to be safe.
* ''Comments'': A work-in-progress. The sexual tension is intense, but nothing has happened yet. Can't wait for it!
[=[[reviews:KillBella]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5739420/1/La_Blue_Wizard La Blue Wizard]]'', by canoncansodoff
* Recommended by: Comartemis, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, LaBlueGirl
* ''Synopsis'': How do you avoid Oedipus and Age of Consent issues whilst raising a boy whose demonic heritage requires him to feed on sexual energy? If you're Lily Potter, you call on your best friend Emmeline Vance to become a special kind of "[[IncrediblyLamePun wet nurse]]."
* ''Warnings'': NC-17. Minor squick warnings for NaughtyTentacles and a few similarly mild fetishes. No underage sex.
* ''Comments'': This has got to be one of the ''weirdest'' HP fics I’ve ever read that wasn’t explicitly a CrackFic, not because it’s a lemon and not because it’s a crossover with ''LaBlueGirl'' of all things but because it can’t seem to decide whether it wants to be a PWP lemon or a (relatively) serious AU fic for the first five chapters or so before it settles on the latter in chapters 5 and 6. Up until that point, the story flip-flops between the Potter family raising Harry (and his two little sisters later on), Lily/James/Emmy’s bedroom exploits, and [[ForWantOfANail a few loose nails]] that throw the story in a totally new direction once Harry grows up and gets to school, like Voldemort accidentally marking [[spoiler: ''Daphne Greengrass'']] of all people as The Girl Who Lived. Also uses Manipulative!Dumbledore, and Harry's personality is different enough for him to be an OC (albiet an OC who [[ChivalrousPervert takes very strongly after James]]), but I recommend it anyway unless you're fatally alergic to lemons.
** Seconded by @/UncloudedTJ: Quite impressed with the story so far as it definitely does some new things I haven't seen before. If you gloss over the NC-17 scenes of the story it's still a very good fic and deserves some more attention. Slightly annoyed with the Manipulative!Dumbledore but then that's the only complaint so far.
[=[[reviews:LaBlueWizard]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3673824/1/End_Of_the_Line End of the Line]]'' by Shewhogaurds
* Recommended by @/LupineVolt, Fenro
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Discworld}}
* ''Synopsis:'' After death, characters arrive in Kings Cross to board the Hogwarts Express, on it's way to "The Other Place". The only trouble is that the train is always delayed because of the leaves on the line.
* ''Comments:'' A crossover with Discworld, featuring Death, Albert, and The Death of Rats manning Kings Cross, ushering characters into the afterlife, and waiting patiently with those who are waiting to for someone to catch up.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: I... wait... what...? I just cried [[strike:tears of happiness]] ''{{manly tears}}'' for Peter Pettigrew and freaking ''Bellatrix''. Either there is something seriously wrong with me or this man deserves a medal for giving the most despicable characters in the series their very own [[CrowningMomentofHeartwarming Crowning Moments of Heartwarming]].
** Oh gods, I think I just bawled my eyes out due to sheer awesome heartwarming. This is the best story I've seen in a while. A long while. Especially the parts with Bellatrix and Snape and... scratch that. All of it.
** @/EddieCurrent did NOT cry over the bit with Kreacher and Reg Black. (sniff) "Did Kreacher do wrong?" No, Kreacher. In this, you were as true as Dobby. DAMNIT ALRIGHT I cried for Kreacher! Awesome fic.
** Death of the Discworld meets the world of Harry Potter always makes an interesting story. My favorite chapter was the one with Severus Snape.
[=[[reviews:EndOfTheLine]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5353683/1/The_Girl_Who_Loved The Girl Who Loved]]'' and its sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5619147/1/Violence_Inherent_in_the_System Violence Inherent in the System]]'', by Darth Drafter.
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, SailorMoon, [[RanmaOneHalf Ranma 1/2]]
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Usagi, Ranma/Shampoo
* ''Synopsis:'' Upon receiving some very disturbing news during the summer after his fifth year, Harry does a panicked accidental-magic Apparition straight to China, and falls directly in a Jusenkyo spring... a spring which one Usagi Tsukino had accidentally drowned in the year before. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Warnings:'' Chapter 9 of ''Violence Inherent In The System'' contains mild lemon, and some chapters of ''The Girl Who Loved'' have off-screen lesbian encounters which get a fair amount of discussion on-screen. Also, the fic starts out with a mention of m-preg. Fortunately, '''there is no actual m-preg in the story'''. In fact, the entire point of mentioning it in the first place was to mock the living hell out of the very idea. Cologne's speech on why the entire concept is idiotic made this troper applaud.
* ''Comments:'' This started out as a crack fic and then rapidly developed an actual plot, complete with both [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming Crowning Moments of Heartwarming]] and [[CrowningMomentofAwesome Awesome]]. Harry meets and makes friends with Ranma (watching them try to play the "who had the worst childhood/mentor" game with each other was worth the price of admission all by itself), partners up with the ghost of Usagi (whose body is Harry's Jusenkyo-curse form), makes friends with the Chinese Amazons (but avoids the Kiss of Marriage thanks to Ranma's timely warnings), and develops an entire support structure in the form of the Senshi (and Ranma and Shampoo), to the point where by the time he has to return to Hogwarts for his sixth year, Dumbledore and Voldemort both have no idea what's about to hit them. In the meanwhile, Harry and Usagi have fallen in love... which is a bit of an obstacle, given that only one of them is alive, and the other one can only temporarily possess her body when her beloved is morphed into it... [[spoiler:fortunately, she gets better]]. Tackles and answers the tough questions, such as "What happens when you cast a Patronus Charm through the Moon Healing Scepter", "How quickly can Snape's lack of tact earn him a nine-on-one gang beatdown by an enraged mob of magical girls", and "Just what the heck was Dumbledore ''smoking'', to make some of the decisions he did?" Really, it's far, far better than it sounds, and I highly recommend. Also contains perhaps the only non-annoying appearance of Chibi-Usa I can remember seeing anywhere.
* ''Status:'' "The Girl Who Loved" is complete, "Violence Inherent in the System" is in-progress and recently updated.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: ''Wow''. This is probably one of the best examples of GrowingTheBeard I've ever seen in a fanfic before. The first few chapters are really rough, characterization is spotty at best, several characters are Flanderized to hell and back, Dumbledore, Ron, Ginny, and Molly all get their usual RonTheDeathEater treatment, and while mpreg really ''doesn't'' ever show up outside of conversation, the way the subject becomes plot-relevant is absolutely ''absurd'' on the face of it. At some point, however -- I think it's right around the same point where the fic turns mildly serious and stops being a CrackFic -- everything shifts in a generally positive direction. Mamoru is still a complete [[{{Casanova}} manwhore]], sure, but he doesn't show up more than once or twice before [[PutOnABus he falls down a plot hole]] and isn't heard from again. Ginny never really gets better and Molly's attitudes are only weakly justified, but Hermione recovers from her Flanderization, Ron seems to get over his exaggerated jealousy of Harry, and the much-hated Manipulative!Dumbledore actually gets ''deconstructed'' later in ''TGWL''. And while Chibi-Usa has never really irritated me like she has other people, I have to agree with Chuckg that she's very well-used here, possibly because her interactions with Harry are ''infinitely'' [[{{Moe}} more adorable]] than [[BrattyHalfPint her canon relationship]] with Usagi. It may not hold a candle to some of the other examples on this page but this is definitely one of the best HP/SM crossovers I've ever read.
[=[[reviews:TheGirlWhoLoved]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5803017/1/Kings_Jackal King's Jackal]]'' by esama.
* Recommended by Ramenth, @/{{Seraviel}}, [=SelinaCatz=]
* ''Fandoms:'' ''HarryPotter'', ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'',
* ''Synopsis:'' "Wrecking all of Dumbledore's plans, the Power The Dark Lord Knows Not walks up to Harry in the summer before his fifth year, and asks for directions." This is the "official" summary for ''King's Jackal'', yet it really does not do it justice. Taking place after [[GobletOfFire Harry's Fourth Year]] and some time after the end of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'', the story starts off as what could be your standard Harry Potter crossover. He meets Yami, Yami asks him for directions. Harry follows and eavesdrops, and, well, you'll have to read from there.
** I'm afraid I'm not doing this story any kind of justice, so someone who has read it, feel free to fix this up.
* ''Comments:'' Despite quite a bit of [[{{OOC}} Out of Character]] moments, especially on the part of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'' characters, this is one of the best fics that I've read in a long time. It is enjoyable, readable, and full of ideas that I've seen nowhere else. It also has one of the best courtroom scenes that I've seen in years, including on TV. The story does get off to a bit of a rough start, but it picks up quickly and and is an overall amazing read. I strongly reccomend it. Also, word to the wise, apparently there's going to be some slash in later chapters, so if that's not your thing, avoid it. I haven't really seen any meaningful hints of it so far though.
** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declared dead.
[=[[reviews:KingsJackal]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3933832/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Invincible_TechnoMage Harry Potter and the Invincible Technomage]]'', by Clell65619
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, MarvelUniverse
* ''Synopsis:'' A party of executives from Grunnings and their families are given a facilities tour of a factory as part of a joint project with an American firm. When the Dursleys die in an explosion, accidental magic lets Harry be the sole survivor. And when a young child shows visible superpowers on company property, the owner is called in, leading eventually to an 11-year-old Harry Stark attending Hogwarts...
* ''Comments:'' The major appeal of this fic is seeing things go right for Harry without him being a GodModeSue. He has a loving father and virtually the entire Avengers for his extended family. He's self-confident and still heroic (he is in fact 'Pulse', the second auxiliary member of Power Pack alongside his best friend Franklin 'Tattletale' Richards). He has access to Dr. Strange and Agatha Harkness as magic tutors. So why is he still attending Hogwarts? Because Madame Web has told him (and only him) of the prophecy, and, well, a hero has to do what a hero has to do. And so a young Harry Potter whose "saving people thing" is now ''professional'' has arrived on-scene. And it was a CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming when you realized that the first person Harry helped save was Tony: adopting a small child in 1986 meant that Tony felt compelled to live a slightly more responsible lifestyle, so he never descended into alcoholism, and never lost his company the first time. And the CrowningMomentOfFunny when you find out what Tony always does to Harry's school projects... well, read for yourself. Other highlights include Tony forming an informal Hogwarts Parents Association, Harry introducing the student body to (magically-shielded) CD players and cell phones, and Ravenclaw!Harry attempting to design and build the first magical computer.
* ''Warnings:'' Do you hate Manipulative!Dumbledore? He's in this one. Its the 'more arrogant and control-freaky than outright evil' incarnation, but still, Dumbles exists in this fic to get verbally smacked down by almost every magical person Tony can call in for support. Culminating in the scene where Thor has to 'explain' to the Wizengamot why overturning Harry's adoption by Tony Stark would be terminally unwise.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: Troper hive mind strikes again. Manipulative!Dumbles is an irritation but for a fic this good he's worth dealing with. It's worth noting that this new Harry may have the appearance of a MartyStu at first (his first encounter with Snape is likely to set off alarm bells but that's a pretty isolated incident) but ultimately proves himself innocent of that label. As mentioned above, this one does a lot of stuff that few other Potter fics do; Harry and Draco becoming [[FriendlyEnemy Friendly Enemies]] is one of my personal favorites, along with a new twist on the fiasco with Riddle's diary. An excellent read even if you don't know anything about IronMan or MarvelComics in general, but having seen the movies will make the latest chapter even funnier than it already is: Sirius Black meets Robert Downey Jr? ''[[OhCrap HEAD FOR THE HILLS!]]''
** @/EddieCurrent: Credit to Clell here -- this version of his pet Manipulative!Dumbledore does come across as more WellIntentionedExtremist than CompleteMonster, but the characterization can still grate a bit. That said, much of the rest of the fic can alternate between bland, grating, and the occasional cool idea that gets lost in the shuffle.
** Ancient Nonun: YMMV, but its [[SoBadItsHorrible bad]]. So very [[BrainBleach bad]]. Flat characters that do nothing but carry the plot, completely unbalanced powers that only exist to show how awesome Marvel is, and everyone else becoming strawmen. The Wizarding World gets the treatment that Sasuke got in ''Chunin Exam'' -- [[RonTheDeathEater unapologetic bashing and exaggeration]] that leads straight into CharacterDerailment. ''Technomage'' has no drama, no tension, a mine field of plot holes and badly-used clichés, and no depth whatsoever. It's quite possibly the worst fic this troper has ever read. It's the ''BattlefieldEarth'' of ''Harry Potter'' fanfiction. Be warned that even with the honest praises it gets, it can have '''very''' unexpected results.
** [[{{Fanfic/HarryPotterAndTheInvincibleTechnomage}} Has its own page.]]
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheInvincibleTechnomage]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5871255/1/Fictional Fictional]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/302101/Dark_Syaoran Dark Syaoran]].
* Recommended by @/{{ShadowAI}}, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms:'' ''HarryPotter'', ''FateStayNight'',
* ''Synopsis:'' Author's Summary: The dictionary defined fiction as thus: something feigned, invented, or imagined; a made-up story. The act of feigning, inventing, or imagining. Yes, Harry thought, this defined him nicely.
** @/ShayGuy: What concerns me is that it ''is'' apparently based off the anime, which, being the mishmash of routes that it is, has a less cohesive plot and more plot holes than the visual novel. (Disclaimer: I'm only on the first route of the latter.)
[=[[reviews:Fictional]]=]
''[[http://www.tthfanfic.org/Story-21031/DireSquirrel+Thinking+in+Little+Green+Boxes.htm Thinking In Little Green Boxes]]'', by [=DireSquirrel=]
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/{{ShadowAI}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Deadpool}} (MarvelUniverse)
* ''Synopsis'': On the night baby Harry was supposed to go to the Dursleys, someone screwed up the addresses and dropped him off at 4 ''Privy'' Drive, currently inhabited by one [[{{Deadpool}} Wade Wilson]]. Ten years later, Harry gets his Hogwarts letter.
--> “Don’t worry, this can’t possibly be as bad as the time he stole Dr. Doom’s credit card and bought everything under the sun.”
--> In Latveria, a certain monarch was looking at his visa bill.
--> '''''[[CrowningMomentOfFunny “Who dares defile DOCTOR DOOM’S credit score?”]]'''''
* ''Comments'': Yes. Harry Potter as raised by the [[MoreDakka Merc]] [[CrazyAwesome With a]] [[NoFourthWall Mouth]] himself. ''The world will never be sane again.''
[=[[reviews:ThinkingInLittleGreenBoxes]]=]
*** [[{{FanFic/ThinkingInLittleGreenBoxes}} Has it's own page.]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3983128/1/ Culture Shock]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/226550/Ruskbyte Ruskbyte]]
* ''Recommended by:'' @/{{ShadowAI}}, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Krisnack}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, TheCulture
* ''Synopsis:'' Harry Potter has just received his Hogwarts letter, but really doesn't want to go. After all, who would want to live on a ''planet'' of all things? Especially one where the inhabitants still think nuclear energy is an advanced technology. And let's not forget the 42,000 light year commute.
[=[[reviews:CultureShock]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1902150/1/A_Year_with_Q A Year With Q]]'', by Morena Evensong
* ''Recommended by'': acg452
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, [[StarTrekTheNextGeneration Star Trek]]
* ''Author's Description'': Q loses a bet with his son. Now he must pretend to be a sixth year student at Hogwarts without using any of his powers. How will Hogwarts react to the new student? Will Q survive the year?
* ''Description'': The above sums it up rather well. Q goes to Hogwarts for Sixth Year, and his son becomes the DADA teacher. Just... picture that for a moment. Most of the focus is ''not'' on Harry, which should come as no surprise to those familiar with [[LargeHam the Entity]] [[DeadpanSnarker Known as]] [[AGodAmI Q]]. Has a few cameo appearances by the various crews Q has mess- er, that is, a few of Q's friends show up from time to time.
[=[[reviews:AYearWithQ]]=]
[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Mutant_Storm/Chapter_01__Aftermath_and_Consequences/ Mutant Storm]] by Bobmin
* ''Recommended by'': Milarqui, @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, XMen
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny, Scott/Jean, [[spoiler:Ron/Luna]], [[spoiler:Neville/Hermione]]
* ''Synopsis'': After Dumbledore tells him the Prophecy, an angry Harry explodes (figuratively) and discovers he has a strange power, combining intangibility, invisibility and teleportation. Going back to the Dursleys proves to be both a hindrance due to his depression and a chance to practice with his new powers. On the other side of the Atlantic, two powerful telepaths by the name of Charles Xavier and Jean Summers detect the appearance of a very powerful mutant in England... and Charles Xavier realises that he has to come clean on Jean's past.
* ''Comments'': It's much BetterThanItSounds, I can tell you. The first thing the wonderful duo did was to tell readers the fanfic was Harry/Ginny. At first, it explores how Harry reacts to his new powers and how this affects the X-Men as Jean Summers discovers that [[spoiler:she is Lily Evans' twin sister]], adopts [[spoiler:her nephew]] Harry and takes him to the X-Mansion. It then goes forward from that, passing over things such as the revelation of his mutant powers to the Order of the Phoenix, his going back to Hogwarts and how Voldemort plans to include the mutant community in the British Magical War. It includes a believable Manipulative!Dumbledore, Snape working more for Voldemort than Dumbledore (not on his own volition), a great (and funny) Wolverine, and, finally, a good development of a relationship between Harry and Ginny.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. It's not great literature and we get a fair amount of Ron-bashing, which is a typical feature of Bobmin's work, but it's still a fun read.
[=[[reviews:MutantStorm]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/501691/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_One_Ring_of_Power Harry Potter and the One Ring of Power]]'' by Technomad
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, LordOfTheRings.
* Recommended by Eoppen
* Synopsis: Voldemort tried to obtain the One Ring, but it was intercepted. Now, the Boy who Lived must take over the quest to Mordor, with Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and...''Draco Malfoy?''...as his companions.
** Comments: This may be the first full-length ''Lord of the Rings/Harry Potter'' crossover. The author gives us sections from the [=POVs=] of Harry himself, Ron, and Hermione. There are also nods to other writers, such as Lois [=McMaster=] Bujold, scattered through the text.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheOneRingOfPower]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3473224/1/The_Denarian_Renegade The Denarian Renegade]],'' its sequels ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3856581/1/The_Denarian_Knight The Denarian Knight]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4359957/1/The_Denarian_Lord The Denarian Lord]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5879832/1/The_Denarian_Variation The Denarian Variation]]'', and the extras ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4355372/1/The_Denarian_Omakes The Denarian Omakes]]'' by Shezza88
* ''Fandoms'': ''HarryPotter'' and ''TheDresdenFiles''
* Recommended by Jinx, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, acg452
* ''Synopsis'': A seven-year-old Harry finds a blackened silver coin at a low moment in his life.
* ''Comments'': Harry is delightfully snarky and beautifully balanced between good and evil. It also has the best written Dumbledore I've ever read.
* Seconded by @/LooneyToons: And don't miss its sequels ''The Denarian Knight'' and ''The Denarian Lord'', and the extras ''The Denarian Omakes''.
** Harry becomes an insufferable JerkAss MarySue within the first three chapters, and remains such throughout the next thirty. Despite excellent plotting, quality writing, and an amazingly well-characterized Dumbledore, YourMileageMayVary quite a bit.
** Thirded by acg452: Not necessarily a MarySue ''per se''. He ''is'' quite powerful, given that he's [[spoiler: sharing brain space with a Fallen Angel]], but he has his fair share of problems. For instance, [[spoiler: getting the coin stolen at least twice,]] Voldemort [[spoiler: blowing up his apartment]] and pressing Harry's BerserkButton by [[spoiler: burning Meciel's silk sheets]]. And aside from his small circle of friends, namely [[spoiler: Meciel, Dumbledore, Amanda, and Amaris]], the last of which is [[spoiler: his only blood kin]], it's pretty clear most people wouldn't mind him just dying off. That said, he doesn't give two shits about them either, so it all works out. Also, the series is now complete! Boo Ya!
[=[[reviews:TheDenarianRenegade]]=]
''[[http://www.tenhawkpresents.com/viewstory.php?sid=35&chapter=1 Alexander Harris and the Shadow Council]]'' by Tenhawk
* Recommended by Spooner Wilkins
* Fandoms: HarryPotter, AddamsFamily, BuffyTheVampireSlayer
* ''Synopsis'': So far this is a threeway crossover between the Addams Family, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Harry Potter. The main focus is on Xander Harris and Wednesday Addams as they they go to Hogwarts but Hermione from the "Golden Trio" does get her share of the story. The story starts of with a slight retelling of the first Harry Potter book and unravels it as Xander works his particular brand of chaos. This could well be described as a day-in-the-life story.
[=[[reviews:AlexanderHarrisAndTheShadowCouncil]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6285292/1/The_Hero The Hero]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1990887/GreyFitti GreyFitti]]
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Fullmetal Alchemist}}.
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place during Chamber of Secrets for Harry Potter and post Conqueror of Shamballa for Fullmetal Alchemist. When Ed and Al went back to close the gate to their world, the gate drops Ed into Hogwarts. There, he starts working as the Alchemy Professor to find a way home. But, the trio becomes suspicious of Ed...
* ''Pairing(s)'': None.
* ''Comments'': Complete. This story is well-written and a good read. Though, Edward does speak with a German accent and the story is mostly seen in his third person point of view. I find this crossover very interesting, from beginning to end, it thrilled me.
[=[[reviews:TheHero]]=]
''[[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/55761.html Percy Weasley: Vampire Hunter]]'' by [[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/profile Viola]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Angel}}
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find another job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom, Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
[=[[reviews:PercyWeasleyVampireHunter]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4107092/1/12_Moves_Sideways 12 Moves Sideways]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/745409/Silver_Pard Silver Pard]]
* Recommended by {{aimsme}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Synopsis'': After the Yotsuba Arc, Light becomes the new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher. Harry decides he needs watching.
* ''Comments'': Despite being short compared to most of the others on this list, 12 Moves Sideways packs a powerful punch. It's beautiful, almost wistful, with hints of something darker- it might just be because this Troper is a Light fan, but her heart ''broke'' at the Erised scene.
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[[folder: DayInTheLimeLight fics]]
''Fics that re-tell canon from another character's POV and focus on that character's experiences.''
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1026&chapno=1 The Very Secret Diary]]'' by Arabella
* Recommended by Anthiens, @/ShayGuy, Marjojo, @/SaltyWound, boonerunner, @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': It's the exchanges between Tom Riddle's diary and Ginny Weasley...
* ''Comments'': Tom Riddle/Voldemort's MindRape of Ginny. It's ''really'' horrific but it's ''damn'' fine writing. Oh Gods, it's awful but it's so fricking well written.
** @/ShayGuy: Seconded big time. This made me want to find my copy of ''Chamber of Secrets'' just so I could reread the part where the bastard gets what's coming to him. Substitute all instances of "Virginia" for "Ginevra" and this would be in my personal canon. ('''LATER EDIT:''' Reading [[http://www.kitwhitfield.com/2008/09/depression-and-childrens-fiction.html this essay]] gave me some extra food for thought on the later chapters.)
** LULU: Thirded. Tom Riddle is so sick. I read it in one sitting. Poor, poor Ginny.
** @/SaltyWound: Fourthed. The detail put into Riddle's character is so damn good. It also made me feel ''really'' bad for Ginny, a character I used to despise (I'm a Harry/Hermione shipper and proud of it).
** @/{{Roo}}: One of the best characterizations of Tom Riddle ever; he's just charming enough (especially in the early stages of the fic) that you understand why Ginny opens up to him so completely, but knowing who and what he is, it's easy enough to read between the lines and see his absolute contempt for the poor girl he's manipulating and using. This fic is ''dark'' and ''creepy'' and manages to really convey the evil of Voldemort without falling back on the old "murder and torture" crutch, and apart from a few details like Ginny's full name is perfectly canon compliant. Very, very highly recommended.
** @/{{MtheR}}: Unreserved sixth, although there's not much that I can say that the tropers above me haven't.
** Keshia: Seventh, oh boy... while the "Virginia" thing initially annoyed me, I totally got over it by the third chapter. Best characterisation of Voldemort I have ever read. He's was so charming in the first few chapters ''I'' almost believed him. He went from this to the personification of HighOctaneNightmareFuel.
** RE: "Virginia", let's keep in mind that this fic was written prior to the release of Order of the Phoenix, during the "three year summer" after Goblet of Fire. It wasn't yet known that Ginny's real name was Ginevra. And yeah, I'd like to eighth this recc. The Very Secret Diary is a great example of fanfiction done so well that it improves upon the reader's appreciation of canon. Arabella's [[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=661 Hermione, Queen of Witches]] fics are also fantastic-- much less dark than VSD, but just as well written. She wrote a Queen of Witches fic for each of Books 1-4, with a partial one for Book 5. They're a hilarious take on life as Hermione sees it, and like most [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php Sugarquill]] fics, heavy on the good ship Ron/Hermione.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2439980/1/The_Girl_Nobody_KnowsASoliloquy The Girl Nobody Knows: A Soliloquy]]'' by Technomad
* Recommended by Eoppen
* ''Synopsis:'' Hermione's POV on the first five books' events -- and she's not nearly as nice as everybody in the fandom thinks she is.
* ''Comments:'' This version of Hermione's nearly sociopathic -- or, at least, a close relative of [[{{Discworld}} Lord Vetenari]] ''and'' [[{{Blackadder}} Edmund Blackadder]]. And it's all canon-compliant up to the end of Book 5.
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''[[http://iulia-linnea.insanejournal.com/388907.html His Mother's Son]]'' by [[http://iulia-linnea.insanejournal.com/ Iulia Linnea]]
* Recommended by @/{{Lagomorph}}
* ''Synopsis'': Ron discovers that there are worse things than becoming his mum -- and that those things aren't necessarily so terrible when faced as a father.
* ''Comments'': One of the stories that turned me from indifferent benevolence to actual respect for Ron.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4172226/1/A_Hero A Hero]]'', by Celebony
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/EddieCurrent
* ''Synopsis:'' It takes a lot of courage to face down a dark lord once, much less four or five times. But it takes a completely different brand of courage to question the way things are, to deal with the idea that your world isn't as perfect as you think it is. Dudley Dursley, meet character development.
* ''Comments:'' A pleasant and insightful one-shot that came completely out of left field at me while browsing through the favorites listings of some of the authors listed on this page. If the idea of Dudley being more than just an overfed whale with a bullying streak makes you uncomfortable, avoid this fic at all costs. But to anyone and everyone who cheered when Dudley made his famous "I don't hate you" line in ''Deathly Hallows''... read it. Read it ''NOW''.
** Edward adds: Any comment I can think of would ruin a damn fine story. I have [[strike: never read a Potter Book all the way through]] only recently remedied that prior remark, and ''still'' think this is awesome.
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''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2023&chapno=1 Mind's Eye, Soul's Reflection]]'' by Mysterious Muggle
* Recommended by: J the Drafter
* ''Synopsis:'' The fifth ''Harry Potter'' book from Luna Lovegood's point of view, in third person. Explains what Luna experienced, why she thinks the way she does, and the way she grows as she acquires friends.
* ''Comments:'' This is a wonderful character study on Luna, as well as a wonderful story. It's the only fic I've read that actually ''explains'' Luna in a deeply thought-out manner.
** Comartemis: Far too often I see fanfics that turn Luna's [[CloudCuckooLander unique]] personality into a [[ObfuscatingStupidity mask]] covering a much more normal (read: ''[[PossessionSue boring]]'') character underneath. This fic, thankfully, is not one of those. Luna is more in-character here than I've ever seen her in any other fanfic; she's wonderfully nutty and totally bonkers, but she's also a person with weaknesses and insecurities, not just a [[CrazyAwesome strange]] girl who happens to be a lot of fun to read. Luna fans everywhere owe it to themselves to read this fic.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4315906/1/Dumbledores_Army_and_the_Year_of_Darkness Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness]]'' by Thanfiction ([[DumbledoresArmyAndTheYearOfDarkness Link to tropes page]])
* Recommended by @/{{Rogue 7}}, @/AcrossTheStars, @/YoAdrian, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], @/{{Superior}}, boonerunner
* ''Synopsis'': Follow Neville Longbottom as he rises to the challenge that is the title Commander of Dumbledore's Army, doing his best to keep the school alive and safe from the Carrows while preparing for one last all-or-nothing stand against Lord Voldemort... and maybe finding love along the way.
* ''Warnings'': Possible Triggers, Chauvinistic in places, Dark Tone, Blood, Gore, Character Death. '''YourMileageMayVary'''
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3728284/1/ In the Words of Ginerva Molly Potter]]'' by thejealousone
* Recommended by johnhoftb
* ''Synopsis'': A retelling of the 7 books from Ginny's POV.
* ''Comments'': Not having read this story in awhile, I'm not going to say much, but this is absolutely one of the best stories I've read. The romance is a major part of the story and the author tries to mimic Rowling's writing style while trying to put their own style into it. Also, put Rowling herself as a magical author, which is awesome in itself.
* Cautiously recommended by [=FrankRonaldOrion=]. The main issue is that Ginny starts to slip into Mary Sue-dom as the story goes on. Is there really any reason for [[spoiler:Ginny to have discovered that Snape was protecting the school far before Harry does?]] The well written parts are the romance parts, although it gets a little cheesy. If you need something really light and fluffy to read, this is a good start.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3701099/1/Elogium_Sine_Nomine Elogium Sine Nomine]]'' by Rhaella
* Recommended by @/RBMIfan
* ''Synopsis'': Oneshot. Regulus Black. To sign the letter is to acknowledge the deed, and even now, he cannot fully bring himself to do so.
* ''Comments'': A unique and insightful look into the character of Regulus Black. This fic is a short narration of Regulus writing the letter that Harry finds with the fake necklace horcrux, describing his thoughts and state of mind, and I have to say it's one of the better written Harry Potter fanfics out there. A must read for anyone interested in this ''very'' minor character.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4772789/1/Six_Years_Six_Applicants Six Years, Six Applicants]]'' by Sarah1281
* Recommended by @/{{Tobu}}, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Chronicling Dumbledore's never-ending and sometimes desperate attempts to fill the Defense Against the Dark Arts postion with anyone but Snape and Snape's persistent attempts to land the job anyway.
* ''Comments'': This yearly ritual is a good way to flesh out two indomitable personalities. Excellent humour, then becomes something more emotional as the books darken.
** @/UncloudedTJ: A very good look into what Snape did every year and his interactions with Dumbledore and the one ultimately chosen are usually very hilarious. It does get serious at points but overall it shows Dumbledore being TheDumbledore to Snape's never reducing eagerness to be the Defense Professor.
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''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=661&chapno=1 Hermione, Queen of Witches, Book One]]'' by Arabella
* Recommended by @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': The secret diary of Hermione Granger, Year One. This story was written prior to the release of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
* ''Comments'': This (and its three sequels) are a retelling of the first four books, as told by Hermione to her enchanted diary. A retelling of the fifth book was started and abandoned, but the first four are fantastic, and remain some of my favorite Harry Potter fanfiction, some five years after I first read them. Hermione's voice is spot on, and the diary's "brain," Gwen, is a great character in her own right.
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''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/alicat/TS.html Thin Skin]]'' by Alicat
* Recommended by @/{{KhymChanur}}
* ''Synopsis'': Marietta didn't want to betray her friends to Umbridge. Why did she? What is it like being Cho's best friend? Will the word SNEAK ever be erased?
* ''Comments'': An interesting look at why Marietta snitched to Umbridge. Also covers her Hogwarts life from her first year to the end of her sixth year.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5129305/1/Phoenix_Tears_or_Hermione_Granger_and_the_DH Phoenix Tears or, Hermione Granger and the DH]]'' by grangerous
* Recommended by Fenro
* ''Synopsis'': Sequel to Phoenix Song or, Hermione Granger and the HBP.(Read this first.) By the time of Dumbledore's death, Hermione and Snape had worked together for a whole year. Now, however, they both have very different and very difficult tasks ahead of them.
* Pairing(s):SS/HG
* Tags: Canon-complient, HBP & DH spoilers (except for the epilouge)
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2859846/1/No_Heroes_Here No Heroes Here]]'' by Bil
* Recommended by Sanitys Papercut
* "Synopsis": They all waited for Harry to save them. But Neville knew Harry wasn't a hero, Harry was just a boy. WARNING: not HBP-complient.
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[[/folder]]
[[folder: {{Continuation}} fics]]
''Fics that continue the story from where the books left off''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5460511/1/ Ambient]]'', by Caliburn
* Recommended by Rolla
* ''Synopsys'': The final battle took place at Hogwarts, between Dumbledore and Voldemort. The events that happened there are quite unknown to all but the sole witness, Harry Potter. The aftermath was felt throughout Britain, most strongly at the areas surrounding Hogwarts. An oppressive leeching force drained the ambient magic innately required by all wards, structural magics and indeed the humans themselves. This force was known as the "Ambient Loss" and its origin and reason are unknown. Britain is now a no-mans-land; murders are frequent, as are muggings. But the things which they steal are not merely your possessions, but your very vitae itself. In a land where power is all you have, and blood itself is indicative of that power, can you survive with your body and morals intact?
* ''Comments'' Excellent story, very few obvious mistakes, great plot. The plot itself is more of a twofold plot with a personal one focusing on Harry and the people he interacts with and effects. Along with a larger plot focusing why the Ambient Loss occurred, and why Harry is seemingly immune to it. Great characterization all around; Harry is slightly cracked, as is everyone around him, leading to interesting characters who are not merely defined by those cracks and seem to evolve. The villains are delightfully twisted and the post-apoc setting is done disturbingly well. As to the rest, read it yourself.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3979062/1/ Hogwarts Houses Divided]]''
* Recommended by Fireangel265, @/{{Roo}}, @/ShadowAI, Kittastrophe, Hazl, [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]], Moo92
* ''Synopsis'':The war is over, and all is well, they say, but the wounds remain unhealed. Bitterness divides the Houses of Hogwarts. Can the first children born since the war's end begin a new era, or will the enmities of their parents be their permanent legacy?
* ''Comments'': Tells the story of Teddy Lupin's first year at Hogwarts. Not only does this story ''feel'' like a Harry Potter book, but it stuck so close to the {{Word of God}} that I had to remind myself after reading that this is not actually canon. WARNING: Even though Harry and the rest of the gang make an appearence, this is mainly about Teddy and the kids he's going to Hogwarts with. Expect a lot of OC.
** @/{{Roo}}: Words cannot express how much this is seconded. The writing is absolutely amazing, capturing the tone and feel of Rowling's world and characters but still with its own twist on it. The dialogue is brilliant, all the canon characters are in character, and the original characters are entertaining and likeable. Best of all, no character bashing, no overpowered Super!characters, no [[AuthorFilibuster Author Filibusters]], and a decent plot that develops in a logical way. Look for the Sorting Hat in one of its best fanfic roles to date!
** [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]]: Wow. So very seconded. I wasn't really expecting much from this fic--and in fact, I didn't love the first couple of chapters--since, as a rule, I tend not to love continuation fics. But it was good enough to keep me reading, and I'm incredibly glad I did. Some of the best [=OCs=] I've seen, including perhaps my favorite ever: Ophilia Karait.
** Moo92: Wow, I adore this fic. I wish it were canon.
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''[[http://community.livejournal.com/hp10k_showcase/7219.html Glass Half Full]]'' by [[http://pir8fancier.livejournal.com/ Pir8fancier]]
* Recommended by @/{{Lagomorph}}
* ''Synopsis'': Twenty years after the battle at Hogwarts, it's not happily ever after.
* ''Warnings'': Substance abuse, filthy language, lots of smoking references
* ''Comments'': Ron/Pansy, in a way that doesn't make my head explode.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2612901/1/Theres_Always_a_Way There's Always A Way]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~starkan Starkan]] (a.k.a. [[http://www.viridiandreams.net/ Viridian]])
* Recommended by @/{{Rogue 7}}, Psalm of Fire, @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot response to the "Marriage Law" plot hook. When research regarding declining birthrates and rising squib numbers comes to light (too much pureblood inbreeding, naturally), the Ministry has a complete meltdown and passes a law that requires all unwed purebloods to marry halfbloods and muggleborns in an effort to remedy the situation. Of course the Ministry being the wretched hive of corruption and injustice that it is, the process quickly turns draconian and oppressive, but when Ginny and Hermione are matched up with Lucius and Draco, an injured Harry puts his foot down and calls in [[CareerKillers some outside assistance...]]
* ''Comments'': Imagine the protagonist of ''BurnNotice'' set in the ''HarryPotter'' 'verse. Wonderfully snarky and intelligent.
** Psalm of Fire: I'm not a big fan of anything short of epic length, but I love S'Tarkan/Viridian's writing so much I had to read everything he's written. I wasn't disappointed, this oneshot is a whole bunch of fun!
** @/{{Seraviel}}: This is the ultimate shortfic. Viridian proves with this that he can write more than epics.
** rinsimyaldee: This Troper has to disagree, this fic did not impress. I am not really a fan of Viridian's writing style, so this fic was really just more of the same. There was simply not enough detail here, I know it is a oneshot, but it seemed to gloss over the only aspects of the story I really wanted to see, and left out any development for a potentially awesome character. Perhaps a two-shot or three-shot might have redeemed this fic, but as is, it didn't meet standard.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: Rec thirded. [[{{Understatement}} Not exactly an epic saga]], but a good read if you just want to burn five or ten minutes.
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''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall/Wizards_Fall.php Wizards Fall]]'' by Bobmin
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In the aftermath of the defeat of Voldemort, the Wizarding World goes down a path almost as dark as Tom Riddle's. And in response, Harry, Hermione and Luna find themselves forced to take the most drastic possible measures in order to save the best of the world in which they grew up.
* ''Comments:'' Like many Bobmin works, this is a Harry/Hermione ship and features Super!Harry. However, even if those two traits usually turn you off from a fic, don't pass this one by. Well-written and unlike anything else out there in my experience, ''Wizards Fall'' will have you simultaneously hating and pitying the villains of the piece even as the heroes' success is vaguely bittersweet. Features one of the most extraordinary versions of Luna Lovegood I've ever seen in fanfic.
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::Although this is a stand-alone story, it has spawned several sequels:
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_FallRescuing_the_Rescuer/Wizards_FallRescuing_the_Rescuer.php Rescuing the Rescuer]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_FallPuff_and_the_Magic_School_Bus/Wizards_FallPuff_and_the_Magic_School_Bus.php Puff and the Magic School Bus]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall_Down_the_Rabbit_Hole/Wizards_Fall_Down_the_Rabbit_Hole.php Down the Rabbit Hole]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall_The_Truth_is_Out_There/Wizards_Fall_The_Truth_is_Out_There.php The Truth Is Out There]]''
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=619 After the End]]'' by Arabella and Zsenya
* Recommended by @/CaptainTimesink, Marjojo
* ''Synopsis'': What happens after Hogwarts and Voldemort's defeat. Extrapolates an ending to the series, which had many elements that actually ended up happening in canon, and shows the characters assimilating to "normal" life without Voldemort.
* ''Comments'': Quite possibly the best fanfic This Troper has ever read. Warning: mild Sirius/Remus slash.
* This Troper is shocked to see only three reccs for this incredible fic. First of all, it was written entirely before the release of Order of the Phoenix. The amount that it gets right in terms of characterization and plot prediction is impressive, to say the least. It's easily the best fanfic I've ever read, and I'm not just saying that because it is what got me into fandom as a sixteen year old. It's epic in scope with close to NINE HUNDRED PAGES in length, more than 40 chapters! And it covers so many relationships, developing the characters in a way that's convincing and compelling. Pairings include: Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione (these first two were [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php The Sugarquill]]'s M.O.), Remus/Sirius, Bill/Fleur, Charlie/Cho, Percy/Penelope. You'll find yourself rooting for all these ships by the end of this epic. There are plenty of original characters introduced who you'll care about, too. Honestly, I think Arabella & Zsenya's idea of the Harry/Voldemort final battle was more dramatic and interesting than what happened in canon. Although it definitely didn't result in immediate peace... because the entirety of ATE is about dealing with the aftermath of the war.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1346923/1/The_Children The Children]]'' by samvimes
* Recommended by [=FatRat=]
* ''Synopsis'': After the war, we gather to remember. And none of us escape unscathed, least of all Draco Malfoy...
* ''Comments'': Am angsty one shot written way before [=OotP=] but is still moving to this day.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4260581/1/Lessons_Learned Lessons Learned]]'' by loveadubdub (Next Gen)
* Recommended by Renagirl9
* ''Synopsis'': My shrink says I repress feelings and emotions. She told me once that I have trouble "admitting reality" to myself. Now, I don't know if that's true. After all, I don't have the fancy Psychological Healing degree, do I?
* ''Comments'': Not just about Rose and Scorpius. It's about basically every next gen character there is plus a few OC's. What I liked about it was that it was real. This is how you would expect the next gen kids to end up since they are bound to be spoiled and chased by media all their lives. I like how they are all such egotistical brats at the beginning and even though a few of them still are at the end (cough, James, cough) most of the kids (including Rose) have learned their lessons. It's my favorate Next Gen fic.
[=[[reviews:LessonsLearned]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3733492/1/The_Apprentice_and_the_Necromancer The Apprentice and the Necromancer]]'' by [=JunoMagic=]
* Recommended by Fenro
* Pairing(s): SS/HG
* Synopsis: Snape lives and marries Hermione.—MLC with a twist turns into AU-sequel of DH with new dangers, old secrets, and much more.—Virtual penny dreadful. Many short episodes with adventure, romance, a dash of hurt/comfort, and a sprinkling of horror.
* Comments: At 251 chapters, this story is an epic. It expands on ''The tale of the Three Brothers'' very creatively. It also explores the art of Necromancy. Overall, very well done. This story is complete.
[=[[reviews:TheApprenticeAndTheNecromancer]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6191311/1/Wonder_what_happened_after_the_Battle_of_Hogwarts Ever wonder what happened to me after the Battle of Hogwarts?]]'' by [=KissedByFire=]
* Recommended by @/{{MaybeYesMaybeNo}}
* ''Synopsis'': Omni-canon one-shot of about five thousand words. Uses existing fanfiction material to outline everything that happens following book seven. The mega-happy ending from the early years, toward the Epilogue, and well beyond.
* ''Comments'': Written specifically for the members of tvtropes/fanfic/recommendations page.
** @/{{Darkaros}}: It's... interesting. It's a fairy-tale, super happy ending that honestly TastesLikeDiabetes in a [[GodModeSue "we just accomplished everything possible +1"]] sense. I wouldn't say it's a bad fic at all, but it just doesn't seem like something I'd ever pick up and read again. Entertaining read-through, however, and certainly does tie together many fanon concepts, as noted in the second chapter (author notes).
[=[[reviews:EverWonderWhatHappenedToMeAfterTheBattleOfHogwarts]]=]
''[[http://sciathan-file.livejournal.com/69180.html Death and King's Cross]]'' by sciathan file
* Recommended by Wookiee and Shinji117
* ''Synopsis:'' Who knew death had etiquette enough to be personalized? Post-DH Afterlife story.
* Comments: Absolutely amazing, beautifully written one-shot comprised of snippets of varying lengths featuring the dead characters, mostly those who died during ''Deathly Hallows''. Each afterlife is brilliantly tailored to the character (there's the epic meeting of [[spoiler:Fred Weasley]], mirrors, and James and Sirius), and leaves enough ambiguity and unanalyzed meaning to make the reader think for a long time and re-read over and over. It's also completely canon. Sirius and Dobby's interludes were especially poignant to this troper.
** Seconded. The ones that stood out for me were Peter's and Dumbledore's. I have only once ({{RE-TAKE}}) before actually had to cover my mouth to stop sobbing at a fanfic, and I certainly didn't expect to at the line "Sherbet Lemon?". Context (but MASSIVE spoiler): [[spoiler: he's offering it to Ariana and his mother]]. [[TearJerker Oh Gods.]]
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''[[http://fanfiction.portkey.org/index.php?act=read&storyid=8254&chapterid=1 Remembering With Joy]]'' by puck_nc.
* Recommended by Eoppen.
* ''Synopsis:'' An AU fic, H/Hr, where Harry and Hermione are remembering Ron on Mexico's ''Dia de los Muertos.''
* ''Comments:'' I loved this fic for its seamless combination of the world of Harry Potter and Mexican culture; Harry and Hermione are on holiday in Mexico after Voldemort's downfall, and know nothing about the Day of the Dead until they run smack into it. The part where they create a ''Dia de los Muertos'' altar in their hotel room, in memory of their fallen friend, is poignant and beautifully written.
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''[[http://www.cosforums.com/showthread.php?t=110679 The ASP at Hogwarts]]'' by Inkwolf
* Recommended by Sevenofdiamonds
* ''Synopsis'': The adventures of Albus Severus Potter in his first year at Hogwarts after he is sorted into Slytherin.
* ''Comments'': This fic is very much in the spirit of the earlier HP books. It's humorous, fun, and at times heartwarming and poignant. There's lots of small school adventures as well as an ongoing plot, and some great world building of the post-Voldemort culture. It also does a good job of portraying the Slytherin house and non-evil Slytherins.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6536945/1/ The Third Wizarding War: The Story of Miles Brand]]'' by [=McJunker=]
* Recommended by [=McJunker=]
* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension. At least one MoralEventHorizon once per story arc.
* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing and violence had by all. Basically, what would happen if a trio of villains instead of heroes were on the run during Deathly Hallows?
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[[/folder]]
[[folder: Shipping Fics]]
''Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2559745/1/Learning_to_Breathe Learning to Breathe]]'', by onoM
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter is 16 years old. He's already defeated Voldemort, with the help of his Godfather Sirius Black. Now he is in for the biggest challenge of his life: attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
* ''Comments'': Based on an idea originally posted by Jeconais, this is what happens when you mix ''HarryPotter'' and ''FullMetalPanic'' without actually making any kind of crossover. Harry plays the embattled war hero trying to fit into civilian life after killing Voldemort and being instructed to attend Hogwarts by Sirius, and he does so about as well as Sousuke does (Ginny, incidentally, takes up Kaname's role, though she plays it quite differently than Miss Chidori does). Despite the comical premise, the story is fairly serious and has occasionally gruesome scenes from battlefields and missions in Harry's past, so the faint of heart should be prepared to skip scenes here and there. What's more, by virtue of the premise Harry is something of an ultracompetent Super!Harry, but the focus of the story is much more on Harry trying to fit into civilian life than on Harry battling Death Eaters and he's not invincible by any means, so this isn't really detrimental to the story.
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''[[http://www.foreverfandom.net/viewstory.php?sid=10482 Love Me For the Beauty Within]]'' by Silverness ([[SlashFic slasher]])
* Recommended by @/{{Whatshisface}}
* ''Comments'': An interesting fan fic that halfway deconstructs gender-bending, and explores the effect it would have on someone.
[=[[reviews:LoveMeForTheBeautyWithin]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3160475/1/Harry_McGonagall Harry McGonagall]]'' and the sequel (still in progress) ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5820125/1/Harry_Potter_McGonagall Harry Potter McGonagall]]''
* Recommended by Shinji117
* Pairings: Harry/Hermione (but avoids RonTheDeathEater and DracoInLeatherPants)
* ''Synopsis'': After spending a day observing the Dursleys, [=McGonagall=] decides that Dumbledore is making a mistake in giving Harry to them. She waits until Albus leaves Potter on the doorstep before kidnapping him and giving him to her sister's family to take care of. To protect Potter, she also hides his scar and conceals his identity. And teaches him Occulmancy [[CrowningMomentOfFunny much to Snape's dismay.]] Harry and Hermione don't meet Ron at the station, and instead get put into Ravenclaw. [[CrowningMomentOfFunny Much]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome Awesomeness]] [[TheChessmaster Occurs]].
* ''Comments'': [[TheChessmaster Brainy!Potter and Hermione]] work very well together. The story explains why Harry is suddenly rather more intelligent than his canon-counterpart believably. The pairing actually makes sense (Ron doesn't ''meet'' Hermione for quite some time, and even then is in Gryffindor and has little impact on the story, and Ginny, like the entire wizarding world, doesn't know where 'The Chosen One' is or if he is alive). The HumiliationConga pulled on Snape is incredible, and the author seems to enjoy calling out logical flaws in the canon characters (for example, Blood Quills are illegal, with a possible Azkaban sentance for black artifacts. So Harry and Hermione report Umbridge to Amelia Bones. Problem solved. And then Harry asks Hermione if Umbridge really was stupid enough to think that they would be stubborn and put up with it.) The author doesn't seem to like Dumbledore all that much, catching him up in the HumiliationConga that hits Snape in the first year, and occasionally giving him the IdiotBall (most prominently in the trial), but it doesn't really detract from the story. All in all, one of the best Harry/Hermione fics I have run into. And don't instantly assume that just because Harry is in Ravenclaw the story is bad. It isn't.
** CaellachTigerEye: YMMV. There's no doubt it's well-written, but whether the ''style'' is you cup of tea depends. I personally am not a fan of stories giving such a ridiculous edge to Harry's side from the start, since it detracts from the well-balanced pacing of canon. Furthermore, the main characters' characterisation feels borderline Sue-ish. More importantly though, the author can ''not'' write children very well - they're either too immature for me to believe in, or far too mature and intelligent despite their age. It makes me wonder if the author has any experience with people of that age recently ... the writing might avert the DiLP or RtDE, but it still over-perfects Harry and Hermione in my eyes. And the romance is just ... ''painful''. People joke about Harry liking Hermione when he's ''eleven''. Seriously ... you only need read a few more stories to see the consistency in the author's narrative style as presented herein, which ditches proper character growth, development and change in favour of this, which tends to REALLY drag. Evidently, it has it's good points, but in my personal opinion they don't redeem the many faults ... the alt-fic ''Magical Relations'' is a better choice for a story in which early changes make for a less suspenseful plot (lack of suspense isn't bad, but when nothing else really appeals to you it's not something you'll want spend your time on ... As I said, good in many ways, just not necessarily in the ways I enjoy my fiction.
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''[[http://www.siye.co.uk/siye/viewstory.php?sid=11410 Harry Potter and the Twist of Time]]'' by Grand Poobah
* Recommended by Clendy82
* ''Comments'': I have rarely come across a fanfic of such high quality as this. A novel-length alternative version of the seventh year, this story stays extremely true to OriginalFlavor and canon compliance. I think it compares quite favorably to Rowling's own seventh-year work, though it is tilted much more heavily towards [[SlidingScaleOfIdealismVersusCynicism Idealism]] than ''The Deathly Hallows''. [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming Heartwarming moments]] abound, and I guarantee you will like the epilogue of this one much more than the official version. The only real complaint is that Harry is somewhat more ''pro''active than usual while Voldemort is somewhat more ''re''active. But that is a minor complaint at best. Highest possible recommendation.
** It's been pointed out to me that the version I posted above is somewhat abridged due to the censorship policy of the host site. After a little bit of digging, I've found the [[http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=1852 original version here]]. Be warned, there are several passages which can safely be considered NC-17. Very nice writing either way. You're not missing out on anything storywise by going with the edited version; it just depends on your own preferences. Do you take your stories LighterAndSofter? Or just a [[EroticDream little bit more risque]]? Or a [[GoodPeopleHaveGoodSex bit more risque]]? Or even something [[ConvenientlyCommonKink just a bit more]] than that?
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheTwistOfTime]]=]
''[[http://jeconais.fanficauthors.net/This_Means_War/index.php This Means War!]]'' by Jeconais
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Pairings'': Ginny/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': When the brothers Weasly make the mistake of scaring off Ginny's most recent boyfriend "for her own good", Ginny decides to get revenge by making a long-delayed move on Harry. What starts off as an amusing seduction attempt transforms into a prank war between the Weasly brothers and Harry while the students (and faculty) of Hogwarts place their bets. Somewhere along the way, the plot transforms into Harry finishing off Voldemort by completely wrecking his latest schemes with a lot of luck and "the power the Dark Lord knows not."
* ''Comments'': Not canon-compliant, and includes a retcon that saves Sirius's bacon after ''Order of the Phoenix,'' but is absolutely hilarious when it wants to be; this troper almost put himself in stitches when Fred and George reenacted the Frenchman scene from ''MontyPythonAndTheHolyGrail'' with Voldemort's Death Eaters during the siege of Hogwarts.
** Tentatively seconded by moberemk -- the fic is bloody hilarious, but towards the second half of the story it turns more into "Harry Is Perfect" suefic territory. Still funny, mind, but sometimes more in the category of So Bad that it's Good unintentional hilarity than actual jokes. He masters apparition in one lesson, fercryin'outloud!
*** Definite third by Goldstein. Yes, it can be seen as a sort of suefic of the perfect sue sort, I always felt it was more of a parody of such. The entire premise is more or less that Harry can literally do anything he wants, because he doesn't know what isn't possible. I felt that the plot excuses the almost Mary Sue characterization.
** Ronfar: I'm disappointed; I was promised an EscalatingWar of increasingly ridiculous pranks, and [[TheyWastedAPerfectlyGoodPlot didn't get it]]! It's amusing but rarely laugh-out-loud funny, and it seems to have been started before ''Half-Blood Prince'' was published. (It ignores all post-''Order of the Phoenix'' canon.) It's cute and competently written, but don't expect too much from it.
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''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/TPOU.html Paradigm of Uncertainty]], [[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/TSTNE.html The Show That Never Ends]],'' and ''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/HWATF.html Hero With A Thousand Faces]],'' by Lori (AU)
* Recommended by @/{{Darktalon}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Hermione
* ''Synopsis'': The first is an AlternateUniverse [[{{Shipping}} Harry/Hermione]] {{Continuation}} fic, written before ''Order of the Phoenix'' with enough twists to keep the attention of any fan who doesn't viscerally hate that pairing. The sequel dives headlong into MindScrew territory, and [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible many like it better for it.]] The third installment turns a major plot point of the series on its head, is even darker and {{MindScrew}}ier than its predecessors and sports a GainaxEnding.
* ''Comments'': Classics of the ''HarryPotter'' fandom. There is some mild [[SlashFic slash]] but (unlike the het content) nothing especially explicit. The [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ParadigmOfUncertainty/ Yahoo group]] contains some short stories from the same AlternateContinuity, as well as an authorised prequel duology that's also worth a read.
[=[[reviews:ParadigmOfUncertainty]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4079609/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Marriage_Contracts Harry Potter and the Marriage Contracts]]'' by Clell65619 (AU)
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, lanky, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Daphne Greengrass
* ''Synopsis:'' It's Harry's seventh year. The war with Voldemort is over -- aided by Neville Longbottom, Harry won, but no one knows ''how,'' only that the Dark Lord is no more. The cost? The discovery of the manipulating ways of Albus Dumbledore, and Harry's estrangement from him and his tools -- the Weasleys, particularly Ginny, and by extension Hermione, who was forced to choose between him and boyfriend Ron. The rewards? Now that he's visibly unattached ''and'' the greatest hero of the Wizarding World, every family wants to offer him their daughters, and the marriage contracts begin to descend on him in droves.
* ''Comments:'' A pleasant little romance story set in an alternate universe with a stock Evil!Dumbledore, liberally laced with both comedy and drama. I especially enjoyed the RunningGag of Harry and Neville frustrating Dumbledore by telling increasingly outlandish accounts of how Voldemort was defeated -- some of which are the plots of other well-known ''Potter'' fanfics. Be warned, though, that the story does include sexual topics, without actually being a {{lemon}}.
** lanky adds: It's well worth the read if you're willing to accept the fact that the Weasley family could actually be evil and manipulative. While that premise tends to be off-putting, extraordinarily good writing and bang-on humor make it palatable.
** Chuckg adds: While Evil!Weasleys are at least part of the plot, be warned that Remus also gets to die alone, miserable, unloved, and vilified, when such was entirely unnecessary for the storyline.
** @/LooneyToons: Clell has [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5835213/1/The_Marriage_Contracts_Redux rewritten the story]] to, in his words, "improve some of the story elements, cut down on the Weasley bashing, and generally make a bit more sense."
** @/EddieCurrent: The rewrites are MUCH reccomended. And you'll have read some of the fics Harry uses as tall tales... which makes it even funnier.
*** Though, Eddie adds, one should go in to Clell's fics warned that his Dumbledore ranges from misguided WellIntentionedExtremist to flat out CompleteMonster.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheMarriageContracts]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3717885/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Autumn_Swan Harry Potter and the Autumn Swan]]'' by Lord Akiyama (AU)
* Recommended by @/{{RubberLotus}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Cho, Sirius/[[spoiler:Hedwig]]
* ''Synopsis:'' If Harry had managed to ask Cho to the Yule Ball before Cedric did, how different would things turn out? See for yourself in this rewrite of books number four and up.
* ''Comments:'' A superb fanfic that sticks close to the books while still maintaining a believable Harry/Cho romance. Most notably, [[spoiler:Sirius doesn't die]].
** @/EddieCurrent would like to note that Akiyama deserves special praise for not having the ship he's writing instantly jump into each others arms, the cause of much wall banging in alternate ship fics. They are awkward with each other, they grow closer, they wonder at the emotions they are feeling... This is how to write the romance of a non-canon couple.
** @/{{Willyolio}}: WAT at Sirius's partner. that came out of nowhere. still not seeing where it's going. So far she seems like nothing more than an InnocentFanserviceGirl tossed in for AuthorAppeal. otherwise it's fairly good, though.
** While the story is quite interesting, its execution leaves something to be desired. This fic is guilty of one of the worst, most egregious violations of [[{{ptitleixk37p06}} Show, Don't Tell]] ever. Of all time. YourMilageMayVary.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheAutumnSwan]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1615369/1/Hufflepuff_existe ¡Hufflepuff existe!]]'' (Hufflepuff does exist!) by Tastatur. (In Spanish. SlashFic)
* Recommended by @/{{L-chan}}
* ''Pairings'': Justin Finn-Fletchey/[[spoiler:Cedric Diggory]], later Justin/Ernie Macmillan
* ''Synopsis'': Essentially, a retelling of ''Harry Potter'' books from the view of muggle-born student Justin Finn-Fletchey after he is sort into HufflepuffHouse, showing all what happens in the books from a interestingly different perspective.
* ''Comments'': Begins almost Gen, but soon goes into the exploration on Justin's sexual identity issues. One of the few fics who show love for what are the most neglected houses and characters in the setting. A good reading if you know Spanish; the author even [[http://tastatur.livejournal.com/ had a livejournal]] where she posted more explicit version of the chapters as well as the "making of" behind the writing.
[=[[reviews:HufflepuffExiste]]=]
''[[http://www.phoenixsong.net/fanfiction/story.php?cid=5363 I Saw My Lady Weep]]'' by Worldmaker
* Recommended by Jack Butler
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione
* ''Synopsis'': An emotionally dense look at what happens to the characters immediately following the end of ''Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows'', and how they are going to live their lives in the aftermath of the war.
* ''Comments'': Believable characterization and creative use of language, plus it avoids a lot of the pitfalls of fan fiction (it's not a MarySue fic, it's not wish fulfillment...). The story just feels literate. There are TearJerker moments, and it ends spectacularly. And you can't beat a story that takes its chapter titles from one of Peter Gabriel's best songs!
[=[[reviews:ISawMyLadyWeep]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3651661/1/What_I_Want_My_Words_to_Do_to_You What I Want My Words To Do to You]]'' by Ladymage Samiko
* Recommended by @/AcrossTheStars
* ''Pairings'': Hermione Granger/Severus Snape
* ''Synopsis'': The courtship of Hermione Granger and Severus Snape in epistolary form. Post-Hogwarts, not [=DH-compliant=].
* ''Comments'': Hands down the best Snape/Hermione fic this troper has ever read, and one of the best fics she's ever seen. In any fandom. Ever. Very much in character, very sophisticated writing... in short, sheer genius.
[=[[reviews:WhatIWantMyWordsToDoToYou]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4118571/1/Chronicles Chronicles]]'' by Josephinee
* Recommended by Still-li, Guessmyname
* ''Pairing'': [[GenerationXerox Rose Weasley/Scorpius Malfoy]]
* ''Synopsis'': Rose Weasly always considered Scorpius Malfoy one of the most annoying people she ever had the misfortune of meeting. year, however, deep down, she realises... he's even worse!
* ''Comments'': Very entertaining and well-written, with an awesome (and hilariously snarky) main character.
** Guessmyname: Seconding. See also the sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4845988/1/Paramnesia Paramnesia]]'', still in progress.
[=[[reviews:Chronicles]]=]
''[[http://summer-jackel.livejournal.com/17017.html Forever And A Day]]'' by summer_jackel
* Recommended by Joysweeper
* ''Pairing'': Remus Lupin/James Potter/Sirius Black
* ''Synopsis'': Several vignette-ish pieces about Remus, the sole remaining non-evil Marauder, remembering his relationship with James and Sirius.
* ''Warnings'': The author says it. "m/m/m, NC-17-ish, angsty, and involves critters, or at least wizards in non-human shape."
* ''Comments'': I don't often enjoy NC-17 type fics -- though really this is more R -- but I liked this one. It was reflective and sad. Not a PWP; "relationship" in this case is partly but ''not'' entirely euphemism. As for "critters", yeah the three of them have sex as animals and as humans, but not human-with-animal.
[=[[reviews:ForeverAndADay]]=]
''[[http://hp.adultfanfiction.net/story.php?no=600010641 The Issue of Mine Enemy]]'' by Perfesser N
* Recommended by @/MacPhisto
* ''Pairing'': Harry Potter/Bellatrix Lestrange [[spoiler:and Mariette Edgecombe, ''Moaning Myrtle'', Hermione Granger, Ginny Weasley, ''and'' Gabrielle Delacour]]
* ''Synopsis'': As Harry trains with Mad-Eye Moody for the inevitable Final Battle, Voldemort uses Bellatrix as a means of by-passing the ancient magic that's protected him all his life.
* ''Warning'': '''For Mature Audiences Only'''. Equal parts smut & romance. Violence.
* ''Comments'': Honestly, I was only looking to get off. But this (quite long) fic is a very entertaing read. Rather than giving Bellatrix the simply Leather Pants treatment, half the story is a set-up to her eventual [[spoiler: HeelFaceTurn]], without having to resort to cliches. It is, dare I say, not only my favorite HP fanfic, but my all-time favorite fanfic in general.
[=[[reviews:TheIssueOfMineEnemy]]=]
''[[http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=2672 Harry Potter and the Secret of the Golden Unicorn]]'' by Lord Wrackspurt
* Recommended by @/FooFighter
* ''Pairing(s)'': Harry/Ginny, Harry/Hermione, Harry/Fleur, Harry/Gabrielle, Harry/Luna
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate universe, a young wizard named Harry Potter comes of age in a time of civil war between wizarding factions. He learns the final secret of why he is the "chosen one" who can end the war and save his friends, but only by fulfilling his destiny.
* ''Warning'': Darkfic, Incest, Squick, Violence. Definitely [[NotSafeForWork NSFW]]
* ''Comments'': One of the last fics to be completed before Restrictedsection.org stopped accepting fics (thankfully the archive is still up) and boy did they go out with a bang. If Harry Potter met the Sin City verse in a back alley you'd get something like this.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheSecretOfTheGoldenUnicorn]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4576673/1/We_Sort_Too_Soon We Sort Too Soon]]'' by onoM
* Recommended by Elenor
* ''Pairing(s)'': Lily/James, one-sided Lily/Snape
* ''Synopsis'': An alternate universe in which Severus Snape prefers to be sorted into Griffindor to join Lily rather than head to Slytherin.
* ''Comments'': Snapes' still a dark bastard, so don't worry that the author will change him into a golden griff. If you don't feel close to tears by the end then you're clearly not human.
[=[[reviews:WeSortTooSoon]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5305220/1/Torture_Tears_and_Terrible_Temptations Torture, Tears and Terrible Temptations]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by @/MacPhisto
* ''Pairing(s):'' Bellatrix/Draco [[spoiler: Bellatrix/Voldemort]]
* ''Synopsis:'' After failing to kill Dumbledore, Voldemort orders that Draco be punished by his own sadistic aunt, Bellatrix Lestrange. But the condemned soon begins to develop feelings for his taskmaster. First lusftul, then... romantic? As time goes by, Bellatrix will realize her feelings as well. But where will her loyalties ultimately lie?
* ''Comments:'' This is a '''very''' well written drama, that is ultimately heartbreaking and tragic. Rated M for depictions of sex, viloence, and language. At 30 chapters, you probably won't be able to make it through in one sitting. But the ending is well worth the wait. As I said with my previous recommendation, I don't just post anything here -- this is on my short list for all-time favorite fan fic.
[=[[reviews:TortureTearsAndTerribleTemptations]]=]
''[[http://www.siye.co.uk/siye/series.php?seriesid=146 Forced Maturity]]'' by pseudonym (AU)
* Recommended by @/ShayGuy, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after Harry's first year, the spirits of his parents decide to help him the only way they can: having him dream the next five years of his life, everything from the flying Ford Anglia rescue through the end of ''Half-Blood Prince''. Of course, memories of dreams tend to evaporate after awakening, but what's left is still enough to make things...interesting.
* ''Comments'': This is what happens when you remove the actual ''foreknowledge'' from a PeggySue fic, leaving only skills, maturity, and instinctive emotional responses (with special emphasis on Harry now being in love with Ginny, but also examining his reactions to her diary, Scabbers, Dumbledore, Snape, Malfoy, and Neville). The author manages to produce some very clever twists on the source material, deftly dodging the "make it all better" bullet in the process -- some things are learned much earlier than others, some later, and some things get ''much worse'' than they were in canon. (Also? ''Excellent'' basilisk fight.) Currently nearing the end of ''Chamber of Secrets''.
** @/UncloudedTJ: Seconded I wasn't expecting much when I read the premise thinking it would be a retelling of canon, but I was very mistaken. At first is seems almost completely the same but soon Harry's maturity causes events to forgo canon and end with something dramatically different. Not AnyoneCanDie territory ''yet'', but certainly feels like it's heading that way. Also the expected pairing is done rather well for apparently questionable ages involved in the story.
** @/ShayGuy: Just wanted to add a caveat to my rec, now that ''Chamber of Secrets'' is complete: the quality seems to slack off a bit in that part's denouement, partly due to the increased focus on the pairing, which I found excessive and thus tiresome (note how few times Rowling deemed it necessary to use the words "I love you"), and partly due to some magic-related wonkiness. (Specifically, [[spoiler:Ginny having all Riddle's pre-diary memories ''and'' being a Parselmouth]]? Also, the "soul age" concept in itself fits well with the Age Line in canon, but I don't care what pseudonym says, an emotionally traumatized 11-year-old ''is still 11 years old''.)
[=[[reviews:ForcedMaturity]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4367121/1/The_First_Day The First Day]]'' by little0bird
* Recommended by @/JekWindu2
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis:'' Follows the major characters (and a few minor ones) through the first year of the war. Canon-compliant for the most part, except for things that could easily change between the timeframe of the story and the time reference for the post-series canon.
* ''Comments:'' Labels itself a shipping fic, and while the Harry/Ginny romance is handled extremely well, I find that the piece's greatest strength comes from its ability to multitask. The Ron/Hermione parts or the Fred/Katie parts are less numerous than the aforementioned couple, but their characterizations feel just as strong. One thing I like in particular is how Molly is handled. In most shipping fics I've read, she's either a thundering bear or a roaring mouse. This is one of the few who portray as a ''mother''. My only complaint is one that be stretched to cover most post-DH fics: as of this recommendation the story has 52 chapters and there simply isn't a plot beyond "this is what they do now." Definitely worth a read, especially if you like shipping fics that don't exclude other characters.
[=[[reviews:TheFirstDay]]=]
''[[http://asylums.insanejournal.com/ginfics/11265.html Cleaning]]'' by gm weasley (AU)
* Recommended by tenoreyequetis
* ''Pairing(s):'' Remus/Tonks
* ''Synopsis:'' Tonks and Lupin's relationship from Kreacher's POV, told while Kreacher is running his daily errands in Grimmauld place.
* ''Comments'': A short, funny one-shot fic told from an interesting angle that takes place in the background of ''Order of the Phoenix''. It's also one of the only decent Remus/Tonks fics I've ever come across -- it's non-fluffy, non-angsty, and non-squicky. Rated PG (with the exception of certain [[IfYouKnowWhatIMean implications]]).
[=[[reviews:Cleaning]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5244417/ Hocus Pocus, Adele Polkiss]]'' by Ecmm
* Recommended by Person With Many Aliases, @/LooneyToons
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Titular OC
* ''Synopsis:'' Every year, as Harry goes off to Hogwarts, Piers Polkiss' younger sister is left to wait till the arrival of summer, waiting till she can get a little glimpse of the magic she wants to still believe in.
* ''Comments'': The story runs concurrent to the books, so there's not much deviation. It calls itself a shipping fic, but I find the OC itself much more interesting than any bother about the romance. Adele is a unique character, equally as bratty as her brother when we first see her, and completely [[{{Muggles}} normal]]. The story is worth checking out for seeing the story from the perspective of someone who has to deal with wanting more than anything else to be part of an adventure, but regardless is the one left behind when the adventure starts.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. This is nice little fic, with an interesting point of view and a character who grows on you as she grows up yet somehow still remains a bit of a brat even at 18. Oh, and it's complete, which is always a plus, with a little extra scene as a bonus.
[=[[reviews:HocusPocusAdelePolkiss]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3814832/1/Care_of_Magical_Creatures Care of Magical Creatures]]'' by mia madwyn (contains lemons)
* Recommended by Fenro, @/EddieCurrent
* Pairing(s): SS/HG
* Synopsis: Seventh Year student Hermione Granger decides to marry the one eligible wizard who did not ask for her-the horrid but powerful Severus Snape.
* Comments: This is one of the best Marriage Law Challenge fics I have ever read. This story is complete.
** Eddie adds: With non-canon couples, I have to be saying "yeah, that's how it'd happen." This does that. Brilliantly.
[=[[reviews:CareOfMagicalCreatures]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1914645/1/Velvet_Sidekicks Velvet & Sidekicks ]]'' by Anguis
* Recommended by [=FatRat=]
* ''Pairings'': Gregory Goyle/Millicent Bulstrode
* ''Synopsis'': Because, as much as books and movies tell us otherwise, perfect people don’t ''live.'' A tribute to the imperfect.
* ''Comments'': A really sweet plotless little one-shot focusing on two much overlooked characters.
[=[[reviews:VelvetSidekicks]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2841153/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Sword_of_Gryffindor Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/881050/cloneserpents Cloneserpents]].
* Recommended by: @/{{Darkaros}}, @/FooFighter, @/{{Willyolio}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Hermione, Ron/[[spoiler: Luna]], Lupin/Tonks in the background, and [[spoiler: one instance of [[{{Squick}} Arthur/Molly]]]]
* Synopsis: "Spurned on by a perverted ghost, Harry stumbles on a naughty, yet very special book. With the rituals found in this book, Harry gains power and leads his friends in the hunt for Voldemort's Horcruxes. EROTIC COMEDY" (Obviously, {{NSFW}})
* Comments: How to describe. Its part smut, part Harry/Hermione romance, part comedy, and part crack. Gryffindor is a horny ghost and Harry and friends search for Horcruxes... and encounter the most crack-filled, hilarious mini-adventures ever along the way. Highly recommended, [[IReadItForTheArticles more because of the comedy]], I swear. Mild Weasly (As in, Ron and Ginny only) bashing, at least compared to the author's other works.
** @/{{Willyolio}}: agreed, it's hilarious. If you don't mind the sex (and there's a lot of that), it's still full of comedy and it has a decent plot, too. If you do like reading smut, those parts are written pretty well too.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheSwordOfGryffindor]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5435295/1/The_Bonds_of_Blood The Bonds of Blood]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1229909/Darth_Marrs Darth Marrs]]
* Recommended by @/{{Willyolio}}
* Pairings: Harry/Ginny, Sirius/Rosmerta
* Synopsis: Harry accidentally soul bonds with Ginny in the Chamber of Secrets when Diary!Riddle is feeding off Ginny's soul. Standard soul-bond-fic stuff happens: they get more powerful, they need physical contact, they gain a few other powers as well.
* Comments: Despite the pretty standard synopsis above, there's one thing that really sets this work apart from the other "soul bond" fics i've read: Harry and Ginny develop normally. Instead of instantly understanding each other, or falling in love as soon as it happens, their reaction to their need for physical contact is perfectly appropriate for a 12- and 11-year old: "eeeeeeeeeewwww!" The telepathy they share leads to a lot of bickering. They ''grow up'' experiencing puberty together and all the fun that entails. On top of that, the adults are reasonable, if uncomfortable, with the situation, instead of it being "Harry + Ginny together vs. Adults who just don't understand".
** Also contains one of the most hilarious instances of TheTalk in literary history:
-->'''Sirius:''' Know what sex is?
-->'''Harry:''' Er, mostly.
-->'''Sirius:''' Do it before you're sixteen and I'll kick your ass.
-->'''Harry:''' Oh, okay.
* Warning : AnyoneCanDie
[=[[reviews:TheBondsOfBlood]]=]
''[[http://kibatsu.livejournal.com/14375.html Nights of Gethsemane]]'' by Starcrossed
* Recommended by @/{{JBlaze}}
* Pairings: Harry/Snape, Harry/Ginny
* Warnings: slash, underage, [[spoiler: dubious consent, non-consent, graphic torture, explicit sex, exhibitionism, slavery, character deaths, drug use/addiction, bondage]]
* Synopsis: Harry is a prisoner of the Dark Lord and Snape his prison guard. Completely cut off from the outside world, Harry struggles to hold himself intact as he is forced to rely on Snape for everything. Yet Snape may not be all that he appears...
* Comments: Clocking in at over 350k words, this one's a doozy. This has got to be the darkest and most horrifying slash fic I've read all the way through. Why? Because it's utterly ''brilliant''. Starcrossed doesn't derail the characters, but she definitely pushes the envelope, [[EvenTheDogIsAshamed sometimes far past]] what I'd typically stand to read. The entire thing is extremely cerebral though, and her writing style is utterly sublime. Her use of dreams and literary references, which typically comes off as banal and cliche in lesser fics, deserves special note. Unlike a lot of dark fics, such as the [[YourMileageMayVary oft-noted]] ''Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness'', you never feel like any of the characters are thrown under the bus for the sake of {{wangst}}. This is not a fic for the faint of heart or anyone looking for an easy, quick, or fun read. Starcrossed really challenges her readers, keeping them guessing. It starts off horrible and gets better, [[spoiler: or does it?]]. It is complete, with an epilogue in the works. Be forewarned though, [[spoiler: the ending is just as ambiguous as the entire fic]].
[=[[reviews:NightsOfGethsemane]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4842696/1/Reparations Reparations]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1550773/Saras_Girl Sara's Girl]]
* Recommended by Lyra Orion
* Pairings: Harry/Draco
* Warnings: slash, explicit sex, drug use/addiction
* Comments: Even though it may look short at 10 chapters, the chapters are HUGE. It's not quite an epic, but it's very long and will definitely take more than one night to read. However, it's totally worth it. It's a fic set after the War of Hogwarts and is DH compliant (except for the epilogue), and has a really interesting take on each character. Every OC in the story is absolutely delightful and feel like a part of the original cast. Even with some serious subject matter, there's plenty of brilliant humour and cute moments that relieve some tension. Definitely worth a read.
[=[[reviews:Reparations]]=]
''[[http://www.walkingtheplank.org/archive/viewstory.php?sid=2988&warning=4 The White Road]]'' by [[http://www.walkingtheplank.org/archive/viewuser.php?uid=515 Perverse-idyll]]
* Reccomended by @/{{nekovita}},Fenro
* Pairings: Harry/Snape, Lily/Snape
* Synopsis: One day, comfortably set up in the afterlife, Lily Evans Potter switches on the telly and gets hooked on the Harry Potter show.
* Warnings: Slash, Explicit Sex and Violence
* Comments: You'd think, due to the synopsis, that this fic is going to be lighthearted and silly, or maudlin and straightforward-- I did, and I almost passed it up, but boy was I wrong. This story isn't simple; it's engaging, thoughtful and heart-wrenching. The writing is vivid and very detailed. It deals with all of the characters in a caring manner, without vilifying anyone. I especially liked the exploration of Snape and Lily's relationship when they were younger, the focus on the things she didn't notice when she was an adolescent, her interactions with Tom, her very visceral reactions to the things she sees and [[spoiler: the juxtaposition between Harry's two different but possible futures, and what brings him to each one]]. Out of all of fic I've read, this is definitely one of my very favorites. Even if you don't like the main pairing, it's worth a try.
** This story is so... so... there are no words. Just read it.
[=[[reviews:TheWhiteRoad]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6002834/1/Igniting_the_Sea Igniting the Sea]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2106788/Bedelia Bedelia]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* Paring(s): Percy/Hermione, Ron/Hermione, Audrey/Percy, Harry/Ginny
* Synopsis: Ron is abducted after the war. Hermione, Harry, and the Weasleys slowly give up all hope of finding him alive. Love sneaks up on Hermione when she befriends Percy, but what will happen when Ron is returned to them?
* Warnings: Explicit Sex
* This is fic is still in progress, and is extremely well written. Although the Percy/Hermione pairing may be off putting at first, their relationship is well developed, and entirely engrossing. It also doesn't hurt that the fic often gives ShoutOuts and references to LesMiserables, {{Shakespeare}}, and ThePrincessBride.
[=[[reviews:IgnitingTheSea]]=]
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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/70312/Barb_LP Barb]]
* Recommended by Bufu, @/UncloudedTJ, boonerunner
* I'm rather surprised that Barb hasn't been mentioned already -- she was one of the bigger names in the fandom just a few years ago. Guess many of her readers have grown up and moved on -- she was most active in that productive period before ''Order of the Phoenix'''s publication. Anyway, her entire ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is some of the best written stuff I've had the pleasure to read. Yes, the romance can get dramatic to the point of soap opera melodrama, and yes -- since this was written at the half way point of the series, much has been revealed to be completely different from the world she created. Nevertheless, I still consider her work some of the best I've read, and would highly encourage you to check it out, starting with ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/288212/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Psychic_Serpent Harry Potter and the Psychic Serpent]]''. Feel free to chime in with your own thoughts -- I'd like to hear them, even if you don't agree with me. Trying to get in that pre-''[=OotP=]'' mindset may help.
** @/UncloudedTJ: Her work was the first good fanfiction I'll admit to reading. The second in the trilogy, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/699701/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Time_of_Good_Intentions Harry Potter and the Time of Good Intentions]]'', is one of the best looks at an AU I've ever seen and how it comes about is shocking. Granted I think it went downhill towards the end of the trilogy but up to the middle of the third story it was all very well done work.
** vick86: The ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is one of the best examples of {{growing the beard}} in fanfiction. The first book does suffer from a number of bad (Harry Potter) fanfiction cliches. This is to be forgiven however when one considers that this is one of the earlier book-length works and most of the cliches weren't cliches when it was written, but rather became cliches after other works started using some of the same ideas. The second book throws the AU curveball and it turns into one of the best series you'll ever read. It's definitely worth it to sit through some of the bad stuff in the first book to reach the greatness of the sequels.
[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/after_the_rain/ All After the Rains's Harry Potter fics]]
* Recommended by @/{{Micah}}, @/{{DomaDoma}}
* She writes with a dry but periodically hilarious tone and plots of the inevitable-in-hindsight variety. I'm particularly fond of ''The Adventures of Icarus the Invisible Poltergeist'' and ''Running Close to the Ground''.
** Seconded by @/{{DomaDoma}}: Agreed. My favorites are ''Mordant'' and ''Correspondence Course'' -- the latter of which, alas, being the only one completely unscathed by new canon in the whole ensemble. Still, if you can get into that between-books mood, fantastic stuff.
** Thirded by @/{{Verity}}, who would also highly rec her ''Remedial History''.
[[http://planescapecomic.com/harrypotter Harry Potter Comics]]'''' post-book comic series by Travers & Rioux Jordan. (Canon-Compliant)
* Recommended by Swiftbow
** Seconded by @/{{Darkmane}}. Works unexpectedly well as a comic book, with pictures made from photos of lego toys. There's a highly interwoven storyline and it's done with a very generous touch of humour. Read with an open mind and do not expect anything too serious. Haters of comic books stay away; and by contrast it's a must read for comic book fans, as they will recognize and enjoy the change in narration, which works very well in graphic novel format.
* This is an ongoing webcomic (done with Harry Potter legos) following the plot after the epilogue of the books. It follows several different story arcs, including Harry, Ron, and Hermione, their children at Hogwarts, a set of villains who have combined Muggle technology with magic, and a displaced Muggle Sheriff and his Deputy. From Texas. It updates twice a week.
[[http://fanfiction.mugglenet.com/viewuser.php?uid=90372 Neville Longbottom]]'''' series by Sonorus. (AU)
* Recommended by e of pi
* One of the best takes on the Neville-Longbottom-is-chosen-instead-of-Harry storyline I've seen. He's written AU versions of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets,'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban,'' ''Goblet of Fire,'' and chapter one of "Order of the Phoenix." He's a very regular poster, and the story is top-notch. Moreover, much like in ''DA & the Year of Darkness,'' we really see the evolution and emergence of the sword-waving Neville a lot earlier, rather than some Neville-is-chosen fics where Neville's pathetic failures are just an excuse for some Harry-Potter-saves-the-world action.
* Seconded by [=PhoenixFTW=]
''[[http://www.lomara.org/sbp/ The Shoebox Project]]'' (Non-graphic slash, incomplete)
* Recommended by @/{{Rinny}}, @/YoAdrian
* It's pretty much the only fanfic I still even bother to read. Shame it isn't updated quite as often anymore, though.
* Strongly seconded by @/YoAdrian: Oh god, where to start. Best Marauders-era fic I've ever read. The humor is superb -- Rave and Jaida have a knack for teenaged-boy hijinks. Young Peter Pettigrew has a very well-done StartOfDarkness, and is treated as a real character. There are several beautiful [[AMythologyIsTrue Mythology Nods]], at least one of which made this troper cry. Many of the background characters in the books get a bit more flesh on them, such as the Prewett twins -- the Marauders' idols. Definitely worth a read -- doesn't update very often, but worth the wait.
* Thirded by Pavlovas: Beautiful, beautiful fanfic. One of the best ever written. Unfortunately, both authors have practically confirmed its status as a {{Dead Fic}}. However, what has been written is glorious; all of the characters, even some of the minor ones that the books mention in passing, have been fleshed out wonderfully and despite being a truly hilarious piece of writing, it has quite a few touching moments at times. The original home-page link is dead because someone hacked the site in late 2008 but thankfully, Lomara converted each and every file into PDF.
* Fourthed by this troper: It's beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. If you haven't read it, go read it NOW. It's the Marauders in the flesh, funny and moving and so utterly ''them''. Honestly, would probably sell my soul to be able to write like this. The slash isn't very obvious, by the way, so don't be off-put by it.
* Fifthed by this other troper: it's bloody fantastic. All the characters are written ''perfectly'': Remus, Sirius, James, Lily, Snape, even Peter -- ''all'' of them are completely three-dimensional people, with character progression that clearly leads them towards becoming their older canon counterparts we know from the books (and it thankfully ''doesn't'' fall into traps with the characters which are all too common in Harry Potter fandom[[hottip:*:e.g. James and Sirius the [[JerkJock sociopathic bullies]], Snape the innocent [[TheWoobie woobie]], Wormtail the blithering idiot, etc.]]). As for the story itself, it's brilliant -- and while there ''is'' slash, it doesn't read as contrived or out of character. In my mind, this fic is to JK Rowling's books as TheThrawnTrilogy is to the StarWars movies.
* Now has [[FanFic/TheShoeboxProject its own TV Tropes page]].
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1034541/Kurinoone The Dark Prince]]'' Trilogy by Kurinoone (AU, some child abuse, some fighting, Dark Harry -- kind of)
* Recommended by Elenor
* All canon pairings. Lily/James, Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione, etc.
* The trilogy in order is ''The Darkness Within'', ''A Part of Me'' and ''Deepest Reflections''. So far the first one has been translated into Spanish, German, Russian, Portuguese, and French. The first two have been nominated for awards. This is honestly the best AU I have read. The characters are consistent and believable. Everyone is given depth so you can understand what drives them instead of the author making "good guys" and "bad guys" as subtle as a sledge hammer. No one changes in a day. Even the OC is likable and clearly not a self-insertion or a (shudder) Mary-Sue.
** Clendy82: There is only one drawback that I see: [[spoiler: Damien]] Potter? Seriously? You couldn't have gone with, I don't know, Jason? Or Brandon? Derek? Daniel? Of all the names out there for an obstinately non-evil character, you had to pick the most ridiculous of the lot? Despite the overall goodness of the story so far, the sheer idiocy of that name almost made me shut it down right then and there.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/632060/Dazzleberry Dazzleberry's]] fanfics
* Recommended by @/{{Kilyle}}
* The trilogy of ''Still Waters Run Deep'', ''Bittersweet'', and ''Tomorrow We May Die'' (which is now housed offsite for some reason) is the one I read the most, although I don't much like the first one (MarySue more than the other two, I think). Very OC for Snape, IMO, although it does play his angst up pretty neatly, and works well with how he feels as a double agent (''hugely'' at the end of the second story). Still, it's one of the fanfics I've found to meet these criteria: Snape as main character, love as major plot, not filled with pointless sex, '''''heterosexual''''', and not Snape-with-Hermione.
** Oh, and Dazzleberry has a fic highlighting how the Ministry of Magic messes with Lupin's life through unending rules and regulations, and that fic runs parallel to the second (?) part of the trilogy. Both fics, by the way, work within the basic underpinnings of the story, but from Snape or Lupin's point-of-view, rather than that of the kids, and the kids are portrayed a bit less sympathetically than normal; there's major Wangst at points, and Snape's love ends up pregnant by the end. And the story branches off from canon early on, due in part to being written while only half the series was published (the author debated about changing things to line up with canon, but decided to just go with what she had).
[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/a_j_hall/ A. J. Hall's]] trilogy. (Slash Draco/Neville)
* Recommended by @/{{Robert}}:
* Some [[CookieCutterFic unconventional characterization]], but is well written, and includes a cross-over with Bujold's ''VorkosiganSaga'' series.
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/164445/ Squib Tales]]'' by Ozma
* Recommended by @/{{Robert}}
* A series from [[ADayInTheLimelight Filch's point of view]]. Good characterization and world building.
''[[http://sam-storyteller.livejournal.com/tag/stealing%20harryverse The Stealing Harryverse]]'' by Sam the Storyteller (aka Sam Vines aka Copperbadge)
* Recommended by Lavanya Six, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]]
* An AU stemming from a simple question: What if Lucius Malfoy, not Sirius Black, had caught up with Peter Pettigrew first? Well, basically, Sirius stays a free man and (along with Remus) takes the place of Ms. Figg in watching Harry grow up at the Dursleys... until one day, when Harry is eight years old, Sirius and Remus find out just how badly the Dursleys treat Harry. AU through the middle of Year 3 so far.
** I have to give this fic the highest recommendation possible. The dialogue, plot, and character development is top notch. Sam's world building is very insightful into things canon takes for granted, like the makers of the Mirror of Erised or the historical origins for Purebloodness being rooted in Roman colonization of the British Isles.
** Needs a warning for the Sirius/Remus pairing, though.
** Now officially a DeadFic, with a summary of what was to have been up. Damn it.
''The FanFic/{{Dangerverse}}'' by Anne Walsh (Alternate sites [[http://stories.trycanta.com/fics/ here]] and [[http://whydoyouneedtoknow.fanficauthors.net/Harry_Potter.php here]])
* Recommended by @/{{Lizzie}}; @/RitiTroll; @/{{Seraviel}}
* A superb multiverse spawned from the existence of an older, college-age, sister for Hermione. More intricate than Canon.
** @/LooneyToons: Cautious second. The initial stories sweep you up and carry you along with their writing; the author is very skilled and does a great job at an alternate universe that feels right and manages to hew closely to the general outline of canon while still being highly divergent (that's not a contradiction, much as it seems like it might be). My caution is that after the first four or so installments, and the first few branchings into various parallel universes within the series, I lost track of where I was and subsequently lost interest in following the stories. Without a good solid central thread to follow, I had no motivation to keep reading. If you're better at that, or less concerned about it, then ignore my caution and jump right in.
** @/RitiTroll: Solid Third. I almost like some of the [=AUs=] (Returnverse, Be Careful) More than I do the main verse.
** @/{{Seraviel}}: Fourth. The length of the main stories might stump new readers, but the quality makes it worthwhile.
** @/{{Roo}}: Fifth, but mostly for the first story, ''Living With Danger.'' The later stories begin dragging a bit and introduces some really cringe-worthy plot points... and it's clear that Anne Walsh is much more at home with writing Harry and co. as small children rather than teenagers, which is probably why later stories don't feel anywhere near as inspired. A few of the other [=AUs=] are quite decent, but with the possible exception of the surprisingly fun ''Till We Reach That Day'' (which was rewritten into ''True Colors,'' which I haven't read yet), none of them are quite as engaging as that first story.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/492315/citygirl1116 citygirl1116]]
* Recommended by J the Drafter
* Everything she's written is hilarious, especially ''Harry Potter and the Overdone Plot Devices''. She hasn't written anything new in a while, though.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/~lightningonthewave Sacrifices Arc]] by Lightning on the Wave (Very Long Completed [=AUs=], Heavy Violence, Slash)
* Recommended by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], notsarah, starryblue, The Blood Sharpie
* ''Comments'': A seven fic series and related oneshot "Maze of Light," each novel-length work replaces its corresponding canon counterpart, and Lightning increasingly diverges from the source. Despite the oft-(mis)used premise "what if Slytherin!Harry had a BWL!twin," the plot manages to stay original and creative throughout, with truly inspiring [[ShoutOut shout-outs]] to canon events. Canon characterizations aren't exactly possible, but there's a surprising amount of Original Flavor nonetheless. [[MagnificentBastard Snape]] is especially brilliant, and while Lightning never loses sight of the reality that spawned him, he progresses to the point of possibly being better than what JKR ever got around fleshing out. [[YourMileageMayVary BE WARNED]]: the author really knows how to [[AnyoneCanDie turn on the water-works]], and pays careful attention to everything -- which means that while character interaction often = CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming and setting establishment/development = MadeOfWin, wartime realities = NightmareFuel. The dark tone does threaten to overwhelm things occasionally, but Lightning somehow knows just when things are heading towards unbearable, and is as good at inducing CrowningMomentOfFunny as she is at creating tension.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1619871/Vekin87/ Albus Potter Series]] by Vekin87
* Recommended by windweaver19
* ''Synopsis'': Gen fic focusing on Albus Potter and his time in Hogwarts. Albus is sorted into, not Gryffindor, but Slytherin much to everyone's surprise but his own brother. Conflict quickly ensues.
* ''Comments'': When I first read these stories I had to remind myself quite harshly that it wasn't canon. Vekin does a good job of blending canon bits with his own ideas for an entertaining read that is still very reminiscent of Rowling's story. Several of the characterizations are funny and he's almost as good at sparking EpilepticTrees among his fans as Rowling is. Story is in progress and currently at the start of year 4.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1228238/DisobedienceWriter DisobedienceWriter]]
* Recommended by Tikigod784, @/LooneyToons
* ''Comments'': Recommended because this author takes many of the stereotypical situations you often see in fanfiction (such as Dark!Harry and PeggySue) and writes them well. It should be noted that Dumbledore bashing is prevalent, but explained clearly in every story. Harry also tends to be more logical and cautious than canon. To be perfectly honest, if you read two or three of his stories, you'll know what reading his other HP stories (as well as his 'FanficRecs/{{Naruto}}' stories) feels like.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded; note that [=DisobedienceWriter=] already has at least one story recommended elsewhere on this page, the cracktastic ''A Bad Week at the Wizangamot''.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1265079/Lomonaaeren Lomonaaeren]]
* Recommended by @/JBlaze
* ''Comments'': Highly recommended if you happen to like Draco/Harry [[FoeYay slash]]. This author has written over 100 fics of varying lengths (some very long, and some meaty oneshots too) -- all of them some of the very best the fandom has to offer. The Ceremonies of Strife trilogy is especially recommended for one of the best continuation series I've read. Lomonaaeren is one of those rare authors that doesn't neglect plotting to get to the romance.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1931446/ Princess Marauder]]
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* If you like excellent writing, wonderful characterization, comedy, and the Marauders, you should check out all of her Harry Potter fics. She currently has seven HP fics: three complete and four in-progress. They're all worth the read.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1443437/ little0bird]]
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* All the author's fics are Harry Potter and all of them are possibly the best I've ever read! All the characters are perfectly in canon, even in her Next Gen fics. It appears the author either doesn't know about the canon Next Gen or they decided to let their imagination flow and made characters of their own. Either way, their writing is amazing and worth the read.
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[[folder: General Fics]]
''Stories focused on the family and the friendly relationships of the cast. Plot-focused stories or light day-in-the-life stories. Pretty much anything that doesn't fit into one of the other folders.''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684167/1/Lovers_in_a_Dangerous_Time Lovers in a Dangerous Time]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/836277/xXfireXflyXx xXfireXflyXx]]
* Recommended by @/BlitheCynic
* ''Synopsis'': At twenty-nine years of age, Bellatrix Black is chain-smoking, promiscuous, chronically bored, and still living with her parents until her introduction to the Dark Lord transforms her life into an exhilarating whirlwind of passion, murder, and unrequited love.
* ''Comments'': As canon as it can be, as Bella's back story/relationship with Voldemort is barely explored in the books. Excellent characterization and intriguing backstory. The time-line is a little bit off, but everything else makes up for it and most of the errors can be fixed mentally.
[=[[reviews:LoversInADangerousTime]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4714715/1/Renegade_Cause Renegade Cause]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1613119/Silens_Cursor Silens Cursor]]
* Recommended by @/USABobcat
* ''Synopsis'': At the start of Order of the Phoenix, the Ministry comes to take Harry into custody for using a Patronus charm in front of a Muggle. Harry, warned by Dumbledore to not let them destroy his wand, defends himself. Things change.
* ''Comments'': An in-depth look at the darker arts of Magic, the darker forms of politics, and the darker morals. And not just Voldemort or Fudge, for once.. Harry makes difficult decisions, Voldemort delves in Spell Creation, and it is very violent.
[=[[reviews:RenegadeCause]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5176787/1/Thou_Shalt_Not_Suffer Thou Shalt Not Suffer]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/933175/TheWizardsHarry The Wizards Harry]]
* Recommended by [[http://liquid-molasses.livejournal.com/ Liquid-Molasses]]
* ''Synopsis'': An emotionally realistic take on the idea of a fundamentalist Christian being invited to Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Still in-progress but interesting so far, and it deals with the issue without being anti-religion.
** Seconded--a little cautiously--by @/{{MtheR}}. The first couple chapters have a few persistent spelling errors and typos, but nothing distracting. The [=OC=] at the center of the story is flawed but likeable, and the representation of Slytherin so far looks to be one of the most balanced and realistic I've seen in a fanfiction. Mostly I'm recommending because it's the first Harry Potter fanfiction in ages to hold my attention past the fifth chapter.
[=[[reviews:ThouShaltNotSuffer]]=]
''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Apprentice_Potter/index.php Apprentice Potter]]'' and its sequels, ''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Journeyman_Potter/index.php Journeyman Potter]]'' and ''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Master_Potter/index.php Master Potter]]'' (in progress) by Draco664 (All AU)
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': A HarryPotter AlternateUniverse that diverges shortly after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix''. Instead of letting Harry return to Hogwarts for his sixth year, Mad-Eye Moody arranges an apprenticeship for him, with a mysterious and infuriating new master.
* ''Comments:'' Includes [[CharacterizationTags Fem!Blaise, Angry!Angry!Really Angry!Harry,]] and poly shipping.
** A little slow at first but picks up rather well. Unfortunately due to its age it has a few instances of the later canon books deterring some plot points but overall the story works well and integrates the later books when possible.
** @/{{Nornagest}}: Technically competent and usually enjoyable. Unfortunately it makes a few fanficcy structural mistakes -- but my standards are ridiculously high, and I did manage to get through it anyway.
[=[[reviews:ApprenticePotter]]=]
''[[http://rowen-r.livejournal.com/13032.html The Most Grievous and Lamentable Tragedy of the Death of Lord Voldemort]]'' by rowen_r
* Recommended by @/{{Micah}}, @/AcrossTheStars
* ''Synopsis'': ''Harry Potter'' meets Jacobean revenge tragedy.
* ''Comments'': Written pre-''Half Blood Prince''. Has stage directions like "[In a manner suggestive of profound, puppy-kicking evil]" and "[Makes frightening groaning noises just for the hell of it, the scamp]".
** It's probably twice as funny for anyone familiar with Renaissance literature, especially Shakespeare and Marlowe, so English majors, theatre majors, and [=AP=] Lit students will probably laugh harder than anyone else.
* Thirded--or is it fourth-ed?--by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]]. Note that above troper is spot-on, however.
[=[[reviews:TheMostGrievousAndLamentableTragedyOfTheDeathOfLordVoldemort]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3639659/1/A_Bad_Week_at_the_Wizengamot A Bad Week At The Wizengamot]]'' by [=DisobedienceWriter=]
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, Comartemis, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], lanky, Chuckg, @/{{Dor}}, @/RitiTroll, @/{{Seraviel}}, timeywimey, [=T7F=]
* ''Synopsis'': After Harry Potter is convicted by the Wizengamot for defending himself against the dementors the summer after his fourth year and goes wandless into exile, Cornelius Fudge is certain all is now well with the world. At least until Harry's revenge begins...
* ''Comments'': Funny short story set in an AlternateUniverse that looks much bleaker than canon... at least at first. Features Cornelius Fudge as the ultimate [[{{Dilbert}} Pointy-haired Boss.]]
** Seconded by @/{{Comartemis}}: Best Humiliation Conga I've ever read. Just make sure you aren't [[SpitTake drinking anything]] while you read.
** Thirded by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], as she's convinced this fic is undiluted CrowningMomentOfFunny. For that matter, she's convinced author [=DisobedienceWriter=] is made of CrowningMomentOfAwesome.
** This. This is how you perform a HumiliationConga.
** Elenor: I will recommend this as soon as I can stop laughing long enough to type.
** @/{{Dor}} heartily ''* counts on fingers* '' sixths this, although he finds the second chapter -- Sirius's efforts to fix the Ministry of Magic -- even more appealing than the HumiliationConga in the first chapter.
** @/RitiTroll just wants to repeat that the second chapter is just as awesome in a different way, but the third didn't hold her interest for more than a few paragraphs.
** [=T7F=] 8ths This: [[HumiliationConga BURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRN!]]
[=[[reviews:ABadWeekAtTheWizengamot]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4726291/1/Eternal_Return Eternal Return]]'' by Silver Pard
* Recommended by: @/LooneyToons, chimeras
* ''Synopsis:'' Harry finds himself reincarnated as a newborn Tom Marvolo Riddle, decades in the past. Can he do what he needs to in order to ensure that he is born and lives out the life he remembers? Can he bear the cost?
* ''Comments:'' Dark, heartbreaking and ultimately creepy.
** Definitely seconded, even if you saw it coming, the ending is still chilling.
[=[[reviews:EternalReturn]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5093023/1/ The Book of Dobby: Per Arcana ad Astra]]'' by Doghead Thirteen
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Synopsis:'' While obsessively cleaning Colin Creevy's stacks of nerd paraphernalia, Dobby stumbles on a book about [[WorldWarII The Battle Of Britain]] and [[{{Understatement}} takes a liking]] to the idea of big metal birds blowing shit up. A few weeks later after Voldemort's return, Harry is trying to think of ways to fight Voldemort and his Death Eaters when Dobby offers a solution involving magic, elves, and World War II air power. "TURNS OUTS THEM LIGHTSES! IS YOUS NOT KNOWING THERE IS BEING A WAR ON?"
* ''Comments:'' One of the most warped and entertaining ''Potter'' stories I've ever encountered. Words cannot describe just how twisted and fun this story is -- it must be read to be believed. Completely unlike any other ''Harry Potter'' fic in existence. Incomplete, but still being written by an active author.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: A fic that absolutely ''refuses'' to take itself seriously, this is gloriously crack-tastic and a joy to read; my only complaint is that there isn't enough of it. Conspicuously avoids [[RonTheDeathEater Evil!Dumbledore]] despite invoking the same FridgeLogic that generally leads to that characterization (he's not evil, he's just ''senile''). Also, watch for [[Warhammer40K 40K]] and ''GirlGenius'' shout-outs including [[spoiler: a surprise appearance by the Jägers!]]
[=[[reviews:TheBookOfDobbyPerArcanaAdAstra]]=]
''[[http://sam-storyteller.dreamwidth.org/97242.html Reclamation]]'' by Sam the Storyteller
* Recommended by Lavanya Six
* ''Synopsis:'' In an alternate universe, one man still struggles with a moral decision made many years before.
* ''Comments:'' My favorite HP one-shot. It explores the life and mind of [[spoiler:Tom Riddle]] in a world where, like a recovering alcoholic, he makes an conscious effort each day to not turn Dark.
** Seconded by @/{{Thanos6}}. Much like {{Dexter}}, this fic explores someone who is essentially a sociopath who is just barely clinging to morality by his fingernails.
[=[[reviews:Reclamation]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4410768/1/Measure_for_Measure Measure for Measure]]'' by Grover Cleveland
* Recomended by Radiofreak
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter's fifth year. Featuring a sarcastic!/slightly independent!/STRAIGHT!Harry Harry/Daphne
* ''Comments:'' One of the best HP fanfics I have had the pleasure of reading, with a very well done first person view of a slightly mad Harry. Features Harry getting paid in virgins outside of a crackfic.
[=[[reviews:MeasureForMeasure]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4818951/1/Fair_Trade Fair Trade]]'' by [=BajaB=]
* Recommended by Ithanyx, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry confronts Voldemort after his sixth year at Hogwarts with an alternate reason for some of the Dark's Lord's failures, and offers to help him out, for a price.
* ''Comments'': A fantastic ret-con fic which shows an interesting idea of what a power that Voldemort knows not could be like.
** Seconded. It's a very good one-shot into a what could have happened [[spoiler: if Harry found out he was a Horcrux at the end of Book 6]].
[=[[reviews:FairTrade]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2889350/1/Bungle_in_the_Jungle_A_Harry_Potter_Adventure Bungle in the Jungle]]'' and its sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3759007/1/Turn_Me_Loose_A_Harry_Potter_Adventure Turn Me Loose]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by @/{{Dor}}, @/LooneyToons, @/FooFighter, Chuckg, lanky, oruma
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter escapes one of Dumbledore's plans to manipulate him by following Bill Weasley on an expedition to South America, where they find ''far'' more than they bargained for.
* ''Comments'': Very few authors use the second person successfully; ''Bungle in the Jungle'' is among the best of the exceptions. The story can be a bit intimidating for the first chapter or two, between the point of view and the first chapter being in non-chronological order. Stick with it, and you find a cast of thoroughly-developed original characters, an insightful look into what a cursebreaker actually ''does'', and one of the best climactic battle sequences in fanfiction. Be warned: There's a pretty significant amount of Hermione- and Weasley-bashing, although the sequel redeems them somewhat.
** @/LooneyToons: I particularly like his take on Luna Lovegood, which makes perfect sense in this setting. Also note that this story does not end conclusively, but its sequel picks up where "Bungle" left off.
** Comartemis: I'm not sure what to think about this one. On the one hand, Evil!Weasleys and Manipulative!Dumbledore are some of my all-time least favorite cliches, and the fact that Hermione gets similar treatment is another punch in the gut, and her later "redemption" doesn't do much to improve the situation. Setting those things aside, however, it's a damn good fic and probably one of the better Luna/Harry fics I've read.
** @/FooFighter: From reading this and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3384712/1/The_Lie_Ive_Lived The Lie I've Lived]]'' I'm willing to say that jbern writes THE best combat/duel scenes I've seen in any FanFic.
** Chuckg: I recommend this fic highly, especially to any Bill Weasley fan or anyone who wants to see jbern's take on what a Curse Breaker ''really'' does for a living. Magical Indiana Jones vs. the Zombie Apocalypse of the Ruined City is worth the price of admission all by itself. However, I stopped reading the series after the action got back to England in the sequel, but that's just me.
** lanky: This is worth the price of admission and the strange second-person perspective JUST for the fact that Ron is not RonTheDeathEater. Despite the fact that [[spoiler: the Weasley Clan, Bill and maybe Charlie aside,]] have been an absolute bunch of manipulative bastards, the first thing he does when he gets the chance to talk to Harry is apologize profusely and try to stand by him. Honestly, I wasn't a fan of the demonization to that point, but it makes sense in context: Dumbledore presents something that might just win the war. Of course the Weasleys, [=OotP=] members through and through, would do it, especially when it was a case of making Harry happy. It's a grim, grim reminder of what the Harry Potter series could have been if Dumbledore was just a bit more of a bastard. Hell, it's worth the price of admission just for the AlternateCharacterInterpretation of Luna Lovegood, who becomes something more than some batshit crazy girl spouting moonspeak.
[=[[reviews:BungleInTheJungle]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2954601/1/ Taking Control]]'' and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4924075/1/Free_Life Free Life]]'', by "fake a smile"
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Sirius' ghost hangs around after ''[=OoTP=]'' to help Harry get over his death and train him, leading to a Harry who enters year 6 with an iron determination to grow up and take his fate in his own hands and fight the war against Voldemort on his own terms. Meanwhile, the "Golden Trio" splits apart when Harry won't let them in on his new plans, leaving Ginny (and later Remus) as his only confidants. Independent!Harry and Genuinely-Well-Meaning-But-Stiflingly-Manipulative!Dumbledore. ''Taking Control'' is complete; its sequel ''Free Life'' is incomplete but in progress.
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Comments:'' Although the main focus of the story is not the romance, this still has one of the best-developed Harry/Ginny romances ''ever''. The pacing is delightfully appropriate, the author has a fine grasp of subtlety, and the plot is interesting and without obvious holes. Unlike most other Manipulative!Dumbledore fics, the Dumbledore in this one is neither using inappropriate methods or has evil intentions, he's just idealistically misguided. And while Harry's more kickarse than canon, this isn't remotely near a Super!Harry fic. Indeed, the only possible negative note is that Ron and Hermione do ''not'' come off well in this fic -- its hardly RonTheDeathEater territory, but Ron gets to be the clueless git again, and Hermione has her bossy know-it-all tendencies taken to positively [[{{Flanderization}} Flanderized]] levels. So, Ron and Hermione fans have been warned.
[=[[reviews:TakingControl]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2412808/1/The_Innocence_Of_Guilt The Innocence of Guilt]]'' by ENSIGN
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter was sentenced to Azkaban prison. However he never went there. Who is this James Pathertrory who's running around the world causing problems for the Death Eaters?
* ''Comments'': Your typical Harry is being sent to Azkaban plot with a lot of twists involved. At the top of the list is Harry's friends don't abandon him but are stopped by a KangarooCourt. At the center of this story is a very interesting take of the Unspeakables and who runs them. Amusingly there is an OC that has the code name of Mary Sue. The author doesn't have any planned pairings at the moment and the story is set after ''Order of the Phoenix'' (with some elements of the later books mixed in the later chapters).
[=[[reviews:TheInnocenceOfGuilt]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2318355/1/Make_A_Wish Make A Wish]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, Chuckg, Elenor, [=UnseenVoice=], lanky
* ''Synopsis'': After learning the prophecy, Harry comes to the conclusion there's no way he can win against Voldemort. And if that's the case, he decides he has to get in as much living as he can before he must return to the conflict. But in the process of the whirlwind round-the-world tour he takes under an assumed name as result of that decision, he inadvertently creates a mythic figure of such proportions that even Voldemort begins to fear him.
* ''Comments'': An enjoyable, funny story despite the author's primitive grasp of the technical rudiments of writing and the somewhat anticlimactic ending. Watching how the Wizarding World creates the myth of "Mr. Black" by misunderstanding or selectively re-interpreting the information and stories left in Harry's wake is worth the occasional frustration with Blot's style, as is the scale to which the myth eventually grows -- and how Harry reacts when he finally learns what his "last vacation before dying" has wrought. (Be warned, though, that ''Make A Wish'' starts slowly -- although the lead-up has some good if low-key humor, the funniest stuff really doesn't start to kick in until the end of chapter 10.) Anyway, don't take this story seriously -- just sit back and enjoy it. It has a sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3032621/1/The_Hunt_For_Harry_Potter The Hunt for Harry Potter]]'', which isn't ''quite'' as good in my opinion, but is still fun to read.
** The writing is amateurish, but the plot is original and engaging, the [=OCs=] interesting, and the humor spot-on.
** lanky adds: The more the story goes on, the less entertaining it gets, I found. It's an interesting read, but Harry quickly becomes a [[spoiler: BoringInvincibleHero when he stops being mistaken for a huge, powerful badass and actually becomes one. Especially after the story abandons humor to take the serious route.]] Honestly, the story could have been a lot better had it just stuck to the premise. It's still worth a read, however.
[=[[reviews:MakeAWish]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4343191/1/Warriors_Heir Warrior's Heir]]'' by Osireia (AU)
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry is thrown into a world where purebloods are discriminated against, Tom Riddle is the Boy Who Lived, and the Dark Lord...is someone he'd never suspect. Will his emerging abilities be enough? Should he support Riddle -- or the Dark Lord?
* ''Comments'': This is a unique AU in which Harry has been thrown into another dimension by conditions out of his control. It starts out after Book 6 but before Harry leaves Privet Drive. It starts abruptly with Harry attempting to both get some dueling experience and get money for his mysteriously rapid-changing vision. Gets better as it goes along and the author updates monthly.
[=[[reviews:WarriorsHeir]]=]
The ''Alexandra Quick'' series by Inverarity: ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3964606/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Thorn_Circle the Thorn Circle]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684861/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Lands_Below the Lands Below]]'', and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5784632/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Deathly_Regiment the Deathly Regiment]]'' (Very completely AU)
* Recommended by [=FrankRonaldOrion=], @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': This story has next to nothing to do with the characters in the ''HarryPotter'' series; it has everything to do with the ''HarryPotter'' world. Set in the United States, where the Confederation, a government in political turmoil, has problems with revolutionaries and warring cultures. It focuses on Alexandra Quick, a Muggle-born girl who goes to Charmbridge Academy and discovers a lot about not only magic and the wizarding world, but about herself as well.
* ''Comments'': If you liked ''Hogwarts Houses Divided'' by the same author you will most definitely like this one. The setting feels natural and sucks you in, and the characters are memorable and detailed. The first two stories are complete, but a third is on the way. I really hope he goes on to finish the entire series with seven stories total; ''Alexandra Quick'' is a lot more than fanfiction. In fact, it's closer to the ''StarWars'' novels set in earlier eras with less Lucas guidance than it is to fanfiction. Got me teary eyed near the end of the second one, too.
** White Hat: It is good to know I am not the only one who got teary eyed. An excellent version of Wizarding America, though definitely not how I would have done it.
** @/ShayGuy: I just read the first one, and I'm not seeing any AU. But I would like to note that in ''HP'' canon, transfiguring people into animals alters their minds considerably, and I'm not entirely sure [[spoiler:the Fidelius Charm]] works that way. Nevertheless, the fact that I blazed through it in one night when I should've either been sleeping or doing homework says a lot about it.
** Blufox: I fell in love with the series from the first chapter of ''Thorn Circle.'' It's riveting, and I have yet to see any proof that any of the characters are {{Mary Sue}}s, a sign of a great story, especially since every character is original. Inverarity has started on the third book of the series, ''Deathly Regiment,'' which really focuses on [[spoiler:Alex's reaction to Max's death]]. Personally, I vote on Alex having her own trope page.
** Khajmer: I love Inverarity's style. It's very reminiscent to me of J.K. in the delivery, but in terms of the content it's much more thought provoking. There is no clear black or white, plenty of wash of gray. The way The Lands Below ended had me in tears, and the Deathly Regiment had some serious philosophical implications that set me to thinking. Beyond that, I particularly love the way Inverarity takes similar character developing situations to Harry Potter and shows how Alexandra, an entirely different character, goes through them (for example, [[spoiler: her insistence in Deathly Regiment on finding a way to bring Max back versus Harry's steady acceptance of Sirius dying]]) All in all I give it a big thumbs up and second Blufox's motion for her own page.
[=[[reviews:AlexandraQuick]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3625984/1/A_Place_for_Warriors A Place For Warriors]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~owlsaway owlsaway]]
* Recommended by @/{{Sharysa}}
* ''Synopsis'': A fifteen-chapter BottleEpisode begins as Dumbledore [[LockedInARoom locks Harry and Snape in the Room of Requirement]] for a week, and as the focus on Snape and Harry's interaction is very tight even after they manage to get out, the cast is still less than ten people. The author mentions that it is not, nor will it ever be, slash. Work-in-progress.
* ''Comments'': The explosive mesh of "screwed-up-teenager" plus "screwed-up-adult" strikes a very weird but audible chord, and Dumbledore is presented as a flawed human rather than an emotionless chessmaster. The interactions between Snape and Harry are excrutiatingly powerful once they realize their similarities, and this is twenty-five chapters of TalkingHeads that you will not resist reading out loud. And that friend you rope into reading with you won't mind, either.
** @/ShayGuy: Excellent characterization indeed, but be warned that it falls into the common fanfic trap of overdoing the Dursleys' abuse. (I mean, really, [[spoiler:Harry considering suicide at age seven]]?)
[=[[reviews:APlaceForWarriors]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5441775/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Dagger_of_Foreboding The Dagger of Foreboding]]'' by Lord Drash
* Recommended by The Omegod
* ''Synopsis'': A supposed AU of the Harry Potter series with the characters searching for the above-mentioned, Dagger of Foreboding.
* ''Comments'': Honestly this is nearly impossible to describe. It is probably one of, if not the most hilarious fanfic ever made for several reasons. First, it's written in an awkward style rife with inconsistencies and contradictions and can be a biting parody of Harry Potter fanfiction as a whole. Oh, and it has the best similes ever.
[=[[reviews:TheDaggerOfForeboding]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2697521/1/The_Brave_New_World The Brave New World]]'', by 'bellerophon30'
* Recommended by Chuckg
* ''Premise:'' After year 5, Harry Potter hits the limit of his frustration and flees to Magical America to continue his schooling. Interweaves SliceOfLife as Harry and a cast of [=OCs=] become friends and come of age at the Great Lakes Magical Institute, and wartime and espionage drama as events in England conspire to draw Harry back into the war against Voldemort.
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/[=OC=]
* ''Comments:'' This fic has one of the best portrayals of Rufus Scrimgeour as a competent, intelligent, politically adept and thoroughly ruthless Minister of Magic I've seen in Harry Potter fic. The cast of [=OCs=] is well-detailed and developed, and Harry's [=OC=] girlfriend avoids the obvious pitfalls. Although Ron Hermione have the hardest time adjusting to Harry's sudden absence, no character gets RonTheDeathEater treatment -- not even Manipulative!Dumbledore, who is built up over the fic into an antagonist figure second only to Voldemort in Harry's view, only to have a shocking twist ending to his saga. At over 865,000 words, the author spends a ''tremendous'' amount of effort detailing his version of Magical America, the events of the war against Voldemort, and the political machinations surrounding Harry Potter, Scrimgeour, Dumbledore, and the Wizengamot. Contains everything from romantic comedy to technothriller espionage drama. Ends on its own personal 'in the far future' epilogue/happy ending. Goes heavily AU in some elements, most notably in the split between Voldemort and Greyback, the lack of horcruxes, the AlternateCharacterInterpretation of Dumbledore, and a significantly more intelligent and dangerous Peter Pettigrew. Highly recommended.
** mvdwege: Tentatively recommended. The Harry vs. the Order of the Phoenix dynamic is interesting, and fairly well written. Unfortunately the fic is marred by some bad writing that can be really jarring at times: expository asides that read more like private notes from the author to themselves, stilted dialogue, awkward paragraph breaks, and a romantic subplot that really does not develop at all, but is just stated to happen in about one chapter's worth of prose.
[=[[reviews:TheBraveNewWorld]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3676590/1/Unequivocally_Unusual Unequivocally Unusual]]'', by Quantum Cat
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Synopsis'': Fate kicks Harry in the teeth in his second year when Ron and Hermione are both petrified by the basilisk. With the rest of the school villifying him worse than ever and nobody left to turn to, Harry begins to break down... until coincidince throws him a bone. A rather ''loony'' bone.
* ''Comments'': Now here's something you don't see every day; a Harry/Luna ''friendship'' fic. No soul bonds, no "twu wuv!", and no use of ObfuscatingStupidity to turn Luna into a PossessionSue. A very engaging take on what it would take for these two to hit it off and what happens when you mix Lovegood-brand insanity into Harry's usual adventures. Highly recommended, but it seems to be dead; it's been on hiatus since April of '09.
[=[[reviews:UnequivocallyUnusual]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5554780/ Poison Pen]]'', by Genkai Fan
* Recommended By @/{{Mandrke}}, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': "Harry has had enough of seeing his reputation shredded in the Daily Prophet and decides to do something about it. Only he decides to embrace his Slytherin side to rectify matters." As quoted from the author's page.
* ''Comments'': It has its ups and downs but the overall story has enough twists and turns to keep you interested. The plot revolves around the wizarding world's reaction to the writings of one "Oliver Twist" during the summer between the 4th and 5th book and goes on from there. It brings up some good points about how stupid the wizarding world can be, especially during wartime. It's also a finished work with the author ruling out sequels or side stories, so what you see is all you'll get.
[=[[reviews:PoisonPen]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2686464/1/To_Fight_The_Coming_Darkness To Fight The Coming Darkness]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by lanky
* ''Synopsis'': Susan Bones was with Amelia Bones when Voldemort came to kill her. Unfortunately for him, Harry was there to stop him. Essentially, the story diverges rapidly after the events of the fifth book, with Harry managing to catch Voldemort off of his guard and injuring him. This enrages Harry's powerful foe into taking him completely seriously, causing [[RealityEnsues reality to ensue]].
* ''Comments'': This story rapidly gets darker and darker as it progresses, with both Harry and Voldemort not pulling their punches. While jbern's work is always leaning towards cynicism on the sliding scale, this work takes AnyoneCanDie to new levels and develops some characters into quite believable monsters. This is a world where Voldemort becomes very DangerouslyGenreSavvy, forcing Harry to ditch being TheMessiah in order to examine [[WhatYouAreInTheDark exactly how far he's willing to go to beat Voldemort]] and to discover the simple truth that GoodIsNotNice. Brilliantly written, as always, and it gets bonus points for lots and lots of CharacterDevelopment, not all of which is good for the characters involved.
** Unseen Voice: Really good story with a believable real-world-approach to the Wizards War. There are no true heroes in this story, just survivors who are ready to do anything it takes to win, leading to an egregious amount of WhatTheHellHero moments. I disliked the BitterSweetEnding with hints of a sequel, but that's just my preference of reading stories with a definite closure. A good read.
[=[[reviews:ToFightTheComingDarkness]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6069847/2/My_Immortal_Refined My Immortal Refined]]'' by Evilkritter of Youtube
* Recommended By @/MacPhisto
* ''Synopsis:'' A brave soul attempts to rewrite ''MyImmortal''... '''[[BeyondTheImpossible with all the grammatical mistakes corrected!!]]'''
* ''Comments:'' This is better than an episode of ''MysteryScienceTheater3000''!
[=[[reviews:MyImmortalRefined]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5378440/1/The_Potions_Masters_Nephew The Potions Master's Nephew]]''
* Recommended By: Kittastrophe
* ''Synopsis'': An accident occurs and Professor Snape finds himself trapped in his fifteen-year-old body. Enrolled into Harry Potter's fifth year, he is forced to hide his true identity. Girls, drama and teenage angst do not bode well with Severus.
* ''Comments'': Probably my favourite "FountainOfYouth" fic. The writing is beautifully done and the plot development is excellent. It eventually contains some Draco/Ginny (well-written, I add). It looked like a deadfic for a while, but when the author eventually finished it, the edited version was put up all at once. Anyway, excellent characterization, and who doesn't want to read youthified!Snape? It's fun!
[=[[reviews:ThePotionsMastersNephew]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/150716/1/The_Serpent_of_Lord_Voldemort The Serpent of Lord Voldemort]]'' by Angie Astravic
* Recommended by @/{{Leradny}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry can turn into a snake. This power saves him when Voldemort turns up at Privet Drive and blows up the (empty) Dursley's house -- instead of killing Harry on sight, Voldemort just thinks he's a real snake who can recognize Harry Potter, and takes him prisoner.
* ''Comments'': Voldemort has some of the oddest yet most in-character [[PetTheDog Pet The Snake]] moments ''EVER.''
** This fic is the fourth in a series of fics: [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/26790/1/An_Unwelcome_Visitor An Unwelcome Visitor]], [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/21522/1/Under_the_Rose_Bush Under the Rose Bush]], [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/59464/1/The_Serpent The Serpent]]
[=[[reviews:TheSerpentOfLordVoldemort]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1260679/1/ Realizations]]'' by Wishweaver.
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis'': A ''HarryPotter'' fic set in the summer after ''Goblet of Fire'' -- Harry comes back from Hogwarts to discover the Dursleys have packed up and moved to Australia without telling him, and he must find a way to survive the summer without unnecessarily alarming anyone.
* ''Comments'': Incomplete, but not a DeadFic despite the long period between chapters -- the latest chapter was posted (after a two-year hiatus) in November, 2010.
[=[[reviews:Realizations]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/pittsburghmuggle/MM01a.html Magical Moments]]'' by Pittsburghmuggle. Sexual imagery and discussion, but '''no actual sex''' by or between the characters. Erotic issues at the very least, though. Set bettween ''Goblet of Fire'' and ''Order of the Phoenix'', which is when it was written.
* ''Pairings:'' None. No romance ahead.
* ''Synopsis:'' Following some information given to him by his brothers, Ron Weasley takes Harry Potter to sneak into a store in Diagon Alley catering to adult wizard clientele. A friend joins them at the last moment, and there is a thrilling escape involved when the owners arrive to open the store for the day.
[=[[reviews:MagicalMoments]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1698919/1/The_Founders_Pendants The Founder's Pendants]]'', by Spiral Digger
* Recommended by Oracle Seven, Fenro
* ''Synopsis'': The spirit of Salazar Slytherin has been released into an unwilling Snape and as the charismatic Founder takes charge of his body, Severus discovers the only way to regain control is through his own Slytherin cunning.
* ''Comments'': A definite AU that diverges rather forcefully from the main plot of the books in the first chapter. Salazar comes across as a MagnificentBastard right from the beginning, and it only gets better as the story continues.
** There are so few well-written Founder Fics out there. It is good to see one that is enjoyable.
[=[[reviews:TheFoundersPendants]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2829366/1/ Dimension Hopping For Beginners]]'', by nonjon
* Recommended by @/KhymChanur
* ''Synopsis'': After defeating Voldemort, Harry travels to other universes and helps them with their Voldemort problems.
* ''Comments'': Several of the universes are serious, but most of them are comedic. Contains bashing of Draco, Snape, and Harry/Draco.
[=[[reviews:DimensionHoppingForBeginners]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1285&chapno=1 Sounds Like a Breakfast Cereal]]'' by Ara Kane
* Recommended by @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': In his fifth year, Harry finally gets to take a vacation. Join Hex Holmstrom as he dodges arrest from the Ministry, gets the girl, beats the bad guy, and turns Hufflepuff House upside down! This story was written prior to the release of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
* ''Comments'': I like this one because it takes the badfic staple of "American witch/wizard comes to Hogwarts," and keeps the core idea (let's follow someone new and different and see all their wacky fun adventures!) but sorts the [=OC=] into Hufflepuff, a house which sorely ''needs'' some wacky fun adventures. It's probably not for everyone, though.
[=[[reviews:SoundsLikeABreakfastCereal]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/after_the_rain/HBMDL01a.html Happy Birthday Mr. Dark Lord]]'' by After the Rain
* Recommended by Valjean, @/ShadowAI
* ''Synopsis'': Lord Voldemort announces that he's going to celebrate his birthday with Sugar Quills, Pin-the-Beak-on-the-Hippogriff, and Death Eaters in hula skirts. Has he finally lost his mind, or is somebody crazy like a fox?
* ''Comments:'' Achieves what all short pieces should strive for -- packing a lot of meaning into a few paragraphs. Starts out sounding like a hilarious, highly random crackfic, twists into what seems to be a great light-hearted humor piece, and finally whiplashes at the end into [[spoiler: one of the most horrifically bleak, dark, gut-wrenching, tragic slaps in the face this troper has ever read.]] The simple, two-word line [[spoiler: ''"They won't."'' hurts like punch in the stomach.]]
[=[[reviews:HappyBirthdayMrDarkLord]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1245134/1/Winters_Debt# Winter's Debt]]'' by La Guera.
* Recommended by Eoppen.
* ''Synopsis'': [[spoiler: Draco Malfoy]] tells the story of the little sister he found he had, and ''why'' she had to be hidden from the world.
* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have no soul.
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''[[http://www.doyourthing.org/glock/gghpfic/marshmallow.html Marshmallows]]'' by Glockgal
* Recommended by Wookiee
* ''Synopsis:'' Summer with the Weasleys. Harry and friends go camping, and bring some muggle marshmallows along. Set in the summer after fourth year, written before Order of the Phoenix came out.
* ''Comments:'' Possibly the most beautiful piece of fanfiction this troper has read in her life, in any fandom. The powerful but understated characterization, the surprising drops of darkness and angst mixed with the strong, homey, familial tone, and the simple, childlike emotions were enough to bring tears to her eyes. The style is brief, but too descriptive to truly be called sparse. The various events are full of unanalyzed meaning that are addressed by the characters' reactions and never explained by an omniscient author, giving it the feeling of poetry and lingering in the reader's mind long after the story is finished.
[=[[reviews:Marshmallows]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2027554/1/In_Blood_Only In Blood Only]]'' by E.M. Snape
* Recommended by Fenro, lanky
* ''Pairing(s)'': none
* ''Synopsis'': Snape is Harry's father. No one is happy to hear it. R due to colorful language, dark themes, and nongraphic violence.
* ''Comments'': This is one of the best Severitus Challenge fics out there. This story is complete. See [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/123967/Severitus Severitus]] for challenge details.
** lanky adds: This is one of those stories that seems too silly to truly enjoy, and then it turns around and surprises you. Though the author pulls no punches and makes sure that we all know people suck, he adds in some truly poignant scenes which help to characterize the growing relationship between Harry and Snape. It's all topped by the fact that there's truly wonderful writing going on with this story, and again, the author pulls no punches: The duo hate one another even after the revelation, and it takes chapters and chapters before they even begin to stand one another, let alone begin to bond in any way.
[=[[reviews:InBloodOnly]]=]
''[[http://www.cosforums.com/cosarchive/showthread.php?t=25614 Fire Burns]]'' by Purple Banana/Parnopius
* Recommended by skysong8, Aerin Alanna
* ''Synopsis'': Set in Marauder time, seventh year, but centered around the Slytherins. Second in the trilogy (Carpe Diem, Fallen Angel). Currently being revised. Revolves around Katherine Riddle (Voldemort's daughter), her friend Remus, and her fellow Slytherins during their seventh year at Hogwarts. Not your traditional OC.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
** Aerin Alanna adds: Snarky, silly, dangerous, enigmatic...it's brilliantly written and extremely believable. There are other fics that go along with it, all of which are on the author's sites at ff.net and Chamber of Secrets.
[=[[reviews:FireBurns]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4400517/1/Ananke Ananke]]'' by Eunike
* Recommended by [=FatRat=], @/TenderLumpling, Fenro
* ''Pairings'': Severus Snape/Lily Evans
* ''Synopsis'': An accident sends the nineteen-year-old Lily Evans eighteen years into the future, and a coincidence leads her to her former best friend, Severus Snape. Lost in a terrible world she no longer recognizes, Lily is torn between doing what she is supposed to do, and doing what she thinks is right. Can Lily change her fate, or must she succumb to what was meant to be? Meanwhile, Severus can't believe his own luck when he realizes that he's given another chance to save Lily, and to finally tell her how he really feels -– but is he brave enough to take that chance?
* ''Comments'': sort of AU but fits very well with canon in the Authors own words "time-travel. Tad confusing. Severus is mostly depressed, Lily has an odd sense of humour. Multichaptered and kind of long. Angst! Angst! Glorious angst!"
** Very well-done, especially Lily's reaction to finding herself seventeen years in the future, and her [[HeroicBSOD complete shock]] at how things have unfolded. Still in-progress, but the next chapters will be worth waiting for.
** This is among the best LE/SS fics out there.
[=[[reviews:Ananke]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6245561/1/The_Lies_that_Bind The Lies That Bind]]''
* Recommended by @/{{Willyolio}}
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place mid-HBP and Harry gets captured and tortured for months. Quite a few twists for such a short fic, but it features a Dark!Harry and a good interpretation of the prophecy (''marked as an equal'' and ''power he knows not''). Also has a satisfying, but unhappy, ending.
[=[[reviews:TheLiesThatBind]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5358187/1/Harsh_Reality Harsh Reality]]'' by Duochan-the-mpregfan
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Marge Dursely has only heard bad things about Harry Potter, she has not had the chance to meet him face to face. The Durselys are going on hoilday and Marge will have to look after a four year old Harry Potter, will she see what lies beneath the lies?
* ''Pairing(s)'': None, it's a Family/Hurt/Comfort fic focusing on a much nicer Aunt Marge and Harry.
* ''Comments'': Still in progress and will make your heart melt. This fic makes Marge a nicer, more caring character than she is in canon. Each chapter is a day Harry spent in her home while the Durselys are on holiday.
[=[[reviews:HarshReality]]=]
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[[folder: PeggySue Fics]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2636963/1/ Nightmares of Future Past]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~starkan Starkan]] (a.k.a. [[http://www.viridiandreams.net/ Viridian]])
* Now has [[FanFic/HarryPotterAndTheNightmaresOfFuturesPast its own trope page]].
* Recommended by @/{{MuchGoodLittleTime}}, @/YoAdrian, Chuckg, Elenor, Psalm of Fire, White Hat, Clendy82, @/RitiTroll, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, [=WarriorDrgnMage=]
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter does a PeggySue -- by sending his memories into the past to his younger self. ''All'' of them.
* ''Comments'': The twists and rapid AdaptationDecay that occur due to his meddling (and the annoying force of Fate apparently working to keep events more-or-less close to canon through the ending of book 6) make for one very gripping read.
** Seconded by @/YoAdrian: Very, ''very'' good fic, compellingly written, and the characters are very true to their canon selves, surprisingly. Ginny, especially, is wonderfully done. It's hard to come up with detailed recommendations regarding this fic's good points, because there's just so many of them.
** Thirded by Chuckg: This is a truly exceptional work, written by an author who understands subtlety and balance. PeggySue Harry is neither a GodModeSue ''nor'' cursed to know that FailureIsTheOnlyOption. So few PeggySue fics can avoid both pitfalls so skilfully.
** Can you fourth-ed something I wonder? Elenor would like to support this fic at any rate.
** Psalm of Fire: I also throw in my full recommendation. This is a compelling piece of work. On top of what the others have said I say his effort into portraying the psychological aftereffects due to what the future Harry has gone through are excellent and authentic throughout the work. But it's also a well achieved balance, as Harry's pseudo form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder does not suck the joy out of reading or bog down the story.
** White Hat: I highly recommend this, the plot is solid, the characterizations are excellent, the writing style flows in such a way that its hard to stop reading. Definitely something I recommend.
** Clendy82: Probably one of the best fanfics I have read so far. If you're familiar with the author's work on ''[[FanficRecs/{{Naruto}} Team 8]]'', then you know what to expect. The only complaint I have is a complaint common to almost every PeggySue fanfic known to man: The main character just acts too damn mature for any intelligent adult not to notice. The author covers it quite well, with other characters attributing it to his rough childhood and Harry's cover story of reading many books on topics he should have no knowledge of, but when Dumbledore buys into it, you know somebody's been issuing the entire supporting cast...I won't say [[IdiotBall Idiot Balls]]. More like Idiot Marbles. Instances like [[spoiler: Harry (age 11) walking into Gringott's, making an appointment with the executor of his estate, and arranging for Vernon Dursley and family to endure financial setbacks TheCountOfMonteCristo would have been proud of, not to mention discussing possible assassination with a straight face]] tend to send up a red flag. The story avoids this pitfall better than most; perhaps better than any, but I don't think it's possible to avoid it completely. Despite this one pet peeve, the story is top-notch, with the new timeline being altered in ways that elicit at least one case of FridgeBrilliance per chapter. My personal favorite being [[spoiler: after Peter Pettigrew's capture before the start of second term. In the original timeline, Ron and Hermione get into arguments over Hermione's cat, Crookshanks, constantly being on the hunt for Ron's rat. However, now that said rat was revealed to be...well...a rat, Ron is in the market for a new pet. Preferably one specifically crossbred for intelligence and the ability to detect malicious intent...]] Brilliant. Highly recommended.
** Eighted (if I counted right) by [=PhoenixFTW=]. Amazing plot, and awesome character development. I could fill a whole page with how brilliant the story is. But I'll use just 2 lines. Seriously, this guy is awesome.
** The only reason Harry is able to get away with his maturity is by being careful in who he displays it to. Peripheral characters like Gringotts Goblins and Dobby, he can tell them pretty much anything. Other characters he has to be careful, poking and prodding them subtly. As for Dumbledore, he is forced to adopt a bitter semi-antagonistic relationship with, solely so that Dumbledore won't be able to investigate without fear of pushing Harry away irrevocably.
** @/RitiTroll: I love this story, but it seems like Viridian's having trouble with coming up with the next chapter. Guess it's because he's changed it so much.
** [=WarriorDrgnMage=]: If you choose one Harry Potter FanFic to read, I recommend this one. In addition to the things that my fellow tropers have said, I would like to add how much good [=NoFP=] Harry has done for Luna and Neville. There are others that Harry has helped but these two are the ones he has helped the most. To balance this out Harry has made somethings much worse. Namely his treatment and actions towards Professor Severus Snape and Draco Malfoy. For further balancing, we have Harry's relationship with Dumbledore and [=McGonagall=]. Harry's relationship with the former is... strained...at best, particularly in Harry's second year. Instead of being close to the Headmaster, Harry's 'staff mentor' seems to be [=McGonagall=]. This idea seems to be based mainly on Harry's conviction that her stern facade is just a front as well as the fond memory of [=McGonagall=] facing Umbridge down in defense of Harry becoming an Auror in [=OotP=].
** Pyrix: While I would recommend this Snape seems a tad out of character in his anger, being almost over the top, such as [[spoiler:threatening to snap Hermione's mudblood wand.]]
[=[[reviews:NightmaresOfFuturePast]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4101650/1/Backward_With_Purpose Backward With Purpose]]'' by Deadwoodpecker
* Recommended by @/ShayGuy, Jack Butler, Lavanya Six, Clendy82, Amdijefri, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry, Ron, and Ginny all go back as the last survivors of the war, but find that things aren't quite as they remember them. It turns out that [[spoiler:there's ''another'' time traveler running around, who by the end of the story has made over half a dozen trips]]. ''Note:'' Moves the SlidingScaleOfIdealismVersusCynicism several notches towards cynicism (though not nearly as far as ''[=NoFP=]'' or ''DAYD''), and is thus much more violent than the original.
* ''Comments'': May be the only ''HarryPotter'' PeggySue that's actually ''better'' than ''Nightmares of Futures Past.'' ''Deathly Hallows''-compliant. Well-planned out, and reads [[OriginalFlavour very much like Rowling's style]], save for the occasional profanity and the willingness to include sexual content and references. And those don't really get in the way of the story at all.
** The sequel is now complete, and a third story has been begun. If this is to be classified as a FanVerse, I vote for calling it the "Alwaysverse," after the ArcWords "always and always."
** Jack Butler: This troper was the primary editor/beta-reader for this story, and I've got to tell you, the hoops the author jumped through to get it all right... you would honestly not believe the differences between first draft and the final product.
** Lavanya Six: All the above said is right on, but let me just add that this fic was the first one to ever make me like the character of Ginny and believe in the Harry/Ginny ship. Also, Deadwoodpecker's ability to plot is ''insane''.
** Clendy82: Very well written and definitely comparable to Nightmare of Future's Past. There are just a couple of things keeping it from being truly great. The premise of the PeggySue is used much too potently. In [=NoFP=], future!Harry merges with his past self, creating an almagram of both their personalities and skills. But here, the future personalities completely take over. Leaving aside the issue of, well, basically killing off their younger selves, it puts a complete roadblock on any further character development on their part. It's incredibly jarring to the suspension fo disbelief to picture an eleven-year-old Harry speaking with forty years of experience, out-knowledge-ing Dumbledore and Snape at their own game, and so forth. In addition, the story falls into a trap common to many PeggySue fics, and that is to have the protagonists become much more pro-active, with the antagonists becoming reactive. Despite the fact that Death Eaters are dropping left and right, the yearly storylines proceed mostly on schedule with little adaptation. I really hate sounding like I'm bashing this story, because I'm not. It's quite well written and there are hints and peeks of a great overarching storyline; it's just that when you see the potential lying there in plain sight, that the aforementioned flaws become that much more apparent. Highly recommended.
** Amdijefri: A brilliant twist on the PeggySue -- I don't know if it's original to this fic, but it was new to me. Completely obvious in retrospect. I should have spotted [[spoiler:the existence of a Merlin]] ''much'' sooner.
** Psalm of Fire: The fic is swiftly paced in many places, making me feel as if I'm just reading the highlight real, and ponderous in other where Harry spends his time stressing over the same issues. It does strike a happy medium semi-regularly though.
*** The writing itself is peppered with over-explanations ("That's rediculus, your driving me crazy," he said, annoyed) and adverbs. Grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spacing, all are very good.
*** The Dialog is good, and almost entirely in-character.
*** Frequent flashbacks to horrible times are hard to read -- like the awful cough medicine your supposed to take because it's ''good'' for you so that you might appreciate the story more. I've been conditioned to cringe every time I see italics.
*** But my mind breaks at the way he treats causality. So let me get this straight, your great plan was to [[spoiler: let the glance=kill basalisk run around the school with all the people you've loved and come back to save? And you think that every person this basalisk encounters is going to be just as lucky as last time and only ever see the filtered/reflected image of the eyes? And you're willing to risk their deaths, their ''deaths'', when there are alternatives? I would call it lazy writing but the author is ''not'' lazy. Harry went along with this decision, nay, only contested it for Ginny's sake as if she were the only one at risk.]] At that point my suspension of disbelief shattered into many little pieces on the floor. It just seems so... heartless, unintentional though it may be.
*** Also, if we're going to compare this to Nightmares of Future Past it is important to mention that [=S'TarKan=] writes on a very emotional level, ladling it up thickly for one scene or another. [=BwaP=] strives to incorporate emotion and does, but the individual moments I've encountered [[up to chapter 9]] have never had as much build/preparation or payoff. Don't level such expectations against this fic, lest you forget to enjoy it.
*** Perhaps the author wasn't creating a bunch of "take that"s at [=NoFP=]. But if you don't like Harry's approach in [=NoFP=], this more inclusion oriented approach may be for you.
*** '''Conclusion:''' I recommend you read it, but also that you keep your expectations reserved. A lot more love and effort went into this than much of what you will find, and for that I must give full props to the author though I remain reserved on the fic. Good work, DWP.
[=[[reviews:BackwardWithPurpose]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1594791/1/Backwards_Compatible Backwards Compatible]]'' by Ruskbyte
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry comes back from the summer after Sirius' death with a new attitude, a ''lot'' more information, a talent for mixing technology and magic -- and a strange accessory: a mysterious device he calls "Father" which never leaves his side, appears to be sentient... and possesses power beyond anything ever seen by the Wizarding World.
* ''Comments'': Gives the standard ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue implementation an interesting, nasty little twist. Unfortunately, just when things start getting ''really'' interesting, it [[DeadFic stops cold]] -- it hasn't been updated since 2005.
** Seconded by @/{{Dor}}. There are definite influences from the ''{{Terminator}}'' series, including multiple {{shout out}}s, but it's not ''quite'' a {{Crossover}}. If only the author would finish it, instead of [[AttentionDeficitCreatorDisorder starting new stories]].
[=[[reviews:BackwardsCompatible]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4068153/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Wastelands_of_Time Harry Potter and the Wastelands of Time]]'' and its sequel "[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6325846/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Heartlands_of_Time Harry Potter and the Heartlands of Time]]" by joe6991
* Recommended by @/ShadowAI, @/LooneyToons, @/MaybeYesMaybeNo, Fiddlesoup, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': A Time-Travel Fic in which Harry is stuck in a GroundhogDayLoop that spans several decades and in which he has lost all the people he has loved to Voldemort dozens of times over, and is trying once again to stop Voldemort before he ruins the world. Only this time around, things aren't going exactly as he remembers them... Complete, and the sequel is on its second chapter.
* ''Comments'':
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded; but part of what makes this fic interesting is Harry finding himself -- for the first time in longer than he can remember -- unable to predict what is going to happen next, as some unknown force has taken it upon itself to interfere with his endless looping through time.
** @/MaybeYesMaybeNo: Thirded; This is a time travel story taken to the absolute possible maximum. I use an alternate ending personally and I still say it's the best piece of writing I have ever seen.
** @/USABobcat: Fourthed; This is [[CrowningMomentofFunny hilarious]], [[CrowningMomentofAwesome awesome]], and [[NightmareFuel mindracking insane]] all at once. Harry is human, reacts with horror to sights that are sentimental to him, and loves his quotes and songs. His response to a [[spoiler: Ancient Daemon]]?
--->'''Harry''': "I done told you once, you sonofabitch, I'm the best that's ever been!"
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheWastelandsOfTime]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4536005/1/Oh_God_Not_Again Oh God Not Again!]]'' by Sarah1281
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Darkaros}}, [=MKGR=]
* ''Synopsis'': So maybe everything didn't work out perfectly for Harry. Still, most of his friends survived, he'd gotten married, and was about to become a father. If only he'd have stayed away from the Veil, he wouldn't have had to go back and do everything ''again''.
* ''Comments'':
** Also recommended. The story starts off as a satire with a tongue in cheek view of the story, but it quickly drops down to parody as Harry does increasingly... "awesome" things. This doesn't make it less funny, but you can tell that the author's putting less emphasis on storyline at this point. This might have more to do with Year Three's complete lack of plot and Harry bypassing every obstacle he faces with ease, but it's an interesting take.
** Fourthed! A good break from the angsty, detestable super-Harry of most of these, instead introducing a hilarious, wholly ridiculous super-Harry that is much less punchable. The author is well-versed in Peggy Sue fics (she has a bunch of them) and avoids many of the pitfalls (especially those that make the protagonist annoying as hell).
[=[[reviews:OhGodNotAgain]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4655545/1/Reunion Reunion]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis:'' A parody of PeggySue fics, starring Harry, Hermione, Luna, and Susan Bones as the returnees. They're on a mission to take the timeline and tie it into a pretzel. In-progress.
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Hermione/Luna/Susan, Sirius/Professor Sinistra
* ''Comments:'' Comedy in the same vein as 'Make A Wish', which makes sense as it's the same author. Features Harry as a [[strike:crazed gunman]] ''assassin'' and Dobby the Cleaner. A hilarious romp through all the various fanfic cliches, blowing them up hither and yon.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. The Blot's writing is not as primitive in this story -- he's learning as he goes -- so it's a little easier to enjoy. And it still has that strong current of over-the-top-WTF going on. Unlike ''Make A Wish'', though, he's still too early in the story for us to see if there's an overarching direction to the plot, or if it's just chaos for the sake of chaos.
[=[[reviews:Reunion]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3693052/1/Back_Again_Harry Back Again, Harry?]]'' by [=JediButtercup=]
* Recommended by @/EvilMidnightLurker, @/ShayGuy
* ''Synopsis'': A most unusual PeggySue fic, one that refuses the usual powerups and exceptional maturity in favor of sending Harry back ''from his visit to Kings Cross Station'' in ''Deathly Hallows'' to a certain night spent staring into the Mirror of Erised.
* ''Comments'': Extremely well thought out and executed. Unfortunately it hasn't updated in almost a year, having not yet made it to the end of ''Philosopher's Stone''... but the author plans to resume writing sometime around October 2009. Why, look what month it is! ...And J.B. was only a couple of weeks off, it's updated. :)
** @/ShayGuy: Possibly the most in-character PeggySue I've ever seen, certainly the most I've seen in ''HarryPotter'' fic.
[=[[reviews:BackAgainHarry]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3155057/1/Altered_Destinies Altered Destinies]]'' by [=DobbyElfLord=]
* Recommended by White Hat, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry has defeated Voldemort, but it was a costly victory. Aberforth Dumbledore presents a plan to go back and kill the infant Riddle, but Harry will have to stay there 10 years. Can Harry alter the wizarding world's destiny? WWII and Grindelwald.
* ''Comments'': Very good time travel fic. Harry goes back in time to kill an infant Voldemort but faces complications. Lots of interesting things happen along the way. There are a fair amount of minor typos a decent editor would have fixed and it suffers from the Written-Before-''Deathly-Hallows'' Syndrome, so even before Harry's arrival it's an AU. But if you can accept those things, I think you'll really enjoy it. Now completed, with a sequel -- ''Balanced Destinies'' -- in progress.
[=[[reviews:AlteredDestinies]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5453054/1/His_Own_Man His Own Man]]'' by Crunchysunrises
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': At the spectral King's Cross station in ''Deathly Hallows'', Harry makes a different choice; disgusted by Dumbledore's machinations, he sends himself back in time to just before his first year. A fiercely independent Harry with complete foreknowledge of the next seven years then dives head-first into the Wizarding World, seeking to disrupt both Voldemort ''and'' Dumbledore's plans. However, his efforts to reshape the future may just make things worse when his actions cause the events of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban'' to all take place simultaneously during his first year.
* ''Comments'': A different approach to the classic ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue, well-written and cleverly playing with and subverting many of the usual conventions of the subgenre. ''Deathly Hallows''-compliant (at least up until Harry's "death"), which means he understands Snape and Malfoy far better, and which in turn means different relationships with each. Features a very pragmatic (yet oddly sympathetic and even vulnerable) Harry who doesn't feel obligated to preserve even the Golden Trio intact if it means his goals will be reached that much faster. 21 chapters as of the end of 2009 and still going strong; highly recommended.
** @/UncloudedTJ: This story starts off the same as ''Back Again, Harry?'' above, but quickly takes it along a very different path. Harry is very, very mistrusting of Dumbledore and for very good reasons in this fic. The only complaint that is commonly addressed is Harry's openness of his abilities, the author defends this with the claims that wizards aren't logical and no one has thought to directly ask Harry about this... '''yet'''.
** I'm sorry, I really don't want to sound rude but, I would never recommend this, it is horribly OOC, Harry basically says "Screw this." and goes back. He is portrayed as somewhat of a brat and arrogant, Narcissa basically says "I'm your cousin" out of nowhere, and I really would not recommend this to anyone.
[=[[reviews:HisOwnMan]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4905771/1/A_Mother_In_Laws_Love A Mother In Law's Love]]'' by Perspicacity
* Recommended by [=AbelInversion=]
* ''Synopsis'': Distraught over Ginny's death in the final battle, Harry gambles desperately and travels back in time to set things right. Unfortunately, not everything goes as planned. A twist on the classic Soul Bond tale. A cross between PeggySue and crackfic, this farce of a time-travel novella features a hapless Harry, for whom nothing seems to go as planned. Even his Soul Bond, the one fixture in his life, is messed up in the time travel--it latches onto Molly by mistake. [[HilarityEnsues Hilarity Ensues]]. Complete.
* ''Comments'': A story ripe with Tropes, it's yet another approach to the classic ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue. It's perhaps the only time-travel story where Harry chooses to go back to the end of Book 6. The author has penned a clever, hilarious romp with several turns of plot that the reader won't see coming. The author seems addicted to [[InnocentInnuendo Innocent Innuendo]], but it's done as well as you'll find anywhere. Also employs frequent instances of [[DoubleEntendre Double Entendre]], and [[NakedPeopleAreFunny Naked People Are Funny]]. The protagonist's unwavering, unrequited love for Ginny is balanced by the Universe's insistence that this Just Not Be So. Told in first-person POV, it takes a chapter or so to get going. Once it does, the audacity and ridiculousness don't let up. Highly recommended.
** I change my review, the end makes this no longer a tragedy, just funny as hell. Seriously, well written and funny as hell (just reading the Auror Interview is enough to wet yourself)
** Arguably not a tragedy in the classical sense, so much as employing occasional [[RealityEnsues Reality Ensues]]. If humor is "truth with pain," then this comedy doesn't shy from the latter to humanize the characters.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5511855/1/Delenda_Est Delenda Est]]'' by Lord Silvere
* Recommended by Darkholm, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Status'': Ongoing
* ''Synopsis'': Harry is a prisoner, and Bellatrix has fallen from grace. The accidental activation of Bella's treasured heirloom results in another chance for Harry. It also gives him the opportunity to make the acquaintance of the young and enigmatic Bellatrix Black. Marauders-Era.
* ''Comments'': An altogether excellent story. I haven't seen a spelling or grammar error yet while reading it. The characterizations and dialogue are both believable and enthralling. Harry does not automatically become Dumbledore's favorite new person and he isn't handed the DADA position. In fact the closest thing he has to allies are the current heads of the Malfoy and Black families. Bellatrix is not wearing [[DracoInLeatherPants leather pants]] and Harry has to restrain himself from attacking/insulting her several times. Harry is also very tight-lipped about [[TimeTravelTenseTrouble the future/his past]] and couldn't give a rat's ass about preserving the time stream.
** @/UncloudedTJ: This has been a story I've been following for a while and it definately has an interesting and mostly unique plot. The best part is that Harry doesn't know what's going to happen as he's not familiar with most of the events. In addition his appearance and a few of his actions have already shook things up enough that what he does know isn't certain either. Definately recommended.
** Darkholm: Did I mention there was no bashing and Harry doesn't follow the Marauders around like a lost puppy? Those parts have me really excited.
[=[[reviews:DelendaEst]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3735743/1/The_Moment_It_Began The Moment It Began]]'' By Sindie
* Recommended by [=FatRat=], jarell88, @/TenderLumpling, Fenro, Ripheus
* ''Pairing(s):'' Snape/Lily
* ''Synopsis:'' The life of Severus Snape fell apart on that one day in his fifth year. During his death in Deathly hallows, Dumbledore offers him the chance to go back in time to to that fateful day and relive it, giving him the chance to redo that fatal mistake that drove Lily away.
* ''Comments:'' A PeggySue fic with a unique twist for two reasons. Firstly, Severus is the one being sent back in time, not Harry. Secondly, this fic focuses not on using his foreknowledge to win the war, but instead to fix the wreck of his life with his future knowledge. Most of it does not come into play at all[[spoiler: until the later parts of the story, at least]], except that he is extremely mistrustful of Dumbledore, with good reason. This is a Snape/Lily centric fic, it has some heartbreakingly sad moments [[spoiler:Eileen Snape's death]] and it explores very well what would have happened had Severus chosen his friendship with Lily over those of the nastier Slytherins, and remained good friends throughout their lives in Hogwarts.
** This story has a sequel now, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5860832/1/The_bMoment_b_It_Ended The Moment it Ended]]''.
** YourMilageMayVary. The author seems to have nothing to do but go on and on, and the story really seems to slog after the first wedding. And then [[spoiler: Tobias Snape kills Voldemort with a handgun.]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome Oh. My.]] ''[[CrowningMomentOfAwesome God.]]''
* Spooner Wilkins: Loved this fic but was seriously stumped by that one pervasive bump [[spoiler: Did noone else eract to the fact that muggle civilians, I don't care how central to the plot, have access to firearms? This all takes place in the late 70's in the UK of all places, not even the british police had guns on patrol then unless I'm mistaken.]]
** What really sells this fic for [[Tropers/TenderLumpling me]] is the massive amount of CharacterDevelopment; not just from Severus and Lily, but from the Marauders as well. [[spoiler: Except for Peter Pettigrew, but [[KilledOffForReal he has an excuse]].]] There are too many Snape-centric fics out there that are too willing to portray the Marauders as [[CompleteMonster irredeemable]] instead of the extremely immature teenagers they actually were, so to come across a Snapefic that treats them as ''human beings'' is a breath of fresh air.
* Great story, but definite [[YourMileageMayVary YMMV]] on the [[spoiler: Tobias Snape killing Voldemort]] thing. Aside from that, quite well-written, though a few of the Lily and Snape scenes feel repetitive, and Lily is slightly too tolerant of Snape's melancholy at times. The best part about it is that the author is one of the few fanfic writers to have a sensible take on literally every character (although Dumbledore is somewhat more manipulative than in canon, he's basically portrayed as a good guy), INCLUDING the Marauders. The plot is exceptionally well-structured, everybody's in character and has motivations that follow logically from there, and the author doesn't whine ''ad nauseum'' about canon events s/he dislikes. For those reasons alone, easily worth reading.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1513042/1/Hold_Me_While_Im_Here Hold Me While I'm Here]]'' by Nitte Iz
* Recommended by Shinji117
* ''Synopsis'': Harry 'Patterson' is an exchange student who arrives in Hogwarts at the start of the Marauder's sixth year in Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to describe.
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[[folder: For Want of a Nail Fics]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3766574/1/Prince_of_the_Dark_Kingdom Prince of the Dark Kingdom]]'' by Mizuni-sama (AU)
* Recommended by Eccitaze, Elenor, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': A "what if?" story where Harry's parents fled with him to Germany. Voldemort winds up winning the war, and establishes a dictatorship, but instead of killing all the "mudbloods," he simply segregates the wizarding world even further from the muggle world.
* ''Comments'': A VERY interesting fic where Voldemort mentors Harry, with an interesting take on what happened to the characters (specifically, the ones who were on the losing side) and an incredible re-imagining of a lot of the characters, the Weasleys especially.
** Elenor could tell you that it has eveything from culture examinations to political intigue, but that makes it sound like something we've all seen before a hundred times. It's not, its really not. As for how you'll end up feeling about everyone, I think this quote sums it up nicely, "Tonks sighed, and ran a hand through her leopard print hair. She missed the days when you could support your allies with the same enthusiasm you could oppose your enemies."
** @/UncloudedTJ: It's a very long story at that, too. Not the longest fanfiction out there but as it's not completed and at this time it's well over 600,000 words; you have a bit of a commitment if you want to read the whole thing. In perspective that's almost as many words as the ''first five canon books combined''. Overall it is a good story and very different plot than most would suspect going into it.
** @/{{Nornagest}}: This is a frustrating read. It's readable, in fact fairly good, but very obviously inadequately edited; a few more revisions with an effective beta would bring it up to "excellent", but they're unfortunately lacking. A few out-of-place animesque elements don't help.
[=[[reviews:PrinceOfTheDarkKingdom]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3384712/1/The_Lie_Ive_Lived The Lie I've Lived]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/FooFighter, boonerunner, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Willyolio}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}, @/HirakuJoutei
* ''Synopsis'': Not all of James died that night. Not all of Harry lived. The Triwizard Tournament as it should have been and a hero discovering who he really wants to be.
* ''Comments'': A very interesting take on what really occurred the night Voldemort attacked. The story involves a vastly expanded Triwizard Tournament at its core and a really spiteful Sorting Hat. Good pacing and a realistic environment lead to some events being a bit of a shock. This story is finished however a sequel is in the works.
** boonerunner: Harry James Potter combines Harry's raw power and James's experience, but he makes his share of significant mistakes and he has trouble relating to the other kids his age. Well written.
*** Your mileage may vary HEAVILY on this. It is without a doubt well-written but the author is a flagrant basher, who villainizes a few characters just to make some scenes work. That is laziness my friends. You want to know what characters he bashes? Krum and the ''Weasley Twins'' of all people. Not the usual victims of [[RonTheDeathEater villianization]] but far from acceptable targets.
** Willyolio: Agreed that this is quite well written. heck, for the triwizard events alone, it's fantastic. There's plenty of other interesting developments, too, and a pretty believable Harry/Fleur romance (thanks in part to James Potter's courtship skills...)
[=[[reviews:TheLieIveLived]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5782108/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Methods_of_Rationality Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2269863/Less_Wrong Less Wrong]] (pseudonym of [[http://yudkowsky.net Eliezer Yudkowsky]])
* Has its own [[FanFic/HarryPotterAndTheMethodsOfRationality page]] now.
* Recommended by Darkloid_Blues, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, Ronfar, Baughn, gg, @/{{Dor}}, jaimeastorga2000, White Hat, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/HydroGlobus, @/{{iamdatroper}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': Petunia married a man other than Vernon Dursley...a scientist. The Harry Potter they raise is bright, bookish, rational, and frustrating beyond all belief to the wizarding world. He starts pointing out the logical fallacies from day one, and never really stops. Looks to be a Ravenclaw!Harry story.
* ''Comments'': Honestly, I never stopped laughing reading this story. There's one [=OC=], Petunia's husband, but he's only there for the plot, and his back-and-forths with Harry and everyone else while they talk about magic range from amusing to hysterical. It gets particularly good when Harry actually goes to Diagon Alley for the first time, as that's when the lampshading really starts. Not very far along yet, but updated regularly.
** @/LooneyToons: Strongly seconded. Chapter five is ''hilarious''. Apparently growing up in a supportive family environment allows Harry to develop some of the troublemaker traits he inherited from James Potter.
** (Unnamed troper at 128.2.101.66): This troper is a decision science major, and can attest to the accuracy and the cleverness of this fic. This is ''not'' going to be a story where a character's "genius" consists of making Black Boxes or pulling off Xanatos Roulettes.
*** Baughn: Being written by an actual genius who ''figured out a lot of the theories in the story himself'' will do that.
*** gg: It's a terrific fanfic, and funny as hell too, but calling Eliezer 'an actual genius' is a bit of exageration though, even taking into account his work on FAI.
*** He did ''not'' figure out the theories in the story himself, seeing as said theories are being taught in the aforementioned decision science major's classes. He'd probably get a better grade than the troper though...
**** I wasn't trying to suggest he figured out all of them. Actually, it might be none of them; I know he's expanded on the field (timeless decision theory, anyone?), but everything in the story seems to be relatively simple.
**** The Timeless Decision Theory seems to be barely existent outside of the places the author publishes, so it may be a little hasty to call him on it.
*** Chapter 10 is perhaps the most epic example of the Hat Sorting scene ever.
** White Hat: Throwing in my recommendation. At first, I thought the story moderately amusing and an interesting idea at first, but the story has begun to deviate more from canon and the deviations are extremely impressive.
** Ayries: Throwing a very enthusiastic rec in, but with the warning that it's maybe not for everyone. I'd also like to point out that in chapter seven, there is a seriously wtf inducing random discussion of rape that seems to have mostly been used as some kind of ill-advised shock value. It's definately not your average fic, or even your average ''story''. But it ''is'' very clever, funny and well written.
*** AS: For that matter, rape is implied at the very least in canon. Deatheaters certainly torture, murder, and rape, even if it's done off screen. Those actions don't come out of the blue. They're based in the kind of thinking and worldview that MOR simply takes the time to spell out directly. The discussion of rape is perfectly fair game and fits in with the theme he's developing throughout -- that the wizarding world (and, to some degree, his own interpretation of it) has some very disturbing ethical aspects in it's structure. Azkaban and the dementors are also discussed, and rightly so, as an abomination. The government itself literally (even if by proxy) tortures it's prisoners into insanity in JKR's created world? WTF! That isn't a massive human rights violation? He makes a valid point that JKR did not carefully think about the implications of everything she wrote. And even in JKR's books, as Harry grows up, the naive wonder he felt in book one is tempered over time by the discoveries he makes that the wizarding world has at least as many problems as the muggle one he left -- and probably significantly more trouble, corruption, and injustice, even perpetrated by the 'good' guys.
*** You have mentioned the rape issue, that´s a problem but there are others, in particular Ron and Dumbledore bashing. Now I am not a particular fan of these two, but it´s becoming to be really annoying and happens too often(especially Dumbledore).
**** It doesn't really bash them so much. Harry definitely dismisses Ron at first, but this proves to be a mistake on his part as he's [[spoiler:one of the many high ranking members of Sunshine who lead Hermione to victory in the first battle, redeeming himself completely]]. Meanwhile, Dumbles isn't bashed in the slightest; rather, he's in a conflict with Harry and Quirrel over how the world is or should be. His ideology is based in the wonder of magic, as it is in canon, as well as in the realities of politics. Quirrel is based solely in reality, both in terms of politics and in terms of life itself. Meanwhile, while Harry sees some of the realities of life, he's both idealistic in politics (although as of the most recent chapter he seems to have lost some of that) and about people, even after [[spoiler:seeing Azkaban and knowing that the will of the people caused that, because he still knows that there are people like Hermione in the world who would tear it down in an instant and replace it with a bunny sanctuary.]] The point being, no characters are truly bashed. They're simply given slightly different characters (Draco and Quirrel) or AlternateCharacterInterpretation (Dumbledore and [=McGonagall=]). If anything, the only character bashed is Snape, and that's just because of the confirmation of what we ''all'' suspected from the moment we found out he actually could read minds, that he was using Legilimency on the students.
** lanky: Another enthusiastic recommendation. This Harry basically out-Hermione-ies Hermione. He's logical and actually has some knowledge to back it up. This story is worth the price of admission based on the [=McGonagall=]-Harry interplay alone.
** Jason Carter: Mine as well. It's a stimulating read, and, if you are like myself, you cannot help but look up everything that gets referenced. It's also quite interesting watching what genius!Harry does in the story. Five stars.
** @/LordGacek: To second @/ShadowAI (who zapped his comment for some reason), the premise is interesting, and the {{Thirty Xanatos Pileup}}s are magnificent. And the author does know how to write, too. But... yeah, the almost-neverending strings of AuthorFilibuster make it, in the long run, unreadable for me (comparisons to ''AtlasShrugged'' have been done). Anyway, if you aren't scared off by that, it deserves a try.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheMethodsOfRationality]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2919503/1/Lunas_Hubby Luna's Hubby]]'' by Meteoricshipyards
* Recommended by @/FuzzyBoots
* ''Synopsis'': 7-year-old Luna Lovegood sees how happy her parents are in their marriage and decides that she wants the same. Having heard from Ginny Weasley that Harry Potter is a good catch, she borrows their family broom and kidnaps him, refusing to tell her parents where she found him. After realizing the abusive environment Harry came from, Selene and Xenophilus adopt Harry into their home, figuring that they can dissuade Luna from the marriage plot later.
* ''Comments'': A very sweet and crazy fic. It's unabashed Harry/Luna shipping and it works spectacularly. The story ends at a slightly changed Triwizard Tournament where [[spoiler:Harry's animagus form, a rhinoceros, accidentally tramples Voldemort and Wormtail during a massive Auror raid on the graveyard.]]
** This story began as one of The Blot's Odd Ideas (see below for details) but grew from there. Considerably LighterAndSofter than its source material, but in a good way.
[=[[reviews:LunasHubby]]=]
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5924173/1/Goodbye_My_Brother Goodbye, My Brother]] by Hermione-Anti.Twilight
* Recommended by mermaidgirl45
* ''Synopsis:'' After the final battle of Hogwarts, Harry dies. Ron is haunted by his death, until Harry appears as a ghost to comfort him.
* ''Comments:'' This is only two chapters, but is very sweet and moving. There are some discrepancies, but it's good writing, and it really captures the grief and pain of the battle, the personality of the characters, especially Ron, and is interesting to read.
[=[[reviews:GoodbyeMyBrother]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5543005/1/Yes_I_am_Harrys_Brother Yes, I Am Harry's Brother]]'', by 1411eastwest
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* '''Warning -- dead link. The author has recently deleted all of their online work.''' There appear to be no other archives or postings of it elsewhere on the net.
* ''Synopsis'': A few years after the events of Halloween 1981, the wraith of Voldemort finds 4 Privet Drive and Harry Potter -- and is accidentally incarnated into a near-clone of Harry's 6-year-old body when the soul fragment in the child's scar rejoins with the Dark Lord's spirit. Using every bit of his cunning and experience, the re-youthened Voldemort then escapes and begins a long process that results in him returning to Privet Drive at age eight in the guise of Harry's half-brother, the result of an affair James Potter had with an American woman -- with the goal of studying Harry to learn what the prophecied "Power he knows not" might be. Along the way, Voldemort kills many, many people -- and gives Harry a much happier life. Then comes Hogwarts...
* ''Comments:'' Intriguing fic with some interesting ideas that defy fanon and fan convention without violating canon, and well-written as well, told entirely from Voldemort's point of view. Voldemort is a CompleteMonster, of course, except we learn that there's far more to him than just the homicidal maniac that the canon Harry sees once a year, and maybe -- just maybe -- he's BecomingTheMask from playing Harry's half-brother even as the death toll among canon characters at his hands keeps escalating. The author is very subtle about it though -- "Vito Potter" sometimes feels like he's just a few weeks from a HeelFaceTurn, and then he'll turn around and a professor will be dead for getting too close to his secret; the reader is never sure which part of his personality is the "real" one. He seems strangely protective of Harry and even some of their friends, while at the same time plotting their eventual destruction when he comes back into power. Complete, and definitely worth a look if you want something different among your ''Harry Potter'' fanfics.
** A Strong second. Although not too long it is a well made story and works very well. With a few minor grammar and spelling errors aside it definitely gives the tale of why the Wizarding World feared Voldemort in the first place.
** YMMV strongly. The story has its ups and downs, especially towards the start, but steadily declines as it unfolds. It's an interesting read, especially if you don't mind rampant character bashing, but it doesn't really stand out from all the other OC/Super!Harry (even if it's not actually Harry in this case) by the end.
** @/LooneyToons: I will agree, the ending is somewhat anticlimactic.
** I liked the ending. It was a bit anticlimactic...until I read it again, tied together the bits about the Stone, and realized [[spoiler:that Voldemort had won completely and utterly]].
[=[[reviews:YesIAmHarrysBrother]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3446796/1/Magical_Relations Magical Relations]]'' by evansentranced (AU)
* Recommended by Anthiens, Lavanya Six, @/TyrannoStorm
* ''Synopsis'': Harry didn't just get a letter -- Dudley does, too. Quite a bit of unexpected character developments, including a Hermione/Dudley friendship, Draco still being his bratty self yet being portrayed as human and Harry being in Slytherin. Extremely well done and up to fourth year.
* ''Comments:'' Anthiens: This story focuses largely on the relationships and the changes both Harry and Dudley go through. A number of people get ''very'' different interpretations... including Vernon. I don't read HP fanfic often, but this is tops.
** @/ShayGuy: I kinda liked this one's character interactions and ideas, but thought it fell short in the realm of actual ''conflict''. The bit when [[spoiler:they realize that the basilisk is still on the loose, but without a master]] is about as good as it gets, and that didn't even last very long.
** @/TyrannoStorm: Dudley's joining Hogwarts affects very little. The story is from Harry's point of view, and the main difference is Harry joining Slytherin [[spoiler:and befriending most everyone in it.]] As @/ShayGuy says, this story has little conflict, but YourMileageMayVary on whether you consider that a good thing. Personally, I found the lack of suspense a welcome change.
[=[[reviews:MagicalRelations]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2156084/1/Another_Prisoner_Another_Professor Another Prisoner, Another Professor]]'' by Marauder the Slash Nymph (incomplete, eventual Sirius/Remus, [[http://community.livejournal.com/mtsn_hp_au/profile LJ link]], [[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/marauder/APAP01.html FA link]])
* Recommended by sauronlulz
* ''Synopsis'': In Harry's third year he must learn the many truths about the new DADA teacher, Professor Black, and an escaped convict, Remus Lupin.
* ''Comments'': The first few chapters come off as "the third book with Sirius' and Remus' names switched", but the fic gradually takes on a life of its own as more small details diverge from canon and the author makes up her own subplots. All the canon characters are IC (but Ron gets added snark!), the invented dynamics between characters who didn't meet in canon (e.g. Sirius and Draco) are done brilliantly, and OC Brutus Swift is hilarious. Remus has not yet come onstage, but the hints of Sirius/Remus are handled well. Best of all, Harry and Sirius' relationship gets the time and growth it didn't get in the books, making it Better Than Canon. Updated very slowly, but luckily not a deadfic.
[=[[reviews:AnotherPrisonerAnotherProfessor]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1248&chapno=1 Promises Unbroken]]'' by Robin. Also included: its sequels ''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1708&chapno=1 Promises Remembered]]'' and ''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2438&chapno=1 Promises Defended]]''.
* Recommended by Wookiee
* ''Synopsis'': A look at Harry's first year at Hogwarts and the political climate outside the school in an AU where Sirius was the Potters' secret-keeper. [[spoiler: Apparently]] dying rather than betray his friends, Lily and James are alive, Harry has parents, Voldemort is still at large, and the first war is still raging outside the castle walls.
* The brilliance of this story lies in the combination of making some things exactly the same as the books while radically changing other aspects. This is not a bland dark apocafic, but a very well-thought-out and detailed extrapolation of what could have been. What this author has done with the characters of James and Lily, Remus, and Peter is remarkably believable and logical, and the way a Harry who never went to the Dursleys views a much more divided wizarding world is a blend of both new twists and familiarity. The portrayal of the Marauders' friendship, including flashbacks, is beautifully rendered and heartfelt, and is the best aspect of the story. While non-orphan!Harry's personality may be a little too bland for this troper's liking, the characterizations of the rest of the characters makes up for it.
[=[[reviews:PromisesUnbroken]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6075384/1/Freaks_Arent_Allowed Freaks Aren't Allowed]]'' by lastcrazyhorn
* Recommended by orpheus-izanagi
* ''Synopsis'': After nearly freezing to death outside his relatives' home, little Harry is rescued by first a spirit and then a snarky git! The adventure isn't over yet though, as Snape soon realizes that his charge's problems aren't limited to just frostbite.
* ''Comments:'' This story is excellent for fluff: between the interactions of child!Harry and Snape, this manages to get just the right amount of fluff. It's tempered with a separate Dumbledore subplot, so if there's too much fluff for you, you can always look at that.
[=[[reviews:FreaksArentAllowed]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4745329/1/On_the_Way_to_Greatness On the Way to Greatness]],'' by mira mirth
* Recommended by Fiddlesoup, @/UncloudedTJ, [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]], @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': As per the Hat's decision, Harry gets Sorted into Slytherin upon his arrival in Hogwarts -- and suddenly, the future isn't what it used to be. Spoilers for all books.
* ''Comments'': Really amazed that this hasn't been put up here before, seeing as to how it's been around since the end of 08. A unique look at "Slytherin" Harry, where he isn't best friends with Snape or Draco. The characterizations are very good, and the plot really moves into its own. There are thirteen chapters to go as of the recent update. The story moves at a fast pace considering that each book is given a number of chapters equal to the book number. I can honestly say that this story is my current favorite piece of fanfiction -- including all of jbern's, nonjon's and others' works. A bit gory at parts, and has frequent cussing if that bothers anyone.
** @/UncloudedTJ: It's definitely a different spin on the Slytherin!Harry setting. Harry continues down his depressed state from the Dursley's and is overall much more pessimistic than his canon counterpart. Overall though it does portray Slytherin very realistically and at the end of the fifth year it certainly leaves events wide open for the future with Harry making different allies and vastly different choices as the story progresses.
** [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]]: I have some nitpicks with this one, in regards to grammar and characterization and theme. I'm not sure that I buy all the character reactions mira mirth puts forward--something rings particularly false about Ron's, and Harry occasionally seems smarter than a teenager has any right to be--and I haven't decided whether elements such as the [[spoiler:retconned explanations for why [=GoF's=] plot was so complex]] are amusing, annoying, or necessary. On the whole, I'm hoping that Harry's something of an unreliable narrator. On the other hand, it's certainly the best Slytherin!Harry fic I've yet read, and definitely a good read for anyone who loves ridiculously convoluted political plots. Plus, sarcastic Harry is my favorite flavor of Harry, and this fic has plenty of that.
[=[[reviews:OnTheWayToGreatness]]=]
''[[http://www.the-archive.net/viewstory.php?sid=1740 Faithful Only He]]'' by Nimori
* Recommended by Valjean
* ''Synopsis'' "And if Sirius had been their keeper..."
* ''Comments'': A heartbreaking and devastatingly raw, real look at what could have been if Sirius had been the Potters' secret-keeper. The title might give a hint. This AU is beautifully written and the way it follows the simple, logical consequences of the life-changing choice is brutal but feels exactly ''right''.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3557725/1/Forging_the_Sword Forging The Sword]]'' by Myst Shadow
* Recommended by @/ShadowAI, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'' What does it take, to reshape a child? And if reshaped, what then is formed? Down in the Chamber, a choice is made. (Harry's Gryffindor traits were always so much scarier than other peoples'.)
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2595818/1/ Rectifier]]'' by Niger Aquila
* Recommended by foxintime, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'' What if during the first Chamber incident, Professor Dumbledore had caught Tom Riddle red handed? Actually, life would have been amazing for both Tom and Albus (friendship). Until, that is, when one night Professor Tom M. Riddle decided to check out if Alternate Universes do exist. Takes place around Half-Blood Prince in the canon universe. WIP.
* ''Comments'': I like how author chose not to bleach Voldemort, but give him a reason not to go down canon path of another Dark Lord. He is a bad boy here, both of them are. Friendship with Dumbledore is made of win.
** @/UncloudedTJ: It definately gives a good reasoning for Voldemort not being an outright evil person in the other world and doesn't make him easily redeemed. Ultimately, though, the series focuses on the clash of personalities between Tom and the canon Voldemort and how Tom strugles to decide if he should help or leave the situation alone.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4152930/1/Dagger_and_Rose Dagger and Rose]]'', by Perspicacity
* Recommended by @/HirakuJoutei
* ''Synopsis'': What if Dumbledore took Harry as his apprentice, after hearing the second prophesy? When Harry takes him up on the offer, he is cast into a world far darker and much more dangerous than he could imagine. With all of the lies and betrayal, can Harry see through to the light to find his one true love? Or will it suck him up, turning him into the very thing he has fought so hard against?
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Fleur
* ''Comments'': Set in the Fourth Year (Goblet of Fire). One of the best fics I have read (and I've read hundreds), dark and suspenseful, with a hint of hope. Masterfully written by an author with professional experience, this story manages to avoid the pitfalls of many other For Want of a nail fics. I can also guarantee that the ending will have you pulling out you hair. This story is complete.
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[[folder: Humor/Crack Fics]]
''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Dear_Tom/Dear_Tom.php Dear Tom]]'' by Bobmin
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In the summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', the Order's interception of Harry's mail reveals he is corresponding with Voldemort, and that Harry is starting to see things his way.
* ''Comments:'' Amusing short with a twist at the end. The Order's growing panic -- and efforts at damage control -- are especially fun.
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''[[http://www.nodignity.com/freaks/nqm/nqm1.html The Naked Quidditch Match]]'' by Evilgoddss. Also available on [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3689325/1/The_Original_Naked_Quidditch_Match Fanfiction.net]].
* Recommended by @/{{Seanette}}, Scifantasy, @/{{Jefepato}}, Chuckg, @/{{Dor}}, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': This is made up of "m-mails" exchanged among characters. Fred and George managed to put their teammates in a ''very'' embarrassing situation, and their responses are, to put it mildly, interesting.
* ''Comments'': This is utterly hilarious. OriginalFlavor, with a twist. There used to be a "news story" wrapping it up, but I can't find it online anywhere. Would anyone else know where Chapter 10 can be found?
* Seconded by {{Scifantasy}}: [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3689325/10/The_Original_Naked_Quidditch_Match Here]] is chapter 10. No sign of the photoshopped-blue Fred and George, though.
** Thirded by @/AckSed. Funniest fanfic ''ever''. If the mentions of the bets on the Golden Snitches don't make you laugh, Harry's taunting of "Moldymort" or the glamour calendar will. Aaand it's in-character, too, except when it's funnier.
*** Fourthed by @/{{Jefepato}}. I read the concept and thought this was going to be stupid and oh god I can't stop laughing.
**** Fifthed by [=PhoenixFTW=] ... I can't stop laughing. It's amazing... 13 cm...
* @/{{Roo}}: Sorry, but I just can't see that this is as hilarious as everyone says. I actually find it a very strong contender for Most Overrated Fic, maybe because of the huge OOC behavior of so many characters, especially Harry and Voldemort. I don't mind a bit of twisting/exaggeration of characters for comic effect, but Smug!Harry always rubs me the wrong way.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5640811/1/Hagrid_and_the_Skoolgurlz Hagrid and the Skoolgurlz]]'' by Kaku no Mono
* Recommended by Aether Teen
* ''Synopsis'': [[BoisterousBruiser Hagrid]], [[ButtMonkey Ron]], [[EnsembleDarkhorse Ara]][[ImAHumanitarian gog]], [[TheSmartGuy Herm]][[GagBoobs ione]], [[CrazyAwesome Dumble]][[AllGaysArePedophiles dore]], [[RacistGrandma McGonagall]], and [[CloudCuckoolander Luna]][[YaoiFangirl (plus Luna's Yaoi slaves)]] form a heavy metal band. The group destroys NAMBLA, Atlantis, Ireland, France, and many other civilizations as they travel around the world in their [[MagicSchoolBus Magic Tour Bus]]. Voldemort then forms a rival band with a group of [[ParodySue Parody Sues]] to fight our heroes! [[MyFriendsAndZoidberg Also, Harry fights zombies]].
* ''Comments'': A parody/[[SongFic song fic]], with [[NoFourthWall full knowledge that it is a fan fiction]]. All of the characters know they are Alternate Universe counterparts of the original characters. Memorable quotes include Aragog's [[EatsBabies "Sure! I'll do it! For the Bite-Sized children!"]] Also, Dumbledore has [[DidWeJustHaveTeaWithCthulhu sex with Cthulhu]]. This appears to be MadeOfWin.
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''[[http://www.eskimo.com/~vecna/truthiness.html Harry Potter and the Eagle of Truthiness]]'', by Christine Morgan (CrackFic)
* Recommended by Ronfar, @/UncloudedTJ, Medicus
* ''Synopsis'': StephenColbert becomes the new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': It's not particularly long and doesn't have any real plot, but it's good for a few laughs.
** A few laughs? This is possibly the greatest fanfic this troper has ever read. It's too bad it never received the green-light for a series. - Medicus
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3142958/1/Tom_Riddle_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire Tom Riddle and the Goblet of Fire]]'' by Drakensis
* Recommended by: @/LooneyToons, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In Harry Potter's seventh year, Minerva [=McGonagall=] stumbles across a strange ceremony employing the Goblet of Fire. Why is Harry overseeing it, and what do two students from Beauxbatons and Durmstrang have to do with it all?
* ''Comments:'' One of the occasionally infuriating things about the ''Harry Potter'' books is that there are ''so'' many canon loopholes through which a sufficiently clever witch or wizard might have managed to defeat Voldemort long before he returned as a credible threat. This clever and amusing short lays out one such way, supported completely by canon, that Voldemort might have easily been neutralized.
** Seconded by @/{{Bulbaquil}} -- such a ''simple'' thing, too.
** @/ShayGuy: Amusing, if trivially easy to think of reasons for it ''not'' working. Like, say, Voldemort no longer being a student.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5371934/1/All_The_Dementors_of_Azkaban All the Dementors of Azkaban]]'' by Lifewriter
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': Luna Lovegood gets a one-way ticket to Azkaban for her role in opening the Chamber of Secrets. When Fudge refuses to release her, Harry takes matters into his own hands... by moving into the cell next door. [[CrackFic Crack ensues]].
* ''Comments'': Probably the only Azkaban fic this troper will ever recommend, because its very existence makes a mockery of all "Harry gets sent to Azkaban" fics everywhere. Highlights include Harry taking history lessons from the inmates, Luna getting her hands on the Elder Wand, and Saturday night poker tournaments with the Dementors.
[=[[reviews:AllTheDementorsOfAzkaban]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3695087/1/Larceny_Lechery_and_Luna_Lovegood Larceny, Lechery, and Luna Lovegood!]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by [=VortexRyder=], @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': Harry and Hermione are Married Cat burglar Couple! Ron Weasley becomes the Dark Lord Ron Jeremy! His Dark Mark is a Hedgehog that can't be buggered at all! He uses Dragons to rape ten Death Eaters.
* ''Comments'': Like most other works by the Blot, this is a cracktastic cascade of craziness, growing inexorably from a few reasonable-sounding deviations from canon that send you off into unexplored comedic territory before you realize what you've done in accepting them. Full of fun little bits, such as Harry and Hermione setting themselves up as their own mortal enemies.
[=[[reviews:LarcenyLecheryAndLunaLovegood]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3358098/1/ The Various Supah Powahs of One Severus Snape]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/199514/ lunakatrina]]
* Recommended by @/{{tenderlumpling}}
* ''Synopsis:'' Severus Snape falls into a vat of chemicals... And survives. But he has one problem: His new, nuclear nose smells ''everything'', driving him to compulsively clean Hogwarts and every other dwelling he enters. While cleaning the Riddle house, he discovers a very unpleasant surprise about himself. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Comments'': Severus Snape, Master and Commander... of Squirrels. That is all.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3401052/1/ A Black Comedy]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/649528/ nonjon]]
* Recommended by Fellownerd, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis:'' The summery summs is up nicly "Two years after defeating Voldemort, Harry falls into an alternate dimension with his godfather. Together, they embark on a new life filled with drunken debauchery, thievery, and generally antagonizing all their old family, friends, and enemies."
* '' Comments'': Anything by nonjon is pure crack genius
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5777316/1/Hedwig_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire Hedwig and the Goblet of Fire]]'' by Meteoricshipyards
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry uses Hedwig to test the restrictions on the Goblet of Fire. Obviously, they're not good enough to stop the smartest owl in Britain!
* ''Comments'': A one-shot that is pure crack from start to finish. It begins with Harry testing various methods of entering people into the tournament and results in Hedwig being chosen. From there it turns Hedwig into a SpannerInTheWorks for the whole book's plot.
** The Blood Sharpie: Sure, it's crack, and yes, it's an rather intriguing premise, but the fic itself reads more like a story outline than an actual story. What took a whole book in canon is glossed over in about five minutes here. Good for a laugh, but don't read this looking for something engaging.
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''[[http://www.cosforums.com/showthread.php?p=1324350#post1324350 Voldemort and His Complicated Plans]]'' by Dink
* Recommended by @/SevenOfDiamonds
* ''Synopsis'': Deleted scenes from ''Goblet of Fire'' detailing why Voldemort went with such a convoluted plan when there were simpler options available.
* ''Comments'': The author takes the canon image of Voldemort as a scaly baby with a high pitched voice to its full comedic potential. Also, one of the more likable portrayals of Peter Pettigrew.
** This story is a chapter in a larger series, titled ''The Harry Potter Code'', which can be found [[http://fanfiction.mugglenet.com/viewstory.php?sid=2221 here]]. The chapters have different names here than on the forum, for example ''Voldemort and His Complicated Plans'' is titled ''Questions Questions Questions Spoons''.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1727573/1/Harry_Potter_is_on_FIRE Harry Potter is on FIRE!]]'' by Darkboy 77.
* Recommended by Raxis.
* ''Synopsis'': A parody story that goes far beyond crazy, stretching it to a breaking point and bringing it full circle.
* ''Comments'': Words can't describe how hilarious this story is, but this troper will try anyway. This story following the insane later years for Harry Potter, bringing all sorts of wackiness along the way. Female!Snape, Tiara!Voldemort, The House Point Hourglasses come alive in the sequal, Dumbledore likes to be Game Boy Advances! And that's just the start.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2254006/1/Made_With_Our_Love Made With Our Love]]'', by Marauder The Slash Nymph
* Recommended by sauronlulz, @/{{Darkaros}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry knows what he has to do: tell Draco that he's pregnant with their child.
* ''Commentary'': Short but hilarious sendup of mpreg fic.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/504130/1/ Harry Potter & the Amorae Potion]]'', by Jiffer
* Recommended by @/KhymChanur
* NOTE: [[DeadFic Abandoned story]].
* ''Synopsis'': Harry accidentally drinks an inverted love potion: rather than making him fall in love with the first girl he sees, it makes any girl who sees Harry fall in love with ''him''. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Commentary'': The story is basically just Harry fleeing from his rapidly expanding UnwantedHarem, so YourMileageMayVary. Graduates from mere silly comedy to crackfic when [[spoiler:Moaning Myrtle tries to use Muggle firearms to kill Harry]].
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4081016/1/The_Poker_Game The Poker Game]]'' by Enterprise1701-d and Joshua The Evil Guy
* Recommended by @/JonathanSCE, @/{{Darkaros}}
* ''Pairing'': Harry Potter / Luna Lovegood, Susan Bones, Tracey Davies, Pansy Parkinson, [[spoiler: Ginny Weasley, Cho Chang, Daphne Greengrass, Gabrielle Delacour, Nymphadora Tonks, Moaning Myrtle, Katie Bell, Parvati Patil, Padma Patil, Hannah Abbott ''and'' Hermione Granger]]
* ''Synopsis'': A Harem/Contract fic. Taking place during Harry’s sixth year with almost none of the plot of the book, Harry wins ''four'' indentured servants in a poker game due to some of the players betting themselves. One of whom was not even there because of Draco betting Pansy due to a Life Debt. Very clean, some innuendo and language.
* ''Comments'': And it does not stop there, because after the poker game Harry gets more girls due to: two more Life Debts (which result in a slave contact), not paying attention to what they are signing, purposely cutting their ties to their family, claim to the Black inheritance, bringing a ghost back to life, a curse item, ''and'' [[spoiler: to become the Leader of all Magic]]. The girls don’t mind being attached to Harry thought. He also learns Egyptian, Sumerian and Indian Magic, turns the Chamber of Secrets into living quarters with a "holosuite", and creates a Magical AI (MI). Very well done story, taking in the feelings of each of the characters into account.
** @/{{Darkaros}}: Warning, judging from reviews on FF.Net, [[DidNotDoTheResearch people who have played poker before or care about details will want to skip the actual poker section.]] Very well written, but anyone who cannot tolerate wish fullfillment will want to avoid like a plague.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/622731/1/Harry_Potter_and_Some_Sorcerers_Rock Harry Potter and Some Sorcerers Rock]]'' by Silvver Phoenix (previously Silver Phoenix25)
* Recommended by Rozzy
* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot parody of ''Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone. In the words of the author: "I'm insane, as is my writing. You have been warned."
* ''Comments'': This fic is okay on it's own, but the sequels (Harry Potter and the Chamberpot of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of a Cabana and Harry Potter and the Omelette of Desire) are some of the funniest and craziest fanfics I've ever read--and I first read them a long time ago. The sequels were taken off fanfiction.net due to gratuitous (and hilarious) celebrity cameos, but can be found in all their glory at [[http://www.silverphoenix.5u.com/ Silvver Phoenix's website]]. Highlights include Gangster!Twins Lil' Fred and Big G, Harry temporarily joining the Spice Girls and John Stamos being trapped under an overturned laundry basket. BetterThanItSounds.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/887404/1/Pledges Pledges]]'' by Amireal.
* Recommended by lastcrazyhorn
* ''Pairings'': Snape/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': Screwed up spells, attacks on hogwarts, Potions Masters who dearly wish he had actual control over his life. Complete Fic.
* ''Comments'': This fic is crazy fun. Harry accidentally pledges himself to Severus with an old engagement spell that results in many hilarious encounters where they are almost literally unable to keep their hands off one another. On one hand, they really can't stand each other (at least at first), but because of the spell, they can't stay away from one another without going crazy. An example of AliensMadeThemDoIt.
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''[[http://community.livejournal.com/hp_nextgen_fest/34663.html The Incredible and Angsty Journey of Rose Weasley, Girl Slasher!]]'' by nextgen_mod
* Recommended by @/{{jakelikescheddar}}
* ''Synopsis'': Rose Weasley discovers the Internet, and immediately commences {{Shipping}}. The tale of one YaoiFangirl's attempts to break through the Wizarding World's homophobia and get the rest of her compatriots to recognise how happy they'd be if they accepted the One True Pairings.
* Comments: A stunningly precise skewer is delivered to all aspects of SlashFic in the HP fandom, featuring plenty of CringeComedy and deadpan delivery.
[=[[reviews:TheIncredibleAndAngstyJourneyOfRoseWeasleyGirlSlasher]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2565609/1/Odd_Ideas Odd Ideas]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by: Oracle Seven
* Synopsis: Odd little one shots that may or may not be turned into their own stories.
* Comments: This is clearly the source from which all of author's best work springs forth. Every chapter features something new and even more hilarious than the previous chapters - aside from the odd serious idea or a revision of a previous idea. While it's generally written in a very rough style, that doesn't detract from the entertainment value at all. As of this writing, it's ''[[BeyondTheImpossible one hundred and twelve]]'' chapters long - and still growing!
[=[[reviews:OddIdeas]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6417704/1/A_Little_Light_Reading A Little Light Reading]]'' By Dullastacks
* Recommended by Shimmer712
* ''Synopsis'': Snape reads the first Harry Potter and sets about fixing things.
* ''Comments'': I love the remarks Snape makes while reading.
** The Blood Sharpie: A very good story, and one that lends itself to credibility by way of a plot in the "outside" world as well as the bolded text that Snape is reading. While it's not that hard to skip everything but Snape making snarky comments at the book, the "outside" plot gets its [[CerebusSyndrome Cerebus moment]] with the "inside" world sentence "Harry was used to spiders, because the cupboard under the stairs was full of them, and that was where he slept."
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[[folder: So Bad It's Good Fics]]
''[[strike:FanFic/MyImmortal]]'' by Tara Gilesbie.
* Recommended by: People with brain problems and "goffs".
* Comments: [[SarcasmMode My Immortal is the greatest fanfic ever.]]
** [[SchmuckBait No! Don't read it!]]
*** Yes, do, it's hilarious!
* It's [[CrowningMomentOfFunny just]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome awesome]]. Possibly the best TrollFic ever written.
* Has it's own MST, as well (recommended by acg452). [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5914303/1/Marauders_Read_My_Immortal The Marauders Read My Immortal]]. Not complete yet, but it's frickin' ''[[HilarityEnsues hilarious]]''.
**** @/ShadowAI: I will not be held responsible for adding a review section for this
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2554200/1/HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH]]'' by Secondpillow.
* Recommended by: People with brain problems (of the "[[TestosteronePoisoning testosterone overdose]]" kind).
* Synopsis: A series of episodes with a limited relation to each other; most revolve around killing things and liberal usage of the [[ClusterFBomb eff-word]].
* Comments: The RatedMForManly counterpart to ''MyImmortal'', highly recommended if you've enjoyed the former. Try it if you dare... If you've got sanity to spare. Warning: contains rape apes.
* Also has [[Fanfic/ThirtyHs its own trope page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6216672/1/HogwartsofHeaven Hogwarts of Heaven]]'' by Silver Suffering.
* Recommended by: People who like Marty Stues, randomness and Bella Swan/Anita Blake-action.
* Synopsis: Chestere Le Valiente plays a rocking electric guitar solo on a shiny wooden saxophone while wondering what life would be like if he was a female 16 year old Indonesian gymnast who was secretly working to bring down the government and force the world to wear pink tuxedos. He is very disappointed that purple giraffes are not permitted to drink from the toilets at Hogwarts. And then, a whole load of even more random things happen.
* Comments: Is probably a crackfic, but the author keeps insisting that it's completely serious. The entire fic is a CrowningMomentOfFunny, but is unfortunately terribly underrated. In fact, only @/LunaAvril, known as Luna Elphaba Anne Granger on FF.net, has reviewed. Buffy, Homer Simpson, Fred Flintstone, Gandalf, Bugs Bunny, Penelope Pitstop, Light Yagami, Squall Leonhart and James Bond make occasional appearances. Warning: Makes no sense. Like, at all.
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[[folder: Crossovers]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4826372/1/Harry_Mewter Harry Mewter]]'' by Alex Ultra
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Pokemon}}.
* Recommended by @/SchizoTechnician, @/{{Doppelganger511}}
* ''Synopsis'': Late in his second year, Harry Potter takes an animagus potion. His animagus form is Mew. HilarityEnsues as he discovers catnip, learns what his new form can do the hard way, and tries to find out what the hell he turns into, anyway.
* ''Comments:'' Surprisingly well done, given how easy it would be to take this down the wrong road. Very little from ''{{Pokemon}}'' appears -- no attack names, no pokeballs, nothing except animagus forms, without even any knowledge of what they are or do. Hilarious at times.
** @/{{Doppelganger511}}: I second the recommendation. I usually loathe crossovers, but this one is fantastic. Definitely worth reading.
[=[[reviews:HarryMewter]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1977510/1/ Harry Potter and the Digimon Frontier]]''
* Recommended by Ananonymuscat
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DigimonFrontier.
* ''Synopsis'': For five years, the kids of Frontier have been training as Japanese wizards. Now they've got the chance to study abroad, in England of all places. But there are some odd things happening. Digimon...at Hogwarts?
* ''Comments'': Don't let [[NeedsABetterTitle the title]] fool you, inspired by ''The Best Defense'', this is one of the most thought out crossovers you are likely to find, everyone is in character, and the plot makes perfect sense.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4438449/1/Path_of_Decision Path of Decision]]'' by lulu42 (contains mild violence.)
* Recommended by Fenro, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Sandman}}
* ''Synopsis'': Voldemort is in power, but the Wizarding World fights back. Harry Potter, Master of Death, is faced with a choice: move forward or change everything?
* ''Comments'': The plot is very intriguing, but there are a lot of spelling and grammar mistakes. This story takes place during Harry's Hogwarts years. This story is complete.
** @/UncloudedTJ: A very interesting take on Slytherin!Harry. It has a deep backstory with some questions (about Harry's past especially) only being answered around Harry's 6th year. It truly shows the ''Sandman'' crossover by including all the main influences from that series but doesn't require you to know anything about them. Overall very well done if you can ignore the spelling and grammatical errors.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2929916/1/Invert Invert]]'' by Marz1
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}, @/{{Rogue 7}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, FullMetalAlchemist
* ''Synopsis'': While investigating a bizarre alchemical structure, the Elric brothers get pulled into the ''Potter''verse early on in an AU version of ''Deathly Hallows.'' In the interest of finding a way home, Ed lends his talents to the Horcrux hunt while Al finds ways to keep himself busy at Hogwarts. Better than it sounds.
* ''Comments'': This was the fic that originally got me interested in ''FMA''. It doesn't measure up to fics like ''Harry Potter and the Nightmares of Future Past'' or ''Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness'', but it's still an entertaining read. Seems to be a deadfic but the first half of the story is complete enough to enjoy as a stand-alone fic.
** @/{{Rogue 7}}: Amusing and well-written, though, as stated above, not one of the best. Worth reading simply for how in-character Ed is.
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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4751226/1/Dangerous_Gifts Dangerous Gifts]] by [=SGCbearclub=] (This fic is rated M for Sexual Situations, Suggestive Themes, Violence, and mild-language.)
* Recommended by Fenro
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Labyrinth}}
* ''Pairing(s)'': Jareth/Sarah and SS/HG (This story is het).
* ''Synopsis'': Snape never asked to be rescued. Sarah never asked for magic. Jareth doesn't generally ask, period. The Ministry should have remembered that, back when they assumed they won the Goblin Wars. Nothing is ever what it seems. The story takes place after DH but without the epilogue. Labyrinth crossover.
* ''Comments'': There is a lot of Sarah/Snape interaction, but my most favored part, is the interactions between Jareth/Snape. There's a bit of role reversal, that adds out of character variety to the story. One thing that was brought to my attention, was that I needed to do a bit of research on mythology in order to fully comprehend the story. The last update was in March of 2009.
[=[[reviews:DangerousGifts]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2570231/1/Fusion_of_Destinies Fusion of Destinies]]'' by Grey-X
* Recommended by: @/{{SAMAS}}, @/SparkyLurkdragon
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Metroid}}
* ''Synopsis:'' A blazing meteorite falls into the forest around Hogwarts, leaving an amnesiac woman called Samantha. Working odd jobs around the school, she finds herself drawn to Harry. But she's here for a reason: A terrible spell that has called forth a weapon from the future... and the one person that can stop it. Crossover with, of all things, ''{{Metroid}}''.
* ''Comments:'' Seconding by @/SparkyLurkdragon, who's actually coming at this from the other side: Harry Potter really isn't my thing, but I ''love'' Metroid. I'd just like to vouch that Grey-X delivers very well on the Metroid side of things, too; in particular, it's very refreshing to see a ficcer acknowledging that Samus is probably more Chozo than human, culturally.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4427065/1/Strange_Bedfellows Strange Bedfellows]]'' by [=MST3KguruK10=] & Mrs Hyde
* Recommended by Revlid, @/{{Skazka}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, OnceUponATimeInMexico
* ''Synopsis'': "We all need someone we can lean on..." Two unlikely men in an unlikely place find an unlikely friendship in each other. A post-DH, post-Once Upon a Time in Mexico crossover AU featuring Severus Snape and Sheldon Sands.
* ''Comments'': Yes, it's a Harry Potter, Once Upon a Time in Mexico crossover. No, I have no idea how that idea came about. Yes, it is pretty awesome.
** Seconded by @/{{Skazka}}, who literally stayed up overnight without sleeping to read this fic the whole way through. A warning is due, though-- as in some of the author's other fics, Sands is occasionally fond of manipulating people using sex, and Snape is no exception. Still, I wouldn't call it an outright slashfic. [[spoiler:Perhaps with the exception of much of Chapter 11.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2452681/1/Evil_Be_Thou_My_Good/ Evil Be Thou My Good]]'' by Ruskbyte (AU, or maybe not if you consider the original setting of the, ahem, crossed material. Horror,Crossover, Dark!Harry, Disturbing, Disturbing, DISTURBING. [[LaughingMad HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!]])
* Recommended by Crackersdon'tmatter, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Fandoms'': {{Hellraiser}}, HarryPotter. Yeeesssss.
* ''Synopsis'': Uncle Vernon thought to bring home a puzzle toy he bought to encourage Dudley's mental stimulation. A box shaped puzzle. A box that plays music. A young Harry solves the puzzle, and alone survives the consequences, to make it quick. Except now he can't stop thinking about the box, about that tune. And he's gained the attention of a very powerful dark being who is ''not'' a wizard.
* ''Comments'': Disturbing indeed. It's a very, very good one shot by itself and you don't have to know anything about Hellraiser at all to enjoy it. The sequel ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4446981/1/All_Problems_Solved All Problems Solved]]'' is incredibly good as well.
** Arguably one of the best psychologically frightening stories ever. I had goosebumps reading it.
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''[[http://www.tthfanfic.org/Story-6136/Tassos_The_Flat_Next_Door.htm The Flat Next Door]]'' by Tassos
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, BuffyTheVampireSlayer
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', Harry and the Dursleys are moved by the Order into an apartment when 4 Privet Drive is identified and targeted by the Death Eaters. Harry finds little to recommend the change until he meets the gentleman living in the next apartment -- one Mr. Rupert Giles, whose quiet and respectful friendship saves Harry's sanity and soul from the depths of despair.
* ''Comments'': Set after the final episode of ''BTVS'' and featuring almost none of the other characters from the series, this is a low-key story that nonetheless carries an unexpected emotional intensity, all the way to its quietly surprising ending.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2857962/1/Browncoat_Green_Eyes Browncoat, Green Eyes]]'' by nonjon
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Dor}}, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{ShadowAI}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Firefly}} post Serenity
* ''Synopsis'': Two years have passed since the secret of the planet Miranda got broadcast across the whole 'verse in 2518. The crew of Serenity finally hires a new pilot, but he's a bit peculiar.
* ''Comments'': An interesting crossover with Firefly where it's believable that Harry Potter existed in the same universe. The story works so well that sometimes it's hard to believe they're not meant to be in the same time much less canon. This is an AU (having been written before HP book 7) so some relationships aren't the same as canon. Other than that the character and plot development is top notch and at about 300k words it's a very well done fic.
** @/{{Dor}}: Seconded enthusiastically. Nonjon mostly writes comedy, which is a shame because this story proves he can write "serious" fic to rival anyone else mentioned on this page. There's definitely more than a few laughs in there, too (Chapter Four in particular is just one after another), but unlike the rest of Nonjon's work, there's more going on in ''Browncoat'' than just the comedy.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: I know absolutely nothing about ''Firefly'' but I had a blast with this fic anyways. It bears noting, however, that Harry appears at first glance to be massively out of character until certain details regarding his past are revealed later on in the story, namely the fact that [[spoiler: Harry spent a bit more than a century married to ''Luna Lovegood'' of all people]] (You hear that noise? That's the sound of everyone who's ever read that far going "Oh, ''that'' explains it.").
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3649590/1/Of_Gods_and_Men Of Gods and Men]]'' by shadowphantomness
* Recommended by feral
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Pairing(s)'': Light/Mikami
* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go after Kira.
* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3153311/1/Itachi_and_the_Prisoner_of_Azkaban Itachi and the Prisoner of Azkaban]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/369082/Mistress_DragonFlame Mistress Dragonflame]]
* Recommended by melloncollie
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Naruto}}
* ''Synopsis'': This fic is an Itachi-centric crossover with the Potterverse. While an ANBU captain, Itachi is called away to Britain on a mission as Harry Potter's covert bodyguard. Hilarity Ensues.
* ''Comments'': This fic could use a bit of polishing, but if you can overlook the numerous grammar and spelling errors there are a few genuinely touching moments, brought on by the "what-could-have-been" aspect, and the sharp contrast between the relatively Lighter And Softer Potterverse and the violent, dystopic Narutoverse. However, most of the more exciting conflict seems to center around Itachi and the Narutoverse side of the crossover, and the conflicts on the Potterverse side are solved with relative ease. Most definitely a FixFic.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4521407/1/The_Boy_Who_Fell_A_HP_Starwars_Crossover The Boy Who Fell]]'', by Darth Marrs
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, StarWars
* ''Synopsis'': Thirteen years ago, Harry Potter was murdered by Vernon Dursley, and with him went the last hope of magical Britain. Now, as Voldemort and his Death Eaters spread their reign of terror across the Wizarding World, Luna Lovegood makes a wish for someone to come and make it all better. What she gets is [[StarWars Ben]] [[ExpandedUniverse Skywalker]].
* ''Comments'': Yes, it really is StarWars meets HarryPotter. Search your feelings, you ''know'' you want to know how ''this'' can possibly work.
** Seconded. It definitely makes you feel that the universes aren't that different after all.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5538533/1/Vanity_Vice_and_Voyeurism Vanity, Vice and Voyeurism]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by: @/MacPhisto
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, FightClub
* Synopsis: As much as she hates muggles, Bellatrix Lestrange can't help but be fascinated by them. You can learn a lot about a person just by taking a look at how they live. One day, she decides to sneak into the apartment of Ms. [[FightClub Marla Singer]].
* Warning: Rated M, for [[ScrewYourself obvious reasons]]
* Comments: Two of the most depraved characters ever, both played by the most beautiful woman in the world... how was I not supposed to pass this up??
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5302178/1/Kill_Bella Kill Bella]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by: @/MacPhisto
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, KillBill
* ''Synopsis'': Someone has put a hit on Bellatrix Lestrange. And [[KillBill Elle Driver]] is out for the big fat kill.
* ''Warning'': Rated M, just to be safe.
* ''Comments'': A work-in-progress. The sexual tension is intense, but nothing has happened yet. Can't wait for it!
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5739420/1/La_Blue_Wizard La Blue Wizard]]'', by canoncansodoff
* Recommended by: Comartemis, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, LaBlueGirl
* ''Synopsis'': How do you avoid Oedipus and Age of Consent issues whilst raising a boy whose demonic heritage requires him to feed on sexual energy? If you're Lily Potter, you call on your best friend Emmeline Vance to become a special kind of "[[IncrediblyLamePun wet nurse]]."
* ''Warnings'': NC-17. Minor squick warnings for NaughtyTentacles and a few similarly mild fetishes. No underage sex.
* ''Comments'': This has got to be one of the ''weirdest'' HP fics I’ve ever read that wasn’t explicitly a CrackFic, not because it’s a lemon and not because it’s a crossover with ''LaBlueGirl'' of all things but because it can’t seem to decide whether it wants to be a PWP lemon or a (relatively) serious AU fic for the first five chapters or so before it settles on the latter in chapters 5 and 6. Up until that point, the story flip-flops between the Potter family raising Harry (and his two little sisters later on), Lily/James/Emmy’s bedroom exploits, and [[ForWantOfANail a few loose nails]] that throw the story in a totally new direction once Harry grows up and gets to school, like Voldemort accidentally marking [[spoiler: ''Daphne Greengrass'']] of all people as The Girl Who Lived. Also uses Manipulative!Dumbledore, and Harry's personality is different enough for him to be an OC (albiet an OC who [[ChivalrousPervert takes very strongly after James]]), but I recommend it anyway unless you're fatally alergic to lemons.
** Seconded by @/UncloudedTJ: Quite impressed with the story so far as it definitely does some new things I haven't seen before. If you gloss over the NC-17 scenes of the story it's still a very good fic and deserves some more attention. Slightly annoyed with the Manipulative!Dumbledore but then that's the only complaint so far.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3673824/1/End_Of_the_Line End of the Line]]'' by Shewhogaurds
* Recommended by @/LupineVolt, Fenro
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Discworld}}
* ''Synopsis:'' After death, characters arrive in Kings Cross to board the Hogwarts Express, on it's way to "The Other Place". The only trouble is that the train is always delayed because of the leaves on the line.
* ''Comments:'' A crossover with Discworld, featuring Death, Albert, and The Death of Rats manning Kings Cross, ushering characters into the afterlife, and waiting patiently with those who are waiting to for someone to catch up.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: I... wait... what...? I just cried [[strike:tears of happiness]] ''{{manly tears}}'' for Peter Pettigrew and freaking ''Bellatrix''. Either there is something seriously wrong with me or this man deserves a medal for giving the most despicable characters in the series their very own [[CrowningMomentofHeartwarming Crowning Moments of Heartwarming]].
** Oh gods, I think I just bawled my eyes out due to sheer awesome heartwarming. This is the best story I've seen in a while. A long while. Especially the parts with Bellatrix and Snape and... scratch that. All of it.
** @/EddieCurrent did NOT cry over the bit with Kreacher and Reg Black. (sniff) "Did Kreacher do wrong?" No, Kreacher. In this, you were as true as Dobby. DAMNIT ALRIGHT I cried for Kreacher! Awesome fic.
** Death of the Discworld meets the world of Harry Potter always makes an interesting story. My favorite chapter was the one with Severus Snape.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5353683/1/The_Girl_Who_Loved The Girl Who Loved]]'' and its sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5619147/1/Violence_Inherent_in_the_System Violence Inherent in the System]]'', by Darth Drafter.
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, SailorMoon, [[RanmaOneHalf Ranma 1/2]]
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Usagi, Ranma/Shampoo
* ''Synopsis:'' Upon receiving some very disturbing news during the summer after his fifth year, Harry does a panicked accidental-magic Apparition straight to China, and falls directly in a Jusenkyo spring... a spring which one Usagi Tsukino had accidentally drowned in the year before. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Warnings:'' Chapter 9 of ''Violence Inherent In The System'' contains mild lemon, and some chapters of ''The Girl Who Loved'' have off-screen lesbian encounters which get a fair amount of discussion on-screen. Also, the fic starts out with a mention of m-preg. Fortunately, '''there is no actual m-preg in the story'''. In fact, the entire point of mentioning it in the first place was to mock the living hell out of the very idea. Cologne's speech on why the entire concept is idiotic made this troper applaud.
* ''Comments:'' This started out as a crack fic and then rapidly developed an actual plot, complete with both [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming Crowning Moments of Heartwarming]] and [[CrowningMomentofAwesome Awesome]]. Harry meets and makes friends with Ranma (watching them try to play the "who had the worst childhood/mentor" game with each other was worth the price of admission all by itself), partners up with the ghost of Usagi (whose body is Harry's Jusenkyo-curse form), makes friends with the Chinese Amazons (but avoids the Kiss of Marriage thanks to Ranma's timely warnings), and develops an entire support structure in the form of the Senshi (and Ranma and Shampoo), to the point where by the time he has to return to Hogwarts for his sixth year, Dumbledore and Voldemort both have no idea what's about to hit them. In the meanwhile, Harry and Usagi have fallen in love... which is a bit of an obstacle, given that only one of them is alive, and the other one can only temporarily possess her body when her beloved is morphed into it... [[spoiler:fortunately, she gets better]]. Tackles and answers the tough questions, such as "What happens when you cast a Patronus Charm through the Moon Healing Scepter", "How quickly can Snape's lack of tact earn him a nine-on-one gang beatdown by an enraged mob of magical girls", and "Just what the heck was Dumbledore ''smoking'', to make some of the decisions he did?" Really, it's far, far better than it sounds, and I highly recommend. Also contains perhaps the only non-annoying appearance of Chibi-Usa I can remember seeing anywhere.
* ''Status:'' "The Girl Who Loved" is complete, "Violence Inherent in the System" is in-progress and recently updated.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: ''Wow''. This is probably one of the best examples of GrowingTheBeard I've ever seen in a fanfic before. The first few chapters are really rough, characterization is spotty at best, several characters are Flanderized to hell and back, Dumbledore, Ron, Ginny, and Molly all get their usual RonTheDeathEater treatment, and while mpreg really ''doesn't'' ever show up outside of conversation, the way the subject becomes plot-relevant is absolutely ''absurd'' on the face of it. At some point, however -- I think it's right around the same point where the fic turns mildly serious and stops being a CrackFic -- everything shifts in a generally positive direction. Mamoru is still a complete [[{{Casanova}} manwhore]], sure, but he doesn't show up more than once or twice before [[PutOnABus he falls down a plot hole]] and isn't heard from again. Ginny never really gets better and Molly's attitudes are only weakly justified, but Hermione recovers from her Flanderization, Ron seems to get over his exaggerated jealousy of Harry, and the much-hated Manipulative!Dumbledore actually gets ''deconstructed'' later in ''TGWL''. And while Chibi-Usa has never really irritated me like she has other people, I have to agree with Chuckg that she's very well-used here, possibly because her interactions with Harry are ''infinitely'' [[{{Moe}} more adorable]] than [[BrattyHalfPint her canon relationship]] with Usagi. It may not hold a candle to some of the other examples on this page but this is definitely one of the best HP/SM crossovers I've ever read.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5803017/1/Kings_Jackal King's Jackal]]'' by esama.
* Recommended by Ramenth, @/{{Seraviel}}, [=SelinaCatz=]
* ''Fandoms:'' ''HarryPotter'', ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'',
* ''Synopsis:'' "Wrecking all of Dumbledore's plans, the Power The Dark Lord Knows Not walks up to Harry in the summer before his fifth year, and asks for directions." This is the "official" summary for ''King's Jackal'', yet it really does not do it justice. Taking place after [[GobletOfFire Harry's Fourth Year]] and some time after the end of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'', the story starts off as what could be your standard Harry Potter crossover. He meets Yami, Yami asks him for directions. Harry follows and eavesdrops, and, well, you'll have to read from there.
** I'm afraid I'm not doing this story any kind of justice, so someone who has read it, feel free to fix this up.
* ''Comments:'' Despite quite a bit of [[{{OOC}} Out of Character]] moments, especially on the part of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'' characters, this is one of the best fics that I've read in a long time. It is enjoyable, readable, and full of ideas that I've seen nowhere else. It also has one of the best courtroom scenes that I've seen in years, including on TV. The story does get off to a bit of a rough start, but it picks up quickly and and is an overall amazing read. I strongly reccomend it. Also, word to the wise, apparently there's going to be some slash in later chapters, so if that's not your thing, avoid it. I haven't really seen any meaningful hints of it so far though.
** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declared dead.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3933832/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Invincible_TechnoMage Harry Potter and the Invincible Technomage]]'', by Clell65619
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, MarvelUniverse
* ''Synopsis:'' A party of executives from Grunnings and their families are given a facilities tour of a factory as part of a joint project with an American firm. When the Dursleys die in an explosion, accidental magic lets Harry be the sole survivor. And when a young child shows visible superpowers on company property, the owner is called in, leading eventually to an 11-year-old Harry Stark attending Hogwarts...
* ''Comments:'' The major appeal of this fic is seeing things go right for Harry without him being a GodModeSue. He has a loving father and virtually the entire Avengers for his extended family. He's self-confident and still heroic (he is in fact 'Pulse', the second auxiliary member of Power Pack alongside his best friend Franklin 'Tattletale' Richards). He has access to Dr. Strange and Agatha Harkness as magic tutors. So why is he still attending Hogwarts? Because Madame Web has told him (and only him) of the prophecy, and, well, a hero has to do what a hero has to do. And so a young Harry Potter whose "saving people thing" is now ''professional'' has arrived on-scene. And it was a CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming when you realized that the first person Harry helped save was Tony: adopting a small child in 1986 meant that Tony felt compelled to live a slightly more responsible lifestyle, so he never descended into alcoholism, and never lost his company the first time. And the CrowningMomentOfFunny when you find out what Tony always does to Harry's school projects... well, read for yourself. Other highlights include Tony forming an informal Hogwarts Parents Association, Harry introducing the student body to (magically-shielded) CD players and cell phones, and Ravenclaw!Harry attempting to design and build the first magical computer.
* ''Warnings:'' Do you hate Manipulative!Dumbledore? He's in this one. Its the 'more arrogant and control-freaky than outright evil' incarnation, but still, Dumbles exists in this fic to get verbally smacked down by almost every magical person Tony can call in for support. Culminating in the scene where Thor has to 'explain' to the Wizengamot why overturning Harry's adoption by Tony Stark would be terminally unwise.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: Troper hive mind strikes again. Manipulative!Dumbles is an irritation but for a fic this good he's worth dealing with. It's worth noting that this new Harry may have the appearance of a MartyStu at first (his first encounter with Snape is likely to set off alarm bells but that's a pretty isolated incident) but ultimately proves himself innocent of that label. As mentioned above, this one does a lot of stuff that few other Potter fics do; Harry and Draco becoming [[FriendlyEnemy Friendly Enemies]] is one of my personal favorites, along with a new twist on the fiasco with Riddle's diary. An excellent read even if you don't know anything about IronMan or MarvelComics in general, but having seen the movies will make the latest chapter even funnier than it already is: Sirius Black meets Robert Downey Jr? ''[[OhCrap HEAD FOR THE HILLS!]]''
** @/EddieCurrent: Credit to Clell here -- this version of his pet Manipulative!Dumbledore does come across as more WellIntentionedExtremist than CompleteMonster, but the characterization can still grate a bit. That said, much of the rest of the fic can alternate between bland, grating, and the occasional cool idea that gets lost in the shuffle.
** Ancient Nonun: YMMV, but its [[SoBadItsHorrible bad]]. So very [[BrainBleach bad]]. Flat characters that do nothing but carry the plot, completely unbalanced powers that only exist to show how awesome Marvel is, and everyone else becoming strawmen. The Wizarding World gets the treatment that Sasuke got in ''Chunin Exam'' -- [[RonTheDeathEater unapologetic bashing and exaggeration]] that leads straight into CharacterDerailment. ''Technomage'' has no drama, no tension, a mine field of plot holes and badly-used clichés, and no depth whatsoever. It's quite possibly the worst fic this troper has ever read. It's the ''BattlefieldEarth'' of ''Harry Potter'' fanfiction. Be warned that even with the honest praises it gets, it can have '''very''' unexpected results.
** [[{{Fanfic/HarryPotterAndTheInvincibleTechnomage}} Has its own page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5871255/1/Fictional Fictional]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/302101/Dark_Syaoran Dark Syaoran]].
* Recommended by @/{{ShadowAI}}, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms:'' ''HarryPotter'', ''FateStayNight'',
* ''Synopsis:'' Author's Summary: The dictionary defined fiction as thus: something feigned, invented, or imagined; a made-up story. The act of feigning, inventing, or imagining. Yes, Harry thought, this defined him nicely.
** @/ShayGuy: What concerns me is that it ''is'' apparently based off the anime, which, being the mishmash of routes that it is, has a less cohesive plot and more plot holes than the visual novel. (Disclaimer: I'm only on the first route of the latter.)
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''[[http://www.tthfanfic.org/Story-21031/DireSquirrel+Thinking+in+Little+Green+Boxes.htm Thinking In Little Green Boxes]]'', by [=DireSquirrel=]
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/{{ShadowAI}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Deadpool}} (MarvelUniverse)
* ''Synopsis'': On the night baby Harry was supposed to go to the Dursleys, someone screwed up the addresses and dropped him off at 4 ''Privy'' Drive, currently inhabited by one [[{{Deadpool}} Wade Wilson]]. Ten years later, Harry gets his Hogwarts letter.
--> “Don’t worry, this can’t possibly be as bad as the time he stole Dr. Doom’s credit card and bought everything under the sun.”
--> In Latveria, a certain monarch was looking at his visa bill.
--> '''''[[CrowningMomentOfFunny “Who dares defile DOCTOR DOOM’S credit score?”]]'''''
* ''Comments'': Yes. Harry Potter as raised by the [[MoreDakka Merc]] [[CrazyAwesome With a]] [[NoFourthWall Mouth]] himself. ''The world will never be sane again.''
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*** [[{{FanFic/ThinkingInLittleGreenBoxes}} Has it's own page.]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3983128/1/ Culture Shock]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/226550/Ruskbyte Ruskbyte]]
* ''Recommended by:'' @/{{ShadowAI}}, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Krisnack}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, TheCulture
* ''Synopsis:'' Harry Potter has just received his Hogwarts letter, but really doesn't want to go. After all, who would want to live on a ''planet'' of all things? Especially one where the inhabitants still think nuclear energy is an advanced technology. And let's not forget the 42,000 light year commute.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1902150/1/A_Year_with_Q A Year With Q]]'', by Morena Evensong
* ''Recommended by'': acg452
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, [[StarTrekTheNextGeneration Star Trek]]
* ''Author's Description'': Q loses a bet with his son. Now he must pretend to be a sixth year student at Hogwarts without using any of his powers. How will Hogwarts react to the new student? Will Q survive the year?
* ''Description'': The above sums it up rather well. Q goes to Hogwarts for Sixth Year, and his son becomes the DADA teacher. Just... picture that for a moment. Most of the focus is ''not'' on Harry, which should come as no surprise to those familiar with [[LargeHam the Entity]] [[DeadpanSnarker Known as]] [[AGodAmI Q]]. Has a few cameo appearances by the various crews Q has mess- er, that is, a few of Q's friends show up from time to time.
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[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Mutant_Storm/Chapter_01__Aftermath_and_Consequences/ Mutant Storm]] by Bobmin
* ''Recommended by'': Milarqui, @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, XMen
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny, Scott/Jean, [[spoiler:Ron/Luna]], [[spoiler:Neville/Hermione]]
* ''Synopsis'': After Dumbledore tells him the Prophecy, an angry Harry explodes (figuratively) and discovers he has a strange power, combining intangibility, invisibility and teleportation. Going back to the Dursleys proves to be both a hindrance due to his depression and a chance to practice with his new powers. On the other side of the Atlantic, two powerful telepaths by the name of Charles Xavier and Jean Summers detect the appearance of a very powerful mutant in England... and Charles Xavier realises that he has to come clean on Jean's past.
* ''Comments'': It's much BetterThanItSounds, I can tell you. The first thing the wonderful duo did was to tell readers the fanfic was Harry/Ginny. At first, it explores how Harry reacts to his new powers and how this affects the X-Men as Jean Summers discovers that [[spoiler:she is Lily Evans' twin sister]], adopts [[spoiler:her nephew]] Harry and takes him to the X-Mansion. It then goes forward from that, passing over things such as the revelation of his mutant powers to the Order of the Phoenix, his going back to Hogwarts and how Voldemort plans to include the mutant community in the British Magical War. It includes a believable Manipulative!Dumbledore, Snape working more for Voldemort than Dumbledore (not on his own volition), a great (and funny) Wolverine, and, finally, a good development of a relationship between Harry and Ginny.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. It's not great literature and we get a fair amount of Ron-bashing, which is a typical feature of Bobmin's work, but it's still a fun read.
[=[[reviews:MutantStorm]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/501691/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_One_Ring_of_Power Harry Potter and the One Ring of Power]]'' by Technomad
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, LordOfTheRings.
* Recommended by Eoppen
* Synopsis: Voldemort tried to obtain the One Ring, but it was intercepted. Now, the Boy who Lived must take over the quest to Mordor, with Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and...''Draco Malfoy?''...as his companions.
** Comments: This may be the first full-length ''Lord of the Rings/Harry Potter'' crossover. The author gives us sections from the [=POVs=] of Harry himself, Ron, and Hermione. There are also nods to other writers, such as Lois [=McMaster=] Bujold, scattered through the text.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheOneRingOfPower]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3473224/1/The_Denarian_Renegade The Denarian Renegade]],'' its sequels ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3856581/1/The_Denarian_Knight The Denarian Knight]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4359957/1/The_Denarian_Lord The Denarian Lord]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5879832/1/The_Denarian_Variation The Denarian Variation]]'', and the extras ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4355372/1/The_Denarian_Omakes The Denarian Omakes]]'' by Shezza88
* ''Fandoms'': ''HarryPotter'' and ''TheDresdenFiles''
* Recommended by Jinx, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, acg452
* ''Synopsis'': A seven-year-old Harry finds a blackened silver coin at a low moment in his life.
* ''Comments'': Harry is delightfully snarky and beautifully balanced between good and evil. It also has the best written Dumbledore I've ever read.
* Seconded by @/LooneyToons: And don't miss its sequels ''The Denarian Knight'' and ''The Denarian Lord'', and the extras ''The Denarian Omakes''.
** Harry becomes an insufferable JerkAss MarySue within the first three chapters, and remains such throughout the next thirty. Despite excellent plotting, quality writing, and an amazingly well-characterized Dumbledore, YourMileageMayVary quite a bit.
** Thirded by acg452: Not necessarily a MarySue ''per se''. He ''is'' quite powerful, given that he's [[spoiler: sharing brain space with a Fallen Angel]], but he has his fair share of problems. For instance, [[spoiler: getting the coin stolen at least twice,]] Voldemort [[spoiler: blowing up his apartment]] and pressing Harry's BerserkButton by [[spoiler: burning Meciel's silk sheets]]. And aside from his small circle of friends, namely [[spoiler: Meciel, Dumbledore, Amanda, and Amaris]], the last of which is [[spoiler: his only blood kin]], it's pretty clear most people wouldn't mind him just dying off. That said, he doesn't give two shits about them either, so it all works out. Also, the series is now complete! Boo Ya!
[=[[reviews:TheDenarianRenegade]]=]
''[[http://www.tenhawkpresents.com/viewstory.php?sid=35&chapter=1 Alexander Harris and the Shadow Council]]'' by Tenhawk
* Recommended by Spooner Wilkins
* Fandoms: HarryPotter, AddamsFamily, BuffyTheVampireSlayer
* ''Synopsis'': So far this is a threeway crossover between the Addams Family, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Harry Potter. The main focus is on Xander Harris and Wednesday Addams as they they go to Hogwarts but Hermione from the "Golden Trio" does get her share of the story. The story starts of with a slight retelling of the first Harry Potter book and unravels it as Xander works his particular brand of chaos. This could well be described as a day-in-the-life story.
[=[[reviews:AlexanderHarrisAndTheShadowCouncil]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6285292/1/The_Hero The Hero]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1990887/GreyFitti GreyFitti]]
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Fullmetal Alchemist}}.
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place during Chamber of Secrets for Harry Potter and post Conqueror of Shamballa for Fullmetal Alchemist. When Ed and Al went back to close the gate to their world, the gate drops Ed into Hogwarts. There, he starts working as the Alchemy Professor to find a way home. But, the trio becomes suspicious of Ed...
* ''Pairing(s)'': None.
* ''Comments'': Complete. This story is well-written and a good read. Though, Edward does speak with a German accent and the story is mostly seen in his third person point of view. I find this crossover very interesting, from beginning to end, it thrilled me.
[=[[reviews:TheHero]]=]
''[[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/55761.html Percy Weasley: Vampire Hunter]]'' by [[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/profile Viola]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Angel}}
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find another job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom, Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
[=[[reviews:PercyWeasleyVampireHunter]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4107092/1/12_Moves_Sideways 12 Moves Sideways]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/745409/Silver_Pard Silver Pard]]
* Recommended by {{aimsme}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Synopsis'': After the Yotsuba Arc, Light becomes the new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher. Harry decides he needs watching.
* ''Comments'': Despite being short compared to most of the others on this list, 12 Moves Sideways packs a powerful punch. It's beautiful, almost wistful, with hints of something darker- it might just be because this Troper is a Light fan, but her heart ''broke'' at the Erised scene.
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[[folder: DayInTheLimeLight fics]]
''Fics that re-tell canon from another character's POV and focus on that character's experiences.''
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1026&chapno=1 The Very Secret Diary]]'' by Arabella
* Recommended by Anthiens, @/ShayGuy, Marjojo, @/SaltyWound, boonerunner, @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': It's the exchanges between Tom Riddle's diary and Ginny Weasley...
* ''Comments'': Tom Riddle/Voldemort's MindRape of Ginny. It's ''really'' horrific but it's ''damn'' fine writing. Oh Gods, it's awful but it's so fricking well written.
** @/ShayGuy: Seconded big time. This made me want to find my copy of ''Chamber of Secrets'' just so I could reread the part where the bastard gets what's coming to him. Substitute all instances of "Virginia" for "Ginevra" and this would be in my personal canon. ('''LATER EDIT:''' Reading [[http://www.kitwhitfield.com/2008/09/depression-and-childrens-fiction.html this essay]] gave me some extra food for thought on the later chapters.)
** LULU: Thirded. Tom Riddle is so sick. I read it in one sitting. Poor, poor Ginny.
** @/SaltyWound: Fourthed. The detail put into Riddle's character is so damn good. It also made me feel ''really'' bad for Ginny, a character I used to despise (I'm a Harry/Hermione shipper and proud of it).
** @/{{Roo}}: One of the best characterizations of Tom Riddle ever; he's just charming enough (especially in the early stages of the fic) that you understand why Ginny opens up to him so completely, but knowing who and what he is, it's easy enough to read between the lines and see his absolute contempt for the poor girl he's manipulating and using. This fic is ''dark'' and ''creepy'' and manages to really convey the evil of Voldemort without falling back on the old "murder and torture" crutch, and apart from a few details like Ginny's full name is perfectly canon compliant. Very, very highly recommended.
** @/{{MtheR}}: Unreserved sixth, although there's not much that I can say that the tropers above me haven't.
** Keshia: Seventh, oh boy... while the "Virginia" thing initially annoyed me, I totally got over it by the third chapter. Best characterisation of Voldemort I have ever read. He's was so charming in the first few chapters ''I'' almost believed him. He went from this to the personification of HighOctaneNightmareFuel.
** RE: "Virginia", let's keep in mind that this fic was written prior to the release of Order of the Phoenix, during the "three year summer" after Goblet of Fire. It wasn't yet known that Ginny's real name was Ginevra. And yeah, I'd like to eighth this recc. The Very Secret Diary is a great example of fanfiction done so well that it improves upon the reader's appreciation of canon. Arabella's [[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=661 Hermione, Queen of Witches]] fics are also fantastic-- much less dark than VSD, but just as well written. She wrote a Queen of Witches fic for each of Books 1-4, with a partial one for Book 5. They're a hilarious take on life as Hermione sees it, and like most [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php Sugarquill]] fics, heavy on the good ship Ron/Hermione.
[=[[reviews:TheVerySecretDiary]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2439980/1/The_Girl_Nobody_KnowsASoliloquy The Girl Nobody Knows: A Soliloquy]]'' by Technomad
* Recommended by Eoppen
* ''Synopsis:'' Hermione's POV on the first five books' events -- and she's not nearly as nice as everybody in the fandom thinks she is.
* ''Comments:'' This version of Hermione's nearly sociopathic -- or, at least, a close relative of [[{{Discworld}} Lord Vetenari]] ''and'' [[{{Blackadder}} Edmund Blackadder]]. And it's all canon-compliant up to the end of Book 5.
[=[[reviews:TheGirlNobodyKnowsASoliloquy]]=]
''[[http://iulia-linnea.insanejournal.com/388907.html His Mother's Son]]'' by [[http://iulia-linnea.insanejournal.com/ Iulia Linnea]]
* Recommended by @/{{Lagomorph}}
* ''Synopsis'': Ron discovers that there are worse things than becoming his mum -- and that those things aren't necessarily so terrible when faced as a father.
* ''Comments'': One of the stories that turned me from indifferent benevolence to actual respect for Ron.
[=[[reviews:HisMothersSon]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4172226/1/A_Hero A Hero]]'', by Celebony
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/EddieCurrent
* ''Synopsis:'' It takes a lot of courage to face down a dark lord once, much less four or five times. But it takes a completely different brand of courage to question the way things are, to deal with the idea that your world isn't as perfect as you think it is. Dudley Dursley, meet character development.
* ''Comments:'' A pleasant and insightful one-shot that came completely out of left field at me while browsing through the favorites listings of some of the authors listed on this page. If the idea of Dudley being more than just an overfed whale with a bullying streak makes you uncomfortable, avoid this fic at all costs. But to anyone and everyone who cheered when Dudley made his famous "I don't hate you" line in ''Deathly Hallows''... read it. Read it ''NOW''.
** Edward adds: Any comment I can think of would ruin a damn fine story. I have [[strike: never read a Potter Book all the way through]] only recently remedied that prior remark, and ''still'' think this is awesome.
[=[[reviews:AHero]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2023&chapno=1 Mind's Eye, Soul's Reflection]]'' by Mysterious Muggle
* Recommended by: J the Drafter
* ''Synopsis:'' The fifth ''Harry Potter'' book from Luna Lovegood's point of view, in third person. Explains what Luna experienced, why she thinks the way she does, and the way she grows as she acquires friends.
* ''Comments:'' This is a wonderful character study on Luna, as well as a wonderful story. It's the only fic I've read that actually ''explains'' Luna in a deeply thought-out manner.
** Comartemis: Far too often I see fanfics that turn Luna's [[CloudCuckooLander unique]] personality into a [[ObfuscatingStupidity mask]] covering a much more normal (read: ''[[PossessionSue boring]]'') character underneath. This fic, thankfully, is not one of those. Luna is more in-character here than I've ever seen her in any other fanfic; she's wonderfully nutty and totally bonkers, but she's also a person with weaknesses and insecurities, not just a [[CrazyAwesome strange]] girl who happens to be a lot of fun to read. Luna fans everywhere owe it to themselves to read this fic.
[=[[reviews:MindsEyeSoulsReflection]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4315906/1/Dumbledores_Army_and_the_Year_of_Darkness Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness]]'' by Thanfiction ([[DumbledoresArmyAndTheYearOfDarkness Link to tropes page]])
* Recommended by @/{{Rogue 7}}, @/AcrossTheStars, @/YoAdrian, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], @/{{Superior}}, boonerunner
* ''Synopsis'': Follow Neville Longbottom as he rises to the challenge that is the title Commander of Dumbledore's Army, doing his best to keep the school alive and safe from the Carrows while preparing for one last all-or-nothing stand against Lord Voldemort... and maybe finding love along the way.
* ''Warnings'': Possible Triggers, Chauvinistic in places, Dark Tone, Blood, Gore, Character Death. '''YourMileageMayVary'''
[=[[reviews:DumbledoresArmyAndTheYearOfDarkness]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3728284/1/ In the Words of Ginerva Molly Potter]]'' by thejealousone
* Recommended by johnhoftb
* ''Synopsis'': A retelling of the 7 books from Ginny's POV.
* ''Comments'': Not having read this story in awhile, I'm not going to say much, but this is absolutely one of the best stories I've read. The romance is a major part of the story and the author tries to mimic Rowling's writing style while trying to put their own style into it. Also, put Rowling herself as a magical author, which is awesome in itself.
* Cautiously recommended by [=FrankRonaldOrion=]. The main issue is that Ginny starts to slip into Mary Sue-dom as the story goes on. Is there really any reason for [[spoiler:Ginny to have discovered that Snape was protecting the school far before Harry does?]] The well written parts are the romance parts, although it gets a little cheesy. If you need something really light and fluffy to read, this is a good start.
[=[[reviews:InTheWordsOfGinervaMollyPotter]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3701099/1/Elogium_Sine_Nomine Elogium Sine Nomine]]'' by Rhaella
* Recommended by @/RBMIfan
* ''Synopsis'': Oneshot. Regulus Black. To sign the letter is to acknowledge the deed, and even now, he cannot fully bring himself to do so.
* ''Comments'': A unique and insightful look into the character of Regulus Black. This fic is a short narration of Regulus writing the letter that Harry finds with the fake necklace horcrux, describing his thoughts and state of mind, and I have to say it's one of the better written Harry Potter fanfics out there. A must read for anyone interested in this ''very'' minor character.
[=[[reviews:ElogiumSineNomine]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4772789/1/Six_Years_Six_Applicants Six Years, Six Applicants]]'' by Sarah1281
* Recommended by @/{{Tobu}}, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Chronicling Dumbledore's never-ending and sometimes desperate attempts to fill the Defense Against the Dark Arts postion with anyone but Snape and Snape's persistent attempts to land the job anyway.
* ''Comments'': This yearly ritual is a good way to flesh out two indomitable personalities. Excellent humour, then becomes something more emotional as the books darken.
** @/UncloudedTJ: A very good look into what Snape did every year and his interactions with Dumbledore and the one ultimately chosen are usually very hilarious. It does get serious at points but overall it shows Dumbledore being TheDumbledore to Snape's never reducing eagerness to be the Defense Professor.
[=[[reviews:SixYearsSixApplicants]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=661&chapno=1 Hermione, Queen of Witches, Book One]]'' by Arabella
* Recommended by @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': The secret diary of Hermione Granger, Year One. This story was written prior to the release of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
* ''Comments'': This (and its three sequels) are a retelling of the first four books, as told by Hermione to her enchanted diary. A retelling of the fifth book was started and abandoned, but the first four are fantastic, and remain some of my favorite Harry Potter fanfiction, some five years after I first read them. Hermione's voice is spot on, and the diary's "brain," Gwen, is a great character in her own right.
[=[[reviews:HermioneQueenOfWitchesBookOne]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/alicat/TS.html Thin Skin]]'' by Alicat
* Recommended by @/{{KhymChanur}}
* ''Synopsis'': Marietta didn't want to betray her friends to Umbridge. Why did she? What is it like being Cho's best friend? Will the word SNEAK ever be erased?
* ''Comments'': An interesting look at why Marietta snitched to Umbridge. Also covers her Hogwarts life from her first year to the end of her sixth year.
[=[[reviews:ThinSkin]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5129305/1/Phoenix_Tears_or_Hermione_Granger_and_the_DH Phoenix Tears or, Hermione Granger and the DH]]'' by grangerous
* Recommended by Fenro
* ''Synopsis'': Sequel to Phoenix Song or, Hermione Granger and the HBP.(Read this first.) By the time of Dumbledore's death, Hermione and Snape had worked together for a whole year. Now, however, they both have very different and very difficult tasks ahead of them.
* Pairing(s):SS/HG
* Tags: Canon-complient, HBP & DH spoilers (except for the epilouge)
[=[[reviews:PhoenixTearsOrHermioneGrangerAndTheDH]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2859846/1/No_Heroes_Here No Heroes Here]]'' by Bil
* Recommended by Sanitys Papercut
* "Synopsis": They all waited for Harry to save them. But Neville knew Harry wasn't a hero, Harry was just a boy. WARNING: not HBP-complient.
[=[[reviews:NoHeroesHere]]=]
[[/folder]]
[[folder: {{Continuation}} fics]]
''Fics that continue the story from where the books left off''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5460511/1/ Ambient]]'', by Caliburn
* Recommended by Rolla
* ''Synopsys'': The final battle took place at Hogwarts, between Dumbledore and Voldemort. The events that happened there are quite unknown to all but the sole witness, Harry Potter. The aftermath was felt throughout Britain, most strongly at the areas surrounding Hogwarts. An oppressive leeching force drained the ambient magic innately required by all wards, structural magics and indeed the humans themselves. This force was known as the "Ambient Loss" and its origin and reason are unknown. Britain is now a no-mans-land; murders are frequent, as are muggings. But the things which they steal are not merely your possessions, but your very vitae itself. In a land where power is all you have, and blood itself is indicative of that power, can you survive with your body and morals intact?
* ''Comments'' Excellent story, very few obvious mistakes, great plot. The plot itself is more of a twofold plot with a personal one focusing on Harry and the people he interacts with and effects. Along with a larger plot focusing why the Ambient Loss occurred, and why Harry is seemingly immune to it. Great characterization all around; Harry is slightly cracked, as is everyone around him, leading to interesting characters who are not merely defined by those cracks and seem to evolve. The villains are delightfully twisted and the post-apoc setting is done disturbingly well. As to the rest, read it yourself.
[=[[reviews:Ambient]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3979062/1/ Hogwarts Houses Divided]]''
* Recommended by Fireangel265, @/{{Roo}}, @/ShadowAI, Kittastrophe, Hazl, [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]], Moo92
* ''Synopsis'':The war is over, and all is well, they say, but the wounds remain unhealed. Bitterness divides the Houses of Hogwarts. Can the first children born since the war's end begin a new era, or will the enmities of their parents be their permanent legacy?
* ''Comments'': Tells the story of Teddy Lupin's first year at Hogwarts. Not only does this story ''feel'' like a Harry Potter book, but it stuck so close to the {{Word of God}} that I had to remind myself after reading that this is not actually canon. WARNING: Even though Harry and the rest of the gang make an appearence, this is mainly about Teddy and the kids he's going to Hogwarts with. Expect a lot of OC.
** @/{{Roo}}: Words cannot express how much this is seconded. The writing is absolutely amazing, capturing the tone and feel of Rowling's world and characters but still with its own twist on it. The dialogue is brilliant, all the canon characters are in character, and the original characters are entertaining and likeable. Best of all, no character bashing, no overpowered Super!characters, no [[AuthorFilibuster Author Filibusters]], and a decent plot that develops in a logical way. Look for the Sorting Hat in one of its best fanfic roles to date!
** [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]]: Wow. So very seconded. I wasn't really expecting much from this fic--and in fact, I didn't love the first couple of chapters--since, as a rule, I tend not to love continuation fics. But it was good enough to keep me reading, and I'm incredibly glad I did. Some of the best [=OCs=] I've seen, including perhaps my favorite ever: Ophilia Karait.
** Moo92: Wow, I adore this fic. I wish it were canon.
[=[[reviews:HogwartsHousesDivided]]=]
''[[http://community.livejournal.com/hp10k_showcase/7219.html Glass Half Full]]'' by [[http://pir8fancier.livejournal.com/ Pir8fancier]]
* Recommended by @/{{Lagomorph}}
* ''Synopsis'': Twenty years after the battle at Hogwarts, it's not happily ever after.
* ''Warnings'': Substance abuse, filthy language, lots of smoking references
* ''Comments'': Ron/Pansy, in a way that doesn't make my head explode.
[=[[reviews:GlassHalfFull]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2612901/1/Theres_Always_a_Way There's Always A Way]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~starkan Starkan]] (a.k.a. [[http://www.viridiandreams.net/ Viridian]])
* Recommended by @/{{Rogue 7}}, Psalm of Fire, @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot response to the "Marriage Law" plot hook. When research regarding declining birthrates and rising squib numbers comes to light (too much pureblood inbreeding, naturally), the Ministry has a complete meltdown and passes a law that requires all unwed purebloods to marry halfbloods and muggleborns in an effort to remedy the situation. Of course the Ministry being the wretched hive of corruption and injustice that it is, the process quickly turns draconian and oppressive, but when Ginny and Hermione are matched up with Lucius and Draco, an injured Harry puts his foot down and calls in [[CareerKillers some outside assistance...]]
* ''Comments'': Imagine the protagonist of ''BurnNotice'' set in the ''HarryPotter'' 'verse. Wonderfully snarky and intelligent.
** Psalm of Fire: I'm not a big fan of anything short of epic length, but I love S'Tarkan/Viridian's writing so much I had to read everything he's written. I wasn't disappointed, this oneshot is a whole bunch of fun!
** @/{{Seraviel}}: This is the ultimate shortfic. Viridian proves with this that he can write more than epics.
** rinsimyaldee: This Troper has to disagree, this fic did not impress. I am not really a fan of Viridian's writing style, so this fic was really just more of the same. There was simply not enough detail here, I know it is a oneshot, but it seemed to gloss over the only aspects of the story I really wanted to see, and left out any development for a potentially awesome character. Perhaps a two-shot or three-shot might have redeemed this fic, but as is, it didn't meet standard.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: Rec thirded. [[{{Understatement}} Not exactly an epic saga]], but a good read if you just want to burn five or ten minutes.
[=[[reviews:TheresAlwaysAWay]]=]
''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall/Wizards_Fall.php Wizards Fall]]'' by Bobmin
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In the aftermath of the defeat of Voldemort, the Wizarding World goes down a path almost as dark as Tom Riddle's. And in response, Harry, Hermione and Luna find themselves forced to take the most drastic possible measures in order to save the best of the world in which they grew up.
* ''Comments:'' Like many Bobmin works, this is a Harry/Hermione ship and features Super!Harry. However, even if those two traits usually turn you off from a fic, don't pass this one by. Well-written and unlike anything else out there in my experience, ''Wizards Fall'' will have you simultaneously hating and pitying the villains of the piece even as the heroes' success is vaguely bittersweet. Features one of the most extraordinary versions of Luna Lovegood I've ever seen in fanfic.
[=[[reviews:WizardsFall]]=]
::Although this is a stand-alone story, it has spawned several sequels:
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_FallRescuing_the_Rescuer/Wizards_FallRescuing_the_Rescuer.php Rescuing the Rescuer]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_FallPuff_and_the_Magic_School_Bus/Wizards_FallPuff_and_the_Magic_School_Bus.php Puff and the Magic School Bus]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall_Down_the_Rabbit_Hole/Wizards_Fall_Down_the_Rabbit_Hole.php Down the Rabbit Hole]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall_The_Truth_is_Out_There/Wizards_Fall_The_Truth_is_Out_There.php The Truth Is Out There]]''
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=619 After the End]]'' by Arabella and Zsenya
* Recommended by @/CaptainTimesink, Marjojo
* ''Synopsis'': What happens after Hogwarts and Voldemort's defeat. Extrapolates an ending to the series, which had many elements that actually ended up happening in canon, and shows the characters assimilating to "normal" life without Voldemort.
* ''Comments'': Quite possibly the best fanfic This Troper has ever read. Warning: mild Sirius/Remus slash.
* This Troper is shocked to see only three reccs for this incredible fic. First of all, it was written entirely before the release of Order of the Phoenix. The amount that it gets right in terms of characterization and plot prediction is impressive, to say the least. It's easily the best fanfic I've ever read, and I'm not just saying that because it is what got me into fandom as a sixteen year old. It's epic in scope with close to NINE HUNDRED PAGES in length, more than 40 chapters! And it covers so many relationships, developing the characters in a way that's convincing and compelling. Pairings include: Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione (these first two were [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php The Sugarquill]]'s M.O.), Remus/Sirius, Bill/Fleur, Charlie/Cho, Percy/Penelope. You'll find yourself rooting for all these ships by the end of this epic. There are plenty of original characters introduced who you'll care about, too. Honestly, I think Arabella & Zsenya's idea of the Harry/Voldemort final battle was more dramatic and interesting than what happened in canon. Although it definitely didn't result in immediate peace... because the entirety of ATE is about dealing with the aftermath of the war.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1346923/1/The_Children The Children]]'' by samvimes
* Recommended by [=FatRat=]
* ''Synopsis'': After the war, we gather to remember. And none of us escape unscathed, least of all Draco Malfoy...
* ''Comments'': Am angsty one shot written way before [=OotP=] but is still moving to this day.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4260581/1/Lessons_Learned Lessons Learned]]'' by loveadubdub (Next Gen)
* Recommended by Renagirl9
* ''Synopsis'': My shrink says I repress feelings and emotions. She told me once that I have trouble "admitting reality" to myself. Now, I don't know if that's true. After all, I don't have the fancy Psychological Healing degree, do I?
* ''Comments'': Not just about Rose and Scorpius. It's about basically every next gen character there is plus a few OC's. What I liked about it was that it was real. This is how you would expect the next gen kids to end up since they are bound to be spoiled and chased by media all their lives. I like how they are all such egotistical brats at the beginning and even though a few of them still are at the end (cough, James, cough) most of the kids (including Rose) have learned their lessons. It's my favorate Next Gen fic.
[=[[reviews:LessonsLearned]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3733492/1/The_Apprentice_and_the_Necromancer The Apprentice and the Necromancer]]'' by [=JunoMagic=]
* Recommended by Fenro
* Pairing(s): SS/HG
* Synopsis: Snape lives and marries Hermione.—MLC with a twist turns into AU-sequel of DH with new dangers, old secrets, and much more.—Virtual penny dreadful. Many short episodes with adventure, romance, a dash of hurt/comfort, and a sprinkling of horror.
* Comments: At 251 chapters, this story is an epic. It expands on ''The tale of the Three Brothers'' very creatively. It also explores the art of Necromancy. Overall, very well done. This story is complete.
[=[[reviews:TheApprenticeAndTheNecromancer]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6191311/1/Wonder_what_happened_after_the_Battle_of_Hogwarts Ever wonder what happened to me after the Battle of Hogwarts?]]'' by [=KissedByFire=]
* Recommended by @/{{MaybeYesMaybeNo}}
* ''Synopsis'': Omni-canon one-shot of about five thousand words. Uses existing fanfiction material to outline everything that happens following book seven. The mega-happy ending from the early years, toward the Epilogue, and well beyond.
* ''Comments'': Written specifically for the members of tvtropes/fanfic/recommendations page.
** @/{{Darkaros}}: It's... interesting. It's a fairy-tale, super happy ending that honestly TastesLikeDiabetes in a [[GodModeSue "we just accomplished everything possible +1"]] sense. I wouldn't say it's a bad fic at all, but it just doesn't seem like something I'd ever pick up and read again. Entertaining read-through, however, and certainly does tie together many fanon concepts, as noted in the second chapter (author notes).
[=[[reviews:EverWonderWhatHappenedToMeAfterTheBattleOfHogwarts]]=]
''[[http://sciathan-file.livejournal.com/69180.html Death and King's Cross]]'' by sciathan file
* Recommended by Wookiee and Shinji117
* ''Synopsis:'' Who knew death had etiquette enough to be personalized? Post-DH Afterlife story.
* Comments: Absolutely amazing, beautifully written one-shot comprised of snippets of varying lengths featuring the dead characters, mostly those who died during ''Deathly Hallows''. Each afterlife is brilliantly tailored to the character (there's the epic meeting of [[spoiler:Fred Weasley]], mirrors, and James and Sirius), and leaves enough ambiguity and unanalyzed meaning to make the reader think for a long time and re-read over and over. It's also completely canon. Sirius and Dobby's interludes were especially poignant to this troper.
** Seconded. The ones that stood out for me were Peter's and Dumbledore's. I have only once ({{RE-TAKE}}) before actually had to cover my mouth to stop sobbing at a fanfic, and I certainly didn't expect to at the line "Sherbet Lemon?". Context (but MASSIVE spoiler): [[spoiler: he's offering it to Ariana and his mother]]. [[TearJerker Oh Gods.]]
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''[[http://fanfiction.portkey.org/index.php?act=read&storyid=8254&chapterid=1 Remembering With Joy]]'' by puck_nc.
* Recommended by Eoppen.
* ''Synopsis:'' An AU fic, H/Hr, where Harry and Hermione are remembering Ron on Mexico's ''Dia de los Muertos.''
* ''Comments:'' I loved this fic for its seamless combination of the world of Harry Potter and Mexican culture; Harry and Hermione are on holiday in Mexico after Voldemort's downfall, and know nothing about the Day of the Dead until they run smack into it. The part where they create a ''Dia de los Muertos'' altar in their hotel room, in memory of their fallen friend, is poignant and beautifully written.
[=[[reviews:RememberingWithJoy]]=]
''[[http://www.cosforums.com/showthread.php?t=110679 The ASP at Hogwarts]]'' by Inkwolf
* Recommended by Sevenofdiamonds
* ''Synopsis'': The adventures of Albus Severus Potter in his first year at Hogwarts after he is sorted into Slytherin.
* ''Comments'': This fic is very much in the spirit of the earlier HP books. It's humorous, fun, and at times heartwarming and poignant. There's lots of small school adventures as well as an ongoing plot, and some great world building of the post-Voldemort culture. It also does a good job of portraying the Slytherin house and non-evil Slytherins.
[=[[reviews:TheASPAtHogwarts]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6536945/1/ The Third Wizarding War: The Story of Miles Brand]]'' by [=McJunker=]
* Recommended by [=McJunker=]
* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension. At least one MoralEventHorizon once per story arc.
* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing and violence had by all. Basically, what would happen if a trio of villains instead of heroes were on the run during Deathly Hallows?
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[[folder: Shipping Fics]]
''Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2559745/1/Learning_to_Breathe Learning to Breathe]]'', by onoM
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter is 16 years old. He's already defeated Voldemort, with the help of his Godfather Sirius Black. Now he is in for the biggest challenge of his life: attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
* ''Comments'': Based on an idea originally posted by Jeconais, this is what happens when you mix ''HarryPotter'' and ''FullMetalPanic'' without actually making any kind of crossover. Harry plays the embattled war hero trying to fit into civilian life after killing Voldemort and being instructed to attend Hogwarts by Sirius, and he does so about as well as Sousuke does (Ginny, incidentally, takes up Kaname's role, though she plays it quite differently than Miss Chidori does). Despite the comical premise, the story is fairly serious and has occasionally gruesome scenes from battlefields and missions in Harry's past, so the faint of heart should be prepared to skip scenes here and there. What's more, by virtue of the premise Harry is something of an ultracompetent Super!Harry, but the focus of the story is much more on Harry trying to fit into civilian life than on Harry battling Death Eaters and he's not invincible by any means, so this isn't really detrimental to the story.
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''[[http://www.foreverfandom.net/viewstory.php?sid=10482 Love Me For the Beauty Within]]'' by Silverness ([[SlashFic slasher]])
* Recommended by @/{{Whatshisface}}
* ''Comments'': An interesting fan fic that halfway deconstructs gender-bending, and explores the effect it would have on someone.
[=[[reviews:LoveMeForTheBeautyWithin]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3160475/1/Harry_McGonagall Harry McGonagall]]'' and the sequel (still in progress) ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5820125/1/Harry_Potter_McGonagall Harry Potter McGonagall]]''
* Recommended by Shinji117
* Pairings: Harry/Hermione (but avoids RonTheDeathEater and DracoInLeatherPants)
* ''Synopsis'': After spending a day observing the Dursleys, [=McGonagall=] decides that Dumbledore is making a mistake in giving Harry to them. She waits until Albus leaves Potter on the doorstep before kidnapping him and giving him to her sister's family to take care of. To protect Potter, she also hides his scar and conceals his identity. And teaches him Occulmancy [[CrowningMomentOfFunny much to Snape's dismay.]] Harry and Hermione don't meet Ron at the station, and instead get put into Ravenclaw. [[CrowningMomentOfFunny Much]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome Awesomeness]] [[TheChessmaster Occurs]].
* ''Comments'': [[TheChessmaster Brainy!Potter and Hermione]] work very well together. The story explains why Harry is suddenly rather more intelligent than his canon-counterpart believably. The pairing actually makes sense (Ron doesn't ''meet'' Hermione for quite some time, and even then is in Gryffindor and has little impact on the story, and Ginny, like the entire wizarding world, doesn't know where 'The Chosen One' is or if he is alive). The HumiliationConga pulled on Snape is incredible, and the author seems to enjoy calling out logical flaws in the canon characters (for example, Blood Quills are illegal, with a possible Azkaban sentance for black artifacts. So Harry and Hermione report Umbridge to Amelia Bones. Problem solved. And then Harry asks Hermione if Umbridge really was stupid enough to think that they would be stubborn and put up with it.) The author doesn't seem to like Dumbledore all that much, catching him up in the HumiliationConga that hits Snape in the first year, and occasionally giving him the IdiotBall (most prominently in the trial), but it doesn't really detract from the story. All in all, one of the best Harry/Hermione fics I have run into. And don't instantly assume that just because Harry is in Ravenclaw the story is bad. It isn't.
** CaellachTigerEye: YMMV. There's no doubt it's well-written, but whether the ''style'' is you cup of tea depends. I personally am not a fan of stories giving such a ridiculous edge to Harry's side from the start, since it detracts from the well-balanced pacing of canon. Furthermore, the main characters' characterisation feels borderline Sue-ish. More importantly though, the author can ''not'' write children very well - they're either too immature for me to believe in, or far too mature and intelligent despite their age. It makes me wonder if the author has any experience with people of that age recently ... the writing might avert the DiLP or RtDE, but it still over-perfects Harry and Hermione in my eyes. And the romance is just ... ''painful''. People joke about Harry liking Hermione when he's ''eleven''. Seriously ... you only need read a few more stories to see the consistency in the author's narrative style as presented herein, which ditches proper character growth, development and change in favour of this, which tends to REALLY drag. Evidently, it has it's good points, but in my personal opinion they don't redeem the many faults ... the alt-fic ''Magical Relations'' is a better choice for a story in which early changes make for a less suspenseful plot (lack of suspense isn't bad, but when nothing else really appeals to you it's not something you'll want spend your time on ... As I said, good in many ways, just not necessarily in the ways I enjoy my fiction.
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''[[http://www.siye.co.uk/siye/viewstory.php?sid=11410 Harry Potter and the Twist of Time]]'' by Grand Poobah
* Recommended by Clendy82
* ''Comments'': I have rarely come across a fanfic of such high quality as this. A novel-length alternative version of the seventh year, this story stays extremely true to OriginalFlavor and canon compliance. I think it compares quite favorably to Rowling's own seventh-year work, though it is tilted much more heavily towards [[SlidingScaleOfIdealismVersusCynicism Idealism]] than ''The Deathly Hallows''. [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming Heartwarming moments]] abound, and I guarantee you will like the epilogue of this one much more than the official version. The only real complaint is that Harry is somewhat more ''pro''active than usual while Voldemort is somewhat more ''re''active. But that is a minor complaint at best. Highest possible recommendation.
** It's been pointed out to me that the version I posted above is somewhat abridged due to the censorship policy of the host site. After a little bit of digging, I've found the [[http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=1852 original version here]]. Be warned, there are several passages which can safely be considered NC-17. Very nice writing either way. You're not missing out on anything storywise by going with the edited version; it just depends on your own preferences. Do you take your stories LighterAndSofter? Or just a [[EroticDream little bit more risque]]? Or a [[GoodPeopleHaveGoodSex bit more risque]]? Or even something [[ConvenientlyCommonKink just a bit more]] than that?
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''[[http://jeconais.fanficauthors.net/This_Means_War/index.php This Means War!]]'' by Jeconais
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Pairings'': Ginny/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': When the brothers Weasly make the mistake of scaring off Ginny's most recent boyfriend "for her own good", Ginny decides to get revenge by making a long-delayed move on Harry. What starts off as an amusing seduction attempt transforms into a prank war between the Weasly brothers and Harry while the students (and faculty) of Hogwarts place their bets. Somewhere along the way, the plot transforms into Harry finishing off Voldemort by completely wrecking his latest schemes with a lot of luck and "the power the Dark Lord knows not."
* ''Comments'': Not canon-compliant, and includes a retcon that saves Sirius's bacon after ''Order of the Phoenix,'' but is absolutely hilarious when it wants to be; this troper almost put himself in stitches when Fred and George reenacted the Frenchman scene from ''MontyPythonAndTheHolyGrail'' with Voldemort's Death Eaters during the siege of Hogwarts.
** Tentatively seconded by moberemk -- the fic is bloody hilarious, but towards the second half of the story it turns more into "Harry Is Perfect" suefic territory. Still funny, mind, but sometimes more in the category of So Bad that it's Good unintentional hilarity than actual jokes. He masters apparition in one lesson, fercryin'outloud!
*** Definite third by Goldstein. Yes, it can be seen as a sort of suefic of the perfect sue sort, I always felt it was more of a parody of such. The entire premise is more or less that Harry can literally do anything he wants, because he doesn't know what isn't possible. I felt that the plot excuses the almost Mary Sue characterization.
** Ronfar: I'm disappointed; I was promised an EscalatingWar of increasingly ridiculous pranks, and [[TheyWastedAPerfectlyGoodPlot didn't get it]]! It's amusing but rarely laugh-out-loud funny, and it seems to have been started before ''Half-Blood Prince'' was published. (It ignores all post-''Order of the Phoenix'' canon.) It's cute and competently written, but don't expect too much from it.
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''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/TPOU.html Paradigm of Uncertainty]], [[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/TSTNE.html The Show That Never Ends]],'' and ''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/HWATF.html Hero With A Thousand Faces]],'' by Lori (AU)
* Recommended by @/{{Darktalon}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Hermione
* ''Synopsis'': The first is an AlternateUniverse [[{{Shipping}} Harry/Hermione]] {{Continuation}} fic, written before ''Order of the Phoenix'' with enough twists to keep the attention of any fan who doesn't viscerally hate that pairing. The sequel dives headlong into MindScrew territory, and [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible many like it better for it.]] The third installment turns a major plot point of the series on its head, is even darker and {{MindScrew}}ier than its predecessors and sports a GainaxEnding.
* ''Comments'': Classics of the ''HarryPotter'' fandom. There is some mild [[SlashFic slash]] but (unlike the het content) nothing especially explicit. The [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ParadigmOfUncertainty/ Yahoo group]] contains some short stories from the same AlternateContinuity, as well as an authorised prequel duology that's also worth a read.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4079609/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Marriage_Contracts Harry Potter and the Marriage Contracts]]'' by Clell65619 (AU)
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, lanky, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Daphne Greengrass
* ''Synopsis:'' It's Harry's seventh year. The war with Voldemort is over -- aided by Neville Longbottom, Harry won, but no one knows ''how,'' only that the Dark Lord is no more. The cost? The discovery of the manipulating ways of Albus Dumbledore, and Harry's estrangement from him and his tools -- the Weasleys, particularly Ginny, and by extension Hermione, who was forced to choose between him and boyfriend Ron. The rewards? Now that he's visibly unattached ''and'' the greatest hero of the Wizarding World, every family wants to offer him their daughters, and the marriage contracts begin to descend on him in droves.
* ''Comments:'' A pleasant little romance story set in an alternate universe with a stock Evil!Dumbledore, liberally laced with both comedy and drama. I especially enjoyed the RunningGag of Harry and Neville frustrating Dumbledore by telling increasingly outlandish accounts of how Voldemort was defeated -- some of which are the plots of other well-known ''Potter'' fanfics. Be warned, though, that the story does include sexual topics, without actually being a {{lemon}}.
** lanky adds: It's well worth the read if you're willing to accept the fact that the Weasley family could actually be evil and manipulative. While that premise tends to be off-putting, extraordinarily good writing and bang-on humor make it palatable.
** Chuckg adds: While Evil!Weasleys are at least part of the plot, be warned that Remus also gets to die alone, miserable, unloved, and vilified, when such was entirely unnecessary for the storyline.
** @/LooneyToons: Clell has [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5835213/1/The_Marriage_Contracts_Redux rewritten the story]] to, in his words, "improve some of the story elements, cut down on the Weasley bashing, and generally make a bit more sense."
** @/EddieCurrent: The rewrites are MUCH reccomended. And you'll have read some of the fics Harry uses as tall tales... which makes it even funnier.
*** Though, Eddie adds, one should go in to Clell's fics warned that his Dumbledore ranges from misguided WellIntentionedExtremist to flat out CompleteMonster.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3717885/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Autumn_Swan Harry Potter and the Autumn Swan]]'' by Lord Akiyama (AU)
* Recommended by @/{{RubberLotus}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Cho, Sirius/[[spoiler:Hedwig]]
* ''Synopsis:'' If Harry had managed to ask Cho to the Yule Ball before Cedric did, how different would things turn out? See for yourself in this rewrite of books number four and up.
* ''Comments:'' A superb fanfic that sticks close to the books while still maintaining a believable Harry/Cho romance. Most notably, [[spoiler:Sirius doesn't die]].
** @/EddieCurrent would like to note that Akiyama deserves special praise for not having the ship he's writing instantly jump into each others arms, the cause of much wall banging in alternate ship fics. They are awkward with each other, they grow closer, they wonder at the emotions they are feeling... This is how to write the romance of a non-canon couple.
** @/{{Willyolio}}: WAT at Sirius's partner. that came out of nowhere. still not seeing where it's going. So far she seems like nothing more than an InnocentFanserviceGirl tossed in for AuthorAppeal. otherwise it's fairly good, though.
** While the story is quite interesting, its execution leaves something to be desired. This fic is guilty of one of the worst, most egregious violations of [[{{ptitleixk37p06}} Show, Don't Tell]] ever. Of all time. YourMilageMayVary.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1615369/1/Hufflepuff_existe ¡Hufflepuff existe!]]'' (Hufflepuff does exist!) by Tastatur. (In Spanish. SlashFic)
* Recommended by @/{{L-chan}}
* ''Pairings'': Justin Finn-Fletchey/[[spoiler:Cedric Diggory]], later Justin/Ernie Macmillan
* ''Synopsis'': Essentially, a retelling of ''Harry Potter'' books from the view of muggle-born student Justin Finn-Fletchey after he is sort into HufflepuffHouse, showing all what happens in the books from a interestingly different perspective.
* ''Comments'': Begins almost Gen, but soon goes into the exploration on Justin's sexual identity issues. One of the few fics who show love for what are the most neglected houses and characters in the setting. A good reading if you know Spanish; the author even [[http://tastatur.livejournal.com/ had a livejournal]] where she posted more explicit version of the chapters as well as the "making of" behind the writing.
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''[[http://www.phoenixsong.net/fanfiction/story.php?cid=5363 I Saw My Lady Weep]]'' by Worldmaker
* Recommended by Jack Butler
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione
* ''Synopsis'': An emotionally dense look at what happens to the characters immediately following the end of ''Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows'', and how they are going to live their lives in the aftermath of the war.
* ''Comments'': Believable characterization and creative use of language, plus it avoids a lot of the pitfalls of fan fiction (it's not a MarySue fic, it's not wish fulfillment...). The story just feels literate. There are TearJerker moments, and it ends spectacularly. And you can't beat a story that takes its chapter titles from one of Peter Gabriel's best songs!
[=[[reviews:ISawMyLadyWeep]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3651661/1/What_I_Want_My_Words_to_Do_to_You What I Want My Words To Do to You]]'' by Ladymage Samiko
* Recommended by @/AcrossTheStars
* ''Pairings'': Hermione Granger/Severus Snape
* ''Synopsis'': The courtship of Hermione Granger and Severus Snape in epistolary form. Post-Hogwarts, not [=DH-compliant=].
* ''Comments'': Hands down the best Snape/Hermione fic this troper has ever read, and one of the best fics she's ever seen. In any fandom. Ever. Very much in character, very sophisticated writing... in short, sheer genius.
[=[[reviews:WhatIWantMyWordsToDoToYou]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4118571/1/Chronicles Chronicles]]'' by Josephinee
* Recommended by Still-li, Guessmyname
* ''Pairing'': [[GenerationXerox Rose Weasley/Scorpius Malfoy]]
* ''Synopsis'': Rose Weasly always considered Scorpius Malfoy one of the most annoying people she ever had the misfortune of meeting. year, however, deep down, she realises... he's even worse!
* ''Comments'': Very entertaining and well-written, with an awesome (and hilariously snarky) main character.
** Guessmyname: Seconding. See also the sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4845988/1/Paramnesia Paramnesia]]'', still in progress.
[=[[reviews:Chronicles]]=]
''[[http://summer-jackel.livejournal.com/17017.html Forever And A Day]]'' by summer_jackel
* Recommended by Joysweeper
* ''Pairing'': Remus Lupin/James Potter/Sirius Black
* ''Synopsis'': Several vignette-ish pieces about Remus, the sole remaining non-evil Marauder, remembering his relationship with James and Sirius.
* ''Warnings'': The author says it. "m/m/m, NC-17-ish, angsty, and involves critters, or at least wizards in non-human shape."
* ''Comments'': I don't often enjoy NC-17 type fics -- though really this is more R -- but I liked this one. It was reflective and sad. Not a PWP; "relationship" in this case is partly but ''not'' entirely euphemism. As for "critters", yeah the three of them have sex as animals and as humans, but not human-with-animal.
[=[[reviews:ForeverAndADay]]=]
''[[http://hp.adultfanfiction.net/story.php?no=600010641 The Issue of Mine Enemy]]'' by Perfesser N
* Recommended by @/MacPhisto
* ''Pairing'': Harry Potter/Bellatrix Lestrange [[spoiler:and Mariette Edgecombe, ''Moaning Myrtle'', Hermione Granger, Ginny Weasley, ''and'' Gabrielle Delacour]]
* ''Synopsis'': As Harry trains with Mad-Eye Moody for the inevitable Final Battle, Voldemort uses Bellatrix as a means of by-passing the ancient magic that's protected him all his life.
* ''Warning'': '''For Mature Audiences Only'''. Equal parts smut & romance. Violence.
* ''Comments'': Honestly, I was only looking to get off. But this (quite long) fic is a very entertaing read. Rather than giving Bellatrix the simply Leather Pants treatment, half the story is a set-up to her eventual [[spoiler: HeelFaceTurn]], without having to resort to cliches. It is, dare I say, not only my favorite HP fanfic, but my all-time favorite fanfic in general.
[=[[reviews:TheIssueOfMineEnemy]]=]
''[[http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=2672 Harry Potter and the Secret of the Golden Unicorn]]'' by Lord Wrackspurt
* Recommended by @/FooFighter
* ''Pairing(s)'': Harry/Ginny, Harry/Hermione, Harry/Fleur, Harry/Gabrielle, Harry/Luna
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate universe, a young wizard named Harry Potter comes of age in a time of civil war between wizarding factions. He learns the final secret of why he is the "chosen one" who can end the war and save his friends, but only by fulfilling his destiny.
* ''Warning'': Darkfic, Incest, Squick, Violence. Definitely [[NotSafeForWork NSFW]]
* ''Comments'': One of the last fics to be completed before Restrictedsection.org stopped accepting fics (thankfully the archive is still up) and boy did they go out with a bang. If Harry Potter met the Sin City verse in a back alley you'd get something like this.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheSecretOfTheGoldenUnicorn]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4576673/1/We_Sort_Too_Soon We Sort Too Soon]]'' by onoM
* Recommended by Elenor
* ''Pairing(s)'': Lily/James, one-sided Lily/Snape
* ''Synopsis'': An alternate universe in which Severus Snape prefers to be sorted into Griffindor to join Lily rather than head to Slytherin.
* ''Comments'': Snapes' still a dark bastard, so don't worry that the author will change him into a golden griff. If you don't feel close to tears by the end then you're clearly not human.
[=[[reviews:WeSortTooSoon]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5305220/1/Torture_Tears_and_Terrible_Temptations Torture, Tears and Terrible Temptations]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by @/MacPhisto
* ''Pairing(s):'' Bellatrix/Draco [[spoiler: Bellatrix/Voldemort]]
* ''Synopsis:'' After failing to kill Dumbledore, Voldemort orders that Draco be punished by his own sadistic aunt, Bellatrix Lestrange. But the condemned soon begins to develop feelings for his taskmaster. First lusftul, then... romantic? As time goes by, Bellatrix will realize her feelings as well. But where will her loyalties ultimately lie?
* ''Comments:'' This is a '''very''' well written drama, that is ultimately heartbreaking and tragic. Rated M for depictions of sex, viloence, and language. At 30 chapters, you probably won't be able to make it through in one sitting. But the ending is well worth the wait. As I said with my previous recommendation, I don't just post anything here -- this is on my short list for all-time favorite fan fic.
[=[[reviews:TortureTearsAndTerribleTemptations]]=]
''[[http://www.siye.co.uk/siye/series.php?seriesid=146 Forced Maturity]]'' by pseudonym (AU)
* Recommended by @/ShayGuy, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after Harry's first year, the spirits of his parents decide to help him the only way they can: having him dream the next five years of his life, everything from the flying Ford Anglia rescue through the end of ''Half-Blood Prince''. Of course, memories of dreams tend to evaporate after awakening, but what's left is still enough to make things...interesting.
* ''Comments'': This is what happens when you remove the actual ''foreknowledge'' from a PeggySue fic, leaving only skills, maturity, and instinctive emotional responses (with special emphasis on Harry now being in love with Ginny, but also examining his reactions to her diary, Scabbers, Dumbledore, Snape, Malfoy, and Neville). The author manages to produce some very clever twists on the source material, deftly dodging the "make it all better" bullet in the process -- some things are learned much earlier than others, some later, and some things get ''much worse'' than they were in canon. (Also? ''Excellent'' basilisk fight.) Currently nearing the end of ''Chamber of Secrets''.
** @/UncloudedTJ: Seconded I wasn't expecting much when I read the premise thinking it would be a retelling of canon, but I was very mistaken. At first is seems almost completely the same but soon Harry's maturity causes events to forgo canon and end with something dramatically different. Not AnyoneCanDie territory ''yet'', but certainly feels like it's heading that way. Also the expected pairing is done rather well for apparently questionable ages involved in the story.
** @/ShayGuy: Just wanted to add a caveat to my rec, now that ''Chamber of Secrets'' is complete: the quality seems to slack off a bit in that part's denouement, partly due to the increased focus on the pairing, which I found excessive and thus tiresome (note how few times Rowling deemed it necessary to use the words "I love you"), and partly due to some magic-related wonkiness. (Specifically, [[spoiler:Ginny having all Riddle's pre-diary memories ''and'' being a Parselmouth]]? Also, the "soul age" concept in itself fits well with the Age Line in canon, but I don't care what pseudonym says, an emotionally traumatized 11-year-old ''is still 11 years old''.)
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4367121/1/The_First_Day The First Day]]'' by little0bird
* Recommended by @/JekWindu2
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis:'' Follows the major characters (and a few minor ones) through the first year of the war. Canon-compliant for the most part, except for things that could easily change between the timeframe of the story and the time reference for the post-series canon.
* ''Comments:'' Labels itself a shipping fic, and while the Harry/Ginny romance is handled extremely well, I find that the piece's greatest strength comes from its ability to multitask. The Ron/Hermione parts or the Fred/Katie parts are less numerous than the aforementioned couple, but their characterizations feel just as strong. One thing I like in particular is how Molly is handled. In most shipping fics I've read, she's either a thundering bear or a roaring mouse. This is one of the few who portray as a ''mother''. My only complaint is one that be stretched to cover most post-DH fics: as of this recommendation the story has 52 chapters and there simply isn't a plot beyond "this is what they do now." Definitely worth a read, especially if you like shipping fics that don't exclude other characters.
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''[[http://asylums.insanejournal.com/ginfics/11265.html Cleaning]]'' by gm weasley (AU)
* Recommended by tenoreyequetis
* ''Pairing(s):'' Remus/Tonks
* ''Synopsis:'' Tonks and Lupin's relationship from Kreacher's POV, told while Kreacher is running his daily errands in Grimmauld place.
* ''Comments'': A short, funny one-shot fic told from an interesting angle that takes place in the background of ''Order of the Phoenix''. It's also one of the only decent Remus/Tonks fics I've ever come across -- it's non-fluffy, non-angsty, and non-squicky. Rated PG (with the exception of certain [[IfYouKnowWhatIMean implications]]).
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5244417/ Hocus Pocus, Adele Polkiss]]'' by Ecmm
* Recommended by Person With Many Aliases, @/LooneyToons
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Titular OC
* ''Synopsis:'' Every year, as Harry goes off to Hogwarts, Piers Polkiss' younger sister is left to wait till the arrival of summer, waiting till she can get a little glimpse of the magic she wants to still believe in.
* ''Comments'': The story runs concurrent to the books, so there's not much deviation. It calls itself a shipping fic, but I find the OC itself much more interesting than any bother about the romance. Adele is a unique character, equally as bratty as her brother when we first see her, and completely [[{{Muggles}} normal]]. The story is worth checking out for seeing the story from the perspective of someone who has to deal with wanting more than anything else to be part of an adventure, but regardless is the one left behind when the adventure starts.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. This is nice little fic, with an interesting point of view and a character who grows on you as she grows up yet somehow still remains a bit of a brat even at 18. Oh, and it's complete, which is always a plus, with a little extra scene as a bonus.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3814832/1/Care_of_Magical_Creatures Care of Magical Creatures]]'' by mia madwyn (contains lemons)
* Recommended by Fenro, @/EddieCurrent
* Pairing(s): SS/HG
* Synopsis: Seventh Year student Hermione Granger decides to marry the one eligible wizard who did not ask for her-the horrid but powerful Severus Snape.
* Comments: This is one of the best Marriage Law Challenge fics I have ever read. This story is complete.
** Eddie adds: With non-canon couples, I have to be saying "yeah, that's how it'd happen." This does that. Brilliantly.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1914645/1/Velvet_Sidekicks Velvet & Sidekicks ]]'' by Anguis
* Recommended by [=FatRat=]
* ''Pairings'': Gregory Goyle/Millicent Bulstrode
* ''Synopsis'': Because, as much as books and movies tell us otherwise, perfect people don’t ''live.'' A tribute to the imperfect.
* ''Comments'': A really sweet plotless little one-shot focusing on two much overlooked characters.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2841153/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Sword_of_Gryffindor Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/881050/cloneserpents Cloneserpents]].
* Recommended by: @/{{Darkaros}}, @/FooFighter, @/{{Willyolio}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Hermione, Ron/[[spoiler: Luna]], Lupin/Tonks in the background, and [[spoiler: one instance of [[{{Squick}} Arthur/Molly]]]]
* Synopsis: "Spurned on by a perverted ghost, Harry stumbles on a naughty, yet very special book. With the rituals found in this book, Harry gains power and leads his friends in the hunt for Voldemort's Horcruxes. EROTIC COMEDY" (Obviously, {{NSFW}})
* Comments: How to describe. Its part smut, part Harry/Hermione romance, part comedy, and part crack. Gryffindor is a horny ghost and Harry and friends search for Horcruxes... and encounter the most crack-filled, hilarious mini-adventures ever along the way. Highly recommended, [[IReadItForTheArticles more because of the comedy]], I swear. Mild Weasly (As in, Ron and Ginny only) bashing, at least compared to the author's other works.
** @/{{Willyolio}}: agreed, it's hilarious. If you don't mind the sex (and there's a lot of that), it's still full of comedy and it has a decent plot, too. If you do like reading smut, those parts are written pretty well too.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5435295/1/The_Bonds_of_Blood The Bonds of Blood]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1229909/Darth_Marrs Darth Marrs]]
* Recommended by @/{{Willyolio}}
* Pairings: Harry/Ginny, Sirius/Rosmerta
* Synopsis: Harry accidentally soul bonds with Ginny in the Chamber of Secrets when Diary!Riddle is feeding off Ginny's soul. Standard soul-bond-fic stuff happens: they get more powerful, they need physical contact, they gain a few other powers as well.
* Comments: Despite the pretty standard synopsis above, there's one thing that really sets this work apart from the other "soul bond" fics i've read: Harry and Ginny develop normally. Instead of instantly understanding each other, or falling in love as soon as it happens, their reaction to their need for physical contact is perfectly appropriate for a 12- and 11-year old: "eeeeeeeeeewwww!" The telepathy they share leads to a lot of bickering. They ''grow up'' experiencing puberty together and all the fun that entails. On top of that, the adults are reasonable, if uncomfortable, with the situation, instead of it being "Harry + Ginny together vs. Adults who just don't understand".
** Also contains one of the most hilarious instances of TheTalk in literary history:
-->'''Sirius:''' Know what sex is?
-->'''Harry:''' Er, mostly.
-->'''Sirius:''' Do it before you're sixteen and I'll kick your ass.
-->'''Harry:''' Oh, okay.
* Warning : AnyoneCanDie
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''[[http://kibatsu.livejournal.com/14375.html Nights of Gethsemane]]'' by Starcrossed
* Recommended by @/{{JBlaze}}
* Pairings: Harry/Snape, Harry/Ginny
* Warnings: slash, underage, [[spoiler: dubious consent, non-consent, graphic torture, explicit sex, exhibitionism, slavery, character deaths, drug use/addiction, bondage]]
* Synopsis: Harry is a prisoner of the Dark Lord and Snape his prison guard. Completely cut off from the outside world, Harry struggles to hold himself intact as he is forced to rely on Snape for everything. Yet Snape may not be all that he appears...
* Comments: Clocking in at over 350k words, this one's a doozy. This has got to be the darkest and most horrifying slash fic I've read all the way through. Why? Because it's utterly ''brilliant''. Starcrossed doesn't derail the characters, but she definitely pushes the envelope, [[EvenTheDogIsAshamed sometimes far past]] what I'd typically stand to read. The entire thing is extremely cerebral though, and her writing style is utterly sublime. Her use of dreams and literary references, which typically comes off as banal and cliche in lesser fics, deserves special note. Unlike a lot of dark fics, such as the [[YourMileageMayVary oft-noted]] ''Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness'', you never feel like any of the characters are thrown under the bus for the sake of {{wangst}}. This is not a fic for the faint of heart or anyone looking for an easy, quick, or fun read. Starcrossed really challenges her readers, keeping them guessing. It starts off horrible and gets better, [[spoiler: or does it?]]. It is complete, with an epilogue in the works. Be forewarned though, [[spoiler: the ending is just as ambiguous as the entire fic]].
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4842696/1/Reparations Reparations]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1550773/Saras_Girl Sara's Girl]]
* Recommended by Lyra Orion
* Pairings: Harry/Draco
* Warnings: slash, explicit sex, drug use/addiction
* Comments: Even though it may look short at 10 chapters, the chapters are HUGE. It's not quite an epic, but it's very long and will definitely take more than one night to read. However, it's totally worth it. It's a fic set after the War of Hogwarts and is DH compliant (except for the epilogue), and has a really interesting take on each character. Every OC in the story is absolutely delightful and feel like a part of the original cast. Even with some serious subject matter, there's plenty of brilliant humour and cute moments that relieve some tension. Definitely worth a read.
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''[[http://www.walkingtheplank.org/archive/viewstory.php?sid=2988&warning=4 The White Road]]'' by [[http://www.walkingtheplank.org/archive/viewuser.php?uid=515 Perverse-idyll]]
* Reccomended by @/{{nekovita}},Fenro
* Pairings: Harry/Snape, Lily/Snape
* Synopsis: One day, comfortably set up in the afterlife, Lily Evans Potter switches on the telly and gets hooked on the Harry Potter show.
* Warnings: Slash, Explicit Sex and Violence
* Comments: You'd think, due to the synopsis, that this fic is going to be lighthearted and silly, or maudlin and straightforward-- I did, and I almost passed it up, but boy was I wrong. This story isn't simple; it's engaging, thoughtful and heart-wrenching. The writing is vivid and very detailed. It deals with all of the characters in a caring manner, without vilifying anyone. I especially liked the exploration of Snape and Lily's relationship when they were younger, the focus on the things she didn't notice when she was an adolescent, her interactions with Tom, her very visceral reactions to the things she sees and [[spoiler: the juxtaposition between Harry's two different but possible futures, and what brings him to each one]]. Out of all of fic I've read, this is definitely one of my very favorites. Even if you don't like the main pairing, it's worth a try.
** This story is so... so... there are no words. Just read it.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6002834/1/Igniting_the_Sea Igniting the Sea]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2106788/Bedelia Bedelia]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* Paring(s): Percy/Hermione, Ron/Hermione, Audrey/Percy, Harry/Ginny
* Synopsis: Ron is abducted after the war. Hermione, Harry, and the Weasleys slowly give up all hope of finding him alive. Love sneaks up on Hermione when she befriends Percy, but what will happen when Ron is returned to them?
* Warnings: Explicit Sex
* This is fic is still in progress, and is extremely well written. Although the Percy/Hermione pairing may be off putting at first, their relationship is well developed, and entirely engrossing. It also doesn't hurt that the fic often gives ShoutOuts and references to LesMiserables, {{Shakespeare}}, and ThePrincessBride.
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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/70312/Barb_LP Barb]]
* Recommended by Bufu, @/UncloudedTJ, boonerunner
* I'm rather surprised that Barb hasn't been mentioned already -- she was one of the bigger names in the fandom just a few years ago. Guess many of her readers have grown up and moved on -- she was most active in that productive period before ''Order of the Phoenix'''s publication. Anyway, her entire ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is some of the best written stuff I've had the pleasure to read. Yes, the romance can get dramatic to the point of soap opera melodrama, and yes -- since this was written at the half way point of the series, much has been revealed to be completely different from the world she created. Nevertheless, I still consider her work some of the best I've read, and would highly encourage you to check it out, starting with ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/288212/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Psychic_Serpent Harry Potter and the Psychic Serpent]]''. Feel free to chime in with your own thoughts -- I'd like to hear them, even if you don't agree with me. Trying to get in that pre-''[=OotP=]'' mindset may help.
** @/UncloudedTJ: Her work was the first good fanfiction I'll admit to reading. The second in the trilogy, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/699701/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Time_of_Good_Intentions Harry Potter and the Time of Good Intentions]]'', is one of the best looks at an AU I've ever seen and how it comes about is shocking. Granted I think it went downhill towards the end of the trilogy but up to the middle of the third story it was all very well done work.
** vick86: The ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is one of the best examples of {{growing the beard}} in fanfiction. The first book does suffer from a number of bad (Harry Potter) fanfiction cliches. This is to be forgiven however when one considers that this is one of the earlier book-length works and most of the cliches weren't cliches when it was written, but rather became cliches after other works started using some of the same ideas. The second book throws the AU curveball and it turns into one of the best series you'll ever read. It's definitely worth it to sit through some of the bad stuff in the first book to reach the greatness of the sequels.
[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/after_the_rain/ All After the Rains's Harry Potter fics]]
* Recommended by @/{{Micah}}, @/{{DomaDoma}}
* She writes with a dry but periodically hilarious tone and plots of the inevitable-in-hindsight variety. I'm particularly fond of ''The Adventures of Icarus the Invisible Poltergeist'' and ''Running Close to the Ground''.
** Seconded by @/{{DomaDoma}}: Agreed. My favorites are ''Mordant'' and ''Correspondence Course'' -- the latter of which, alas, being the only one completely unscathed by new canon in the whole ensemble. Still, if you can get into that between-books mood, fantastic stuff.
** Thirded by @/{{Verity}}, who would also highly rec her ''Remedial History''.
[[http://planescapecomic.com/harrypotter Harry Potter Comics]]'''' post-book comic series by Travers & Rioux Jordan. (Canon-Compliant)
* Recommended by Swiftbow
** Seconded by @/{{Darkmane}}. Works unexpectedly well as a comic book, with pictures made from photos of lego toys. There's a highly interwoven storyline and it's done with a very generous touch of humour. Read with an open mind and do not expect anything too serious. Haters of comic books stay away; and by contrast it's a must read for comic book fans, as they will recognize and enjoy the change in narration, which works very well in graphic novel format.
* This is an ongoing webcomic (done with Harry Potter legos) following the plot after the epilogue of the books. It follows several different story arcs, including Harry, Ron, and Hermione, their children at Hogwarts, a set of villains who have combined Muggle technology with magic, and a displaced Muggle Sheriff and his Deputy. From Texas. It updates twice a week.
[[http://fanfiction.mugglenet.com/viewuser.php?uid=90372 Neville Longbottom]]'''' series by Sonorus. (AU)
* Recommended by e of pi
* One of the best takes on the Neville-Longbottom-is-chosen-instead-of-Harry storyline I've seen. He's written AU versions of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets,'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban,'' ''Goblet of Fire,'' and chapter one of "Order of the Phoenix." He's a very regular poster, and the story is top-notch. Moreover, much like in ''DA & the Year of Darkness,'' we really see the evolution and emergence of the sword-waving Neville a lot earlier, rather than some Neville-is-chosen fics where Neville's pathetic failures are just an excuse for some Harry-Potter-saves-the-world action.
* Seconded by [=PhoenixFTW=]
''[[http://www.lomara.org/sbp/ The Shoebox Project]]'' (Non-graphic slash, incomplete)
* Recommended by @/{{Rinny}}, @/YoAdrian
* It's pretty much the only fanfic I still even bother to read. Shame it isn't updated quite as often anymore, though.
* Strongly seconded by @/YoAdrian: Oh god, where to start. Best Marauders-era fic I've ever read. The humor is superb -- Rave and Jaida have a knack for teenaged-boy hijinks. Young Peter Pettigrew has a very well-done StartOfDarkness, and is treated as a real character. There are several beautiful [[AMythologyIsTrue Mythology Nods]], at least one of which made this troper cry. Many of the background characters in the books get a bit more flesh on them, such as the Prewett twins -- the Marauders' idols. Definitely worth a read -- doesn't update very often, but worth the wait.
* Thirded by Pavlovas: Beautiful, beautiful fanfic. One of the best ever written. Unfortunately, both authors have practically confirmed its status as a {{Dead Fic}}. However, what has been written is glorious; all of the characters, even some of the minor ones that the books mention in passing, have been fleshed out wonderfully and despite being a truly hilarious piece of writing, it has quite a few touching moments at times. The original home-page link is dead because someone hacked the site in late 2008 but thankfully, Lomara converted each and every file into PDF.
* Fourthed by this troper: It's beautiful. Absolutely beautiful. If you haven't read it, go read it NOW. It's the Marauders in the flesh, funny and moving and so utterly ''them''. Honestly, would probably sell my soul to be able to write like this. The slash isn't very obvious, by the way, so don't be off-put by it.
* Fifthed by this other troper: it's bloody fantastic. All the characters are written ''perfectly'': Remus, Sirius, James, Lily, Snape, even Peter -- ''all'' of them are completely three-dimensional people, with character progression that clearly leads them towards becoming their older canon counterparts we know from the books (and it thankfully ''doesn't'' fall into traps with the characters which are all too common in Harry Potter fandom[[hottip:*:e.g. James and Sirius the [[JerkJock sociopathic bullies]], Snape the innocent [[TheWoobie woobie]], Wormtail the blithering idiot, etc.]]). As for the story itself, it's brilliant -- and while there ''is'' slash, it doesn't read as contrived or out of character. In my mind, this fic is to JK Rowling's books as TheThrawnTrilogy is to the StarWars movies.
* Now has [[FanFic/TheShoeboxProject its own TV Tropes page]].
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1034541/Kurinoone The Dark Prince]]'' Trilogy by Kurinoone (AU, some child abuse, some fighting, Dark Harry -- kind of)
* Recommended by Elenor
* All canon pairings. Lily/James, Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione, etc.
* The trilogy in order is ''The Darkness Within'', ''A Part of Me'' and ''Deepest Reflections''. So far the first one has been translated into Spanish, German, Russian, Portuguese, and French. The first two have been nominated for awards. This is honestly the best AU I have read. The characters are consistent and believable. Everyone is given depth so you can understand what drives them instead of the author making "good guys" and "bad guys" as subtle as a sledge hammer. No one changes in a day. Even the OC is likable and clearly not a self-insertion or a (shudder) Mary-Sue.
** Clendy82: There is only one drawback that I see: [[spoiler: Damien]] Potter? Seriously? You couldn't have gone with, I don't know, Jason? Or Brandon? Derek? Daniel? Of all the names out there for an obstinately non-evil character, you had to pick the most ridiculous of the lot? Despite the overall goodness of the story so far, the sheer idiocy of that name almost made me shut it down right then and there.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/632060/Dazzleberry Dazzleberry's]] fanfics
* Recommended by @/{{Kilyle}}
* The trilogy of ''Still Waters Run Deep'', ''Bittersweet'', and ''Tomorrow We May Die'' (which is now housed offsite for some reason) is the one I read the most, although I don't much like the first one (MarySue more than the other two, I think). Very OC for Snape, IMO, although it does play his angst up pretty neatly, and works well with how he feels as a double agent (''hugely'' at the end of the second story). Still, it's one of the fanfics I've found to meet these criteria: Snape as main character, love as major plot, not filled with pointless sex, '''''heterosexual''''', and not Snape-with-Hermione.
** Oh, and Dazzleberry has a fic highlighting how the Ministry of Magic messes with Lupin's life through unending rules and regulations, and that fic runs parallel to the second (?) part of the trilogy. Both fics, by the way, work within the basic underpinnings of the story, but from Snape or Lupin's point-of-view, rather than that of the kids, and the kids are portrayed a bit less sympathetically than normal; there's major Wangst at points, and Snape's love ends up pregnant by the end. And the story branches off from canon early on, due in part to being written while only half the series was published (the author debated about changing things to line up with canon, but decided to just go with what she had).
[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/a_j_hall/ A. J. Hall's]] trilogy. (Slash Draco/Neville)
* Recommended by @/{{Robert}}:
* Some [[CookieCutterFic unconventional characterization]], but is well written, and includes a cross-over with Bujold's ''VorkosiganSaga'' series.
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/164445/ Squib Tales]]'' by Ozma
* Recommended by @/{{Robert}}
* A series from [[ADayInTheLimelight Filch's point of view]]. Good characterization and world building.
''[[http://sam-storyteller.livejournal.com/tag/stealing%20harryverse The Stealing Harryverse]]'' by Sam the Storyteller (aka Sam Vines aka Copperbadge)
* Recommended by Lavanya Six, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]]
* An AU stemming from a simple question: What if Lucius Malfoy, not Sirius Black, had caught up with Peter Pettigrew first? Well, basically, Sirius stays a free man and (along with Remus) takes the place of Ms. Figg in watching Harry grow up at the Dursleys... until one day, when Harry is eight years old, Sirius and Remus find out just how badly the Dursleys treat Harry. AU through the middle of Year 3 so far.
** I have to give this fic the highest recommendation possible. The dialogue, plot, and character development is top notch. Sam's world building is very insightful into things canon takes for granted, like the makers of the Mirror of Erised or the historical origins for Purebloodness being rooted in Roman colonization of the British Isles.
** Needs a warning for the Sirius/Remus pairing, though.
** Now officially a DeadFic, with a summary of what was to have been up. Damn it.
''The FanFic/{{Dangerverse}}'' by Anne Walsh (Alternate sites [[http://stories.trycanta.com/fics/ here]] and [[http://whydoyouneedtoknow.fanficauthors.net/Harry_Potter.php here]])
* Recommended by @/{{Lizzie}}; @/RitiTroll; @/{{Seraviel}}
* A superb multiverse spawned from the existence of an older, college-age, sister for Hermione. More intricate than Canon.
** @/LooneyToons: Cautious second. The initial stories sweep you up and carry you along with their writing; the author is very skilled and does a great job at an alternate universe that feels right and manages to hew closely to the general outline of canon while still being highly divergent (that's not a contradiction, much as it seems like it might be). My caution is that after the first four or so installments, and the first few branchings into various parallel universes within the series, I lost track of where I was and subsequently lost interest in following the stories. Without a good solid central thread to follow, I had no motivation to keep reading. If you're better at that, or less concerned about it, then ignore my caution and jump right in.
** @/RitiTroll: Solid Third. I almost like some of the [=AUs=] (Returnverse, Be Careful) More than I do the main verse.
** @/{{Seraviel}}: Fourth. The length of the main stories might stump new readers, but the quality makes it worthwhile.
** @/{{Roo}}: Fifth, but mostly for the first story, ''Living With Danger.'' The later stories begin dragging a bit and introduces some really cringe-worthy plot points... and it's clear that Anne Walsh is much more at home with writing Harry and co. as small children rather than teenagers, which is probably why later stories don't feel anywhere near as inspired. A few of the other [=AUs=] are quite decent, but with the possible exception of the surprisingly fun ''Till We Reach That Day'' (which was rewritten into ''True Colors,'' which I haven't read yet), none of them are quite as engaging as that first story.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/492315/citygirl1116 citygirl1116]]
* Recommended by J the Drafter
* Everything she's written is hilarious, especially ''Harry Potter and the Overdone Plot Devices''. She hasn't written anything new in a while, though.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/~lightningonthewave Sacrifices Arc]] by Lightning on the Wave (Very Long Completed [=AUs=], Heavy Violence, Slash)
* Recommended by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], notsarah, starryblue, The Blood Sharpie
* ''Comments'': A seven fic series and related oneshot "Maze of Light," each novel-length work replaces its corresponding canon counterpart, and Lightning increasingly diverges from the source. Despite the oft-(mis)used premise "what if Slytherin!Harry had a BWL!twin," the plot manages to stay original and creative throughout, with truly inspiring [[ShoutOut shout-outs]] to canon events. Canon characterizations aren't exactly possible, but there's a surprising amount of Original Flavor nonetheless. [[MagnificentBastard Snape]] is especially brilliant, and while Lightning never loses sight of the reality that spawned him, he progresses to the point of possibly being better than what JKR ever got around fleshing out. [[YourMileageMayVary BE WARNED]]: the author really knows how to [[AnyoneCanDie turn on the water-works]], and pays careful attention to everything -- which means that while character interaction often = CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming and setting establishment/development = MadeOfWin, wartime realities = NightmareFuel. The dark tone does threaten to overwhelm things occasionally, but Lightning somehow knows just when things are heading towards unbearable, and is as good at inducing CrowningMomentOfFunny as she is at creating tension.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1619871/Vekin87/ Albus Potter Series]] by Vekin87
* Recommended by windweaver19
* ''Synopsis'': Gen fic focusing on Albus Potter and his time in Hogwarts. Albus is sorted into, not Gryffindor, but Slytherin much to everyone's surprise but his own brother. Conflict quickly ensues.
* ''Comments'': When I first read these stories I had to remind myself quite harshly that it wasn't canon. Vekin does a good job of blending canon bits with his own ideas for an entertaining read that is still very reminiscent of Rowling's story. Several of the characterizations are funny and he's almost as good at sparking EpilepticTrees among his fans as Rowling is. Story is in progress and currently at the start of year 4.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1228238/DisobedienceWriter DisobedienceWriter]]
* Recommended by Tikigod784, @/LooneyToons
* ''Comments'': Recommended because this author takes many of the stereotypical situations you often see in fanfiction (such as Dark!Harry and PeggySue) and writes them well. It should be noted that Dumbledore bashing is prevalent, but explained clearly in every story. Harry also tends to be more logical and cautious than canon. To be perfectly honest, if you read two or three of his stories, you'll know what reading his other HP stories (as well as his 'FanficRecs/{{Naruto}}' stories) feels like.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded; note that [=DisobedienceWriter=] already has at least one story recommended elsewhere on this page, the cracktastic ''A Bad Week at the Wizangamot''.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1265079/Lomonaaeren Lomonaaeren]]
* Recommended by @/JBlaze
* ''Comments'': Highly recommended if you happen to like Draco/Harry [[FoeYay slash]]. This author has written over 100 fics of varying lengths (some very long, and some meaty oneshots too) -- all of them some of the very best the fandom has to offer. The Ceremonies of Strife trilogy is especially recommended for one of the best continuation series I've read. Lomonaaeren is one of those rare authors that doesn't neglect plotting to get to the romance.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1931446/ Princess Marauder]]
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* If you like excellent writing, wonderful characterization, comedy, and the Marauders, you should check out all of her Harry Potter fics. She currently has seven HP fics: three complete and four in-progress. They're all worth the read.
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1443437/ little0bird]]
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* All the author's fics are Harry Potter and all of them are possibly the best I've ever read! All the characters are perfectly in canon, even in her Next Gen fics. It appears the author either doesn't know about the canon Next Gen or they decided to let their imagination flow and made characters of their own. Either way, their writing is amazing and worth the read.
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[[folder: General Fics]]
''Stories focused on the family and the friendly relationships of the cast. Plot-focused stories or light day-in-the-life stories. Pretty much anything that doesn't fit into one of the other folders.''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684167/1/Lovers_in_a_Dangerous_Time Lovers in a Dangerous Time]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/836277/xXfireXflyXx xXfireXflyXx]]
* Recommended by @/BlitheCynic
* ''Synopsis'': At twenty-nine years of age, Bellatrix Black is chain-smoking, promiscuous, chronically bored, and still living with her parents until her introduction to the Dark Lord transforms her life into an exhilarating whirlwind of passion, murder, and unrequited love.
* ''Comments'': As canon as it can be, as Bella's back story/relationship with Voldemort is barely explored in the books. Excellent characterization and intriguing backstory. The time-line is a little bit off, but everything else makes up for it and most of the errors can be fixed mentally.
[=[[reviews:LoversInADangerousTime]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4714715/1/Renegade_Cause Renegade Cause]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1613119/Silens_Cursor Silens Cursor]]
* Recommended by @/USABobcat
* ''Synopsis'': At the start of Order of the Phoenix, the Ministry comes to take Harry into custody for using a Patronus charm in front of a Muggle. Harry, warned by Dumbledore to not let them destroy his wand, defends himself. Things change.
* ''Comments'': An in-depth look at the darker arts of Magic, the darker forms of politics, and the darker morals. And not just Voldemort or Fudge, for once.. Harry makes difficult decisions, Voldemort delves in Spell Creation, and it is very violent.
[=[[reviews:RenegadeCause]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5176787/1/Thou_Shalt_Not_Suffer Thou Shalt Not Suffer]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/933175/TheWizardsHarry The Wizards Harry]]
* Recommended by [[http://liquid-molasses.livejournal.com/ Liquid-Molasses]]
* ''Synopsis'': An emotionally realistic take on the idea of a fundamentalist Christian being invited to Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Still in-progress but interesting so far, and it deals with the issue without being anti-religion.
** Seconded--a little cautiously--by @/{{MtheR}}. The first couple chapters have a few persistent spelling errors and typos, but nothing distracting. The [=OC=] at the center of the story is flawed but likeable, and the representation of Slytherin so far looks to be one of the most balanced and realistic I've seen in a fanfiction. Mostly I'm recommending because it's the first Harry Potter fanfiction in ages to hold my attention past the fifth chapter.
[=[[reviews:ThouShaltNotSuffer]]=]
''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Apprentice_Potter/index.php Apprentice Potter]]'' and its sequels, ''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Journeyman_Potter/index.php Journeyman Potter]]'' and ''[[http://draco664.fanficauthors.net/Master_Potter/index.php Master Potter]]'' (in progress) by Draco664 (All AU)
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': A HarryPotter AlternateUniverse that diverges shortly after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix''. Instead of letting Harry return to Hogwarts for his sixth year, Mad-Eye Moody arranges an apprenticeship for him, with a mysterious and infuriating new master.
* ''Comments:'' Includes [[CharacterizationTags Fem!Blaise, Angry!Angry!Really Angry!Harry,]] and poly shipping.
** A little slow at first but picks up rather well. Unfortunately due to its age it has a few instances of the later canon books deterring some plot points but overall the story works well and integrates the later books when possible.
** @/{{Nornagest}}: Technically competent and usually enjoyable. Unfortunately it makes a few fanficcy structural mistakes -- but my standards are ridiculously high, and I did manage to get through it anyway.
[=[[reviews:ApprenticePotter]]=]
''[[http://rowen-r.livejournal.com/13032.html The Most Grievous and Lamentable Tragedy of the Death of Lord Voldemort]]'' by rowen_r
* Recommended by @/{{Micah}}, @/AcrossTheStars
* ''Synopsis'': ''Harry Potter'' meets Jacobean revenge tragedy.
* ''Comments'': Written pre-''Half Blood Prince''. Has stage directions like "[In a manner suggestive of profound, puppy-kicking evil]" and "[Makes frightening groaning noises just for the hell of it, the scamp]".
** It's probably twice as funny for anyone familiar with Renaissance literature, especially Shakespeare and Marlowe, so English majors, theatre majors, and [=AP=] Lit students will probably laugh harder than anyone else.
* Thirded--or is it fourth-ed?--by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]]. Note that above troper is spot-on, however.
[=[[reviews:TheMostGrievousAndLamentableTragedyOfTheDeathOfLordVoldemort]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3639659/1/A_Bad_Week_at_the_Wizengamot A Bad Week At The Wizengamot]]'' by [=DisobedienceWriter=]
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, Comartemis, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], lanky, Chuckg, @/{{Dor}}, @/RitiTroll, @/{{Seraviel}}, timeywimey, [=T7F=]
* ''Synopsis'': After Harry Potter is convicted by the Wizengamot for defending himself against the dementors the summer after his fourth year and goes wandless into exile, Cornelius Fudge is certain all is now well with the world. At least until Harry's revenge begins...
* ''Comments'': Funny short story set in an AlternateUniverse that looks much bleaker than canon... at least at first. Features Cornelius Fudge as the ultimate [[{{Dilbert}} Pointy-haired Boss.]]
** Seconded by @/{{Comartemis}}: Best Humiliation Conga I've ever read. Just make sure you aren't [[SpitTake drinking anything]] while you read.
** Thirded by [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], as she's convinced this fic is undiluted CrowningMomentOfFunny. For that matter, she's convinced author [=DisobedienceWriter=] is made of CrowningMomentOfAwesome.
** This. This is how you perform a HumiliationConga.
** Elenor: I will recommend this as soon as I can stop laughing long enough to type.
** @/{{Dor}} heartily ''* counts on fingers* '' sixths this, although he finds the second chapter -- Sirius's efforts to fix the Ministry of Magic -- even more appealing than the HumiliationConga in the first chapter.
** @/RitiTroll just wants to repeat that the second chapter is just as awesome in a different way, but the third didn't hold her interest for more than a few paragraphs.
** [=T7F=] 8ths This: [[HumiliationConga BURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRN!]]
[=[[reviews:ABadWeekAtTheWizengamot]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4726291/1/Eternal_Return Eternal Return]]'' by Silver Pard
* Recommended by: @/LooneyToons, chimeras
* ''Synopsis:'' Harry finds himself reincarnated as a newborn Tom Marvolo Riddle, decades in the past. Can he do what he needs to in order to ensure that he is born and lives out the life he remembers? Can he bear the cost?
* ''Comments:'' Dark, heartbreaking and ultimately creepy.
** Definitely seconded, even if you saw it coming, the ending is still chilling.
[=[[reviews:EternalReturn]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5093023/1/ The Book of Dobby: Per Arcana ad Astra]]'' by Doghead Thirteen
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Synopsis:'' While obsessively cleaning Colin Creevy's stacks of nerd paraphernalia, Dobby stumbles on a book about [[WorldWarII The Battle Of Britain]] and [[{{Understatement}} takes a liking]] to the idea of big metal birds blowing shit up. A few weeks later after Voldemort's return, Harry is trying to think of ways to fight Voldemort and his Death Eaters when Dobby offers a solution involving magic, elves, and World War II air power. "TURNS OUTS THEM LIGHTSES! IS YOUS NOT KNOWING THERE IS BEING A WAR ON?"
* ''Comments:'' One of the most warped and entertaining ''Potter'' stories I've ever encountered. Words cannot describe just how twisted and fun this story is -- it must be read to be believed. Completely unlike any other ''Harry Potter'' fic in existence. Incomplete, but still being written by an active author.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: A fic that absolutely ''refuses'' to take itself seriously, this is gloriously crack-tastic and a joy to read; my only complaint is that there isn't enough of it. Conspicuously avoids [[RonTheDeathEater Evil!Dumbledore]] despite invoking the same FridgeLogic that generally leads to that characterization (he's not evil, he's just ''senile''). Also, watch for [[Warhammer40K 40K]] and ''GirlGenius'' shout-outs including [[spoiler: a surprise appearance by the Jägers!]]
[=[[reviews:TheBookOfDobbyPerArcanaAdAstra]]=]
''[[http://sam-storyteller.dreamwidth.org/97242.html Reclamation]]'' by Sam the Storyteller
* Recommended by Lavanya Six
* ''Synopsis:'' In an alternate universe, one man still struggles with a moral decision made many years before.
* ''Comments:'' My favorite HP one-shot. It explores the life and mind of [[spoiler:Tom Riddle]] in a world where, like a recovering alcoholic, he makes an conscious effort each day to not turn Dark.
** Seconded by @/{{Thanos6}}. Much like {{Dexter}}, this fic explores someone who is essentially a sociopath who is just barely clinging to morality by his fingernails.
[=[[reviews:Reclamation]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4410768/1/Measure_for_Measure Measure for Measure]]'' by Grover Cleveland
* Recomended by Radiofreak
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter's fifth year. Featuring a sarcastic!/slightly independent!/STRAIGHT!Harry Harry/Daphne
* ''Comments:'' One of the best HP fanfics I have had the pleasure of reading, with a very well done first person view of a slightly mad Harry. Features Harry getting paid in virgins outside of a crackfic.
[=[[reviews:MeasureForMeasure]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4818951/1/Fair_Trade Fair Trade]]'' by [=BajaB=]
* Recommended by Ithanyx, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry confronts Voldemort after his sixth year at Hogwarts with an alternate reason for some of the Dark's Lord's failures, and offers to help him out, for a price.
* ''Comments'': A fantastic ret-con fic which shows an interesting idea of what a power that Voldemort knows not could be like.
** Seconded. It's a very good one-shot into a what could have happened [[spoiler: if Harry found out he was a Horcrux at the end of Book 6]].
[=[[reviews:FairTrade]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2889350/1/Bungle_in_the_Jungle_A_Harry_Potter_Adventure Bungle in the Jungle]]'' and its sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3759007/1/Turn_Me_Loose_A_Harry_Potter_Adventure Turn Me Loose]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by @/{{Dor}}, @/LooneyToons, @/FooFighter, Chuckg, lanky, oruma
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter escapes one of Dumbledore's plans to manipulate him by following Bill Weasley on an expedition to South America, where they find ''far'' more than they bargained for.
* ''Comments'': Very few authors use the second person successfully; ''Bungle in the Jungle'' is among the best of the exceptions. The story can be a bit intimidating for the first chapter or two, between the point of view and the first chapter being in non-chronological order. Stick with it, and you find a cast of thoroughly-developed original characters, an insightful look into what a cursebreaker actually ''does'', and one of the best climactic battle sequences in fanfiction. Be warned: There's a pretty significant amount of Hermione- and Weasley-bashing, although the sequel redeems them somewhat.
** @/LooneyToons: I particularly like his take on Luna Lovegood, which makes perfect sense in this setting. Also note that this story does not end conclusively, but its sequel picks up where "Bungle" left off.
** Comartemis: I'm not sure what to think about this one. On the one hand, Evil!Weasleys and Manipulative!Dumbledore are some of my all-time least favorite cliches, and the fact that Hermione gets similar treatment is another punch in the gut, and her later "redemption" doesn't do much to improve the situation. Setting those things aside, however, it's a damn good fic and probably one of the better Luna/Harry fics I've read.
** @/FooFighter: From reading this and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3384712/1/The_Lie_Ive_Lived The Lie I've Lived]]'' I'm willing to say that jbern writes THE best combat/duel scenes I've seen in any FanFic.
** Chuckg: I recommend this fic highly, especially to any Bill Weasley fan or anyone who wants to see jbern's take on what a Curse Breaker ''really'' does for a living. Magical Indiana Jones vs. the Zombie Apocalypse of the Ruined City is worth the price of admission all by itself. However, I stopped reading the series after the action got back to England in the sequel, but that's just me.
** lanky: This is worth the price of admission and the strange second-person perspective JUST for the fact that Ron is not RonTheDeathEater. Despite the fact that [[spoiler: the Weasley Clan, Bill and maybe Charlie aside,]] have been an absolute bunch of manipulative bastards, the first thing he does when he gets the chance to talk to Harry is apologize profusely and try to stand by him. Honestly, I wasn't a fan of the demonization to that point, but it makes sense in context: Dumbledore presents something that might just win the war. Of course the Weasleys, [=OotP=] members through and through, would do it, especially when it was a case of making Harry happy. It's a grim, grim reminder of what the Harry Potter series could have been if Dumbledore was just a bit more of a bastard. Hell, it's worth the price of admission just for the AlternateCharacterInterpretation of Luna Lovegood, who becomes something more than some batshit crazy girl spouting moonspeak.
[=[[reviews:BungleInTheJungle]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2954601/1/ Taking Control]]'' and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4924075/1/Free_Life Free Life]]'', by "fake a smile"
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Sirius' ghost hangs around after ''[=OoTP=]'' to help Harry get over his death and train him, leading to a Harry who enters year 6 with an iron determination to grow up and take his fate in his own hands and fight the war against Voldemort on his own terms. Meanwhile, the "Golden Trio" splits apart when Harry won't let them in on his new plans, leaving Ginny (and later Remus) as his only confidants. Independent!Harry and Genuinely-Well-Meaning-But-Stiflingly-Manipulative!Dumbledore. ''Taking Control'' is complete; its sequel ''Free Life'' is incomplete but in progress.
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Comments:'' Although the main focus of the story is not the romance, this still has one of the best-developed Harry/Ginny romances ''ever''. The pacing is delightfully appropriate, the author has a fine grasp of subtlety, and the plot is interesting and without obvious holes. Unlike most other Manipulative!Dumbledore fics, the Dumbledore in this one is neither using inappropriate methods or has evil intentions, he's just idealistically misguided. And while Harry's more kickarse than canon, this isn't remotely near a Super!Harry fic. Indeed, the only possible negative note is that Ron and Hermione do ''not'' come off well in this fic -- its hardly RonTheDeathEater territory, but Ron gets to be the clueless git again, and Hermione has her bossy know-it-all tendencies taken to positively [[{{Flanderization}} Flanderized]] levels. So, Ron and Hermione fans have been warned.
[=[[reviews:TakingControl]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2412808/1/The_Innocence_Of_Guilt The Innocence of Guilt]]'' by ENSIGN
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter was sentenced to Azkaban prison. However he never went there. Who is this James Pathertrory who's running around the world causing problems for the Death Eaters?
* ''Comments'': Your typical Harry is being sent to Azkaban plot with a lot of twists involved. At the top of the list is Harry's friends don't abandon him but are stopped by a KangarooCourt. At the center of this story is a very interesting take of the Unspeakables and who runs them. Amusingly there is an OC that has the code name of Mary Sue. The author doesn't have any planned pairings at the moment and the story is set after ''Order of the Phoenix'' (with some elements of the later books mixed in the later chapters).
[=[[reviews:TheInnocenceOfGuilt]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2318355/1/Make_A_Wish Make A Wish]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, Chuckg, Elenor, [=UnseenVoice=], lanky
* ''Synopsis'': After learning the prophecy, Harry comes to the conclusion there's no way he can win against Voldemort. And if that's the case, he decides he has to get in as much living as he can before he must return to the conflict. But in the process of the whirlwind round-the-world tour he takes under an assumed name as result of that decision, he inadvertently creates a mythic figure of such proportions that even Voldemort begins to fear him.
* ''Comments'': An enjoyable, funny story despite the author's primitive grasp of the technical rudiments of writing and the somewhat anticlimactic ending. Watching how the Wizarding World creates the myth of "Mr. Black" by misunderstanding or selectively re-interpreting the information and stories left in Harry's wake is worth the occasional frustration with Blot's style, as is the scale to which the myth eventually grows -- and how Harry reacts when he finally learns what his "last vacation before dying" has wrought. (Be warned, though, that ''Make A Wish'' starts slowly -- although the lead-up has some good if low-key humor, the funniest stuff really doesn't start to kick in until the end of chapter 10.) Anyway, don't take this story seriously -- just sit back and enjoy it. It has a sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3032621/1/The_Hunt_For_Harry_Potter The Hunt for Harry Potter]]'', which isn't ''quite'' as good in my opinion, but is still fun to read.
** The writing is amateurish, but the plot is original and engaging, the [=OCs=] interesting, and the humor spot-on.
** lanky adds: The more the story goes on, the less entertaining it gets, I found. It's an interesting read, but Harry quickly becomes a [[spoiler: BoringInvincibleHero when he stops being mistaken for a huge, powerful badass and actually becomes one. Especially after the story abandons humor to take the serious route.]] Honestly, the story could have been a lot better had it just stuck to the premise. It's still worth a read, however.
[=[[reviews:MakeAWish]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4343191/1/Warriors_Heir Warrior's Heir]]'' by Osireia (AU)
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry is thrown into a world where purebloods are discriminated against, Tom Riddle is the Boy Who Lived, and the Dark Lord...is someone he'd never suspect. Will his emerging abilities be enough? Should he support Riddle -- or the Dark Lord?
* ''Comments'': This is a unique AU in which Harry has been thrown into another dimension by conditions out of his control. It starts out after Book 6 but before Harry leaves Privet Drive. It starts abruptly with Harry attempting to both get some dueling experience and get money for his mysteriously rapid-changing vision. Gets better as it goes along and the author updates monthly.
[=[[reviews:WarriorsHeir]]=]
The ''Alexandra Quick'' series by Inverarity: ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3964606/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Thorn_Circle the Thorn Circle]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684861/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Lands_Below the Lands Below]]'', and ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5784632/1/Alexandra_Quick_and_the_Deathly_Regiment the Deathly Regiment]]'' (Very completely AU)
* Recommended by [=FrankRonaldOrion=], @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': This story has next to nothing to do with the characters in the ''HarryPotter'' series; it has everything to do with the ''HarryPotter'' world. Set in the United States, where the Confederation, a government in political turmoil, has problems with revolutionaries and warring cultures. It focuses on Alexandra Quick, a Muggle-born girl who goes to Charmbridge Academy and discovers a lot about not only magic and the wizarding world, but about herself as well.
* ''Comments'': If you liked ''Hogwarts Houses Divided'' by the same author you will most definitely like this one. The setting feels natural and sucks you in, and the characters are memorable and detailed. The first two stories are complete, but a third is on the way. I really hope he goes on to finish the entire series with seven stories total; ''Alexandra Quick'' is a lot more than fanfiction. In fact, it's closer to the ''StarWars'' novels set in earlier eras with less Lucas guidance than it is to fanfiction. Got me teary eyed near the end of the second one, too.
** White Hat: It is good to know I am not the only one who got teary eyed. An excellent version of Wizarding America, though definitely not how I would have done it.
** @/ShayGuy: I just read the first one, and I'm not seeing any AU. But I would like to note that in ''HP'' canon, transfiguring people into animals alters their minds considerably, and I'm not entirely sure [[spoiler:the Fidelius Charm]] works that way. Nevertheless, the fact that I blazed through it in one night when I should've either been sleeping or doing homework says a lot about it.
** Blufox: I fell in love with the series from the first chapter of ''Thorn Circle.'' It's riveting, and I have yet to see any proof that any of the characters are {{Mary Sue}}s, a sign of a great story, especially since every character is original. Inverarity has started on the third book of the series, ''Deathly Regiment,'' which really focuses on [[spoiler:Alex's reaction to Max's death]]. Personally, I vote on Alex having her own trope page.
** Khajmer: I love Inverarity's style. It's very reminiscent to me of J.K. in the delivery, but in terms of the content it's much more thought provoking. There is no clear black or white, plenty of wash of gray. The way The Lands Below ended had me in tears, and the Deathly Regiment had some serious philosophical implications that set me to thinking. Beyond that, I particularly love the way Inverarity takes similar character developing situations to Harry Potter and shows how Alexandra, an entirely different character, goes through them (for example, [[spoiler: her insistence in Deathly Regiment on finding a way to bring Max back versus Harry's steady acceptance of Sirius dying]]) All in all I give it a big thumbs up and second Blufox's motion for her own page.
[=[[reviews:AlexandraQuick]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3625984/1/A_Place_for_Warriors A Place For Warriors]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~owlsaway owlsaway]]
* Recommended by @/{{Sharysa}}
* ''Synopsis'': A fifteen-chapter BottleEpisode begins as Dumbledore [[LockedInARoom locks Harry and Snape in the Room of Requirement]] for a week, and as the focus on Snape and Harry's interaction is very tight even after they manage to get out, the cast is still less than ten people. The author mentions that it is not, nor will it ever be, slash. Work-in-progress.
* ''Comments'': The explosive mesh of "screwed-up-teenager" plus "screwed-up-adult" strikes a very weird but audible chord, and Dumbledore is presented as a flawed human rather than an emotionless chessmaster. The interactions between Snape and Harry are excrutiatingly powerful once they realize their similarities, and this is twenty-five chapters of TalkingHeads that you will not resist reading out loud. And that friend you rope into reading with you won't mind, either.
** @/ShayGuy: Excellent characterization indeed, but be warned that it falls into the common fanfic trap of overdoing the Dursleys' abuse. (I mean, really, [[spoiler:Harry considering suicide at age seven]]?)
[=[[reviews:APlaceForWarriors]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5441775/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Dagger_of_Foreboding The Dagger of Foreboding]]'' by Lord Drash
* Recommended by The Omegod
* ''Synopsis'': A supposed AU of the Harry Potter series with the characters searching for the above-mentioned, Dagger of Foreboding.
* ''Comments'': Honestly this is nearly impossible to describe. It is probably one of, if not the most hilarious fanfic ever made for several reasons. First, it's written in an awkward style rife with inconsistencies and contradictions and can be a biting parody of Harry Potter fanfiction as a whole. Oh, and it has the best similes ever.
[=[[reviews:TheDaggerOfForeboding]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2697521/1/The_Brave_New_World The Brave New World]]'', by 'bellerophon30'
* Recommended by Chuckg
* ''Premise:'' After year 5, Harry Potter hits the limit of his frustration and flees to Magical America to continue his schooling. Interweaves SliceOfLife as Harry and a cast of [=OCs=] become friends and come of age at the Great Lakes Magical Institute, and wartime and espionage drama as events in England conspire to draw Harry back into the war against Voldemort.
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/[=OC=]
* ''Comments:'' This fic has one of the best portrayals of Rufus Scrimgeour as a competent, intelligent, politically adept and thoroughly ruthless Minister of Magic I've seen in Harry Potter fic. The cast of [=OCs=] is well-detailed and developed, and Harry's [=OC=] girlfriend avoids the obvious pitfalls. Although Ron Hermione have the hardest time adjusting to Harry's sudden absence, no character gets RonTheDeathEater treatment -- not even Manipulative!Dumbledore, who is built up over the fic into an antagonist figure second only to Voldemort in Harry's view, only to have a shocking twist ending to his saga. At over 865,000 words, the author spends a ''tremendous'' amount of effort detailing his version of Magical America, the events of the war against Voldemort, and the political machinations surrounding Harry Potter, Scrimgeour, Dumbledore, and the Wizengamot. Contains everything from romantic comedy to technothriller espionage drama. Ends on its own personal 'in the far future' epilogue/happy ending. Goes heavily AU in some elements, most notably in the split between Voldemort and Greyback, the lack of horcruxes, the AlternateCharacterInterpretation of Dumbledore, and a significantly more intelligent and dangerous Peter Pettigrew. Highly recommended.
** mvdwege: Tentatively recommended. The Harry vs. the Order of the Phoenix dynamic is interesting, and fairly well written. Unfortunately the fic is marred by some bad writing that can be really jarring at times: expository asides that read more like private notes from the author to themselves, stilted dialogue, awkward paragraph breaks, and a romantic subplot that really does not develop at all, but is just stated to happen in about one chapter's worth of prose.
[=[[reviews:TheBraveNewWorld]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3676590/1/Unequivocally_Unusual Unequivocally Unusual]]'', by Quantum Cat
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Synopsis'': Fate kicks Harry in the teeth in his second year when Ron and Hermione are both petrified by the basilisk. With the rest of the school villifying him worse than ever and nobody left to turn to, Harry begins to break down... until coincidince throws him a bone. A rather ''loony'' bone.
* ''Comments'': Now here's something you don't see every day; a Harry/Luna ''friendship'' fic. No soul bonds, no "twu wuv!", and no use of ObfuscatingStupidity to turn Luna into a PossessionSue. A very engaging take on what it would take for these two to hit it off and what happens when you mix Lovegood-brand insanity into Harry's usual adventures. Highly recommended, but it seems to be dead; it's been on hiatus since April of '09.
[=[[reviews:UnequivocallyUnusual]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5554780/ Poison Pen]]'', by Genkai Fan
* Recommended By @/{{Mandrke}}, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': "Harry has had enough of seeing his reputation shredded in the Daily Prophet and decides to do something about it. Only he decides to embrace his Slytherin side to rectify matters." As quoted from the author's page.
* ''Comments'': It has its ups and downs but the overall story has enough twists and turns to keep you interested. The plot revolves around the wizarding world's reaction to the writings of one "Oliver Twist" during the summer between the 4th and 5th book and goes on from there. It brings up some good points about how stupid the wizarding world can be, especially during wartime. It's also a finished work with the author ruling out sequels or side stories, so what you see is all you'll get.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2686464/1/To_Fight_The_Coming_Darkness To Fight The Coming Darkness]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by lanky
* ''Synopsis'': Susan Bones was with Amelia Bones when Voldemort came to kill her. Unfortunately for him, Harry was there to stop him. Essentially, the story diverges rapidly after the events of the fifth book, with Harry managing to catch Voldemort off of his guard and injuring him. This enrages Harry's powerful foe into taking him completely seriously, causing [[RealityEnsues reality to ensue]].
* ''Comments'': This story rapidly gets darker and darker as it progresses, with both Harry and Voldemort not pulling their punches. While jbern's work is always leaning towards cynicism on the sliding scale, this work takes AnyoneCanDie to new levels and develops some characters into quite believable monsters. This is a world where Voldemort becomes very DangerouslyGenreSavvy, forcing Harry to ditch being TheMessiah in order to examine [[WhatYouAreInTheDark exactly how far he's willing to go to beat Voldemort]] and to discover the simple truth that GoodIsNotNice. Brilliantly written, as always, and it gets bonus points for lots and lots of CharacterDevelopment, not all of which is good for the characters involved.
** Unseen Voice: Really good story with a believable real-world-approach to the Wizards War. There are no true heroes in this story, just survivors who are ready to do anything it takes to win, leading to an egregious amount of WhatTheHellHero moments. I disliked the BitterSweetEnding with hints of a sequel, but that's just my preference of reading stories with a definite closure. A good read.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6069847/2/My_Immortal_Refined My Immortal Refined]]'' by Evilkritter of Youtube
* Recommended By @/MacPhisto
* ''Synopsis:'' A brave soul attempts to rewrite ''MyImmortal''... '''[[BeyondTheImpossible with all the grammatical mistakes corrected!!]]'''
* ''Comments:'' This is better than an episode of ''MysteryScienceTheater3000''!
[=[[reviews:MyImmortalRefined]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5378440/1/The_Potions_Masters_Nephew The Potions Master's Nephew]]''
* Recommended By: Kittastrophe
* ''Synopsis'': An accident occurs and Professor Snape finds himself trapped in his fifteen-year-old body. Enrolled into Harry Potter's fifth year, he is forced to hide his true identity. Girls, drama and teenage angst do not bode well with Severus.
* ''Comments'': Probably my favourite "FountainOfYouth" fic. The writing is beautifully done and the plot development is excellent. It eventually contains some Draco/Ginny (well-written, I add). It looked like a deadfic for a while, but when the author eventually finished it, the edited version was put up all at once. Anyway, excellent characterization, and who doesn't want to read youthified!Snape? It's fun!
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/150716/1/The_Serpent_of_Lord_Voldemort The Serpent of Lord Voldemort]]'' by Angie Astravic
* Recommended by @/{{Leradny}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry can turn into a snake. This power saves him when Voldemort turns up at Privet Drive and blows up the (empty) Dursley's house -- instead of killing Harry on sight, Voldemort just thinks he's a real snake who can recognize Harry Potter, and takes him prisoner.
* ''Comments'': Voldemort has some of the oddest yet most in-character [[PetTheDog Pet The Snake]] moments ''EVER.''
** This fic is the fourth in a series of fics: [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/26790/1/An_Unwelcome_Visitor An Unwelcome Visitor]], [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/21522/1/Under_the_Rose_Bush Under the Rose Bush]], [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/59464/1/The_Serpent The Serpent]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1260679/1/ Realizations]]'' by Wishweaver.
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis'': A ''HarryPotter'' fic set in the summer after ''Goblet of Fire'' -- Harry comes back from Hogwarts to discover the Dursleys have packed up and moved to Australia without telling him, and he must find a way to survive the summer without unnecessarily alarming anyone.
* ''Comments'': Incomplete, but not a DeadFic despite the long period between chapters -- the latest chapter was posted (after a two-year hiatus) in November, 2010.
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''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/pittsburghmuggle/MM01a.html Magical Moments]]'' by Pittsburghmuggle. Sexual imagery and discussion, but '''no actual sex''' by or between the characters. Erotic issues at the very least, though. Set bettween ''Goblet of Fire'' and ''Order of the Phoenix'', which is when it was written.
* ''Pairings:'' None. No romance ahead.
* ''Synopsis:'' Following some information given to him by his brothers, Ron Weasley takes Harry Potter to sneak into a store in Diagon Alley catering to adult wizard clientele. A friend joins them at the last moment, and there is a thrilling escape involved when the owners arrive to open the store for the day.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1698919/1/The_Founders_Pendants The Founder's Pendants]]'', by Spiral Digger
* Recommended by Oracle Seven, Fenro
* ''Synopsis'': The spirit of Salazar Slytherin has been released into an unwilling Snape and as the charismatic Founder takes charge of his body, Severus discovers the only way to regain control is through his own Slytherin cunning.
* ''Comments'': A definite AU that diverges rather forcefully from the main plot of the books in the first chapter. Salazar comes across as a MagnificentBastard right from the beginning, and it only gets better as the story continues.
** There are so few well-written Founder Fics out there. It is good to see one that is enjoyable.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2829366/1/ Dimension Hopping For Beginners]]'', by nonjon
* Recommended by @/KhymChanur
* ''Synopsis'': After defeating Voldemort, Harry travels to other universes and helps them with their Voldemort problems.
* ''Comments'': Several of the universes are serious, but most of them are comedic. Contains bashing of Draco, Snape, and Harry/Draco.
[=[[reviews:DimensionHoppingForBeginners]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1285&chapno=1 Sounds Like a Breakfast Cereal]]'' by Ara Kane
* Recommended by @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': In his fifth year, Harry finally gets to take a vacation. Join Hex Holmstrom as he dodges arrest from the Ministry, gets the girl, beats the bad guy, and turns Hufflepuff House upside down! This story was written prior to the release of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
* ''Comments'': I like this one because it takes the badfic staple of "American witch/wizard comes to Hogwarts," and keeps the core idea (let's follow someone new and different and see all their wacky fun adventures!) but sorts the [=OC=] into Hufflepuff, a house which sorely ''needs'' some wacky fun adventures. It's probably not for everyone, though.
[=[[reviews:SoundsLikeABreakfastCereal]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/after_the_rain/HBMDL01a.html Happy Birthday Mr. Dark Lord]]'' by After the Rain
* Recommended by Valjean, @/ShadowAI
* ''Synopsis'': Lord Voldemort announces that he's going to celebrate his birthday with Sugar Quills, Pin-the-Beak-on-the-Hippogriff, and Death Eaters in hula skirts. Has he finally lost his mind, or is somebody crazy like a fox?
* ''Comments:'' Achieves what all short pieces should strive for -- packing a lot of meaning into a few paragraphs. Starts out sounding like a hilarious, highly random crackfic, twists into what seems to be a great light-hearted humor piece, and finally whiplashes at the end into [[spoiler: one of the most horrifically bleak, dark, gut-wrenching, tragic slaps in the face this troper has ever read.]] The simple, two-word line [[spoiler: ''"They won't."'' hurts like punch in the stomach.]]
[=[[reviews:HappyBirthdayMrDarkLord]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1245134/1/Winters_Debt# Winter's Debt]]'' by La Guera.
* Recommended by Eoppen.
* ''Synopsis'': [[spoiler: Draco Malfoy]] tells the story of the little sister he found he had, and ''why'' she had to be hidden from the world.
* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have no soul.
[=[[reviews:WintersDebt]]=]
''[[http://www.doyourthing.org/glock/gghpfic/marshmallow.html Marshmallows]]'' by Glockgal
* Recommended by Wookiee
* ''Synopsis:'' Summer with the Weasleys. Harry and friends go camping, and bring some muggle marshmallows along. Set in the summer after fourth year, written before Order of the Phoenix came out.
* ''Comments:'' Possibly the most beautiful piece of fanfiction this troper has read in her life, in any fandom. The powerful but understated characterization, the surprising drops of darkness and angst mixed with the strong, homey, familial tone, and the simple, childlike emotions were enough to bring tears to her eyes. The style is brief, but too descriptive to truly be called sparse. The various events are full of unanalyzed meaning that are addressed by the characters' reactions and never explained by an omniscient author, giving it the feeling of poetry and lingering in the reader's mind long after the story is finished.
[=[[reviews:Marshmallows]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2027554/1/In_Blood_Only In Blood Only]]'' by E.M. Snape
* Recommended by Fenro, lanky
* ''Pairing(s)'': none
* ''Synopsis'': Snape is Harry's father. No one is happy to hear it. R due to colorful language, dark themes, and nongraphic violence.
* ''Comments'': This is one of the best Severitus Challenge fics out there. This story is complete. See [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/123967/Severitus Severitus]] for challenge details.
** lanky adds: This is one of those stories that seems too silly to truly enjoy, and then it turns around and surprises you. Though the author pulls no punches and makes sure that we all know people suck, he adds in some truly poignant scenes which help to characterize the growing relationship between Harry and Snape. It's all topped by the fact that there's truly wonderful writing going on with this story, and again, the author pulls no punches: The duo hate one another even after the revelation, and it takes chapters and chapters before they even begin to stand one another, let alone begin to bond in any way.
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''[[http://www.cosforums.com/cosarchive/showthread.php?t=25614 Fire Burns]]'' by Purple Banana/Parnopius
* Recommended by skysong8, Aerin Alanna
* ''Synopsis'': Set in Marauder time, seventh year, but centered around the Slytherins. Second in the trilogy (Carpe Diem, Fallen Angel). Currently being revised. Revolves around Katherine Riddle (Voldemort's daughter), her friend Remus, and her fellow Slytherins during their seventh year at Hogwarts. Not your traditional OC.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
** Aerin Alanna adds: Snarky, silly, dangerous, enigmatic...it's brilliantly written and extremely believable. There are other fics that go along with it, all of which are on the author's sites at ff.net and Chamber of Secrets.
[=[[reviews:FireBurns]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4400517/1/Ananke Ananke]]'' by Eunike
* Recommended by [=FatRat=], @/TenderLumpling, Fenro
* ''Pairings'': Severus Snape/Lily Evans
* ''Synopsis'': An accident sends the nineteen-year-old Lily Evans eighteen years into the future, and a coincidence leads her to her former best friend, Severus Snape. Lost in a terrible world she no longer recognizes, Lily is torn between doing what she is supposed to do, and doing what she thinks is right. Can Lily change her fate, or must she succumb to what was meant to be? Meanwhile, Severus can't believe his own luck when he realizes that he's given another chance to save Lily, and to finally tell her how he really feels -– but is he brave enough to take that chance?
* ''Comments'': sort of AU but fits very well with canon in the Authors own words "time-travel. Tad confusing. Severus is mostly depressed, Lily has an odd sense of humour. Multichaptered and kind of long. Angst! Angst! Glorious angst!"
** Very well-done, especially Lily's reaction to finding herself seventeen years in the future, and her [[HeroicBSOD complete shock]] at how things have unfolded. Still in-progress, but the next chapters will be worth waiting for.
** This is among the best LE/SS fics out there.
[=[[reviews:Ananke]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6245561/1/The_Lies_that_Bind The Lies That Bind]]''
* Recommended by @/{{Willyolio}}
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place mid-HBP and Harry gets captured and tortured for months. Quite a few twists for such a short fic, but it features a Dark!Harry and a good interpretation of the prophecy (''marked as an equal'' and ''power he knows not''). Also has a satisfying, but unhappy, ending.
[=[[reviews:TheLiesThatBind]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5358187/1/Harsh_Reality Harsh Reality]]'' by Duochan-the-mpregfan
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Marge Dursely has only heard bad things about Harry Potter, she has not had the chance to meet him face to face. The Durselys are going on hoilday and Marge will have to look after a four year old Harry Potter, will she see what lies beneath the lies?
* ''Pairing(s)'': None, it's a Family/Hurt/Comfort fic focusing on a much nicer Aunt Marge and Harry.
* ''Comments'': Still in progress and will make your heart melt. This fic makes Marge a nicer, more caring character than she is in canon. Each chapter is a day Harry spent in her home while the Durselys are on holiday.
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[[folder: PeggySue Fics]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2636963/1/ Nightmares of Future Past]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~starkan Starkan]] (a.k.a. [[http://www.viridiandreams.net/ Viridian]])
* Now has [[FanFic/HarryPotterAndTheNightmaresOfFuturesPast its own trope page]].
* Recommended by @/{{MuchGoodLittleTime}}, @/YoAdrian, Chuckg, Elenor, Psalm of Fire, White Hat, Clendy82, @/RitiTroll, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, [=WarriorDrgnMage=]
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter does a PeggySue -- by sending his memories into the past to his younger self. ''All'' of them.
* ''Comments'': The twists and rapid AdaptationDecay that occur due to his meddling (and the annoying force of Fate apparently working to keep events more-or-less close to canon through the ending of book 6) make for one very gripping read.
** Seconded by @/YoAdrian: Very, ''very'' good fic, compellingly written, and the characters are very true to their canon selves, surprisingly. Ginny, especially, is wonderfully done. It's hard to come up with detailed recommendations regarding this fic's good points, because there's just so many of them.
** Thirded by Chuckg: This is a truly exceptional work, written by an author who understands subtlety and balance. PeggySue Harry is neither a GodModeSue ''nor'' cursed to know that FailureIsTheOnlyOption. So few PeggySue fics can avoid both pitfalls so skilfully.
** Can you fourth-ed something I wonder? Elenor would like to support this fic at any rate.
** Psalm of Fire: I also throw in my full recommendation. This is a compelling piece of work. On top of what the others have said I say his effort into portraying the psychological aftereffects due to what the future Harry has gone through are excellent and authentic throughout the work. But it's also a well achieved balance, as Harry's pseudo form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder does not suck the joy out of reading or bog down the story.
** White Hat: I highly recommend this, the plot is solid, the characterizations are excellent, the writing style flows in such a way that its hard to stop reading. Definitely something I recommend.
** Clendy82: Probably one of the best fanfics I have read so far. If you're familiar with the author's work on ''[[FanficRecs/{{Naruto}} Team 8]]'', then you know what to expect. The only complaint I have is a complaint common to almost every PeggySue fanfic known to man: The main character just acts too damn mature for any intelligent adult not to notice. The author covers it quite well, with other characters attributing it to his rough childhood and Harry's cover story of reading many books on topics he should have no knowledge of, but when Dumbledore buys into it, you know somebody's been issuing the entire supporting cast...I won't say [[IdiotBall Idiot Balls]]. More like Idiot Marbles. Instances like [[spoiler: Harry (age 11) walking into Gringott's, making an appointment with the executor of his estate, and arranging for Vernon Dursley and family to endure financial setbacks TheCountOfMonteCristo would have been proud of, not to mention discussing possible assassination with a straight face]] tend to send up a red flag. The story avoids this pitfall better than most; perhaps better than any, but I don't think it's possible to avoid it completely. Despite this one pet peeve, the story is top-notch, with the new timeline being altered in ways that elicit at least one case of FridgeBrilliance per chapter. My personal favorite being [[spoiler: after Peter Pettigrew's capture before the start of second term. In the original timeline, Ron and Hermione get into arguments over Hermione's cat, Crookshanks, constantly being on the hunt for Ron's rat. However, now that said rat was revealed to be...well...a rat, Ron is in the market for a new pet. Preferably one specifically crossbred for intelligence and the ability to detect malicious intent...]] Brilliant. Highly recommended.
** Eighted (if I counted right) by [=PhoenixFTW=]. Amazing plot, and awesome character development. I could fill a whole page with how brilliant the story is. But I'll use just 2 lines. Seriously, this guy is awesome.
** The only reason Harry is able to get away with his maturity is by being careful in who he displays it to. Peripheral characters like Gringotts Goblins and Dobby, he can tell them pretty much anything. Other characters he has to be careful, poking and prodding them subtly. As for Dumbledore, he is forced to adopt a bitter semi-antagonistic relationship with, solely so that Dumbledore won't be able to investigate without fear of pushing Harry away irrevocably.
** @/RitiTroll: I love this story, but it seems like Viridian's having trouble with coming up with the next chapter. Guess it's because he's changed it so much.
** [=WarriorDrgnMage=]: If you choose one Harry Potter FanFic to read, I recommend this one. In addition to the things that my fellow tropers have said, I would like to add how much good [=NoFP=] Harry has done for Luna and Neville. There are others that Harry has helped but these two are the ones he has helped the most. To balance this out Harry has made somethings much worse. Namely his treatment and actions towards Professor Severus Snape and Draco Malfoy. For further balancing, we have Harry's relationship with Dumbledore and [=McGonagall=]. Harry's relationship with the former is... strained...at best, particularly in Harry's second year. Instead of being close to the Headmaster, Harry's 'staff mentor' seems to be [=McGonagall=]. This idea seems to be based mainly on Harry's conviction that her stern facade is just a front as well as the fond memory of [=McGonagall=] facing Umbridge down in defense of Harry becoming an Auror in [=OotP=].
** Pyrix: While I would recommend this Snape seems a tad out of character in his anger, being almost over the top, such as [[spoiler:threatening to snap Hermione's mudblood wand.]]
[=[[reviews:NightmaresOfFuturePast]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4101650/1/Backward_With_Purpose Backward With Purpose]]'' by Deadwoodpecker
* Recommended by @/ShayGuy, Jack Butler, Lavanya Six, Clendy82, Amdijefri, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry, Ron, and Ginny all go back as the last survivors of the war, but find that things aren't quite as they remember them. It turns out that [[spoiler:there's ''another'' time traveler running around, who by the end of the story has made over half a dozen trips]]. ''Note:'' Moves the SlidingScaleOfIdealismVersusCynicism several notches towards cynicism (though not nearly as far as ''[=NoFP=]'' or ''DAYD''), and is thus much more violent than the original.
* ''Comments'': May be the only ''HarryPotter'' PeggySue that's actually ''better'' than ''Nightmares of Futures Past.'' ''Deathly Hallows''-compliant. Well-planned out, and reads [[OriginalFlavour very much like Rowling's style]], save for the occasional profanity and the willingness to include sexual content and references. And those don't really get in the way of the story at all.
** The sequel is now complete, and a third story has been begun. If this is to be classified as a FanVerse, I vote for calling it the "Alwaysverse," after the ArcWords "always and always."
** Jack Butler: This troper was the primary editor/beta-reader for this story, and I've got to tell you, the hoops the author jumped through to get it all right... you would honestly not believe the differences between first draft and the final product.
** Lavanya Six: All the above said is right on, but let me just add that this fic was the first one to ever make me like the character of Ginny and believe in the Harry/Ginny ship. Also, Deadwoodpecker's ability to plot is ''insane''.
** Clendy82: Very well written and definitely comparable to Nightmare of Future's Past. There are just a couple of things keeping it from being truly great. The premise of the PeggySue is used much too potently. In [=NoFP=], future!Harry merges with his past self, creating an almagram of both their personalities and skills. But here, the future personalities completely take over. Leaving aside the issue of, well, basically killing off their younger selves, it puts a complete roadblock on any further character development on their part. It's incredibly jarring to the suspension fo disbelief to picture an eleven-year-old Harry speaking with forty years of experience, out-knowledge-ing Dumbledore and Snape at their own game, and so forth. In addition, the story falls into a trap common to many PeggySue fics, and that is to have the protagonists become much more pro-active, with the antagonists becoming reactive. Despite the fact that Death Eaters are dropping left and right, the yearly storylines proceed mostly on schedule with little adaptation. I really hate sounding like I'm bashing this story, because I'm not. It's quite well written and there are hints and peeks of a great overarching storyline; it's just that when you see the potential lying there in plain sight, that the aforementioned flaws become that much more apparent. Highly recommended.
** Amdijefri: A brilliant twist on the PeggySue -- I don't know if it's original to this fic, but it was new to me. Completely obvious in retrospect. I should have spotted [[spoiler:the existence of a Merlin]] ''much'' sooner.
** Psalm of Fire: The fic is swiftly paced in many places, making me feel as if I'm just reading the highlight real, and ponderous in other where Harry spends his time stressing over the same issues. It does strike a happy medium semi-regularly though.
*** The writing itself is peppered with over-explanations ("That's rediculus, your driving me crazy," he said, annoyed) and adverbs. Grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spacing, all are very good.
*** The Dialog is good, and almost entirely in-character.
*** Frequent flashbacks to horrible times are hard to read -- like the awful cough medicine your supposed to take because it's ''good'' for you so that you might appreciate the story more. I've been conditioned to cringe every time I see italics.
*** But my mind breaks at the way he treats causality. So let me get this straight, your great plan was to [[spoiler: let the glance=kill basalisk run around the school with all the people you've loved and come back to save? And you think that every person this basalisk encounters is going to be just as lucky as last time and only ever see the filtered/reflected image of the eyes? And you're willing to risk their deaths, their ''deaths'', when there are alternatives? I would call it lazy writing but the author is ''not'' lazy. Harry went along with this decision, nay, only contested it for Ginny's sake as if she were the only one at risk.]] At that point my suspension of disbelief shattered into many little pieces on the floor. It just seems so... heartless, unintentional though it may be.
*** Also, if we're going to compare this to Nightmares of Future Past it is important to mention that [=S'TarKan=] writes on a very emotional level, ladling it up thickly for one scene or another. [=BwaP=] strives to incorporate emotion and does, but the individual moments I've encountered [[up to chapter 9]] have never had as much build/preparation or payoff. Don't level such expectations against this fic, lest you forget to enjoy it.
*** Perhaps the author wasn't creating a bunch of "take that"s at [=NoFP=]. But if you don't like Harry's approach in [=NoFP=], this more inclusion oriented approach may be for you.
*** '''Conclusion:''' I recommend you read it, but also that you keep your expectations reserved. A lot more love and effort went into this than much of what you will find, and for that I must give full props to the author though I remain reserved on the fic. Good work, DWP.
[=[[reviews:BackwardWithPurpose]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1594791/1/Backwards_Compatible Backwards Compatible]]'' by Ruskbyte
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry comes back from the summer after Sirius' death with a new attitude, a ''lot'' more information, a talent for mixing technology and magic -- and a strange accessory: a mysterious device he calls "Father" which never leaves his side, appears to be sentient... and possesses power beyond anything ever seen by the Wizarding World.
* ''Comments'': Gives the standard ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue implementation an interesting, nasty little twist. Unfortunately, just when things start getting ''really'' interesting, it [[DeadFic stops cold]] -- it hasn't been updated since 2005.
** Seconded by @/{{Dor}}. There are definite influences from the ''{{Terminator}}'' series, including multiple {{shout out}}s, but it's not ''quite'' a {{Crossover}}. If only the author would finish it, instead of [[AttentionDeficitCreatorDisorder starting new stories]].
[=[[reviews:BackwardsCompatible]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4068153/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Wastelands_of_Time Harry Potter and the Wastelands of Time]]'' and its sequel "[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6325846/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Heartlands_of_Time Harry Potter and the Heartlands of Time]]" by joe6991
* Recommended by @/ShadowAI, @/LooneyToons, @/MaybeYesMaybeNo, Fiddlesoup, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': A Time-Travel Fic in which Harry is stuck in a GroundhogDayLoop that spans several decades and in which he has lost all the people he has loved to Voldemort dozens of times over, and is trying once again to stop Voldemort before he ruins the world. Only this time around, things aren't going exactly as he remembers them... Complete, and the sequel is on its second chapter.
* ''Comments'':
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded; but part of what makes this fic interesting is Harry finding himself -- for the first time in longer than he can remember -- unable to predict what is going to happen next, as some unknown force has taken it upon itself to interfere with his endless looping through time.
** @/MaybeYesMaybeNo: Thirded; This is a time travel story taken to the absolute possible maximum. I use an alternate ending personally and I still say it's the best piece of writing I have ever seen.
** @/USABobcat: Fourthed; This is [[CrowningMomentofFunny hilarious]], [[CrowningMomentofAwesome awesome]], and [[NightmareFuel mindracking insane]] all at once. Harry is human, reacts with horror to sights that are sentimental to him, and loves his quotes and songs. His response to a [[spoiler: Ancient Daemon]]?
--->'''Harry''': "I done told you once, you sonofabitch, I'm the best that's ever been!"
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheWastelandsOfTime]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4536005/1/Oh_God_Not_Again Oh God Not Again!]]'' by Sarah1281
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Darkaros}}, [=MKGR=]
* ''Synopsis'': So maybe everything didn't work out perfectly for Harry. Still, most of his friends survived, he'd gotten married, and was about to become a father. If only he'd have stayed away from the Veil, he wouldn't have had to go back and do everything ''again''.
* ''Comments'':
** Also recommended. The story starts off as a satire with a tongue in cheek view of the story, but it quickly drops down to parody as Harry does increasingly... "awesome" things. This doesn't make it less funny, but you can tell that the author's putting less emphasis on storyline at this point. This might have more to do with Year Three's complete lack of plot and Harry bypassing every obstacle he faces with ease, but it's an interesting take.
** Fourthed! A good break from the angsty, detestable super-Harry of most of these, instead introducing a hilarious, wholly ridiculous super-Harry that is much less punchable. The author is well-versed in Peggy Sue fics (she has a bunch of them) and avoids many of the pitfalls (especially those that make the protagonist annoying as hell).
[=[[reviews:OhGodNotAgain]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4655545/1/Reunion Reunion]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis:'' A parody of PeggySue fics, starring Harry, Hermione, Luna, and Susan Bones as the returnees. They're on a mission to take the timeline and tie it into a pretzel. In-progress.
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Hermione/Luna/Susan, Sirius/Professor Sinistra
* ''Comments:'' Comedy in the same vein as 'Make A Wish', which makes sense as it's the same author. Features Harry as a [[strike:crazed gunman]] ''assassin'' and Dobby the Cleaner. A hilarious romp through all the various fanfic cliches, blowing them up hither and yon.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. The Blot's writing is not as primitive in this story -- he's learning as he goes -- so it's a little easier to enjoy. And it still has that strong current of over-the-top-WTF going on. Unlike ''Make A Wish'', though, he's still too early in the story for us to see if there's an overarching direction to the plot, or if it's just chaos for the sake of chaos.
[=[[reviews:Reunion]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3693052/1/Back_Again_Harry Back Again, Harry?]]'' by [=JediButtercup=]
* Recommended by @/EvilMidnightLurker, @/ShayGuy
* ''Synopsis'': A most unusual PeggySue fic, one that refuses the usual powerups and exceptional maturity in favor of sending Harry back ''from his visit to Kings Cross Station'' in ''Deathly Hallows'' to a certain night spent staring into the Mirror of Erised.
* ''Comments'': Extremely well thought out and executed. Unfortunately it hasn't updated in almost a year, having not yet made it to the end of ''Philosopher's Stone''... but the author plans to resume writing sometime around October 2009. Why, look what month it is! ...And J.B. was only a couple of weeks off, it's updated. :)
** @/ShayGuy: Possibly the most in-character PeggySue I've ever seen, certainly the most I've seen in ''HarryPotter'' fic.
[=[[reviews:BackAgainHarry]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3155057/1/Altered_Destinies Altered Destinies]]'' by [=DobbyElfLord=]
* Recommended by White Hat, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry has defeated Voldemort, but it was a costly victory. Aberforth Dumbledore presents a plan to go back and kill the infant Riddle, but Harry will have to stay there 10 years. Can Harry alter the wizarding world's destiny? WWII and Grindelwald.
* ''Comments'': Very good time travel fic. Harry goes back in time to kill an infant Voldemort but faces complications. Lots of interesting things happen along the way. There are a fair amount of minor typos a decent editor would have fixed and it suffers from the Written-Before-''Deathly-Hallows'' Syndrome, so even before Harry's arrival it's an AU. But if you can accept those things, I think you'll really enjoy it. Now completed, with a sequel -- ''Balanced Destinies'' -- in progress.
[=[[reviews:AlteredDestinies]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5453054/1/His_Own_Man His Own Man]]'' by Crunchysunrises
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': At the spectral King's Cross station in ''Deathly Hallows'', Harry makes a different choice; disgusted by Dumbledore's machinations, he sends himself back in time to just before his first year. A fiercely independent Harry with complete foreknowledge of the next seven years then dives head-first into the Wizarding World, seeking to disrupt both Voldemort ''and'' Dumbledore's plans. However, his efforts to reshape the future may just make things worse when his actions cause the events of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban'' to all take place simultaneously during his first year.
* ''Comments'': A different approach to the classic ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue, well-written and cleverly playing with and subverting many of the usual conventions of the subgenre. ''Deathly Hallows''-compliant (at least up until Harry's "death"), which means he understands Snape and Malfoy far better, and which in turn means different relationships with each. Features a very pragmatic (yet oddly sympathetic and even vulnerable) Harry who doesn't feel obligated to preserve even the Golden Trio intact if it means his goals will be reached that much faster. 21 chapters as of the end of 2009 and still going strong; highly recommended.
** @/UncloudedTJ: This story starts off the same as ''Back Again, Harry?'' above, but quickly takes it along a very different path. Harry is very, very mistrusting of Dumbledore and for very good reasons in this fic. The only complaint that is commonly addressed is Harry's openness of his abilities, the author defends this with the claims that wizards aren't logical and no one has thought to directly ask Harry about this... '''yet'''.
** I'm sorry, I really don't want to sound rude but, I would never recommend this, it is horribly OOC, Harry basically says "Screw this." and goes back. He is portrayed as somewhat of a brat and arrogant, Narcissa basically says "I'm your cousin" out of nowhere, and I really would not recommend this to anyone.
[=[[reviews:HisOwnMan]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4905771/1/A_Mother_In_Laws_Love A Mother In Law's Love]]'' by Perspicacity
* Recommended by [=AbelInversion=]
* ''Synopsis'': Distraught over Ginny's death in the final battle, Harry gambles desperately and travels back in time to set things right. Unfortunately, not everything goes as planned. A twist on the classic Soul Bond tale. A cross between PeggySue and crackfic, this farce of a time-travel novella features a hapless Harry, for whom nothing seems to go as planned. Even his Soul Bond, the one fixture in his life, is messed up in the time travel--it latches onto Molly by mistake. [[HilarityEnsues Hilarity Ensues]]. Complete.
* ''Comments'': A story ripe with Tropes, it's yet another approach to the classic ''Harry Potter'' PeggySue. It's perhaps the only time-travel story where Harry chooses to go back to the end of Book 6. The author has penned a clever, hilarious romp with several turns of plot that the reader won't see coming. The author seems addicted to [[InnocentInnuendo Innocent Innuendo]], but it's done as well as you'll find anywhere. Also employs frequent instances of [[DoubleEntendre Double Entendre]], and [[NakedPeopleAreFunny Naked People Are Funny]]. The protagonist's unwavering, unrequited love for Ginny is balanced by the Universe's insistence that this Just Not Be So. Told in first-person POV, it takes a chapter or so to get going. Once it does, the audacity and ridiculousness don't let up. Highly recommended.
** I change my review, the end makes this no longer a tragedy, just funny as hell. Seriously, well written and funny as hell (just reading the Auror Interview is enough to wet yourself)
** Arguably not a tragedy in the classical sense, so much as employing occasional [[RealityEnsues Reality Ensues]]. If humor is "truth with pain," then this comedy doesn't shy from the latter to humanize the characters.
[=[[reviews:AMotherInLawsLove]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5511855/1/Delenda_Est Delenda Est]]'' by Lord Silvere
* Recommended by Darkholm, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Status'': Ongoing
* ''Synopsis'': Harry is a prisoner, and Bellatrix has fallen from grace. The accidental activation of Bella's treasured heirloom results in another chance for Harry. It also gives him the opportunity to make the acquaintance of the young and enigmatic Bellatrix Black. Marauders-Era.
* ''Comments'': An altogether excellent story. I haven't seen a spelling or grammar error yet while reading it. The characterizations and dialogue are both believable and enthralling. Harry does not automatically become Dumbledore's favorite new person and he isn't handed the DADA position. In fact the closest thing he has to allies are the current heads of the Malfoy and Black families. Bellatrix is not wearing [[DracoInLeatherPants leather pants]] and Harry has to restrain himself from attacking/insulting her several times. Harry is also very tight-lipped about [[TimeTravelTenseTrouble the future/his past]] and couldn't give a rat's ass about preserving the time stream.
** @/UncloudedTJ: This has been a story I've been following for a while and it definately has an interesting and mostly unique plot. The best part is that Harry doesn't know what's going to happen as he's not familiar with most of the events. In addition his appearance and a few of his actions have already shook things up enough that what he does know isn't certain either. Definately recommended.
** Darkholm: Did I mention there was no bashing and Harry doesn't follow the Marauders around like a lost puppy? Those parts have me really excited.
[=[[reviews:DelendaEst]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3735743/1/The_Moment_It_Began The Moment It Began]]'' By Sindie
* Recommended by [=FatRat=], jarell88, @/TenderLumpling, Fenro, Ripheus
* ''Pairing(s):'' Snape/Lily
* ''Synopsis:'' The life of Severus Snape fell apart on that one day in his fifth year. During his death in Deathly hallows, Dumbledore offers him the chance to go back in time to to that fateful day and relive it, giving him the chance to redo that fatal mistake that drove Lily away.
* ''Comments:'' A PeggySue fic with a unique twist for two reasons. Firstly, Severus is the one being sent back in time, not Harry. Secondly, this fic focuses not on using his foreknowledge to win the war, but instead to fix the wreck of his life with his future knowledge. Most of it does not come into play at all[[spoiler: until the later parts of the story, at least]], except that he is extremely mistrustful of Dumbledore, with good reason. This is a Snape/Lily centric fic, it has some heartbreakingly sad moments [[spoiler:Eileen Snape's death]] and it explores very well what would have happened had Severus chosen his friendship with Lily over those of the nastier Slytherins, and remained good friends throughout their lives in Hogwarts.
** This story has a sequel now, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5860832/1/The_bMoment_b_It_Ended The Moment it Ended]]''.
** YourMilageMayVary. The author seems to have nothing to do but go on and on, and the story really seems to slog after the first wedding. And then [[spoiler: Tobias Snape kills Voldemort with a handgun.]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome Oh. My.]] ''[[CrowningMomentOfAwesome God.]]''
* Spooner Wilkins: Loved this fic but was seriously stumped by that one pervasive bump [[spoiler: Did noone else eract to the fact that muggle civilians, I don't care how central to the plot, have access to firearms? This all takes place in the late 70's in the UK of all places, not even the british police had guns on patrol then unless I'm mistaken.]]
** What really sells this fic for [[Tropers/TenderLumpling me]] is the massive amount of CharacterDevelopment; not just from Severus and Lily, but from the Marauders as well. [[spoiler: Except for Peter Pettigrew, but [[KilledOffForReal he has an excuse]].]] There are too many Snape-centric fics out there that are too willing to portray the Marauders as [[CompleteMonster irredeemable]] instead of the extremely immature teenagers they actually were, so to come across a Snapefic that treats them as ''human beings'' is a breath of fresh air.
* Great story, but definite [[YourMileageMayVary YMMV]] on the [[spoiler: Tobias Snape killing Voldemort]] thing. Aside from that, quite well-written, though a few of the Lily and Snape scenes feel repetitive, and Lily is slightly too tolerant of Snape's melancholy at times. The best part about it is that the author is one of the few fanfic writers to have a sensible take on literally every character (although Dumbledore is somewhat more manipulative than in canon, he's basically portrayed as a good guy), INCLUDING the Marauders. The plot is exceptionally well-structured, everybody's in character and has motivations that follow logically from there, and the author doesn't whine ''ad nauseum'' about canon events s/he dislikes. For those reasons alone, easily worth reading.
[=[[reviews:TheMomentItBegan]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1513042/1/Hold_Me_While_Im_Here Hold Me While I'm Here]]'' by Nitte Iz
* Recommended by Shinji117
* ''Synopsis'': Harry 'Patterson' is an exchange student who arrives in Hogwarts at the start of the Marauder's sixth year in Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to describe.
[=[[reviews:HoldMeWhileImHere]]=]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3766574/1/Prince_of_the_Dark_Kingdom Prince of the Dark Kingdom]]'' by Mizuni-sama (AU)
* Recommended by Eccitaze, Elenor, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': A "what if?" story where Harry's parents fled with him to Germany. Voldemort winds up winning the war, and establishes a dictatorship, but instead of killing all the "mudbloods," he simply segregates the wizarding world even further from the muggle world.
* ''Comments'': A VERY interesting fic where Voldemort mentors Harry, with an interesting take on what happened to the characters (specifically, the ones who were on the losing side) and an incredible re-imagining of a lot of the characters, the Weasleys especially.
** Elenor could tell you that it has eveything from culture examinations to political intigue, but that makes it sound like something we've all seen before a hundred times. It's not, its really not. As for how you'll end up feeling about everyone, I think this quote sums it up nicely, "Tonks sighed, and ran a hand through her leopard print hair. She missed the days when you could support your allies with the same enthusiasm you could oppose your enemies."
** @/UncloudedTJ: It's a very long story at that, too. Not the longest fanfiction out there but as it's not completed and at this time it's well over 600,000 words; you have a bit of a commitment if you want to read the whole thing. In perspective that's almost as many words as the ''first five canon books combined''. Overall it is a good story and very different plot than most would suspect going into it.
** @/{{Nornagest}}: This is a frustrating read. It's readable, in fact fairly good, but very obviously inadequately edited; a few more revisions with an effective beta would bring it up to "excellent", but they're unfortunately lacking. A few out-of-place animesque elements don't help.
[=[[reviews:PrinceOfTheDarkKingdom]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3384712/1/The_Lie_Ive_Lived The Lie I've Lived]]'' by jbern
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/FooFighter, boonerunner, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Willyolio}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}, @/HirakuJoutei
* ''Synopsis'': Not all of James died that night. Not all of Harry lived. The Triwizard Tournament as it should have been and a hero discovering who he really wants to be.
* ''Comments'': A very interesting take on what really occurred the night Voldemort attacked. The story involves a vastly expanded Triwizard Tournament at its core and a really spiteful Sorting Hat. Good pacing and a realistic environment lead to some events being a bit of a shock. This story is finished however a sequel is in the works.
** boonerunner: Harry James Potter combines Harry's raw power and James's experience, but he makes his share of significant mistakes and he has trouble relating to the other kids his age. Well written.
*** Your mileage may vary HEAVILY on this. It is without a doubt well-written but the author is a flagrant basher, who villainizes a few characters just to make some scenes work. That is laziness my friends. You want to know what characters he bashes? Krum and the ''Weasley Twins'' of all people. Not the usual victims of [[RonTheDeathEater villianization]] but far from acceptable targets.
** Willyolio: Agreed that this is quite well written. heck, for the triwizard events alone, it's fantastic. There's plenty of other interesting developments, too, and a pretty believable Harry/Fleur romance (thanks in part to James Potter's courtship skills...)
[=[[reviews:TheLieIveLived]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5782108/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Methods_of_Rationality Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2269863/Less_Wrong Less Wrong]] (pseudonym of [[http://yudkowsky.net Eliezer Yudkowsky]])
* Has its own [[FanFic/HarryPotterAndTheMethodsOfRationality page]] now.
* Recommended by Darkloid_Blues, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, Ronfar, Baughn, gg, @/{{Dor}}, jaimeastorga2000, White Hat, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/HydroGlobus, @/{{iamdatroper}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': Petunia married a man other than Vernon Dursley...a scientist. The Harry Potter they raise is bright, bookish, rational, and frustrating beyond all belief to the wizarding world. He starts pointing out the logical fallacies from day one, and never really stops. Looks to be a Ravenclaw!Harry story.
* ''Comments'': Honestly, I never stopped laughing reading this story. There's one [=OC=], Petunia's husband, but he's only there for the plot, and his back-and-forths with Harry and everyone else while they talk about magic range from amusing to hysterical. It gets particularly good when Harry actually goes to Diagon Alley for the first time, as that's when the lampshading really starts. Not very far along yet, but updated regularly.
** @/LooneyToons: Strongly seconded. Chapter five is ''hilarious''. Apparently growing up in a supportive family environment allows Harry to develop some of the troublemaker traits he inherited from James Potter.
** (Unnamed troper at 128.2.101.66): This troper is a decision science major, and can attest to the accuracy and the cleverness of this fic. This is ''not'' going to be a story where a character's "genius" consists of making Black Boxes or pulling off Xanatos Roulettes.
*** Baughn: Being written by an actual genius who ''figured out a lot of the theories in the story himself'' will do that.
*** gg: It's a terrific fanfic, and funny as hell too, but calling Eliezer 'an actual genius' is a bit of exageration though, even taking into account his work on FAI.
*** He did ''not'' figure out the theories in the story himself, seeing as said theories are being taught in the aforementioned decision science major's classes. He'd probably get a better grade than the troper though...
**** I wasn't trying to suggest he figured out all of them. Actually, it might be none of them; I know he's expanded on the field (timeless decision theory, anyone?), but everything in the story seems to be relatively simple.
**** The Timeless Decision Theory seems to be barely existent outside of the places the author publishes, so it may be a little hasty to call him on it.
*** Chapter 10 is perhaps the most epic example of the Hat Sorting scene ever.
** White Hat: Throwing in my recommendation. At first, I thought the story moderately amusing and an interesting idea at first, but the story has begun to deviate more from canon and the deviations are extremely impressive.
** Ayries: Throwing a very enthusiastic rec in, but with the warning that it's maybe not for everyone. I'd also like to point out that in chapter seven, there is a seriously wtf inducing random discussion of rape that seems to have mostly been used as some kind of ill-advised shock value. It's definately not your average fic, or even your average ''story''. But it ''is'' very clever, funny and well written.
*** AS: For that matter, rape is implied at the very least in canon. Deatheaters certainly torture, murder, and rape, even if it's done off screen. Those actions don't come out of the blue. They're based in the kind of thinking and worldview that MOR simply takes the time to spell out directly. The discussion of rape is perfectly fair game and fits in with the theme he's developing throughout -- that the wizarding world (and, to some degree, his own interpretation of it) has some very disturbing ethical aspects in it's structure. Azkaban and the dementors are also discussed, and rightly so, as an abomination. The government itself literally (even if by proxy) tortures it's prisoners into insanity in JKR's created world? WTF! That isn't a massive human rights violation? He makes a valid point that JKR did not carefully think about the implications of everything she wrote. And even in JKR's books, as Harry grows up, the naive wonder he felt in book one is tempered over time by the discoveries he makes that the wizarding world has at least as many problems as the muggle one he left -- and probably significantly more trouble, corruption, and injustice, even perpetrated by the 'good' guys.
*** You have mentioned the rape issue, that´s a problem but there are others, in particular Ron and Dumbledore bashing. Now I am not a particular fan of these two, but it´s becoming to be really annoying and happens too often(especially Dumbledore).
**** It doesn't really bash them so much. Harry definitely dismisses Ron at first, but this proves to be a mistake on his part as he's [[spoiler:one of the many high ranking members of Sunshine who lead Hermione to victory in the first battle, redeeming himself completely]]. Meanwhile, Dumbles isn't bashed in the slightest; rather, he's in a conflict with Harry and Quirrel over how the world is or should be. His ideology is based in the wonder of magic, as it is in canon, as well as in the realities of politics. Quirrel is based solely in reality, both in terms of politics and in terms of life itself. Meanwhile, while Harry sees some of the realities of life, he's both idealistic in politics (although as of the most recent chapter he seems to have lost some of that) and about people, even after [[spoiler:seeing Azkaban and knowing that the will of the people caused that, because he still knows that there are people like Hermione in the world who would tear it down in an instant and replace it with a bunny sanctuary.]] The point being, no characters are truly bashed. They're simply given slightly different characters (Draco and Quirrel) or AlternateCharacterInterpretation (Dumbledore and [=McGonagall=]). If anything, the only character bashed is Snape, and that's just because of the confirmation of what we ''all'' suspected from the moment we found out he actually could read minds, that he was using Legilimency on the students.
** lanky: Another enthusiastic recommendation. This Harry basically out-Hermione-ies Hermione. He's logical and actually has some knowledge to back it up. This story is worth the price of admission based on the [=McGonagall=]-Harry interplay alone.
** Jason Carter: Mine as well. It's a stimulating read, and, if you are like myself, you cannot help but look up everything that gets referenced. It's also quite interesting watching what genius!Harry does in the story. Five stars.
** @/LordGacek: To second @/ShadowAI (who zapped his comment for some reason), the premise is interesting, and the {{Thirty Xanatos Pileup}}s are magnificent. And the author does know how to write, too. But... yeah, the almost-neverending strings of AuthorFilibuster make it, in the long run, unreadable for me (comparisons to ''AtlasShrugged'' have been done). Anyway, if you aren't scared off by that, it deserves a try.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheMethodsOfRationality]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2919503/1/Lunas_Hubby Luna's Hubby]]'' by Meteoricshipyards
* Recommended by @/FuzzyBoots
* ''Synopsis'': 7-year-old Luna Lovegood sees how happy her parents are in their marriage and decides that she wants the same. Having heard from Ginny Weasley that Harry Potter is a good catch, she borrows their family broom and kidnaps him, refusing to tell her parents where she found him. After realizing the abusive environment Harry came from, Selene and Xenophilus adopt Harry into their home, figuring that they can dissuade Luna from the marriage plot later.
* ''Comments'': A very sweet and crazy fic. It's unabashed Harry/Luna shipping and it works spectacularly. The story ends at a slightly changed Triwizard Tournament where [[spoiler:Harry's animagus form, a rhinoceros, accidentally tramples Voldemort and Wormtail during a massive Auror raid on the graveyard.]]
** This story began as one of The Blot's Odd Ideas (see below for details) but grew from there. Considerably LighterAndSofter than its source material, but in a good way.
[=[[reviews:LunasHubby]]=]
[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5924173/1/Goodbye_My_Brother Goodbye, My Brother]] by Hermione-Anti.Twilight
* Recommended by mermaidgirl45
* ''Synopsis:'' After the final battle of Hogwarts, Harry dies. Ron is haunted by his death, until Harry appears as a ghost to comfort him.
* ''Comments:'' This is only two chapters, but is very sweet and moving. There are some discrepancies, but it's good writing, and it really captures the grief and pain of the battle, the personality of the characters, especially Ron, and is interesting to read.
[=[[reviews:GoodbyeMyBrother]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5543005/1/Yes_I_am_Harrys_Brother Yes, I Am Harry's Brother]]'', by 1411eastwest
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* '''Warning -- dead link. The author has recently deleted all of their online work.''' There appear to be no other archives or postings of it elsewhere on the net.
* ''Synopsis'': A few years after the events of Halloween 1981, the wraith of Voldemort finds 4 Privet Drive and Harry Potter -- and is accidentally incarnated into a near-clone of Harry's 6-year-old body when the soul fragment in the child's scar rejoins with the Dark Lord's spirit. Using every bit of his cunning and experience, the re-youthened Voldemort then escapes and begins a long process that results in him returning to Privet Drive at age eight in the guise of Harry's half-brother, the result of an affair James Potter had with an American woman -- with the goal of studying Harry to learn what the prophecied "Power he knows not" might be. Along the way, Voldemort kills many, many people -- and gives Harry a much happier life. Then comes Hogwarts...
* ''Comments:'' Intriguing fic with some interesting ideas that defy fanon and fan convention without violating canon, and well-written as well, told entirely from Voldemort's point of view. Voldemort is a CompleteMonster, of course, except we learn that there's far more to him than just the homicidal maniac that the canon Harry sees once a year, and maybe -- just maybe -- he's BecomingTheMask from playing Harry's half-brother even as the death toll among canon characters at his hands keeps escalating. The author is very subtle about it though -- "Vito Potter" sometimes feels like he's just a few weeks from a HeelFaceTurn, and then he'll turn around and a professor will be dead for getting too close to his secret; the reader is never sure which part of his personality is the "real" one. He seems strangely protective of Harry and even some of their friends, while at the same time plotting their eventual destruction when he comes back into power. Complete, and definitely worth a look if you want something different among your ''Harry Potter'' fanfics.
** A Strong second. Although not too long it is a well made story and works very well. With a few minor grammar and spelling errors aside it definitely gives the tale of why the Wizarding World feared Voldemort in the first place.
** YMMV strongly. The story has its ups and downs, especially towards the start, but steadily declines as it unfolds. It's an interesting read, especially if you don't mind rampant character bashing, but it doesn't really stand out from all the other OC/Super!Harry (even if it's not actually Harry in this case) by the end.
** @/LooneyToons: I will agree, the ending is somewhat anticlimactic.
** I liked the ending. It was a bit anticlimactic...until I read it again, tied together the bits about the Stone, and realized [[spoiler:that Voldemort had won completely and utterly]].
[=[[reviews:YesIAmHarrysBrother]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3446796/1/Magical_Relations Magical Relations]]'' by evansentranced (AU)
* Recommended by Anthiens, Lavanya Six, @/TyrannoStorm
* ''Synopsis'': Harry didn't just get a letter -- Dudley does, too. Quite a bit of unexpected character developments, including a Hermione/Dudley friendship, Draco still being his bratty self yet being portrayed as human and Harry being in Slytherin. Extremely well done and up to fourth year.
* ''Comments:'' Anthiens: This story focuses largely on the relationships and the changes both Harry and Dudley go through. A number of people get ''very'' different interpretations... including Vernon. I don't read HP fanfic often, but this is tops.
** @/ShayGuy: I kinda liked this one's character interactions and ideas, but thought it fell short in the realm of actual ''conflict''. The bit when [[spoiler:they realize that the basilisk is still on the loose, but without a master]] is about as good as it gets, and that didn't even last very long.
** @/TyrannoStorm: Dudley's joining Hogwarts affects very little. The story is from Harry's point of view, and the main difference is Harry joining Slytherin [[spoiler:and befriending most everyone in it.]] As @/ShayGuy says, this story has little conflict, but YourMileageMayVary on whether you consider that a good thing. Personally, I found the lack of suspense a welcome change.
[=[[reviews:MagicalRelations]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2156084/1/Another_Prisoner_Another_Professor Another Prisoner, Another Professor]]'' by Marauder the Slash Nymph (incomplete, eventual Sirius/Remus, [[http://community.livejournal.com/mtsn_hp_au/profile LJ link]], [[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/marauder/APAP01.html FA link]])
* Recommended by sauronlulz
* ''Synopsis'': In Harry's third year he must learn the many truths about the new DADA teacher, Professor Black, and an escaped convict, Remus Lupin.
* ''Comments'': The first few chapters come off as "the third book with Sirius' and Remus' names switched", but the fic gradually takes on a life of its own as more small details diverge from canon and the author makes up her own subplots. All the canon characters are IC (but Ron gets added snark!), the invented dynamics between characters who didn't meet in canon (e.g. Sirius and Draco) are done brilliantly, and OC Brutus Swift is hilarious. Remus has not yet come onstage, but the hints of Sirius/Remus are handled well. Best of all, Harry and Sirius' relationship gets the time and growth it didn't get in the books, making it Better Than Canon. Updated very slowly, but luckily not a deadfic.
[=[[reviews:AnotherPrisonerAnotherProfessor]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1248&chapno=1 Promises Unbroken]]'' by Robin. Also included: its sequels ''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1708&chapno=1 Promises Remembered]]'' and ''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2438&chapno=1 Promises Defended]]''.
* Recommended by Wookiee
* ''Synopsis'': A look at Harry's first year at Hogwarts and the political climate outside the school in an AU where Sirius was the Potters' secret-keeper. [[spoiler: Apparently]] dying rather than betray his friends, Lily and James are alive, Harry has parents, Voldemort is still at large, and the first war is still raging outside the castle walls.
* The brilliance of this story lies in the combination of making some things exactly the same as the books while radically changing other aspects. This is not a bland dark apocafic, but a very well-thought-out and detailed extrapolation of what could have been. What this author has done with the characters of James and Lily, Remus, and Peter is remarkably believable and logical, and the way a Harry who never went to the Dursleys views a much more divided wizarding world is a blend of both new twists and familiarity. The portrayal of the Marauders' friendship, including flashbacks, is beautifully rendered and heartfelt, and is the best aspect of the story. While non-orphan!Harry's personality may be a little too bland for this troper's liking, the characterizations of the rest of the characters makes up for it.
[=[[reviews:PromisesUnbroken]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6075384/1/Freaks_Arent_Allowed Freaks Aren't Allowed]]'' by lastcrazyhorn
* Recommended by orpheus-izanagi
* ''Synopsis'': After nearly freezing to death outside his relatives' home, little Harry is rescued by first a spirit and then a snarky git! The adventure isn't over yet though, as Snape soon realizes that his charge's problems aren't limited to just frostbite.
* ''Comments:'' This story is excellent for fluff: between the interactions of child!Harry and Snape, this manages to get just the right amount of fluff. It's tempered with a separate Dumbledore subplot, so if there's too much fluff for you, you can always look at that.
[=[[reviews:FreaksArentAllowed]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4745329/1/On_the_Way_to_Greatness On the Way to Greatness]],'' by mira mirth
* Recommended by Fiddlesoup, @/UncloudedTJ, [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]], @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'': As per the Hat's decision, Harry gets Sorted into Slytherin upon his arrival in Hogwarts -- and suddenly, the future isn't what it used to be. Spoilers for all books.
* ''Comments'': Really amazed that this hasn't been put up here before, seeing as to how it's been around since the end of 08. A unique look at "Slytherin" Harry, where he isn't best friends with Snape or Draco. The characterizations are very good, and the plot really moves into its own. There are thirteen chapters to go as of the recent update. The story moves at a fast pace considering that each book is given a number of chapters equal to the book number. I can honestly say that this story is my current favorite piece of fanfiction -- including all of jbern's, nonjon's and others' works. A bit gory at parts, and has frequent cussing if that bothers anyone.
** @/UncloudedTJ: It's definitely a different spin on the Slytherin!Harry setting. Harry continues down his depressed state from the Dursley's and is overall much more pessimistic than his canon counterpart. Overall though it does portray Slytherin very realistically and at the end of the fifth year it certainly leaves events wide open for the future with Harry making different allies and vastly different choices as the story progresses.
** [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]]: I have some nitpicks with this one, in regards to grammar and characterization and theme. I'm not sure that I buy all the character reactions mira mirth puts forward--something rings particularly false about Ron's, and Harry occasionally seems smarter than a teenager has any right to be--and I haven't decided whether elements such as the [[spoiler:retconned explanations for why [=GoF's=] plot was so complex]] are amusing, annoying, or necessary. On the whole, I'm hoping that Harry's something of an unreliable narrator. On the other hand, it's certainly the best Slytherin!Harry fic I've yet read, and definitely a good read for anyone who loves ridiculously convoluted political plots. Plus, sarcastic Harry is my favorite flavor of Harry, and this fic has plenty of that.
[=[[reviews:OnTheWayToGreatness]]=]
''[[http://www.the-archive.net/viewstory.php?sid=1740 Faithful Only He]]'' by Nimori
* Recommended by Valjean
* ''Synopsis'' "And if Sirius had been their keeper..."
* ''Comments'': A heartbreaking and devastatingly raw, real look at what could have been if Sirius had been the Potters' secret-keeper. The title might give a hint. This AU is beautifully written and the way it follows the simple, logical consequences of the life-changing choice is brutal but feels exactly ''right''.
[=[[reviews:FaithfulOnlyHe]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3557725/1/Forging_the_Sword Forging The Sword]]'' by Myst Shadow
* Recommended by @/ShadowAI, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis'' What does it take, to reshape a child? And if reshaped, what then is formed? Down in the Chamber, a choice is made. (Harry's Gryffindor traits were always so much scarier than other peoples'.)
[=[[reviews:ForgingTheSword]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2595818/1/ Rectifier]]'' by Niger Aquila
* Recommended by foxintime, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'' What if during the first Chamber incident, Professor Dumbledore had caught Tom Riddle red handed? Actually, life would have been amazing for both Tom and Albus (friendship). Until, that is, when one night Professor Tom M. Riddle decided to check out if Alternate Universes do exist. Takes place around Half-Blood Prince in the canon universe. WIP.
* ''Comments'': I like how author chose not to bleach Voldemort, but give him a reason not to go down canon path of another Dark Lord. He is a bad boy here, both of them are. Friendship with Dumbledore is made of win.
** @/UncloudedTJ: It definately gives a good reasoning for Voldemort not being an outright evil person in the other world and doesn't make him easily redeemed. Ultimately, though, the series focuses on the clash of personalities between Tom and the canon Voldemort and how Tom strugles to decide if he should help or leave the situation alone.
[=[[reviews:Rectifier]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4152930/1/Dagger_and_Rose Dagger and Rose]]'', by Perspicacity
* Recommended by @/HirakuJoutei
* ''Synopsis'': What if Dumbledore took Harry as his apprentice, after hearing the second prophesy? When Harry takes him up on the offer, he is cast into a world far darker and much more dangerous than he could imagine. With all of the lies and betrayal, can Harry see through to the light to find his one true love? Or will it suck him up, turning him into the very thing he has fought so hard against?
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Fleur
* ''Comments'': Set in the Fourth Year (Goblet of Fire). One of the best fics I have read (and I've read hundreds), dark and suspenseful, with a hint of hope. Masterfully written by an author with professional experience, this story manages to avoid the pitfalls of many other For Want of a nail fics. I can also guarantee that the ending will have you pulling out you hair. This story is complete.
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[[folder: Humor/Crack Fics]]
''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Dear_Tom/Dear_Tom.php Dear Tom]]'' by Bobmin
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In the summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', the Order's interception of Harry's mail reveals he is corresponding with Voldemort, and that Harry is starting to see things his way.
* ''Comments:'' Amusing short with a twist at the end. The Order's growing panic -- and efforts at damage control -- are especially fun.
[=[[reviews:DearTom]]=]
''[[http://www.nodignity.com/freaks/nqm/nqm1.html The Naked Quidditch Match]]'' by Evilgoddss. Also available on [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3689325/1/The_Original_Naked_Quidditch_Match Fanfiction.net]].
* Recommended by @/{{Seanette}}, Scifantasy, @/{{Jefepato}}, Chuckg, @/{{Dor}}, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': This is made up of "m-mails" exchanged among characters. Fred and George managed to put their teammates in a ''very'' embarrassing situation, and their responses are, to put it mildly, interesting.
* ''Comments'': This is utterly hilarious. OriginalFlavor, with a twist. There used to be a "news story" wrapping it up, but I can't find it online anywhere. Would anyone else know where Chapter 10 can be found?
* Seconded by {{Scifantasy}}: [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3689325/10/The_Original_Naked_Quidditch_Match Here]] is chapter 10. No sign of the photoshopped-blue Fred and George, though.
** Thirded by @/AckSed. Funniest fanfic ''ever''. If the mentions of the bets on the Golden Snitches don't make you laugh, Harry's taunting of "Moldymort" or the glamour calendar will. Aaand it's in-character, too, except when it's funnier.
*** Fourthed by @/{{Jefepato}}. I read the concept and thought this was going to be stupid and oh god I can't stop laughing.
**** Fifthed by [=PhoenixFTW=] ... I can't stop laughing. It's amazing... 13 cm...
* @/{{Roo}}: Sorry, but I just can't see that this is as hilarious as everyone says. I actually find it a very strong contender for Most Overrated Fic, maybe because of the huge OOC behavior of so many characters, especially Harry and Voldemort. I don't mind a bit of twisting/exaggeration of characters for comic effect, but Smug!Harry always rubs me the wrong way.
[=[[reviews:TheNakedQuidditchMatch]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5640811/1/Hagrid_and_the_Skoolgurlz Hagrid and the Skoolgurlz]]'' by Kaku no Mono
* Recommended by Aether Teen
* ''Synopsis'': [[BoisterousBruiser Hagrid]], [[ButtMonkey Ron]], [[EnsembleDarkhorse Ara]][[ImAHumanitarian gog]], [[TheSmartGuy Herm]][[GagBoobs ione]], [[CrazyAwesome Dumble]][[AllGaysArePedophiles dore]], [[RacistGrandma McGonagall]], and [[CloudCuckoolander Luna]][[YaoiFangirl (plus Luna's Yaoi slaves)]] form a heavy metal band. The group destroys NAMBLA, Atlantis, Ireland, France, and many other civilizations as they travel around the world in their [[MagicSchoolBus Magic Tour Bus]]. Voldemort then forms a rival band with a group of [[ParodySue Parody Sues]] to fight our heroes! [[MyFriendsAndZoidberg Also, Harry fights zombies]].
* ''Comments'': A parody/[[SongFic song fic]], with [[NoFourthWall full knowledge that it is a fan fiction]]. All of the characters know they are Alternate Universe counterparts of the original characters. Memorable quotes include Aragog's [[EatsBabies "Sure! I'll do it! For the Bite-Sized children!"]] Also, Dumbledore has [[DidWeJustHaveTeaWithCthulhu sex with Cthulhu]]. This appears to be MadeOfWin.
[=[[reviews:HagridAndTheSkoolgurlz]]=]
''[[http://www.eskimo.com/~vecna/truthiness.html Harry Potter and the Eagle of Truthiness]]'', by Christine Morgan (CrackFic)
* Recommended by Ronfar, @/UncloudedTJ, Medicus
* ''Synopsis'': StephenColbert becomes the new Defense Against the Dark Arts professor at Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': It's not particularly long and doesn't have any real plot, but it's good for a few laughs.
** A few laughs? This is possibly the greatest fanfic this troper has ever read. It's too bad it never received the green-light for a series. - Medicus
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheEagleOfTruthiness]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3142958/1/Tom_Riddle_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire Tom Riddle and the Goblet of Fire]]'' by Drakensis
* Recommended by: @/LooneyToons, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In Harry Potter's seventh year, Minerva [=McGonagall=] stumbles across a strange ceremony employing the Goblet of Fire. Why is Harry overseeing it, and what do two students from Beauxbatons and Durmstrang have to do with it all?
* ''Comments:'' One of the occasionally infuriating things about the ''Harry Potter'' books is that there are ''so'' many canon loopholes through which a sufficiently clever witch or wizard might have managed to defeat Voldemort long before he returned as a credible threat. This clever and amusing short lays out one such way, supported completely by canon, that Voldemort might have easily been neutralized.
** Seconded by @/{{Bulbaquil}} -- such a ''simple'' thing, too.
** @/ShayGuy: Amusing, if trivially easy to think of reasons for it ''not'' working. Like, say, Voldemort no longer being a student.
[=[[reviews:TomRiddleAndTheGobletOfFire]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5371934/1/All_The_Dementors_of_Azkaban All the Dementors of Azkaban]]'' by Lifewriter
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Synopsis'': Luna Lovegood gets a one-way ticket to Azkaban for her role in opening the Chamber of Secrets. When Fudge refuses to release her, Harry takes matters into his own hands... by moving into the cell next door. [[CrackFic Crack ensues]].
* ''Comments'': Probably the only Azkaban fic this troper will ever recommend, because its very existence makes a mockery of all "Harry gets sent to Azkaban" fics everywhere. Highlights include Harry taking history lessons from the inmates, Luna getting her hands on the Elder Wand, and Saturday night poker tournaments with the Dementors.
[=[[reviews:AllTheDementorsOfAzkaban]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3695087/1/Larceny_Lechery_and_Luna_Lovegood Larceny, Lechery, and Luna Lovegood!]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by [=VortexRyder=], @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': Harry and Hermione are Married Cat burglar Couple! Ron Weasley becomes the Dark Lord Ron Jeremy! His Dark Mark is a Hedgehog that can't be buggered at all! He uses Dragons to rape ten Death Eaters.
* ''Comments'': Like most other works by the Blot, this is a cracktastic cascade of craziness, growing inexorably from a few reasonable-sounding deviations from canon that send you off into unexplored comedic territory before you realize what you've done in accepting them. Full of fun little bits, such as Harry and Hermione setting themselves up as their own mortal enemies.
[=[[reviews:LarcenyLecheryAndLunaLovegood]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3358098/1/ The Various Supah Powahs of One Severus Snape]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/199514/ lunakatrina]]
* Recommended by @/{{tenderlumpling}}
* ''Synopsis:'' Severus Snape falls into a vat of chemicals... And survives. But he has one problem: His new, nuclear nose smells ''everything'', driving him to compulsively clean Hogwarts and every other dwelling he enters. While cleaning the Riddle house, he discovers a very unpleasant surprise about himself. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Comments'': Severus Snape, Master and Commander... of Squirrels. That is all.
[=[[reviews:TheVariousSupahPowahsOfOneSeverusSnape]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3401052/1/ A Black Comedy]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/649528/ nonjon]]
* Recommended by Fellownerd, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Synopsis:'' The summery summs is up nicly "Two years after defeating Voldemort, Harry falls into an alternate dimension with his godfather. Together, they embark on a new life filled with drunken debauchery, thievery, and generally antagonizing all their old family, friends, and enemies."
* '' Comments'': Anything by nonjon is pure crack genius
[=[[reviews:ABlackComedy]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5777316/1/Hedwig_and_the_Goblet_of_Fire Hedwig and the Goblet of Fire]]'' by Meteoricshipyards
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Harry uses Hedwig to test the restrictions on the Goblet of Fire. Obviously, they're not good enough to stop the smartest owl in Britain!
* ''Comments'': A one-shot that is pure crack from start to finish. It begins with Harry testing various methods of entering people into the tournament and results in Hedwig being chosen. From there it turns Hedwig into a SpannerInTheWorks for the whole book's plot.
** The Blood Sharpie: Sure, it's crack, and yes, it's an rather intriguing premise, but the fic itself reads more like a story outline than an actual story. What took a whole book in canon is glossed over in about five minutes here. Good for a laugh, but don't read this looking for something engaging.
[=[[reviews:HedwigAndTheGobletOfFire]]=]
''[[http://www.cosforums.com/showthread.php?p=1324350#post1324350 Voldemort and His Complicated Plans]]'' by Dink
* Recommended by @/SevenOfDiamonds
* ''Synopsis'': Deleted scenes from ''Goblet of Fire'' detailing why Voldemort went with such a convoluted plan when there were simpler options available.
* ''Comments'': The author takes the canon image of Voldemort as a scaly baby with a high pitched voice to its full comedic potential. Also, one of the more likable portrayals of Peter Pettigrew.
** This story is a chapter in a larger series, titled ''The Harry Potter Code'', which can be found [[http://fanfiction.mugglenet.com/viewstory.php?sid=2221 here]]. The chapters have different names here than on the forum, for example ''Voldemort and His Complicated Plans'' is titled ''Questions Questions Questions Spoons''.
[=[[reviews:VoldemortAndHisComplicatedPlans]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1727573/1/Harry_Potter_is_on_FIRE Harry Potter is on FIRE!]]'' by Darkboy 77.
* Recommended by Raxis.
* ''Synopsis'': A parody story that goes far beyond crazy, stretching it to a breaking point and bringing it full circle.
* ''Comments'': Words can't describe how hilarious this story is, but this troper will try anyway. This story following the insane later years for Harry Potter, bringing all sorts of wackiness along the way. Female!Snape, Tiara!Voldemort, The House Point Hourglasses come alive in the sequal, Dumbledore likes to be Game Boy Advances! And that's just the start.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterIsOnFire]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2254006/1/Made_With_Our_Love Made With Our Love]]'', by Marauder The Slash Nymph
* Recommended by sauronlulz, @/{{Darkaros}}
* ''Synopsis'': Harry knows what he has to do: tell Draco that he's pregnant with their child.
* ''Commentary'': Short but hilarious sendup of mpreg fic.
[=[[reviews:MadeWithOurLove]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/504130/1/ Harry Potter & the Amorae Potion]]'', by Jiffer
* Recommended by @/KhymChanur
* NOTE: [[DeadFic Abandoned story]].
* ''Synopsis'': Harry accidentally drinks an inverted love potion: rather than making him fall in love with the first girl he sees, it makes any girl who sees Harry fall in love with ''him''. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Commentary'': The story is basically just Harry fleeing from his rapidly expanding UnwantedHarem, so YourMileageMayVary. Graduates from mere silly comedy to crackfic when [[spoiler:Moaning Myrtle tries to use Muggle firearms to kill Harry]].
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterTheAmoraePotion]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4081016/1/The_Poker_Game The Poker Game]]'' by Enterprise1701-d and Joshua The Evil Guy
* Recommended by @/JonathanSCE, @/{{Darkaros}}
* ''Pairing'': Harry Potter / Luna Lovegood, Susan Bones, Tracey Davies, Pansy Parkinson, [[spoiler: Ginny Weasley, Cho Chang, Daphne Greengrass, Gabrielle Delacour, Nymphadora Tonks, Moaning Myrtle, Katie Bell, Parvati Patil, Padma Patil, Hannah Abbott ''and'' Hermione Granger]]
* ''Synopsis'': A Harem/Contract fic. Taking place during Harry’s sixth year with almost none of the plot of the book, Harry wins ''four'' indentured servants in a poker game due to some of the players betting themselves. One of whom was not even there because of Draco betting Pansy due to a Life Debt. Very clean, some innuendo and language.
* ''Comments'': And it does not stop there, because after the poker game Harry gets more girls due to: two more Life Debts (which result in a slave contact), not paying attention to what they are signing, purposely cutting their ties to their family, claim to the Black inheritance, bringing a ghost back to life, a curse item, ''and'' [[spoiler: to become the Leader of all Magic]]. The girls don’t mind being attached to Harry thought. He also learns Egyptian, Sumerian and Indian Magic, turns the Chamber of Secrets into living quarters with a "holosuite", and creates a Magical AI (MI). Very well done story, taking in the feelings of each of the characters into account.
** @/{{Darkaros}}: Warning, judging from reviews on FF.Net, [[DidNotDoTheResearch people who have played poker before or care about details will want to skip the actual poker section.]] Very well written, but anyone who cannot tolerate wish fullfillment will want to avoid like a plague.
[=[[reviews:ThePokerGame]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/622731/1/Harry_Potter_and_Some_Sorcerers_Rock Harry Potter and Some Sorcerers Rock]]'' by Silvver Phoenix (previously Silver Phoenix25)
* Recommended by Rozzy
* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot parody of ''Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone. In the words of the author: "I'm insane, as is my writing. You have been warned."
* ''Comments'': This fic is okay on it's own, but the sequels (Harry Potter and the Chamberpot of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of a Cabana and Harry Potter and the Omelette of Desire) are some of the funniest and craziest fanfics I've ever read--and I first read them a long time ago. The sequels were taken off fanfiction.net due to gratuitous (and hilarious) celebrity cameos, but can be found in all their glory at [[http://www.silverphoenix.5u.com/ Silvver Phoenix's website]]. Highlights include Gangster!Twins Lil' Fred and Big G, Harry temporarily joining the Spice Girls and John Stamos being trapped under an overturned laundry basket. BetterThanItSounds.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndSomeSorcerersRock]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/887404/1/Pledges Pledges]]'' by Amireal.
* Recommended by lastcrazyhorn
* ''Pairings'': Snape/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': Screwed up spells, attacks on hogwarts, Potions Masters who dearly wish he had actual control over his life. Complete Fic.
* ''Comments'': This fic is crazy fun. Harry accidentally pledges himself to Severus with an old engagement spell that results in many hilarious encounters where they are almost literally unable to keep their hands off one another. On one hand, they really can't stand each other (at least at first), but because of the spell, they can't stay away from one another without going crazy. An example of AliensMadeThemDoIt.
[=[[reviews:Pledges]]=]
''[[http://community.livejournal.com/hp_nextgen_fest/34663.html The Incredible and Angsty Journey of Rose Weasley, Girl Slasher!]]'' by nextgen_mod
* Recommended by @/{{jakelikescheddar}}
* ''Synopsis'': Rose Weasley discovers the Internet, and immediately commences {{Shipping}}. The tale of one YaoiFangirl's attempts to break through the Wizarding World's homophobia and get the rest of her compatriots to recognise how happy they'd be if they accepted the One True Pairings.
* Comments: A stunningly precise skewer is delivered to all aspects of SlashFic in the HP fandom, featuring plenty of CringeComedy and deadpan delivery.
[=[[reviews:TheIncredibleAndAngstyJourneyOfRoseWeasleyGirlSlasher]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2565609/1/Odd_Ideas Odd Ideas]]'' by Rorschach's Blot
* Recommended by: Oracle Seven
* Synopsis: Odd little one shots that may or may not be turned into their own stories.
* Comments: This is clearly the source from which all of author's best work springs forth. Every chapter features something new and even more hilarious than the previous chapters - aside from the odd serious idea or a revision of a previous idea. While it's generally written in a very rough style, that doesn't detract from the entertainment value at all. As of this writing, it's ''[[BeyondTheImpossible one hundred and twelve]]'' chapters long - and still growing!
[=[[reviews:OddIdeas]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6417704/1/A_Little_Light_Reading A Little Light Reading]]'' By Dullastacks
* Recommended by Shimmer712
* ''Synopsis'': Snape reads the first Harry Potter and sets about fixing things.
* ''Comments'': I love the remarks Snape makes while reading.
** The Blood Sharpie: A very good story, and one that lends itself to credibility by way of a plot in the "outside" world as well as the bolded text that Snape is reading. While it's not that hard to skip everything but Snape making snarky comments at the book, the "outside" plot gets its [[CerebusSyndrome Cerebus moment]] with the "inside" world sentence "Harry was used to spiders, because the cupboard under the stairs was full of them, and that was where he slept."
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[[folder: So Bad It's Good Fics]]
''[[strike:FanFic/MyImmortal]]'' by Tara Gilesbie.
* Recommended by: People with brain problems and "goffs".
* Comments: [[SarcasmMode My Immortal is the greatest fanfic ever.]]
** [[SchmuckBait No! Don't read it!]]
*** Yes, do, it's hilarious!
* It's [[CrowningMomentOfFunny just]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome awesome]]. Possibly the best TrollFic ever written.
* Has it's own MST, as well (recommended by acg452). [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5914303/1/Marauders_Read_My_Immortal The Marauders Read My Immortal]]. Not complete yet, but it's frickin' ''[[HilarityEnsues hilarious]]''.
**** @/ShadowAI: I will not be held responsible for adding a review section for this
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2554200/1/HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH]]'' by Secondpillow.
* Recommended by: People with brain problems (of the "[[TestosteronePoisoning testosterone overdose]]" kind).
* Synopsis: A series of episodes with a limited relation to each other; most revolve around killing things and liberal usage of the [[ClusterFBomb eff-word]].
* Comments: The RatedMForManly counterpart to ''MyImmortal'', highly recommended if you've enjoyed the former. Try it if you dare... If you've got sanity to spare. Warning: contains rape apes.
* Also has [[Fanfic/ThirtyHs its own trope page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6216672/1/HogwartsofHeaven Hogwarts of Heaven]]'' by Silver Suffering.
* Recommended by: People who like Marty Stues, randomness and Bella Swan/Anita Blake-action.
* Synopsis: Chestere Le Valiente plays a rocking electric guitar solo on a shiny wooden saxophone while wondering what life would be like if he was a female 16 year old Indonesian gymnast who was secretly working to bring down the government and force the world to wear pink tuxedos. He is very disappointed that purple giraffes are not permitted to drink from the toilets at Hogwarts. And then, a whole load of even more random things happen.
* Comments: Is probably a crackfic, but the author keeps insisting that it's completely serious. The entire fic is a CrowningMomentOfFunny, but is unfortunately terribly underrated. In fact, only @/LunaAvril, known as Luna Elphaba Anne Granger on FF.net, has reviewed. Buffy, Homer Simpson, Fred Flintstone, Gandalf, Bugs Bunny, Penelope Pitstop, Light Yagami, Squall Leonhart and James Bond make occasional appearances. Warning: Makes no sense. Like, at all.
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[[folder: Crossovers]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4826372/1/Harry_Mewter Harry Mewter]]'' by Alex Ultra
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Pokemon}}.
* Recommended by @/SchizoTechnician, @/{{Doppelganger511}}
* ''Synopsis'': Late in his second year, Harry Potter takes an animagus potion. His animagus form is Mew. HilarityEnsues as he discovers catnip, learns what his new form can do the hard way, and tries to find out what the hell he turns into, anyway.
* ''Comments:'' Surprisingly well done, given how easy it would be to take this down the wrong road. Very little from ''{{Pokemon}}'' appears -- no attack names, no pokeballs, nothing except animagus forms, without even any knowledge of what they are or do. Hilarious at times.
** @/{{Doppelganger511}}: I second the recommendation. I usually loathe crossovers, but this one is fantastic. Definitely worth reading.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1977510/1/ Harry Potter and the Digimon Frontier]]''
* Recommended by Ananonymuscat
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DigimonFrontier.
* ''Synopsis'': For five years, the kids of Frontier have been training as Japanese wizards. Now they've got the chance to study abroad, in England of all places. But there are some odd things happening. Digimon...at Hogwarts?
* ''Comments'': Don't let [[NeedsABetterTitle the title]] fool you, inspired by ''The Best Defense'', this is one of the most thought out crossovers you are likely to find, everyone is in character, and the plot makes perfect sense.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4438449/1/Path_of_Decision Path of Decision]]'' by lulu42 (contains mild violence.)
* Recommended by Fenro, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Sandman}}
* ''Synopsis'': Voldemort is in power, but the Wizarding World fights back. Harry Potter, Master of Death, is faced with a choice: move forward or change everything?
* ''Comments'': The plot is very intriguing, but there are a lot of spelling and grammar mistakes. This story takes place during Harry's Hogwarts years. This story is complete.
** @/UncloudedTJ: A very interesting take on Slytherin!Harry. It has a deep backstory with some questions (about Harry's past especially) only being answered around Harry's 6th year. It truly shows the ''Sandman'' crossover by including all the main influences from that series but doesn't require you to know anything about them. Overall very well done if you can ignore the spelling and grammatical errors.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2929916/1/Invert Invert]]'' by Marz1
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}, @/{{Rogue 7}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, FullMetalAlchemist
* ''Synopsis'': While investigating a bizarre alchemical structure, the Elric brothers get pulled into the ''Potter''verse early on in an AU version of ''Deathly Hallows.'' In the interest of finding a way home, Ed lends his talents to the Horcrux hunt while Al finds ways to keep himself busy at Hogwarts. Better than it sounds.
* ''Comments'': This was the fic that originally got me interested in ''FMA''. It doesn't measure up to fics like ''Harry Potter and the Nightmares of Future Past'' or ''Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness'', but it's still an entertaining read. Seems to be a deadfic but the first half of the story is complete enough to enjoy as a stand-alone fic.
** @/{{Rogue 7}}: Amusing and well-written, though, as stated above, not one of the best. Worth reading simply for how in-character Ed is.
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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4751226/1/Dangerous_Gifts Dangerous Gifts]] by [=SGCbearclub=] (This fic is rated M for Sexual Situations, Suggestive Themes, Violence, and mild-language.)
* Recommended by Fenro
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Labyrinth}}
* ''Pairing(s)'': Jareth/Sarah and SS/HG (This story is het).
* ''Synopsis'': Snape never asked to be rescued. Sarah never asked for magic. Jareth doesn't generally ask, period. The Ministry should have remembered that, back when they assumed they won the Goblin Wars. Nothing is ever what it seems. The story takes place after DH but without the epilogue. Labyrinth crossover.
* ''Comments'': There is a lot of Sarah/Snape interaction, but my most favored part, is the interactions between Jareth/Snape. There's a bit of role reversal, that adds out of character variety to the story. One thing that was brought to my attention, was that I needed to do a bit of research on mythology in order to fully comprehend the story. The last update was in March of 2009.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2570231/1/Fusion_of_Destinies Fusion of Destinies]]'' by Grey-X
* Recommended by: @/{{SAMAS}}, @/SparkyLurkdragon
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Metroid}}
* ''Synopsis:'' A blazing meteorite falls into the forest around Hogwarts, leaving an amnesiac woman called Samantha. Working odd jobs around the school, she finds herself drawn to Harry. But she's here for a reason: A terrible spell that has called forth a weapon from the future... and the one person that can stop it. Crossover with, of all things, ''{{Metroid}}''.
* ''Comments:'' Seconding by @/SparkyLurkdragon, who's actually coming at this from the other side: Harry Potter really isn't my thing, but I ''love'' Metroid. I'd just like to vouch that Grey-X delivers very well on the Metroid side of things, too; in particular, it's very refreshing to see a ficcer acknowledging that Samus is probably more Chozo than human, culturally.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4427065/1/Strange_Bedfellows Strange Bedfellows]]'' by [=MST3KguruK10=] & Mrs Hyde
* Recommended by Revlid, @/{{Skazka}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, OnceUponATimeInMexico
* ''Synopsis'': "We all need someone we can lean on..." Two unlikely men in an unlikely place find an unlikely friendship in each other. A post-DH, post-Once Upon a Time in Mexico crossover AU featuring Severus Snape and Sheldon Sands.
* ''Comments'': Yes, it's a Harry Potter, Once Upon a Time in Mexico crossover. No, I have no idea how that idea came about. Yes, it is pretty awesome.
** Seconded by @/{{Skazka}}, who literally stayed up overnight without sleeping to read this fic the whole way through. A warning is due, though-- as in some of the author's other fics, Sands is occasionally fond of manipulating people using sex, and Snape is no exception. Still, I wouldn't call it an outright slashfic. [[spoiler:Perhaps with the exception of much of Chapter 11.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2452681/1/Evil_Be_Thou_My_Good/ Evil Be Thou My Good]]'' by Ruskbyte (AU, or maybe not if you consider the original setting of the, ahem, crossed material. Horror,Crossover, Dark!Harry, Disturbing, Disturbing, DISTURBING. [[LaughingMad HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!]])
* Recommended by Crackersdon'tmatter, @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Fandoms'': {{Hellraiser}}, HarryPotter. Yeeesssss.
* ''Synopsis'': Uncle Vernon thought to bring home a puzzle toy he bought to encourage Dudley's mental stimulation. A box shaped puzzle. A box that plays music. A young Harry solves the puzzle, and alone survives the consequences, to make it quick. Except now he can't stop thinking about the box, about that tune. And he's gained the attention of a very powerful dark being who is ''not'' a wizard.
* ''Comments'': Disturbing indeed. It's a very, very good one shot by itself and you don't have to know anything about Hellraiser at all to enjoy it. The sequel ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4446981/1/All_Problems_Solved All Problems Solved]]'' is incredibly good as well.
** Arguably one of the best psychologically frightening stories ever. I had goosebumps reading it.
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''[[http://www.tthfanfic.org/Story-6136/Tassos_The_Flat_Next_Door.htm The Flat Next Door]]'' by Tassos
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, BuffyTheVampireSlayer
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', Harry and the Dursleys are moved by the Order into an apartment when 4 Privet Drive is identified and targeted by the Death Eaters. Harry finds little to recommend the change until he meets the gentleman living in the next apartment -- one Mr. Rupert Giles, whose quiet and respectful friendship saves Harry's sanity and soul from the depths of despair.
* ''Comments'': Set after the final episode of ''BTVS'' and featuring almost none of the other characters from the series, this is a low-key story that nonetheless carries an unexpected emotional intensity, all the way to its quietly surprising ending.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2857962/1/Browncoat_Green_Eyes Browncoat, Green Eyes]]'' by nonjon
* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Dor}}, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{ShadowAI}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Firefly}} post Serenity
* ''Synopsis'': Two years have passed since the secret of the planet Miranda got broadcast across the whole 'verse in 2518. The crew of Serenity finally hires a new pilot, but he's a bit peculiar.
* ''Comments'': An interesting crossover with Firefly where it's believable that Harry Potter existed in the same universe. The story works so well that sometimes it's hard to believe they're not meant to be in the same time much less canon. This is an AU (having been written before HP book 7) so some relationships aren't the same as canon. Other than that the character and plot development is top notch and at about 300k words it's a very well done fic.
** @/{{Dor}}: Seconded enthusiastically. Nonjon mostly writes comedy, which is a shame because this story proves he can write "serious" fic to rival anyone else mentioned on this page. There's definitely more than a few laughs in there, too (Chapter Four in particular is just one after another), but unlike the rest of Nonjon's work, there's more going on in ''Browncoat'' than just the comedy.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: I know absolutely nothing about ''Firefly'' but I had a blast with this fic anyways. It bears noting, however, that Harry appears at first glance to be massively out of character until certain details regarding his past are revealed later on in the story, namely the fact that [[spoiler: Harry spent a bit more than a century married to ''Luna Lovegood'' of all people]] (You hear that noise? That's the sound of everyone who's ever read that far going "Oh, ''that'' explains it.").
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3649590/1/Of_Gods_and_Men Of Gods and Men]]'' by shadowphantomness
* Recommended by feral
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Pairing(s)'': Light/Mikami
* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go after Kira.
* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3153311/1/Itachi_and_the_Prisoner_of_Azkaban Itachi and the Prisoner of Azkaban]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/369082/Mistress_DragonFlame Mistress Dragonflame]]
* Recommended by melloncollie
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Naruto}}
* ''Synopsis'': This fic is an Itachi-centric crossover with the Potterverse. While an ANBU captain, Itachi is called away to Britain on a mission as Harry Potter's covert bodyguard. Hilarity Ensues.
* ''Comments'': This fic could use a bit of polishing, but if you can overlook the numerous grammar and spelling errors there are a few genuinely touching moments, brought on by the "what-could-have-been" aspect, and the sharp contrast between the relatively Lighter And Softer Potterverse and the violent, dystopic Narutoverse. However, most of the more exciting conflict seems to center around Itachi and the Narutoverse side of the crossover, and the conflicts on the Potterverse side are solved with relative ease. Most definitely a FixFic.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4521407/1/The_Boy_Who_Fell_A_HP_Starwars_Crossover The Boy Who Fell]]'', by Darth Marrs
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, StarWars
* ''Synopsis'': Thirteen years ago, Harry Potter was murdered by Vernon Dursley, and with him went the last hope of magical Britain. Now, as Voldemort and his Death Eaters spread their reign of terror across the Wizarding World, Luna Lovegood makes a wish for someone to come and make it all better. What she gets is [[StarWars Ben]] [[ExpandedUniverse Skywalker]].
* ''Comments'': Yes, it really is StarWars meets HarryPotter. Search your feelings, you ''know'' you want to know how ''this'' can possibly work.
** Seconded. It definitely makes you feel that the universes aren't that different after all.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5538533/1/Vanity_Vice_and_Voyeurism Vanity, Vice and Voyeurism]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by: @/MacPhisto
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, FightClub
* Synopsis: As much as she hates muggles, Bellatrix Lestrange can't help but be fascinated by them. You can learn a lot about a person just by taking a look at how they live. One day, she decides to sneak into the apartment of Ms. [[FightClub Marla Singer]].
* Warning: Rated M, for [[ScrewYourself obvious reasons]]
* Comments: Two of the most depraved characters ever, both played by the most beautiful woman in the world... how was I not supposed to pass this up??
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5302178/1/Kill_Bella Kill Bella]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by: @/MacPhisto
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, KillBill
* ''Synopsis'': Someone has put a hit on Bellatrix Lestrange. And [[KillBill Elle Driver]] is out for the big fat kill.
* ''Warning'': Rated M, just to be safe.
* ''Comments'': A work-in-progress. The sexual tension is intense, but nothing has happened yet. Can't wait for it!
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5739420/1/La_Blue_Wizard La Blue Wizard]]'', by canoncansodoff
* Recommended by: Comartemis, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, LaBlueGirl
* ''Synopsis'': How do you avoid Oedipus and Age of Consent issues whilst raising a boy whose demonic heritage requires him to feed on sexual energy? If you're Lily Potter, you call on your best friend Emmeline Vance to become a special kind of "[[IncrediblyLamePun wet nurse]]."
* ''Warnings'': NC-17. Minor squick warnings for NaughtyTentacles and a few similarly mild fetishes. No underage sex.
* ''Comments'': This has got to be one of the ''weirdest'' HP fics I’ve ever read that wasn’t explicitly a CrackFic, not because it’s a lemon and not because it’s a crossover with ''LaBlueGirl'' of all things but because it can’t seem to decide whether it wants to be a PWP lemon or a (relatively) serious AU fic for the first five chapters or so before it settles on the latter in chapters 5 and 6. Up until that point, the story flip-flops between the Potter family raising Harry (and his two little sisters later on), Lily/James/Emmy’s bedroom exploits, and [[ForWantOfANail a few loose nails]] that throw the story in a totally new direction once Harry grows up and gets to school, like Voldemort accidentally marking [[spoiler: ''Daphne Greengrass'']] of all people as The Girl Who Lived. Also uses Manipulative!Dumbledore, and Harry's personality is different enough for him to be an OC (albiet an OC who [[ChivalrousPervert takes very strongly after James]]), but I recommend it anyway unless you're fatally alergic to lemons.
** Seconded by @/UncloudedTJ: Quite impressed with the story so far as it definitely does some new things I haven't seen before. If you gloss over the NC-17 scenes of the story it's still a very good fic and deserves some more attention. Slightly annoyed with the Manipulative!Dumbledore but then that's the only complaint so far.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3673824/1/End_Of_the_Line End of the Line]]'' by Shewhogaurds
* Recommended by @/LupineVolt, Fenro
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Discworld}}
* ''Synopsis:'' After death, characters arrive in Kings Cross to board the Hogwarts Express, on it's way to "The Other Place". The only trouble is that the train is always delayed because of the leaves on the line.
* ''Comments:'' A crossover with Discworld, featuring Death, Albert, and The Death of Rats manning Kings Cross, ushering characters into the afterlife, and waiting patiently with those who are waiting to for someone to catch up.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: I... wait... what...? I just cried [[strike:tears of happiness]] ''{{manly tears}}'' for Peter Pettigrew and freaking ''Bellatrix''. Either there is something seriously wrong with me or this man deserves a medal for giving the most despicable characters in the series their very own [[CrowningMomentofHeartwarming Crowning Moments of Heartwarming]].
** Oh gods, I think I just bawled my eyes out due to sheer awesome heartwarming. This is the best story I've seen in a while. A long while. Especially the parts with Bellatrix and Snape and... scratch that. All of it.
** @/EddieCurrent did NOT cry over the bit with Kreacher and Reg Black. (sniff) "Did Kreacher do wrong?" No, Kreacher. In this, you were as true as Dobby. DAMNIT ALRIGHT I cried for Kreacher! Awesome fic.
** Death of the Discworld meets the world of Harry Potter always makes an interesting story. My favorite chapter was the one with Severus Snape.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5353683/1/The_Girl_Who_Loved The Girl Who Loved]]'' and its sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5619147/1/Violence_Inherent_in_the_System Violence Inherent in the System]]'', by Darth Drafter.
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, SailorMoon, [[RanmaOneHalf Ranma 1/2]]
* ''Pairings:'' Harry/Usagi, Ranma/Shampoo
* ''Synopsis:'' Upon receiving some very disturbing news during the summer after his fifth year, Harry does a panicked accidental-magic Apparition straight to China, and falls directly in a Jusenkyo spring... a spring which one Usagi Tsukino had accidentally drowned in the year before. HilarityEnsues.
* ''Warnings:'' Chapter 9 of ''Violence Inherent In The System'' contains mild lemon, and some chapters of ''The Girl Who Loved'' have off-screen lesbian encounters which get a fair amount of discussion on-screen. Also, the fic starts out with a mention of m-preg. Fortunately, '''there is no actual m-preg in the story'''. In fact, the entire point of mentioning it in the first place was to mock the living hell out of the very idea. Cologne's speech on why the entire concept is idiotic made this troper applaud.
* ''Comments:'' This started out as a crack fic and then rapidly developed an actual plot, complete with both [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming Crowning Moments of Heartwarming]] and [[CrowningMomentofAwesome Awesome]]. Harry meets and makes friends with Ranma (watching them try to play the "who had the worst childhood/mentor" game with each other was worth the price of admission all by itself), partners up with the ghost of Usagi (whose body is Harry's Jusenkyo-curse form), makes friends with the Chinese Amazons (but avoids the Kiss of Marriage thanks to Ranma's timely warnings), and develops an entire support structure in the form of the Senshi (and Ranma and Shampoo), to the point where by the time he has to return to Hogwarts for his sixth year, Dumbledore and Voldemort both have no idea what's about to hit them. In the meanwhile, Harry and Usagi have fallen in love... which is a bit of an obstacle, given that only one of them is alive, and the other one can only temporarily possess her body when her beloved is morphed into it... [[spoiler:fortunately, she gets better]]. Tackles and answers the tough questions, such as "What happens when you cast a Patronus Charm through the Moon Healing Scepter", "How quickly can Snape's lack of tact earn him a nine-on-one gang beatdown by an enraged mob of magical girls", and "Just what the heck was Dumbledore ''smoking'', to make some of the decisions he did?" Really, it's far, far better than it sounds, and I highly recommend. Also contains perhaps the only non-annoying appearance of Chibi-Usa I can remember seeing anywhere.
* ''Status:'' "The Girl Who Loved" is complete, "Violence Inherent in the System" is in-progress and recently updated.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: ''Wow''. This is probably one of the best examples of GrowingTheBeard I've ever seen in a fanfic before. The first few chapters are really rough, characterization is spotty at best, several characters are Flanderized to hell and back, Dumbledore, Ron, Ginny, and Molly all get their usual RonTheDeathEater treatment, and while mpreg really ''doesn't'' ever show up outside of conversation, the way the subject becomes plot-relevant is absolutely ''absurd'' on the face of it. At some point, however -- I think it's right around the same point where the fic turns mildly serious and stops being a CrackFic -- everything shifts in a generally positive direction. Mamoru is still a complete [[{{Casanova}} manwhore]], sure, but he doesn't show up more than once or twice before [[PutOnABus he falls down a plot hole]] and isn't heard from again. Ginny never really gets better and Molly's attitudes are only weakly justified, but Hermione recovers from her Flanderization, Ron seems to get over his exaggerated jealousy of Harry, and the much-hated Manipulative!Dumbledore actually gets ''deconstructed'' later in ''TGWL''. And while Chibi-Usa has never really irritated me like she has other people, I have to agree with Chuckg that she's very well-used here, possibly because her interactions with Harry are ''infinitely'' [[{{Moe}} more adorable]] than [[BrattyHalfPint her canon relationship]] with Usagi. It may not hold a candle to some of the other examples on this page but this is definitely one of the best HP/SM crossovers I've ever read.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5803017/1/Kings_Jackal King's Jackal]]'' by esama.
* Recommended by Ramenth, @/{{Seraviel}}, [=SelinaCatz=]
* ''Fandoms:'' ''HarryPotter'', ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'',
* ''Synopsis:'' "Wrecking all of Dumbledore's plans, the Power The Dark Lord Knows Not walks up to Harry in the summer before his fifth year, and asks for directions." This is the "official" summary for ''King's Jackal'', yet it really does not do it justice. Taking place after [[GobletOfFire Harry's Fourth Year]] and some time after the end of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'', the story starts off as what could be your standard Harry Potter crossover. He meets Yami, Yami asks him for directions. Harry follows and eavesdrops, and, well, you'll have to read from there.
** I'm afraid I'm not doing this story any kind of justice, so someone who has read it, feel free to fix this up.
* ''Comments:'' Despite quite a bit of [[{{OOC}} Out of Character]] moments, especially on the part of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'' characters, this is one of the best fics that I've read in a long time. It is enjoyable, readable, and full of ideas that I've seen nowhere else. It also has one of the best courtroom scenes that I've seen in years, including on TV. The story does get off to a bit of a rough start, but it picks up quickly and and is an overall amazing read. I strongly reccomend it. Also, word to the wise, apparently there's going to be some slash in later chapters, so if that's not your thing, avoid it. I haven't really seen any meaningful hints of it so far though.
** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declared dead.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3933832/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Invincible_TechnoMage Harry Potter and the Invincible Technomage]]'', by Clell65619
* Recommended by Chuckg, @/LooneyToons, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, MarvelUniverse
* ''Synopsis:'' A party of executives from Grunnings and their families are given a facilities tour of a factory as part of a joint project with an American firm. When the Dursleys die in an explosion, accidental magic lets Harry be the sole survivor. And when a young child shows visible superpowers on company property, the owner is called in, leading eventually to an 11-year-old Harry Stark attending Hogwarts...
* ''Comments:'' The major appeal of this fic is seeing things go right for Harry without him being a GodModeSue. He has a loving father and virtually the entire Avengers for his extended family. He's self-confident and still heroic (he is in fact 'Pulse', the second auxiliary member of Power Pack alongside his best friend Franklin 'Tattletale' Richards). He has access to Dr. Strange and Agatha Harkness as magic tutors. So why is he still attending Hogwarts? Because Madame Web has told him (and only him) of the prophecy, and, well, a hero has to do what a hero has to do. And so a young Harry Potter whose "saving people thing" is now ''professional'' has arrived on-scene. And it was a CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming when you realized that the first person Harry helped save was Tony: adopting a small child in 1986 meant that Tony felt compelled to live a slightly more responsible lifestyle, so he never descended into alcoholism, and never lost his company the first time. And the CrowningMomentOfFunny when you find out what Tony always does to Harry's school projects... well, read for yourself. Other highlights include Tony forming an informal Hogwarts Parents Association, Harry introducing the student body to (magically-shielded) CD players and cell phones, and Ravenclaw!Harry attempting to design and build the first magical computer.
* ''Warnings:'' Do you hate Manipulative!Dumbledore? He's in this one. Its the 'more arrogant and control-freaky than outright evil' incarnation, but still, Dumbles exists in this fic to get verbally smacked down by almost every magical person Tony can call in for support. Culminating in the scene where Thor has to 'explain' to the Wizengamot why overturning Harry's adoption by Tony Stark would be terminally unwise.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: Troper hive mind strikes again. Manipulative!Dumbles is an irritation but for a fic this good he's worth dealing with. It's worth noting that this new Harry may have the appearance of a MartyStu at first (his first encounter with Snape is likely to set off alarm bells but that's a pretty isolated incident) but ultimately proves himself innocent of that label. As mentioned above, this one does a lot of stuff that few other Potter fics do; Harry and Draco becoming [[FriendlyEnemy Friendly Enemies]] is one of my personal favorites, along with a new twist on the fiasco with Riddle's diary. An excellent read even if you don't know anything about IronMan or MarvelComics in general, but having seen the movies will make the latest chapter even funnier than it already is: Sirius Black meets Robert Downey Jr? ''[[OhCrap HEAD FOR THE HILLS!]]''
** @/EddieCurrent: Credit to Clell here -- this version of his pet Manipulative!Dumbledore does come across as more WellIntentionedExtremist than CompleteMonster, but the characterization can still grate a bit. That said, much of the rest of the fic can alternate between bland, grating, and the occasional cool idea that gets lost in the shuffle.
** Ancient Nonun: YMMV, but its [[SoBadItsHorrible bad]]. So very [[BrainBleach bad]]. Flat characters that do nothing but carry the plot, completely unbalanced powers that only exist to show how awesome Marvel is, and everyone else becoming strawmen. The Wizarding World gets the treatment that Sasuke got in ''Chunin Exam'' -- [[RonTheDeathEater unapologetic bashing and exaggeration]] that leads straight into CharacterDerailment. ''Technomage'' has no drama, no tension, a mine field of plot holes and badly-used clichés, and no depth whatsoever. It's quite possibly the worst fic this troper has ever read. It's the ''BattlefieldEarth'' of ''Harry Potter'' fanfiction. Be warned that even with the honest praises it gets, it can have '''very''' unexpected results.
** [[{{Fanfic/HarryPotterAndTheInvincibleTechnomage}} Has its own page.]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5871255/1/Fictional Fictional]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/302101/Dark_Syaoran Dark Syaoran]].
* Recommended by @/{{ShadowAI}}, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Fandoms:'' ''HarryPotter'', ''FateStayNight'',
* ''Synopsis:'' Author's Summary: The dictionary defined fiction as thus: something feigned, invented, or imagined; a made-up story. The act of feigning, inventing, or imagining. Yes, Harry thought, this defined him nicely.
** @/ShayGuy: What concerns me is that it ''is'' apparently based off the anime, which, being the mishmash of routes that it is, has a less cohesive plot and more plot holes than the visual novel. (Disclaimer: I'm only on the first route of the latter.)
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''[[http://www.tthfanfic.org/Story-21031/DireSquirrel+Thinking+in+Little+Green+Boxes.htm Thinking In Little Green Boxes]]'', by [=DireSquirrel=]
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/{{ShadowAI}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, {{Deadpool}} (MarvelUniverse)
* ''Synopsis'': On the night baby Harry was supposed to go to the Dursleys, someone screwed up the addresses and dropped him off at 4 ''Privy'' Drive, currently inhabited by one [[{{Deadpool}} Wade Wilson]]. Ten years later, Harry gets his Hogwarts letter.
--> “Don’t worry, this can’t possibly be as bad as the time he stole Dr. Doom’s credit card and bought everything under the sun.”
--> In Latveria, a certain monarch was looking at his visa bill.
--> '''''[[CrowningMomentOfFunny “Who dares defile DOCTOR DOOM’S credit score?”]]'''''
* ''Comments'': Yes. Harry Potter as raised by the [[MoreDakka Merc]] [[CrazyAwesome With a]] [[NoFourthWall Mouth]] himself. ''The world will never be sane again.''
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*** [[{{FanFic/ThinkingInLittleGreenBoxes}} Has it's own page.]]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3983128/1/ Culture Shock]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/226550/Ruskbyte Ruskbyte]]
* ''Recommended by:'' @/{{ShadowAI}}, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Krisnack}}
* ''Fandoms:'' HarryPotter, TheCulture
* ''Synopsis:'' Harry Potter has just received his Hogwarts letter, but really doesn't want to go. After all, who would want to live on a ''planet'' of all things? Especially one where the inhabitants still think nuclear energy is an advanced technology. And let's not forget the 42,000 light year commute.
[=[[reviews:CultureShock]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1902150/1/A_Year_with_Q A Year With Q]]'', by Morena Evensong
* ''Recommended by'': acg452
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, [[StarTrekTheNextGeneration Star Trek]]
* ''Author's Description'': Q loses a bet with his son. Now he must pretend to be a sixth year student at Hogwarts without using any of his powers. How will Hogwarts react to the new student? Will Q survive the year?
* ''Description'': The above sums it up rather well. Q goes to Hogwarts for Sixth Year, and his son becomes the DADA teacher. Just... picture that for a moment. Most of the focus is ''not'' on Harry, which should come as no surprise to those familiar with [[LargeHam the Entity]] [[DeadpanSnarker Known as]] [[AGodAmI Q]]. Has a few cameo appearances by the various crews Q has mess- er, that is, a few of Q's friends show up from time to time.
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[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Mutant_Storm/Chapter_01__Aftermath_and_Consequences/ Mutant Storm]] by Bobmin
* ''Recommended by'': Milarqui, @/LooneyToons
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, XMen
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny, Scott/Jean, [[spoiler:Ron/Luna]], [[spoiler:Neville/Hermione]]
* ''Synopsis'': After Dumbledore tells him the Prophecy, an angry Harry explodes (figuratively) and discovers he has a strange power, combining intangibility, invisibility and teleportation. Going back to the Dursleys proves to be both a hindrance due to his depression and a chance to practice with his new powers. On the other side of the Atlantic, two powerful telepaths by the name of Charles Xavier and Jean Summers detect the appearance of a very powerful mutant in England... and Charles Xavier realises that he has to come clean on Jean's past.
* ''Comments'': It's much BetterThanItSounds, I can tell you. The first thing the wonderful duo did was to tell readers the fanfic was Harry/Ginny. At first, it explores how Harry reacts to his new powers and how this affects the X-Men as Jean Summers discovers that [[spoiler:she is Lily Evans' twin sister]], adopts [[spoiler:her nephew]] Harry and takes him to the X-Mansion. It then goes forward from that, passing over things such as the revelation of his mutant powers to the Order of the Phoenix, his going back to Hogwarts and how Voldemort plans to include the mutant community in the British Magical War. It includes a believable Manipulative!Dumbledore, Snape working more for Voldemort than Dumbledore (not on his own volition), a great (and funny) Wolverine, and, finally, a good development of a relationship between Harry and Ginny.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. It's not great literature and we get a fair amount of Ron-bashing, which is a typical feature of Bobmin's work, but it's still a fun read.
[=[[reviews:MutantStorm]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/501691/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_One_Ring_of_Power Harry Potter and the One Ring of Power]]'' by Technomad
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, LordOfTheRings.
* Recommended by Eoppen
* Synopsis: Voldemort tried to obtain the One Ring, but it was intercepted. Now, the Boy who Lived must take over the quest to Mordor, with Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and...''Draco Malfoy?''...as his companions.
** Comments: This may be the first full-length ''Lord of the Rings/Harry Potter'' crossover. The author gives us sections from the [=POVs=] of Harry himself, Ron, and Hermione. There are also nods to other writers, such as Lois [=McMaster=] Bujold, scattered through the text.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheOneRingOfPower]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3473224/1/The_Denarian_Renegade The Denarian Renegade]],'' its sequels ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3856581/1/The_Denarian_Knight The Denarian Knight]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4359957/1/The_Denarian_Lord The Denarian Lord]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5879832/1/The_Denarian_Variation The Denarian Variation]]'', and the extras ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4355372/1/The_Denarian_Omakes The Denarian Omakes]]'' by Shezza88
* ''Fandoms'': ''HarryPotter'' and ''TheDresdenFiles''
* Recommended by Jinx, @/LooneyToons, @/{{Seraviel}}, acg452
* ''Synopsis'': A seven-year-old Harry finds a blackened silver coin at a low moment in his life.
* ''Comments'': Harry is delightfully snarky and beautifully balanced between good and evil. It also has the best written Dumbledore I've ever read.
* Seconded by @/LooneyToons: And don't miss its sequels ''The Denarian Knight'' and ''The Denarian Lord'', and the extras ''The Denarian Omakes''.
** Harry becomes an insufferable JerkAss MarySue within the first three chapters, and remains such throughout the next thirty. Despite excellent plotting, quality writing, and an amazingly well-characterized Dumbledore, YourMileageMayVary quite a bit.
** Thirded by acg452: Not necessarily a MarySue ''per se''. He ''is'' quite powerful, given that he's [[spoiler: sharing brain space with a Fallen Angel]], but he has his fair share of problems. For instance, [[spoiler: getting the coin stolen at least twice,]] Voldemort [[spoiler: blowing up his apartment]] and pressing Harry's BerserkButton by [[spoiler: burning Meciel's silk sheets]]. And aside from his small circle of friends, namely [[spoiler: Meciel, Dumbledore, Amanda, and Amaris]], the last of which is [[spoiler: his only blood kin]], it's pretty clear most people wouldn't mind him just dying off. That said, he doesn't give two shits about them either, so it all works out. Also, the series is now complete! Boo Ya!
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''[[http://www.tenhawkpresents.com/viewstory.php?sid=35&chapter=1 Alexander Harris and the Shadow Council]]'' by Tenhawk
* Recommended by Spooner Wilkins
* Fandoms: HarryPotter, AddamsFamily, BuffyTheVampireSlayer
* ''Synopsis'': So far this is a threeway crossover between the Addams Family, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Harry Potter. The main focus is on Xander Harris and Wednesday Addams as they they go to Hogwarts but Hermione from the "Golden Trio" does get her share of the story. The story starts of with a slight retelling of the first Harry Potter book and unravels it as Xander works his particular brand of chaos. This could well be described as a day-in-the-life story.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6285292/1/The_Hero The Hero]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1990887/GreyFitti GreyFitti]]
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Fullmetal Alchemist}}.
* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place during Chamber of Secrets for Harry Potter and post Conqueror of Shamballa for Fullmetal Alchemist. When Ed and Al went back to close the gate to their world, the gate drops Ed into Hogwarts. There, he starts working as the Alchemy Professor to find a way home. But, the trio becomes suspicious of Ed...
* ''Pairing(s)'': None.
* ''Comments'': Complete. This story is well-written and a good read. Though, Edward does speak with a German accent and the story is mostly seen in his third person point of view. I find this crossover very interesting, from beginning to end, it thrilled me.
[=[[reviews:TheHero]]=]
''[[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/55761.html Percy Weasley: Vampire Hunter]]'' by [[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/profile Viola]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Angel}}
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find another job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom, Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
[=[[reviews:PercyWeasleyVampireHunter]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4107092/1/12_Moves_Sideways 12 Moves Sideways]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/745409/Silver_Pard Silver Pard]]
* Recommended by {{aimsme}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Synopsis'': After the Yotsuba Arc, Light becomes the new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher. Harry decides he needs watching.
* ''Comments'': Despite being short compared to most of the others on this list, 12 Moves Sideways packs a powerful punch. It's beautiful, almost wistful, with hints of something darker- it might just be because this Troper is a Light fan, but her heart ''broke'' at the Erised scene.
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[[folder: DayInTheLimeLight fics]]
''Fics that re-tell canon from another character's POV and focus on that character's experiences.''
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=1026&chapno=1 The Very Secret Diary]]'' by Arabella
* Recommended by Anthiens, @/ShayGuy, Marjojo, @/SaltyWound, boonerunner, @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': It's the exchanges between Tom Riddle's diary and Ginny Weasley...
* ''Comments'': Tom Riddle/Voldemort's MindRape of Ginny. It's ''really'' horrific but it's ''damn'' fine writing. Oh Gods, it's awful but it's so fricking well written.
** @/ShayGuy: Seconded big time. This made me want to find my copy of ''Chamber of Secrets'' just so I could reread the part where the bastard gets what's coming to him. Substitute all instances of "Virginia" for "Ginevra" and this would be in my personal canon. ('''LATER EDIT:''' Reading [[http://www.kitwhitfield.com/2008/09/depression-and-childrens-fiction.html this essay]] gave me some extra food for thought on the later chapters.)
** LULU: Thirded. Tom Riddle is so sick. I read it in one sitting. Poor, poor Ginny.
** @/SaltyWound: Fourthed. The detail put into Riddle's character is so damn good. It also made me feel ''really'' bad for Ginny, a character I used to despise (I'm a Harry/Hermione shipper and proud of it).
** @/{{Roo}}: One of the best characterizations of Tom Riddle ever; he's just charming enough (especially in the early stages of the fic) that you understand why Ginny opens up to him so completely, but knowing who and what he is, it's easy enough to read between the lines and see his absolute contempt for the poor girl he's manipulating and using. This fic is ''dark'' and ''creepy'' and manages to really convey the evil of Voldemort without falling back on the old "murder and torture" crutch, and apart from a few details like Ginny's full name is perfectly canon compliant. Very, very highly recommended.
** @/{{MtheR}}: Unreserved sixth, although there's not much that I can say that the tropers above me haven't.
** Keshia: Seventh, oh boy... while the "Virginia" thing initially annoyed me, I totally got over it by the third chapter. Best characterisation of Voldemort I have ever read. He's was so charming in the first few chapters ''I'' almost believed him. He went from this to the personification of HighOctaneNightmareFuel.
** RE: "Virginia", let's keep in mind that this fic was written prior to the release of Order of the Phoenix, during the "three year summer" after Goblet of Fire. It wasn't yet known that Ginny's real name was Ginevra. And yeah, I'd like to eighth this recc. The Very Secret Diary is a great example of fanfiction done so well that it improves upon the reader's appreciation of canon. Arabella's [[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=661 Hermione, Queen of Witches]] fics are also fantastic-- much less dark than VSD, but just as well written. She wrote a Queen of Witches fic for each of Books 1-4, with a partial one for Book 5. They're a hilarious take on life as Hermione sees it, and like most [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php Sugarquill]] fics, heavy on the good ship Ron/Hermione.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2439980/1/The_Girl_Nobody_KnowsASoliloquy The Girl Nobody Knows: A Soliloquy]]'' by Technomad
* Recommended by Eoppen
* ''Synopsis:'' Hermione's POV on the first five books' events -- and she's not nearly as nice as everybody in the fandom thinks she is.
* ''Comments:'' This version of Hermione's nearly sociopathic -- or, at least, a close relative of [[{{Discworld}} Lord Vetenari]] ''and'' [[{{Blackadder}} Edmund Blackadder]]. And it's all canon-compliant up to the end of Book 5.
[=[[reviews:TheGirlNobodyKnowsASoliloquy]]=]
''[[http://iulia-linnea.insanejournal.com/388907.html His Mother's Son]]'' by [[http://iulia-linnea.insanejournal.com/ Iulia Linnea]]
* Recommended by @/{{Lagomorph}}
* ''Synopsis'': Ron discovers that there are worse things than becoming his mum -- and that those things aren't necessarily so terrible when faced as a father.
* ''Comments'': One of the stories that turned me from indifferent benevolence to actual respect for Ron.
[=[[reviews:HisMothersSon]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4172226/1/A_Hero A Hero]]'', by Celebony
* Recommended by Comartemis, @/EddieCurrent
* ''Synopsis:'' It takes a lot of courage to face down a dark lord once, much less four or five times. But it takes a completely different brand of courage to question the way things are, to deal with the idea that your world isn't as perfect as you think it is. Dudley Dursley, meet character development.
* ''Comments:'' A pleasant and insightful one-shot that came completely out of left field at me while browsing through the favorites listings of some of the authors listed on this page. If the idea of Dudley being more than just an overfed whale with a bullying streak makes you uncomfortable, avoid this fic at all costs. But to anyone and everyone who cheered when Dudley made his famous "I don't hate you" line in ''Deathly Hallows''... read it. Read it ''NOW''.
** Edward adds: Any comment I can think of would ruin a damn fine story. I have [[strike: never read a Potter Book all the way through]] only recently remedied that prior remark, and ''still'' think this is awesome.
[=[[reviews:AHero]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=2023&chapno=1 Mind's Eye, Soul's Reflection]]'' by Mysterious Muggle
* Recommended by: J the Drafter
* ''Synopsis:'' The fifth ''Harry Potter'' book from Luna Lovegood's point of view, in third person. Explains what Luna experienced, why she thinks the way she does, and the way she grows as she acquires friends.
* ''Comments:'' This is a wonderful character study on Luna, as well as a wonderful story. It's the only fic I've read that actually ''explains'' Luna in a deeply thought-out manner.
** Comartemis: Far too often I see fanfics that turn Luna's [[CloudCuckooLander unique]] personality into a [[ObfuscatingStupidity mask]] covering a much more normal (read: ''[[PossessionSue boring]]'') character underneath. This fic, thankfully, is not one of those. Luna is more in-character here than I've ever seen her in any other fanfic; she's wonderfully nutty and totally bonkers, but she's also a person with weaknesses and insecurities, not just a [[CrazyAwesome strange]] girl who happens to be a lot of fun to read. Luna fans everywhere owe it to themselves to read this fic.
[=[[reviews:MindsEyeSoulsReflection]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4315906/1/Dumbledores_Army_and_the_Year_of_Darkness Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness]]'' by Thanfiction ([[DumbledoresArmyAndTheYearOfDarkness Link to tropes page]])
* Recommended by @/{{Rogue 7}}, @/AcrossTheStars, @/YoAdrian, [[{{Tropers/Ptitlejg85gcuj}} Ms. Byrd]], @/{{Superior}}, boonerunner
* ''Synopsis'': Follow Neville Longbottom as he rises to the challenge that is the title Commander of Dumbledore's Army, doing his best to keep the school alive and safe from the Carrows while preparing for one last all-or-nothing stand against Lord Voldemort... and maybe finding love along the way.
* ''Warnings'': Possible Triggers, Chauvinistic in places, Dark Tone, Blood, Gore, Character Death. '''YourMileageMayVary'''
[=[[reviews:DumbledoresArmyAndTheYearOfDarkness]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3728284/1/ In the Words of Ginerva Molly Potter]]'' by thejealousone
* Recommended by johnhoftb
* ''Synopsis'': A retelling of the 7 books from Ginny's POV.
* ''Comments'': Not having read this story in awhile, I'm not going to say much, but this is absolutely one of the best stories I've read. The romance is a major part of the story and the author tries to mimic Rowling's writing style while trying to put their own style into it. Also, put Rowling herself as a magical author, which is awesome in itself.
* Cautiously recommended by [=FrankRonaldOrion=]. The main issue is that Ginny starts to slip into Mary Sue-dom as the story goes on. Is there really any reason for [[spoiler:Ginny to have discovered that Snape was protecting the school far before Harry does?]] The well written parts are the romance parts, although it gets a little cheesy. If you need something really light and fluffy to read, this is a good start.
[=[[reviews:InTheWordsOfGinervaMollyPotter]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3701099/1/Elogium_Sine_Nomine Elogium Sine Nomine]]'' by Rhaella
* Recommended by @/RBMIfan
* ''Synopsis'': Oneshot. Regulus Black. To sign the letter is to acknowledge the deed, and even now, he cannot fully bring himself to do so.
* ''Comments'': A unique and insightful look into the character of Regulus Black. This fic is a short narration of Regulus writing the letter that Harry finds with the fake necklace horcrux, describing his thoughts and state of mind, and I have to say it's one of the better written Harry Potter fanfics out there. A must read for anyone interested in this ''very'' minor character.
[=[[reviews:ElogiumSineNomine]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4772789/1/Six_Years_Six_Applicants Six Years, Six Applicants]]'' by Sarah1281
* Recommended by @/{{Tobu}}, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Synopsis'': Chronicling Dumbledore's never-ending and sometimes desperate attempts to fill the Defense Against the Dark Arts postion with anyone but Snape and Snape's persistent attempts to land the job anyway.
* ''Comments'': This yearly ritual is a good way to flesh out two indomitable personalities. Excellent humour, then becomes something more emotional as the books darken.
** @/UncloudedTJ: A very good look into what Snape did every year and his interactions with Dumbledore and the one ultimately chosen are usually very hilarious. It does get serious at points but overall it shows Dumbledore being TheDumbledore to Snape's never reducing eagerness to be the Defense Professor.
[=[[reviews:SixYearsSixApplicants]]=]
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?storyid=661&chapno=1 Hermione, Queen of Witches, Book One]]'' by Arabella
* Recommended by @/{{MtheR}}
* ''Synopsis'': The secret diary of Hermione Granger, Year One. This story was written prior to the release of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
* ''Comments'': This (and its three sequels) are a retelling of the first four books, as told by Hermione to her enchanted diary. A retelling of the fifth book was started and abandoned, but the first four are fantastic, and remain some of my favorite Harry Potter fanfiction, some five years after I first read them. Hermione's voice is spot on, and the diary's "brain," Gwen, is a great character in her own right.
[=[[reviews:HermioneQueenOfWitchesBookOne]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/alicat/TS.html Thin Skin]]'' by Alicat
* Recommended by @/{{KhymChanur}}
* ''Synopsis'': Marietta didn't want to betray her friends to Umbridge. Why did she? What is it like being Cho's best friend? Will the word SNEAK ever be erased?
* ''Comments'': An interesting look at why Marietta snitched to Umbridge. Also covers her Hogwarts life from her first year to the end of her sixth year.
[=[[reviews:ThinSkin]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5129305/1/Phoenix_Tears_or_Hermione_Granger_and_the_DH Phoenix Tears or, Hermione Granger and the DH]]'' by grangerous
* Recommended by Fenro
* ''Synopsis'': Sequel to Phoenix Song or, Hermione Granger and the HBP.(Read this first.) By the time of Dumbledore's death, Hermione and Snape had worked together for a whole year. Now, however, they both have very different and very difficult tasks ahead of them.
* Pairing(s):SS/HG
* Tags: Canon-complient, HBP & DH spoilers (except for the epilouge)
[=[[reviews:PhoenixTearsOrHermioneGrangerAndTheDH]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2859846/1/No_Heroes_Here No Heroes Here]]'' by Bil
* Recommended by Sanitys Papercut
* "Synopsis": They all waited for Harry to save them. But Neville knew Harry wasn't a hero, Harry was just a boy. WARNING: not HBP-complient.
[=[[reviews:NoHeroesHere]]=]
[[/folder]]
[[folder: {{Continuation}} fics]]
''Fics that continue the story from where the books left off''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5460511/1/ Ambient]]'', by Caliburn
* Recommended by Rolla
* ''Synopsys'': The final battle took place at Hogwarts, between Dumbledore and Voldemort. The events that happened there are quite unknown to all but the sole witness, Harry Potter. The aftermath was felt throughout Britain, most strongly at the areas surrounding Hogwarts. An oppressive leeching force drained the ambient magic innately required by all wards, structural magics and indeed the humans themselves. This force was known as the "Ambient Loss" and its origin and reason are unknown. Britain is now a no-mans-land; murders are frequent, as are muggings. But the things which they steal are not merely your possessions, but your very vitae itself. In a land where power is all you have, and blood itself is indicative of that power, can you survive with your body and morals intact?
* ''Comments'' Excellent story, very few obvious mistakes, great plot. The plot itself is more of a twofold plot with a personal one focusing on Harry and the people he interacts with and effects. Along with a larger plot focusing why the Ambient Loss occurred, and why Harry is seemingly immune to it. Great characterization all around; Harry is slightly cracked, as is everyone around him, leading to interesting characters who are not merely defined by those cracks and seem to evolve. The villains are delightfully twisted and the post-apoc setting is done disturbingly well. As to the rest, read it yourself.
[=[[reviews:Ambient]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3979062/1/ Hogwarts Houses Divided]]''
* Recommended by Fireangel265, @/{{Roo}}, @/ShadowAI, Kittastrophe, Hazl, [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]], Moo92
* ''Synopsis'':The war is over, and all is well, they say, but the wounds remain unhealed. Bitterness divides the Houses of Hogwarts. Can the first children born since the war's end begin a new era, or will the enmities of their parents be their permanent legacy?
* ''Comments'': Tells the story of Teddy Lupin's first year at Hogwarts. Not only does this story ''feel'' like a Harry Potter book, but it stuck so close to the {{Word of God}} that I had to remind myself after reading that this is not actually canon. WARNING: Even though Harry and the rest of the gang make an appearence, this is mainly about Teddy and the kids he's going to Hogwarts with. Expect a lot of OC.
** @/{{Roo}}: Words cannot express how much this is seconded. The writing is absolutely amazing, capturing the tone and feel of Rowling's world and characters but still with its own twist on it. The dialogue is brilliant, all the canon characters are in character, and the original characters are entertaining and likeable. Best of all, no character bashing, no overpowered Super!characters, no [[AuthorFilibuster Author Filibusters]], and a decent plot that develops in a logical way. Look for the Sorting Hat in one of its best fanfic roles to date!
** [[Tropers/MtheR MtheR]]: Wow. So very seconded. I wasn't really expecting much from this fic--and in fact, I didn't love the first couple of chapters--since, as a rule, I tend not to love continuation fics. But it was good enough to keep me reading, and I'm incredibly glad I did. Some of the best [=OCs=] I've seen, including perhaps my favorite ever: Ophilia Karait.
** Moo92: Wow, I adore this fic. I wish it were canon.
[=[[reviews:HogwartsHousesDivided]]=]
''[[http://community.livejournal.com/hp10k_showcase/7219.html Glass Half Full]]'' by [[http://pir8fancier.livejournal.com/ Pir8fancier]]
* Recommended by @/{{Lagomorph}}
* ''Synopsis'': Twenty years after the battle at Hogwarts, it's not happily ever after.
* ''Warnings'': Substance abuse, filthy language, lots of smoking references
* ''Comments'': Ron/Pansy, in a way that doesn't make my head explode.
[=[[reviews:GlassHalfFull]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2612901/1/Theres_Always_a_Way There's Always A Way]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~starkan Starkan]] (a.k.a. [[http://www.viridiandreams.net/ Viridian]])
* Recommended by @/{{Rogue 7}}, Psalm of Fire, @/LooneyToons
* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot response to the "Marriage Law" plot hook. When research regarding declining birthrates and rising squib numbers comes to light (too much pureblood inbreeding, naturally), the Ministry has a complete meltdown and passes a law that requires all unwed purebloods to marry halfbloods and muggleborns in an effort to remedy the situation. Of course the Ministry being the wretched hive of corruption and injustice that it is, the process quickly turns draconian and oppressive, but when Ginny and Hermione are matched up with Lucius and Draco, an injured Harry puts his foot down and calls in [[CareerKillers some outside assistance...]]
* ''Comments'': Imagine the protagonist of ''BurnNotice'' set in the ''HarryPotter'' 'verse. Wonderfully snarky and intelligent.
** Psalm of Fire: I'm not a big fan of anything short of epic length, but I love S'Tarkan/Viridian's writing so much I had to read everything he's written. I wasn't disappointed, this oneshot is a whole bunch of fun!
** @/{{Seraviel}}: This is the ultimate shortfic. Viridian proves with this that he can write more than epics.
** rinsimyaldee: This Troper has to disagree, this fic did not impress. I am not really a fan of Viridian's writing style, so this fic was really just more of the same. There was simply not enough detail here, I know it is a oneshot, but it seemed to gloss over the only aspects of the story I really wanted to see, and left out any development for a potentially awesome character. Perhaps a two-shot or three-shot might have redeemed this fic, but as is, it didn't meet standard.
** @/{{Comartemis}}: Rec thirded. [[{{Understatement}} Not exactly an epic saga]], but a good read if you just want to burn five or ten minutes.
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''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall/Wizards_Fall.php Wizards Fall]]'' by Bobmin
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, @/{{Dor}}
* ''Synopsis:'' In the aftermath of the defeat of Voldemort, the Wizarding World goes down a path almost as dark as Tom Riddle's. And in response, Harry, Hermione and Luna find themselves forced to take the most drastic possible measures in order to save the best of the world in which they grew up.
* ''Comments:'' Like many Bobmin works, this is a Harry/Hermione ship and features Super!Harry. However, even if those two traits usually turn you off from a fic, don't pass this one by. Well-written and unlike anything else out there in my experience, ''Wizards Fall'' will have you simultaneously hating and pitying the villains of the piece even as the heroes' success is vaguely bittersweet. Features one of the most extraordinary versions of Luna Lovegood I've ever seen in fanfic.
[=[[reviews:WizardsFall]]=]
::Although this is a stand-alone story, it has spawned several sequels:
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_FallRescuing_the_Rescuer/Wizards_FallRescuing_the_Rescuer.php Rescuing the Rescuer]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_FallPuff_and_the_Magic_School_Bus/Wizards_FallPuff_and_the_Magic_School_Bus.php Puff and the Magic School Bus]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall_Down_the_Rabbit_Hole/Wizards_Fall_Down_the_Rabbit_Hole.php Down the Rabbit Hole]]''
** ''[[http://bobmin.fanficauthors.net/Wizards_Fall_The_Truth_is_Out_There/Wizards_Fall_The_Truth_is_Out_There.php The Truth Is Out There]]''
''[[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=619 After the End]]'' by Arabella and Zsenya
* Recommended by @/CaptainTimesink, Marjojo
* ''Synopsis'': What happens after Hogwarts and Voldemort's defeat. Extrapolates an ending to the series, which had many elements that actually ended up happening in canon, and shows the characters assimilating to "normal" life without Voldemort.
* ''Comments'': Quite possibly the best fanfic This Troper has ever read. Warning: mild Sirius/Remus slash.
* This Troper is shocked to see only three reccs for this incredible fic. First of all, it was written entirely before the release of Order of the Phoenix. The amount that it gets right in terms of characterization and plot prediction is impressive, to say the least. It's easily the best fanfic I've ever read, and I'm not just saying that because it is what got me into fandom as a sixteen year old. It's epic in scope with close to NINE HUNDRED PAGES in length, more than 40 chapters! And it covers so many relationships, developing the characters in a way that's convincing and compelling. Pairings include: Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione (these first two were [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php The Sugarquill]]'s M.O.), Remus/Sirius, Bill/Fleur, Charlie/Cho, Percy/Penelope. You'll find yourself rooting for all these ships by the end of this epic. There are plenty of original characters introduced who you'll care about, too. Honestly, I think Arabella & Zsenya's idea of the Harry/Voldemort final battle was more dramatic and interesting than what happened in canon. Although it definitely didn't result in immediate peace... because the entirety of ATE is about dealing with the aftermath of the war.
[=[[reviews:AfterTheEnd]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1346923/1/The_Children The Children]]'' by samvimes
* Recommended by [=FatRat=]
* ''Synopsis'': After the war, we gather to remember. And none of us escape unscathed, least of all Draco Malfoy...
* ''Comments'': Am angsty one shot written way before [=OotP=] but is still moving to this day.
[=[[reviews:TheChildren]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4260581/1/Lessons_Learned Lessons Learned]]'' by loveadubdub (Next Gen)
* Recommended by Renagirl9
* ''Synopsis'': My shrink says I repress feelings and emotions. She told me once that I have trouble "admitting reality" to myself. Now, I don't know if that's true. After all, I don't have the fancy Psychological Healing degree, do I?
* ''Comments'': Not just about Rose and Scorpius. It's about basically every next gen character there is plus a few OC's. What I liked about it was that it was real. This is how you would expect the next gen kids to end up since they are bound to be spoiled and chased by media all their lives. I like how they are all such egotistical brats at the beginning and even though a few of them still are at the end (cough, James, cough) most of the kids (including Rose) have learned their lessons. It's my favorate Next Gen fic.
[=[[reviews:LessonsLearned]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3733492/1/The_Apprentice_and_the_Necromancer The Apprentice and the Necromancer]]'' by [=JunoMagic=]
* Recommended by Fenro
* Pairing(s): SS/HG
* Synopsis: Snape lives and marries Hermione.—MLC with a twist turns into AU-sequel of DH with new dangers, old secrets, and much more.—Virtual penny dreadful. Many short episodes with adventure, romance, a dash of hurt/comfort, and a sprinkling of horror.
* Comments: At 251 chapters, this story is an epic. It expands on ''The tale of the Three Brothers'' very creatively. It also explores the art of Necromancy. Overall, very well done. This story is complete.
[=[[reviews:TheApprenticeAndTheNecromancer]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6191311/1/Wonder_what_happened_after_the_Battle_of_Hogwarts Ever wonder what happened to me after the Battle of Hogwarts?]]'' by [=KissedByFire=]
* Recommended by @/{{MaybeYesMaybeNo}}
* ''Synopsis'': Omni-canon one-shot of about five thousand words. Uses existing fanfiction material to outline everything that happens following book seven. The mega-happy ending from the early years, toward the Epilogue, and well beyond.
* ''Comments'': Written specifically for the members of tvtropes/fanfic/recommendations page.
** @/{{Darkaros}}: It's... interesting. It's a fairy-tale, super happy ending that honestly TastesLikeDiabetes in a [[GodModeSue "we just accomplished everything possible +1"]] sense. I wouldn't say it's a bad fic at all, but it just doesn't seem like something I'd ever pick up and read again. Entertaining read-through, however, and certainly does tie together many fanon concepts, as noted in the second chapter (author notes).
[=[[reviews:EverWonderWhatHappenedToMeAfterTheBattleOfHogwarts]]=]
''[[http://sciathan-file.livejournal.com/69180.html Death and King's Cross]]'' by sciathan file
* Recommended by Wookiee and Shinji117
* ''Synopsis:'' Who knew death had etiquette enough to be personalized? Post-DH Afterlife story.
* Comments: Absolutely amazing, beautifully written one-shot comprised of snippets of varying lengths featuring the dead characters, mostly those who died during ''Deathly Hallows''. Each afterlife is brilliantly tailored to the character (there's the epic meeting of [[spoiler:Fred Weasley]], mirrors, and James and Sirius), and leaves enough ambiguity and unanalyzed meaning to make the reader think for a long time and re-read over and over. It's also completely canon. Sirius and Dobby's interludes were especially poignant to this troper.
** Seconded. The ones that stood out for me were Peter's and Dumbledore's. I have only once ({{RE-TAKE}}) before actually had to cover my mouth to stop sobbing at a fanfic, and I certainly didn't expect to at the line "Sherbet Lemon?". Context (but MASSIVE spoiler): [[spoiler: he's offering it to Ariana and his mother]]. [[TearJerker Oh Gods.]]
[=[[reviews:DeathAndKingsCross]]=]
''[[http://fanfiction.portkey.org/index.php?act=read&storyid=8254&chapterid=1 Remembering With Joy]]'' by puck_nc.
* Recommended by Eoppen.
* ''Synopsis:'' An AU fic, H/Hr, where Harry and Hermione are remembering Ron on Mexico's ''Dia de los Muertos.''
* ''Comments:'' I loved this fic for its seamless combination of the world of Harry Potter and Mexican culture; Harry and Hermione are on holiday in Mexico after Voldemort's downfall, and know nothing about the Day of the Dead until they run smack into it. The part where they create a ''Dia de los Muertos'' altar in their hotel room, in memory of their fallen friend, is poignant and beautifully written.
[=[[reviews:RememberingWithJoy]]=]
''[[http://www.cosforums.com/showthread.php?t=110679 The ASP at Hogwarts]]'' by Inkwolf
* Recommended by Sevenofdiamonds
* ''Synopsis'': The adventures of Albus Severus Potter in his first year at Hogwarts after he is sorted into Slytherin.
* ''Comments'': This fic is very much in the spirit of the earlier HP books. It's humorous, fun, and at times heartwarming and poignant. There's lots of small school adventures as well as an ongoing plot, and some great world building of the post-Voldemort culture. It also does a good job of portraying the Slytherin house and non-evil Slytherins.
[=[[reviews:TheASPAtHogwarts]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6536945/1/ The Third Wizarding War: The Story of Miles Brand]]'' by [=McJunker=]
* Recommended by [=McJunker=]
* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension. At least one MoralEventHorizon once per story arc.
* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing and violence had by all. Basically, what would happen if a trio of villains instead of heroes were on the run during Deathly Hallows?
[=[[reviews:TheThirdWizardingWarTheStoryOfMilesBrand]]=]
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[[folder: Shipping Fics]]
''Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.''
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2559745/1/Learning_to_Breathe Learning to Breathe]]'', by onoM
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}, @/UncloudedTJ, @/{{Seraviel}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis'': Harry Potter is 16 years old. He's already defeated Voldemort, with the help of his Godfather Sirius Black. Now he is in for the biggest challenge of his life: attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
* ''Comments'': Based on an idea originally posted by Jeconais, this is what happens when you mix ''HarryPotter'' and ''FullMetalPanic'' without actually making any kind of crossover. Harry plays the embattled war hero trying to fit into civilian life after killing Voldemort and being instructed to attend Hogwarts by Sirius, and he does so about as well as Sousuke does (Ginny, incidentally, takes up Kaname's role, though she plays it quite differently than Miss Chidori does). Despite the comical premise, the story is fairly serious and has occasionally gruesome scenes from battlefields and missions in Harry's past, so the faint of heart should be prepared to skip scenes here and there. What's more, by virtue of the premise Harry is something of an ultracompetent Super!Harry, but the focus of the story is much more on Harry trying to fit into civilian life than on Harry battling Death Eaters and he's not invincible by any means, so this isn't really detrimental to the story.
[=[[reviews:LearningToBreathe]]=]
''[[http://www.foreverfandom.net/viewstory.php?sid=10482 Love Me For the Beauty Within]]'' by Silverness ([[SlashFic slasher]])
* Recommended by @/{{Whatshisface}}
* ''Comments'': An interesting fan fic that halfway deconstructs gender-bending, and explores the effect it would have on someone.
[=[[reviews:LoveMeForTheBeautyWithin]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3160475/1/Harry_McGonagall Harry McGonagall]]'' and the sequel (still in progress) ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5820125/1/Harry_Potter_McGonagall Harry Potter McGonagall]]''
* Recommended by Shinji117
* Pairings: Harry/Hermione (but avoids RonTheDeathEater and DracoInLeatherPants)
* ''Synopsis'': After spending a day observing the Dursleys, [=McGonagall=] decides that Dumbledore is making a mistake in giving Harry to them. She waits until Albus leaves Potter on the doorstep before kidnapping him and giving him to her sister's family to take care of. To protect Potter, she also hides his scar and conceals his identity. And teaches him Occulmancy [[CrowningMomentOfFunny much to Snape's dismay.]] Harry and Hermione don't meet Ron at the station, and instead get put into Ravenclaw. [[CrowningMomentOfFunny Much]] [[CrowningMomentOfAwesome Awesomeness]] [[TheChessmaster Occurs]].
* ''Comments'': [[TheChessmaster Brainy!Potter and Hermione]] work very well together. The story explains why Harry is suddenly rather more intelligent than his canon-counterpart believably. The pairing actually makes sense (Ron doesn't ''meet'' Hermione for quite some time, and even then is in Gryffindor and has little impact on the story, and Ginny, like the entire wizarding world, doesn't know where 'The Chosen One' is or if he is alive). The HumiliationConga pulled on Snape is incredible, and the author seems to enjoy calling out logical flaws in the canon characters (for example, Blood Quills are illegal, with a possible Azkaban sentance for black artifacts. So Harry and Hermione report Umbridge to Amelia Bones. Problem solved. And then Harry asks Hermione if Umbridge really was stupid enough to think that they would be stubborn and put up with it.) The author doesn't seem to like Dumbledore all that much, catching him up in the HumiliationConga that hits Snape in the first year, and occasionally giving him the IdiotBall (most prominently in the trial), but it doesn't really detract from the story. All in all, one of the best Harry/Hermione fics I have run into. And don't instantly assume that just because Harry is in Ravenclaw the story is bad. It isn't.
** CaellachTigerEye: YMMV. There's no doubt it's well-written, but whether the ''style'' is you cup of tea depends. I personally am not a fan of stories giving such a ridiculous edge to Harry's side from the start, since it detracts from the well-balanced pacing of canon. Furthermore, the main characters' characterisation feels borderline Sue-ish. More importantly though, the author can ''not'' write children very well - they're either too immature for me to believe in, or far too mature and intelligent despite their age. It makes me wonder if the author has any experience with people of that age recently ... the writing might avert the DiLP or RtDE, but it still over-perfects Harry and Hermione in my eyes. And the romance is just ... ''painful''. People joke about Harry liking Hermione when he's ''eleven''. Seriously ... you only need read a few more stories to see the consistency in the author's narrative style as presented herein, which ditches proper character growth, development and change in favour of this, which tends to REALLY drag. Evidently, it has it's good points, but in my personal opinion they don't redeem the many faults ... the alt-fic ''Magical Relations'' is a better choice for a story in which early changes make for a less suspenseful plot (lack of suspense isn't bad, but when nothing else really appeals to you it's not something you'll want spend your time on ... As I said, good in many ways, just not necessarily in the ways I enjoy my fiction.
[=[[reviews:HarryMcGonagall]]=]
''[[http://www.siye.co.uk/siye/viewstory.php?sid=11410 Harry Potter and the Twist of Time]]'' by Grand Poobah
* Recommended by Clendy82
* ''Comments'': I have rarely come across a fanfic of such high quality as this. A novel-length alternative version of the seventh year, this story stays extremely true to OriginalFlavor and canon compliance. I think it compares quite favorably to Rowling's own seventh-year work, though it is tilted much more heavily towards [[SlidingScaleOfIdealismVersusCynicism Idealism]] than ''The Deathly Hallows''. [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming Heartwarming moments]] abound, and I guarantee you will like the epilogue of this one much more than the official version. The only real complaint is that Harry is somewhat more ''pro''active than usual while Voldemort is somewhat more ''re''active. But that is a minor complaint at best. Highest possible recommendation.
** It's been pointed out to me that the version I posted above is somewhat abridged due to the censorship policy of the host site. After a little bit of digging, I've found the [[http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=1852 original version here]]. Be warned, there are several passages which can safely be considered NC-17. Very nice writing either way. You're not missing out on anything storywise by going with the edited version; it just depends on your own preferences. Do you take your stories LighterAndSofter? Or just a [[EroticDream little bit more risque]]? Or a [[GoodPeopleHaveGoodSex bit more risque]]? Or even something [[ConvenientlyCommonKink just a bit more]] than that?
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheTwistOfTime]]=]
''[[http://jeconais.fanficauthors.net/This_Means_War/index.php This Means War!]]'' by Jeconais
* Recommended by @/{{Comartemis}}
* ''Pairings'': Ginny/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': When the brothers Weasly make the mistake of scaring off Ginny's most recent boyfriend "for her own good", Ginny decides to get revenge by making a long-delayed move on Harry. What starts off as an amusing seduction attempt transforms into a prank war between the Weasly brothers and Harry while the students (and faculty) of Hogwarts place their bets. Somewhere along the way, the plot transforms into Harry finishing off Voldemort by completely wrecking his latest schemes with a lot of luck and "the power the Dark Lord knows not."
* ''Comments'': Not canon-compliant, and includes a retcon that saves Sirius's bacon after ''Order of the Phoenix,'' but is absolutely hilarious when it wants to be; this troper almost put himself in stitches when Fred and George reenacted the Frenchman scene from ''MontyPythonAndTheHolyGrail'' with Voldemort's Death Eaters during the siege of Hogwarts.
** Tentatively seconded by moberemk -- the fic is bloody hilarious, but towards the second half of the story it turns more into "Harry Is Perfect" suefic territory. Still funny, mind, but sometimes more in the category of So Bad that it's Good unintentional hilarity than actual jokes. He masters apparition in one lesson, fercryin'outloud!
*** Definite third by Goldstein. Yes, it can be seen as a sort of suefic of the perfect sue sort, I always felt it was more of a parody of such. The entire premise is more or less that Harry can literally do anything he wants, because he doesn't know what isn't possible. I felt that the plot excuses the almost Mary Sue characterization.
** Ronfar: I'm disappointed; I was promised an EscalatingWar of increasingly ridiculous pranks, and [[TheyWastedAPerfectlyGoodPlot didn't get it]]! It's amusing but rarely laugh-out-loud funny, and it seems to have been started before ''Half-Blood Prince'' was published. (It ignores all post-''Order of the Phoenix'' canon.) It's cute and competently written, but don't expect too much from it.
[=[[reviews:ThisMeansWar]]=]
''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/TPOU.html Paradigm of Uncertainty]], [[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/TSTNE.html The Show That Never Ends]],'' and ''[[http://www.fictionalley.org/authors/lori/HWATF.html Hero With A Thousand Faces]],'' by Lori (AU)
* Recommended by @/{{Darktalon}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Hermione
* ''Synopsis'': The first is an AlternateUniverse [[{{Shipping}} Harry/Hermione]] {{Continuation}} fic, written before ''Order of the Phoenix'' with enough twists to keep the attention of any fan who doesn't viscerally hate that pairing. The sequel dives headlong into MindScrew territory, and [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible many like it better for it.]] The third installment turns a major plot point of the series on its head, is even darker and {{MindScrew}}ier than its predecessors and sports a GainaxEnding.
* ''Comments'': Classics of the ''HarryPotter'' fandom. There is some mild [[SlashFic slash]] but (unlike the het content) nothing especially explicit. The [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ParadigmOfUncertainty/ Yahoo group]] contains some short stories from the same AlternateContinuity, as well as an authorised prequel duology that's also worth a read.
[=[[reviews:ParadigmOfUncertainty]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4079609/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Marriage_Contracts Harry Potter and the Marriage Contracts]]'' by Clell65619 (AU)
* Recommended by @/LooneyToons, lanky, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Daphne Greengrass
* ''Synopsis:'' It's Harry's seventh year. The war with Voldemort is over -- aided by Neville Longbottom, Harry won, but no one knows ''how,'' only that the Dark Lord is no more. The cost? The discovery of the manipulating ways of Albus Dumbledore, and Harry's estrangement from him and his tools -- the Weasleys, particularly Ginny, and by extension Hermione, who was forced to choose between him and boyfriend Ron. The rewards? Now that he's visibly unattached ''and'' the greatest hero of the Wizarding World, every family wants to offer him their daughters, and the marriage contracts begin to descend on him in droves.
* ''Comments:'' A pleasant little romance story set in an alternate universe with a stock Evil!Dumbledore, liberally laced with both comedy and drama. I especially enjoyed the RunningGag of Harry and Neville frustrating Dumbledore by telling increasingly outlandish accounts of how Voldemort was defeated -- some of which are the plots of other well-known ''Potter'' fanfics. Be warned, though, that the story does include sexual topics, without actually being a {{lemon}}.
** lanky adds: It's well worth the read if you're willing to accept the fact that the Weasley family could actually be evil and manipulative. While that premise tends to be off-putting, extraordinarily good writing and bang-on humor make it palatable.
** Chuckg adds: While Evil!Weasleys are at least part of the plot, be warned that Remus also gets to die alone, miserable, unloved, and vilified, when such was entirely unnecessary for the storyline.
** @/LooneyToons: Clell has [[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5835213/1/The_Marriage_Contracts_Redux rewritten the story]] to, in his words, "improve some of the story elements, cut down on the Weasley bashing, and generally make a bit more sense."
** @/EddieCurrent: The rewrites are MUCH reccomended. And you'll have read some of the fics Harry uses as tall tales... which makes it even funnier.
*** Though, Eddie adds, one should go in to Clell's fics warned that his Dumbledore ranges from misguided WellIntentionedExtremist to flat out CompleteMonster.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheMarriageContracts]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3717885/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Autumn_Swan Harry Potter and the Autumn Swan]]'' by Lord Akiyama (AU)
* Recommended by @/{{RubberLotus}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Cho, Sirius/[[spoiler:Hedwig]]
* ''Synopsis:'' If Harry had managed to ask Cho to the Yule Ball before Cedric did, how different would things turn out? See for yourself in this rewrite of books number four and up.
* ''Comments:'' A superb fanfic that sticks close to the books while still maintaining a believable Harry/Cho romance. Most notably, [[spoiler:Sirius doesn't die]].
** @/EddieCurrent would like to note that Akiyama deserves special praise for not having the ship he's writing instantly jump into each others arms, the cause of much wall banging in alternate ship fics. They are awkward with each other, they grow closer, they wonder at the emotions they are feeling... This is how to write the romance of a non-canon couple.
** @/{{Willyolio}}: WAT at Sirius's partner. that came out of nowhere. still not seeing where it's going. So far she seems like nothing more than an InnocentFanserviceGirl tossed in for AuthorAppeal. otherwise it's fairly good, though.
** While the story is quite interesting, its execution leaves something to be desired. This fic is guilty of one of the worst, most egregious violations of [[{{ptitleixk37p06}} Show, Don't Tell]] ever. Of all time. YourMilageMayVary.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheAutumnSwan]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1615369/1/Hufflepuff_existe ¡Hufflepuff existe!]]'' (Hufflepuff does exist!) by Tastatur. (In Spanish. SlashFic)
* Recommended by @/{{L-chan}}
* ''Pairings'': Justin Finn-Fletchey/[[spoiler:Cedric Diggory]], later Justin/Ernie Macmillan
* ''Synopsis'': Essentially, a retelling of ''Harry Potter'' books from the view of muggle-born student Justin Finn-Fletchey after he is sort into HufflepuffHouse, showing all what happens in the books from a interestingly different perspective.
* ''Comments'': Begins almost Gen, but soon goes into the exploration on Justin's sexual identity issues. One of the few fics who show love for what are the most neglected houses and characters in the setting. A good reading if you know Spanish; the author even [[http://tastatur.livejournal.com/ had a livejournal]] where she posted more explicit version of the chapters as well as the "making of" behind the writing.
[=[[reviews:HufflepuffExiste]]=]
''[[http://www.phoenixsong.net/fanfiction/story.php?cid=5363 I Saw My Lady Weep]]'' by Worldmaker
* Recommended by Jack Butler
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione
* ''Synopsis'': An emotionally dense look at what happens to the characters immediately following the end of ''Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows'', and how they are going to live their lives in the aftermath of the war.
* ''Comments'': Believable characterization and creative use of language, plus it avoids a lot of the pitfalls of fan fiction (it's not a MarySue fic, it's not wish fulfillment...). The story just feels literate. There are TearJerker moments, and it ends spectacularly. And you can't beat a story that takes its chapter titles from one of Peter Gabriel's best songs!
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3651661/1/What_I_Want_My_Words_to_Do_to_You What I Want My Words To Do to You]]'' by Ladymage Samiko
* Recommended by @/AcrossTheStars
* ''Pairings'': Hermione Granger/Severus Snape
* ''Synopsis'': The courtship of Hermione Granger and Severus Snape in epistolary form. Post-Hogwarts, not [=DH-compliant=].
* ''Comments'': Hands down the best Snape/Hermione fic this troper has ever read, and one of the best fics she's ever seen. In any fandom. Ever. Very much in character, very sophisticated writing... in short, sheer genius.
[=[[reviews:WhatIWantMyWordsToDoToYou]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4118571/1/Chronicles Chronicles]]'' by Josephinee
* Recommended by Still-li, Guessmyname
* ''Pairing'': [[GenerationXerox Rose Weasley/Scorpius Malfoy]]
* ''Synopsis'': Rose Weasly always considered Scorpius Malfoy one of the most annoying people she ever had the misfortune of meeting. year, however, deep down, she realises... he's even worse!
* ''Comments'': Very entertaining and well-written, with an awesome (and hilariously snarky) main character.
** Guessmyname: Seconding. See also the sequel, ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4845988/1/Paramnesia Paramnesia]]'', still in progress.
[=[[reviews:Chronicles]]=]
''[[http://summer-jackel.livejournal.com/17017.html Forever And A Day]]'' by summer_jackel
* Recommended by Joysweeper
* ''Pairing'': Remus Lupin/James Potter/Sirius Black
* ''Synopsis'': Several vignette-ish pieces about Remus, the sole remaining non-evil Marauder, remembering his relationship with James and Sirius.
* ''Warnings'': The author says it. "m/m/m, NC-17-ish, angsty, and involves critters, or at least wizards in non-human shape."
* ''Comments'': I don't often enjoy NC-17 type fics -- though really this is more R -- but I liked this one. It was reflective and sad. Not a PWP; "relationship" in this case is partly but ''not'' entirely euphemism. As for "critters", yeah the three of them have sex as animals and as humans, but not human-with-animal.
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''[[http://hp.adultfanfiction.net/story.php?no=600010641 The Issue of Mine Enemy]]'' by Perfesser N
* Recommended by @/MacPhisto
* ''Pairing'': Harry Potter/Bellatrix Lestrange [[spoiler:and Mariette Edgecombe, ''Moaning Myrtle'', Hermione Granger, Ginny Weasley, ''and'' Gabrielle Delacour]]
* ''Synopsis'': As Harry trains with Mad-Eye Moody for the inevitable Final Battle, Voldemort uses Bellatrix as a means of by-passing the ancient magic that's protected him all his life.
* ''Warning'': '''For Mature Audiences Only'''. Equal parts smut & romance. Violence.
* ''Comments'': Honestly, I was only looking to get off. But this (quite long) fic is a very entertaing read. Rather than giving Bellatrix the simply Leather Pants treatment, half the story is a set-up to her eventual [[spoiler: HeelFaceTurn]], without having to resort to cliches. It is, dare I say, not only my favorite HP fanfic, but my all-time favorite fanfic in general.
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''[[http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=2672 Harry Potter and the Secret of the Golden Unicorn]]'' by Lord Wrackspurt
* Recommended by @/FooFighter
* ''Pairing(s)'': Harry/Ginny, Harry/Hermione, Harry/Fleur, Harry/Gabrielle, Harry/Luna
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate universe, a young wizard named Harry Potter comes of age in a time of civil war between wizarding factions. He learns the final secret of why he is the "chosen one" who can end the war and save his friends, but only by fulfilling his destiny.
* ''Warning'': Darkfic, Incest, Squick, Violence. Definitely [[NotSafeForWork NSFW]]
* ''Comments'': One of the last fics to be completed before Restrictedsection.org stopped accepting fics (thankfully the archive is still up) and boy did they go out with a bang. If Harry Potter met the Sin City verse in a back alley you'd get something like this.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4576673/1/We_Sort_Too_Soon We Sort Too Soon]]'' by onoM
* Recommended by Elenor
* ''Pairing(s)'': Lily/James, one-sided Lily/Snape
* ''Synopsis'': An alternate universe in which Severus Snape prefers to be sorted into Griffindor to join Lily rather than head to Slytherin.
* ''Comments'': Snapes' still a dark bastard, so don't worry that the author will change him into a golden griff. If you don't feel close to tears by the end then you're clearly not human.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5305220/1/Torture_Tears_and_Terrible_Temptations Torture, Tears and Terrible Temptations]]'' by [=MsShayXPear=]
* Recommended by @/MacPhisto
* ''Pairing(s):'' Bellatrix/Draco [[spoiler: Bellatrix/Voldemort]]
* ''Synopsis:'' After failing to kill Dumbledore, Voldemort orders that Draco be punished by his own sadistic aunt, Bellatrix Lestrange. But the condemned soon begins to develop feelings for his taskmaster. First lusftul, then... romantic? As time goes by, Bellatrix will realize her feelings as well. But where will her loyalties ultimately lie?
* ''Comments:'' This is a '''very''' well written drama, that is ultimately heartbreaking and tragic. Rated M for depictions of sex, viloence, and language. At 30 chapters, you probably won't be able to make it through in one sitting. But the ending is well worth the wait. As I said with my previous recommendation, I don't just post anything here -- this is on my short list for all-time favorite fan fic.
[=[[reviews:TortureTearsAndTerribleTemptations]]=]
''[[http://www.siye.co.uk/siye/series.php?seriesid=146 Forced Maturity]]'' by pseudonym (AU)
* Recommended by @/ShayGuy, @/UncloudedTJ
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after Harry's first year, the spirits of his parents decide to help him the only way they can: having him dream the next five years of his life, everything from the flying Ford Anglia rescue through the end of ''Half-Blood Prince''. Of course, memories of dreams tend to evaporate after awakening, but what's left is still enough to make things...interesting.
* ''Comments'': This is what happens when you remove the actual ''foreknowledge'' from a PeggySue fic, leaving only skills, maturity, and instinctive emotional responses (with special emphasis on Harry now being in love with Ginny, but also examining his reactions to her diary, Scabbers, Dumbledore, Snape, Malfoy, and Neville). The author manages to produce some very clever twists on the source material, deftly dodging the "make it all better" bullet in the process -- some things are learned much earlier than others, some later, and some things get ''much worse'' than they were in canon. (Also? ''Excellent'' basilisk fight.) Currently nearing the end of ''Chamber of Secrets''.
** @/UncloudedTJ: Seconded I wasn't expecting much when I read the premise thinking it would be a retelling of canon, but I was very mistaken. At first is seems almost completely the same but soon Harry's maturity causes events to forgo canon and end with something dramatically different. Not AnyoneCanDie territory ''yet'', but certainly feels like it's heading that way. Also the expected pairing is done rather well for apparently questionable ages involved in the story.
** @/ShayGuy: Just wanted to add a caveat to my rec, now that ''Chamber of Secrets'' is complete: the quality seems to slack off a bit in that part's denouement, partly due to the increased focus on the pairing, which I found excessive and thus tiresome (note how few times Rowling deemed it necessary to use the words "I love you"), and partly due to some magic-related wonkiness. (Specifically, [[spoiler:Ginny having all Riddle's pre-diary memories ''and'' being a Parselmouth]]? Also, the "soul age" concept in itself fits well with the Age Line in canon, but I don't care what pseudonym says, an emotionally traumatized 11-year-old ''is still 11 years old''.)
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4367121/1/The_First_Day The First Day]]'' by little0bird
* Recommended by @/JekWindu2
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Ginny
* ''Synopsis:'' Follows the major characters (and a few minor ones) through the first year of the war. Canon-compliant for the most part, except for things that could easily change between the timeframe of the story and the time reference for the post-series canon.
* ''Comments:'' Labels itself a shipping fic, and while the Harry/Ginny romance is handled extremely well, I find that the piece's greatest strength comes from its ability to multitask. The Ron/Hermione parts or the Fred/Katie parts are less numerous than the aforementioned couple, but their characterizations feel just as strong. One thing I like in particular is how Molly is handled. In most shipping fics I've read, she's either a thundering bear or a roaring mouse. This is one of the few who portray as a ''mother''. My only complaint is one that be stretched to cover most post-DH fics: as of this recommendation the story has 52 chapters and there simply isn't a plot beyond "this is what they do now." Definitely worth a read, especially if you like shipping fics that don't exclude other characters.
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''[[http://asylums.insanejournal.com/ginfics/11265.html Cleaning]]'' by gm weasley (AU)
* Recommended by tenoreyequetis
* ''Pairing(s):'' Remus/Tonks
* ''Synopsis:'' Tonks and Lupin's relationship from Kreacher's POV, told while Kreacher is running his daily errands in Grimmauld place.
* ''Comments'': A short, funny one-shot fic told from an interesting angle that takes place in the background of ''Order of the Phoenix''. It's also one of the only decent Remus/Tonks fics I've ever come across -- it's non-fluffy, non-angsty, and non-squicky. Rated PG (with the exception of certain [[IfYouKnowWhatIMean implications]]).
[=[[reviews:Cleaning]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5244417/ Hocus Pocus, Adele Polkiss]]'' by Ecmm
* Recommended by Person With Many Aliases, @/LooneyToons
* ''Pairing:'' Harry/Titular OC
* ''Synopsis:'' Every year, as Harry goes off to Hogwarts, Piers Polkiss' younger sister is left to wait till the arrival of summer, waiting till she can get a little glimpse of the magic she wants to still believe in.
* ''Comments'': The story runs concurrent to the books, so there's not much deviation. It calls itself a shipping fic, but I find the OC itself much more interesting than any bother about the romance. Adele is a unique character, equally as bratty as her brother when we first see her, and completely [[{{Muggles}} normal]]. The story is worth checking out for seeing the story from the perspective of someone who has to deal with wanting more than anything else to be part of an adventure, but regardless is the one left behind when the adventure starts.
** @/LooneyToons: Seconded. This is nice little fic, with an interesting point of view and a character who grows on you as she grows up yet somehow still remains a bit of a brat even at 18. Oh, and it's complete, which is always a plus, with a little extra scene as a bonus.
[=[[reviews:HocusPocusAdelePolkiss]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3814832/1/Care_of_Magical_Creatures Care of Magical Creatures]]'' by mia madwyn (contains lemons)
* Recommended by Fenro, @/EddieCurrent
* Pairing(s): SS/HG
* Synopsis: Seventh Year student Hermione Granger decides to marry the one eligible wizard who did not ask for her-the horrid but powerful Severus Snape.
* Comments: This is one of the best Marriage Law Challenge fics I have ever read. This story is complete.
** Eddie adds: With non-canon couples, I have to be saying "yeah, that's how it'd happen." This does that. Brilliantly.
[=[[reviews:CareOfMagicalCreatures]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1914645/1/Velvet_Sidekicks Velvet & Sidekicks ]]'' by Anguis
* Recommended by [=FatRat=]
* ''Pairings'': Gregory Goyle/Millicent Bulstrode
* ''Synopsis'': Because, as much as books and movies tell us otherwise, perfect people don’t ''live.'' A tribute to the imperfect.
* ''Comments'': A really sweet plotless little one-shot focusing on two much overlooked characters.
[=[[reviews:VelvetSidekicks]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2841153/1/Harry_Potter_and_the_Sword_of_Gryffindor Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/881050/cloneserpents Cloneserpents]].
* Recommended by: @/{{Darkaros}}, @/FooFighter, @/{{Willyolio}}
* ''Pairings'': Harry/Hermione, Ron/[[spoiler: Luna]], Lupin/Tonks in the background, and [[spoiler: one instance of [[{{Squick}} Arthur/Molly]]]]
* Synopsis: "Spurned on by a perverted ghost, Harry stumbles on a naughty, yet very special book. With the rituals found in this book, Harry gains power and leads his friends in the hunt for Voldemort's Horcruxes. EROTIC COMEDY" (Obviously, {{NSFW}})
* Comments: How to describe. Its part smut, part Harry/Hermione romance, part comedy, and part crack. Gryffindor is a horny ghost and Harry and friends search for Horcruxes... and encounter the most crack-filled, hilarious mini-adventures ever along the way. Highly recommended, [[IReadItForTheArticles more because of the comedy]], I swear. Mild Weasly (As in, Ron and Ginny only) bashing, at least compared to the author's other works.
** @/{{Willyolio}}: agreed, it's hilarious. If you don't mind the sex (and there's a lot of that), it's still full of comedy and it has a decent plot, too. If you do like reading smut, those parts are written pretty well too.
[=[[reviews:HarryPotterAndTheSwordOfGryffindor]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5435295/1/The_Bonds_of_Blood The Bonds of Blood]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1229909/Darth_Marrs Darth Marrs]]
* Recommended by @/{{Willyolio}}
* Pairings: Harry/Ginny, Sirius/Rosmerta
* Synopsis: Harry accidentally soul bonds with Ginny in the Chamber of Secrets when Diary!Riddle is feeding off Ginny's soul. Standard soul-bond-fic stuff happens: they get more powerful, they need physical contact, they gain a few other powers as well.
* Comments: Despite the pretty standard synopsis above, there's one thing that really sets this work apart from the other "soul bond" fics i've read: Harry and Ginny develop normally. Instead of instantly understanding each other, or falling in love as soon as it happens, their reaction to their need for physical contact is perfectly appropriate for a 12- and 11-year old: "eeeeeeeeeewwww!" The telepathy they share leads to a lot of bickering. They ''grow up'' experiencing puberty together and all the fun that entails. On top of that, the adults are reasonable, if uncomfortable, with the situation, instead of it being "Harry + Ginny together vs. Adults who just don't understand".
** Also contains one of the most hilarious instances of TheTalk in literary history:
-->'''Sirius:''' Know what sex is?
-->'''Harry:''' Er, mostly.
-->'''Sirius:''' Do it before you're sixteen and I'll kick your ass.
-->'''Harry:''' Oh, okay.
* Warning : AnyoneCanDie
[=[[reviews:TheBondsOfBlood]]=]
''[[http://kibatsu.livejournal.com/14375.html Nights of Gethsemane]]'' by Starcrossed
* Recommended by @/{{JBlaze}}
* Pairings: Harry/Snape, Harry/Ginny
* Warnings: slash, underage, [[spoiler: dubious consent, non-consent, graphic torture, explicit sex, exhibitionism, slavery, character deaths, drug use/addiction, bondage]]
* Synopsis: Harry is a prisoner of the Dark Lord and Snape his prison guard. Completely cut off from the outside world, Harry struggles to hold himself intact as he is forced to rely on Snape for everything. Yet Snape may not be all that he appears...
* Comments: Clocking in at over 350k words, this one's a doozy. This has got to be the darkest and most horrifying slash fic I've read all the way through. Why? Because it's utterly ''brilliant''. Starcrossed doesn't derail the characters, but she definitely pushes the envelope, [[EvenTheDogIsAshamed sometimes far past]] what I'd typically stand to read. The entire thing is extremely cerebral though, and her writing style is utterly sublime. Her use of dreams and literary references, which typically comes off as banal and cliche in lesser fics, deserves special note. Unlike a lot of dark fics, such as the [[YourMileageMayVary oft-noted]] ''Dumbledore's Army and the Year of Darkness'', you never feel like any of the characters are thrown under the bus for the sake of {{wangst}}. This is not a fic for the faint of heart or anyone looking for an easy, quick, or fun read. Starcrossed really challenges her readers, keeping them guessing. It starts off horrible and gets better, [[spoiler: or does it?]]. It is complete, with an epilogue in the works. Be forewarned though, [[spoiler: the ending is just as ambiguous as the entire fic]].
[=[[reviews:NightsOfGethsemane]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4842696/1/Reparations Reparations]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1550773/Saras_Girl Sara's Girl]]
* Recommended by Lyra Orion
* Pairings: Harry/Draco
* Warnings: slash, explicit sex, drug use/addiction
* Comments: Even though it may look short at 10 chapters, the chapters are HUGE. It's not quite an epic, but it's very long and will definitely take more than one night to read. However, it's totally worth it. It's a fic set after the War of Hogwarts and is DH compliant (except for the epilogue), and has a really interesting take on each character. Every OC in the story is absolutely delightful and feel like a part of the original cast. Even with some serious subject matter, there's plenty of brilliant humour and cute moments that relieve some tension. Definitely worth a read.
[=[[reviews:Reparations]]=]
''[[http://www.walkingtheplank.org/archive/viewstory.php?sid=2988&warning=4 The White Road]]'' by [[http://www.walkingtheplank.org/archive/viewuser.php?uid=515 Perverse-idyll]]
* Reccomended by @/{{nekovita}},Fenro
* Pairings: Harry/Snape, Lily/Snape
* Synopsis: One day, comfortably set up in the afterlife, Lily Evans Potter switches on the telly and gets hooked on the Harry Potter show.
* Warnings: Slash, Explicit Sex and Violence
* Comments: You'd think, due to the synopsis, that this fic is going to be lighthearted and silly, or maudlin and straightforward-- I did, and I almost passed it up, but boy was I wrong. This story isn't simple; it's engaging, thoughtful and heart-wrenching. The writing is vivid and very detailed. It deals with all of the characters in a caring manner, without vilifying anyone. I especially liked the exploration of Snape and Lily's relationship when they were younger, the focus on the things she didn't notice when she was an adolescent, her interactions with Tom, her very visceral reactions to the things she sees and [[spoiler: the juxtaposition between Harry's two different but possible futures, and what brings him to each one]]. Out of all of fic I've read, this is definitely one of my very favorites. Even if you don't like the main pairing, it's worth a try.
** This story is so... so... there are no words. Just read it.
[=[[reviews:TheWhiteRoad]]=]
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6002834/1/Igniting_the_Sea Igniting the Sea]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2106788/Bedelia Bedelia]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* Paring(s): Percy/Hermione, Ron/Hermione, Audrey/Percy, Harry/Ginny
* Synopsis: Ron is abducted after the war. Hermione, Harry, and the Weasleys slowly give up all hope of finding him alive. Love sneaks up on Hermione when she befriends Percy, but what will happen when Ron is returned to them?
* Warnings: Explicit Sex
* This is fic is still in progress, and is extremely well written. Although the Percy/Hermione pairing may be off putting at first, their relationship is well developed, and entirely engrossing. It also doesn't hurt that the fic often gives ShoutOuts and references to LesMiserables, {{Shakespeare}}, and ThePrincessBride.
[=[[reviews:IgnitingTheSea]]=]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4107092/1/12_Moves_Sideways 12 Moves Sideways]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/745409/Silver_Pard Silver Pard]]
* Recommended by {{aimsme}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Synopsis'': After the Yotsuba Arc, Light becomes the new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher. Harry decides he needs watching.
* ''Comments'': Despite being short compared to most of the others on this list, 12 Moves Sideways packs a powerful punch. It's beautiful, almost wistful, with hints of something darker- it might just be because this Troper is a Light fan, but her heart ''broke'' at the Erised scene.
* Recommended by {{aimsme}}
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, DeathNote
* ''Synopsis'': After the Yotsuba Arc, Light becomes the new Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher. Harry decides he needs watching.
* ''Comments'': Despite being short compared to most of the others on this list, 12 Moves Sideways packs a powerful punch. It's beautiful, almost wistful, with hints of something darker- it might just be because this Troper is a Light fan, but her heart ''broke'' at the Erised scene.
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** vick86: The ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is one of the best examples of {{growing the beard}} in fanfiction. The first book does suffer from a number of bad (Harry Potter) fanfiction cliches. This is to be forgiven however when one considers that this is one of the earlier book-length works and most of the cliches weren't cliches when it was written, but rather became cliches after other works started using some of the same ideas. The second book throws the AU curveball and it turns into one of the best series you'll ever read. It's definitely worth it to sit through some of the bad stuff in the first book to reach the greatness of the sequels.
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** vick86: The ''Psychic Serpent'' trilogy is one of the best examples of {{growing the beard}} in fanfiction. The first book does suffer from a number of bad (Harry Potter) fanfiction cliches. This is to be forgiven however when one considers that this is one of the earlier book-length works and most of the cliches weren't cliches when it was written, but rather became cliches after other works started using some of the same ideas. The second book throws the AU curveball and it turns into one of the best series you'll ever read. It's definitely worth it to sit through some of the bad stuff in the first book to reach the greatness of the sequels.
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* Fifthed by this other troper: it's bloody fantastic. All the characters are written ''perfectly'': Remus, Sirius, James, Lily, Snape, even Peter -- ''all'' of them are completely three-dimensional people, with character progression that clearly leads them towards becoming their older canon counterparts we know from the books (and it thankfully ''doesn't'' fall into traps with the characters which are all too common in Harry Potter fandom[[hottip:*:e.g. James and Sirius the [[JerkJock sociopathic bullies]], Snape the innocent [[TheWoobie woobie]], Wormtail the blithering idiot, etc.]]). As for the story itself, it's brilliant -- and while there ''is'' slash, it doesn't read as contrived or out of character. In my mind, this fic is to JK Rowling's books as TheThrawnTrilogy is to the StarWars movies.
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* Fifthed by this other troper: it's bloody fantastic. All the characters are written ''perfectly'': Remus, Sirius, James, Lily, Snape, even Peter -- ''all'' of them are completely three-dimensional people, with character progression that clearly leads them towards becoming their older canon counterparts we know from the books (and it thankfully ''doesn't'' fall into traps with the characters which are all too common in Harry Potter fandom[[hottip:*:e.g. James and Sirius the [[JerkJock sociopathic bullies]], Snape the innocent [[TheWoobie woobie]], Wormtail the blithering idiot, etc.]]). As for the story itself, it's brilliant -- and while there ''is'' slash, it doesn't read as contrived or out of character. In my mind, this fic is to JK Rowling's books as TheThrawnTrilogy is to the StarWars movies.
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* An AU stemming from a simple question: What if Lucius Malfoy, not Sirius Black, had caught up with Peter Pettigrew first? Well, basically, Sirius stays a free man and (along with Remus) takes the place of Ms. Figg in watching Harry grow up at the Dursleys... until one day, when Harry is eight years old, Sirius and Remus find out just how badly the Dursleys treat Harry. AU through the middle of Year 3 so far.
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* An AU stemming from a simple question: What if Lucius Malfoy, not Sirius Black, had caught up with Peter Pettigrew first? Well, basically, Sirius stays a free man and (along with Remus) takes the place of Ms. Figg in watching Harry grow up at the Dursleys... until one day, when Harry is eight years old, Sirius and Remus find out just how badly the Dursleys treat Harry. AU through the middle of Year 3 so far.
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* ''Synopsis'': Gen fic focusing on Albus Potter and his time in Hogwarts. Albus is sorted into, not Gryffindor, but Slytherin much to everyone's surprise but his own brother. Conflict quickly ensues.
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* All the author's fics are Harry Potter and all of them are possibly the best I've ever read! All the characters are perfectly in canon, even in her Next Gen fics. It appears the author either doesn't know about the canon Next Gen or they decided to let their imagination flow and made characters of their own. Either way, their writing is amazing and worth the read.
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* All the author's fics are Harry Potter and all of them are possibly the best I've ever read! All the characters are perfectly in canon, even in her Next Gen fics. It appears the author either doesn't know about the canon Next Gen or they decided to let their imagination flow and made characters of their own. Either way, their writing is amazing and worth the read.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684167/1/Lovers_in_a_Dangerous_Time Lovers in a Dangerous Time]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/836277/xXfireXflyXx xXfireXflyXx]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684167/1/Lovers_in_a_Dangerous_Time Lovers in a Dangerous Time]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/836277/xXfireXflyXx xXfireXflyXx]] xXfireXflyXx]]
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** The writing is amateurish, but the plot is original and engaging, the [=OCs=] interesting, and the humor spot-on.
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** The writing is amateurish, but the plot is original and engaging, the [=OCs=] interesting, and the humor spot-on.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3625984/1/A_Place_for_Warriors A Place For Warriors]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~owlsaway owlsaway]]
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3625984/1/A_Place_for_Warriors A Place For Warriors]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/~owlsaway
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* ''Comments'': Honestly this is nearly impossible to describe. It is probably one of, if not the most hilarious fanfic ever made for several reasons. First, it's written in an awkward style rife with inconsistencies and contradictions and can be a biting parody of Harry Potter fanfiction as a whole. Oh, and it has the best similes ever.
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* ''Comments'': Honestly this is nearly impossible to describe. It is probably one of, if not the most hilarious fanfic ever made for several reasons. First, it's written in an awkward style rife with inconsistencies and contradictions and can be a biting parody of Harry Potter fanfiction as a whole. Oh, and it has the best similes ever.
ever.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5554780/ Poison Pen]]'', by Genkai Fan
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* ''Synopsis'': "Harry has had enough of seeing his reputation shredded in the Daily Prophet and decides to do something about it. Only he decides to embrace his Slytherin side to rectify matters." As quoted from the author's page.
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* ''Synopsis'': "Harry has had enough of seeing his reputation shredded in the Daily Prophet and decides to do something about it. Only he decides to embrace his Slytherin side to rectify matters." As quoted from the author's page.
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* Recommended by @/{{Leradny}}
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* ''Comments'': Incomplete, but not a DeadFic despite the long period between chapters -- the latest chapter was posted (after a two-year hiatus) in November, 2010.
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* ''Comments'': Incomplete, but not a DeadFic despite the long period between chapters -- the latest chapter was posted (after a two-year hiatus) in November, 2010.
2010.
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* ''Comments:'' Achieves what all short pieces should strive for -- packing a lot of meaning into a few paragraphs. Starts out sounding like a hilarious, highly random crackfic, twists into what seems to be a great light-hearted humor piece, and finally whiplashes at the end into [[spoiler: one of the most horrifically bleak, dark, gut-wrenching, tragic slaps in the face this troper has ever read.]] The simple, two-word line [[spoiler: ''"They won't."'' hurts like punch in the stomach.]]
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* ''Comments:'' Achieves what all short pieces should strive for -- packing a lot of meaning into a few paragraphs. Starts out sounding like a hilarious, highly random crackfic, twists into what seems to be a great light-hearted humor piece, and finally whiplashes at the end into [[spoiler: one of the most horrifically bleak, dark, gut-wrenching, tragic slaps in the face this troper has ever read.]] The simple, two-word line [[spoiler: ''"They won't."'' hurts like punch in the stomach.]] ]]
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* ''Synopsis'': [[spoiler: Draco Malfoy]] tells the story of the little sister he found he had, and ''why'' she had to be hidden from the world.
* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have no soul.
* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have no soul.
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* ''Synopsis'': [[spoiler: Draco Malfoy]] tells the story of the little sister he found he had, and ''why'' she had to be hidden from the world.
world.
* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have nosoul.
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* ''Comments:'' Warning: This one is serious TearJerker material. If you don't start crying at some point in the story, you have no
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** lanky adds: This is one of those stories that seems too silly to truly enjoy, and then it turns around and surprises you. Though the author pulls no punches and makes sure that we all know people suck, he adds in some truly poignant scenes which help to characterize the growing relationship between Harry and Snape. It's all topped by the fact that there's truly wonderful writing going on with this story, and again, the author pulls no punches: The duo hate one another even after the revelation, and it takes chapters and chapters before they even begin to stand one another, let alone begin to bond in any way.
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** lanky adds: This is one of those stories that seems too silly to truly enjoy, and then it turns around and surprises you. Though the author pulls no punches and makes sure that we all know people suck, he adds in some truly poignant scenes which help to characterize the growing relationship between Harry and Snape. It's all topped by the fact that there's truly wonderful writing going on with this story, and again, the author pulls no punches: The duo hate one another even after the revelation, and it takes chapters and chapters before they even begin to stand one another, let alone begin to bond in any way.
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* ''Synopsis'': Set in Marauder time, seventh year, but centered around the Slytherins. Second in the trilogy (Carpe Diem, Fallen Angel). Currently being revised. Revolves around Katherine Riddle (Voldemort's daughter), her friend Remus, and her fellow Slytherins during their seventh year at Hogwarts. Not your traditional OC.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
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* ''Synopsis'': Set in Marauder time, seventh year, but centered around the Slytherins. Second in the trilogy (Carpe Diem, Fallen Angel). Currently being revised. Revolves around Katherine Riddle (Voldemort's daughter), her friend Remus, and her fellow Slytherins during their seventh year at Hogwarts. Not your traditional OC.
OC.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
* ''Comments'': Marauder time -- start of 7th year at Hogwarts. Great characterization. Complex, occasionally dark, often hilarious.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4400517/1/Ananke Ananke]]'' by Eunike
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* Recommended by [=RoamingShadow=]
* ''Synopsis'': Marge Dursely has only heard bad things about Harry Potter, she has not had the chance to meet him face to face. The Durselys are going on hoilday and Marge will have to look after a four year old Harry Potter, will she see what lies beneath the lies?
* ''Pairing(s)'': None, it's a Family/Hurt/Comfort fic focusing on a much nicer Aunt Marge and Harry.
* ''Synopsis'': Marge Dursely has only heard bad things about Harry Potter, she has not had the chance to meet him face to face. The Durselys are going on hoilday and Marge will have to look after a four year old Harry Potter, will she see what lies beneath the lies?
* ''Pairing(s)'': None, it's a Family/Hurt/Comfort fic focusing on a much nicer Aunt Marge and Harry.
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** Psalm of Fire: I also throw in my full recommendation. This is a compelling piece of work. On top of what the others have said I say his effort into portraying the psychological aftereffects due to what the future Harry has gone through are excellent and authentic throughout the work. But it's also a well achieved balance, as Harry's pseudo form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder does not suck the joy out of reading or bog down the story.
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** Psalm of Fire: I also throw in my full recommendation. This is a compelling piece of work. On top of what the others have said I say his effort into portraying the psychological aftereffects due to what the future Harry has gone through are excellent and authentic throughout the work. But it's also a well achieved balance, as Harry's pseudo form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder does not suck the joy out of reading or bog down the story.
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** Eighted (if I counted right) by [=PhoenixFTW=]. Amazing plot, and awesome character development. I could fill a whole page with how brilliant the story is. But I'll use just 2 lines. Seriously, this guy is awesome.
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** Eighted (if I counted right) by [=PhoenixFTW=]. Amazing plot, and awesome character development. I could fill a whole page with how brilliant the story is. But I'll use just 2 lines. Seriously, this guy is awesome.
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*** The writing itself is peppered with over-explanations ("That's rediculus, your driving me crazy," he said, annoyed) and adverbs. Grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spacing, all are very good.
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*** The writing itself is peppered with over-explanations ("That's rediculus, your driving me crazy," he said, annoyed) and adverbs. Grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spacing, all are very good.
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* ''Synopsis'': Harry comes back from the summer after Sirius' death with a new attitude, a ''lot'' more information, a talent for mixing technology and magic -- and a strange accessory: a mysterious device he calls "Father" which never leaves his side, appears to be sentient... and possesses power beyond anything ever seen by the Wizarding World.
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* ''Synopsis'': Harry comes back from the summer after Sirius' death with a new attitude, a ''lot'' more information, a talent for mixing technology and magic -- and a strange accessory: a mysterious device he calls "Father" which never leaves his side, appears to be sentient... and possesses power beyond anything ever seen by the Wizarding World.
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** @/USABobcat: Fourthed; This is [[CrowningMomentofFunny hilarious]], [[CrowningMomentofAwesome awesome]], and [[NightmareFuel mindracking insane]] all at once. Harry is human, reacts with horror to sights that are sentimental to him, and loves his quotes and songs. His response to a [[spoiler: Ancient Daemon]]?
--->'''Harry''': "I done told you once, you sonofabitch, I'm the best that's ever been!"
--->'''Harry''': "I done told you once, you sonofabitch, I'm the best that's ever been!"
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** @/USABobcat: Fourthed; This is [[CrowningMomentofFunny hilarious]], [[CrowningMomentofAwesome awesome]], and [[NightmareFuel mindracking insane]] all at once. Harry is human, reacts with horror to sights that are sentimental to him, and loves his quotes and songs. His response to a [[spoiler: Ancient Daemon]]?
Daemon]]?
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5453054/1/His_Own_Man His Own Man]]'' by Crunchysunrises
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* ''Synopsis'': At the spectral King's Cross station in ''Deathly Hallows'', Harry makes a different choice; disgusted by Dumbledore's machinations, he sends himself back in time to just before his first year. A fiercely independent Harry with complete foreknowledge of the next seven years then dives head-first into the Wizarding World, seeking to disrupt both Voldemort ''and'' Dumbledore's plans. However, his efforts to reshape the future may just make things worse when his actions cause the events of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban'' to all take place simultaneously during his first year.
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* ''Synopsis'': At the spectral King's Cross station in ''Deathly Hallows'', Harry makes a different choice; disgusted by Dumbledore's machinations, he sends himself back in time to just before his first year. A fiercely independent Harry with complete foreknowledge of the next seven years then dives head-first into the Wizarding World, seeking to disrupt both Voldemort ''and'' Dumbledore's plans. However, his efforts to reshape the future may just make things worse when his actions cause the events of ''Philosopher's Stone'', ''Chamber of Secrets'' and ''Prisoner of Azkaban'' to all take place simultaneously during his first year.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4905771/1/A_Mother_In_Laws_Love A Mother In Law's Love]]'' by Perspicacity
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** Arguably not a tragedy in the classical sense, so much as employing occasional [[RealityEnsues Reality Ensues]]. If humor is "truth with pain," then this comedy doesn't shy from the latter to humanize the characters.
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** Arguably not a tragedy in the classical sense, so much as employing occasional [[RealityEnsues Reality Ensues]]. If humor is "truth with pain," then this comedy doesn't shy from the latter to humanize the characters.
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* Great story, but definite [[YourMileageMayVary YMMV]] on the [[spoiler: Tobias Snape killing Voldemort]] thing. Aside from that, quite well-written, though a few of the Lily and Snape scenes feel repetitive, and Lily is slightly too tolerant of Snape's melancholy at times. The best part about it is that the author is one of the few fanfic writers to have a sensible take on literally every character (although Dumbledore is somewhat more manipulative than in canon, he's basically portrayed as a good guy), INCLUDING the Marauders. The plot is exceptionally well-structured, everybody's in character and has motivations that follow logically from there, and the author doesn't whine ''ad nauseum'' about canon events s/he dislikes. For those reasons alone, easily worth reading.
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* Great story, but definite [[YourMileageMayVary YMMV]] on the [[spoiler: Tobias Snape killing Voldemort]] thing. Aside from that, quite well-written, though a few of the Lily and Snape scenes feel repetitive, and Lily is slightly too tolerant of Snape's melancholy at times. The best part about it is that the author is one of the few fanfic writers to have a sensible take on literally every character (although Dumbledore is somewhat more manipulative than in canon, he's basically portrayed as a good guy), INCLUDING the Marauders. The plot is exceptionally well-structured, everybody's in character and has motivations that follow logically from there, and the author doesn't whine ''ad nauseum'' about canon events s/he dislikes. For those reasons alone, easily worth reading.
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* ''Synopsis'': Harry 'Patterson' is an exchange student who arrives in Hogwarts at the start of the Marauder's sixth year in Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to describe.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to describe.
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* ''Synopsis'': Harry 'Patterson' is an exchange student who arrives in Hogwarts at the start of the Marauder's sixth year in Hogwarts.
Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult todescribe.
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* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to
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*** gg: It's a terrific fanfic, and funny as hell too, but calling Eliezer 'an actual genius' is a bit of exageration though, even taking into account his work on FAI.
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*** gg: It's a terrific fanfic, and funny as hell too, but calling Eliezer 'an actual genius' is a bit of exageration though, even taking into account his work on FAI.
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** This story began as one of The Blot's Odd Ideas (see below for details) but grew from there. Considerably LighterAndSofter than its source material, but in a good way.
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** YMMV strongly. The story has its ups and downs, especially towards the start, but steadily declines as it unfolds. It's an interesting read, especially if you don't mind rampant character bashing, but it doesn't really stand out from all the other OC/Super!Harry (even if it's not actually Harry in this case) by the end.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2595818/1/ Rectifier]]'' by Niger Aquila
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* ''Synopsis:'' In the summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', the Order's interception of Harry's mail reveals he is corresponding with Voldemort, and that Harry is starting to see things his way.
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* ''Synopsis:'' In the summer after the events of ''Order of the Phoenix'', the Order's interception of Harry's mail reveals he is corresponding with Voldemort, and that Harry is starting to see things his way.
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* Recommended by Aether Teen
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* ''Synopsis'': A one-shot parody of ''Sorcerer's/Philosopher's Stone. In the words of the author: "I'm insane, as is my writing. You have been warned."
* ''Comments'': This fic is okay on it's own, but the sequels (Harry Potter and the Chamberpot of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of a Cabana and Harry Potter and the Omelette of Desire) are some of the funniest and craziest fanfics I've ever read--and I first read them a long time ago. The sequels were taken off fanfiction.net due to gratuitous (and hilarious) celebrity cameos, but can be found in all their glory at [[http://www.silverphoenix.5u.com/ Silvver Phoenix's website]]. Highlights include Gangster!Twins Lil' Fred and Big G, Harry temporarily joining the Spice Girls and John Stamos being trapped under an overturned laundry basket. BetterThanItSounds.
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/887404/1/Pledges Pledges]]'' by Amireal.
* ''Comments'': This fic is okay on it's own, but the sequels (Harry Potter and the Chamberpot of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of a Cabana and Harry Potter and the Omelette of Desire) are some of the funniest and craziest fanfics I've ever read--and I first read them a long time ago. The sequels were taken off fanfiction.net due to gratuitous (and hilarious) celebrity cameos, but can be found in all their glory at [[http://www.silverphoenix.5u.com/ Silvver Phoenix's website]]. Highlights include Gangster!Twins Lil' Fred and Big G, Harry temporarily joining the Spice Girls and John Stamos being trapped under an overturned laundry basket. BetterThanItSounds.
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/887404/1/Pledges Pledges]]'' by Amireal.
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* ''Comments'': This fic is okay on it's own, but the sequels (Harry Potter and the Chamberpot of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of a Cabana and Harry Potter and the Omelette of Desire) are some of the funniest and craziest fanfics I've ever read--and I first read them a long time ago. The sequels were taken off fanfiction.net due to gratuitous (and hilarious) celebrity cameos, but can be found in all their glory at [[http://www.silverphoenix.5u.com/ Silvver Phoenix's website]]. Highlights include Gangster!Twins Lil' Fred and Big G, Harry temporarily joining the Spice Girls and John Stamos being trapped under an overturned laundry basket.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/887404/1/Pledges Pledges]]'' by Amireal.
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* ''Pairings'': Snape/Harry
* ''Synopsis'': Screwed up spells, attacks on hogwarts, Potions Masters who dearly wish he had actual control over his life. Complete Fic.
* ''Synopsis'': Screwed up spells, attacks on hogwarts, Potions Masters who dearly wish he had actual control over his life. Complete Fic.
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* ''Synopsis'': Snape reads the first Harry Potter and sets about fixing things.
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* ''Synopsis'': Snape reads the first Harry Potter and sets about fixing things.
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* Synopsis: A series of episodes with a limited relation to each other; most revolve around killing things and liberal usage of the [[ClusterFBomb eff-word]].
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* Synopsis: A series of episodes with a limited relation to each other; most revolve around killing things and liberal usage of the [[ClusterFBomb eff-word]].
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* Synopsis: Chestere Le Valiente plays a rocking electric guitar solo on a shiny wooden saxophone while wondering what life would be like if he was a female 16 year old Indonesian gymnast who was secretly working to bring down the government and force the world to wear pink tuxedos. He is very disappointed that purple giraffes are not permitted to drink from the toilets at Hogwarts. And then, a whole load of even more random things happen.
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* Synopsis: Chestere Le Valiente plays a rocking electric guitar solo on a shiny wooden saxophone while wondering what life would be like if he was a female 16 year old Indonesian gymnast who was secretly working to bring down the government and force the world to wear pink tuxedos. He is very disappointed that purple giraffes are not permitted to drink from the toilets at Hogwarts. And then, a whole load of even more random things happen.
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* ''Synopsis'': For five years, the kids of Frontier have been training as Japanese wizards. Now they've got the chance to study abroad, in England of all places. But there are some odd things happening. Digimon...at Hogwarts?
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* ''Synopsis'': For five years, the kids of Frontier have been training as Japanese wizards. Now they've got the chance to study abroad, in England of all places. But there are some odd things happening. Digimon...at Hogwarts? Hogwarts?
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* ''Comments'': There is a lot of Sarah/Snape interaction, but my most favored part, is the interactions between Jareth/Snape. There's a bit of role reversal, that adds out of character variety to the story. One thing that was brought to my attention, was that I needed to do a bit of research on mythology in order to fully comprehend the story. The last update was in March of 2009.
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* ''Comments'': There is a lot of Sarah/Snape interaction, but my most favored part, is the interactions between Jareth/Snape. There's a bit of role reversal, that adds out of character variety to the story. One thing that was brought to my attention, was that I needed to do a bit of research on mythology in order to fully comprehend the story. The last update was in March of 2009.
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* ''Synopsis:'' A blazing meteorite falls into the forest around Hogwarts, leaving an amnesiac woman called Samantha. Working odd jobs around the school, she finds herself drawn to Harry. But she's here for a reason: A terrible spell that has called forth a weapon from the future... and the one person that can stop it. Crossover with, of all things, ''{{Metroid}}''.
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* ''Synopsis:'' A blazing meteorite falls into the forest around Hogwarts, leaving an amnesiac woman called Samantha. Working odd jobs around the school, she finds herself drawn to Harry. But she's here for a reason: A terrible spell that has called forth a weapon from the future... and the one person that can stop it. Crossover with, of all things, ''{{Metroid}}''.
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* ''Comments'': Disturbing indeed. It's a very, very good one shot by itself and you don't have to know anything about Hellraiser at all to enjoy it. The sequel ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4446981/1/All_Problems_Solved All Problems Solved]]'' is incredibly good as well.
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* ''Comments'': Disturbing indeed. It's a very, very good one shot by itself and you don't have to know anything about Hellraiser at all to enjoy it. The sequel ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4446981/1/All_Problems_Solved All Problems Solved]]'' is incredibly good as well.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3649590/1/Of_Gods_and_Men Of Gods and Men]]'' by shadowphantomness
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* ''Pairing(s)'': Light/Mikami
* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go after Kira.
* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.]]
* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go after Kira.
* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.]]
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* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go afterKira.
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* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.]]
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* ''Synopsis'': [[AlternateUniverseFic AU]], The Death Eaters [[{{Understatement}} bite off a bit more than they can chew]] when they go after
* ''Comments'': Starring Light Yagami and Teru Mikami of ''DeathNote'' with guest appearances by Harry Potter characters. Let's see, you got {{Magnificent Bastard}}ry, EvilVersusEvil, and a chance to [[spoiler:EarnYourHappyEnding]]. Also watch for {{Funny Aneurysm Moment}}s. [[FanFic/OfGodsAndMen Now with Tv tropes page.
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* ''Comments'': This fic could use a bit of polishing, but if you can overlook the numerous grammar and spelling errors there are a few genuinely touching moments, brought on by the "what-could-have-been" aspect, and the sharp contrast between the relatively Lighter And Softer Potterverse and the violent, dystopic Narutoverse. However, most of the more exciting conflict seems to center around Itachi and the Narutoverse side of the crossover, and the conflicts on the Potterverse side are solved with relative ease. Most definitely a FixFic.
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* ''Comments'': This fic could use a bit of polishing, but if you can overlook the numerous grammar and spelling errors there are a few genuinely touching moments, brought on by the "what-could-have-been" aspect, and the sharp contrast between the relatively Lighter And Softer Potterverse and the violent, dystopic Narutoverse. However, most of the more exciting conflict seems to center around Itachi and the Narutoverse side of the crossover, and the conflicts on the Potterverse side are solved with relative ease. Most definitely a FixFic.
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* ''Comments:'' A crossover with Discworld, featuring Death, Albert, and The Death of Rats manning Kings Cross, ushering characters into the afterlife, and waiting patiently with those who are waiting to for someone to catch up.
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* ''Synopsis:'' "Wrecking all of Dumbledore's plans, the Power The Dark Lord Knows Not walks up to Harry in the summer before his fifth year, and asks for directions." This is the "official" summary for ''King's Jackal'', yet it really does not do it justice. Taking place after [[GobletOfFire Harry's Fourth Year]] and some time after the end of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'', the story starts off as what could be your standard Harry Potter crossover. He meets Yami, Yami asks him for directions. Harry follows and eavesdrops, and, well, you'll have to read from there.
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* ''Synopsis:'' "Wrecking all of Dumbledore's plans, the Power The Dark Lord Knows Not walks up to Harry in the summer before his fifth year, and asks for directions." This is the "official" summary for ''King's Jackal'', yet it really does not do it justice. Taking place after [[GobletOfFire Harry's Fourth Year]] and some time after the end of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'', the story starts off as what could be your standard Harry Potter crossover. He meets Yami, Yami asks him for directions. Harry follows and eavesdrops, and, well, you'll have to read from there.
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* ''Comments:'' Despite quite a bit of [[{{OOC}} Out of Character]] moments, especially on the part of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'' characters, this is one of the best fics that I've read in a long time. It is enjoyable, readable, and full of ideas that I've seen nowhere else. It also has one of the best courtroom scenes that I've seen in years, including on TV. The story does get off to a bit of a rough start, but it picks up quickly and and is an overall amazing read. I strongly reccomend it. Also, word to the wise, apparently there's going to be some slash in later chapters, so if that's not your thing, avoid it. I haven't really seen any meaningful hints of it so far though.
** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declared dead.
** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declared dead.
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* ''Comments:'' Despite quite a bit of [[{{OOC}} Out of Character]] moments, especially on the part of ''[=~Yu-Gi-Oh!~=]'' characters, this is one of the best fics that I've read in a long time. It is enjoyable, readable, and full of ideas that I've seen nowhere else. It also has one of the best courtroom scenes that I've seen in years, including on TV. The story does get off to a bit of a rough start, but it picks up quickly and and is an overall amazing read. I strongly reccomend it. Also, word to the wise, apparently there's going to be some slash in later chapters, so if that's not your thing, avoid it. I haven't really seen any meaningful hints of it so far though.
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** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declareddead.
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** Warning: While I love Esama's writings, she has a limited attention span and tends to stop working on her stories in favour of a new story, so don't start reading any of her incomplete stories if {{deadfic}}s annoy you. Note however that this fic has not been declared dead (yet) and she has once or twice restarted work on fics she had previously declared
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** Comments: This may be the first full-length ''Lord of the Rings/Harry Potter'' crossover. The author gives us sections from the [=POVs=] of Harry himself, Ron, and Hermione. There are also nods to other writers, such as Lois [=McMaster=] Bujold, scattered through the text.
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3473224/1/The_Denarian_Renegade The Denarian Renegade]],'' its sequels ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3856581/1/The_Denarian_Knight The Denarian Knight]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4359957/1/The_Denarian_Lord The Denarian Lord]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5879832/1/The_Denarian_Variation The Denarian Variation]]'', and the extras ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4355372/1/The_Denarian_Omakes The Denarian Omakes]]'' by Shezza88
''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3473224/1/The_Denarian_Renegade The Denarian Renegade]],'' its sequels ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3856581/1/The_Denarian_Knight The Denarian Knight]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4359957/1/The_Denarian_Lord The Denarian Lord]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5879832/1/The_Denarian_Variation The Denarian Variation]]'', and the extras ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4355372/1/The_Denarian_Omakes The Denarian Omakes]]'' by Shezza88
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** Comments: This may be the first full-length ''Lord of the Rings/Harry Potter'' crossover. The author gives us sections from the [=POVs=] of Harry himself, Ron, and Hermione. There are also nods to other writers, such as Lois [=McMaster=] Bujold, scattered through the text.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3473224/1/The_Denarian_Renegade The Denarian Renegade]],'' its sequels ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3856581/1/The_Denarian_Knight The Denarian Knight]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4359957/1/The_Denarian_Lord The Denarian Lord]]'', ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5879832/1/The_Denarian_Variation The Denarian Variation]]'', and the extras ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4355372/1/The_Denarian_Omakes The Denarian Omakes]]'' byShezza88 Shezza88
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* ''Synopsis'': Takes place during Chamber of Secrets for Harry Potter and post Conqueror of Shamballa for Fullmetal Alchemist. When Ed and Al went back to close the gate to their world, the gate drops Ed into Hogwarts. There, he starts working as the Alchemy Professor to find a way home. But, the trio becomes suspicious of Ed...
* ''Pairing(s)'': None.
* ''Synopsis'': Takes place during Chamber of Secrets for Harry Potter and post Conqueror of Shamballa for Fullmetal Alchemist. When Ed and Al went back to close the gate to their world, the gate drops Ed into Hogwarts. There, he starts working as the Alchemy Professor to find a way home. But, the trio becomes suspicious of Ed...
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find another job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom, Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find another job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom, Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
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* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable GinnyWeasley!
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* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny
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* ''Synopsis:'' Hermione's POV on the first five books' events -- and she's not nearly as nice as everybody in the fandom thinks she is.
* ''Comments:'' This version of Hermione's nearly sociopathic -- or, at least, a close relative of [[{{Discworld}} Lord Vetenari]] ''and'' [[{{Blackadder}} Edmund Blackadder]]. And it's all canon-compliant up to the end of Book 5.
* ''Comments:'' This version of Hermione's nearly sociopathic -- or, at least, a close relative of [[{{Discworld}} Lord Vetenari]] ''and'' [[{{Blackadder}} Edmund Blackadder]]. And it's all canon-compliant up to the end of Book 5.
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* ''Synopsis:'' Hermione's POV on the first five books' events -- and she's not nearly as nice as everybody in the fandom thinks she is.
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* ''Comments:'' This version of Hermione's nearly sociopathic -- or, at least, a close relative of [[{{Discworld}} Lord Vetenari]] ''and'' [[{{Blackadder}} Edmund Blackadder]]. And it's all canon-compliant up to the end of Book5.
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* ''Synopsis:'' It takes a lot of courage to face down a dark lord once, much less four or five times. But it takes a completely different brand of courage to question the way things are, to deal with the idea that your world isn't as perfect as you think it is. Dudley Dursley, meet character development.
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* Recommended by @/CaptainTimesink, Marjojo
* ''Synopsis'': What happens after Hogwarts and Voldemort's defeat. Extrapolates an ending to the series, which had many elements that actually ended up happening in canon, and shows the characters assimilating to "normal" life without Voldemort.
* ''Comments'': Quite possibly the best fanfic This Troper has ever read. Warning: mild Sirius/Remus slash.
* ''Synopsis'': What happens after Hogwarts and Voldemort's defeat. Extrapolates an ending to the series, which had many elements that actually ended up happening in canon, and shows the characters assimilating to "normal" life without Voldemort.
* ''Comments'': Quite possibly the best fanfic This Troper has ever read. Warning: mild Sirius/Remus slash.
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* ''Comments'': Quite possibly the best fanfic This Troper has ever read. Warning: mild Sirius/Remus slash.
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* ''Comments:'' I loved this fic for its seamless combination of the world of Harry Potter and Mexican culture; Harry and Hermione are on holiday in Mexico after Voldemort's downfall, and know nothing about the Day of the Dead until they run smack into it. The part where they create a ''Dia de los Muertos'' altar in their hotel room, in memory of their fallen friend, is poignant and beautifully written.
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* ''Comments'': An interesting fan fic that halfway deconstructs gender-bending, and explores the effect it would have on someone.
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* ''Comments'': An interesting fan fic that halfway deconstructs gender-bending, and explores the effect it would have on someone.
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*** Definite third by Goldstein. Yes, it can be seen as a sort of suefic of the perfect sue sort, I always felt it was more of a parody of such. The entire premise is more or less that Harry can literally do anything he wants, because he doesn't know what isn't possible. I felt that the plot excuses the almost Mary Sue characterization.
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*** Definite third by Goldstein. Yes, it can be seen as a sort of suefic of the perfect sue sort, I always felt it was more of a parody of such. The entire premise is more or less that Harry can literally do anything he wants, because he doesn't know what isn't possible. I felt that the plot excuses the almost Mary Sue characterization.
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* ''Synopsis'': The first is an AlternateUniverse [[{{Shipping}} Harry/Hermione]] {{Continuation}} fic, written before ''Order of the Phoenix'' with enough twists to keep the attention of any fan who doesn't viscerally hate that pairing. The sequel dives headlong into MindScrew territory, and [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible many like it better for it.]] The third installment turns a major plot point of the series on its head, is even darker and {{MindScrew}}ier than its predecessors and sports a GainaxEnding.
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* ''Synopsis'': The first is an AlternateUniverse [[{{Shipping}} Harry/Hermione]] {{Continuation}} fic, written before ''Order of the Phoenix'' with enough twists to keep the attention of any fan who doesn't viscerally hate that pairing. The sequel dives headlong into MindScrew territory, and [[TrueArtIsIncomprehensible many like it better for it.]] The third installment turns a major plot point of the series on its head, is even darker and {{MindScrew}}ier than its predecessors and sports a GainaxEnding.
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* ''Comments:'' A superb fanfic that sticks close to the books while still maintaining a believable Harry/Cho romance. Most notably, [[spoiler:Sirius doesn't die]].
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* ''Comments'': Very entertaining and well-written, with an awesome (and hilariously snarky) main character.
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* ''Comments'': A really sweet plotless little one-shot focusing on two much overlooked characters.
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* Synopsis: Harry is a prisoner of the Dark Lord and Snape his prison guard. Completely cut off from the outside world, Harry struggles to hold himself intact as he is forced to rely on Snape for everything. Yet Snape may not be all that he appears...
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[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5924173/1/Goodbye_My_Brother Goodbye, My Brother]] by Hermione-Anti.Twilight
* Recommended by mermaidgirl45
* ''Synopsis:'' After the final battle of Hogwarts, Harry dies. Ron is haunted by his death, until Harry appears as a ghost to comfort him.
* ''Comments:'' This is only two chapters, but is very sweet and moving. There are some discrepancies, but it's good writing, and it really captures the grief and pain of the battle, the personality of the characters, especially Ron, and is interesting to read.
* Recommended by mermaidgirl45
* ''Synopsis:'' After the final battle of Hogwarts, Harry dies. Ron is haunted by his death, until Harry appears as a ghost to comfort him.
* ''Comments:'' This is only two chapters, but is very sweet and moving. There are some discrepancies, but it's good writing, and it really captures the grief and pain of the battle, the personality of the characters, especially Ron, and is interesting to read.
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* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension. MoralEventHorizons at least once per story arc.
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* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension. MoralEventHorizons at At least one MoralEventHorizon once per story arc.
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* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension.
* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing and death. Fun for the whole family.
* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing and death. Fun for the whole family.
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* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension.
acension. MoralEventHorizons at least once per story arc.
* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing anddeath. Fun for violence had by all. Basically, what would happen if a trio of villains instead of heroes were on the whole family.
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* ''Comments'': Darkfic. Lots of swearing and
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4684167/1/Lovers_in_a_Dangerous_Time Lovers in a Dangerous Time]]'' by [[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/836277/xXfireXflyXx xXfireXflyXx]]
* Recommended by @/BlitheCynic
* ''Synopsis'': At twenty-nine years of age, Bellatrix Black is chain-smoking, promiscuous, chronically bored, and still living with her parents until her introduction to the Dark Lord transforms her life into an exhilarating whirlwind of passion, murder, and unrequited love.
* ''Comments'': As canon as it can be, as Bella's back story/relationship with Voldemort is barely explored in the books. Excellent characterization and intriguing backstory. The time-line is a little bit off, but everything else makes up for it and most of the errors can be fixed mentally.
* Recommended by @/BlitheCynic
* ''Synopsis'': At twenty-nine years of age, Bellatrix Black is chain-smoking, promiscuous, chronically bored, and still living with her parents until her introduction to the Dark Lord transforms her life into an exhilarating whirlwind of passion, murder, and unrequited love.
* ''Comments'': As canon as it can be, as Bella's back story/relationship with Voldemort is barely explored in the books. Excellent characterization and intriguing backstory. The time-line is a little bit off, but everything else makes up for it and most of the errors can be fixed mentally.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6536945/1/ The Third Wizarding War: The Story of Miles Brand]]'' by McJunker
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6536945/1/ The Third Wizarding War: The Story of Miles Brand]]'' by McJunker
* Recommended by McJunker
* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension.
* ''Comments**: Darkfic. Lots of swearing and death. Fun for the whole family.
* Recommended by McJunker
* ''Synopsis'': An ex-Auror, a Pureblood supremacist, and a Muggle-born criminal are on the run during the Dark Lord's second acension.
* ''Comments**: Darkfic. Lots of swearing and death. Fun for the whole family.
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** @/LordGacek: To second @/ShadowAI, the premise is interesting, the {{Thirty Xanatos Pileup}}s are, to put it bluntly, magnificent, and the author does know how to write, but... yeah, the same problem makes it, in the long run, unreadable for me (though rather than Plato, I prefer the comparison to ''AtlasShrugged''). Anyway, it's definitely worthy of at least a try.
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** @/LordGacek: To second @/ShadowAI, @/ShadowAI (who zapped his comment for some reason), the premise is interesting, and the {{Thirty Xanatos Pileup}}s are, to put it bluntly, magnificent, and are magnificent. And the author does know how to write, but... too. But... yeah, the same problem makes almost-neverending strings of AuthorFilibuster make it, in the long run, unreadable for me (though rather than Plato, I prefer the comparison (comparisons to ''AtlasShrugged''). ''AtlasShrugged'' have been done). Anyway, it's definitely worthy of at least if you aren't scared off by that, it deserves a try.
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* ''Synopsis'' What if during the first Chamber incident Professor Dumbledore caught Tom Riddle red handed. Actually, life would have been amazing for both Tom and Albus (frienship). Until that is when one night Professor Tom M. Riddle decided to check out if Alternate Universes do exist. Takes place around Goblet of Fire in the canon universe. WIP.
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* ''Synopsis'' What if during the first Chamber incident incident, Professor Dumbledore had caught Tom Riddle red handed. handed? Actually, life would have been amazing for both Tom and Albus (frienship). Until (friendship). Until, that is is, when one night Professor Tom M. Riddle decided to check out if Alternate Universes do exist. Takes place around Goblet of Fire Half-Blood Prince in the canon universe. WIP.
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** @/UncloudedTJ: It definately gives a good reasoning for Voldemort not being an outright evil person in the other world and doesn't make him easily redeamed. Ultimately though the series focuses on the clash of personalities between Tom and the canon Voldemort and how Tom strugles to decide if he should help or leave the situation alone.
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** @/UncloudedTJ: It definately gives a good reasoning for Voldemort not being an outright evil person in the other world and doesn't make him easily redeamed. Ultimately though redeemed. Ultimately, though, the series focuses on the clash of personalities between Tom and the canon Voldemort and how Tom strugles to decide if he should help or leave the situation alone.
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** The Blood Sharpie: Sure, it's crack, and yes, it's an rather intriguing premise, but the fic itself reads more like a story outline than an actual story. What took a whole book in canon is glossed over in about five minutes here. Good for a laugh, but don't read this looking for something engaging.
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* ''Comments'': I love the remarks Snape makes while reading.
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* ''Comments'': I love the remarks Snape makes while reading. reading.
** The Blood Sharpie: A very good story, and one that lends itself to credibility by way of a plot in the "outside" world as well as the bolded text that Snape is reading. While it's not that hard to skip everything but Snape making snarky comments at the book, the "outside" plot gets its [[CerebusSyndrome Cerebus moment]] with the "inside" world sentence "Harry was used to spiders, because the cupboard under the stairs was full of them, and that was where he slept."
** The Blood Sharpie: A very good story, and one that lends itself to credibility by way of a plot in the "outside" world as well as the bolded text that Snape is reading. While it's not that hard to skip everything but Snape making snarky comments at the book, the "outside" plot gets its [[CerebusSyndrome Cerebus moment]] with the "inside" world sentence "Harry was used to spiders, because the cupboard under the stairs was full of them, and that was where he slept."
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/HarryPotter/HarryPotterAndTheOrderOfThePhoenix?from=Main.HarryPotterandtheOrderofthePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after [[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/HarryPotter/HarryPotterAndTheOrderOfThePhoenix?from=Main.HarryPotterandtheOrderofthePhoenix [[OrderOfThePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after OotP, Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
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* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after OotP, [[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/HarryPotter/HarryPotterAndTheOrderOfThePhoenix?from=Main.HarryPotterandtheOrderofthePhoenix OotP]], Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
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* ''[[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/55761.html Percy Weasley: Vampire Hunter]]'' by [[http://viola-dreamwalk.livejournal.com/profile Viola]]
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Angel}}
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after OotP, Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
* Recommended by @/ThoseDancingDays
* ''Fandoms'': HarryPotter, {{Angel}}
* ''Synopsis'': In the summer after OotP, Percy Weasley is is a man without a mission. Recently sacked form his Ministry job after the firing of Fudge, Weasley sets off to find an other job. His job hunting takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a vampire, and helps Kingsley Shacklebolt with several missions. With the help of Lorne, Ginny, and Mrs. Longbottom , Percy sets up an "Auror-for-hire" office, hoping to be a "Champion for the Good of Mankind".
* ''Comments'': Incomplete. This story is well worth the read, even though the updates are sporadic (luckily, there's a tag for the story on the author's LJ). Everyone is still in character, plus there's a likable Ginny Weasley!
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* Recommended by @/UncloudedTJ, @/LooneyToons, @/ShadowAI, @/FooFighter, boonerunner, @/{{Seraviel}}, @/{{Willyolio}}, HirakuJoutei, @/{{Sheaman3773}}
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** CaellachTigerEye: YMMV. There's no doubt it's well-written, but whether the ''style'' is you cup of tea depends. I personally am not a fan of stories giving such a ridiculous edge to Harry's side from the start, since it detracts from the well-balanced pacing of canon. Furthermore, the main characters' characterisation feels borderline Sue-ish. More importantly though, the author can ''not'' write children very well - they're either too immature for me to believe in, or far too mature and intelligent despite their age. It makes me wonder if the author has any experience with people of that age recently ... the writing might avert the DiLP or RtDE, but it still over-perfects Harry and Hermione in my eyes. And the romance is just ... ''painful''. People joke about Harry liking Hermione when he's ''eleven''. Seriously ... you only need read a few more stories to see the consistency in the author's narrative style as presented herein, which ditches proper character growth, development and change in favour of this, which tends to REALLY drag. Evidently, it has it's good points, but in my personal opinion they don't redeem the many faults ... the alt-fic ''Magical Relations'' is a better choice for a story in which early changes make for a less suspenseful plot (lack of suspense isn't bad, but when nothing else really appeals to you it's not something you'll want to waste your time on
As I said, good in many ways, just not in the ways I think are right or necessary.
As I said, good in many ways, just not in the ways I think are right or necessary.
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** CaellachTigerEye: YMMV. There's no doubt it's well-written, but whether the ''style'' is you cup of tea depends. I personally am not a fan of stories giving such a ridiculous edge to Harry's side from the start, since it detracts from the well-balanced pacing of canon. Furthermore, the main characters' characterisation feels borderline Sue-ish. More importantly though, the author can ''not'' write children very well - they're either too immature for me to believe in, or far too mature and intelligent despite their age. It makes me wonder if the author has any experience with people of that age recently ... the writing might avert the DiLP or RtDE, but it still over-perfects Harry and Hermione in my eyes. And the romance is just ... ''painful''. People joke about Harry liking Hermione when he's ''eleven''. Seriously ... you only need read a few more stories to see the consistency in the author's narrative style as presented herein, which ditches proper character growth, development and change in favour of this, which tends to REALLY drag. Evidently, it has it's good points, but in my personal opinion they don't redeem the many faults ... the alt-fic ''Magical Relations'' is a better choice for a story in which early changes make for a less suspenseful plot (lack of suspense isn't bad, but when nothing else really appeals to you it's not something you'll want to waste spend your time on
on ... As I said, good in many ways, just not necessarily in the ways I think are right or necessary.
enjoy my fiction.
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** CaellachTigerEye: YMMV. There's no doubt it's well-written, but whether the ''style'' is you cup of tea depends. I personally am not a fan of stories giving such a ridiculous edge to Harry's side from the start, since it detracts from the well-balanced pacing of canon. Furthermore, the main characters' characterisation feels borderline Sue-ish. More importantly though, the author can ''not'' write children very well - they're either too immature for me to believe in, or far too mature and intelligent despite their age. It makes me wonder if the author has any experience with people of that age recently ... the writing might avert the DiLP or RtDE, but it still over-perfects Harry and Hermione in my eyes. And the romance is just ... ''painful''. People joke about Harry liking Hermione when he's ''eleven''. Seriously ... you only need read a few more stories to see the consistency in the author's narrative style as presented herein, which ditches proper character growth, development and change in favour of this, which tends to REALLY drag. Evidently, it has it's good points, but in my personal opinion they don't redeem the many faults ... the alt-fic ''Magical Relations'' is a better choice for a story in which early changes make for a less suspenseful plot (lack of suspense isn't bad, but when nothing else really appeals to you it's not something you'll want to waste your time on
As I said, good in many ways, just not in the ways I think are right or necessary.
As I said, good in many ways, just not in the ways I think are right or necessary.
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** @/LooneyToons: I particularly like his take on Luna Lovegood, which makes perfect sense in this setting. Also note that this story does not end conclusively, and there is an as-yet incomplete sequel that picks up where this story left off, and seems to be upping the ante rather dramatically.
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** @/LooneyToons: I particularly like his take on Luna Lovegood, which makes perfect sense in this setting. Also note that this story does not end conclusively, and there is an as-yet incomplete but its sequel that picks up where this story "Bungle" left off, and seems to be upping the ante rather dramatically.off.
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''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1513042/1/Hold_Me_While_Im_Here Hold Me While I'm Here]]'' by Nitte Iz
* Recommended by Shinji117
* ''Synopsis'': Harry 'Patterson' is an exchange student who arrives in Hogwarts at the start of the Marauder's sixth year in Hogwarts.
* ''Comments'': Very very well done. Not much time is wasted about HOW Harry timetravelled, unlike other fics where the author spends three chapters preparing Harry. Also, the author is very good at switching the mood of the fic between [[CrowningMomentOfFunny bloody hiarious]] and deadly serious. Harry and the Marauders are all fully-fleshed characters, Harry is not stupidly powerful and when he does show some of his strength there ARE consequences. His reaction to the Death-Eater recruitment program must be SEEN to be believed, his thoughts about James and Lily are rather moving, the pranks are [[CrowningMomentOfFunny inspired]] and his [[CrowningMomentOfHeartwarming realisation]] that the Marauders have fully accepted him [[spoiler: by admitting to be animagi]] is so perfectly done that it's difficult to describe.
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** RE: "Virginia", let's keep in mind that this fic was written prior to the release of Order of the Phoenix, during the "three year summer" after Goblet of Fire. It wasn't yet known that Ginny's real name was Ginevra. And yeah, I'd like to eighth this recc. The Very Secret Diary is a great example of fanfiction done so well that it improves upon the reader's appreciation of canon. Arabella's [[http://www.sugarquill.net/read.php?chapno=1&storyid=661 Hermione, Queen of Witches]] fics are also fantastic-- much less dark than VSD, but just as well written. She wrote a Queen of Witches fic for each of Books 1-4, with a partial one for Book 5. They're a hilarious take on life as Hermione sees it, and like most [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php Sugarquill]] fics, heavy on the good ship Ron/Hermione.
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* This Troper is shocked to see only three reccs for this incredible fic. First of all, it was written entirely before the release of Order of the Phoenix. The amount that it gets right in terms of characterization and plot prediction is impressive, to say the least. It's easily the best fanfic I've ever read, and I'm not just saying that because it is what got me into fandom as a sixteen year old. It's epic in scope with close to NINE HUNDRED PAGES in length, more than 40 chapters! And it covers so many relationships, developing the characters in a way that's convincing and compelling. Pairings include: Harry/Ginny, Ron/Hermione (these first two were [[http://www.sugarquill.net/index.php The Sugarquill]]'s M.O.), Remus/Sirius, Bill/Fleur, Charlie/Cho, Percy/Penelope. You'll find yourself rooting for all these ships by the end of this epic. There are plenty of original characters introduced who you'll care about, too. Honestly, I think Arabella & Zsenya's idea of the Harry/Voldemort final battle was more dramatic and interesting than what happened in canon. Although it definitely didn't result in immediate peace... because the entirety of ATE is about dealing with the aftermath of the war.
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