What makes a Harry Potter fanfic a 'nightmare' fanfic?

Well, it could be about the Hogwarts kitchen being in chaos. Maybe the house - elves go on strike and the students have to try and cook. It would be a mess with magic spells going wrong in the kitchen, like a spell to make the food cook faster makes it explode instead.

One great fanfic could be one where Harry Potter somehow gets transported to the world of Nightmare Before Christmas. He might befriend Jack Skellington and together they face some sort of threat that combines the magic of the Harry Potter universe and the spooky charm of Nightmare Before Christmas. For example, a dark wizard from Harry's world teams up with Oogie Boogie to try and take over both worlds.

First, decide on a central plot. It could be as simple as a crossover adventure where Harry visits Halloween Town. Then, think about how the characters from both universes will interact. For example, how would Harry react to Jack's wild ideas? Next, create a setting that combines elements of both worlds. You can have Hogwarts with a touch of Nightmare Before Christmas spookiness. Don't forget to keep the tone consistent throughout the fanfic.

Most likely, Harry Potter remains the main character. After all, it's a 'Harry Potter' fanfic. He would be the one to take on the challenges presented by the Nightmare Lord.

One interesting plot could be the Nightmare Lord creating new and terrifying dark creatures that Harry and his friends have to face. These creatures might have unique powers that challenge the heroes in ways they haven't experienced before.

For me, a nightmare fanfic often has lots of grammar mistakes, an illogical story progression, and characters acting out of character. It just doesn't make sense and leaves you frustrated.

The fanfic 'All our firsts' might be unique because of its focus on the emotions associated with firsts. In the Harry Potter world, there are so many firsts - first loves, first battles, first losses. This fanfic could really dig deep into how these first experiences emotionally impact the characters. It might show a more vulnerable side of the characters that we don't often see in the official books. Maybe it also has unique interpretations of magic related to these firsts, like a new type of magic that is only accessible during a character's first time facing a certain situation.

Well, 'fat Harry Potter fanfic' is different in that it can bring out new character arcs. In regular fanfic, we often see the characters in their well - known roles. However, when Harry is portrayed as fat in these fanfics, it can lead to new internal and external conflicts. His self - confidence might be affected, and his relationships with others, such as with Hermione and Ron, could be re - examined. Maybe he has to prove himself more because of the physical stereotype associated with being fat, which is not a common focus in regular Harry Potter fanfic.

The use of character quirks can make a Harry Potter fanfic funny. For example, if the author exaggerates Neville's clumsiness in a new and creative way. Maybe Neville accidentally knocks over the entire potions classroom while trying to catch his toad. Another factor is the unexpected twists on the original story. Like if Dumbledore suddenly starts break - dancing during a serious Hogwarts meeting.

A great plot twist and well-developed characters are key. Also, staying true to the magical world and its rules helps.