Harry is neglected by his family for most of his young life. He isn't allowed to leave the house, nor is he allowed to do magic like his boy-who-lived brother is. Certain magicks, though, the mind magicks, can be done without a wand. It just so happens that finds a few of those books… AU, WBWL.

Arriving at Hogwarts with few outstanding abilities, many would think little of Harry Potter, but the arcane art of magic has few limitations. The ambitious find there is little they cannot become, and young Harry is nothing if not ambitious. Bloodmagic, runes, and rituals.

Upon reaching the steps of Hogwarts, it is apparent to Harry the magical world has no real leader, no magical powerhouse controlling the populace and, seeking to take that position for himself, sets out dead set on manipulating the next generation to his whims. First story in my Dark Ravenclaw series. Heavily inspired by Partially Kissed Hero.

When he joined the British Auror force, Harry Potter came to the realization that he wasn’t quite as good at magical combat as he thought he was. He sets out on a journey to rectify that, learning ancient magicks and joining the elusive Mages Guild of the ICW. He runs across the world fighting wizard after wizard, on track to become a legendary mage.

Following the Chamber of Secrets incident Harry becomes obsessed with Basilisks. He decides the best way to deal with Voldemort is Basilisks, so he goes about creating one.

Spending years as a rclusive Ravenclaw, Harry finds an ambition, world domination. But he decided to raise the stakes. Why not have an inner circle of dark lords?