How I Fell Into The Dramione Rabbit Hole, And Honestly? I’m Thriving!

There are two types of people in this world: those who have never heard of Dramione, and those who fell into a black hole of fan edits, fanfiction, and out-of-context TikTok clips and never found their way back.

If you’re reading this, you already know which category I belong to.

I’ve always been a fan of the Harry Potter books and movies, but the books more IYKYK. Ever since I saw Draco in Prisoner of Azkaban at 10 years old, I have had a crush on him. They all looked gorgeous in the movie (Puberty probaby) but there was something about Draco. I have always wanted Draco and Hermione to end up together cause what’s not to love about a bad boy changing his ways for only and only the girl he loves?

I would daydream of these scenarios as a kid and then somewhere life happened. It wasn’t until I turned 23 I was reintroduced to Harry Potter but this time to DRAMIONE TOK. It felt like my dreams had come true, unicorns existed and there was only happiness in the world because what more could 10 year old Ria want? 

Boy was I wrong. It started innocently enough. A casual scroll through TikTok, a random video popping up on my For You Page. A beautifully edited clip of Hermione and Draco staring at each other, set to an emotional Taylor Swift song. The tension? The yearning? The enemies-to-lovers perfection? Hook. Line. Sunk.

The Descent Into Dramione Madness

Like any rational person, I went to the comments section. Big mistake. “Read Manacled,” someone wrote. “If you liked this, you HAVE to read Isolation.” And so, like Alice tumbling down the rabbit hole, I followed the breadcrumbs straight into the world of Dramione fanfiction.

One fic turned into three, three turned into an all-nighter, and suddenly, I had a TBR list of fanfiction longer than my Goodreads backlog. I was annotating quotes like I was in an AP Lit class, gasping at slow-burn moments, and (most importantly) questioning why J.K. Rowling didn’t consult the internet before finalizing the canon ships.

The Fic That Started It All: Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Falling in Love

Okay, before I even knew what Dramione Tok was, there was one fic that had me absolutely hooked—Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Falling in Love. If you haven’t read it yet, you’re missing out. It’s the kind of fic that flips Draco Malfoy from being a snarky, emo disaster to a totally relatable mess—and honestly? I felt that on a spiritual level. It’s about vulnerability, growth, and a side of Draco that is, like, shockingly… sweet?

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Okay, but why are you so obsessed with this fic?” Let me explain. It’s not just about the fact that it’s a slow-burn, angsty, total swoon-fest. No, it’s because it actually makes you feel something for Draco. Watching him go from “ugh, emotions” to “I’m so in love I can’t even look at you” hit different, like too different. Honestly, if you can’t relate to a self-sabotaging, emotional wreck trying not to fall in love, are you even human?

This fic is, like, my gateway drug to everything Dramione-related. Suddenly, I’m falling down a TikTok rabbit hole of fan edits, people talking about Dramione theories, and my personal favorite: the ever-growing library of Dramione fanfics. But it all started with this one damn story that had me spiraling into a fandom that I’m low-key convinced I’ll never escape from.

The Fan Edits? A Spiritual Experience.

If you’ve never stumbled down the Dramione TikTok rabbit hole, I’m genuinely worried for you. The edits? Chef’s kiss. We’re talking top-tier artistry that has absolutely no business being this good. The color grading, the soundtrack choices, the perfectly-timed voice overs—they don’t just make you believe Draco Malfoy spent his Hogwarts years pining for Hermione Granger, they make you feel it deep in your soul. It’s not just a theory, my friend; it’s a lifestyle.

One minute, you’re casually scrolling, and then BOOM, an edit hits you like a freight train, set to Right Where You Left Me by Taylor Swift. Suddenly, you’re convinced Draco was secretly writing sad poetry about Hermione in the Malfoy Manor dungeons, and you’re not sure how to handle it. But honestly, who’s to say he didn’t?

Fanfiction: The Real Literary Canon

Listen, Dramione fanfiction isn’t just “fanfiction”—it’s a spiritual journey. It’s an emotional rollercoaster, a masterclass in character development, and proof that the fandom can craft stories that are just as, if not more, gripping than the original books. From dystopian tragedies like Manacled (which, FYI, will haunt me forever) to modern-day enemies-to-lovers gems like The Auction (I see you, drama), every story adds a new layer to the dynamic that the canon never explored.

And let’s be real for a second: isn’t it infinitely more fun to imagine a version of Draco who actually redeems himself, breaks free from his family’s toxic legacy, and falls head-over-heels for Hermione, the brightest witch of their age? The answer is yes. Always yes.

Why I’m Never Leaving Dramione Tok

At this point, leaving the Dramione fandom isn’t even an option. I’ve got playlists that would make even the most dedicated fan jealous. I’ve curated Pinterest boards filled with angst, longing, and scenes that make me wish I could live in the world where Draco and Hermione’s romance was real. I’ve even read essays that break down Draco’s secret longing like it’s a PhD thesis, and don’t get me started on the TED Talk I could give about why Dramione would’ve been the superior literary romance. I could talk for hours. No, really. Hours.

So, if you catch me five years from now, still deep in my Dramione obsession, surrounded by fan edits and an unhealthy knowledge of every slow-burn fic ever written? Just know—I regret nothing. I’m in too deep. We’re in too deep.

Your Turn, Dramione Stans

Now, I need to know: what was your gateway fic? Was it the first edit that hooked you, or maybe a particular fanfic that took you on an emotional rollercoaster you’re still recovering from? Let’s bond over the sheer brilliance of this fandom in the comments below. Honestly, I’m just trying to find my fellow Dramione stans and create a support group. We’re in this together.

I hope you’ve enjoyed my latest Dramione ramble. For more cozy fangirling and too much fanfiction love, make sure to stick around on The Cozy Corner Chronicles. And remember—whether you’re here for the edits, the fanfics, or just a comfy space to talk about your favorite OTP, you’re always welcome in my corner of the internet.

Yours in Fandom, Ria