Well, a frequent theme is the search for meaning. His characters are often on a journey to find some sense in a world that doesn't seem to make much sense. Take 'Harrison Bergeron' for instance. In that story, the pursuit of equality has gone too far, and it shows how difficult it can be to find true meaning in a society that enforces such extreme norms. Another theme is the futility of some human endeavors. We see this when his characters try to achieve things that are ultimately unachievable or that lead to no real gain in the grand scheme of things.
I once witnessed domestic violence in my neighbor's house. The husband would often shout at his wife and throw things around. It was terrifying. One day, I heard a big fight and saw the wife with a bruised face. I felt so sorry for her but was also scared to interfere directly. Eventually, the wife got the courage to call the police and got help. It was a long and difficult process for her to break free from that situation, but she's now living a new life away from that violence.
Well, I once heard a story. A man dreamed about winning the lottery numbers. The next day, he randomly decided to buy a lottery ticket using those exact numbers from his dream, and he actually won. It was so spooky.
Powerful time travel can completely rewrite the history and future of the Harry Potter universe. It can change the fates of characters. For example, if someone travels back and saves Cedric Diggory, it would change the emotional state of many characters, especially Harry. It could also alter the power dynamics. If a character goes back and gives the Death Eaters more advanced magic knowledge, Voldemort could become even more powerful. Or, if a time traveler helps the Order of the Phoenix earlier in the timeline, they could potentially defeat Voldemort much sooner.
One of the main themes is the power of the past. In 'The Body', the memories of childhood and the events that happened then shape the characters. Isolation is also a theme, like in 'Survivor Type' where the character is alone on an island. And there's often a sense of the supernatural intruding on the normal world, which is very clear in 'Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption' where the hope in a hopeless place seems almost supernatural.
Give them a sense of humor. For example, they could have a dry, sarcastic wit that is unexpected for a Frieza Race. This would set them apart from the typical cold and menacing Frieza Race characters. They might make snarky comments during battles or when dealing with other characters.
It combines two popular genres. Adventure games are loved for their action and exploration, and love stories are always popular for their emotional depth. So when you put them together, it can attract both adventure game enthusiasts and those who enjoy a good love story.
Another possibility is a fanfiction where the Elder Wand has a mind of its own and tries to influence Harry in different ways. Harry has to struggle with the wand's power and his own moral compass to ensure that he doesn't let the wand's dark potential take over him.
Rather than seeking out stories about cheating at parties, it's better to look for tales of loyalty and love in relationships. Cheating is a negative and hurtful act that doesn't deserve glorification.
One popular theme is alternate universes. Writers like to explore what would happen if Wonder Woman was in a different world or time period. For example, she could be in a steampunk - inspired universe or a modern world with different superpowers rules.
Sure. 'The Gift of the Magi' from this collection is really great. It's a story about a young couple who are very poor but they each sacrifice their most precious possession to buy a gift for the other. It shows deep love and selflessness.