Another theme is self - discovery. Tony realizes that his identity as a weapons - maker isn't all he wants to be. He starts to explore other aspects of himself, like his ability to be a true hero and protector. In some fanfictions, he discovers new values and beliefs that change his perspective on life. For example, he might start to value human life more than profits from weapons sales. This self - discovery often goes hand in hand with his journey of redemption.
The theme of forgiveness also comes up a lot. Tony has to deal with the fact that not everyone will forgive him for his past as the 'Merchant of Death'. Some fanfictions explore how he tries to earn forgiveness from his friends, the public, and even himself. It's a complex process that adds a lot of depth to the stories. He might face rejection at first but then slowly earn back trust through his actions.
The 'Merchant of Death' concept probably means that Tony is involved in activities related to death in a commercial way. For example, he might be selling things that can cause death, such as weapons or poisons.
I'm not sure who Tony specifically is in this fanfiction without reading it. It could be an original character created by the author, or perhaps a reimagined version of a known character in a particular fictional universe.
One possible story could be about Tony's moral struggle within the 'Merchant of Death' scenario. Maybe he tries to find a way to redeem himself from his dark deeds. For example, he might start using his skills to protect the innocent instead of causing harm.
One common theme is grief. The other characters often have to deal with the intense pain of losing him.
One common theme is grief. The Avengers are deeply affected by Tony's death, and they have to find ways to cope with it. Another theme is guilt. Some of them may feel responsible for not being able to prevent his death. For example, in many of these fanfictions, Steve might feel guilty for their past disagreements.
One common theme is mortality. Since Tony Stark is a mortal human and Lady Death represents the end of life, many fanfictions explore his struggle with his own mortality in the face of this powerful entity.
Common themes are sacrifice and redemption. Tony may have to sacrifice parts of his life or relationships to deal with Death's love. Redemption can also come into play, as perhaps he views his near - death experiences as a chance to make amends for past mistakes. Additionally, the theme of the unknown is present. The nature of Death's love is something Tony has to figure out, and it represents the unknown aspects of the afterlife and the supernatural that are usually not part of his scientific - minded world.
Perhaps it's a story set in a post - apocalyptic world. Harry and Tony Merchant were trying to survive. They got into a conflict with a brutal gang. During the fight, Merchant got fatally injured. Harry then had to carry on with Merchant's unfinished business and seek revenge.
One popular 'Tony is the Merchant of Death' fanfiction is 'The Iron Path'. It delves deep into Tony's complex character and his journey after being labeled as such. It shows how he grapples with his reputation and tries to make amends in a very engaging way.
Well, obviously Tony is the central character. But there could also be other characters like his business partners who might be involved in his 'Merchant of Death' activities, either helping or hindering him. There could also be some love interests for Tony, which could add a romantic sub - plot to the fanfiction.