The 'Power Overload' trope is quite popular. As Oliver starts to learn magic, he often struggles to control the new power. This leads to some chaotic and dangerous situations. For example, he might accidentally set off a magical explosion while trying to perform a simple spell. Also, the 'Secret Identity' trope plays a role. He has to keep his new magical abilities a secret from his friends and foes in Star City, adding an extra layer of drama.
One interesting 'Arrow Oliver Queen Learns Magic' fanfic could be 'The Green Arrow's Magical Ascent'. In this fic, Oliver discovers an ancient magic tome while on an island mission. His journey to learn magic is filled with challenges as he has to balance his newfound powers with his vigilante duties. It also delves into how his relationships with the team, like Felicity and Diggle, are affected by this new aspect of his life.
The 'fish out of water' trope is quite popular. For example, Peter Parker visiting Star City and being amazed by how Oliver Queen operates as the Green Arrow in a different environment compared to his New York. It creates a lot of humorous and interesting situations.
One popular trope is 'Enemies to Lovers' in a way. At the start, Oliver was all broody and Felicity was this bright, bubbly hacker. Their personalities seemed so different, but as they worked together, they fell in love. Another common trope is 'Injury Recovery'. There are many fanfics where Oliver gets hurt and Felicity takes care of him, which deepens their relationship.
The popularity of Arrow Oliver Hurt fanfics lies in the fact that Oliver is a complex character. His backstory is full of pain and trauma, so when he's hurt in fanfics, it allows readers to explore his character even further. It also gives fans a chance to see how he might react in different, often more extreme, situations. For example, in some fanfics, his hurt might be physical due to a new villain, while in others it could be emotional because of a betrayal. This variety keeps readers interested.
One reason is that it allows fans to explore the more vulnerable side of Oliver Queen. In the show, he's often seen as a strong hero, but in hurt fanfiction, we get to see him break and then rebuild. It adds a new layer of depth to his character.
One great Arrow Oliver and Thea fanfic is 'The Sibling Bond'. It delves deep into their relationship, showing how they support each other through the various challenges in Star City. It has some really touching moments that highlight their unique connection.
Well, 'Shadows of Hurt' is a fanfic that stands out. In this story, Oliver Queen is hurt both physically and emotionally, and the writer shows how his friends and family deal with it. It's a very character - driven piece. There's also 'Pain and Redemption' where Oliver's journey of dealing with his hurt leads him to re - evaluate his life and relationships in a very interesting way.
They are interesting because their relationship is complex. Oliver has been through so much and Thea has her own journey. Fanfics explore different aspects of their bond, like how they handle secrets or rely on each other in tough times.
One common trope is the 'Chosen One' with the bow. Percy is often singled out to wield a special bow for some great destiny. For example, in many fanfics, he's the only one who can use a bow that can defeat a certain powerful monster.
One great Oliver Queen crossover fanfic is 'Oliver Queen in the DC Multiverse'. It combines Oliver's story with other DC heroes in an exciting way. Another one could be 'Oliver Queen and the Avengers Crossover' which imagines what would happen if he interacted with the Marvel heroes. And there's also 'Oliver Queen: Time - Travel Crossover' that takes him on adventures across different timelines.