One idea could be a story where Nightwing has to take over Batman's duties temporarily in Gotham. He faces a new villain who is specifically targeting Batman's absence and Nightwing has to prove himself not just as a replacement, but as a hero in his own right.
Perhaps a fanfiction where an old enemy from Batman's past resurfaces and targets Nightwing to get to Batman. Batman then has to race against time to save Nightwing while also dealing with his own guilt for putting Nightwing in danger.
A great plot could involve Nightwing training a new generation of heroes in the 'Batman Beyond' universe. He could share his old - school combat techniques with the more tech - reliant heroes, leading to some interesting clashes and growth. For example, he might have a hard time getting used to the new gadgets while the younger heroes struggle with his more hands - on combat style. And together they have to face a villain who is exploiting their differences.
One idea could be that Nightwing is captured by a powerful new villain in Gotham. Batman has to use all his detective skills to find Nightwing's location. Then, in a intense showdown, he battles the villain's minions and finally rescues Nightwing. Maybe Nightwing was being held in an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of the city.
One idea could be a story where Batman has to carry an injured Nightwing out of a dangerous situation, like a collapsing building during a fight with a powerful villain. It could show Batman's concern and determination to save his protege.
One idea could be a misunderstanding. Maybe a villain manipulates information to make Batman think Nightwing has turned bad. So, Batman starts to hunt Nightwing, while Nightwing is confused and has to prove his innocence.
A plot idea could be that Nightwing is injured while saving a group of hostages. Batman then has to deal with the criminals who were holding the hostages as well as take care of Nightwing. The story could explore Batman's feelings of guilt for not being there in time to prevent Nightwing's injury.
One idea could be a story where Baby Nightwing is discovered by the Justice League. They have to figure out how to take care of him while also protecting him from villains who might want to use him. Another could be a time - travel story where an older hero goes back in time and meets Baby Nightwing, and has to ensure his safety so that the future doesn't change.
A great plot could be that there's a new vampire in Gotham who is creating chaos by turning innocent people into vampires. Nightwing, with his detective skills, starts to investigate. As he gets closer to the truth, he discovers that the vampire has a personal vendetta against him. It could be an old enemy who was turned into a vampire and now wants to make Nightwing's life a living hell.
One unique aspect in certain 'batman x nightwing fanfiction' is the exploration of their family - like relationship from an outsider's perspective. There are also stories where they team up not just in Gotham but in other fictional universes, facing challenges that are completely new to them and seeing how their relationship evolves in those strange new settings.
One idea could be that the baby has some unique superpowers that are a combination of Nightwing's skills and Starfire's alien abilities. For example, it could have enhanced acrobatic skills like Nightwing and the power to fly or shoot energy blasts like Starfire. Another plot could revolve around the challenges they face as new parents in a world full of villains who might target their baby. They have to balance protecting their child while still being superheroes.
Another plot could involve Nightwing trying to reform Deathstroke. He believes there's good in him still and attempts to bring out that side through a series of intense encounters and conversations. For example, they could be forced to work together against a common enemy and during that time, Nightwing tries to get through to Deathstroke.