What are the common themes in Buffy the Vampire fanfic?

One common theme is power and responsibility. Just like in the original show, the self - insert characters often have to grapple with newfound powers and the weight of using them correctly. For example, they might have to decide whether to use their powers for personal gain or to protect the town like Buffy does.

Power dynamics is another theme. There's usually a struggle for power between the hybrids and the regular characters. Buffy has to use her slayer powers to keep the hybrids in check if they pose a threat, and this creates an interesting power play. Also, some hybrids may try to gain more power over the others or over the humans in Sunnydale. This theme adds a lot of drama and action to the stories.

One common theme is redemption. Many fanfics explore how an OC vampire can find redemption in a world full of slayers like Faith. It's about breaking free from the typical vampire - evil stereotype.

One common theme is the exploration of forbidden love. Since the show itself doesn't really have much in terms of gay relationships in the main plot, fanfics often play with the idea of characters falling in love against the odds. Another theme is the re - imagining of character dynamics. For instance, two characters who were just friends in the show might be in a romantic relationship in the fanfic. And self - discovery is also a theme, as characters come to terms with their new - found feelings in these alternative storylines.

One common theme is identity. Since Dawn becomes a vampire, she has to re - evaluate who she is. Another theme is family. Buffy's reaction to Dawn's new state and how they interact as sisters in this new situation is often explored.

One common theme is identity. Dawn has to figure out who she is as a vampire, different from her human self. Another theme is family. Buffy and the rest of the gang have to deal with Dawn in this new state, which tests their family bonds.

One common theme is the battle between good and evil. Buffy, as the slayer, represents good and the vampires are the evil she has to combat. It's a classic struggle that is central to most of these fanfictions.

One common theme is the struggle between good and evil. Since it involves vampires, there's often a battle between the forces of darkness (the vampires) and the forces of good, with Dawn sometimes caught in the middle.

Love and relationships are common themes. Many fanfictions explore Buffy's love for Angel or Spike further. Another theme is the struggle between good and evil. Since the show is about slaying vampires, this is often explored in new ways in fanfiction. And there's also the theme of self - discovery as the characters, especially Buffy, are constantly evolving.

Love and acceptance are common themes. Since the characters are often in a world that may not fully understand their relationships, the fanfiction explores how they find love and acceptance within themselves and with their friends. Another theme is the struggle against the forces of evil while being in a lesbian relationship. It shows that love doesn't stop them from being strong slayers or witches.