Richie himself could potentially save himself. If he has a strong will and manages to find a glimmer of hope within the chaos of the Deadlights, he could use his own wits and courage to break free. He might recall some important memories or emotions that give him the strength to fight back against the mind - numbing power of the Deadlights.
It could be his friends. In many stories, friends are the ones who come to the rescue. They might have some special knowledge or power that can counter the effects of the Deadlights. Maybe they've been researching about it and find a way to break through the hold it has on Richie.
Well, in such a fanfiction, Richie might experience intense psychological horror. The Deadlights are often associated with mind - numbing fear and chaos in the related lore. So, he could be subjected to terrifying visions, lose his grip on reality, and maybe even have his worst nightmares come to life right before his eyes.
I don't know who the author is. There are so many fanfiction writers out there, and without more information, it's impossible to say.
Since I haven't actually read this particular fanfiction, it's hard to say for certain. However, based on the title, we can assume that Richie is the main focus. The Deadlights are likely some sort of supernatural or dangerous element. It could involve Richie being trapped in a world created by the Deadlights, facing his worst nightmares perhaps, and the story might be about his journey to break free from this terrifying situation, whether through his own strength or with the help of others.
In many fanfictions, Richie is often portrayed as a very observant character. He notices things about Ash's training style and Pokemon that others might miss. For example, in some stories, he gives Ash valuable advice based on his observations.
Richie might cope by escaping into his own imagination. He could create these wild fantasies where he is a hero and his father has no power over him. It gives him a mental break from the reality of the abuse.
I'm not sure which specific novel you are referring to. Without that information, it's impossible to say whether Richie was gay in it.
Yes, in the 'It' novel, Richie was gay. Stephen King included this aspect of his character which added depth to Richie's personality and his experiences in the story.
It depends on how the author portrays him. Maybe it's hinted at but not explicitly stated.
No, Richie is not gay in the IT novel. His character's sexuality is not depicted as such.
In the novel, Richie's character was indeed gay. This aspect was developed through his relationships and inner thoughts throughout the story.