Perhaps a plot line where the characters have to deal with a time - related crisis in the short story. It could be something like a time - rift that is causing chaos, and they need to find a way to close it. This would involve using their powers in unique ways and also relying on their wits and teamwork. It's a great way to show the versatility of the Dragon Ball universe and how the characters can adapt to different situations.
One interesting plot line could be Goku's unexpected encounter with a new and powerful foe in the short story. It adds an element of surprise and showcases Goku's growth as a fighter.
Maybe in the fanfiction, Nappa survives and starts training with the other Saiyans on Earth. He could learn new techniques and his power level could increase exponentially, leading to him becoming a key player in battles against stronger villains. For example, he could develop a unique fighting style that combines his brute strength with some new ki - based moves.
One idea could be a story where Goku and Vegeta from Dragon Ball Super end up in the world of Dragon Ball GT by some sort of time - space rift. They then have to team up with the GT versions of themselves to fight a new, powerful enemy that is threatening both timelines.
A great plot idea in 'reborn in dragon ball fanfiction' could be the reborn character having a special connection with the Dragon Balls themselves. Instead of just using them to make wishes, they could communicate with the dragons in a more profound way. This connection might give them powers related to the Dragon Balls, such as the ability to teleport to the location of the Dragon Balls or to call upon the dragons for help in non - traditional ways during battles.
A possible plot is that the reincarnated person has a special power from their previous life that doesn't exist in the Dragon Ball world yet. Maybe it's a unique form of magic. This new power attracts the attention of both the heroes and the villains. The Z - fighters might be curious and want to learn from it, while the villains see it as a means to gain an advantage over their enemies.
One idea could be a story where a new character from an alternate timeline enters the Xenoverse 2 world. They have a unique power that disrupts the normal flow of time rifts. This new character teams up with the Time Patrollers to fix the chaos they unknowingly caused. Another could be a fanfic focusing on the backstory of an existing minor character in the game, like how they came to be a part of the Xenoverse in the first place.
A cool plot could involve a new villain who is able to control time in a different way than Cell or the Supreme Kai of Time. This villain uses time - based attacks and defenses, and the Z - fighters have to learn new techniques to combat it. In this fanfiction, the RPG elements could include leveling up their time - related skills. Also, a story about a character who is half - Namekian and half - human trying to find their place in the Dragon Ball universe could be really engaging.
Some fanfictions explore Bardock's connection to the Super Saiyan legend in more depth. Maybe he had a premonition or some sort of hidden knowledge about it that he was trying to pass on. This can lead to really complex and engaging storylines that add new layers to the Dragon Ball lore.
One idea could be a time - traveling adventure where the heroes from different eras of Dragon Ball come together to face a new, powerful enemy in the Heroes universe. For example, Goku from the Saiyan Saga teams up with Goku Ultra Instinct from a later time.
A third idea is to focus on a tournament among the new generation. But instead of just physical combat, it also includes challenges related to knowledge of the Dragon Balls' history and power. This would not only test their fighting abilities but also their understanding of their own heritage.
One idea could be that after the defeat of a powerful enemy, Goku accidentally ends up in a parallel dimension where he meets multiple female characters from different eras of Dragon Ball. They all develop feelings for him due to his heroic nature. Another plot could be that Vegeta, in an attempt to outdo Goku, gets involved in a situation where he has a harem of his own, but he's constantly struggling to understand their emotions as he's so focused on training. A third idea is that a new female Saiyan arrives on Earth and she has a special power that attracts many of the male Dragon Ball characters, leading to a complex web of relationships and a harem - like situation.