One different portrayal could be that Genos is the one who has to constantly save Saitama from his own carelessness. Maybe Saitama gets into all sorts of comical mishaps and Genos is there to bail him out. Another way is to have a relationship where they are complete opposites in terms of their emotions. Saitama is always calm and Genos is super emotional, and they balance each other out. Also, their relationship could be shown as a kind of unspoken alliance where they don't communicate much verbally but still know exactly what the other needs to do in a fight.
Well, one way to portray their relationship differently is to make it a more competitive one. Genos could constantly be trying to outdo Saitama in small tasks or hero - related activities. On the other hand, it could be a relationship based on mutual admiration from afar. Genos looks up to Saitama but is too shy to get too close. And then there's the possibility of portraying it as a reluctant partnership, where they don't really like each other at first but are forced to work together and gradually grow on each other.
Female Genos could be developed with a more empathetic side. Since she is a cyborg, she could struggle with understanding human emotions more deeply. Maybe she starts to learn about love and friendship in a different way compared to male Genos. For example, she might be more sensitive to the feelings of other female characters around her.
One popular storyline could be them going on a training journey together. Genos, being the eager learner, and Saitama, with his overpowered strength, could teach Genos new techniques in unique ways. Another could be them facing a new, extremely powerful villain that challenges even Saitama, and Genos has to step up in unexpected ways to assist. A third one might be a story where they get transported to a different dimension and have to find their way back while dealing with the strange new world and its inhabitants.
Genos would probably be even more in awe of Saitama. He already idolizes him, but with Saitama being S - Class, Genos might see him as even more untouchable. He could become more protective of Saitama's new status, trying to fend off any detractors or those who might try to take advantage of Saitama.
In some fanfictions, his psychic powers are shown to have a much wider range. He can control more than just the usual objects. For example, he might be able to manipulate time on a small scale using his psychic powers.
One way is to explore his life before he became a hero. Maybe he had a normal job and was constantly frustrated with the mundanity of it. This could have been the catalyst for his intense training.
In a fanfiction, Mosquito Girl could develop a grudging respect for Saitama. After being defeated by him, she realizes that there are beings far more powerful than her. And Saitama, on the other hand, might start to see Mosquito Girl as more than just a villain. Maybe he discovers that she has some good qualities, like her tenacity. So their relationship could shift from pure enmity to a more complex dynamic of mutual understanding.
One way is to put Genos in a situation where he's outnumbered. As the enemies attack him from all sides, his defenses are slowly broken down. The writer can describe the attacks hitting him one by one, each causing more damage. They can also make the reader feel Genos' desperation as he realizes he might not be able to survive this time. And then, there's the aftermath. How does he deal with the pain and the damage? Does he become more determined or does he start to doubt himself? These are all aspects that can make a hurt scene for Genos impactful in a fanfiction.
A great storyline could involve female Genos exploring her new - found femininity while still maintaining her badass fighting skills. Maybe she gets invited to a hero - only fashion event and has to figure out how to balance looking glamorous and being ready to fight any villains that might show up. Or perhaps she teams up with other female heroes to form an all - female hero squad and they take on a super - powerful male villain who underestimates them.
One fanfiction that's quite popular is 'The Female Saitama's Adventure'. It takes the concept of a female Saitama and puts her in different comical situations in the One Punch Man universe. Another interesting one is 'Female Saitama: A New Hero'. It focuses on how she might interact with the existing heroes and villains in a more character - driven way.
The novelty. Since Saitama is originally male, a female version brings a fresh perspective. It allows for new storylines and character interactions. For example, how would a female Saitama interact with the male - dominated hero society in One Punch Man? It also gives room for exploring different power dynamics and emotional responses.