A spin - off about the Iron Islands could be really cool. Show the life of the Ironborn, their unique culture of raiding and reaving. Maybe it could follow a young Ironborn who tries to change the traditional ways of his people, facing opposition from the more conservative elements of the islands. There could be lots of sea battles and political intrigue among the different Ironborn houses.
One idea could be a spin - off focusing on the early days of the Targaryen dynasty. We could see how they first came to power in Westeros, their dragon - riding adventures, and the power struggles within their own family. It would be fascinating to explore the origins of their rule and how it set the stage for the events in Game of Thrones.
If the spin - off is about the Targaryen dynasty, then characters like Aegon the Conqueror could be the main character. He was the one who led the Targaryen invasion of Westeros with his sisters and their dragons. His story is full of conquest, power - building, and family drama.
One interesting plot idea could be exploring what would happen if a minor character, like Gendry, had secretly been trained in magic all along. He could use his newfound powers to try and claim the Iron Throne in a different way than the main characters. Another idea is a fanfic set in the past, showing how the relationship between the Starks and the Lannisters first started to sour. Maybe a long - forgotten event that set the stage for all their future conflicts.
A really cool 'Game of Thrones fanfiction' plot could involve the resurrection of some of the dead characters in a different way. For example, what if Ned Stark was brought back not as a vengeful wraith but as a wise advisor to a new king or queen? His honor and wisdom could shape the future of Westeros in a completely new direction. And it would be interesting to see how the other characters react to his return.
Perhaps a fanfiction where Daenerys Targaryen lands in Westeros earlier and forms an alliance with the Starks before the events of the main series. This would completely shift the political landscape and the fight for the Iron Throne. She could bring her dragons to help fight the White Walkers from the start.
One idea could be exploring what would happen if a minor character, like Gendry, had a more central role in the fight against the White Walkers. He could lead a group of common folk and prove that the power doesn't always lie with the nobles.
One idea could be exploring what would happen if a minor character like Gendry had been secretly trained in magic. He could use his newfound powers to unite the smallfolk against the warring nobles. Another plot could revolve around a female knight from the North who disguises herself as a man to fight in the wars, and along the way, she discovers secrets about the White Walkers that no one else knows. Or perhaps a fanfiction where Daenerys and Sansa form an alliance much earlier and together they reshape the power dynamics of Westeros.
One interesting plot idea could be the return of a long - thought - dead character with a new mission. For example, if Ned Stark somehow came back and had to navigate the even more complex political landscape of Westeros. Another could be the exploration of the relationship between Daenerys and Jon Snow in a more in - depth way, perhaps with some new challenges that test their alliance.
Another plot could involve a goddess who was once worshipped in ancient Westeros but forgotten over time. She resurfaces during the chaos of the Game of Thrones. This goddess has the power to manipulate the elements and she decides to test the worthiness of the claimants to the Iron Throne by sending various trials their way.
Perhaps a plot where the gamer character discovers a hidden aspect of the magic in the Game of Thrones world through their unique 'gamer' perspective. This could lead to new powers being unlocked and changing the power dynamics among the different houses.
Perhaps a Futa warrior from beyond the Wall who comes to the Seven Kingdoms. This character could bring new fighting techniques and a different perspective on the war for the North, and interact with well - known characters like Jon Snow in unexpected ways. They might even have knowledge of the White Walkers that could change the course of the story.