Identity discovery. Since they are reincarnated, they have to figure out who they are in this new form. They may have memories of their past life, but they also need to understand their new dragon identity, including their place in the dragon hierarchy or among other magical creatures.
Overcoming challenges. There are always numerous challenges in these novels, such as fighting against other powerful beings, dealing with natural disasters in the new world, or even facing the prejudice of other races. The dragon reincarnation protagonist has to overcome these difficulties to grow and reach their goals.
Power acquisition. In these novels, the reincarnated character, usually as a dragon, often has to gain power in order to survive in the new world. For example, they might have to learn new magic or combat skills.
Another theme is discovery. Since they are in a new form in a new world, there is a lot to discover. This could include new magical abilities, different races of creatures, and secrets about the world they are in. In many such novels, the reincarnated character stumbles upon ancient ruins or meets wise old dragons that help them uncover these secrets.
Power acquisition is a common theme. When a dragon reincarnates as a human, they often start from a relatively weak human form and gradually regain their former power or develop new and unique powers. For example, in many such stories, the reincarnated character discovers they have hidden strength within them that is related to their dragon past.
One common theme is self - discovery. Since the dragon is reincarnated, it often has to figure out who it is in this new form and life. For example, it might have lost its memories and needs to regain them to understand its true nature.
Power - up is a common theme. The protagonists usually start from a weak state in the new world and gradually gain power through various means, like training or getting special abilities. Another theme is harem. Often, the male protagonists are surrounded by multiple female characters who are attracted to them for different reasons.
One common theme is the struggle for identity. Since the characters are reincarnated, they may question who they are. Also, there's the theme of competition. The colosseum is a place of fierce competition, and this drives the plot forward. Additionally, moral and ethical dilemmas are often explored as characters make choices in the life - or - death battles of the colosseum.
Power acquisition is a common theme. When a character is reincarnated as a noble, they often start from a position of relative power and then seek to expand it. For example, in many novels, they might gain new magical abilities or political influence.
Common themes include growth and development. The reincarnated protagonist usually starts from a weak or clueless state and grows in knowledge, power, and maturity within the school - like environment of the new world. Love and relationships also play a part. Characters may develop romantic feelings for their peers or mentors in the new world. In 'The Rising of the Shield Hero', the main character has relationships that develop over time within the context of the new world which has elements of a school in terms of learning and growth. Another theme is the clash of old and new values. The reincarnated character brings their old - world values and has to reconcile them with the values of the new world, which is often explored through the school - like institutions in these novels.
Power and growth are common themes. When a character is reincarnated as a demon or in a world with demons, they often have to gain power to survive. For example, in 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime', the slime protagonist gradually becomes stronger. Another theme is identity. The reincarnated character may struggle with their new demonic identity or how they fit into the world of demons.
The theme of relationships is also quite common. In these novels, the reincarnated characters form new relationships with various beings in the new world. In 'The Rising of the Shield Hero', Naofumi has to deal with complex relationships with his companions and the people in the new world. These relationships can be positive, negative, or a mix of both and play an important role in the development of the story.
Revenge is also frequent. If the dragon was wronged in its past life, it will seek vengeance in its new reincarnated form. This could involve taking on powerful foes or entire kingdoms. And the theme of redemption can also be there sometimes, where the so - called 'evil' dragon might find a way to turn its actions towards good in the end.