A good black comedy fanfiction often has unexpected twists. For example, characters may act in ways that are completely contrary to their original personalities in a hilarious yet dark way. It also plays with taboos and sensitive topics in a non - offensive, comical manner.
Good black comedy fanfiction typically features a unique blend of humor and darkness. It doesn't shy away from showing the grittier side of life but makes it funny. For instance, it could be about a post - apocalyptic world where people are fighting over the last can of beans and they start having a silly debate about the best way to open it. The dialogue is also key, with snappy and ironic exchanges that add to the overall black - comical effect. There should also be a certain level of creativity in how it presents the comical and dark elements, not just relying on shock value.
One characteristic is the use of dark humor. This can be through absurd situations, like in a fanfiction where superheroes are forced to do mundane tasks in a life - or - death situation and they complain about it like normal people. Another aspect is the subversion of expectations. It might take a well - known story and turn it on its head, making the good guys do bad things for comical reasons and vice versa. Good black comedy fanfiction also has well - developed characters that can carry the comical and dark elements effectively.