Well, clearly Thomas and Emily are the main characters. Thomas, the small blue tank engine, is known for his cheeky and helpful nature. Emily, on the other hand, is a larger, more elegant engine with a strong sense of pride and a kind heart.
One interesting 'Black Sails' fanfiction could be one that focuses on James Thomas Black's backstory before he arrived in Nassau. It might explore his family, his early life experiences, and how those shaped him into the character we see in the show. Another could be a fanfiction where he has an unexpected alliance with a character he initially didn't get along with in the series, leading to new adventures and plot twists.
The 'Thomas and Friends Best of James and Stories' is surely filled with great tales. James is a well - known character in the series. These stories might show different aspects of James' personality. For example, he could be shown as a bit of a show - off at times but also as a reliable engine when it really matters. It would be interesting to see the different scenarios he gets into and how he resolves them.
Well, 'Thomas and Friends' is a really popular franchise. 'Best of James and Stories' likely focuses on James, one of the engines. It might include some of his most exciting adventures, like when he overcomes challenges on the railway. Maybe it shows his interactions with other characters too.
Perhaps there's a story where Thomas and Emily have to team up to win a race against some new engines that come to the island. During the preparation for the race, they discover new things about each other and their own capabilities. Emily might learn some of Thomas's quick - thinking strategies, and Thomas might learn from Emily's determination.
Fanfiction.net is also a great place to search. There are many authors who post their 'Black Sails' fanfictions there. However, the interface might be a bit more difficult to navigate compared to AO3. But with some patience and using the right keywords like 'James Thomas Black', you should be able to find some interesting reads.
James is often prideful and Edward is more kind - hearted. In a fanfiction, their different reactions to praise can show this. When the Fat Controller compliments them, James might puff up with pride while Edward just smiles modestly.
One plot idea could be that James and Edward get into a friendly competition to see who can pull the most cars in a day. Another could be that they have to work together to rescue a stranded train during a storm. Maybe there's a situation where James gets in trouble for being too boastful and Edward has to help him learn a lesson about humility.