The 'Road to Mandalay' may refer to Rudyard Kipling's poem. It often evokes the idea of a journey in Burma (now Myanmar). The back story could be related to the colonial era in Burma, with the poem capturing the allure and mystery of the place, the exotic landscapes, and the cultural elements. It was also a time of British influence in the region, and the poem might have been influenced by Kipling's own experiences or the general Western perception of the East at that time.
I'm not entirely sure as I haven't delved deeply into such fanfictions. But perhaps themes of friendship evolving into something more, or the exploration of their different powers in a more personal context could be common.
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One common theme could be mentorship. Since Mandalay is an older and more experienced hero, she could be seen as a mentor to Deku, and the fanfiction might explore how this relationship evolves into something more romantic over time.
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Well, obviously Mandalay herself is a main character. Then there could be her fellow heroes like Tiger. Students she mentors might also be main characters, like Kota who she has a connection to in the original story.
The back story of 'Road to Mandalay' is intertwined with Burmese culture in multiple ways. For starters, the very setting of the poem in Burma means it has to interact with the local culture. The mention of Mandalay, which was an important city in Burma, is a key aspect. The city has a rich history of art, religion, and royalty. So, the back story might be influenced by the courtly traditions, religious practices like Buddhism which are prevalent in Burma and are often associated with the pagodas. Also, the local festivals and the way of life of the Burmese people could have seeped into the back story as Kipling might have observed or heard about them.
One common plot is Mandalay's role in the hero society. Fanfictions might explore how she trains the younger heroes, like the students at U.A. High School.