Definitely include Iolaus. He's Hercules' loyal friend and sidekick. His skills in combat and his ability to get Hercules out of trouble are always interesting to write about. Also, Aphrodite could be a great addition. Her powers of love and beauty can add a different dynamic to the story, whether she's helping or causing trouble for Hercules.
Well, you could write a fanfiction where Hercules loses his strength for a while. He then has to rely on his friends and his own inner courage more than ever. This could lead to some great character development for him. Or perhaps a story about Hercules mentoring a young hero, passing on his wisdom and skills. It would be interesting to explore how he teaches and what kind of relationship they develop.
Megara is an obvious choice. She has a complex relationship with Hercules and can add a lot of drama and emotional depth. Philoctetes, Hercules' trainer, is also great. He can provide wisdom and comedic moments. Then there are the gods and goddesses like Zeus, Hera, and Aphrodite. Each of them can bring their own motives and powers into the story. Also, including some original characters like a young boy who idolizes Hercules and follows him on his adventures could be interesting.
A possible plot for Hercules fanfiction might be that Hercules discovers a hidden part of his past that changes his perception of himself. Maybe he finds out he has a long - lost family member who has been trapped in a different realm. He then has to journey to this strange realm, which is full of its own set of rules and challenges. There, he not only has to rescue his family member but also has to deal with the political intrigue and power struggles within that realm. It could be a story of self - discovery as well as heroism.
One idea could be to explore how Hercules' incredible strength affects the Fate universe. Maybe he is summoned as a Servant in a Grail War and his brute force challenges the traditional battle strategies of other Servants. His Twelve Labors could also be incorporated in some way, like each Labor being a trial he has to face within the context of the Fate story.
Maybe Hercules is somehow sent to the Naruto universe. He would be this super - strong figure among the ninjas. He could learn some ninja techniques, like how to use chakra, which is different from his own strength. And his great strength could also be an asset in the battles in the Naruto world, especially against the big - bad villains like Pain.
A popular one is 'The Bond of Heroes'. This fanfiction delves deep into the relationship between Xena and Hercules. It shows how they support each other through various challenges, and the character development is top - notch. The descriptions in this story are so vivid that you can easily picture the scenes in your mind.
The Disney story of Hercules has some basis in the real myth. The core idea of Hercules being a heroic figure with extraordinary strength is there. But Disney simplified and modified a great deal. In the real myth, Hercules had to complete the Twelve Labors which were often quite dark and difficult. Disney took that concept and made it into a more upbeat and less gory adventure for kids. Also, the way Hercules' character is developed in Disney is different from the more complex and often flawed character in the original myth.
Well, in this case, a fanfiction being 'legendary' might mean that it gives Ash a very special role. Maybe he's the chosen one to unlock some hidden power of the legendary Pokémon. It could also be about the settings. If it's set in a long - lost, mythical land full of secrets and ancient powers related to the legendaries, that would contribute to it being a 'legendary' fanfiction. The plot could involve Ash facing challenges that are on a scale never seen before, like battles against multiple legendary Pokémon at once or trying to prevent a cataclysmic event that only he can stop because of his connection to the legendaries.
The setting. Harry Potter is set in a modern - day, albeit magical, Britain. There are schools, trains, and a society much like our own but with magic. Hercules is set in ancient Greece. Also, the characters. Harry is a young wizard learning about magic, while Hercules is a demigod with superhuman strength. Their storylines are also different. Harry's is about fighting evil in the wizarding world, Hercules about his heroic deeds in Greek mythology.