Love is a common theme. Writers often explore the romantic relationship between Ivy and Henry, whether it's a budding love or a long - standing one that endures through different trials. Another theme is adventure. Since the Once Upon a Time world is full of different realms and magical elements, fanfictions usually take Ivy and Henry on various adventures, like searching for a lost magical artifact or rescuing a character from an evil spell.
One popular 'Ivy and Henry Once Upon a Time' fanfiction is 'Ivy's Adventure with Henry'. It's a story that takes the characters on a journey through different realms within the Once Upon a Time universe, exploring their relationship in new and exciting ways.
A fanfiction might depict Henry and Violet as time - travelers in the 'Once Upon a Time' universe. They accidentally travel back to the time when the first dark curse was cast. Here, they have to be very careful not to change the past too much, as it could have a disastrous effect on the future. They meet some of the original characters from the show and try to work with them to stop the curse from ever being cast in the first place.
The plot could be that Henry and Violet find an old, enchanted book that transports them into the stories within it. They have to go through different fairy tales, like Cinderella's world, where they help Cinderella get to the ball in a more unique way. Maybe they use a magic spell that turns a pumpkin into a flying carriage instead of the traditional way.
A common theme is the exploration of Henry's powers. In the show, Henry has a special connection to the storybook world. Fanfictions often expand on this, with Emma being involved in helping him understand or control his powers. Also, the theme of redemption can be seen. For example, if a character has made mistakes in the show, fanfictions might show Emma and Henry being part of their redemption arc.
Adventure could also be a theme. They might go on quests together, face dangerous situations, and overcome obstacles. This could be in a magical land or in a more ordinary but still exciting setting.
One common storyline could be that Henry's sister discovers she has a special power. For example, she might be able to control time like in some 'Once Upon a Time' scenarios. This power could either be a blessing or a curse as she tries to fit into the world of Storybrooke. Another storyline could be her exploring her family history. Since Henry's family has such a complex backstory in the show, she could be on a quest to learn more about her parents and how they came to be in this strange world. And sometimes, she could be involved in a love triangle with some of the other characters in town, adding a romantic and dramatic element to the fanfiction.
Love, in a non - romantic sense, is a big theme too. It's the love that comes from a deep connection, like Henry always believing in Emma no matter what. Fanfictions expand on this, showing how this love can overcome all kinds of difficulties. They might face villains or difficult situations, but their love for each other always prevails, making for some very emotional and engaging stories.
Often, there are themes related to magic or the supernatural. Since in many stories Henry and Paige might be part of a world with such elements, they could be dealing with magic spells, magical creatures, etc. Family also tends to be a theme. They might have to protect their families or deal with family secrets that are related to their own powers or identities. Additionally, friendship is a theme, as they may have a group of friends who are also involved in their adventures and help them along the way.
You can start by looking on popular fanfiction websites like Archive of Our Own (AO3) or FanFiction.net. On AO3, you can use the search bar and type in 'Henry Mills Once Upon a Time'. Then, you can sort the results by kudos (a measure of popularity) or by the number of comments. The ones with high kudos and lots of comments are often well - liked. On FanFiction.net, you can do a similar search and also look at the ratings and reviews left by other readers.