Injury and recovery is also a big theme. Since it's 'Daryl hurt' in the prison. He could be dealing with physical wounds from battles outside or inside the prison. This allows for some great moments of vulnerability and growth as he heals. There's also often the theme of found family. He might meet other characters in prison and form a new family unit with them.
One great 'TWD Daryl hurt prison fanfiction' could be one where Daryl is in prison and he has to use his survival skills to help other inmates during a zombie outbreak within the prison walls. He might form an unlikely alliance with some of them to fend off the walkers.
One great 'twd daryl and carol fanfiction' is 'The Journey Together'. It really delves into their relationship and the challenges they face in the post - apocalyptic world. The way it describes their unspoken bond is really captivating.
There could be a fanfiction where Daryl and Carol have to deal with a strange illness that only affects them. This would force them to rely on each other even more and also explore their physical and mental limits. Or a story where they are the only ones who can communicate with a new, intelligent type of mutant that has emerged in the apocalypse.
Survival is a common theme. Given the nature of the character's world, many fanfictions explore how Daryl Hurt copes with difficult survival situations. It could be about finding food, shelter, or dealing with dangerous enemies.
Character chemistry. Since it involves Daryl and an original character (oc), their relationship should be believable and engaging. It could be a friendship, a romance, or a mentorship.
Another theme is the emotional impact on the other characters. His friends worry about him, and there are often scenes of them coming to terms with the possibility of losing him. It shows the strong bonds within the group.