A frequent theme is the reimagining of relationships. In many female Hercules fanfictions, her relationships with other characters, like her friends or love interests, are different from the original male - centered stories. For example, she might have a more equal partnership with a male character instead of the male being in a dominant role. Also, the theme of self - discovery is common. As a female in this new role, she has to figure out who she is and what her place is in the world, both as a Hercules and as a woman.
In a fanfiction of Shirou and Female Hercules in FSN, it could explore their relationship in a more romantic light. Imagine Shirou being in awe of Hercules' power at first, but as they spend time together, he discovers her more feminine and vulnerable side. Hercules, on the other hand, might be drawn to Shirou's unwavering sense of justice and his kind heart.
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.
One great piece of female Hercules fanfiction is 'Hercules: The Female Warrior'. It reimagines Hercules as a female character, facing different challenges while still maintaining the essence of the original hero's strength and courage. Another is 'A Female Hercules in a Modern World' which places the female Hercules in contemporary settings, dealing with modern - day problems using her superhuman abilities.
The plot could involve Shirou and Female Hercules on a quest. They might be searching for a powerful magical artifact that has the potential to either save or destroy their world. Along the way, they face various challenges that test both their physical and mental strength. Their relationship evolves as they rely on each other to overcome these obstacles.
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.