Team Rocket members are quite popular too. In fanfiction related to Pokemon Gold and Crystal, they can be portrayed in different ways. Sometimes they are more menacing and have elaborate evil plans, while other times they might have a change of heart and become allies to the protagonist. Their presence in the games provides a lot of material for fanfiction writers to play around with.
One interesting story could be about a trainer in Pokemon Gold who discovers a rare, never - before - seen Pokemon variant. In fanfiction, authors often take creative liberties to introduce new elements like this. Another could be a story that focuses on the relationship between the characters in Crystal, such as the bond between a trainer and their starter Pokemon evolving in an unexpected way.
One idea could be exploring an alternate timeline where the main character makes different choices in the game. For example, choosing a different starter Pokemon and how that changes their entire journey through the Johto region.
Ethan or Lyra, the main characters from the games, are always popular. You can expand on their adventures, their relationships with other trainers, and their growth as Pokemon trainers.
The Legendary Pokemon like Suicune, Raikou, and Entei can also be central characters. You could write a story about a trainer's quest to find and befriend these Legendary beasts. It could be a spiritual journey as well, as these Pokemon are often associated with certain elements and powers in the Pokemon lore.
One idea could be a story about a trainer who discovers a rare and powerful Pokemon in the Johto region that is not typically found in the games. For example, a shiny, alpha form of a Pokemon like Totodile. The trainer then has to protect this Pokemon from a mysterious organization that wants to use it for evil purposes.
One popular story might be 'A Golden Crystal Bond' where the characters from Pokemon Gold and Crystal share a special moment that could be considered a 'kiss' moment in a very heart - warming way. It often shows their relationship developing in a unique setting within the Pokemon world.
One idea could be a story where the protagonist's Pokemon from Pokemon Gold teams up with a Pokemon from Pokemon Crystal to face a new, powerful and mysterious threat that neither region has seen before. For example, a dark force that is causing natural disasters in both Johto and the Crystal region.
You could also try searching on Tumblr. There are often fanfic recs (recommendations) on Tumblr blogs dedicated to Pokemon. Look for tags related to Pokemon Gold and Crystal and see if there are any mentions of fanfiction with a kiss element.
A great Pokemon Gold and Crystal high school fanfiction could revolve around a girl who just moved to a new town and starts at a high school where everyone is really into Pokemon battles. She has a Chikorita from Pokemon Crystal but is shy about showing it off at first. As she gets to know her classmates and gets involved in school - based Pokemon events, she gains confidence and her Chikorita evolves, and she becomes a respected trainer in the school community.