One bad trope is the 'tragic gay' where gay characters are often given overly sad or fatal endings. It's as if their stories can't have a happy or normal conclusion. Another is the 'gay best friend' trope, where a gay character exists mainly to be a sassy sidekick to the straight main character, lacking their own full development. Also, the hypersexualization of gay characters is a bad trope. They are sometimes portrayed only as sexual beings without other aspects of their personalities being explored.
First, writers should create gay characters with diverse personalities. Don't rely on stereotypes. For example, make them have different hobbies and career goals. Second, give them complete story arcs, not just sidelined as a sidekick or a tragic figure. Third, make their relationships as central and important as straight relationships in the story. By doing these things, we can avoid the bad tropes.
One common trope is the age - gap dynamic. The older character is often portrayed as the 'predator' because of their more advanced age and presumably more worldly experience. Another is the power - imbalance trope, where one character may have more social, financial or emotional power than the other, creating a situation that can seem predatory.
One common trope is the eternal love aspect. Since vampires are immortal, their love can span centuries. For example, in many stories, a vampire falls in love with a human or another vampire and they face challenges together but their love endures.
In crime fiction, the 'unnecessary cliffhanger' at the end of every chapter can be a bad trope. It's often used as a cheap trick to keep readers hooked instead of relying on good storytelling. The 'cliché villain' with a scar on his face and a menacing laugh is also a problem. It's too predictable. And the 'last - minute evidence' that suddenly appears out of nowhere to solve the case is a bad trope. It makes the investigation seem sloppy and unprofessional.
One common trope is the bad boy's transformation. In many of these stories, the possessive bad boy starts off as a bit of a rebel or a loner. For example, he might be in a motorcycle gang or have a troubled past. But as the love story progresses, he slowly changes because of the love of the female lead. Another trope is the over - the - top displays of possessiveness. He'll get jealous at the slightest hint of another guy showing interest in his girl, which often leads to some sort of conflict. Also, there's often a 'forbidden love' aspect, like the girl might be from a different social class or family background that doesn't approve of the bad boy.
Often, there's the trope of the victim who is initially confused and resistant to the mind control. They struggle with their new - found feelings that are being forced upon them. And then there's the trope of the hero or heroine who tries to stop the mind control, not just because it's wrong in general, but specifically because it's wrong to manipulate someone's sexual orientation. It's also common to have a setting where the society has a strict view on sexual orientation, and the mind control throws everything into chaos.
One common trope is the 'outsider' gay psychopath. They are often depicted as being on the fringes of society, whether it's in a spaceship community or a futuristic city. This character might use their perceived outsider status, along with their psychopathic traits, to create chaos. For example, they could be the one who sabotages the communication systems of a colony on a distant planet.
One bad story could be when there is discrimination from the adoption agencies. Some agencies may hold biases against gay couples, causing unnecessary delays or rejections in the adoption process. This is unfair as gay couples can be loving and capable parents just like any others.
One common trope is the central male character having a group of diverse male suitors. Each suitor might have a distinct personality, like the brooding one, the cheerful one. Another is the exploration of complex relationships within the harem, with elements of jealousy and friendship co - existing.