One common theme is friendship. In many such stories, the boys start as friends and their relationship deepens over time. For example, in 'Free!', the boys on the swim team have strong friendships with each other that sometimes border on something more. They support each other, compete together, and grow as individuals through their relationships.
Well, one characteristic is that they often focus on the emotional depth between the characters. Since it's about two boys, the exploration of feelings like first love, insecurity, and loyalty is common. For example, in fanfic based on 'Banana Fish', the complex relationship between Ash and Eiji is often explored in great detail, showing their mutual understanding and the challenges they face.
One common theme is the exploration of a deepening emotional connection. The massage serves as a catalyst for the two boys to get closer and understand each other better. Another theme is trust - as the act of massage is quite intimate, it shows the characters gradually building trust.
Another one is 'Given'. It's a story that beautifully portrays the relationship between two boys. One is a guitar player who is still dealing with the loss of his previous partner, and the other boy helps him open up again. Their relationship develops through music and shared emotions.
Well, the shy boy might be a very introverted lad. Maybe he has trouble making friends and often blushes when talked to. He could be the type who always sits at the back of the classroom, not drawing much attention to himself.
Once there was a shy girl named Lily. A bad boy, Tom, noticed her. He was always getting into trouble. One day, Tom decided to play a prank near Lily. But instead of getting scared, Lily just blushed and looked away. Tom was intrigued. He started to talk to her more, and slowly, Lily began to open up. Eventually, they became friends and Tom started to change for the better because of Lily's gentle nature.
Yes. There are many. For example, the 'Yuri!!! on Ice' fandom has some amazing boy x boy fanfic. The relationship between Yuuri and Viktor in the anime gives a lot of room for fanfic writers to explore different scenarios and emotions. Some fanfic might focus on their journey in the figure skating world while also delving into their romantic relationship. You can search for these on fanfic - specific websites.
A great one is 'Shy Love Blossoms'. It takes place in a small town. The two shy characters keep running into each other at the local park. They start with small nods and then one day, when the shy girl drops her scarf, the shy guy finally musters up the courage to return it and start a conversation. It shows how shy people can find love in the simplest of ways.