One common theme is power. Captain Gothel is often depicted as a power - hungry character, and fanfics explore how she uses or misuses her power. Another theme is family, as her relationship with Rapunzel in the original story can be further explored or re - imagined in fanfic.
Mother Gothel's full story is a complex one. In the beginning, she was probably just a regular person who was obsessed with staying young. When she discovered Rapunzel's magical hair, she saw an opportunity. She took Rapunzel from her parents and hid her away in a tall tower in the middle of the forest. Over the years, Gothel used Rapunzel's hair to keep herself looking young. She was very controlling towards Rapunzel, not allowing her to leave the tower. Rapunzel grew up believing that Gothel was her mother and that the outside world was a scary place. However, as Rapunzel grew older, her curiosity grew too. When Flynn Rider entered her life, he helped Rapunzel to see the truth about Gothel. In the end, Rapunzel was able to break free from Gothel's control and live her own life.
Mother Gothel was a self - centered and manipulative woman. She was obsessed with Rapunzel's magic hair which could keep her young. She kidnapped Rapunzel as a baby and locked her in a tower for years, pretending to be her mother. She constantly used Rapunzel's naivete and love for her to keep her trapped, not allowing her to leave the tower. In the end, her greed and evil ways led to her downfall when Rapunzel finally realized the truth and broke free.
In the German original, Rapunzel is portrayed as a rather innocent and naïve girl. She has been locked in the tower for a long time, so she is somewhat sheltered. When the prince comes, she is easily charmed and falls in love quickly. Her long hair is not just a physical feature but also a symbol of her captivity and later, her connection to the outside world.
Some fanfics focus on a redemption arc for Captain Gothel. For example, there's one where she realizes the error of her ways after a series of events. She starts to make amends and tries to become a better person. This type of fanfic gives readers a sense of hope and shows that even a character like her can change for the better.
The key event is that she kidnapped Rapunzel for her hair's magic. Another is that she kept Rapunzel locked in a tower. And finally, Rapunzel discovered the truth and escaped from her.
The key events include her discovery of Rapunzel's magic hair, kidnapping Rapunzel, locking her in the tower, and constantly using her hair for youth. Also, Rapunzel's escape attempt with Flynn Rider and the final confrontation where Mother Gothel's true nature is exposed.
Rapunzel is definitely not true. It belongs to the realm of fantasy and folklore. Tales like Rapunzel are often used to spark the imagination of children and adults alike, but they have no basis in reality.