There are several factors. Firstly, Harry's role as the hero makes him a prime target for exploring the pressures of being in that position. In the books, we see glimpses of his busy life but fanfic writers want to expand on it. Secondly, it allows for a lot of creativity. Writers can come up with different ways the overworked Harry might react or change. It also gives a chance to show a more human side of Harry, with all his exhaustion and struggles, which might not have been fully explored in the original series.
Another theme is self - sacrifice. Merlin often puts his own well - being aside because he's so overworked. He'll skip meals or sleep to ensure Arthur's safety or to deal with a magical emergency. In some fanfics, this leads to him getting sick or making mistakes that he has to fix later.
In overworked Merlin fanfiction, the theme of self - sacrifice is quite common. Merlin sacrifices his own time, energy, and sometimes even his safety for the sake of Arthur and Camelot. He is constantly working hard, whether it's using his magic to protect the kingdom or doing menial tasks for Arthur. Another theme is the hope for a break or a change. Merlin often wishes for a time when he can be less overworked, and this longing is a recurring element in these fanfictions. It shows his human side, as he gets tired of the constant grind just like any normal person would.
One popular 'Harry Overworked' fanfiction could be 'The Struggles of an Overworked Harry' where it delves into how Harry has to deal with excessive schoolwork, Quidditch practice, and his duties as the Boy Who Lived all at once. Another might be 'Harry's Overwhelming Days' which shows his daily grind in a more detailed and emotional way.
One popular overworked Merlin fanfiction is 'Merlin's Endless Tasks'. It delves into Merlin constantly being overburdened with his magic - related duties in Camelot. Another is 'Overworked and Underappreciated', which shows Merlin's struggles as he has to manage his duties to Arthur, keep his magic a secret, and deal with the various threats to Camelot all at once.
One great 'Merlin Overworked' fanfiction is 'The Trials of Merlin' which delves into Merlin having to deal with multiple magical tasks on top of his regular duties for Arthur. It really shows his struggle well.
One common theme is Tony's struggle to balance his superhero duties and his personal life. He's constantly overworked, so there are often stories about him neglecting his own health or relationships. Another theme could be his genius being both a blessing and a curse. His overwork is sometimes due to his non - stop inventing and trying to save the world.
One good Bakugou overworked fanfiction is 'Bakugou's Burden'. It delves into how his intense training and hero work start to take a toll on him both physically and mentally. The author does a great job of showing his struggle to keep up his tough - guy facade while secretly being exhausted.
The main differences are in their expressions and some minor details of personality. In the manga, Deku might seem a bit more intense, while in the anime, he's sometimes presented a bit softer.
Often, the author will show his physical exhaustion. For example, he might be constantly yawning, having trouble keeping his eyes open during training or hero work. His movements could be slower and less precise than usual.