A fanfiction could also be about the hyenas getting a second chance. Maybe they find a new place to live and try to form a more positive community, with some help from the lions.
Another possibility is a human who has a special power, like being able to communicate with all animals. They come to the Pride Lands during a time of trouble, such as a drought or an invasion from another group of animals, and use their power to help the lions and other creatures.
One idea could be to explore the relationship between Kiara and Kovu in a human setting. Maybe they meet at a high school where there are different social groups and they have to overcome the prejudice between their 'pride' - like the popular kids and the outcasts. It could add a modern twist to their classic love story.
One idea could be creating an OC who is a lost cub from a different pride. This cub could bring new perspectives and skills to Simba's pride. For example, it might know special hunting techniques or have a unique way of communicating with the other animals in the Pride Lands.
Well, in Lion King lemons fanfiction, you could focus on the hyenas. For example, how their lives might have been different if they hadn't been so closely associated with Scar. You could also write a story about how the animals in the Pride Lands deal with a strange new plant that has some 'lemons' - like effects on their behavior. And perhaps a story about Mufasa's spirit interacting with the current Pride Lands in a rather humorous and lemons - filled way.
One idea could be exploring what would happen if Simba had a long - lost sibling. Another could be a story where Scar had a change of heart before his final battle with Simba. Maybe a fanfiction about the animals in the Pride Lands having to deal with a new, unknown threat that even Mufasa didn't foresee.
Some great concepts for human Lion King fanfiction could involve a human being adopted by a lion pride. This human grows up with the lions, learning their language and customs. They could then use their human intelligence to come up with new strategies for hunting or defending the pride. For example, they might introduce the concept of traps to catch prey more efficiently. Another idea is a human who is a storyteller in the human world but somehow ends up in the Lion King world. The human then tells the lions stories from their own world, which inspire the lions to be better leaders or to face their fears. Also, a human with magical powers could arrive in the Pride Lands and use their powers to heal the land that has been damaged by Scar's reign.
A cool Lion King female OC for a fanfiction could be a lioness who was raised outside the Pride Lands. She has different values and skills compared to the pride. For example, she might be an expert at fishing in the nearby water sources, which is something new to the pride. Her presence could cause some conflict at first as the pride is used to their traditional ways, but in the end, she helps them adapt and expand their knowledge. She could also fall in love with a male lion from the pride, adding a romantic sub - plot to the fanfiction.
One idea could be that a human gets lost in the Pride Lands and Zira, instead of her usual hostile nature towards outsiders, is curiously drawn to the human. Maybe she sees the human as a potential ally in her quest for power, or perhaps she believes the human has some special knowledge that could help her. Another idea is that a human has the ability to communicate with animals like in some fantasy stories, and tries to convince Zira to let go of her hatred and find a more peaceful path for her pride.
One idea could be to explore what would happen if Simba had a different mentor. For example, instead of Rafiki, it could be a new character who teaches him a different way of leadership. Another idea is to create a story where the hyenas reform and try to integrate into the pride. Maybe they realize the error of their ways after Scar's downfall and want to make amends.
One idea could be a human prince who is exiled from his kingdom, just like Simba. He has to grow up in a different place, learn about himself and his true purpose, and then return to claim his throne. Another could be a love story set in the 'Lion King' human - version world, perhaps between two characters from different social classes or rival families.