Redemption is also a theme that pops up. Some fanfictions like to explore the idea of Starscream changing his ways, seeking forgiveness or a new path, which can be really interesting as it goes against his traditional 'villain' image.
One common theme is his struggle for acceptance. Being a young and small character in a world of powerful Transformers, he often has to fight to be taken seriously.
One common theme is the empowerment of the female character. Since Starscream is typically a male character in the original series, making her female in fanfiction often leads to stories that focus on her strength and ability to break through gender barriers within the Transformers society.
Power dynamics is a common theme. Megatron is the powerful leader and Starscream is often vying for power, which creates an interesting relationship in the fanfictions. There's also loyalty and betrayal, as Starscream has a history of trying to overthrow Megatron in the original lore.
One common theme is power and ambition. Since Starscream is always after power, your self - insert character might be drawn into his schemes for power or try to resist his influence. Another theme is loyalty. In the Transformers universe, loyalty to one's faction is crucial. Your character could struggle with loyalty, especially when dealing with Starscream who is known for his duplicity. And there's also the theme of survival. Given the constant battles between the Autobots and Decepticons, your self - insert might be just trying to survive in this dangerous world while interacting with Starscream.
One common theme is the idea of enemies - to - lovers. Given their opposing factions in the show, it's a popular concept to explore how they could overcome their differences. Another theme is redemption. Starscream, being a rather complex and often villainous character, might be on a path of redemption in some fictions, with Arcee playing a part in that.
One possible fanfiction could be about Starscream trying to form an alliance with the Combaticons. Starscream, being his ambitious self, might see the power of the Combaticons as a means to gain more control in the Decepticon ranks. He could approach them with a plan to overthrow Megatron, but the Combaticons would be hesitant at first. After all, they have their own loyalty issues. In this story, Starscream would have to use his wits to convince them that his plan is worth following.
One common theme is the struggle for acceptance. Since Starscream is typically male in the original, a female Starscream often has to prove herself in a male - dominated world of Transformers. Another theme is power and ambition. Just like the male version, female Starscream is usually depicted as being highly ambitious and vying for power within the Decepticon hierarchy.
Often, there is a theme of innocence lost. As baby Starscream grows, he may face difficult situations that cause him to lose his initial innocence. Also, discovery is a big theme. Discovering his powers, his place in the world, etc.
One possible theme could be power struggle. Given Starscream's nature in the Transformers lore, a female Starscream in fanfictions might also be involved in a fight for power within her faction. Another theme could be redemption. Maybe she starts off as a somewhat villainous character but then has a journey towards redemption. And there could also be themes related to loyalty, either to her comrades or to her own ideals.
In a fanfiction, Starscream might be in a situation where he has to protect a sparkling from other Decepticons who see it as a threat or a nuisance. Starscream, known for his self - serving nature, could struggle between his usual motives and this newfound sense of responsibility towards the sparkling. This internal conflict could lead to a lot of character development for him.