Often, these fanfics can be a great way to expand on the relationships within the Criminal Minds universe. When Reid is kidnapped, it could bring out different sides of his relationships with his colleagues, like the deep - rooted loyalty and friendship they have for him.
In Criminal Minds fanfic, Reid and Maeve often have a complex relationship. Their relationship is typically portrayed as one full of intellectual connection. Maeve was someone Reid could really talk to on an intellectual level. They shared a deep bond that was unfortunately cut short in the series. In fanfic, writers might explore what could have been, like them having more time to build a life together, or how Reid copes with her loss in different ways.
One great Reid kidnapped fanfiction is 'The Abduction of Reid' on FanFiction.net. It has an interesting plot where Reid is kidnapped by an unsub with a personal vendetta. The author does a great job of building suspense and keeping the characters in - character.
One common theme is Reid's struggle to escape using his intellect. He might analyze his kidnapper's behavior and the environment to find a way out.
Another theme is Reid's own personal growth during the ordeal. He may face his fears, or learn something new about himself. For example, in some fanfictions, he discovers a new level of strength or resilience that he didn't know he had while being kidnapped.
In some fanfictions, Reid's kidnapping could be related to his family secrets. Maybe there's someone from his past, like a long - lost relative or someone his mother knew, who abducts him to get to something valuable, either information or an object. This could lead to a lot of self - discovery for Reid as he tries to figure out the motives behind his abduction while also trying to escape.
It could be someone Reid put away in the past. Maybe a criminal who has held a grudge against him ever since and has now found an opportunity to kidnap him for revenge.
One great fanfic is 'The Bond Between Them'. It beautifully explores the relationship between Hotch and Reid. It shows how their different personalities complement each other in solving cases. Another good one is 'Unspoken Understanding' which delves deep into their unspoken connection during high - pressure investigations.
There's also 'Moments in Time' which focuses on the unspoken understanding between Reid and JJ. It shows their interactions during cases and in their personal time. It's really good at capturing the essence of their relationship.
They'll likely interview people who had recent contact with Reid. The team will also analyze any communication from the kidnapper if there is any. Based on their profiling skills, they'll narrow down the suspects and search for the location where Reid is being held. Morgan might use his combat skills and Garcia will be crucial in providing technological support to find Reid.
One possible motive could be revenge. Maybe Reid has put away a relative or someone close to the kidnapper in the past. Another motive might be related to Reid's intelligence. The kidnapper could want to use his brainpower for some illegal or self - serving scheme, like cracking a code or coming up with a complex plan.