Another way is to put her in a time - travel story. She could travel to different eras and use her skills to adapt to different types of threats. For example, in a medieval setting, she has to use her agility and combat knowledge in a world of swords and shields, which would be a really interesting and non - sexual re - imagining of the character.
They could be rivals in a wizarding debate competition. Each tries to outwit the other with their knowledge of magic and wizarding history. Through this rivalry, they start to understand the depth of each other's minds and develop a mutual admiration that is based on respect for intellectual prowess.
One way is to focus on the friendship aspect between a human and a monster. For example, in some children's stories, a monster can be a misunderstood being that a child befriends. They can go on adventures together without any sexual undertones.
Well, for the Uzumaki Clan's sealing techniques, they could be re - imagined to seal not just evil entities but also negative emotions or harmful chakra leaks within a village. This would give the Uzumaki Clan a more peaceful and community - helpful role.
She could be re - imagined in a different time period. For example, placing her in a modern - day setting with updated technology and new types of threats. This would change the way she uses her skills and how she interacts with the world around her.
The relationship could be re - imagined as a mentor - mentee relationship. Snape, with his extensive knowledge of potions and the Dark Arts, could guide Harry in a more official capacity, like a strict but fair tutor. This would be different from the somewhat hostile relationship in the books, where Snape was often critical of Harry.
In a dark Tinkerbell fanfiction, the characters can be re - imagined in various ways. For Tinkerbell, she could be a tragic figure. Maybe she was once a bright and happy fairy but due to some traumatic event, she turned dark. She could be more withdrawn and brooding. Captain Hook could be more of a sympathetic character. He might have a valid reason for his hatred of Peter Pan, like Peter stealing something precious from him long ago. And the mermaids could be more menacing, luring sailors and fairies alike to their doom instead of just being beautiful but harmless creatures.
In reverse batman fanfiction, re - imagining characters involves changing their roles and relationships. Batman himself could be re - imagined as a power - hungry dictator - like figure. Commissioner Gordon might be forced to work with the villains to bring down Batman. The Riddler could become an informant for the 'good side' (formerly the villains) and use his riddles not to taunt Batman but to expose his wrongdoings. Every character's personality traits are still there but are used in a completely different context.
It could be re - imagined as a form of spiritual connection to the earth. Instead of just a power for fighting, it could be a way for characters to communicate with nature. For example, they could gain insights from the earth about upcoming disasters or hidden treasures.
Well, it could be that Jane and Rochester have a deep conversation on the failed wedding night. They talk about their insecurities and fears that led to the revelation that stopped the wedding. For example, Rochester could finally open up about his past mistakes and how he's afraid of losing Jane because of them. Jane, in turn, could share her concerns about being unequal in the relationship. This would strengthen their emotional connection.
One way is to give the Beast a different origin. Instead of being a normal magical creature, it could be the result of a wizard's failed experiment. For example, a creature that was supposed to be a simple rabbit but turned into a huge, fire - breathing beast due to a wrong spell combination.