The theme of recovery is prevalent too. How Sam heals from his injuries, both physically and emotionally. It might involve the help of other characters like Castiel or Bobby, or it could be a solo journey of self - discovery and healing.
His emotional turmoil is also often explored. Like his feelings of guilt when he can't save someone, which is made worse by his being hurt. This could be related to his relationship with Dean and how he doesn't want to let his brother down.
One common theme is Sam's physical pain and how he copes with it. For example, after a fight with a demon or a monster.
Sometimes it's due to Dean's overprotectiveness. He might think he's doing what's best for Sam but in the process, his actions end up causing harm. For instance, he could keep Sam from a mission that Sam believes is important, and in the struggle, Sam gets hurt.
One common plotline could be Sam getting physically hurt during a hunt and his brother Dean having to take care of him. For example, in some fanfictions, Sam might be injured by a supernatural creature like a werewolf. Another plotline could involve Sam being hurt emotionally, perhaps due to a betrayal within the hunting community or a difficult decision he has to make. Sometimes, fanfiction writers explore Sam getting hurt as a result of a spell gone wrong, which then leads to a series of events where the other characters have to find a way to reverse the effects.
One common theme could be physical injury and the process of recovery. Maybe Sam Braddock gets hurt during some sort of adventure or conflict within the story's universe, and the fanfiction focuses on how he deals with the pain and mends his wounds.
One common theme could be friendship trials. For example, a situation where Sam and Colby's friendship is strained due to some external factor that 'hurts' their relationship. Another theme might be dealing with supernatural elements that cause harm or distress to them. It could be like a haunted place they visit that has a negative impact on them.
Often, there's the theme of him being hurt physically or emotionally in battles. It could be that he's facing a powerful enemy and gets seriously injured, which then leads to his emotional turmoil as he tries to recover. There are also themes related to his family. Maybe his family doesn't understand his superhero life, and this causes him pain. And in some fanfictions, the theme of betrayal can be present, where someone he trusts hurts him in some way.
One common theme is the idea of recovery. Sam is often shown recovering from physical injuries, like broken bones or severe wounds. For example, in many fics, he has to go through physical therapy and his friends are there to support him.
A sense of duty is present as well. Dean feels it's his duty to keep Sam safe. So when Sam is hurt, it's like he's failed in his mission. This leads to self - reflection in Dean and often a new determination to keep Sam out of harm's way in the future.
One type of fanfiction could be where Sam gets hurt during a hunt. Maybe he's attacked by a powerful supernatural creature and has to deal with a serious injury while Dean tries to find a way to save him. It could explore his physical and mental pain, and how he copes with the situation.
Perhaps Sam gets hurt while trying to protect a civilian. He jumps in front of a werewolf's attack meant for someone else. This would show his selfless nature. The local hunters in the area might not trust Sam and Dean at first, but seeing Sam's sacrifice could change their minds, adding an interesting dynamic to the story.
One common theme is the unrequited love. Often Becky has strong feelings for Sam, but Sam may be oblivious or hesitant. Another theme is Becky trying to fit into Sam's world of hunting and the supernatural. Also, there can be themes of redemption for Becky, as she has made some not - so - great choices in the show, and fanfiction can explore her journey to becoming a better person in relation to Sam.