Well, in some 'OC x The Lord of the Rings fanfiction', the OC could be an elf from a different part of Middle - earth that has a different culture and set of abilities. This OC might meet Legolas and they form a bond while sharing their respective elven knowledge. Also, there are fanfictions where the OC is a dwarf with a special talent for forging unique weapons that could potentially change the course of the war. And of course, there are stories where the OC is a human with a mysterious past that is somehow linked to the One Ring.
There are various 'OC x The Lord of the Rings fanfiction' out there. Some focus on an OC who is a healer. This healer OC might be the one to save Aragorn from a near - fatal wound in a different way than in the original story. In other fanfictions, the OC could be a ranger with enhanced tracking abilities, able to find Gollum much faster than the others. And then there are those where the OC has a spiritual connection to the land of Middle - earth, being able to sense when danger is approaching different regions long before others can.
One great story is 'The Elf and the Outlander' which beautifully weaves the relationship between Thranduil and an original character. It shows how the OC, a human with a special gift, enters the elven realm and catches Thranduil's attention. Their interactions are full of intrigue and a slow - building romance.
Your OC could be a ranger who has a vendetta against a powerful orc chieftain. The orc has been raiding villages and killing innocents. The OC sets out on a mission to hunt down the orc. Along the way, they get involved in a larger conflict between the forces of good and evil. They meet other characters from the Lord of the Rings world, like Aragorn or Legolas. This plot allows for a lot of action and character development as the OC battles their personal enemy while also contributing to the greater fight against Sauron.
Well, perhaps the prophet oc is from a different realm and is brought to Middle - earth. In the fanfiction, they could have a special connection with the One Ring. Instead of being corrupted by it, they use their prophetic powers to understand its true nature and find a way to destroy it without having to go through the long and arduous journey that Frodo had to endure. They could be like a guiding force for the Fellowship, using their knowledge of future events to keep them safe.
You could name him Alden, which means 'old friend' in Old English, fitting for a character in the LOTR universe. Another option is Eirik, a strong Norse - sounding name that gives a sense of a warrior.
Well, 'A New Hope in Middle - earth' is a great 'Lord of the Rings' OC fanfiction. It features an original character who comes from a far - off land and brings new skills and ideas to the fight against Sauron. Also, 'The Elven Apprentice' is quite good. It tells the story of an OC who becomes an apprentice to an elven mage, and you get to see a lot of the elven magic and culture through their eyes.
First, do your research on the lore of Middle - earth. Know how dragons are typically portrayed in Tolkien's works. For example, Smaug was a very greedy and powerful dragon. Then, create a unique backstory for your original character (OC) dragon. What made it different from other dragons? Maybe it has a different origin or a special power.
One common theme is self - discovery. Many original characters in the fanfiction are on a journey to find out who they are in the context of Middle - earth. For example, an OC might be a human with some elven blood and they are trying to understand both parts of their heritage.
One popular 'Lord of the Rings OC Orc fanfiction' is 'The Orc's Redemption'. It tells the story of an orc who tries to break free from the dark ways. Another good one could be 'Orc Among Elves' which has an interesting take on an orc's interactions with elves in Middle - earth.
Another interesting one is 'The Orphan of Rohan'. In this fanfiction, the male oc is an orphan in Rohan. He grows up with a strong desire to prove himself. When the war comes, he manages to make his mark by using his wits and courage, and his story is intertwined with the well - known events and characters of 'Lord of the Rings'.
One great one could be where the reader is a hobbit and joins Frodo's journey. It gives a really unique perspective as a small, underestimated character in a grand adventure.