The story 'Poison Ivy: Cycle of Life and Death' which is closely related to Batman's world. It delves deep into Poison Ivy's character. Batman has to face off against her when she embarks on a mission that could have far - reaching consequences for Gotham. The story shows the different sides of Poison Ivy, from her love for plants to her more vengeful and power - hungry aspects, and how Batman tries to stop her without completely destroying what she stands for.
One great 'Batman and Poison Ivy' fanfic is 'Green Temptation'. It explores the complex relationship between Batman and Poison Ivy in a unique way. The author delves into Ivy's motives and how Batman tries to deal with her environmental radicalism while also being attracted to her in a strange sense. The story has some really well - written dialogue that brings out the personalities of both characters.
There's also 'The Ivy - Bat Alliance' fanfic. It starts with an unlikely alliance between Batman and Poison Ivy against a common enemy in Gotham. As they work together, their relationship blossoms in unexpected ways. The writer creates a vivid Gotham setting and the dialogue between the two characters is both sharp and full of unspoken emotions.
The relationship would change drastically. Batman, who was once her enemy, would become her partner. They would start to share their secrets and work together towards common goals. For example, Batman might use his detective skills to help Poison Ivy target the real polluters in Gotham, while she could use her plant - based powers to help him in his fight against other villains.
Poison Ivy can also be a character of redemption in some fanfic. Maybe she realizes that her extreme methods are not the best way to protect the environment. She could then start to work with Batman or other characters to find more sustainable solutions. This would be a different take on her character and could lead to some really interesting story arcs in the fanfic world.
The appeal of Batman and Poison Ivy in fanfiction lies in their contrasting natures. Batman is all about order and justice in Gotham, while Poison Ivy is more about nature's chaos. This contrast makes for great storytelling as it creates a natural conflict. Writers can play with this to create unique and engaging plots.
One possible fanfic could be centered around Batman's encounters with Poison Ivy within the Arkham universe. Maybe it could explore their complex relationship, with Batman constantly trying to stop Ivy's environmental extremism while also seeing the good in her intentions at times. For example, Ivy might be trying to protect a particular area in Arkham City that she believes is crucial for nature, and Batman has to find a way to balance the law and her motives.
There could be a story where a group of kids were playing in an abandoned lot. One of them touched what they thought was just a normal plant, which turned out to be poison ivy. All the kids then had to learn about poison ivy from their parents and how to avoid it in the future. It's a simple yet educational story about the plant.
One great story could be about Batman trying to understand Poison Ivy's motives beyond her usual eco - terrorism. In this fanfiction, they might start to see each other in a different light as they are forced to work together to save Gotham from a new threat that endangers both the city and the natural environment. It could explore their complex relationship and how their opposing views might start to blend.
The most common themes in 'Batman Poison Ivy' fanfic include the struggle for power. Batman has his own power and influence in Gotham, and Poison Ivy has her power over plants. This power struggle is often central to the stories. Additionally, the theme of identity is there. Poison Ivy's identity as a plant - loving villainess is explored, and how Batman views her and her actions also ties into this. And the concept of nature's vengeance, where Poison Ivy takes revenge on those who harm nature, is also a recurring theme.
Finally, the relationship between the two characters needs to be well - developed. It can be a love - hate relationship, or a begrudging respect. But it has to be believable. The fanfic should show how they interact, how they communicate, and how their relationship evolves over the course of the story. This can be through their dialogue, their actions, or even their thoughts.