A cunning spy could be a main character. They are always using artful maneuvers to gather intelligence and avoid getting caught. Their skills in deception and stealth would be central to the story.
A young apprentice in a magic school might be a main character. They are constantly learning new artful maneuvers in magic, and their journey of mastering these skills while facing challenges from rival students could be interesting.
A street - smart thief could also be a main character. They use artful maneuvers to steal from the rich and avoid the law. Their moral dilemmas as they interact with different people in the city and their attempts to outwit the authorities would make for an engaging story.
One idea could be a character using artful maneuvers to outwit an enemy in a political intrigue setting. For example, they might use their charm and quick thinking to expose a corrupt official.
It could be a young orphan. Orphans often struggle to find a place where they belong, so this character would have a strong motivation to search for that special place. They could be kind - hearted but also have a bit of a feisty side to survive in the world of the fanfic.
Jackie Estacado from 'the darkness' is an obvious choice. His connection to the Darkness power makes him a central figure and his skills and personality can drive the story forward in a crossover.
It could be the original main characters from the source material, just older and more experienced. For example, if it's a fanfic based on a teen drama, the once - young protagonists are now adults with more responsibilities.
Perhaps an old wise man who has known about the Bodacious Peach for a long time but has kept its existence a secret. When trouble arises related to the peach, he has to step forward and use his knowledge to protect it or guide others.
Well, Ben is the central figure. But don't forget about Kevin Levin. His ability to absorb and use different forms of energy could be very relevant in the Warhammer universe filled with all kinds of strange energies. In Warhammer, a Chaos Sorcerer could be a main character. The way his dark magic would interact with Ben's powers and the overall plot would be full of potential. Also, Rook Blonko from Ben 10 could be important. His skills and loyalty could add a different dynamic to the story as they explore the Warhammer universe together with Ben.
An old seer who lives on an isolated island in the cold waters could be a main character. He has the power to foresee events related to the sea. People from all over come to seek his advice, and his interactions with those who visit could form the basis of the story.
A potential main character could be a young hero - in - training who discovers they have an affinity for magic. They would then have to balance learning their hero skills with mastering magic, like Izuku Midoriya but with a magical twist.
Well, perhaps the main character is a solo player who is really good at combat but is now stuck as a girl. This change could make him/her re - evaluate their combat strategies as different genders might be expected to fight in different ways in the SAO world. Or it could be a group - oriented player who now has to deal with how their new gender affects their relationships within the group. There could also be non - player characters who play important roles in helping or hindering the main character's journey while they are stuck as a girl in SAO.
A young and ambitious sand ninja named Kaito could be a great main character. He's eager to prove himself and rise through the ranks in Sunagakure. Another could be a female ninja, Saya, who has a special jutsu related to sand manipulation that sets her apart. Or perhaps an older, more experienced ninja, Ryuji, who has seen many battles and has a lot of wisdom to offer but is also haunted by his past actions in the service of the village.