The theme of redemption also pops up. Bruce often struggles with his inner Hulk, and Natasha, with her own dark past. Fanfics can use their relationship as a means of each finding redemption through the other. They help each other heal and become better versions of themselves.
One common theme is the exploration of their mutual understanding. Given their complex pasts, fanfics often show how they can see through each other's facades. For example, in many stories, Natasha is able to calm Bruce when he's on the verge of losing control.
One common theme is the exploration of their emotional connection. Since they are both complex characters in the Marvel universe, fanfics often dig into how they understand and support each other on an emotional level. Another theme is the idea of redemption. Both Bruce and Natasha have pasts they might want to overcome, and fanfics use their relationship as a means to show that journey.
One common theme is the exploration of their unspoken attraction. They both are complex characters and fanfics often play with how they might come to terms with their feelings for each other.
One common theme is the exploration of their complex relationship. Given their different personalities and backgrounds, fanfictions often dig into how they understand and complement each other. For example, Bruce's scientific mind and Natasha's spy skills make for an interesting dynamic.
One common theme is the idea of finding solace in each other. Both Bruce and Natasha have troubled pasts, and in fanfictions, they often find comfort in their relationship. For example, Bruce can understand Natasha's feeling of being an outsider sometimes because he also feels like he doesn't quite fit in due to the Hulk.
One common theme is the idea of redemption. Loki often has a journey of self - discovery and redemption, and Natasha can be a part of that. Another is the clash of different worlds. Loki from Asgard and Natasha from Earth have very different backgrounds.
One common theme is adventure. Given their roles in the Marvel universe as heroes, many fanfics put them in exciting new adventures together. Another theme is romance, of course, exploring their relationship in different ways, like a slow - burn love story.
One common theme is the age - gap dynamic. Given that Peter is much younger than Natasha, it creates an interesting contrast in their relationship. Another theme is mentorship. Natasha can often be portrayed as a mentor figure to Peter, guiding him in the ways of the superhero world.
A common theme is trust. Since Natasha often has a guarded nature, the fanfics usually explore how she gradually trusts the reader. Another theme is mutual understanding. The reader has to understand Natasha's complex past and her role as an agent. Love and attraction are also very common themes as the relationship between the two develops.
The theme of hope also pops up. Despite the doom and gloom of Infinity War, Bruce and Natasha in fanfictions can be a source of hope for each other. They might find small moments of victory or connection that give them the strength to keep fighting against Thanos and his forces. Their relationship can be seen as a glimmer of hope in the otherwise dark events of Infinity War.
Another theme is redemption. Natasha might see helping Bruce control the Hulk as a way to redeem herself for her past actions. And Bruce might see Natasha as a chance at a normal life, which is a form of redemption for him. It's a complex interplay that is explored in a lot of the fanfictions.