The idea of legacy is also prevalent. As Anakin was a very powerful Jedi - turned - Sith and Leia is a strong figure in the Rebel Alliance, their combined legacy is a rich area for fanfiction. Writers might explore how Leia could inherit some of Anakin's skills or how she could redefine the Skywalker legacy in a positive light.
One common theme is redemption. Anakin, having made many mistakes in his life, sees taking care of Leia as a way to atone. It gives him a chance to do good and protect an innocent life.
Often, their interactions start from a place of conflict. Anakin's past actions as Vader create a barrier. However, as the story progresses, they may start to understand each other more. For example, Anakin could reveal his true self to Leia, the self that was once a good Jedi. This could lead to moments of deep connection and mutual respect between them. They might also have to work together against a common enemy, which would force them to communicate and cooperate, leading to a more developed relationship.
The idea of redemption is a big one. Darth Vader's redemption at the end of Return of the Jedi is a powerful moment, and fanfics often expand on this. They might explore what led to his final choice, or how his family influenced his decision. Additionally, the exploration of the Force and how it connects all these characters is another common theme. It could be about how Luke and Leia develop their Force abilities differently, or how Anakin's relationship with the Force changed over time.
A common theme is captivity. Leia is often in a captive situation with Jabba, and the fanfiction explores how she copes with that. Another theme is power struggle, as Jabba has power over Leia, and she tries to regain her own power.
One common theme is protection. Since they were in danger as babies, many fanfictions focus on how they were kept safe.
A third common theme is the exploration of new powers. When Naruto's chakra - based abilities interact with the Force that Leia is somewhat connected to, it can create some really interesting scenarios. Fanfictions might explore how Naruto could use his shadow clone jutsu in combination with Leia's leadership skills in a battle situation, or how the Force could affect Naruto's use of ninjutsu in unexpected ways.
Another theme could be Anakin's search for identity. In the fanfiction, through gaming, he might discover new aspects of himself. He could be a hero in the Star Wars galaxy, but in the gaming world, he has to build his reputation all over again. This exploration of different identities can be a major part of the story. Also, the theme of friendship often comes up. He might make new friends in the gaming community who are very different from his Jedi comrades.
One common theme is his struggle with being different. As a young Anakin, he has extraordinary powers which set him apart from others on Tatooine. This makes him feel isolated at times, and many fanfictions explore how he copes with this.
One common theme is the struggle between light and dark within Anakin. His internal conflict is often explored in great detail.
One common theme is Anakin getting physically hurt during battles and his friends or loved ones having to deal with the aftermath. For example, in some stories, Obi - Wan might be trying to save a badly injured Anakin.