Another plot idea could be a post - Maze Runner situation. Thomas and Newt are trying to adjust to the new world outside the maze. There could be a lot of tension and conflict as they deal with the reality of what they've been through. Maybe Newt is having a harder time coping and Thomas is trying to be his support. This could lead to some really deep emotional moments between them as they navigate their new relationship in this strange new world.
A different plot could be a time - travel - like idea within the context of the fanfiction. Thomas somehow gets sent back in time to when Newt first arrived in the Glade. He has the knowledge of what will happen in the future but can't tell anyone. He tries to subtly change things to make Newt's life better, all while falling in love with him in a new way. This would add an element of mystery and a different kind of relationship development between the two characters.
One interesting plot idea could be a 'what if' scenario. What if Thomas and Newt got separated from the group early on in the maze? They would have to rely solely on each other for survival. Newt's knowledge of the Glade and Thomas's determination could create a really intense dynamic as they try to find their way back. They might face new and unknown threats in the maze that the others in the group haven't encountered yet.
One plot idea could be that Thomas and Teresa discover a hidden part of the maze that has a lemon tree. They realize the lemons have special properties that could help them escape. Another could be that in a memory wipe gone wrong, Teresa starts to remember a past life related to lemons and it holds the key to a mystery in the maze. Maybe they use lemons to create a signal that attracts the Creators' attention but in a way that they can bargain for their freedom.
A possible plot is that Thomas time - travels to a future version of the Maze world where everything has gone horribly wrong. He then has to bring back knowledge or an item from that future to change the present in the Maze Runner world. For example, he might find a way to defeat the Grievers once and for all in the future and has to figure out how to implement it in his own time. Or perhaps he travels to a time when the Gladers have all split up and are at war with each other, and he has to mend the relationships.
One idea could be that the OC has a special ability, like being able to communicate with the creatures in the Maze. This could change the whole dynamic of how the Gladers interact with the Maze. Another plot could be that the OC is from outside the Glade but has a connection to the people who put them there, and they struggle with whether to reveal this secret or not. Maybe the OC discovers a hidden passage in the Maze that no one else has found, leading to a whole new area full of both danger and answers.
A cool plot for the maze runner fanfiction could be that there is a traitor among the Gladers who is secretly working for the people who put them in the maze. This traitor could be slowly sabotaging their efforts to escape. Or perhaps the maze starts to change in really strange and unpredictable ways, like the walls start moving at random times instead of just at night. The Gladers then have to figure out a new strategy to deal with this. And what if there were other groups of kids in different mazes and they somehow find a way to communicate and team up to escape all the mazes together.
One way to develop their relationship uniquely is by having them go through a series of challenges that test their loyalty to each other. Maybe they are accused of something they didn't do and have to prove their innocence together. In the process, they learn more about each other's strengths and weaknesses. Newt might see a more determined and fierce side of Thomas, and Thomas could see Newt's unwavering loyalty and sharp intellect in a new light.
The unique perspective of the OC. Since it's an original character, the writer can create someone with a distinct personality, backstory, and goals. When paired with Newt, it can lead to new and unexpected interactions. For example, an OC who is a brilliant scientist in the Maze Runner world can bring out different sides of Newt.
Survival is also a big theme. They are in the middle of the maze, and they have to fight for their lives. So, in these fanfictions, Newt and the reader often work together to overcome the various threats in the maze. For example, dealing with the Grievers or finding a way out of the maze. This not only tests their physical strength but also their relationship.
One great 'Maze Runner Newt Fanfiction' is 'The Newt Chronicles'. It really delves deep into Newt's character, exploring his thoughts and feelings in a way that the movies and books might not have fully covered. It adds more layers to his personality and his relationships within the Glade.
One popular theme is friendship. Newt's relationships with the other Gladers, like Thomas, are often explored. Another is survival, as they are in the dangerous Maze. Also, hope is a big theme. Despite the tough situation, Newt and the others keep hoping for a way out.
Some common themes are survival, friendship, and the fight against the maze. In fanfiction, Newt often plays a key role in these themes. His leadership and loyalty to his friends are emphasized. Survival is a big one as they are all trapped in the maze and have to find ways to stay alive. Friendship because the bond between the characters, especially with Newt, is what gives them the strength to keep going and face the challenges of the maze.