In Tartarus, Percy might have faced challenges that made him question his own identity. He had to fight not only external monsters but also his inner demons. This self - discovery process, which was probably very intense in Tartarus, could have changed him. Fanfiction writers could show how he is now trying to reconcile his old self with the new, more battle - hardened self.
Maybe it's part of a plot to have Percy gain some sort of power or knowledge. In many fictional stories, a character has to go through great pain and suffering before emerging stronger or wiser. The torture in Tartarus could be a way to set up this transformation for Percy.
Perhaps they go on a quest to find a way to close the gates of Tartarus permanently. This would involve traveling to different places, facing new monsters, and using their combined knowledge and skills. Along the way, their bond would be tested, and they'd have to rely on each other more than ever, making their relationship even deeper.
One possible reason could be jealousy among his so - called friends. Maybe someone was envious of Percy's powers or popularity and decided to frame him, leading to his betrayal and subsequent sending to Tartarus. Another reason might be a misunderstanding. For example, if there was some false evidence planted against Percy, his comrades could have been misled into believing he had done something unforgivable and sent him to that horrible place.
There are several possible reasons. Firstly, for the sake of drama. It makes for a very intense and emotional story when a beloved character like Percy dies. Secondly, it could be to explore the after - effects on the other characters. How would Annabeth cope? How would the Camp Half - Blood react? Also, it might be a way to show the unforgiving nature of Tartarus.
One possible storyline could be them dealing with PTSD. Percy might have nightmares about the horrors in Tartarus, and Annabeth could struggle with sudden bouts of anxiety in seemingly safe situations. They would have to support each other through these tough times, learning to communicate better about their feelings.
Well, perhaps in the fanfic, there's a prophecy that gets misinterpreted. The gods think Percy is going to cause great harm based on this wrong interpretation, so they send him to Tartarus. It could also be that there's some sort of power struggle among the gods. Percy might be caught in the middle of it, and one side decides to get rid of him by banishing him to Tartarus to tip the balance in their favor.
Perhaps a prophecy misinterpretation. If a prophecy was misread and it seemed like Percy was the cause of great evil to come, the gods might take drastic action. For instance, if the prophecy spoke of a 'child of the sea' causing destruction, and they wrongly assumed it was Percy without fully understanding the context.
Well, one reason could be that he's wrongly accused of a major crime against the gods. Maybe some false evidence is planted, making the gods believe he's a threat, so they banish him. Another reason might be that he's trying to protect someone or something, and his actions are misinterpreted as going against the gods' will. For example, if he's trying to save a powerful but 'forbidden' creature, the gods might see this as a violation and send him to Tartarus.
In some fanfictions, Annabeth and Percy might struggle with PTSD. They could have nightmares about their time in Tartarus. Percy might be overly protective of Annabeth, and they may need time to heal their emotional wounds together.
One possible reason could be a misunderstanding. Maybe a miscommunication led to a rift between them. For example, if Harry overheard Ron saying something that was taken out of context, it could start the breakdown of their friendship.