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.
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.
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.
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.
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 he could make an alliance with some of the less hostile creatures in Tartarus. There might be beings who are also tired of the chaos and want to help Percy in exchange for something, like a promise to free them from Tartarus if he ever gets the chance. Percy is known for his charisma and ability to make friends, even in the most unlikely situations.
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.
One possible plotline could be Percy's struggle for survival in Tartarus. He might have to face off against various terrifying monsters. Another could be his journey to find a way out while dealing with the psychological trauma of being in such a hellish place. And perhaps he discovers some long - hidden secrets about Tartarus itself during his time there.
One possible scenario could be that Percy is overpowered by the various monsters in Tartarus. Maybe the sheer number of foes like the giants or the more terrifying creatures there are too much for him to handle, leading to his death.
One possible consequence could be that he becomes even more powerful in a dark way. Tartarus is full of dangerous and ancient forces. Staying there might expose him to unique and powerful magics that change him. For example, he could gain new combat skills or the ability to control certain Tartarus - born entities.