Another theme is the exploration of different worlds. Since MLP has a very magical and pastel - colored world, and Lion King has a more natural and wild world, fanfics often play with the idea of characters from one world experiencing the other. This can lead to a lot of interesting situations, like the ponies being in awe of the African landscape or the Lion King characters being amazed by the magic in Equestria.
The theme of sacrifice for love is present too. A pony might sacrifice something important like a dream or a possession for the sake of their beloved. This adds a touch of drama and depth to the romance in the MLP fanfics. Also, the discovery of self - worth through love is another aspect. Ponies often grow as individuals as they experience love in these stories.
Friendship is also a common theme, which is very much in line with the MLP universe. Even in the presence of vampires, the fanfics often show how the characters try to maintain or build friendships. It could be a vampire making friends with ponies despite their differences, or ponies trying to befriend a vampire in order to save them from their vampiric ways. This theme of friendship often drives the plot forward and gives a positive message in these often - darker - themed fanfics.
Cultural exchange is a very common theme. For instance, the ponies might learn about Chinese calligraphy or martial arts, and in turn, they introduce their own Equestrian ways to their Chinese friends.
Friendship is also a big theme. As with the overall My Little Pony franchise, fanfics often show Tempest forming new friendships and learning the value of it. For example, she might start off as a loner but gradually open up to other ponies.
One common theme is friendship. Ponies coming together to support a sick or injured friend is a big part of it. For example, when Rainbow Dash is injured in a race and all her friends visit her in the hospital. Another theme is the discovery of new medical techniques or magic in the MLP universe. Sometimes, a pony might be suffering from an unknown ailment and the doctors have to figure out a new way to treat it.
One popular theme is friendship. Just like in the original Lion King, characters form strong bonds with each other. But in these fanfics, it could be between same - sex characters. Another theme could be acceptance. How the Lion King society accepts or struggles to accept different relationships. For example, how a group of lions deal with two male lions being very close friends.
Friendship is another prevalent theme. Since MLP is all about friendship, fanfics often show Sunny Flare's relationships with other ponies. She could start off as a bit of a loner or a bit too focused on herself, and then through interactions with others, she learns the value of having friends and being there for them.
One common theme is self - discovery. Since Spike is banished, he has to figure out who he is without the support of his friends immediately. For example, in many fanfics, he discovers new powers or abilities during his time alone.
Self - discovery is also a frequent theme. In fanfics, Diamond Tiara often goes through a process of realizing who she really is and what she wants. And sometimes, the theme of family can be involved, like her relationship with her parents and how it affects her actions and growth.
Another common theme is the power of magic. In MLP, there are different types of pony magic, and in Fairy Tail, magic is a huge part of the story. Fanfics might have the characters combine their magical abilities or learn from each other's magic systems. For example, Fluttershy's animal - communication magic could be used in the Fairy Tail world in an interesting way. It could help the Fairy Tail members communicate with magical beasts better.