I highly recommend 'The Wanderer's Tale'. This male OC fanfiction is set in a post - apocalyptic Hyrule. The male character has to survive in a world full of danger and mystery. His character development throughout the story is really well - done. Additionally, 'The Silent Protector' is a fanfiction where the male OC is a quiet but powerful figure. He protects the people of Hyrule in his own unique way, and the story has some really heart - warming moments.
I really like the fanfiction titled 'Link's Unseen Trials'. In this story, Link has to face a series of trials that were not part of the original game. It shows his growth as a character outside of the main narrative. There are also some really interesting interpretations of the magic and creatures in Hyrule. Additionally, 'Zelda's Secret Quest' is a good one. It focuses on Zelda's perspective and her own adventures that are parallel to Link's, which gives a fresh look at the whole 'Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time' universe.
There's this fanfiction called 'Male OC: The Firebending Prodigy'. In this story, the male OC is a firebending genius. The story follows his training under some of the best firebenders in the world. It also shows his interactions with other benders and non - benders, which adds a lot of depth to the story.
There's a fanfic called 'Link and Zelda: A New Beginning'. In this one, Link and Zelda are thrown into an alternate version of Hyrule. They have to find their way back to their own world while also dealing with their feelings for each other. It has a lot of adventure and some really sweet romantic moments. Another fanfic that stands out is 'The Love Story of Link and Zelda in Hyrule'. It's a more traditional take on their relationship, with Link being the hero and Zelda as the princess he's sworn to protect. But as they face danger together, their relationship turns into something more than just duty - bound.
I really like the fanfiction where Link and Zelda are in an alternate universe. In this story, they are not royalty and adventurer in the traditional sense. Instead, they are ordinary people living in a small village. But, they still have that special connection that draws them together when an ancient evil from the Zelda lore starts to surface. It gives a fresh perspective on their characters.
A popular fanfic in this genre is 'Zelda's Chakra Adventure'. In this one, Zelda characters gain chakra and start learning ninja techniques. It's a fun read as it shows how the characters from Zelda adapt to the new power system. There are some really cool fight scenes where they use a mix of Zelda magic and Naruto - style jutsus.
Fanfiction involving Midna from 'Legend of Zelda' and an Original Character (OC) can be really interesting. It allows for creative interpretations of the Zelda universe. Often, these stories might explore new relationships and adventures. The combination of Midna's established character traits and the unique qualities of the OC can lead to some engaging plotlines.
One great male self - insert fanfiction in 'Legend of Zelda' could be those where the character is inserted into the Hyrule of 'Ocarina of Time'. He might start as a young adventurer in Kokiri Forest, learning the ways of the world alongside Link. Another interesting concept is being inserted into the events of 'Breath of the Wild', perhaps as a Sheikah researcher who discovers secrets about the Guardians that Link doesn't. A third option could be a self - insert in the Twilight Realm, where the character has to navigate the strange and often dangerous world filled with shadow creatures while trying to find a way back to the normal Hyrule.
A very popular 'Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom' fanfic is 'The Dark Side of Hyrule'. It explores the darker aspects of the game's world that are not fully explored in the original. It has a great plot that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Additionally, some fanfics focus on the side characters like 'Teba's Tale' which tells the story from Teba's perspective, giving a fresh look at the events of the game.
One possible title could be 'The Encounter of Lulu and My OC in the Legend of Zelda World'.
There's also 'A New Destiny for an OC in Zelda'. This fanfic focuses on an OC's journey to discover their true purpose in the Zelda universe. It combines elements from different Zelda games, creating an interesting and engaging plot. The character development is quite good as the OC faces various challenges and grows throughout the story.