Hermes might start as a mischievous and curious child. Since Percy is his father, he could inherit some of Percy's determination. As the story progresses, he could learn about loyalty from Percy, especially when dealing with other gods who might not have his best interests at heart.
Well, in some fanfictions, Hermes might be possessive of Percy because Percy could possess certain qualities or powers that Hermes wants to control or have an influence over. Maybe Percy has a unique connection to the world of the gods that Hermes sees as valuable.
In some fanfictions, Hermes interacts with Percy as a mentor. He might offer advice on how to deal with other gods or mythical creatures. For example, he could tell Percy the weaknesses of a particular monster. In other stories, he may be more of an enigma, his actions and words being hard to decipher. Sometimes, Hermes and Percy form an alliance, like when they have to face a common threat together.
Hermes' possessiveness can be shown by his over - protectiveness. He may interfere when other gods or creatures try to harm Percy. In some fanfictions, he might even go as far as to isolate Percy from other demigods or gods to have Percy all to himself. He could also be very jealous if Percy spends time with other powerful beings and show his possessiveness through angry outbursts or manipulative actions.
One common theme is mentorship. Since Hermes is an older god and Percy is a young demigod, often fanfictions explore Hermes taking Percy under his wing in some way.
The main characters are Percy and Hermes. Percy, with his Poseidon - given powers like controlling water and communicating with sea creatures, is a key figure. Hermes, on the other hand, with his many domains including speed, thievery, and communication, adds a different flavor to the story. Their relationship, which can range from friendly rivalry to begrudging respect in the fanfiction, is what drives most of the plots.
One common theme is the concept of trickery. Since Hermes is the god of thieves and messengers, many fanfics play with the idea of Hermes' trickery and how Percy has to navigate through it. For example, Hermes might set up some sort of riddle or test for Percy.
The theme of trickery also pops up a lot. Given Hermes' nature, there are often elements of trickery and deception in the fanfiction. This could be Hermes playing a trick on Percy or Percy using Hermes - like tactics to outwit his enemies. It makes for some exciting plot twists and keeps the readers on their toes.
One possible plot could be Percy's journey in raising Hermes. He might face challenges in teaching Hermes the ways of the gods, like how to use his powers responsibly. For example, Hermes' speed could get him into trouble, and Percy would have to guide him on when to use it and when not to.
In Percy Jackson fanfic, Hermes is often portrayed as a complex character. He's usually depicted as the messenger god, but with added depth. Sometimes he's shown as a bit of a trickster, playing pranks on the demigods. He might also be portrayed as having a more fatherly side, especially when it comes to his son Luke. Fanfic writers might explore his relationships with other gods and how he navigates the politics among them.