One idea could be that the NCIS team is investigating a series of strange disappearances that turn out to be related to the experiments that created the Maximum Ride characters. The team could cross paths with the flock while trying to uncover the truth behind a shadowy organization involved in genetic manipulation.
Gibbs and Max could be an interesting pairing. Gibbs' no - nonsense, experienced leadership style could clash and then mesh with Max's independent and protective nature. They could learn from each other's ways of leading their respective groups.
Well, another concept could be the technological aspect. 'Maximum Ride' has some elements of scientific experimentation and advanced abilities. When combined with 'Divergent', perhaps the technology from 'Maximum Ride' could be used to either enhance or disrupt the way the 'Divergent' society functions. For instance, the genetic modifications in 'Maximum Ride' might affect how the 'Divergent' people are sorted into factions or how they view those who are different.
Max from 'Maximum Ride' is often a popular character in these crossovers. Her strong leadership skills and her ability to fly make her a standout. In the context of the crossover, she can bring a new perspective to the 'Divergent' world and interact with the different factions in unique ways.
A third option is a love - story - centered crossover. A character from Maximum Ride could fall in love with a vampire or werewolf from Twilight. This would bring a lot of drama as they come from such different worlds and have different natures. There would be the struggle of the Maximum Ride character dealing with the Twilight character's immortality and the Twilight character understanding the unique situation of the Maximum Ride character.
One idea could be having the Maximum Ride characters attend Hogwarts. Imagine Max with her wings trying to fit in among the wizards. They could participate in Quidditch but use their flying abilities in unique ways. Another idea is a battle where the two groups team up against a common enemy, like a new kind of dark magic that threatens both their worlds.
One idea could be that the characters from 'Maximum Ride' somehow end up in the world of 'Twilight'. Maybe the flock has to deal with the vampire and werewolf politics while trying to find their way back home. Another plot could involve a genetic experiment in the 'Twilight' world that creates hybrids similar to the 'Maximum Ride' characters, and they team up to stop an evil force. Or perhaps a character from 'Twilight' stumbles upon the 'Maximum Ride' group and they have to learn to co - exist while facing a common enemy.
One interesting plot twist could be the combination of powers. In Twilight, vampires have their own set of abilities like super strength and speed. In Maximum Ride, the characters have wings and enhanced physical capabilities. If you cross them over, perhaps a character from Maximum Ride could gain some vampire - like powers, like mind - reading. This would completely change the power dynamics in the story and lead to some really cool action scenes and new conflicts.
Yes, it's possible that Maximum Ride could read fanfiction. Just like many fans of a series, the character within the story, if in a more meta - situation, might be interested in reading the creative interpretations that fans have written about their own adventures.
Create a believable reason for the crossover. It can't just be random. Maybe there's a portal that opens between the two worlds or a powerful magic spell gone wrong. Once you have that established, start building the story around how the characters interact with each other. Do they trust each other right away or are there initial suspicions? How do they communicate their different ways of life? For example, how would the vampires in Twilight react to the flying abilities of the Maximum Ride characters? All these details will make your fanfic more engaging.