One common theme is the team's unity. When Reid gets shot, the team comes together, showing their strong bond. They support each other and are determined to find out who hurt Reid.
One possible direction for the fanfic could be a sort of 'what - if' scenario. For example, what if Reid's injury had long - term consequences? It could change his role in the BAU, his relationships, and even his approach to solving cases.
In many Reid - gets - shot fanfictions, it often focuses on the team's reaction. His friends, like Morgan and Garcia, would be extremely worried. They might rush him to the hospital while trying to keep their emotions in check. The angst and worry would be palpable as they wait for news on his condition.
One common theme is the team's reaction. They are like a family, so when Reid is shot, it shows their loyalty and how they come together to support him.
It could be a deranged fan of one of Reid's academic works. This person might have misinterpreted Reid's theories and decided that Reid was some sort of false prophet. So, in his twisted mind, he kidnaps Reid to 'correct' him.
One great fanfiction idea could be exploring Baby Reid's early signs of his genius. Maybe in the story, even as a baby, he shows an uncanny ability to notice patterns in the simplest of things around him, like the way the leaves fall from the trees in a particular order. It could also focus on how his family first reacted to his extraordinary intelligence, whether they were in awe or a bit scared at first.
Hotch would feel a great sense of responsibility. He's the leader, and Reid getting hurt might make him question his decisions that led to the situation. He'd be very protective and focused on getting Reid back to full health.
One great fanfic could be where Reid's friends on the team struggle to save him after he's shot in the neck. It might focus on the medical procedures they try to perform in a high - stress situation.
One possible storyline could be Derek's struggle to recover both physically and mentally after being shot. His team members might be deeply affected and rally around him, with each dealing with the trauma in their own ways. For example, Reid could struggle with guilt for not being able to prevent it, while Garcia would be constantly by Derek's side, using her tech skills to help find the shooter.
Perhaps it's an insider within the law enforcement or criminal justice system who has a vendetta against the BAU. Maybe they disagreed with the way Derek and his team operate and decided to take matters into their own hands. It could be someone who feels that the BAU has too much power and is trying to send a message.