Well, a cool plot for 'pokemon adventures gold and crystal fanfiction' could be centered around a time - traveling pokemon. This pokemon accidentally sends the main character back in time to when the Johto region was first being settled. The character then has to figure out how to get back while also dealing with the primitive pokemon training methods and different cultural views of pokemon. Or perhaps a plot where a powerful but cursed pokemon is found in the Crystal Cave. It curses those who try to catch it with bad luck, and the main character has to find a way to break the curse and catch the pokemon without getting too much bad luck himself. Also, a plot about a secret pokemon league tournament that only the best trainers in Johto are secretly invited to could be really exciting.
Definitely Ethan or Lyra, the main protagonists. They are the center of the Gold and Crystal adventures, so it's natural to include them. Then there's Silver, the rival. His complex personality and his own journey of growth make him a very interesting character to write about. Professor Elm is also popular as he is the one who gives the starters and is involved in many pokemon - related research. And of course, the gym leaders like Whitney, Morty, and Pryce are often included because they offer different challenges and have their own unique personalities.
Team Rocket members are quite popular too. In fanfiction related to Pokemon Gold and Crystal, they can be portrayed in different ways. Sometimes they are more menacing and have elaborate evil plans, while other times they might have a change of heart and become allies to the protagonist. Their presence in the games provides a lot of material for fanfiction writers to play around with.
One interesting story could be about a trainer in Pokemon Gold who discovers a rare, never - before - seen Pokemon variant. In fanfiction, authors often take creative liberties to introduce new elements like this. Another could be a story that focuses on the relationship between the characters in Crystal, such as the bond between a trainer and their starter Pokemon evolving in an unexpected way.
One idea could be exploring an alternate timeline where the main character makes different choices in the game. For example, choosing a different starter Pokemon and how that changes their entire journey through the Johto region.
Ethan or Lyra, the main characters from the games, are always popular. You can expand on their adventures, their relationships with other trainers, and their growth as Pokemon trainers.
The Legendary Pokemon like Suicune, Raikou, and Entei can also be central characters. You could write a story about a trainer's quest to find and befriend these Legendary beasts. It could be a spiritual journey as well, as these Pokemon are often associated with certain elements and powers in the Pokemon lore.
One idea could be a story about a trainer who discovers a rare and powerful Pokemon in the Johto region that is not typically found in the games. For example, a shiny, alpha form of a Pokemon like Totodile. The trainer then has to protect this Pokemon from a mysterious organization that wants to use it for evil purposes.
One popular story might be 'A Golden Crystal Bond' where the characters from Pokemon Gold and Crystal share a special moment that could be considered a 'kiss' moment in a very heart - warming way. It often shows their relationship developing in a unique setting within the Pokemon world.
One idea could be a story where the protagonist's Pokemon from Pokemon Gold teams up with a Pokemon from Pokemon Crystal to face a new, powerful and mysterious threat that neither region has seen before. For example, a dark force that is causing natural disasters in both Johto and the Crystal region.