Common themes in 'dead to the world supernatural fiction' include mortality and immortality. Vampires are often used to explore this as they are immortal while humans are mortal. Also, the theme of power and its consequences is frequent. When a character gains supernatural powers, they have to deal with how it affects their relationships and their place in the world. There's also the theme of the unknown. These stories often introduce strange and mysterious elements that keep the readers guessing.
In the realm of 'dead to the world supernatural fiction', 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness is quite popular. It involves witches, vampires, and demons in a complex story. The 'His Dark Materials' trilogy by Philip Pullman also has elements of the supernatural with parallel worlds and daemons. Additionally, 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs has a unique take on the supernatural with children having special abilities.
The characters from Supernatural would bring their unique skills. Dean, for instance, is an excellent marksman and fighter. He could easily adapt to using guns against the walkers. Sam, with his knowledge of the occult, might be able to figure out if there's a deeper, supernatural reason for the zombie outbreak. Castiel, the angel, could use his powers to heal the injured in Rick's group or even fly over areas to scout for threats. They would add a new dimension to the fight for survival in The Walking Dead world.
For me, the supernatural world is more interesting. There's something so mysterious about it. The idea of the existence of ghosts or magic just makes you wonder about what could be out there beyond our perception.
In a crossover fanfic, the angels and demons from Supernatural could be involved in The Walking Dead universe. For example, an angel might be sent to Earth to stop the spread of the undead, believing it's part of a grand plan to save humanity. Meanwhile, the demons could be taking advantage of the chaos, making deals with desperate survivors. The Winchester brothers would have to navigate this new dynamic while also dealing with the walkers.
One great Castiel - dead fanfiction is 'The Aftermath of an Angel's Fall'. It really delves into how the other characters in Supernatural deal with Castiel's death. It shows Dean's inner turmoil and Sam's struggle to come to terms with it.
First, you need to understand the character of Castiel well. Think about his relationships with Dean, Sam, and other characters. For example, his loyalty to Dean was a big part of his character. When writing his death, make it meaningful. Maybe it could be a sacrifice for the greater good, like protecting Dean from a powerful enemy. Then, focus on how the other characters react. Dean might be filled with guilt and anger, while Sam could be more focused on finding a way to bring him back.
Dead fiction might also mean fictional stories that have failed to gain any significant traction or following. It could be due to poor writing, uninteresting plots, or bad marketing. For example, there are many self - published novels that end up as 'dead fiction' because they don't reach a wide enough audience.
I don't think so. Literary fiction may face challenges, but it continues to evolve and find its audience. New voices and perspectives keep it relevant.