In 'The Overcoat', Gogol uses a lot of detailed descriptions. For example, he vividly describes how Akaky Akakievich saves money for the overcoat. The overcoat itself is not just a piece of clothing but also a manifestation of the social hierarchy at that time. Poor people like Akaky have to struggle hard to afford something that seems basic to others. And when the overcoat is stolen, it's like his whole world collapses.
I'm not sure which specific story you're referring to. There could be many stories with a character named Nikolai and an 'equalizer' concept. Maybe more context is needed.
Well, a fanfiction about Nikolai and Zoya's kiss might explore their relationship in-depth. It could be set in a specific fictional world. Maybe it shows their growing affection through this kiss, and how it changes their dynamic.
Mal could be a great addition. His relationship with Alina adds an interesting dynamic. He could be jealous of the Darkling's closeness to Alina and cause some tension. Also, Genya. Her skills as a Tailor and her own experiences in the Ravkan court can bring in more political intrigue and a different perspective on the relationship between Alina and the Darkling.
Invincibility from 100 Million Punches was a game/game novel written by Crazy Knife-throwing. The protagonist in the novel became stronger by practicing punching. This novel contained elements such as transmigration, invincibility, game world, leveling up, and training. The novel was finished, and the readers could enjoy reading it without worry. The specific plot and chapter content required reading the full text of the novel.
There's not enough information to say for sure. He could be the main character, but it's also possible that he's a secondary character who just has some connection to the equalizer. For example, he might be a helper to the real main character who is involved with the equalizer in a more central way.
One of the main themes is poverty. Akaky Akakievich's poverty is central to the story. He can barely afford the basic necessities, and the overcoat becomes a luxury for him.
The division of martial arts techniques in fantasy novels can be seen in the following examples:
First Punch:X Punch
[Second Punch: Y-Punch]
Third Punch: Z-Punch
Among them, X, Y, and Z represented different fist techniques or names. They could be specific names or code names, or they could be words that represented the characteristics of fist techniques.
In the novel, readers could better understand the X Fist by describing its characteristics such as its strong attack power and low defense power. At the same time, it could describe the characteristics of Y-Fist and Z-Fist and their effects in battle to let readers better understand their usage.
The most important thing in the novel was to make every punch have its own unique characteristics, and these characteristics could bring about substantial changes in the character's combat. This way, the readers would be able to get more involved in the character's battle.
It depends on the size and location of the hole punches. Small holes in non-critical areas might not have a huge impact, but large or in key parts could lower the grade significantly.
I would recommend 'Shadows of the Heart'. In this fanfiction, the story takes a different turn from the original. It explores what could have happened if Alina had made different choices regarding the Darkling. It's full of interesting plot twists and great character development.