A great plot twist might be that Po discovers he has some hidden connection to Tai Lung. For example, they could be related in some long - lost family way. This would add a whole new layer to their relationship and the story. Po would then have to grapple with the idea of fighting someone who is, in a way, family, and Tai Lung could use this knowledge to his advantage in different ways during their confrontations.
One type of Tai Lung fanfic could be a 'what - if' scenario. What if Tai Lung had been redeemed? Writers could create a story where he overcomes his pride and anger, and uses his skills for good. This would change the whole dynamic of the story and give a new perspective on his character.
Well, if Tai Lung was injured and Po found him instead of fighting him right away. Po could take Tai Lung to the Jade Palace and nurse him back to health. During this time, they would have conversations and Tai Lung would see the kindness in Po and the true meaning of the kung fu that he once coveted. This would change their relationship from one of enmity to one of mutual respect and a strange kind of friendship.
Tai Lung fanfic often gives readers a chance to see the character in a new light. It can show his softer side, which was not much explored in the original. Maybe he has a love interest that no one knew about, and a fanfic can build a whole story around that relationship.
Another storyline might involve a time - travel element. Tai Lung and Tigress are sent back in time to when Tai Lung was still a young student. Tigress, knowing what will happen in the future, tries to steer Tai Lung away from the path of jealousy and anger. They could form a bond as friends and training partners, and this new relationship changes the course of events, preventing Tai Lung's fall from grace.
One common theme could be the exploration of their relationship in a more romantic or complex way. Since they are from different sides in the Kung Fu Panda universe, there might be themes of redemption and understanding in the fanfiction.
First, understand the characters well. Tai Lung is a complex character, driven by his ambition and his sense of being wronged. Tigress is strong - willed and dedicated to her training. Start with a strong concept, like how their two different worlds collide. For example, if Tai Lung returns seeking revenge but Tigress tries to reason with him. Then, build the tension gradually. Don't rush their relationship. Let them have exchanges, both physical in fights and verbal in arguments and conversations.
A frequent theme is the power dynamic between them. Given Tai Lung's great strength and his fall from grace, and Tigress's own position in the Furious Five. Fanfictions might play with the idea of who is more powerful in different situations. There could be themes of respect as well. They might initially not respect each other, but through various encounters, they come to respect the other's skills. Also, themes of loyalty can be explored, especially when they are faced with challenges that test where their loyalties truly lie, whether it's to their own beliefs or to the people around them.
I'm sorry, I don't know who the author of this novel is. There could be many relatively unknown novels out there, and without more information, it's difficult to determine the author.
Well, without having read the 'lost on a red minibus to tai po novel', it's hard to say for certain. However, generally speaking, it might revolve around the journey in the red minibus. The protagonist could be lost in both the physical sense of not knowing the way in Tai Po but also perhaps in a more metaphorical sense, like being lost in their thoughts or life while on that journey. There could be descriptions of the minibus interior, the other passengers, and how the whole situation unfolds.