There's also 'Ironhide and the Human Companion'. This fanfiction delves into the relationship between Ironhide and the reader in a more emotional way. It explores how they communicate and understand each other despite their differences. The writer does a great job of building up the connection between them.
Friendship is a common theme. Their relationship as comrades in the Autobot cause often forms the basis of many stories. They support each other in battles and in the day - to - day operations of the Autobot base.
One interesting storyline could be Ratchet and Ironhide having to work together to repair a critically damaged Autobot. They face many challenges during the repair process, like finding rare parts. Their different personalities - Ratchet's more cautious and Ironhide's more brash - lead to some tense but also humorous moments as they try to save their comrade.
You can also start by establishing the setting. Maybe it's on a battlefield or in an Autobot base. Then introduce the reader and how they come to cross paths with Ironhide. For example, the reader could be a mechanic working on Ironhide's repairs. This gives a natural reason for them to interact.
It could start with Ironhide showing simple kindness to the OC. Just small acts like making sure they have food or a safe place to stay. This can gradually build into a deeper emotional connection.
Another theme is mutual respect. In many stories, they start off with some misunderstandings or rivalries. But as the story progresses, they come to respect each other's skills and contributions to the Autobot cause. This is often shown through battles where they have to rely on each other. For instance, in a battle against the Decepticons, Bumblebee's speed and Ironhide's strength work together seamlessly. And they realize they are stronger as a team.
One popular bumblebee x ironhide fanfiction is 'Bond of Bots'. It has an interesting plot where they go on a mission together and their relationship deepens throughout the story.
A common theme is loyalty. They are always shown as being extremely loyal to each other. Another theme is leadership, as Optimus is the leader and Ironhide respects his leadership wholeheartedly.
There's a fanfiction called 'Ironhide's Protector'. In this one, Bumblebee is in danger during a mission, and Ironhide goes to extreme lengths to protect him. It really explores the depth of Ironhide's feelings for Bumblebee. The action scenes are exciting, and the emotional connection between them is palpable throughout the story.