One common theme is identity. Since Dawn becomes a vampire, she has to re - evaluate who she is. Another theme is family. Buffy's reaction to Dawn's new state and how they interact as sisters in this new situation is often explored.
The theme of redemption is also quite common. Dawn might have done things as a vampire that she regrets, and she then tries to make up for it. It could be something like accidentally harming an innocent, and then she spends the rest of the story trying to atone for her actions. These themes add depth to the fanfiction and make it more than just a simple 'Dawn as a vampire' story.
One common theme is the struggle between good and evil. Since it involves vampires, there's often a battle between the forces of darkness (the vampires) and the forces of good, with Dawn sometimes caught in the middle.
One common theme is identity. Dawn has to figure out who she is as a vampire, different from her human self. Another theme is family. Buffy and the rest of the gang have to deal with Dawn in this new state, which tests their family bonds.
One common theme is protection. Spike often ends up protecting Dawn from various threats, whether it be vampires or other supernatural beings. It shows his growth from a more self - centered character to someone who cares about Dawn's well - being.
One common theme is protection. Since Spike is a powerful vampire, many fanfics have him protecting Dawn from various threats in Sunnydale. Another theme is friendship. They often form a unique bond that is different from their relationships with other characters in the show.
One common theme is the battle between good and evil. Buffy, as the slayer, represents good and the vampires are the evil she has to combat. It's a classic struggle that is central to most of these fanfictions.
Love and relationships are common themes. Many fanfictions explore Buffy's love for Angel or Spike further. Another theme is the struggle between good and evil. Since the show is about slaying vampires, this is often explored in new ways in fanfiction. And there's also the theme of self - discovery as the characters, especially Buffy, are constantly evolving.
The theme of identity is quite prevalent. Oz has to balance his human side with his werewolf side, and fanfictions often explore how this affects his sense of self. Additionally, friendship is a theme. He is part of the Scooby Gang, and stories might focus on his relationships with Buffy, Xander, and the others. For example, there could be stories about how he helps the gang during a particularly tough vampire attack while also dealing with his own issues.
One common theme is identity exploration. Since Buffy already deals with a lot about self - discovery in the original show, in trans fanfiction, it often focuses on the character's journey in terms of their gender identity. Another theme is acceptance, both self - acceptance and acceptance from the other characters in the Buffyverse.
Love and attraction can also be a theme. Dracula has a certain allure, and in some fanfictions, Buffy or other characters might find themselves drawn to him in unexpected ways. This can create a lot of interesting drama and conflict, especially when combined with the fact that he's a vampire and she's the slayer.
The theme of cultural differences is quite prevalent. Buffy's world is based on a more modern - day Earth with a hidden supernatural side, while Stargate involves different planets and cultures. Fanfictions play with how the characters from Buffy would adapt to the alien cultures in Stargate and vice versa. Additionally, the theme of friendship and loyalty is strong. We see how the characters from both shows build new relationships or strengthen existing ones when they cross over. For instance, Willow could form a bond with Samantha Carter as they both are intelligent and resourceful women in their respective shows.