One great Bucky x Steve fanfic is 'A New Beginning'. It delves deep into their relationship post - Avengers events, exploring how they reconnect and heal together. The characterizations are on point, making it a very engaging read.
One great fem Steve x Bucky fanfic is 'A Different World'. It explores their relationship in an alternate universe where Steve is female. The characterizations are really well - done, and it shows how their bond could be different yet still strong. Another one is 'Fem Steve's Journey'. It delves into how fem Steve navigates the world and her relationship with Bucky in a very interesting way.
A good Bucky x Steve fanfic often has well - developed characters. It should stay true to their personalities from the MCU or comics. For example, Bucky's struggle with his past and Steve's unwavering loyalty.
Common themes in these fanfics include perseverance. They persevere through difficult situations together. There's also the theme of acceptance. Steve accepts Bucky for who he is, even with his past and his flaws. And the theme of love conquering all is very present. Their love is shown to be strong enough to overcome any obstacle, whether it's from the outside world or their own internal struggles.
There's also 'Bucky's Redemption in Steve's World'. This fanfic delves into Bucky's struggle with his past while Steve is constantly by his side, helping him heal. It shows their bond strengthening through various challenges they face in the modern setting.
Friendship is a very common theme. Despite their differences, they come together and form a strong bond. Another theme is redemption. For example, Bucky might be seeking redemption for his past actions, and Tony and Steve play a role in that process.
One great fanfic could be 'The Three Musketeers of the Avengers'. It shows an interesting dynamic between Steve, Tony and Bucky. They start off a bit rocky but then come together to face a common threat. The author does a great job of exploring their individual personalities within the relationship.
Friendship and love are also big themes. The relationship between the three can range from deep platonic friendship to romantic love. In some fanfics, they struggle to define their feelings for each other. They support each other through tough times like battles and personal crises, which shows their strong bond.
One great 'bucky and steve care for tony fanfic' is 'Healing Hearts'. In this fic, Bucky and Steve notice Tony's struggle with post - battle trauma. They start by simply being there for him during his nightmares, bringing him warm milk and sitting with him until he calms down. Their care gradually extends to helping him in the lab, understanding his projects, and protecting him from those who might want to harm him for his tech.
The 'secret relationship' trope is often used. Maybe in the fanfic, fem Steve and Bucky have to keep their relationship a secret for some reason, like political or social pressures. And the 'soulmates' trope is also seen a lot. It emphasizes the idea that fem Steve and Bucky are meant to be together, and their connection is fated and unbreakable.
One common theme is loyalty. Their loyalty to each other is a big part of their relationship and is often explored in fanfics. For example, Bucky always being there for Steve, and Steve never giving up on Bucky.