30 Common Tropes in Fan Fiction | A Collection of Real-Life Experiences from Readers and Writers

There are many scenes in fan fiction that you'll find yourself thinking, "That's so true!" We've compiled 30 points that resonate with both readers and writers.

30 Common Tropes in Fan Fiction | A Collection of Real-Life Experiences from Readers and Writers

Common experiences of readers of fan fiction
Common experiences of fan fiction writers
Common tropes in K-POP fan fiction
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. What are some common tropes in fan fiction? What kinds of things are there?

A. Common tropes in fanfiction are relatable episodes that anyone who reads or writes fanfiction will understand. Examples include "My heart races when my favorite character is kind to me" and "I can tell what the story is about just by looking at the title," which are widely shared among female fans of fanfiction and fans of original characters.

1. Common experiences of readers of fan fiction

#	Common occurrence
1	I pause the video and take a deep breath when my favorite character calls the protagonist's name.
2	The phrase "To be continued tomorrow" keeps me up at night.
3	I check the author's tweets every day and wait for updates.
4	Just seeing the title of my favorite work makes my heart ache.
5	I couldn't return to reality for a while after finishing reading it.
6	I was reading it on the train and almost burst into tears.
7	Even though it's a scene where my favorite character gets angry, it still makes my heart flutter.
8	Seeing the word "completed" leaves me unsure whether to be happy or sad.
9	I reread works that I've already read.
10	I'm supposed to be reading about obsession, but I can't feel the victim's emotions.

2. Common experiences of fan fiction writers

#	Common occurrence
11	I know the scenes I want to write, but I can't write the beginning.
12	I spend more time thinking about the characters' backgrounds than writing the main text.
13	Even though it's my own work, I empathize with it because of my favorite character's lines.
14	I was shocked when I discovered a typo after posting.
15	After several hours passed with zero likes, I started to regret it.
16	The moment a comment comes in, I stop everything I'm working on.
17	"I'm looking forward to the next part" is enough to write three chapters.
18	Even though I had a solid plot, as I was writing, it went in a completely different direction.
19	It takes longer to decide on the title than to write the main text.
20	I decided to have him confess in the next episode, but in the end I ended up dragging it out again.

3. Common tropes in K-POP fan fiction

#	Common occurrence
twenty one	It's painful when your favorite character's actual catchphrase is included in the dialogue because it feels too real.
twenty two	Even though she's supposed to be the only girl, my attention is drawn only to certain members.
twenty three	Every time a new song comes out, I think, "I want to read a fanfiction story based on this situation."
twenty four	I was hurt when I saw a scene I'd read in a fanfiction story in an actual music video.
twenty five	I read an interview with my favorite character and was confused by the gap between that and their real-life personality.
26	Even though the entire group appears in the work, I read it while only counting the appearances of my favorite character.
27	The moment the word "메이트 (pen)" comes up, I'm instantly brought back to reality.
28	If you only read stories about obsessive love, you'll start to feel dissatisfied with the kindness of your real-life idol.
29	I love my favorite character in the work so much that it gets confused with my feelings for my real-life favorite character.
30	I started reading a book on FanPlus and before I knew it, three hours had passed.

If you relate to common tropes in fanfiction, try searching for your favorite stories on FanPlus. You can read fanfiction featuring popular groups like BTS, EXO, RIIZE, and TXT, all with Japanese translations.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Where are common tropes in fan fiction shared?

On A.X (formerly Twitter), the "Yumejoshi" tag and the FanPlus community bulletin board are used to share relatable stories daily. They are also used as a place for Yumejoshi to interact with other fans who share the same favorite characters.

Q2. Which of the following is the most relatable for fans of fan fiction writers?

A. The common experience of being able to write three chapters based on just one comment, "I'm looking forward to the next chapter," is something I can relate to a lot. The fact that reader feedback directly translates into motivation is a feeling shared by all fan fiction writers.

Q3. Where can I read works that feature common tropes in K-POP fan fiction?

A. You can search for works by group or member on FanPlus. It supports automatic Japanese translation, so you can enjoy it even if you don't understand Korean.

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30 Common Tropes in Fan Fiction | A Collection of Real-Life Experiences from Readers and Writers