If you are an ardent fan of the How to Train Your Dragon (HTTYD) series and can’t get enough of Hiccup and Toothless, then "watching the movie" fanfiction is perfect for you. This involves characters from the film watching the movie of their own lives, creating an interesting multi-dimensional viewing experience. Here are some instructions on how you can create your own, in-depth HTTYD fanfiction.
Selecting the Scene
The first step is selecting the particular movie scene that you want the characters to watch. It could be Hiccup’s first meeting with Toothless, any of their several adventures, or even the momentous final battle. Your choice of scene will steer your story's direction and emphasis.
In deciding, also take into account the characters�emotions during that scene in the movie. Injecting their emotional reactions to the playback will make the fanfiction more engaging.
Character Selection
Next, decide which characters will be present during the “watching the movie�session. Including the main characters is a no-brainer, but remember that secondary characters can provide interesting commentary and perspectives, too. Be mindful of the dynamics between characters as this will affect the discussions and revelations throughout your story.
Also, think about whether all characters already know each other or if they are going to be introduced through the movie. This is where you can create tension, hilarious moments or unexpected bonds.
Storytelling Style
Would your characters be transported to a futuristic world where they watch their movie in a sophisticated cinema, or in a more primitive setting? Do they watch the complete movie at once or segments? Such choices will dramatically affect the narrative style of your fanfiction.
Is your story going to be light-hearted and filled with comedic banter, filled with emotionally laden commentary, or a mix of both? The tone of your story depends on how you want the characters to react to their own lives displayed on the big screen.
Character Reactions
Plotting the characters�reactions to the scene(s) requires a deep understanding of each character, their personalities, personal growth and relationships with others. This not only enhances your story's believability but also lets you play around with how each character might react.
Writing the Dialogue
While the scenes from the movie will not have dialogue, the fanfiction part of your story will. This dialogue should accurately reflect the characters�personalities and progress over time. Writing good dialogue involves balancing witty banter with introspective moments and emotional outpourings.
The flow of conversation should come naturally. Try reading out the dialogue to yourself to ensure it sounds realistic and not forced.
Plot Development
Even though the characters are just watching a movie, you still need a plot for your fanfiction. Why are they watching the movie? How does this experience change their relationships with each other and their views of themselves? Answering these questions will help you develop your fanfiction plot.
Conclusion
Your plot must come to a satisfactory conclusion. It doesn't have to be a happy ending but it must feel incomplete or finished in some way. Like with any fanfiction, the ending is where you can take liberties with the original plot and characters to fulfill your imagination.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is there a site where I can post my HTTYD fanfiction? Yes, websites like FanFiction.net and Wattpad are popular platforms for fanfiction writers.
2) How long should a HTTYD fanfiction be? It depends on your story. It could be a short story of 1,000 words or a novel-length piece of 100,000 words. You decide.
3) Can I write a HTTYD fanfiction involving brand new characters? Of course! As long as it's set in the HTTYD universe, anything is possible in fanfiction.
