However, I would ask about our initial introduction to Blaine. Although Kurt had feelings for him from the beginning, Blaine was incredibly selfish, and the show seemed to be setting up a relationship where Kurt would have to play down his desire for stardom in order to have any relationship with Blaine. I wonder whether or not this change in Blaine is a symptom of the continual amnesia the writers have for their characters over time or perhaps part of the larger machine that packages the characters and songs for easier consumption. Does Blaine’s likability transcend into prolonged music/concert sales that have become the hallmark of the show? Moreover, how does this character change play into the show’s own smoothing over of its initial satiric black comedy beginnings?

Indeed, I’m glad to have your input on this. It is certainly possible that the fanfic sites I was looking at were not representative; I will have to look at more sites. I also find it very plausible that the fanfic relationship is more egalitarian, since both characters transgress normative gender roles (in different ways). Thanks again for your response!

As for the rest, stimulating ideas.