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I Challenge My Fate! Recommended by Godlizard, The Giant Rock

Synopsis: As the name suggests, this writing blog focuses on Fire Emblem Awakening, mostly doing whatever readers request them to write (which so far consists largely of shipping fics of varying pairings and happiness and a few non-shipping explorations of canon).

Comments: They take requests, but they're currently closed so they can catch up on their prompts. Posts relatively short (1000-3000 words) one-shots, but pays close attention to canon and is a very careful editor. Generally has at least a few new fics a week, hiatuses notwithstanding, and doesn't write anything explicit or that makes characters act OOC. Family (see below) is definitely their most popular fic. FE14Drabbles Recommended by Robotortoise, Skybrigadier

Synopsis: Welcome to FE14Drabbles. We write short stories about Fire Emblem Fates. We hope you find something you like!

Comments: A writing blog focused on Fire Emblem Fates. Mostly romantic fluff fics, but some contain very silly content. For instance, one of their most popular posts is a romantic dinner date between Leo and a tomato. Requests are open, but not usually for very long at a time, as they fill up fast. Unassuming Venusaur Recommended by: Prejudiced Pizza

Synopsis: Unassuming Venusaur and several other volunteers have written a plethora of fanmade Support conversations between characters who otherwise can't interact in the game. Many of these conversations are accessible in her Gay Fates hack, which, as you can guess, vastly expands the number of gay relationships you can pair (as well as including some new straight pairings like Flora/Jakob.)

Comments: All these supports are known for being very well-written, even expanding upon the characters and their backstories further in the process. Diary of a Wimpy Kris by edgy5ever Prologue Recommended by: Raeknowsrae

Status: Ongoing

Synopsis: New Mystery of the Emblem but in Diary of a Wimpy Kid form.

Tags: Humor, Parody

Comments: This series of summaries of chapters perfectly captures the writing style of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Even the people who hate Kris, found Kris very likeable here. Perfect companion while playing the NME.

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General Fics

Stories focused on the family and the friendly relationships of the cast. Plot-focused stories or light day-in-the-life stories. Pretty much anything that isn't focused on romance.

Awakening

Fates

Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

A Dream That Died by BackForBreakfast Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Synopsis: SoV / Forsyth & Python one-shot. A take on Python's ending if Forsyth dies in Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia.

Comments: A character-driven story detailing what exactly happens in Python's ending if Forsyth dies. A Tear Jerker. Bitter by cesau Recommended by Robotortoise, Leid

Status: Complete

Synopsis: Alm is not the thing Faye can't forget. An alternate take on Faye's epilogue.

Tags: Post-Canon, Angst, Mental Health Issues

Comments: Short but poignant well written take on Faye's PTSD. Firewood by Metallic_Sweet Recommended by Shadow Spectrum

Status: Complete

Synopsis: Mathilda wonders when her heart grew so fraught.

Tags: Post-canon, mourning, gradual friendship.

Comments: Mathilda dealing with the death of Clive after the war ends, including running into Leon who's also lost Valbar. Sideliners by cesau Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Synopsis: Sorry? Did you say 'no'? Forsyth and Python are left behind when the Deliverance marches on Zofia Castle, so they'll just have to create their own adventure.

Or: Alm does a no-recruitment run.

Or: Alm does a no-recruitment run. Tags: Adventure, Humor, Non-Graphic Violence, Bromance

Comments: An adventure/buddy cop fic where Python and Forsyth go on misadventures. Very entertaining, and surprisingly serious. A Road Less Travelled by Pureauthor Recommended by President Brit, Leid

Status: Complete

Synopsis: Alm leaves Ram to lead the Deliverance, leaving Faye behind. When Celica shows up unexpectedly on the doorstep of their sleepy village, Faye takes a chance and decides to travel with the girl she remembers from so many years ago. What will she learn about Valentia, the gods above them, and most importantly, herself?

Tags: Angst, Friendship

Comments: A "what if?" fic that explores what could have happened if Faye joined Celica's party. It explores both Faye's character and her past with and without Celica. Betrayal by DolleyAntoinette Recommended by Nouct

Status: Complete

Synopsis: Zeke recalls the accounts of each month he spent which the Royal Family of Rigel before watching them die. A Historical AU based on the real events of the Romanova Family of Russia.

Comments: A fascinating transplant of Rigel into the final days of Russian Royalty. phoenixflame by elinciacrimea Recommmended by talewind Tropes page

Status: Complete

Synopsis: As the gods' hands shape the earth, so too do their people shape their own fates. To fire, a princess is lost. From fire, a queen is reborn...

Comments: A Fix Fic of Celica's route of the game, tying it closer with the main plot and rerailing some characters. Also features a Celica/Mae romance, though it isn't the focus.

Three Houses

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Pre-Awakening

Shipping Fics

Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.

Awakening

Fates

Midnight Duet by The Erudite Recommended by Robotortoise, Apocrypha

Status: Complete

Pairings: M!Corrin/Azura

Synopsis: There are some considerable perks and downsides to marrying a singer, in fact, sometimes those things are one and the same. Why does everyone around the castle give Corrin and Azura such strange looks on certain mornings? (M!CorrinxAzura, rated T for some suggestive themes. Spoiler-free.)

Tags: Humor/Romance

Comments: A humorous one-shot that explores some of the more ahem, intimate aspects of Azura and Corrins relationship. Suggestive themes. Corrin and Azura are adorably in love here, Niles really just steals the show by...well, being Niles, and it all comes to a humorous (and innuendo-laden) conclusion. Just the sort of thing to lift your mood.

The Westermarck Effect by The Repeat Recommended by Robotortoise, Mosquito Man

Status: Complete

Pairings: Corrin/Elise

Synopsis: If it FEELS like incest, it's gotta be incest. Right? Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest, virtually spoiler-free.

Tags: Romance/Humor

Comments: A creative, funny, well-written one-shot that pokes fun at the idea of Corrin marrying someone hes treated as a sibling for his whole of his life. How, exactly, would a normal person react to someone they'd known their whole life as a sibling suddenly proposing out of the blue? This fic is interesting because it really dissects the idea of Corrin marrying one of their adoptive Nohrian siblings and shows why it could work in the game's setting. It also portrays a somewhat more mature Elise; still funny and a bit childish, but doesn't come across as an actual child.

Snow and Scales by ThatOneGuyThatWrites Recommended by Robotortoise, Karxrida

Status: Complete

Pairings: Corrin/Flora

Synopsis: 30 Day OTP Challenge. Flora x Corrin.

Tags: Romance/Adventure

Comments: A well-written collection of Corrin and Flora drabbles. Very sweet and well-written, though it could use a quick spell check. Even if Corrin x Flora isn't your pairing of choice, these drabbles are still good reads overall, plus it contains one of the cutest Kana and Corrin scenes in Chapter 18. The typos are annoying, but they are infrequent enough that they don't ruin the overall quality. -Karxrida The ending may provide Mood Whiplash, fair warning. The tone moves from fluff to highly bittersweet. But if that's more your style, it'll be a good ride start to finish.

Jealousy by The Apocryphal One Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: M!Corrin/Azura

Synopsis: "I have a tail too, you know," he grumbled. Azura gave him a strange look. "No, you don't."

Tags: Humor/Romance

Comments: A silly humor/fluff one-shot that has Corrin reacting to all the ladies flocking to Kaden's gloriously fluffy tail. All of the characters behave rather realistically for a humor fic. A very funny read. Big Brother Shigure by Nate-kun Recommended by Fireminer, Karxrida, Apocrypha

Status: Ongoing

Pairings: M!Corrin/Azura

Synopsis: In which Shigure must deal with the woes and occasional good times that come with having a cute little sister.

Tags: Humor/Family

Comments: A wonderful family fic that highlights the memorable moments between Shigure and Kana. Guarantee a smile after you've read it. This fic is like the definition of cute. While comedy isn't the main focus, you'll probably still be grinning from reading it. It's just that heartwarming. -Karxrida Thirded. Moments of comedy and heartwarming blend perfectly into an adorable sibling relationship, and despite not making an appearance (yet) their parents still have a background presence that lends itself to the familial feel. Those leery of WIP have nothing to fear here, since each chapter is a "snapshot" moment from an overlying universe that wraps itself up. You'll either be chuckling or cooing when you're done.

Pawn to E4 by cloudwatch Recommended by SuzushinaYuriko

Status: Complete

Pairings: M/M Leo/Takumi

Synopsis: The war between Hoshido and Nohr was over and as the new king of Nohr, Leo discovered that peace after war was much easier achieved than peace of mind. As Leo's situation deteriorates, Takumi is sent to Nohr as an ambassador from Hoshido. Together, they learn to grow and communicate.

Tags: Spoilers for the Birthright Ending, Implied/Referenced Child Abuse, Angst, Falling In Love, Happy Ending, Fluff

Comments: A fic exploring the implications of Leo suffering alone in Birthright's ending and how he moves on. Beginning is quite dark, but it lightens up near the end.

if you could just forgive yourself by littlemachines Recommended by SuzushinaYuriko

Status: Complete

Pairings: M/M Leo/Takumi

Synopsis: A truce, two princes and sixteen pieces on a chessboard. They weren't friends. An exploration of what they are.

Tags: Falling In Love, Enemies to Friends to Lovers, Slow Burn, Happy Ending, Implied/Referenced Child Abuse, Internalized Homophobia, this is a long weird ass chara/rs study, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, based on but doesn't necessarily follow their revelation supports, Hurt/Comfort

Comments: 30,000 words of well-written in-depth analysis of Leo and Takumi's characters and relationship.

Senbonzakura by Rapis-Razuri Recommended by Mosquito Man, Apocrypha, Sodapop2023

Status: Complete

Pairings: Leo/Sakura

Synopsis: As Sakura tries to navigate through the aftermath of the war, she forgets that though the flowers of her namesake are fleeting, the next bloom and the hope it brings is never far away. [Post-Conquest. Sakura-centric. Leo/Sakura]

Tags: Romance/Hurt/Comfort

Comments: Fascinating enough to get a look at a Post-Conquest Hoshido, but Sakura herself is really interesting to follow. There's an air of discomfort in the whole thing, but in the atmospheric sense. Special note to Sakura's internal rant near the end of the first chapter. The romance is handled well too- not too fast, and works up to the point of being believable. If nothing else, it helped me to like the pairing. If you were left unsatisfied by the apparent Easily Forgiven Nohrians in Conquest, this fic will sort that right out. The Nohrians' actions had consequences, and the Hoshidans are not as happy as they pretend to be. Sakura is angry and hurt over what they did to her country, and that is a real hurdle in her relationships with them, especially Leo and Corrin. It's a very well-done transition that doesn't demonize nor whitewash either country. The story is really believable, and I love how the character relationship (especially the arc with Corrin) are presented and developed. The pacing is good, and there are barely any mistakes (I only caught one or two typos). The story feels like it can fit within canon well. It's a worthwhile read!

Single Devotion by Woofemus. Recommended by Ryas

Status: Completed

Pairings: Flora/Female Corrin

Synopsis: A single chapter short story that explores the past and thoughts of Flora, from her childhood in the village of the Ice tribe, to the conclusion of her role in the Birthright side.

Tags: Hoshido | Birthright Route, Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright Spoilers

Comments: An excellent one-shot that delves into the inner conflicts behind the icy maid's professional mask. I thought the author really nailed Flora's character, that of a mere young girl whose various roles have placed numerous burdens on her shoulders. Flora's doubts and self-loathing are conveyed very well, as is her relationship with Corrin, enough that the ending might be a Tear Jerker for some.

Phantoms by ciphersloth . Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Dormant

Pairings: Lucina amiibo/Selena

Synopsis: Severa's new life is interrupted by the appearance of an old friend. ("She could do it. She could kill Lucina. She could save her from another war.")

Tags: Einherjar - Freeform, Hurt/Comfort, Identity Issues

Comments: A phenomenal drama exploring the issues of what makes a person human, the morality of Einherjar, and, of course, love. Even though the ship is complete crack, the author manages to make it feel natural and not forced, with the characters being very natural. I recommend reading this even if you're not a fan of F/F ships, as it explores the concept of humanity and Einherjar brilliantly.

flirtation by valerian . Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: Camilla/Takumi

Synopsis: Camilla teases Takumi by a lake.

Comments: A fluffy, incredibly cute and funny Takumi/Camilla fic. Even though on the surface it's nothing more than her teasing him, the writing is so well-done that I found myself re-reading it over and over again. Absolutely adorable.

How to Lose at Chess (and Win at Love) by SIGF Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: Leo/Sakura

Synopsis: Yes, Sakura might truly be the kingdoms worst chess player but she was also, uncontestedly, the most adorable one. [Written for Leo Saku week 2016]

Comments: A super cute Leo/Sakura fic. Sakura develops an infatuation for the chess pieces, treating them as real people, and Leo reacts accordingly. Cold Feet by TheRepeat Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: M!Corrin/Azura

Synopsis: Now that the war is over, Prince Corrin is getting married! Isn't that exciting? Well, it would be, if everyone and their mother didn't have some sort of reservation about it. Fire Emblem Fates: Revelation oneshot.

Comments: An enthralling yet humorous take on the idea of Corrin and Azura getting married. Corrin and Azura have unresolved feelings, as do other couples, Love, jealousy, and possible betrayal is abound. Surprisingly fresh and original; it doesn't tiptoe over the big issues, either. Save This Moment by Urby Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: M!Corrin/Azura

Synopsis: Corrin would like nothing more than to have a private moment with Azura. Unfortunately, he can't seem to stay completely human when she's in his room.

Comments: An absolutely adorable, somewhat fluffy piece about Corrin struggling to stay, well, human when his special one is nearby. An absolutely precious piece with a very unique and well-executed idea; it's probably THE cutest Azura/Corrin fic I have ever read. We Move Lightly by Urby Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairing(s): M!Corrin/Azura

Synopsis: Azura suggests that Corrin work on controlling his nervous draconic transformation habit at a nearby lake.

Comments: I take my comment on the previous fic back - THIS is the best and cutest Azurin/Corrin fluff I've ever read. I audibly cooed when reading it. Corrin acts very, very human, as does she, regardless of how dragon he may be. Plus, it answers a lot of questions about how Corrin's dragon form works! Currents Through A Flame by [[Okaeri_Kairi]] Recommended by: Prejudiced Pizza

Status: Ongoing

Pairing(s): Azura/Corrin, Laslow/Corrin, Azura/Kaze

Synopsis: "The currents of a river flow onward, resolute, unchangeable. Currents of heat in a flame do not. They flicker, they waver, they burn... until nothing is left but ash." When Nohr and Hoshido go to war, four individuals find themselves torn between their hearts and their obligations. For Kaze, his choice to fight for Nohr has made him into a traitor back in his homeland, and his motives for doing so aren't as pure as he'd like to believe. For Laslow, the war means protecting someone important, though he soon finds his personal feelings getting in the way of his mission. And for Princess Azura, who has been forced to return to Nohr against her will, the longing for home is greater than she can bear.But Princess Corrin's burden is all the more difficult. In choosing Nohr, she's instigated a war against her family, against her adoptive father, and against the ever-present instinct of the dragon that lives in her blood. And when she starts to fall in love with the one person she shouldn't, the strength of her desires threatens to destroy her from within. Tags: War, Unrequited Love, Romance, Drama, Angst, Suggestive Themes When Nohr and Hoshido go to war, four individuals find themselves torn between their hearts and their obligations. For Kaze, his choice to fight for Nohr has made him into a traitor back in his homeland, and his motives for doing so aren't as pure as he'd like to believe. For Laslow, the war means protecting someone important, though he soon finds his personal feelings getting in the way of his mission. And for Princess Azura, who has been forced to return to Nohr against her will, the longing for home is greater than she can bear.But Princess Corrin's burden is all the more difficult. In choosing Nohr, she's instigated a war against her family, against her adoptive father, and against the ever-present instinct of the dragon that lives in her blood. And when she starts to fall in love with the one person she shouldn't, the strength of her desires threatens to destroy her from within. My Wife Is A Dragon by ChronoXtreme Recommended by Mori_no_Majou

Status: Complete

Pairing(s): Leo/Corrin

Synopsis: There were certain things Leo discovered about Corrin after they were married. Certain facts that he hadnt known before, simply because their proximity wasnt close enough to allow it. Or: Leo finds out that there are amazing and tragic aspects of having a wife who can turn into a dragon. Tags: Fluff, Angst, Romance, Hurt/Comfort, Established Relationship

Comments: A really sweet series of one-shots exploring the impact Corrin's being a manakete has on her daily life, as seen through the eyes of everyone's favourite overthinking mage. This fic does an amazing job of expanding on all the perks and conflicts that would come with being a dragon, and showing how the Avatar and their family would adjust to all of it, which were oddly never touched on in the game itself. Some of these stories are angsty, some of them are meditative, some of them are just pure fluff, but they're all just lovely and add so much depth to Corrin's character. Or: Leo finds out that there are amazing and tragic aspects of having a wife who can turn into a dragon.

Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

Pretty Lies and Their Brutal Truths by sesaltmemories Recommended by Fireminer

Status: Ongoing

Pairings: Alm/Celica

Synopsis: Whatever warm feelings Celica had towards him shriveled up in a flash. He was not simply a bystander in this disgusting war, but the person who had planned it from the start. And according to father's news this morning, he was also her fiance.

Comments: If you can get pass the depressing atmosphere, then this story about an AU which Alm was brought up in Rigel, Sofia fell to its neighbor, and Celica was forced to marry Alm would surely entertain you. Be warned, though, there are vivid depiction of sex and torture. by The One Thing They Got Right by SmolPidge Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: Boey/Mae

Synopsis: With the kids fast asleep, Boey and Mae get a chance to discuss everything they've gotten wrong and the one thing they didn't.

Comments: A super sweet fic. Boey and Mae discuss their kids and their relationship together. Absolutely precious. Readiness Not Present by VegabondGloria Recommended by Robotortoise

Status: Complete

Pairings: Boey/Mae

Synopsis: Probably the most adult thing they managed to do was know not to go through with it.

Comments: Boey and Mae try to have sex. Short, sweet, and has a word count that can also be the amount of RAM in your computer. Adult themes, but nothing too intense. by the seashore by PinkHydrangea Recommended by Mandichaos, Karxrida

Status: Complete

Pairings: Tatiana/Zeke

Synopsis: Tatiana hadn't expected to fall in love with the man she'd found by the sea. He hadn't expected to do the same with her. And yet, through thick and thin, they've always wound up together.

Comments: Retells the story of Tatiana and Zeke's romance from when she finds him washed up on the shore up until after their recruitment by Alm. (Assumes that Alm's forces rescue Tatiana, of course.) Not only is it a great, well-developed and absorbing romance, it adds a lot of backstory for Tatiana that really works, and incorporates the few things we do know in canon extremely well. It also includes several original characters who are really done well (especially August), and adds a friendship between Rinea and Tatiana that is totally believable and enjoyable. Rating is Teen, so nothing too explicit. The Price Of Devotion by Pureauthor Recommended by OrangenChan, Leid

Status: Complete

Pairing(s): Alm/Faye

Synopsis: "I'll always be there for you, Alm. No matter what happens. You know that, right? I won't leave you. I won't forsake you. As long as you'll let me, I'll always be by your side. Always."

Tags: Alternate universe - canon divergence, angst, unhealthy relationships

Comments: A "what if?" story that examines what happens if Celica dies near the end of the game, allowing Faye to end up in a relationship with Alm. It gets pretty dark at some points, but the author does an extremely good job of portraying Faye's devotion to Alm and showing just what would've happened if she'd gotten her wish to be with him while sacrificing her desire to go back to Ram Village. A big Tear Jerker, and essentially a Be Careful What You Wish For scenario. Everything Under Heaven by Pureauthor Recommended by Leid

Status: Complete

Pairing(s): Celica/Faye

Synopsis: For everything, there is a season... Alm does not survive the final battle against Duma. Celica is left alone to help rebuild the nation of Zofia - and also to help Faye as the two of them work to move past their grief. And as the seasons change, the two slowly grow closer to each other as well.

Tags: Alternate universe - canon divergence, angst, romance

Comments: A "what if?" story that examines what happens if Alm dies near the end of the game, leaving Celica the task of rebuilding the kingdom alone. Faye stays with her and the two get closer, but having to cope with living in the castle and adapting to life as the Queen's Consort proves to be challenging and Faye still longs for Ram. In a mirror of sorts to the author's other fic about if Alm was the survivor, Celica's relationship differs due to their personalities, but it isn't all sunshine and roses. The Sage and The Saint by Born of Prayers Recommended by Leid

Status: Complete

Pairing(s): Kliff/Faye

Synopsis: Faye thought it was just luck that she could be a Cleric. Kliff knew she had a gift to do so much more. Maybe with a little support he could convince her of that as they followed Celica throughout her journey? (A Faye x Kliff One-Shot)

Tags: Alternate universe - canon divergence, romance

Comments: A "what if?" story that follows Kliff and Faye as they look back on following Celica through her route through a series of supports, each one taking place after one of the major battles as it explores both their past and their feelings towards each other as one tries to cling to the past and the other tries to leave it behind entirely.

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