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“You must get asked that a lot,” Isak says. “‘What are we?’” Even bites his lip. “They do ask me that.” “What do you answer?” “I don’t usually.” The boat rocks again as Isak squints. “What would you answer now if I asked you?” “Are you asking me seriously this time?” “Yeah,” Isak says, his mouth staying slightly open in a way that feels both challenging and vulnerable. Even’s brain floods with images, playing like a reel of unused footage. Moments where Isak was at the piano smiling to himself, in that twin bed, his back to Even, his hand making a bunny shape. His eyes in the sun. His sharp words, the soft ones. Yelling when they got wet in the rain. Racing on his bike. His arms around Even. His laughter. His lips close. The heat of his secret room. Reaching on his tiptoes for that key. Each image is blurry and out of focus. Useless to the story, it would never sell, but priceless to Even. To him, they’re the best parts. Isak and the things only Even saw. Each moment. Belonging to him.

Chapter 15 of ✨Superstar✨: Mostly Rainbows by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor is now up on AO3. Written for the 2024 @skambigbang and featuring phenomenal art from @parallel-univers.

“You were my idol,” Isak begins, eyes flicking up. “When I was 10.” “Burn.” “I wanted to be you but also be your friend. And then…” Isak scrunches up his face, closing his eyes in the process, and opens one again. “A few years later, I realized that I also wanted to be with you.” “So I assisted in your gay awakening?” Isak’s gaze turns baleful. “Yeah.” “I’m honored. And… a little turned on?” There’s Isak’s joyful laugh. Even props his face up, his palm cupping his chin. “Obviously, I want every dirty detail.” “Fuck off, you’re not getting shit.” Isak licks his lower lip. “It’s funny.” “What is?” “This doesn’t feel as embarrassing as it should.”

Chapter 14 of ✨Superstar✨: Chill is now up on AO3. Written by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor for the 2024 @skambigbang.

Eva, Isak and Jonas race on ahead, laughing and smack-talking, and Even follows them lazily, winding back and forth on the otherwise empty road. He knows that all this should feel more melancholy. Isak isn’t his to kiss but Even doesn’t feel like he’s losing, like he did when he pined for Mikael. There was this distance between their friendship and all the feelings Even had to keep to himself. It felt so lonely. He doesn’t feel lonely now. He’s not sure he understands why that is. Up ahead, Isak stops, balancing himself with one sandaled foot tip-toeing the road. He looks over his shoulder. Waiting for Even to catch up.

Chapter 13 of ✨Superstar✨: Facts is now up on AO3. By @ghostcat3000 and @irazor, written for the 2024 @skambigbang.

Every bone in Even’s body is urging him to walk over, to make Isak scowl at his bruise. Or touch it. Even won’t mind if it hurts, not at all. But he won’t; Even’s going to give him his space. Isak looks up, and his stare hits like warmth. Even raises his hand, waves, and gets a nod back. Nothing more. Definitely give him space. Until dinner break, at least.

Chapter 12 of Superstar: Your Best Friend is now up on AO3. Written by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor for the 2024 @skambigbang.

“We’ll be starting up social media accounts this week," Khalila says. "Ivar and I were looking at other shows’ Instagrams, and I’ve been planning some fun behind-the-scenes content. Meet-the-cast reels. A countdown to opening. Maybe something explaining what the musical is about.” Linn forcefully spears a piece of fruit. “That’s good. I’m sick of having to explain that this isn’t a religious show.” She stops and frowns. “Why is the table shaking?” “Even, you must be an expert at this,” Khalila says. “Will you help us?” Even peels the banana, casually keeping an eye on the people coming and going into the cafeteria. “Hmm? Sure. ” “Great. We can use all sorts of ideas.” “I’ve got those,” he says distractedly. “Do either of you know how old Isak is?” Linn thinks. “I think he’s a ‘99. Why?” “Just curious,” Even says and finishes the fruit in four decisive bites.

Chapter 11 of ✨Superstar✨: Ask me what I want is up now on AO3. By @ghostcat3000 and @irazor, written for the 2024 @skambigbang.

In the foyer, Even finally checks his phone only to find about two hundred notifications from the 🔥squad group chat, coordinating tonight’s festivities. Magnus asking a hundred questions about what to get Isak until Isak curtly reminds him that he’s in the chat, Aksel saying he’s bringing wine and Jonas saying, yo bro, take the beer instead, Isak doesn’t like wine. Followed by a photo of Mahdi, Bødvar, and Isak in the lake. Isak, wet hair plastered to his face and neck, grins at the camera. He’s all trim, tight torso; the band of his red swimming trunks is visible above the surface of the water. If Even were there, he’d be compelled to dunk him. He wonders if Isak would laugh or glower in response. Both of those imaginary Isaks are equally amusing—which is a startling thought. That, no matter how Isak reacts, it won’t change how Even will respond. With easy, uncomplicated enjoyment. But Isak hates wine.

Chapter 10 of ✨Superstar✨ is now up on AO3, by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor, written for the 2024 @skambigbang.

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“Is Bodie into gaming?” Even asks. Slowly, Isak turns his head, an incredulous expression on his face. “Bodie?” “Your boyfriend.” Even knocks his knee into Isak’s. “Is he? A gamer?” The corner of Isak’s mouth pulls up ever so slightly. It’s fascinating to witness how quickly his face can transform. From polite, near-cautious, to so present. Right here. “Bødvar,” Isak says, his voice filled with the utmost patience, “enjoys sports.”

Chapter 9 of Superstar by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor is now up on AO3. Enjoy!

Back when he was in Hei Briskeby, Even loved to explore the cities they visited, even if it was only for a couple of hours. Usually, he and Mikael were the only ones who would ask if they could go visit a site or two. A few times, they snuck out—like the time they went to Montmartre to see the facade of the Moulin Rouge and met an incredibly tall Native American tour guide who helped them find their way back to the Metro. Their tour manager nearly had a heart attack, but it was worth it. For a long time, getting lost in a beautiful city with no plan, meeting cool people, was the most beautiful thing Even could think of. Hamar is not Paris, not by a long shot, but it’s not terrible.

From Chapter 8 of Superstar: A Flash of Green by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor, written for the 2024 @skambigbang and up now on AO3.

“What’s wrong with Dire Straits?” Magnus objects. “My mom loves them! Money for nothing, chicks for free!” He shakes his head forcefully and starts playing an invisible guitar mid-air. How Magnus is this awake, Even has no idea. For him, there hadn't been many hours of rest. After returning from his late night drive, Even had run into some party stragglers on the second floor, Gregard among them, and quickly ducked out and up to his rooms. Sleep came late, but as usual, he woke up before the alarm. He’d had the showers all to himself this morning, at least.

From Chapter 7 of Superstar: Brothers in Arms by @ghostcat3000 and @irazor. Up now on AO3.