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~Ao3

The Healer Has The Bloodiest Hands (unfinished, on a slight hiatus but I will get back to it!!!)

He wakes up two days later on a stained mattress in some backstreet doctor’s room in Tijuana. There are twelve stitches on his side, and the wound burns and itches but it doesn’t register fully; what he can’t shake is the phantom feeling of knives sticking out from his back, from his chest, blades cutting everywhere and sliding down his throat.

When Pope turns his head there is no Julia, and there is no J. Deran is by his side, alone, with red eyes and greasy hair so tangled that Pope wonders distractedly if they are going to have to cut it to get rid of the matted locks. His clothes are fucked beyond repair but what hits Pope the most is how he is bent over himself, like he feels so heavy his bones cannot handle the weight. Pope looks around for Craig, to ask him what’s wrong with Deran, but the room is bare and empty.

“Where’s Craig?” Pope croaks.

--

or:

Pope survives and starts a new life under the name of Jack Abbot

~ Smau

Untitled Hucklerabbot Smau (ongoing)

(Also on TikTok in video format!)

The hospital decides to post some pictures of the fundraiser they held after a year from Pittfest. Things get complicated for Dennis Whitaker when his estranged brothers see them

Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3 - Part 4 - Part 5 - Part 6 - Part 7 - Part 8 - Part 9 - Part 10 - Part 11 - Part 12A - Part 12B - Part 13 - Part 14 - Part 15 - Part 16A - Part 16B - Part 17 - Part 18 - Part 19 - Part 20A - Part 20B - Part 21 - Part 22 - Part 23A - Part 23B - Part 24 - Part 25 - Part 26 - Part 27 - Part 28 - Part 29

~Ao3

The Healer Has The Bloodiest Hands

He wakes up two days later on a stained mattress in some backstreet doctor’s room in Tijuana. There are twelve stitches on his side, and the wound burns and itches but it doesn’t register fully; what he can’t shake is the phantom feeling of knives sticking out from his back, from his chest, blades cutting everywhere and sliding down his throat.

When Pope turns his head there is no Julia, and there is no J. Deran is by his side, alone, with red eyes and greasy hair so tangled that Pope wonders distractedly if they are going to have to cut it to get rid of the matted locks. His clothes are fucked beyond repair but what hits Pope the most is how he is bent over himself, like he feels so heavy his bones cannot handle the weight. Pope looks around for Craig, to ask him what’s wrong with Deran, but the room is bare and empty.

“Where’s Craig?” Pope croaks.

--

or:

Pope survives and starts a new life under the name of Jack Abbot

~ Smau

Untitled Hucklerabbot Smau

(Also on TikTok in video format!)

The hospital decides to post some pictures of the fundraiser they held after a year from Pittfest. Things get complicated for Dennis Whitaker when his estranged brothers see them

Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3 - Part 4 - Part 5 - Part 6 - Part 7 - Part 8 - Part 9 - Part 10 - Part 11 - Part 12A - Part 12B - Part 13 - Part 14 - Part 15 - Part 16A - Part 16B - Part 17 - Part 18 - Part 19 - Part 20A - Part 20B - Part 21 - Part 22

Complete:

all shall be well by ShowMeAHero

Rated T - one-shot. No major warnings to flag, and the tags and summary give a very good description for this fic. Just a sweet little sick!fic where Whitaker takes care of Robby.

been running too long (tryna catch by breath) by Resacon1990

Rated T - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Has anybody come across those fics where Robby and Whitaker were already in a relationship pre-canon, and Whitaker was at PittFest with Jake? So think of that premise, the tension, the worry - now swap our protagonists, take away Jake and add Dana and Jack, make it post-canon, add secret relationship, and make it during the 4th of July. That's the fic.

Scrub the Stain by zuzkak

Rated M - one-shot, but also archive-locked (so you're going to need an ao3 account to read this). Warnings: domestic violence, but no infliction of physical violence, emotional manipulation. One of my absolute favourites! Heartbreaking, just so incredibly painful. If you're sensitive to the warnings, I'd maybe avoid this one - but if not, really REALLY worth a read - it's such a unique take on the pairing!

cold veins, warm clothes by oopshenangians

Rated G - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. An addition to the 'Whitaker accidentally wears Robby's hoodie/fleece/jacket' trope. Also, probably one of the few fics where Robby's the one who propositions Whitaker, but doesn't seem internally messed up about the idea.

Crumbs on the workstation (among other things) by LordBlackberry

Rated T - tiny one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Very cute little fic about Whitaker using Robby's workstation.

a kiss with a fist is better than none by Red_Clegane

Rated M - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Secret relationship/situationship; Whitaker get's hurt and has to call Robby - neither of them deal with the fall out well. Misunderstandings galore! Whitaker getting in his head; Robby doesn't know what to do with all the worry he feels for his boy! Angst with a happy ending.

Ground Down by spaghetti576

Rated T - 2 chapters, but a long one - over 50,000 words. Warnings: sexual harassment by a patient, patient death, medical gore. A getting-together fic, and also a bit of a character study. Featuring oblivious!Whitaker and sneaky-but-not-subtle-about-his-feelings!Robby.

yellow stickers and pink scrubs by letmethrowup

Rated G - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Featuring paediatrician!Whitaker, besotted!Robby, and the star of the show - little baby Jane Doe!. Very sweet.

drain the pressure from the swelling by lunastxlla

Rated E - 4 chapters. No major warnings to flag, and the tags and summary make this one pretty self-explanatory. Not much more for me to add, but I'll let you in on this - Robby gets punched (and he deserves it!). Very good read.

i hope they get what they want (i just want you) by loeyDevotee

Rated E - 3 chapters. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Takes place after Robby comes back from his sabbatical; he and Whitaker used to date but, per the 7-week itch lore, they weren't together long and split up before Robby took off. Now he's back, feelings are still there for both parties, and they find their way back to each other.

Tell me you want me. Tell me you're mine by The_fruitysaurus

Not rated - one-shot. No major warnings. Situationship gone wrong - featuring jealous and possessive Robby, but he behaves like a dick before getting there.

ruins of a walled city by Saturn

Rated E - one-shot. Warnings: includes sex work, dubious consent (due to identity related shenanigans). Tags and summary are self-explanatory. Goooood read!

Errare humanum est (sed perseverare diabolicum) by Sini_Malfoy (Moccafountain)

Rated E - 3 chapters. No major warnings to flag. Featuring bruises-like-a-peach!Whitaker, and a Robby who takes possessive advantage of that.

Overkill by lamprimaheart

Rated E - 6 chapters. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Tags and summary are self-explanatory. So many ethical lines are crossed, as per usual with this ship.

secondhand, serendipitous by faultlessly

Rated M - one-shot. A/O/B dynamics. Whitaker thrifts a jacket that was donated by a certain chief attending physician - shenanigans ensue.

Bring Me Back, Tuck Me In by americanadantealighieri

Not rated - 4 chapters. Warnings: suicidal thoughts. Whitaker catches Robby about to do something stupid on the roof and promptly freaks out, decides Robby needs to be on suicide watch and that he's the one that should monitor him. Lines get blurred preettyyy quickly.

Fishing Rotation by morefoul

Rated E - one-shot. Trans Dennis Whitaker; unsafe sex. Abott bails on his and Robby's planned fishing trip - Whitaker joins Robby in his place. Robby takes them to a secluded lake over an hour's drive away, and things get heated. Featuring insights into Whitaker's childhood woes. There's also really beautiful fanart for this fic by 'steebersss' on the clock app!

we need love to relieve pain by lovelyslice

Rated E - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Just straight porn (there'll be a few of those in this list). Also, featuring Whitaker's nipple piercings.

that damn green jacket by blue65

Rated M - one-shot. A/O/B dynamics. Clue's in the title - featuring Robby being a possessive freak and wanting Whitaker in his clothes.

The Whitaker Files by crucifiend

Rated E - one-shot. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Porn, just porn - I cannot stress this enough, this is straight porn! If people are uncomfortable about the use of religious items in sexual acts, I'd stay clear of this one. It will make you laugh, though, in the best way haha

teacher's pet by nefarioushan

Rated E - 6 chapters. No major warnings. Featuring, pretty significantly, McVadi!!!! Glorious fic - the two little pitts scheme to bag the two big pitts, and they succeed! Lots of jealousy, possessiveness, guilt, yearning, and Robby and McKay being perverts - you love to see it.

all the ways back by yaz113

Rated E - 10 chapters. Trans Dennis Whitaker. An addition to the 'Whitaker and Robby hooked up pre-canon' trope, but add a baby! All happens in one day, like the show's format. Some angst, hurt/comfort, a lot of emotions - but happy ending.

After Hours by writingpulse

Rated E - 2 chapters. No major warnings to flag. I'm going to crib the author's notes on this - we've got soft, flustered, inexperienced Whitaker getting utterly annihilated by Robby. Some light dom/sub play, some spitting.

Moonlight Magic by mommyminho

Rated E - one-shot. Trans Dennis Whitaker, consensual somnophilia, watersports, talks on forced pregnancy, talks of non-con. Okay guys, this one's a doozy - might not be everyone's cup of tea, so tread carefully. But just to be very clear - everything's all aboveground.

coming home by hobimoon

Rated E - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Old man Robby discovers he has a breeding kink, but doesn't know such a thing exists, so he freaks out. Very minor angst, but mostly porn. Featuring a delightful little smidgen of mohabbot via enabler!Jack.

cross the shallows by faultlessly

Rated E - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Slight mishap with misplaced meds sends Robby on a rampage, a la Langdon fiasco, leading him to suspect his new favourite - Whitaker. He makes another discovery instead, featuring lace.

monomania by lovelyslice

Rated E - one-shot. A/O/B dynamics, Trans Dennis Whitaker. Whitaker's never been eaten - Robby loves to eat. Do with that what you will. Featuring a very sexy little line of Robby's hands, btw - that definitely stuck with me.

daddy-long-legs by sushishorts

Rated E - 5 chapters. No major warnings to flag. Includes identity porn and a self-aware pervert in Robby. I love this take on the sugar daddy trope - has anybody seen the movie Daddy Long Legs with Fred Astaire? That's conceptually the vibe, but with the added dynamics of Robby and Whitaker. Plus smut.

All Mine (All Yours) by RandomWordsAndStormyDays & SharkNoises

Rated E - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. Despite the smutty tags, this has a sweet premise - established relationship, the boys are taking a weekend trip. Whitaker's got a surprise for Robby that goes down a treat.

sweet as a grape by pyroclasticflow

Rated E - 2 chapters. Trans Dennis Whitaker, under-negotiated breeding kink. I won't lie, I don't actually know if Whitaker did get knocked up in the fic or if they're role playing - I could never quite figure it out. But it's a good one! Also another kinky porn-y fic - no other plot involved.

Bad Habits by I_Weave_Dreams

Rated E - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. I think this might have been one of the first hucklerobby fics I read. I hadn't bookmarked it at first but went back to find it, and bookmark it. Really, really good! A smidgen of toxic!Robby, but toxic in the sense that he has no more fucks to give about optics - he wants his boy and he believes he's given enough of himself to deserve getting what he wants. Featuring a slightly disapproving Jack, who's grappling with his own inappropriate feelings for a resident - but he maybe comes 'round in the end?

wondered what jesus meant (when he said all love was heaven-sent) by grumpynymph

Rated E - 5 chapters. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Another 'Whitaker and Robby hooked up pre-canon' fic, but they keep hooking-up. It, inevitably, gets messy. Featuring a side of mohabbot and garsantos.

do you picture me (like I picture you?) by bnjirsa

Rated E - 7 chapters. Trans Dennis Whitaker, sex work. Tags and summary are self-explanatory - Whitaker has an onlyfans, Whitaker accidentally sends his porn to Robby. Some lies are told, some trust is lost - but these guys will always be down bad for each other, so they figure it out in the end. You'll have to wait until the last chapter for any actual smut.

Anteros, Eternal by alcoholic_irony

Rated T - one-shot. No major warnings to flag. I've got all of this author's hucklerobby fics bookmarked, by the way. Phenomenal writer. This is exploring the red string of fate trope - I think I've read two hucklerobby fics of that genre, this is the only one I bookmarked. Really clever take - an emotional one, will definitely tug on your heartstrings. But happy ending!

Ongoing:

just couldn't fall, till we met (it had to be you) by musetteanddrumss

Rated T - 1/2 chapters, so far. Published on 9th Feb. No major warnings to flag. Set in and around season 2, I believe - really interesting concept. I suppose in every universe Robby would find comfort in Whitaker's presence - this one's no different. Very intrigued to see how this story progresses.

Eyes of a Saint, Hands of a Healer by buffypeppers

Rated E - 6/10 chapters, so far. Published on 15th Jan, last updated on 10th Feb. Attempted sexual assault (not between main characters). Premise is as described via tags and summary - we've got to the part where the boys are living together and getting to know each other. Enjoying it, so far, and looking forward to where the author goes from here!

the rhythm of my footsteps crossing flatlands to you door by poetricraccoon

Rated T - 3/7 chapters, so far. Published on 3rd Feb, last updated on 14th Feb. Trans Dennis Whitaker (but not central to the story). Featuring peds!Whitaker, where Whitaker went with paediatrics after his EM rotation in season 1. A 5+1 trope - looking forward to seeing where this goes!

bug like an angel by indigoswears

Rated E - 12/13 chapters, nearly done! Published on 28th Jan, last updated on 12th Feb. Mutual flirtation, intimacy, unresolved sexual and romantic tension - but Robby decides to be a coward and fucks off on his sabbatical. He comes back to his senses, though!

Guys my age by Byawns

Rated E - 8/12 chapters, so far. Published on 1st Feb, last updated on 10th Feb. Warnings: some suicidal ideation. Another 'Whitaker and Robby meet before season 1' vibe, but not for the purposes of hooking-up. Instead, Robby takes Whitaker in and takes care of him.

Cherry Red and White (Anonymous author)

Rated M (I think will venture into E territory) - 4/5 chapters, so far. Published on 28th Jan, last updated on 8th Feb. Robby and Whitaker's dad are school friends - Whitaker comes to stay with Robby while he checks out colleges in Pittsburgh. Seems fine, yes? Well... This one toes the line on inappropriate behaviour - there's pseudo-incest at play, Whitaker is nineteen at the start. Nothing outright sexual has happened between the two just yet, but it's veering in that direction. They're both very aware of their actions and wants, but this may not be everyone's cup of tea - so, again, be sensible.

This Was Supposed to Be Temporary by eddiebeginsagain

Not rated - 11/? chapters, so far. Published on 26th Jan, last updated on 10th Feb. No major warnings to flag. The premise is about Robby asking Whitaker to house-sit while he's away on his sabbatical. I'm really enjoying it, so far. There's a pet fish called Doris - she's important. Really worth checking out.

Your Forever Is All That I Need by SpacedOut

Rated E - 6/? chapters, so far. Published on 27th Jan, last updated 9th Feb. Warnings: attempted sexual assault via drugging, not between main character. Texting the wrong number premise - Robby and Whitaker come across each other pre-season 1 and, I imagine, fall in love! Another change from canon is that Whitaker and Sanots know each other too - they're already roommates. No homeless arc.

The Nose Knows by yaz113

Rated E - 7/8 chapters. Published on 22nd Jan, last updated on 12th Feb. A/O/B dynamics, Trans Dennis Whitaker. Whitaker finds baby Jane Doe, and he and Robby imprint on her (I think that's the term?). Pre-relationship, but mutual feelings are already there. It's a look into how they get together and going through the processes of getting to keep the baby.

a sweet escape (take me away) by yaz113

Rated M - 3/? chapters. Published on 5th Feb, last updated on 12th Feb. Companion piece to the above, so same warnings apply. Basically, what would happen if Whitaker and Robby decide to steal the baby instead? You'll have to read 'The Nose Knows' to understand this one.

know you're not alone (i'm gonna make this place your home) by basicallyiwriteshit

Rated T - 23/25 chapters. Published on 18th Jan, last updated on 15th Feb. A/O/B dynamics. Robby offers his place for Whitaker to hang out in for a few hours after shifts, due to Garsantos escapades at his and Santos' place - Whitaker has a sensitive sense of smell, and he can't sleep at their place when Garcia's around. Lots of miscommunication, misunderstandings, hurt feelings ensue.

Obsession & Other Sins by N1co_R

Rated E - 1/7 chapters. Published on 19th Jan. No major warnings to flag, but Robby is a bit of a perv here. Robby is fixated on a sex-cam worker that he's been watching for some time - when he meets Whitaker, he starts to notice him in a similar way. Robby doesn't know that Whitaker and the sex worker are one-in-the-same. But, nonetheless, Robby's thoughts and feelings for the two start to merge. Only one chapter for this fic, so far - intrigued to see where it goes.

A Height, A Drive, A Burden by wrldbeyond

Not rated - 5/? chapters. Published on 29th Dec, last updated on 1st Feb. No major warnings to flag. Set pre-season 1 - Whitaker, after dropping out of theology studies, messages pre-med forums for advice, and Robby responds. He ventures out to Pittsburgh for college, and comes across some troubles of the financial kind. There's been no sharing of real names etc, so I have a feeling there will be some hidden identity underway.

The Rat-Catcher by zuzkak

Rated M - 11/22 chapters. Published on 6th Dec, last updated on 15th Feb. Warnings: graphic description of violence. Fantasy AU! I don't actually want to give any more away on this - the tags and summary give enough of a description. But I will implore anyone who hasn't read this yet, to please give it a go! It's very good.

I'll Be Here to Help (Over and Over Again) by PoeticPatron

Rated M - 2/? chapters. Published on 8th Nov, last updated on 3rd Jan. A/O/B dynamics. Whitaker hides that he's an unmated omega and gets caught by HR - Robby comes up with the brilliant idea of pretending to be in a relationship as a workaround. Looking forward to seeing where the fic goes!

heaven's off the table by whisper (uhuraprime)

Rated E - 9/? chapters. Published on 24th Dec, last updated on 8th Feb. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Both parties struggle with their desires for the other and resort to other measures - there's some mistaken identity that get's resolved pretty quickly, and some reservations that fall apart even quicker. A fun read, so far!

the weather outside is frightful by Peripatetic3

Rated M - 1/7 chapter. Published on 29th Jan. This is the only version of Whitaker being in touch with Amy Miller that I can get on board with. But, yes! This story includes the Millers - Teddy Miller is also alive! They invite both Robby and Whitaker over for Christmas at the farm, unbeknownst to each other. The premise also includes 'only one bed'! I am anxiously awaiting further updates to this!

Feeding me Charm (In Miniature Measures) by largepeachicedtea

Rated E - 1/? chapters. Published on 24th Dec. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Premise is set out in detail in the chapter notes, but essentially Whitaker is Jake's babysitter and meets Robby while Jake's hanging out over at his place. Attraction, want, guilt all play a role.

The Knife, the Gun, & the Fire, or all the ways you hurt me by doelexed

Not rated - 3/? chapters. Published on 21st Dec. Trans Dennis Whitaker. So, the Robby/Whitaker is a past relationship in this, but I imagine some exploration of that relationship would be included in potential future chapters - but I was really intrigued by the original character. Hope there'll be more updates soon!

happy hanukkah, dr. robinavitch by systema_naturae

Rated E - 2/5 chapters. Published on 16th Dec, last updated on 20th Jan. A/O/B dynamics, references to antisemitism. I'm liking this one, so far - as per the author's notes, it'll be exploring Robby's childhood and relationship to his religion, which I'm looking forward to reading more on.

My Heart Like Paper (Your Heart Like Flame) by alcohol_irony

Rated E - 4/5 chapters. Published on 25th Nov, last updated on 17th Dec. Warnings: suicidal ideation and attempt. Ranch AU. My god, this one will hurt. It is so good, though - tags and summary are descriptors enough. Really worth a read - it's written so beautifully. And, actually, worth reading again, just to really take in the detail.

A Lake in Nebraska by illiter8ted

Rated E - 17/20 chapters. Published on 24th July, last updated on 13th Feb. Warnings: some explicit references to homophobic language and assault. I've seen recommendations of this fic floating around on different apps - well deserved recommendations. Very interesting take on the 'sharing one room' trope - lots of internal conflicts, guilt, exploration of desires. I haven't quite caught up to the recent updates myself - so, excited to do that!

medical miracle by Annhermy

Rated M - 3/? chapters. Published on 13th Nov, last updated on 20th Nov. No major warnings to flag. I've really enjoyed this fic, so far - but I don't really know where it's going or what the premise is going to be. What I specifically enjoyed is how the author describes the dynamics between the characters - whether it be Robby/Whitaker, the Pittlings, Samira/Jack (which is particularly delightful, btw). It hasn't been updated in a while, but I hope it will be soon.

fluorescent angel under ultraviolet lights by dutch (itsevanffs)

Rated E - 3/4 chapters. Published on 13th Nov, last updates on 20th Dec. Trans Dennis Whitaker, watersport. Another one that might not be everyone's preferred reading material - but I thought it was super fun and sexy. Premise is another take on the 'Robby and Whitaker hook-up pre-season 1' trope - I enjoyed it (made me blush and giggle).

By Law, His Husband by otp4ever

Not rated - 8/? chapters. Published on 12th Nov, last updated on 28th Dec. No major warnings to flag. Whitaker's family are shitty to the extreme; Robby does something morally and ethically just, but legally ill-advised - they get married to workaround both problems. Very interested in seeing how this develops.

i'm just a little bit insane ('cause i think i see you everywhere) by fingerstripesofchaos

Rated E - 5/8 chapters. Published on 12th Nov, last updated on 24th Jan. No major warnings to flag - but be mindful of the tags. I think this might have been my first exposure to the 'Pervert Michael Robinavitch' tag, in such an explicit way! Like, there's no excuse for his behaviour in this fic, he is so fucked in the head when it comes to Whitaker - he's lucky Whitaker's just as gone for him. Featuring horrified-yet-enabling!Jack (because of course).

fever under fluorescents by writingpulse

Rated E - 11/? chapters. Published on 29th Oct, last updated 11th Feb. A/O/B dynamics, intersex!Whitaker. Whitaker's omega imprints on Robby's alpha - he keeps it to himself but makes himself sick in the process. A long journey of self-inflicted pain and hurt - but they get on the same page eventually.

Binary Stars by vampybit3s

Rated E - 17/22 chapters and archive locked. Published on 28th Oct, last updated on 12th Feb. Trans Dennis Whitaker. Summary and tags are self-explanatory - but I would semi-describe this along the lines of Robby not letting himself have good things, and that comes back to bite him in the arse.

Series:

(I'm not going to try and summarise these ones, myself, because they're multiple fics - but they're all worth checking out. I cannot stress enough how fantastic all of these series are!)

joshua 1:9 by cold_cereal

Rated E - 2/3 parts.

Unprofessional Development by DictionaryWrites

Rated E - 10/? parts

Strangers to (?) by DrottenDrottzen

Rated E - 6/? parts

Anatomy Of Want by alcoholic_irony

Rated E - 2/? parts

but you know i'm worthy by sargeantwolf

Take It or Leave It by @icezansky

If he’s honest with himself (and he rarely is, when it comes to this) a secret part of him can admit what he won’t ever say aloud: he’d get on his knees for Pete “Maverick” Mitchell for far less than the promise of quiet weeknights.

I'm usually a hard sell on AU fics, but this one just absolutely nailed it. Both Ice and Mav are excellently characterised, the smut is super hot, and it just leaves me wanting for more.

the cure i know (that soothes the soul) by @eighteaseven

Mav had been leaning against the open bar when he heard some twenty-something kid ask his friend who the old man was. And with a smarmy, disrespectful little smirk, the kid tilted his head in Mav's direction and answered, “Oh, him? That’s Kazansky’s wife,” and his friend laughed at the answer. - Or; Maverick figures out what it means to live as the partner of the Secretary of the Navy.

Old! Men! In! Love! I love fics that focus on the two of them figuring out how to shape their lives around each other, what they're willing to prioritise and what they're willing to give up and what they aren't, so this was just such a great treat for me personally <3

Separation by @elwenyere

Ice has a security deposit box at a storage facility under a false name. There isn’t much in it - no tax records or family heirlooms - just three letters from a boy he met at summer camp, a blurry Polaroid of a man’s back stretched out against motel sheets, and a copy of Nan Goldin’s The Ballad of Sexual Dependency.

Rolling around in this one forever. I love fic that leans into the historical ins and outs of the eras that a canon is set in, and this does that so well, blending in the characters to the historical backdrop of the 80s. Elwen's writing is so raw and beautiful, if you haven't read her works before, I can only heartily recommend that you start now.

Kings of the Air by @fabula-rasa

Fighting and fucking: two things he did extraordinarily well. How could he have known what the effect would be when you combined the two?

This one really sets the tone for what icemav fic should be. Truly grateful that this one got posted for us all to enjoy. The ups and downs feel very in character, and are all so very worth it.

What You Don’t Know by chemm80

Maverick finds Iceman handcuffed to his bed. He has a hard time getting over it.

This plays in the universe of the above fic, and does it beautifully. The expansion of the world and the characters is so good - I love how Ice and Mav speak to each other and how they revolve around each other here.

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother by V_Evergreen

Five meetings between Thomas Kazansky and Ethan Hunt.

I love this fic so much!!! The interactions between Ice and Ethan, Ethan and Mav, and Mav and Ice all hit so good. The dialogue is spot on and each chapter is absolutely perfect, and usually very funny. Great combination <3

Granted by copacet

One of the people Maverick had never managed to get along with was his previous commander, a clash of personalities which had worried Iceman greatly at first but which turned out to be a boon: when the time had finally come, the man agreed to transfer Maverick to Iceman’s own command with obvious relief. “You want that insubordinate sonuvabitch?” he’d said. "Hell, better you than me." Iceman agreed. (Or: a decade after their first meeting, five times Maverick requests Iceman's permission to do something, and five times Iceman gives it.)

Ice and Mav are so sweet here, and so very in love - the back and forth between them is so good, the little moments that make up a relationship depicted softly and perfectly.

3am by @icemankazansky

Iceman Kazansky took "me time" how and where he could get it.

Carly's fics are always so full - full of life, full of breadth, full of movement and heart. This fic manages to say so, so much about Ice, and about Ice and Mav's relationship as well. I hold it very close to my heart.

sweet nothings by @dannykaffee

Ice takes Mav on a little trip.

Mav gets treated well by his boyfriend!! You love to see it!! Strawberries, cream, a get away to a lake, what else can you ask for.

take any form by elizabethgee

Ice gets a call that Maverick has gone MIA.

The hurt/comfort here is so good! Ice thinking that Mav is in danger, that he's MIA and has to hide how he's feeling from everyone, yeah that's the good stuff.

Morning Cuddles by SharaRaizel

A 5+1 fic of IceMav through the years. 5 times Maverick had to put effort into keeping Iceman in bed and 1 time he didn't.