#familiar!dean

Used this as an excuse to draw cat familiar dean and witch castiel from my fic, Part Of Me!

Beware the Wanderers by SillyBlue [Teen and Up, 3k words]

Whenever one of the elusive Wanderers came through the village, Castiel's mother would try to hide him away. All his life Castiel has been told the scary stories: Wanderers stole hearts and left people to die. Castiel knew to be cautious around them. When one particular Wanderer visited to purchase goods from Castiel, he intended to guard his heart well. But it proved to be easier said than done, because Dean was incredibly charming.

Cursed Or Not by Ltleflrt [Explicit, 115k words]

While experimenting with magic when he was a kid, Sam accidentally cursed Dean. Now, Dean is forced to wear a spelled amulet constantly, or he'll turn into a random animal. For a little over a decade, he's learned to live with the curse, and has even found it useful in some cases, but he sure would be happier without it. When he meets a witch named Castiel, he's offered a deal. Instead of assuming all witches are bad, Dean can spend a season getting to know him. If at the end of the season, Dean still thinks he's evil Castiel will send him away with his memory wiped of the whole experience. But if he learns that Castiel is not the monster Dean assumes he is, he'll lift Dean's curse. It's an offer Dean can't bring himself to pass up.

Enchanted Tea Emporium by mazenoodle, violue [Teen and Up, 10k words]

As an experienced witch, Castiel has seen many captivating sights in his life. However, nothing he's seen has ever had him quite as entranced as the sight of the man in the flower shop across the road, unloading items from the back of a truck.

Evidence of Dark Magic by hollyblue2 [Teen and Up, 3k words]

When researching a remedy for a client, Castiel finds that it's not what it first seems... which means a trip to the council and Dean and Castiel end up with more than they bargained for.

Forbidden Fruit by Kitmistry, PieDarling [Teen and Up, 92k words]

There’s one thing ingrained into every vampire’s brain since they were born: Never trust a witch. But with rogue vampires threatening to expose all of them to the humans, and Men of Letters rallying against them, Alpha vampire John Winchester has to do the unthinkable: ask the witches for help. Dean follows his father on the trip to meet with the High Priest despite the bloody history between their people. What he doesn’t expect is the undeniable attraction between him and the High Priest’s brother. Castiel is surprised when the Alpha’s son appears at his window in the middle of the night, but Dean is funny and charming, and quickly gets on his good side. When Dean is arrested for an attempt on Michael’s life barely an hour after he’s left Castiel’s room, Castiel has to decide who he trusts more: his brother or his gut? After generations of bloodshed and war, will a common enemy be enough to unite their families?

Just Your Heart, In Exchange For Mine by noxsoulmate [Mature, 46k words]

Dean owns a bakery and Castiel loves his pie. This could be such a cute little bakery love story – if it weren’t for the fact that one was a retired hunter and the other one a powerful witch. There’s also the matter of the black little cat Dean finds in front of his bakery one cold and rainy night. Not to forget the crazy witch on the loose, ripping out other witches’ hearts.

Moonflower by K_K_TiBal [Teen and Up, 18k words]

Castiel is not a very good witch. He's just not. He struggles with potions, illusions, divination - everything that makes a witch respectable, and his familiar - Dean - definitely deserves better than him. When Dean falls under a curse that seems to affect his shape-shifting abilities, Castiel and Dean begin to run out of money, and Castiel decides the best thing they can do is go after a rare Moonflower to help get themselves back on their feet. The journey could be dangerous, especially considering Castiel's less-than-ideal abilities and Dean's curse, but with a little luck, it will all be worth it in the end.

Seven Minutes in Hell by stardustpaths [Mature, 12k words]

A poster next to the door seemed to mock Dean, with its bright pink letters SPEED DATING and LOVE AT FIRST SIT laughing in his face. Right. Like you could actually find love after talking to someone for seven minutes. One night stand? Sure. But love was a whole different thing. Speed dates usually last from three to eight minutes. This one took Dean and Cas almost twenty four hours.

Strawberry Moon by casblackfeathers [Explicit, 97k words]

As a child, Castiel used to fall asleep with his mother telling him bedtime stories of the prophecy she had foreseen for him — how the Strawberry Moon would one day reveal the familiar he was destined to be with. However, it’s been twelve years since the heart-wrenching day Castiel last saw the one he hoped was meant for him, and at twenty-eight, with his magic quickly dwindling, he knows better than to keep believing in such foolish dreams. Castiel's resolve falters with the return of his long-ago teenage crush, Dean. The familiar’s evergreen eyes and rainbow aura are still as captivating, but his past is shrouded in mystery, one that could hold the answer to what drove them apart all those years ago. Maybe the peculiar tabby cat who seems to have taken a liking to Castiel is what it takes to make Castiel believe in the moon with shades of pink again.

Such Familiar Magic by saltnhalo [Explicit, 26k words]

When solitary witch Castiel finds an injured dog unconscious in his garden, he takes it in. He's expecting to heal it, look after it for a few days, then perhaps return it to its owners. He's not expecting it to be one of the strongest familiars he's ever met.

The Return Policy by castielrisingabove [Mature, 32k words]

What's the worst spell an asexual witch like Castiel could cast? Turns out it's the kind that gets him accidentally bonded to an incubus named Dean. Now, Castiel's stuck on a road trip with a sex demon companion as the unlikely pair search for another way to break the bond.

Unbound by through_shadows_falling [Explicit, 85k words]

In a world where Witches and Familiars depend on each other to survive, Dean Winchester remains Unbound, and his magic—and life—is dwindling. Dean has accepted his fate, even if his family hasn't. After all, what can he do about it? But then a man stumbles into his life who just might be Dean's Witch, but for some mysterious reason, refuses to Bond. On top of that, there's trouble brewing on the horizon, and it seems that Dean's caught right in the thick of it. Can Dean convince the stranger that they need each other, before it's too late for the both of them—and their world?

Unfamiliar by riseofthefallenone [Explicit, 29k words]

Cas practices darker magic and the gov't doesn't like it. They do more than necessary inspections on his facility.

Dean is being punished and gets assigned to difficult cases. He ends up at Cas' place. Once Dean gets a taste of his magic he realizes he's Cas' familiar.

It changes things for them both. Dean entering his life, brings visions Cas has had to a reality.

They grow together with the pending premonition of Cas' hovering closer and closer.

...Cas thinks his dog jokes are hilarious. 

I’ve been meaning to finish this forever and it just never worked the way I wanted it, but here it is nonetheless, just in time for Halloween. It’s inspired by @saltnhalo ‘s just incredible fic Such Familiar Magic, which I adore. I couldn’t stop picturing these two putzing around the garden, and magicking pumpkins into giant jack-o-lanterns. (For context, this fic features Witch!Cas and DogFamiliar!Dean). 

*continues ignoring the canon angst and draws fluffy fanart*

Presenting my third and final art master post for @perfectpairbang 2020 – illustrations for Wild Touch by @quillsandink-writes !

Since September, we’ve been brainstorming, outlining, and tossing WIP bits and pieces back and forth at each other. Quills has become a great friend, and has been an awesome collab partner from the start. I’m so glad we were matched up for this bang. At long last, it’s time to share our project! While we plotted the story together, all art is by me, and all finished writing is by Quills. ♥

If you like Destiel, Witch/Familiar stories, psychic bonds, hurt/comfort, shapeshifting Dean, soft trust building, nature-based witchcraft, smut with feels, cameos by canon characters in an AU, this is the fic for you.

Summary: Castiel is a clumsy witch with a famous bloodline who never seems to get a spell right. Dean is an unattached familiar who stumbles his way through life seeking a purpose.

Pairing: Castiel Novak/Dean Winchester

Characters: Dean Winchester (young and present age), Castiel Novak (young and present age), Sam Winchester (witch), Gabriel (witch), Charlie Bradbury (familiar)

Tags: @cateyes315​ @omrj007 @halevetica​ @dmsilvisart​ @bluebell-24​ @justa-crayon​ @didntwanderstillgotlost​ @daisyannewinchester @lillycopen548​ @apieceofurmind

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

Chapter Twelve

Chapter Thirteen

On ao3

A ficlet written by sapphirecobalt

Rating: Teen & up

WC: 1,243

Warnings: N/A

Tags: Witch Cas, Familiar Dean, Creature fic, Alternate Universe - No Humans

Excerpt:

Dean hopped off of Cas' lap and onto the table and grabbed some candy in his mouth before jumping off the table and delivering it to the siren in question. The little siren and his older brother watched as Dean walked up to them. The little boy seemed apprehensive and Cas felt bad. Perhaps he had gone too far with the scary decorations? He wanted to make the little siren feel better and remembered sirens loved music.

He closed his eyes and pictured what he wanted to happen. His eyes lit up and he felt the magic coursing through his veins as he cast the spell.

They did the mash

They did the Monster Mash

Dean always accompanies Castiel when he goes to pick herbs. There’s no need for it, as the woods around their cabin are warded against evil, but Dean is protective and Castiel enjoys indulging him.

He’s in wolf form as they go out, running ahead of Castiel to burn off some excess energy. He returns to Castiel after a couple of minutes, trotting alongside him, and Castiel takes the opportunity to watch him.

Dean is an impressive wolf: thick, grey fur covering a strong body, a shine to it that indicates a healthy diet, and a set of teeth powerful enough to tear through flesh and bone. His eyes are green, the same as his human eyes, and the only indicator of his otherworldly nature.

As a wolf, Dean is beautiful.

As a human, he is breathtaking.

They reach their destination and Castiel is distracted from his observations. It’s a large clearing, the sunlight shining through unhindered by the crowns of the trees that keep most of the forest in shadow. A large field of St. John’s wort grows at the edges of this clearing, just what Castiel’s newest batch of potions are missing.

He gets to work, paying no mind to Dean, who takes the opportunity to wander off and chase small rodents around the forest floor. Dean has no interest in herbs or potions but that suits Castiel just fine. He doesn’t need an assistant, and Dean is good company regardless of their different interests. 

Castiel fills two pouches of flowers, taking care not to take too much from any one spot. As a witch, he’s always been taught to keep harmony with nature and not disturb it any more than necessary. 

Finally satisfied, Castiel stands and looks around for Dean. When he spots him, his mouth goes instantly dry.

Dean isn’t in his wolf form anymore.

He’s lying in the grass, propped up on his elbows with his face turned upwards and eyes closed as he bathes in the golden afternoon sunlight completely naked.

It isn’t the first time Castiel has seen him naked - Dean prefers not to wear clothes when he needs to shift back and forth quickly - but it never fails to stun him. Dean is so lovely, all lithe muscles, long, graceful limbs, and soft skin strewn with freckles. 

Mesmerized, Castiel approaches him slowly, careful not to make any sounds to avoid disturbing him. Dean’s ears twitch anyway, his senses still those of a wolf. He tilts his head down and opens his eyes, smirking when he sees Castiel.

“C’mere,” he says softly, and Castiel is helpless to resist.

He stumbles a little as he gets down to his knees, feeling clumsy compared to Dean’s effortless grace as he sits up, grabs Castiel’s shoulder and tugs him in. 

They don’t kiss. Dean tucks his nose against Castiel’s throat and scents him, and Castiel lets him, putting one hand on Dean’s naked hip to steady himself, feeling dizzy at the feeling of Dean’s hot breath against his skin.

After a long moment, Dean pulls away. He doesn’t remove his hand from Castiel’s shoulder, doesn’t ask Castiel to stop touching him.

“We should go home,” Castiel says. “Before the flowers dry out.”