#katbelle

A POV character is something we, as readers, often take for granted. It's easy to assume that it's the protagonist, and if it's the protagonist they're the one things are happening to: simple. Maybe not so simple. In Katbelle's "a day like any other", this choice is deliberate. The fic challenges our expectations in the best way as it presents to us an evolving puzzle as we follow Matt through his day. And then the next. And then the next. Well-placed clues allow us to build up some idea of what's happening long before Matt is able to, and when he finally catches up to us, the results are devastating. For those who enjoy an unconventional take on a tried-and-true trope or are otherwise in the mood for an emotional walloping.

a day like any other (4485 words) by Katbelle Summary: Matt has a good day. Nothing whatsoever goes wrong. It’s a bright and early summer morning – and it’ll be a beautiful sunny day, they really are having a heatwave – the birds in the tree outside of his office window are chirping happily, the motion to extend he filed in court three days ago was approved, and in the office next to his, Karen’s phone is ringing. He had an egg sandwich from that fancy new corner café for breakfast – still has a bit of it stashed in his bag – and nothing hurts. Literally. Literally nothing hurts him.

Anon here are a couple of fics with Erik as headmaster:

lost are the words (I still love you) by Katbelle [Cherik, PG, Possible Character Death]

Erik, sometimes, has troubles staying awake. Being a headmaster of a mutant school is exhausting enough, but add to that balancing the delicate human-mutant peace, being part of Team Badass (current headcount: three members) that makes sure said peace is not threatened, cheesecake-induced indisgestion and - most importantly - being a father to an overly active ten-year-old, and no one should be surprised by that.

So. Sometimes, Erik has troubles staying awake. Sometimes, though, he wishes he had troubles sleeping.

Notes: This fic is a sequel to what a lovely way (of saying how much you love me) by Katbelle. It’s not absolutely necessary to read it first, but it will help you understand the context. Mind the tags!

What's a Not Gay Way to Ask Him to Go Camping with Me? by scurator, seutedeern[Cherik, NC17]

Erik is the headmaster of Westchester Private School for Gifted Youngsters. Charles is the new teacher, fresh from university.

Erik is known for his draconian character streaks and he's got such a dry sense of humour, it's almost dusty.

He can't just leave, no matter how much he wants to, no matter how pissed and angry at Matt he is.

Foggy stays with Matt the whole day after Matt's fight with Nobu and the outing of his secret. This is what  happens when the camera isn't on them.

This is a hard fic, but that’s perfect. It’s as it should be since the events in question are hard shit. Go read it.Then read some fluff, maybe. Hug your loved ones.

complete @ 12 000 words

nelson & murdock

I’ve never read any stories where Erik has a sister named Ruth. But I did a hunt on Ao3 and found the one below. Is that what you’re looking for?

In Time of Test - by Katbelle

Part 1 - Family of Blood

Time has the amazing ability to correct itself. Ruth Elisabeth Phillips was born someone else entirely, but no one knows that. And between rage and serenity, she's the middle ground.

Canon!AU centered on another Shaw survivor. How much would the world change if Ruth Lehnsherr survived the war.

Part 2 - The Art of Falling

ahhhh thank you so much!

i kind of do? i haven't with manips specifically. some people have requested au memes and i would make manips for that.

Awe thank you :)