#witch!nightmare

FluffyNightKiller Day 2025

A short oneshot

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Ccino gasped in shock as his back slammed against the wall. The initial shock of the impact left him unable to move.

His mind was racing a hundred miles a second trying to catch up to what was currently happening.

He didn’t have much time to think as he saw a blade fly towards his face. He barely managed to move his head to the side as the blade struck the wall. His eyes shifted to the direction the knife had come from. Only to find Killer standing there.

“What..”

Then it all clicked for him.

He was careless.. he had been slipping potions and elixirs into Killer’s drinks for weeks now. He must’ve slipped up today at some point. But.. he thought he had been careful.

Apparently not because Killer had noticed him slipping something into his coffee. Killer, being a witch hunter, had a keen eye when he wanted to. Usually, he never questioned how the skeleton prepared his drinks. But for some reason.. something felt off.

He’d seen Ccino reach for a bottle that he hadn’t seen before. It was unfamiliar to him.. and he’d seen similar containers before. The dark eyed skeleton had snatched his wrist forcefully. “What.. do you think you’re doing..?”

“Ah! Killer.. I.. w-what..?” Ccino squeaked, a bit startled by the sudden and forceful movement.

“I asked, what do you think you’re doing?” His voice serious.

Ccino swallowed feeling a bit anxious under Killer’s intense gaze. “I.. I’m making you coffee..”

Killer narrowed his eyes and grabbed the bottle. “I haven’t seen you use this before.”

Ccino’s eyes widened as he realized what Killer must’ve witnessed. “Killer.. I-I can explain! Please let me explain!” Hepleaded. But noticed a black substances spilling from Killer’s sockets.

“Tell me.. is this poison.. or is it some sort of elixir..”

Ccino opened his mouth to respond but before he could Killer cut him off.

“Witch.” Ccino flinched at the hatred coating Killer’s words. “I don’t want your explanations.”

Killer’s grip tightened on Ccino’s wrist causing him to wince.

“Killer.. I.. I know that this isn’t.. I’m not.. I’m just trying to help you..”

Ccino desperately tried to reason with him while attempting to pull himself away. But he knew it was too late for that. Killer’s grip was strong and he wouldn’t be able to pull away with his strength alone.

The black tar from his sockets spilled and the skeleton that Ccino had gotten to know was fading away, being consumed by the blood lust.

”Killer, I’m sorry!”

Before Killer could react, Ccino snapped his fingers causing an explosion of energy to erupt between them.

Thankfully either the shock or force from the energy caused Killelr to let go but was also responsible for knocking him against the wall. Unfortunately it only caused Killer to stumble back a bit before he reached for his knife and threw it at Ccino.

“Shit..” Ccino made his way to his feet, scanning the area, trying to find any way he could escape.

“Mew”

Ccino felt his soul drop. He glanced over next to him only to find his adopted familiar, Nox, glaring at Killer and hissing.

“Nox! You have to get out of here!”

This was bad.. Ccino wasn’t sure if Killer would hurt his familiar cat or not and he certainly wasn’t going to take any chances. He directed his attention back at Killer who was currently charging at him with a dagger in hand.

As Killer swung at Ccino who managed to dodge and summoned his staff to help aid in his defense.

Sweat beads rolled down his skull as he faced Killer. His offensive magic was relatively weak.. Honestly if he was ever in a fight his role would be more supportive. “I sure wish I learned some attacking spells..” He muttered to himself as he kept dodging and blocking Killer's attacks. But he was thankful he’d learn that energy eruption spell but.. it drained a lot of his stamina.. and he couldn’t use it again without risking passing out on the spot.

While dodging Killer’s attacks he’d occasionally here some hissing coming form Nox. He’d briefly glance at the direction the cat was in but when he did, Killer almost always managed to close the gap between them.

He’d only read about the bloodlust spells in books and never had experienced it first hand. It was.. terrifying.. and if his book was to be trusted he was in danger.

Killer would have enough stamina to ensure he got the job done.. even if it meant his own life force would be drained.

Ccino had to find a way to end this quickly without hurting Killer. He knew it was foolish.. but he’d grown accustomed to Killer’s company.. and may feel something for the hunter.

Ccino panted as he continued to parry Killer’s attacks. On occasion sustaining minor cuts. He was being forced back by the sheer force and constant barrage of attacks. This wasn’t looking good.

”Ah!” Suddenly, Ccino felt himself stumble back. He was always clumsy.. but damn it! Now of all times?!

Out of the corner of his eyes he could see Killer charging at him again, and this time Ccino wouldn’t be able to react fast enough to block him.

He shut his eyes preparing for the fatal blow when he suddenly felt a blast of air hit him. Ccino used his arm to cover his face, trying to shield himself from the sudden gust of wind that seemed to materialize out of nowhere.

He squinted and looked up to find someone standing in front of him. He couldn’t make out what the person looked like but he could sense dark and powerful magic radiating off them.

He was so confused.. where did they come from? Who were they? Were they here to help him?

For a brief moment the stranger glanced at him, eyeing him up and down quickly, almost looking disinterested. “Leave.” He commanded.

“Witch.” Killer stated in a monotone voice. Gaze locked on the stranger.

Ccino stared at both the stranger in front of him and Killer, both looking ready to strike and kill each other.

He felt frozen. He couldn’t move. What in the world was happening?

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Cat's Cradle AU by help-im-a-gay-fish, digitalvoidheart & yuriyuruandyuraart

Ccino by black-nyanko

Nightmare by jokublog

Killer by rahafwabas / rahaf-wabas / rahofy-sketch

This is not canon at all to the AU! Just a short little fanfiction of a what if I thought of. What happens next? Well.. that’s a story for another time ;)

Yes the stranger is Nightmare lol (who *spoilers* is the cat)

Hope yall enjoy!