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ELRIEL FIC RECS
i found this ship through all those headcanons by @propshophannah way back in the ACOMAF days lol and got officially hooked after reading @lady-therion’s ‘at second sight’ - the writing, characterization, TENSION oh man i re-read it every year it’s THAT good. anyway, since i can’t draw or write like all you wonderful people out there pls accept this as my humble contribution to elriel month 🙈 here are some of my fav elriel fanfics that i’ve read through the years - hope y'all enjoy and happy reading! p.s you can find the rest of my fic rec lists here.
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CARDINAL CATASTROPHE by mango Elain reaches out to Azriel after that dreaded Solstice night and they once again meet under the moonlight in the River House - but everything is different now.
TOTEMS OF COMFORT by mango The inner-circle just had an evening meal following the events of ACOSF and Azriel and Elain are nowhere to be found. What Feyre and Cassian stumble across pulls more heartstrings than expected.
EYE OF THE STORM by loverloverlover It’s been two weeks since solstice, two weeks since Rhys ordered Azriel to stay away from Elain. He doesn’t listen.
IN SECRET by charnelhouse Az goes. No questions. No second-thoughts.
BRAVE ENOUGH TO TELL YOU by thewraithsofmorhogg She’d come to the conclusion that some blasted pot wasn’t going to tell her who was her One and Only; Elain would decide for herself.
MAIDEN OF THE GARDEN by bajablessed Elain never knew that a mating bond could be so wonderful.
A POWERFUL COST by radientwings Elain’s visions slowly start killing her, but Azriel isn’t about to let that happen.
FOR A TASTE OF YOU (I WILL DO ANYTHING) by keeparecordofthewreckage Another year, another Starfall - it’s been weeks upon weeks of awkward avoidance between Azriel and Elain since the night of Winter Solstice. Will they find it within themselves to admit their true feelings?
CALL OUT MY NAME by myownremedy On their way to the northern most Illyrian war-camp, Azriel and Elain get caught in a freak snowstorm and are forced to find shelter.
BLOOM by swishandflickwit Elain receives a gift from Azriel who, perhaps, is given one in return.
EVERYTHING WORTH LIVING FOR by hannahetesta
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AT SECOND SIGHT by lady_therion Elain accidentally turns Azriel into a dragon 🐉🐉🐉
SECRET SESSIONS by tswaney17 Elain is already doing a bunch of training on the side - and tracking down Bryaxis would be part of that - when she’s caught by someone.
THE SHADOWS THAT SING by danydragons21 With the help of her sisters, two half-wraiths, a mortal queen with a heart of fire, a High Lord’s son, and a dark, tortured spymaster, Elain is well on her way to achieving all she desires. But darkness is stirring, and danger is looming. Will Elain be enough to stop the greatest threat she and her friends have yet faced?
A COURT OF DUSK AND SHADOWS by bajablessed The Cauldron never bothered to give explanations - not when it mattered. Do what it wanted, and her heart would be free. Not yet, pretty, lovely thing, it crooned, and a scream built in her throat. Not yet -
GOODNIGHT, BELOVED series by moonlight_rain Elain discovers why Azriel has been avoiding her.
YOUR VOICE IN AUTUMN by thefangirlofhp In which Elain Archeron is voiceless but she makes people hear her loud and clear.
SHADOWS AND SORROW by katsum1 Almost a year after the events in ACOSF, Elain tries to figure out how she fits into the Night Court, wanting to find a purpose. When more of her gifts are uncovered, she jumps at the chance of serving the court in new ways. Meanwhile Azriel continues to wonder how he can feel so drawn to a female who belongs to another.
A COURT OF RESILIENCE AND IRON by gunrunner While feelings of inadequacy always threaten to drag her down, Elain must also deal with the burdensome reality of being the only known Seer in Prythian. Throw in an unwanted mating bond, and the unrequited feelings for one extremely handsome Illyrian, and Elain has a full plate of problems.
A NECKLACE OF ROSES by helloyesimkate Reminiscent of Aelin being taken by Maeve (Azriel is mostly “oh shit oh no Elain’s been taken fuck shit hell no shit” but Elain actually gets some stuff done.)
ENCHANTED by julesherondalex Elain has always known there’s more to her feelings towards Az than just friendly affection. When Azriel and Elain are sent to Adriata on a diplomatic mission, could this finally be the chance for close friends to become even closer?
TENDER JAR by feathery_malignancy When Elain has a vision concerning both Lucien and Graysen, she steels her courage and braves first the Spring Court and then the Mortal World, Azriel at her side. Lines are drawn and Elain must decide whether she will let her past shatter her or give in to the desires of her tender heart.
SHADOWS AND DREAMS by diggingtherabbithole Decades later, Elain and Lucien both accept each other as second choices, with Vassa once again being confined to the lake and Azriel never leaving his shadows.
ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL (TO END UP WITH YOU) by miss_belivet In another world, Elain serves Azriel at Solstice dinner, a bond between them snaps, and they are sent into the mating frenzy as chaos ensues around them.
OF SCARS AND ROSES series by ymaoh Elain Archeron has a vision and her relationship with the spymaster takes a turn.
A SURPRISE BUN by tswaney17 Elain has a secret, one that even the male she’s been seeing doesn’t know about yet. But when Cassian shows up unannounced at the townhouse, everything comes crumbling down around her.
ALL THIS TIME by i_will_always_find_you Elain decides to reject her mating bond to Lucien, only to find that what she had been looking for was in front of her all along.
FUNDAMENTALS IN CARING FOR HOUSE PLANTS by insulindsay Elain is a novice house-sitter and Azriel has an abundance of house plants in need.
EVERY ROSE by rowenaschuyler Elain explores her sexuality and finds herself while navigating the tricky mating bond she isn’t willing to break with Lucien.
PRETTY LITTLE ANGEL by dottielovegood One thing leads to another, and Elain finds herself at a BDSM club. At a BDSM club with Azriel. At a BDSM club that Azriel owns.
PERFECTLY ALIGNED by rhysanoodle Elain Archeron is struggling to adjust to her new life as a High Fae. Luckily for her, she’s about to become friends with a mysterious male and through him discover untapped powers and healing.
modern au
LOVE LETTERS by thefangirlofhp “And I’d choose you; in a hundred lifetimes, in a hundred worlds, in any version of reality, I’d find you and I’d choose you.” – Kiersten White
ALL OF ME by julesherondalex Elain and Azriel spend Valentine’s Day together watching Elain’s favorite movie series - about certain handsome, winged Fae. They start the night as friends, but Cupid might have other plans.
SHADOWSINGER by dottielovegood Azriel does audio porn. Elain is a big fan.
I DO BAD THINGS WITH YOU by tswaney17 It’s been ten years since they’ve seen or spoken to each other. But when the bank that Elain worked at part-time to pay for medical school is robbed at gunpoint, she’s surprised when the criminals seem to recognize her and retreat in fear. When a threat arises, Elain and Azriel have to figure out a way to co-exist again while not letting their history or feelings get in the way.
NAVY SUITS & CHELSEA BOOTS by feathery_malignancy On the eve of Rhys and Feyre’s wedding, Azriel decides to swallow his pride and finally make his move with Elain. However, if he wants her attention, he’s going to have to win it from her douchebag boyfriend, Graysen.
SWEET TEMPTATION by eherondale01 After the fall of her father’s jewelery empire, Elain Archeron left the world of social events and galas behind her. Working in a small bakery, Elain’s life has become rather ordinary, right up until a certain mysterious, handsome stranger appears.
SHOW YOU HOW SADNESS CAN TURN INTO HAPPINESS by moonbeam007 For now, she learns that he is tall and that a scowl is set upon his face as though it were drawn with a permanent marker. His hands are warm when he takes her smaller one in his to shake it.
GINGERSNAP by thewraithsofmorhoggs Sitting before him is a fluffy, orange tabby cat, eyeing him with glowing, greenish eyes. Oh no. Elain owns a cat.
RECESSIONAL by ultadverb Elain Archeron has always wanted to travel. She’s finally headed off to study abroad for a year after getting her heart broken by her ex-boyfriend, Grayson. Azriel has been pining after her for years. Cassian thinks it’s past time to tell her how he feels before she’s gone.
anything and everything by these authors
RADIENTWINGS LADY_THERION JULESHERONDALEX FAWNANDSHADOWS NIKETHESTATUE MISSKITKA RHYSANOODLE PROPSHOPHANNAH CITIZENOFVELARIS ROSEHALLSHADOWSINGER @THELADYOFDEATH & @SNELBZ
The Viscount Who Loved Me
An ACOTAR fanfic, inspired by the first two seasons of Bridgerton.
Ships: Feyre x Rhysand Nesta x Cassian Elain x Azriel x Gwyn
Summary: As the season begins, a new Diamond is named. She catches the eye of a prince whose feelings remain unrequited. However, the man who catches the eye of the Diamond remains off the market, refusing to get married as a jab to his late father. Meanwhile, the Diamond of the Season’s sisters have found themselves in a bit of a quandary. The elder is pushing the younger to get married to help her move on from the horrid disaster that happened last season, but in the process, the elder catches the eye of the younger’s match, even though she is considered to be an old maid and far past her time to be wed at the age of six and twenty. As they say, all is fair in love and war.
“Offer and permission. He nearly groaned with relief and need as he lowered his head toward hers. ”
I have absolutely loved the idea of stolen late night kisses in Azriel's room/study and have craved seeing it for ages. Luckily the most wonderful KrokodiLena accepted the commission to bring the idea to life, and brilliantly so if I may say. Thank you very much, you have stunned me beyond words!
For my Elriel family, stay strong and stay happy. ❤
(Please DO NOT repost as usual. I will be sharing everywhere.)
“But he could have this. This one moment, and maybe a taste, and that would be it.
“Yes" Elain breathed, like she read the decision. Just this taste in the dead of the longest night of the year, where only the Mother might witness them. ”
This masterpiece is by the wonderful bethgilbert_art over on Insta! <3
DO NOT REPOST, anywhere.
And a very warm thank you to the people who helped me out for this commission, I love yall;
@nikethestatue @fawnandshadows @leiaamidala @sakurakittypeach @forget-me-not-s @silverlinedeyes @cindycullen421
batboyazriel
I love this so much!!! His tattoos, her dress, the way the bow is braided in with her hair, the necklace! They're stunning together. One of my favorite Elriel pieces to date!
Manorian Teacher AU
A collection of stories where Manon and Dorian are teachers at the same High School. Can be read in any order:)
Based on the prompt: When you realize Person A and Person B have the same background during zoom class and holy shit they are living together!?
Manon has to go to the annual teacher conference with her least favourite colleague, the cocky Dorian Havilliard. Then she discovers, to her horror, that there is only one bed…
After spending the night together at Dorian’s, Manorian have to risk the wrath of their snooping coworkers as they make their way to work together…
Dorian gets sick, Manon takes care of him.
They move in together.
It was on a warm July evening that Manon Blackbeak declared to no one in particular that she was done being pregnant.
Only moments later, her asshole of a boyfriend decided to crush all her hopes and dreams by walking into their bedroom and saying, «You still have three months left, babe.»
Dorian convinces Manon to get a pet.
Manon and Dorian gets a life-changing surprise, and must decide what to do.
Manon and Dorian celebrate Halloween together for the first time!
Manon and Dorian spend their first morning at home as a family
Manon: Fuck you for looking so goddamn gorgeous today
Dorian:
Manon: I hate you.
Manon: I mean- I don't hate you, I love you...
Manon: but I hate you for looking so pretty
Dorian: *blushes*
Elriel as Hades & Persephone
Art by @gokushairgel on Instagram
Commissioned by @cindycullen421
I'm always going to stan them, I don't care if they don't end up together, for me they are perfect for each other: Elain has never been afraid of her, Azriel has always seen her when no one else has, she has never been able to choose for herself herself and Azriel thinks she doesn't deserve anything.
Picking flowers with Auntie Elain🪴
I know everyone has a different opinion about Elain but let’s keep the comments hate free pleaseee 🙏 if you MUST express your intense feelings feel free to post a 🌸 emoji and we will all infer the worst 🙂
Character belongs to Sarah J Maas
Book series: A Court of Thorns and Roses
When I say that I have been obsessively waiting for this ever since I saw the little sneak peak video on Tik Tok…. I gasped when I saw this. It surpassed all my expectations. So, so beautiful ❤️
How cute are these?!
Elain and Az (and how he is holding a strand of her hair! 💙)
AC: @crtifiedlover on insta
Had to add on with pt 2!! 💙 Peep the blue nails 👀😩
These are so beautiful. 😍
weird asks that say a lot
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1. coffee mugs, teacups, wine glasses, water bottles, or soda cans?
2. chocolate bars or lollipops?
3. bubblegum or cotton candy?
4. how did your elementary school teachers describe you?
5. do you prefer to drink soda from soda cans, soda bottles, plastic cups or glass cups?
6. pastel, boho, tomboy, preppy, goth, grunge, formal or sportswear?
7. earbuds or headphones?
8. movies or tv shows?
9. favorite smell in the summer?
10. game you were best at in p.e.?
11. what you have for breakfast on an average day?
12. name of your favorite playlist?
13. lanyard or key ring?
14. favorite non-chocolate candy?
15. favorite book you read as a school assignment?
16. most comfortable position to sit in?
17. most frequently worn pair of shoes?
18. ideal weather?
19. sleeping position?
20. preferred place to write (i.e., in a note book, on your laptop, sketchpad, post-it notes, etc.)?
21. obsession from childhood?
22. role model?
23. strange habits?
24. favorite crystal?
25. first song you remember hearing?
26. favorite activity to do in warm weather?
27. favorite activity to do in cold weather?
28. five songs to describe you?
29. best way to bond with you?
30. places that you find sacred?
31. what outfit do you wear to kick ass and take names?
32. top five favorite vines?
33. most used phrase in your phone?
34. advertisements you have stuck in your head?
35. average time you fall asleep?
36. what is the first meme you remember ever seeing?
37. suitcase or duffel bag?
38. lemonade or tea?
39. lemon cake or lemon meringue pie?
40. weirdest thing to ever happen at your school?
41. last person you texted?
42. jacket pockets or pants pockets?
43. hoodie, leather jacket, cardigan, jean jacket or bomber jacket?
44. favorite scent for soap?
45. which genre: sci-fi, fantasy or superhero?
46. most comfortable outfit to sleep in?
47. favorite type of cheese?
48. if you were a fruit, what kind would you be?
49. what saying or quote do you live by?
50. what made you laugh the hardest you ever have?
51. current stresses?
52. favorite font?
53. what is the current state of your hands?
54. what did you learn from your first job?
55. favorite fairy tale?
56. favorite tradition?
57. the three biggest struggles you’ve overcome?
58. four talents you’re proud of having?
59. if you were a video game character, what would your catchphrase be?
60. if you were a character in an anime, what kind of anime would you want it to be?
61. favorite line you heard from a book/movie/tv show/etc.?
62. seven characters you relate to?
63. five songs that would play in your club?
64. favorite website from your childhood?
65. any permanent scars?
66. favorite flower(s)?
67. good luck charms?
68. worst flavor of any food or drink you’ve ever tried?
69. a fun fact that you don’t know how you learned?
70. left or right handed?
71. least favorite pattern?
72. worst subject?
73. favorite weird flavor combo?
74. at what pain level out of ten (1 through 10) do you have to be at before you take an advil or ibuprofen?
75. when did you lose your first tooth?
76. what’s your favorite potato food (i.e. tater tots, baked potatoes, fries, chips, etc.)?
77. best plant to grow on a windowsill?
78. coffee from a gas station or sushi from a grocery store?
79. which looks better, your school id photo or your driver’s license photo?
80. earth tones or jewel tones?
81. fireflies or lightning bugs?
82. pc or console?
83. writing or drawing?
84. podcasts or talk radio?
84. barbie or polly pocket?
85. fairy tales or mythology?
86. cookies or cupcakes?
87. your greatest fear?
88. your greatest wish?
89. who would you put before everyone else?
90. luckiest mistake?
91. boxes or bags?
92. lamps, overhead lights, sunlight or fairy lights?
93. nicknames?
94. favorite season?
95. favorite app on your phone?
96. desktop background?
97. how many phone numbers do you have memorized?
98. favorite historical era?
Elriel secret shadow moments
The last two images are a JOKE please behave. I dont need to be told lucy and gwen wouldn’t act like this I KNOW OK…. its a JOKKKEEEE i thought it would be funny to draw them as memes thats literally it, no malice intended
(lucy is the confused travolta meme and gwen is the jerry meme from tom and jerry although i dont think i got the expression right lol)
ok enjoy
I am still not over how fucking gorgeous this art is. His hand on her waist, her looking at his lips. Elain’s dress and hair style. The cut of Az’s jaw that could cut out my heart. 🥵 You’re killing me with this art. Emotionally and physically.
And then the memes. 💀💀 I cackled so fucking hard. Especially when I compared the memes side-by-side. ✨Brilliant✨
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Day 100 of Spreading Elain/Elriel Positivity
I want to try and spread as much positivity to the Elain stans and Elriel shippers as I possibly can
Happy 100 Days of positivity!! I cannot believe that so many days has passed since the start of this series. I am trying to continue this series for as long as possible, since I always want positivity in the Elain and Elriel tags.
As we all know, this fandom can be harsh. However, many of the Elain stans and Elriel shippers have constantly made things better. From the theorists to the artists, you all have helped keep the ship afloat.
I want to show some appreciation to others, so here are a few accounts that you should look into!! I am sorry if I wasn't able to get everyone, please know that you are all important and I am glad that you are a part of this fandom.
Analyzers/Theorists
@dancingwithfae - amazing at analyzing characters and disproving anti arguments!
@dracolovebot - one of the longest Elriel defenders on Tumblr!! Look for one of their amazing posts that analyzes Azriel's shadows and what it means regarding ships
@elriell - formerly known as "silver-flames" they are one of the most popular Elriel blogs. Make sure to check out their theory that connects Elriel's book to Sleeping Beauty!
@hacawijo - this blog is just amazing when it comes to refuting anti Elriel arguments and proving why Elriel is endgame. Also founder of the TarGwyn ship lol
@icedflames - they have received so many asks about Elriel, and always gives great answers! Made many great parallel posts regarding Elriel
@juusworld5728 - amazing at defending Elain!! Their posts about why her book is next is just spot on
@mrspettyferr - their theories and posts providing parallels helps confirm that Elriel is endgame even more. They also have written some fanfics!
@offtorivendell - this blog provides some very well-researched theories that are filled with an insane amount of evidence and reasoning! Look out for the ones about Koschei
@psychee92 - this blog's theories about what the next book will be about leaves you with no doubts that Elriel is next!
@sciencebaetch - if you are wondering about the fourth dread trove item then be sure to check out this blog!
@silverdreamscapes - they provide some great posts that invalidates any of the anti arguments!
@silverlinedeyes - this blog has many theories but is most notable for the Lightsinger Theory!
@suelky - this blog has made many metas that will blow your mind. The one about Elain, Azriel, and Windows, is a must read!!
@wingedblooms - this blog has some very interesting theories, including one that connects Elain to the Welsh Spring Goddess Blodeuwedd!
Writers
@batboyazriel - great AU fics, including one called "Famously In Love"
@danydragons21 - check out their in progress multi-chapter fic "The Shadows That Sing"
@dottielovegood - “Pretty Little Angel” is definitely worth reading!!
@fawnandshadows - they are currently working on a "25 Days of Elriel" for December so be on the lookout!!
@featherymalignancy - such a talented writer!! You must check out their masterlist
@gopeachllama - check out their amazing fics and HCs!!
@gripefroot - You all must read their “A Court of Dusk and Shadows” fic that is set to have 33 chapters!
@insulindsay - incredible writer with the most heartwarming fics!!
@julesherondalex - they have some amazing work so definitely read their many Elriel fics
@nikethestatue - in addition to writing fanfics, this blog is amazing at answering any anon thrown their way!
@rhysanoodle - if you are looking for a lengthy fanfic to read then "Perfectly Aligned" is for you!
@snelbz - this blog has a variety of fics for whatever mood you are in with Elriel!
@thefangirlofhp - make sure to check out their wonderful Elriel one-shots that were done for this year's Flufftober!
@the-laughing-bubble - they have a couple of fics and some great HCS!!
@tswaney17 - the in progress multi-chapter "I Do Bad Things With You" is a must read!!
Artists
@demonlovesangel - this blog creates the cutest art of Elriel!!
@elisiarin - (on Instagram with the same name) such a wonderful artist! Their art is just so pleasing to look at
@livlochan - (on Instagram as livlochan.art) the way I cannot breathe when I see their art. Seriously, truly phenomenal!!
@sncinder - (on Instagram as sncinderart) so talented!! Such showstopping work
Instagram@: jessdraw.s - they make absolutely stunning work!! Elriel always looks gorgeous
Instgram@: one3yedneko - their Elriel art is so pretty!
Instagram@: theclever.crow - all of their art is incredible. They recently did an Archeron sister piece that is phenomenal
Bookstagram
Insta@: captnswreads - (on tumblr as @forget-me-not-s ) they make some great reviews and has commissioned quite a few incredible Elriel art!!
Insta@: courtofelriel - their aesthetic is just breathtaking. They frequently post credited theories and such!!
Insta@: stephdaydreams - this blog shares some amazing reviews and has commissioned a couple of great Elriel art!
TikTok
TikTok@: aelinelain - (on Twitter as twinklingminna and on Tumblr as @elrielgarden ) you will be mesmerized by their cosplay of Elain!!
TikTok@: hey_itsjoanna - their theories and predictions about the next book will reassure you that Elriel is endgame!!
TikTok@: fkzreads - in addition to Elriel be sure to watch their other great videos that will get you reading more!
Again I am so sorry if I did not get everyone. The Elain stans and Elriel shippers make the fandom worth it and I am so glad for all the people I have met. Whether you make 10000 word fanfics or you hit like on the posts, I am happy you are here!
Have a wonderful day my lovelies ❤️🌸🦇🌹💙
Akşam üstü diye bir yer var.
Seninle şiir olmak istediğim...
Ayla Erdoğan...
rhys: so you’ll what? seduce her away from him? allow me to make one thing very clear. you are to stay away from her.
at first i was furious with rhys in az’s chapter but now im like: thank you king for doing what no body else dared to– giving us forbidden romance because you know elriel is going to serve full course meals of yearning and angst and soft love and hidden domestic bliss
I couldn't tell if she was looking at his blue Siphon or at his scarred skin beneath as she breathed, "Beautiful."
--A Court of Wings and Ruin, by Sarah J. Maas
Art by @katjazart ,commissioned by me. ✨Thank you Katja for this absolute masterpiece. I am forever grateful! Thank you for bringing to life my vision, and making it even better. This piece is inspired by the above scene, reimagined in a future where Elain and Azriel have found their happiness together-- the triumph of choice over so-called fate.
As always, this is for my Elriels🌸🦇
reposts allowed ONLY with tagged credit to @katjazart and me
can you hear my heart sigh? 💕