Ragnar Lothbrok/Athelstan fics rec
a list of my favorite fics for those two
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ABSOLUTE PERSONAL ALL TIME FAVORITES & MUST READ:
Draugr (4158 words) by oneiriad
Warnings: Major Character Death
Additional Tags: Ghosts
Summary: "You are dead." At least Athelstan has the good grace to look embarrassed about it. "Well - well, yes. I suppose I am."
set the ocean free (1005 words) by thesetemplebones
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Graphic Description, Suicidal Thoughts, Drabble
Summary: Athelstan sat, his legs dangling off the edge, when before he would have cringed at being near the edge of the cliff.
stigmata (2660 words) by seditonem
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: there was some pointless porn? i think? i haven't written anything in a while.
Summary: There’s no point looking back to see if Ragnar is following - Athelstan learned long ago that Ragnar will come along as he pleases, lithe and cunning like some great cat. (aka, post 2x09 fic.)
He Will Take You If You Run (Because He Is The Lord) (1447 words) by th_esaurus
Additional Tags: dub con, Slavery
Summary: “I cannot take this,” Athelstan murmured, his head hung. “Why so?” His feet shifted against the ground, nuzzling pebbles against one another. “Because it means nothing to you.” Ragnar tied a cord around the cross and put it around Athelstan’s neck, tousled his longish hair. It hung stiffly at his collarbone. “It means enough to you for the two of us, and that is good enough for me.”
Fearless (294 words) by peacefrog
Warnings: Major Character Death
Additional Tags: Angst, Grief/Mourning
Summary: Fearless, but by his side you were softer than the water that flows beneath the hull of your ship.
SET IN MAIN CANON:
The History Books Forgot About Us (5258 words) by pendragonness
Additional Tags: First Kiss, Religious Conflict, Fluff, only vague plot tbh
Summary: And the bible didn't mention us... Ragnar and Athelstan are closer than either of them could have forseen, and whereas Ragnar finds an ease in his feelings toward the young priest, Athelstan struggles. Whether his feelings are returned or not, Ragnar will always be there.
wherever you go (1872 words) by apolliades
Additional Tags: Slice of Life, Drunk Sex, Developing Relationship
Summary: “Why didn’t you choose to take treasure?" “I did. You are my treasure.” - a handful of moments in their lives.
A story of morning cuddles and serious talks (1159 words) by Lesatha
Summary: “Now, we can have a serious talk,” Ragnar says. “Tell me about Paris.” Athelstan props himself on one elbow, casting him a disbelieving stare. “Paris isn't a serious talk. It's your bedtime story.” “Please.”
Homecoming (787 words) by zelda_zee
Summary: It is not until years of knowing each other have passed and they are no longer young men that Ragnar first takes him to bed.
La Petite Mort by PlaneJane
Summary: Athelstan and Ragnar discuss religion, and take their friendship to a new level, while the impending threat on Athelstan's life hangs over them like a dark cloud: They sat for a time. Close as brothers. Close as lovers. The shadow of a soaring bird crossed the ground at their feet. When Athelstan searched for the bird in the sky, it had already gone, like the very last cloud disappearing distantly over the fjord. Into that vast blue, Ragnar spoke softly. “I want to have sex with you. I want to be your slave.”
For Your Eyes to See (4071 words) by iamee
Additional Tags: Religious Conflict, Dubious Consent, Hand Jobs, Kissing, Temptation, First Time, Bathing/Washing, Light Dom/sub
Summary: Athelstan learns the hard way that you don't leave your clothes out of sight while swimming. At least not when you're living with Vikings who apparently can't take 'no' for an answer.
The Best Defense (1090 words) by Gigi_Sinclair
Relationships: Athelstan/Ragnar Lothbrok, Lagertha/Ragnar Lothbrok
Summary: Lagertha ponders the dangers of her new position. Spoilers for episode 1.06.
Breaking The Fast (2877 words) by DisasterShipBlonde
Additional Tags: First Kiss, Belly Rubs, Feeding, Hurt/Comfort, Master/Slave, Heavy Petting, Praise Kink
Summary: He allowed the flat of his hand to circle slowly. It was only petting. And Athelstan liked it. He couldn’t hide it. The inevitable corny first kiss shtick. Athelstan tries to keep up his habits from the monastery. Ragnar is having none of it. Set in S1, when the kids are still kids and Athelstan is a relatively newly-captured slave.
Ganga undir Jarðarmen (3832 words) by oneiriad
Additional Tags: Families of Choice
Summary: Will you walk with me, Athelstan?
The Peaceful Sanctuary (5197 words) by QuietLula
Additional Tags: Canon Compliant, Angst, Fluff
Summary: The first time Ragnar and Athelstan share a bed.
Acclimatising (1494 words) by bubblewrapstargirl
Additional Tags: Established Relationship, Infidelity, Jealousy, Episode: s02e01 Brother's War
Summary: Aslaug doesn't understand Athelstan's place in the household. Ragnar sets her straight.
Dragons of the North (5988 words) by gentlezombie
Additional Tags: Canon-Typical Violence, Polyamory, Background Relationships, Crisis of Faith
Summary: In this year fierce, foreboding omens came over the land of the Northumbrians, and the wretched people shook; there were excessive whirlwinds, lightning, and fiery dragons were seen flying in the sky. - The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. Athelstan's journey from the monastery of Lindisfarne to a strange northern land and beyond. The longest journey takes place in his soul.
Soul (680 words) by arthureames
Summary: “Are you in Heaven? Or in Valhalla?” Ragnar asks. “Neither.” Athelstan replies. “I am with you.”
Völva (100 words) by amoama
Relationships: Aslaug/Ragnar Lothbrok, Athelstan/Ragnar Lothbrok
Summary: Aslaug's alone and dreaming.
The gift of art (4404 words) by Marium
Additional Tags: Developing Relationship, Athelstan's journal, Athelstan draws things and Ragnar is interested in it, various scenes, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Fluff
Summary: Ragnar brings a gift for Athelstan from England, and through the years Athelstan uses it to express his changing feelings about the world that surrounds him and the man who changed his life.
Interesting (5588 words) by Write_like_an_American
Rating: Explicit
Relationships: Floki/Ragnar Lothbrok, Athelstan/Ragnar Lothbrok, Lagertha/Ragnar Lothbrok, Athelstan/Lagertha/Ragnar Lothbrok, Floki/Helga (Vikings)
Additional Tags: Most of the pairings listed above are wishful thinking on Ragnar's part, the Floki/Helga is in the background, Ragnar likes to fuck interesting people, Athelstan is an interesting person, Athelstan is also asexual, Ragnar doesn't know this (neither does Athelstan), So Ragnar fucks Floki instead, I had to write some unrequited love stuff after the latest episode, And I have plenty more to come, Accidental Voyeurism
Summary: Floki wants Ragnar. Ragnar wants the priest. The priest doesn't particularly want anyone, and can't work out why being a virgin is a crime.
No desire, but love (1851 words) by solenskiner
Additional Tags: Asexual Athelstan, Fluff, Romance, Established Relationship
Summary: Maintaining celibacy has never been a hardship for a young Athelstan. He didn't think further about it and was grateful to not suffer from the sin of flesh, like some of the other brothers. But when he is taken to Kattegat by a Viking and learns the pagan ways, he realizes that sex is something people normally desire. When Athelstan realizes he is in love with Ragnar, he shuts down his feelings and buries them. After all, what should a man like Ragnar do with someone that doesn't want to feel or give desire?
A Sort Of Homecoming (3887 words) by Ashtray_Heart
Additional Tags: Fluff and Angst, Canon Compliant, Gap Filler, Cuddling & Snuggling, Lots of kissing and talking, Established Relationship, Nothing whatsoever happens, Athelstan topping
Summary: After Ragnar's fight with his wife, Athelstan tries to make him understand Aslaug's perspective. It's basically just the two of them on their first night back in Kattegat (S03E05), talking about marriage, relationships and women.
The Heart Of Slavery (5053 words) by QuietLula
Additional Tags: Slavery, Mild Hurt/Comfort, Minor Violence, Canon Compliant
Summary: Athelstan comes to terms with the fact that there are some things he will always be a slave to.
ALTERNATE REALITIES: FUSION/POWERS/SOULMATES/TIMEY WIMEY/MYTHS WITH CANON BASIS:
through the air and winding snow (1831 words) by sassafrasx
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, References to Norse Religion & Lore, Quests, Underworld, Mythic Heroes on Epic Quests for Love, Friendship/Love, First Kiss
Summary: If Athelstan is in pain, if he does not have the afterlife he deserves, Ragnar will follow.
What the Raven Stole (1266 words) by hedgerowhag
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Mythology, Alternate Universe, i have no idea how to tag this AU, References to Norse Religion & Lore
Summary: The Raven grinned, sly and joyous in one expression, and offered the young man a hand as cold and rough as driftwood.
in you everything sank. (1104 words) by CallicoKitten
Additional Tags: Daemons, Alternate Universe - Daemons, idk this is mostly gen, with implied relationships, ragnar loves everybody and i ship everybody, fucking vikings
Summary: Ragnar has a thing for interesting people.
Boundary-Walkers (3111 words) by parabolica
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Dragons, Religious Imagery & Symbolism
Summary: Dragons represent the unknown, the untested, the outer limits of human control. It is why they are reserved for marginalia.
The Treasure of Lindisfarne (1921 words) by oneiriad
Characters: Athelstan (Vikings), Ragnar Lothbrok, King Aelle (Vikings), Lord Aethelwulf (Vikings), Rollo (Vikings), Floki (Vikings)
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Fairy Tale, Pre-Slash
Summary: Once upon a time, there was a young monk who lived alone in a monastery - alone, because a terrible dragon had curled itself around it one day when all the other monks had gone down to the sea to collect clams.
Birds Of A Feather (601 words) by oneiriad
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Soulmates
Summary: It was because of the raven.
From the Beggar's Cloak (2403 words) by hedgerowhag
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Fairy Tale, References to Norse Religion & Lore, Alternate Universe, i genuinely have no idea how to tag this au
Summary: A Saxon traveller came to befriend a Queen from the northern lands who invited him to spend the festival of Lithasblot in her hall. When the feast began, in the hall the traveller meet a blind beggar who spoke of the Gods and their ploys.
Ex Nihilo (6664 words) by Gnilnim27
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: Alpha/Beta/Omega Dynamics, omega!athelstan, alpha!ragnar, BAMF Lagertha, First Time, Alternate Universe
Summary: An alpha/omega verse AU where omega Athelstan is gifted to King Ragnar as tribute. The sound of heavy boots making their way across the stone floor made Athelstan jump. A finger slid under his chin, tilting his face up, forcing Athelstan to meet the gaze of the man - no, the alpha before him. “What is your name?”
ALTERNATE UNIVERSE / COMPLETE DEPARTURE FROM CANON (& SOME COULD BE REINCARNATION):
Like the sun (4115 words) by Morethancupcake
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Writer Althelstan, First Meetings, Friends to Lovers, Internalized Homophobia, Fluff and Angst, Angst, Angst with a Happy Ending, Jealousy, Infidelity, Canon-Typical Violence, except it's pretty tame compared to the actual show, mention of other characters, Past Abuse, Misunderstandings
Summary: They meet during Summer, in a a town too small for them. Ragnar is like the sun, scorching, burning, and Athelstan isn't sure he will survive.
Head in the Clouds (2563 words) by craple
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - College/University, Pining, Oblivious, Courtship, floki is a terrible friend, lagertha is a hannibal-lecter-come-again, Fluff
Summary: Day #017 - Ragnar Lothbrok is still staring at Athel’s cute perky arse.
of unknown first dates (422 words) by lowsywriter
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Coffee Shops & Cafés, Alternate Universe - College/University, oblivious Athelstan, Pining Ragnar
Summary: from the prompt: "caaan i haaave athelnar + i'm trying to impress you with my skills (cooking, athletic, idk i scream for college au)" Ragnar is a barista at Athelstan's favorite café. A love story written in milk foam.
The Galaxy Beneath Us (805 words) by j_gabrielle
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: Age Difference, Car Sex, PWP, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Marking, Barebacking, Barely Legal, Teacher/Student, Confident!Athelstan, Established Relationship, Secret Relationship
Summary: Ragnar’s car shakes with each thrust, and there is no doubt that the fishermen coming in from sea would know what they are doing in there.
Truth In Triggered Words (3469 words) by FunkyinFishnet
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Game of Thrones Fusion, Character of Faith, Religion, First Meetings, Alliances
Summary: Dothraki have appeared in the Vale. A young septon who speaks Dothraki, Athelstan, is sent to meet with them, to speak with their khal and gain an alliance for the Vale.
THE MOSTLY SMUTTY & SOME FEELS ONES:
To speak a word with you (1040 words) by agnesanutter
Additional Tags: Fluff, Love Confessions
Summary: Ragnar and Athelstan share a bed after Ragnar tells Athelstan his truth.
Stars When You Shine (2017 words) by craple
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: 5+1 Things, Semi-Public Sex, Accidental Voyeurism
Summary: Ragnar is a good friend, after all. Surely he will share the priest, his sweet priest with a friend, will he not? Or 5 times people randomly catch Ragnar/Athelstan having sex +1 time Ragnar allows Floki to watch.
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ABSOLUTE PERSONAL ALL TIME FAVORITES & MUST READ:
Draugr (4158 words) by oneiriad
Warnings: Major Character Death
Additional Tags: Ghosts
Summary: "You are dead." At least Athelstan has the good grace to look embarrassed about it. "Well - well, yes. I suppose I am."
set the ocean free (1005 words) by thesetemplebones
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Graphic Description, Suicidal Thoughts, Drabble
Summary: Athelstan sat, his legs dangling off the edge, when before he would have cringed at being near the edge of the cliff.
stigmata (2660 words) by seditonem
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: there was some pointless porn? i think? i haven't written anything in a while.
Summary: There’s no point looking back to see if Ragnar is following - Athelstan learned long ago that Ragnar will come along as he pleases, lithe and cunning like some great cat. (aka, post 2x09 fic.)
He Will Take You If You Run (Because He Is The Lord) (1447 words) by th_esaurus
Additional Tags: dub con, Slavery
Summary: “I cannot take this,” Athelstan murmured, his head hung. “Why so?” His feet shifted against the ground, nuzzling pebbles against one another. “Because it means nothing to you.” Ragnar tied a cord around the cross and put it around Athelstan’s neck, tousled his longish hair. It hung stiffly at his collarbone. “It means enough to you for the two of us, and that is good enough for me.”
Fearless (294 words) by peacefrog
Warnings: Major Character Death
Additional Tags: Angst, Grief/Mourning
Summary: Fearless, but by his side you were softer than the water that flows beneath the hull of your ship.
SET IN MAIN CANON:
The History Books Forgot About Us (5258 words) by pendragonness
Additional Tags: First Kiss, Religious Conflict, Fluff, only vague plot tbh
Summary: And the bible didn't mention us... Ragnar and Athelstan are closer than either of them could have forseen, and whereas Ragnar finds an ease in his feelings toward the young priest, Athelstan struggles. Whether his feelings are returned or not, Ragnar will always be there.
wherever you go (1872 words) by apolliades
Additional Tags: Slice of Life, Drunk Sex, Developing Relationship
Summary: “Why didn’t you choose to take treasure?" “I did. You are my treasure.” - a handful of moments in their lives.
A story of morning cuddles and serious talks (1159 words) by Lesatha
Summary: “Now, we can have a serious talk,” Ragnar says. “Tell me about Paris.” Athelstan props himself on one elbow, casting him a disbelieving stare. “Paris isn't a serious talk. It's your bedtime story.” “Please.”
Homecoming (787 words) by zelda_zee
Summary: It is not until years of knowing each other have passed and they are no longer young men that Ragnar first takes him to bed.
La Petite Mort by PlaneJane
Summary: Athelstan and Ragnar discuss religion, and take their friendship to a new level, while the impending threat on Athelstan's life hangs over them like a dark cloud: They sat for a time. Close as brothers. Close as lovers. The shadow of a soaring bird crossed the ground at their feet. When Athelstan searched for the bird in the sky, it had already gone, like the very last cloud disappearing distantly over the fjord. Into that vast blue, Ragnar spoke softly. “I want to have sex with you. I want to be your slave.”
For Your Eyes to See (4071 words) by iamee
Additional Tags: Religious Conflict, Dubious Consent, Hand Jobs, Kissing, Temptation, First Time, Bathing/Washing, Light Dom/sub
Summary: Athelstan learns the hard way that you don't leave your clothes out of sight while swimming. At least not when you're living with Vikings who apparently can't take 'no' for an answer.
The Best Defense (1090 words) by Gigi_Sinclair
Relationships: Athelstan/Ragnar Lothbrok, Lagertha/Ragnar Lothbrok
Summary: Lagertha ponders the dangers of her new position. Spoilers for episode 1.06.
Breaking The Fast (2877 words) by DisasterShipBlonde
Additional Tags: First Kiss, Belly Rubs, Feeding, Hurt/Comfort, Master/Slave, Heavy Petting, Praise Kink
Summary: He allowed the flat of his hand to circle slowly. It was only petting. And Athelstan liked it. He couldn’t hide it. The inevitable corny first kiss shtick. Athelstan tries to keep up his habits from the monastery. Ragnar is having none of it. Set in S1, when the kids are still kids and Athelstan is a relatively newly-captured slave.
Ganga undir Jarðarmen (3832 words) by oneiriad
Additional Tags: Families of Choice
Summary: Will you walk with me, Athelstan?
The Peaceful Sanctuary (5197 words) by QuietLula
Additional Tags: Canon Compliant, Angst, Fluff
Summary: The first time Ragnar and Athelstan share a bed.
Acclimatising (1494 words) by bubblewrapstargirl
Additional Tags: Established Relationship, Infidelity, Jealousy, Episode: s02e01 Brother's War
Summary: Aslaug doesn't understand Athelstan's place in the household. Ragnar sets her straight.
Dragons of the North (5988 words) by gentlezombie
Additional Tags: Canon-Typical Violence, Polyamory, Background Relationships, Crisis of Faith
Summary: In this year fierce, foreboding omens came over the land of the Northumbrians, and the wretched people shook; there were excessive whirlwinds, lightning, and fiery dragons were seen flying in the sky. - The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. Athelstan's journey from the monastery of Lindisfarne to a strange northern land and beyond. The longest journey takes place in his soul.
Soul (680 words) by arthureames
Summary: “Are you in Heaven? Or in Valhalla?” Ragnar asks. “Neither.” Athelstan replies. “I am with you.”
Völva (100 words) by amoama
Relationships: Aslaug/Ragnar Lothbrok, Athelstan/Ragnar Lothbrok
Summary: Aslaug's alone and dreaming.
The gift of art (4404 words) by Marium
Additional Tags: Developing Relationship, Athelstan's journal, Athelstan draws things and Ragnar is interested in it, various scenes, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Fluff
Summary: Ragnar brings a gift for Athelstan from England, and through the years Athelstan uses it to express his changing feelings about the world that surrounds him and the man who changed his life.
Interesting (5588 words) by Write_like_an_American
Rating: Explicit
Relationships: Floki/Ragnar Lothbrok, Athelstan/Ragnar Lothbrok, Lagertha/Ragnar Lothbrok, Athelstan/Lagertha/Ragnar Lothbrok, Floki/Helga (Vikings)
Additional Tags: Most of the pairings listed above are wishful thinking on Ragnar's part, the Floki/Helga is in the background, Ragnar likes to fuck interesting people, Athelstan is an interesting person, Athelstan is also asexual, Ragnar doesn't know this (neither does Athelstan), So Ragnar fucks Floki instead, I had to write some unrequited love stuff after the latest episode, And I have plenty more to come, Accidental Voyeurism
Summary: Floki wants Ragnar. Ragnar wants the priest. The priest doesn't particularly want anyone, and can't work out why being a virgin is a crime.
No desire, but love (1851 words) by solenskiner
Additional Tags: Asexual Athelstan, Fluff, Romance, Established Relationship
Summary: Maintaining celibacy has never been a hardship for a young Athelstan. He didn't think further about it and was grateful to not suffer from the sin of flesh, like some of the other brothers. But when he is taken to Kattegat by a Viking and learns the pagan ways, he realizes that sex is something people normally desire. When Athelstan realizes he is in love with Ragnar, he shuts down his feelings and buries them. After all, what should a man like Ragnar do with someone that doesn't want to feel or give desire?
A Sort Of Homecoming (3887 words) by Ashtray_Heart
Additional Tags: Fluff and Angst, Canon Compliant, Gap Filler, Cuddling & Snuggling, Lots of kissing and talking, Established Relationship, Nothing whatsoever happens, Athelstan topping
Summary: After Ragnar's fight with his wife, Athelstan tries to make him understand Aslaug's perspective. It's basically just the two of them on their first night back in Kattegat (S03E05), talking about marriage, relationships and women.
The Heart Of Slavery (5053 words) by QuietLula
Additional Tags: Slavery, Mild Hurt/Comfort, Minor Violence, Canon Compliant
Summary: Athelstan comes to terms with the fact that there are some things he will always be a slave to.
ALTERNATE REALITIES: FUSION/POWERS/SOULMATES/TIMEY WIMEY/MYTHS WITH CANON BASIS:
through the air and winding snow (1831 words) by sassafrasx
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, References to Norse Religion & Lore, Quests, Underworld, Mythic Heroes on Epic Quests for Love, Friendship/Love, First Kiss
Summary: If Athelstan is in pain, if he does not have the afterlife he deserves, Ragnar will follow.
What the Raven Stole (1266 words) by hedgerowhag
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Mythology, Alternate Universe, i have no idea how to tag this AU, References to Norse Religion & Lore
Summary: The Raven grinned, sly and joyous in one expression, and offered the young man a hand as cold and rough as driftwood.
in you everything sank. (1104 words) by CallicoKitten
Additional Tags: Daemons, Alternate Universe - Daemons, idk this is mostly gen, with implied relationships, ragnar loves everybody and i ship everybody, fucking vikings
Summary: Ragnar has a thing for interesting people.
Boundary-Walkers (3111 words) by parabolica
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Dragons, Religious Imagery & Symbolism
Summary: Dragons represent the unknown, the untested, the outer limits of human control. It is why they are reserved for marginalia.
The Treasure of Lindisfarne (1921 words) by oneiriad
Characters: Athelstan (Vikings), Ragnar Lothbrok, King Aelle (Vikings), Lord Aethelwulf (Vikings), Rollo (Vikings), Floki (Vikings)
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Fairy Tale, Pre-Slash
Summary: Once upon a time, there was a young monk who lived alone in a monastery - alone, because a terrible dragon had curled itself around it one day when all the other monks had gone down to the sea to collect clams.
Birds Of A Feather (601 words) by oneiriad
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Soulmates
Summary: It was because of the raven.
From the Beggar's Cloak (2403 words) by hedgerowhag
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Fairy Tale, References to Norse Religion & Lore, Alternate Universe, i genuinely have no idea how to tag this au
Summary: A Saxon traveller came to befriend a Queen from the northern lands who invited him to spend the festival of Lithasblot in her hall. When the feast began, in the hall the traveller meet a blind beggar who spoke of the Gods and their ploys.
Ex Nihilo (6664 words) by Gnilnim27
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: Alpha/Beta/Omega Dynamics, omega!athelstan, alpha!ragnar, BAMF Lagertha, First Time, Alternate Universe
Summary: An alpha/omega verse AU where omega Athelstan is gifted to King Ragnar as tribute. The sound of heavy boots making their way across the stone floor made Athelstan jump. A finger slid under his chin, tilting his face up, forcing Athelstan to meet the gaze of the man - no, the alpha before him. “What is your name?”
ALTERNATE UNIVERSE / COMPLETE DEPARTURE FROM CANON (& SOME COULD BE REINCARNATION):
Like the sun (4115 words) by Morethancupcake
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Writer Althelstan, First Meetings, Friends to Lovers, Internalized Homophobia, Fluff and Angst, Angst, Angst with a Happy Ending, Jealousy, Infidelity, Canon-Typical Violence, except it's pretty tame compared to the actual show, mention of other characters, Past Abuse, Misunderstandings
Summary: They meet during Summer, in a a town too small for them. Ragnar is like the sun, scorching, burning, and Athelstan isn't sure he will survive.
Head in the Clouds (2563 words) by craple
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - College/University, Pining, Oblivious, Courtship, floki is a terrible friend, lagertha is a hannibal-lecter-come-again, Fluff
Summary: Day #017 - Ragnar Lothbrok is still staring at Athel’s cute perky arse.
of unknown first dates (422 words) by lowsywriter
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Coffee Shops & Cafés, Alternate Universe - College/University, oblivious Athelstan, Pining Ragnar
Summary: from the prompt: "caaan i haaave athelnar + i'm trying to impress you with my skills (cooking, athletic, idk i scream for college au)" Ragnar is a barista at Athelstan's favorite café. A love story written in milk foam.
The Galaxy Beneath Us (805 words) by j_gabrielle
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: Age Difference, Car Sex, PWP, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Marking, Barebacking, Barely Legal, Teacher/Student, Confident!Athelstan, Established Relationship, Secret Relationship
Summary: Ragnar’s car shakes with each thrust, and there is no doubt that the fishermen coming in from sea would know what they are doing in there.
Truth In Triggered Words (3469 words) by FunkyinFishnet
Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Game of Thrones Fusion, Character of Faith, Religion, First Meetings, Alliances
Summary: Dothraki have appeared in the Vale. A young septon who speaks Dothraki, Athelstan, is sent to meet with them, to speak with their khal and gain an alliance for the Vale.
THE MOSTLY SMUTTY & SOME FEELS ONES:
To speak a word with you (1040 words) by agnesanutter
Additional Tags: Fluff, Love Confessions
Summary: Ragnar and Athelstan share a bed after Ragnar tells Athelstan his truth.
Stars When You Shine (2017 words) by craple
Rating: Explicit
Additional Tags: 5+1 Things, Semi-Public Sex, Accidental Voyeurism
Summary: Ragnar is a good friend, after all. Surely he will share the priest, his sweet priest with a friend, will he not? Or 5 times people randomly catch Ragnar/Athelstan having sex +1 time Ragnar allows Floki to watch.
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