February - Mephisto Ships: Shura; Angel; Rin; Amaimon
March - Lucifer Ships: Homare; Saburouta; Mephisto; Yukio
April - Lewin Ships: Neuhaus; Angel; Shura; Demons
May - Shirou Ships: Mephisto; Osceola; Tatsuma; Nagatomo
June - Shura Ships: Angel; Lena; Liu; Mamushi
July - Konekomaru Ships: Rin; Takara; Shiemi; Izumo
August - Izumo Ships: Shiemi; Paku; Yukio | Bonus Round: Paku & Shiemi is reserved for Week 4!
September - Yukio Ships: Renzou; Bon; Shiemi; Konekomaru
October - Renzou Ships: Konekomaru; Izumo; Paku; Shiemi
November - Ryuuji Ships: Izumo; Renzou; Konekomaru; Godaiin
December - Rin Ships: Shiemi; Izumo; Bon; Renzou
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SUGGESTED THEMES
Day 1: Food / Family
Day 2: Alternate Universe / Lies
Day 3: Fight / Illness
Day 4: Confession / Dreams
Day 5: Truths / Curse
Day 6: Firsts / Goodbyes
Day 7: Free Day / Holidays
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F.A.Q.
Why did you decide to create this?
The main intention is to always have on ongoing, set event that everyone can refer back to and participate year after year, even should this blog's activity decrease. Ideally this will also relieve some of the stress others may feel at the thought of creating new events from scratch, or simply provide an avenue to give spotlight to ships that don't normally receive attention. That being said, everyone is more than free to run separate events during any time slot; I'll be happy to advertise them here should they come up!
What tag can I use to participate?
In addition to the ship tag, you can use the following: #aoexshipweek #aoexshipweek2025, etc. You can also tag the account (@aoex-shipping-events) or send a DM to the account to make sure your entry is reblogged!
What if I want to participate but don't have the time/energy to create something new?
You can submit previously created fanworks! Alternatively, leaving feedback for other creators is a great way to be an active participant in this event, so don't be shy and reblog, leave comments on fics, artworks, etc!
Do I have to participate on every week/month event? Can I focus on platonic dynamics instead? What about polyships?
Do whatever sparks joy, the world is your oyster, there are no limits!
What content will be shared by the account?
This event is accessible to all ages. Any type of media (fic, art, edits, etc.) is accepted, including 18+ content. Just please keep anything spicier under a cut or a link with appropriate content warnings for audience discretion.
Why did you include/not include [insert ship/character]?
The intention was to make sure to cover most of the popular ships (and give love to minor ones too!), while also keeping most months themed to a certain character to allow room for additional ships not included. December, for example, is all about Rin, so although Rin/Godaiin didn't get a dedicated week, feel free to have fun with this pairing anyway throughout the month of December!
What if I don't like/approve of [insert ship of your choice]?
This blog respects everyone's choice to participate in and/or avoid its available content, and thus strives to tag all posts accordingly so everyone can curate their own experience. If any post is lacking a tag, feel free to send an ask or DM to get it corrected!
For additional questions, please refer to the ao3 collection or send an ask!
Presenting the Arc Knight known as the Master of Lightning, Lewin Light!
Week 1 - Igor Neuhaus
Week 2 - Arthur A. Angel
Week 3 - Kirigakure Shura
Week 4 - Demons
Throughout the month of April, participants are encouraged to create fic, art, etc. of some of the key relationships of the Arc Knight. If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
The Illuminati Welcomes YOU...! To Celebrate Lucifer, Demon King of Light!
Week 1 - Homare Toudou
Week 2 - Saburouta Toudou
Week 3 - Mephisto Pheles
Week 4 - Yukio Okumura
Throughout the month of March, we encourage you to create fic, art, etc. of some of the key relationships of the Commander. If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
The Illuminati Welcomes YOU...! To Celebrate Lucifer, Demon King of Light!
Week 1 - Homare Toudou
Week 2 - Saburouta Toudou
Week 3 - Mephisto Pheles
Week 4 - Yukio Okumura
Throughout the month of March, we encourage you to create fic, art, etc. of some of the key relationships of the Commander. If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
To start the year off, why not celebrate with some of this fandom's canon ships?
Week 1 - Mamushi Houjou & Juuzou Shima
Week 2 - Yuri Egin & Satan
Week 3 - Shirou Fujimoto & Yuri Egin
Week 4 - Torako & Tatsuma Suguro
Throughout the month of January, participants are encouraged to create fic, art, etc. of some of the canon ships from Blue Exorcist. If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
Wondering what other canon ships the series currently has? Check out the read more below!
Throughout the month of August, participants are encouraged to create fic, art, etc. of some of Izumo's key relationships! If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
Presenting our resident cat-lover and team strategist, Miwa Konekomaru!
Week 1 - Okumura Rin
Week 2 - Takara Nemu
Week 3 - Moriyama Shiemi
Week 4 - Kamiki Izumo
Throughout the month of July, participants are encouraged to create fic, art, etc. of some of Konekomaru's key relationships. If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
Presenting our multi-talented, ever-enduring, bombshell of a ninja exorcist, Shura Kirigakure!
Week 1 - Arthur A. Angel
Week 2 - Lena (from the movie!)
Week 3 - Cheng-Long Liu
Week 4 - Mamushi Houjou
Throughout the month of June, participants are encouraged to create fic, art, etc. of some of the key relationships of our beloved kickass ninja! If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
On work days, Osceola, absolutely. He keeps his hair in its braid as much as possible, and only washes it on certain washdays, but gelling and styling the rest of his hair takes him quite a while. His regalia also takes a bit to get on and make sure it stays on. I also imagine he has a bit more of an in depth skin/hygiene routine than Shirou. On their days off, it's a tossup. It depends if they're both in casual clothing, or if Shirou's wearing his cassock. If they're both in casual clothing, Osceola usually takes longer to get ready, but if Shirou's wearing his cassock, he usually takes more time.
34) Do they go dates? What are they like?
Yes! Osceola and Shirou go on a lot of small dates. If their breaks line up, they'll go out to get coffee together, or they'll eat lunch together (that Osceola makes) if they're both at the Vatican! When they have the time and the money, which is a fairly rare occurrence, they do like to go on proper dates! They tend to stay pretty close to the Vatican or True Cross Academy Town. Their go to date is going out to eat, because Osceola enjoys trying new foods. They also frequent the True Cross healing baths. They both build up a ton of tension in their bodies, and the hot water is a great way to loosen some of that up. Shirou always books a private bath, so there isn't an issue with Osceola's tattoos (or any weird looks.)
42) What's their favorite feature of their partner?
Well, Shirou is Shirou... and Shirou likes Osceola's ass. Osceola loves Shirou's laugh lines, and will often press kisses to his crow's feet.
49) What do they do when they're away from one another?
Unfortunately, the nature of their work means they often have to spend time apart, so it's a part of of their everyday lives. However, Osceola is the type to keep lots of keepsakes or objects that remind him of Shirou, and scatters them around his house or his office. He'll often wear gifted jewelry when he's out on missions, and he sleeps with a bunch of pillows to make up for the empty space in his bed. Shirou also piles on the pillows, but he can get away with stealing a few of Osceola's spare shirts and keeping them to sleep in.
Neither Shirou nor Osceola are strangers to nightmares, and they’re both light sleepers out of habit, so they tend to wake each other up often. If neither of them are able to sleep, Osceola will make warm drinks for both of them, and then they’ll usually cozy up on the couch together and read, or watch a movie saved on one of their computers.
29) Who licks the spoon when they're baking brownies?
Definitely Shirou. And only when Osceola isn't looking- he's fastidious about kitchen sanitization. Osceola will occasionally lick the spoon or offer to let Shirou lick the spoon once they've finished filling the pans.
43) What is the first thing that changes when they realize they have feelings for each other?
Already being close friends, I imagine the change between friendship and a romantic relationship would be very gradual for Osceola and Shirou. I think the first thing to change once both parties realize they harbor romantic feelings for each other would be an increase in casual, affectionate touch. Asking each other to hand over perfectly reachable objects just to brush fingers, a supportive hand on the shoulder, sitting closer together and holding hands when nobody’s looking.
This post is inspired by @yukiokumura’s rundown on Lighthaus, which you should really check out!
I absolutely adore Shirou/Osceola as a ship! (And I think you should give them a chance)
Here’s some of my reasoning:
They’re close friends.
They worked together for years, and know each other intimately. They’ve both experienced the best and worst parts of each of other, and have accepted them. Exorcism is a profession where trust is tantamount, and high ranking and as members of the Round Table, they worked together often.
They’re both dedicated single fathers who love their (admittedly difficult) sons. Neither of them are perfect parents, but they both do the best with the situations they’re in, and in the end, they both end up making the ultimate sacrifice for their kids. Osceola was also already an experienced parent by the time Shirou got the twins, and could have been a huge help had Shirou let him in.
They have complementary strengths, both in the field, and emotionally. Osceola is a frontline fighter who fights with his fists, where Shirou is primarily a long range combatant with the use of his firearms, which makes them perfect cover for each other. Emotionally, Osceola is open and empathetic where Shirou is reserved and abrasive. Osceola serves as Shirou’s brakes when he needs them, and pushes him to be more open, and Shirou can make the tough calls.
Because of their opposite natures, they force each other to grow.
They’re both stubborn as all hell.
They’ve both experienced unimaginable pain and grief. Because of that, they’re great supports for each other. To roughly quote a piece I wrote with @marble-wolf “your grief doesn’t frighten me.”
If there’s one thing Osceola’s gained from all his years raising Lewin, it’s patience. Shirou isn’t always the easiest person to get along with, and he’s very set in his ways, and often resorts to previous behavior patterns. Osceola knows this, and he accepts Shirou despite it, as long as Shirou can prove he’s willing to work on himself.
CW/TW: Graphic Depictions of Illness, Choking, Grief/Mourning, Past Child Loss, Chronic Illness
The mattress dipped and groaned. Osceola cracked open an eye to see Shirou sprawled out on the bed next to him.
“Hey handsome. How are you feeling?”
“I’ve been better,” Osceola admitted. Speaking irritated the quickly growing seedlings competing for space with the air in his lungs, and he turned to cough into his fist.
“Yeah, well you look like shit. Sound like it too.”
“Shirou!” Osceola huffed.
His partner only shook his head in amusement and leaned closer. Osceola felt a pair of chapped lips press against his forehead and leaned into the kiss.
Shirou’s lips lingered longer against his forehead than strictly necessary for checking his temperature, and Osceola leaned in closer, basking in Shirou’s gentle affection.
With a second, quicker, peck to his forehead, Shirou pulled back, and Osceola stared up adoringly at his partner.
Very few people would ever be lucky enough to see past Shirou’s bite and bluster to witness his compassion, awkward and stunted and stunning. Osceola thought he must be the luckiest man in the world.
“What are you staring at?” Shirou teased, waggling his eyebrows.
Osceola laughed as Shirou bent down and pulled back his lips to check his gums.
“How’s my color?” he asked, pushing himself up against the pillows. “I hope you washed your hands when you got home.”
“Of course I washed them,” Shirou huffed. “I’m not a heathen.” He reached over to dig around in the nightstand. “We’re doing your pulse ox. Have you done a holy water treatment yet today?”
“I haven’t needed it. It’s just a flare up. I can manage.” Osceola hated the way the holy water inhalers seemed to freeze all the air in his lungs, leaving him chilled to the bone. Shirou shot him a disapproving look, and Osceola obediently held out his hand for the pulse oximeter.
Shirou shook his head as he slipped the clip onto Osceola’s finger, and bent down to mockingly kiss the back of Osceola’s hand.
“Shirou!” Osceola scolded as butterflies stirred awake in his chest, “you’re going to skew the reading!”
“Really?” Shirou raised an eyebrow. “Well it’s good to know I still make your heart flutter.”
“Of course you do,” Osceola smiled as he leaned back against the pillows, quickly resetting the pulse oximeter.
The pulse oximeter beeped and Shirou hurriedly stole it from his finger, reading over the numbers with a frown. “I don’t like how low your blood oxygen is. Where did you leave the tanks?”
“They’re in the back of the closet.” Osceola swung his legs off the bed and bent down to rifle through his dresser for his oxygen tube. Shirou turned around holding a tank of oxygen and glared.
“What are you doing out of bed?”
“I’m fine!” Osceola protested.
“Just get back in bed,” Shirou glowered.
Osceola sat back down, maneuvering the tubing in place over his ears. It was routine at this point, although he would need Shirou’s help getting the tape right.
Shirou wheeled the oxygen tank over and quickly connected the tubing, concern and guilt warring on his face. As he stood to grab the medical tape from the drawer, Osceola leaned over the edge of the bed and cupped his partner’s cheek in his palm. With his free hand, he smoothed out the wrinkles between Shirou’s brows.
“I’ll be alright,” Osceola said softly. “This happens every year. The meds do their job well.”
Osceola knew Shirou still blamed himself for infecting him, no matter how many times he argued otherwise. They had both been on the frontlines when the Parasitic Floral Pulmonary Obstruction pandemic had swept through the ranks of the Order. It was easy for Shirou to point a finger at himself due to their proximity, but the truth was that infection had been inevitable. Who and how didn’t matter.
Shirou refused to meet Osceola’s eyes. “That’s not the point,” he grumbled, fidgeting with the tape in his hands. “I wish you would take more time off. Everyone knows how rough this time of year is for you. You could at least get two weeks off.”
“We both know I’d go crazy with that much free time on my hands,” Osceola sighed. The weeks leading up to the anniversary of Tina’s death were a special kind of torture. The guilt and the grief was already suffocating in and of itself- if Osceola let himself dwell on the would have, should have, could have been- he would drive himself to an early grave.
“Besides, I’ve been monitoring my spore count carefully,” Osceola continued. “It’s been practically undetectable before today. I’ve been taking all the proper precautions.”
“I know,” Shirou smiled, squeezing Osceola’s hand before ducking out of his palm to tape the cannula properly in place. “It’s yourself you’re not taking care of.”
Osceola sighed. He couldn’t argue with the truth. “You took tomorrow off?”
Osceola had given up trying to convince Shirou he would be fine on his own years ago. Truthfully, he appreciated the company. He wasn’t sure how he had managed so many years on his own.
“You’re not getting rid of me,” Shirou agreed, as he hopped up onto the bed and slipped himself under Osceola’s arm. “Maybe this year you’ll cough up something I’m not allergic to.”
“It’s been daisies for the past five years,” Osceola grumbled, choking on his sigh. The tissue box landed in his lap, and Osceola squeezed Shirou’s arm gratefully.
He didn’t bother looking at whatever bit of greenery he had spat up, handing the tissue to Shirou to toss in the trash while he swallowed back the bitter taste filling his mouth.
“It’s going to be daisies again. I can feel it.”
“Well then, I guess we’ll both just be miserable,” Shirou set his glasses down on the nightstand. “I’m going to grab you a glass of water. Want anything else?”
“I don’t have much of an appetite,” Osceola admitted.
“Maruta made brownies earlier. I’ll grab you one.” Shirou balanced on his knees to kiss Osceola on the cheek before hopping off the bed. “You just sit there and look pretty. I’ll be right back.”
Osceola didn’t have time to scold Shirou about the potential crumbs he would be bringing into their bed before his partner was out the door.
He sank back into the pillows with a smile as he watched Shirou’s retreating silhouette.
He must have nodded off at some point, because when he opened his eyes again, Shirou was perched on the edge of the bed, a somewhat smushed brownie wrapped in a paper towel in one hand. The chocolate did smell delicious.
“We’re going to get ants,” Osceola warned Shirou, even as he reached for the brownie.
“We’ll be changing the sheets anyways,” Shirou shrugged.
“It’s still warm,” Osceola marveled as he held the brownie in his palm.
“Maruta was keeping them warm in the oven until you woke up. You’re always spoiling us, so it’s only fair.”
Osceola smiled around his mouthful of chocolate. He was touched by the priest’s kind actions. “Are you going to spoil me too?” he teased, reaching for the glass of water on the nightstand.
“Whatever you want,” Shirou cupped Osceola’s face in his hands, leaning upwards to leave a trail of kisses down the bridge of Osceola’s nose.
“Will my husband get in his pajamas early and join me in bed?” Osceola raised an eyebrow.
“Sure thing. Let me just get out of this old thing.” Shirou stepped back from the bed and shook his ass as he lifted up the hem of his cassock. It was a ridiculous sight- the cassock, while built for a certain amount of flexibility in the field, was precisely tailored and heavy, and the material hardly lended itself to draping in any way that looked remotely sexy.
Osceola gave up on trying to stifle his laughter. As he leaned forward, something gave way in his chest, lodging itself firmly in his windpipe. The taste of phlegm and bitter greens filled his mouth as his chest spasmed, and he fought desperately for air. Shirou’s hand came to rest on his back and a tissue was held up to his mouth. Osceola groped blindly for Shirou’s other hand as he exhaled forcefully, spitting up the clot with a final violent cough.
“Don’t make me laugh again.”
“Sorry about that,” Shirou smiled sadly. “I guess I’ll have to save the strip tease for later.”
“You should add some stockings next time,” Osceola teased.
“Now that’s an idea,” Shirou grinned. “I think I’ll just go for boxers and a t-shirt tonight.”
Osceola sunk back into the pillows with a hum, watching shamelessly as his partner changed.
“You should sleep.” Shirou clambered into the bed, pulling the blankets up around them.
“I slept most of the day,” Osceola admitted. “I haven’t seen you all day.”
Shirou propped himself up on his side. “I’m not going anywhere. I’ll still be here tomorrow.”
Osceola stared down at the sea of blankets covering the bed, the wrinkles where the blankets folded to conform to the shape of their bodies creating miniature breaks and swells. Tomorrow felt like a ten ton weight on his chest.
“Have you talked to either of the twins today?” Osceola asked.
The twins were both staying in the dorms at True Cross, Yukio on an academic scholarship and Rin attending as a lottery student. A lottery that had a lot less to do with luck than with blood, Osceola suspected, but it doesn’t change the fact that he couldn’t be prouder of both of them. Still, this would be the first year both of the twins will be gone on the anniversary of Tina’s death. Part of Osceola was glad that they wouldn't be home to watch him struggle, but the house already felt too empty.
“They’re both doing fine,” Shirou nodded. “Although Rin and Moriyama missed your class today.”
Osceola smiled. His son and Shiemi Moriyama were his best students. His only students, technically, since his class at the Cram School was elective, but it didn’t undermine the fact that they were both brilliant students. Rin had a bit of a headstart over Moriyama, given that he had been working in the kitchen with Osceola since Shirou would let him hold a knife, but she was catching up quickly. Shirou had corroborated that her knowledge of medicinal plants and herbs was unmatched amongst the Cram School students, and although her use of said herbs in the kitchen could be somewhat unorthodox at times, Osceola was confident he could steer her in a more culinarily acceptable direction.
“I doubt they’ll be missing me as much tomorrow,” Shirou huffed. “You know the kids would come home if you asked. They worry about you too.”
“I don’t want to worry them,” Osceola sighed. “They should focus on their studies. I wouldn’t want them to fall behind because of me.” He hated the idea of being a burden to his sons. “We’ll all see each other this weekend. I’ll be fine.”
“Well, if you want them to focus, at least send them both a text to know you haven’t kicked the bucket. Just don’t send them a selfie.”
“Do I really look that bad?” Osceola certainly felt like death warmed over, and he didn’t imagine his swollen eyes and messy, sweaty hair did anything to help his appearance.
“I hate to break it to you babe, but oxygen tubes just really aren’t your look.” Shirou reached up to tug on Osceola’s sleeve. “Lay down already, I want to cuddle my husband.”
“You’re not going to tell me about your day?” Osceola teased as he shifted to get comfortable. He felt Shirou’s arms wrap around his chest.
“Not unless you want to hear me complain about Tsubaki leaving his class unattended for his booty calls again,” Shirou murmured into Osceola’s shoulder blades.
“I think you can leave out the details this time.” Osceola wrapped Shirou’s hands in his own, pulling their bodies closer together, till he could feel Shirou’s heartbeat, nearly in sync with his own.
“Good.” Shirou trailed a line of kisses up the back of Osceola’s neck, leaving Osceola’s hair standing on end. “No more work talk.”
“No more work talk,” Osceola agreed, sinking into the pillows, secure in Shirou’s embrace.
Presenting the former Paladin and adoptive father of the Okumura twins, Fujimoto Shirou!
Week 1 - Mephesto Pheles
Week 2 - Osceola Redarm
Week 3 - Tatsuma Suguro
Week 4 - Nagatomo Seishirou
Throughout the month of May, participants are encouraged to create fic, art, etc. of some of the key relationships of the former Paladin. If there is a different ship you want to explore not listed, please feel free to join in anyway and participate throughout the month!
(P.S. If you're looking for Yuri, their week is in January! But don't let that stop you from giving them love now!)
Each week runs from Sunday to Saturday. For more information (prompts, questions), check out this post & the corresponding ao3 collection.
3, 20…. And as for 16 do they go to the beach 🤔if not, what is a preferred outdoor activity
3. Who takes longer getting ready?
Neuhaus. He has a morning ritual that he goes through, though it's not particularly involved. The standard brush hair, brush teeth, put on clothes, and so on. Occasionally that might involve a shower. Lewin rolls out of bed and gets to work unless he's forced into basic hygiene.
20. What do they argue about the most?
When to take a break. Lewin is free with his breaks and his naps. He's not a stranger to an all nighter, but he knows the benefit of a good rest. Neuhaus is more likely to throw himself into his work without stop. Lewin has to put a bit of pressure on to get Neuhaus to settle down. They never full on argue about it, but disagreements arise.
16. Who reminds the other to put on sunscreen before going to the beach (or pool)?
The beach or pool involves water and Lewin is allergic to water. Meanwhile, Neuhaus is allergic to sun.
If they do go outside, it's to a park in the evening hours. Somewhere nice and subdued with the only people around being an elderly couple taking an evening stroll on the nearby sidewalk. They're probably there because Lewin insisted they needed some fresh air and Neuhaus begrudgingly followed (but is thankful for the step away from the stuffy lab for an hour or so).
Lewin is the overt snuggler and will enthusiastically drape himself over Neuhaus at any given moment. Neuhaus is fine with this outcome and will keep Lewin close.
42. What is their favorite feature of their partner?
Already answered!
50. Who gets overwhelmed by small acts of kindness?
Neuhaus. Especially in the beginning of the relationship when they were just getting used to each other. Lewin loves freely and openly and Neuhaus has in a self imposed isolation for months and in mourning for his wife for over a decade and a half. It took a while for them to learn how they fit together but Lewin is impatient and would have made his presence known any moment he could.
10. Who sets the other’s ringtone to something loud and obnoxious behind their back?
Neither one of them would do this, but Lewin would change Neuhaus' ringtone on his own phone to something loud, cutesy, and obnoxious.
42. What is their favorite feature of their partner?
Lewin likes Neuhaus' hands (the ones attached to his body). He likes watching them when they work. He likes the shape of them. He likes to hold them. He likes the way they feel on him.
Neuhaus likes Lewin's eyes and will take any excuse to brush his hair away just to get a look at them. (But he would never ask Lewin to cut his hair.)
49. What do they do when they’re away from each other?
Neuhaus has his mad scientist work that he's doing for Mephisto. He's either working on the Devil⭐️Punisher, synthesizing the different types of flames, or working on furthering elixir research--without using human experimentation.
Lewin has his own work as an Arch Knight and as a teacher at True Cross that consumes his time.
They're both workaholics when they're not together. Hell, they're workaholics when they're together too, one often helping the other with their work. Usually it's Lewin helping Neuhaus because he finds his experiments interesting.
