Akeshu Fanfic Recs ♡
All I have done during this quarantine is eat, sleep, and breathe akeshu. Amidst powering through Persona 5 Royal I have read so much fanfiction. I always love when people give recommendations so I thought I would too! Be sure to read tags before you read in case one of these fics has something you’re not comfortable with. (I’ll also probably make an nsfw list later because I’m bored and I’m thirsty apparently) Enjoy!
New game + by Tayani
I feel like I shouldn’t have to recommend the epitome of akeshu culture but here it is. NG+ is one of the best fics I have ever read. It’s Akira restarting the game with all his memories in tact from the previous run. It’s beautifully written with peak Goro representation and it’s absolutely amazing. Its a long one with a roller coaster of emotions but its worth every second.
Yesterday’s Protagonist by valiantarmor
This IS IT YA’LL. This is the fic that officially turned me into a goroboi. Takes place past vanilla p5 where Goro lives and Akira reunites with him several years later. A beautiful fic where both boys heal their past scares and grow to love each other. God I love this fic I couldn’t recommend it more.
L’appel du vide by Xov (not completed)
Another time travel fic because apparently we all like to see Akira suffer. Akira’s past and future haunt him. Its hard to describe this one but its very well known in the akeshu fandom. Its wonderfully written and I feel like the impending doom I feel at each update will kill me BUT I recommend it immensely.
Hungry Thirsty Roots by coolkidroland
Au where Goro has a palace and Akira is desperate to help him. Some of the other thieves are not necessarily on the same page. Side of makoharu. One of the first fics I’ve read and the characterization ya’ll the CHARACTERIZATION is amazing. 1000/10.
Several people are typing... by Txbris (not completed)
This one is still updating but its amazing! A chatfic that takes place during p5 and is heading towards the events of royal. Its hilarious but also emotional and I jump at every update. If you love desperate pinning Akira then click away.
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A twitter fic told in tweets! Akira has 50000 private accounts and is obsessed with feathermen fanfic writer, murderless crow, who has some secrets of their own. Amazing fic that has me dying of laughter multiple times. Yet it had a lot of lore??? Incredible, read it!
Kintsugi by Daughterofthewest/Ethereally
Occurs post the events of vanilla p5 where seeds of mementos open up and the phantom thieves are back to close them. Akira enters the velvet room only to see Lavenza and Goro. Goro is his new attendent. Good old emotional/slowburn/redemption fic that had me weeping at 3am.
Polaris by pastel_didactic
Au where the Phantom thieves are wanted criminals who take out big baddies irl (no personas). Goro is a detective who despite trying to catch the famous criminal Joker, catches feelings for him instead. I love this fic, its one of the top ones I reread from time to time. Does have a fair amount of violence though so read the tags just in case!
Home is where the heart is by sinnamon_nerd (not completed)
Fem! Akira fic where she returns home and has to deal with the scrutiny from her peers. Luckily she runs in to a familiar face with an undercut (hngggg goro with a undercut kills me). Its such a sweet, adorable fic and each update warms my heart. The vibe of Akira’s hometown is so quaint and Goro is mad pinning. 10000/10 perfect for keeping warm during this quarantine
Shuake’s first lovers holidays series by yukari
Two one shots that take place after p5r. Just sweet fluffy fics about Goro making a split decision to see Akira in his hometown on valentines day. So fluffy and soft I love these fics.
Bona fide villain? by mar (gloomy ghost) (not completed)
Sort of character study of Goro that takes place during p5. A redemption arc for Goro which also includes him having a palace. Wonderfully written and really looks into Goro’s character.
Customer Connections by Chummy/Hator (not completed)
Starbucks au full of memes and a SHIT TON of overworked employees. I LOVE Goro in this fic, he’s a mood. Highly recommend this one especially, if your an overworked gremlin like Goro.
The Great Birthday Massacre of St. Valentine’s Day by papersandals
The PTs throw an incredibly last minute birthday party for Akira. Goro is not amused by their shenanigans (neither is Akira). Funny, cute fic where Goro and Akira get their revenge on their stupid friends by having their own party.
The Next Time Around by chashmish
If you like pain then this fic is for you. I struggled to like this one at first but I’m so glad I finished it. Alternate au where Akira goes to his friend Ann’s wedding in Venice where he runs into his ex Goro Akechi. The scenery is beautiful and the characters are beautiful. Its just beautiful.
and without knowing I feel asleep by joshriku
Goro is a tired boi and he takes naps on Akira’s shoulder. Soft fluff
Normalcy (and how to be happy without it) by the_pen_dragon
Goro cannot cook worth a shit. Akira still loves him.
orange ball of love by venusbot
Ren cannot cook worth a shit. Goro still loves him.
A study in distress by Xov
Everything by Xov is TOP TIER. College au where Goro and Akira have been friends for years and Akira has a crush on Goro. He tries to avoid him because he believes its unrequited. Akira’s an idiot.
Flashing lights by navibot
Goro learns to open up and Akira is here to listen.
An unexpected friend by kougayon
Goro adopts a puppy while Akira is gone on a business trip. Morgana is not amused.
(You Play me) like a fiddle by Lia404
Goro plays the violin and Akira plays the guitar. Akira really wants Goro in his band. (Full of musical pieces which I love!!!!)
