Ramblings of a new fanfic writer

My voracious love of reading morphed into a compulsion to write after discovering Ghost and fanfic at the ripe old age of 38. Some NSFW stuff but my brain seems determined to push out dorky stuff... I'm on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/users/GhulehVous/works

[ghulehvous]

Master list of works

I feel a bit of an imposter having a master list with such a small number of works, but I tend to post them entirely on Ao3 since they're so long... and maybe this'll also encourage me to get my arse in gear and write more!

In progress

104 days of summer vacation: Primo is Papa and sends Secondo and Terzo - and their teenage brother Copia - on a road trip during the summer before their last year of Seminary to connect with "real people". Mayhem ensures. It's basically a sitcom-y excuse to put the brothers into all sorts of unlikely situations.

Haeresis Heiress: Secondo is six months into his papacy when the universe, via social services, drops an earth-shattering revelation in his lap. Not only does he have a teenaged daughter he knew nothing about, he is now her only living parent. Luckily (or not) his brothers are on hand to help as she starts her new life at the Ministry. (Dramedy)

Letters from the Ministry: A series of satirical letters from the people with the real power - the Ministry's Department of (In)Human Resources. (Comedy/satire)

One shots

A Kinktober Unholy Trinity

An accidental offering: Some plant-based bondage when a young Primo accidentally summons a notorious succubus.

Black candle: Secondo calls on a Sister of Sin for a late-night ritual. (wax play)

Open plan: Copia is restless in his humdrum meeting until Dew calls and offers to ease his boredom.

[ghulehvous]

'Twas the Night Before Yule

‘Twas the night before Yule, and all through the Abbey,

The Sisters were chanting “Con dio, con clavi!”

The candles were lit on the altar infernal,

Invoking the Olde One to grant life eternal.

Papa Nihil was tucked up in bed with his sax,

While Seestor complained everything had got lax.

Copia was working, alone with his quill,

Balancing spreadsheets, paying every bill.

When outside the Chapel arose a commotion.

“I lost my head, yet you got a promotion!”

Cardi left the accounts – columns of Mummy Dust –

and ran to the chapel to see what was the fuss.

The hallway was bathed in ethereal light,

And before him three figures moved, shiny and white.

His eyes widened with shock; it just couldn’t be!

His brothers Emeritus! One, two and three!

With their spectral forms all transparent and pale,

He knew they had travelled from beyond the veil.

With his fingers to his lips Primo did whistle,

And called out some names, his voice aged and brittle.

“Now Dewdrop! Now Cirrus! Swiss, Rain and Mountain!

"On Sunshine! On Lussy! Aurora and Phantom!”

Around them the air cracked as each ghoul appeared,

Behind their masks grinning from ghoul ear to ear.

Cardi gulped. “Brothers! I’m glad to see you once more!”

They were here for revenge. Of that, he was sure. 

Why else would they come as the clock struck midnight,

If not to snuff him out in some devilish rite?

“Killed playing UNO, keeping ourselves to ourselves,

"Now forever doomed to line the Relic Hall’s shelves!”

Primo, the eldest, teased, his form lighter than air,

While Secondo directed him his trademark glare.

“Pah! I do not know why you all act so maudlin!

“This band was nothing ‘til I brought the awards in!”

Terzo said with a scoff then grinned at Cardi’s fear.

“You were a big jerk but that’s not why we’re here.”

“We come with a warning to keep Yule the right way.

“To spend it in pleasure, no work and all play.

“Employee of the Month won’t mean much when you’re dead,

“So put down the pen, brother. Let’s party instead!”

The ghouls then brought Sisters, a tree and a wreath,

And brightly wrapped gifts which they placed underneath.

A mitre, a mic stand, the best olive oil,  

The only baked goods Dewdrop hadn’t yet spoiled.

Cardi looked on in awe, his heart fit to burst,

As his brothers dove into the orgy headfirst.

The party went on until first light of day,

Worshipping Satan the Emeritus way.

The new Frater Imperator joined in with glee,

Becoming the picture of festivity!

His jacket shone more than every glass bauble.

He tickled some taints, his ass gave a wobble!

When at last the chimes sounded, it was time to go,

To return to the Hellish dimension below,

The brothers called out as they faded from sight:

“Yule blessings to all, and to all a debauched night!

[ghulehvous]

New chapter - The Emeritus brothers hit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Secondo studied the floor plan as the line inched forward. “We should devise a plan though so we can find Ghost’s entry and make the most of our visit. We’ll all be expected to lead the band to spread our Dark Lord’s message one day so this should be very educational.”

“Educational?” Terzo snorted, rousing from his hunched sulk. “That is the opposite of what rock music is supposed to be! Do you think about catechism when you listen to the mighty Maiden? No! You feel it right here, si?” He cupped his crotch in a way that made the mild-mannered couple behind them edge away.

“I never thought I’d say this but he’s right,” Copia shrugged.

Terzo peered over his diamante-encrusted sunglasses. "Is that why you’re wearing an A-ha! shirt? You feel them in the balls?”

***

You can find the full chapter on my Ao3. Sorry it’s been ages - I’m only just getting my mojo back after eye surgery. If you haven’t read 104 days of summer vacation before and like the sort of dorky humour in the. Halters, give it go :) It’s a light-hearted fic that follows Secondo, Terzo and Copia as young adults on a road trip across the US. This time they hit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Terzo has plans for some improve,ents…

[ghulehvous]

I wrote a set of #Letters from the Ministry about the characters in @sisterprocrastinator ‘s amazing fic Essence of Quinn because it’s her birthday today! Sneak peek below - if you haven’t read this epic story, I can’t recommend it enough!

The full set is on my Ao3

[dewymorningstar]

Daily Dose of Daddy Secondo

🖤

[ghulehvous]

Fanfic Fan-club June / July 2024

Some of my May / June / July fanfic highlights. I intended to this monthly no I’ll try. But I came out of eye surgery in May severely sight impaired and hyperlinking is a bitch…

I’ve tried to give a range and recommend some different authors from past time. Enjoy! (I’ve tagged the author where o knew their Tumblr name - let me know if you know any I’ve missed)

ABBA-Esque by richcreamybutter: one of my go-to comfort reads. Terzo/Copia in a snowy, Swedish cabin. (A delicious long fic with 4 complete parts, smut glorious smut, older fic)

Dawn Chorus by @her-satanic-wiles : T|his is such an interesting take on Dracopia, who captures a banished angel (in progress, make sure to read the content warnings)

I Knew Nothing but Shadows by @writingjourney : Papa IV/reader though more of an OC who is the Ministry’s painter in residence with a mysterious past. I’ve really been enjoying this version of Papa IV (in progress, a great mix of mystery and smut)

Rubenesque by @da-rulah : a delicious one-shot with retired Secondo, who’s taken up,painting, and his muse/lover. Also check out Rituale Septem - another of my comfort reads. (Smut glorious smut, one shot, make sure you check content warnings for body image)

The Guidance of the Morning Star By AlexYverr: Papa III is ascending to the papacy but it won’t be easy, especially when his family is being tight-lipped about the secrets of the void and he’s also dealing with the return of an old flame. (In progress, fantastic world building with demons and magic and plenty of mystery)

The Celi-Bet by @papasmicstand : A super fun. Shorter fic where all four Papas pledge “no nut November” - who will make it to the end of the month unscathed? (Shorter, humorous fic, smut glorious smut)

Would love to hear more about what you’ve been reading!

[ghulehvous]

Brethren - I am shocked. Socked and appalled that we could be so fickle - so goddamn frail - as to mourn the woman who gave the order for their demise. Never forget!

[blackbird5154]

I feel a little weird joining a slogan that sounds like a serious political statement talking about a fictional musical universe. However, I definitely know which side I'm on.

I'm not going to accuse people of grieving for a character they may have liked. But she fucking deserved a worse death.

[costumersupportdept]

as someone who lived through September 11th as a Fully Functioning Human Old Enough To Remember, fucking use that slogan, it's been co-opted by enough Right Wing Assholes for their own platforms that I'd love to see them get angry about it and reawaken the Satanic Panic through their own stupidity.

[ghulehvous]

A hundred times yes @costumersupportdept 🖤 This was written as a bit of a piss-take of those who fall behind such slogans for political gain. I saw an opportunity in the Ghostverse and couldn’t resist.

I am still salty about the previous Papas though…

[ghulehvous]

Brethren - I am shocked. Socked and appalled that we could be so fickle - so goddamn frail - as to mourn the woman who gave the order for their demise. Never forget!

[highwarlockofphilly]

Hello! I’m a Secondo gal through and through and I *adore* how you write him. If you’re up for it, I’d love to see him pursuing (and winning over) a conquest who doesn’t automatically fall at his feet :) (In my head this is Gwen from your YWPwtS series but I think it works as a stand-alone too!)

Thank you! 🖤

LISTEN listen. I have had two requests to write about Gwen x Secondo and have started a doc for it, and now this.

So I must ask: If I were to write a series focusing on Secondo and Gwen in my vampire verse, would that be something you’d be interested in? (I’m also asking anyone who reads this the same question cuz I gotta know)

[ghulehvous]

Can I get a HELL YEAH! from the conjuration for a Gwen x Secondo series?!

I’m so happy that others have asked you for this! I love the Emeritus clan but Gwen might just be my favourite character lol

[dewymorningstar]

Daily Dose of Daddy Secondo

🖤

[ghulehvous]

My love 😭🖤🖤

[highwarlockofphilly]

I'm With You Always- now complete!

Papa Emeritus III was dead. The Devil decided to change that.

art by @ryuzatodraws-backup

Part 1: For How Else Could You See Me

Papa Emeritus III was risen from the dead after several long years spent in the darkness and was forced to face a world that had moved on without him. He had no idea who brought him back or why. All he knew was that he was desperate to feel their healing light upon him again.

Part 2: Would You Let Me Touch Your Soul Forever?

With his savior's identity finally revealed, Terzo began to receive the answers to the questions that had haunted him since his resurrection. As he and his savior learned to navigate this new stage of their relationship, however, Terzo soon realized that their struggles were far from over. It turns out Sister Imperator wasn't the only one who wanted Terzo out of the way.

Part 3: Remember Always That Love Is All You Need

Terzo and Lucifer were ready for their happily ever after, but there were still some unanswered questions that haunted them. Who had attacked the ministry? What did they want? The appearance of an old, familiar face would give them some of the answers they sought, as well as an entirely new set of concerns to hang over their heads. The coronation attack had only been the start.

Prequel: A Story To Be Told

Truthfully, it didn’t matter who or what controlled the phenomenon. All that mattered was that every angel would be given the chance to experience true, unconditional love. Lucifer had nearly given up on that possibility. Why would he be allowed a soulmate after all that had happened?

[ghulehvous]

Huuuuuuuuge congratulations to the amazing writer and generally splendid human bean @highwarlockofphilly on the completion of this fantastic series. 🥂 If you haven’t read it, run d don’t walk…it will break your heart and put it back together all over again. As well as deliver stunning writing and some soul#destroying smut!

I’ m about to get all mushy and massively over share, but I’m a huge believer in the power of fanfic and maybe someone out there needs to hear this right now. This beautiful story is one of two I discovered as I climbed aboard one of those downward rollercoasters life gives you sometimes. (The other being @sisterprocrastinator ‘s Clergy series…again, go check it out if you haven’t read it!). I’d found I had a degenerative eye condition and I would go on to lose about 80 per cent of my vision over the next 12 months.

I often get told I’m “resilient” or “coping really well” and I can hand on heart say a lot of that is down to these two stories. As I recovered from surgeries the beautiful characters in these stories kept me company and my spirits up. Oh my good days,I shared their joy. On the days I struggled to come to terms with what was happening to me, I had their examples…how they dealt with and lived through their trauma, how they didn’t always get it “right” and how they were still beautiful, amazing and loved m despite this. More human than many actual humans I know…And in both, representation of disabled characters who aren’t just tragic…

Thank you to both. Part of me will grieve the excitement of heading off to read the latest chapter of this, as I will with Essence of Quinn when that comes to an end, but it’s ok as I know they’ll be there in my bookmarks.

[kabukiaku]

WERK IT, BONE DADDY! 🖤✨

[ghulehvous]

Ohhh, I love this!

[ghulehvous]

Anyone else feel like the kid in the Year Zero video is judging them? 👀👀👀

[gravehags]

cardinal copia in his cassock & biretta - an appreciation post

[ghulehvous]

I do love Cardi in his cassock...

[ghulehvous]

Letter's from the Ministry - the Cardinal's white suit

Cardinal Copia

Men’s Dormitories, Corridor C, Room 4, Ministry Headquarters

6 May 2018 

Your Dark Eminence,

Congratulations on the opening night of Rats! On the Road. Last night was a visual triumph and a thoroughly satisfactory tribute to our Infernal Majesty. We believe we will see great things from you. 

Speaking of seeing you: while reviewing YouTube footage at our Senior Leadership meeting this morning, the Ministry’s Head Physician remarked that - I quote - “while you appeared happy to wave Satan’s blessings around in front of a packed auditorium, you have yet to show them to a healthcare professional”. While they were able to complete a fairly comprehensive visual inspection via YouTube, they did advise that you please stop ignoring the Infirmary’s reminders and book a follow-up appointment as a matter of urgency on your return to the Ministry. 

We don’t like to interfer but, honestly, for Lucifer’s sake…get your junk looked at. 

Hail Satan and kindnest regards, 

Ministry (In)Human Resources

Cc: Ministry files - Copia, Cardinal; Sister Imperator; Ministry Infirmary and Health Services

[demonlayercake]

you and i see eye to eye

[ghulehvous]

*swoon*

[ghulehvous]

Letters from the Ministry - Primo's Secret Garden

1 May 2024

Dear Papa Primo,

We enclose a copy of the media crisis management plan should rumours of your “special garden” further escalate. 

In summary, we aim to:

Paint you as a harmless but wise old man with a penchant for herbs and healing - a sort of green-fingered Gandalf. We will draw on the many depictions of you in fan fiction to promote this identity

Downplay the sheer scale of your operations (for Satan’s sake, Papa, you had enough plants to keep the whole North American continent baked for at least three years); and

Should these fail, we will emphasise the many medicinal properties of your produce. Fortunately, we can pin your jerky movements during your tour cycles on arthritis and draw attention away from the fact you were ripped to the tits on Mary Jane.

It is very important that you memorise these media lines to take and do not delegate media interviews to Special Ghoul.our approval of the budget for your proposed hydroponics project is dependent on your cooperation with this matter.

NemA and kindest regards,

Ministry (In)Human Resources

Cc: Ministry files - Emeritus, Papa I; Sister Imperator; Ministry Dept. of Landscaping & Estate Management