𝕹𝖔𝖝𝖚𝖘 𝖜𝖔𝖗𝖐𝖘 𝖇𝖞 𝖏𝖊𝖗𝖗𝖞
𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐬
🗡 A Voice whispering in the Shadows ~ Swain, character study
Jericho Swain was never one to believe in myths or fairy tales, nor was he fascinated by occult teachings. But ever since he was a little boy, he heard something whispering in the shadows. He believes it's only childish imagination, however, the whispers follow wherever his conquests lead him and he hears them after each battle. When he nearly dies in Ionia, he finally realizes that the whispers belong to an ancient and powerful demon prowling the shadows of the empire. Defeated and cast out, he sees no other option than to seek out this demon and try to wield its power for the good of Noxus.
🗡 The Emperor - Swain ~ Swain, character study/backstory
"I was born a patrician." A tarot card-themed oneshot, featuring Swain as The Emperor and how the concepts the card represents are depicted in his story, as told in six episodes.
🗡 Empire Above All ~ Darius, canon exploration
Darius set his right foot on the first step, still conflicted but determined to proceed. He was going to demand answers from Swain and give him a chance to explain himself; it was the best he could do, not only to show respect for an old colleague, but also to allow him to finally make a decision for the good of Noxus. The soldiers greeted him with quiet nods of respect as he passed them, making him wonder if Swain and his allies were expecting him. Either way, there was nothing Darius could do about it. The only way was going forward.
🗡 A Shadow's Musings ~ Talon, character introspection [drabble]
At first they thought they were separate blades, fated to strike one another down. But maybe they're two edges of the same knife, different, yet bound and always together.
🗡 Twinkle, twinkle ~ Kled, character introspection [drabble]
Kled remembers a certain yordle he once knew.
𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐬
🗡 I never knew you cared ~ Swain/LeBlanc, Swain-centric longshot
They have known each other for many years, both as enemies and as lovers. When Swain searches a Black Rose hideout, he discovers some of LeBlanc's secrets and reconsiders the true nature of their relationship.
🗡 Realization ~ Swain/LeBlanc, LB-centric character introspection
For countless years, men and women alike had been mere pawns to her, tools to get whatever she wanted. Never had she allowed herself to feel anything while she lied, seduced, deceived, bewitched and betrayed her targets. Until now. Or: Emilia LeBlanc realizes what it is that she truly wants.
🗡 Surprised to see me? ~ Swain/LB, sword and sweet oneshot
Swain comes home from a long day of work, only to find a lovely surprise waiting for him.
🗡 Battle plans ~ Swain/Darius, short and spicy oneshot
Swain explains his plans for an upcoming battle to his generals. Darius has trouble focusing.
🗡 Late night negotiations ~ Swain/Vladimir, short and spicy oneshot
Swain asks Vladimir to cooperate. Vladimir is more than happy to show how cooperative he can be.
🗡 A Grand General's Vacation ~ Swain/Darius, Swain/LeBlanc, fluff & humor
After losing a bet with Draven, Swain agrees to go on vacation for once and takes him and Darius to a seaside hotel outside the capital. All he wants is to have a peaceful and relaxing evening to himself, but his fellow Noxians have other ideas, and no matter where he goes, the political opposition is never far away.
🗡 Drabble Collection: High Command Husbands ~ Swain/Marcus Du Couteau, friendship & romance ficlets
Throughout their lives, they've been comrades on the battlefield, political allies or even lovers, yet always each other's best friend. Or: Drabbles I wrote for one of my favorite niche ships instead of sleeping. Ship name by yours truly.
🗡 A rainy night ~ Swain/Marcus Du Couteau, friendship & romance oneshot
In which Marcus comes over for a surprise visit and Jericho enjoys his company more than he would like to admit.
𝐍𝐨𝐱𝐜𝐨𝐧 & 𝐬𝐦𝐮𝐭
Warning for NSFW and triggering themes such as violence, dub-con/non-con, power dynamics, etc; please heed the tags on AO3.
🗡 Disciplinary Action ~ Headmaster Swain AU, Swain/multiple, smut oneshot
Headmaster Jericho Swain decides that his co-workers and students alike have gotten away with too much for way too long. Luckily, he knows exactly how such misbehavior can be corrected with appropriate strictness and the right kind of discipline.
🗡 submit ~ Swain/reader, Darius/reader, prisoner of war!reader
You're captured by Noxian soldiers after being defeated in battle and brought before the Grand General himself.
🗡 and serve, you will ~ LeBlanc/reader, Swain/reader, Darius/reader, Draven/reader, captive spy!reader
Your mission was simple: Attend a soirée and find out more about the mysterious Black Rose. What you hadn't expected was to be caught by the Black Rose's leader herself and brought to the Grand General's palace for entertainment.
