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Wax and Wane - A Ghost Cole Fanfiction
Becoming a ghost wasn't the end. It wasn't some beginning, either. Rather, it was just the next phase of Cole's life. And, sure as the moon in the sky, that comes with ups and downs, forming and fading, waxing and waning. Love and loss. Some things would never be the same again. The moon wouldn't always shine. But he'd never have to face the darker days alone. Not with his family lighting the way. Then, when the moon was full, they could enjoy its light together.
Hey, if you want a Cole-centric multichap that seeks to flesh out season 5 while also diverging and telling its own story, I think you'll like this!
It's about Cole and his transformation into a ghost, but you can't hurt one of the ninja without hurting everyone in their family, and this fic explores how becoming a ghost affects not only Cole, but those around him-- all while they're still trying to get Lloyd back from Morro.
However, things aren't quite the same as they are in canon: Cole's curse is a malevolent thing with evil intent. But he's going to fight for all he's worth, because he has loved ones to protect.
It's a long read, but I'm very proud of it. It includes illustrations by me and also the amazing Xynczachrome! (I spent a long time on that banner typography, ahahah) I spent a long time on this, and will be working on this for a while to come!
If you choose to check it out, I hope you enjoy :)
