#uncannycerulean

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I’m so terribly late sharing this incredible cover art for my drarry fic, “My Best Friend, the Serial Killer” created by @uncannycerulean, for my birthday! She absolutely nailed Pansy’s vibe from the fic while beautifully honoring the original book cover that inspired the story. I’m still in awe, still overwhelmed with happy tears, and forever grateful for this thoughtful, stunning piece of artwork. Thank you so much for this lovely gift! 💖

Are you into dark comedy/horror with a dash (bucket full) of drama? A smirking Harry Potter who flirts first and asks questions never? A very tired Healer Draco who didn’t mean to become a serial killer’s accomplice? And a super hot Pansy Parkinson who is iconically unhinged, a killer girlfriend, and oh, possibly cursed? Well, this one’s got your name on it! Here’s the summary:

Draco’s best friend and flatmate, Pansy Parkinson, is a lot of things: beautiful, intelligent, doting, and more than a little unnerving. Draco loves her all the same, even if cleaning up after her bloody—ah, messy—romantic breakups has become his new normal. After all, what are best friends for? But when Pansy brings home her next victim—ah, boyfriend—Harry Potter, Draco starts to wonder just how far his love for her can stretch.

READ IT HERE ON AO3!

[drarrymyheart]

Favourite Tumblr artists for Drarry?

Oh oh I love this ask. Here are some of my favorites:

@kyuini - Kyu puts out INCREDIBLE art and they share tons of other great drarry art as well!

@basiatlu - I cannot even express how much I love Basia’s work- it is so unique and full of feeling while still quirky and magical and really just go feast your eyes.

@littlewinnow - winnow’s art is SO PRECIOUS and often so funny and sweet I love it so much

@meemoop - I am LIVING for these little Drarry comics they absolutely MAKE MY DAY.

@fantalfart - Lory’s talent is BEYOND. I love their Harry and Draco 🥹

@longdaytogo - absolutely ICONIC drarry art

@valoale - just fantastic. Really love their sensual pieces.

@creeeee - I am clearly obsessed with creeeee’s Harry and Draco (they are my header on here)

@itsphantasmagoria - okay first of all if you haven’t played their visual novel Dating Draco stop everything and go play it it’s incredible. Their work is so compelling and playful and sleek and lovely.

@morihuori - truly gorgeous and iconic drarry art- I love

@upthehillart - another absolutely iconic drarry artist- everything they put out is *chefs kiss*

@bananacat890203 - I recently discovered this artist and their work is so fun and lovely!

And then I can’t not mention @uncannycerulean @starquestingfordrarry and @apricitydays-lazynights because they can’t simply be amazing writers they have to be fantastic artists as well.

Who are your favorites??? Please tell me!! I can never follow enough Drarry art.

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OWL GIFTS for @uncannycerulean

Drarry Clock Summary: Harry and Draco and a winter fairy Art Medium: craft, painted clock Rating: G/gen Contains: no warnings Notes: it was fun to make, hopefully it arives to you on time!

Review/Comment of: Roots and All Summary of Fic: Harry Potter would have never thought that, one day, his days would be spent studying wandlore, practising his carving and maybe, if he felt adventurous, foraging for mushrooms. But that's exactly what he needs - or is it? When he gets asked to consult on a case for the Department of Mysteries, Harry finds himself paired with an unlikely partner, and the ensuing events have unpredicted ramifications. Word Count of Fic: 10,203 Rating of Fic: Teen Commenter's Notes: I realized this is actually a gift written for last year's Owlpost - but I wanted to lavish some love on it for this year's !

Blush Summary: A touch averse Harry needs medical attention, but there's only one person he'll let touch him. Word Count: 3,332 words Rating: G Contains: fluff and hurt/comfort, touch-starved, touch-averse Harry Notes: Happy Owlpost, UncannyCerulean :D This turned out way different than I had originally planned (I had wanted to touch on more of the things in your wishlist), but I hope you enjoy it - I had a lot of fun writing it! Big thanks to Skotini for beta-reading (especially when I was having a panic about it not being any good).

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A2 and D7 for the fanfic reader ask 💕

hi sweetness! thank you for the ask!

A2. How did you find your first fic?

so HP isn't my OG fandom. i started in Voltron, and i came to my first fic from Klance art posted (sadly) on Pinterest for a fic called Call Me, Beep Me (orphaned account). if y'all know anything about VLD, this fic is THE fic. it has its own entry on fanlore and lots of author/fan drama that led to the author orphaning the fic in 2017, because, well...fandom amiright?

2017 is also the year I dove into Drarry, lured from, again, brilliant art on tumblr (mainly from @faevorite-main-blog and this piece in particular...GAH), which then naturally led me to HP fanfiction. My first Drarry fic that i still adore and hold near and dear in my heart is dirtynumbangelboy, by @magpiefngrl.

D7. Why did you leave your most recent comment? Will you share it with us?

so i'm trying to catch up on 2023 LCDrarry...a lovely fest (in which i also participated) that just wrapped and revealed! This morning i finished a softly bittersweet fic by @chamomileteafuel

The Dying of the Light [M, 20k]

based on the show, Dead Like Me. it's light angst with a happy ending - the only kind i can enjoy these days; i'm a peach that bruises easily. this fic has grim reapers, and heartstring-tugging moments, both happy and sad. it's got a brilliant ensemble cast - so creative and unique - which i absolutely love to read in fics. it's got a perfect balance of lightheartedness to counter the sadness. and i cried...not an ugly cry, this isn't that kind of fic, but that kind of throat burning well of emotion that leaked out of my eyes. so yeah, i was moved, and so...i typed the author a comment.

yeah ok *wipes tears* this was softly gorgeous and bittersweet…really nicely done and a gentle reminder that the little things, little nudges of memories are small crossovers from loved ones passed. i truly believe that and you’ve captured it so beautifully. love love the owl thread and how you incorporated scorp. infinite kudos. big love. every follicle. xo

thanks again for the ask! xoxo peach 🍑

[hdowlpost]

OWL GIFTS for @uncannycerulean

"Dining with the Devil" - The Daily Prophet Summary:

THIS JUST IN!!

Harry Potter was Spotted with none other than the dazzling reformed advocate, Draco Malfoy inside a seedy cafe at Diagon! Is this just another case-related meeting? Or is there something more brewing under the surface!? Find out more on page two of our latest issue, along with Rita Skeeter's new scoop on the mysterious mistress of Mr. Marington (page 17).

Don't miss out on the exclusive, brought to you by the greatest wizard magazine in the UK!! Art Medium: Digital Art Rating: G Contains: Exclusive article, advocate!Draco Malfoy, newspapers Notes: It is safe to say that I've had the greatest time of my life creating this piece! XDD To dear @uncanny_cerulean, I know this is not fully in line with the specific prompts you gave, but you mentioned you like our boys with unusual jobs and my mind just went with it. While Auror Harry is no new trope, I know for a fact that we have rarely seen advocate Malfoy in action, so I thought why not? I hope you like it! Merry Christmas and happy holidays! I'd like to take a moment to thank my amazing beta L, who came to my rescue at the very last moment with their very detailed insights and constructive suggestions to improve this piece as a whole. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversations and in general, am excited to continue our newfound friendships over fics and art! A big thank you also goes to the mods for being the most understanding and helpful people I know. You guys are frankly the reason why I keep coming back to this fest every year. Know that you all are amazing!!

A Missing Mug and Mysterious Memos Summary: Draco is already dejected about the prospect of not spending Christmas with Harry. He did not need his favourite mug to go missing too. Word Count: 800 Rating: G Contains: Established relationship Notes: Dear uncanny_cerulean, I couldn’t go past your first prompt, ‘Who keeps stealing Draco's mugs from the ministry kitchen?’ I had lots of fun planning and writing this little mystery for you. Hope you enjoy the cryptic clues! Thanks to the Owlpostmasters for their enduring patience and my beta B for saving my behind.

From Antarctica, Love Draco Summary: Draco had known that he would be gone for an extended period of time in the remote wilds of the Antarctic circle without any way to contact home. He wouldn't get to enjoy any of the comforts of his cozy London flat, with its adjustable heating and cooling charms or king sized bed with silk sheets and a dozen pillows for even longer. Draco had been fine with that. Welcomed it, even. Yet Harry’s eyes haunt him, even in the most remote of places. Word Count: 2.3k Rating: Mature Contains: climate specialist Draco, Antarctica, Antarctic expedition, lovable scientist ocs, getting together, pining, Harry falls first, Draco falls harder Notes: For uncannycerulean, I hope you enjoy this little science meets magic fic from one biologist to another. I honestly quite love this universe, and may have to write more! Happy holidays! Huge thanks to Teii for the beta and additional research! And as always, thank you to the mods for all you do!

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@uncannycerulean anything for you love! ❤️🍀