Thoughts, Fics & Fanart

Major Miraculous fixation. Fics, fanart, and metas. I also write original stories. On Ao3 and Instagram as @uptoolateart.

[uptoolateart]

Primarily a Miraculous Ladybug blog. My links are below.

Other Socials:

* Star Trek Tumblr - @tpuckerupbaby

* Ao3 fanfiction - long and short works

* Instagram art account

* My Miraculous tarot deck paintings and explanations

Miraculous Chapter Fics:

Breaking Free (Breaking Free #1)

All the Missing Pieces (Breaking Free #2)

Where We Find Ourselves Again (Breaking Free #3)

What We're Made Of (Breaking Free #4)

Closure (Breaking Free #5)

Fragments (Breaking Free #6)

Dreaming Wide Awake (Monsters #1)

How the Heart Learns to Beat Again (Monsters #2)

How the Heart Learns to Break Again (Monsters #3)

If I Let Myself Love You

Finding a Way (Jurassic Park AU)

Catlantis (Your Name AU)

A Whole New World (Aladdin AU)

Voyage! Tales of the USS Miraculous (Star Trek Crossover)

A Penchant for Pancakes

Getting Away from It All

A Monumental Disaster

All That Is Necessary (co-written with @raspberrycatapult)

The Miraculous Seven (co-written with @cardiac-agreste)

Other:

Inuyasha tarot card paintings

Inuyasha analysis - why there's actually NO love triangle (looking at the story from an eastern perspective)

Fairytales - All of us are our own Prince Charming

Miraculous Analysis Posts:

1. Miraculous Pacing and Character Arcs

2. Marinette and Adrien's Hero's Journeys in S4

3. Full Strike Back Analysis - the symbol of the helping hand, and learning to forgive ourselves and ask for support when we need it

4. Gabriel Agreste as Bluebeard (and other Miraculous Fairy Tale Archetypes)

5. How Magic Works (as part of my Magician tarot card explanation)

6. The Problem with Alya

7. Gabriel and Adrien Agreste as Zeus and Apollo / Hermes (archetypes)

8. Adrien, the Future Therapist

9. Ladybug and Cat Blanc

10. Adrien and Marinette's Fears

11. Facing the Shadow

12. The Masks We Wear

13. The Rules of Romance

14. Analysis of Adrien in Season 5 up to Episode 9

15. Adrien's Fight for Self-Control - Pt 1

16. Adrien’s Fight for Self-Control - Pt 2

17. Adrien’s Fight for Self-Control - Pt 3

18. Adrien’s Fight for Self-Control - Full Analysis

19. Adrien's Second Chance

20. 'Perfect' White - Colour Symbolism

21. Alyanette's Breakthrough

22. Gabriel's Test

23. What’s Love Got to Do with It?

24. Defining Masculinity

25. Ladybug Never Makes a Mistake

26. Choice (analysis of S5 Ep10 ‘Transmission’)

27. Elite Symbolism in MLB

28. Unbreakable Bonds

29. Mask Imagery

30. 'No More Adults...'

31. 'As long as WE know she's lying....' (Lila Rossi)

32. Yggdrasil / Emilie's Tree

33. Kagami & Adrien - Literally made for each other?

34. Plagg & Tikki - Yin & Yang

35. Kagami Analysis - Zen and Beyond

36. Butterflies - Akumas, Alchemy & Transformation

37. Sentimonsters vs Frankenstein’s Monster

38. Marinette’s Anxieties - Analysis of Perfection, Migration & Derision

39. Analysis of Maribug & Felix in Emotion

40. Miraculous & Cinderella

41. 'THEY'RE the monsters'

42. Gabriel’s Evolution (Character Analysis up to Revelation)

43. Being 'ready'

44. No one controls destiny

45. Analysis of Chloe's speech in Collusion

46. Growing Up - Adrien in Representation

47. Adrien and Le Petit Prince

48. The Miraculous Child

49. Adrien & Marinette’s Character Arcs up to Re-Creation

50. Adrien as the princess who hasn't yet woken up

51. Conformation - Conforming and Identity Erasure

52. Gabriel and the theme of maya

53. The lessons of our nightmares (Cat Blanc)

54. ‘You have everything you need to be happy’ (Gabriel)

55. Felix as a sacrifice

56. The Oedipal Complex trope (S5 finale)

57. Adrien's 'death wish' (in the Paris Special)

58. Cat Blanc parallels in the Paris Special

59. Adrien vs Data from Star Trek - Parallels

60. The Peacock Was Always the Goal

61. London Special - Analysis

62. Whose Wish Was It? (London Special)

63. Marinette's Dissociation (London Special)

[uptoolateart]

This single image totally stole S6 for me. Where the hell did she get a teapot and cup that small? Miniatures from a dollhouse, maybe? Or did the goddess of creation want tea so badly that she made herself a set? Tikki, I love you so much

[cotton-pig]

My piece for the @kittylovezine! I had a great time working on this project! 

[ceejles]

so it's marichat may??👀

[carolillyart]

“No wonder I fell in love with you.”

- Miraculous Ladybug, Oblivio

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DO NOT REPOST WITHOUT FULL CREDIT!!! NO OTHER USE ALLOWED!

[trinketsinthesun]

Feeling lighter than he had in weeks, Adrien headed for Marinette’s office. He knocked on her door, tapping out a musical rhythm. ‘Come in.’ He took a deep breath to settle himself. This was it. The moment everything changed for the better. Turning the handle, he opened the door and – 

Fantastic in-chapter artwork by @curlyheartart

Written for @mlbigbang2024

Read at AO3

[cardiac-agreste]

The Miraculous Seven: Rose

Here's the next chapter in the Miraculous Western AU I've co-written with @uptoolateart, generously beta read by @raspberrycatapult and featuring various artists whose pieces are shared and acknowledged as they are released alongside the chapters! Written as part of the @mlbigbang.

Summary:

Guns, glitter, and getaways!

Now that the Miraculous Seven have banded together, they need to head back to the village! As the posse packs their widowmakers and poisons into a wagon that appears out of nowhere, horses get up to hijinx, muscles get to flexin', and a magician and his "assistant" get too cute for a blurb to effectively capture! Will they rise to the occasion, or will they eat gravel?

Read on, li'l dogies!

Preview:

“So, that’s the story of your mother,” Ladyboots said. “What about you, Kagami?”

“Oh.” Kagami frowned. “Did I not say? My mother was good with machines but not so much with children. Felix had seen us together at one point or another—our families ran in the same circles—and he kidnapped me one night.” She said this as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

Everyone gaped at her.

“Kidnapped?” Alya echoed. “Does he keep you in chains at night? Does he let you go to the bathroom alone? Blink twice if you’re his captive!”

Kagami blinked six times, as if in bewilderment. “Yes, no, and yes. He climbed in through my window and landed right on my bed. I woke up and grabbed my sword from its scabbard, but…well, I still don’t know how he did it, but he made it disappear right out of my hands.”

“Disappear?” Luka echoed in obvious disbelief. 

“Mm-hm. In my shock, he threw me over his shoulder and leapt right out of the second-story window. We landed on a horse and took off.”

“Oh my God, y’all are so cool,” Alya said.

Read on Ao3!

[mlbigbang]

Calling all Miraculers!

There’s a slight change in format this year, and it’s an exciting one. We’re going to run not one, but two, Big Bangs.

Writers and Artists are you ready? Stay tuned for more information…

[cardiac-agreste]

The Miraculous Seven, chapter seven—Cactus Noir

Here's the next chapter in the Miraculous Western AU I've co-written with @uptoolateart, generously beta read by @raspberrycatapult and various artists whose pieces are shared and acknowledged as they are released alongside the chapters! Written as part of the @mlbigbang.

Summary:

A flamboyant double, a stone-faced bladewoman, and a deadly production that make the audience squirm! Ladyboots leads the gang into a smoky den to recruit the conjurer Felix Fathom and his partner Kagami Tsurugi. But are these two more than a deck of cards and a pretty face? Cactus worries they won't survive the Black Widower's web, and that these miraculous seven have an appointment with the undertaker!

Preview:

Ladyboots pushed through the crowd so their group could get a better view. Maybe it was just her presence, but the audience gave way. Then, in the time it took to say cowboy cataclysm, Cactus and his companions were at the front.

On stage was a man who looked eerily familiar, dressed in an expensive-looking black suit, complete with a tailored coat. All of it was patterned in gold stars, suns, and crescent moons, even his lace-up waistcoat. His shirt was tied at the neck with a flamboyant bow, and on his head sat a very tall, black top hat that appeared to be made of silk.

As they watched, he took off his hat, revealing a crown of golden curls, also familiar. Cactus’s breath caught at the sight. It was uncanny.

“You could be twins,” Rose marvelled at his side.

His chest tightened. By golly, she was right.

On his other side, Ladyboots clapped him on the back. “He’s got your fashion sense for sure, Cactus!”

Was that…good?

[cardiac-agreste]

The Miraculous Seven, chapter seven—Cactus Noir

Here's the next chapter in the Miraculous Western AU I've co-written with @uptoolateart, generously beta read by @raspberrycatapult and various artists whose pieces are shared and acknowledged as they are released alongside the chapters! Written as part of the @mlbigbang.

Summary:

A flamboyant double, a stone-faced bladewoman, and a deadly production that make the audience squirm! Ladyboots leads the gang into a smoky den to recruit the conjurer Felix Fathom and his partner Kagami Tsurugi. But are these two more than a deck of cards and a pretty face? Cactus worries they won't survive the Black Widower's web, and that these miraculous seven have an appointment with the undertaker!

Preview:

Ladyboots pushed through the crowd so their group could get a better view. Maybe it was just her presence, but the audience gave way. Then, in the time it took to say cowboy cataclysm, Cactus and his companions were at the front.

On stage was a man who looked eerily familiar, dressed in an expensive-looking black suit, complete with a tailored coat. All of it was patterned in gold stars, suns, and crescent moons, even his lace-up waistcoat. His shirt was tied at the neck with a flamboyant bow, and on his head sat a very tall, black top hat that appeared to be made of silk.

As they watched, he took off his hat, revealing a crown of golden curls, also familiar. Cactus’s breath caught at the sight. It was uncanny.

“You could be twins,” Rose marvelled at his side.

His chest tightened. By golly, she was right.

On his other side, Ladyboots clapped him on the back. “He’s got your fashion sense for sure, Cactus!”

Was that…good?

[jademoon2u]

More art for the work @uptoolateart wrote, Catlantis! This scene is from chapter 21, I'm just late posting it 😅 but guess what Catlantis is finished!! So go read it, it's so good!!

Ao3 Link

[uptoolateart]

Over a year later, I'm still in awe of this artwork, not just the look of it but the concept. It conveys the moment perfectly. It's so beautiful and I'm very grateful for it!

[trinketsinthesun]

As the sunlight streamed in from his window opposite, Adrien lay in bed touching his lips. A full night had passed and yet he swore he could still feel Marinette’s kiss. The thought made his skin fizz all over. She’d kissed him. She’d kissed him. 

Amazing artwork by @curlyheartart

Written for @mlbigbang2024

Read at AO3

[uptoolateart]

Written for the @mlbigbang2024 @mlbigbang

THE LAST CHAPTER!

A loud groan pulled them apart. Across the room, on the chaise, Plagg was shaking his head. ‘I should’ve known this would happen if we came over today. We’re just going to study together, you said. Ha! As if I don’t know what that means.’

Beside him, Tikki rolled her eyes. ‘Plagg, stop. It’s romantic!’

‘Romantic! I’ll show you romantic. You see this?’ Plagg held up a huge hunk of cheese. ‘This is romance! I’ll tell you one thing Atlantis didn’t have – French cheese!’ He popped the chunk in his mouth, mercifully shutting up.

For now.

Smirking, Adrien turned back to Marinette, and they both laughed, their hands overlapping on the desktop.

She shot him a sheepish look. ‘He has a point. We do tend to get a little…distracted when we’re together.’

Read at AO3

[trinketsinthesun]

The chilly air bit at her wet lips as Marinette froze in Adrien’s arms. Her thoughts sluggish, she blinked to clear the camera flash from her eyes. A camera…. Oh my god, a camera! 

Beautiful artwork by @curlyheartart

Written for @mlbigbang2024

Read at AO3

[cardiac-agreste]

The Miraculous Seven, chapter six—Ladyboots

Here's the next chapter in the Miraculous Western AU I've co-written with @uptoolateart, generously beta read by @raspberrycatapult and various artists whose pieces are shared and acknowledged as they are released alongside the chapters! Written as part of the @mlbigbang.

Summary:

Ladyboots and her growing posse make their way through town to a ghost from her past. Her reunion with the brilliant inventor Nino Lahiffe leads her to the adventurous photographer Alya Cesaire—but portraits aren't the only things she shoots. When the gun smoke clears, a miracle invention provides a second chance.

Ladyboots's poker hand grows to five cards, but she ain't done dealin' yet!

Preview:

Luka crossed his arms. “What’s your origin story, Cactus? I sense that you live your life in seven-eight time.”

Cactus blanched. “Seven-eight time? You presume to…. I’m four-four, straight and narrow, partner!”

Ladyboots stared between them. When she glanced at Jules and Rosy, it was plain on their faces that they also had no idea what the men were talking about.

Luka hummed through a faint smile. “So, you gonna tell me your tale, Cactus?”

“Oh, I—it’s—I really don’t think it—”

Ladyboots clapped Cactus on the back, making him cough in surprise. “You can’t handle our man Cactus’s origin story, Lukes. None of us can. Did you know noir is French for black? Like his soul. Can’t even remember how many men he’s killed in gunfights. He ran outta fingers and toes to count with!”

Luka blinked at her.

“Really! For him, it’s as easy as pie.” She nudged Cactus with her hip, and he nearly tripped over his own feet.

He stared at her with naked shock, making the whole moment worth it. For some reason, his flustered reactions were as mesmerising as that snake tattoo.

[trinketsinthesun]

THE INTERMISSION'S OVER! Acting the Part to begin posting again

Fans of the multi-chapter fic will be relieved to hear that Acting the Part will resume posting again on Tuesday, a change of day to the norm.

But while the author said: "I've really missed reading everyone's comments", they were keen to remind readers that there will be some additional changes to the schedule. "At the minute, I'm only able to manage posting every two weeks."

Given that the writer left us dangling on a cliffhanger for months due to "personal circumstances", let's hope they can manage to keep even that promise!

[uptoolateart]

Written for the @mlbigbang2024

Chapter 29 - Preview:

Breathless, Cat stared at their enemy, poised just a few metres down the road. 

It – it was the butterfly holder. Not just of this time, but of his time, too. The costume was different, but the voice was the same. A voice he’d heard so many times before, yet he’d never expected to hear it again.

His father’s voice.

Cat’s insides felt like they were liquefying. Standing at his side, he sensed Ladybug turning to him, but he couldn’t bring himself to face her, to acknowledge what was happening. Because it couldn’t be happening, it just couldn’t! His father had died! This was just – it – it was –

Hawk Moth’s mouth spread into an unsettling grin, the only part of his face visible through his violet mask, other than his eyes. Cold and blue, just as Cat remembered them. Boring into him. Judging him.

And, right now, almost glossy with greed.

‘Well, well, well.’ He leaned on the long, thin cane he carried. ‘After all this time…I’ve finally found you.’

Cat took a step back, for reasons he couldn’t make sense of. ‘Y-you were looking for me?’

‘Well. Your miraculous, anyway.’ Hawk Moth gestured at Cat’s ring.

Read at AO3