Given that so many people are in isolation now, and I deleted most of my old tweets, I think Iâm going to make a list of fic recs (and include some self-promo because why not).
Buffyverse recs

Gas Ring Alchemy by antennapedia
Rupert Giles/Ethan Rayne
6,623 words
This is a short fic about them meeting, but itâs one I return to over and over because I adore the way theyâre written & the little character quirks Iâve incorporated into my headcanon.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/39766
Rupert Giles/Ethan Rayne
6,623 words
This is a short fic about them meeting, but itâs one I return to over and over because I adore the way theyâre written & the little character quirks Iâve incorporated into my headcanon.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/39766
Thoughtless by DictionaryWrites
Rupert Giles/Ethan Rayne
1244 words
This somehow feels so smutty without actually including sex between them, but if you want a taste of Ripper era, this is a great place to start.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16316309
Rupert Giles/Ethan Rayne
1244 words
This somehow feels so smutty without actually including sex between them, but if you want a taste of Ripper era, this is a great place to start.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/16316309
This Isnât a Kingdom by ilovehowyouletmefall
Rupert Giles/Jenny Calendar
34,664 words
Set in the universe from âThe Wishâ with no Slayer in Sunnydale, Giles, Jenny, and a group of students have to fight to keep vampires and The Master at bay.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/3310190
Rupert Giles/Jenny Calendar
34,664 words
Set in the universe from âThe Wishâ with no Slayer in Sunnydale, Giles, Jenny, and a group of students have to fight to keep vampires and The Master at bay.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/3310190
Grief That Does Not Speak by estepheia
Rupert Giles & Angel
2236 words
Set after The Gift, and explores Gilesâ and Angelâs shared grief. Really great character study considering their tumultuous history.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/530931
Rupert Giles & Angel
2236 words
Set after The Gift, and explores Gilesâ and Angelâs shared grief. Really great character study considering their tumultuous history.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/530931
Les Bijoux by antennapedia
Rupert Giles/Jenny Calendar
1947 words
A short, sensual glimpse into the private moments that might have been. Nails their dynamic, IMO.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/37097
Rupert Giles/Jenny Calendar
1947 words
A short, sensual glimpse into the private moments that might have been. Nails their dynamic, IMO.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/37097
Roots by DHW
Rupert Giles
3489 words
Flashes between Gilesâ time in England in season 6 and his time in England after Eyghon/Randallâs death. Lyrical and lovely.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/13801863
Rupert Giles
3489 words
Flashes between Gilesâ time in England in season 6 and his time in England after Eyghon/Randallâs death. Lyrical and lovely.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/13801863
Supernatural recs

Avalanche by anastiel
Dean Winchester/Castiel
1430 words
Post Lily Sunder, a poignant, sweet bunker fic with lovely imagery of contrasting cold and comfort.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/9802703
Dean Winchester/Castiel
1430 words
Post Lily Sunder, a poignant, sweet bunker fic with lovely imagery of contrasting cold and comfort.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/9802703
Harry Potter recs

The Shoebox Project by dorkorific and ladyjaida
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black and James Potter/Lily Evans
A multimedia Marauders prequel told through a shoebox full of letters and photos. You will never need to listen to JK Rowling again.
https://shoebox.lomara.org/shoebox-pdf-chapters/
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black and James Potter/Lily Evans
A multimedia Marauders prequel told through a shoebox full of letters and photos. You will never need to listen to JK Rowling again.
https://shoebox.lomara.org/shoebox-pdf-chapters/
Home by xylodemon
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black
2517 words
Roommates, soft domestic getting-together fic while the reality of the first war with Voldemort looms ahead. Their voices are so well done and I love the comfort of friends to lovers.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/1072692
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black
2517 words
Roommates, soft domestic getting-together fic while the reality of the first war with Voldemort looms ahead. Their voices are so well done and I love the comfort of friends to lovers.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/1072692
Love Reign Oâer Me by OllieMaye
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black
2583 words
After more than a decade separated, Remus has moved into 12 Grimmauld Place with Sirius, and it seems that some sparks donât die out, no matter how many years have gone by.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/20618138
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black
2583 words
After more than a decade separated, Remus has moved into 12 Grimmauld Place with Sirius, and it seems that some sparks donât die out, no matter how many years have gone by.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/20618138
Stealing Harry by copperbadge
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black
99,937 words
Canon divergence where Sirius never went to Azkaban, now owns a bookshop with Remus, and they raise Harry from age 8. Another famous wolfstar fic worth knowing.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/987408
Remus Lupin/Sirius Black
99,937 words
Canon divergence where Sirius never went to Azkaban, now owns a bookshop with Remus, and they raise Harry from age 8. Another famous wolfstar fic worth knowing.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/987408
The Critiquer by dysonrules
Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter
24,260 words
The premise of this one is pretty wacky, I admit, but if youâve ever wanted a fic that involves magical dick pics, this is a hell of a fun ride.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/2234118/chapters/4901634
Draco Malfoy/Harry Potter
24,260 words
The premise of this one is pretty wacky, I admit, but if youâve ever wanted a fic that involves magical dick pics, this is a hell of a fun ride.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/2234118/chapters/4901634
(And if you want additional audio commentary, check out @FangasmPodcast season 3.) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fangasm/id1195467221?i=1000442104679