the_crystal_thorn
About the_crystal_thorn
the_crystal_thorn is an acclaimed writer in the BG3 fandom, known for beautifully crafted narratives that explore the complexities of love, identity, and belonging.
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Featured Works
The most popular works by the_crystal_thorn, ranked by kudos.
Where the Moon Burns
BG3 · Shadowheart/Tav · 201,969 words
After years apart, Shadowheart returns to find Tav changed in ways they couldn't have predicted. Rebuilding trust is harder than either expected.
The Sacred Fire
BG3 · Shadowheart/Tav · 173,614 words
Shadowheart agrees to a fake relationship with Tav for reasons that seemed logical at the time. The feelings that develop are anything but fake.
The Sweet Dream
BG3 · Shadowheart/Tav · 212,615 words
In a BG3 coffee shop AU, Shadowheart is a regular who always orders the same thing, and Tav is the barista who notices.
Trending Works
Recently updated and actively engaging works by the_crystal_thorn.
The Sacred Fire
BG3
Shadowheart agrees to a fake relationship with Tav for reasons that seemed logical at the time. The feelings that develop are anything but fake.
The Sweet Dream
BG3
In a BG3 coffee shop AU, Shadowheart is a regular who always orders the same thing, and Tav is the barista who notices.
Where the Moon Burns
BG3
After years apart, Shadowheart returns to find Tav changed in ways they couldn't have predicted. Rebuilding trust is harder than either expected.
All Works by the_crystal_thorn
Where the Moon Burns
Complete ExplicitBG3 · Shadowheart/Tav
201,969 words · 13h 28m read · Published 2015-09-12
After years apart, Shadowheart returns to find Tav changed in ways they couldn't have predicted. Rebuilding trust is harder than either expected.
The Sacred Fire
Complete ExplicitBG3 · Shadowheart/Tav
173,614 words · 11h 34m read · Published 2015-12-07 · Updated 2017-09-18
Shadowheart agrees to a fake relationship with Tav for reasons that seemed logical at the time. The feelings that develop are anything but fake.
The Sweet Dream
Complete MatureBG3 · Shadowheart/Tav
212,615 words · 14h 10m read · Published 2015-10-17 · Updated 2016-09-13
In a BG3 coffee shop AU, Shadowheart is a regular who always orders the same thing, and Tav is the barista who notices.
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Who is the_crystal_thorn on AO3?
the_crystal_thorn is an acclaimed writer in the BG3 fandom, known for beautifully crafted narratives that explore the complexities of love, identity, and belonging.
How many fanfics has the_crystal_thorn written?
the_crystal_thorn has written 4 works totaling 823k words, with 200k total kudos across all their fics.
What is the_crystal_thorn's most popular fanfic?
the_crystal_thorn's most popular work is "Where the Moon Burns" with 81k kudos and 19k bookmarks. It's a 201,969 word BG3 fic.
What fandoms does the_crystal_thorn write for?
the_crystal_thorn writes for Baldur's Gate 3. They are dedicated to the Baldur's Gate 3 fandom.
Where can I read the_crystal_thorn's fanfiction?
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