Ciel Phantomhive
Also known as: Earl Phantomhive, Queen's Watchdog
The thirteen-year-old Earl Phantomhive and Queen's Watchdog, who traded his soul for revenge after a month of cult captivity destroyed his family and his twin. He runs a candy empire by day and London's underworld by night, dignity sharpened into a weapon.
Popular Ciel Phantomhive Ships
Sebastian Michaelis/Ciel Phantomhive
17k works
A demon bound by contract serves the vengeful Earl Phantomhive as the perfect butler, owed the boy's soul when his revenge is complete. Their master-servant theater — devotion as predation, predation as devotion — has anchored the fandom since 2008, typically aged up in fan treatment.
Ciel Phantomhive/Elizabeth Midford
Other Black Butler Characters
Sebastian Michaelis
10k works
A demon bound by Faustian contract to serve Ciel Phantomhive flawlessly until the day he may devour his soul. One hell of a butler — equal parts valet, assassin, and cat enthusiast — whose true feelings about his young master remain fandom's favorite ambiguity.
Grell Sutcliff
4k works
A flamboyant Grim Reaper with a chainsaw death scythe, crimson everything, and an undying theatrical passion for Sebastian. Introduced as Jack the Ripper's accomplice, Grell became one of anime's most iconic and most-debated trans-coded characters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Ciel Phantomhive?
Ciel Phantomhive appears in 9k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Black Butler fandom. You can browse all Ciel Phantomhive fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Ciel Phantomhive ships?
The most popular Ciel Phantomhive ships include Sebastian Michaelis/Ciel Phantomhive, Ciel Phantomhive/Elizabeth Midford. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
What tropes are common in Ciel Phantomhive fanfiction?
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