Nero
The hot-headed devil hunter of Fortuna who lost an arm, gained a demonic Devil Bringer, and learned mid-apocalypse that Vergil is his father. Nero's 'dead weight' rage and family issues drive DMC5's best fic.
Popular Nero Ships
Other Devil May Cry Characters
Dante
9k works
Half-demon devil hunter who hides the grief of losing his entire family behind pizza, debt, and showboating swordplay. Sparda's wisecracking son has been the series' heart since 2001.
Vergil
8k works
Dante's elder twin who chased power to never again be the helpless boy who watched his mother die, splitting himself into V and Urizen along the way. 'I need more power' became a meme; the trauma underneath became the fic.
V
2k works
A frail, poetry-quoting mystery man who fights through familiars and turns out to be the discarded human half of Vergil. V's borrowed time and William Blake recitations gave DMC5 fandom its gothic muse.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Nero?
Nero appears in 3k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Devil May Cry fandom. You can browse all Nero fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Nero ships?
The most popular Nero ships include Kyrie/Nero. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
What tropes are common in Nero fanfiction?
Nero fanfiction spans many genres and tropes. Use Fanfict Reader to browse and filter stories by your preferred tags.
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