Mycroft Holmes
Sherlock's elder brother who practically runs the British government. More intelligent than Sherlock but chooses power over puzzles.
Common Tropes in Mycroft Holmes Fanfiction
Friends to Lovers
720k works
Best friends who realize their feelings run deeper than friendship.
Hurt/Comfort
920k works
One character is hurt (physically or emotionally) and another provides comfort and care.
Fix-It
480k works
Stories that 'fix' canon events that fans found unsatisfying, usually character deaths or relationship outcomes.
Angst
980k works
Stories focused on emotional pain, drama, and intense feelings.
Pining
520k works
Unrequited or unspoken longing for someone, often with lots of internal anguish.
Coffee Shop AU
280k works
Characters meet and develop relationships in the cozy setting of a coffee shop. One might be a barista, regular customer, or both just happen to frequent the same place.
Other Sherlock BBC Characters
Greg Lestrade
297k works
Scotland Yard Detective Inspector who tolerates Sherlock's antics because he knows the detective is usually right.
Sherlock Holmes
293k works
Self-described high-functioning sociopath and the world's only consulting detective. Brilliant, abrasive, and deeply human beneath the cold exterior.
John Watson
247k works
Army doctor and Sherlock's flatmate, blogger, and best friend. Brave, loyal, and the emotional center of their partnership.
Molly Hooper
33k works
Pathologist at St. Bartholomew's Hospital, one of the few people who sees through Sherlock's act to the person underneath.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Mycroft Holmes?
Mycroft Holmes appears in 225k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Sherlock BBC fandom. You can browse all Mycroft Holmes fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Mycroft Holmes ships?
Mycroft Holmes is primarily featured in gen (non-romantic) fanfiction, though some shipping content exists.
What tropes are common in Mycroft Holmes fanfiction?
Common tropes in Mycroft Holmes fanfiction include Friends to Lovers, Hurt/Comfort, Fix-It, Angst, Pining, Coffee Shop AU. Use Fanfict Reader to filter and find exactly the type of story you're looking for.
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