Alec Lightwood
Also known as: Alexander Gideon Lightwood
The dutiful eldest Lightwood, an archer raised to lead the New York Institute, who kisses a warlock in front of the entire Clave instead of going through with an arranged marriage. Malec made him a queer fandom icon.
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Magnus Bane
40k works
The centuries-old High Warlock of Brooklyn, equal parts glitter, cocktails, and devastating magical power. Falling for Shadowhunter Alec Lightwood cracks open a heart he had armored for four hundred years.
Jace Wayland
7k works
The Institute's cocky best soldier, an orphan with a falcon-killing childhood and a string of borrowed surnames. Jace's parabatai bond with Alec and whirlwind romance with Clary keep him central to the fandom.
Clary Fray
6k works
A Brooklyn art student who discovers on her eighteenth birthday that she's a Shadowhunter with a stolen past. Clary's rune-creating gift and headstrong loyalty drive the Mortal Instruments saga and its fic.
Isabelle Lightwood
5k works
The Institute's whip-wielding forensic pathologist, as deadly in stilettos as in gear. Izzy's fierce devotion to her brothers and her slow-built romance with Simon Lewis give her fic both edge and sweetness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Alec Lightwood?
Alec Lightwood appears in 38k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Shadowhunters fandom. You can browse all Alec Lightwood fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Alec Lightwood ships?
The most popular Alec Lightwood ships include Magnus Bane/Alec Lightwood. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
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Common tropes in Alec Lightwood fanfiction include Protective. Use Fanfict Reader to filter and find exactly the type of story you're looking for.
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