Steve Harrington
Also known as: King Steve, Mom
Former popular kid turned beloved babysitter. His arc from jerk to fan-favorite mom friend is one of TV's greatest redemptions.
Common Tropes in Steve Harrington Fanfiction
Enemies to Lovers
650k works
Characters who start as adversaries and gradually develop romantic feelings for each other.
Royalty AU
240k works
Characters are placed in a royal or aristocratic setting with kings, queens, princes, and nobles. Romance often crosses class boundaries or involves political intrigue.
Time Travel
280k works
Characters travel through time, either to change events, escape danger, or by accident. Romance may span different time periods or involve changing the past.
Other Stranger Things Characters
Will Byers
465k works
The boy who was taken to the Upside Down. Sensitive, artistic, and quietly struggling with feelings he can't express.
Mike Wheeler
415k works
Passionate leader of the Party who falls in love with Eleven. Loyal to a fault and growing into his own kind of bravery.
Eleven
344k works
Telekinetic girl raised in a lab who discovers friendship, love, and her own strength. Her powers come at a great cost.
Eddie Munson
113k works
Metalhead D&D dungeon master wrongly accused. His bravery and authenticity made him an instant fan-favorite.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Steve Harrington?
Steve Harrington appears in 422k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Stranger Things fandom. You can browse all Steve Harrington fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Steve Harrington ships?
The most popular Steve Harrington ships include Steve Harrington/Eddie Munson. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
What tropes are common in Steve Harrington fanfiction?
Common tropes in Steve Harrington fanfiction include Enemies to Lovers, Royalty AU, Time Travel. Use Fanfict Reader to filter and find exactly the type of story you're looking for.
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