Jake 'Hangman' Seresin
Also known as: Hangman
The cocky Texan aviator whose callsign comes from leaving wingmen out to dry, until he swoops in to save Rooster and Maverick in the film's climax. That smirk did uncountable damage to the fandom.
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Bradley 'Rooster' Bradshaw
14k works
Son of the late Goose, a naval aviator with his father's mustache, Hawaiian shirts, and piano habit, plus years of resentment toward Maverick for pulling his academy papers. His cockpit standoffs with Hangman launched a thousand fics.
Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell
9k works
The Navy's most insubordinate test pilot, still a captain after thirty years because promotion would mean a desk. He carries Goose's death, Iceman's friendship, and a promise to bring Rooster home.
Bob Floyd
2k works
Phoenix's bespectacled backseater, the only dagger squad aviator without a swaggering callsign story — 'Bob' is just his name. The quiet WSO's gentle competence made him an unexpected fandom darling.
Natasha 'Phoenix' Trace
2k works
The dagger squad's only female aviator, flying with the callsign Phoenix and zero patience for Hangman's ego. Trace's effortless cool and partnership with Bob give the squad fic its steadiest wings.
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How many fanfics feature Jake 'Hangman' Seresin?
Jake 'Hangman' Seresin appears in 13k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Top Gun fandom. You can browse all Jake 'Hangman' Seresin fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Jake 'Hangman' Seresin ships?
The most popular Jake 'Hangman' Seresin ships include Bradley 'Rooster' Bradshaw/Jake 'Hangman' Seresin. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
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