Skyrim Fanfiction
The world of Tamriel across games like Skyrim, Oblivion, and Morrowind.
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What is Skyrim fanfiction?
Skyrim fanfiction is fan-created stories set in the Elder Scrolls universe. With over 28,000 works on Archive of Our Own, Skyrim is one of the most popular fandoms in the fanfiction community.
These stories explore beloved characters like Dragonborn, Serana, Cicero, Brynjolf, and many more. Writers create everything from short one-shots to epic novel-length adventures, exploring relationships, alternate universes, and "what if" scenarios.
Most Popular Skyrim Fanfics
These are the highest-rated Skyrim stories on AO3, ranked by kudos from readers.
Dovahkiin (Dragonborn)
by Rhiw
Bilbo Baggins had walked this earth a total of eight times in his past. He did remember them all, in some form or another, though he could rarely recall their names or faces, or very much detail about their lives at all. He always remembered their deaths, though. And he always remembered how it was
A Dovahkiin Spreads His Wings
by VixenRose1996
When the Bastard of Winterfell, Jon Snow, disappeared nearly five ago, its said that part of Ned Stark died.When a letter arrived a Winterfell, nearly three years ago, from Jon Snow stating that he was alive and well but living in a far-off land, its said that Ned Stark was renewed with life.But whe
A Thank You Gift From Madness Himself
by ChelleyPam
He was a funny man. Mad, but harmless. What could the Lord of Winterfell do but shelter him from the North’s harshness? He never expected his guest to repay him in such a thoughtful way.
The Fox Hole
by StarWaves
What do you do when you're reborn as the son of Yasaka? Open a restaurant of course! Self Insert, SI-OC
Smith From Another Land
by l8rose
Ara is the Dragonborn, the one destined to fight the First Born, Alduin. Only, she can't remember what happened after she arrived in Sovngarde and she certainly doesn't recall how she ended up in a dungeon with angry looking Imperials that don't have the decency to speak a language she understands.
Popular Skyrim Ships
Seranborn
Dragonborn/Serana
The legendary Dragonborn and the ancient vampire Serana, companions through the Dawnguard questline who develop a deep bond.
35,000 works →
Luciero
Hero of Kvatch/Lucien Lachance
The Champion of Cyrodiil and the mysterious Dark Brotherhood Speaker Lucien Lachance, whose relationship spans assassination contracts and dark magic.
18,000 works →
Jiubvarine
Nerevarine/Jiub
The prophesied Nerevarine and Jiub, the Dunmer prisoner who famously killed the last cliff racer, who meet on the prison ship to Morrowind.
8,000 works →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Skyrim fanfics are on AO3?
There are over 28,000 Skyrim fanfiction works on Archive of Our Own, making it one of the platform's largest fandoms.
What are the best Skyrim ships?
Popular Skyrim pairings include Seranborn, Luciero, Jiubvarine. Each ship has thousands of dedicated stories exploring their relationship.
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