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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
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
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.
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.
Lady Exophiliac Musings
by Lewd Nightshade (SirenNightshade)
Various short monsterfucker scenarios featuring a female reader. Mostly second POV, some first POV. Feel free to suggest things, though my ADHD and I make no promises, lol. Cross-posted on a Tumblr account of the same name. Occasionally features ~romance~ as well, but this is pretty much straight po
The Dragonborn Returns
by ChelleyPam
Six years ago Lord Stark’s bastard son vanished, caught up in a freak storm. Now the boy returns as a man, and he is much changed.
The Celestial Smith
by Dragonsrise
A man reborn in the North with the powers of the celestial forge within his soul. Thus begins his journey to perhaps make a better ending. For the starks, the North, Westeros and the world of Ice and Fire.
Demon Seed
by Sigrid_Storrada
Ragnhilda, a desperate, horny Nord Dragonborn, summons a Dremora to help ease some tension. But their encounter leaves her with more than she bargained for.
Artists and Dragons
by starlightmeissa
Tera is- *was*, your average high school art kid. Then she woke up right outside Riverwood a few months ago.Fuck it, she’s just gonna draw everything till she dies. If she ends up an informant along the way?...that was on accident.(discontinued)
GOL HAH DOV
by Corentine
Bound by fate, a thrall-turned-Dragonborn meets a Dragonborn-turned-trophy.(AKA my take on a LDB/Miraak romance while staying true to Miraak's character, with soulmates themes. Loosely follows the events of the game.)Illustrated book version by thetempleofmara can be found here
Warden (Old Version)
by Keeper_of_Life
Tony was left alone in a bunker in Siberia, and it was only a matter of hours before Death came for him. Just... not in the way he expected. When offered a chance to become a part of something bigger and better than the Avengers could have ever been, he jumps at the chance.With the backing of his ne
Shakespeare in the Park
by Vodkassassin
He wakes up in a horse-drawn cart to see a scruffy man, with shaggy blond hair, bound and sitting in front of him. He knows exactly how this story goes.The question is, how can a theater kid from modern America convince an entire fantasy world that he belongs there?
Dragon Tamer
by tralala
When Tsun sends the Dragonborn home after Alduin's defeat, something goes terribly wrong. She wakes up shackled in a prison cell, with a glowing green mark upon her hand and no memory of how she got there. A world in peril needs a hero once more, but with little means to communicate with the people
You're Going Places I Can't Follow
by VaultEscapeArtist
Nordic Dovahkiin Rakel wakes up not only with the worst hangover she's ever had, but also in the worst situation she could ever imagine; marriage. And if that wasn't bad enough, Rakel discovers who she's hitched to for life.
On Southerly Winds
by pibroch (littleblackdog)
The others call her Cicero’s keeper, in tones hushed and vaguely mocking, as though to keep a thing is to lessen it. They do not understand, though they see the Night Mother now, and feel reverence for their Dark Lady once more. They do not understand, not as Cicero does.
The Dragon Hero Dovahkiin
by Rowen6
After a failed suicide attempt izuku midoriya was hit by an unknown quirk by an unknown person and sent to the world of Skyrim. there, he learns a lesson that he will never forget, quirkless does not mean worthless. when he returns home with two companions in tow he is determined To make sure the wo
Breeding Knowledge
by Krysis
Hermaeus Mora finds the Dragonborn worthy of receiving his 'forbidden knowledge'.
Skyrim: Kinktober 2018
by NoAnonymity
30/31 days of Kinktober because I gave up at the last hurdle, but the rest are good!Migrating from Tumblr.Rape/non-con is not featured in all pieces, will only be found in two or three and will be tagged as such in the chapter summary.Let the NSFW commence!
Daedras Be Damned
by Mighty_Peacock
When Daedras interfere with prophecy...
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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