OFMD Fanfiction
The comedic adventures of gentleman pirate Stede Bonnet and the infamous Blackbeard.
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What is OFMD fanfiction?
OFMD fanfiction is fan-created stories set in the Our Flag Means Death universe. With over 42,000 works on Archive of Our Own, OFMD is one of the most popular fandoms in the fanfiction community.
These stories explore beloved characters like Stede Bonnet, Edward Teach, Jim Jimenez, Oluwande, 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 OFMD Fanfics
These are the highest-rated OFMD stories on AO3, ranked by kudos from readers.
Oh My Days
by CitrusSyndicate
Edward Teach has made quite a name for himself in Hollywood— directing, producing, cleaning up after Jack Rackham's messes— but he's lost some of the magic. When his friends Anne and Mary ask him to come to New York to produce their latest play, Ed finds a fast friend in Stede Bonnet, and maybe some
Tougher Than the Rest
by unpleasantdiversions
"Let's go on a road trip," Ed says. "All the places we hit when we were kids." "Eddie—" "I don't like paperwork," Ed says quickly. He can see the frustration building in Izzy's eyes. He's mad about something; what, exactly, Ed almost never knows. "I'll do it later, whatever papers you want me to sig
Tidebound
by meg_ofmd
Stede is a merperson. Ed is a centaur. They meet in a peaceful cave between their worlds when they’re children, and form a bond like nothing either of them has ever experienced before. One day, Vaelor Bonnet, king of Barbadia, and Stede’s overbearing father, finds Stede and Ed’s little hideaway, des
For a Good Time: Call
by LyndziM
After being kicked out of his home, former rich kid Stede Bonnet comes across a want-ad for a phone-sex hotline: Adventures Between the Lines. At $3.99 per minute, he could earn his rent, bills, and then some! He’s just starting to get good at it when a familiar raspy voice calls his extension. The
Battle of the Blades
by SeasNStars (ClaraHue)
Former hockey enforcer Edward "Blackbeard" Teach signs on to compete in a reality TV figure skating competition. His choice of partner and coach: figure skating legend Stede Bonnet.
Unconventional Methods
by PolitestMenace (GayPirateAficionado)
Hmm. Should Ed say what he’s thinking? He shouldn’t. He knows he shouldn’t. But he does anyway: “So. Uh. Know of one other thing.” Ed looks down, picking at the shark tooth on his jacket, trying to act cazh. He’s not sure it’s working. “Oh yes?” Stede sounds beyond delighted. His face brightens so m
sing us a song (you're the piano man)
by FPwoper
Edward Teach is fed up with his job as a concert pianist. He’s over having to play the same classical pieces over and over again to polite applause. When he walks into The Lighthouse, a newly opened queer bar, and spots a grand piano in it, he figures he might have found something new and exciting,
[Podfic] "According to Plan" by YellowMustard
by happydaiz_pod (1happydaiz)
“...Mr Teach?” “Mm-hm. Says right here, the substitute that covered your class yesterday was an Ed Teach.” Stede laughs out loud. “You mean to tell me,” he says, “that the substitute’s full, government name was Education Teach?” “Edward, I’d expect,” says Lucius, giving Stede a look ordinarily reser
Seven Days of Being a Trucker
by knoxdalton
Izzy lives a solitary life in his truck. Don’t pity him, he likes it that way. He’s free from expectations and commitments, even if the silence sometimes presses in too close. The only thing he truly dreads about the job is picking up hitchhikers: they wave him down, then fill the cab with pointless
Physical Touch
by AlmaElson
Stede is a little jealous of how comfortable and natural Ed is with touch. Changing up their routine might just help him loosen up a bit.
Podfic of "A Little Restraint" by Fyre
by Kninjaknitter
Standing outside the centre, Stede stared at the handle of the door as if it might bite him.If he’d thought about it, he could have cancelled within the 24-hour cancellation window, but he hadn’t. He should have. He really should have. But it was too late now and he either had the choice of walking
Two Cats in the Yard
by CananPoilot
Jack seems to remember promising Izzy something…something about a house, right? —— pure fluff with zero plot
The Revenge Learns to Fear (and Love) the Gentleman Pirate
by Anonymous
The crew of the Revenge always viewed Stede Bonnet as an eccentric, well-meaning, but completely useless captain...
Sweet Dreams, TN
by WolfofVulcan
Well that’s the day already going to shit. Ed thought as he watched a crew member drop a box with a loud thud. Thought it was going pretty well before this.“What the hell was that?” A voice called out from the bus before Izzy popped his head out. His face already scrunched up and ready to raise hel
Words of Affirmation
by AlmaElson
Ed isn't exactly used to anyone complimenting him, and Stede just can't stop himself from showering him with praise.
down to the sound of a heartbeat
by chaotic_neutral_knitter
"I should have been there with you," Stede said, voice rough. "If I hadn't left—" "Stede," Ed said, frustrated. He wiggled backwards out of Stede's arms and held his face in his hands, so that Stede couldn't look away. "It wasn't you leaving that did it. Stop thinking it was your fault." "Okay," Ste
No Strings Attached
by ourfag
Blackbeard had spent thirty years becoming a legend. Ed Teach had spent just as long trying to survive being one. He's nearing fifty now, and something's got to give. When he meets Stede Bonnet at a bar, what starts as an unexpected acquaintanceship becomes something more neither of them knows how t
Invitations
by SquirrelGlider
Parties can be like magical worlds with their own rules and logic. Liminal spaces where the outside world doesn’t exist and you can dare to be a different version of yourself. Ed and Stede find quiet places to be together, alone, at parties and get to know each other. They may also find out a lot ab
{PodFic} Elbows on the counter By: Suchgreatheights
by OurFlagIsLove
The day they get married, the things he knows about Stede could fit on a post-it note. First: he’s fucking rich. Second: he needs a husband to stay that way. Third: he is built like a brick shithouse. Pretty eyes, nice hair. Penchant for weird socks. (Or: 5 times Ed doesn't tell his husband he loves
Affect/ive Explorations
by PolitestMenace (GayPirateAficionado)
Professors Ed and Stede are spending the summer together as planned. But how will cohabiting go for these two? With art by Sailor’s Ruin.
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Popular OFMD Ships
BlackBonnet
Blackbeard | Edward Teach/Stede Bonnet
The infamous Blackbeard and the gentleman pirate finding love on the high seas.
38,000 works →
Gentlebeard
Stede Bonnet/Edward Teach
The Gentleman Pirate Stede Bonnet and the legendary Blackbeard, finding love and acceptance in each other's arms.
42,000 works →
Blackbonnet
Stede Bonnet/Blackbeard
The pampered gentleman pirate and the most feared pirate in history, discovering that opposites not only attract but heal each other.
40,000 works →
Jim/Oluwande
Jim Jimenez/Oluwande Boodhari
The sweet relationship between Jim, a fierce warrior seeking revenge, and Oluwande, the kind-hearted crew member who sees past their walls.
15,000 works →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many OFMD fanfics are on AO3?
There are over 42,000 OFMD fanfiction works on Archive of Our Own, making it one of the platform's largest fandoms.
What are the best OFMD ships?
Popular OFMD pairings include BlackBonnet, Gentlebeard, Blackbonnet. Each ship has thousands of dedicated stories exploring their relationship.
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