All the Young Dudes
by MsKingBean89
"A sweeping chronicle of the Marauders' era told through Remus Lupin's eyes, from his traumatic childhood through the rise and fall of Voldemort."
Plot Summary
This epic retelling of the Harry Potter universe follows Remus Lupin from age eleven through adulthood, beginning with his harsh upbringing in a children's home rather than with his parents. When Dumbledore arrives to bring him to Hogwarts, Remus meets James Potter, Sirius Black, and Peter Pettigrew, forming the legendary friendship group known as the Marauders. The story chronicles their seven years at Hogwarts, exploring their pranks, academic struggles, romantic entanglements, and the deepening bond between Remus and Sirius that slowly evolves from friendship into love.
As the boys mature, the First Wizarding War looms larger, forcing them to confront the realities of a world at war. The story follows them through their involvement with the Order of the Phoenix, the tragic events that tear their group apart, and ultimately to the aftermath of James and Lily's deaths.
Full Plot Summary (Contains Spoilers)
The story follows Remus from his abusive childhood at St. Edmund's children's home through his Hogwarts years with the Marauders. His relationship with Sirius develops slowly from friendship to romantic love, with their first kiss happening in sixth year. The story covers their time as members of the Order of the Phoenix during the First Wizarding War. The climax comes with the betrayal by Peter Pettigrew, leading to James and Lily's deaths and Sirius's imprisonment in Azkaban. The story concludes with Sirius's escape and his reunion with Remus.
Why Fans Love This Fic
This fic has become legendary in the Harry Potter fandom for its masterful character development and the incredibly slow-burn romance between Remus and Sirius built on years of friendship.
Main Characters
Remus Lupin
The protagonist, a werewolf raised in a children's home who struggles with self-worth and belonging
Sirius Black
Remus's best friend and eventual romantic partner, rebellious heir to a dark wizarding family
James Potter
Charismatic Marauder and eventual Head Boy
Peter Pettigrew
The fourth Marauder whose insecurities lead to betrayal
Lily Evans
Brilliant witch who serves as a moral compass for the group
Relationships
Tropes & Tags
Themes
Content Warnings
- Canonical character death
- Child abuse
- War violence
- Period-typical homophobia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "All the Young Dudes" about?
A sweeping chronicle of the Marauders' era told through Remus Lupin's eyes, from his traumatic childhood through the rise and fall of Voldemort.
How long is "All the Young Dudes"?
"All the Young Dudes" is 526,969 words across 188 chapters, with an estimated read time of 35h 8m.
Is "All the Young Dudes" complete?
Yes, "All the Young Dudes" is complete with all 188 chapters published.
Where can I read "All the Young Dudes"?
You can read "All the Young Dudes" by MsKingBean89 on Archive of Our Own (AO3). Download Fanfict Reader for iOS for the best mobile reading experience with offline access.
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