Detroit: Become Human

HankCon

Hank Anderson/Connor

A grieving alcoholic detective who hates androids is partnered with the polite android designed to hunt deviants, and Detroit: Become Human builds its best storyline out of their thawing partnership. Connor's deviancy arc runs directly through Hank's slow shift from hostility to fierce protectiveness. The fandom's adult contingent made them the game's dominant ship.

10,000 works

What is HankCon?

HankCon is the fan-given name for the romantic pairing of Hank Anderson and Connor from Detroit: Become Human. With over 10,000 works on Archive of Our Own, it's one of the most popular ships in the fandom.

Why fans love HankCon

A machine learning to be a person and a man relearning how to care — each becomes the proof the other needed.

Most Popular HankCon Fanfics

The highest-rated HankCon stories on AO3, ranked by kudos.

1

Instructions Not Included

Complete

by Vinci

Logically, Connor should have noticed something was different after the moment of his deviancy, after he consciously chose not to shoot Markus, but he truly didn’t notice it until months later, as he watched, in absolute interest, as Hank typed something on his computer across from him at his desk.O

19,165 kudos 35,715 words ~143 min read Explicit
Background Markus/Simon Friends to Lovers Sexual Tension
2

Fuck pride (pride only hurts, it never helps)

Complete

by ImogenGotDrunk

After the android uprising, Connor becomes a permanent fixture in the DPD. That’s fine. Gavin can accept that. The dipshit’s more human than he used to be, and a decent detective to boot. Gavin can deal with him being around.What Gavin cannot deal with is Connor’s replica; prissy, cold-eyed, and wit

14,752 kudos 43,778 words ~176 min read Mature
Fluff Angst Hurt/Comfort
3

Halcyon

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by Terminallydepraved

Hank gave in to the urge to bury his face in his hands. This was just… Fuck, he was too innocent looking. Those wide eyes, the soft looking lips. He stared at Hank like he hung the sun and stars, and here Hank was, projecting. Again. Something brushed his shoulder and Hank couldn’t help but jump. He

11,208 kudos 11,102 words ~45 min read Explicit
First Time Domestic Fluff Light Angst
4

learning curve

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by Yuu_chi

“While sexual activity is not my default purpose, I do possess the capability,” Connor says without so much as batting an eye, unaware that he’s completely shattered Hank’s world view in one single sentence.

10,629 kudos 15,413 words ~62 min read Explicit
Post-Canon Pacifist Ending Developing Relationship
5

Possibility

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by SpicyReyes

Connor was not designed for domestic tasks, but he has to be useful somehow. He just has to.

7,728 kudos 19,270 words ~78 min read Teen And Up Audiences
minor OCs - Freeform Domestic Oblivious Connor
6

Skin Deep

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by bughnrahk

Hank is 53 years old. He's never had a soul mark, doesn't have a soul mate. And he's fine with that. He cheated the system once and it cost him everything he had. Never again. When August 2038 rolls around and the number '313 248 317 - 51' appears on his arm in perfect Cyberlife Sans font, exactly w

7,712 kudos 53,820 words ~216 min read Explicit
Alternate Universe - Soulmates Soulmates Soulmate-Identifying Marks
7

machine learning

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by kriegersan

“This kinda shit doesn’t go away overnight. It’s only been a few months, Connor. We’re only just starting to know what this is gonna look like.” Lt. Anderson throws back his beer. “You think I don’t know that?” He sounds defensive. He tempers his voice. “I’m simply processing.”“Tell me about it-- I’

7,549 kudos 31,517 words ~127 min read Explicit
Pacifist Option Spoilers Alcohol Abuse/Alcoholism
8

The Normal Imagination

Complete

by orphan_account

Hank is too big, Connor is too tight.

7,147 kudos 6,981 words ~28 min read Explicit
Established Relationship First Time robot guts
9

Sweet Dreams Are Made of This

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by ArthurOfCamelot

Connor has a three year seduction plan to make Hank love him back, and it starts with getting the lieutenant into his bed. Co-sleeping is scientifically proven to be beneficial to humans, and proximity is the number one factor in relationships forming. But when Connor starts having dreams thanks to

6,265 kudos 66,308 words ~266 min read Explicit
Domestic Fluff Domestic Bliss Sharing a Bed
10

Domesticity

by CeilingKiwi

When Hank's wife abandons him and their young son, Hank struggles to adjust to single parenthood. He buys a second-hand domestic android to help keep his household afloat, an android with buggy software and an unusual amount of initiative. As Connor becomes an indispensable member of the household,

5,903 kudos 280,507 words ~1123 min read Explicit
Slow Burn Friends to Lovers Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence
11

Arrival

Complete

by coffee666

“Hello. I am RK800, an advanced prototype. Pleased to make your acquaintance.”“It’s a little goofy looking.” The customer crossed his arms. RK800 frowned. The customer chuckled in surprise.“I think it looks cool!” For the first time, RK800 noticed a young boy with the customer. The boy stepped forwa

5,819 kudos 83,075 words ~333 min read Explicit
Domestic Connor is the most advanced house husband ever produced cole doesn't die lol
12

Mission

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by galerian_ash

"The suspect is heading this way. Quick," Connor hisses, "kiss me!"Hank's eyes widen. He falters for a moment, then his jaw tightens and he looks away. "No way. I've seen the kind of shit you put in your mouth, remember?"

5,604 kudos 4,031 words ~17 min read Teen And Up Audiences
Undercover as a Couple First Kiss Getting Together
13

the other way to someday

Complete

by bigspoonnoya

Cole's teacher is annoying. He's also attractive. For Hank Anderson, that's a bad combination.

5,531 kudos 84,440 words ~338 min read Explicit
Alternate Universe Slow Burn Eventual Smut
14

My Heart, It's A Fish Out Of Water

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by trashcangimmick

Connor gets an upgrade that lets him drink alcohol. Of course, he’s a lightweight and it ends in filthy sex on Hank’s couch.

5,349 kudos 2,585 words ~11 min read Explicit
Alcohol Intoxication Drunk Sex
15

Existence Is An Act

Complete

by ShanaStoryteller

Connor fails his first mission. His entire series is decommissioned and labeled a failure.He ends up getting picked up at the junkyard, put back together again, and sold to the Eden Club. That's where he meets Lieutenant Hank Anderson, and gains a second chance to prove himself.

5,174 kudos 30,866 words ~124 min read Teen And Up Audiences
Alternate Universe Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence Connor is doing his best
16

eighteen wheels on an uphill climb

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by blackeyedblonde

Hank is going to die. He’s going to die right here in Kentucky, 53 years old, halfway to broke, and tragically sober. Survived only by a nine-year-old St. Bernard and the 31-year-old twink who delivered the fatal blow.

4,923 kudos 91,710 words ~367 min read Explicit
Alternate Universe - Truckers Human Connor (Detroit: Become Human) Road Trips
17

Success Probability

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by Driverpicksthemooseic

"Hank," Connor starts. Not Lieutenant, just Hank. Hank gives him a baffled stare. "This is the only method with a high probability of success, so please go along with it." (OR, Hank and Connor go undercover at the Eden Club.)

4,854 kudos 1,740 words ~7 min read Mature
Undercover as a Couple Fake/Pretend Relationship Shameless Trope Fill
18

suppress, deflect (advance, accept)

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by Anonymous

"So, what? Cyberlife gave you a preference for ugly, old, washed-up bastards?"Connor intentionally allows himself to appear unamused. "Absolutely not." He waits for Hank to look at him again before delivering his punchline. "I believe I developed that for myself."

4,610 kudos 11,625 words ~47 min read Explicit
Post-Pacifist Best Ending (Detroit: Become Human) Anxiety Attacks briefly mentioned
19

Your Face Is Frowning Oh So Thin (But The Corners Of Your Eyes Are Smiling)

Complete

by BoyOneder

Hank knew he shouldn’t be so surprised with all the androids becoming deviant as of late, but to think Connor, Mr. State-of-the-Art, was starting to feel something… There were no words.  (Aka)Connor gets asked a personal question about how certain parts of his anatomy functions and Hank bites off mo

4,186 kudos 8,317 words ~34 min read Explicit
Explicit Sexual Content Awkward Conversations During Canon
20

Within the Wires

Complete

by whitachi

Connor has some wires out of place, and Hank helps to fix them.

4,144 kudos 1,580 words ~7 min read Explicit
Robot Sex Car Sex USB Blasting

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HankCon is the ship name (portmanteau or nickname) for the pairing of Hank Anderson and Connor. It's used by fans to tag and search for fanfiction featuring this relationship.

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