Timebomb
Ekko/Jinx
Childhood friends Ekko and Jinx (formerly Powder), now on opposite sides of Zaun's conflicts but unable to fully let go of their past connection.
What is Timebomb?
Timebomb is the fan-given name for the romantic pairing of Ekko and Jinx from Arcane: League of Legends. With over 55,000 works on Archive of Our Own, it's one of the most popular ships in the fandom.
Why fans love Timebomb
The tragedy of childhood friends turned enemies and the glimpse of Powder still inside Jinx creates heartbreaking what-if scenarios.
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The highest-rated Timebomb stories on AO3, ranked by kudos.
The Fear of Being Human Remains
by bruhthatsgay
“I can’t die.” Viktor quirks a brow, his eyebrows furrow a bit and then he sits up a bit straighter, “What?” He can’t help but laugh, disbelieving. He tilts his head a bit to look at the scar on Jayce’s neck again, right over the jugular. “And you’ve certainly tried, haven’t you?” Jayce swallows, no
wait for me (i'm coming with you)
by imjinxed
It was almost funny that despite possessing the ability to bend and break the rules of time, he was still too late. How was it possible that one pathetic second was all it took to seal their tragic fate? If he had gotten there one second sooner, or not wasted time with hesitation, maybe he would've
Reflecting From the Inside
by Spicypill
Integrate (verb) in·te·grate I. (Mathematics) To perform an integral function i.e. solve for the antiderivative; the area under a curve.II. (General) To bring together individual parts to form a unified whole.III. (Historical) To make equal in a society or organization (as in the civil rights moveme
Public reputation
by T1ra
Timebomb modern au , jinx as a supermodel and ekko as an F1 driver where they first meet because of a very annoying interview
Behind the scenes of our all’s emotional downfall (Arcane)
by Sleep_deprived_idiot1410
There is wayyy too little content about the Arcane actor AU, so I took matter into my own hands. What the title says: this is an actor AU starting at S1 Ep4. Friendships and Crushes between bloopers and scripts, written in (more or less) One-Shot format, but like connected. (So basically no real plo
The Priests Daughter
by igatyurionmymind08
The land of Piltover is one separated by day and night, by shadow and light, by vampires and humans. In its protected city, Caitlyn wants to finally fulfil her duty of service to the Order, becoming a Priestess and enrolling in the Academy of Saints. Being the daughter of the now-retired Father, s
I Rest My Case
by Zephrite
A shadow fell across her reports, and Vi recalled Mylo saying something about sending the pro bono attorney to her desk. She sighed, and without glancing up, said, “You the kid’s lawyer?” “Vi.” Vi’s head snapped up upon hearing the voice, her vision immediately clouding with tears. She could barely
liar liar (pants on fire)
Completeby noirruby
Jinx sat frozen, frantically reviewing her options in her head. Vander was gone, Claggor was in Seattle, Mylo was finishing trade school, Vi had just left to visit Caitlyn in fucking London, and Silco—she hadn’t talked to Silco in years. Lux and Ezreal were cramped in an apartment that could barely
To Have Another Opportunity To Live
by PowPow888
Two weeks after the ending of Arcane, Jinx wakes up to find herself still alive and inside of a ventilation shaft of the hexgate. Confused, injured, and starving she finds her way out and into the streets where she is found by Ekko. Now that she has survived intentionally or unintentionally, she mus
Episode 7. Reunion
by timidshrew
Ambessa prepares to raid the Undercity, chasing a rumor about Jinx’s whereabouts. An old enemy comes to Vi’s aid, helping her see the Vanderite cult for what it truly is. Sevika and Mel’s strategic alliance takes on a wholly different—and dangerously alluring—character. Caitlyn and Vi reunite. ‘Epis
La Peor Soltera del Universo
by Damianaskylark
En una ciudad donde los rumores viajan más rápido que la lógica, jinx tiene un pequeño problema: nadie quiere salir con ella porque todos están convencidos de que ya está en una relación con Ekko. Ella lo niega, él también, pero después de tantos momentos “sospechosos”, el universo entero decidió ig
Unexpected changes
by Astrayosa
-So how did it that Jayce Talisa's partner, lives in a half-abandoned house without proper means normal of sustenance?-That's none of your business, Ambessa Medardа.-Not my business? - Her eyebrow twitched upward, and she moved toward Viktor. -You saved my life. I lived in your house for two months.
Faked deaths
by Spacey4
ARCANE SPOILERS!Jinx and Isha live, escaping under everyone's noses, except Ekko’s, till the war dies downCait comforts Vi at the “loss” of her sister.
Sweet Heat
by bassxllo
Caitlyn Kiramman is a woman who lives by precision, technique, and control. Every layer, every flavor, every move, always measured. Violet Santori thrives on instinct, fire, and raw skill — improvising under pressure, never afraid to take a risk. But the moment their worlds collide, rivalry becomes
Heir to the Fissures
by doughnut_mind_if_I_do
In one timeline, Viktor made it home to his family.In another timeline... he didn't. A retelling of 'Child of the Lanes' where things are much, much different.
The Price of Magic
by ProudSanvers
"Go, go, go!" she called, barely waiting for the others to step through before sprinting down the platform. The train whistle blew a sharp warning, and doors were already slamming shut.They all but threw themselves onboard. Powder nearly tripped, and Mylo yanked her forward, the force of it sending
The Language of Light
by Koukabinks
Three years after her breakup with Ekko, Powder has never really managed to move on, especially since he became an international star. But when Ekko disappears without a trace for several weeks, then reappears amnesiac, broken, and terribly vulnerable, it is Powder who finds him first. Without memor
Shatter Me and My Time, Savior
by Maiaren
The Firelights start working with Piltover to remove shimmer from Zaun and bring down Silco’s empire. Jinx becomes the one person who keeps getting in the way. For years she and their masked leader hunt each other through the Undercity, fighting without ever learning who the other really is, every e
What remained of the smoke
Completeby Xerion77
What Remained of the Smoke tells the story of Jinx and Ekko after the events of Arcane Season 2. After Ekko learns that Jinx survived the explosion, he finds her again in Bilgewater. Their reunion is emotional and filled with old wounds, but little by little they learn to trust each other again. Fri
Found Family (Caitlyn and Vi adopt a kid)
by Sistersofzaun
When Vi and Caitlyn find a terrified young girl alone in Zaun, they make a choice that changes all their lives: they take her in and raise her as their own. But as they learn how to become parents, one question remains — can they earn Lavender’s trust after everything she’s been through?
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What does Timebomb mean?
Timebomb is the ship name (portmanteau or nickname) for the pairing of Ekko and Jinx. It's used by fans to tag and search for fanfiction featuring this relationship.
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