Identity Reveal
A character's secret identity is revealed, whether they're a superhero, villain, supernatural being, or hiding their true self. Relationships are tested and transformed.
What is Identity Reveal in fanfiction?
A character's secret identity is revealed, whether they're a superhero, villain, supernatural being, or hiding their true self. Relationships are tested and transformed. With over 310,000 works on Archive of Our Own, Identity Reveal is one of the most beloved tropes in fanfiction.
Why readers love Identity Reveal
The dramatic tension of the reveal moment, the vulnerability of being truly seen, and how relationships change with truth.
Examples of Identity Reveal
Superhero identity exposed, villain revealed as friend, supernatural nature discovered, real name/background revealed.
Best Identity Reveal Fanfics
The highest-rated Identity Reveal stories across all fandoms on AO3.
tommyinnit's clinic for supervillains
Completeby bonesandthebees (bonesandcacti)
“W-What do you- I mean can I- are you here to rob us?” The person managed to stammer out. Siren snorted. “No. I’m just here to order some food.” “Wh-What about him?” The cashier asked, glancing at Tommy. “Did you- did you kidnap him?” “I mean… yeah, let’s go with that in case this ends up on
please leave a message
Completeby Ravenesta
Sarah Does anyone have the number for Shane's girl from Boston? I feel bad that they've been seeing each other for this long and we've never added her here. Jackie Oh good point! Let me ask Hayden. Jackie has added Lily to the conversation Lily what what is thisOr: Ilya Rozanov is, apparently, one o
The Third Option
Completeby Uncertainty_Principle
Homecoming AU.Ben and May divorced before Peter’s parents died, so when Ben is murdered Peter goes into foster care. It takes just a tiny taste of superpowers for Peter to decide he doesn’t want to put up with his horrible foster father anymore—the streets are infinitely more appealing. All he wants
In Love With Justice
Completeby PlotsOfCoffee
Batman is notorious for his secretive ways, so when the Justice League meets someone he associates with, they naturally have questions. The questions continue to pile up when it’s clear that Batman is rather. . . close to him.Or the Justice League thinks Batman and Nightwing are dating.
Miscommunications
Completeby Isnt_it_pretty_to_think_so
Five times the Avengers learn about Peter Parker, and the one time the rest of the world does, too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Identity Reveal fics are on AO3?
There are over 310,000 works tagged with Identity Reveal on Archive of Our Own.
What fandoms have the most Identity Reveal stories?
Popular fandoms for Identity Reveal include Harry Potter, MCU, Supernatural.
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