My RWBY Fic List
Another Fair Game Week done and dusted. That's the fourth one now; where does the time go?!
Here's my updated list.
The symbol key indicates which ships feature.
❤️️️ Qrow
💚 Clover
💙 James
💛 Tai
🛡️🐶 Jaune/Marrow
🐝🐝 Blake/Yang
All these are on AO3. The rating is shown after each title.
Recently posted/updated:
Fair Game Week 2023 Series
❤️️️️💚️
Two separate fics for Fair Game Week 2023.
Completed
Days One-Six: i will be the one (who comes to rescue you) (T)
When Qrow decides to investigate an unusual circus, little does he realise it will lead to an unexpected rescue which will ultimately change his life.
6 chapters
15,444 words
Day Seven: Room Service (E)
Qrow and Clover have been happy together for many years. Their life is contented, settled... and maybe verging on monotonous.
Clover decides to do something about it.
2 chapters
1,790 words
A RWBY Alphabet Series
A series of (probably) unconnected stories from A to Z, featuring various RWBY characters and relationships.
Ongoing
I: Inversion (E)
Qrow/Ozpin
Finally, Qrow and Ozpin have a relationship they are both happy with. And even though Qrow has to travel frequently, reuniting is always enjoyable.
But one night, an idle thought leads Ozpin to speculate how things could play out a little differently.
1 chapter
2,347 words
The Weight of Impossible Days (T)
❤️️💙
In the aftermath of a fateful day, friends and colleagues are lost or scattered. Against the odds, James Ironwood is recovered, barely alive.
Qrow's anger, which has sustained him in recent days, dissipates as he begins to come to terms with his feelings towards his old friend.
1 chapters
5,242 words
Out of the Darkness (T)
❤️️💚️
After a long and difficult journey, Qrow has arrived in Atlas and is starting to enjoy his days in the floating city. His nights, however, are another matter.
Clover becomes aware of his partner's problems, and offers his help.
1 chapter
4,564 words
Hey Jealousy (T)
❤️️💚💙
Qrow's relationship with James has been erratic, at best. Their shared history meant a closeness which at times promised to become something more. But it never quite worked.
Now Qrow is back in Atlas and has to accept James has moved on.
But why did he have to move on with someone so likeable?
3 chapters
9,052 words
For convenience, I've created several series and grouped most of the fics according to their main theme:
Somewhat Silly
Focus on Family
Mostly Soft with Minimal Angst
A Modicum of Angst
Degrees of Naughtiness
Historical Setting
Modern Setting
If you are interested, I have an ongoing playlist where I keep track of the songs which have contributed to some of the things I've written.
It's on Apple Music, YouTube, and Spotify.
Older fics below cut
A Fair Game Rainbow Series
❤️️💚️
A series of eight unconnected short stories, prompted by the colours of the rainbow. Because why not 🌈🙂
Completed
A RWBY Alphabet Series
A series of (probably) unconnected stories from A to Z, featuring various RWBY characters and relationships.
Ongoing
Clover Ebi: Ace Operative Series
❤️️💚️
A short series looking at how a Fair Game relationship might work, if Clover were asexual.
Completed
Early Days Series
❤️️💚️
A series of short fics which follow Qrow and Clover as they become more friendly, leading into the start of a deeper relationship.
Completed
As I wrote very little lead-up for Qrow and Clover's relationship in my longer story, I decided to try and rectify that here.
These stories reach a natural conclusion of their own, and you don't have to go on to read the longer story for them to make sense 🙂
Fair Game Week 2021 Series
❤️️️️💚️
Seven separate fics for Fair Game Week 2021.
Completed
Fair Game Week 2022 Series
❤️️️️💚️
Seven separate fics for Fair Game Week 2022.
Completed
Fair Game Weekend 2020 Series
❤️️💚️
3 fics for Fair Game Weekend, 2nd-4th October 2020.
Completed
Hummingbird Week 2021 Series
Qrow/Summer
Two separate fics for Hummingbird Week 2021.
Completed
IronQrow Week 2021 Series
❤️️💙
Seven separate fics for IronQrow Week 2021.
Completed
IronQrow Week 2022 Series
❤️️💙
Seven separate fics for IronQrow Week 2022.
Completed
Numerically Speaking Series
❤️️💚️
A series of (mostly) unconnected short stories, prompted by the numbers 1 to 10.
Fair Game with a sprinkling of Bumbleby in Part Six. Complete
Qrowtober 2020 Series
Six separate fics for Qrowtober 2020.
Completed
TaiQrow Week 2021 Series
❤💛
Eight separate fics for TaiQrow Week 2021.
Completed
Varin & Challance Series
❤️️💚️
Stories taking place throughout Qrow and Clover's life together.
Ongoing
Vicky's OT4 Story Series (T)
❤️️💚💙💛
Five linked pieces for Iron Dragon's Charms Week.
Or, how Qrow, Clover, James, and Taiyang got together.
Completed
9,578 words
7-6 (M)
❤️️💚️
A quiet night in for Qrow and Clover ends in an unexpected battle for the two experienced fighters.
1 chapter
1,202 words
(all this time) we were waiting for each other (T)
❤️️💙
After one drunken night together, neither James nor Qrow know how to handle the situation between them.
So they don't.
Until Qrow arrives in Atlas, and then there are questions which have to be answered.
1 chapter
4,518 words
All Together Now (T)
❤️️💚💙
In a world very similar to Remnant, Hunters roam the land seeking and destroying the Scourge, which terrorise ordinary citizens.
For one renowned Hunter, a vicious attack which almost kills him sets his life on an unexpected path.
4 chapters
13,509 words
As Tears Go By (G)
❤️️💚️
Some painful memories never leave you, but if you have a sympathetic partner there for you, it helps.
1 chapter
1,257 words
An Average Day in Atlas (T)
❤️️💚
In an alternative Remnant where a certain immortal witch does not exist, the focus of everyday life is not quite the same.
Qrow is spending time in Atlas with his extended family of teenagers, who are on a long educational visit from Beacon. Friendships are made and there is much to learn, especially for Penny who is trying to make sense of human relationships. Winter is doing her best to help her understand, whilst making sure James doesn't overwork himself.
Meanwhile, Qrow is taking a more direct approach with another member of the Atlas team.
1 chapter
4,487 words
Better The Second Time (M)
❤️️💚️
The first time is special.
The second, even more so.
1 chapter
2,552 words
Birth Day (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow and Clover wait anxiously for a very special delivery.
1 chapter
1,491 words
A Busy Week (E)
❤️️💚
Five times Qrow and Clover attempt to get jiggy, and one time they finally manage it.
1 chapter
4,710 words
but the image is discoloured now (G)
❤️️💚️
Time can diminish the hurt. It can also cause the memories to fade.
Qrow wants to remember.
1 chapter
323 words
Captivated (T)
❤️️💚
Qrow's New Year gets under way with a head full of thoughts of Clover Ebi. Jimmy's PA has made quite an impression on him, but Qrow isn't sure if this is a good thing.
1 chapter
3,646 words
Challenge Accepted (T)
❤️️💚️
Flirting is one thing, but Clover knows liaisons between military personnel are frowned on. Even if it's something he wants, very much.
Qrow decides it's time to give him a nudge in the right direction.
1 chapter
1,941 words
Cherish (T)
❤️️💚️
Special things in Qrow's life don't last. He's learnt the hard way to keep things hidden. It's easier then, when it goes wrong.
This time, it might be different.
1 chapter
1,140 words
Convergence (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow and Clover are bound to get together. Eventually.
1 chapter
1,514 words
Deep (E)
❤️️💚️
Qrow sometimes teases Clover about the depth of feeling between them. But they both know that being in deep, is where they want to be.
1 chapter
1,396 words
Double or Nothing (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow is reluctant to accompany Clover to visit one of Atlas Software's customers. Even though his colleague is attractive, friendly, and very good at his job.
Then an unexpected turn of events forces Qrow to re-evaluate the situation in which he finds himself.
1 chapter
4,499 words
The Edge of Heaven (M)
❤️️💚️
Clover takes Qrow somewhere he has never been before.
AKA Clover shows Qrow the meaning of the pink stripe on his flag.
1 chapter
3,539 words
Face the Rain (G)
❤️️💚️
Clover and Qrow have been together for some time now, but the cracks are starting to show.
1 chapter
2,324 words
Flightless (G)
❤️️💚️
The war is drawing to a close, and Qrow is flying back to Atlas after a successful mission.
When his flight ends abruptly, little does Qrow know that one aspect of his life has now changed forever.
1 chapter
4,860 words
Friday I'm In Love (T)
❤️️💙
James enjoys a coffee at the railway station on his way to work. He could call in every day, but there's a reason why he only stops by on a Friday.
1 chapter
5,040 words
A Gentleman's Excuse Me (E)
❤️️💚💙
Qrow is left to amuse himself for the evening while James and Clover are out. He devises a game they can all play later, but it doesn't go quite the way he expected.
1 chapter
3,501 words
A Good Boy (T)
❤️️💛
When a family member falls ill, Tai turns to Qrow for help.
And Qrow is happy to be there for him.
1 chapter
5,173 words
Gravitational Pull (T)
❤️️💙
Qrow is happy to oblige Tai by minding the store so he and Raven can take a holiday.
He finds one customer particularly intriguing, and fortunately for him, the man has a good reason to return to the shop.
5 chapters
11,148 words
Hand in Hand in Hand (T)
❤️️💚💙
Qrow, Clover, and James decide the time is right to make an important commitment to each other.
1 chapter
1,799 words
Heal My Heart (T)
❤️️💛
Qrow and Clover are getting on well, both at work and away from it. Each wonders where this slow dance might lead... until an accident sends Qrow away, to be healed in more ways than one.
1 chapter
6,246 words
Hearts Forever Bound Together (T)
❤️️💛 / STRQ
Every year, Remnant celebrates the Day of Hearts— a day to focus on those you love, whether as a friend, a partner, or something else.
For Team STRQ, it's a day to remember the ties that bind them.
1 chapter
2,568 words
Here With Me (G)
❤️️💛
It's said a picture is worth a thousand words.
Tai has a lifetime of them.
1 chapter
1,678 words
A Hidden Tail (T)
🛡️🐶
When Marrow wonders how much easier life might be if he wasn't so obviously a Faunus, Jaune does what he can to provide support for his boyfriend.
1 chapter
1,540 words
Home Is In Your Arms (G)
❤️️💚️
Qrow has never known true love, and anyway, he's not sure if it's something he deserves.
But maybe things are different now.
1 chapter
2,787 words
Home To You (T)
❤️️💙
After the Fall of Beacon, Qrow is busier than ever before. His missions take him far away from friendly places, and an unexpected incident makes him wonder if home is where you least expect it.
1 chapter
3,382 words
A Hope That Waits In The Dark (T)
💚💙
Everyone is beautiful in the dark.
James knew the old saying well. He wondered if anyone could ever find him beautiful in the light of day.
1 chapter
1,339 words
(i'll give you) the reasons that you need to stay (G)
❤️️💛
Qrow has stayed on Patch for long enough— he has plenty of reasons to leave.
Tai does not agree.
1 chapter
1,502 words
i'm dreaming 'bout those dreamy eyes (G)
❤️️💚️
The importance or otherwise of eye colour.
1 chapter
478 words
In Your Eyes (T)
❤️️💚️
Not everyone believes in the idea of a soulmate. And sometimes, you don't have to.
1 chapter
6,303 words
Instinctively Yours (T)
❤️️💚️
In Springtime, every bird's thoughts turn to finding a partner. Clover never expected it to be him.
1 chapter
2,016 words
It's Not Goodbye (G)
🛡️🐶
In the escalating confusion after team RWBY fight with the Ace Ops, there is someone Jaune desperately wants to find.
1 chapter
647 words
Just Because It Burns (G)
❤️️💚️
What do you do when the harmless banter and mild flirting are set to lead to something more? Something which doesn't seem like a good idea...
Winter has a suggestion, and she's convinced it's the answer to Qrow's problem.
1 chapter
6,602 words
The King, the Knight, and the Dragon (T)
❤️️💙💛
Sir Qrow is the most accomplished knight at the court of King James. When he is sent to investigate reports of a dragon bothering some of the king's subjects, the unexpected outcome will touch the lives of several people at court.
1 chapter
7,567 words
Kiss Me, Kiss Me (T)
❤️️💚️
After the trials and tribulations in Atlas, Clover and Qrow enjoy some downtime in Patch.
1 chapter
1,635 words
Late Bloomer (G)
❤️️💚️
Clover is as straight as the day is long... and when you are dedicated to your job, the day is very long indeed. He is a man who enjoys the certainty of his orderly life, and he can't imagine anything that might change it.
Maybe he needs to work on his imagination a little.
1 chapter
2,998 words
Learn to Love Again (M)
❤️️💚️
As Qrow refuses to acknowledge he is struggling with the consequences of quitting drinking, his relationship with Clover begins to founder. When things are at their bleakest, James does what he can to help.
1 chapter
5,539 words
Let It Be Me (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow's life has always been restless, the opportunities to settle down with another person frustratingly scarce. The rare times he's tried, it results in disappointment as they go their separate ways. So he decides that kind of life is not for him.
In Atlas, he meets someone who encourages him to try again.
1 chapter
4,762 words
Letting Go (G)
❤️️💛
Qrow tries to help Taiyang move on.
1 chapter
948 words
Love Enough For Three (M)
❤️️️💚💙
Qrow blames both himself and James for Clover's situation.
James blames himself too, for that and also for almost everything else that has happened.
Maybe the three of them, together, can find the peace which they—and everyone else—deserve.
Completed
10 chapters
21,945 words
Love On The Border (T)
❤️️️💚️
A routine guard-post inspection becomes anything but, when Clover interviews a man who is apprehended trying to cross the border.
1 chapter
3,197 words
A Lullaby for James (G)
❤️️💚💙
After the horrific experiences of the war, James' sleep is plagued by nightmares. He is helped by two other survivors, and together they achieve a more restful night.
1 chapter
956 words
maybe i will write a song for you (that you will never hear) (G)
❤️️💙
James has reached the end. The stars beckon.
1 chapter
658 words
Misfortune Favours the Bold (T)
❤️️💚️
After agreeing to help Clover with a minor DIY task, Qrow's renowned bad luck works to his advantage in an unexpected way.
1 chapter
1,957 words
The Monster I've Become (T)
💚💙
James had not expected love, or anything like it, to come calling. But it does, and for a while he can be happy. Life, however, has other plans for him.
1 chapter
4,928 words
The New Stable Master (G)
❤️️💚️
Captain Clover Ebi arrives at Faunus Hall, to take up a position as Stable Master. The estate Steward, Qrow Branwen, is unsure of his suitability for the role. In time, however, Qrow finds they have much in common.
1 chapter
4,925 words
Next Stop Anywhere (T)
❤️️💚️
Clover is old enough to take part in the Sending, a ceremony to set his feet on a journey out into the world.
His experiences along the way take his life in more than one unexpected direction.
3 chapters
18,703 words
Northumbrian Treasure (T)
❤️️💚💙
Earl Clover Ebisson was no stranger to the shores of Northumbria— he and his warriors had taken many slaves on their previous raids. This time, the treasure the earl seized would prove more precious than he realised.
1 chapter
4,159 words
The One Who Loved You So (G)
Qrow & James / ❤️️💚
James cares for Qrow. He sometimes wishes he didn't.
1 chapter
1,000 words
The Only One That Knows Me (G)
❤️️💚️
There are two Clover Ebis— one public, one private. Other than Clover himself, only one person knows them both.
1 chapter
1,686 words
Paradigm Shift (M)
❤️️💚️
Clover's life is settled in every way except one. As he searches for the right woman for him, fate takes a hand and sets him on an unexpected path.
10 chapters
19,360 words
The Parent-Teacher Association (T)
❤️️💛
When Yang is involved in yet another playground fight, her teacher has to deal with her equally combative parent. Can Qrow and Tai go beyond their mutual antipathy to reach a more harmonious association?
1 chapter
5,154 words
A Positive Result (G)
🐝🐝
Yang's tiring day at work is forgotten, as Blake shares some good news.
1 chapter
926 words
Practice Makes Perfect (T)
❤️️💚
It's been several years since Clover went on a date, and he's not sure he's ready to try again. But Winter has other ideas, although the consequences of her plan aren't exactly what either of them expected.
3 chapters
8,497 words
a qrow came to me (G)
❤️️💚️
A short scene which could have happened, but sadly never did.
1 chapter
672 words
A Rainbow Above You (T)
❤️️💚️💙
Qrow and Clover both know James needs to take better care of himself, even if the general won't acknowledge the fact.
So they decide to take matters into their own hands.
1 chapter
3,144 words
Reassurance (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow always anticipates the worst outcome in any situation. Clover tries to reassure him, that isn't always how things turn out.
1 chapter
1,113 words
Regency Bees (G)
🐝🐝 / ❤️️💚️, but more in the background
A desparate situation calls for a desperate remedy. Especially when you have been told you must marry a gentleman for whom you have no regard.
7 chapters
13,556 words
A Regency Qrow (M)
❤️️💚️
Qrow returns to England after an extended trip, to find society has changed considerably in his absence.
4 chapters
13,918 words
Rescue Mission (M)
💚️💙 / ❤️️💛
En route to oversee talks with two potential Federation members, the United Star Ship Carpathian receives a distress signal. After going to investigate, Captain James Ironwood and his crew find themselves embarking on an unexpected mission.
4 chapters
11,428 words
Right Behind You (E)
❤️️💚
Clover wakes early, while Qrow seems to be in the middle of an interesting dream. The dream becomes real when Clover offers to help.
1 chapter
1,987 words
Room in Your Heart (T)
❤️️💚️
Clover would like to get to know Qrow better, but is there a place for him in Qrow's heart?
1 chapter
2,414 words
The Same Page (T)
❤️️💚️ / 🐝🐝
The war is over, and the future is waiting.
Qrow and Clover are settled, and thinking about what might come next for them.
For Blake and Yang, things aren't quite so clear-cut.
1 chapter
3,825 words
The Same Sea (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow knows he can't be around Clover, not after what almost happened. He tries to steer his life in another direction, but sometimes, the current takes you back to where you began.
1 chapter
3,313 words
The Shape of You (T)
❤️️💚️
Qrow sees Clover in a new light.
1 chapter
900 words
Sharp Edges (T)
❤️️💚️
There is more than one way to hurt those you care about.
1 chapter
3,208 words
The Silver Lining (T)
❤️️💚️
When it seems there might be a repeat of the disastrous pandemic of two years ago, the government loses no time in declaring a lockdown of all households. For Qrow and Clover, this presents a problem.
1 chapter
3,162 words
Slowly, Gently (T)
❤️️💚💙💛
The war is over, but recovery is slow. Tai's home on Patch proves to be the ideal place to recuperate— for those that remain.
1 chapter
8,424 words
Snowdrops (T)
❤️️💚️
For Clover, it's a case of once bitten, twice shy.
When Qrow's attempts to flirt with him are unsuccessful, he learns something of Clover's past which helps to explain it.
1 chapter
6,465 words
Some Kind of Madness (E)
❤️️💚️
Clover enjoys the heady rush of a new relationship. But after the madness of the early, euphoric liaisons, is there anything more?
1 chapter
3,642 words
Storytime (E)
❤️️💚️
Clover is away, so he calls Qrow and tells him a bedtime story.
1 chapter
1,501 words
Straight From Your Heart (T)
❤️️💚️
Following the catastrophic fight on the tundra, Qrow and Clover try and come to terms with what happened.
4 chapters
4,049 words
Sub Rosa (T)
💚️💙
The books and films had got it all wrong, Clover realised. There was no excitement or romance in a clandestine love affair.
Only frustration.
4 chapters
10,279 words
Take My Hand (M)
🛡️🐶
Marrow and Jaune know their relationship is something special... something more than either has known before. They decide they both want to take it further, but is it too soon for Jaune?
1 chapter
2,517 words
Taking Charge (E)
💚💙
James has spent a lifetime being the one in charge. Clover wonders if he'd like to try something a little different.
1 chapter
2,671 words
Thirty Steps (T)
❤️️💚️
Clover almost loses his life in a bitter fight on the tundra. After extensive surgery, he begins his slow journey to recovery.
Written for the month of Clovember 2021.
30 chapters
18,544 words
A Thirty-Leaf Clover (T)
Various Clover-centric relationships
One 100-word drabble chapter a day, for the month of Clovember 2020.
30 chapters
3,000 words
Thirty-One Qrow Feathers (M)
Various Qrow-centric relationships
One 100-word drabble chapter a day, for the month of Qrowtober 2021.
31 chapters
3,100 words
Three Hot Men (T)
❤️️💚💙
A house out in the country should be the perfect place for a short break from the rigours of work. If only they could get the heating to function properly...
1 chapter
2,068 words
A Time To Hold On, A Time To Let Go (G)
🛡️🐶
Sometimes it can take a long while to let go, but that's okay.
1 chapter
683 words
Trial Run (E)
❤️️💚️
Qrow has issued an... unorthodox challenge to Clover. Getting ready for it isn't quite as straightforward as either of them expected.
1,109 words
Two Hearts (G)
❤️️💚️
Two hearts, drawn together. A poem.
1 chapter
184 words
The Warmest Winter (T)
❤️️💚
It is Qrow's first winter in Atlas, and although the weather is cold, he finds warmth in an unexpected, yet welcome, place.
1 chapter
1,587 words
A Way To Say Thank You (G)
❤️️💚️
Qrow is happier than he's ever been, and he knows Clover has played a large part in that. He decides it's time to say thank you.
1,906 words
We Don't Have To Dance (M)
❤️️💚️
Neither Qrow nor Clover is looking for love— both are happy with casual encounters. A chance meeting might change their perspective.
3 chapters
7,555 words
We Dream the Same Dream (T)
❤️️💙
James and Qrow's relationship has served them well for years. Occasional visits with minimal emotional strings attached. Exactly how they both like it.
Or is it? Winter is concerned for James' well-being, and decides to step in.
1 chapter
4,636 words
We're Not Boyfriends (E)
❤️️💚️
When everyone assumes you're together, even when you're not, what's the solution?
Qrow and Clover decide they might as well roll with it.
What's the worst that could happen?
1 chapter
6,794 words
Who Are You? (T)
❤️️💚️
Dreams are always open to interpretation, and Clover has no idea what his means. The answer, when it eventually comes, will change his life.
4 chapters
12,281 words
you know i can't love (T)
❤️️💚️
Loving someone is not always enough.
1 chapter
1,901 words
Your Words, My Mouth (T)
❤️️💚️
Soulmates exist, and Qrow wants none of it; the only occurrence he'd seen before had not ended well.
But after the briefest exchange with the first Atlesian he meets, Qrow's stance is called into question as the issue becomes more personal.
1 chapter
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