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Code Bat Anthology by Listentothelittlebird
Fandoms: Batman (Comics), Batman - All Media Types, Teen Titans (Comics), Justice League - All Media Types, Red Hood and the Outlaws (Comics), Red Robin (Comics), Young Justice (Comics), Nightwing (Comics), Grayson (Comics), Robin: Son of Batman (Comics), Super Sons (Comics), Batman and the Signal (Comics), Batman and the Outsiders (Comics), Birds of Prey (Comic), Gotham City Sirens (Comics), Young Justice (Cartoon), Young Justice - All Media Types
16 Mar 2022
Summary
Within Gotham, the Bats are a tight-knit group - family - that runs like clockwork.
Outside of Gotham, none of their teammates know they’re related.
This series explores the shenanigans that the Bats get up to, as well as how this distinction would affect canon.
(This is an AU where the Bats are secretly affiliated, but nobody knows that.)
((Marked as complete, but new stuff may crash land when bored))
Anthology containing:
Batman (Supposedly) Works Alone
Batman works alone - that is what the superhero community genuinely believes.
In fact, he was so overprotective of Robin that only the thugs and Rogues of Gotham are even suspicious of his existence.
When Dick Grayson sheds Robin and becomes Nightwing, Bruce has one last request for his old partner. One final protocol: Code Bat.
Rated T for two swear words, because Jason.
On the Clock
Dick was too pre-occupied with getting his friend medical attention to wonder why the Justice League did not seem to recognise them.
(Or; the obligatory time travel fic.)
Protect Our Own
There’s a note addressed to Tim - addressed to R; to Robin.
(Jason is between a rock and a hard place, but he knows how to play his cards right. Talia’s not learning anything, not on his watch.)
The Alley Bat
Jason ran away from Gotham and formed the Outlaws. He had fun, but it was not supposed to last. His teammates soon left for their families. He figured it was time he did the same.
Or: Jason Todd goes home.
Rated T because of Jason swearing, and Fear Toxin hallucinations in part three
Off-World Rescue
An alien king has essentially held Nightwing captive, on the grounds that he had no familial connections which tied him down to Earth.
Code Bat is activated, and Jason is about ready to throw secrecy out the window and punch the alien in its face.
Gotham Needs a Batman
Bruce Wayne is dead - Batman is dead.
Tim Drake believed otherwise.
In which Red Robin is born, a new Batman meets the Justice League, and Bruce returns home.
(In this AU, the superhero community doesn’t know that the Bats are all connected.)
Leave A Message
When Tim left Gotham and became Red Robin, he had to leave anything that could compromise his identity.
He left Cassie a voicemail that she never replied to - not until their friends returned from the dead.
Or, Tim’s team reunites after cheesy voicemail confessions
Play The Role
Luthor is scheming. Tim doesn't trust him.
He thinks that leading Nightwing and Red Robin to the same trap will make them suspicious of each other. He is incredibly wrong.
Why Hello There!
Tim answers a call from the Teen Titans in the presence of one Jason Todd and one Stephanie Brown.
He regrets his decision.
Or, slightly crack-ish fic of Steph and Jason messing with their boi Tim
Don’t Underestimate Us
The Bats have each established themselves as solo vigilantes, with no affiliation to Batman. Outside of Gotham, they’re strangers.
When their teammates start to act strange, and Batman is uncontactable, Code Bat is activated.
(Or: Bat-children, assemble!)
Red Birds Stick Together
Sometimes, even without Code Bat activating, the Bats cross paths in-between all their team missions.
Really, it’s a wonder that nobody knows they’re connected.
Meanwhile, Red Robin will have to explain to Superboy why he’s so comfortable around his almost-killer.
Snapshots of Gotham
Tim Drake had possibly the only photographic evidence of the Robins and Batgirls in existence, besides whatever footage Babs had saved to her database.
Tim agreed with Babs - it was about time he updated that collection.
I’m Alive, Brother
Nightwing’s secret identity is revealed by the Crime Syndicate. Code Bat ensured that the rest of the Bats were safe.
That did nothing to comfort Batman when he saw his son strapped to a bomb.
(Canon happens, but Batman reacts differently. A fix-it.)
Like a Painted Canvas
Damian has been revived.
In the wake of his resurrection, he reflects on his past... and leaves Gotham. There are things to be done - mistakes that Damian needs to atone for.
(This fic takes inspiration from Robin: Son of Batman, Year of Blood, but does not follow through with proper canon.)
Rated T for descriptions of murdered skeletons, I guess
What Comes After
With Damian’s return to Gotham comes returning to the legally alive.
He also gets a new brother, who doesn’t seem to realise that he has already been accepted into the family.
At the gala celebrating his return from the dead, Damian encounters a familiar face.
The New Titans
Bruce knew it was only a matter of time before his youngest son joined an official superhero team of his own.
He was just glad to watch it unfold.
(Featuring the Bats messing around during a superhero party, and Superman trying his best to parent)
Holidays Are For Family
Jason had been spending the past few years away from home during Thanksgiving, so that his teammates would not be alone.
Now that they each had found their own places at the table, Jason could return home. He ends up reassuring their newest addition to the family.
How Are You?
Code Bat can have varying levels of urgency, depending on how it is activated.
An emergency activation tended to mean that dire help was needed, and that their normal superhero teammates were not rescue options.
Jason, thankfully, remembered to use Code Bat when those boxes were ticked.
(Featuring Tim answering a call for Jason as his bratty younger brother.)
Seeking Warmth
Kon-El does not trust Canvas. Tim convinces him to give the kid a chance.
(Featuring a short banter between the bat-siblings, and Damian and Tim fluff)
Welcome to The Team
Lian Harper was done with the assassin life.
She figured she might as well bring her new friend along for the ride.
(This is all just characterisation. Enjoy!)
Invisible Helper
Duke was in the area, so naturally, Oracle called on his help on behalf of Black Lightning.
Jeff just wanted to do a recon.
The Little Things
Oneshots of the bat-siblings, and the little-big things that they keep close to heart.
(Or, an excuse to write person-centric oneshots, one per batkid)
Cherish The Present
It's Christmas. Everyone's home - nobody's severely injured, or missing, or dead. They were together, and that was what mattered.
I'll Teach You
Cass has finally moved back into Gotham.
She brings pieces of the culture she had experienced back home - if there is something she can give her family, it's what she has learnt.
(Featuring some Chinese phrases and some Chinese things. Enjoy!)
Out of the Shadows
The other superheroes were occupied with their own robot problems. Gotham was on its own.
It’s about time they show Gotham who’s been defending them.
Collecting the Hints
Roy isn’t stupid. He’s been hanging around all of them for years - did they really expect him to be that oblivious?
(Or, Roy stringing the Bats together.)
Stop to Look
The new year countdown was unfortunately not enough to deter the crime rates.
There was still time to take a break during patrol to watch the fireworks, though.
(Happy new year, here's to a better one!)
Old Enemy, New Friends
They were just supposed to have a relaxing afternoon catching up with each other. They were not supposed to be kidnapped and taken to an unknown location.
...who is that?
(Damian meets again with someone he would rather forget.)
It Takes Two
Damian can’t play Mario while he’s recovering. Tim can’t make his brother’s arm heal faster, but he can offer a hand.
Some Things Don't Change
Dick gets called to the watchtower through a vague message from Superman. He... is not prepared to find his mentor as a child.
(Featuring Wally and Bart visiting the Batcave, and Tim and Bruce fluff)
Seeing Connections
Lian is as sharp as her Dad, if not more so. Couple that with a few intentional slips, and Lian easily learnt the secret.
Magic Troubles and Confessions
The Amazonian sisters run into a magic-user, and two Bats are along for the ride.
(Featuring Irey and Jai learning about the Bats!)
Batgirls, New and Old
Stephanie decides to crash a Birds of Prey mission in her other costume. Dick says hi, too.
(Featuring Dick revealing his identity to the other Titans, and also his girlfriend)
Now You See Me
Duke has been helping the Outsiders on and off, without showing his face. This time, there's no time for invisible help.
(Featuring the two Harpers and Dinah snickering behind Ollie's back)
This Is Who We Are
The Bats have transitioned out of the shadows. They stick together. One unit; one family.
(Wardrobe changes, cuddles, Mario Odyssey, and more!)
Red is for Love
Cass remembers the vibrancy of Lunar New Year in Hong Kong. She remembers streets lined with bright red lanterns, crowded streets and the bustling of thousands as they gathered for reunion meals with family.
The New Year was definitely different in Gotham, but her family made the best of it for her.
(Lunar New Year, or Chinese New Year, is celebrated based off the Chinese calendar, celebrating the start of the year and the coming of Spring.)
Life with Bats
Does knowing that their teammates have siblings who are also superheroes change anything? Well, yes and no.
Of Birds and Sirens
The first three Robins and the Gotham Sirens, and their interactions over the years.
(Each Siren watches as a Robin spreads their wings.)
Colour the Edges
The new Teen Titans go to a hair salon.
Damian blames his team.
Mishaps and Meetings
Damian Wayne - Canvas - meets Young Justice (post-season 1).
There is, surprisingly, more conversation than conflict.
Raise the Alarm
Nightwing comes to Titans tower. Within seconds, Tim knows something is wrong.
(There is an imposter among us.)
A Little Bird Told Me
The Bats nudging everyone towards better relationships, one conversation at a time.
Shelves: DC Comics
- Site:
- archiveofourown.org
- Words:
- 117,886
- Status:
- Completed
The Abyssal Stories Anthology by DarthPeezy
Fandoms: 僕のヒーローアカデミア | Boku no Hero Academia | My Hero Academia
07 May 2020
Summary
Anthology containing:
The Dark Below
Izuku must learn his place in a broken and cruel world. He must learn the cost of being a hero. He must learn the cost of changing the world to his own image. In a world divided by factions vying for control, oppressive governments, and sympathetic villains, Izuku must decide his place amongst the chess pieces. He'll have to decide what to make of the broken dreams and shattered faith of an indifferent world. He'll need power to do it and rise above the mire and muck of despair.
Thankfully, he was never quirkless.
Sometimes quirks hide until they are triggered. Izuku tasted death and found it lacking, every flavour bitter and lacking spice. In the moments between death and life, he gazed into the howling abyss and it followed him home. Everything he thought he knew about the world is a lie. There are monsters lurking in the dark below, always waiting and always watching.
They wait patiently, waiting for one to sit upon a throne of crystal madness and eternal suffering. They have waited for aeons and will wait until the end of eternity.
They wait for Izuku Midoriya.
IHI Threat Assessment: Kurogiri
An in-universe summary of Kurogiri, right hand to All For One and the League of Villain's Primary strategist.
Set in the same universe as The Dark Below and bears no relation to canon.
IHI Threat Assessment: Hawkmoon
An in-universe summary of Hawkmoon, the fabled Titanslayer and first hero of Japan. This covers her history, affiliations, abilities, and contains a personal story.
Set in the same universe as The Dark Below .
IHI Threat Assessment: Stormwind
An in-universe summary of Stormwind, the Great Tyrant of Europe. This covers her history, affiliations and abilities.
Set in the same universe as The Dark Below .
IHI Threat Assessment: Hero
An in-universe summary of the great Hero who ushered in a Golden Age. This covers her history, affiliations and abilities.
Set in the same universe as The Dark Below.
IHI Threat Assessment: All For One
This is the story of All For One and his rise to power. This is the story of the Strongest Man Alive who stood alone at the summit. This is the story of the man who defined two centuries with his power.
Set in the same universe as The Dark Below.
The Kamino Ward War
Named after the final battlefield, the Kamino Ward War is the single most devastating loss of life in Japan's recent history. Fought by heroes, villains, the military and international foes, it completely changed the social fabric of a nation.
This serves as an in-universe document set in the same universe as The Dark Below.
Shelves: My Hero Academia
- Site:
- archiveofourown.org
- Words:
- 710,860
- Status:
- In-Progress
Summary
Draco has spent half of his life spouting the things his father has taught him without much thought about how he feels about what he says. When he unexpectedly comes face to face with the Dark Lord, he grapples with the harsh realities of the world and struggles with his changing views on life. Instead of doing what’s expected of him fifth year, he joins Dumbledore’s Army and learns how to defend himself, how to make his own choices, and how he can be something greater than his father’s example as he grows into his own man rather than his father’s shadow. The choices he makes change both his and Harry’s fates, intertwining their paths until they converge.
Shelves: Harry Potter
- Site:
- archiveofourown.org
- Words:
- 110,444
- Status:
- Completed
Steve Rogers at 100: Celebrating Captain America on Film by eleveninches, febricant, hellotailor, M_Leigh, neenya, tigrrmilk
Fandoms: Captain America (Movies), Marvel Cinematic Universe
11 May 2014
Summary
“Heil Hydra,” the enemy agent shouts.
“Heil this, motherfucker,” says Captain America, shooting off a rocket.
Steve and Bucky find out Hollywood has been busy since they went away. A historical survey, including but not limited to: one set of exploded genitals, a brief interlude in France, Mel Gibson and other masterworks of casting, eight Academy awards, several dinosaurs, and something Tony Stark has ominously dubbed “the masterpiece.” Art included.
ETA: Hello, I fixed this by taking it out of all collections. Apologies to those of you who had marked it in open or public ones, someone put it in a private collection and it disappeared, prompting a floor of despair in my inboxes on multiple platforms. If this has appeared as a new work, that's just AO3's default move for revealing 'unrevealed' stories. It has not been edited, save for this note. P.S. If you are adding works to collections please make sure the collection is public! -- Nat (Febricant)
Shelves: Marvel Comics
- Site:
- archiveofourown.org
- Words:
- 10,736
- Status:
- Completed