#and Mercutio and Sirius

[c0mbatchameleon]

Hiii how y’all doing just here to drop a random snippet

The midnight lighting sweeps over James’ skin, casting soft shadows. Specks of glitter along his eyelids—no doubt Dorcas’ doing, damn her—twinkle like individual stars. A night sky painted over this sculpture of a face, of a boy. Eyes crinkled in laughter, cheeks blossoming.

The music is muffled, as if they really are underwater, at the bottom of some sea, and Regulus is swimming in it. The beat pierces through the waves, resonating in the floor beneath him and straight through to his chest. Or maybe that’s just his heartbeat. Or James’. Maybe the room is just one big heartbeat.

Regulus is so lost in it all he doesn’t notice when neither of them are laughing anymore.

James’ eyes, gold and glittering, sweep over Regulus’ face in interest. “Who did your makeup?”

His mouth feels dry as he replies, “Pandora.”

James raises a hand gently and hesitantly, holds his fingers out by the younger boy’s face, like the iridescent lines sloped across it have some sort of pull. “Can I?”

Regulus holds his breath. And nods.

He watches the pure wonder strewn across James’ expression as he softly traces the lines—beneath his eyes, across his cheeks and the bridge of his nose, above his eyebrows and then below. It’s a ghost of a touch and it’s leaving trails of white-hot flame. Regulus keeps himself as still as possible, breaths shallow, like the slightest movement might scare him and his touch away.

“So pretty,” James murmurs, so softly it’s not clear if he knows he said it out loud.

“Uh- yeah,” Regulus stutters, “she’s good at makeup.”

The tracing continues dangerously close to Regulus’ lips as James speaks in almost a whisper. “Oh. Yeah, the makeup too.”

[sweetnnaivete]

sirius black would eat so hard as mercutio in romeo and juliet

[enbysiriusblack]

have some benvolio/mercutio being wolfstar variants: (and some james as romeo)

[spindrifters]

harold perrineau's mercutio is sirius black-coded, do you understand?

[Mercutio and Romeo] were [in love], but in the way that 14-year-old boys can be in love with each other. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a sexual thing. But sexuality is a thing that young men are always talking about. So it could be confusing. And Mercutio is full of great passions. Of the badasses that could be out there, Mercutio was the baddest ass there was. And wearing a skirt was no problem for him, because if you were going to challenge his manhood, he was ready for that, as well. [x]

[freeusemuses]

Mercutio, since your father proved his innocence, how has your relationship with him gone?

"So let me get this straight..." Sirius was pacing back and forth between Dumbledoor's desk, and the seat across from it where his son currently sat. "I was called here, because in the span of one week my son has flung all manner of hexes and jinxes at Snape-"

"Professor Snape." Dumbledoor made to correct. But Sirius waved his correction down.

"At Snivilus." Sirius shot back. Using the old insult he and the other Marauders would hurl at Snape during their schooling days. Making the greasy haired, hooked nosed potions master scowl as he stood behind the headmaster. "All because, the git thinks he can get away with insulting my son, and his friends on a daily basis? What was the last straw that made you call me here?"

"Apparently Mercutio dumped the contents of his cauldron onto Professor Snape's head." Dumbledoor said in his usual calm tone. Though there seemed to be an air of amusement in the old headmaster's voice.

"That would have been an improvement to his looks if he had." Sirius shot a wink at Mercutio. "I assume there were witnesses. Credible witnesses Snivilus. Not anyone from your house, who'd be biased enough to agree with you. Did anyone see my son do what he was accused of?"

"Apparently not." Dumbledoor said.

"Then we are done here." Sirius said, motioning for his son to follow him as he made to leave the office.

Once outside, Sirius turned to face his son. "So, did you do all those things?"

"Of course. The slimy git deserved it for talking all that crap about you and Uncle James." Mercutio answered, and a smile split Sirius' face.

"That's my boy."

[yessica1106]

James Potter - Romeo

Lily Evans - Juliet

Remus Lupin - Benvolio

Sirius Black - Mercutio

Regulus Black - Valentine

Severus Snape - Tybalt

Right?

[glowinthedarksp1ders]

And this isn’t Sirius as Mercutio???

[your-girl-nina]

jegulus romeo and juliet play au: Regulus is in charge of the hogwarts school play this year, he chooses Romeo and Juliet. James auditions for and gets the part of romeo because lily is playing juliet. Last minute though lily drops out and Regulus the only person who knows all the lines because he's obessed with the play has to play juliet last minute. James doesn't know Regulus is playing Juliet till the masquerade ball scene and they meet and kiss on stage for the first time. I feel like this would be such a great au, because Regulus acts a bit like a diva with wanting to get this play perfect(mostly because all the parents are coming to see it and he wants to make his proud). All the Marauders era teens are in the play.

I'm really sorry about not replying earlier!!!its been in my drafts for weeks 😭. so like, I almost cried when I read this. I love the concept and I now worship you. Thank you for living. I really appreciate your existence. I expanded on it if you don't mind. All credits to you though!! 🙌(fic below the cut. Word count: 1181. ENGLISH IS NOT MY FIRST LANGUAGE) @darkcrowprincess

Regulus Black stood at the front of the room, clipboard in hand, as he eyed the stage with sharp precision. The Hogwarts auditorium was buzzing with the excited chatter of students, most of them nervously glancing at their scripts, waiting for their cue. The annual school play was just around the corner, and this year Regulus had pulled out all the stops. Romeo and Juliet. A classic. And one that would undoubtedly bring praise if executed perfectly. It had to be perfect.

He ran a hand through his sleek black hair, exhaling sharply as he watched James Potter—Hogwarts' most infuriating Gryffindor—practicing his lines with Lily Evans, who was supposed to play Juliet.

James had, of course, gotten the role of Romeo. There was never any question. Not only did he have a natural charisma that drew in an audience, but he also wanted to be Romeo because Lily was cast as Juliet. Regulus had rolled his eyes when James had given his half-sincere audition, mostly showing off for her. But as much as it pained him to admit it, James was good. Very good.

Lily, on the other hand, had been struggling with the role. Though she was dedicated, she seemed less and less invested in playing Juliet, and it hadn't gone unnoticed by Regulus.

Regulus had chosen Romeo and Juliet because it was his favorite. He’d been obsessed with the story since he was young, the tragic romance captivating his imagination. And now, with the parents of nearly every student coming to see it, including his parents, it was crucial that the performance be flawless. Walburga Black had expectations. And failing to meet them wasn’t an option.

“Alright, everyone, positions!” Regulus called, snapping everyone to attention.

The cast scrambled into place, and Regulus sighed as he heard Sirius complaining to Remus in the background about his costume. Sirius, naturally, had been cast as Mercutio, and his flair for dramatics seemed to shine brighter than ever. Remus, always patient, was Tybalt. Peter was cast as Benvolio, and Evan Rosier, who Regulus trusted to take the play seriously, had taken on the role of Paris.

Everything was in order. Well, mostly.

That was until Lily approached him right before the next rehearsal with a pained look on her face.

"Regulus, I’m so sorry," she began, wringing her hands. "But I can’t do the play. Something’s come up—family stuff. I have to drop out."

Regulus’s heart dropped into his stomach. "What?!" he hissed, trying to keep his voice low. "Lily, we open in three days. You can't drop out now!"

"I know, I know! But there's no way around it," she said, looking genuinely regretful. "I’m really sorry, Reg. But—look, you know all the lines. You could play Juliet."

Regulus stared at her, incredulous. "Me? Play Juliet? Are you out of your mind?"

Lily gave him a half-smile. "You know you’d do it better than anyone else. You’ve been correcting all of us on our lines since day one. Besides, it’s not like we can pull someone else in this late. You’ve been obsessed with this play for months. You’re the only one who knows the part well enough to step in."

Regulus opened his mouth to argue, but she wasn’t wrong. He did know the lines. He’d practically memorized the entire script. But standing on stage as Juliet? Acting opposite James Potter?

"Fine," he said after a moment, his tone clipped. "But you are going to explain this to everyone, especially Potter."

Lily grinned. "Deal."

---

When rehearsal resumed later that day, there was chaos in the auditorium as Lily made her announcement that she had to drop out. James looked like he was about to combust.

"What do you mean you’re dropping out?!" James exclaimed, his voice echoing off the stone walls. "Who the hell is going to play Juliet?!"

Regulus cleared his throat, stepping forward. "I am."

James stared at him as though he’d grown a second head. "You?"

"Yes, me," Regulus said with an eye roll. "I know the lines better than anyone, and no one else can step in on such short notice."

James blinked, then a slow grin spread across his face. "Well, well, well. This just got a lot more interesting."

"Don’t get any ideas, Potter," Regulus warned, narrowing his eyes. "We are doing this by the book."

---

The day of the play arrived sooner than anyone expected, and nerves buzzed in the dressing rooms backstage. Regulus had spent the last few days perfecting his performance, pushing the cast harder than ever, making sure every cue, every line was impeccable. The pressure was mounting, and his heart pounded as the audience started to fill in—the sound of parents, professors, and students murmuring filling the air. Somewhere out there, his mother and father were waiting.

He was dressed in an elaborate gown—classic for the role of Juliet, and admittedly quite beautiful. His hair was styled perfectly, the makeup enhancing his already sharp features, giving him the delicate appearance of a tragic heroine. He hated to admit it, but he looked the part. More than that, he felt the part. Juliet had always fascinated him—the depth of her love, her resolve in the face of her family’s demands. Regulus could relate more than he would ever admit aloud.

Standing offstage, waiting for his entrance, Regulus allowed himself a moment of reflection. He hadn’t told James he would be playing Juliet during their scenes together. He wanted it to be a surprise—or perhaps he was simply too nervous to deal with Potter’s reaction.

And then, it was time.

The scene: the Capulet masquerade ball. The lights dimmed as the music swelled, casting an ethereal glow over the stage. James, as Romeo, wandered through the crowd of actors, his gaze searching for his Juliet. He didn’t know it yet, but she was closer than he thought.

Regulus stepped onto the stage, his heart pounding as he moved through the crowd. His eyes locked onto James from across the room. For a moment, time seemed to stop. James, masked and dressed in his elaborate costume, turned, and their gazes met.

Recognition flickered in James’s eyes, but it wasn’t until Regulus stepped closer, the light catching his face, that realization dawned.

“Regulus?” James whispered, his voice barely audible.

But they were on stage now, and Regulus couldn’t falter. He tilted his head, giving a small, knowing smile. “Romeo.”

There was a beat of silence before James responded, falling into character seamlessly despite the shock. They moved closer, the dialogue flowing between them, charged with an unexpected energy. The rest of the cast melted into the background as Romeo and Juliet met under the enchantment of the ball, and the audience watched with bated breath.

And then, the moment came.

The kiss.

Regulus’s heart raced as he stepped closer, and before he could second-guess himself, James leaned in, their lips meeting in a soft but electric kiss. The crowd murmured in awe, the chemistry undeniable. It was supposed to be an act—a kiss between Romeo and Juliet. But for Regulus, the lines between acting and reality blurred for just a moment. He pulled back, his breath shallow, and for a split second, he could swear that James looked at him with something other than performance in his eyes.

They continued the scene, and by the time the curtain fell on the first act, Regulus’s mind was spinning. He hadn’t expected this. He hadn’t expected any of it.

And as the applause roared around them, James leaned close, his breath warm against Regulus's ear as he whispered, "You should have told me you’d be Juliet. I might’ve actually practiced that kiss."

Regulus flushed, but the hint of a smirk played on his lips as he replied, "Next time, Potter. Keep your surprises to yourself."

But something had changed, and as they prepared for the next act, Regulus couldn’t shake the feeling that this play had taken on a whole new meaning.

[cinnamontoastcrunch-15]

Today's @wolfstarmicrofic prompt is ardent!

This is me floating a Romeo and Juliet AU, with the main focus being on wolfstar as Mercutio and Benvolio

(241 words.)

Remus and Sirius were just a little distracted at the Evans' masquerade ball. They decided to just trust that James would keep his mask on and avoid being murdered on the spot just for being a Potter and tried to have some fun together. Remus was widely accepted by both families anyway, and Sirius was literally invited.

What they weren't expecting was for James to kiss Lily Evans herself and vanish immediately after.

That was how they found themselves in the Evans' courtyard, looking high and low for the man. Well, for the most part. Sirius was more than a little tipsy, and it was far, far too easy to be distracted by the perfection that was Remus Lupin. Remus was strolling to the end of the courtyard, glancing over a bush for James, mask in hand. Almost subconsciously, Sirius followed after him.

"Hey, Moony. C'mere," Sirius said without really thinking.

As Remus turned, Sirius grabbed both of his hands and pulled him closer. Glancing around for a moment to make sure they were well and truly alone, he leaned in and connected their lips. He had half expected Remus to break away, chuckle, and remind Sirius that they were in public, but instead, he returned the kiss ardently. Sirius smiled against his lips, warmth spreading through him.

James was probably fine, anyway.

[sliebman10]

Scallawag

(Romeo and Juliet Drama Club AU - standalone. Remus is Mercutio and Sirius is Tybalt)

Remus drew the rehearsal sword from his hip. “O calm, dishonorable, vile submission! Tybalt, you ratcatcher, will you walk?”

Sirius turned and scowled. “What wouldst thou have with me?”

“Good king of cats, nothing but one of your nine lives…” Sirius stood, staring at Remus as he delivered the speech and completely dropped his cue. “It’s your line,” Remus said pointedly. 

“What? Shit. You vile scallawag, you - line.” Sirius said, covering his face with embarrassment.

When the scene was over, they sat down backstage among the curtains. “You didn’t learn your lines?” Remus asked, amused.

“No, I did,” Sirius insisted. “You distracted me.”

“Oh?”

“Yes…you look way too hot with that sword. How am I supposed to remember my lines?” Sirius pouted.

“You’re ridiculous. It’s acting.”

“I know…it’s hard to act like I hate you.”

Remus smiled softly at him. “Same,” he allowed. “But it wouldn’t do for Mercutio and Tybalt to end the scene kissing instead of killing each other.”

“It’s a valid alternate ending.”

Word count: 166

@wolfstarmicrofic

[redr0sewrites]

guys i dont know if anyone has ever done this before but. for an assignment im reading romeo and juliet and uh. ROMEO AND JULIET JEGULUS AU. THERE I SAID IT.

romeo as james, juliet as regulus (better yet! trans!regulus!), mercutio as sirius (or perhaps peter?), benvolio as remus, tybalt as mulciber or maybe snape???

[mundrakan]

Prompt: Personae

@wolfstarmicrofic - 121 words

Lily gazed over Sirius' shoulder and frowned. “Dramatis Personae?”

It had Sirius flinching. He was still not used to a girl sticking around, especially not one so curious and with such analytic mind. “It's nothing.”

“It's...” Lily narrowed her eyes as they flew over the page. “A Muggle play? You want to enact Romeo and Juliet?”

“Just to piss the Slytherins off,” Sirius mumbled.

“Who's Romeo? James?”

“I was thinking, he would make a better Mercutio...” Sirius blushed. “Uhm...”

“Ah... And Juliet?”

Sirius grew even more flustered. “I... made an adjustment there... for... representation purposes.”

The moment Remus walked into the room and she was utterly forgotten, Lily didn't have to wonder, who “Julio” would be.

[in-flvx]

In a jily Romeo and Juliet au, Sirius is mercutio. They're perfect for this, bc mercutio is also flamboyant, brash, sexy and in love with Romeo (who is also in love with him AND Juliet)

[enbysiriusblack]

act 3 scene 1 mercutio and benvolio is the most wolfstar conversation ever.

Benvolio: I pray thee, good Mercutio, let's retire. The day is hot, the Capulet's abroad. And if we meet we shall not scape a brawl, for now, these hot days, is the mad blood stirring.

Mercutio: Thou art like one of those fellows that, when he enters the confines of a tavern, claps me his sword upon the table and says, 'God send me no need of thee!'; and by the operation of the second cup draws him on the drawer, which indeed there is no need.

Benvolio: Am I like such a fellow?

Mercutio: Come, Come, thou art as hot a jack in thy mood as any in Italy; and as soon moved to be moody, and as soon moody to be moved.

Benvolio: And what to?

Mercutio: Nay, an there was two such, we should have none shortly, for one would kill the other. Thou! Why, thou wilt quarrel with a man that hath a hair more or a hair less in his beard than thou hast. Thou wilt quarrel with a man for cracking nuts, having no other reason but because thou hast hazel eyes. What eye but such a an eye would spy out such a quarrel? Thy head is as full of quarrels as an egg is full of meat, and yet thy head hath been beaten as addle as an egg for quarreling. Thou hast quarrelled with a man for coughing in the street, because he hath wakened thy dog that hath lain asleep in the sun. Didst thou not fall out with a tailor for wearing his new doublet before Easter? With another for tying his new shoes with old ribbon? And yet thou wilt tutor me for quarreling!

Benvolio: An I were so apt to quarrel as thou art, any man should buy the fee- simple of my life for an hour and a quarter.

Mercutio: The fee simple! O' simple!

[im-not-cannon]

when Sirius and Remus come out:

Peter: you know, I once stumbled across a tybalt x mercutio fanfic...

[freeusemuses]

Closed RP: Caught in the act.

For months now, Mercutio Black, the son of Sirius Black had been in a rather amorous relationship with the Ravenclaw student Cho Chang. But the two had done a decent job of keeping the steamy bits of their relationship hidden. But what would await them tonight as Mercutio made his way into Ravenclaw Tower after hours?

@lewdsofhogwarts