#cobra kai fic rec

[emloafs]

chapter 11 of 'i'm wanting it back' is now posted!! featuring a meddling Miguel at his finest 😈

[sharlinefreire]

What lawrusso fics have you read and loved already? Hard to know what to rec without knowing where you've left off

hi, anon!

as i said before, i already read most of the fics on ao3. but i will tell you my favorites so you can get an idea:

1. The Recidivists by vimesbootstheory

2. feather in the quiver by icedin

3. Ambidextrous by pinkgrapefloyd

4. Knife Skills by skeilig

5. no love lost by narcissablaxk

6. Be Kind, Rewind by BackinBlack_80

7. Accollasse (v) by theremin

8. Mistletoe by DarthDisco

9. get him back! by theremin

10. Johnny Lawrence and the Five Love Languages by narcissablaxk

obs: i prefer adult lawrusso than teenagers lawrusso, because i love old men yaoi.

[shrinkthisviolet]

😂👀🛳️📚😭

😂: A fic that made you laugh out loud

striking me out by @qlala 😂 gotta love idiots in love, and poor Cisco is so in love with Barry but so clueless

👀: A fic that you love a normal amount

i’m higher than the hopes that you brought down by @frosty-the-killer-doll. So so normal about finally getting a fic that acknowledges Jesse’s trauma and PTSD and how she actually wouldn’t be totally excited about having the same powers as her captor in s3 💞 I will be up on this soapbox forever, so glad to have a fic that validates me

🛳️: A fic that brought you aboard a new ship

different but same, a two-part Samtory/Lanichols series (with a bonus third Lawrusso fic) by the amazing @jenpsaki. You’re incredible, and so is this series, and I thank you so much for opening my eyes to this ship!

📚: A fic you wish you could display on your bookshelf

When May Met Sally by @seek--rest, featuring a wonderful friendship between two underrated and very similar women (May Parker & Sally Jackson) whom I adore to no end. I’ve always wanted a fic like this 💞

😭: A fic that ripped your heart out (but it hurt so good)

So in my other answer, I mentioned 12 hours. For this one, I’d like to mention @angst-is-love-angst-is-life’s current devastating WIP, Trophy, which has stomped on my heart multiple times (especially Chapter 2). Like...oh my god. Barry whump CENTRAL

fic rec ask game!

[abracazabka]

Good Mx... I am here to ask about your favorite trans Dutch headcanons and if there are any pics you recommend 🫣

OH BOY A FAVORITE TOPIC OF MINE!!!

I'll start off this ask by recommending this fic, "Fight Like a Man" by my good friend @miyagi-hokarate , a mutual with whom I've discussed trans Dutch at length, and who has contributed to many of my headcanons about Dutch. Much of what I say here will be because of discussions with them. Now, on to it:

My idea of a trans Dutch is that, similar to a lot of trans folks (me cough cough) he has a pretty bad relationship with his parents, especially his dad. They don't like to acknowledge his identity or, really, their son. And at times neither does Dutch, for a while. He wants to prove his maleness through the only way he knows how, and sometimes that means hiding who he is. He has a lot of internalized misogyny and the militaristic rhetoric about masculinity Kreese spews has shaped who he is as a young man. (points very conspicuously to the aforementioned fic). However, post-TKK I do think he comes into his own as a proud trans guy and the Cobras are entirely supportive. Duh.

(I - we, I should say, as these are very joint heacanons - think Tommy knew first out of all the Cobras. Because I'm a Dutch/Tommy truther lol.)

Dutch canonically is a wild child and this would be the case with or without a trans identity. However, I think as a young kid he was a "problem child" because he knew basically most of his life he was a boy. (again, jerks my head in the direction of that fabulous fic). I think later in his life he is perfectly fine, however, referring to his childhood as "when he was a girl." This is a point of contention amongst trans folks, but as an older trans guy, and someone very blunt, Dutch would refer to his childhood that way.

Anyway I love trans Dutch because Dutch is soooo problematic. "Is that allowed, can you make a problematic character trans?" Yeah, sure, just did. He's my favorite terrible man in the world.

Now as far as photos, I dont really have any which mark Dutch as trans. Obviously the film does not present him this way, this is my personal headcanon for a good time.

But scenes I'd draw your attention to are at the tournament, when Dutch is waiting on the sidelines during the whole montage of fighting. He is bouncing up and down and cannot contain all this violent energy. This, in addition to the locker scene where he is very aggressive toward Daniel, is where my interest in his presentation of masculinity is most centered. He has an idea of a what a man is, and as we know from the whole damn plot of the movie, it's not the greatest. The Cobras have this toxic idea too, but it's so interesting for a trans guy. The scene with Daniel, miyagi-hokarate and I really obsess over, because Dutch has this intense aggression and hatred for how Daniel presents himself as a man. Daniel's masculinity is notably different than the Cobras, but Dutch feels he can't be the kind and earnest kind of young man Daniel is, because then he's not really a man. Because surely, Kreese is the best example of what it means to be a man...(incorrect buzzer sound)

I do suggest searching up trans Dutch on tumblr search, because I feel like there's at least 1 or 2 fanarts out there.

Sorry for rambling I truly could go on for an age but Uh, Nah Lol AJFJRJFJ but yes hehe. My fevered thoughts. Go follow @miyagi-hokarate if you dont already ❤️

[kestisvrse]

pls interact if you would like to see fics for any of these fandoms/characters, i dont want to get burnt out from writing only lockwood 🙏

(i can’t say i’ll start writing for any of these soon cause i am in a lockwood & co obsession phase rn but in future reference:)

- star wars

- marvel comics

- dc

- invincible

- harry potter (fuck jk rowling)

- resident evil

- the last of us

- lara croft

- tsitp (probs only cam cameron tbh)

- one piece la

- gen v/the boys

- cobra kai

- pjo

[lulamadison]

If you aren't reading this fic you are missing out. It is SUPERB 😍

[landing-amongst-the-planets]

Using this picrew, I made a Lawrusso kiss! I was inspired by the fic You're Alright, LaRusso by 0racle_of_bast, it's a Johnny and Fem!Daniel romance and it's everything I've ever wanted jdhdhdhdh I love it so much🥹❤️ Everyone go read it rn!

Also in terms of the kiss, it's not a scene from the fic, but the characters in the fic inspired me. Basically it's Johnny impulsively kissing Dani and her being surprised but not upset. They both love each other but haven't confessed yet hehe, my favourite dynamic xD

[idontknowkaratebutiknowcrazy]

In Need of Repair

You're definitely missing out if you're not reading this amazing LawRusso fic by @inkfowl!

[toxictrannyfreak]

So, having binged all of Cobra Kai in a week, I can’t honestly say whether it’s good or not, but hell if I didn’t enjoy the karate cult proxy war. It better get gay in season 6

[youandthemountains]

So @belphegor1982 mentioned craving stories that took place in the aftermath of the attack at Stingray's house, which, same.

So here's a compilation of what I've found so far, feel free to share if you know of more!

@belphegor1982 - Jigsaw Pieces

@ladyifrit - I Forgot Where We Were

me - draw the curtain, come back to bed

@bluejeanbb - The Pain Still Grows

@libertinepast - Mute Force

[avamills]

anybody here read root beer floats and green tea? it’s been in my marked for later for probably over a year and i was waiting for it to be finished and i just noticed it is so i’m starting it now lol! it’s almost 800k long i think that might be the longest in the fandom?

edit: the johnny characterization is BRILLIANT. highly recommend!!!

[emloafs]

so you think the mohawk kid stares at his best friend's lips a lil too long, now what?

HAWKMETRI FIC REC! here's a complete list of my favorite Hawkmetri/Binary Boyfriend fanfics for those who need a crash course into this niche brain rot (which no one asked for). Read below!

silver on your tongue, copper on your lips by HearJessRoar | 2k words | CMON YOU ALREADY KNOW! There’s a reason this one of the highest ranked fics in their ao3 tag. It’s so them. Fighting turned makeout sesh? Spectacular give me fourteen of them right now. Couldn’t tell you how many times I've read this...

The Cobra Effect by slrandomperson | 6.9k words | THIS ONEEE everyone knows this one everyone loves this one. This fic invented the ‘what if Eli DIDN’T break dem’s arm’ trope imo. This fic walked so others could run. Still the best of its kind.

Spoilers for My Valentine by Asphodelia ( @asphodel-storm) | 11.9k words | If you are going to read any fic, READ THIS ONE! Takes place around s3, but Demetri does his best to not only snap Eli out of his red-Hawk evil phase but also woo him by reminding him (and spoiling) of all the nerd shit he likes. It is as good as it sounds. I go back to this one ALL the time.

I don’t care what you call me (as long as you call me) by Anonymous | 4.2k words | I’ll say this for multiple fics, but this is my favorite hawkmetri fic. It’s so fun and fluffy and SO THEM. basically eli is like call me whatever and demetri finds the perfect opportunity to do something very funny and also some wooing.

this is our get along shirt by Anonymous | 3.8k words | Listen maybe I just like fics where Demetri successfully turns Eli back to the light side simply by reminding him of the good in the things he used to hate about himself/his life. In this fic, circa s3, Demetri wears all of the old clothes Eli left at his house to get his attention. Eli gets PISSED. It is everything to me. 

One Of The Finer Things in Life by Ithinkwehaveanemergency | 4k words | Eli basically being like “oh no he’s hot” after seeing Demetri shirtless. Fluffy and also hot and so well written. As always, this author captures them perfectly. It’s funny and it’s cute and I love it.

And I Will Not Fall Hard This Time by Ithinkwehaveanemergency | 12.7k words | Another one from this author!! Essentially, Eli and Dem become friends with benefits in college and don’t think that will end poorly for them at all.  Note: If you don’t like NSFW, this one is not for you, but i personally love a little spice when it’s well done. Everything about this fic makes my heart hurt. Like they’re so gone for each other but they SUCK AT COMMUNICATING. I’ve read this one so many times too. So many kisses for this fic. Like it has a chokehold on me I can’t explain

Always Thinking I Could Love You More by Ithinkwehaveanemergency | 6.5 words | Listen if you know me you know I love a fic that centers around Hawk’s hair. Essentially Hawk dyes his hair and Demetri is STARING. Bestie Yasmine is here to meddle. (can you tell i really like this author?)

lavender haze by youngervolcano | 3.1k words | This one is light and FUNNY. Classic everyone thinks they’re dating but them. Very cute quick read.

andisol by samemoon ( @carmendiazbian) | 25k (incomplete) | Don’t get me started on this one!!! The way my heart HURT reading it!!! Takes canon and changes it a little, but essentially a deeper look at Eli after s3, slowly mending Demetri and Eli’s relationship, and a look at how they got where they are now. I need to reread this one again because it is just one of the most well-written hawkmetri fics I’ve come across. It’s not completed, but I assure you it is still worth the read. 

Who You Are Inside by Asphodelia ( @asphodel-storm) | 4.9k words | I just think this one is neat! ‘His Dark Materials’ AU with daemons - I know absolutely nothing about that world, yet I still really liked this! Follows canon but with animal companions that are actually your soul/their shape reflects your soul. Childhood Eli and Demetri and falling back together with a dash of a soulmate trope. So fun if you love a tad of a fantasy element!!

Second Chances by Asphodelia ( @asphodel-storm) | 31k words | Is this one realistic in the slightest? No! But I loved it! Essentially this is what would happen if Pre S1 Eli swapped bodies with S3 Eli. Has some really strong parts and the premise is so silly but endearing that I love coming back to it. Good characterization too! Again, a nod to anyone who loves a little fantasy (another Asphodelia fic!)

Or you could read one of my fics if you feel so inclined.

Be sure to check ratings and warnings! Only read what you like!

[sharlinefreire]

i need to read a lawrusso fic that will change my life forever. i already read most of the good ones on ao3, but i want more... I NEED MORE.

[shrinkthisviolet]

📆💌😭

📆: A fic you’d re-read 10 years from now

there’s a pair of us don’t tell, they’ll banish us you know for sure. An absolutely breathtaking Samtory/Lanichols fic, set post-s4 and frankly better than s5 and s6 Part 1. Highly recommend if you enjoy this ship (and even if you don’t, you might be pleasantly surprised!)

Close second is Breaking the Time Loop by Asukachan07. An absolutely amazing Saviris/Westallen fic that writes Savitar (and the two ships) with so much skill and care...not to mention the INTRIGUE! The show writers wish they could write this well ✋

(And it includes the idea that Savitar only killed Iris to revive her for himself later, which is my headcanon now and forever. Canon did a sloppy job of explaining how Savitar could ever go through with killing Iris while still being madly in love with her…but this explains it)

💌: A fic that inspired you to create something for it

Gone in a Flash and Speedster Siblings, both by @fezwearingjellybananas. My Barry-raised-by-Eowells AU (outlined here) is a premise that I NEVER considered until reading those fics. My AU is not directly linked to those fics, but there's a strong inspirational link 💞

😭: A fic that ripped your heart out (but it hurt so good)

12 hours by @angst-is-love-angst-is-life is mf DEVASTATING oh my god, such wonderful and heartbreaking Barry whump (being forced on a treadmill by Zoom until his lungs burst and even past that…AHHHH)...and has some angsty Barry & Jesse feels, which is right up my alley

fic rec ask game!

[s0larium]

bootstrapping

w: domestic abuse, homophobia, mental illness / 60k

in which the early-twenties competing dumpster fires of “gotta hustle” daniel and “gonna take my stepdad's money and burn it” johnny meet again.

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[cades-outsider]

I’m sorry but there needs to be a fic about this man’s like this 😩

Milo Manheim in the music video for First Place