10 Most Read Star Wars Fanfictions on AO3 (SFW)

As a nearly 50-year-old franchise, the Star Wars Fandom is one of the most prolific when it comes to fanfiction, especially on this website Archive of our own (Often shortened to AO3). Fanfiction has been a core part of fandom culture for countless years, and Star Wars There is no shortage of it. While various websites, including YouTube itself, have previously hosted Star Wars Fanfiction, and continue to, AO3 has become something of a central hub for it, with the Star Wars Fandom has amassed 271,545 total works on the site at the time of writing.

Fanfiction, of course, has taken various shapes over the years, but this list will be focusing on full-length “safe for work” (SFW) stories. The following functions are rated among AO3’s safest ratings from “General” to “Mature,” excluding only the “Explicit” category. From the first Star Wars In the latest project of the franchise, the stories focus on a wide variety of different characters and eras, which is why they have collected such a high volume of reading. Here are the 10 most read Star Wars Fans on AO3.

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Set us free

Written by Bittodeath

First released four years ago, “Deliver Us” by Bittodeath sees Jango Fett entrusting five clones with the Jedi Order – but not just any of its members. Obi-Wan Kenobi, who previously broke the Jedi Code and is familiar with Jango’s Mandalorian culture thanks to his closeness with Mandalorian Duchess Satine Kryze, is the only one Jango trusts to care for the five clones. The clones are not like the others, however; The five are Force sensitive, which makes their situation even more delicate – and dangerous.

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Bittodeath quoted the song “Deliver Us” by DreamWorks The prince of Egypt Soundtrack as inspiration for the story, especially in relation to the clones. The story includes the use of Mando’a, which gives it a very grounded feel in the culture and lore of the characters and the larger Star Wars Galaxy. With consistently high stakes, the story explores how two very different groups of people will have to come together to save and protect those they love and care about, which clearly resonated with Star Wars Fans.

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Duty bound

Written by acuteneurosis

“Duty Bound” by Acuteneurosis is the third story in their series called “Don’t Look Back,” beginning with their fans “Like Fire in Our Bones.” The story follows Leia as she accidentally manages to time travel to the Star Wars Prequel trilogy era, ends at the Lars and Skywalker homestead on Tatooine with Shmi Skywalker and Cliegg Lars. Leia is thus given a chance to change the galaxy because of what she knows about her own familyAnd because she lost her family and friends back in her own life, she decided to do it.

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“Duty Bound,” as the third story, picks up around the end of Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the ClonesJust after Anakin was knighted by the Jedi Order. The most praised aspects of the story have to do with its deep dive into the politics and economics of the galaxy, especially during the prequel trilogy era, as well as the depictions of sadness, grief and the motivation to move forward in the face. of it all. For anyone who has ever wanted to stop Anakin from falling to the dark side, this story is a pretty unique option.

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dominoes

Written by meridianpony

“Dominoes” by MeridianPony follows its titular characters, the Domino Squad, in the hours before they take their final test on Camino – though their minds were elsewhere. All five members of the Domino Squad have visions of everything that happens after passing the test togetherUntil all their own deaths. The news completely changes the way they go forward together, the truth of it is proven by the fact that they all remember exactly what happened to each other, and the names they haven’t given each other yet.

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Because the story sees the characters witness and experience their own deaths, it takes an intimate look at both the effects of PTSD and the strength of brotherhood. There’s also the moral dilemma of stepping in to save other clones’ lives when they know a battle is about to go wrong; Trying to change fate never bodes well, and that’s something the clones really understand. This is the perfect story for anyone who loves the clones, especially Domino Squad, and who wants to see a galaxy where Fives didn’t die with the Order 66 secret.

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The 212th Attack Battalion’s Guide to Staging Rescues

Written by antigrav_vector & Quarra

Hardly rooted in Star Wars The Legends study, “The 212th Attack Battalion’s Guide to Staging Rescues” follows Obi-Wan Kenobi and his battalion, the 212th, led by fan-favorite Commander Cody. While chasing General Grievous during the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan, Cody and the battalion chase Grievous into a cave, and they wake up to realize that they are all younger and smaller. A chance meeting with Jaster Mereel and Jango Fett informs them that They traveled 30 years into the past, with no clear way to return to their time.

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This is yet another fun time travel story from Thee Star Wars fandom, this time focusing on the tight-knit relationship between Obi-Wan, Cody, and their battalion. The “Mature” rating mostly reflects violence and other heavier themes, as appropriately noted in the tags on AO3’s website. It is also worth noting, however, that the authors have indicated that there is a NSFW scene included in this story, but the appearance is properly labeled, if the reader prefers to skip over it. Those who love the 212th Battalion would no doubt have fun with this.

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Oh mandler!

Written by Cloud__Chaser

– Oh Mandler! by Cloud__Chaser picks up where The Mandalorian Season 2 picks up, with Din Djarin returning to bounty hunting in a ship borrowed from Boba Fett. After finishing a job, he discovers an ancient blue artifact on his belt, which he accidentally activates by letting his tears of grief – shed for Grogu’s absence – spill onto it. This causes him to push far into the past, and he lands in the middle of an attack that endangers the life of a child. The child Dean saves is none other than Jango FettBringing judgment in the history of Star Wars Mandalorians of Legends.

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Cloud__Chaser’s story is another tribute to Star Wars Legends, especially the Mandalorian culture cultivated there. The life debt that Yango and his father, Jaster Merel, now owe to Dean, is what drives the story, and brings together these characters of similar origin. Given that Dean knows Boba Fett well at this point, and Jango is a Mandalorian foundling just like Dean himself, the story expands on the lovely idea of ​​the two crossing paths and sharing what they know about each other.

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Old man Luke

Written by scarletjedi

Continuing the trend of time travel stories is “Old Many Luke” by scarletjedi, which sees Luke ends up among refugees rescued by Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker during the Clone Wars. When Luke uses the Force to save a young child from being crushed by a ship, Obi-Wan takes notice and brings him in for questioning. Luke, putting hope in the idea of ​​the Force bringing him to where he needs to be, reveals his true identity and continues on the path that was before him with his father and his old, or young, Jedi master.

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The fact that “Old Man Luke” originally aired on AO3 in December 2016, the original inspiration for this story took place before Luke’s story continued in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The author, scarletjedi, notes this in an author’s note at the beginning of the story, informing readers that their story will not be compliant with The Last Jedi Since their story took shape before that movie even came out. The story covers a classic amount of Skywalker “family drama” and uses the clearly beloved time-travel trope in doing so.

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of queens, knights and pawns

Written by chancecraz

“Of Queens, Knights and Pawns” by Chancraz follows the Star Wars Fandom’s love for time travel fixes it in a unique way: Because Leo’s consciousness of Star Wars: The Force Awakens Wake up in her body from A new hope. It picks up when Leia is about to be questioned by Darth Vader, which still gives her a chance to save her homeworld—and everyone else that’s been destroyed in the wake of the Skywalker legacy. Leia has a chance to save the galaxy, but to begin, she must face the one person she can never forgive: her birth father.

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Originally published in November 2016, the earliest chapters of this fanfiction predate the rest of the Star Wars Sequel trilogy, causing the story to act as something of a time capsule of how audiences saw the franchise nearly a decade ago. The first chapter sees Lea confront Vader, and the conversation that ensues is utterly fascinating. For anyone with a strong connection to the Skywalker family, the journey of grief, pain and love is utterly compelling – and evidently loved by other fans.

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Back from the Future: Episode VI The Clone Wars

Written by Ariel_Sojourner

Ariel_Sojourner’s take on a time-travel story, “Back from the Future: Episode VI The Clone Wars,” sees Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader end up in the Clone Wars era, beginning with their presence at the Battle of Umbara. The duo comes to the aid of the 501st as they struggle under the ruthless General Pong Krell’s leadership. What follows is a hilarious debate between the clones about the resemblance between Luke and Vader as father and son, along with many other adventures that adapt beloved parts of Star Wars Universe.

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A major appeal of this story is the exploration of Luke and Vader’s father-son relationshipwho did not have enough time to breathe because of weather’s sacrifice Return of the Jedi. What’s also rich are the interactions between the characters and those of the prequel era, especially the kind way in which they treat the clones. The fanfiction, while certainly still tackling some tough topics, is a fun exploration of the time travel genre and the characters that many Star Wars Enthusiasts have come to love.

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Supreme Chancellor Obi-Wan Kenobi

Written by stonefreeak

The title of “Supreme Chancellor Obi-Wan Kenobi” by stonefreeak hides nothing about his story: Obi-Wan becomes the chancellor of the Galactic Republic. In a galaxy where Jedi technically have their own senatorial seats, A vote of no confidence is called to replace Palpatine with none other than Obi-Wan as Chancellor, which ends Obi-Wan’s entire life – and Palpatine’s evil plans.. With Obi-Wan already holding more responsibilities and burdens than any human should ever have, even a Jedi, this new position presents Obi-Wan with an entirely new layer of challenges, pressure, and potentially a chance to save the galaxy.

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This story is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves Obi-Wan Kenobi and, as the tags on AO3 suggest, believes Obi-Wan is in need of a break. Because the simple election of Obi-Wan as Chancellor provides an opportunity to keep things like Order 66 from ever happening, “High Chancellor Obi-Wan Kenobi” offers its readers a rich opportunity to explore a potential path to the galaxy saved in Obi-Wan. – Won. Vance’s hands. The story also covers some of the political aspects of the Clone Wars, making it a great option for anyone who finds this element particularly fascinating.

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How a romance novel saved the galaxy

Written by Ariana Deralte (ArianaDeralte)

In Ariana Deralte’s “How a Romance Novel Saved the Galaxy,” The Mandalorians quickly learn that their ancient enemy, the Jedi, are not only not as bad as they thought they were, but also the exact type that many of them look for in a life partner.. The story reads much like a romcom in its own right, treating what sounds to be an unserious premise with an appropriate amount of severity. Taking place long before the Clone Wars, this is a unique take on the what-if question of the nature of the Mandalorians’ rivalry with the Jedi.

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“How a Romance Novel Saved the Galaxy” offers a blend of Star Wars Legends content, with the inclusion of Jaster Mereel, Mando’a, and more, with Disney Star Wars canon, making for a story that really suits every potential reader’s taste. Given that there are eventual relationships of the romantic variety formed later, it’s always important to check tags on AO3 to be sure a reader is ready for what the story is giving them. In this case, however, it looks as if the Star Wars Fandom has certainly embraced everything this story has to offer.