Jason Todd: Robin, Red Hood, Arkham Knight Appreciation 2019

[Jackalope89]

The Hopes for a Bastard series is a Jason and Raven centric fanfic that combines the Teen Titans animated series (Jason as Red X) with elements from Rebirth, Young Justice animated series, and a few others. It does have graphic language, but an interesting read. Not to mention, an interesting take on the Bat Family as well. Its by BluBooThalassophile and begins with https://www.fanfiction.net/s/1236138...e-Back-My-Mind.

[Zaresh]

The Hopes for a Bastard series is a Jason and Raven centric fanfic that combines the Teen Titans animated series (Jason as Red X) with elements from Rebirth, Young Justice animated series, and a few others. It does have graphic language, but an interesting read. Not to mention, an interesting take on the Bat Family as well. Its by BluBooThalassophile and begins with https://www.fanfiction.net/s/1236138...e-Back-My-Mind.

I don't want to sound rude, or antagonistic, and I'm not implying is a bad fic, or even so-so; just for clearing my statement.

I'm not a fan of how it's written, to be honest: too much written like some kid cartoon-esque script, and not very subtle. But I guess it's entertaining (I dropped it in the first 4 hours of reading, so definitely not my taste). On the other hand, has a lot of followers and is long.

I'll post some of my list too. We can discuss fics for a while \o/.

Also, it's a pity that Harm is discontinued :/. I wonder if they will be back to continued it this year.

[Sergard]

Question about Injustice vs. Masters of the Universe #6:

spoilers:

Is Jason now part of the Justice League? And isn't that like a kiss of death because every other Robin, who was spatially close to Batman/Bruce, has died so far.

end of spoilers

[Zaresh]

So hands at work. This is the recommended fanfic authors list. @Sergard, I guess that, instead of copypasting the whole list, it would be better to link the post? I can edit the list with whatever you guys want to add or we can put il all in a pastebin link.

It's a list of authors I've looked into that write fics featuring Jason in a relevant role. I'm going to use AO3 links because that's what I use for finding new reads; and also because, unlike FFN or Tumblr, it allows mature and even explicit content. Be aware, precisely, that the site allows mature and explicit content too (allows very dubious stuff too). It has a neat system for warnings and triggerings, but not few writers choose to not use those tags. My advice is, if it doesn't make clear in the four graphic tags which target or any other trait the work depicts, read the actual text tags. If it doesn't include descriptive tags, just pass and look for some other work.

I'll try my best to avoid pure porn writers. I mean, there will be writers with explicit content, but at least I'll try to contain them to writers that write plot with explicit content (iykwim). If you guys want to add more, as usual with all my posts, feel free. All lists are more well rounded after some kind of discussion, and this one is obviously subjective. Last warning: the order of this list is not based in any criteria.

+ BluBooThalassophile
As @Jackalope89 has mentioned, this author writes a series of fanfics based on Teen Titans (the cartoon show) called "Hopes for a Bastard" https://archiveofourown.org/series/958770
Fluff, teen drama, action and some mystery. Jason Todd has a prominent role as Red X. General ships. It's marked as "Mature", but apart from some heavy use of violence and some foul language, it's Teen targeted imho (well, I didn't read further than a few hours in, but it didn't seem more "mature" than average PEGI 16 stuff. But maybe that's because I'm from Europe).

+ chibi_nightowl
Enjoyable readings in style and plot (even if it lacks in planification sometimes). It's not unusual to see them partnering with other writers. Genre variety, but does a lot of murder mystery, fantasy and urban fantasy. Very heavy Jason/Tim shipping.
A lot of mature and explicit content, but they do write many Teen and Gen works too. Some of the mature targeted works are honestly very entertaining if you can deal with the shipping (some of the explicit targeted too, if you can read nsfw works). like their versions of Jason and Tim, and sometimes I found very original ideas behind their works.

+ GoAwayOlivia
Fluff and angst, lots and lots of familial drama. Mostly general ships, if they do have any at all; they write family dynamics. And mostly Teen targeted works.

+ redtruthed
A writer that joined the site recently but already has a bunch of nice works. Lots of drama, lots of angst; mostly fond of the "Jason reconnects with his family" storyline. Gen stuff aimed for the Teen audience. I disagree in opinions towards the canon; but further than that, an enjoyable read.

+ CloakedSparrow
It's a bit of a mix bag with mostly one shots, but has a decent track on featuring Jason in a main role. Mostly fluff and drama, lots of domestic stuff. Aimed to Teen audience, but also has some Mature targeted works. No shipping and in general centered towards familial bonding. It's enjoyable if you're into that kind of stories.

+ InsaneTrollLogic
They may not be a BatFic writer, but they have written the best piece I've read in AO3 up to this day: "Two Dead Birds" https://archiveofourown.org/works/13...pters/29818341
And their other bat-works aren't bad either. Jason has often a prominent or main role in them.
Aimed to Teen and Mature readers, a mix bag of genres and themes. No shipping, gen and familial relationships and a faithful take on the characters.

+ LananiA3O
They have written the longest Arkham games fanfic series so far, and said series has Arkham Knight Jason as the main character: "Batman: Arkham Compendium" https://archiveofourown.org/series/559207
Tons of hurt, angst, drama, action and violence; but also a fair amount of mystery and fluff. Pretty enjoyable read if you don't mind the angstiness, even if it comes a bit too over the top at times. The characters are also a bit out of character, but it's not too distracting.
Their works outside Arkham Compendium are nice reads too, like "Gotham Banksy" https://archiveofourown.org/works/13...pters/31443330 (his writer has been recommended by @JasonTodd428 as well).

+ ithoughtslashmeanthorror
That alias always makes me smile.
Now, about their work, they are writing a long term series, with multiple long works, centered towards their version of the Batverse (a mix of Fox' Gotham, the Arkham games and the actual comics): "See how deep the bullet lies" https://archiveofourown.org/series/922881
It's pretty good and it's mostly about Bruce and Jason healing and bonding as father and son. Lots of drama and angst, and delivers some heavy violence from time to time; but a Teen targeted series overall.

+ GavotteAndGigue
Cosmic and supernatural horror, angst, hurt and some fluff and confort. Mature, definitely mature and explicit targeted because violence and sexual content. But on the other hand, neat stories that play with what the comics canonically give us.
This author is one of the few I've seen using the New 52 additions to Jason's background with the All-Caste and all that. It's usually heavy in the Jason/Dick shipping, and I'm not particularly fond of their Dick; but it's a good read nevertheless. Especially their horror stories, like the "Dreamscape" series https://archiveofourown.org/series/737748
or their last work (about to be finished soon), which is, by the way, freaking good (and has very tame shipping elements so far): "Phantasmagoria" https://archiveofourown.org/works/16...pters/38584187

+ @Lysical usually writes with the current cast of Outlaws in mind, and likes to mix in Green Lantern stuff. They write drama, familial dynamics, adventure and fluff. Their works are aimed for teen readers, and are mostly depicting gen relationships (this writer has been recommended by @Sergard as well).

+ @Silver Spider has been recommended by @Aaahz: "[Silver Spider] had a few good ones (basically an AU were Talia acts more like her classic version)"

+ Comicfan
This writer has been brought by @The Cape. Lots of short works, mostly teen and general targeted. Main ship is Jason/Artemis. Works are fine, not exceptional but nice reads if you want something simple and with melodrama. A good option for safe, straight only drama works.

And that's all from me. I may have skip some authors because either I don't know about their work or I don't see them fitting, or I haven't read much from them. As I said, this list is open to suggestions.

I'll let the "stand alone works" recommendations (the ones for @Lirica) for the next time (I just expended about two and half hours writing that, wow).

[Sergard]

Sorry, I'm too tired to write long and informative texts like Zaresh. So my fanfic recommendations are

+ Lysical (especially "Retrograde Motion")
writes a lot of Jason-centric stories without mature/explicit content, very "sweet" stuff with lots of interaction with the outlaws and the batfamily

+ whatomen's "Jason Todd - Collector of Strays"
On-going fanfic with over 60 chapters about Jason adopting animals and children while trying to avoid the batfamily

+ Pinestorm's "Bad Times for Todd" series
Basically, Jason is sick and the batfamily wants to help him.

+ Kai_Maciel's "Outsider"
Jason's reaction to Bruce having a movie night with "the whole family"

[Zaresh]

Sorry, I'm too tired to write long and informative texts like Zaresh. So my fanfic recommendations are

+ Lysical (especially "Retrograde Motion")
writes a lot of Jason-centric stories without mature/explicit content, very "sweet" stuff with lots of interaction with the outlaws and the batfamily

+ whatomen's "Jason Todd - Collector of Strays"
On-going fanfic with over 60 chapters about Jason adopting animals and children while trying to avoid the batfamily

+ Pinestorm's "Bad Times for Todd" series
Basically, Jason is sick and the batfamily wants to help him.

+ Kai_Maciel's "Outsider"
Jason's reaction to Bruce having a movie night with "the whole family"

Oh, I take note of those last two (the first two, I already have them bookmarked ).
We may just better link the posts we are writing in the section, definitely.

Edit: Oh, now that I see the OP post again; @Sergard, it's growing beautifully. Congrats, again .

[Arsenal]

From Now On, Autumn of Life & Jason Todd: Not So Outlaw (I think... might be wrong on that one) are ones I enjoy.

[JasonTodd428]

I am pretty picky with regard to fanfiction but here are a few of my favorite writer and stories:

LananiA3O: I've really enjoyed their Arkham games fanfiction. Not only is it a very extensive body of work but its also really well written.

Little_Wayward_Bird: I'm really enjoying "From Now On" It's a great story about Jason moving on from all his sh*t and finding a good, happy life for himself in spite of all the trauma he's gone through. It's also extremely well written and I've completely falling in love with the characters there.

redtruthed:All of their stories are good. I especially like "Show Me Yesterday, For I Can't Find Today"

ofVellichor "Autumn of Life" is another story that I really enjoy and yet another one that finds Jason moving on with his life.

Raberba girl (Raberba_girl) "Birds Who Smile" is a particular favorite of mine. It's an Dark Nights:Metal AU story about Bruce taking in the Batman Who Laughs Robins. It really enjoyable. (Jason isn't the main focus for it although it does appear the next story arc in it will be featuring him more heavily. I just thought I would suggest it anyway because its a really good story and I'm a sucker for AU stories.)

[Jackalope89]

I don't want to sound rude, or antagonistic, and I'm not implying is a bad fic, or even so-so; just for clearing my statement.

I'm not a fan of how it's written, to be honest: too much written like some kid cartoon-esque script, and not very subtle. But I guess it's entertaining (I dropped it in the first 4 hours of reading, so definitely not my taste). On the other hand, has a lot of followers and is long.

I'll post some of my list too. We can discuss fics for a while \o/.

Also, it's a pity that Harm is discontinued :/. I wonder if they will be back to continued it this year.

To each their own. Plus, it does incorporate things like the Outlaws, Damian and Jon shenanigans, actual alternate universe confrontations, and characters getting their due.

Another I've come across is The Price of Revenge, by IndigoElle. In short, instead of directly targeting Bruce like in UTRH, Jason decides to manipulate his replacement.

[okiedokiewo]

Question about Injustice vs. Masters of the Universe #6:

spoilers:

Is Jason now part of the Justice League? And isn't that like a kiss of death because every other Robin, who was spatially close to Batman/Bruce, has died so far.

end of spoilers

That's what I got from that panel.

[Lirica]

Wow, so many recs! I've seen some of these stories and have heard of a few of these authors, but for the most part, this is all new to me. I'm definitely bookmarking this page to sort through! Maybe when I've read a bit more of Jason. I'll probably appreciate the stories more. :)

I'll also share a couple stories I read after I read 'Blood in the Water'. Though for these I did at least know the gist of Jason's status in the comics:
Eternal Soliloquy by renecdote
Jason doesn't get brought back to life and is a ghost at his grave.

yet another year or more by wildparsnip
A Jason character study that involves reminiscing.

Jason, Meet John Constantine by mizmahlia
This was the one I couldn't think of in one of my previous posts. Jason sees ghosts/other non-living creatures after coming back to life.

What was Left Behind by Team_Alpha_Wolf_Squadron
I think I have a favorite type of story?? lol While the pov is Damian in the first chapter, it's about him meeting young ghost!Jason.

Fics are great! When it comes to Jason, aside from the usual pairing fics, he has a good number of quality gen fics that you don't often see with other DC characters. On the other hand though, also when it comes to Jason as far as I know, I've regrettably stopped reading from a few authors not because of their writing nor portrayal of Jason but rather I feel they've become too attached to their own ideas that they're eager to criticize canon materials, with no patience to see the big picture nor sympathy to comic writers who have to work under creative constraint. But anyway, 'Help' and 'Harm' are great! :D

I can understand this being a problem. I don't mind being critical towards canon materials or preferring some kind of headcanon, but no matter the character or universe there's definitely a threshold, I think.
I have definitely chosen the right character then! I don't mind reading romantic fics, but I definitely prefer gen fics.

I'll let the "stand alone works" recommendations (the ones for @Lirica) for the next time :) (I just expended about two and half hours writing that, wow).

So excited for this! You've already written up an amazing recommended fanfic authors post! :D

[Zaresh]

Wow, so many recs! I've seen some of these stories and have heard of a few of these authors, but for the most part, this is all new to me. I'm definitely bookmarking this page to sort through! Maybe when I've read a bit more of Jason. I'll probably appreciate the stories more.

I'll also share a couple stories I read after I read 'Blood in the Water'. Though for these I did at least know the gist of Jason's status in the comics:
Eternal Soliloquy by renecdote
Jason doesn't get brought back to life and is a ghost at his grave.

yet another year or more by wildparsnip
A Jason character study that involves reminiscing.

Jason, Meet John Constantine by mizmahlia
This was the one I couldn't think of in one of my previous posts. Jason sees ghosts/other non-living creatures after coming back to life.

What was Left Behind by Team_Alpha_Wolf_Squadron
I think I have a favorite type of story?? lol While the pov is Damian in the first chapter, it's about him meeting young ghost!Jason.

I've read two of those: Eternal Soliloquy and What was left behind. Both pretty good, especially Eternal Soliloquy, even if it is very sad. For whatever reason I didn't bookmark them, so thanks a lot!

So excited for this! You've already written up an amazing recommended fanfic authors post!

Thanks!

All those years of training for being a libraian somehow pay off. I'm not Batgirl, but having fun with our hobbies is not bad.

[Sergard]

Some cute Cat!Jason by Fade. (source)

Fade: "My friend asked me to draw Jay’s pockets full of cat snacks XD"

Edit: Oh, now that I see the OP post again; @Sergard, it's growing beautifully. Congrats, again .

Thanks . I do my best, even if the progress on my part is very slow. I'm really grateful that you and everyone else here takes the time and lends a hand to amplify the introduction post.
Because of that the current thread discussion is maybe a little chaotic but I hope (and believe) the final result will be worth the effort and chaos.

[kaimaciel]

Sorry, I'm too tired to write long and informative texts like Zaresh. So my fanfic recommendations are

+ Lysical (especially "Retrograde Motion")
writes a lot of Jason-centric stories without mature/explicit content, very "sweet" stuff with lots of interaction with the outlaws and the batfamily

+ whatomen's "Jason Todd - Collector of Strays"
On-going fanfic with over 60 chapters about Jason adopting animals and children while trying to avoid the batfamily

+ Pinestorm's "Bad Times for Todd" series
Basically, Jason is sick and the batfamily wants to help him.

+ Kai_Maciel's "Outsider"
Jason's reaction to Bruce having a movie night with "the whole family"

Aw! Thank you @Segard! It means a lot to me to see my story among so many great ones. I was thinking about writing a prequel to this story this year once I get more free time.

Also, welcome aboard @Lirica! I hope you enjoy our little group.

You guys already posted most of the fics I know. I could also add this one:

If He Had Come by bronwe_iris

An alternate storyline in the Arkham Universe where Bruce finds Jason in the Asylum after being tortured by the Joker and brings him home to recover. However, Tim Drake is already the new Robin.

[Sergard]

It's actually fun to look up quotes and interesting moments for Jason's allies and enemies. Although Roy and Kori will probably be a little difficult for me because I haven't read the old RHatO run for a long time (and 40 chapters are a lot to look through).
I'm so close to just take Roy's "Remember that voice you heard in your head? "Don't do it, dummy!" That was me." from the second annual because it sounds so sweet.