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  1. Summary

    “Then turn selfishness into a weapon! Make all things yours!” - The Wee Free Men

    Magpie de Riva is ruthlessly independent, determined, and protective. Their magical power is peculiar, but in their opinion, the real power sits with the people willing to do the paperwork.

    Before the Antaam invaded, a secret affair blossomed between Mags and Lucanis Dellamorte. It was a balm, to Mags, as they determinedly cultivated every alias, connection and contract they could in order to keep their people alive.

    And then they became Rook.

    For a full breakdown of the timeline, as well as the AU collection, visit The Magpie Files Masterpost on Dreamwidth.

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    In a vividly hallucinatory journey through dark fairy tales and assassination contracts, a young Crow’s thirst to prove themselves proves no match for Talon politics. Given an offer they can’t refuse—for a contract in Minrathous they’re not meant to survive—they’re forced to accept the help of Viago’s contact.

    Their new partner, "Luca", isn't as subtle as he thinks he is. Unfortunately, they like him. But there's more at stake in Minrathous than two assassins and their contracts. As innocents are led to the slaughter, De Riva alone will need to learn to accept their power and become what they really are, monstrosity and all.

    This is the story of what it means to chose the name Magpie de Riva.

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    It's true that most of the Lighthouse's residents have trouble sleeping. But in the midnight sun of their sanctuary's magical kitchens, it's three bodies in particular that seem to gravitate toward late night coffee as black as their souls.

    Or, two Crows and a private detective.

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    Lucanis started flirting with Neve because it was less intimidating than the alternative.

    Their personas fit. The infamous Mage-killing assassin stalking the shadows for blood and the famous Mage-detective stalking the corrupt streets for clues were well-worn sets of clothing. The hint of danger was to be expected, for them, but it was also easy. When it came to Neve Gallus, he could be the person he was supposed to be, and she let him. Mostly.

    Rook turned all of his expectations upside down.

    It would have been easy to avoid Rook and let the easy words and suggestive looks with Neve carry him through the rest of his contract. It was an annoyance that his traitorous heart had to beat in tune with both of theirs.

    It was terrifying that neither mage had enough self-preservation to stay away from Spite.

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    The Demon of Vyrantium is dead.
    Treviso has mourned him, and Illario has tried to drink himself into oblivion to forget him.
    But Caterina Dellamorte knows better.
    Named First Talon of the Crows and burdened with a city in crisis, Illario must pull himself together for one final gamble.
    A rescue, a reunion, and maybe, a chance to fix his biggest mistake.

    This work is the sequel of The Guiding Hand

    If you want to see how Lucanis's rescue went down, read Don't Let the Water Take Me.

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  2. Public Bookmark 3

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    When everyone at the Lighthouse receives thoughtful presents out of nowhere, speculation abounds as to who the gift-giver might be. Neve is, as always, on the case.

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    From the moment she walked into my office, I knew she’d be trouble.

    She exuded the kind of home-grown wholesomeness you got when you grew up too close to farms and paddocks, but she had a charming head of curls and a wicked glint in her eyes, and she knew how to use both to her advantage. “Neve,” she said. “You’re narrating mentally again. I can see it in your eyes.”

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  3. Public Bookmark 2

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    "You know," she says, because there's never a time like the present, "I've wondered what you think, about me and Viago."

    Teia lets out a full-throated laugh. "Are you concerned?" she asks, a twinkle in her eye. "Do you think I might be jealous?"

    "No," Lena admits, then corrects herself. "I'm pretty sure. But … I'm never sure where you and Viago are at any given time."

    "We are where we are," Teia says with a softer smile. "We are wherever life lets us be. And our egos."

    A story about Rook and both of her Talons, and a night for all three to celebrate.

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  4. Public Bookmark 2

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    The heir to House Dellamorte is dead. Long live House Dellamorte.

    In the wake of Lucanis' death at the hands of Kirkwall's Templars, Illario is left to inherit everything he ever wanted, including his cousin's young widow: Cara Hawke-Laidir. But Illario and Cara are both the heirs to haunted houses, and across the sea in Kirkwall, restless spirits are stirring...

    (Complete, updates regularly)

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    07 Jan 2026

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    If you're writing fanfiction for Good Omens, you may find yourself wanting to include footnotes.

    But html can be confusing. What can you do?

    Read this guide to find out!

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