SUPERNATURAL RECS (DEAN/CASTIEL)

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Disclaimer: Many of these fics have additional pairings, so if you're picky, please read the author's notes as I do not list all pairings.


AUs

Peanut-Butter Pumpkin Wedding Cake by sparseparsley

This fic, written for the deancastiel AU/Fusion Fic Challenge, is a total comedy of errors. It's hilarious, a little angsty, and wonderful. As the reader you can't believe the two can be such idiots (and why don't they ever just ask?), but it makes for a delightful, sexy romp. If you like romantic comedies, this is your fix. And even if you don't, the characters are spot on and it's too funny to pass up.

The Request by cloudyjenn

Finally, something happy! A wonderful AU where angels are assigned tasks to aid humanity. Sam asks for an angel to help find his brother Dean his soul mate. Castiel is given this as his first assignment. Just how special of an assignment it is though, none of them recognize. Wonderful application of YED and the John and Mary backstory. It's cute, funny, action-packed, and has clueless!Dean AND Cas. N'aww.

Something Like A Broken Heart by rhymephile

Ok, I have a general distaste for anything cowboy, old west, and/or country. So it's awesome when something comes along that makes me forget all that and just enjoy the story. Dean is a Texas Ranger and Castiel is a cheap whore with a secret. There's some awesome appearances by our usual villains in this AU and as a whole, the fic works very well. Rhyme always pays attention to historical details, so you'll totally get lost (in a good way) in that.

Dream As If You'll Live Forever by commodoresexual

This fic just blew my mind. Dean's an ex-con who was put away for an act of stupid anger and Castiel is a mute hobo. But not everything is as it seems. There's so many wonderful cameos from all our favorite characters and a lot of surprising relationships get revealed. Castiel meanwhile is an enigma wrapped in mystery (wrapped in a taco shell?lol) who is our angel through and through. The author writes his actions, gestures, and looks so well, you can immediately picture Misha acting the story out. The backstories of both dean and Castiel are heartbreaking and believable. Seriously, you've got to read this.

Bury Me by blualbino

A lovely, unique AU where John is alive and an undertaker, making Dean the undertaker's son. The relationship between Dean and Cas is sweet and uncomplicated and God, I wish there was more. One thing I really love is the inclusion of Michael, his role, and Castiel's clear devotion to him despite the situation. The characters all have interesting relationships to each other and it's fascinating.

I Want You All To Myself by melfice

A high school/college!AU where Cas is Dean's older BFF and the characterization is stunning, the setting beautiful. The way they come together is amazing. The only thing that could make this fic better? More of it. It ends far too soon for my taste. But at the same time, it's lovely snippet into this Dean and Castiel's world.

Letting in the Light by carmexgirl

Another college!AU in which Dean may not be a rocket scientist, but he is smart!Dean who goes to school and makes an effort while still retaining all the facets that make him Dean. Cas is his strange, never-there, and possibly inhuman roommate. Plus, there's a whole slew of Supernatural characters from Bela and Crowley, to Chuck and Ash. I love the gentle camaraderie Dean and Cas build, how they bond over Daddy issues (just like Show), and how as can out drink Dean (just like Show, lol). The end gets a tad schmoopy for my tastes, but it's still cute and funny. And I love Chuck so much in this story.

Of Coffee and Cellphones by c00kie

Another AU where Dean is a composer and Castiel is the go-between him and his boss, Chuck. The only thing is, Dean's never met Castiel. He only knows his voice, that his eyes are blue, and that he might be in love with him. And then there's that strange guy in the coffee shop. I love the wit and one-liners in this fic as well as the phone conversations between Cas and Dean and it flows beautifully. And there's doodles. I love it when my boys doodle.

I Think I Know Where You Belong and the rest of the Shortskirts 'verse by twentysomething

I'm a huge sucker for college and high school AUs and this one is wonderful!! Definitely one of my favorite high school AUs ever. Sweet, somewhat clueless, nerdy!Cas and baseball star!Dean who live next door to each other and talk to each other by writing on pieces of paper and putting them up in their windows. Also? Best older brother Michael ever. He's hilarious, seriously.

Lazarus Coming by olympia_m

At first glance, it seems like it's going to be total crack. Dean and Cas as porn stars, what? But, the emotions are so richly tantalizing and the backstory comes to light so slowly that it really pulls you in deep. It's a 5x4 kind of Cas who's broken and beat and addicted, but God, for all that brokenness, he and Dean and their fumbling relationship with each other and their families is lovely. And then there's Chuck. Who needs a vacation and remains hilarious while doling out pretty good advice and being a good friend.

Asunder by rageprufrock

Another AU, this one tells the story of social worker!Dean and pediatrician!Castiel. The roles work surprisingly well (though, this is not at all surprising when you consider the author). Dean invites Castiel to his brother's wedding because he's had a crush on the man for years but mainly because he needs some sort of shield considering he he despises Ruby and the stuff she did to Sam. It's a story of forgiveness and realization and it's so beautiful. It's romantic and sweet and sad and delivers some truly amazing lines. The scene where Castiel talks about his wife...wow. I was blown away by the emotions.

Folie a Deux by thunder_nari

Every sci-fi show seems to have the kind of episode where it's all a dream, or the characters think it's a dream. The Real World, in Stargate: Atlantis, for example. If SPN had one of those, this would be it. It tears at your soul because you could completely believe this tale, easier than the SPN 'verse. Just, go read. It's brilliant.

Tokipokey? by mikes_grrl

This is a quirky Dean/Cas college!AU fic that's hilarious and fun. The author combines a real world version of Castiel's oddness with his archaic lines on the show.

Where Are We Going, And Why Are We In This Handbasket? by skullage (Dean/Cas/Jimmy)

There's absolutely no plot in this fic, but the sex is hot, and the author manages to craft the beginnings of a background very well for the characters. Plus, I'm a sucker for highschool!AUs and twincest.

Dustbowl Dance by thunder_nari (Dean/Cas/Jimmy)

I enjoy this fic partially because of the possibilities. I'm not typically into westerns, but this AU creates a Cas and Jimmy so different, yet, still the same. Just like any good AU, we see elements of the show in it (Dean stays to take care of Sam, John doing a job to protect others). But I love the complexity that is added when Jimmy and Cas aren't exactly the good guys, when Cas' angel-ness is transformed into human ruthlessness. I like that it's actually very alien to the 'verse we know; and the story recognizes that different situations make people different. The portrayal of Cas and Jimmy is unique and all the more fascinating for it. The story kept me (figuratively) biting my nails the first time I read it, trying to determine what would happen. And the end, well, that throws what you thought about the 'verse for a loop.

Canon-based

Thursday's Child by strangeandcharm

If you're into D/C at all, you've probably seen or read this fic already. But it deserves to be repeated. You know how some fics within a fandom become your own personal canon? Or so popular, it's almost it's own 'verse for everyone? This is that one for me, at least. While I have had many fic I lovelovelove with this pairing, this is the one that was like a sucker punch, a good cry, and a deep longing for this fic to be canon. It's beautifully written, it hurts like hell, and it's more human than anything. And I don't just mean that because it takes place in 5x4 canon. In that sense, there are a few surprises. It'll also make you laugh (side cameos by our very own Iron Man and a few other celebs). It's long and plotty and sometimes you want to smack the boys upside the head, but it's perfect. If your heart isn't breaking for Castiel through most of this, you are colder than the Ice Queen.lol

My Eyes Are An Ocean by entangled_now

It's brutal, sad, and amazingly well-written. I love fics where some common thing is gone, something we take for granted. Sometimes, it can have more of an impact than a death. The characterizations are amazing and the end delivers a huge sucker punch. But it's done so brilliantly.

Second Verse, Same As the First by oatmeal_queen

A brilliant time-loop fic that demonstrates a lesson Dean and Cas both need to learn. I don't want to give away any spoilers, but this fic is amazing. Brutal, heart-wrenching, poignant, sweet, and emotionally satisfying.

Not All The Way Through by tracy_loo_who

An amazing, beautiful, tragic 5x4 fic. One of the first of those I read and still one of the best. Tracy has this way with words that puts so much more into them. So much underlying meaning, so much emotion, that it's like watching it unfold instead of reading it. This fic IS the Dean/Cas version of how they got to 5x4.

Lost my way (but haven’t forgotten my way home) by moodymuse19

A wonderful human!Cas story. It's their life after the apocalypse; not grand or exciting, but satisfying. Slightly sad but still happy (that kind of content happy) and with a hopeful ending.

Except Thou Bless Me by architeuthis

I admit, I like fics where Dean's a bit of a masochist. The author makes Dean's guilt and self-loathing, and codependence into something real and believable in his relationship with Cas. It also features my favorite kind of Castiel: BAMF!Cas. Where he's all mighty and smitey and this otherworldly creature who doesn't necessarily get it but he simply knows. The fic is full of some of the most amazing sex I've ever read, but it's really a characterization piece for both Dean and Cas. Seriously, if you haven't read this fic, GO NOW. Definitely in my top 5.

(And...there's awesome author commentary! I especially like the beginning where he reveals the Biblical story that was sort of his inspiration for the fic.)

In the Silence Afterward by ibroketuesday

This is a lovely fic about a Dean who's lost Sam and his words (and thus, has no way to deflect emotions). But whenever he's ready to give up, Castiel is there talking for him, comforting him, and keeping him going. It's as sweet as it is heart-breaking. Takes place right after 4x22.

A Hole in the World by bauble

I just reread this and again, it brought me to tears. Dean says yes, but suffice to say, all isn't as Michael assumed it would be. Castiel offers to aid him in understanding the vessel. Michael mocks and degrades, but maybe something of Dean still exists. Seriously, heart-breaking. There's one line uttered by Michael at the end that just causes me to burst into tears every time.

Sing and I Will Hear You by oatmeal_queen

This fic is not what you think it is. To get that ~crypticness~, you'll have to read the fic. But, suffice to say, it's sweet, a unique interpretation of the classic transformation trope, and absolutely gorgeous in parts. Finding out what happened to Castiel...my heart broke. But there's also humor and a surprise visit from another angel.

Hell and High Water: A Ficmix by melfice

A gorgeous ficmix with moving ficlets, great lyrics, and stunning art.

This Is Not A Test by twentysomething

I'm a huge fan of twentysomething and when I saw wee!cesters, I couldn't resist. Dean and Cas with kids? ADORABLE. It's just a little glimpse of life after the apocalypse but it's richly detailed, hilarious, and sweet. Go read and leave feedback so she writes more! ;)

Say Uncle by vanitashaze

This is a lovely story about Castiel falling and wants and needs. Gorgeously told and sexy as hell. Plus, it's got a little extra kink of mine.

Your Apple Pie Suburban Hell Happily Ever After by everysecondtuesday

Crackalicious, this one! But somehow, it all ends up coming off believable as well as hilarious and romantic. And did I mention hilarious? Michael and Lucifer are some of the major highlights in this fic. Ash being a sysadmin for Heaven is another. There's also a wedding and God really does love the fangirls. ;) Lots of great character pop-ins.

The Assumption of the Winchesters (Plus Bobby) by pulaski_casimir

Dude, it's crack, but it's hilarious, happy crack, not ridiculous crack. Well, ok, sorta ridiculous. Dean and Sam (and Bobby) all go to Heaven where they party like it's 1999 always and God has a little heart-to-heart with each of them, while Dean and Cas get their happily ever after.

Across the Airwaves 1/4, Across the Airwaves 2/4, Across the Airwaves 3/4, Across the Airwaves 4/4 by lassroyale (multiple links because of comment fic posting)

Written for the Stonehenge Apocalypse/Supernatural comment-thing meme this piece manages to evoke a sad sort of bittersweet happy. Taking place right after 5x22 with Castiel in Heaven and Sam in Hell, we see a Dean who needs a friend and finds someone who manages to remind him of both Sam and Cas. The small glimpses we get of Jacob are heart-breaking. It's a simple concept and could have been corny, but the author makes it pensive and poignant.

You were just a dream in the back of my head by devilyouwere

The author calls this a happy ending. If so, I hide in fear of their unhappy fics, because man, this one's a doozy. It's everything you want for Dean: a family, normal, a world saved. But there's Castiel, too, and he can't forget. It's so beautiful in its execution and angst. I cried.

When All Is Said And Done by spacemonkey_699

Crack to make up for all that angst in the last rec. This is a hilarious, romantic, awkward take on God being displeased with his children and the way they handled the apocalypse. Big brothers have some making up to do which concerns Castiel. This is one of those hilarious fics in which angels discover the internet and porn. In other words: awesome.

Right of Conquest by luchia13

This fic is brilliant. It features a convincing and seemingly sympathetic Lucifer who manages to lead Castiel astray with promises (and ponies) only to be truly confounded by the power of love. The style and prose give it this hazy, lazy, powerful feeling. It's a love story and it's romantic as heck as well as having an actual, amazing plot. Plus, there's Tessa. Seriously, I can't recommend this one enough.

Up From Perdition by vain_chan

A fascinating look at Castiel pulling Dean from the pit as well as Dean's devotion to Sam.

Journey's Course by tracy_loo_who

This is...beautiful. Inspired by some lovely art (check it out in the author's header), the fic really speaks to the original art and what will be my canon. Because we know, unless Castiel becomes human, he can't just hang around the Winchesters for the next 50 years. Castiel belongs in Heaven, but he'll wait for Dean no matter what.

But Just Ourselves by waldorph

This is a lovely fic from a 3rd person POV. Stunning, beautiful in its half glimpses at the action. Dean is many things to many people. But Death is on his side.

The Game by zooeyrye

This one tears you to shreds. Oh, boys.

(voiceless) by kaiyote

A unique style, a unique POV, and disturbing (sexually) with a whopper at the end. Wow. Loved the flow of this.

As We Go Along and Making it Up by aesc

I love genderswap fic. And I love het. So combine a truly awesome, always-a-girl!Dean with the very male, human!Castiel and God, I go crazy. But more than just the amazing sex, I love how Dean and Cas are the same; they're the characters we know. And the story is sweet without being overly sappy.

So Sleep in the Fallout Tonight by thevinegarworks

This is a desperate and confused Cas and exactly how I wish the alley scene in 5x18 could have gone. The author has some truly lovely phrasing and lines in this fic. It's angsty and so them.

Dedicated to All Human Beings, Dedicated to All Angels, and Tell Me Something You'd Tell A Fool by eggblue

This series of short stories is very powerful and very porny. It sort of reminds me all the asexual!John Sheppard fics in that Castiel gives sex for Dean, not because he thinks he needs it. But Dean isn't willing to give up so easily on giving Castiel his own pleasure. Sure, they're PWPs basically, but so beautifully written and it gives a unique richness to Dean and Castiel's sexual relationship that isn't found in most of the porny fics out there. Also, it's a lot of wing!porn and I am really ok with that. The third story is my personal favorite.

Glory Be to God For Dappled Things by eggblue

More wing!porn, but God, the visuals this fic creates are stunning. There's a second part linked at the bottom.

Anointed by eggblue

This fic could revive my love for Wincest. It's so natural, the connection Sam and Dean have. But at the same time Dean and Castiel are so ridiculously in love it wrenches your heart. Beautiful, absolutely beautiful. It's just a little sad, too.

Pomegranate Seeds by elaeazeph

This is a beautiful, terrfying tale of post-apocalypse Earth where Castiel searches out Dean and reminds him every day of who he is until the demons tear them apart. Seriously, words cannot describe the beautiful hurt of this story.

Older, Too by prettify

I've read quite a few OT3 fics now, but this one...this one sells me on the trio. It's different. The sparse style is lovely and truly adds to the ambiance of the fic; the lost feeling, the sadness, the hope and love. The interaction between Dean and Cas is wonderful and in character. And the emotions...gorgeous. I don't want to say that Sam doesn't matter in this fic, because that's not true. Dean makes it very clear he does when he asks Cas if he can come to love Sam, too. But the raw love and tenderness, the desire between Dean and Cas breaks me every time.

This Story Was Brought To You By Our Sponsors by scaramouche

This fic is the closest I will ever get to mpreg. That is, it's one of those awesome fics where magically (and not involving anatomy beyond the sex) the two male characters have a kid together. Only, while this is a happy story, it certainly doesn't start out that way. Dean never even knew he had a son until Anna kidnaps him so Dean can meet him. Daniel is an abomination so Castiel has been hiding from Heaven and everyone else. But a lot happens in five years and both angel and man have grown up and grown apart. God, I love this story so much. It's sad, it's realistic, it's happy and wonderful. It makes me heart ache because I'm all about the Dean/Cas OTP, but really, Sam will always come first for Dean and in this story their son will always come first for Cas. But it's right. And it doesn't mean Dean and Cas aren't meant to be.

Quarters, Sharing is Caring, and Heaven or Las Vegas by trinityofone

These are all part of an AU verse in which Ruby is snarky demon but still ends up being the friend to an angel, Castiel discovers a little bit more about being human, and there's the hunt, the Impala, arguments, and sex. Hilarious and awesome.

Lend a Hand and Lift Me by xgreyfeather

In which Anna gently matchmakes (more or less, she opens Castiel's eyes), Dean has his usual problems of believing he's worth anything, and the two fix each other. There's sex, and yet it's still lovely.

The Consequences of Falling by pandarus

Ok, I can say I have a few quibbles with some characterization, but as a whole this fic is outstanding. Castiel makes the transition from angel to human when he decides to save the boys lives and who is there to pick him up? Ruby, of course. This is one of the best Ruby characterizations ever. You'll definitely like her more than Kripke's (mainly because the S4 finale isn't in here). And she gets what she deserves at one point. Oh, also? There's an offering of Castiel as a virgin. Very funny, very sexy, with some nice angel!angst and Dean!angst.

Make the Man by trinityofone

This is a lovely and somewhat sad fic between Castiel and Dean (Smith). Castiel takes his job very seriously. Dean thinks being watched means something else. But things are only as real as the angels let on...

Where There's Smoke by trinityofone

Castiel indulges. It's beautifully written, sensual: a promise of things to come.

Conservation of Space by entangled_now

Some of the hottest, sex-in-a-car, fuck-or-die fic possible.

Praise the Lord (And Pass the Ammunition) by nekomitsu and art by aesc

This is a hilarious romcom fic in which Dean becomes the angel of "unfortunate people with rashes in embarrassing spots and of sorry hosts of lice" (it's like crack, but so much better!) and he and Castiel take a long UST journey to figuring out they love each other. I found it absolutely adorable and the chorus of angels including Zachariah, Michael and Raphael cracked me up. Plus Chuck's purple prose is rather priceless.

In the House of Flesh by gabby_silang (Claire!Castiel/Dean, underage)

This is gorgeous and tragic. It's an unusual take on Castiel as well, as seen in the first few sentences, but I find it fascinating and very much indicative of how a fully angelic version of Castiel would think. I love seeing Castiel's analysis of his vessels and how Dean fights what he feels. A lovely Lolita feel.

Every Word A Piece of My Heart by smilla840

I love the uniqueness of this fic, the way Castiel can't be around but still is, the new way Jimmy and Castiel share Jimmy's body, and the love that shines through for all three of them. Plus, the sex is incredibly hot.

Taken by emerald_embers Must be a member of blindfold_spn to read.

This short little fit just hit all my kinks. I LOVE smoking!Castiel and the author captures the sexiness of the interactions very well.

Telegraph by nyoka (Dean/Cas/Lisa)

By far the best fic I've read involving Lisa. It doesn't dismiss her, but it keeps Cas there, too, and both on an emotional level as well as sexually. I loved Lisa and Cas' conversation because, God, how absolutely true of Dean. The pacing and vivid descriptions make this a beautiful, though short, piece about (most of) the people Dean loves. Gorgeous, really.

Anything Worth Dying For by waldorph

I don't think I can really capture the epicness of this fic. If you like apocalypse fics, you're in for a ride. Not only is the characterization spot on, the romance building and epic, the plot engaging and action-packed, and the story funny, but the author also adds in media and extra tidbits that make it seem like it's really happening, such as MSNBC "news reports" and a scene from The Daily Show. The OC's are fleshed out and active and I absolutely adore the inclusion of Sarah Blake and Chuck, both of whom hold a special place in my canon and fanon heart.

The principle (of silver lining) by eretria

I love the portrayal of Cas in this fic. It takes place shortly after Cas has been in the hospital, rescued off that fishing boat, and is completely human. He's dealing with being human but we see it through others eyes and only have his words to go by, something which convince Dean until both their walls come tumbling down. Cas is strong and assertive yet absolutely breaking apart, too. Their sex is less about sex and more about what they both need, as well as learning how to mend.

The glimpses of action-plot are intriguing (I miss all the fics that were about how to stop the apocalypse), and Sam isn't forgotten, either; he is, in fact, just as important as we see on the show. The author's Bobby is excellent, too. The writing and the way the author conveys the emotional subtleties is well done. It's a wonderful character piece.

The Adventures of Pie-Bear Winchester and his trusty Steed, Castiel the Angel of the Lord
by xxamlaxx

Pure, pure crack. But it's hilarious. And disturbing. And kind of adorable.

Angelus Cruorem by ink_electric

Even I, non-lover of most things vampire, have to succumb once in awhile, especially if the sex and tension is written really well. And angel-ed up!Cas with vampire!Dean? So much potential. So ridiculously hot.