Which Solangelo Fanfics Capture Their Playful Banter During Infirmary Shifts?

I’ve spent years diving into 'Percy Jackson' fanfics, and Solangelo’s dynamic in infirmary settings is pure gold. The best fics nail their sarcastic yet caring vibe—Will teasing Nico about his ‘emo aura’ while Nico retaliates with dry comments about Will’s ‘sunshine overdose’. One standout had them hiding Apollo’s lyre as a prank during shifts, sparking a camp-wide search. These stories often weave in quiet moments too, like Nico stitching up Will’s burns while grumbling about his recklessness. The dialogue feels ripped from Rick Riordan’s style, peppered with mythological in-jokes. I adore how authors expand their teamwork, whether it’s Nico shadow-traveling supplies or Will diagnosing monsters. For depth, some fics explore Nico’s PTSD through Will’s patience, like him coaxing Nico into healing conversations between snarky remarks. Check out ‘Starry-Eyed Scalpels’ for a perfect balance of humor and heart.

Another layer I love is how infirmary routines become metaphors—bandages as bonding, antidotes as trust. One fic had them inventing a sassy ‘patient bingo’ game to pass time, marking off clichés like ‘I tripped on my sword’. The banter never feels forced; it’s organic, like Will humming pop songs just to annoy Nico, who retaliates by summoning skeletons to reorganize shelves. These stories thrive on contrasts—Nico’s dark humor against Will’s relentless optimism, yet both united by their competence. A lesser-known gem is ‘Hades’ Heat Packs’, where Nico begrudgingly admits Will’s homemade remedies work better than magic.

As a longtime Solangelo shipper, I gravitate toward fics where their banter masks deeper affection. Infirmary shifts become a playground for their quirks—Will over-explaining medical terms to fluster Nico, who ‘translates’ them into morbid underworld slang. One brilliant AU reimagined them as rival interns in a mortal hospital, trading insults over clipboard charts. The tension crackles when Nico ‘accidentally’ shadows Will’s stethoscope into the abyss, forcing him to diagnose by ear. Authors cleverly use medical scenarios to mirror their growth: Nico learning to trust Will with his scars, Will admitting he keeps extra chocolate for Nico’s bad days. The playful jabs (‘Death Boy vs. Sunshine’) never undermine their respect; you believe they’d trade lives for each other mid-eye-roll. For a fresh twist, seek out fics where they mentor younger campers, their snark becoming a teaching tool.

The infirmary’s sterility contrasts beautifully with Solangelo’s chaos in my favorite fics. Will’s dad-joke triage meets Nico’s deadpan ‘I’ve died before, this scratch won’t kill me’—until Will threatens to withhold ambrosia. One story had them betting on which Ares kid would next land in the infirmary, with Nico using underworld gossip as intel. Their banter often reveals hidden care: Will leaving Nightmare-Free potions in Nico’s hoodie pockets, Nico ‘coincidentally’ shadowing in when Will’s overworked. I prefer fics where their humor feels defensive, like two boys who’ve survived too much. A standout moment was Nico joking about Will’s ‘medical tyranny’ while secretly admiring his dedication. Short but potent, ‘Sutures and Sarcasm’ captures this perfectly in under 10k words.

Solangelo’s infirmary antics shine in fics that balance snark with sweetness. Will dangling mistletoe over Nico’s cot, Nico ‘cursing’ him with harmless zombie butterflies—it’s their love language. One crackfic had them reviving a zombie solely to teach it CPR. The best banter feels improvisational, like Will diagnosing Nico with ‘chronic edgelordism’ while Nico prescribes him ‘excessive cheerfulness’. Lighthearted but never shallow, these stories remind us why they work: opposites who challenge yet complement. Try ‘Band-Aids and Bickering’ for quick, witty exchanges.