#yay data

[absentcaryatid]

ATEEZ Pairings in Fanfic at AO3 (2023)

Curious which romantic partnerships between members were underused, last year I decided to do a quick survey of pairings at AO3 because that data was easy to get compared to Tumblr. Wanting to see what has changed I revisited the data. The numbers reflect how many times a pairing occurs, not how many works are about that member as a character or how prominent they are in a story. For instance Jongho x Yeosang appears surprisingly often but more commonly as a couple when the whole group is partnered in a story along the typical breakdown of Hongjoong x Seonghwa, San x Wooyoung, and Mingi x Yunho.

The numbers I found really paint a picture of the dearth of reader inserts posted at Archive of Our Own versus Tumblr. Just writing for two years now, I have contributed between 5-10% of the reader x Mingi, x Jongho, and x Yunho categories there which is such a misrepresentation of what the whole of ATEEZ fanfic looks like. I encourage anyone to consider contributing their writing, especially reader pairings, to the library there to preserve more fandom history given how fast accounts can turn over on Tumblr when people deactivate. While reader inserts are not as popular at AO3, I think it is worth posting there both as a record and because cultures can change over time. When people are given more reader inserts to enjoy there a taste might develop and we all would benefit from more stories to read.

The following snapshot is roughly done (and corrections are welcome) but it is a fairly accurate look at the state of pairings in ATEEZ fanfiction present at AO3 on May 6, 2023. The numbers in parentheses are from the previous year.

Total works in the ATEEZ category: 18,348

Top ten ATEEZ pairings on AO3:

Hongjoong x Seonghwa 4,999 (3,782)

San x Wooyoung 4,009 (3,046)

Yunho x Mingi 2,058 (1,603)

Yeosang x Jongho 1,283 (950)

Yeosang x Wooyoung 1,066 (866)

Seonghwa x Yeosang 794 (773)

San x Yeosang 723 (539) up two positions from last year

San x Seonghwa 716 (574) down one position from last year

San x Yunho 650 (553) down one position from last year

Hongjoong x Wooyoung 519 (new this year replacing HJ x Yunho)

Pairings by member:

Hongjoong x

Seonghwa 4,999 (3,782)

Wooyoung 519 (256) up three positions from last year

Yunho 496 (427) down one position from last year

Mingi 446 (367) down one position from last year

San 355 (272) down one position from last year

Reader 316 (228) up one position from last year

Yeosang 311 (241) down one position from last year

Jongho 219 (193)

Female OC 48 (28)

Total: 7,709 (5,794)

Seonghwa x

Hongjoong 4,999 (3,782)

Yeosang 794 (773)

San 716 (574)

Wooyoung 493 (416)

Yunho 368 (292)

Reader 351 (230)

Mingi 233 (175)

Jongho 211 (172)

Female OC 61 (42)

Total: 8,226 (6,456)

Yunho x

Mingi 2,058 (1,603)

San 650 (553)

Hongjoong 496 (427)

Seonghwa 368 (292)

Reader 310 (218) up one position from last year

Yeosang 309 (264) down one position from last year

Wooyoung 290 (192)

Jongho 254 (183)

Female OC 71 (48)

Total: 4,806 (3,780)

Yeosang x

Jongho 1,283 (950)

Wooyoung 1,066 (866)

Seonghwa 794 (773)

San 723 (539)

Mingi 314 (239) up two positions from last year

Hongjoong 311 (241) up one position from last year

Yunho 309 (264) down two positions from last year

Reader 194 (131)

Female OC 35 (22)

Total: 5,029 (4,025)

San x

Wooyoung 4,009 (3,046)

Seonghwa 716 (574)

Yeosang 723 (539) up one position from last year

Yunho 650 (553) down one position from last year

Hongjoong 355 (272) up one position from last year

Reader 315 (224) up one position from last year

Mingi 312 (282) down two positions from last year

Jongho 217 (192)

Female OC 56 (37)

Total: 7,353 (5719)

Mingi x

Yunho 2,058 (1,603)

Hongjoong 446 (367)

Jongho 324 (258) up one position from last year

Yeosang 314 (239) up one position from last year

San 312 (282) down two positions from last year

Reader 275 (203)

Seonghwa 233 (175)

Wooyoung 207 (158)

Female OC 43 (31)

Total: 4,212 (3,316)

Wooyoung x

San 4,009 (3,046)

Yeosang 1,066 (866)

Hongjoong 519 (256) up one position from last year

Seonghwa 493 (416) down one position from last year

Yunho 290 (192)

Reader 248 (178) up one position from last year

Jongho 235 (191) down one position from last year

Mingi 207 (158)

Female OC 37 (23)

Total: 7,104 (5,326)

Jongho x

Yeosang 1,283 (950)

Mingi 324 (258)

Yunho 254 (183) up three positions from last year

Wooyoung 235 (191) up two positions from last year

Hongjoong 219 (193) down two positions from last year

San 217 (192) down two positions from last year

Seonghwa 211 (172)

Reader 176 (111)

Female OC 40 (18)

Total: 2,959 (2,268)

[reasonsforhope]

If you're feeling anxious or depressed about the climate and want to do something to help right now, from your bed, for free...

Start helping with citizen science projects

What's a citizen science project? Basically, it's crowdsourced science. In this case, crowdsourced climate science, that you can help with!

You don't need qualifications or any training besides the slideshow at the start of a project. There are a lot of things that humans can do way better than machines can, even with only minimal training, that are vital to science - especially digitizing records and building searchable databases

Like labeling trees in aerial photos so that scientists have better datasets to use for restoration.

Or counting cells in fossilized plants to track the impacts of climate change.

Or digitizing old atmospheric data to help scientists track the warming effects of El Niño.

Or counting penguins to help scientists better protect them.

Those are all on one of the most prominent citizen science platforms, called Zooniverse, but there are a ton of others, too.

Oh, and btw, you don't have to worry about messing up, because several people see each image. Studies show that if you pool the opinions of however many regular people (different by field), it matches the accuracy rate of a trained scientist in the field.

--

I spent a lot of time doing this when I was really badly injured and housebound, and it was so good for me to be able to HELP and DO SOMETHING, even when I was in too much pain to leave my bed. So if you are chronically ill/disabled/for whatever reason can't participate or volunteer for things in person, I highly highly recommend.

Next time you wish you could do something - anything - to help

Remember that actually, you can. And help with some science.

[thymelessink]

Riker and Spot are getting along for Data's sake. And Riker is a hunk apparently (when I draw him).

[mewkwota]

Mew today's not-- I don't care, I chose to brainstorm these designs because it sounded like a fun idea. I was going for something like a "group cosplay" (and Tokyo Mew Mew) so each Mega also has an associated animal.

Volnutt is a monkey because Data (duh), Hub is a cat because it was literally given to him thanks to the anime, Geo and Omega-Xis are rabbits because the spikes on Geo's visor give me that image, then X and Rock are both dogs (albeit Rock is a puppy) because uhh... Rock has Rush and honestly for X I just thought about Sigma and his dog--

Also there's lots of doodles of Volnutt because this was absolutely his idea somehow.

[r0zzk1ll]

monthly dose of daforge for ur troubles :3

closeup image of This one bc i enjoy it A lot

[star-trekster]

DATA🌟

[misshcrror]

            𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐑: ──── YASEMIN's dynamics ;

Finalmente, Yasemin chegou a um ponto onde não podia mais negar seus sentimentos, tanto para si mesma quanto para os outros. A vida é curta demais para para se limitar e viver com receios. Joseph a fazia sentir-se viva, mesmo em meio ao caos de suas vidas como semideuses no acampamento naquele momento. Desde o momento que desistiu da caçada. Por mais complicado que fosse, por mais bagunçada que ela se sentisse, a vida ao lado dele valia os desafios. Finalmente, ela havia deixado de lado o medo e abraçado o amor, sabendo que era o passo mais corajoso que podia dar naquele momento. Yasemin Solak agora tinha Joseph Barker como seu namorado.

I JUST WANTED TO BE YOURS and now i'm yours, @d4rkwater.

[chippothy]

Could you do a Data themed picmix? (If you don't mind that is)

OF COUURSEE!!!!!!!!! I adore data sooo badly auguaghghhgg

It has spot too i hope you dont mind ^_^

[felinoidrose]

oh my god they make me sick i hate them!!!! tee hee

[pollen]

happy sunday morning specifically to the person reading this post ☀️ i’m so glad you’re here with me! i hope your day is gentle to you 💛

[absentcaryatid]

I posted 1,137 times in 2022

That's 811 more posts than 2021!

193 posts created (17%)

944 posts reblogged (83%)

Blogs I reblogged the most:

@sorikkung

@jeongyunho99

@twancingyunhao

@absentcaryatid

@queerdo-mcjewface

I tagged 1,115 of my posts in 2022

Only 2% of my posts had no tags

#ateez - 350 posts

#fic rec - 252 posts

#gif - 236 posts

#yunho - 114 posts

#mingi - 114 posts

#video - 97 posts

#gender neutral reader - 96 posts

#seonghwa - 80 posts

#i love laughter - 77 posts

#kpop fanfic - 77 posts

Longest Tag: 140 characters

#i like this idea because i have a lot of things that are just a scrap of dialogue and probably won't go anywhere but can always be revisited

My Top Posts in 2022:

#5

Three Guys and Your Underwear

An ATEEZ fanfic by AbsentCaryatid

Yeosang is your boyfriend. Seonghwa is your roommate. Hongjoong is your best friend since preschool. One day you came home to find all three of them hovering over your dirty laundry basket inhaling the scent of your underwear. Can they explain what they were up to in a way that makes them completely innocent of doing exactly what they were caught doing?

2.5K words, Content note: gender neutral reader referred to with they/them pronouns, underwear sniffing, innuendo laden but still probably squeaks by for all tumblr using ages

~

There were three perverts standing around the laundry basket in your bedroom. Huddled together, your best friend Hongjoong, roommate Seonghwa, and boyfriend Yeosang had been sniffing away at a pair of your underwear. They were so engrossed that they apparently missed your greeting called from the front door on arrival. When you announced your presence in your bedroom doorway Hongjoong screamed and as a group they shot about six feet in the air being caught at their activity. Seonghwa looked guilty and Yeosang froze. You stared at them and they stared at you.

Bordering on yelling, nervously Yeosang claimed, “We can explain in a way that makes us completely innocent of exactly what it looks like we were doing.”

“Okay, try me. Please tell me this isn’t what it looks like.” The trio audibly relaxed a little until you narrowed your eyes and amended, “But make it believable.”

“It isn’t, I promise,” Seonghwa pleaded.  

You snorted. “Isn't what it looks like, or isn't believable?”

There was laughter at your comment. Yeosang cut it off quickly at your look though. He could be bold sometimes, but was not a fool.

Ever the rules lawyer, Hongjoong hedged, “What does it look like?” His attempt at innocent doe eyes did nothing for you.

You took in a deep breath while pinching the bridge of your nose. “I’m going to say this nicely on the very slim chance there truly is a reasonable explanation for you three to be standing beside my dirty laundry and huffing my underpants, but what is going on, guys? You need to tell me, now.”

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51 notes - Posted July 15, 2022

#4

Looking for something else to read?

Here are the masterlists of some of the K-pop fanfic writers I enjoy on here. Search their name on my tumblr to bring up fic reviews for that author.

All Tumblr Using Ages:

Blossom-hwa Masterlist, ATEEZ, Golden Child, Stray Kids, The Boyz

Catboymingi Masterlist, ATEEZ

Mingtinys Masterlist, ATEEZ, BTS, NCT Dream, Super M

Sorryimananti-romantic Masterlist, ATEEZ, BTS, Red Velvet

Thexautisticxkpopper Masterlist, Block B, EXO, GOT7, NCT, VIXX

Theaufanartist (Flashing GIF) Masterlist, ATEEZ, BTS, SVT, Stray Kids

Twancingyunhao Masterlist, ATEEZ

Warmau Google spreadsheet Masterlist, ATEEZ, BTS, NCT, Svnt, +

Wooahaes Masterlist, Golden Child, Seventeen, Stray Kids, Treasure

Writersrealmbts Masterlist, BTS, GOT7, Monsta X, NCT, Stray Kids, TXT, VIXX

Masterlists with at least some 18+ Material:

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59 notes - Posted August 15, 2022

#3

The Quest to Fit Yunho

An ATEEZ fanfic by AbsentCaryatid

319 words, Content note: gender neutral reader, size references, hands

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“My boyfriend, he's big,” you confessed in a whisper.

The woman you were speaking to encouraged you to tell more. “Go on, what else?”

Keeping your voice low, you added, “Well, Yunho's fingers, they are so large. It is a tough fit. Sometimes the stretch is too much.”

She gave a sympathetic nod, “I see.”

“I want to succeed where his previous partners have failed. He just wants to be able to slide his fingers in with ease. It seems like such a simple thing that would make him so happy but I need help.” A sad look crossed your face. Pleasing your boyfriend meant the world to you and this was something you had been trying to solve for quite a while now.

The lady was reassuring. “Maybe they gave up too soon. I believe I can be of assistance.” You smiled gratefully hoping there was a solution after so many attempts and false leads. “No matter his size, we do have models to fit in many colors,” she continued. “Let me bring you the extra-large range and you will be able to take something home for him today.”

“Thank you so much,” you gushed, “Yunho will be very happy when he opens his present. He has always spoken of wanting driving gloves but nothing at the market stalls ever fit. Driving gives him so much pleasure but in these colder months he complains. As often as he praises the seat warmer, he wishes the steering wheel had the same feature.”

The saleswoman beamed behind her counter, pleased to have helped. “It is a good thing you came to this department store then, isn't it? Once you decide on a pair I will wrap them for you.”

Purchase complete, you headed home smiling to yourself knowing how thrilled Yunho would be slipping on the first pair of gloves that actually might fit since reaching adulthood.

~

Masterlist

62 notes - Posted January 18, 2022

#2

A Birthday to Remember

An ATEEZ Seonghwa x Reader fanfic by AbsentCaryatid

Seonghwa has purchased an adult toy for your birthday and is eager to help put it to use. If the night goes as he hopes, he will be playing with you for a long time.

1.4K words, Content note: Gender neutral reader, humor

~

Seonghwa knows what you want, knows how to please you. For weeks he has been keeping it secret but tonight he will reveal all. You have been dating almost a year now and he wanted to mark the occasion with something really special in honor of your birthday and he had just what you had been longing for. He understood you were curious if you were up to the challenge. The thought of getting to be the man who provided this first in your life left him restless and eager to get on with the evening.

He could see the excitement when he whispered in your ear what his plans were once he took you home. Tonight you would go all out and try something new. It was difficult not to speed through the rest of the meal in anticipation over what was to come. Your face displayed such open desire and Seonghwa could not help but feel an equal interest.

Abandoning plans for dessert, the bill was paid quickly and you rushed to his car. Looking for all the world like two young people in love, for that’s what you were, you kept glancing at each other and grinning. Once home, he escorted you to the bedroom where he presented you with the gift. From his hints at the restaurant you already knew what you would be getting up to and it had you salivating. Kissing him passionately before unwrapping, you marveled once you saw it in person. “I had no idea it was so big.”

“You flatter me,” Seonghwa laughed, “it is not like it is The Titanic.”

“It practically is.” Tracing the outline you couldn’t help but gasp as you took in all the details. “And so hard!” Although you had not opened the large box yet the picture on the outside told you a long-held dream was about to come true. Tonight you would enjoy an 18+ toy you had your eye on from that special shop you liked to browse together. “Seonghwa, I can't believe you. You spent a fortune on me!”

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67 notes - Posted January 13, 2022

My #1 post of 2022

ATEEZ Reaction to Your Chest Being Uneven

A gender neutral fanfic by AbsentCaryatid

The reader has been hiding from their romantic partner the fact that their chest is more developed on one side than the other. I present one way the members of ATEEZ might react. This is not smut but instead written to be reassuring from someone who has the experience of visible asymmetry and it has never been an issue.

432 words, Content note: some are lightly suggestive but still rated safe for all tumblr using ages

~

Hongjoong would deliver a chaste kiss above each side when you confess your anxiety about being uneven to him. Hongjoong then would promptly fall asleep on your chest and much later wake up, happy to be there no matter how great your disparity.

Seonghwa would insist he is not with you for your body but for your personality. “No matter what, I still I think you are perfect just as you are.” As you stare into his flawless eyes, you understand completely.

Yunho would respect your emotional impact from being lopsided. “I am not going to tell you how to feel about your chest and will support you if you wish to have cosmetic reduction on one side or enlargement on the other. Please know though, that I find your appearance charming. You don't love me any less for my uneven smile and I feel exactly the same way about you.”

Yeosang would be over the moon and have a lot to say. “You are warning me because you are going to let me see your chest? How could I have any complaints about that step in our relationship?” Ever the scientist, Yeosang would also be a researcher and come back to you with facts. “Now that I have read up on the subject, I learned it is common to be asymmetrical. Estimates vary, but one doctor cited 90% of people with developed breasts have at least a 15-20% difference in volume, and truly if your measurement is precise enough nobody is actually identical. A mismatch can happen to any gender if muscles get a regular workout on one side more than the other. The difference may be more noticeable on you than others, but it is very normal and nothing to feel bad about.”

San would pointedly tell you some of his stuffed animals are small and others are large, but they are all equally loved and worth cuddling.

Mingi would have nothing to say if you draw it to his attention, merely joyfully diving back in to shower you with snuggly affection. Despite wanting to be supportive, Mingi would probably never even notice the size difference between sides of your chest.

Woooyoung's delighted and overly loud proclamation that a variety pack is a plus would be overheard by the whole dorm. Then comes the shared laughter as he discovers, “Look at this. I can make my hand look big or small depending which side I hold it over!”

Jongho would be warmly reassuring with the confirmation, “I love everything about you. How could I not love your chest as well?”

~

Masterlist of stories

85 notes - Posted June 14, 2022

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[aropride]

my meticulous notekeeping and graphmaking will make doctors love me. and the way i didnt know how to make this type of chart in excel so i had to make a worse version in numbers will make bitches want me

[faaun]

a little bit sad @ myself :(

[waitineedaname]

okay so because im a freak for numbers, I decided to tally up the amount of words I've written for each fandom I've posted for on ao3! in my early writing days, I wrote a lot of short fics, and over time I've started writing longer stuff, but that means the fandoms I've posted the most fics for are not actually the ones I've written the most words for! by my tally, the fandoms I've written the most words for are

HLVRAI (78,671 words)

Homestuck (65,744 words)

MP100 (62,750 words)

FMA comes in a close fourth place with 59,810 words. I don't know what they were putting in HLVRAI to make me write so much, but that series was like crack cocaine to me. to this date, the longest individual fics I've ever written have been for that stupid series!

the two lowest were TMA (10,266 words) and TAZ (13,132) which makes sense because I only wrote three fics for TMA and TAZ was my short fic era. MDZS is at 25,092 which is impressive considering I haven't been writing for it very long! I blame this on the most recent fic I posted because I went absolutely apeshit about Wen Qing and the Golden Core reveal