Parvenus and upstarts tried to arrange introductions to ships at mixer parties. Families with real connections arranged for more substantial—and more private—introductions in the ordinary course of business.

Breq gets more than she bargained for when she announces over breakfast that she's going to officially change her name. Tag to Ancillary Mercy. Fluff! And a little pre-ship Breq/Seivarden. (also featuring Sphene!)

Tisarwat's sense of touch. [Gen]

Or: Oh, tree! Where is Fleet Captain Breq's ass, anyway? A few small scenes of breathing space between the end of Ancillary Sword and whatever comes next. Contains a brief scene of body horror at the beginning.

The memories of the dead live on. Horror AU set during the trip to Omaugh Palace.