After the final battle, bathed in the golden light, everyone was given the chance to say farewell to their fallen loved ones. Amidst the loving laughter and tearful embraces, one stands alone, feeling out of place and wishing it wasn't goodbye.

What was Zatz's drive to steer him to the side of the humans? He could've stayed with Mitclan and stopped Maya. But he switched sides. Why? What caused him to see differently and how does he think it's going to work? (Zatz's POV)

Zatz's experience with the snake venom was… not great to say the least. Especially not on top of being on the run from gods and just after losing what was left of his family. Aka, lots of Zatz whump, emotional and physical.

"But if you just let me help you-" "I don't need your help," she hisses. "You're of no use to me." [Vignette. Chivo/Xtabay, one-sided. Originally posted on AO3 around 11/20/22.]

Rico may have defeated Chivo but his words still haunt him can his friends help him out .

Their love is shown every night as the phases of the moon. More explanation/description inside.

Living as a half-human child in the Underworld was never easy. Zatz was reminded of the consequences for overstepping limits every time he looked in the mirror. Aka, a oneshot about when Zatz was first presented to Mictlan who took his eye. Rated T for mentions of blood and injury.