Emma Johnson is a ghost of who she used to be-a former military operative hardened by war, betrayal, and the weight of too many ghosts trailing behind her. Her body bears the scars of battles fought long before the world ended, but it's the wounds on the inside that never seem to heal. Beneath her deadly precision and sharp tongue lies a heart that still aches to protect, to care-even when the world tells her it's foolish. With guns strapped to her hips and knives hidden in her boots, she walks through the wasteland with a fierce will to survive, refusing to let the past define her. Daryl Dixon has always known pain. Long before the world crumbled, before the walkers turned humanity into monsters, he had already survived a different kind of hell, a past that left him wary of trust, of love. Cold, distant, and quick to anger, he keeps people at arm's length, believing attachments are just another weakness in a world where nothing lasts. But beneath the hardened exterior, is a man who still longs for something more-even if he refuses to admit it. Their paths cross in blood and fire, two warriors who've spent their lives fighting-first for others, then for themselves. At first, they clash-her fire against his ice, her relentless teasing against his stubborn silence. But war doesn't allow time for walls to stay up forever. Through battles, close calls, and nights spent sharing stories they never thought they'd speak aloud, Emma and Daryl begin to see the truth in each other. He sees the kindness she hides beneath her steel. She sees the loneliness he buries beneath his cold exterior. Love in a world like this is dangerous. It's reckless. It's the kind of thing that gets you killed. But when the only certainty in life is death, maybe love is the one fight worth dying for. CROSSBOW AND ASHES is a story of survival, pain, and two lost souls who find home in each other-even when the world is burning.

Before Merle died, he made Daryl promise to find a girl. A girl who had somehow meant enough to the man Daryl once thought incapable of caring for anyone. When Daryl found her, she didn't see it as salvation. To her, he was just another man trying to control her choices, another person making promises they couldn't keep. But in a world where the dead walk and the living are worse, trust is the only thing that keeps you breathing.

Frankie Black A former FBI agent with a sniper rifle, a filthy mouth, and one mission-find her sister. What she doesn't expect is a group of survivors. Or Daryl Dixon. Gruff. Reckless. Untouchable. They clash. They fight. They protect each other without saying why. In a world full of the dead, Frankie never thought the most dangerous thing she'd feel... is something alive.

She was the epitome of strength, fighting her way through a new world - one where the dead walked and society ceased to exist. He was a force to be reckoned with, tenacious and unyielding. The hands of fate brought them together, but can they fight alongside one another through the apocalyptic wasteland without losing themselves, or each other? (Daryl Dixon x Original Female Character) Slow burn. Mature content. 🔥🫢 Some main TWD plot points included, but I intend to diverge often to keep it exciting and fresh. I don't own the rights to any TWD characters or scenes. OFC is my own, as are some of the plot lines in this story. Top Rankings: #1 in #DarylDixonLove #2 in #NormanReedus #2 in TWDfanfiction #2 in #DarylDixonRomance #6 in #Daryl #12 in #DarylDixonSmut 😜

*** CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTANT REVISION AND EDITING! UPDATING WHENEVER POSSIBLE *** **Previous called "Post Apocalyptic Love (Daryl Dixon Fanfiction** *yes, there is smut. since its a daryl dixon fanfic, it only seemed fitting. i will put a warning in the chapter that have it, so if you are uncomfortable with reading smut, skip that part. this is all my first time writing this kinda stuff so take it easy on me. thanks!* ~~ The book is separated by each season of TWD, so if you have a favorite season you can chose to read Kelley's story from there ~~ A virus broke out across the globe, reanimating the dead and creating mass chaos. In a matter of days, half of the world's population was either dead or turned. The government collapsed, TV and radio stations shut down, and everyone was left to fend for themselves. Kelley lost everything in the beginning. Her family, her house, even her small hometown in the state of Georgia. So she decided to leash up her dog, a Belgian Malinois named Bud, gather some supplies, and head towards Atlanta. She encounters a small group along the way. Survivors just like her, with stories and losses of their own. She soon becomes close to them, feeling like she has found another family, and she will do anything to protect them. This is a story of lost, love, survival, and surprises. The world doesn't care that you are alone, doesn't care if you're hungry, and doesn't care that death lurks around every corner. The undead feed on the living and the living can't be trusted. As the days pass and the world she knew was gone, she keeps a record of everything that has happened since first night. In a world where previous history is long forgotten, Kelley believes it is necessary to write down her journey and keep track of all things apocalyptic, so that maybe one day it will help others learn how to survive... and not make the same mistakes she has. So, let's start at the beginning.

The Grimes twins were inseparable since birth. Raising hell with Shane Walsh all through grade school till graduation when the boys became cops and (Y/n) joined the military. Then the world went to shit, the dead rose reclaiming the world. Now (Y/n) is fighting tooth and nail to keep the survivors of her group- of her family alive... All of it without her twin brother. Yet, a certain crossbow wielding, motorcycle riding redneck seems to help her in more ways than she ever thought possible. Can love save her from this twisted nightmare they now call life? Or will her ruthless past be her down fall in the apocalypse she now finds herself in? Don't forget to vote!❤️ ~Highest Ranking Tags~ #1 in Daryl Dixon x Reader #1 in Daryl Dixon Fanfiction #1 in Daryl Dixon #1 in Daryl #1 in TWD Fanfiction #1 in TWD Love Story

Daryl Dixon x Reader DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN THE WALKING DEAD OR ITS CHARACTERS. I ONLY OWN MY CHARACTERS AND SOME OF THE PLOT AND DIALOUG I MAKE UP! They did everything together. One day they get into a fight where words are said. Words that will stick with them for years to come. The world falls apart, and the dead come back and attack the living, leaving the world in complete chaos and destruction. What happens when they end up at the same camp of survivors at an old abandoned quarry just a few miles outside of the city?

I leaned my forehead against the cool wood. I closed my eyes while tears slipped past my closed lids, hoping and praying everything was just a dream. Oh this was just the beginning.

From the moment the apocalypse began, Ella has fought to protect her two-year-old son, Ian, while staying with a small group of survivors. Together, they've endured the unthinkable: relentless attacks by the undead "walkers," devastating losses, and the constant struggle to find safety in a crumbling world. Despite the chaos, Ella has found strength in the bonds formed with her group, particularly with Daryl Dixon, a rugged and reserved man whose survival skills are matched only by his fiercely guarded heart. As time passes, Ella finds herself drawn to Daryl in ways she didn't expect. His quiet acts of kindness toward her and Ian reveal a softer side beneath his gruff exterior, and their connection deepens as they navigate the challenges of life on the road. Together, Ella and Daryl must balance the intensity of their feelings with the harsh realities of survival. With Ian's safety always at the forefront of their minds, they embark on a journey of love, resilience, and hope, discovering that even in the bleakest times, a chance at happiness is worth fighting for.

Adrianna Torres has been good friends with Daryl Dixon since they were teenagers. Ever since they met they have been nearly inseparable. When the dead start to walk they struggle with having to come face to face with fear, evil, loss, and betrayal. Will they be able to maintain their relationship or will all the heartache strain it beyond repair? Daryl Dixon x OC - My best rankings: #1 daryl (1/09/25) #1 daryldixonfanficton (1/22/25) #4 thewalkingdead (1/14/25)