You ever tell yourself, “Just one more chapter,” and then suddenly it’s 4:12 AM and you’re crying over a fictional wizard boy with parental issues and a jawline that could cut glass?
Yeah. Me too.
His name? Mattheo Riddle.
And he’s about to make you forget how clocks work.
Meet the Problem: Mattheo Freakin’ Riddle
Okay, so here’s the sitch. I wasn’t even trying to get obsessed.
One random Tuesday night, I clicked on this Wattpad fic someone posted in the comment section of a TikTok thirst trap. Next thing I know, my cat’s judging me and I’m whispering “Oh my god” like it’s a prayer.
Let’s clear the fog for the uninitiated.
Mattheo Riddle is not technically canon. He didn’t pop up in the Harry Potter books. You won’t find him in the movies. He’s a product of fanfic fever dreams, usually imagined as Voldemort’s son (or sometimes his reincarnation or long-lost nephew or… well, it gets weird).
Here’s what’s constant:
- Slytherin.
- Broody with ™Trauma Eyes™.
- Smells like firewhisky and poor decisions.
- Smirks like he knows your secrets.
Is he morally questionable? Absolutely. Is that why we stay up reading about him? Also yes.
Anyway, let’s get to why you won’t sleep for the next 72 hours.
Why You’ll Wreck Your Sleep Over Mattheo Riddle
You know that unholy mix of danger and emotional damage that makes your brain short-circuit? That’s mattheo riddle in a nutshell.
Exhibit A: The Enemies-to-Lovers Drug
Picture this:
You’re the golden child in Potions class, he’s sitting two rows back, flicking ink at your chair and calling you “sunshine” in the most sarcastic voice known to wizardkind.
You hate him.
Except you don’t.
Because now you’re both stuck in detention and he’s reading your palm with way too much eye contact.
I didn’t mean to like this stuff. It just happened.
One fic and suddenly I’m quoting his dialogue like it’s Shakespeare for degenerates.
And can we talk about how every single mattheo riddle fanfic has these tiny moments that hit harder than a bludger?
- His knuckles brush yours while reaching for a book—hello??
- He kisses you mid-argument, then pulls away like it meant nothing—rude!
- He breaks the rules just for you—ugh, fine, I’ll fall for it.
What These Fanfics Always Nail
Some things are practically law in a mattheo riddle story. Let’s list ’em, because I clearly have nothing better to do at 1:48 AM.
- ✨ Dark academia vibes: Think candlelight, leather-bound books, and forbidden corridors.
- 💔 Tragic backstory: “I never wanted to be like him.” (We cry. Every. Time.)
- 🔥 Unspoken tension: One glance across the Great Hall? I felt that in my spleen.
- 🖤 Protective chaos: He’ll hex your enemies, then act like it was no big deal. Hero complex unlocked.
The guy could literally get detention for blowing up a classroom and we’d be like “he just needs a hug.”
Also, someone tell me why every version of mattheo riddle knows how to play piano and brood in moonlight. Is that in his magical DNA?
Where to Get Your Fix (Like, Right Now)
So you’ve accepted the spiral. Here’s where to dive in:
🧡 Wattpad
Honestly? Chaos. Some fics are wild, others are surprisingly poetic. And the comments are half the fun. I once saw a full-blown fake wedding in a Wattpad comment section because Mattheo said “Good girl” ONCE.
🖤 AO3 (Archive of Our Own)
This is where the deep cuts live. You want slow burn? 120k words? Complex family curses? AO3’s gotchu.
Use tags like “Enemies to Lovers,” “Mattheo Riddle x Reader,” or my personal fave: “mutual emotional destruction.”
📱 TikTok
Not for reading, but for previews and crying about cliffhangers. #MattheoRiddleTok is basically a support group at this point.
I once watched a 15-second fan edit with Billie Eilish playing and immediately downloaded an 86-chapter fic. No regrets.
Except for the part where I forgot to eat lunch. Or shower.
A Few Must-Reads (No, Seriously)
These aren’t just recommendations. These are survival tools. Proceed with snacks.
1. “The Devil Wears Green”
Enemies to lovers. Potions class rivals. One shared bed (yes, that trope). I legit gasped when mattheo riddle told her he’d curse the stars if they hurt her.
2. “Blood on Velvet”
Set in an AU Hogwarts where dueling is illegal and Mattheo’s part of a rogue underground group. Dark. Dangerous. Delicious.
3. “Spellbound”
Less spicy, more mystery. Someone’s cursing students and Mattheo’s your reluctant ally. Think: “Sherlock Holmes but if Sherlock was hot, had rage issues, and wore Slytherin robes.”
Fun fact: I read this while eating cold pizza in bed. It paired weirdly well.
Symptoms of Riddle-Induced Delirium
I did not come out of this fandom unchanged. No one does. Here’s how you’ll know you’re in too deep:
- You dream in green and silver.
- You say “bloody hell” now. You’re not British. What is happening.
- The word “detention” makes you blush.
- You’ve imagined what his cologne smells like. (Leather, cinnamon, maybe regret.)
Also, real talk? I once called my dog Mattheo by accident. He didn’t respond. I don’t blame him.
Why This Hits Different
Alright, let’s pause the spiral for a sec.
Mattheo Riddle stories aren’t just crack-fic candy (though they absolutely are that). They’re lowkey… deep?
Like, how do you live up to a legacy built on evil? Can love really save you if you don’t want to be saved?
One time, Mattheo said, “I don’t want to be a monster, but I don’t know how not to be.” I had to put my phone down. I had to go lie in a field somewhere.
I mean, same, my guy.
Real Talk: You’re Gonna Be Sleep-Deprived
Here’s my typical timeline:
- 10:00 PM: Just one chapter.
- 12:00 AM: Whoa, plot twist. Gotta keep going.
- 2:45 AM: mattheo riddle just said “I’d burn the world for you.” Now I’m crying.
- 3:00 AM: Googling “how to marry a fictional character legally.”
Look, you might not sleep tonight. That’s just part of the ride.
But at least you’re not alone. There’s a whole army of us, up at 3 AM, collectively losing our grip over a boy who technically doesn’t even exist.
Bonus Chaos: I Tried Writing My Own Fic
Don’t judge me. I thought, “How hard can it be?”
Turns out… very.
My first draft started with: “Rain. Mud. A shovel.” (I was going for drama.) Then halfway through, I forgot my own plot and gave him wings. Literal wings.
Somewhere on page 9, mattheo riddle accidentally turned a teacup into a frog and said “oops” and I honestly respect that energy.
Moral of the story? Leave it to the experts. Or don’t. Chaos loves company.
Okay, So… What Now?
Well, now you’re in it.
You’re thinking about downloading three more fics, aren’t you? Same. I have like five tabs open.
I’d tell you to get some rest but let’s be real—you’re gonna read “just one more” until the birds start singing.
And honestly? Worth it.
Mattheo Riddle doesn’t just ruin your sleep. He ruins your standards. Your sanity. Your ability to enjoy normal books where the main guy isn’t plotting to hex someone in your honor.
And I love that for us.
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