12 Nesta and Cassian (Nessian) Fan Art Pieces That Bring Their Blazing Bond to Life
Within the magical world of Sarah J Maas’ A Court of Thorns and Roses series, the clashing connection between Nesta and Cassian is a rollercoaster of pride, power, and passion.
From the instant she meets the arrogant, hulking male, Nesta can’t take her eyes off Cassian, the Illyrian general of the Night Court’s armies. Yet beneath the surface of their heated exchanges and antagonizing quips simmers an inexplicable bond, a compelling connection that neither can fully deny.
Over time, Nesta and Cassian’s relationship evolves from one of adversaries to allies, a profound shift that sets the stage for something deeper to begin to take root. What emerges is a romance born from the ashes of individual struggles, a love story that is founded on the principles of acceptance, resilience, and the courage to embrace one’s true self.
With the help and hard work of talented AI artists across the ACOTAR fandom, we were able to carefully curate 12 stunning pieces of Nesta and Cassian fan art that perfectly portray their turbulent tale of pride, power, and passion.
SPOILER WARNING: In our attempt to bring you the very best versions of your favorite characters, spoilers may inadvertently be revealed. If you haven’t finished the entire series, proceed at your own risk!
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“I’m a warrior. I’ve walked beside Death my entire life. I would be more afraid for her, to have that power. But not afraid of her. Nothing about Nesta could frighten me.”
A Court of Wings and Ruin, Chapter 23
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“I have no regrets in my life, but this. That we did not have time. That I did not have time with you, Nesta… I will find you again in the next world—the next life. And we will have that time. I promise.”
A Court of Wings and Ruin, Chapter 74
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“Is that what those smutty books teach you? That it’s only at night? It could be anytime—dawn’s first light, or when I’m bathing, or even after a long, hard day of practice.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 8
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“The first time I saw that look on your face you were still human. Still human, and I nearly went to my knees before you. Your power is a song, and one I’ve waited a very, very long time to hear, Nesta.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 15
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“Whatever you need to throw at me, I can take. I won’t break”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 18
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“Death watched him. But death had walked beside him every day of his life. So Cassian stroked his thumb along her palm and said, ‘Hello, Nes.’”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 31
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“Everyone deserves happiness. The road there isn’t easy. It is long, and hard, and often traveled utterly blind. But you keep going. Because you know the destination will be worthwhile.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 50
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“But I still don’t know how to fix myself … There’s nothing broken to be fixed.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 50
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“The music was no longer the most beautiful thing in existence. He was.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 57
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“From the moment I met you, I wanted you more than reason. From the moment I saw you in my house, you were all I could think about. And it terrified me. No one had ever held such power over me. And I am still terrified that if I let myself have you … it will be taken away.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 58
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“For it was music between their souls. Always had been. And his voice was her favorite melody”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 58
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“Nesta had loved Cassian since she’d first laid eyes on him. Had loved him even when she did not want to, even when she had been swallowed by despair and fear and hatred. Had loved him and destroyed herself because she didn’t believe she deserved him, because he was all that was good, and brave, and kind, and she loved him, she loved him, she loved him.”
A Court of Silver Flames, Chapter 74
