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“Lesbian Necromancers in Space” is one hell of a way to promote a book, and Tamsyn Muir kept that promise. One of the difficult things about this series is that readers tend to finish the first two books and a) obviously want the unpublished third volume right away, and b) want a similar series. Is there really such a thing as this ridiculous, exaggerated, queer sci-fi meet fantasy series? There are no exact matches, but there are some books worth reading next if you loved Gideon the Ninth.
Of course, if you can’t let go of the Locked Tomb trilogy, you can create your own stories in this world too! Fanfiction is always rewarding fan activity, but you can make it interactive by creating an RPG in the Empire! It’s a perfect setting to give your campaign a creepy (and weird!) Tone. Besides, who can resist playing a “space fantasy crime adventure”?
The Locked Tomb trilogy is a one-of-a-kind series, but it seems to have found its audience, and its fans are thrilled! From the creepy but funny tone to the memorable characters and intriguing world, there is a lot to love in Gideon the Ninth. I did a bit of browsing on Etsy and I’m happy to say there are loads of fun Locked Tomb goodies to collect, from patches and stickers to a bespoke leather jacket! I hope you like skulls!
Let’s just start with a Gideon the Ninth T-shirt that says “One Flesh One End, Bitch”. $ 22-24
Or grab something warmer with this sweatshirt that reads “Ninth House: Death First for Vultures and Scavengers”. $ 35
This faux leather jacket, hand-painted with a skull wearing sunglasses and a quote from Gideon the Ninth, is a show stopper. $ 250
A skeleton hand has never looked so delicate and noble! These Princess of Ida earrings celebrate the Lyctor. $ 32
Show your choice of home with these skull enamel pins! They are also available as patches. $ 13 each
Unsettle those around you who haven’t read the Locked Tomb trilogy with this Careful, It’s Soup lapel pin. $ 13
Decorate your cell phone with these adorable house skull charms! $ 5
This handcrafted funko pop from Gideon the Ninth will stand out in a collection or decorate a bookcase all by itself. $ 50
This locked grave mug has both Gideon and Harrow’s grumpy faces to brighten up your morning. It is also available as a sticker! $ 14
Or maybe a wine glass is more your style! This “One Flesh, One End, Bitch” glass is available in a version with or without a stem. $ 22
Gideon the ninth patch
This Gideon and Harrow patch is the perfect way to decorate a denim jacket. $ 21
BICEPS. AND A SWORD. This is truly a Gideon the Ninth patch that unfairly targets queer women. It is also available as a sticker! $ 18
Gideon and Harrow aren’t the only Locked Tomb characters worth portraying! Here is a patch with Ianthe. $ 16
Get some Locked Tomb iron-on patches to spice up your wardrobe! $ 13
Find the Gideon the Ninth fans around you with this “Eat Me, Milk Man” patch! Confuse everyone else. $ 12
Locked grave markers
These Harrow and Gideon magnetic bookmarks come in two sizes and are available as a set or separately. $ 4-10
I love this gorgeous ninth house fanart bookmark! $ 3
This metal sign is sturdy and beautiful, illustrated with house skulls. $ 10
This bookmark is adorned with an inspirational quote from Gideon the Ninth – or what is considered inspirational in Locked Tomb: “But Gideon experienced a strong emotion: getting tired of everyone’s shit.” $ 4
This glittery Gideon the Ninth metal bookmark has an enamel skull to mark your side! $ 14
Gideon the ninth sticker
This Harrow the Ninth sticker has the same image as the mug listed earlier and is also available as a print! $ 3
Channel some of the ridiculousness of Locked Tomb with this “Griddlehark” sticker. $ 4
Another Harrowhark sticker! Glittering. $ 3
This vinyl sticker “death first for vultures and scavengers” is equally suitable as a decoration for a bullet journal (a topic from Locked Tomb ??) or as a laptop sticker! $ 2-3
These Gideon the Ninth Pride skull stickers are available in any Pride flag configuration! Or you can get smaller versions than sticker sheets. $ 3
These stickers of skeletal hands holding the middle finger aren’t exclusive to Locked Tomb, but they’re sure to be relevant. $ 3
This Gideon the Ninth vinyl decal shows off your Locked Tomb fandom with flair. $ 5
Are you still counting down the days until Alecto the ninth comes out? During the time with these 10 books like Gideon the Ninth!
