Fourth Wing Sex Scenes: What Makes Them Unforgettable

Rebecca Yarros isn’t shy about delivering explicit romance. The Fourth Wing series brings readers close-up and personal to Violet and Xaden’s powerful connection, proving that fantasy and spice go hand in hand. Far from being gratuitous, these moments showcase trust, emotional growth, and their evolving bond amid a harsh and dangerous setting. You won’t just find heart-pounding adventure here—you’ll also find some serious heat.

Fourth Wing: Where the Heat Begins

Chapter 22: A Kiss Fueled by Dragon Lust

This pivotal moment occurs when Violet and Xaden are both struggling with overwhelming emotions—courtesy of their dragonstests, Tairn and Sgaeyl, who have just mated. Violet is hit with waves of telepathic lust, which she initially mistakes for her own desires. Needing air, she runs outside and finds Xaden, who is using churam, an herb that dulls emotions, to try and cope with the same feelings. Together, they attempt to focus their thoughts using a mind-palace visualization technique, but the tension is too much. Their restraint shatters into a heated kiss, a moment crackling with energy and unresolved desire. But just as quickly, Xaden stops—worried that, under the influence of their dragons’ emotions, Violet might not be able to fully consent.

Chapter 30: Lightning-Filled Passion

After weeks of smoldering tension, Violet and Xaden finally surrender to their feelings. This scene is highly sensual, with their psychic connection amplifying every sensation. Violet takes control, determined to claim what she wants, and Xaden—despite his usual restraint—can’t hold back anymore. Their passion is so intense that it literally sparks magic, with Violet’s lightning powers surging uncontrollably, unleashing a storm over Basgiath. The aftermath? A raw, vulnerable moment where Xaden finally reveals the scars on his back, a permanent reminder of the Rebellion and everything he’s endured.

Chapter 32: Love Confessions on the Parapet

Violet chooses the most dramatic setting possible—the parapet—to confess her love for Xaden. This moment isn’t just about words; it’s about her willingness to take a risk, both emotionally and physically. Xaden reassures her that his feelings are real, and what follows is another unforgettable, lightning-charged encounter. The physical intimacy in this chapter isn’t just steamy—it’s symbolic of how deeply they trust each other, even as the world threatens to tear them apart.

Iron Flame: When Things Get Even Hotter

If Fourth Wing turned up the heat, Iron Flame practically sets the pages on fire. Violet and Xaden’s relationship evolves, the stakes skyrocket, and their physical connection deepens into something even more intense.

Mild Heat Moments:

• Chapter 12 (US 116-118 | Ebook 156-158) – A tease of what’s to come, giving readers a taste of the chemistry simmering between Violet and Xaden.
• Chapter 20 (US 190-191 | Ebook 243-245) – The tension is palpable, but things stay controlled, focusing on the emotional depth of their connection.
• Chapter 60 (US 571-572 | Ebook 695-697) – This scene flirts with full-on spice but stops just short, keeping the anticipation high.

Full-On Spicy Scenes:

• Chapter 27 (US 249-254 | Ebook 313-322) – Passion ignites in Samara, where Violet and Xaden are reunited in a moment of raw, desperate need. The stakes are higher than ever, and their emotions explode into an intense and deeply satisfying scene.
• Chapter 37 (US 338-342 | Ebook 420-424) – After a dramatic meeting with rebel leadership, Violet and Xaden find solace in each other. The tension, the trust, the fire—this is one of the book’s most emotionally charged moments.
• Chapter 48 (US 459-462 | Ebook 561-566) – Despite lingering trust issues, they fall into each other once again. This scene highlights the balance of dominance, vulnerability, and deep love that defines their relationship.

Yarros doesn’t just write spice for the sake of it—each scene serves a purpose, deepening Violet and Xaden’s bond and pushing their relationship into new, dangerous, and passionate territory.

Onyx Storm: The Spiciest Installment Yet

If Iron Flame tests the limits, Onyx Storm completely obliterates them. The third book in the Fourth Wing series delivers not only gut-wrenching emotional turmoil but also scorching intimate moments.

Mild Heat Moments:

• Chapter 12 – More tension than steam, but still contributes to the slow-burn intensity.

Spicy Chapters:

• Chapter 3 – A surprising early scene that immediately sets the tone for Violet and Xaden’s turbulent, passion-fueled relationship.
• Chapter 18 – The slow burn builds to an unbearable level, pushing emotional and physical boundaries.
• Chapter 25 🥵 – Unforgettable. Emotionally charged and physically intense, this moment marks a turning point in their connection.
• Chapters 48 & 49 🥵 – The climax (pun intended) of Onyx Storm’s steamiest moments. In Chapter 48, Xaden arrives and shares a desperate, heated kiss with Violet, trying to slow his venin transformation. In Chapter 49, they take things further in an intense, no-holds-barred moment that solidifies their trust and passion for each other.

If Fourth Wing was about discovering passion and Iron Flame was about testing its limits, Onyx Storm is about fighting for it—through fire, through war, and through the kind of intimacy that shatters everything else around them.

Is Fourth Wing Smutty? Absolutely (And We Love It)

Let’s get straight to the point: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm are spicy in all the best ways. The intimacy is explicit, emotional, and seamlessly woven into the high-stakes fantasy plot. Rebecca Yarros doesn’t shy away from letting her characters explore their passion, and she does it in a way that enhances the emotional weight of the story.

So, whether you’re rereading for the steamy moments or gearing up for Onyx Storm, one thing is certain—Rebecca Yarros knows how to write unforgettable romance.