Five Disturbing Dark Fics

Oct. 31st, 2013 05:36 pm
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Others before me have shared their favorite creepy tales, but since I'm sort of known for my taste for evil, it made sense for me to weigh in with my own selections: five tales which definitely do NOT explore the lighter side of life in Sunnydale. Also, these stories carry warnings for good reason. Heed them.

1) Twitch by [livejournal.com profile] spuzz: This is not fluffy Spander in any way, shape, or form. Instead, what you have is a portrait of Spike going off the rails and taking Xander on a very bad ride.

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Five 2011 Buffyverse Videos

Jan. 11th, 2012 06:12 pm
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Five 2011 Buffyverse Videos

Jan. 11th, 2012 06:12 pm
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Five Rare pair Vampire and Human Fics

Oct. 31st, 2011 02:21 pm
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Future Imperfect (Lilah/Spike) 
A year in the life of Lilah and Spike, in which there is meaningless sex, onion rings, more sex, falling in love, adultery, a catfight with Buffy, and an unexpected happy ending that may or may not be happy. 
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Five Rare pair Vampire and Human Fics

Oct. 31st, 2011 02:21 pm
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Future Imperfect (Lilah/Spike) 
A year in the life of Lilah and Spike, in which there is meaningless sex, onion rings, more sex, falling in love, adultery, a catfight with Buffy, and an unexpected happy ending that may or may not be happy. 
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5 Fics Featuring AtS Female Characters (Because They Rock)

Nov. 1st, 2009 06:19 pm
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Believe it or not, some of my favorite AtS characters were actually the minor female characters that were introduced on the show. Kate, Lilah, Justine and Gwen (who sadly is not represented in this list) were all so against type in comparison to Joss's usually kick ass or tragically human (and easily disposable) ladies. Below are a number of excellent fics that highlight these interesting women, both their strengths and their weaknesses. If anyone knows of other great minor AtS female character fics, I'd love it if you dropped some links in the comments.

1. No Oceans Left by Thuvia Ptarth
Justine//Wesley, R, AtS Season 4
Summary: Even when the bars are gone, she's still a prisoner.

Review: This fic is a wonderful psychological character study into the mind of Justine during and after her captivity. Her traumas and twisted motivations are explored with knife edge precision. It's dark, gritty, seedy and real and stays very true to the noir tone of the series itself. Wesley's characterization is also out of this world. Justine may be broken, but she made sure that Wesley would be too as soon as she put the blade to his throat.

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5 Fics Featuring AtS Female Characters (Because They Rock)

Nov. 1st, 2009 06:19 pm
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Believe it or not, some of my favorite AtS characters were actually the minor female characters that were introduced on the show. Kate, Lilah, Justine and Gwen (who sadly is not represented in this list) were all so against type in comparison to Joss's usually kick ass or tragically human (and easily disposable) ladies. Below are a number of excellent fics that highlight these interesting women, both their strengths and their weaknesses. If anyone knows of other great minor AtS female character fics, I'd love it if you dropped some links in the comments.

1. No Oceans Left by Thuvia Ptarth
Justine//Wesley, R, AtS Season 4
Summary: Even when the bars are gone, she's still a prisoner.

Review: This fic is a wonderful psychological character study into the mind of Justine during and after her captivity. Her traumas and twisted motivations are explored with knife edge precision. It's dark, gritty, seedy and real and stays very true to the noir tone of the series itself. Wesley's characterization is also out of this world. Justine may be broken, but she made sure that Wesley would be too as soon as she put the blade to his throat.

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5 Fics About Blood in the Buffyverse

Nov. 1st, 2009 05:09 pm
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Blood has always been an important element in the supternatural and magical context of the Buffyverse. As Spike says in The Gift, "It's always got to be blood. Blood is life. Why do you think we eat it? It's what keeps you going. Makes you warm. Makes you hard. Makes you other than dead." And, yet, on a show where blood was central to the conflict between vampires and humans/Slayers, as takers and givers of the substance, there was a limited amount of screen time dedicated to it. The following character studies delve into the symbolism and importance of blood on a personal level for both the human and vampire characters on the show. A number of these stories refer to or incorporate menstruation, so please be aware of that if the topic quicks you.  

1. Grown by Prophecy Girl
Buffy, PG-13, assorted seasons
Summary: Buffy comes full circle.

Review: It's amazing how much can be said in just 425 words. This wonderful character study takes blood as the key symbol in Buffy's evolution from Girl to Slayer and uses it to dramatic and insightful effect. It seems that the nature of the beast is born from within. 

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5 Fics About Blood in the Buffyverse

Nov. 1st, 2009 05:09 pm
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Blood has always been an important element in the supternatural and magical context of the Buffyverse. As Spike says in The Gift, "It's always got to be blood. Blood is life. Why do you think we eat it? It's what keeps you going. Makes you warm. Makes you hard. Makes you other than dead." And, yet, on a show where blood was central to the conflict between vampires and humans/Slayers, as takers and givers of the substance, there was a limited amount of screen time dedicated to it. The following character studies delve into the symbolism and importance of blood on a personal level for both the human and vampire characters on the show. A number of these stories refer to or incorporate menstruation, so please be aware of that if the topic quicks you.  

1. Grown by Prophecy Girl
Buffy, PG-13, assorted seasons
Summary: Buffy comes full circle.

Review: It's amazing how much can be said in just 425 words. This wonderful character study takes blood as the key symbol in Buffy's evolution from Girl to Slayer and uses it to dramatic and insightful effect. It seems that the nature of the beast is born from within. 

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Short But Sweet: Five Classic One-Shots

Oct. 27th, 2006 10:42 pm
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Sometimes you don't have time to read a lengthy, multi-chapter fic. But that doesn't mean you want to skimp on quality. The following five stories give you all the pleasure in less than half the time:

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Short But Sweet: Five Classic One-Shots

Oct. 27th, 2006 10:42 pm
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Sometimes you don't have time to read a lengthy, multi-chapter fic. But that doesn't mean you want to skimp on quality. The following five stories give you all the pleasure in less than half the time:

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5 things I didn't expect in 2005--and loved.

Jan. 11th, 2006 05:52 pm
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5 things that I enjoy and hope you might as well. Take a peek.

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5 things I didn't expect in 2005--and loved.

Jan. 11th, 2006 05:52 pm
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5 things that I enjoy and hope you might as well. Take a peek.

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Five Favorite WIPs - Regardless of Pairing

Jan. 10th, 2006 12:11 pm
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Many thanks to [livejournal.com profile] lillianmorgan and [livejournal.com profile] yourlibrarian; this is a great idea!

It's really difficult for me to (1) choose five favorites, and (2) limit that to material created this year, but here goes, in no special order:
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Five Favorite WIPs - Regardless of Pairing

Jan. 10th, 2006 12:11 pm
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Many thanks to [livejournal.com profile] lillianmorgan and [livejournal.com profile] yourlibrarian; this is a great idea!

It's really difficult for me to (1) choose five favorites, and (2) limit that to material created this year, but here goes, in no special order:
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Top 5 Essential Angel Texts for New Writers

Dec. 30th, 2005 10:13 pm
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Top 5 Newbie Necessities: Angel

Angel is a deceptively difficult character to capture. So, if you're new to Buffyverse fanfiction and getting ready to jump into the writing fray, haud yer whist for a bit and read these Essential Texts first. These writers set the standard for true Angel voices, and bring a fully fleshed Angel to the page that meets and sometimes exceeds the Angel brought to us by ME.

Mods: I'm fracturing the rules a bit because some of these weren't written this year, but since I joined the fandom this year, I figure that fills the requirement. ETA to add ratings.
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Top 5 Essential Angel Texts for New Writers

Dec. 30th, 2005 10:13 pm
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Top 5 Newbie Necessities: Angel

Angel is a deceptively difficult character to capture. So, if you're new to Buffyverse fanfiction and getting ready to jump into the writing fray, haud yer whist for a bit and read these Essential Texts first. These writers set the standard for true Angel voices, and bring a fully fleshed Angel to the page that meets and sometimes exceeds the Angel brought to us by ME.

Mods: I'm fracturing the rules a bit because some of these weren't written this year, but since I joined the fandom this year, I figure that fills the requirement. ETA to add ratings.
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My Top Five 2005 WIPs I’m Dying to See Again

Dec. 20th, 2005 07:02 pm
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Non-LJ life affects us all. I always wonder where our fan fic writers find the time and creativity to write all the great stories they give us. Sometimes, for one reason or another, WIPs take a back seat. Personal life, medical reasons, family, the muse took a vacation, or even less than kind feedback can cause a WIP to put aside until another day. This post is not to criticize or beg for updates. It’s just a way for me to say to the writers: Take your time. We’re still here. And when you’re ready to write it again, we’re eagerly awaiting with support and adoration. We love your story.

And for the readers out there, these are still amazing and spellbinding stories even though they’re not finished yet. Read ‘em. Get hooked! And watch for the new chapters!

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My Top Five 2005 WIPs I’m Dying to See Again

Dec. 20th, 2005 07:02 pm
[identity profile] so-sharlemaine.livejournal.com
Non-LJ life affects us all. I always wonder where our fan fic writers find the time and creativity to write all the great stories they give us. Sometimes, for one reason or another, WIPs take a back seat. Personal life, medical reasons, family, the muse took a vacation, or even less than kind feedback can cause a WIP to put aside until another day. This post is not to criticize or beg for updates. It’s just a way for me to say to the writers: Take your time. We’re still here. And when you’re ready to write it again, we’re eagerly awaiting with support and adoration. We love your story.

And for the readers out there, these are still amazing and spellbinding stories even though they’re not finished yet. Read ‘em. Get hooked! And watch for the new chapters!

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Five pieces of favorite animated non-lj art.

Dec. 18th, 2005 08:36 pm
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I'd like to share some art by non lj friends. It was all made for my use on forums. Icon and banners, all animated. Forums can offer the chance to do more effects with animation works than lj does with icons. I know since I struggle to make animated icons for lj! *g* Not work safe. Spangel, spuffy, spander, Angel/Fred, spara, spred. Dial uppers beware, these might be slow. I think these are kind of fun, so enjoy!

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Five pieces of favorite animated non-lj art.

Dec. 18th, 2005 08:36 pm
[identity profile] jans-intentions.livejournal.com
I'd like to share some art by non lj friends. It was all made for my use on forums. Icon and banners, all animated. Forums can offer the chance to do more effects with animation works than lj does with icons. I know since I struggle to make animated icons for lj! *g* Not work safe. Spangel, spuffy, spander, Angel/Fred, spara, spred. Dial uppers beware, these might be slow. I think these are kind of fun, so enjoy!

( Some favorite fan art made for me in 2005 )
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