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Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2008 13:35
Hi Everyone
It occured to me the other day that this forum has lots of fic writers...I know Dahhh
But anyway this is a thread where you can promote your fics shamelessly that means if its an old one you want to revive or just give your ficcie's a decent plug!(Katsesama gave me the idea...)
A lot of time,effort and imagination goes into producing a story so here it is!!!!
Hey, maybe Springie would like to go into promotions and produce some Adverts!!!
So common fic writers...Bring it on!!!!
Teehee...I''d be happy to! I love to make movie posters for the fics!
Hmph, I think we'd need a 
thread for the ones whith unfinished ficcies. Like me!
thread for the ones whith unfinished ficcies. Like me!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2008 13:49
Well promote it anyway Amy...it might even prompt you to start finishing some of them!!!
OK Springie....I have had thoughts on a poster for Lightening...
Just let me know what you want...it doesn't take me long to do at all...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Feb 2008 16:20
Springie has done a number of fabulous promotional posters for my ficcies!
And since this is the self-promotion thread...
Burdens by Transmute Jun
International Birds of Mystery by Transmute Jun
Discovery/Recovery/Reconiciliation by Transmute Jun
Burdens by Transmute Jun
International Birds of Mystery by Transmute Jun
Discovery/Recovery/Reconiciliation by Transmute Jun
Time and Again by Transmute Jun
Exercise in Futility by Transmute Jun
Nice by Transmute Jun
Okay, that's it for now... These are not-so-smutty ones, so they need a little more promotion than, say, Inhibitions or Naughty. 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2008 16:38
TJ these are fantastic way to go!!!!
I'm loving it...Keep em coming guys and dolls...
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2008 16:38
I just love the Birds of Mystery one the best!!!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2008 16:39
Springie I really don't know what I would like for a Lightening poster...surprise me!!!
Katsesama did this for my Negotiations (and its sequel, Negotiations II: Choices) -- find it (and find out what's going on!) In the fic library today!! 
Hello!! I feel right at home on this thread...
Do I smell a DITH poster in the making??
Oh wait.
That was me.
I just farted....
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Feb 2008 20:53
Tone...Promote promote promote....what about your drawings...
They suck...... Thats what about them....... Seriously.... I saw them, they really do suck, hell Tj's gatchman stick fingers look better than the shit he draws.
*whacks damieon over the head with her sword* 
Everyone must start somewhere. We shall decide if he's any good, and we can find positives in anyone who's making the effort!
BTW, nice pecs on your new avatar. Me liiiiiikessss....
Everyone must start somewhere. We shall decide if he's any good, and we can find positives in anyone who's making the effort!
BTW, nice pecs on your new avatar. Me liiiiiikessss....
Those are freaking amazing!
I like the International Birds of Mystery one the best.
The Eagle as Austin Powers:
DO I MAKE YOU HORNY BABY? YEAH BABY YEAH!
You like Dame's eagle?? He got it from me. I told him it would look cool, and that youse guys would be all hot on it.
My Condor is sexier though......
Besides, I have an even cooler eagle reserved specifically for if I ever decide to go there....
Originally posted by Evangelina Katsesama did this for my Negotiations (and its sequel, Negotiations II: Choices) -- find it (and find out what's going on!) In the fic library today!!Oh, I haven't seen that before. Good one Katse! Why don't you try one with the Condor too!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Feb 2008 01:18
Originally posted by damieon They suck...... Thats what about them....... Seriously.... I saw them, they really do suck, hell Tj's gatchman stick fingers look better than the shit he draws.Your so mean Damieon....
Tone you have start somewhere...Hell my drawings suck at times too...but then if you don't keep doing them then you don't improve...
Dameion...that Eagle is hot!!! 
love the new avatar!
love the new avatar!
Springie you are more than welcome to come up with something for descent. Hoping to post the last part of that later (at least the last part in this section lol)
OK Springie...i think your ficcies need a good plug here!!!
So I have taken it upon myself to do it for you...please forgive me... so get out the 
and enjoy the stories...
These are all available to read on Fanfic Archives-transmute!
and enjoy the stories...
These are all available to read on Fanfic Archives-transmute!
Ebony these are great!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Feb 2008 06:28
Originally posted by damieon They suck...... Thats what about them....... Seriously.... I saw them, they really do suck, hell Tj's gatchman stick fingers look better than the shit he draws.OMG, my shame knows no bounds... Even Dameion has seen my stick figures!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Feb 2008 06:30
Originally posted by kimiko The Eagle as Austin Powers: DO I MAKE YOU HORNY BABY? YEAH BABY YEAH!Actually, that was more the Condor's line. They BOTH fulfilled the Austin role in that fic... the Eagle had the blue velvet suit for civvies and the Condor had the red velvet suit... Although they both (sort of) had smut...
Oh man... that was such a fun fic to write. Springie and I were dying coming up with ideas for it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Feb 2008 06:31
Originally posted by amyltrer Oh, I haven't seen that before. Good one Katse! Why don't you try one with the Condor too!Um, you read the sequel, right? And Eva, where's the version with the blood?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Feb 2008 06:33
Yay! I'm glad to see Springie's posters up too.
We can both post more of ours later n in the thread. Let's give others a chance at self-promotion!
Okay.
Will someone humor me with a DITH poster??
I'd love to see what you would come up with.
I don't have the resources to make one..lol
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Feb 2008 13:18
Originally posted by Firebird Ebony these are great!Springie did those i just posted them on her behalf...
Great stuff everyone.
Some of those posters Springie made I do not remember.
I may have to head over to JunsJoint and have another look.
I'll be happy to make posters for everyone...just need a little time...I have a PTA meeting to go to tonight...grrrr....
Thanks so much for posting those posters, Ebony! I kept forgetting to do it...and I have soooo many posters...I think they are fun to make...
Ok, I was sneaky...I took off as soon as the Principal saw me and came home...lol
Here ya go, Ebony...please tell me what changes need to be made... (I haven't finished the story yet...so i wasn't sure about the rating...they have any of the usual movie ratings...)
Originally posted by Firebird Springie you are more than welcome to come up with something for descent. Hoping to post the last part of that later (at least the last part in this section lol)FB, do you have Descent posted anywhere else? I want to read more of it before I do a poster for it... and Tone, I need to catch up with your latest too... I really have a lot of reading to do! I can't believe how behind I am...I think Photoshop has taken me over...lol
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Feb 2008 17:58
WOW springie!!! I love it!
Those are good, girls....
I need to make some time to read all of these...
Originally posted by Transmute JunOriginally posted by amyltrer Oh, I haven't seen that before. Good one Katse! Why don't you try one with the Condor too!Um, you read the sequel, right? And Eva, where's the version with the blood?
TJ, I read International Birds of Mystery.
All I can say is I could take this story out into the woods with me, and live for thr rest of my life...
That's how campy this thing is...
I love it!
Just when I think it can't get more ludicrous, it does..
It blows my mind.....This is hysterical.
Keep up the awesome work!!!
Evangelina
Exalted Member
posted 7 Feb 2008 23:15
Originally posted by Toneman TJ, I read International Birds of Mystery. All I can say is I could take this story out into the woods with me, and live for thr rest of my life... That's how campy this thing is...LOLOLOLOLOL!!! Springie, I just love your posters. Guys, don't forget that Springie and TJ have a lot of great screenshots (and their ficcies!) on their website: http://junsjoint.com/screencaps.html I know TJ is sitting on Gatch II and/or F screenshots. Have you posted those anywhere, TJ, or do you just tease us with them here and there? Maybe you could put some of them on the site sometime? That's a nice resource for folks who want to try this cool movie poster approach!
Originally posted by SpringieIts posted in the fic library here and I just joined that gatch archive and once I find my feet will copy stories to there also.Originally posted by Firebird Springie you are more than welcome to come up with something for descent. Hoping to post the last part of that later (at least the last part in this section lol)FB, do you have Descent posted anywhere else? I want to read more of it before I do a poster for it... and Tone, I need to catch up with your latest too... I really have a lot of reading to do! I can't believe how behind I am...I think Photoshop has taken me over...lol
Originally posted by Evangelina I know TJ is sitting on Gatch II and/or F screenshots. Have you posted those anywhere, TJ, or do you just tease us with them here and there? Maybe you could put some of them on the site sometime? That's a nice resource for folks who want to try this cool movie poster approach!Gatch F sceenshots??Ego? Wheeeeeeeereeeeeee?
Originally posted by EvangelinaOh, Eva this bloody version is better. Now I get it....she's sucking him...his blood!Originally posted by Transmute JunOriginally posted by amyltrer Oh, I haven't seen that before. Good one Katse! Why don't you try one with the Condor too!Um, you read the sequel, right? And Eva, where's the version with the blood?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Feb 2008 06:17
Originally posted by Toneman TJ, I read International Birds of Mystery. All I can say is I could take this story out into the woods with me, and live for thr rest of my life... That's how campy this thing is...ROTFL! That's one way to describe it.... but I'm glad you enjoyed it, Toneman! It was definitely something that came from my warped sense of humor. It was also the most fun I've ever had writing a fic. I basically squeezed in every joke I could except one... I was going to have a 'Mini Z' show up looking just like Dr. Zoltar... but just couldn't figure out where it would go. Men who love campy are awesome!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Feb 2008 06:19
Originally posted by Evangelina I know TJ is sitting on Gatch II and/or F screenshots. Have you posted those anywhere, TJ, or do you just tease us with them here and there? Maybe you could put some of them on the site sometime? That's a nice resource for folks who want to try this cool movie poster approach!Believe it or not, my next project (after my Valentine's fic) was supposed to be finishing my ER episode guide and getting it posted with tons of pics at junsjoint.com. Sosai X is going to help me out with that. But it has been delayed somewhat because of the upcoming romance challenge. Ah, how smut can de-rail the best of plans...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Feb 2008 06:20
Originally posted by amyltrer Oh, Eva this bloody version is better. Now I get it....she's sucking him...his blood!Yes, it's a vampire fic!
Originally posted by Transmute JunANd maybe you can even add some Happyboy pics, pleeease!Originally posted by Evangelina I know TJ is sitting on Gatch II and/or F screenshots. Have you posted those anywhere, TJ, or do you just tease us with them here and there? Maybe you could put some of them on the site sometime? That's a nice resource for folks who want to try this cool movie poster approach!Believe it or not, my next project (after my Valentine's fic) was supposed to be finishing my ER episode guide and getting it posted with tons of pics at junsjoint.com. Sosai X is going to help me out with that. But it has been delayed somewhat because of the upcoming romance challenge. Ah, how smut can de-rail the best of plans...
Originally posted by amyltrer ANd maybe you can even add some Happyboy pics, pleeease!I certainly could. But my desire to do so wanes significantly with every episode of Eagle-bashing.
Originally posted by Transmute JunOk, I'll turn to Ego/Swan piccies then. I have a few sketched, now all I need is to get back home and color them!Originally posted by amyltrer ANd maybe you can even add some Happyboy pics, pleeease!I certainly could. But my desire to do so wanes significantly with every episode of Eagle-bashing.
Looking forward to them going up Amy.
Oh, so there is somewhone who's enjoying Ego /Swan fluff, after all! 
Here is a poster for FB's Descent ficcie...is it ok?
ooh I like!
Springie its great 
Here's one for Tone...let me know what needs changing...
Ahem, is there a program you are doing these posters with?
Hope you don't mind, Eva and Katse...but the piccie and ficcie were just so wonderful I had to try another poster...
Originally posted by amyltrer Ahem, is there a program you are doing these posters with?It's a free site...Flickr...with lots of fun toys...I made the Valentines on this site, too... http://www.flickr.com/groups/flickrtoys
All I have to do now is work out how to add images to stories at ff and then I can add this to it.
I love the poster. You should make it green in the back ground...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Feb 2008 18:01
Oh, Springie, those are fabulous!!!! 
Evangelina
Exalted Member
posted 9 Feb 2008 22:30
Heck no, I don't mind! Sweeeeeeet! 
One question though..... Are Eva and Katsesama the same person? I mean , if you check at the pic, it's from Katsesama account
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Feb 2008 02:04
Originally posted by amyltrer One question though..... Are Eva and Katsesama the same person? I mean , if you check at the pic, it's from Katsesama accountEva mentioned earlier that Katsesama did the picture for her fic.
WOW! Great pics everyone! Springie, your movie posters are fantastic!!! WTG! 
Evangelina
Exalted Member
posted 10 Feb 2008 20:56
Originally posted by amyltrer One question though..... Are Eva and Katsesama the same person? I mean , if you check at the pic, it's from Katsesama accountKat does the art, I do the writing! Kinda like TJ and Springie (well, even though Springie does writing, too...)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Feb 2008 20:56
In the interests of shameless self-promotion, I am announcing that I am starting to post my latest fic, which is in answer to the Valentine's Challenge for a 'hook-up'. Enjoy!
Evolution
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Feb 2008 22:16
Wow TJ you got that typed up fast!!!
I haven't even had the chance to finish reading it...Ebony wanders off to the site to catch up on some reading
Hey TJ did you have to leave it there!
When are you posting more?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2008 06:56
Originally posted by Evangelina Kinda like TJ and Springie (well, even though Springie does writing, too...)Yes. I'm the one-dimensional one. It's Springie who has it all!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2008 06:57
Originally posted by Firebird Hey TJ did you have to leave it there! When are you posting more?Well, obviously there's more because there's no hookup... YET.
It's quite long (28 chapters IIRC) so I'll be posting a few each day. Don't worry, there will be a 'hookup' (with appropriate smut) by Valentine's.
Hmmm, in chapter 3, you have Jason call Keyop "squirt." I did that in my fic -are you referencing me? Where are my royalties?... Kidding.
"Squirt" was my pet name for my 11 year old nephew. He's a good kid, he watched all 105 episodes of the ADV Gatchaman with me (except he insisted on the dub instead of the sub). When the movie comes out in 2009, he'll be the only kid in his school who has any idea what it's about.
LOL, I like the dubs too! Does that make me a bad person? I LOVE the guy who does Joe's voice. Soooo smexy! And Jinpei's and Ryu's voices are good too. Ken and Jun are okay, and Katse's takes getting used to. The guy who does Nambu sounds a lot like Chief Anderson to me.
I believe Jason called Keyop 'squirt' and 'kid' in the BOTP eps.
Okay, here are some chapters for today.
Chapter 4
I LOVE the guy who does Joe's voice. Soooo smexy! And Jinpei's and Ryu's voices are good too. Ken and Jun are okay, and Katse's takes getting used to. The guy who does Nambu sounds a lot like Chief Anderson to me.
I believe Jason called Keyop 'squirt' and 'kid' in the BOTP eps.
Okay, here are some chapters for today.
Chapter 4
ooh now this is getting interesting..
"I believe Jason called Keyop 'squirt' and 'kid' in the BOTP eps."
Ah, I did not know that. I guess it was a 70s thing that I internalized and later brought out to inflict on my nephew.
Yes, I loved Joe's voice in the ADV dub too. After I saw some of the Gatchaman episodes from ADV, I went looking on youtube and found some clips from BOTP (since removed) and I just couldn't handle Jason's voice -it sounded so WRONG. It had been so many years, I had forgotten what he sounded like. ADV was definitely on the right track to give Joe a deeper voice, more like the original Japanese actor.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2008 10:30
Originally posted by lborgia88 Yes, I loved Joe's voice in the ADV dub too. After I saw some of the Gatchaman episodes from ADV, I went looking on youtube and found some clips from BOTP (since removed) and I just couldn't handle Jason's voice -it sounded so WRONG. It had been so many years, I had forgotten what he sounded like. ADV was definitely on the right track to give Joe a deeper voice, more like the original Japanese actor.Yes, that deep voice really sends chills down my spine...
Gooooo Condor Joe! And on the specials, the actor isn't too bad to lok at either! Nowhere near the studliness of the Condor, though.
I actually like Ronnie Schell's voice, but yes, the ADV guy (whose name escapes me at the moment) is definitely better.
Now, if you want WEIRD deja vu... watch the OAVs. THEN watch Eagle Riders! The guy who does Joe's voice on the OAVs is the same person who does Hunter in ER. The tone is different, but sometimes when Hunter gets mad, I'm thinking 'Shades of Joe!' and looking around for him, presuming that it was Joe who said that... 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2008 11:01
Originally posted by amyltrer One question though..... Are Eva and Katsesama the same person? I mean , if you check at the pic, it's from Katsesama accountDidn't you know...they are one and the same...one is female and the other male...Katse was a mutant after all..... Just Jokes girls really. *grins*one is a fic writer and the other does pics, just like Eva said.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun LOL, I like the dubs too! Does that make me a bad person?I think Joes voice is sexy in the dubs if Gatchaman as well. Jason's was too old and he sounded wingy in BOTP... Whats Smexy TJ...is that a step up from just being sexy???
Yup, smexy seem to be the new asset for the birdies
and 
and
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2008 12:37
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Didn't you know...they are one and the same...one is female and the other male...Katse was a mutant after all.....
I love it!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Feb 2008 12:38
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Whats Smexy TJ...is that a step up from just being sexy???You must have missed the other thread where Springie introduced the term! It's yummy and sexy and smutty all rolled into one! Smexy!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2008 16:16
Originally posted by lborgia88 Yes, I loved Joe's voice in the ADV dub too. After I saw some of the Gatchaman episodes from ADV, I went looking on youtube and found some clips from BOTP (since removed) and I just couldn't handle Jason's voice -it sounded so WRONG. It had been so many years, I had forgotten what he sounded like. ADV was definitely on the right track to give Joe a deeper voice, more like the original Japanese actor.Yes I so agree with you Iborgia. I do not know why I had it in my head that jason had a deeper voice than Mark. When I hear it on BOTP I flipped and cringed. I could not believe it. *How can someone with such a high timbre do a justifiable growl at the Eagle when he wants to push the red button?*
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Feb 2008 16:22
Originally posted by Transmute Jun LOL, I like the dubs too! Does that make me a bad person?TJ you have done a excellent set up for your story. Cloud sits back and waits for the next part.
Evangelina
Exalted Member
posted 11 Feb 2008 19:31
Originally posted by Transmute JunOoooooh, that's good, Ebony! Twins merged into one to make one super smart, slinky supervillain! We like that....Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Didn't you know...they are one and the same...one is female and the other male...Katse was a mutant after all.....
Yes well I'm a genius myself, so you know one genius can recognise another...
I just play it down because I don't want people to be intimidated by my sheer brilliance as a human being...
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewuser.php?uid=47
An oldie but a goodie, this is a funny fic for those who haven't read it..its not mine.
I especially like the part where she glimpses Jun getting Kens money from out of his pants with Joe helping her....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2008 06:42
I remember that one! I love it!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2008 06:43
Okay, more shameless self-promotion...
New Evolution Chapters
okay part 4 and 5 going up today and just to tease here is an excerpt from part 5
Sean leaned forward and I could feel his breath on my cheek as he whispered huskily Let me kiss you Cassie
I slowly nodded my throat tightening, my stomach somersaulting as he moved closer. Then my body seemed to be hit by electricity as his lips connected with mine. It was a gentle kiss at first but his lips teased mine and my mouth opened to him as his tongue slowly entered tasting the inside of my mouth. My head swam and a warm feeling was creeping through me and there was an ache that I had never truly experienced before.
All too soon he pulled back from me, I was breathless and confused.
Did I do something wrong?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2008 13:34
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, more shameless self-promotion... New Evolution ChaptersOh, TJ that was a mean tease. We do not want smut in dream form, we want the real thing.... I can see Cronus feels he is superiour to women. A superiour a** I believe, with an attitude like that .... What is his problem? Some woman kicked his butt at some stage?
I would say his butt was well and truly kicked by some female.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2008 15:27
Originally posted by Firebird okay part 4 and 5 going up today and just to tease here is an excerpt from part 5 Sean leaned forward and I could feel his breath on my cheek as he whispered huskily Let me kiss you Cassie I slowly nodded my throat tightening, my stomach somersaulting as he moved closer. Then my body seemed to be hit by electricity as his lips connected with mine. It was a gentle kiss at first but his lips teased mine and my mouth opened to him as his tongue slowly entered tasting the inside of my mouth. My head swam and a warm feeling was creeping through me and there was an ache that I had never truly experienced before. All too soon he pulled back from me, I was breathless and confused. Did I do something wrong?That was good...I was wondering about their relationship, its like one of those deep friendships and casual lovers situations...I have to read the whole thing now to see whats really going on between them!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2008 16:33
Originally posted by Firebird I would say his butt was well and truly kicked by some female.And we know that Cronus needs his butt kicked hard and often...
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2008 17:03
I'm procrastinating...I hate it when I do that!!!
I should be writing but I keep avoiding the chapter...its annoying me!!!
TJ thank for keeping on the right path with your beta reading and stopping me from being lazy in my story...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2008 17:06
Oh, I don't know why it's annoying you, Ebony. It's a wonderful chapter!!!!
Because I like to make sure I'm not missing things and the detailing makes sense...it's just me I think far to much on story details...(Not enough on grammar...LOL)
I tell ya if someone had me write a thesis(You know I had to ask what that was the other day...clueless!)
Then I'd be stuffed when it came to the spelling and grammar part... 
that would be me!
that would be me!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2008 17:46
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Because I like to make sure I'm not missing things and the detailing makes sense...it's just me I think far to much on story details...(Not enough on grammar...LOL) I tell ya if someone had me write a thesis(You know I had to ask what that was the other day...clueless!) Then I'd be stuffed when it came to the spelling and grammar part...That is why you find a good beta reader Ebony. Or a few of them.....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2008 18:39
Ebony, FWIW, I think you have improved significantly in that area since you first started. 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2008 19:45
TJ
Well just so CD knows I have sent chapter 29 to you...once you give the all clear I'll post it, especially for you guys...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2008 05:24
Originally posted by EbonyswanneOh good stuff Ebony. I calculate you have had almost a week since you said you would need a week or longer to write the last chapters.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Feb 2008 06:19
Okay here we go... today's chapters
woo hoo!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2008 14:28
I know CD...but I'm posting chapter 29 now and next week after TJ goes over the last chapters that I'm still detailing then you will finally see the end of my very long ficce!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2008 14:50
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne I know CD...but I'm posting chapter 29 now and next week after TJ goes over the last chapters that I'm still detailing then you will finally see the end of my very long ficce!!!Woo Hoo! More chapters. Ebony, that was not meant to be a complaint. You said a week or more and I was complimenting you on managing to achieve it. Cloud runs off to read.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Feb 2008 06:03
And today there is more!
ok I want to get hold of Cronus and rip his arms legs and anything else I can get hold of off!
Damn he is arrogant!
erm oops sorry TJ love the development here
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2008 14:08
Originally posted by Firebird ok I want to get hold of Cronus and rip his arms legs and anything else I can get hold of off! Damn he is arrogant! erm oops sorry TJ love the development hereITA with everything FB has said. Cronus does not deserve to have a son like Mark.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Feb 2008 17:17
Originally posted by Firebird ok I want to get hold of Cronus and rip his arms legs and anything else I can get hold of off!Use your imagination. I think there's one (small) dangling body part you haven't ripped off yet.
Damn he is arrogant! erm oops sorry TJ love the development here
Well, Cronus is obviously the villain in this story. And he's not out of this fic yet...
Originally posted by Transmute JunThat is the last thing I would want to touch on him!Originally posted by Firebird ok I want to get hold of Cronus and rip his arms legs and anything else I can get hold of off!Use your imagination. I think there's one (small) dangling body part you haven't ripped off yet.
I can't believe I really wrote that, let alone thought it. 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Feb 2008 18:57
TJ I'll read Evolution soon, from the first part I read it is a ficcie I can really get into, but I have to many going at once...reading,writing...
I'll let you know what I think soon...
Originally posted by Transmute JunI was well aware of that bit and planned on using one of zarks appendages to rip it off like CD I have no wish to touch it. Damn makes you wonder how that man ever met someone who was willing to have a child with him. I think I will go back to the condors name for him RB (Rat B*****d)Originally posted by Firebird ok I want to get hold of Cronus and rip his arms legs and anything else I can get hold of off!Use your imagination. I think there's one (small) dangling body part you haven't ripped off yet.Damn he is arrogant! erm oops sorry TJ love the development here
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2008 07:20
LOL, FB, I posted more chapters (sorry, no link as I'm running out of the house) but I mention that...
yay! he lost!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2008 09:43
Originally posted by Firebird yay! he lost!Did you *really* think I would let him win?
No but you might have let the arrogant S.o.b think he had a bit longer.
You do realise I have to not write anything about him for a while because otherwise I would be royally punishing him?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2008 10:46
Originally posted by Firebird No but you might have let the arrogant S.o.b think he had a bit longer. You do realise I have to not write anything about him for a while because otherwise I would be royally punishing him?That's true. He is much more of a hero in your Beginnings series.
heh I am almost regretting doing a more sympathetic reason for him not being there for his family.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Feb 2008 12:48
Originally posted by Firebird heh I am almost regretting doing a more sympathetic reason for him not being there for his family.Then I have accomplished my goal as a writer...
rotfl I am sure as a writer you have more meaningful goals than getting me to write mean things about RI
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Feb 2008 13:09
But Cronus is just as bad as RI really...
I hear stories from foster parents on how birth dads (and mum's) can be with their kids when they are in care, and he reminds me of some of the stories they tell...so thats why I don't like him much.
They want the rights to the child but not the responsibility...I feel for the kid actually...but you can't bag the mum or dad to them because they are hurting enough already.
DH and I are looking at becoming foster carers when our daughter is older, thats if we aren't successful in the pool a second time round.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Feb 2008 14:02
Originally posted by Firebird heh I am almost regretting doing a more sympathetic reason for him not being there for his family.Don't be FB. I too have more sympathy showing in my stories about Cronus, and like you are royally pissed off at Cronus in TJ's story. I will have to remember the anger I am now feeling for him, when I think about the confrontation between Mark and Cronus that occurs. Then after Cronus has been shown who is boss, I can go back to the more sympathetic and understanding character, I see him as.
ooh good idea CD especially as Cronus will be featuring in my series a bit later. hmm wonder if Sean likes target practice
*whistles innocently*
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Feb 2008 07:55
Originally posted by Firebird rotfl I am sure as a writer you have more meaningful goals than getting me to write mean things about RIWell, yes, but what I meant was that I have involved you in my story to the extent that you feel the same way about the characters that I do. I've brought you into the world of the story. Does that make sense?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Feb 2008 07:56
Originally posted by Firebird ooh good idea CD especially as Cronus will be featuring in my series a bit later. hmm wonder if Sean likes target practice *whistles innocently*lol I have been wondering how well Sean and Mark would team up...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Feb 2008 07:57
Originally posted by clouddancer Don't be FB. I too have more sympathy showing in my stories about Cronus, and like you are royally pissed off at Cronus in TJ's story. I will have to remember the anger I am now feeling for him, when I think about the confrontation between Mark and Cronus that occurs. Then after Cronus has been shown who is boss, I can go back to the more sympathetic and understanding character, I see him as.And even I can feel sympathy for the guy. I did when I read Hino's Traditions fic!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Feb 2008 08:01
Originally posted by Firebird ooh good idea CD especially as Cronus will be featuring in my series a bit later. hmm wonder if Sean likes target practice *whistles innocently*Oooooh.... I can't wait!
If anyone wants more RI bashing, this is one of my favourite fics. The whole series is good, actually.
The Secret of Red Impulse
Originally posted by Transmute JunIt does TJOriginally posted by Firebird rotfl I am sure as a writer you have more meaningful goals than getting me to write mean things about RIWell, yes, but what I meant was that I have involved you in my story to the extent that you feel the same way about the characters that I do. I've brought you into the world of the story. Does that make sense?
Originally posted by clouddancererm not sure about that one just yet.Originally posted by Firebird ooh good idea CD especially as Cronus will be featuring in my series a bit later. hmm wonder if Sean likes target practice *whistles innocently*lol I have been wondering how well Sean and Mark would team up...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And even I can feel sympathy for the guy. I did when I read Hino's Traditions fic!Thanks TJ!
Though I have to say that I think the timing of our fics is kinda funny... Here you are bashing Cronus/RI, and here I am painting an image of RI no one has ever seen before (or rarely seen before!) 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2008 13:58
Thats alright Hino in one of my ficces I made him not look too bad, he was actually a bit romantic...
I know better now..heehhee
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Thats alright Hino in one of my ficces I made him not look too bad, he was actually a bit romantic... I know better now..heehheeAnd why shouldn't we see two sides to the characters. It makes them more ROUNDED.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2008 17:42
Too right CD! 
you will need this to make TJ be nicer to him...but then that would be like Amy being nicer to the Eagle...mmm
you will need this to make TJ be nicer to him...but then that would be like Amy being nicer to the Eagle...mmm
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Feb 2008 17:53
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Too right CD!Hey, I was nicer to him!!!!! In Prom Night, Cronus actually came to accept Princess!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Feb 2008 19:57
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Too right CD!Who says I want TJ to be nicer to Cronus? I need to see both sides of his character, if she is nicer to him all the time then I will never have the passion to hate him.
Besides we all need reminding every now and then as to why he is a deadbeat dad.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2008 09:12
Originally posted by Firebird Besides we all need reminding every now and then as to why he is a deadbeat dad.LOL, too true, FB! I'm going to go post some more chapters now...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2008 09:17
Invasion of the Flowers...
(today's parts of Evolution)
*air is filled with various expletives that would make even a condor blush*
He's got some nerve!
(TJ this is moving on really well, only problem I am getting close to wanting to kill Rat bastard in ways that would make galactor proud!)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2008 10:54
Originally posted by Firebird *air is filled with various expletives that would make even a condor blush* He's got some nerve! (TJ this is moving on really well, only problem I am getting close to wanting to kill Rat bastard in ways that would make galactor proud!)I know exactly how you feel FB
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2008 12:43
Originally posted by Firebird *air is filled with various expletives that would make even a condor blush* He's got some nerve! (TJ this is moving on really well, only problem I am getting close to wanting to kill Rat bastard in ways that would make galactor proud!)
Wow, FB, I never thought I'd get that kind of reaction! I'm humbled....
Yeah and I want to let the imp out of the box to do things to him but I promised Imi I would be good!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2008 03:04
Originally posted by Transmute JunIt didn't make him a nicer person... I can't wait to start reading Evolution...but I'm so close to finishing Lightening I don't want to be distracted. Besides I want to feel I can get into it with this ficcie hanging over me...Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Too right CD!Hey, I was nicer to him!!!!! In Prom Night, Cronus actually came to accept Princess!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2008 06:01
Originally posted by Firebird Yeah and I want to let the imp out of the box to do things to him but I promised Imi I would be good!Imi, of all people, should understand Condor-like temptations...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2008 06:03
N/P, Ebony! Read it when you have time!
For anyone else who's interested, here are the next chapters.
Originally posted by Transmute Junlol Tj if only it was condor like temptation. I used to let FB the character get up to all sorts because of her background and erm abilities now she remians firmly in the box.Originally posted by Firebird Yeah and I want to let the imp out of the box to do things to him but I promised Imi I would be good!Imi, of all people, should understand Condor-like temptations...
ok read the next few and am a little confused. Cronus just betrayed the federation????
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2008 12:50
Originally posted by Firebird ok read the next few and am a little confused. Cronus just betrayed the federation????Well, he's losing it. He wants to get rid of Princess, and doesn't actually see that as being harmful to the Federation.
Originally posted by Firebird ok read the next few and am a little confused. Cronus just betrayed the federation????I see it this way FB. If my thinking is correct, Cronus is going to be killed off in another few episodes. I can not remember who killed him but it could be a federation agent sent because Cronus betrayed the Federation. ......... Okay that may not work!!! I just visited dreamerscover and this is what was written: The very next episode Mark gets the news that Cronus was killed in his sleep by a Spectra operative named Gartz when Spectra invaded Riga Gatz could be a double agent..... Or Cronus backed out on somthing he was meant to do for Spectra and was killed. Would that make you happier FB. So I see it as: Cronus is killed because of his manipulation of others.
and good riddance
Firebird
Princess Firebird..... Goddess of Swannie Fics
posted 19 Feb 2008 21:21
(edited 19 Feb 2008 21:21)
Agree there, TJ he is losing it big time.
CD if the team find out what he did he wont need to worry about Spectra because they'll kill him!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2008 06:29
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2008 13:57
I'm so tempted to go and read your ficcie TJ...
I'm struggling with my will power here...
But if get reading in the BOTP universe...sigh..
Well I wrote the ending for Lightening last night....now I just gotta go over it and then send it all to TJ to be beta read in the next few days...
Then I'm reading some ficces....and then the challenge fic!
So much to do and so little time to do it all in...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2008 14:43
LOL, it will still be there whenever you're ready, Ebony!
Oooh! Yay! Lightening!!!
I'm actually all caught up with Lightening (I can hear your gasps of shock all the way over here!). What a great story, Ebony! And after reading it's humble beginnings... I just love the progression from your original idea to what it became. WTG!!!
Now I can't wait to see how it ends! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2008 16:43
Originally posted by Hinotori Oooh! Yay! Lightening!!! I'm actually all caught up with Lightening (I can hear your gasps of shock all the way over here!). What a great story, Ebony! And after reading it's humble beginnings... I just love the progression from your original idea to what it became. WTG!!! Now I can't wait to see how it ends!Yeahhh! Now Cloud can start talking about lightning again without Hino yelling at her for giving away the story.
Yes, CD, you're gag order has been rescinded!
TJ is there more to come?
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2008 22:42
Originally posted by Hinotori Oooh! Yay! Lightening!!! I'm actually all caught up with Lightening (I can hear your gasps of shock all the way over here!). What a great story, Ebony! And after reading it's humble beginnings... I just love the progression from your original idea to what it became. WTG!!! Now I can't wait to see how it ends!I put that original version up to show being told you can do better isn't always a bad thing, it can turn into a good thing too... TJ way to go!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Feb 2008 06:23
Originally posted by Firebird TJ is there more to come?As a matter of fact, there is! The End
Oooh, I'm off the read the ending chapters...
It would be nice to see Cronus get killed, but I guess he has to survive a little longer to die in The Sky is Falling.
Edited to add: Drat, just remembered those events have already happened in your story, and he survived them...
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2008 12:30
I'll start reading it today!!!
I liked the ending bar one detail I wanted that traitor dealt with!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2008 13:44
Originally posted by Firebird I liked the ending bar one detail I wanted that traitor dealt with!I felt that way too FB! but, I guess we will have to live with it. TJ this was another excellent story as usual. You do a very good job at explaining why the characters react the way they do, even that traitor. What do you have in the works for your next ficcie? Oh yes you are working on the challenge fic.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Feb 2008 16:21
Originally posted by lborgia88 Oooh, I'm off the read the ending chapters... It would be nice to see Cronus get killed, but I guess he has to survive a little longer to die in The Sky is Falling. Edited to add: Drat, just remembered those events have already happened in your story, and he survived them...Actually, in BOTP Cronus survived the Rocket into space (unlike RI) only to be killed off camera in the Changu ep (which takes place after Fierce Flowers).
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Feb 2008 16:24
Originally posted by Firebird I liked the ending bar one detail I wanted that traitor dealt with!I was having a hard time with this myself. I had to stay in canon, so I couldn't have Cronus die or be stripped of his position. So I thought of the worst punishment I could: his son has totally rejected him, his former best friend has totally rejected him, and he has to sit there and watch Mark and Princess be happy for the rest of their lives while he's miserable. It was the best I could do, and I went through this exact topic with my beta-readers.... what would you have suggested, FB?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Feb 2008 16:27
Originally posted by clouddancer What do you have in the works for your next ficcie? Oh yes you are working on the challenge fic.Yes, I'm working on my Romance/Smut challenge fic, although it's not going along as fast as I would like. I am speaking at a conference this weekend and I have been distracted working on my presentation. Once that's done I'm going to try to finish my ER writeups and such so we can add them to Jun's Joint, and then I have another RI-bashing fic in the works. Gatch this time, because I've just done 2 big BOTP ones in a row!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2008 21:01
Ebony puts her hands over her eyes for the last two posts...
SPOILERS!!! I'M NOT READING.....I'M NOT READING
Originally posted by Transmute JunTJ you did the right thing and short of continuing into the next ep where he does die you did the best thing possible. It is a compliment really that I got so involved that I wanted him punished and shows what a talented writer you are.Originally posted by Firebird I liked the ending bar one detail I wanted that traitor dealt with!I was having a hard time with this myself. I had to stay in canon, so I couldn't have Cronus die or be stripped of his position. So I thought of the worst punishment I could: his son has totally rejected him, his former best friend has totally rejected him, and he has to sit there and watch Mark and Princess be happy for the rest of their lives while he's miserable. It was the best I could do, and I went through this exact topic with my beta-readers.... what would you have suggested, FB?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2008 05:56
Originally posted by Firebird TJ you did the right thing and short of continuing into the next ep where he does die you did the best thing possible. It is a compliment really that I got so involved that I wanted him punished and shows what a talented writer you are.Oh, I'm not offended at all! It's just that you zoomed right in on the area which had been bothering me as well. I was just curious to see if you had other opinions. And if you want him punished... I guess I'll have to write another fic about
So Cronus didn't die in The Sky is Falling? I wish I could remember Battle of the Planets better; I get it confused with the Gatch versions so easily.
Your story was wonderful. I have one question, though. Did Jason ever figure out why Princess was practically making out with him that one time in front of the door to her quarters? Did anyone explain the Rigan jitana to him?
Originally posted by Transmute JunTo be honest the only other thought that stuck in my mind was whether Mark would have confronted him about it especially after he overheard the comment, while recovering Princess.Originally posted by Firebird TJ you did the right thing and short of continuing into the next ep where he does die you did the best thing possible. It is a compliment really that I got so involved that I wanted him punished and shows what a talented writer you are.Oh, I'm not offended at all! It's just that you zoomed right in on the area which had been bothering me as well. I was just curious to see if you had other opinions. And if you want him punished... I guess I'll have to write another fic about
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2008 07:09
Originally posted by lborgia88 So Cronus didn't die in The Sky is Falling? I wish I could remember Battle of the Planets better; I get it confused with the Gatch versions so easily. Your story was wonderful. I have one question, though. Did Jason ever figure out why Princess was practically making out with him that one time in front of the door to her quarters? Did anyone explain the Rigan jitana to him?Actually, it wasn't really explained to Mark and Princess either, was it?
Jason's 'urges' wore off after a few days, so when he got back from his racing trip he was happy to see Mark and Princess together. But he certainly made for a nice motivator for Mark to get his butt in gear! Not to mention, I love to write those COndor smut scenes....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Feb 2008 07:10
Originally posted by Firebird To be honest the only other thought that stuck in my mind was whether Mark would have confronted him about it especially after he overheard the comment, while recovering Princess.In that same chapter, Mark pondered the possibility, and determied that it couldn't have been Cronus. Mark is too honorable to understand that his father could ever do that.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2008 14:35
Originally posted by Transmute JunHonorable. Is that what it is? I say he likes to see the good in everyone, until they prove to him they are not "good".Originally posted by Firebird To be honest the only other thought that stuck in my mind was whether Mark would have confronted him about it especially after he overheard the comment, while recovering Princess.In that same chapter, Mark pondered the possibility, and determied that it couldn't have been Cronus. Mark is too honorable to understand that his father could ever do that.
Okay, I guess I can do some shameless self promotion. I have a new fic up at Gatchfanfic.com, titled "Guinevere." It's rated adult, so you have to be registered there to read it.
Sadly, I'm not that shameless enough to promote my own fics. It's very scary to promote slash. Sowwy!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2008 02:02
Originally posted by lborgia88 Okay, I guess I can do some shameless self promotion. I have a new fic up at Gatchfanfic.com, titled "Guinevere." It's rated adult, so you have to be registered there to read it.This sounds promising!!! Ebony wonders over to the Archives...
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2008 02:35
OK i just got back from Archives...and I was left breathless for reading such a wonderful story Iboriga!!! I going to find some tissues...I'll be back soon.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2008 06:08
It is a terrific story, LB!
Thanks, Ebony, TJ!
If it's any good, you share some of the credit, TJ. Wasn't it about a month ago that I asked you to read my unfinished fic, whining that I'd written everyone into a miserable situation and had then stalled? It was your feedback that helped me finish it.
I still find myself in a situation like Ebonys. I must continue my own story before being wrapped so sweetly and tightly in others great fics. My thought is, I won't match up to most, still I feel the need to add to the pot if I am to take(read) from the pot.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2008 06:47
Whining, oh no.... not at all! You just told me you wanted me to read your fic and then left me at the edge of the cliff. 
But I will gladly take credit for yo uto finsih it. Everyone knows I am the big 
around here.
But I will gladly take credit for yo uto finsih it. Everyone knows I am the big around here.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2008 06:51
lborgia
I love this story. So emotional and angsty.
I really enjoy your writing style and how you can make me feel these
emotions and angst.
Originally posted by gatchgirl My thought is, I won't match up to most, still I feel the need to add to the pot if I am to take(read) from the pot.With regard to not matching up, don't feel that way! Everything we do in this world, there will always be people who do it better. But the way I see it, all us fic-writers here are pretty much in the same boat together -sharing our fics, encouraging each other, and trying to improve our writing. It's not a contest. No matter what you think of your writing (and I guarantee it's better than you think it is -we are always our own harshest critics), I'd like to read it, in large part because it fascinates me to see how everyone interprets and depicts Gatchaman differently. That's a big part of the fun of fanfiction in general. With regard to "adding to the pot," I feel the same way. One of the reasons I first tried writing fics was because I felt guilty that I was reading every Gatch fic I could find, but I wasn't giving anything back.
I'm with LB. There will always be someone out there better than you are, but as long as people enjoy reading your fics, you have an audience, and that's what's important.
And GG, I've read your fics, and I DO enjoy reading them!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And GG, I've read your fics, and I DO enjoy reading them!Where can I find your fics, Gatchgirl? I'd like to read them too.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2008 12:14
She posted a couple on the Clubhouse. And Snowbound: Condor is on the Archives.
Oh, I've read "Snowbound: Condor" -I really liked it! I read it at fanfiction.net, where it's under a different penname.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 May 2008 13:58
GG likes to use a different name at every site.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2008 15:23
KWYM ....GG- I get those feeling at times, they're more habit than anything else.
Its not because I feel like I'm competing with other writers,it's the opposite, I so new at this and I have much to learn.(Writing skills... up until a year ago stories happened only in my imagination, but they were never written down. My writing skill were very basic...shamefully basic...but they're gradually improving.)
Really I just want to produce something worth reading and I figure I can only improve.
Its motivating to keep doing it. Reading other peoples work.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 May 2008 16:37
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm with LB. There will always be someone out there better than you are, but as long as people enjoy reading your fics, you have an audience, and that's what's important. And GG, I've read your fics, and I DO enjoy reading them!I have really enjoyed reading your fics as well GG, but I do understand the not wanting to read other peoples stories while writing thing. A little anyways. My problem is I would never write because I am always reading. My worry is, after reading I am introducing too many elements from other peoples stories into my Universe. But my reading also confirms, in some ways, that what I see/saw from the show other people saw as well. (I am not the only one)
I've have to try and get more flow into my writing...I found I over used words at times... AND that only comes with practice to improve.
I try to remember that everyone has their own style, it works because it comes from that person....and its not better or worse just is.
Originally posted by lborgia88 Okay, I guess I can do some shameless self promotion. I have a new fic up at Gatchfanfic.com, titled "Guinevere." It's rated adult, so you have to be registered there to read it.I have also put my new fic up at fanfiction.net http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1570064/lborgia88
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 May 2008 14:33
Whoo hoo! Go LB!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Whoo hoo! Go LB!Yes, I am truly shameless now. This morning, I managed to figure out how ff.net works, without too much trouble. I love the way it automatically converts your fics from Word format -no more saving fics as plain text, reopening them in Wordpad, and putting in all the and manually to get italics! So, TJ, you say that you can just copy and paste the text of a fic from ff.net into Gatchfanfic, and then just submit it? That will save time.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 May 2008 18:12
It works for me... just make sure to check it before you just assume...
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 May 2008 19:07
I just upload word docs to F.Fic net... I hardly have to change anything then...
The only thing that ff.net did, I was using little rows of asterixes, ********, to separate sections in my fics, and it made them disappear when it converted the docs to stories. Does it not like asterixes? I put in little rows of zeros, 000000, instead.
Yeah, it doesn't like asterixes or extra spaces. I use a row of 8s 88888 instead of the asterixes.
ETA It also doesn't like @ symbols because it thinks those are email addresses. Same for anything that looks like a web address.
Thanks for all of the encouraging words everyone.
IB , TJ is right, I tend to use many alias online, sometimes thats a bad thing cause I have a hard time keeping up with who I am.
Ebony, I have found that when I reread my chapters, I start the paragraphs with the same word. Too numerous to want to admit, so I have to try and rethink of a way to change it.
IB, I will hopefully get my latest fic done sometime soon. I've tried to adopt a rule that a great friend and fellow writer uses. Not post a fic (in too many places) without being finished. Since my very first fic is well over two years old now, and is far from being over, the rule seems to be needed. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 May 2008 06:22
Just so you all know, GG has a great Halloween ficcie she has been working on. Perhaps if we encourage her she can get it done for this year....
This year would be great... would hate to see another Halloween go by without it!
Encourage, encourage, encourage Gatchgirl to finish her fic...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2008 18:48
Originally posted by gatchgirl This year would be great... would hate to see another Halloween go by without it!Well we could always challenge each other again GG, but I would be afraid "I" would be the one not meeting the challenge this time. Although I was doing more research tonight for my next chapter.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 May 2008 00:40
Originally posted by lborgia88 The only thing that ff.net did, I was using little rows of asterixes, ********, to separate sections in my fics, and it made them disappear when it converted the docs to stories. Does it not like asterixes? I put in little rows of zeros, 000000, instead.I made that mistake...I'm still fixing it in one of my ficcies on that site...
CD, I wouldn't put it past me to be the one to not come through. Maybe if the weather doesn't cooperate!
My latest fic, "Knight-Errant", that follows after "Guinevere" and "Uneasy Lies the Head that Wears the Crown" is finished (finally!).
It's here, at ff.net:
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4900704/1/Knight_Errant
and here, at the Archives (and it's rated Adult, so you have to be logged in here to read it:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=904&ageconsent=ok&warning=4
trideegurl2
Honoured Member
posted 3 Mar 2009 21:34
wow i wish i had y'all writing talents...and i was looking to read some fics the other day on here, but i was too overwhelmed by how many there were.... i couldnt pick
lookn for some Condor Joe(duh) stuffiness
can anyone point me in the right direction? some of the posters help!!! XD
awesomeness Springie!
can anyone point me in the right direction? some of the posters help!!! XD
awesomeness Springie!
Its a GREAT story and series Iboriga88 has lots of talent and it shows in how she's artfully ended the series....(or am I mistaken...
Nahhh you ended it, but then you could do a follow on series....
Nahhh you ended it, but then you could do a follow on series....
I havent done anything of late, working on my `Silmarrillion` fics (Tolkiens early mythos, Hobbit and fluff free so Tengu safe.) But thats a difficult area to work in, intricate canon (and counter canon, some characters got their histories rewritten and there are areas in which Tolkien is `not` reliable at all)
And the language barrier....Ah, the language barrier...
Its a very rewarding place though.
But there will be more of the Feral Boy, I promise...I just have to write a supernova.
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Its a GREAT story and series Iboriga88 has lots of talent and it shows in how she's artfully ended the series....(or am I mistaken...Thanks! I haven't ruled out adding another story, but I currently don't have any ideas/plans for one.
Originally posted by Tengu I havent done anything of late, working on my `Silmarrillion` fics (Tolkiens early mythos, Hobbit and fluff free so Tengu safe.) But thats a difficult area to work in, intricate canon (and counter canon, some characters got their histories rewritten and there are areas in which Tolkien is `not` reliable at all)I agree -definitely NO fluff in the Silmarillion, but lots and lots of epic tragedy, war, heroism and treachery (which I love -my softcover copy is held together with tape, I've read it so many times). I know what you mean about characters' histories getting rewritten; if I recall, JRRT had several versions of who Celeborn was and where he came from, and there were others too... I guess I'm overdue for a re-read. I would love to read your Silmarillion fics, Tengu!
shamrokchick
Forum Legend
posted 4 Mar 2009 08:08
I would imagine you would have to read the Silmarillion several times to get all the names and realtions straight... I started it a few months ago and was overwhelmed by all the names... I haven't given up though!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Mar 2009 08:15
Originally posted by trideegurl2 lookn for some Condor Joe(duh) stuffinessThen you really need to read these LB fics! Start with Guinevere! Soooo goood... LB, this latest fic rocks! ANd sooo swoony... and angsty... and swoony... Did I mention swoony?
Aw Shucks, Iborgia, Im only just starting...
After the Silm reading about some old coots birthday party was a bit of a comedown...
And Frodo would never have dared go near Lothlorien if he had known about Galadriels (oft whitewashed) history.
Shamrok Chick, you might like to try the recent `Children of Hurin` book, its a tale from the Silm but with more characterisation and novelistic conventions.
And its got pictures...
...Coloured ones.
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd, Tridee, TJ's "Inhibitions" and "Burdens" feature Condor Joe in the lead role (and "Inhibitions" has some marvelous smut!).Originally posted by trideegurl2 lookn for some Condor Joe(duh) stuffinessThen you really need to read these LB fics! Start with Guinevere! Soooo goood... LB, this latest fic rocks! ANd sooo swoony... and angsty... and swoony... Did I mention swoony?
Originally posted by Tengu And Frodo would never have dared go near Lothlorien if he had known about Galadriels (oft whitewashed) history.Heh! Let's see... she joined Feanor's rebellion against the Valar (if not the attack on Aqualonde) and, IIRC, was one of the elves forbidden by the Valar to return to Valinor at the end of the First Age. Oh, and her father Finarfin is the High King of the Noldorin elves in Valinor and she's several thousand years old by the time Frodo meets her... Stick with the book, if you can, Shamrokchick -and there are lots of helpful guidebooks to Tolkien's world that list all the places, characters and events (I think I own about three different ones).
shamrokchick
Forum Legend
posted 4 Mar 2009 20:44
Originally posted by Tengu Shamrok Chick, you might like to try the recent `Children of Hurin` book, its a tale from the Silm but with more characterisation and novelistic conventions. And its got pictures... ...Coloured ones.Hmm... I've seen that one before but never read it. But I do like novels and pictures
, so I will look into it.
shamrokchick
Forum Legend
posted 4 Mar 2009 20:47
Originally posted by lborgia88Spring Break is coming up so I'll actually have a chance to read some more of it.Originally posted by Tengu And Frodo would never have dared go near Lothlorien if he had known about Galadriels (oft whitewashed) history.Heh! Let's see... she joined Feanor's rebellion against the Valar (if not the attack on Aqualonde) and, IIRC, was one of the elves forbidden by the Valar to return to Valinor at the end of the First Age. Oh, and her father Finarfin is the High King of the Noldorin elves in Valinor and she's several thousand years old by the time Frodo meets her... Stick with the book, if you can, Shamrokchick -and there are lots of helpful guidebooks to Tolkien's world that list all the places, characters and events (I think I own about three different ones).
I waited until I was closer to the end before I started promoting the last part of the series. I'm almost there so I'll be posting more on a regular basis soon in the next week, but I have a fair amount posted already so there's enough to keep anyone who's read the other two stories going.
(Iborgia posted her link the same day i was going to, so I wanted to give her a chance to promote it without me coming in.. at the same time because her story is worth reading!)
A tangled web of life
Part 3
Reconciliation
Extract.
Set in Gatchaman Fighter;
Jun pulled away slightly to as something caught her eye over in the far corner of the room hidden under the window curtain. Ken followed her gaze to an empty open box, and then she quickly scanned the room.
Someones been in here& Juns voice became cautious. She stood up and walked over and picked up the box and her face turned white as a sheet.
What was in that box? Ken asked joining her.
Pictures of Dyami' a letter from Natasha and Matt about his milestones. Juns eyes widened with fear. And this& She held up a small symbol of Galactor. Ken pursed his lips and felt his hands becoming sweaty at the implications of what that symbol meant. At the same time they held up their hand to their face. Bird go&
The sound of clanging pots jolted them out of their thoughts as they both dashed towards the stairs.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=853
March is turning into a good month for reading! Thanks for new stuff lb and ebony! if I can make it past tech this week I am looking forward to a weekend of gatchafic. can't wait.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2009 06:45
Originally posted by lborgia88 My latest fic, "Knight-Errant", that follows after "Guinevere" and "Uneasy Lies the Head that Wears the Crown" is finished (finally!). It's here, at ff.net: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4900704/1/Knight_Errant and here, at the Archives (and it's rated Adult, so you have to be logged in here to read it: http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=904&ageconsent=ok&warning=4Some how I miss when you posted this link, but I saw you story over on the archives. It is a very enjoyable read LB. I am looking forward to seeing more of your work.
Heh! Let's see... she joined Feanor's rebellion against the Valar (if not the attack on Aqualonde) and, IIRC, was one of the elves forbidden by the Valar to return to Valinor at the end of the First Age. Oh, and her father Finarfin is the High King of the Noldorin elves in Valinor and she's several thousand years old by the time Frodo meets her...Yes, she `was` at Aqualonde, (In spite of Tolkiens and the fans attempts to scrub this part of her history) All the worse for having close relatives on her mothers side...But it was Feanor who started the fight, by the time his cousins arrived it had become an all out melee and I presume Galadriel was killing mostly in self defence.
She was `not` a follower of Feanor (Hated him, he wanted to get his grubby mitts on her hair) Instead she had ambitions of ruling a kingdom of her own as she willed. (Bear in mind that though by Elf standards shes powerful, she spent a lot of time working directly for the Valar, and I suspect that she must have been rather `bottom of the pecking order`)
As a Noldor (The craftsmen of Elf society...and the ones most like to get into trouble by being too crafty) Shes a firm ally of the Dwarves, Hence her liking of Gimli (Most fanfic writers have her down as not liking the stunties, absolutley not true, she lived for a while in Khazad Dum...Without Celeborn, who rather dislikes them, since they destroyed his home and killed a lot of his people.)
Originally posted by Tengu She was `not` a follower of Feanor (Hated him, he wanted to get his grubby mitts on her hair)It really says something that she refused to give a single strand to Feanor, but gave Gimli three! Thanks for the refresher -you're clearly more up on JRRT's revisions than I am here!
Okay I've posted some more of the story for those reading it... I have about a 1/4 left to write and the series is done, (Although I'm thinking about writing the story of the aftermath 15yrs later BOTP. But I'll think about that one...)
recap since its been ages...
Set in Gatchaman Fighter;
Jun pulled away slightly to as something caught her eye over in the far corner of the room hidden under the window curtain. Ken followed her gaze to an empty open box, and then she quickly scanned the room.
Someones been in here& Juns voice became cautious. She stood up and walked over and picked up the box and her face turned white as a sheet.
What was in that box? Ken asked joining her.
Pictures of Dyami' a letter from Natasha and Matt about his milestones. Juns eyes widened with fear. And this& She held up a small symbol of Galactor. Ken pursed his lips and felt his hands becoming sweaty at the implications of what that symbol meant. At the same time they held up their hand to their face. Bird go&
The sound of clanging pots jolted them out of their thoughts as they both dashed towards the stairs.
Part III Tangled web of life series.
Reconciliation.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=853
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Mar 2009 06:51
Ebony, this is a wonderful story! I know everyone will enjoy it!
[unrecoverable text]
Congratulations! I can't wait to see how it ends!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 May 2009 08:04
This is an awesome fic series, Ebony! I'm so glad you have finished it! You did a terrific job!
Hurray!!!! I have been waiting for this one 
Have a little work to do before I can read it . . . but its good motivation for getting it done!!!
Have a little work to do before I can read it . . . but its good motivation for getting it done!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2009 19:09
Ebony glad to hear you have finished another story. This was a long one. Now you need to take some time off - or maybe start a few IF's and write something a little lighter.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 May 2009 22:10
I'll start my challenge ficcie, but not until next week.
Congratulations for finishing this fic, Ebony. I have been hooked on this series starting from the first story, and I can't wait to see how it ends.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 May 2009 22:58
I'll be postying chapters on a regular basis now, every two days.
WTG, Ebony!! You must be so proud (and relieved) to have it be completed!
Oy vey. I feel so awkward about this but here goes . . .
Ebony's songfic challenge got my imagination working and the result is posted at ff.net
Red Line Overload
(gosh that was really hard to say, I'm going to go pass out now)
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2009 05:59
GG! I written a page of my challenge ficcie!! I can't wait to read all of them. I've got the flu (not the piggy flu) so has my DH and kids, 
so I'm on here for about 10 minutes. Then off again. plus 3hrs sleep a night for a week....I can't focus...
BUT I will survive!!!
so I'm on here for about 10 minutes. Then off again. plus 3hrs sleep a night for a week....I can't focus...
BUT I will survive!!!
Oh no, Ebony! I hope you are feeling better soon!
GG, your fic is awesome! Anyone in the mood for something *hot* should go check it out!
GG, your fic is awesome! Anyone in the mood for something *hot* should go check it out!
Now I know what I am going to be doing as soon as I get home.
Can't wait.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2009 07:29
Ebony, I hope you get to feeling better soon.
I had wondered why no more chapters were appearing of your story.
Oh, Ebony, I hope you and your family feel better soon!
Gogirl, I just read your story at ff.net -you are an amazing writer! I hope you write another fic soon! I want more...
Oh, and ETA: The IF that TJ and I did back in January is now up at ff.net
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5103808/1/Executive_Decisions
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2009 14:11
Gogirl, this story was fantastic. Congratulations on finding the time to enter and submit something for the challenge.
Awww...Ebony, hon...feel better soon!
And GoGirl!! Whoa!! You are so talented! Your fic was fabulous!! I certainly hope we'll see more from you soon!!
And GoGirl!! Whoa!! You are so talented! Your fic was fabulous!! I certainly hope we'll see more from you soon!!
Thank you all for your sweet words and encouragement. I admit I was really nervous about posting it, but you are all the kindest audience a girl could hope for. I'm happy you liked it and with all of this support I would feel guilty for *not* writing another story.
Ebony - I hope you are feeling better soon - flu is miserable, any kind. And even worse with a family to juggle too. Take lots of zinc and vitamin C.
lb - got up to chapter 5 so far . . . can't wait to finish! I remember the start of this so I am excited to find the ending.
I admit I was really nervous about posting it, but you are all the kindest audience a girl could hope for. I'm happy you liked it and with all of this support I would feel guilty for *not* writing another story.
Ebony - I hope you are feeling better soon - flu is miserable, any kind. And even worse with a family to juggle too. Take lots of zinc and vitamin C.
lb - got up to chapter 5 so far . . . can't wait to finish! I remember the start of this so I am excited to find the ending.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2009 18:46
Originally posted by gogirl212 Thank you all for your sweet words and encouragement.Gogirl, I remember that nervous feeling very well from when I first posted. Yes everyone is great with their encouragement and helpful comments.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jun 2009 19:05
Originally posted by lborgia88 Oh, and ETA: The IF that TJ and I did back in January is now up at ff.net http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5103808/1/Executive_DecisionsIt's up at the Gatchfanfic Archives as well, although since it's rated M you must be logged in to read it. It has the added benefit of Springie's illustration, for your trouble!
Ebony hope you feel better soon, take care of yourself.
Gogirl - I love your response to the challenge and the way you have written this. I like the way Jun takes charge (we all know the eagle needs a little persuading some times) but in a way that suits her character.
I have to echo what others have said and say I look forward to reading more of your work.
I too was scared as heck when I started writing and it took a lot to publish things but I am so glad now looking back that I did.
Gogirl - I love your response to the challenge and the way you have written this. I like the way Jun takes charge (we all know the eagle needs a little persuading some times) but in a way that suits her character.
I have to echo what others have said and say I look forward to reading more of your work.
I too was scared as heck when I started writing and it took a lot to publish things but I am so glad now looking back that I did.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2009 22:18
Mine is BOTP...for a change... I have to do some reading soon though.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 05:05
Originally posted by lborgia88 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5103808/1/Executive_DecisionsThis is a long IF, I don't remember it. Did I miss something here? Must have been written when I was in some sort of daze.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jun 2009 06:19
Originally posted by clouddancerI believe it's entitled 'a sm... fic for Saturn'Originally posted by lborgia88 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5103808/1/Executive_DecisionsThis is a long IF, I don't remember it. Did I miss something here? Must have been written when I was in some sort of daze.
Firebird - thank you! Your encouragement means a lot and it is heartening to know that even birdie fic goddesses like you and cloud had nerves about posting too. I'm getting better though - it took Hinotori probably a week to convince me it was okay to post my first fic. I whined a little bit less this time.
cloud - Executive Decisions started as a l o n g and *luscious* IF and I remember the beginning, but I forgot the end - or I just didn't read far enough to get to the end. I think it was around the time that the lovely Saturn was trying to cut down on smut . . . if that helps to jog your memory.
lb/tj - I'm sooooo enjoying this one, can't wait to finish today . . .
Your encouragement means a lot and it is heartening to know that even birdie fic goddesses like you and cloud had nerves about posting too. I'm getting better though - it took Hinotori probably a week to convince me it was okay to post my first fic. I whined a little bit less this time.
cloud - Executive Decisions started as a l o n g and *luscious* IF and I remember the beginning, but I forgot the end - or I just didn't read far enough to get to the end. I think it was around the time that the lovely Saturn was trying to cut down on smut . . . if that helps to jog your memory.
lb/tj - I'm sooooo enjoying this one, can't wait to finish today . . .
Thank you gogirl. That does help jog my memory. And after I read the first few chapters I remembered, like you I do not remember the ending.
And I also can not believe you think I am one of this sites fic goddesses, considering I have done nothing as extensive or fulfilling as TJ, Ebony's or FB's ( and many others) fics. I don't feel like one of those goddesses, I guess that is my low self-esteem talking, I cringe and run every time I think about posting anything.
cloud - you don't need quantity to be a goddess around here. I *love* your ideas, am very intrigued by your AU and I have thoroughly enjoyed the things you have posted - full fics and some of the snippets here. I am so eager for more parts of your world to unfold. Please please please share them with us. I am learning to check my lack of confidence at the door and just hold my breath and dive in (although, as I said, there is quite a bit of whining before that still . . .). I have complete faith in the people who have helped me by beta reading and I know they will not let me fail. I try to have faith in them when I don't have faith in myself. And I am here swimming around in the deep end too, so you are not alone.
Originally posted by gogirl212 cloud - you don't need quantity to be a goddess around here. I *love* your ideas, am very intrigued by your AU and I have thoroughly enjoyed the things you have posted - full fics and some of the snippets here. I am so eager for more parts of your world to unfold. Please please please share them with us. I am learning to check my lack of confidence at the door and just hold my breath and dive in (although , as I said, there is quite a bit of whining before that still . . .). I have complete faith in the people who have helped me by beta reading and I know they will not let me fail. I try to have faith in them when I don't have faith in myself. And I am here swimming around in the deep end too, so you are not alone.And I guess that is exactly what I am doing now .... whining. I have faith in my beta reader as well, I just need that extra push to get me to make my stuff "public", or maybe it is, I need as big as push as you did. After all, I have lived with my creations for decades, but allowing others into "my" world is more than a little scary. Thank you Gogirl for the complement about my AU. I never knew my world would be such a "big" thing when I first joined and started mentioning it. To me this is a "normal" thing - after all, doesn't everyone have an imaginary world in their heads. One they escape to when they need to get away from reality.
Well, cloud, I think these usually belong to TJ but . . .
Is that big enough?
Is that big enough?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 13:34
Well I can certainly say I will have enough bruises from all your pokes but I am not sure if it is a hard enough PUSH. 
Don't make me get in the Eagle's cessna and come over there . . .
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 14:09
Oooo, would you bring the Eagle with you when you came? He can show you the landing strip he uses 5 minutes from my house. Remind him to signal me the usual way and I will pick him up when he lands with you.
I checked with the Eagle - he can't wait to fly up there to see you - with a bottle of champagne and a dozen roses to celebrate the new fic *as soon as you finish posting it*.
Ebony, I hope you and the family feel better soon!
GoGirl, congratulations on posting your challenge fic! I'll read it as soon as I get the chance. You have such a wonderful feel and understanding of the Swan, so I know what you've written is fantastic. 
GoGirl, congratulations on posting your challenge fic! I'll read it as soon as I get the chance. You have such a wonderful feel and understanding of the Swan, so I know what you've written is fantastic.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 16:40
Oooo, well he has already seen it, considering he visits a lot, so there is no worry there.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jun 2009 17:03
CD, if you need another push to get posting then here it is.
GET POSTING!!!!!!! 
Your stuff ROCKS!
And GoGirl's too!
What I love about this site is all of the new, talented writers we get! It's not just the same people who've been doing it forever pushing the same old same old. KWIM?
Your stuff ROCKS!
And GoGirl's too!
What I love about this site is all of the new, talented writers we get! It's not just the same people who've been doing it forever pushing the same old same old. KWIM?
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 17:25
I agree TJ! I like to see new ideas and new aspects to the characters lives. Pushing the boundaries enough to explore different situations they can find themselves in and how they deal with it.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 18:30
Originally posted by Transmute Jun CD, if you need another push to get posting then here it is. GET POSTING!!!!!!!Ouch, Ouch!!! Ohhhh! Now the whips are coming out. Soon I am going to be too bruised to move and then I will not be able to post.
Thank you for the confidence boost though.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2009 21:26
GG I just read you fiice and left you a review!!! It was seductive...
Originally posted by clouddancer [quote]Originally posted by gogirl212 Thank you Gogirl for the complement about my AU. I never knew my world would be such a "big" thing when I first joined and started mentioning it. To me this is a "normal" thing - after all, doesn't everyone have an imaginary world in their heads. One they escape to when they need to get away from reality.Yes, but likely not as large, richly developed and thought-out as your BOTP AU -it shines through in all your stories, making them that much more a pleasure to read, and also a tease -we KNOW there is even more inside your head, waiting to come out on paper!
( I will mercifully only poke once, as I suspect you are now very bruised)
On another note, grad school was my training ground for being able to throw what I've written out there for all to see. The second chapter of my dissertation, for example: The first version, I decided was crap, never showed it to my advisor at all, and began from scratch. The new version, my advisor didn't like at all, so it got dramatically rewritten. Then, another prof said that she hated it, so I rewrote it again. That version, she told me that she couldn't bring herself to read past the second page... Ahhhh!! (It was around this time that I discovered ADV's Gatchaman releases, which gave me a happy form of escapism and saved my sanity). After all that, I know that I can survive anything that anyone might say about my fics...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jun 2009 14:00
Originally posted by lborgia88 On another note, grad school was my training ground for being able to throw what I've written out there for all to see. The second chapter of my dissertation, for example: The first version, I decided was crap, never showed it to my advisor at all, and began from scratch. The new version, my advisor didn't like at all, so it got dramatically rewritten. Then, another prof said that she hated it, so I rewrote it again. That version, she told me that she couldn't bring herself to read past the second page... Ahhhh!! (It was around this time that I discovered ADV's Gatchaman releases, which gave me a happy form of escapism and saved my sanity). After all that, I know that I can survive anything that anyone might say about my fics...You must have a very thick skin LB, if i had been given all that criticism I probably would have slunk away and disappeared. That is one reason why I never went to grad school, or did a Masters of Education. There would be no way I could write a dissertation and take all the critic-ing that is required, besides which I would rather DO than tell - if you understand the difference. Which is probably why I do not do well in interview situations. I can DO everything you want me to do, I just can not tell you everything I can do .... mostly because what I do is instinctual and I do not even realize I am doing it. *Okay, can you tell I have been going for interviews and not being successful at getting anywhere ..... Well anywhere new. I have had enough rejection for this year, I guess I am staying where I am for another year.*
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Jun 2009 16:30
You're going for interviews? CD, that's awesome! I wish yo uall the best!
Oh, and if you need a reference, LMK!
Oh, and if you need a reference, LMK!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jun 2009 16:46
No, I have stopped going for interviews. There is not many teaching positions left out there in my board - mostly "point" positions. There were not many full time positions to start with, but every year I try just so I can see if I can get out of my school. It is not that I do not love the school I work at, it is just the fact that it is so exhausting working with children with so many high needs.
In our board, a point position refers to how much you teach in to comparison to full time. If a full time teacher is a 1.0 then a half time is .5, etc. In our board we call them "point" teachers.
What is left in our board is a lot of .2's and .3's, I could combine a bunch of "point" positions but then I would be traveling between multiple schools. Not a pleasant idea, when I have a guaranteed full time position in the school I am already at, even though it is very hard work.
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne I agree TJ! I like to see new ideas and new aspects to the characters lives. Pushing the boundaries enough to explore different situations they can find themselves in and how they deal with it.I love that the goddesses of fic are so friendly and make room for us goddesses-in-training. (What does that make us, demi-goddesses? nymphs?) . . . and thank you Ebony & TJ for your support and kind words. It is hard not to build confidence with you two around!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jun 2009 17:21
GG- We love to see new talent! Its refreshing to read stories from new writers. I love seeing how others see them. Its like a new diamention to them.
FB- You story was great too...and sad for Jason. Its like he's standing on the outside looking in and he can't do anything about it...because to do so would be risking a friendship he values. (I'll have to remember to leave a review.)
Originally posted by clouddancer You must have a very thick skin LB, if i had been given all that criticism I probably would have slunk away and disappeared.That thought occurred to me! But by that point, I'd invested years of my life in course work, candidacy exams, late night cramming and paper-writing, being a slave to professors and grading innumerable undergrad exam essays, and researching and writing a dissertation- I would never have been able to live with myself if it all came to naught (and I never would have heard the end of it from my father). My mother did a Masters in education in the late 80s, and her program (at Acadia, in NS) was structured such that she didn't have to write a big thesis if she didn't want to -so she didn't. But her emphasis was on counseling, which may be quite different, requirement-wise, from teaching. I hate interviews too. I think I come across as something of a weirdo. One current employer insists I am a Vulcan, not a human, but he's odd himself so we get along great. I think it's just a matter of lucking out, and getting interviewed by people you can "click" with. Don't give up!
Originally posted by clouddancer Thank you Gogirl for the complement about my AU. I never knew my world would be such a "big" thing when I first joined and started mentioning it. To me this is a "normal" thing - after all, doesn't everyone have an imaginary world in their heads. One they escape to when they need to get away from reality.While I too have my own escape world, it's not like yours CD.... so it makes it extra special that you can share yours..
Ebony, I hope you are feeling better.
Also, I can't wait to read the wonderful fics out there. Seems like every time I try, somebody ends up calling or showing up wanting to do something.
Also, I can't wait to read the wonderful fics out there. Seems like every time I try, somebody ends up calling or showing up wanting to do something.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jun 2009 05:28
Thanks Gatchgirl, we're getting better, I still have a darn cough and runny nose. But its going gradually.
Ebony, I just caught up on my Reconciliation reading last night . . . Chapter 30 just twisted my heart . . . I am so glad you are feeling better -- I just can't wait for more!
(really, zinc and vitamin C will help!)
Before I got distracted by classic rock and Ebony's challenge, I had this little thing in the works:
Contact Improv
Don't worry, this one is safe to read at work 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Jun 2009 14:57
This is an excellent fic, GoGirl! I love the way you really get inside Ken's mind, and the way the ninjas work as a *team*.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Jun 2009 16:52
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Oh my goodness!!! GoGirl, the way you described that battle was unbelievable! I was on the edge of my seat reading it! Your descriptions of the actions are poetic- you have such a way with words! Keep up the fabulous writing!!! 
Awww . . .springie, tj, cloud . . . you guys make me feel so happy . . . you are all so sweet. thank you
you are all so sweet. thank you
Your descriptions of how Ken feels during the fight and the difference between Ken's and Joe's styles remind me so much of what I have been thinking and have been unable to put into words in the story I am now writingcloud, I worked very very hard on this - it's been in my mind for over a year and was difficult to get at. I know that you will find your way to express your ideas too -- just keep at it. Your writing is beautiful and you will discover the right words in time. Don't even think about giving up! Never give up, never surrender! (well, that's from Galaxy Quest, but it makes more sense then yelling *bird go!* at you for encouragement!)
Ooh, a new story, Gogirl?
Must read ASAP! Comments here are very intriguing...
Gogirl I love the way you have written this and how you have deswcribed the different personalities. You have a way of writing Gatch that amazes me. I tend to find it easier to write BOTP.
Cd you are a wonderful writer and as Gogirl says and I echo writing improves with time so please keep at it. When I look at some of the early stuff I wrote I cringe when comparing it to my more recent stuff.
So Please please please keep at it I do enjoy your work and seeing other perspectives!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jun 2009 15:30
Thank you Gogirl and FB.
Don't worry I really do not plan on giving up, I will keep writing. I just find it so hard when I see what I am feeling expressed much more eloquently than I have been able to put into words. I have also been having a bad last couple of days at school so it really clouds everything I am thinking and doing.
*Rant*
Thank god I only have another week and a half left for the year and then I can stop screaming at these kids to "Keep your hands and feet to yourself." And scissors, pencils, rulers - what else have I seen the last few days???
Just today I had a student scratch another with a pencil, "I was just showing him how sharp I had made the pencil", try to cut another students arm with scissors, (luckily they are children's scissors but they still have a point and can cut) and use their ruler to have a light-saber fight, (okay that one I remember doing as a child as well) but one of the children left with big welts on his arm. I had to explain to mom what happened.
We have one broken arm in my class, one in kindergarten, the other grade one class has just had a cast removed from an arm. Okay so these injuries are not occurring during school time, but after school (still it is on the school climbers) you think these kids would see what is happening and learn that hands and feet on others are hurting another person. OOOOOO, I just figured it out, I am teaching a bunch of Condors and I should let them kill each other off - the one that survives is the "true" Condor. I like that idea.....
**Sorry for the long rant** And here in this thread where we are meant to be celebrating fic writers.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Jun 2009 16:17
Originally posted by clouddancer OOOOOO, I just figured it out, I am teaching a bunch of Condors and I should let them kill each other off - the one that survives is the "true" Condor. I like that idea....Like in Highlander... There can be only one... FWIW, CD, I think your writing is wonderful! You've developed such a rich and beautiful AU, and it is worthy of sharing.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jun 2009 16:27
LOL
I knew I took that line from somewhere.
Thank you for the compliment TJ. Some day I WILL find time to share again, but I think the next few weeks are going to be very busy.
Yesterday was the kids' last day of school here...I'll be rooting for you, CD! I know how exhausting the last days can be...the kids are extra-hyper!!
I am looking forward to when you can relax and get back to writing! Your fics are wonderful!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jun 2009 17:26
Thank you Springie for your vote of confidence.
And since you are finished for the year can I just say I am hoping you will get back to a certain fic I remember you mentioning a year ago.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jun 2009 17:36
Originally posted by Springie I'll be rooting for you, CD! I know how exhausting the last days can be...the kids are extra-hyper!!By the way I don't suppose you you feel like rooting so much you would like to come up here and use some of your Swan magic on my class, for the last week or so, would you? I was planning a Unit on Dinosaurs do you think you could handle that? I will sit back and watch a pro work with my unruly bunch.
CD, there was some people here that did an experiment. I was wondering if you could use it as a bribe to your class. It involves dry cleaning bags, straws, birthday candles, and tape.
Once you get the candles in the straws, and the dry cleaning bag over the straws you can light the candles causing the bags to float. It was really neat seeing them float through the sky during the fireworks.... though I was not at the house that launched them. So a little more investigating would need to be done online to understand exactly how it's done.
Originally posted by clouddancer **Sorry for the long rant** And here in this thread where we are meant to be celebrating fic writers.No, no -you can rant here. That's all part of the process. One of the reasons I read and write fics is to get away from real life stress and lose myself in the Gatch world... I'm glad you've got the summer ahead of you now.
aww CD I hope they next week and a bit flies past for you so that you can have that well deserved break
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jun 2009 01:07
Originally posted by clouddancer Thank you Springie for your vote of confidence. And since you are finished for the year can I just say I am hoping you will get back to a certain fic I remember you mentioning a year ago.Dino saur...thats my ledest daughter favourite word at the moment her first two cylible...I hear it over and over...
Originally posted by clouddancerI don't know about being a "pro" ...but I'd love to teach with you, CD! Do you think we could get away with showing a couple of dino episodes from Gatch? LOL (i'm thinking about the dino skeleton and the dinosaur exhibit eps) LOL I'll be with you in spirit! *hugs*Originally posted by Springie I'll be rooting for you, CD! I know how exhausting the last days can be...the kids are extra-hyper!!By the way I don't suppose you you feel like rooting so much you would like to come up here and use some of your Swan magic on my class, for the last week or so, would you? I was planning a Unit on Dinosaurs do you think you could handle that? I will sit back and watch a pro work with my unruly bunch.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jun 2009 07:35
Ooooo, I had forgotten those eps. I am sure I could find a way to fit those eps into the week somehow now that you mention them Springie.
Hmmmm, off to discover which eps numbers they are. 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jun 2009 07:40
Thank you for your support everyone, I know I will make it though, after all I have made it this far. Although yesterday I did wonder if I could last through the day, let alone the next week and a bit.
well CD you know if you need to let of steam you can always come to us here and we will listen. Just sorry we cant be there to help more.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jun 2009 12:23
Awwww, thank you FB.
Somedays I wish a few Swans could be around to help me. Or maybe that is Eagles, although I do wonder if an Eagle could handle everything these children put me through.
I know the Condor could not handle it, the few times I have channelled him I have come close to wanting to "kill" a child. The last time I could feel my arms rising up so I could wrap my fingers around the neck of the child who was annoying me. I do not think the parent would have accepted the excuse that "the Condor made me do it." BTW it was a good thing for the child that at the time there was another teacher in the class who took the child aside and worked with him.
BTW it was a good thing for the child that at the time there was another teacher in the class who took the child aside and worked with him.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Jun 2009 17:54
CD, channeling the Swan might help a lot! After all, she has a lot of experience dealing with Jinpei!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Jun 2009 19:04
Yes it probably would. My problem is she seems to be the hardest for me to connect with. I am not sure if that is because I have many Swanlike qualities in me when I teach, or if it is the opposite and I have absolutely no idea where to even look for Swan like qualities. (Too much Owl or Eagle in me.)
I think you have more Swan than you give yourself credit for Cd. After all you did not actually kill that child and despite how much they have driven you up the wall you still manage to go back the next day and teach.
I agree with FB! I think you have some Swannie in you too! Maybe a combination of 75% Swan and 25% Eagle would work for your class. The understanding of the Swan, and the glare of the Eagle. Ah, yes, I think that would work! 
Hang in there, CD! You're in the home stretch now!
Hang in there, CD! You're in the home stretch now!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jun 2009 15:51
Thank you Hino.
I am meant to be finishing up my report cards today (I wanted to eve3n though they are not due until Tues.) but I have been bad finding reasons not to go and enter the language marks and comments.
Maybe because I know something may happen tomorrow. I have asked a "colleague" come in and check my children's reading assessments. I am wondering if I am assessing them too hard. My class average reading level is between 7-9, (not that you understand what the numbers mean) where as my teaching partners is between 12-14.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Jun 2009 13:53
Tonight I say 8 days, as soon as I get to school tomorrow I say 7. Even though the day has not begun yet. 
Today was great because the major offender in class was absent. I just wish that could happen for the rest of the week.
Today was great because the major offender in class was absent. I just wish that could happen for the rest of the week.
Well, my niece in Ottawa is missing her last week or so of grade 8 to go to Maine with my Mom and step-Dad -here's hoping that your "major offender" is likewise elsewhere for the rest of the term!
It always strikes me as odd that kids here in the States get out of school so early in June, when I always had to go right to the very end of June in Nova Scotia. Then again, I never had to back to school until after Labour Day.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jun 2009 13:43
Originally posted by lborgia88 Well, my niece in Ottawa is missing her last week or so of grade 8 to go to Maine with my Mom and step-Dad -here's hoping that your "major offender" is likewise elsewhere for the rest of the term! It always strikes me as odd that kids here in the States get out of school so early in June, when I always had to go right to the very end of June in Nova Scotia. Then again, I never had to back to school until after Labour Day.Yes that seems(ed) odd to me too when I first started talking with Springie and other teachers down in the States. I think it has something to do with us(me)having more holiday time during the year. It may also have something to do with our contract. It states the school year must be a minimum of 190 instructional days. The remaining days shall be PA days. I am not sure what the teachers contract says down in the States.
For me, it is 180 instructional days...and we start after Labor day...
I think we do have less time off during holiday breaks, though...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Jun 2009 16:02
Originally posted by Springie For me, it is 180 instructional days...and we start after Labor day... I think we do have less time off during holiday breaks, though...So we have more holidays and 10 more days instructional time. No wonder we continue teaching for an extra 2 weeks. The other reason is because we are further North and the heat arrives a "little" later with us. It means we can teach longer into the summer. Historically, children would be needed in the fields when the first hay was harvested, which is right around the end of June (at least hear in Southern Ontario.) Then families would need the children again right around October for the final harvest before the frosts hit and winter starts, so again traditionally a week or two would be given as holiday at that time. Now it is only a long weekend at the beginning of October for our Thanksgiving. Okay history lesson over.
In Canada, I would think they would have to allow for snow days too. I routinely missed about 7 school days each winter because of snow. Good times, good times...
I do not think those days are counted as PD or PA days, but it may account for why the school year is 190 days, instead of something less in the USA.
Hmmmmmm, heck I think I am thinking too much for this time of the year. Only 6 more days to go and one of those days is PLAY DAY. So that makes 5 days. And I just arranged with our grade 5 Reading Buddies, to have a visit to Dairy Queen for an ice cream cone, one after noon next week. So now I am down to 4.5 days left.
I CAN make it, I think I can any ways. *Sigh*
the countdown is down to one hand CD!
maybe you could bring in some foam 
to take up even more time.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jun 2009 15:58
Don't forget the end of year party! That's another half day that's easy!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jun 2009 16:09
Ooooo, I forgot about that end of the year party.
I might need to mention that to the children, just in case they do not realize we will have one. Half a day hmmmm, I wonder if I could make that an ALL day party. I could show a couple of movies in the morning and bring out the treats after lunch.
sounds like a plan CD so now the days are getting less.
All you need is someone to take them on an outing for you and thats another one gone.
CD, next week is it for you! We're in the final countdown! Yayyyy!!!
Just to throw my $.02 cents on the school year thing, not all of the US gets out in late May/early June. That's mostly a Southern thing. Here in the Northeast, it's usually mid-late June. My sister's school just finished for the summer last week. She goes in for a couple days this coming week, then she's done.
Schools in the South are generally back in session sometime in August (exactly when depends where you are); here in the northeast, it's usually after Labor Day.
Just to throw my $.02 cents on the school year thing, not all of the US gets out in late May/early June. That's mostly a Southern thing. Here in the Northeast, it's usually mid-late June. My sister's school just finished for the summer last week. She goes in for a couple days this coming week, then she's done.
Schools in the South are generally back in session sometime in August (exactly when depends where you are); here in the northeast, it's usually after Labor Day.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Jun 2009 12:54
Thank you Hino. After all the unsettling news this week I am beginning to wonder if I really do want this year to end, because that means I am closer to a new school year and me entering it with very uncertain feelings.
And..... Ohhhhh!!!!! I am just hoping this weekend will help me relax and stop worrying about what might happen in the future. *sigh*
Anyone have a giant piece of chocolate?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Jun 2009 13:19
Big piece of chocolate, on its way!
http://www.mydreamwedding.ca/uploads/Image/Maggie/chocolate.jpg
Or if you like your chocolate in the cake variety...
http://dinneranddessert.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/dsc_0957.jpg
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Jun 2009 13:24
Thank you TJ, those will help along with my extra large Toblerone bar. Do you think after I eat all that I will drop into a chocolate induced coma to help me forget for a while?
Originally posted by clouddancer Do you think after I eat all that I will drop into a chocolate induced coma to help me forget for a while?For that, I generally make use of red wine, but I don't think you should really take my advice here! Hang in there, CD.
Originally posted by lborgia88I tend not to drink red wine as it gives me headaches, all those tannins I guess, so I tend to stick to white wine but even that I tend to drink only on special occasions. I generally like to know I am in control of what I am thinking and doing - very Eagle like qualities I imagine.Originally posted by clouddancer Do you think after I eat all that I will drop into a chocolate induced coma to help me forget for a while?For that, I generally make use of red wine, but I don't think you should really take my advice here! Hang in there, CD.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Jun 2009 17:05
Originally posted by clouddancer Thank you TJ, those will help along with my extra large Toblerone bar. Do you think after I eat all that I will drop into a chocolate induced coma to help me forget for a while?Don't worry. If you're in a chocolate-induced coma, there is no one better than
to save you!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jul 2009 15:48
Okay... finally I've started to post the triolgy I've been working on forever! Enjoy...
http://gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=939
TJ!!! I started reading it yesterday and now I want to know more of what he's planning... Its really good so far.
I was just over at Gatchafanfic and noticed it. I know you have had several "big" events this last year but it is great to see a new story from you.
This is a great story, you had me so wondering who, what, where right from the beginning. I am hooked and can't wait to see what happens.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jul 2009 18:09
I'm glad you are enjoying it so far! It's based on a premise we bruited about here at Gatchamania last summer...
I love this new story...you do an excellent job of putting the team together...with a few "surprises"! This is a great read (as are all of TJ's stories!) 
I've enjoyed reading this story so far, and I can't wait to read more... must purchase more ink from WM.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Jul 2009 21:58
Originally posted by Springie I love this new story...you do an excellent job of putting the team together...with a few "surprises"! This is a great read (as are all of TJ's stories!)If I can surprise a veteran like you, then I'm doing well, Springie!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jul 2009 07:37
TJ, I just found the link to your new fanfic and took a quick, curious glimpse as I am a bit in a hurry and have so much to do. The beginning is tempting me to read more and more so I promise will read it when I'll be more free to enjoy it! Such a good work from the little I read as usual. Thanks TJ
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jul 2009 13:16
Glad your glimpse is interesting you in more, Marie!
New chapters today, and a new main character's POV...
http://gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=939&textsize=0&chapter=4
I am really enjoying this and have to say seeing RI in this way gives more reason to dislike him
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jul 2009 21:55
Originally posted by Firebird I am really enjoying this and have to say seeing RI in this way gives more reason to dislike himWell, you know how much I love
!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Jul 2009 23:41
Originally posted by Firebird I am really enjoying this and have to say seeing RI in this way gives more reason to dislike himITA!!!!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Jul 2009 09:46
I am really enjpying how this is developing
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Jul 2009 16:56
And this finishes the first part of my trilogy.
[URL]http://gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=939&textsize=0&chapter=10[.URL]
Just finished reading this and - wow! I love your twists on RI and the foundations you have laid for the relationships within the team - both how they develop individually and the moments they come together. Very creative. I'm looking forward to Part 2!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jul 2009 03:49
I made a post over at the archive, but I love the way you wrote about the years leading up to the teams creation. Great work and it gives me so much to think about when I consider how my team was created.
Thanks, guys! Origin fics are certainly nothing new, but I felt that if I was going to 're-create' RI, I had to do the same for the Team. It actually helped that I had already written some fics that come after this, because I was able to use those as a reference and make things 'develop'.
In any case, Part II is once the Team is out there fighting Galactor, and RI comes back into their lives... in other words, 'canon time'. I'll start posting that when I get back from my trip at the end of August.
I'm looking forward to seeing the 'canon' aimed at him!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jul 2009 13:51
End of AUGUST!!!! 
*Sigh* Just as I am getting ready to go back to school. I will be looking forward to it TJ.
*Sigh* Just as I am getting ready to go back to school. I will be looking forward to it TJ.
The end of August might seem a long period of time but the more we wait and get anxious with anticipation, the more we'll be happy with what we gain at the end - we'll wait TJ!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Jul 2009 14:15
Well, I'm at Comic Con this week (leaving tomorrow!) and then less than a week after I get back we're flying to Europe for our vacation. I'll be back at the end of the month when the kids and I are going back to school. That's why it will take so long.
But then I promise not to take so long between Part II and Part III.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jul 2009 15:35
I'm off to read the next few chapters!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Jul 2009 15:50
Have fun at the Con, TJ. You will be missed here while you are away.
Can't wait to see what happens in your next sections..... also have a safe and wonderful time away from the sites. Will look forward to any info from you about the con.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Jul 2009 18:59
I posted a few pics in the General section!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jul 2009 04:24
Hope you had a good time at the con TJ. In the meanwhile I succeeded in reading all of your new fic and I really enjoyed it becoming more eager to read Part II. The way you created a realistic past for the team and how they eventually came to know each other as friends and family was impressive and well planned. I'm eager to see what RI is up to next and hopefully what delusions he will encounter! You surely made me hate him more though I wish to see his paternal side somewhere! Keep it up, TJ and hope you have a wonderful time during your vacation in Europe - somewhere near me?!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Jul 2009 07:38
I'm, glad you enjoyed it, Gatchamarie! And RI has all of the paternal instincts of a gnat. Maybe fewer. So no, you won't see any great revelations there. At least, not from me.
This trip the closest I will get to you is passing by Malta in the sea while cruising from Barcelona to Rome. But next year's trip will include a stop on Malta!
And yes, I had a great time at the Con! There was definitely some Gatchaman excitement there this year, between promotion for the movie at Imagi and promotion for the Tatsunoko vs. Capcom game at Capcom. I also got to see some great panels for the Big Bang Theory and Legend of the Seeker, plus I was able to socialize with my Gatchy friends.
At least, not from me.
This trip the closest I will get to you is passing by Malta in the sea while cruising from Barcelona to Rome. But next year's trip will include a stop on Malta!
And yes, I had a great time at the Con! There was definitely some Gatchaman excitement there this year, between promotion for the movie at Imagi and promotion for the Tatsunoko vs. Capcom game at Capcom. I also got to see some great panels for the Big Bang Theory and Legend of the Seeker, plus I was able to socialize with my Gatchy friends.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jul 2009 21:52
You are going to visit some beautiful places, TJ! Hope your stop at Malta will be long enough for you to enjoy next year - perhaps we could also meet if time permits, who knows! Don't worry about RI, we're used to his lack of paternal instincts! And glad to hear you had a great time at the Con.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Jul 2009 02:50
I met TJ on her trip to Sydney Australia...yet going on another cruise, heavenly sigh. She's great to be around.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jul 2009 06:52
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne I met TJ on her trip to Sydney Australia...yet going on another cruise, heavenly sigh. She's great to be around.Really? You mean my overwhelming silliness didn't drive you up the wall?
And Marie, it would be great to meet up with you next year! I've been looking for a personal tour guide... j/k!
But yes, Ebony has it right. We love to travel, and we try to visit different places as much as we can. Many of our friends buy all kinds of fancy furniture and cars and renovate their houses, but we spend all of our money on traveling.
TJ, I get the feeling that your vacation destinations would be quite an impressive list. Would love to maybe one day join your crew on a cruise.
Maybe if the whole "Gatch" cruise developed.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jul 2009 10:21
If people are interested, we'll set up a Gatchacruise! We can get some discounts if we can get 8 cabins together.
Originally posted by Transmute JunI was a stunned new mother!!! Tired stunned new mother, my daughter wasn't in our plans when we made em remember. I was still trying to figure out how to be social and look after the needs of a child at the same time.Originally posted by Ebonyswanne I met TJ on her trip to Sydney Australia...yet going on another cruise, heavenly sigh. She's great to be around.Really? You mean my overwhelming silliness didn't drive you up the wall?
We're planning to go on a cruise before my eldest starts school. So thats in about 2-3yrs time. They both have to be potty trained we decided before we travel with them overseas. We're like you in a way TJ- we prefer an lifestyle over bigger houses and furniture. I liek my garden though.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jul 2009 00:11
TJ, it would be great if we meet! I would be more than glad to squeeze out some of my time for you! Please keep me adjourned as your next year's trip approaches! Though not knowing people in person characters reflect through their writing and I agree yours reflect that was said by Ebonyswanne! I too love traveling ... my parents took me with them abroad once or more every year since I was eight years old! My husband is also an enthusiast but we had to push some breaks when our two children were born since I had to leave my full-time work, due to the fact that my children do not have any grandparent or family member who could take care of them. I have a busy part-time job at home though and it takes lot of my time apart from house-work, etc! So please forgive my time restrictions if, hopefully, next year we meet ... I'll make my utmost to meet you! Friends are always welcome!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jul 2009 07:04
That sounds great, Marie! I'll definitely put it on my schedule. And trust me, I understand how it is to be working from home with 2 small kids underfoot!
Now if you want to come over to Rome while I'm there this year...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun If people are interested, we'll set up a Gatchacruise! We can get some discounts if we can get 8 cabins together.I hope we can do this sometime. Maybe if we start the word early enough then people will have time to adjust.
Sounds fabulous to me!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jul 2009 12:46
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now if you want to come over to Rome while I'm there this year...If I really could I would be there in a split of a second! Rome is beautiful ... one of the most beautiful cities in the world from my own point of view! I have been there twice and would not hesitate a bit to go there for a third time and so on! Remember to toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain - they say that if you throw it facing away from it you are sure to have the chance to return to that place some other time in the future ... it worked for me!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jul 2009 15:43
Gatchamarie! I have 2 small kids too. one is 2and a bit and the other is almost 16months! I don't have family close by so I don't get much of a break at all. I'm looking to eventually start a home based business, just not yet. Maybe when my eldest is starting school. Thats if something doesn't come up before that time.
My little Swans keep me busy.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jul 2009 00:16
Ebonyswanne, we're in the same boat then! My eldest son, now 5 years old, was 7 months old when I got pregnant with my daughter, who will be 4 next September! Do not worry ... though they seem, and they really are, a handful, things will straighten up as time passes! It's a hard job doing all by yourself but it is also so rewarding at the end of the day! When I watch them sleep at night and look at their innocent faces I forget all the mischievous things they might have done throughout the day and thank God for my two priceless gifts! Take things as they come and move forward day by day ... you'll see that your patience will be rewarded ... kids come first! Take care
I love the idea of this - just imagine all the mayhem we could cause
Originally posted by gatchamarie Ebonyswanne, we're in the same boat then! My eldest son, now 5 years old, was 7 months old when I got pregnant with my daughter, who will be 4 next September! Do not worry ... though they seem, and they really are, a handful, things will straighten up as time passes! It's a hard job doing all by yourself but it is also so rewarding at the end of the day! When I watch them sleep at night and look at their innocent faces I forget all the mischievous things they might have done throughout the day and thank God for my two priceless gifts! Take things as they come and move forward day by day ... you'll see that your patience will be rewarded ... kids come first! Take careAt the moment it tantrums over toys. Cassie my youngest daughter (151/2months old) is learnign to assert herself when her sister snatches toys from her, and pushes her over. I try to let them sort it out between them, but keep an eye on it if it goes to far. You're right though, its wonderful to watch them sleep at night! Mine share a bedroom. I had so many people saying how wrong that is, that they share a room. I shared a room with my younger sister until I was 18! We learned to compromise on space and get along. When I moved out of home my sister cried cause she wouldn't have anyone to talk to just before she went to sleep. (She was 13 when I left home.) We're still close. It was hard at first for my eldest daughter, but now she looks for her sister at bed time. Its like a comfort to have her there in her cot, and vise versa. My little girls are my mircles. At night I still get the awed feeling of being their when I look at them sleeping so peacefully. And safe. Or the odd time they look up sleepily...say " mummy" and then go off to sleep again...you're so right priceless
Ebony, you and your sis sound a lot like me. Only I was the younger of the two.... about the same age difference too.
I remember when my sis finally got her own room across the hall, she actually came over to my room and asked if I'd join her over there, cause she was so used to be "pestered" by her little sis. While it may not have been fun every second of the day, I don't think I would have changed it.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Jul 2009 11:45
My kids too share a bedroom for now, even if they are a boy and a girl! We chose to let them do so from June of last year after having slept in our bedroom since their birth! We divided their room into two parts - one side featuring Lightning McQueen for our son, Nikolai, who loves the colors red and orange, and the other side featuring the Disney Princesses for our daughter, Tatyana, who likes all things pink! It paid out as they gave courage to each other to sleep apart from us at night and you're right, Ebony, they have become more close in their brother and sister relationship. Well, most of the time they either are the best of allies or the worst enemies! But they always defend each other and cannot stay or go anywhere without the presence of each other. We'll separate them when they'll get older and need their privacy. I was brought up being the youngest of two other brothers having a bit of an age gap between me and them, thus you can imagine the torture! I always wished to share my bedroom with someone else and have a close relationship with a brother or sister, so that's what I wish for my kids!
Hi Everyone!!!
This is the latest ficcie in the Tabgled web of life series. Its a bridging story (one of about 3) To go into the battle of the planets universe. Its a Condor story, mainly focused on Joe.
I'll be posting it over the next week. I hope you enjoy it. Thanks!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=941
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Aug 2009 23:30
Thanks for a good read this morning, Ebony! I'm intrigued to read more of your work! Well done!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Aug 2009 14:44
Thanks! I'll be posting more of it today.
I'm having trouble reading anything at the time...we only have one tv right now...so my hubby is always up here making noise...I hope to get my computer room back soon! Looking forward to reading, Ebony!
Thats okay Springie!!!
okay I've posted more, over the next couple of days the whole story will be posted. I hope enjoy it...
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=941
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Aug 2009 04:00
I'm looking forward to reading this!!!!!! 
Springie
Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans...
posted 25 Aug 2009 18:18
(edited 25 Aug 2009 18:19)
Okay, I've started posting my last full length fic...I may do a little picficlet from time to time if the muses hit...
This is my Joe/ Jun smut story...called "Breaking Out"
Breaking Out
This fic has screenshots and my pictures embedded in it...
TWO CONDOR fics to read..... did I wake up a couple of months in the future??? It seems a lot like Christmas around here.
Springie, I hope that you do continue to write sometime in the future.... your Eagle Swan love stories are beautifully written.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Aug 2009 19:55
I have to say, you've done a wonderful job with this fic, Springie! to you for stepping into new territory and trying something new, and then writing such a great story!
to you for stepping into new territory and trying something new, and then writing such a great story!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Aug 2009 00:29
Springie, I've read up till Chapter 6 and you completely hooked me up! Can't wait for more! I may be a Ken/Jun relationship fan but you're pushing me into a different direction this time for a change!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Aug 2009 07:59
I have to agree with everyone here Springie you are doing such a good job writing a Swan/Condor story. Such a change for you, but a very good job.
We will have to see what we can do to encourage you to continue writing, even if it is only short ficlets to go with some of your pics.
I am really enjoying this Sprinige my only regret is that you have said it will be your last fic of this length.
Thanks, FB...yeah...I really believe it will be the last of my lengthy fics...it's just not in me anymore...
I still have ideas...but writing the whole thing out is tedious. So I'll probably just draw a pic for it and then write a small ficlet for the idea...
I just added chapters 7-9...and the first part of the Joe/ Jun smut has been posted...
Ok, I just went ahead and posted the rest of the fic...I'm about to go back to work, and I'll be reeeeally busy next week. 
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2009 09:45
Whoo hoo! It's such a great story, Springie!
Thanks baybee-cakes...you helped make it what it is today! Heck, you helped make it even *appear* today!!! That one probably would never have seen the light of day!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2009 11:13
Springie, I've read till Chapter 9 and I'm literally enjoying your fic! The story is great and greater are your writing skills! The pics complementing it are also awesome and well chosen! Thanks for sharing this fic and keep it up! I'll try to continue reading the rest of it as soon as I can!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2009 11:16
Oh, Springie, you give me too much credit! I wasn't the only one pushing you to publish your Cpndor smut story...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2009 14:15
Springie this is a great story. I love seeing it finally being published after all this time of working on writing it and those lovely pics you drew to go with it, let alone finding the correct screen caps to go with your story.
BTW: I will be heading back to work next week as well, so we can both be "miserable" together.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Aug 2009 14:40
Don't feel too badly. I had to go back to work this past week!
Misery loves company!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Aug 2009 05:04
I guess we will all be good company together! Too bad we can't really be together though.
Wah, wah, wah.... What about those of us who don't get our summers off?????? (sorry, girls, but you know if anyone was going to say it, it was going to be me!)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Aug 2009 09:18
Well, if you want you are more than welcome to take your summer off, of course you might need to arrange your contract to get 10 months pay over 12 months like we/I do as teachers.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Aug 2009 15:48
I'll start reading it this week...opppsss I have leave TJ a reveiew for the ending of Ties part 1 too...too much to do so little time to do it in sigh....
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Aug 2009 04:57
Springie, I managed to read all your new fic! I couldn't stop reading it until I came to its end ... it literally hooked me up! It seemed just like watching an episode from the series! Great work, Springie and hope to see some more of your writing skills ... when you can!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Aug 2009 11:43
Okay, I've posted the beginning of Ties That Bind Part II. I'll post it in bits all through this week.
Enjoy!
http://gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=944
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Aug 2009 23:12
Good to know TJ! I will read it as soon as I can cause this week I'm a bit busy but I surely am looking forward to do so!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Sep 2009 05:58
Don't worry, it will be there when you're ready.
Originally posted by Hinotori Wah, wah, wah.... What about those of us who don't get our summers off?????? (sorry, girls, but you know if anyone was going to say it, it was going to be me!)Not sure if I would recommend getting the summer off like I have had Hino. Though AFLAC has come in handy during it.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Sep 2009 14:00
This is a great continuation TJ. It adds so to my questions and continues to make me look at things in a new/different way.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Sep 2009 06:04
More chapters of Ties That Bind Part II are up, with more to come shortly!
Chapters 4 and 5
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Sep 2009 16:40
I finally had time to read this TJ. I don't know how you do it but every story I read you manage to capture and write the emotions of the characters so clearly that I can actually feel them myself. Great work.
I am looking forward to the next part. Actually I see I just read the next part considering I have now read to chapter 7.
Thanks for pointing that out, CD! I've been away all day. It's approved!
Chapters 6 and 7
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2009 12:41
TJ, I finally read Chapters 1-7! This fic of yours is another one that hooked me up, keeping me wanting for more! Great writing skills and great plot! All characters are explained in detail and the way you make them interact with one another is amazing! As you know, I'm not a fan of RI but sometimes I felt some warmth for his character thinking that his behaviour and decisions were mainly due to his loyalty for his job, but now you managed to make me literally hate him with his "no-one-is-better-than-me" attitude and double-faced character! Please keep up your good work!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2009 17:57
LOL, glad you are coming around and 'seeing the light' regarding RI, Marie!
I plan to post more, but my life has been a crazy mess lately. It's coming, though!
I plan to post more, but my life has been a crazy mess lately. It's coming, though!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2009 07:19
Want more! Want more! ... certainly at your own time, TJ!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2009 13:16
When ever you get the chance TJ. I know returning back to work after having the summer off is a hectic time of the year.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2009 14:27
I posted more, but it has to be approved by the site.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2009 08:16
Okay, chapters 8 and 9 are up!
Chapters 8 and 9
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Sep 2009 18:18
Excellent work again TJ. It is really interesting how you are incorporating RI background into the story we see. It seems to be changing all the things I believe about the characters - I am not sure if it is a change for the better or not yet.
BTW: I see the next chapters after 9 are now up as well.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2009 19:29
You are right, CD! They have been approved!
Chapters 10, 11 and 12
And this fic has finally finished posting.
Chapters 13 through the end...
I have really been enjoying this TJ and I am so looking forward to part 3
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Sep 2009 07:58
Originally posted by Firebird I have really been enjoying this TJ and I am so looking forward to part 3Same here! The way you incorporated canon into fic is awesome! Thanks for a lovely read, TJ!
It won't be too long before Part II is posted (I just have to get my RL in gear) but if you want in the meantime, you can read It's Not Easy Being Green, which is an older fic of mine that is referenced quite a bit in Part III. Just for background.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Sep 2009 13:57
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And this fic has finally finished posting. Chapters 13 through the end...
<------- All of us bowing down to TJ's greatness in story writing. I agree she does such a good job incorporating canon in to her fics.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Sep 2009 15:45
CD! But honestly, I wanted to make sure to incorporate canon, to prove that my theory about RI is as justifiable and valid as anyone else's! It fits into canon, even if at first you don't think so...
And I've finally started posting Ties That Bind Part III.
Chapters 1, 2, and 3
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Sep 2009 07:58
I was just over at the archives and noticed. I am looking forward to the ending of this series. 
Originally posted by Transmute JunTJ, I think that is the key to writing any fanfiction; whether it be fully canon compliant or completely AU, the reader needs to be able to see that it could fit into canon. This is probably why your fics are so good, you either take the time to do this or just have an innate ability to do this.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Sep 2009 09:51
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And I've finally started posting Ties That Bind Part III.
Will read them as soon as I can!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Sep 2009 10:01
Thanks, Amethyst. Generally, I take the time to ensure that my fics (well, my non-silly fics, anyhow) fit into canon. It's not that I'm a member of the canon-police, but I like to feel that my stories could have occurred... just behind the scenes of the shows we all know and love... if that makes sense.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun It's not that I'm a member of the canon-police, but I like to feel that my stories could have occurred... just behind the scenes of the shows we all know and love... if that makes sense.It makes a lot of sense, TJ! I think everyone likes to abide with canon but it's also nice to fill in the gaps in episodes and even between episodes or series. I also like the fact of being able to make a somewhat strange, unrealistic or unexplained circumstance seem more reasonable or maybe give another side to a character like you did so well with RI.
Am enjoying part 3 TJ, looking forward to what happens next
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Sep 2009 19:22
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Thanks, Amethyst. Generally, I take the time to ensure that my fics (well, my non-silly fics, anyhow) fit into canon. It's not that I'm a member of the canon-police, but I like to feel that my stories could have occurred... just behind the scenes of the shows we all know and love... if that makes sense.That makes perfect sense! I admin and write at a multi-archive Harry Potter site, and the archive that I am most active on is a completely AU/Non-canon 'ship archive, and the stories that I write and the ones that I enjoy the most are the ones that work to make that ship seem plausible within canon (even if the 7th book completely canon-shafted it; I'm really being wonder about my luck with characters and all of my favorite's dying in one form or another, but I digress). It's the canonical plausibility as much as the plot that makes the stories entertaining. That is unless it's a completely hysterical crack-fic.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Sep 2009 04:37
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Thanks, Amethyst. Generally, I take the time to ensure that my fics (well, my non-silly fics, anyhow) fit into canon. It's not that I'm a member of the canon-police, but I like to feel that my stories could have occurred... just behind the scenes of the shows we all know and love... if that makes sense.Yes it does, thats why they're so good! I can see them being back stories and running in the series as I read.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Sep 2009 05:24
Originally posted by amethystI am most active on is a completely AU/Non-canon 'ship archive, and the stories that I write and the ones that I enjoy the most are the ones that work to make that ship seem plausible within canon (even if the 7th book completely canon-shafted it; I'm really being wonder about my luck with characters and all of my favorite's dying in one form or another, but I digress).Now I'm curious what this AU is about, and how the 7th book 'shafted' it? I love the HP books and enjoy the movies, although I haven't read much of the fanfiction.
Originally posted by Transmute JunI'm curious too! I used to read a ton of it, back before I got into Gatchdom. I remember one author who had a long series going that she'd begun after Book 4 but before Book 5, and in it she'd paired off Sirius Black with Narcissa Malfoy (she wasn't as bad as she seemed...) and then in canon, Sirius got killed and it was revealed that Sirius and Narcissa were first cousins. That author just kept on writing though, and declared her fics "AU." I guess there are inherent dangers in writing fics in fandoms where the creator(s) are still at work creating, if one is hoping to stay aligned with canon. One thing about Gatchaman/BOTP -we don't have that problem!Originally posted by amethystI am most active on is a completely AU/Non-canon 'ship archive, and the stories that I write and the ones that I enjoy the most are the ones that work to make that ship seem plausible within canon (even if the 7th book completely canon-shafted it; I'm really being wonder about my luck with characters and all of my favorite's dying in one form or another, but I digress).Now I'm curious what this AU is about, and how the 7th book 'shafted' it? I love the HP books and enjoy the movies, although I haven't read much of the fanfiction.
I'm an SS/HG shipper with most of my stories posted at Ashwinder and a few at Lumos, so most stories are 7th year/prequel, but with the 7th book, Snape was killed and then in the epilogue Hermione was married to Ron (not a surprise to anyone, but was still really annoying); which makes it really hard, but not impossible to write canon-compliant AU. There've been a few very creative pieces coming out of the aftermath of book seven, most everything ignoring the epilogue. In fact I think a new term was born from the in addtition to PWP there's now EWE -- epilogue, what epilogue.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Sep 2009 11:57
Snape and Hermionie? Wow... I have to say, that's a couple I never imagined... even with Snape's 'softer side' being revealed at the end of Book 7...
But yeah, of course Hermione was going to marry Ron. That became obvious from book 4 on. Maybe she went wild and crazy and had an affair with Snape's ghost?
Here are a few of my favorites (and one shameless, self-promotion) one shots and novel length:
One Shots
At the local Pub by AprilGrey (canon compliant through book 5)
http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=1230
Xenophobia by OzRatbag2 (canon compliant through book 5)
http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=286
Reminiscing (canon compliant through book 5)
http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=33
Novel Length
The Love You Take by Subversa (non-canon compliant)
http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=16967
In Annulo by Ladyofthemasque (canon compliant through book 6)
http://www.restrictedsection.org/story.php?story=1906
Hinge of Fate by Ramos (canon compliant through book 4)
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/1024910/1/Hinge_of_Fate
EWE, "epilogue, what epilogue" -
I love that!
Snape is my favourite HP character in many ways, both in the books and the films (where it doesn't hurt that he's played by Alan Rickman!). I never doubted that he was, ultimately, one of the good guys. If I were Hermione...
Which of the links is your "self promotion," Amethyst?
I love that!
Snape is my favourite HP character in many ways, both in the books and the films (where it doesn't hurt that he's played by Alan Rickman!). I never doubted that he was, ultimately, one of the good guys. If I were Hermione...
Which of the links is your "self promotion," Amethyst?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Sep 2009 18:32
Amethyst's story is this one:
http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=33
It's an interesting premise/alternate version of how everything could have turned out... and it certainly turns everything upside down and on its ear!
And that Book 7 epilogue was nothing more than an introduction to a new 'Hogwarts Jr.' series. Just you wait...
Originally posted by lborgia88 EWW, "epilogue, what epilogue" -Great minds think a like LB! Not only are we both Condors, but Snape is my favorite character in HP. I got curious about him when I took the kids to see Chamber of Secrets and saw the power he (or rather Rickman) exuded in the duelling scene. I went home and immediately read all the books to that point in two weekends (I was attending the JC at the time and had homework during the week), and have been hooked on Snape and the series ever since. Mine is the one shot with no author listed. I kept the same screen name for both fandoms; it's who I am.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Amethyst's story is this one: http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=33 It's an interesting premise/alternate version of how everything could have turned out... and it certainly turns everything upside down and on its ear! And that Book 7 epilogue was nothing more than an introduction to a new 'Hogwarts Jr.' series. Just you wait...It was written shortly after book 5 came out and the idea of a Dark! Harry was plausible at the time. In some ways it was plausible right up until the end of book seven when Voldemort killed the horcrux.
Originally posted by amethyst [quote]Originally posted by lborgia88 Great minds think a like LB! Not only are we both Condors, but Snape is my favorite character in HP. I got curious about him when I took the kids to see Chamber of Secrets and saw the power he (or rather Rickman) exuded in the duelling scene. I went home and immediately read all the books to that point in two weekends (I was attending the JC at the time and had homework during the week), and have been hooked on Snape and the series ever since. Mine is the one shot with no author listed. I kept the same screen name for both fandoms; it's who I am.Maybe we both have a thing for men with tragic pasts who hide their feelings behind stern and brusque facades? Well, in Snape's case he appealed to me too because he's an adult and I could relate better to him than to a preteen. I saw "Prisoner of Azkaban" for sale in a book store in 1999, recalled seeing Harry Potter books on best-seller lists, and started leafing through it. End result, I bought the first book (followed quickly by the second and the third) and was hooked. I'll definitely check out the stories you linked to, starting with yours!
And while I feel weird butting into Harry Potter conversations I'll just slip in and point out that more chapters of my fic are up.
Ties That Bind Parts III Chapters 7, 8, & 9
And amethyst, I'm really intrigued by your idea of a 'Dark Harry'. That never crossed my mind even once. You say it's possible... it's not something I've really analyzed, but throughout most of the books (pretty much into Book 7) I've thought of Harry as being immature and impulsive, but definitely good-hearted. I don't recall any scenes where he enjoyed hurting people, and just because he empathized with Tom Riddle's suffering as a boy doesn't mean that he wanted to be like him. If anything, I thought of him as he was so often accused, as 'Dumbledore's boy', and in that sense was a bit relieved when Dumbledore was gone. Other than as a source of information/plot device, i never liked the Dumbledore character much.
Strangely, I always empathized the most with Neville. Probably because I was socially just like his as a child: always on the outs, clumsy and not really fitting in with any group. And like Neville, I came into my own much more toward the end of high school, and during a sink-or-swim situation (although mine was a lot less stressful than attending Hogwarts under Voldemort's rule ).
I always thought Neville should get together with Luna... they seemed to click, and Neville was certainly into herbology. Ah well...
Sorry for all of the edits... my spelling this morning is atrocious!
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I always thought Neville should get together with Luna... they seemed to click, and Neville was certainly into herbology. Ah well...
Sorry for all of the edits... my spelling this morning is atrocious!
I'll definitely be off to read those chapters right after this post.
Yes, Harry is goodhearted as you said, and immature and impulsive. He also has a tendency to look at things as black and white or in extremes. He was both bullied and idolized. Those are not things that make for a healthy pysche and could easily override natural tendencies. "I don't want to hurt you, so don't make me do it" "I didn' want to hurt you, but you wouldn't listen to me". Are those some of the things that those who abuse people say to alleviate their guilt?
No somewhere in book six Harry begin to mature. He still retained quite a bit of his impulsivity, but lost the extreme end of the black and white world view, but he doesn't completely lose until book 7.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And while I feel weird butting into Harry Potter conversations I'll just slip in and point out that more chapters of my fic are up. Ties That Bind Parts III Chapters 7, 8, & 9 And amethyst, I'm really intrigued by your idea of a 'Dark Harry'. That never crossed my mind even once.Ah, but you write an excellent "Dark Red Impulse"! Granted, there's a bit more evidence to work with.
Originally posted by amethystI read your story, Amethyst, and I think you're right that the idea of Harry never really recovering and becoming a new "dark lord" was plausible, and Snape's story was sad and moving. I like to read a Gatch fic by you too!Originally posted by Transmute Jun Amethyst's story is this one: http://ashwinder.sycophanthex.com/viewstory.php?sid=33 It's an interesting premise/alternate version of how everything could have turned out... and it certainly turns everything upside down and on its ear! And that Book 7 epilogue was nothing more than an introduction to a new 'Hogwarts Jr.' series. Just you wait...It was written shortly after book 5 came out and the idea of a Dark! Harry was plausible at the time. In some ways it was plausible right up until the end of book seven when Voldemort killed the horcrux.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2009 08:36
Originally posted by lborgia88 Ah, but you write an excellent "Dark Red Impulse"! Granted, there's a bit more evidence to work with.The difference is, I pretty much disliked Red Impulse the moment I saw him. I was convinced he was a 'bad guy', even though the show kept trying to convince me he was a 'good guy'. Kind of like the opposite of Snape...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2009 08:58
And approval is fast today! The next chapters are up!
Chapters 10, 11 & 12
hey tj - finally got a weekend not full of other things to do and am just catching up this series -- thank you for making my weekend go from good to great!!!
Another great update, TJ!
LB, I'm working several Gatch/BotP fics, but due to RL they are progressing slow. This weekend, I hope to make some good headway on them and may even start an IF.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2009 13:05
Originally posted by gogirl212 hey tj - finally got a weekend not full of other things to do and am just catching up this series -- thank you for making my weekend go from good to great!!!Glad you are enjoying them, GoGirl! And I'm glad to see you posting! We've missed you around here.
awww . . .
I've missed being around as much too -- RL is always extra demanding during the school year for me . . . but the Fall semester is far harder then the spring . . . this is my refuge - when I can get here lol
I've missed being around as much too -- RL is always extra demanding during the school year for me . . . but the Fall semester is far harder then the spring . . . this is my refuge - when I can get here lol
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2009 13:35
I can agree with that Gogirl, but that is because the fall semester is the first term with a new batch of children for me.
We have also been struggling with larger than usual class sizes in our school. This week we were granted 2.5 new teachers to reduce class sizes and on Friday they arrived at our school so on Monday we should be starting our usual curriculum programs.
So true Cloud - fall is hardest with the new students. I helped develop a class for all of the freshmen in our division and even though i am not the teacher, I still have to deal with a lot of extra work in getting the class off the ground -- more things to take me away from gatch!
Glad you are getting some "reinforcements" though! It is so difficult to teach in a large class - particularly the young ones that you have. I hope it makes things go easier for you . . . once you get the new people up to speed of course!
Thank you Gogirl!
Get the new people up to speed and start a new training course of my own - I am not sure if I am over loading myself or not. My Hope is this course will help lead to something a little different in my teaching future. But then that will all depend on how interviews go after I am done this course, which should be after Christmas.
Originally posted by amethyst LB, I'm working several Gatch/BotP fics, but due to RL they are progressing slow. This weekend, I hope to make some good headway on them and may even start an IF.I hear you about RL interfering with writing, but I look forward to your fics!
Originally posted by Transmute JunHey, that is a very good point! If RI had been introduced as an oft-mocked, unpopular "outsider" and it had been gradually revealed that he'd been in love with Ken's mother (and hated his father, Kentaro Washio) but due to childhood bitterness and insecurity he'd aligned with Galactor for a time and lost her (in some manner that led to her death and was at least partly his fault) but later repented and worked courageously for the ISO as a double agent in Galactor's upper ranks, instead of being a "hero" who swoops in to save the day while Ken goes all "wow!" or "damn it, he's making me look bad!", RI would probably have been more appealing to me.Originally posted by lborgia88 Ah, but you write an excellent "Dark Red Impulse"! Granted, there's a bit more evidence to work with.The difference is, I pretty much disliked Red Impulse the moment I saw him. I was convinced he was a 'bad guy', even though the show kept trying to convince me he was a 'good guy'. Kind of like the opposite of Snape...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2009 18:34
Ebony, I've loved your Tangled Web series. I do have a question. Did Galactor have any idea Jason was Joe's son or was it just a coincident he ended up with Dyami/Mark? If they did, that would mean the woman whose name Joe didn't even get knew who she was targeting.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Sep 2009 20:13
Originally posted by Becky Rock If they did, that would mean the woman whose name Joe didn't even get knew who she was targeting.Another possibility is that the woman was targeted by Galactor because she had Joe's son. We don't know what happened to her. She mightbe dead or a prisoner... or a Galactor operative. Just pointing out that it could be a number of different explanations.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Sep 2009 01:30
Originally posted by Becky Rock Ebony, I've loved your Tangled Web series. I do have a question. Did Galactor have any idea Jason was Joe's son or was it just a coincident he ended up with Dyami/Mark? If they did, that would mean the woman whose name Joe didn't even get knew who she was targeting.I knwo I didn't go into in the story to much, simply because she was meant to be bit of a mystery. (But some more inofmation is found out during the BOTP part of it when G-Force stumble across the demolished base.) But no they didn't know who Jason was, he just matched what they needed when they tested him.( She protested about her son being used in experiments.)The mother had a shady background, and was involved with Galactor through a boyfriend. She slept with Joe because she'd had a fight with her boyfriend...(She's attracted to men who have that demeanor.) not saying any more.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Sep 2009 08:35
Originally posted by EbonyswanneThanks for wetting my whistle. I'm looking forward to more!Originally posted by Becky Rock Ebony, I've loved your Tangled Web series. I do have a question. Did Galactor have any idea Jason was Joe's son or was it just a coincident he ended up with Dyami/Mark? If they did, that would mean the woman whose name Joe didn't even get knew who she was targeting.I knwo I didn't go into in the story to much, simply because she was meant to be bit of a mystery. (But some more inofmation is found out during the BOTP part of it when G-Force stumble across the demolished base.) But no they didn't know who Jason was, he just matched what they needed when they tested him.( She protested about her son being used in experiments.)The mother had a shady background, and was involved with Galactor through a boyfriend. She slept with Joe because she'd had a fight with her boyfriend...(She's attracted to men who have that demeanor.) not saying any more.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Sep 2009 16:15
TJ, I finally got a chance to read your first 2 Ties That Bind stories and they're great. I never could stand Rat Fink Cronus and that dislike transfered to RI when I got to watch Gatchaman.
I like to ask other writers what their inspiration was. How did you come up with the idea RI was a closet goon?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Sep 2009 18:14
I'm glad you're enjoying it, Becky!
I got the idea from this site. We had a discussion (oh, maybe 18 months ago, now) about RI, maybe it was even in the RI 'tribute' thread. We were wondering what if RI was really a Galactor agent. So at first I thought of writing a fic where he somehow escaped the V2 Plan rocket (a la BOTP Zark's 'eject' line) and was then recovered and brainwashed by Galactor. But then I thought about that some more, and realized that he was really acting hateful long before he died.
So then he had to be a Galactor agent from way back when...
In my case, I remember watching Cronus as a kid and just wondering what the whole point was, and why he was even in the show. As an adult, I barely remembered him at first. But when I saw Gatch... man, RI is just so nasty and macho-arrogant... he's got no redeemable qualities whatsoever, except that he's *theoretically* one of the 'good guys'. I hated him like crazy, and that kind of spilled over to Cronus, so I have a couple of BOTP fics where Cronus doesn't come off very well either.
There's another fic I love, called The Secret of Red Impulse (by Lori McDonald) that is another one of my favorites.
In my case, I remember watching Cronus as a kid and just wondering what the whole point was, and why he was even in the show. As an adult, I barely remembered him at first. But when I saw Gatch... man, RI is just so nasty and macho-arrogant... he's got no redeemable qualities whatsoever, except that he's *theoretically* one of the 'good guys'. I hated him like crazy, and that kind of spilled over to Cronus, so I have a couple of BOTP fics where Cronus doesn't come off very well either.
There's another fic I love, called The Secret of Red Impulse (by Lori McDonald) that is another one of my favorites.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Sep 2009 05:58
And we're getting close to the end...
Chapters 13, 14 & 15
aww Tj not sure I want this to end. Am really enjoying it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Sep 2009 07:05
Originally posted by Firebird aww Tj not sure I want this to end. Am really enjoying it.Well... it's done.... Sorry.
Last few chapters...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Sep 2009 08:26
Oh, TJ! I was so enjoying reading your fic but unfortunately I had to halt not having a lot of spare time between work and family! I managed to read up till Chapter 8 and I'm literally looking forward to read all the other Chapters till the end! I love your unique ideas and writing and I am leaving my own fic writing behind just to read yours and also the others' work! I don't feel capable to achieve your standard but perhaps, some day, I finally will have the courage to post some of my work if ever I'll be able to finish some! Keep it up!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Sep 2009 09:58
Marie, I am glad you are enjoying it! As for a 'standard'... there are no standards and no benchmarks here. We all write because we love the characters and enjoy their interactions and adventures. I know whatever you write will be wonderful, because your love for the characters involved will come through.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Sep 2009 10:11
Thanks, TJ!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Dec 2009 13:40
Well, it FINALLY got approved (it's been days... sigh...). Here's the first half of my Christmas fic!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=983&chapter=1
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Dec 2009 14:19
This is great TJ.
I love where it is going, can't wait to read the rest. I hope they approve it quickly.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Dec 2009 12:11
Thanks, CD!
More Chapters
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Dec 2009 13:21
No problem TJ, I am finally finding some time to do some catching up on my reading.
I have so many stories to catch up on UW and Green have been creating all these new stories that I have been too busy to read. I am hoping to download them and read them while I am with my parents (and on dial up) over the break. Assuming everything goes as we would like for Christmas.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Dec 2009 10:39
TJ, I look forward to read your fic and promise to do so as soon as I find time! I'm being up till late during this period of time to finish work in combination with family festive preparations, baking, etc ... thus, no time for reading! As you know I've also had to stop writing my own! I always look forward for one of your fics! Thanks for giving us this pleasure!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Dec 2009 16:37
I hope you enjoy it, Marie!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Dec 2009 16:28
Last chapters are up!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Dec 2009 17:00
I left a review, but I really enjoyed this story TJ. This caring side of Katse is very nice to see. It makes a big change from the heartless monster we see him as in the series.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Dec 2009 18:30
I'm glad you enjoyed it, CD! In many ways, I pity Katse, as Ken did in the series. He could have been a normal person... well, 2 normal people, but X completely warped him, both physically and mentally. While Katse is insane and nasty, I feel that X is the true villain at heart.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Dec 2009 01:24
I'll read it soon TJ!!
Now there was a side to Katse that was more than I expected. Love the story TJ and intrigued by the suggestion for the epilogue.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Dec 2009 08:06
Glad you liked it, FB! I agree, LB's idea is intriguing, but I'm not sure I'm up to another 'Galactor Legacy' fic.
I'm convinced there's a family resemblance...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Dec 2009 05:32
They are certainly very similar! Although what's weird is that Sammie Pandora had darker hair as a child, and blonde hair as an adult...
Since this is the self-promotion thread...
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5578937/1/The_Children_of_Galactor
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=985
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Although what's weird is that Sammie Pandora had darker hair as a child, and blonde hair as an adult...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Dec 2009 11:50
I think you've discovered the secret, LB! I guess she knew that to be part of Galactor, you have to be blonde...
And BTW, you've written a wonderful story!
I guess she knew that to be part of Galactor, you have to be blonde...
And BTW, you've written a wonderful story!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Dec 2009 12:55
LOL
I was thinking the same thing lB. I had a good laugh with what you did.
And yes you have found the correct thread for promoting your work. 
You and TJ both write beautiful stories that make me look at things from other perspectives. Which is exactly what a good story should do.
Thank you.
You and TJ both write beautiful stories that make me look at things from other perspectives. Which is exactly what a good story should do.
Thank you.
Aw, thanks!
Looking at these images of Gel Sadra, has me wondering now if she actually faked her death in episode 52 of Gatch II, later stole Ken's Gatchafencer, and adopted the alias of She-ra (and kept using the Feria, of course)...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Dec 2009 17:20
She-ra looks a little 'gentler' around the eyes... Gel Sadra always looks stressed out and overworked.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Dec 2009 09:15
LB, you made me with your Gel Sadra's hair color trick pic! I also know that, although I'm saving your fic, with others, for a good future read (i.e. when I can read in peace without any hurry or something on my mind still pending!), I will surely be in for a treat! I agree with CD! Your writing and TJ's are most inspiring and enjoyable to read! CD, your writing is also in this lot!
with your Gel Sadra's hair color trick pic! I also know that, although I'm saving your fic, with others, for a good future read (i.e. when I can read in peace without any hurry or something on my mind still pending!), I will surely be in for a treat! I agree with CD! Your writing and TJ's are most inspiring and enjoyable to read! CD, your writing is also in this lot!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Gel Sadra always looks stressed out and overworked.Heh, I guess life is hard when Sosai X is your boss and the Science Ninja Team is the competition!
Originally posted by gatchamarie I also know that, although I'm saving your fic, with others, for a good future read (i.e. when I can read in peace without any hurry or something on my mind still pending!), I will surely be in for a treat!Thanks! I often do that too -wait until I can read a fic straight through without distractions.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Dec 2009 15:26
TJ, Ib, Green, great fics! I left reviews over in Gatchfanfic and just wanted to say here how much I enjoyed the fics as well. Inventive and original.
TJ, I finished reading your "gift" fic last night. What a sweet ending. I loved it. I went to sleep dreaming of Ken/Jun cuteness. 
Can't wait to catch up with all the other newly posted fics, as well.
Can't wait to catch up with all the other newly posted fics, as well.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 Dec 2009 12:15
Glad you enjoyed it, Nuni! And yes, Ken/Jun yumminess was a major inspiration for that one... don't ask me how Katse and his 'interactions' snuck in there...
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Dec 2009 14:43
My fault! She read my fics and her brain started churning.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jan 2010 09:25
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter My fault! She read my fics and her brain started churning.Ah yes, I must give credit where credit is due. I was thinking about Katse having a relationship, and how that might work out, because I was inspired by UW's Geary/Katse fics. But how that made its way into Ken and Jun's romance, I'll never know...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2010 01:00
I'm so excited! I finally can use this thread myself to promote my first ever finalized Gatch fic! I hereby wish to thank TJ again and again for being my first beta and for being an excellent one! If it wasn't for her, I would have not reached this goal alone! I thank her for her patience (your eyes would surely pop out if you see how many corrections were needed to correct my tenses and the many direct translations from the languages I'm used to write with!), for her continuous reliability, and for her constructive amendments and suggestions! She even was considerate enough to correct my mistakes being careful not to alter the way I wished to express myself or the way I wanted the story to go! Thanks again TJ! You're the best teacher! And a big thank you to all of you who have encouraged me and inspired me with your great fics!
Just a small note ... please bear with me for my limited vocabulary! And I know that this story might seem a bit boring for most of you who did not yet have the opportunity to watch Gatch F but I so wish to share it with you all! At last I had the opportunity to express myself and write a sequel to this series ... one of the many that I've pictured in my mind since my childhood, trying to be as realistic as possible! And at last I also have more time to read other fics!
http://gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1017
Just a small note ... please bear with me for my limited vocabulary! And I know that this story might seem a bit boring for most of you who did not yet have the opportunity to watch Gatch F but I so wish to share it with you all! At last I had the opportunity to express myself and write a sequel to this series ... one of the many that I've pictured in my mind since my childhood, trying to be as realistic as possible! And at last I also have more time to read other fics!
http://gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1017
I started a fic called "Seeing Double". Well, it's now finished and you can read it HERE!
Part of the "Generations" arc. Jason is captured and in order to protect his identity, the team must not only rescue him, but convince Zoltar that the person they have is not a member of G-Force.
Lingerie, flirting, mischief and bad jokes (and that's just the Swan!) result in a conclusion that makes at least two people happy.
I have uploaded it to Gatchfanfiction, but it's not available as yet - awaiting vaidation.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2010 04:57
Wow Two new stories to read this weekend. Now I have something to look forward to, once I get this frantic day over with.....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2010 06:35
Marie, your stpry is wonderful, and I am still blown away that you wrote it in English... which is not your first language, or even your second language! If I had to write a story in another language I'm pretty sure I'd drop the ball!
Regardless, you have a wonderful and interesting take on the aftermath of the Gatchaman Fighter series. I enjoyed reading your fic very much!
And Maddy!!!! This is one of your fics that I have been waiting for... seems like forever! I am so glad it is finally done! I may have to slack off on writing this afternoon to read it...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2010 06:45
Thanks, TJ! Hearing this from you is most gratifying and encouraging!
And good to have some more time at hand now! I'll surely try to read your fic this weekend, Maddy, together with those others which I've noted were posted lately at Gatchfanfic!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2010 14:21
Marie, I have spent any spare moment I could find today reading your story and have finally finished it. I was captured and drawn in right from the start you did such a fantastic job creating believable relationships between the characters.
I too am blown away by the fact that you were writing this in a second (or third) language. I know I would not be able to do such a thing myself.
When you said you had a story to share I did not envision anything so extensive or long, Congratulations! I hope we will continue to see more from you.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2010 16:53
Marie, I've only read the first 3 chapters so far, but I like it a lot. You've done a great job. It takes talent to write in a language not your own. I'm still having trouble with my first! Yeah, Marie!
Maddy - I had read the beginning of this and am glad to see more has been posted. I'm off to read it.
Maddy - I had read the beginning of this and am glad to see more has been posted. I'm off to read it.
Ok - I seem to have got my writing mojo back!
Nex Generations chapter is up! Generations Chapter 12
Yes - I do realise that I made a continuity error in Chapter 11 - but I have fixed that here.
Go Maddy! I loved "Seeing Double"! You are such a talented writer!
I need to go and read Marie's latest...and catch up on Generations, too!
It's so nice to be able to relax and catch up on some reading, finally!
Wow! Gatchamarie, that was an incredible story! I am still amazed that you've written it in English, too! You did so well!!
I was getting teary-eyed at the end of the story...you had me worried there for a moment. You've got a very interesting concept about the end of Gatch F...I really like it! (I won't go into any details- don't want to spoil it for anyone else.)
Keep up the great writing!! 
Glad I wasn't the only one getting teary, Springie!
Fantastic job, Gatchamarie! And to write it in a language that's not your first...
Oh Maddy! A female Condor - and the Swan to boot! Such a brilliant idea and I loved how it changed Princess. I doubt if any of us females haven't had to sit through the whole 'what's expected of a lady' BS - certainly one of my generation with a father so typical of his generation! I could certainly relate to how that would affect Princess - and then to dress her up in a PINK miniskirt as well!!! No doubt if Spectra knew and understood, Zoltar would be sending Anderson a gift basket - one that didn't explode...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Feb 2010 23:46
A humble me says many thanks again to all of you! Just yesterday I had been preparing myself for this 
! Phew!! And again I reiterate the fact that receiving good comments from great authors like all of you is very rewarding and encouraging and that without TJ's help my English would have been a disaster! Sorry for always writing on a sad note, but that's me ... I always find that the lovely things in life are more appreciated after undergoing hard times. Now, today, I have to dedicate a whole day to my kids but I promise that I will catch up with reading other fics the very next thing! As to future writings ... right now I'll surely take a long break! Writing this fic was very challenging for me from the very start but I liked the sense of satisfaction at the end! Perhaps, if ever, in the future I'll aim for shorter stories, though! A hug to all!
Just yesterday I had been preparing myself for this ! Phew!! And again I reiterate the fact that receiving good comments from great authors like all of you is very rewarding and encouraging and that without TJ's help my English would have been a disaster! Sorry for always writing on a sad note, but that's me ... I always find that the lovely things in life are more appreciated after undergoing hard times. Now, today, I have to dedicate a whole day to my kids but I promise that I will catch up with reading other fics the very next thing! As to future writings ... right now I'll surely take a long break! Writing this fic was very challenging for me from the very start but I liked the sense of satisfaction at the end! Perhaps, if ever, in the future I'll aim for shorter stories, though! A hug to all!
Gatchamarie, I'll read your story as soon as some drama's in my life settle down. Its wonderful that you decided to write stories, you're wonderful with poetry!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2010 03:28
Thanks, Ebony! I hope that your RL troubles will see their end soon!
I loved your fic, Gatchmarie! I don't know much about GatchF, and will admit to being a BotP gal but this was lovely and angsty and romantic - and everything I love!
Your poem brought me to tears - and really does suit all the incarnations of the Eagle.
Well done!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2010 07:52
Maddy, I really enjoyed reading the rest of your Seeing Double fic, and re-acquainting myself with the beginning! It's wonderful to see a stronger, naughtier side brought out in the Swan.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2010 08:18
Maddy, I really enjoyed rereading Seeing Double and then reading the rest of the story. I love this more confident Princess you are writing about and I hope Mark sticks to his opinion and does not let her slip back to her old "demure" personality.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2010 12:36
Thanks, Maddy! And I've just read the beginning of your Seeing Double fic! What's waiting for me when I continue reading it must be most interesting! I'm loving to see a new side of the Swan! You're so ingenious and talented and you're always able to hook me up with different twists and situations! Oh how I need to make more time for reading!
Originally posted by gatchamarie Oh how I need to make more time for reading!i have been doing a lot of searching for and rereading of some of my favourite fics just recently. I agree one must always make time for reading, even if it is not about our favourite team. Although reading about the team is more enjoyable than some reading I have HAD to do recently.
New fics?
I'll be doing some reading very soon!
I'll be doing some reading very soon!
Maddy...I just read chapter 12- so good, so good!! But you've left me wanting more!! I'm feeling sorry for poor Mark- but at the same time, I can understand Jason and Princess' feelings, too. I just *have* to read what happens next! Glad you've got your mojo back!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2010 18:12
Maddy just as Springie says. I am always left wanting more of Generations. I want to see issues resolved - one way or another for everyone.
Chapter 13 is actually well under way. It's a lot longer than the other chapters, and touches on some "family" issues.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Feb 2010 20:15
Sounds good to me!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2010 22:18
Originally posted by clouddancerI can't agree more and I so wish to! In the past I wouldn't have slept a single night before reading something from a book! But, now, things have changed! With two kids always demanding from us, a job that takes all my time when I'm not dedicating it to my children, special days to dedicate to my elder dad and extra curriculum activities which leave me exhausted at the end of the day, it's rather difficult these times! Not leaving out a nagging husband!Originally posted by gatchamarie Oh how I need to make more time for reading!I agree one must always make time for reading, even if it is not about our favourite team.
Ok - Chapter 13 up. It's a longie!!
Here you go!
I've also started to post this at Gatchafanfic.
Woohoo! Time to break out the popcorn! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2010 09:47
Way to go Maddy, I am really enjoying reading about the closeness and how you detail the relationship feelings in these last few chapters.
You keep me wanting more .....
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2010 12:22
Maddy ... I've finally read Generations up till Chapter 13! Wonderful! I could feel the characters' angst and feelings myself ... all the feelings! And I so felt for the Eagle, not leaving out the others' interlinking sufferings too. I join CD in saying how much I enjoyed the detailed relationship between family members and I'm looking forward for more ... hope you'll keep adding to this fic! I wish to know more about the Swan's choice!
I'm glad that you're all enjoying what I've been writing.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Feb 2010 16:31
More great Generations, Maddy.
I'll leave my comments on Gatchfanfic. I don't want to ruin it for anyone here who hasn't read it yet.
.... and another 2 chapters ready to go up as well.
They're up on Gatchfanfic - whoo hoo!!!
Oh, Maddy.... *sniff* can't wait for more!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Feb 2010 14:00
Wow Maddy two chapters in one day you really are in a writing frenzy.
Thr story is just flowing at the moment. Though I've just abandoned a chapter that isn't working - which is a pity as it involved the team and the Fledglings. I may leave it and turn it into a vignette at some time - but it just didn't add anything and was clumsy.
And watch out - we're about to get some Mark/Princess explosions!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Feb 2010 00:26
Can't wait, Maddy!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Feb 2010 05:45
Great stuff Maddy, I look forward to reading this tonight when the site is not blocked by my server.
I'm really proud of a vignette I wrote today. It came up from a discussion with Tiylaya (who is one of three people to have read my original Generations outline) and builds on the scene with Mark's interface and the Phoenix.
At FF.net you can read it HERE
and at Gatchafanfic HERE
The next is another Generations vignette (as is Phoenix) but from Vivian - Jason and Princess' daughter. I like Vivian - but she has a chip on her shoulder the size of Ayers Rock.
At ff.net it is HERE
and at Gatchafanfic HERE
*cough, cough*
A little birdie told me that a certain Condor's new fic is up at Gatchfanfic...
Since LB hasn't done it herself I think it's somewhat appropriate that one of her Clan mates gives you the link...
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1030
But don't tell LB it was me, just in case - a Condor's revenge is a terrible thing to behold....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Mar 2010 06:41
I won't tell her...
But yes, it's a great fic, and well-worth reading.
But yes, it's a great fic, and well-worth reading.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2010 07:28
Thank you for posting the link Green. I think she is a little busy at the moment probably why she forgot to give us the link herself.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2010 12:46
Thanks for informing us, Green! Ooops ... I think it's too late! You've surely been uncovered!
It's been a couple of days since I've peeked in Gatchfanfic as RL is a bit more hectic than usual lately! But I'm glad to hear there's a new fic of LB's! I'll gladly read it one of these forthcoming days! To be honest, I can hardly wait!
Thanks, fellow-Condor-Green! No revenge needed!
The last time I submitted something at gatchfanfic, it was a few days before it got posted. It sure happened quick this time!
The last time I submitted something at gatchfanfic, it was a few days before it got posted. It sure happened quick this time!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2010 18:19
LB- I'm getting there I have line up of real reading to do!
No rush!
I've got a queue of things to read too.
As of 14.30 tomorrow I'm on three weeks holiday! Want to guess what I plan on doing a lot of???
There's a whole lot of fics that I can't read in one sitting because I don't have the time - less than 24 hours, time is all I'll have!
It also means I'll have lots of time to beta Becky's fic (hint, hint, miss Becky! )
It also means I'll have lots of time to beta Becky's fic (hint, hint, miss Becky! )
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Mar 2010 06:38
WTG, Green! I hope you have a great holiday!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2010 11:21
Originally posted by Transmute Jun WTG, Green! I hope you have a great holiday!Same here, Green!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Mar 2010 14:05
Sorry Green. I started checking what I'd typed in (it's all written in long hand) so far and realized I'd made a big boo-boo. I'll try to fix it tonight and get what I have so far to you.
Originally posted by gatchamarieThank you - it's the first holiday I've had in nearly two years. If I didn't love my job I would be a wreck by now! Becky - I got it with no problem opening the file. Love it so far and I want more!!Originally posted by Transmute Jun WTG, Green! I hope you have a great holiday!Same here, Green!
Um... there's seems to be a theme going on over at Gatchfanfic...
'Recipe for Disaster' by our own LB has been very quickly followed by 'Icing on the Cake' by TJ.
Now, be prepared for my next fic 'Dusting my Oven, 'coz that's all that's gonna happen to it'. It's a heart-warming piece from an OC's POV. Don't expect birdies or mecha - there is a possibility of assistance of the feline sort since they're a nosy bunch...
Oh, just some help required though. How do I know if the oven's turned on? And if it is, is that a good thing? Wow - it's getting a little PWP, huh?
And I really want to know what's in these M&M's because I've got some really strange plot points running around my head...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Mar 2010 07:43
LOL... there was a recipe theme for the February issue of Birdscramble. I think there will likely be a few more recipe fics coming to light soon....
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Mar 2010 09:16
Since you and LB did such a good job, I am looking forward to reading some of these other stories.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Mar 2010 06:29
Okay, here's a little ficlet from me. This was my 'blue paper' (i.e. 'naughty') submission for the February Birdscramble.
Forbidden Fruit
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Mar 2010 07:18
Yey! Another TJ ficcie to read! By its name it's already interesting! Will read it as soon as I can!
Three more chapters of "Generations" up at both ff.net and Gatchafanfic
In these you will find:
- Jason and Princess have the mother of all arguments
- Mark gives orders about Cronus and Jason hopes he'll get the chance to carry them out
- you get to meet the TRUE love of Priness' life
- Jason fulfills an ambition
- pieces of a Spectran puzzle fall into place
- Anderson reminds his team that he is retired (and would like to stay that way)
Phew!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 10:46
Originally posted by Madilayn Three more chapters of "Generations" up at both ff.net and Gatchafanfic
Tj, your latest ficcies are fantastic, as usual! I highly recommend that everyone get reading!
I'm going to mosey over and take a look at Maddy's latest now!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 11:59
I just read the next 3 chapters, Maddy. Wonderful. I was wondering when the situation would get to Jason.
Hard decisions to be made.
I am off to read as well Maddy.
Here is the direct link to this story at the archives. More for my use but if any one else wants it as well.
Generations Chapter 18
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 12:56
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Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 12:57
Why does this not post the way it looks in Word? Or in this messge box, for that matter?
Going to cuss out the computer again.
* chortles* Very funny, Becky. A genuine "I told you so" moment for Jason.
The only issue I have with it is your use of American. Throught the series, it was pretty much set that this was international - or rather interpalentary, rather than American.
President Kane is President of the Intergalactic Federation - so it is those taxpayers that would be footing the biill.
I think if you just change that outlook from America to Federation and then EArth (when you're talking about attitudes to Disney) then you'll have it spot on!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Mar 2010 13:27
Nice, lighthearted ficlet, Becky! I love the muse behind it!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 14:00
Great ficlet Becky!
I can see this fitting in with your G-Force at the circus story. You might have a small series going here.
Next G-Force visits the worlds biggest ball of Cheese. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Mar 2010 18:16
Originally posted by clouddancer Next G-Force visits the worlds biggest ball of Cheese.You mean, they have an Eagle Riders marathon? *Ba dum ding*
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 18:28
Originally posted by Madilayn * chortles* Very funny, Becky. A genuine "I told you so" moment for Jason. The only issue I have with it is your use of American. Throught the series, it was pretty much set that this was international - or rather interpalentary, rather than American. President Kane is President of the Intergalactic Federation - so it is those taxpayers that would be footing the biill. I think if you just change that outlook from America to Federation and then EArth (when you're talking about attitudes to Disney) then you'll have it spot on!Maddy, I used Amercian because Mickey Mouse is very American and I made Jason not. I probably could have been just as effective taking that little blurb out, but it was stuck in my head.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 18:30
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Nice, lighthearted ficlet, Becky! I love the muse behind it!The muse was high on pain medication, TJ.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Here's my short drug induced fic.Um, can I have some of those drugs! Great ficlet, Becky! And, Maddy, thank you for something to occupy me while I do laundry tomorrow!
Haahahaha...very eeevil, Becky! I was cracking up at the visuals in your ficlet- The giant Epcot ball rolling past...I'll bet it reminded them of the mecha ball!!
And Maddy...your latest chapters are intense!! You were right about Princess/ Jason's argument!! WOW!! Can't wait for more!
That's the problem with being with the Condor. He's not gonna back down - even when he knows he's being an ass! I have one more chapter that I am adding a bit to - on the recommendation of my beta.
You will notice that Generations is fairly light on smut - it's going to be a bit heavier because there are three areas coming up where sex is an absolute integral part of the story - both actually and metaphorically.
Still - not going to be too racy for FF.net (which is my definition of going light on smut - if I can post it there it's not explicit...).
I'd also like to let you all know that this universe is open for vignettes. AFter all - there are things alluded to in the main story that could do with telling, and there are 15 fledglings to play with as well (just WHY was Jason holding the Sergeant by the collar?)
So feel free to contact me for information about the universe and feel free to dive in. All I ask is that I read if first to make sure that it doesn't contradict anything I have planned.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Mar 2010 22:23
Great ficlet, Becky! You've got me the whole time! And I have to compliment TJ and Maddy again for theirs! I've already left my comments back on Gatchfanfic but I can never stop complimenting such authors!
the whole time! And I have to compliment TJ and Maddy again for theirs! I've already left my comments back on Gatchfanfic but I can never stop complimenting such authors!
Generations is quite the saga, Maddy! Bravo on not only attempting such a large work, but on keeping it going without losing its' focus. I can't wait for the next chapter!
Thanks Green and Becky. Actually - Generations is not as big as it was originally gong to be! The main fic was actually gong to be 3 fics!!
But as a writer, I can't stress enough the importance of having an honest Beta. I got caught out once with a Beta who didn't give me honest constructive criticism, and ended up abandoning a fic when I realised it had descended into waffling.
My current beta, Maevenly, is a real gem. She admits to being a fan, but that doesn't stop her from hitting me about the head when she feels I need it. (her most frequent is "stop starting sentences with "and").
Originally posted by Madilayn AFter all - there are things alluded to in the main story that could do with telling, and there are 15 fledglings to play with as well (just WHY was Jason holding the Sergeant by the collar?)Um, since when does the Condor need a reason...? To do anything...?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2010 06:27
Originally posted by Transmute JunExcept in Becky's Universe the G-Force is the BOTP team.Originally posted by clouddancer Next G-Force visits the worlds biggest ball of Cheese.You mean, they have an Eagle Riders marathon? *Ba dum ding*
She has combined both Gatch and BOTP teams. I think that is why I like her stories.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2010 15:51
At the moment I've stopped writing altogether.(Got a bit burnt out from doing long series.)
I suppose its creating more time for reading all the wonderful new stories that are being posted.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2010 16:08
Originally posted by clouddancerYou're talking about my OAV/BotP crossover where Ken and Mark are brothers and Joe and Jason are brothers. Speaking about that, I need to get back to The Simple Things in Life.Originally posted by Transmute JunExcept in Becky's Universe the G-Force is the BOTP team.Originally posted by clouddancer Next G-Force visits the worlds biggest ball of Cheese.You mean, they have an Eagle Riders marathon? *Ba dum ding*
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Mar 2010 16:19
Originally posted by clouddancer Except in Becky's Universe the G-Force is the BOTP team.Yes, I know. This was just my lame joke, implying that Eagle Riders was cheesy.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Mar 2010 16:29
Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd as usual I missed out on that, seeing only what was being said, not what was being said BEHIND the words. Of course it may have helped if I knew anything about ER to know that it is "cheesy."Originally posted by clouddancer Except in Becky's Universe the G-Force is the BOTP team.Yes, I know. This was just my lame joke, implying that Eagle Riders was cheesy.
Originally posted by clouddancerIt is a little - I'm about half way through watching ER. Defenders of the Global Good pfffffffffffft! It probably doesn't help that Mark/Ken/Hunter seems to have Jason's voice (complete with a touch of whine)!Originally posted by Transmute JunAnd as usual I missed out on that, seeing only what was being said, not what was being said BEHIND the words. Of course it may have helped if I knew anything about ER to know that it is "cheesy."Originally posted by clouddancer Except in Becky's Universe the G-Force is the BOTP team.Yes, I know. This was just my lame joke, implying that Eagle Riders was cheesy.
Green - have I missed where your fic "Cookies" is?? Can somebody post a link?
Originally posted by Madilayn Green - have I missed where your fic "Cookies" is?? Can somebody post a link?http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1035
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Mar 2010 06:43
Originally posted by green It is a little - I'm about half way through watching ER. Defenders of the Global Good pfffffffffffft! It probably doesn't help that Mark/Ken/Hunter seems to have Jason's voice (complete with a touch of whine)!Some episodes are worse than others. And Hunter does have Joe's voice. OAV Joe.
Generally though, you can only really tell when Hunter gets mad and starts shouting... which isn't as often as you might think.
Hmmm... maybe I need to find a sample of thjat for my ER site...
I got smuttily inspired. Here is a little bit of smutty fluff for the Mark/Princess fans.
Take a Lifetime
And why can't we have Condor all the time???
Originally posted by Transmute Jun And Hunter does have Joe's voice. OAV Joe.I actually like Richard Cansino (OAV Joe) voice characterisation for Joe. It suits the look of the character. Sort of sexy bad boy growl....... And Green - Condor all the time is good. Except when the Eagle is looking for a little alone time with his Swan.
I liked it for Joe in the OAV, but it doesn't really suit Ken, sorry, Hunter. It gets this whiny quality that, believe it or not, I just can't see him with...
SJ_SwanJun
Forum Goddess
posted 17 Mar 2010 07:14
Originally posted by Madilayn I got smuttily inspired. Here is a little bit of smutty fluff for the Mark/Princess fans. Take a LifetimeYeehaaa!! So glad I have you on my ff.net alert list ... what a neat start to my morning.. It is confirmed that I am not registered to gatch as I don't have access to it there... But off that and on to what I thought of it... I loved this! How awesome was this? I do say that you are my absolute favourite smut writer... you get it just right... right at the peak of pure eroticism-no-holds-barred hotness, yet totally fluffy at the same time. I never feel squeamish with your smut, like I can with others (even my own at times)... This was just sensational! I love how, for once, it was the girl getting caught and not the guy!! heh heh ... go Princess! Girls succumb to self satisfaction more often than they are given credit ... so thanks for going there. Thanks for sharing -- and for writing -- this one! I totally loved it!! Now... at the bottom of the page it says "page 1 of 8" does this mean there is more coming?? SJ
No not more coming for this one - just the footer going haywire. Glad you all liked it.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Mar 2010 11:10
Originally posted by SJ_SwanJunWell if you really wanted to register that should be easily enough solved. I seem to recall when the site was first set up one of the admin (Julieann?) mentioning something about uploading stories for members from the old site and then when they returned a password could be supplied. Does anyone else remember that? Anyways I am sure a contact to the admin would solve your problem SJ, if you really wanted ... but you seem to be enjoying FF.net so much more. DoOriginally posted by Madilayn I got smuttily inspired. Here is a little bit of smutty fluff for the Mark/Princess fans. Take a LifetimeIt is confirmed that I am not registered to gatch as I don't have access to it there...
SJ -- contact the admin at gatchfanfic! CD is right with the efiction script all they need is your current email and they can send you a temporary password.
When it comes to archive scripts ff.net is a like the original Honda Civics, it will get you were you want to go; however, efiction is somewhere between a Mustang or a Camero and BMW, it will get you were you want to go in style and a lot faster with more control.
And you won't have to worry about the ff.net censors, which I don't complain about as my son reads there, but they can be harsh and fast and don't always give adequate warning before blocking your account. This happened to several HP authors; but that fandom has a wider age range than ours does.
Yeah - I agree Amethyst. In fact I am worried that my new one is pusing the boundaries for ff.net
Sometimes, though, the mods at ff.net seem to have a bit of a vendetta against an author.
I've also seen instances though of where the posted fic is so against the rules and yet nothing happens - even when it's been reported multiple times.
I've seen that, too Maddy. Some author's can't buy a break there, yet others can post full out porn with no issue. But then again, I do wonder if they take the average of fandom members into the equation or if the just like some authors/fandoms better than others.
I actually took all of my HP fics off ff.net. Not for political reasons against ff.net, but for the security of a moderated site that can restrict underage viewing.
Originally posted by SJ_SwanJun right at the peak of pure eroticism-no-holds-barred hotness, yet totally fluffy at the same time. I never feel squeamish with your smut, like I can with others (even my own at times)...That's the effect I always try for - I definitey write my smut for women because I can't just separate the emotions from the sex! (one exception seems to be a current WIP that is Jun/Egobossler - although I note some emotions getting in there). I understand what you say about the squeamish - and my rule is that if I feel uncomfortable writing it, then I stop and delete. On the other hand, I can promise you that I've made myself blush at times... And no - I don't know where it comes from. I must have a very smut-fertile imagination! I am glad you enjoyed it SJ. It was going to be the missle bay - but that's been done (by you I believe) and it seemed more believable that she'd make an excuse to go to "her" area. Hmmmm..... could have been an interesting metaphor though if she had gone to the G1 bay.....
Miss Maddy! You have a new fic over at Gatchfanfic you haven't told us about....
I have to tell you, it might be short, but it certainly packed a punch for me. Can't explain it, it just did.
* blushes* I've only just posted it. I actually wrote this one almost 6 years ago and have no idea why I never posted it!
I intended it to pack a punch - it was not only one mf my first Gatch fics, but the first fic I had ever written where I looked at "before" the series.
Anyway - at FF.net at Bird Go at ff.net
And Gatchafanfic: Bird Go at Gatchafanfic
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2010 05:33
Maddy I really liked that story. When I read one of your stories I can see why I stopped writing, you say things and express opinions that happen in my AU and do it so much better than I ever could.
Originally posted by clouddancer When I read one of your stories I can see why I stopped writing, you say things and express opinions that happen in my AU and do it so much better than I ever could.Bollocks. Reread this as someone who didn't write it and you will see how wrong you are about not being good. Christmas Wishes
Cloud, Green is 100% right. Christmas Wishes is an incredibly powerful story. (I'vejust left you a review).
Good writing is a matter of doing a lot of writing and setting yourself writing challenges.
I always write from the heart - if I don't believe in what I'm writing, I don't write it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Mar 2010 06:35
That's a wonderful fic, Maddy! Thank yo ufor sharing it with us!
And CD, you should know by now that I'm going to you with my new electric whip until you start realizing how wonderful your oown writing is! Everyone has a different style and way of expressing themselves, and that's the way it should be! If everyone wrote in exactly the same way, then the fanfic would be rather boring, wouldn't it?
you with my new electric whip until you start realizing how wonderful your oown writing is! Everyone has a different style and way of expressing themselves, and that's the way it should be! If everyone wrote in exactly the same way, then the fanfic would be rather boring, wouldn't it?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2010 06:47
What I am trying to say is I do not need to write about the emotional (and psychic pain?) the team feels when they go through transmute. Maddy has expressed it so well.
I don't need to write about the connection the team feels to the Phoenix - or at least they feel when in Firey mode because Maddy has already written it.
I can't think of other moments right now, I am in the middle of dealing with a class full of kids, but there are other events.
Every time I think I am looking at something new, some one else comes up with a way to say it that is so much better.
There are different ways to express those feelings you just listed, CD...I'm sure that I have reiterated other people's ideas in many of my fics (I know I have), but they were stated in my own style, for the purpose of getting my story across.
I love your style, CD...and even though Maddy has written it (exceptionally, I might add), it doesn't mean that you can't express those feelings/ moments in your fics just as effectively.
I just read your latest, Mads, and it is wonderful! I have to admit, it never occurred to me that transmutation might be painful! I'll add a comment later (headed off to a dr. appt. with my son).
Originally posted by clouddancer What I am trying to say is I do not need to write about the emotional (and psychic pain?) the team feels when they go through transmute. Maddy has expressed it so well. I don't need to write about the connection the team feels to the Phoenix - or at least they feel when in Firey mode because Maddy has already written it. Every time I think I am looking at something new, some one else comes up with a way to say it that is so much better.In your opinion, honey. You have an AU, if these moments are important in it then by all that's holy - write them! So what if the concept is out there already - they aren't in your AU! They aren't in your words, and I doubt if they are exactly as you imagine those moments to be... What I'm trying to say is I wasn't the first person to get our birdies stoned, but because I imagined the situation and the outcome to be different to what I've read, I ended up with a fic that's different. Do I think that what I've read is superior to mine? No. Do I think what I wrote is superior? Again, No. Merely different - because it came from my point of view with my opinion of how it would be. As TJ said, if everyone wrote in exactly the same way then fanfic would be boring. So maybe you feel that someone has beaten you to the punch so to speak, but don't let it stop you from exploring the same concepts in your own way!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2010 07:32
Thank you everyone.
What I am focusing on right now, in my writing, is a very dark area so getting to some of these "fun" areas Maddy is writing about will take me a while to write .... especially if I continue at the rate I am going ... by the time I get to write this concept Maddy just explored it will not be so fresh in my mind or in anyone else's.
So glad our gentle handling of the situation made you see sense, Cloud!
: prods Cloud: Now you've gotten me all embarrassed Cloud.
Exploring the reaction of the team when they transmute isn't new - I've seen it explored before. Rory's done a fic on it (Ok - it's slash but...) that takes it in quite a different direction.
I got my idea from a throwaway line in another fic that mentioned that the first time it hurt - and for the life of me I can't remember what that fic was (it was some time ago).
I then also realised that with the pain would also really be the first time that Ken would really have to take command of his team and order them to push through the pain to their goal.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Mar 2010 09:08
Maddy ... that last fic of yours is wonderful! Full of emotion ... full of inner and outer turmoil and pain which is dealt with like a team ... like a family!
CD ... the others are right! You write divinely and you have your own style as others do. Writing, like drawing, is how one manages to express himself/herself ... his/her own feelings! No matter how you write something, most importantly is that you write if from your heart! And you know just how to do it! Even if the same subjects that you're thinking about have already been tackled by someone else, it doesn't mean that you cannot have a go and try to describe or explain them differently or enhancing them.
My very own problem in this fanfic writing is the language ... sometimes I can't express myself well when writing ... sometimes I just cannot write what I'm thinking and feeling just by the lack of linguistic knowledge and I also feel somehow inferior, so I can understand you, CD, in some way! But, nevertheless, I don't restrain myself to write something, now and then! It's another way to communicate and express oneself and it's also very liberating and satisfying! As long as there's somebody that can understand what I write, I'll write! Perhaps some of you can take some Italian or Maltese lessons ... only then I can satisfy to the full! And you surely do not have this problem, CD! So please do not hesitate any more! Please do give us the joy to read more of your fics!
SJ_SwanJun
Forum Goddess
posted 25 Mar 2010 14:57
Mads ... I just caught your fic at FF.net ...
Wow .... just ... wow!
Damn I love reading your work. How you can fit so much into so little just astounds me. It may have only been, like 500 or so words, but it had more oomph and said much more than some fics that are thousands of words long!
Brilliant little piece. One of the best I've read in a long while.
I'm with you in that it would have to hurt the first time ... it would have to... (uh, what are we talking about again?? ... LOL!)
Having to build their own resistance to the pressures of the energies surrounding a transmutation makes perfect sense, and is totally believable. Good on Ken for gritting his teeth and being man enough to make them all run through it over and over again ...
Thanks for this. You rock!
SJ
I must admit that I tend to set myself a challenge to use as few words as possible in a fic to get what I want to convey across.
It also comes from doing a lot of online writing - after all I've been writing for 10 years as Embrodiery Editor over at Bellaonline.com.
Did you know that the average person will only read between 500 - 600 words online (about the size of a page on the screen). Unless they are really interested, they will tune out if they have to scroll down.
That's why you see a lot of seemingly short articles on the net, or longer ones broken into multiple articles.
So - I guess over the years I have learned to say what I want with fewer, but more descriptive, words.
But I'm absolutely thrilled that you are all enjoying what I write - and that I am getting across my meanings and emotions as I intend.
Maddy, that is a great fic! I R/R'd it this morning.
CD, not even Shakespeare had original ideas. Now considering how prolific the man was, and how many words written since him, do you think any of us have a prayers chance of being "original". Put your stories out there, let the readers judge. This fandom is very supportive and if an idea doesn't come across as well as intended we are far more likely to hit the back button than flame like some other fandoms (;cough;harrypotter;cough; ).
I hear you Amethyst. One of my favorite "non" reviews came from HP fandom where somebody just cut and pasted an article on Mary Sue's into the review field of my fic.
Now - I'm as game as the next person and if somebody thinks a character is a Mary Sue - tell me. But also tell me why you think so. My anger at this person wasn't because they thought it was a Mary Sue, but because they didn't give anything constructive at all.
I later found out that this person did the same to ANY fic that had an original character in it.
Another aside - people always think that Shakespeare is such high art theater. In reality, Shakespeare was writing the Elizabethan equivalent of Soap Opera.
His plays were always written for the lowest common denominator and, what we think of as his plays, were actuallly heavily re-written during the 19th century to remove a lot of the bawdiness in them.
Shakespeare's plays are good - he was a master wordsmith and that really shows. But the only reason that they survived is that they were some of the earliest English plays to be printed.
When you see manuscripts from the time, or the early editions of the book, you see that the plays were rather smuttier than what we know.
See - hobby of historical re-enactment has come in handy again.
... we now return you to your regularly scheduled birdies...
High Theater? There was such a thing in Elizabethan England?
I used him as the most prolific international author I could think of, though I do love his work.
Though, not nearly as much of the smut has been removed, we just don't always catch it or think that was what he was thinking.
I thought Julius Caesar to sophomores in small groups and made them name their groups. One of the brightest groups had decided on Fallacies for a name, but began talking about the sexual references in Romeo & Juliet (the freshman play), as I happened to walk by. Not being able to pass it up I suggested that the spell their name with a ph Phallacies. One student picked it up and had fun explaining it to the rest of the students, no one other than that group caught the reference.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Mar 2010 01:49
Maddy I sometimes think the moment people see "original character" that unless the character is a totall bad guy then they assume they must be a "Mary Sue." I try not to get caught up in it too much. An original character is there to compliment the theme of the story, its when they take over or are better than the cannon characters it becomes distracting... my view anyway...
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Mar 2010 03:15
Originally posted by amethyst High Theater? There was such a thing in Elizabethan England? I used him as the most prolific international author I could think of, though I do love his work. Though, not nearly as much of the smut has been removed, we just don't always catch it or think that was what he was thinking. I thought Julius Caesar to sophomores in small groups and made them name their groups. One of the brightest groups had decided on Fallacies for a name, but began talking about the sexual references in Romeo & Juliet (the freshman play), as I happened to walk by. Not being able to pass it up I suggested that the spell their name with a ph Phallacies. One student picked it up and had fun explaining it to the rest of the students, no one other than that group caught the reference.How about 'Phallusies'?
Well, I was dealing with 10th graders in a public school in the nearest thing to an inner city without being in Oakland, Richmond, or San Francisco, so I was still trying to be subtle and have a more direct reference to the original word. But, I'll remember that if I ever get my MA and teach at the community college.
You know when you get a story in your head that demands to be written? More than the usual plot puppy?
Well that happened to me today. The idea came from a discussion on this board about the "unseen" moments of Mark and Princess and just why was it so easy for Jason to talk Mark out of suicide in "The Fierce Flowers".
I know it's cliched - but what I've done is a sort of episode re-write from Mark's POV of "THe Fierce Flowers".
It's at Gatchafanfic at: Fiercer than Flowers at Gatchamania
And at FF.net at: Fiercer than Flowers at FF.net
Well, I've got to go and check that out.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Mar 2010 13:03
Splendid, Maddy! Do you have any tissues left?!
I'm glad you all enjoyed. It was rather more angsty than I normally get but then this ep was all about Mark's angst.
I've been polishing some fics that have been sitting for a while and starting to upload them.
Anyway this is called "Visiting Zark" What is the real reason the Mark and Princess visit Zark so often??
Read it at ff.net: Visiting Zark at FF.ner
Read it at Gatchafanfic: Visiting Zark at Gatchafanfic
Oh, Maddy - left you a review at Gatchfanfic, but I will say once more - you scared the life out of me with the beginning of the second to last sentence! Was your phrasing deliberate???
Originally posted by green Oh, Maddy - left you a review at Gatchfanfic, but I will say once more - you scared the life out of me with the beginning of the second to last sentence! Was your phrasing deliberate???You had better believe it! *snorts* as if anybody could keep a secret from a Condor though.
You be EVIL!!!
But, I agree - Condor sees all.....
Originally posted by green You be EVIL!!!.I do my humble best....
I've finally finished and posted the short story that I was working on a few months ago.
Here's the link:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1056
Yay!! New reading material from Amethyst! *scuttles off*
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Apr 2010 15:17
You did a terrific job on this, Amethyst!
Ste asked me to write something for him - so I did.
Jun/Joe goodness set during Gatch II.
Read it at:
"Just as Human" at FF.met
"Just as Human" at Gatchafanfic
Thank you, TJ!
Maddy that was awesome. Thank you for sharing. Ste, thank you for making her write it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Apr 2010 15:51
I'm always a sucker for a Swan and a cyborg Condor! Tat was great, Maddy!
Amethyst - I loved your fic. And with that pic as inspiration....
TJ - thanks. Gatch II gives just so much scope for Swan/Condor because we actually get to see Ken interact romantically with other woman (especially aftr the Andes episode).
IMHO - only the OAV's have as much Swan/Condor love!
Amethyst - Yuuuummmmmeeeeeeeee!
Maddy - Aaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh!
Two Condor fics in a day makes this little Condor happy!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Apr 2010 13:00
Amethyst and Maddy ... thank you both for two awesome fics regarding the Condor!
Amy ... you literally have managed to bring to life that priceless pic, pixel by pixel!
Maddy, although I'm more into the Swan/Eagle relationship, I always could see Jun with Joe also, and you managed to make me feel the same emotions I would have liked the Swan to share with Ken! Well ... Jun was fortunate enough to be able to choose from two of the best! I also could see Joe in a more interesting way in Gatch II, when he had become a cyborg, and his character changed a lot, becoming more mysterious from the secretive person he had been before!
Great job, girls!
Part of Springie's RAFT challenge.
Here we go - yes, it's fluffy. And a little angsty. And part of the Generations arc.
Until Death do us Part at Gatchafanfic
Until Death do us Part at ff.net
... andso my ebil plan to turn Green into a hopeless romantic continues...
Oh that was lovely, Maddy! I just left a review...you've made me so glad that I issued that challenge!
It wasn't a wedding but..... Thought love letter would be almost as good...
Promise you, though, the wedding fic is coming.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Apr 2010 09:00
That was great, Maddy! You always know how to satisfy a romantic person like me! I think I'll try to show it to my DH ... perhaps he'll learn something from it! Well ... to give him credit he does know how to show his love in other ways ... but not in words!
Well ... to give him credit he does know how to show his love in other ways ... but not in words!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Apr 2010 14:07
Originally posted by amethyst I've finally finished and posted the short story that I was working on a few months ago. Here's the link: http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1056Amythest... I loved it and I posted a response. You did a beautiful job.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Apr 2010 14:08
Maddy I loved your two new fics.
Great work, and I think you are doing a good job at turning Green to the swoony side. She needs some softening up.
Just letting you all know - Chapter 21 of Generations is up at FF.net and Gatchafanfic.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Apr 2010 18:26
Once again another fantastic chapter Maddy .... you never fail to capture my attention and make me feel exactly what the characters are feeling.
Your introspective thinking Jason does about how Mark found the strength to survive is so similar to what I am writing right now in one of my stories it is scary. Once again you beat me to the posting though.
Great chapter, Maddy!
OHOHOHOHOHOH - gotta go---------- ziiip------------>
*sniffle*
Oh, Maddy......
DAMMIT!
..... and Green slides ever further down the slippery slope towards "hopeless romantic"...
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2010 03:44
I do not have any time to read today but I'm itching to read this chapter, Maddy! Just looking forward! Now I'm back to work!
I will NOT slip any further, dammit.
Ah, that's better...
Ah, that's better...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2010 05:02
Originally posted by green I will NOT slip any further, dammit.I don't think that is going to work Green, Maddy will just find another way to "encourage" your slide.
I shall fight with tooth and nail - I shall NOT become a soppy romantic, I don't care what sweet fics Maddy and TJ send my way!
I won't do it, I tells ya.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2010 12:46
Originally posted by green I shall NOT become a soppy romantic, I don't care what sweet fics Maddy and TJ send my way! I won't do it, I tells ya.I think you've already become one, Green, even if you do not want to admit it! ... with all the tissues that you're using ...!!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Apr 2010 12:47
Another great chapter, Maddy! See ... it's late at night here and I couldn't wait for tomorrow to read it!
Originally posted by green I shall fight with tooth and nail - I shall NOT become a soppy romantic, I don't care what sweet fics Maddy and TJ send my way! I won't do it, I tells ya.* looks up from where she and TJ are busily greasing the slope* Sorry, Green? You say something?? I'm glad that you all enjoyed the chapter though. And again - I am totally indebted to TJ who kick started me wit the mild smut it contained. Sorry TJ if you were hoping it was some Swan/Eagle action!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Apr 2010 14:05
Originally posted by green I shall fight with tooth and nail - I shall NOT become a soppy romantic, I don't care what sweet fics Maddy and TJ send my way!Is that a challenge? P.S. Do you prefer Eagle or Condor with your Swan?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Apr 2010 14:06
Originally posted by Madilayn I'm glad that you all enjoyed the chapter though. And again - I am totally indebted to TJ who kick started me wit the mild smut it contained. Sorry TJ if you were hoping it was some Swan/Eagle action!Nope! Knowing it was Generations, I was pulling for Jason/Princess action, so it worked out beautifully! I'm still rooting for Jason to end up with Princess, rather than the threesome, thing, although I'm guessing that's a long shot.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm still rooting for Jason to end up with Princess, rather than the threesome, thing, although I'm guessing that's a long shot.It is. In my original outline, though, that was the intention, but it just ended up being a tragedy - and I really didn't want that. And I had an Eagle with a big pokey stick saying no. Funnily enough, this is all before I started to write "Bruise"
Originally posted by Transmute JunSeriously, do you really have to ASK???Originally posted by green I shall fight with tooth and nail - I shall NOT become a soppy romantic, I don't care what sweet fics Maddy and TJ send my way!Is that a challenge? P.S. Do you prefer Eagle or Condor with your Swan?
?
Well, I happen to know you don't really mind a bit of both...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Apr 2010 07:39
Well, but you never know. I know Condor fans who prefer the Eagle with the Swan, and Condor to be with someone else, or just be angsty and alone... ah well, I'll see what I can do for you.
[unrecoverable text]
*swoonies*
grumble, grumble
Damn the pair of you!
Okay, Green, go see what you make of my RAFT response.
Very nice, TJ!! Angsty yet promising.
I loved the ending! Though, the action in the beginning is a bit harder for me to follow as I've not seen much of Gatch F. It makes it more challenging for me to picture the characters and the weapons for some reason.
Originally posted by amethystActually, it's from Gatch II. I cheated: this is an excerpt from my story Burdens. It's like my Inhibitions fic, but there's no smut. Just romantic angst wrapped around our 'woe-is-me-I'm -a-cyborg' birdie.
Lovely! It was so nice (and swoony) to read that again, TJ !
Okay, I feel better now. I remember that ending, but the action sequence in the beginning seemed out of place and I thought it was just my unfamiliarity with the next evolution of the series. Now, I'm thinking I need to reread Burdens as soon as I get a free moment.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Apr 2010 00:14
What a lovely extract of "Burdens" to describe Joe's feelings, TJ! Although I'm more of an Eagle/Swan fan, I'm not contrary to any Condor/Swan at all ... we're just spoilt for choice!
[unrecoverable text]
Oh yeah...I love that part, Ebony! Especially when Ken comes out calmly to "chat"! LOL
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Apr 2010 07:26
So much Condor/Swan/Eagle goodness in that fic!!! 
Very very nice Ebony. SO much goodness!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Apr 2010 12:57
Nice piece, Ebony! I need to read that fic ... I can smell some Gatch F in it ... am I right?!
Yes most of the ficcies I've done I've realized are in Gatchaman Fighter! It was very very early in my writing and reading it over a short while ago I saw corrections. Its been years since I've looked at it... Well, at least I've improved in that time!
My ongoing desperate need to write Mark/Princess first time fics continues unabated. 
Thanks for SJ for betaing this one for me.
"A Time for Healing" set durng Episode 85 of BotP and after.
It's a lil angsty, a lot fluffy and not really smutty at all! And dedicated to SJ who has a tendency to squeel like a fangirl when she reads Mark/Princess fics. And also to Green. That slope towards hopeless romantic is getting slipprier and slipprier (and my spelling has gone to pot).
A Time for Healing at Gatchfanfic
A Time for Healing at ff.net
Now - I must get on with writing that Jason/Tyna fic!! (that will be nothing connected with "Bruise" at all!)
Thanks for SJ for betaing this one for me.
"A Time for Healing" set durng Episode 85 of BotP and after.
It's a lil angsty, a lot fluffy and not really smutty at all! And dedicated to SJ who has a tendency to squeel like a fangirl when she reads Mark/Princess fics. And also to Green. That slope towards hopeless romantic is getting slipprier and slipprier (and my spelling has gone to pot).
A Time for Healing at Gatchfanfic
A Time for Healing at ff.net
Now - I must get on with writing that Jason/Tyna fic!! (that will be nothing connected with "Bruise" at all!)
I got one word for you, Maddy, and it ain't a nice one.
Yeah, don't be sucking up to me, Miss Maddy. I'm still trying to find something to blow up! 
Originally posted by green I got one word for you, Maddy, and it ain't a nice one.Ah, and here I thought you reserved words like that solely for me!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Apr 2010 08:03
Very sweet....
Maddy, I think your not Not So Sweet Joe/Jun story over at Gatchfanfic needs more pimpage!
Green, if you fear turning into a sappy romantic, go read this erotic Condor story!
I don't fear it, Amethyst, I just refuse to let it happen!
I do believe I know that one...
But it never hurts to have another look lol
Especially when it's Condor...
*sigh* the problem would be to stop looking, really, you know, when RL has to interfere....
No - wouldn;t know that one Green. Brand new and still being written.
Amethyst - glad you liked it. And more will come about how adn why they both ended up at the Club.
Goodie!
Oh - it's a new one!!!
Will have something to look forward to when I get home from work!!
Originally posted by green Oh - it's a new one!!! Will have something to look forward to when I get home from work!!Oh, yes definitely something to look forward to. Hot and steamy right from the beginning
Originally posted by amethystOh, and Amethyst - you get your own word. It ain't nice either... And hot and steamy you say... Damn, too late to call in sick!Originally posted by green I got one word for you, Maddy, and it ain't a nice one.Ah, and here I thought you reserved words like that solely for me!
Hot DAMN!!!
I want me some of that Condor!!!
Maaaaaaaaaaaaadddddddddddddddeeeeeeeeee.
Damn, girl.
Damn.
Maddy love the new fics! Wonderful to wake up to.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2010 06:36
I'm still working on my big fic (when episode reviews allow time) but I wrote a ficlet last weekend. It's a sequel to Forbidden Fruit.
A Taste of the Apple
Enjoy!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Apr 2010 07:36
Yay!! Will try and read it tonight!
I read this and really enjoyed it, TJ. I need to leave a review (phone rang - I got distracted...).
I enjoyed this anow how you fleshed it out further.
You've given it a nice hushed atmosphere - almost as if he's afraid to celebrate the end of the war; and the sadness of loosing Joe.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2010 14:07
Thanks, Maddy! And I wrote it in the dreaded first person present tense... LOL, I was laughing to myself as we were talking about the tenses in that other thread, since I was in the middle of writing this.
I think Ken *would* be afraid to celebrate the end of the war. He's pushed his own wants and needs aside in the name of duty for so long... and now that this 'duty' is over, it comes with a heavy price. That has to be a huge damper on his feelings.
LOL, I was laughing to myself as we were talking about the tenses in that other thread, since I was in the middle of writing this.
I think Ken *would* be afraid to celebrate the end of the war. He's pushed his own wants and needs aside in the name of duty for so long... and now that this 'duty' is over, it comes with a heavy price. That has to be a huge damper on his feelings.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 May 2010 00:10
I've read it, TJ, and I've left a review at Gatchfanfic. I thoroughly recommend this read! It's just wonderful!
I agree with what you and Maddy have said. What you've made Ken pass through makes really sense. It's always hard to return to normal when one is so used to lead a hard life with all its consequences. "Normal" would be that hard life for that person and not the life after all the turmoil ends, leaving him/her feel unsecure and out of place. It's like that person keeps wanting to enjoy having problems as, without them, the feeling is that of having something missing when it should really be the contrary ... at least, until that someone sees the light and how much he/she is better off without adversities.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 May 2010 10:50
You make a good point, Marie. Even without Joe's death, it would have been difficult for the Team to adjust to a 'normal' life... they've never had a 'normal' life. And they'd have to get used to not being so secretive anymore, and having the ability to make plans and promises.
In Ken's case, he has to let go of the idea of being in command, and not being in charge/control anymore. Now add Joe's death on top of that, and all of the unresolved feelings from the final mission, plus the unresolved feelings for Jun that he's been pushing aside for far too long, and your'e going to have an emotional mess.
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 May 2010 20:33
I just posted a fic at Gatchfanfic.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 May 2010 22:23
Will peek in Gatchfanfic tomorrow, UW ... I'm in between decorating a Bob the Builder cake and a Barney cake! Looking forward!
Linky????? I'm at work so it's difficult to surf there...
Ah... I'll find it! You write such great stories, UW!
Okay, I found it! This is a very touching story, UW. So poignant!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 May 2010 07:15
I couldn't resist the curiosity so I peeked earlier and found out that I could read it due to its length! It is short but it's full of emotion and you've touched my heart! Well done, UW!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 May 2010 15:13
When I posted, I had just submitted it, so there was no link yet. It went up pretty fast.
Glad you all liked it.
Gatchfanfic has finally updated their site, and now the fic that Maddy and I collaborated on has been posted.
Beloved
Enjoy!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Jun 2010 15:42
I note the appearance of Gatch II personal weaponry.
Still reading.
You'll find a number of things just popping up in there...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jun 2010 16:29
LOL, you got it, UW! The Blackbird weapons were based on the Gatch II weapons. Similar, familiar, but not exactly the same...
I've now uploaded Beloved to ff.net as well
Beloved
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jun 2010 05:57
Will look forward to try and begin reading "Beloved" this weekend ... I'm preparing myself to be utterly blown away! And I've also noticed that there are some additional new stories to read at Gatchfanfic! I've lots to catch up!
TJ and Maddy, Beloved was AWESOME! What an excellent, unique premise, and I loved your use of some of the peripheral characters! You two make a great writing team! 
Thanks everybody. I know I loved co-writing this with TJ and maybe one day a sequel will come. Perhaps.
I know for me, the interesting thing was exploring Spectran culture - it's something you don't get in the series, but it must exist!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Jun 2010 17:05
I was immediately grabbed by Maddy's idea and knew that i just had to see this through to the end, one way or another. It was so much fun working with Maddy, and I'm glad you guys all enjoyed the end result!
Wanted to add my appreciation to everybody else's.
I really liked this story. It had a great creepiness factor and the characters were well developed. It was nice to see some of them five years in the future.
My favorite characters were the resistance members. They were great.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2010 05:14
Originally posted by Madilayn I know I loved co-writing this with TJ and maybe one day a sequel will come. Perhaps.I so hope there'll be a sequel! There's still lots of potential left! You two make a great team and, whatever comes out next from your two, combined, gorgeous minds will surely won't be anything less than the first part!
Well, I have a new fic up. It's the second last in the "On My Watch" series and is the Owl. (down, Cloud!)
Read it at:
FF.net
Gatchafanfic
In celebration of the upgraded Archive, I've posted my first fanfic in a while. Oddly enough, it's a Jason fic instead of a Mark fic. Go figure.
The Classic Hero
Jason isn't thrilled about another boring babysitting mission, but it quickly becomes anything but boring. When will he learn?
Gatchfanfic.com
FF.net
Enjoy!
How exciting! Looks like I have some reading to do!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2010 08:14
I love this Owl fic, Maddy! You really create such a strong bond between Tiny and the Phoenix... I can see how this is enough to encompass his whole being.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2010 10:18
Originally posted by Julieann In celebration of the upgraded Archive, I've posted my first fanfic in a while. Oddly enough, it's a Jason fic instead of a Mark fic. Go figure. The Classic Hero Jason isn't thrilled about another boring babysitting mission, but it quickly becomes anything but boring. When will he learn? Gatchfanfic.com FF.net Enjoy!So we can start posting to Gatchfanfic again?
Just to let everyone know, Becky has updated Faith of the Heart at Gatchfanfic. This is a great cross-over that works beautifully with both BotP and Enterprise. Becky has been able to capture the characters and feel of both shows expertly.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Sep 2010 08:25
May I have the honour to point out that a new, awesome fic of TJ's has just appeared at Gatchfanfic under the name of "Imposter"! Sorry for my hastiness, TJ ... I hope I didn't spoil anything for you, but I couldn't resist the urge! This last fic of yours is just wonderful! I won't say anything that might act as a spoiler ... I only recommend highly the reading of this fic!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Sep 2010 08:37
LOL, it's not a problem, Marie! I'm just surprised tat it went up so quickly. This one was my trib for August 2010 Birdscramble.
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
This one was my trib for August 2010 Birdscramble.
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Sep 2010 15:15
This went up fast, too. Not yet finished.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1174
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Sep 2010 16:16
It seems like GatchFanFic is behaving very nicely with the fixes Julianne has been doing over there.
There are a lot of stories I really need to find time to read. I think I finally managed to read RIgirl's from 3-4 weeks ago. Then I need to check out the one Maddy wrote and now I see I have another couple to read as well.
I am already looking for a vacation away from my teaching just so I can catch up on everything here.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2011 15:36
This is a little off topic, but I couldn't find the Toot Your Own Horn thread.
My second book, Nightstalker, has won the Genre-Based Category of the 2010 DIY (Do It Yourself) Book Festival and was runner-up in the Romance Category of the 2010 Los Angeles Book Festival.
WOW!! Becky, that's fantastic! Congratulations...and it's a romance, no less!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2011 18:15
I have to echo Puffles comment as well. You deserve it.
Congratulations.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2011 18:30
Thanks!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Feb 2011 18:49
That's wonderful, Becky! Congratulations! You deserve it!
Congratulations, Becky! That's wonderful!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Feb 2011 02:06
Oh, Becky! Congratulations! That's awesome and you really deserve it!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Feb 2011 15:26
Thanks all. Now if I could just cash in on it (Only the big winner got money, but the publicity can't be beat).
Okay- the bug bit me, and I submitted yet another shipper fic into Bird Scramble- I call it "Spy Game" and it's full of pics...
Spy Game
Here are the pics I used in the story:
Those are such nice pictures Springie. And the story is fantastic.
I am looking forward to reading the rest of it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 May 2011 08:32
Springie, I love your angsty Eagle/Swan fics... and the illustrations are awesome! I can really see the emotions (frustration) coming through!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 May 2011 10:06
Ooooo ... at last! I was eagerly waiting for this fic! Excuse me if I don't have much time today, Springie, but I'll surely read it first thing I can! I can't wait! You know I love Eagle/Swan fics!
Ooo I just read this one last night. Can't wait to see what happens in 3 months. Loved it and the pics that went along with it. Ahem, after reading it though, let's just say I don't want spaghetti anytime soon. *wink*
Great story Springie.
Loved it and the pics that went along with it. Ahem, after reading it though, let's just say I don't want spaghetti anytime soon. *wink*
Great story Springie.
Springie
Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans...
posted 29 May 2011 12:44
(edited 29 May 2011 12:46)
LOL! Puffles, glad you like it so far...I don't know why it is, but many of my stories have spaghetti in them! LOL
Thanks so much for your sweet comments, CD and TJ! Glad you liked it!
And Marie...take your time and read when you can- I know how it is when you need rest!
Originally posted by Springie Okay- the bug bit me, and I submitted yet another shipper fic into Bird Scramble- I call it "Spy Game" and it's full of pics...I'm so glad the "bug" is still biting you -and that you're combining your writing with your art! The best of both worlds, writing and drawing, really.
Teehee...it's rare...but occasionally it still bites! I still have ideas floating around in my head...just don't have the patience to write them down!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 May 2011 05:38
Originally posted by lborgia88I agree, it is always nice to see a new story of Springie's surface. And the artwork that goes with it always adds to it.Originally posted by Springie Okay- the bug bit me, and I submitted yet another shipper fic into Bird Scramble- I call it "Spy Game" and it's full of pics...I'm so glad the "bug" is still biting you -and that you're combining your writing with your art! The best of both worlds, writing and drawing, really.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 May 2011 08:14
Springie is the best at coming up with story ideas! Whenever I'm stuck, I just ask her and she helps me out!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 May 2011 01:05
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Springie is the best at coming up with story ideas!Especially Eagle/Swan ones ... my favourite!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 31 May 2011 07:02
Oh yes... you can always count on Springie for a good Swan/Eagle idea!
Awwww...how sweet! But you have some pretty good Eagle/Swan ideas, yourself!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2011 15:45
I hope she does not mind me doing this, but RIgirl has posted a lovely little fic from Jason's POV over at the archives called Before the Race and I feel everyone needs to be aware of this beautiful piece of work.
Here is the
Link
I really enjoyed it and again I hope you do not mind me tooting YOUR horn RIgirl. Or posting this before you had the time to do it.
Thank you for your kind words, CD! I'm really glad to hear that you liked my little fic.
It was fun to envision and to write. Jason isn't a character that I write frequently, so it was a good challenge for me.
And no, I don't mind your mentioning it; to be honest, it never even crossed my mind to post about it here!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jun 2011 17:35
I glad you are okay with what I did. I did wonder, because I am not sure how I would feel if someone else advertising one of my stories. At least over here, on another board, one I do not frequent as much, I would not mind.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jun 2011 17:47
This is definitely the place to post links to new fics! Thank you for sharing that with us CD< and to RIGirl for writing such an insightful piece! It is well worth reading.
Just wanted to let you know that I posted a Don-themed BotP fic, Reverberations, today over at Gatchfanfic.
However, Becky was kind enough to point out to me that I was missing a chapter (!)
but I think I've got that fixed now. If you happened to look at it earlier and thought that it was missing a piece, you were right.
Hope you enjoy!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1296
Julie K.
However, Becky was kind enough to point out to me that I was missing a chapter (!)
but I think I've got that fixed now. If you happened to look at it earlier and thought that it was missing a piece, you were right.
Hope you enjoy!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1296
Julie K.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Jun 2011 20:30
Thanks for letting us know, Julie! That's a wonderful piece!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Jun 2011 05:16
Thank you Julie for letting us know.
I also noticed RIGirl has two new stories posted over there. I don't have the links at the moment and I have not had time to read them since I am busy with end of the school year stuff.
I've got some reading to do!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Jul 2011 20:19
Well, I finally get to post my recent trilogy, so here's a plug for the first part, which is now on gatchfanfic.com.
Transformation
Enjoy!
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 5 Jul 2011 22:33
Hi TJ,
I just finished the first five chapters. Great idea. I'm afraid to comment on any specifics. Don't want to spoil any of the story. It's a fablous read so far.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2011 00:47
Dashing there ....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Jul 2011 07:23
Originally posted by Dragonsbain Hi TJ, I just finished the first five chapters. Great idea. I'm afraid to comment on any specifics. Don't want to spoil any of the story. It's a fablous read so far.Read as much or as little as you want, Dragonsbain! I'm glad you're enjoying it.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2011 18:12
I'm sorry this took so long. I finally got around to posting Part II of this trilogy! Part III will be posted next month.
Reintegration (Consequences Part II)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2011 17:28
I loved it in Bird Scramble and am glad you've posted it.
Another fantastic TJ read!
Yes, so very intriguing to see how Gatch II canon events could play out differently if only just one or two things occurred differently at Karakoram -and a surprise "difference" here that rivals the one in Part I!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Sep 2011 19:17
I'm glad you guys like it! This was basically me taking an idea and running as far with it as I could...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2011 11:18
Okay, I finally got the last part of the trilogy up.
Return
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 9 Oct 2011 04:39
definetly worth the wait, loved how you tied it up in the end, so they didn't have to die again.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Oct 2011 10:50
The end was supposed to tie up with the last episode of Gatchaman II. In the canon episode, Joe activates his bomb and goes to destroy Leader X, but Ken's Bird Saucer destroys it first. So I basically went off of that, including the changes from my AU, essentially closing out the 'alternate' portion of the storyline.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2011 12:23
And you did a wonderful job of it. A great ending to your trilogy.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Oct 2011 13:10
Originally posted by Becky Rock And you did a wonderful job of it. A great ending to your trilogy.Thanks Becky!
Dragonsbain
Boardie
posted 10 Oct 2011 15:11
I will read it, TJ. Thanks for the heads up.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Oct 2011 16:16
N/P, no rush! WHenever you want.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Dec 2011 15:31
This self-promotion is more shameless than most. Not only is it shamelessly promoting my annual Christmas fic, but the plot of said fic is shamelessly borrowed from a famous Christmas movie of similar name.
Enjoy!
Left Alone
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 13 Dec 2011 04:39
Thanks for the heads-up, TJ -- this will be this evening's reading material!
On a similar note, although it's not fanfic (but it's still fic...), I hope to start uploading my NaNo novel, "Lachlan's quest", on FictionPress dot com this week. If you have trouble sleeping, you know where to look now...
All jokes aside, and if you do read it, please remember that reviews are like hot chocolate on a cold winter's night or, if you're from Down Under, cold beer on a warm summer's day!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Dec 2011 08:13
I'm looking forward to reading your story, Daniella! Please post a link here when it's up!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Dec 2011 04:17
THANK YOU so much for this Christmas fic, TJ! If it only takes just a small hint to end up with receiving such a lovely, well-crafted, and generous gift, then I'd better learn how to ask more often!! Giggles ... don't worry, TJ ... I won't be asking you for more! Just something which is worth learning in life!! But, really ... I truly appreciate it! Have started reading it, am half way through it, and am loving it! Moreover it's bringing me lovely memories of a film I love watching over and over again!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Dec 2011 06:20
Too funny, Marie! A couple of reviewers have noted that they are not fond of the original movie, but it is an annual favorite in our house.
In any case, I'm pretty sure this wasn't exactly what you had in mind when you made your request, but I'm glad you are enjoying it all the same.
In any case, I'm pretty sure this wasn't exactly what you had in mind when you made your request, but I'm glad you are enjoying it all the same.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Dec 2011 09:00
Originally posted by Transmute Jun In any case, I'm pretty sure this wasn't exactly what you had in mind when you made your request, but I'm glad you are enjoying it all the same.Maybe it really wasn't what I had in mind, if I had anything in mind at all, but I admit that I was already leaving everything in your capable hands, and letting you take it wherever you wanted to, since you never disappoint, and am truly enjoying the unexpected twist! Had another two days full of kids' Christmas activities and work, leaving me totally exhausted without the slight chance of reading, but am itching to get back to where I've left the fic! Thanks again, TJ! You're making my Christmas days even more special!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 16 Dec 2011 12:37
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I'm looking forward to reading your story, Daniella! Please post a link here when it's up!Here goes: http://www.fictionpress.com/s/2979910/1/Lachlans_quest Looking forward to your comments!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Dec 2011 15:32
Interesting... I can see that this is the beginning of a much loner story! I'm still trying to get a handle on the 'era'/'tech' in this world...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 17 Dec 2011 02:06
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Interesting... I can see that this is the beginning of a much loner story! I'm still trying to get a handle on the 'era'/'tech' in this world...Well, it requires a lot of rewriting -- during NaNo I wrote it very very quickly and didn't put as much back story as I wanted. So the next few chapters will take some time coming, and I will definitely try to answer some of the questions you raised in your FP comments. Which, by the way, were the most constructive criticism I've ever had, so thanks again!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Dec 2011 07:19
I know that 'writing quickly' thing... although usually for me it's a day or so, not a month! Clearly this is going to be a long novel, so there's plenty of room for expansion and backstory.
As for my review, keep in mind that I'm reading Game of Thrones right now, where bad guys are turning out to be good guys and good guys are turning out the be bad guys and main characters get killed at the drop of a hat... so mentally I'm in that 'excitement and intrigue' mode.
Clearly this is going to be a long novel, so there's plenty of room for expansion and backstory.
As for my review, keep in mind that I'm reading Game of Thrones right now, where bad guys are turning out to be good guys and good guys are turning out the be bad guys and main characters get killed at the drop of a hat... so mentally I'm in that 'excitement and intrigue' mode.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Dec 2011 02:13
Two more chapters up, on FP. However, I was amazed to see how many stories go up each day -- it's easy to lose even your own story in there
Which means it's even harder to get reviews, as each story stays on the first "page" for a very short time.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Dec 2011 07:53
I'll have to go check out the new chapters later today!
Daniella,
Try putting it up at www.chaos.sycophanthex.com.
It is a moderated archive, so stories are screened and go up a bit slower than at fictionpress. However, the stories tend to be better quality and reviewers are more prolific.
It is an efiction archive, so it works much like Gatchfanfic.
If you do this let me know and if Jess (the admin who usually works that archive) doesn't get to it in a few hours, l'll pop over and take a look and see where you are in the queue and if it's at the top, I'll take care of it myself.
Thanks Amethyst!!!
I registered and uploaded the first four chapters.
The only problem I encountered was that I was not allowed to pick "original work" from the list of categories, so I had to pick "long stories".
Thanks again, very excited now!
Your account should be validated through email. After you register the validation will come in an email, click on it, you should be good to go.
I didn't see your name in the register, did you use the same penname? I look in a few other places, too.
I'll need a bit more time to check on the original story category, but it should not be locked.
EDIT: Ignore the above. I found everything. Your story is in the queue and I'll work it now.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Dec 2011 12:05
Ooops crossed wires! I edited my previous post before I saw yours. Thanks again!
Thanks Daniella, I sent you an email about the first chapter. I'll work on the others through out the day.
I'll also see what I can learn about the original story area. I don't think that should have been locked at all.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 Dec 2011 13:46
Checked the chapters as per your email, it should be okay now! Thank you for the prompt reply!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Jan 2012 06:15
Just finished uploading the whole of "Lachlan's Quest" (my original fic, written for NaNo 2011) on FictionPress and SH!
Now will sit back, wait for any reviews that may be coming my way, and plan for the little fic's publication on Kindle -- I've been looking up the ways to do this with Kindle Direct Publishing. I don't expect to gain anything materially, but, just for the fun of it, I'd like to see it published! So I would be doubly grateful for any comments you may have on this version, before I move it to the Kindle!
A big hug to you all!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jan 2012 08:32
Nice! I'll have to settle down and read it once I'm doen with Bradbury's Jar.
Can you post a link for the lazy (i.e. me) Daniella?
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2012 11:57
Yes, Daniella, I second TJ's request.
looking forward to reading the whole thing!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Nice! I'll have to settle down and read it once I'm doen with Bradbury's Jar. Can you post a link for the lazy (i.e. me) Daniella?Here you go, guys! Happy reading (I hope!) http://www.fictionpress.com/s/2979910/1/Lachlans_quest
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2012 13:14
Man, I hate being late to the game (or the thread, as the case may be!)
Thanks for the link, DT; I get to reading it right away!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Jan 2012 15:24
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Man, I hate being late to the game (or the thread, as the case may be!) Thanks for the link, DT; I get to reading it right away!Thanks EW
Got it bookmarked now -thanks, Daniella!
Now, just need undistracted time to read -not as plentiful as I'd like, but I do want to read this! Just might take me a bit....
Chuckling at your pen name there though. The lborgia88@yahoo.com email address that I use, a lot -I set it up, back in 2000, with a fake name -Mildred Anderson.
Maybe we're related! 
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 30 Jan 2012 00:49
Originally posted by lborgia88 Got it bookmarked now -thanks, Daniella! Now, just need undistracted time to read -not as plentiful as I'd like, but I do want to read this! Just might take me a bit.... Chuckling at your pen name there though. The [EMAIL]lborgia88@yahoo.com[/EMAIL] email address that I use, a lot -I set it up, back in 2000, with a fake name -Mildred Anderson. Maybe we're related!Yeap, all Condors descending from the same Anderson!
Originally posted by Daniella TI like that idea! Well, in BOTP, at least, it was never established exactly who Jason's parents were -he could be related to the Chief, even be his son... I really am descended from an Anderson -it was my paternal grandmother's maiden name (her parents were born in Sweden).Originally posted by lborgia88 Maybe we're related!Yeap, all Condors descending from the same Anderson!
Originally posted by lborgia88There is a fic somewhere, I'm trying to remember by who, where Jason has a rare blood disease and finds out he's related to Anderson this way.Originally posted by Daniella TI like that idea! Well, in BOTP, at least, it was never established exactly who Jason's parents were -he could be related to the Chief, even be his son...Originally posted by lborgia88 Maybe we're related!Yeap, all Condors descending from the same Anderson!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Feb 2012 00:53
Originally posted by lborgia88 I really am descended from an Anderson -it was my paternal grandmother's maiden name (her parents were born in Sweden).Hats off, LB!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Feb 2012 06:45
Daniella, I just wanted to apologize. I'm in the middle of reading your fic, but haven't had a chance to fnish yet, which is why there is no review yet.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 2 Feb 2012 08:05
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Daniella, I just wanted to apologize. I'm in the middle of reading your fic, but haven't had a chance to fnish yet, which is why there is no review yet.Hey, even the fact that you are reading it is enough for me
Originally posted by Daniella T There is a fic somewhere, I'm trying to remember by who, where Jason has a rare blood disease and finds out he's related to Anderson this way.Could be Jane Lebak's "Thinner than Water," though it's Joe and Nambu in that one.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Feb 2012 16:54
You beat me to it, LB.
Jason and the Chief do have similar coloring and argue enough to be related.
I have a sister-in-law whose married name is Andersen, with the e.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Feb 2012 07:23
Originally posted by lborgia88Hey, that's the one! Sorry for the Joe/Jason mix up,Originally posted by Daniella T There is a fic somewhere, I'm trying to remember by who, where Jason has a rare blood disease and finds out he's related to Anderson this way.Could be Jane Lebak's "Thinner than Water," though it's Joe and Nambu in that one.
I've been writing quite a lot about Jason recently, he seems to pop up in my mind all the time!
Just got my contributor's copies of The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction in the mail! (Although, on the website, my poem's only listed in the "Forum" section. Oh well, I guess I can't always be the focus of the main page!) Anyway, here's the link so you can take a glimpse of the issue:
http://www.sfsite.com/fsf
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Feb 2012 12:45
Way to go, EW!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Feb 2012 14:04
Congrats!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Feb 2012 09:17
Looks great, EW! You should be very proud!
very well done EW, you should be very proud
Wow! That's fabulous! Congrats, EW!
Just posted my first fic on Gatchfanfic. It's titled "Life Starts Now" and it's an extension of the Valentine's post, which will be the first in the Raven series (though it's pre-Raven). Instant gratification has me tapping my foot and wondering how long story validation takes.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 13:24
Usually a few hours to a day. Julieann checks often.
The good part is, once you've established a story and Julieann is happy with what you've been contribulting, it becomes instantaneous.
Originally posted by Becky Rock Usually a few hours to a day. Julieann checks often. The good part is, once you've established a story and Julieann is happy with what you've been contribulting, it becomes instantaneous.Yup it went up pretty quickly!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 16:06
Get ready for the ever-increasing addiction that comes with each review!
by your third fic, you'll be a real review junkie!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 16:16
Hello, my name is ElectricWhite, and I'm a reviewaholic...
Welcome ElectricWhite, and tell us your story!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 16:24
It all started when I spoofed The Puppy Episode...it seemed innocent enough...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Feb 2012 16:48
Originally posted by ChrisW I haven't gotten a single review yet.
Patience, young one! People need a chance to read and meditate upon your words!
Patience is not my middle name!
True fact ... I have NO middle name.
Originally posted by ChrisW Patience is not my middle name! True fact ... I have NO middle name.Heh, I have a compound name...that was divided...
How many reads have you had? I trust those more than reviews.
Looks like 27 have read the whole thing.
I'm mostly mocking myself by complaining, I know I'm hellishly impatient.
You will also need to account for the number of guests that may be reading the fics; they can't leave a review, thats why the readcount will be more accurate than collecting reviews.
Originally posted by ChrisW I haven't gotten a single review yet.You have now
Originally posted by KT1972 You will also need to account for the number of guests that may be reading the fics; they can't leave a review, thats why the readcount will be more accurate than collecting reviews.Verra true ... and thanks for the review.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Feb 2012 11:00
Well, you now have two reviews in your collection. 
(Admittedly, it's longer than usual for me. I hope you find it helpful!)
(Admittedly, it's longer than usual for me. I hope you find it helpful!)
Gave me something to think about, which useful reviews often do.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Feb 2012 14:12
Will read as soon as possible -- I was away from my computer for a couple of days and now have a lot of catching up to do!
Originally posted by KT1972Thank you, thank you, for setting up a support group for reviewaholics! It might stop me checking my email -- even on my mobile when I'm away from the keyboard -- fifty times a day...but then again, it might not!
Woo the sequel to "Life Starts Now" is up on Gatchfanfic, "Animal I Have Become" ... it's Raven's story, Raven showed up in the "bodies" weekly prompt.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1353
Amethyst and UnpublishedWriter are awesome betas.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Mar 2012 11:57
You've been busy, Chris. I'll have to go check it out.
This story has wanted to break free for a long time, heh.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 5 Mar 2012 05:33
Good! Lots of stuff to read!!!
For anyone who hasn't seen it yet, Three's Company is up and running
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1357&warning=4
And for anyone who has, the sequel is now available!!!!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1358
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Mar 2012 12:27
Oh shoot! I'm about to go out of town for the weekend... I'll have to read them when I get back!!!!
I was never entirely happy with the ending for "Life Starts Now" ... I've added an additional epilogue from Ken's POV that ties the story better into the title and I think better into the series too.
I've submitted a little space opera to the Gatchfanfic site to keep you all going as the finishing touches are being put on the "A fic for a pic" saga. Hope you like it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Apr 2012 14:23
I'm buried in work today, but I'm looking forward to reading it as soon as I get a chance!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite I've submitted a little space opera to the Gatchfanfic site to keep you all going as the finishing touches are being put on the "A fic for a pic" saga. Hope you like it!But it will be worth the wait, guys! EW, going to Gatchfanfic now to read up!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Apr 2012 16:20
EW, you made my sides hurt. What a way to take the ideas from 'What Were They Thinking?' and use them properly.
Originally posted by Becky Rock EW, you made my sides hurt. What a way to take the ideas from 'What Were They Thinking?' and use them properly.Aw, shucks! I bet you're just saying that 'cause it's true...
(Hey, those modesty classes have finally started paying off!)
Attention attention all fic readers -- a new installment in the "Fic for a Pic" saga by EW and DT, has been uploaded on Gatchfanfic. And this time, it really has pics in it, with the kind assistance of some members within this forum and some without...
Meep! Meep!
ETA: this was the first time I uploaded pics in a story, it worked for the preview, hopefully they will also be there when the story goes live.
Edited again to correct ytops, I mean tyops, I mean typos (yes, I DID write all three versions of the word, and then decided to keep them!) It's late and my keyboard is sleepy.
will be top of my list to read in the morning Daniella... looking forward to it already!
hope the pics work too!
hope the pics work too!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Apr 2012 15:46
Originally posted by Daniella T -- a new installment in the "Fic for a Pic" saga by EW and DT, has been uploaded on Gatchfanfic.Well, it's about freakin' time you two pounded out another one! ...oh, wait a minute... Seriously, there's more to love about this little gem than pics! For instance, there's the beginning of a religious cult and a special appearance by Cep!
(He just didn't know about it...)
And it's 9944/100% ZARK FREE!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 18 Apr 2012 17:02
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYup, we should definitely bring this to their attention! ErmmmmmOriginally posted by Daniella T -- a new installment in the "Fic for a Pic" saga by EW and DT, has been uploaded on Gatchfanfic.Well, it's about freakin' time you two pounded out another one!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Apr 2012 19:22
Zark free? Well this is going to be something!!!
DT, EW - what a wonderful start to what's beginning to look like a dreary Thursday!! Left my review for you both!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 19 Apr 2012 05:12
Originally posted by KT1972 DT, EW - what a wonderful start to what's beginning to look like a dreary Thursday!! Left my review for you both!!Thank you! (you know our addiction to getting reviews
)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Apr 2012 10:34
Originally posted by KT1972 DT, EW - what a wonderful start to what's beginning to look like a dreary Thursday!! Left my review for you both!!Glad you liked it! Though, to be honest, we did have some difficulty with the pics. The original one for Princess had a playfulness that fit the story better, but it wouldn't upload.
And I'd found a nice pic of Jason (REALLY nice! 
) but, after several emails, the artist never let me know if we had her permission to use it. 
Oh well, at least those hiccups didn't stop "Flavour of the Month" from being a tasty little fic!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 19 Apr 2012 13:03
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThe Jason pic deserves a fic just for itself, it was so yummy! Well, gives us something to look forward to for next timeOriginally posted by KT1972 DT, EW - what a wonderful start to what's beginning to look like a dreary Thursday!! Left my review for you both!!Glad you liked it! Though, to be honest, we did have some difficulty with the pics. The original one for Princess had a playfulness that fit the story better, but it wouldn't upload.
Originally posted by Daniella TNow you're just winding us up!!!!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThe Jason pic deserves a fic just for itself, it was so yummy! Well, gives us something to look forward to for next timeOriginally posted by KT1972 DT, EW - what a wonderful start to what's beginning to look like a dreary Thursday!! Left my review for you both!!Glad you liked it! Though, to be honest, we did have some difficulty with the pics. The original one for Princess had a playfulness that fit the story better, but it wouldn't upload.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Apr 2012 19:59
Originally posted by KT1972Originally posted by Daniella TNow you're just winding us up!!!!Originally posted by ElectricWhiteThe Jason pic deserves a fic just for itself, it was so yummy! Well, gives us something to look forward to for next timeOriginally posted by KT1972 DT, EW - what a wonderful start to what's beginning to look like a dreary Thursday!! Left my review for you both!!Glad you liked it! Though, to be honest, we did have some difficulty with the pics. The original one for Princess had a playfulness that fit the story better, but it wouldn't upload.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Apr 2012 04:54
Just uploaded the last chapter of Traiitor's Pass, it hasn't appeared on Gatchfanfic yet, but, in case you can't wait to read it, it's on FF.net.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2012 09:40
Looking forward to it, DT.
Who is the artist of this Jason pic so we can go look at it and drool.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2012 09:52
Originally posted by Becky Rock Looking forward to it, DT. Who is the artist of this Jason pic so we can go look at it and drool.It was done by diinzumo, and I found it in the Blue Paper section of Bird Scramble. (Man, I wish she would've gotten back to me on that!)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2012 16:32
Have you tried the old Yahoo group? I know Wendy still participates in it.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Apr 2012 16:46
I'll give it a shot.
I just posted a short, standalone piece (really! it's about 2,100 words, that's short for me!) called "Memorial" on Gatchfanfic. Warning, it be sad.
I'm sure it'll be approved and visible shortly. Thanks to KT for giving it a once over for me!
ETA: I've finally sucked it up and written Jun's POV.
ETAx2: it's up!
Thanks to KT for giving it a once over for me!
ETA: I've finally sucked it up and written Jun's POV.
ETAx2: it's up!
I smoothed it out a little and made a few changes. Hopefully they didn't lessen the impact!
Lol, I'd better go read it again, and see! (as if I'd need an excuse)
(as if I'd need an excuse)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Apr 2012 07:48
Sounds good! I'll put it on my list of fics to read... after I get through the list of writing tasks on my plate...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Sounds good! I'll put it on my list of fics to read... after I get through the list of writing tasks on my plate...So maybe in 2020? *grin* I was going through my old Bird Scrambles last night and found a very silly little ficlet I did. Posted that too. Talk about contrast between that and Memorial.
K2 just had to rush off somewhere, but before she left, she asked me to let all you good folk know that the first part of her fic, House of Cards has just been approved over at Gatchfanfic for your entertainment!!!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1374
The next story in my Raven series is up, called "Never Too Late."
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1375&warning=4
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Apr 2012 18:36
Chris, I just read this and left a comment, but I did not say ... chapter 6 appears to be a reposting of chapter 5. You might want to check ... it could also be my computer being silly.
I've got two new fics on Gatchfanfic right now. If you're curious about my avatar , read about Jason's reinstatement to G-Force after implant surgery. This is an on-going story in my Fall and Rise of the Condor series:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1376
If you want some lighter fare, check out Couples Only, a short about Keyop in love. I credit Garnet's stories with inspiring this one:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1379
Thanks!
, read about Jason's reinstatement to G-Force after implant surgery. This is an on-going story in my Fall and Rise of the Condor series:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1376
If you want some lighter fare, check out Couples Only, a short about Keyop in love. I credit Garnet's stories with inspiring this one:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1379
Thanks!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 May 2012 12:18
I'm adding them to my "To Do" list now! 
Woo off to read!
And I suppose I should mention "What it Seems," a little lark I wrote as it occurred to me that there might be a reason those visits to Zark's control room were so poorly animated.
Chris - Caught yours already! Great theory, but oooh, how embarrassing!
Great theory, but oooh, how embarrassing!
Originally posted by jublke Chris - Caught yours already!Teehee ... I know, I'm so mean.
Another installment to my Three's Company series has been approved and it available to read over at Gatchfanfic right now. It's called "A binding Promise"
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1380&warning=4
Wow, so much new reading material, awesome. Off to read!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 May 2012 13:17
I've just submitted a piece to Gatchfanfic. (It hasn't been posted yet.) I wanted to let you all know that it isn't my usual lighthearted fare, so proceed with caution when it's up!
will look out for it anyway, EW
Can't scare me that easily!!!! 
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 May 2012 13:32
Originally posted by KT1972 will look out for it anyway, EW Can't scare me that easily!!!!Ooooooooh! If that doesn't sound like a challenge!
Well, I am excited to share this with you! My 10-year-old son was home sick yesterday, so we decided to start a fanfic together, his first and our very first collaboration. He's in charge of the plot for the aliens 
; I'm in charge of the team 
. I thought that was a fair trade and so did he.
I am hopeful that we can keep working together. It was a lot of fun. We put the first chapter up to see what folks think:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1383
; I'm in charge of the team . I thought that was a fair trade and so did he.
I am hopeful that we can keep working together. It was a lot of fun. We put the first chapter up to see what folks think:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1383
Wow, it's a promising start, looks like your son is a real chip off the old block, Jublke.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jul 2012 13:21
Just when you though it was safe I've got another poem in the Sept./Oct. issue of The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction ! It's due out around August 20.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 3 Jul 2012 14:46
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Just when you though it was safe I've got another poem in the Sept./Oct. issue of The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction ! It's due out around August 20.Oh wow!!! Many, many congratulations!!!
woo hoo, well done, hope there will be many more to come
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Just when you though it was safe I've got another poem in the Sept./Oct. issue of The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction ! It's due out around August 20.Congrats EW!!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jul 2012 18:07
Congratulation EW!
Is there any way you can post it, for those of us who can not get a copy of the magazine, so we can read it? Even if it is not related to Gatchaman or BOTP.
Originally posted by clouddancer Congratulation EW! Is there any way you can post it, for those of us who can not get a copy of the magazine, so we can read it? Even if it is not related to Gatchaman or BOTP.Often contracts will allow that a certain # of months after the publication goes out. Depends on the publication.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Jul 2012 19:21
Originally posted by clouddancer Congratulation EW! Is there any way you can post it, for those of us who can not get a copy of the magazine, so we can read it? Even if it is not related to Gatchaman or BOTP.I'll be able to post it after the print edition is out. Just don't let me forget!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2012 12:25
I've just submitted a piece to the gatchfanfic site. After seeing the number of "adult"-rated bits, I decided I'd better post something I wouldn't mind my younger grand-nephews reading!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2012 17:22
I just read the story EW, very nice.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Jul 2012 17:24
Thanks
Just in case anyone wanted to know, Jinpei's story has just peen posted on the Gatchfanfic site...
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1404
feel free to read and comment at your leisure!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Jul 2012 08:27
Is this one from the gift exchange? I haven't had a chance to read any of them yet, except the one for me.
not this one, this is another in the Three's company saga
I've started posting a new fic in the newly resurrected BirdGo (Gatch/BOTP yaoi/slash) forums, since it's yaoi (Ken/Joe) and explicit in places. I'm posting scenes as I write them, and once it's done and I'm happy with it I'll put it on gatchfanfic. Experimenting with doing it this way instead of holding the whole thing to send to beta once it's done.
It's called "Bad Boys" and is a little look at how it might go if Nambu wasn't as, uh, understanding as I usually make him, and what might happen if Ken and Joe interpret certain events very differently. The thread is in BirdGo's "As the bird turns" forum, which is where the fics go.
My final fic in the Three's Company Saga, The Bitter Truth, has finally been posted for anyone who hasn't got bored with it yet.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1408&warning=4
feel free to post comments/revievs, i do like reading them.....
littlewolf
Forum God
posted 27 Jul 2012 23:57
Ouch!
I didn't expect it to end like it did KT1972
Wonderful writing, goes to show how much damage the war did to them, and who the unlikely rational ones are.
Glad you liked it LW...now to get my own portions off of the ground.
yeah, come on, I'm sure everyone is anxious to know Ken's side of the saga
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 19 Aug 2012 12:19
Hi there,
I'm starting to publish a new longer fic on Gatchfanfic and FanFiction, it's called "Irreplaceable", and it's about Anderson being kidnapped to Spectra, and how the Federation will deal with it.
Hasn't been cleared for Gatchfafic yet, but hopefully, by tomorrow...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Aug 2012 12:50
Looking forward to your posts Daniella.
BTW: I see the first part is already up.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Aug 2012 11:38
Looking forward to it, Daniella!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Sep 2012 13:12
Ladies and Gentlemen!
Daniella and I have finished the sixth story in the "A Fic for a Pic" series, and I just submitted it to the Gatchfanfic site!
This story features:
Sex!
Death!
Violence!
Major characters under the influence of exotic chemicals!
A special appearance by the ever-generous Cep!
It may (or may not) include:
Destructo-Dachshunds demolishing Detroit!
Empty chairs yelling at Clint Eastwood!
Naked people spitting into cups!
A touching love ballad sung by Adele and Justin Bieber!
Daniella running for her life as Belgium is buried in a freak yogurt flood!
A tragic death pushing 7-Zark-7 over the edge!
Watch for it! Be among the first to read it!
heading over there now!!!! hope I'm not disappointed.
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Ladies and Gentlemen! Daniella and I have finished the sixth story in the "A Fic for a Pic" series, and I just submitted it to the Gatchfanfic site! This story features: Sex! Death! Violence! Major characters under the influence of exotic chemicals! A special appearance by the ever-generous Cep! It may (or may not) include: Destructo-Dachshunds demolishing Detroit! Empty chairs yelling at Clint Eastwood! Naked people spitting into cups! A touching love ballad sung by Adele and Justin Bieber! Daniella running for her life as Belgium is buried in a freak yogurt flood! A tragic death pushing 7-Zark-7 over the edge! Watch for it! Be among the first to read it!Those better be some helluva group of Dachshunds...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Sep 2012 15:45
Originally posted by KT1972 heading over there now!!!! hope I'm not disappointed.How could you be disappointed after an intro like that?
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2012 00:14
Need to catch up with the other previous ones before, but after such an intro for this sixth one I'm more than intrigued to make an extra effort! You'd make an excellent sales person, EW!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Sep 2012 05:21
Originally posted by gatchamarie Need to catch up with the other previous ones before, but after such an intro for this sixth one I'm more than intrigued to make an extra effort! You'd make an excellent sales person, EW!!Go for it, Marie! And watch out for those Detroit Dachshunds! Daniella -- who just went out for another yoghurt!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Sep 2012 06:49
Originally posted by Daniella T Daniella -- who just went out for another yoghurt!Don't you already have enough if Belgium is flooded?
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Sep 2012 07:21
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2012 09:37
Originally posted by Daniella TWill surely do, Daniella, as soon as I can! I really need something like this to take my mind off things, again! Grrr ... life just does not want to know about giving us a break! Last Monday, my eight-year-old son had a sudden acute allergic chain-reaction, which had us running him to the hospital, where they told us that he was fortunate enough to have been able to come out of it, since the attack was very severe, with his eyes all swollen up the size of half a tennis ball and his struggling to manage to breathe! The thing that's worrying me the most is that we still don't know the exact cause, since he neither ate nor did anything which he hadn't done before! I'm now anxious to take him for further blood tests and wait for their results, since I'm so afraid of not knowing what could harm him, and my not being able of protecting him! Moreover, school begins next Monday and I can't help thinking about what he might encounter before us knowing the exact source of his hyper allergy! More sleepless nights ...Originally posted by gatchamarie Need to catch up with the other previous ones before, but after such an intro for this sixth one I'm more than intrigued to make an extra effort! You'd make an excellent sales person, EW!!Go for it, Marie! And watch out for those Detroit Dachshunds!
Awww so sorry about your son, Marie, you must have been frantic with worry at the time. 
I know I would be if it was one of mine, even the grown up ones.
Hope they find out the cause soon, so you don't have to go through all that again!
I know I would be if it was one of mine, even the grown up ones.
Hope they find out the cause soon, so you don't have to go through all that again!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2012 09:54
Thanks, KT! I hope so, too, as I hate it when I find myself helpless, especially when my kids are concerned! I could carry all the burdens in the world, but anything affecting my beloved ones, most particularly my children, just crushes me!
Originally posted by gatchamarie Grrr ... life just does not want to know about giving us a break! Last Monday, my eight-year-old son had a sudden acute allergic chain-reaction, which had us running him to the hospital, where they told us that he was fortunate enough to have been able to come out of it, since the attack was very severe, with his eyes all swollen up the size of half a tennis ball and his struggling to manage to breathe! The thing that's worrying me the most is that we still don't know the exact cause, since he neither ate nor did anything which he hadn't done before! I'm now anxious to take him for further blood tests and wait for their results, since I'm so afraid of not knowing what could harm him, and my not being able of protecting him! Moreover, school begins next Monday and I can't help thinking about what he might encounter before us knowing the exact source of his hyper allergy! More sleepless nights ...Marie, this may or may not be comforting, but I know how you feel. My DH had something like that. We never found the trigger. He had several attacks of varying degree, at least two required us to call an ambulance, but a few we got him to the ER on our own. Just as suddenly as the attacks started, they stopped. The allergist treating him called it idiopathic anaphylaxis, meaning his body was sending him into anaphylactic shock for no determinable reason. A few things helped: Allegra, as an antihistimine Benedryl as a fast acting antihistimine, used at the very start of an attack Epipen to stop the anaphylactic reaction during an attack The last one can save lives, the first two can prevent or slow the attacks. With a child this may be hard to do, but DH learned how to tell an attack was coming on so that it got treated sooner. Anaphylaxis, like asthma or many other attacks is best treated sooner than later. Easy to ignore symptoms that can quickly escalate are mild itchiness (anything from pinprick to crawly skin), mild flush to skin (particularly face and torsoe), a soar/tight throat. Hopefully, you can learn to predict the attacks until you learn the trigger. We never learned what DH's trigger was; I suspect it was something environmental, maybe in the apartment we lived in. They stopped completely after we moved, but we only moved two or three blocks, so it was either something transient or within the unit, but it never showed up on the tests.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2012 10:09
I'll keep my fingers crossed while you look for answers, Marie!
Sincere thanks, Amethyst and EW!
Amethyst ... in fact, our paediatrician has already told us about the chance of us, and him, having to carry an injection (pardon me if I still am not that familiar with the related medical terms) with us at all times, in case of another sudden attack. After having written down a detailed time schedule of what he did, and ate, during that day, they told us that, believe it or not, the most possible cause could have been that of him having touched our budgie, and played approximate to its cage for some time! He might have inhaled some organisms! But, he also ate seafood during the day, something which never bothered him, so the spectrum of possibilities is a bit open, at the moment!
I've appreciated so much your pinpointing some possible early signs! The problem is that my son suffers from regular hayfever and excema, so similar symptoms could be undetected at times! We just have to be more cautious and alert! I hope that your DH has finally closed that chapter, Amethyst!
Thanks, Marie. It has been several years, but there are still times that I wonder and worry. Hopefully things improve for you, too.
Thanks to you, too, Amethyst! I hear you when you're saying that you still worry, at times! You're not to blame, since you've passed through some difficult, related periods, which are far from fun to experience again. Believe me, I know the feeling already! We'll just have to see ...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 Sep 2012 13:23
Marie, that sounds very scary! I hope they sort it out as quickly as possible and find out what the cause was. Although seafood sounds like a good candidate, I've heard some people developing allergies suddenly to it. Or the budgie, which could be easier to handle, I guess.
In any case, a big hug!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Sep 2012 15:08
Marie, sorry to hear about the problem with your son. I can imagine it would be scary stuff to see your child have such an experience.
I suspect as Amethyst has said your son should have something like an epipen injector for situations like you mention. As a teacher I have to be trained yearly in how and when to apply epipen injections. (In fact I just completed the training this week - it only takes 15 minutes.) And I gather that the epipen delivers epinephrine which, as you may already know, relaxes your airways to make breathing easier as well as relaxing your muscles.
Best of luck with discovering the cause of the reaction Marie.
Yikes Marie, will be thinking of you and yours. It sounds like sending an epipen to school and notifying them of the potential for problems might ease some of your worries?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Sep 2012 18:28
Marie, that sounds very scary! If it helps, I had such an attack as a child, and then never again. We never figured out what caused it. The same thing happened to my DD as well, where she swelled up suddenly at school and had to go to the doctor, but we never figured out what it was.
It's entirely possible that this won't happen again... but I'm glad you will be prepared if it does!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Sep 2012 06:37
Thanks again to all from the depths of my heart!! Your comments are most reassuring and helpful, and your hugs are most comforting and welcome!
Reassuring such as yours, TJ! In fact, the paediatrician has already told us that this could happen only once but, since my son also suffers from hayfever and exzema, we just have to be a bit cautious. My DH suffers from feather and leaf allergies, also, and I suffer from allergies coming from various medications, so we were told that, unfortunately, it's in our family gene, poor thing! I just pray that he'll grow out of it since he's still young, and that I'd never see something like this happen to him, or to my daughter, again!
Daniella ... we've already put the poor budgie's cage in our garden, for now, so as to minimise direct exposure, and we're also avoiding certain foods until we can have some answers to our questions! The thing is that we have to wait another week, or a fortnight, for the appointment with the specialist, and only God knows how many more days we'd have to wait for the results of the blood tests, since these have to be sent abroad for testing, as we were told. Waiting is not my best ally!
CD and CW ... yes ... today I've just learnt that the proper name of the injection I mentioned earlier is exactly the Epipen! We already intend to talk to the school admistration and to teachers to inform them about the subject, as well as to his soccer coaches. The only thing that I'm not certain about is whether teachers can apply the injection themselves, since at our school they have direct orders not to give, or apply, any medications to children. If anything happens, they must call us parents first, and we'd have to administer medications ourselves. I don't live far away from my kids' school, until now ... it's only a few minutes away ... but, I wonder whether those few minutes, or more depending on where I could be at the moment, could make a difference in case of Anaphylaxis! I just think that I'd have to advise them to call the ambulance, if anything happens again! Always praying that it won't, cause now my mind is racing!
Reassuring such as yours, TJ! In fact, the paediatrician has already told us that this could happen only once but, since my son also suffers from hayfever and exzema, we just have to be a bit cautious. My DH suffers from feather and leaf allergies, also, and I suffer from allergies coming from various medications, so we were told that, unfortunately, it's in our family gene, poor thing! I just pray that he'll grow out of it since he's still young, and that I'd never see something like this happen to him, or to my daughter, again!
Daniella ... we've already put the poor budgie's cage in our garden, for now, so as to minimise direct exposure, and we're also avoiding certain foods until we can have some answers to our questions! The thing is that we have to wait another week, or a fortnight, for the appointment with the specialist, and only God knows how many more days we'd have to wait for the results of the blood tests, since these have to be sent abroad for testing, as we were told. Waiting is not my best ally!
CD and CW ... yes ... today I've just learnt that the proper name of the injection I mentioned earlier is exactly the Epipen! We already intend to talk to the school admistration and to teachers to inform them about the subject, as well as to his soccer coaches. The only thing that I'm not certain about is whether teachers can apply the injection themselves, since at our school they have direct orders not to give, or apply, any medications to children. If anything happens, they must call us parents first, and we'd have to administer medications ourselves. I don't live far away from my kids' school, until now ... it's only a few minutes away ... but, I wonder whether those few minutes, or more depending on where I could be at the moment, could make a difference in case of Anaphylaxis! I just think that I'd have to advise them to call the ambulance, if anything happens again! Always praying that it won't, cause now my mind is racing!
Originally posted by gatchamarie but, I wonder whether those few minutes, or more depending on where I could be at the moment, could make a difference in case of Anaphylaxis! I just think that I'd have to advise them to call the ambulance, if anything happens again! Always praying that it won't, cause now my mind is racing!Those few minutes do matter! If he is prescribed an epipen, ask your school if they have a release that you can sign that will allow them to administer the epipen with your verbal permission. A phone call only takes a few seconds, however the minutes that it takes to get in a car and drive even a few blocks can make a difference. The nice thing about epipens, is he can be taught to administer it himself if he is comfortable doing that. Some people are, some aren't.
I'm not sure about the laws where you're at, Marie, but where I'm at, that kind of school policy wouldn't be enforced if time is critical when certain medications have to be administered. That is, they can have that policy if the kid is taking cough syrup to treat a cold, but they can't apply that policy if an Epipen or an asthma inhaler has to be used. (Too many kids nearly died because somebody couldn't find a parent's phone number, or traffic was bad, or nobody was home, etc.)
Anyway, you might want to look into what the law says, especially if you son isn't comfortable with self-injecting.
Marie, I agree with EW and Amethyst. Getting that epipen as soon as possible is imperative - if your school allows it, sign the medical consent form so someone in the school can administer the medication if needed.
Here in Canada, the form states the medication to be administered and the reason it needs to be taken/given (I am trying to remember if a doctors signature is required as well, stating that they know the child is using the medication). Once the parent signs the medical release forms, if a child requires an epipen it MUST be carried on the child, then anyone in the school can administer the medication (hence the training I received.)
In your school even if the person who is first aid trained (or only the administrator) at your son's school is the only one who can administer the epipen, it is better than the time it would take for the phone call to reach you and then for you to get to the school.
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Sep 2012 01:32
I agree with you all, and thank you once again for your valuable advice.
I can clear things with the school once they start next Monday. I know that our school has such policies, about not administering medicines to children, but I don't know exactly which spectrum of medicines they cover exactly, since I never had the need to ask specifically. Like EW is saying, I think the use of an Epipen, an asthma inhaler, or any other more timely succour should have immediate priority.
My son happens to be one of those persons who freaks out at the sight of blood or injections. I even don't want to start to tell you how much he gets traumatised with journeys at the dentist! So, his injecting himself could be a problem, even though we're already trying to talk to him about the importance, and he's thankfully seeming to be getting to terms with that possibility ... always if there'd be the need!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Sep 2012 11:21
Stepping away from Gatchamarie's issue for just a moment. . .
After a brief delay...
"Exposed" has finally been posted at the Gatchfanfic site!
yay, so glad the wait is finally over for you, I'm just going to wait a few more minutes to read it while I watch Doctor Who!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 22 Sep 2012 12:57
As well you should, KT, as well you should!
Finally got it read, and well done you two!! I also managed to squeeze in "nightcrawlers" too... really enjoyed both of them!
I also managed to squeeze in "nightcrawlers" too... really enjoyed both of them!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Sep 2012 13:38
Glad you liked it! 
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Sep 2012 01:27
Congrats! Will read it as soon as I can!
Greetings, all...I'd like to let everyone know that Defiance is finally wrapped.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=128&chapter=16
I'm sorry it took so long to get here, really, truly sorry. Those of you who have remained interested in it, and goaded me along despite life smacking me upside the head and monster bouts of writers block...many, many thanks.
-Katharine
/boy, I'm tired...need four tries just to post this much...
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=128&chapter=16
I'm sorry it took so long to get here, really, truly sorry. Those of you who have remained interested in it, and goaded me along despite life smacking me upside the head and monster bouts of writers block...many, many thanks.
-Katharine
/boy, I'm tired...need four tries just to post this much...
Originally posted by Mad Katharine Greetings, all...I'd like to let everyone know that Defiance is finally wrapped.Great, Katharine -- I love this story! Now go and get a good and deserved rest! Edited to correct spelling of your name -- I can't see straight either
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Nov 2012 08:43
Originally posted by Mad Katharine Greetings, all...I'd like to let everyone know that Defiance is finally wrapped.Doesn't it feel good to get a big project like this finished? Congratulations!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Doesn't it feel good to get a big project like this finished?Oh, good God yes...that thing had been bugging me for years. Every time I came across a news article or some medical report that was relatable, it'd bash me upside the head. I knew exactly what I wanted to do and put to the page, but every single time I'd sit to work on it, real life kept tapping me on the shoulder, telling me that some other disaster took precedent instead. Ugh.
Congratulations!Thank you. Now to face that other unfinished fic of mine, and being bashed upside the head by it every time I watch an episode of Top Gear.
Mad Katharine
Exalted Member
posted 23 Nov 2012 08:29
Ah, and here's a perfect example of real life...here I am, quietly pondering said unfinished fic when My Guy in the Toolbelt storms in, in a fuss about dish towels missing from the kitchen. Dish towels. Is there a "beam me up, Scotty" emoticon lying around here somewhere?
Congrats Katherine!
Couldn't find any transporter icons, but the first abduction one is similar:
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Nov 2012 01:20
Many congratulations, Katherine! Now you can take a deep breath!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 28 Sep 2013 12:25
Not fanfic, but shameless self-promoted:
The second volume of my "Lachlan's Tigers" trilogy is now on Fiction Press (I should be able to publish on Amazon at some point, but for the time being I have some administrative issues with it), at the address:
http://www.fictionpress.com/s/3156293/1/Lachlan-s-Tigers
It's my entry for NaNo 2012, but -- do not fear -- heavily edited.
So if you can't sleep, or if you read "Lachlan's Quest" and would like to read the rest, here it is!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Sep 2013 14:27
Way to go, DT!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Sep 2013 17:05
Congratulations DT!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Sep 2013 08:36
That's terrific, Daniella! I can see how proud you are of your achievement!
gatchamarie
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Sep 2013 12:41
Congrats, DT! Well done!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Feb 2014 14:41
This announcement might not fit this thread, but hopefully it will soon.
Today I submitted two poems to The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. This is the first submission I've made since Dad passed.
Keep your fingers crossed for me!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Feb 2014 16:04
Please keep us informed EW!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Feb 2014 17:07
I hope it tickles their fancy, EW!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Feb 2014 17:42
That would be great for them to publish them, EW!
Fingers crossed on your behalf, EW, and I hope you get the response you want -soon!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Aug 2014 16:40
After a long dry spell, I've finally gotten a poem accepted by The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction!
Congratulations! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Aug 2014 08:12
That's terrific, EW! You should be very proud of yourself!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Aug 2014 09:47
It looks like I'm getting my groove back, and that tickles me to no end! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Aug 2014 12:24
Congrats, EW! That's wonderful.
EW, when we can see it??
Soooo coooool~~~~!!!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 23 Aug 2014 02:19
Congrats, EW! When can we read it???
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 23 Aug 2014 02:20
Does it feature our birdies?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Aug 2014 06:03
rachel & DT -- I don't know which issue it will be in yet...I usually don't know until the contributor's copies show up in my mailbox. And, unfortunately, it doesn't have anything to do with Gatchaman (F&SF doesn't deal with fanfic.)
But I'll let you know once the issue's out!
Yay for groovin'! Definitely let us know what issue when you know!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Aug 2014 18:22
I've become a bit of an attention hog!
A new story has just been posted at gatchfanfic:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1564
Hope you like it! 
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 31 Aug 2014 05:11
Back in wifi area and heading over to Gatchfanfic to read!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Oct 2014 11:14
Just got another poem accepted by The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction ! I don't know when it will appear yet, but I'll let you know as soon as I find out!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Oct 2014 12:42
Congratulations, EW!
That's awesome EW! I'm a longtime subscriber to that magazine! Can't wait to see your work in print!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Oct 2014 16:05
EW, that's fantastic! I hope there are more to come.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Oct 2014 16:45
Originally posted by Becky Rock I hope there are more to come.Me too!
Originally posted by mylari I'm a longtime subscriber to that magazine!How long? You might have already seen my work...
Originally posted by mylari I'm a longtime subscriber to that magazine!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite How long? You might have already seen my work...Probably around 20 years or more. I first subscribed back in high school. I think I have a few issues from the late 80's and a good portion of the 90's, definitely everything since the mid to late 90's until now...
E.D. Darling
Boardie
posted 25 Oct 2014 18:56
Lookin forward to it EW!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Oct 2014 19:27
Originally posted by mylariYou've seen my stuff, then. (Hey, that's kind of a thrill!) I've been appearing in that magazine off and on since 2006. BTW, I'm also tickled to get all the congratulations before anybody gets to see what I've done!Originally posted by mylari I'm a longtime subscriber to that magazine!Originally posted by ElectricWhite How long? You might have already seen my work...Probably around 20 years or more. I first subscribed back in high school. I think I have a few issues from the late 80's and a good portion of the 90's, definitely everything since the mid to late 90's until now...
Fabulous news! Congrats, EW!
EW that's fantastic! Which issues have you been in - I'll have to pull them out and re-read them
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Oct 2014 05:56
Mylari, I'm afraid I misspoke a bit -- my first sale was in 2006, but my first poem to that magazine didn't appear until the April 2007 issue. Other issues are:
December 2007
October/November 2008
August/September 2009
March/April 2011
March/April 2012
September/October 2012
And now I have two more poems pending...
You're getting quite the list of credits, EW!!!!!!!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Oct 2014 14:46
Originally posted by ChrisW You're getting quite the list of credits, EW!!!!!!!And that's for The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction ! I've also been in Asimov's and a number of literary mags....I know that comes off sounding like I'm bragging; I'm just stating a fact!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2014 16:47
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYou deserve to brag, EW. Those are wonderful credentials!Originally posted by ChrisW You're getting quite the list of credits, EW!!!!!!!And that's for The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction ! I've also been in Asimov's and a number of literary mags....I know that comes off sounding like I'm bragging; I'm just stating a fact!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2014 17:00
After two years of playing around trying to get an agent, I finally said screw it and self-published my latest book, The Guardians: Inheritance. It's only in e-book form on Kindle right now. I'm working on the formatting for the paperback through CreateSpace.
It's urban fantasy and was actually born out of an incident that happened to me when I was a teenager and a joke with my younger brother, who doesn't remember the incident, yet he's created a hobby from it. I can't say more without giving it away.
E.D. Darling
Boardie
posted 31 Oct 2014 06:23
Awesome!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 31 Oct 2014 08:23
Got it, will post review on Amazon when I read it (which I can't promise will be quickly, but I ll try!)
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2014 13:09
Thanks DT. I appreciate that.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2014 13:10
Thanks all.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Oct 2014 14:49
Sorry I'm a little late -- my computer decided to not let me log on, so Larry had to come to the rescue again!
Anyway, congrats, Becky! I'll look for it as soon as I get caught up.
E.D. Darling
Boardie
posted 6 Nov 2014 17:12
downloaded my copy today! I'll post a review when I'm done as well I love squatchy things!
I love squatchy things!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 7 Nov 2014 12:16
Hey, if you are interested and/or insomniac, I started publishing also "Revolution" fics over at FF.net.
Man, they're a tough crowd over there, and it would be nice to see a friendly face or two -- if the fancy takes you over to that part of the site.
E.D. Darling
Boardie
posted 7 Nov 2014 15:01
It's a hard crowd everywhere...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2014 05:08
I've got a couple of posts on gatchfanfic.com:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1569
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1570
Thanks for letting us know, EW! Is anyone else having trouble adding a story? I was going to put " Heart to Heart" up there, but I keep getting a 404 error. It won't let me leave reviews anymore, either. I tried twice to contact Julieann, but haven't heard anything... 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2014 09:00
It's great to see all our creative juices flowing. I'm not all that familiar with Revolution, but I'll go take a look. Already reviewed your posts, EW.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2014 09:29
Originally posted by Springie Thanks for letting us know, EW! Is anyone else having trouble adding a story? I was going to put " Heart to Heart" up there, but I keep getting a 404 error. It won't let me leave reviews anymore, either. I tried twice to contact Julieann, but haven't heard anything...I had the same problems (including not getting a response to emails). I just kept trying now and then until my submissions went through. (It took about a week from my first attempt until I succeeded...I guess I finally caught the site in a good mood!) Maybe if you keep trying, you'll eventually get through.
Glad to know I'm not the only one. It has been this way for a couple of days. I'll keep trying...
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 10 Nov 2014 13:03
I had the same problem a few weeks back -- I could upload from the ipad but not the laptop. Go figure...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Feb 2015 07:37
Hey gang -- msannomalley's got an ep. review posted at gatchfanfic!
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1580
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 20 Feb 2015 12:22
Originally posted by ElectricWhite Hey gang -- msannomalley's got an ep. review posted at gatchfanfic! http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1580Yeah, I do!
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 20 Feb 2015 17:14
Thanks KT & Chris!
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 22 Feb 2015 15:05
I wrote another one. This one is for Decoys of Doom.
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1581&chapter=1
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 24 Feb 2015 05:49
These are great, MsAnnO'Malley!
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 2 Mar 2015 09:58
Thanks!
And because I'm feeling productive (or in other words, I need to write something funny to balance out the academic writing I have for school this semester), I wrote yet another one for Super Space Spies (aka the Sugare Episode from Gatchaman).
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1582
Enjoy!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Mar 2015 14:28
I've got a new story up at gatchfanfic:
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1583
Hope you like it!
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 13 May 2015 11:57
It took three months to write this, but I finished another episode review. You can read it here:
msannomalley Reviews Magnetic Attraction
Enjoy!
OMG it had me howling with laughter all the way through - brilliantly done MsAnn.
I know I shouldn't ask but please, please keep up the great work, it always makes my day.
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 14 May 2015 06:20
Thanks, KT.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 May 2015 15:55
You've got twisted genius working for you! 
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 15 May 2015 08:22
Originally posted by ElectricWhite You've got twisted genius working for you!Thanks.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Sep 2015 19:45
My poem "Energy Matters" is in the latest issue (Sept./Oct. 2015) of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction
Awesome! I'll have to see if i can get a copy tomorrow!
so cool - now to find what I did with my copy... (has issues all over the house - it's the only magazine I subscribe to & have been for decades)
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Sep 2015 19:40
Congratulations, EW!
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 14 Sep 2015 06:02
Congratulations!
Fantastic, EW! Congratulations!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 26 Sep 2015 11:37
Hi all, after a long time I managed to continue my Anderson fic "Irreplaceable", but I haven't managed to upload on Gatchfanfic, I get an error message saying I don't have access rights to upload stories...
If you do want to read the story, I put it up on FanFic net, and I'll send an email to Julieann again about Gatchfanfic. EW, Ms Ann, you seem to be among the most recent posters on Gatchfanfic -- did it work immediately for you?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2015 12:04
Nope. I had to do a little bit at a time, adjusting it each time there was a word or two it didn't like. You have to have a generous amount of time and patience to post on that site at this time.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 26 Sep 2015 15:55
OK, I managed to do it. There are still some encoding problems -- some of the "" don't come out right, but after correcting it twice, re-uploading and getting the same thing, I left it like that. It can still be read, so, if you have been following this story, I'll be very happy to read your reviews!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2015 16:51
Cool.
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 26 Sep 2015 19:24
Originally posted by Daniella T Hi all, after a long time I managed to continue my Anderson fic "Irreplaceable", but I haven't managed to upload on Gatchfanfic, I get an error message saying I don't have access rights to upload stories... If you do want to read the story, I put it up on FanFic net, and I'll send an email to Julieann again about Gatchfanfic. EW, Ms Ann, you seem to be among the most recent posters on Gatchfanfic -- did it work immediately for you?I haven't posted anything there since late last winter and I had the same issues as you did.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Sep 2015 05:58
I struggled through posting my Christmas fic last year, but nothing else. I'm scared to think about trying to upload my Christmas fic this year! I have a big backlog of fics I'm waiting to post. I'm starting to think I should just give up on Gatchfanfic altogether and just put everything on ff.net. But I really like the way Gatchfanfic lets you use images. Sigh...
I agree...I miss being able to post fics to Gatchfanfic. Adding images makes it so nice! I only have one little vignette to post, but I gave up after having so many problems.
Just an FYI, archive of our own allows images to be embedded in fics. I hadn't tried it myself so far because I haven't written anything that I had enough drawings to include in it, but I did a test draft recently and you just need to have the images housed somewhere online. I'm at work and on my phone, but I can work on posting a "how-to" later tonight when I am home and on my laptop. Existing users of AO3 used to be able to send invites for new members to sign up with, but I know they had to suspend that for a while due to some issues and am not sure if they reopened that or not. If not, they have a link on their main page to request an invite from their main queue. I think when I did that over a year ago, it only took a day or two before I got my invite.
I sent an invite not too long ago for AO3 so it's probably been re-enabled, unless they shut it off very recently.
They turned it off within the last couple of months. I just logged in and it is still disabled, but there is a link on the front splash page to request an invite. I think the wait is currently 3-4 days.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Oct 2015 05:46
Honestly, I'm not comfortable with Archive of Our Own. Slash fanfic just isn't my thing, but especially Gatch slash fanfic. If I have to, I'll just revert to ff.net.
AO3 does have slash fanfic, but so do ff.net and gatchfanfic for that matter. I actually encountered slash on ff.net before I ran into it elsewhere. AO3 also has tons of non-slash fic and general fic. It's also less restrictive when it comes to the more explicit adult content that ff.net doesn't allow. But, as with anything else, it's a matter of preference and all the archive sites have their own positives and negatives. There is a larger user/reader base at ff.net, but from my very limited experience with gatchfanfic, I find AO3 to be a closer user experience, just with a broader topic range.
The problem I have with posting fics anywhere else is that I would prefer my fics to be read by only fans of the show, and while I know non-members can read fics rated 18 or under, the Adult fics are members only.
This also helps prevent any minors from accidentally clicking on a story they really shouldn't be reading.
I wouldn't be as confident in any other forum, since in my experience trying to prevent a minor from reading something unsuitable just makes it all the more appealing to them.
KT: All a minor has to do on any story site is lie about their age.
Personally I can't stand the interface at FF.net. AO3 is a much smoother and cleaner experience, interface-wide, from the writer's side anyway. From the reader's side the tag-based navigation can be a little frustrating if your show (like ours) shows up in various ways tag-wise, but I'm used to it now and find my way around just fine.
If anyone else is interested in AO3 let me know.
Well, AO3 does have (I feel) pretty good search filters, so you can choose what it is you want to see when looking for fics to read.
You can choose not to see certain character pairings, etc., according to what interests you. There are also warnings for triggers and things of that nature as well.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Oct 2015 17:37
The November/December issue of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction has come out, and my poem "Phases" is in it!
* I would have posted "Energy Matters" from the September/October issue, but my contributor copies apparently got lost in the mail! (I have the poem on my hard drive at home....but that doesn't do me much good while I'm in rehab!) I sent an email to one of the editors, so (hopefully) this will be taken care of very soon.
Way to go, EW!
Awesome! 2 issues in a row. Thats fabulous
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Nov 2015 16:29
It sounds like they really love your poetry, EW!
just wanted to let folks know I've posted three fics over on MsAnn's Crescent Coral library, that have not previously been posted on GFF!
Feel free to wander over and take a peek
http://crescentcorallibrary.com/
http://crescentcorallibrary.com/
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Mar 2016 17:59
Thanks for the heads up, KT!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Mar 2016 06:31
Good to know! I keep meaning to get there and post, but the past few weeks have been incredibly busy, and it's going to stay that way until mid-April at least...
Still, it's good to know that others are working out the bugs for me!
A never seen before fic posted on MsAnn's Crescent Coral Library... take a look!
What the Yelp!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Sep 2016 06:49
I've submitted two poems to The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, my first submission since my trip to Jasper over a year ago. Plus, this is my first submission to F&SF's new editor.
Keeping my fingers crossed....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Oct 2016 07:37
The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction has accepted a poem -- my first since I went to Jasper for the charcot surgery (a year and a half ago!) Publication date TBA. 
Also, this is the first acceptance since F&SF got a new editor. 
Also, this is the first acceptance since F&SF got a new editor.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 20 Oct 2016 17:24
That's wonderful, EW!
Congrats!!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2016 22:43
Congratulations on your publication EW- its exciting for you to see your work in print.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 10 Nov 2016 09:32
If anyone's still interested, I've just added a new chapter to the "Irreplaceable" story on Gatchfanfic.
For those who don't know this story, it's very long-running one starring Anderson.
Sarah (Anderson's love interest many Bradbury Jars ago) makes an appearance!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2016 09:41
Thanks for the heads-up, DT!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 10 Nov 2016 13:50
Originally posted by KT1972 just wanted to let folks know I've posted three fics over on MsAnn's Crescent Coral library, that have not previously been posted on GFF! Feel free to wander over and take a peekKT, I had missed this post -- I can't access the Crescent Coral library, do you have these fics somewhere else?
Originally posted by ElectricWhite The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction has accepted a poem -- my first since I went to Jasper for the charcot surgery (a year and a half ago!) Publication date TBA.And... this is another post I had missed. Many congrats, EW!
Originally posted by Daniella TI have one of them posted on FFN that you may or may not have seen yet, What the yelp! and another is on the Crescent coral base forum, You will fly Hope the links workOriginally posted by KT1972 just wanted to let folks know I've posted three fics over on MsAnn's Crescent Coral library, that have not previously been posted on GFF! Feel free to wander over and take a peekKT, I had missed this post -- I can't access the Crescent Coral library, do you have these fics somewhere else?
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2016 14:51
Yaaagh! I'm further behind than I thought!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 11 Nov 2016 08:02
Originally posted by KT1972It does, thank you! I haven't used the Crescent coral library yet, time to do so!Originally posted by Daniella TI have one of them posted on FFN that you may or may not have seen yet, What the yelp! and another is on the Crescent coral base forum, You will fly Hope the links workOriginally posted by KT1972 just wanted to let folks know I've posted three fics over on MsAnn's Crescent Coral library, that have not previously been posted on GFF! Feel free to wander over and take a peekKT, I had missed this post -- I can't access the Crescent Coral library, do you have these fics somewhere else?
I posted my first ever fan fic at Archive of Our Own last night.
Here's the link: http://archiveofourown.org/works/8593183
Thanks again to Ebonyswanne and GrumpyGhostOwl for beta reading and for being awesome!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Nov 2016 13:59
I enjoyed reading your story, it unfolds nicely from all their views and how they feel in that time, and the foreboding of things to come. Well done!
I subscribed to you and marked the story for later, Katblu. Congrats on your first fic!
Congrats on your first fic!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Nov 2016 06:55
I've posted my first episode rewrite in about 3 1/2 years over on Msann's site:
http://crescentcorallibrary.com/gatchaman/index.php?topic=79.msg2522;topicseen#new
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Nov 2016 13:35
Well done EW! We love ep re-writes. Especially Gatch 2 and fighter. I did a whole series through End of Gatch 1, Catch 2 and fighter, so I know the value of the work from them as I couldn't do the fics to cannon otherwise as effectively.
With gatchfanfic.com undergoing renovations, I've migrated all my old stuff and added a bunch of new stuff over at AO3.
BotP:2163 (my AU series) http://archiveofourown.org/series/394162
Episode Reviews (just what it says on the tin) http://archiveofourown.org/series/573571 (no new ones there I'm afraid, just the old ones from back in the ancient days!)
I've been getting back into writing after a long break, digging up old partially finished stories from years ago and actually finishing them. (Then they go to my poor, long-suffering beta readers, who are to be pitied.)
.
I've almost finished my second edit of the fic I've been working on.
Write nothing for 6yrs and 65,000 words in a few weeks isn't too bad going...
Its a different BOTP, but hey, why not!!
Why I do these things to my favourite character I'll never know... Anguish queen strikes again...but its BOTP I was a bit nicer.
"War Games" out soon.
Gritty BOTP, set further in the war than the series.
(Once proof and beta looks at it. Likely January since its Christmas soon.)
Has lots of story warnings; MA.
Preview; What happens when the Swan has more than just a visible enemy to fight...she can't even remember who G-Force are..
How do the team cope with her disappearance, and when she returns with complications beyond what they could ever imagine.
What will the team do when the truth of G-Force's creator comes out in the open, and it threatens to end the entire galaxy. Stay tuned!!
E.D. Darling
Boardie
posted 23 Dec 2016 17:31
Can't wait! Look forward to it! ðŸ˜
I've posted my first really new full-length story (one I wrote recently from start to finish rather than resurrecting an old WIP and finally finishing it off) in a long while over at An Archive of Our Own (AO3.)
It's a below-decks take on the bowling ball episode and it's in the BotP-verse. Frankly I think the BotP-verse gets around with its underpants on its head but it is this very quality that makes it so rich for satire and humour, and honestly, when it comes to sheer silliness, is it really that much worse than Independence Day or Pacific Rim? Apart from Zark, of course.
The original characters are basically there to say what we all thought when first saw it.
http://archiveofourown.org/works/9475853
GrumpyGhostOwl
Master Boardie
posted 31 Jan 2017 17:02
Mad Scientists Anonymous is drawing to a close over at Crescent Coral. Thank you to ElectricWhite for running with the ball when I was just tossing plot bunnies in the air. If she hadn't gone ahead and started the thread, I would have just scribbled the idea down and archived it along with all the other plot bunnies, possibly never to see the light of day.
Now, you may well think that it should never have seen the light of day in any event, but it has.
EW's contributions absolutely drove the story. She is clearly a very disturbed individual.
The premise is that the various iterations of the team mentors are attending their very first (but maybe not their last) meeting of Mad Scientists Anonymous.
If you would like to read it, or maybe even contribute an epilogue, or run with the idea yourself in Mad Scientists Anonymous - the Next Episode you can follow this elegant, hand-crafted hyperlink to Crescent Coral Base on teh interwebs:
http://crescentcorallibrary.com/gatchaman/index.php?topic=130.0
(Don't let Spot get wet, or feed him after midnight.)
It's very, very silly.
The premise is that the various iterations of the team mentors are attending their very first (but maybe not their last) meeting of Mad Scientists Anonymous.
If you would like to read it, or maybe even contribute an epilogue, or run with the idea yourself in Mad Scientists Anonymous - the Next Episode you can follow this elegant, hand-crafted hyperlink to Crescent Coral Base on teh interwebs:
http://crescentcorallibrary.com/gatchaman/index.php?topic=130.0
(Don't let Spot get wet, or feed him after midnight.)
It's very, very silly.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Jan 2017 19:20
Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl EW's contributions absolutely drove the story. She is clearly a very disturbed individual.Aw, shucks...thanks, GGO! Such expert opinions mean so much!
GrumpyGhostOwl
Master Boardie
posted 31 Jan 2017 22:49
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteIt is said that it takes one to know one. In my defence, the moon was full and I was left unsupervised.Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl EW's contributions absolutely drove the story. She is clearly a very disturbed individual.Aw, shucks...thanks, GGO! Such expert opinions mean so much!
Will be posting it a bit at a time. Some later in the month. (Story has been written in full.)
Fic- War Games.
Battle of the Planets.
Eagle/Swan.
Full cast.
Story warnings: (M) Gritty BOTP, adult version, violence, mild sex scenes, mild torture, action, adventure. (Not in the first chapters.)
The war with Spectra has escalated since they rescued the Conway tapes. Zark has gone offline to pursue his dream.
AU- The Luminous One has formed a devious plan to bring about the final defeat of G-Force, and crush the federation of planets.
When she vanishes on a mission, its only just the beginning for whats ahead for the team, and the challenges the Eagle will face as he learns the shocking truth of her disappearance.
Zark has left Centre Neptune in pursuit of his promise by the love of life Susan. Lots of twists and turns.
How will they survive the betrayal of someone they trusted?
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12343399/1/War-Games
Also posting in AO3 under "Battle of the planets.
It's the 14th of February, and we all know what that means - YES! It's the 51st anniversary of the introduction of decimal currency in Australia. Whoo!
No, really. It is.
But here's the obligatory Valentine's Day story as well:
http://archiveofourown.org/works/9705371
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Feb 2017 18:54
Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl It's the 14th of February, and we all know what that means - YES! It's the 51st anniversary of the introduction of decimal currency in Australia. Whoo!And if the love of money isn't your thing, you could always mark the St. Valentine's Day Massacre of 1929!
GrumpyGhostOwl
Master Boardie
posted 13 Feb 2017 19:27
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI'm just glad I don't have to do the math for the old currency - there were 12 pence to a shilling, 2 shillings to a florin, five shillings in a crown, twenty shillings to a pound. Coins included the halfpenny, tuppence, threepence and sixpence as well as the aforementioned penny, shilling, florin and crown. The Brass Razoo remains the stuff of legend, although various people have produced Brass Razoos as novelty items. (The one pictured on Wikipedia features a blowfly on the 'tails' side.) Decimal currency's [i]way[\i] easier!Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl It's the 14th of February, and we all know what that means - YES! It's the 51st anniversary of the introduction of decimal currency in Australia. Whoo!And if the love of money isn't your thing, you could always mark the St. Valentine's Day Massacre of 1929!
Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwlI love the old ads with the song (based on Aussie folk song "Click Go the Shears") that my mother still used to sing decades later! They do attempt to help with the math for the old currency.Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI'm just glad I don't have to do the math for the old currency - there were 12 pence to a shilling, 2 shillings to a florin, five shillings in a crown, twenty shillings to a pound. Coins included the halfpenny, tuppence, threepence and sixpence as well as the aforementioned penny, shilling, florin and crown. The Brass Razoo remains the stuff of legend, although various people have produced Brass Razoos as novelty items. (The one pictured on Wikipedia features a blowfly on the 'tails' side.) Decimal currency's [i]way[\i] easier!Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl It's the 14th of February, and we all know what that means - YES! It's the 51st anniversary of the introduction of decimal currency in Australia. Whoo!And if the love of money isn't your thing, you could always mark the St. Valentine's Day Massacre of 1929!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oTDRjyti1s
FANFIC: War Games.
Completed story.
AU- Battle of the planets
Story warnings; ADULT, content. war situations, sexual situations, violence, torture, and more. Gritty and darker in parts.
Special thanks to my plot betas along the way. TJ & E.D Darling. You helped put it on the right path from the original draft.
Pairing: Eagle/Swan
Genre: Anguish, action, romance, drama.
Story summary;
Starts a year after the last episode.
When the Swan vanishes on a mission, its only just the beginning for whats ahead for the team- and the challenges the Eagle will face as he learns the shocking truth of her disappearance. How will they survive the betrayal of someone they trusted?
Link:
http://archiveofourown.org/works/9498917/chapters/21491597
http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1599&warning=4
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jul 2017 15:33
Way back on October 20 I told you all about a poem being accepted by The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. Well, the issue hit the stands today!
Today also marks a big first for the magazine;
F&SF is now available worldwide electronically via Weightless Books. That means, for example, Canadian readers can buy electronic copies for the first time. Here are the Buy Links for the issue:
Paper copies and subscriptions: https://www.sfsite.com/fsf/toc1707.htm
Weightless Books: https://weightlessbooks.com/category/publisher/spilogale-inc/
Amazon US (Kindle edition): http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004ZFZ4O8/
Amazon UK (Kindle edition): http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004ZFZ4O8/
After taking a bit of a break from long stories, I'm back.
Thank you to Katblu42 for beta-reading and highlighting the weird edits, typos and other oddities that had infiltrated the story during the long, long, long, long writing process. Yes, it's another oldie that's been hanging around unfinished for ages. It was originally inspired by an episode of Stargate: SG1, that's how old it is. I'm not saying which one, though, because that would spoil things.
The first two chapters are up at AO3. I'm doing the final polish on the remaining three and they'll be up soon. Like all writers, I live for feedback.
Here is the link to Your Wildest Dreams.
I'm definitely more than half way through the arc, now.
Yeah, the title's from a Moody Blues song. Sad, isn't it? I promise it's not a song-fic, though. I generally don't do song-fics, although I may one day write one using I'm a Little Teapot just for the evulz.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 23 Aug 2017 19:08
Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl I generally don't do song-fics, although I may one day write one using I'm a Little Teapot just for the evulz.Huh. All this time I thought you'd go for Itsy Bitsy Spider...I must be slipping.
GrumpyGhostOwl
Master Boardie
posted 23 Aug 2017 19:25
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteI could look at that down the track... I already did a filk version of Teapot many years ago. It went something like this... "I'm a little robot, Short and stout. Here is my FOSDIC; Here's Rover's snout! When the bases blow up, Hear me shout: I'ts okay, kids! They all got out!" Actually, almost any BotP episode could basically be a songfic of that. Meh... Looks like I'll have to use Itsy Bitsy after all, or Incey Wincey, as we call him over here.Originally posted by GrumpyGhostOwl I generally don't do song-fics, although I may one day write one using I'm a Little Teapot just for the evulz.Huh. All this time I thought you'd go for Itsy Bitsy Spider...I must be slipping.
The second part of the series trilogy. Tangled Web universe.
Ghosts of the past part III
Mild sexual content and violence.
Ten years later...
Spectra has been quiet, and the newly formed federation of planets has been coming along smoothly as settlements are proving fruitful and new planets are being explored.
Joe has been missing for ten years and hope is fading on him ever returning to Earth, in meantime G-force are secretly on high alert as secret sources of information being passed to Galaxy security are proving Spectra is becoming restless building its military, and war is brewing. Can Joe escape his current predicament to reach the federation again?
The conclusion leading into the third part of the series "The Rise of Spectra." (Will be set in BOTP eps.)
Posted on AO3, Fanfiction,net and Gatchaman archives.
https://archiveofourown.org/works/11927055/chapters/26956938
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Sep 2017 19:29
Finally, finishing. 'Ghosts of the past."
Its a bridging series, moves it into BOTP. Its how I intended it happen.
Rise of Spectra has aprox 4 stories in it. (Joe and Jason's eventual father/son relationship.) Revealing of truths and their stories from the SNT to Mark/Jason how it affects them all. Joe's ties with the Aliens who have tried to take over the Earth numerous times. His REAL purpose and truths his parents tried to hide him from.
I've written two of them so I knew what to tie off and what to leave open, and tie off in the last part.
Longgggg.... series. But I wanna know for myself how it all ends! What happens to all of them. One big family...
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Sep 2017 20:10
Bwahhh.... procrastination. Its how I do it... should be doing other things... my obsessive single focus nature kicks in...
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I've put a new story up over at AO3. It's part 32 of my AU and is about as close to romance as I get.
Castling
The Federation plans to hold the 117th Annual Interplanetary Security Conference on the planet Albion. G-Force plans a holiday. Zoltar plans on spoiling it for everyone. A love story with guns, knives, politics, violence, bloodshed... and opera.
This story follows on directly from Your Wildest Dreams. There are nine chapters in all.
Much thanks to the ever-patient and diligent Katblu42 for beta-reading and picking up all the plot holes.
I would like to point out that I wrote this story some months before I found out that Opera Australia will be putting on a performance of The Nose in 2018.
Redbird and I wrote a crackfic a while back and it's just been sitting there. We (mostly I) finally accepted that it won't get a final polish. It's up now: Mission from Hell
GrumpyGhostOwl
Master Boardie
posted 8 Jan 2018 01:37
Having read Mission From Hell, GGO reaches into a fractal potentiality marked "Gatchaverse" and rummages for a moment before retrieving a piece of paper from Dr Nambu's "IN" tray:
Dear Dr Nambu
In light of recent events, we would like to congratulate you and offer you membership in our invitation-only club, the Utter, Utter, UTTER Bastards Society (Inc.) Traditionally, membership of the Utter, Utter, UTTER Bastards has only been offered to people such as the programmers of the latest version of Skype, the people who schedule those massive iTunes software updates right when you want to stream something on Netflix, the Head of Programming at Fox and the person who keeps cancelling any Joss Whedon series (yes, WE took the sky from you!)
To accept our invitation, kindly fill out the attached form and return it to us in the envelope supplied.
Yours in Bastardry,
MICROSOFT CORPORATION
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Jan 2018 04:17
GGO --
*Sorry, double post
New Story;
Warnings; Friendship/love, and changes, sexual situations, moderate violence adventure and finding their feet in a new peaceful world.
THE BUCKET LIST
AU: Galactor have long been defeated after their miracle escape from the Poison Apple. In the aftermath the team have been trying to lead a normal civilian life. Things aren't what most of them expected it be especially Ken, Joe and Jun and their relationships and plans suffer as a result.
Ken has barely survived cancer and is trying to find a life outside of being Gatchaman. In therapy he had a suggestion come his way to really start living a life again. Whats in store for his new awakening and the travelling companion he didn't expect to have, and a life he didn't expect to live.
(Also on F.Fnet.)
https://archiveofourown.org/works/13653600/chapters/31359162
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Mar 2018 08:06
That's next on my list!
Swannie, could you please check your PMs? Thanks.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Mar 2018 21:13
EW.... will do. I haven't been in here much of late.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 May 2018 12:01
Well, a couple of weeks ago I posted Keepin' It Rio Remix in the Rubber Room. I guess I expected to have a lot of people reading and commenting on it, since that's what usually happened back when I was almost constantly cranking out my own special breed of twisted fics.
Anyway, after some thought, it occurred to me that this isn't exactly like most of my other work. For one thing, this is my first rewrite of a rewrite. You see, a few months ago, I posted Keepin' It Rio on the Crescent Coral Base site. This was my first rewrite of a Gatch F episode, and (since Santai hadn't released it's English-subbed DVDs yet) I had to use an English translation of an Italian translation of a Korean translation of the original Japanese. (I suspect at least one bad online translator may have contributed. At any rate, it was an agonizing experience.)
Then Santai released their subbed Gatch II and Gatch F DVDs. I revisited Gatch F Episode 34 and found a plethora of new ideas bursting forth, now that I was certain what was actually happening and what the %^&*@#$%^&* was being said! So Keepin' It Rio Remix sprung upon the Earth.
Now, there are a few things that I kept in the remix: the basic plot, setting, and characters generally haven't changed, and Dr. Nambu and the Science Ninja Team think that a pair of Groucho Marx glasses makes the best disguise ever! But there are quite a few things in the remix that aren't in the original rewrite. A few examples:
* An anatomically correct mecha
* Steampunk vehicles
* Optimus Prime
* Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat
* Ball bearings
* Silly String
And much more!
So, I would appreciate it if you'd pop over to the Rubber Room and check it out (if you haven't already)!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 May 2018 01:55
I didn't see the thread. That can happen easily here.
I like the idea of steampunk. I can see that in Gatchaman easily with the mechas. Plus I just like steampunk fashions.
Will drop in and look for it.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 20 May 2018 13:33
I finished it!
My "Irreplaceable" fic, which I had been writing since... well, since a long time ago.
Now complete.
It's an Anderson fic, so, if you're interested it's now on Gatchfanfic and FanFiction net.
Reviews, as always, are more than welcome!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 May 2018 00:23
Do you have a link???
Just finished reading it, loved it DT, could have been made into an episode!
Here's a link to the GFF page Irreplaceable
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 21 May 2018 07:16
Thank you for providing the link, KT!
And for your kind words
Nice work Daniella. I enjoyed my quick read of it. Some really nice touches in there - like underestimating enemies, and interplay between Anderson and Cronus.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 24 May 2018 05:45
Thanks Kat!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Feb 2019 05:00
The March/April issue of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction will be available for sale on March 1! Look for it at on newsstands or Kindle -- this issue features my poem "Away"!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 25 Feb 2019 05:28
Congratulations!!!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 25 Feb 2019 10:42
That's great, EW! I used to have a subscription to it but I was always coming up with more for the stories and sometimes the poetry than I'm sure the original author would not have appreciated, so I stopped to gibe my brain a rest and concentrate on my own writing. But the next time we're at B&N I'll look for it.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2019 15:30
Hey, Gang, I've got more info about checking out The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction!
* * * * * * * * * *
F&SF is now available worldwide electronically via Weightless Books. That means, for example, Canadian readers can now buy electronic copies. Here are the Buy Links for the issue:
Paper copies and subscriptions, plus the other three links below: https://www.sfsite.com/fsf/toc1903.htm
Weightless Books: https://weightlessbooks.com/category/publisher/spilogale-inc/
Amazon US (Kindle edition): http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004ZFZ4O8/
Amazon UK (Kindle edition): http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004ZFZ4O8/
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Mar 2019 16:14
Thanks EW!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Mar 2019 03:06
Congratulations EW on the publication. That's something to be proud of.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Nov 2021 18:44
Well, after a dry spell in my poetry writing, I've finally submitted two poems to The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. (The last poem I wrote appeared in the March/April 2019 issue of F&SF.)
Another thing that makes these two poems special is I experimented in
English linguistic purism or "Anglish". Basically, Anglish is what English could have been if William the Conqueror lost the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
An Anglish sampler:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9VYsl9QiCY&t=43s
And, if you're unfamiliar with the Battle of Hastings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl3K63Rbygw
Wish me luck!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Dec 2021 14:03
I got a rejection email. Damn.
sorry, I know how that feels when I get them for my art.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 Apr 2022 03:18
I've got a new fic up at Gatchfanfic and Fanfiction dot net!
Shamelessly self-promoting...
This fic falls firmly -- FIRMLY -- in the plot-what-plot category
YAY new fic, where's my snacks, I'm off to read!
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 9 Apr 2022 15:06
Thank you KT!!!!
Originally posted by Daniella T I've got a new fic up at Gatchfanfic and Fanfiction dot net! Shamelessly self-promoting... This fic falls firmly -- FIRMLY -- in the plot-what-plot categoryWoohoo!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Apr 2022 18:58
Originally posted by Daniella T I've got a new fic up at Gatchfanfic and Fanfiction dot net! Shamelessly self-promoting... This fic falls firmly -- FIRMLY -- in the plot-what-plot categoryA lot of writing has slowed down in recent years in the fandom. I'll pop over and have a read of something new!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 May 2022 16:36
Many of us have not been able to post in Gatchfanfic for many years. Julieanne has tried to get it updated but as far as I know, she hasn't had complete success.
I put up a new fic at Gatfchfanfic just now. Waiting on admin approval. It's my way of expressing my grief over the loss of my 15 year old Scottie, Rhia. Tomorrow is her birthday and I thought it appropriate to post finally. I lost her in September of 2020. The title is Goodbye Perun.
For some reason my fanfic on Gatchfanfic has never been validated. Regardless I posted the story on Archive of our Own, it's under Ealanta there.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jul 2022 19:18
Originally posted by stardust For some reason my fanfic on Gatchfanfic has never been validated. Regardless I posted the story on Archive of our Own, it's under Ealanta there.A03 is a good site to post fanfic. Its not exclusive; however, its user friendly, and can post adult content, there are a few gatch/BOTP readers there.
Hi, everyone--after a long, looong hiatus of sorts (long story), I've been able to get back into the fandom again and some semblance of writing stuff. One of the things I've been working on is finishing some old Bradbury's Jar Challenges, one of which I'd started so long ago, I'd forgotten all about it. How long ago? It's "Loaded", from Week No. 145, I think. I've got it posted at Gatchfanfic.com, here: https://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1543&chapter=3
I also put into Gatchfanfic.com another short Bradbury's Jar item, named "Rain". You can find it under "Dispatches from the Respite".
What else...I also completely overhauled the universe introduction--it needed it. Now it's a tighter read, less rambling, more facts and features, and Steve McQueen. You can find it here: The Disturbediverse Primer
I'm working on more. I have at least three unfinished pieces that I had to stop working on all these years because real life had just been kicking me in the ass, non-stop...until recently, anyway. I have some breathing room now.
Lastly, I've been doing a bit of cleanup with four of the major pieces I've done over the years: Affirmation, Monsters, Invader and Defiance. In them, I've cleaned up a lot of latent punctuation and terminology errors, and amended the technology references to provide a bit of a "tech-upgrade" as it were (they were written predominately between 1995-2002, after all), and added very minor snips of dialogue and scenery to improve on their flow. No walls were knocked down or furniture moved here: it's more like the floors have been scrubbed, the kitchen appliances have been upgraded, some new pictures have been hung on the walls.
I did it because, well--I felt it was needed as I re-read them to get my head back into the Disturbediverse, there was a lot of terminology that wasn't up to par and they honestly needed the tech uplift. I did not overwrite the originals, they're still where they are at Gatchfanfic.com and there they'll stay. Think of the updated ones as a "remastering" of the older versions, or as a friend of mine said I should call them--the Director's Cut. You can find them as a standalone fic, here: https://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1620
As always, comments, critiques, razzes and jeers are always welcome. It was a couple of those that prodded me to get back to work (thank you, James. )
I have a lot of catching up to do. All the same, it feels good to be back.
*edited to fix the tags.
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I have a lot of catching up to do. All the same, it feels good to be back.
*edited to fix the tags.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Sep 2023 15:53
Glad you're back!
Yay! New fic, and a wonderful excuse to reread older fics too. Could it get any better?
Oh yeah, welcome back. You've certainly been missed
Oh yeah, welcome back. You've certainly been missed
Welcome back Katherine
Also, why does my fics never get validated? What am I doing wrong?
Mad Katharine
Exalted Member
posted 4 Sep 2023 17:18
Originally posted by stardust Welcome back Katherine Also, why does my fics never get validated? What am I doing wrong?I wondered about that myself--I saw that a few users were having some issues with Gatchfanfic.com. One thing I did notice was that there's a word limit, 16,000 words I think it was, so if your piece is longer than that, it won't post.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2023 22:15
Originally posted by stardust Also, why does my fics never get validated? What am I doing wrong?I got a couple fics validated, but I waited an incredibly long time before it happened. I even sent an email asking if there was a problem, but there was no response.
Welcome back Katherine!
Ooh, Loaded - I could clearly see that whole event in my mind as I read. Such precision. Neat and quick and . . . kind of terrifying.
Gatchafanfic is such a wonderful site. And it's responsible for getting me hooked on fanfoc, and into writing it.
But, I can't register there, so I can't read everything (adult rated fics), and I can't post there. So all my fics are on Archive of Our Own (AO3)
If anyone is contemplating creating an AO3 account to post (or cross-post) there, I still have a few invite codes that will enable you to skip the waiting list.
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