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Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Aug 2008 06:12
Yes, at long last, the series on which I've been working for months is finally done. Well, mostly. I still have to publish the last bits in Birdscramble. But I've begun posting it now. I hope everyone enjoys this!
Fugitive
Ooh, I've been looking forward to this!
Congratulations! 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Aug 2008 15:24
You'll enjoy this one, she's done a great job...
Yayyy! Congratulations, TJ! You've been working so hard on this one! I'm so glad you're finally able to post it for the world to read! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Aug 2008 16:02
TJ, glad to see you are finally posting this.
This is a great story...
I know you have spent a lot of time on it and everyone is going to enjoy it.
This one is fabulous, TJ! I was on the edge of my seat through the whole thing!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Aug 2008 07:05
Thanks guys! 
I'm glad you enjoyed it! I've never put so much time and effort into a fic before. I appreciate the nice comments. 
In any case, more chapters are up!
Chapter 3
I'm glad you enjoyed it! I've never put so much time and effort into a fic before. I appreciate the nice comments.
In any case, more chapters are up!
Chapter 3
TJ I had to come here to read the 3rd chapter of your "Fugitive" fic!
I've been needling you and needling you for more information! Glad that you're able to hold your tongue and ignore me.
This is superb storytelling at best; I was telling a friend of mine about your story last night over the phone. I hope she reviews it!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Aug 2008 08:58
LOL... I was just about to go to ff.net and upload the next 2 chapters... 
So looking forward to reading this one TJ.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Aug 2008 15:12
New chapters for today...
Chapters 5 and 6
Originally posted by Transmute Jun New chapters for today... Chapters 5 and 6Those were already there yesterday!! Maybe because I'm on another timetable!!! Addicting story! More! More!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Aug 2008 08:50
Originally posted by amyltrerIt is isn't it Amy. It pulls you right in and will not let you go until the end. I keep looking forward to the next part.Originally posted by Transmute Jun New chapters for today... Chapters 5 and 6Those were already there yesterday!! Maybe because I'm on another timetable!!! Addicting story! More! More!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Aug 2008 09:00
Originally posted by amyltrer Those were already there yesterday!! Maybe because I'm on another timetable!!! Addicting story! More! More!It depends, Amy. The Fanfic Archives takes awhile to approve the chapters after I post them, so usually I put them up before I go to bed and then in the morning they are approved and ready to post here. So since you're 10 hours ahead of me (or something like that) it's quite likely that you see them while I'm still sleeping, before I've posted a link here.
I'm glad you like the story! I'll post more soon.
TJ I am just at the edge of my seat reading the new story. It is so well crafted and gives just the right amounts of information for my imagination to scream at me the whole time I am reading it. It is so creatively done and completely tantalizing in what is revealed/not revealed.
Cant' wait for more!!!
Originally posted by Transmute JunHe he, that means I'm the first who gets to read them!!! YupeeeOriginally posted by amyltrer Those were already there yesterday!! Maybe because I'm on another timetable!!! Addicting story! More! More!It depends, Amy. The Fanfic Archives takes awhile to approve the chapters after I post them, so usually I put them up before I go to bed and then in the morning they are approved and ready to post here. So since you're 10 hours ahead of me (or something like that) it's quite likely that you see them while I'm still sleeping, before I've posted a link here.
Very interesting fic TJ! Can't wait to read next chapters!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Aug 2008 15:32
Originally posted by meg Very interesting fic TJ! Can't wait to read next chapters!I'll be posting some more tomorrow. BTW, I love your new avatar, Meg! Very hot!!!!
ITA, Meg...nice avatar!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Aug 2008 17:41
Originally posted by gatchgirl Yes , your avatar looks yummy Meg!Is it time for a change here GG. I did notice two of you were using the same avatar, it got me confused for a bit.
Fantastic story,TJ. You have definitely advanced into a higher level of writing because mystery writing requires lots of skills to keep the readers interested and entertained at the same time.
I love it that I can never really guess what is going to happen in the next part and I am looking forward to read more chapters of this story.
Originally posted by Transmute JunYou've got the right idea, posting your series in steady increments. With all its mysteries and suspense, if it were posted all at once, it would be too tempting to rush through it in eagerness to see how it all works out (something I've been guilty of with many novels...)Originally posted by meg Very interesting fic TJ! Can't wait to read next chapters!I'll be posting some more tomorrow. BTW, I love your new avatar, Meg! Very hot!!!!
Originally posted by meg Very interesting fic TJ! Can't wait to read next chapters!Extremely cool avatar, Meg!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Aug 2008 20:53
Originally posted by lborgia88 You've got the right idea, posting your series in steady increments. With all its mysteries and suspense, if it were posted all at once, it would be too tempting to rush through it in eagerness to see how it all works out (something I've been guilty of with many novels...)Oh reeeeeeeeelllllleeeeeee?
I'll have to remember that next time I give you something to peruse, LB... 
Actually, I have found that posting in pieces gets more people to read my stories. I have been told by a number of people that they are intimidated when they see fics from me that are 40 chapters long, and I tend to get more readers when they see only a few chapters up. Then of course, I suck them in because I post more.... 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Aug 2008 09:55
Okay, new chapters are up!
Chapters 7 and 8
Originally posted by Transmute JunI'm not intimidated by long fics (to read, that is. The idea of writing one -that intimidates me!) The first time I read The Lord of the Rings, I was 10 and it was Christmas vacation, so I eagerly plowed through it in about 3 days -then I immediately began rereading the whole thing from the beginning, at a more leisurely pace. And when I think of all the times I have stayed up waaaay too late when I had to go to school or work the next day, just because I had to know how a story ended... There's nothing like the first read of a good story, but I really enjoy the second read too -you perceive things in a whole different way when you know where a story is going. There are many long fics (and many of them are yours) that I have read more than once.Originally posted by lborgia88 You've got the right idea, posting your series in steady increments. With all its mysteries and suspense, if it were posted all at once, it would be too tempting to rush through it in eagerness to see how it all works out (something I've been guilty of with many novels...)Oh reeeeeeeeelllllleeeeeee?
Thank you all! Now I'm Joe's Swannie! 
I like long fics, but I also like your idea of posting them in "pieces". This way I'll go to sleep at a reasonable time otherwise I would stay up all night eager to know how it ended.
Cloud, did you mean that me and GG had the same avatars?
I had this one
I like long fics, but I also like your idea of posting them in "pieces". This way I'll go to sleep at a reasonable time otherwise I would stay up all night eager to know how it ended.
Cloud, did you mean that me and GG had the same avatars?
I had this one
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Aug 2008 15:40
Originally posted by lborgia88I remember doing the stay up late to get to the end of a story when I had to go to school the next day. LB you were ambitious reading the Lord of the Rings in three days and at 10 years old. I was 12 and I would say it took me a good week or more. My most vivid memory of that time is lying in bed while reading the last chapter and trying not to disturb the rest of my family with my tears - I had grown to care about them so much that I didn't want the story to end and I did not want the characters to leave. I have been doing a lot of book reading again this year and find myself doing the late night thing to try and get to the end.Originally posted by Transmute JunI'm not intimidated by long fics (to read, that is. The idea of writing one -that intimidates me!) The first time I read The Lord of the Rings, I was 10 and it was Christmas vacation, so I eagerly plowed through it in about 3 days -then I immediately began rereading the whole thing from the beginning, at a more leisurely pace. And when I think of all the times I have stayed up waaaay too late when I had to go to school or work the next day, just because I had to know how a story ended... There's nothing like the first read of a good story, but I really enjoy the second read too -you perceive things in a whole different way when you know where a story is going. There are many long fics (and many of them are yours) that I have read more than once.Originally posted by lborgia88 You've got the right idea, posting your series in steady increments. With all its mysteries and suspense, if it were posted all at once, it would be too tempting to rush through it in eagerness to see how it all works out (something I've been guilty of with many novels...)Oh reeeeeeeeelllllleeeeeee?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Aug 2008 15:43
Originally posted by meg Cloud, did you mean that me and GG had the same avatars? I had this oneNo I do not think it was you, for some reason I think it was Condorfan who was using the same avatar as GG -- but I could be wrong. Maybe I am thinking of Kimi and somebody else using the same avatars.
Any ways it does not matter really.
Harry Potter is/was my "too long into the night" reading. I just wasn't able to put the books down. And I always felt a little silly being so enthralled by the stories - I was in my 20's when the first book was published, much older than the series' core demographic. But JK Rowling is such a powerful author that I just had to know what happened next. I still get that way whenever I reread any of the HP books. Even though I know what's going to happen, I still get caught up in it and like LB said, every time I read the books, I always find something new or have a new take on a scene. I guess it's just the 
of the 
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of the 's story !
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Aug 2008 16:27
I hear you on Harry Potter. I loved those too! And FTR, I think many adults were drawn in.
Heck, I'm writing Gatch fanfics about people MUCH younger than I am!!!!
Originally posted by clouddancerYes, I remember being upset to learn that Tolkien was dead (my brother informed me) and wouldn't be writing any more books! I did read the Silmarillion, but not until I was about 15, and then Christopher Tolkien began publishing some of his father's unpublished things...Originally posted by lborgia88I remember doing the stay up late to get to the end of a story when I had to go to school the next day. LB you were ambitious reading the Lord of the Rings in three days and at 10 years old. I was 12 and I would say it took me a good week or more. My most vivid memory of that time is lying in bed while reading the last chapter and trying not to disturb the rest of my family with my tears - I had grown to care about them so much that I didn't want the story to end and I did not want the characters to leave. I have been doing a lot of book reading again this year and find myself doing the late night thing to try and get to the end.Originally posted by Transmute JunI'm not intimidated by long fics (to read, that is. The idea of writing one -that intimidates me!) The first time I read The Lord of the Rings, I was 10 and it was Christmas vacation, so I eagerly plowed through it in about 3 days -then I immediately began rereading the whole thing from the beginning, at a more leisurely pace. And when I think of all the times I have stayed up waaaay too late when I had to go to school or work the next day, just because I had to know how a story ended... There's nothing like the first read of a good story, but I really enjoy the second read too -you perceive things in a whole different way when you know where a story is going. There are many long fics (and many of them are yours) that I have read more than once.Originally posted by lborgia88 You've got the right idea, posting your series in steady increments. With all its mysteries and suspense, if it were posted all at once, it would be too tempting to rush through it in eagerness to see how it all works out (something I've been guilty of with many novels...)Oh reeeeeeeeelllllleeeeeee?
Originally posted by Hinotori Harry Potter is/was my "too long into the night" reading. I just wasn't able to put the books down. And I always felt a little silly being so enthralled by the stories - I was in my 20's when the first book was published, much older than the series' core demographic. But JK Rowling is such a powerful author that I just had to know what happened next. I still get that way whenever I reread any of the HP books. Even though I know what's going to happen, I still get caught up in it and like LB said, every time I read the books, I always find something new or have a new take on a scene. I guess it's just theOh, I've read some of the Harry Potters in one day. I found though, as an adult, that I was more interested in older characters, like Snape, than I was in Harry and his friends.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Aug 2008 17:37
I love it when a book draws me in like that and I just can't put it down.
I get emtionally attached to good characters too.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I hear you on Harry Potter. I loved those too! And FTR, I think many adults were drawn in. Heck, I'm writing Gatch fanfics about people MUCH younger than I am!!!!I hear you. We just don't write anything Nambu-centric, do we?
(Then again, we are younger than Nambu).
About a month or so ago, I got a vague idea of something Joe/Dr. Pandora, however. Granted, nothing may ever come of it.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Aug 2008 21:02
She is young enough in the series about 26yrs from what I know. So he's what...19yrs, that should work Joe I can imagine with the older woman...
And the way he reacted when he first saw her, his was the best of all of them!
Originally posted by clouddancerIt doesn't matter. But it's true. Two the same avatars can make one confused. By the way. Cool avatar! Nice that Ryu finally has some company.Originally posted by meg Cloud, did you mean that me and GG had the same avatars? I had this oneNo I do not think it was you, for some reason I think it was Condorfan who was using the same avatar as GG -- but I could be wrong. Maybe I am thinking of Kimi and somebody else using the same avatars.
Oh TJ, just read chapters 9 and 10!
Now I know the mysterious man is G1, I'm dying to find out if the rest of the team is alive, and if it is maybe them that attacked the prison. Can't wait! 
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne She is young enough in the series about 26yrs from what I know. So he's what...19yrs, that should work Joe I can imagine with the older woman... And the way he reacted when he first saw her, his was the best of all of them!26 seems a bit young to be a doctor -I had early 30s in my head. I checked the post James made a couple months ago, with all the canon ages, but she's not listed, so I guess her age can be whatever anyone wants it to be.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Aug 2008 08:46
Originally posted by meg By the way. Cool avatar! Nice that Ryu finally has some company.Glad you like the avatar Meg. I know Ryu gets lonely at times, especially when the other two boys always seem to be getting all the attention around here. BTW I am enjoying your new avatar as well Meg.
Originally posted by lborgia88And besides at the time Joe and the Dr. meet, a few years have passed since the beginning of the series, putting Joe in his early 20's I would say.Originally posted by Ebonyswanne She is young enough in the series about 26yrs from what I know. So he's what...19yrs, that should work Joe I can imagine with the older woman... And the way he reacted when he first saw her, his was the best of all of them!26 seems a bit young to be a doctor -I had early 30s in my head. I checked the post James made a couple months ago, with all the canon ages, but she's not listed, so I guess her age can be whatever anyone wants it to be.
Originally posted by meg Oh TJ, just read chapters 9 and 10! Now I know the mysterious man is G1, I'm dying to find out if the rest of the team is alive, and if it is maybe them that attacked the prison. Can't wait!And here I was just coming to post them! See what happens when I have appointments in the morning? Sigh... it's still only 10:15 am here....
Anyhow, here they are for everyone else: Chapters 9 and 10
In any case... I had tried to lay a few hints before about the man's identity... mostly with 'bright blue eyes' and 'almost delicate facial features', but yes, now it is confirmed. As for anyone else... um, they're all dead, according to the news. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Aug 2008 09:58
Originally posted by lborgia88 26 seems a bit young to be a doctor -I had early 30s in my head. I checked the post James made a couple months ago, with all the canon ages, but she's not listed, so I guess her age can be whatever anyone wants it to be.Well AFAIK she's not a medical doctor but a PhD doctor. She's a scientist working with Nambu, right? Although she was married and ahd a four year old girl who has been gone for at least a year by the time she meets the KNT... I guess 26 could work. That's the fin thing about fanfic: you can do whatever you want! FWIW, there are more than a few Gatch II eps where Joe and Pandora seem 'close'. And also one where Pandora (in a hideous Grease ripoff outfit) has to be 'rescued' by Ken.. somewhat swoony screenshots in that one if you like Pandora.
I suppose if, after completing a bachelor's degree, one skipped a master's degree and went straight into a program that culminates with a PhD, carried a heavier than usual course load/took summer classes, and researched and wrote a dissertation really quickly, one could have a PhD by age 26. How one would find time in there to also be married and have a child, I have no idea. But, Dr. Pandora could be a science wunderkind.
I haven't seen any episodes with her in them. What put the vague idea of Joe/Dr. Pandora in my head was Joe telling Ken, in the first episode of Gatch F, that he was dreaming about her.
Originally posted by meg Oh TJ, just read chapters 9 and 10! Now I know the mysterious man is G1, I'm dying to find out if the rest of the team is alive, and if it is maybe them that attacked the prison. Can't wait!Was I the only one paranoid enough to think "he could be a clone, a cyborg, a long-lost twin brother (named Kram)..."?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Aug 2008 12:10
Originally posted by lborgia88 I haven't seen any episodes with her in them. What put the vague idea of Joe/Dr. Pandora in my head was Joe telling Ken, in the first episode of Gatch F, that he was dreaming about her.Um, didn't you get the full Eagle Rider series? Pretty much all of the Pandora episodes are in there. If you need them, LMK!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Aug 2008 12:36
Originally posted by lborgia88Ummmm, well right from the beginning I have been saying, "It has to be Mark .... It has to be Mark. They can not DIE, it has to be him."Originally posted by meg Oh TJ, just read chapters 9 and 10! Now I know the mysterious man is G1, I'm dying to find out if the rest of the team is alive, and if it is maybe them that attacked the prison. Can't wait!Was I the only one paranoid enough to think "he could be a clone, a cyborg, a long-lost twin brother (named Kram)..."?
I never even thought about the possibility of a clone, although that might make a good story to write.
Originally posted by clouddancerFor a while I was thinking it was Joe from Gatch II - his strength, quickly growing hair, etc, but the blue eyes and his facial features, hair colour, convinced me it was Ken/Mark.Originally posted by lborgia88Ummmm, well right from the beginning I have been saying, "It has to be Mark .... It has to be Mark. They can not DIE, it has to be him."Originally posted by meg Oh TJ, just read chapters 9 and 10! Now I know the mysterious man is G1, I'm dying to find out if the rest of the team is alive, and if it is maybe them that attacked the prison. Can't wait!Was I the only one paranoid enough to think "he could be a clone, a cyborg, a long-lost twin brother (named Kram)..."?
Originally posted by Transmute JunActually, that is a question I have had . . . I can rent gatchaman on netflix and can find the original series around easily enough if I can ever afford it . . .but how do you get to watch the other ones, or even Eagle Riders? I have only been able to read translations of Gatch II that Daniela posts. (Thank the universe for her!!!) ps - I don't speak JapaneseOriginally posted by lborgia88 I haven't seen any episodes with her in them. What put the vague idea of Joe/Dr. Pandora in my head was Joe telling Ken, in the first episode of Gatch F, that he was dreaming about her.Um, didn't you get the full Eagle Rider series? Pretty much all of the Pandora episodes are in there. If you need them, LMK!
Originally posted by clouddancer Ummmm, well right from the beginning I have been saying, "It has to be Mark .... It has to be Mark. They can not DIE, it has to be him."Me too! I just am way too in love to have even entertained the idea of any type of clone or cyborg substitute. I also am disinclined to believe the Spectran Propaganda that they are all dead. I don't think I will believe it until I see bodies, and even then . . . ? Have to go read the next two chapters *right now*!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Aug 2008 14:07
Originally posted by gogirl212 Actually, that is a question I have had . . . I can rent gatchaman on netflix and can find the original series around easily enough if I can ever afford it . . .but how do you get to watch the other ones, or even Eagle Riders? I have only been able to read translations of Gatch II that Daniela posts. (Thank the universe for her!!!)I don't speak Japanese either. I was once told on one site that I should 'learn Japanese' if I wanted to see the other series. Puh-lease. Sometimes people can be high and mighty about that kind of thing. I have some subbed episodes of Gatch II. If you ask me nicely, then next time i have time (got a lot in the queue at the moment, but I'm working on it...) I can make you copies. Eagle Riders was never commercially available for release. The series itself is just okay (they completely massacred the G1 character, and the G2 is somewhat wussier than I would like) but they did generally try to stick to the overall Gatch II (and from what I can tell, F) storylines, and they ONLY used Tatsunoko animation (so no Zark or heinous Ready Room scenes). There is a guy selling bootlegs on EBay. I have this set, and it is well worth the price (about $50 shipped) for 65 episodes. I just looked and don't see any at the moment, but he posts them every so often,so if you're interested, keep looking!
Hmm . . .when you say "ask nicely" would you be looking for bribery and begging along these lines:
Or would you consider some of this to be more motivating (if a certain Eagle were involved in the asking?):
I just want to figure out the best way to please you, TJ!
Or would you consider some of this to be more motivating (if a certain Eagle were involved in the asking?):
I just want to figure out the best way to please you, TJ!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Aug 2008 17:40
Originally posted by gogirl212 I just want to figure out the best way to please you, TJ!Now THAT'S what I like to hear!
Okay, you asked nicely. Now you're on my list to make copies for when I get started. I'll LYK when I get onto that project. Right now I'm actually trying to finish up my Eagle Riders episode guide. (believe it or not). Less than 10 episodes to go! Whoo hoo!
Of course, then I need to make screenshots...
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Right now I'm actually trying to finish up my Eagle Riders episode guide. (believe it or not). Less than 10 episodes to go! Whoo hoo! Of course, then I need to make screenshots...You're doing an Eagle Riders guide? That's great!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Aug 2008 19:11
Originally posted by lborgia88Don't get too excited... I've been working on it for over a year! I just had a number of fics get in the way....Originally posted by Transmute Jun Right now I'm actually trying to finish up my Eagle Riders episode guide. (believe it or not). Less than 10 episodes to go! Whoo hoo! Of course, then I need to make screenshots...You're doing an Eagle Riders guide? That's great!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Aug 2008 19:12
She does keep you guessing for a while... 
I"m not giving it away...even under torture...
I"m not giving it away...even under torture...
Okay, sorry guys. Kiddie issues kept me away form the computer last night and I didn't get a chance to update on the Fanfic Archive. I just did, and it's awaiting approval. Once it is approved, it will be here.
Chapters 11 and 12
The rest of this story should be posted tomorrow!
ETA: Chapters 11 and 12 are up, but the other ones are being slow about being approved. Ugh. But in the meantime, they SHOULD be available here once they are approved.
Chapter 13
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Aug 2008 14:31
I have read up to chapter 13 now TJ. I am looking forward to reading more soon.
Ugh! I'm so far behind in this series! And it's so spectacular. TJ, you've done such a wonderful job with this fic. The elements of mystery, suspense, and adventure are perfectly played out. If there was a Pulizer Prize for fanfics, you'd be the recipient of it this year for sure! 
I loved the atmosphere hearkening back to the underground French Resistance during the German occupation in WWII, with a fugitive on the run, and an unfolding mystery. Extremely well done!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Aug 2008 17:54
Originally posted by Hinotori If there was a Pulizer Prize for fanfics, you'd be the recipient of it this year for sure!WHy am I suddenly picturing that scene in Superman II where Lois Lane is on the bottom of the Eiffel Tower elevator to spy on terrorists, and she starts spelling 'Pulitzer' to motivate herself?
And don't worry, Hino, you can catch up whenever you have the time!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Aug 2008 17:55
Originally posted by lborgia88 I loved the atmosphere hearkening back to the underground French Resistance during the German occupation in WWII, with a fugitive on the run, and an unfolding mystery. Extremely well done!I've visited the Catacombs, and they are super cool. I just HAD to use them in the fic, and the 'Resistance' thing came from that.
by Gogirl212 Actually, that is a question I have had . . . I can rent gatchaman on netflix and can find the original series around easily enough if I can ever afford it . . .but how do you get to watch the other ones, or even Eagle Riders? I have only been able to read translations of Gatch II that Daniela posts. (Thank the universe for her!!!) ps - I don't speak JapaneseThe best place I found to get Eagle Riders is on eBay. I was able to get them without commercials and the discs were done very nicely too.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Aug 2008 20:04
Sorry this took so long. The Fanfic Archives took FOREVER to validate my last 2 chapters.
Chapters 14 and 15
That's the end of this one! I'll be posting the sequel soon.
Originally posted by Transmute JunThey sound very cool. My one time in Paris was a school trip in 1986 (five countries! ten days!) and I only saw the Louvre, Notre Dame and Versailles. I'll get back there, someday. I enjoyed the French setting -it even gave me a chance to exercise my (extremely rusty) French reading skills.Originally posted by lborgia88 I loved the atmosphere hearkening back to the underground French Resistance during the German occupation in WWII, with a fugitive on the run, and an unfolding mystery. Extremely well done!I've visited the Catacombs, and they are super cool. I just HAD to use them in the fic, and the 'Resistance' thing came from that.
Originally posted by CondorfanThanks, CondorFan! I will certainly start trolling around there. And TJ has very kindly offered to help me out too. Although I really don't want to do anything that might interfere with the next installment of this amazing series she has started!!by Gogirl212 Actually, that is a question I have had . . . I can rent gatchaman on netflix and can find the original series around easily enough if I can ever afford it . . .but how do you get to watch the other ones, or even Eagle Riders? I have only been able to read translations of Gatch II that Daniela posts. (Thank the universe for her!!!) ps - I don't speak JapaneseThe best place I found to get Eagle Riders is on eBay. I was able to get them without commercials and the discs were done very nicely too.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Aug 2008 21:43
Originally posted by gogirl212 And TJ has very kindly offered to help me out too. Although I really don't want to do anything that might interfere with the next installment of this amazing series she has started!!LOL... I won't be making any DVDs until my current project is complete.
But I will make them!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Sorry this took so long. The Fanfic Archives took FOREVER to validate my last 2 chapters. Chapters 14 and 15 That's the end of this one! I'll be posting the sequel soon.I really enjoyed it TJ! Can hardly wait for the next!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 16 Aug 2008 18:31
She had me going for a little while as to who he really was in the first part. I did a guess and it worked out right. The mystery draws you in.
She had me fooled on this one! This whole series is a gem! It may very well be my favorite of all of TJ's stories...although I have several favorites...it's hard to choose!
You deserve a "power glomp" for all of your hard work on this, TJ!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Aug 2008 20:37
Originally posted by Springie You deserve a "power glomp" for all of your hard work on this, TJ!Ooh, a Powerglomp! Now I'm re-energized to finish my next project... Eagle Riders episode guide!!!
That ER project has taken a while TJ, but then I thought it would when you mentioned it ages ago. Well done for doing it!
You are so amazing! I know what a huge project that is...but it will be very cool to have those summaries to refer to (esp. for Gatch 2 and F info) You're the best!! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Aug 2008 06:58
Originally posted by Springie You are so amazing! I know what a huge project that is...but it will be very cool to have those summaries to refer to (esp. for Gatch 2 and F info) You're the best!!I am looking forward to seeing some ER: Gatch2 and F summaries. Thank you for taking on the project TJ.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Aug 2008 07:53
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne That ER project has taken a while TJ, but then I thought it would when you mentioned it ages ago. Well done for doing it!Actually, it's not so much that the project took a long time, but more that I took almost a year's break! I kept wanting to get back to it, but I would come up with a fic idea, and then that would take precedence, and when that was over there would be another idea... and then there were two fic challenges, and then I came up with the whole On the Run series... sop you see, the fics got in the way. I actually have my next fic idea outlined (the one I promised you WAY back when I was visiting you in Sydney) and even wrote the first couple of bits, but I am purposely not writing any more until I get this ER project done!!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Aug 2008 07:54
Originally posted by clouddancerI'm glad you appreciate it, CD! I'm beginning to wonder what was in my head. And when I showed Sosai X what I wanted done for the pages on Jun's Joint, I think he nearly fell over in his chair at the size of the thing!Originally posted by Springie You are so amazing! I know what a huge project that is...but it will be very cool to have those summaries to refer to (esp. for Gatch 2 and F info) You're the best!!I am looking forward to seeing some ER: Gatch2 and F summaries. Thank you for taking on the project TJ.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Aug 2008 08:31
Originally posted by Transmute JunOriginally posted by clouddancerI'm glad you appreciate it, CD! I'm beginning to wonder what was in my head. And when I showed Sosai X what I wanted done for the pages on Jun's Joint, I think he nearly fell over in his chair at the size of the thing!Originally posted by Springie You are so amazing! I know what a huge project that is...but it will be very cool to have those summaries to refer to (esp. for Gatch 2 and F info) You're the best!!I am looking forward to seeing some ER: Gatch2 and F summaries. Thank you for taking on the project TJ.
Poor Guy, I guess you will just have to remind him of all the money he will be making by doing this. 
I will have to remember to give him some nice 
when I speak to him next.
Oh, so many chapters to catch up with1 Off to read!!!
Okay, I am beginning to post the second story in this series. It was supposed to be published in Birdscramble first, but Birdscramble is late.... 
In any case, I'm still posting because there will still be something new in Birdscramble.
So, in case you're already asleep, here is the next story in my On the Run series:
Memories
In any case, I'm still posting because there will still be something new in Birdscramble.
So, in case you're already asleep, here is the next story in my On the Run series:
Memories
Yes, don't let anything delay you from posting more of this series! 
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Sep 2008 15:08
Glad you are finally posting this TJ. I have been looking forward to reading it.
Thanks everyone!
For some reason, the latest chapter hasn't been approved yet, but when it is, it should be here.
Memories, Chapter 3
ETA It's up!
More chapters....
Chapters 4 and 5
TJ, I see that you are #1 in the Gatchaman Archives' new "20 Most Prolific Authors by Word Count" category, and Ebony, Springie and Eva are on the list too.
Congrats, all! 
WHOA! I made that list? I haven't written in ages...guess I was prolific enough back in the day...LOL
Congrats to Ebony and Eva, too! 
Congrats on being the most prolific, TJ! Although I am not surprised...
TJ=fanfic
Originally posted by Springie WHOA! I made that list? I haven't written in ages...guess I was prolific enough back in the day...LOL Congrats to Ebony and Eva, too!You're still prolific. That site needs some artist categories too.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2008 16:21
Originally posted by Springie Congrats on being the most prolific, TJ! Although I am not surprised... TJ=fanficNot just fanfic, but smut fanfic. And before TJ, starts to remind me, I know not all your fics have smut in them: It's not Easy Being Green, Fish out of Water, Tough to Swallow, and ... I don't recall any in your christmas one either but it was so long ago since I read it.
BTW:
Congrats to all of you who made it onto those lists.
Originally posted by lborgia88Originally posted by Springie WHOA! I made that list? I haven't written in ages...guess I was prolific enough back in the day...LOL Congrats to Ebony and Eva, too!You're still prolific. That site needs some artist categories too.
Originally posted by clouddancerWe need to work out the percentage of smut in all of TJ's fics...but don't look at me (Math is NOT my forte)!Originally posted by Springie Congrats on being the most prolific, TJ! Although I am not surprised... TJ=fanficNot just fanfic, but smut fanfic. And before TJ, starts to remind me, I know not all your fics have smut in them: It's not Easy Being Green, Fish out of Water, Tough to Swallow, and ... I don't recall any in your christmas one either but it was so long ago since I read it.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2008 17:30
Originally posted by lborgia88 TJ, I see that you are #1 in the Gatchaman Archives' new "20 Most Prolific Authors by Word Count" category, and Ebony, Springie and Eva are on the list too. Congrats, all!You mean theres a catagory and we're in it!!!
Originally posted by clouddancer I don't recall any in your christmas one either but it was so long ago since I read it.Heh, not so long for me. There's definitely smut in part 3, Joy to the World: Reunion.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2008 17:48
Sorry I was thinking of her other Christmas one based on TWas the Night Before Christmas.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2008 17:57
Originally posted by clouddancer And before TJ, starts to remind me, I know not all your fics have smut in them: It's not Easy Being Green, Fish out of Water, Tough to Swallow, and ... I don't recall any in your christmas one either but it was so long ago since I read it.Well, depending on how you define smut, the majority of my fics do not have graphic descriptions of 'the act'. For examplel in Memories, I make reference to the fact that the two main characters are 'intimate', but don't really describe what's going on.
Generally, if they're rated adult, there's graphic smut. I have a lot of fics that do not have that rating. OTOH, the fisc with lots of smut seem to be the most popular, based on read counts...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2008 18:00
Originally posted by lborgia88Actually, I think she means the Christmas fic from the previous year, which I co-wrote with Springie. Actually, the smuttiest parts of that one (and it's all language, as opposed to acts) were written by Springie.Originally posted by clouddancer I don't recall any in your christmas one either but it was so long ago since I read it.Heh, not so long for me. There's definitely smut in part 3, Joy to the World: Reunion.
The Bird Who Stole Christmas
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2008 18:00
Originally posted by Springie Congrats on being the most prolific, TJ! Although I am not surprised... TJ=fanficSpringie = art (and fanfic too)
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Well, depending on how you define smut, the majority of my fics do not have graphic descriptions of 'the act'. For examplel in Memories, I make reference to the fact that the two main characters are 'intimate', but don't really describe what's going on.I rated my first fic 18+ at the Archives -I probably could have gotten away with 13+ but there was some swearing and I decided to err on the side of caution. But everything since has been Adult, and the next one will be too. My smut percentage is getting disturbingly high.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2008 18:28
Originally posted by Transmute JunYes that is the one I was thinking of. I told you the title reminds me of: Twas the Night before Christmas.Originally posted by lborgia88Actually, I think she means the Christmas fic from the previous year, which I co-wrote with Springie. Actually, the smuttiest parts of that one (and it's all language, as opposed to acts) were written by Springie.Originally posted by clouddancer I don't recall any in your christmas one either but it was so long ago since I read it.Heh, not so long for me. There's definitely smut in part 3, Joy to the World: Reunion.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Sep 2008 18:29
Originally posted by lborgia88 My smut percentage is getting disturbingly high.There is no such thing.
Originally posted by Transmute JunWhew, well as long as there's no such thing, then I won't worry about it.Originally posted by lborgia88 My smut percentage is getting disturbingly high.There is no such thing.
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 4 Sep 2008 22:48
Iborigia I wanna know whats happening in this part 2 of yours that has so much smut!!!!
Originally posted by Transmute JunI LOVE to hear that!Originally posted by lborgia88 My smut percentage is getting disturbingly high.There is no such thing.
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Iborigia I wanna know whats happening in this part 2 of yours that has so much smut!!!!Love and angst, of course! The Guinevere sequel is in two parts, although now I'm starting to think of the two parts as two distinct fics. It's occurred to me recently that there's really no reason why I couldn't post the first one before the second one is finished, although it would leave something of a cliffhanger ending. The first one is about 75% done.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2008 06:59
Originally posted by lborgia88 The Guinevere sequel is in two parts, although now I'm starting to think of the two parts as two distinct fics. It's occurred to me recently that there's really no reason why I couldn't post the first one before the second one is finished, although it would leave something of a cliffhanger ending. The first one is about 75% done.LB, post them when you're done. If they're that closely tied, you might end up making revisions to the first part based on the second part. And as for too much smut never being enough... go go go!!!!!
I see pros and cons either way.
If I wait and post both at the same time, it means that if I get new ideas for part I while still writing part II, I can go back and add them. Even as I've been writing Part I, I've been adding ideas to my outline for Part II. And, knowing me, it could take a few months to finish Part II, and it's not nice to leave readers hanging that long.
But, with my propensity for re-reading and endless tinkering, it could also be a good thing to post Part I first, as I would then no longer be able to mess with it, and it would better keep me moving forward. Granted, a little exertion of will and focus could also keep me moving forward.
Upon consideration, leaning towards the first option here, but I certainly don't have to decide anything for a while.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2008 09:04
Originally posted by lborgia88 I see pros and cons either way. If I wait and post both at the same time, it means that if I get new ideas for part I while still writing part II, I can go back and add them. Even as I've been writing Part I, I've been adding ideas to my outline for Part II. And, knowing me, it could take a few months to finish Part II, and it's not nice to leave readers hanging that long. But, with my propensity for re-reading and endless tinkering, it could also be a good thing to post Part I first, as I would then no longer be able to mess with it, and it would better keep me moving forward. Granted, a little exertion of will and focus could also keep me moving forward. Upon consideration, leaning towards the first option here, but I certainly don't have to decide anything for a while.LOL Now you know how I am feeling about posting the first chapter of the story I am writing LB. Decisions, decisions....
Yes, and I just thought up a chunk of dialogue for part II while I was just taking a shower a while ago, so now I've added to the outline...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2008 12:00
Originally posted by lborgia88 Yes, and I just thought up a chuck of dialogue for part II while I was just taking a shower a while ago, so now I've added to the outline...This is totally what happens to me! I'll have an outline and then think of something new to add to it, and the story just gets longer...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 5 Sep 2008 14:46
And why do ideas always seem to come in the shower? That is my question. I am starting to think I either need a water proof computer or find a wax marker and paper that does not get damaged by water. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Sep 2008 16:42
I've had the shower thing too. I thin it's because I tend to be relaxed in the shower, and let me mind drift.
I get a lot of ideas at the gym too, on the elliptical. I stick in my headphones, put on my trance techno, close my eyes and go at it for 30 minutes, and my mind drifts. The only catch, there's no easy way to write them down -I have to try to remember them until I get home!
I have a hard time staying on the elliptical LB. At least for the first couple of times, it's been awhile since I've been there though. Will have to get back there again.
My ideas tend to come at work, even though it's been less now, that I have a partner to work with.
CONGRATS to all on the list..... my fic is starting to flow again, so hopefully soon I'll shall release my ban... so many great fics to read out there.
Ok, so the shower thing isn't only a Hinotori thing. That's good to know!
The same thing happens to me... Then, once I'm out of the shower, I have to run while I'm dripping wet and write down my idea/dialogue before I forget it (which usually happens immediately if I don't write it). Or it comes to me as I'm taking a walk around the track during lunch, which really stinks, because I'm no where near pen or paper at the time! But ITA that it's from our minds relaxing from work, etc., and our thoughts being able to flow. Now if only I could gather all those sticky notes of ideas/dialogue and actually start writing them out!
The same thing happens to me... Then, once I'm out of the shower, I have to run while I'm dripping wet and write down my idea/dialogue before I forget it (which usually happens immediately if I don't write it). Or it comes to me as I'm taking a walk around the track during lunch, which really stinks, because I'm no where near pen or paper at the time! But ITA that it's from our minds relaxing from work, etc., and our thoughts being able to flow. Now if only I could gather all those sticky notes of ideas/dialogue and actually start writing them out!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2008 07:57
Well at least by writing them on sticky notes you have begun Hino and you are not left with that "What was that great idea I had?" feeling.
Keep collecting the notes and then when you have time you can start assembling all those notes and find yourself with a complete story. 
Originally posted by gatchgirl I have a hard time staying on the elliptical LB. At least for the first couple of times, it's been awhile since I've been there though.I hated ellipticals at first. It took me awhile to get used to them. The only reason I ever started using them was because cumulative damage to the cartilage in my knees from 20+ years of jogging finally made it too painful to jog, and I needed something low impact. It gets easier!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Sep 2008 09:10
Sorry to break in on the original thread topic, but the Archives FINALLY okayed my latest chapter of Memories...
Chapter 6
MUST RESIST THE URGE!!!! Ugg it's almost like torture.... continue to write I say to myself!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2008 11:59
I must go and read this, I have been too busy this week to have a look at your story TJ. Hopefully later today I will get/make a chance.
Thank you TJ for the most perfect of Saturday mornings! I got to sleep in and recover from a hellaciously busy week (taking monday off really meant working 5x harder the other four days), make myself some tea, catch up on email, and then discover 6 wonderful chapters in the next story. The only way this day could be better is if chapters 7 and 8 were to suddenly appear. I love the new twists this is taking!
Originally posted by clouddancer And why do ideas always seem to come in the shower? That is my question. I am starting to think I either need a water proof computer or find a wax marker and paper that does not get damaged by water.Actually, what you need is one of those anti-fog shower mirrors (the kind that stay up with suction cups) and a grease pen. Instant waterproof sticky note.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Sep 2008 12:15
What I need is something that taps into my brain and records the lines of fic I write in my head as I am lying sleepily in bed in the morning....
And GoGirl, I'm glad to have made your Saturday! I'm sorry you had such a crummy week.
As for Chapters 7 and 8... I'm thinking of posting chapter 7 tomorrow...
As for Chapters 7 and 8... I'm thinking of posting chapter 7 tomorrow...
Originally posted by gogirl212Now there is an idea....Cloud considers whether she has room to install such a thing in her tiny shower ... there might not be room, especially when I have frisky Owls, Eagles and Condors come and join me in there.Originally posted by clouddancer And why do ideas always seem to come in the shower? That is my question. I am starting to think I either need a water proof computer or find a wax marker and paper that does not get damaged by water.Actually, what you need is one of those anti-fog shower mirrors (the kind that stay up with suction cups) and a grease pen. Instant waterproof sticky note.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2008 12:26
Originally posted by Transmute Jun What I need is something that taps into my brain and records the lines of fic I write in my head as I am lying sleepily in bed in the morning....I like that idea better TJ. I have heard we are not that far off from being connected to our computer via an implant - not sure if I would like to volunteer though, too many thoughts of Zark interfering pop into my head.
Originally posted by clouddancerThe suction cups make it removable if you have the opportunity to plan ahead. And if you don't, then those mirrors are metal so they don't break when you go crashing into them or step on them or . . . whatever on them.Originally posted by gogirl212Now there is an idea....Cloud considers whether she has room to install such a thing in her tiny shower ... there might not be room, especially when I have frisky Owls, Eagles and Condors come and join me in there.Originally posted by clouddancer And why do ideas always seem to come in the shower? That is my question. I am starting to think I either need a water proof computer or find a wax marker and paper that does not get damaged by water.Actually, what you need is one of those anti-fog shower mirrors (the kind that stay up with suction cups) and a grease pen. Instant waterproof sticky note.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun What I need is something that taps into my brain and records the lines of fic I write in my head as I am lying sleepily in bed in the morning.... And GoGirl, I'm glad to have made your Saturday! I'm sorry you had such a crummy week.Thank you for letting me vent! I am making the most of my relaxing day and will be sure to have a better week knowing that Chapter 7 is on my horizon.
Originally posted by gogirl212Sounds like you know a lot about this Gogirl. Have you had experience in this situation before?Originally posted by clouddancerThe suction cups make it removable if you have the opportunity to plan ahead. And if you don't, then those mirrors are metal so they don't break when you go crashing into them or step on them or . . . whatever on them.Originally posted by gogirl212 Actually, what you need is one of those anti-fog shower mirrors (the kind that stay up with suction cups) and a grease pen. Instant waterproof sticky note.Now there is an idea....Cloud considers whether she has room to install such a thing in her tiny shower ... there might not be room, especially when I have frisky Owls, Eagles and Condors come and join me in there.
Originally posted by clouddancerCloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.Originally posted by gogirl212 The suction cups make it removable if you have the opportunity to plan ahead. And if you don't, then those mirrors are metal so they don't break when you go crashing into them or step on them or . . . whatever on them.Sounds like you know a lot about this Gogirl. Have you had experience in this situation before?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2008 12:49
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Sep 2008 14:29
Originally posted by gogirl212 Cloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.Now THERE'S a fic idea!!!!!!!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2008 17:17
Originally posted by Transmute JunOr a good fic title.Originally posted by gogirl212 Cloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.Now THERE'S a fic idea!!!!!!!!!
Originally posted by clouddancerCan you imagine a fic challenge that required writing a fic to match that title?Originally posted by Transmute JunOr a good fic title.Originally posted by gogirl212 Cloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.Now THERE'S a fic idea!!!!!!!!!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Sep 2008 19:30
Originally posted by lborgia88Any one care to take that challenge?Originally posted by clouddancerCan you imagine a fic challenge that required writing a fic to match that title?Originally posted by Transmute JunOr a good fic title.Originally posted by gogirl212 Cloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.Now THERE'S a fic idea!!!!!!!!!
Originally posted by gogirl212 Cloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now THERE'S a fic idea!!!!!!!!!
Originally posted by clouddancer Or a good fic title.
Originally posted by lborgia88 Can you imagine a fic challenge that required writing a fic to match that title?
Originally posted by clouddancer Any one care to take that challenge?The Thread, just moments ago alive with chatter, goes suddenly earily silent.
Hey, I just said "imagine" -I didn't say we should actually do it!
I must agree with Hino and Gogirls response.... 
Will say TJ and CD, that I have wondered about getting a mic that would type whatever you speak into it. Don't know much about the actual item though.
Will say TJ and CD, that I have wondered about getting a mic that would type whatever you speak into it. Don't know much about the actual item though.
I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell
Ken was sitting at his office desk, poring over the latest stack of unpaid bills when he heard the familiar sound of a Nissan Skyline pull up. Glad for the distraction from his bothersome task, the Eagle got up to meet his best friend and second in command...
Only to stop dead in his tracks the moment he stepped outside.
"What is that?" he screeched, pointing and gesticulating wildly.
"What?" Joe asked smugly, leaning casually back against the warm hood of his car. "It's just the G2. You've seen it before."
"Not the G2." Ken muttered in a strangled voice. "That." The White Shadow pointed at the rear passenger-side window of the car.
"Oh, that..." the Condor smirked. "That's just a little thing I picked up in town. I thought it might be good for a laugh, you know."
"A laugh?" Ken asked, outraged. "That's an insult! I can't believe anyone actually manufactured this thing! Don't people appreciate what we do for them on a daily basis, risking our lives...?" His voice trailed off as he studied the object more closely.
Four large, clear suction cups were attached to the inside of the G2's window. They held up a surprisingly accurate Gatchaman doll in full Birdstyle. The Eagle actually appeared to be quite dashing, except for the fact that his face and visor were smashed up against the window, the doll's mouth open as if screaming in pain, while its fingertips were seen protruding from the top of the car window.
"I demand to know where you got that atrocity!" Ken growled, shaking his fist in the bemused Condor's face. "I'll call Nambu and have him put a stop to this"
"Oh, Ken, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell." Joe grinned widely. "I think you'll just have to let this fad play out. Banning them will only make them more popular."
"I guess you're right." Ken sighed defeatedly, before a gleam came into his eye. "I don't suppose they made any of the rest of the team, did they?"
"Nope." Joe smirked. "Just Gatchaman. He's very popular, you know."
Ken groaned. There were definite disadvantages to being team leader.
"I am ordering you to take that thing off of your car." Ken muttered grimly.
"Why?" Joe asked, his face the picture of innocence.
"Because..." the Eagle sputtered, astounded that Joe could be so clueless. But Ken knew he had to come up with some kind of valid reason for this, in order to get Joe to make it happen.
"What if you have to transmute?" Ken asked triumphantly. "Wouldn't it cause problems?"
"Nah, already tried it." Joe smiled lazily. "It just flattens up even more."
"Great." Ken muttered darkly, knowing he had lost. He stalked back into his shack, wondering if he would have been better off dealing with his stack of unpaid bills.
As the front door to the shack slammed, Joe laughed softly to himself, opening the G2 window and prying off the doll before tossing it into the back seat. Driving around with that thing on sure was embarrassing, but it was worth it to see the look on Ken's face just now.
He wondered what the Eagle's reaction would be when he saw the Gatchaman 'Baby on Board' sign.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Sep 2008 11:54
Originally posted by gogirl212LOL How to put a damper on a good conversation.Originally posted by gogirl212 Cloud, I make it a rule never to suction cup and tell.Originally posted by Transmute Jun Now THERE'S a fic idea!!!!!!!!!Originally posted by clouddancer Or a good fic title.Originally posted by lborgia88 Can you imagine a fic challenge that required writing a fic to match that title?Originally posted by clouddancer Any one care to take that challenge?The Thread, just moments ago alive with chatter, goes suddenly earily silent.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2008 11:57
Chapter 7
(Back on topic, as I promised yesterday...)
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 7 Sep 2008 11:58
Way to go TJ.
I love it. I wonder if Ken could find a Condor to trail behind his plane?
Great one, TJ!!! I'm absolutely here!! I could sooo see this happening between the G1 and G2!
Originally posted by clouddancerAll hail, TJ, taker-of-challenges!Originally posted by lborgia88 Can you imagine a fic challenge that required writing a fic to match that title?Any one care to take that challenge?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2008 12:54
Originally posted by lborgia88 All hail, TJ, taker-of-challenges!LOL! It is my writing thread, after all!
Originally posted by Transmute JunNo doubts there! You are a Goddess among Goddesses!Originally posted by lborgia88 All hail, TJ, taker-of-challenges!LOL! It is my writing thread, after all!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Sep 2008 15:54
Originally posted by gogirl212 No doubts there! You are a Goddess among Goddesses!'Queen of the Bird Missiles' will suffice.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Sep 2008 06:30
And a new chapter is up this morning, although it's a little shorter.
Chapter 8
TJ that blurb was sooo funny!!!
I could see the doll stuck to the G-2 and then they board the God Phoenix only to find Ryu put one on the view screen..
Then there's the mecha with them on every window....
*grins* and of course Jun puts one on the G-1 just for a stir....
Ken ends up going mental because he can't escape them...
, great work, TJ!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Sep 2008 05:57
I'm glad you guys liked it!
And to celebrate, another (longer) chapter of Memories...
Chapter 9
And to celebrate, another (longer) chapter of Memories...
Chapter 9
Yes, another snippet that I get to read!!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Sep 2008 15:56
And this story concludes....
Chapter 10 and Epilogue
What an ending! I eagerly await Part Three!
Rocking good story, TJ! I am so keyed up from reading the ending that it will be hard to fall asleep tonight. Looking forward to the next part.
Bravo,TJ.What an ending, , glad that finally the character's true identities are all revealed in the end.
Can't wait for part 3.Please don't let us wait for too long, 
, glad that finally the character's true identities are all revealed in the end.
Can't wait for part 3.Please don't let us wait for too long,
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Sep 2008 06:39
I'm glad that you guys are enjoying it! Honestly, of all of the stories here, I think this is the most 'cliffhanger' of all of the endings. Not so much becuase the plot itself is left hanging (it's actually a really good place for a break from that perspective) but because of the big 'revelation'.
Next fic will be up in a couple of weeks.
This one sounds so intriguing can't wait to read it!
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Sep 2008 16:07
TJ its a great series!!! You put so much thought into it.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Sep 2008 13:22
TJ, I just got through reading Memories.
Even reading it a second time through I was captivated by this story.
I wish I could write half as good as you do, by slowly revealing little pieces of information and by allowing the reader to feel the emotions the characters feel.
:hugs: Good job.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Sep 2008 14:44
Originally posted by clouddancer TJ, I just got through reading Memories. Even reading it a second time through I was captivated by this story. I wish I could write half as good as you do, by slowly revealing little pieces of information and by allowing the reader to feel the emotions the characters feel.Thanks, CD!
Honestly this is the first time I've tried to do anything like this. I modeled the way I wrote the 'revelations' after the show Lost. Of course, I know I didn't do as well as that show does (it always answers your questions and leaves yo uwith more) but that is what I was striving for, What I did was I wrote out the entire set of background information in great detail, and then I used that for reference when I was writing the fics, so that all of the times I hinted at the past, information would be consistent. I hadn't ever attempted anything like this, which was why I was reluctant to post until I had basically firmed up all of the fics.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Oct 2008 21:33
Okay, I've started posting fic number 3 in this series...
Exit Strategy
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, I've started posting fic number 3 in this series... Exit StrategyWhat a good start, TJ! Can't wait for the next chapters,
Hooray! I've been looking forward to this.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Oct 2008 05:22
Yeah, for part three finally being posted.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Oct 2008 06:33
Originally posted by saturnThis one's relatively short, and the chapters are somewhat longer than usual (mostly). So I should be done posting it by the end of the week.Originally posted by Transmute Jun Okay, I've started posting fic number 3 in this series... Exit StrategyWhat a good start, TJ! Can't wait for the next chapters,
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Oct 2008 20:52
And chapter 2 is posted. This one is shorter, but does offer some insight...
Chapter 2
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Oct 2008 21:15
And Chapter 3 is up!
Chapter 3
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Oct 2008 06:19
I have really enjoyed these last two parts TJ, and reading about the insights Jason has been making about his actions and feelings.
I am looking forward to the next part.
Yes, I was already loving the story, but having Jason in it now just makes it even better!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2008 12:07
Why did I know you would say that, LB?
In any case, I am glad that you and CD are enjoying it.
In any case, I am glad that you and CD are enjoying it.
I think your goons are too brutal. There is no canon evidence to say that the Spectrans are worse than the Federation (except they are the agressors)
You make an interesting point, but is there really any canon evidence in BOTP to say that they're not worse than the Federation? I don't remember the show well enough to be certain. If one were to be strictly canon with BOTP, no one would ever really get assaulted or killed (as Zark would assure us all). As soon as you move away from the "this is for kids and no really dies" premise in BOTP fanfiction, I think there's room for interpretation, especially if it enhances the seriousness or drama in a fic. After all, there's plenty of real life examples of how brutal an occupying army of humans can be, to other humans no less.
Hard to say.
We know the Spectrans keep slaves, but under what circumstances and why we dont know. (in a technologicaly advanced society, a slave could be little more than a petty helper and status symbol, as in `the phantom menace.`) They are probably people on the bottom of society anyway.
In the Snake Mecha Ep we see a Victim of Colonisation, Corag, Who is a bit sad about it, and blames his society for fighting each other and not the Spectrans...the Sigma Minorians now fight Spectras enermies instead. (I rather suspact Civvy Sigmans are very grateful to Spectra)
The Luminous One has Zoltar over a barrel, along with the rest of Spectra. (and there is the religious aspect not present in Gatch)
One absolutley horrific act commited by the Spectrans is in `Victims of the Hawk` the couples bodies are stolen and replaced by machines...
(one wonders how willing Lucy was...but the same could be said of G Force and indeed the Spectran Elites...they have had their bodies altered in radical ways)
As for the Federation, scientists defect...perhaps they are treated better on Spectra?
In `Prisoners in Space` we see the Federations enlightened (and oh so RL topical) attitude to POWS.
(life on A3 probably isnt a bed of roses either)
Anderson is dishonest...though not as much as Zark.
I forgot to say.
People `do` die in Botp.
Its just they are not important people,
cyborgs,
crippled old men,
dodgy scientisrs
goons
ecetera...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2008 14:48
You make some good points, Tengu, but as LB says, there's no canon evidence to suggest exactly how the Spectrans might deal with a conquered planet where the majority of the population was actively resisting them. I had originally based their behavior and the society on the idea of Nazi occupation, albeit without the ethnic cleansing.
As for the rapes of women, there's a reason for that which will be (partially) explained soon.
ITA about the Luminous One and the religious aspects, and I have explored that idea in other fics, specifically Invasion of the G-Force Snatchers. But since this fic isn't from the Spectrans' POV, nor does it take place on Spectra, it wasn't something that really came into the story.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2008 14:50
Originally posted by lborgia88 As soon as you move away from the "this is for kids and no really dies" premise in BOTP fanfiction, I think there's room for interpretation,This is very true, LB. And that was something I consciously did when I wrote this. People die, and even some of the good guys die. Kristen in particular had qualms about it, but understands the necessity in the war they are fighting.
Originally posted by Tengu Hard to say. We know the Spectrans keep slaves, but under what circumstances and why we dont know. (in a technologicaly advanced society, a slave could be little more than a petty helper and status symbol, as in `the phantom menace.`) They are probably people on the bottom of society anyway. In the Snake Mecha Ep we see a Victim of Colonisation, Corag, Who is a bit sad about it, and blames his society for fighting each other and not the Spectrans...the Sigma Minorians now fight Spectras enermies instead. (I rather suspact Civvy Sigmans are very grateful to Spectra) The Luminous One has Zoltar over a barrel, along with the rest of Spectra. (and there is the religious aspect not present in Gatch) One absolutley horrific act commited by the Spectrans is in `Victims of the Hawk` the couples bodies are stolen and replaced by machines... (one wonders how willing Lucy was...but the same could be said of G Force and indeed the Spectran Elites...they have had their bodies altered in radical ways) As for the Federation, scientists defect...perhaps they are treated better on Spectra? In `Prisoners in Space` we see the Federations enlightened (and oh so RL topical) attitude to POWS. (life on A3 probably isnt a bed of roses either) Anderson is dishonest...though not as much as Zark.It would be very unrealistic to think that the Federation could battle Spectra and not, in some way, get their hands dirty. We had a thread going a couple months ago discussing the ethics (or lack thereof) of sending children and teenagers into battle. Out of curiousity, how did the "Prisoners of Space" episode depict POWs? -I can only remember the Gatch version now, and in that episode they were criminals.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Oct 2008 20:12
And speaking of the Spectrans, you'll see more of them in:
Chapter 4
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 9 Oct 2008 05:41
I love the changes you made to this part.
Great stuff.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Oct 2008 06:40
Originally posted by clouddancer I love the changes you made to this part. Great stuff.I had a feeling that you would enjoy one change in particular...
Zoltars taking his inability to date the Galaxy Girls out on his goons...how terrible.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Oct 2008 14:33
And the end of this story is up...
Chapter 5 and Epilogue
Its fine; just how far away is Riga anyway?
Well, you'd said this one wasn't as long. Wah! When will you start posting the fourth fic in the series? I'm dying to know what happens on Riga!
But I bet the Rigans are Suspicious.
G Force have been missing a year, have memory problems and admit they have been in Spectran custody.
They have odd bits and pieces in their brains which to me would scream `spectra!`
We know the spooks are expert at mind control.
This scenario could go wrong in so many ways.
(As in `Tinys journey`, The Fed are just too suspicious, and though Tiny and Princess are alive, their future looks pessimistic.)
The thought did occur to me that the situation on Riga might not be quite what the team is expecting, but then, I'm trying to be ready for any twists that may arise.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Oct 2008 10:58
You guys are too funny! I will start posting the next fic in November, because that's when this will finish up in Birdscramble.
As for how far away Riga is, that's a good question. It's all in the imagination...
Have to tell you TJ, I've really been enjoying this series. Can hardly wait for more!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Oct 2008 18:23
Originally posted by Condorfan Have to tell you TJ, I've really been enjoying this series. Can hardly wait for more!Glad you're liking it, Condorfan! I'll be posting the last two fics in the story in November. BTW, does this reading mean that you're feeling fully recovered from your surgery?
Originally posted by Transmute JunYes thanks for asking! Now I can go Condor chasing again!Originally posted by Condorfan Have to tell you TJ, I've really been enjoying this series. Can hardly wait for more!Glad you're liking it, Condorfan! I'll be posting the last two fics in the story in November. BTW, does this reading mean that you're feeling fully recovered from your surgery?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2008 17:25
Cloud gives a yell, "Watch out Condor!!!"
Originally posted by clouddancer Cloud gives a yell, "Watch out Condor!!!"Thanks CD!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 24 Oct 2008 17:34
Just doing my duty as an Owl.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Nov 2008 20:11
Aaaaaaaaaand.... Fic 4 is here! I have begin posting Remorse...
Remorse Chapter 1
Hurray for No. 4!!! I love it when I get a new chapter from you before bed time. No matter how bad or good the day was to that point, your stories make it end on a high note.
TJ, you rock my world.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Nov 2008 05:19
Yeah!!!!!
I have been looking forward to this part since Nov. 1st. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Nov 2008 06:31
Originally posted by clouddancer Yeah!!!!! I have been looking forward to this part since Nov. 1st.I was actually going to start on Saturday, but with the site down I figured I should wait for Gatchamania to return.
After all, I wnat you guys to see it first! ff.net comes later...
I'll post chapter 2 later today, and it's the big one.... the big reveal...
Originally posted by gogirl212 TJ, you rock my world.Funny, I was going to say the same thing when I got a 'Favorite Author' notification from you this morning!
Love ya, GoGirl!
Well, TJ, it was long overdue . . . ! .
I was wrong about starting the next part before bed -- I was too excited to sleep after that . . . the possibilities just kept running through my head. On pins and needles for the next installment!
I was wrong about starting the next part before bed -- I was too excited to sleep after that . . . the possibilities just kept running through my head. On pins and needles for the next installment!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Nov 2008 10:03
Chapter 2 is awaiting approval on the Archives right now....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Nov 2008 05:47
Okay, it took almost an entire day, but chapter 2 is finally approved! And now, the big reveal...
Chapter 2
Of course, there are more questions to be answered, but hopefully this satisfies you for now...
You've managed the pacing so very well in this series, clearing up some mysteries while creating new questions in our minds -you've got us all completely hooked on this series!
Even at the beginning of chapter 1, you faked me out, briefly, with the "G-2, come in"!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 4 Nov 2008 06:28
Originally posted by lborgia88 Even at the beginning of chapter 1, you faked me out, briefly, with the "G-2, come in"!Well that was the idea....
I'm glad that I am keeping you intrigued, but not frustrated by unanswered questions. It's a difficult thing to judge when writing.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 5 Nov 2008 19:07
Okay, finally the next chapters are approved...
Chapters 3 and 4
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 6 Nov 2008 14:36
I wondered what was happening.
I guess the approval process over there is taking its time.
I love these chapters about Tiny. As if you couldn't have guessed.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Nov 2008 19:46
Originally posted by clouddancer I love these chapters about Tiny. As if you couldn't have guessed.Well, technically this entire fic is about Tiny...
Its going very well.
Poor Keyop.
Still, the Spectrans will have a laugh at his DNA...
And youve written Tiny very well, He would be the one to get survivor guilt, wouldnt he?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Nov 2008 08:35
Thanks, Tengu!
To give credit where credit is due, I've never felt very connected to the Owl. CD helped me tremendously in beta-ing this bit. In fact, I might never have written one from Tiny's POV if it hadn't been for CD, as she encouraged me to write a smaller Tiny fic awhile back that helped me get a bit more into the character's mindset.
To be fair for Tiny, it's not so much that he's done something to feel guilty about, but his personality type is more one to obsess over these things. Add that to the heavy blow he has been dealt, losing all of his teammates and seeing them 'die' in front of him, and he's got to be carrying a heavy emotional burden, even for a usually cheery Owl.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Nov 2008 07:36
Okay, new chapters finally approved!
Chapters 5, 6, 7
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Nov 2008 06:46
Okay, the Fanfic Archives took a long weekend from approving fics, but this next chapter is finally up! And it's a big one..
Chapter 8
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Nov 2008 14:22
Excellent it is finally available.
I am now looking forward to the next chapter of this TJ.
Originally posted by Tengu Its going very well. Poor Keyop. Still, the Spectrans will have a laugh at his DNA... And youve written Tiny very well, He would be the one to get survivor guilt, wouldnt he?Oh yes, that Keyop moment was heartbreaking. And I love how the telling of the tale switches focus to different teammates in different segments. I remain in a constant state of anticipation these days as I eagerly await the next chapters.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Nov 2008 19:37
LOL... I try to get a chapter up per day. But the approval process at the fanfic archives has been miserably slow...
Well, they're fast today! Chapter 9 is up!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Nov 2008 15:00
fingers tapping waiting for the next chapter, even though I really do not have time.
I know you are going as fast as you can TJ.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun LOL... I try to get a chapter up per day. But the approval process at the fanfic archives has been miserably slow...From what I've read on the Archives forum, Julieann has been doing the NaNoWriMo thing, but is finished now. Maybe that was what was causing delays, and things will be faster now.
NaNoWriMo runs the entire month of November - and JulieAnn is very much in the workings.... so I'd wait until December rolls around before being certain Gatchfanfic returns to "normal"...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Nov 2008 16:39
Thanks for the insight LB and Reboekah. That certainly makes sense now.
de nada
I flirted with the idea of participating this year... but got too wound up in trying to find income. I've spent more time in the past three years LOOKING for a job than I have spent WORKING at one...
And I was thinking either to dust off my fledgling trilogy, or do an academic-style article a day. Goshsakes only knows I have plenty of experiences to use for writing fodder... And that "Triads" story of mine just doesn't fade with time... 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Nov 2008 18:21
I"ve been trying to write this month (not in the competition) and it's just been difficult... too many things going on! But I try to squeeze it in whenever I can. I'm aiming for 12 completed fic this year (although they are admittedly all of varying lengths).
Originally posted by Reboekah NaNoWriMo runs the entire month of November - and JulieAnn is very much in the workings....Ah, so she's not finished... If I recall, the goal of NaNoWriMo is to write a 50,000 word novel in one month, but clearly some people can exceed that length!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 13 Nov 2008 21:51
However, someone has had time to approve the next chapter...
Chapter 10
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Nov 2008 14:40
Another great chapter TJ!!!!
I needed a good read like that, after the day I had.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2008 15:42
Originally posted by clouddancer I needed a good read like that, after the day I had.
CD!
Originally posted by clouddancer I needed a good read like that, after the day I had.TJ knows what makes us happy! And she has the uncanny ability to always make it happen when we need it the most!
yes TJ does know what we need and when.
Now if only the Archives would cooperate and publish chapters quickly so I could get to the end of this story faster.
Another long day comes to the end cuddled up with my computer and 
to start the next chapter.
Thanks TJ - and here's one for you too
Now, do you think I can get 
to come over and read it to me?
to start the next chapter.
Thanks TJ - and here's one for you too
Now, do you think I can get to come over and read it to me?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Nov 2008 22:31
Originally posted by gogirl212 Now, do you think I can getDon't look at me! If I had
then I don't think I'd be spending my time writing!!!!
Although, I do have this fantasy about the Condor reading Inihibitions and coming up to me to make 'corrections'....
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Nov 2008 12:49
And we're closing in on the end...
Chapter 11
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 15 Nov 2008 16:51
Ohhh, another chapter up for me to take a break from reports to read.
Just when I need a break.
<------ cloud grabs a drink and sits down to read the next chapter.
<------ cloud grabs a drink and sits down to read the next chapter.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Nov 2008 18:20
The end of this fic...
Remorse Epilogue
Only one more fic to go! I'll post it once it's been published in Birdscramble.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Nov 2008 18:31
And when IS the next issue of Birdscramble due out?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Nov 2008 18:37
Originally posted by clouddancer And when IS the next issue of Birdscramble due out?Um, anytime before the end of the month?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Dec 2008 07:32
Okay, the last fic has begun...
Out of the Ashes
Hooray! I read the first two chapters late last night!
TJ, I have faith that you will accomplish your goal of writing 12 fics by the end of the year. More importantly they are well worth reading.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 8 Dec 2008 15:54
LOL... question is, do I count this series as 1 or 5 fics?
I would say 5, kinda like each is it's own novel.
My selfish side says count it as 1 - then there are four more fics to get this year. But that is rotten.
In truth, they are 5 acting as 1!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 9 Dec 2008 06:36
Regardless of fic count (I'll do that later) the next chapter is up...
Chapter 3
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Dec 2008 07:19
And today we have Chapter 4 .
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Dec 2008 17:00
I have been enjoying this TJ.
I discovered it the other day before I returned back here.
As for me I would say count each one as a separate fic - after all they are all separately named - even though they are all part of the same story or AU
I am glad that you are enjoying it, CD!
And maybe I will count it as a separate fic...
Next question: should I count the fics I've written or the fics I've posted? I'm guessing it would work out the same...
New chapter today!
Chapter 5
Next question: should I count the fics I've written or the fics I've posted? I'm guessing it would work out the same...
New chapter today!
Chapter 5
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Dec 2008 09:16
And today, Chapter 6 .
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Dec 2008 15:28
TJ, what has happened to the rest of this fic?
Are you having problems with posting again? Or are you going to wait until after Christmas now, and leave me waiting to see what happens next.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Dec 2008 16:24
No, I just posted my Christmas fic and then got busy... but thanks for the 
. I'll post more tonight to the Fanfic Archives and hopefully the will approve it by tomorrow!
. I'll post more tonight to the Fanfic Archives and hopefully the will approve it by tomorrow!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Dec 2008 16:36
Looking forward to it. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 17 Dec 2008 18:50
That was fast! New chapter is up....
Chapter 7
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Dec 2008 19:28
You are right it was fast.... thank you. Now I have something to read before I go to bed.
And pleasant dreams I will have
Say, are you willing to give us a hint as to how many chapters remain? It'll help me decide if I should be preparing myself for a sudden, final plot twist!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Dec 2008 09:12
Well TJ did say this is the final chapter so, I think she should be wrapping everything up - not planning any plot twists ... but I guess she could throw in one in this chapter.
So it's still possible that the Spectrans have activated a giant self-destruct device for the entire Earth, which is hidden inside a volcano at the South Pole, or that Mark will turn out to be cyborg?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Dec 2008 16:20
LOL!! all good suggestions.
I don't think I would look forward to a story you and TJ collab on. You two would have me jumping off of my seat all the time as you weave the next twist.
Originally posted by clouddancer LOL!! all good suggestions. I don't think I would look forward to a story you and TJ collab on. You two would have me jumping off of my seat all the time as you weave the next twist.Chapter 8 is up, and having now read it, I've deleted one of my "twist" speculations, as it (by total fluke) might be something like what will really happen -I'm not going to risk lessening anyone's suspense!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Dec 2008 16:40
And another plot twist. I told you I am not good at these. I was hoping for a nice peaceful wrap-up. I should know better. 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Dec 2008 18:42
Yep, Chapter 8 is up! Sorry I was late with the notification. Today has been killer....
But now I'm finished with work for the year! Yay!
I'll post Chapter 9 now, and we'll see how long it takes to get approved...
(And LB, there are a couple more chapters.)
I'll post Chapter 9 now, and we'll see how long it takes to get approved...
(And LB, there are a couple more chapters.)
Originally posted by Transmute Jun But now I'm finished with work for the year! Yay!Hooray, and hooray!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Dec 2008 20:52
Okay, it was up fast tonight! !Chapters 9 and 10 are up!
And now all the dots are connected ... I think, I may be missing some.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Dec 2008 15:04
Originally posted by clouddancer And now all the dots are connected ... I think, I may be missing some.No big surprise. I'm usually a bit dotty... or, as some say, 'missing a few marbles'.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Dec 2008 16:37
Originally posted by Transmute JunIs THAT what all these are that I brought home with me after my visit to you.Originally posted by clouddancer And now all the dots are connected ... I think, I may be missing some.No big surprise. I'm usually a bit dotty... or, as some say, 'missing a few marbles'.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Dec 2008 17:16
Originally posted by clouddancer Is THAT what all these are that I brought home with me after my visit to you.Oh, so *you're* the one who stole my marbles! Hmmmm..... I wonder if I actually *want* them back...
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Dec 2008 18:16
Maybe Wendy from Peter Pan can return them from "Never Land"
Okay I am getting silly now.
Okay I am getting silly now.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Dec 2008 18:03
And now, the title of this thread actually applies to the posting... It is finished.
Chapter 11 and Epilogue
A big round of applause to you!
I enjoyed this series so much, with all the mystery and suspense and plot intricacies -it's a testament to your imagination and writing skills!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 23 Dec 2008 12:50
Originally posted by lborgia88I'm glad the ending held up for you, LB! Those are always the killer for me. I always want to keep going on, even after the story is over...
Interesting -I think I'm inclined the other way, with a tendency to want to wrap things up too quickly!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jan 2009 06:41
I finally found some time to read this TJ.
This was great, you wrapped it up so well.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jan 2009 14:21
Thanks, CD! That's a great compliment, especially since the series was so long!
TJ, this whole series was beautifully written...and it will always be one of my favs! You're the best, baybee!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jan 2009 16:36
Originally posted by Springie You're the best, baybee!Funny, I always thought you were the best, Baybee!
Knowing that you like the fics makes it all worthwhile.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 1 Jan 2009 18:36
Nice avatar TJ.
I see it is time to make a change again. I wonder ..... hmmm, Owl pics?or back to my story?
shamrokchick
Forum Legend
posted 1 Jan 2009 20:52
Ahh... I see you switched to an avatar with the swan in action ... I like it
... I like it
TJ, I would say keeps us busy watching all her cool avatar pics.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jan 2009 21:20
Well Christmas is over, so I gad to get rid of the Grinch! Maybe I'll break him out again next year... 
Glad you guys like it! I felt like using a kicka$$ Swannie.
Glad you guys like it! I felt like using a kicka$$ Swannie.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Jan 2009 21:20
Originally posted by shamrokchick Ahh... I see you switched to an avatar with the swan in actionGoes well with your avatar, Shamrokchick!
shamrokchick
Forum Legend
posted 2 Jan 2009 18:26
Originally posted by Transmute JunI thought the same thing. I wanted to color mine but instead just cleaned up the image to make it black and white. Between the swan and the eagle, those goons will be taken out in no time... he he he...Originally posted by shamrokchick Ahh... I see you switched to an avatar with the swan in actionGoes well with your avatar, Shamrokchick!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 2 Jan 2009 18:37
Mine is taken from a Gatch 2 ep. There's an awesome Swannie fight scene, and this is a still from that. I have animations of the full scene somewhere in my animations thread.
TJ, I've been watching ER recently and I have to thank you for your informative guide. It like a director's commentary on the episodes!
Great work! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Jan 2009 06:19
Originally posted by Condorfan TJ, I've been watching ER recently and I have to thank you for your informative guide. It like a director's commentary on the episodes! Great work!Well, I don't know about a director... maybe just a snarky critic?
Regardless, I'm glad you're enjoying it! I find myself referring to it often, just to remember what happened in which ep!
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