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crack_van2006-07-23 04:21 pm
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Venom Revisited by DC Lady (PG-13)
Fandom: DC COMICS
Pairing: None
Author on LJ:paulasj
Author Website: DC Lady.
Why this must be read:
This fanfic must be read because it is one of the very few out there to have attempted to write about the events of Batman: Venom. Most authors (canon and fanfic) seem to have avoided the storyline of Venom entirely whenever Bane is discussed. Without this storyline, Bane more than likely would not have existed.
This fanfic wonderfully captures Batman’s struggle to avoid ever becoming dependant on Venom again. It also shows that he will never allow himself to forget how far he can fall. Wonderful characterization of both Batman and Superman, as the story is told from both points of views.
“The thought of what I can do with it is tempting,” I tell him then hesitate. He waits for me to continue. “I told myself I would never forget. That’s why I carry this.” I hold the pill out in front of me.
“Forget what?” He doesn’t understand. I never told him.
I look over my shoulder to him. “After Sissy Porter died, I took the drug. I became addicted almost instantly.”
He is shocked and perhaps a bit concerned, but remains calm. “What happened?”
“I got very strong,” I’m sarcastic, but then I frown. “But, I no longer cared. I became a monster.” I’m silent again. I don’t know for how long. He’s learned to wait me out.
I look at him. “Thank you for reminding me.”
Venom Revisited.
Pairing: None
Author on LJ:
paulasj Author Website: DC Lady.
Why this must be read:
This fanfic must be read because it is one of the very few out there to have attempted to write about the events of Batman: Venom. Most authors (canon and fanfic) seem to have avoided the storyline of Venom entirely whenever Bane is discussed. Without this storyline, Bane more than likely would not have existed.
This fanfic wonderfully captures Batman’s struggle to avoid ever becoming dependant on Venom again. It also shows that he will never allow himself to forget how far he can fall. Wonderful characterization of both Batman and Superman, as the story is told from both points of views.
“The thought of what I can do with it is tempting,” I tell him then hesitate. He waits for me to continue. “I told myself I would never forget. That’s why I carry this.” I hold the pill out in front of me.
“Forget what?” He doesn’t understand. I never told him.
I look over my shoulder to him. “After Sissy Porter died, I took the drug. I became addicted almost instantly.”
He is shocked and perhaps a bit concerned, but remains calm. “What happened?”
“I got very strong,” I’m sarcastic, but then I frown. “But, I no longer cared. I became a monster.” I’m silent again. I don’t know for how long. He’s learned to wait me out.
I look at him. “Thank you for reminding me.”
Venom Revisited.