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Tomorrow is the 15th of the month, which means Crack Van Collisions, a.k.a. cross-over day. Drivers, you may rec one fic that crosses over your fandom with another (no, this does not count against your maximum). Please post crossovers in the following format: Subject: Fandom/Fandom (Rating) Title: Title by Author Pairing: (no abbreviations, please) Author on LJ:Author Website:Why this must be read:(link to story) Thanks, all! | |
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As Solo without Kuryakin would be like Ernie without Bert, or maybe Ernie without his Rubber Ducky. . . ah heck, before I encourage a Muncle/NCIS/Sesame Street crossover, let's time travel to Illya's past.Fandom: MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E. Pairing: Napoleon Solo/Illya Kuryakin (mild slash implied) Author on LJ: sensineAuthor Website: Sensine's FanfictionWhy this must be read:Illya's childhood can easily become an angst-o-rama, which isn't surprising given the canon setting of the Ukraine sometime during the 1930s and 40s. So I'm always impressed when a writer can approach this time of famine, purges and invasion with a gentle touch. In just a few words, Sensine provides a satisfying balance of past losses and hope for the future. Forest Green | |
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Fandom: HIGHLANDER: THE SERIES Pairing: None Author on LJ: gryphonrhiAuthor Website: Rhiannon’s EyrieWhy this must be read:This is the sequel to Handled With A Chain, which has already been recced here. That story delved into the true madness of Horton (in diary form) as he decided Immortals should be wiped out. In the aftermath of Joe finding his brother-in-law’s diary, the Watcher meets with Duncan. Joe is utterly horrified by it all, and realizes Horton was insane for longer than anyone ever suspected...and the Watchers need to read that diary. Brilliantly written, and great characterization. ( An excerpt )Shards And Links | |
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Fandom: HIGHLANDER: THE SERIES Pairing: None Author on LJ: xenokattzAuthor Website: Katt’s Aerie.Why this must be read:As one might surmise from the title, Methos does not have a good day. The poor old guy eventually tells his story of what happened to him at Christmas dinner. Personally, I laughed until I cried. I think we've all had days like his at least once in our lives. ( An excerpt )Methos and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. The story can also be found here. | |
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Fandom: POPSLASH Pairing: Chris/Justin Author on LJ: i_naiadAuthor Website: Superfluous WordsWhy this must be read: Manages to do the impossible and explain both the title of SexyBack and why Chris is doing ManBand SureShot. So so so much love. Plus it has brilliant dialogue that zings and zips along like Zorro on speed. "Lance? Chris. I’d just like to say, that while I support your decision to come out in People and I’m overjoyed that you’re happy, I hate you and you suck."
Chris threw the phone on the sofa and flipped the TV on. How hard could it be to get on reality TV anyway? He was a famous, formerly-famous, pop star. Producers were going to be fighting over his fat ass.Just Another Drunken Bet | |
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Fandom: X-Files Pairing: Mulder/Scully UST Author Website: Unfortunately I can't find a site for either of them Why this must be read: This is one of the funniest X-Files stories I've ever read, and it's definitely one everyone should read. It features sneaky!Mulder and Scully, as well as hijinks involving the Lone Gunmen. There is revenge and blind dates and the UST is blink and you'll miss it, so it's suitable for noromos. Go read it, and prepare to laugh out loud. Excerpt: This was going to cost him, in more ways than one. Anticipating that he would need the drink before he made the call, he prepared it. He dialed hesitantly, scrambling frantically for a plausible excuse for his lateness.
One ring... two rings and --
"You've reached the office of Fox Mulder. I'm not here right now. Please hold for a list of options. This conversation may be recorded to provide evidence of a vast government conspiracy."
That's *my* voice!
Confused, he shook his head. Last time he checked, they had the same boring, computer-generated voicemail message as every other --
"If you are a shadowy informant who desires a clandestine meeting to drop vague clues which will eventually lead to a horrible, sudden death -- press 1."
He already had his top three suspects.
"If you're a genetic mutant or know of one -- press 2."
Though he wasn't sure if Frohike counted for a whole suspect.
"If you're calling about a paranormal incident such as telekinesis, clairvoyance, or precognition -- press 3."
At least the Gunmen didn't have a sample of him saying 'paramasturbatory'...
"If you're calling about a supernatural phenomenon such as vampirism, zombies, lycanthropy or demons -- press 4."
So this was how they lured Scully to Vegas. Niiiice.
"If you have information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of David Copperfield -- press 5." Mulder snorted. Okay, that one was funny.
"If you're a time traveler coming back from the future to prevent an event from occurring -- press 6. On the other hand, if you are then you probably already have and this won't be necessary. Never mind."
He pulled the phone away from his ear and stared at in disbelief before putting it back again.
" -- experienced missing time -- press 7."
Mulder wondered if he still had that footage of Frohike on New Year's eve waking up in the Cher wig and sequined jacket after Langly found him passed out in the hotel foyer.
"If you have proof of the existence of an Extra-terrestrial Biological Entity or happen to be one -- press 8."
Bastards.
"If you think there's a --"
Scully's voice cut in.
" -- perfectly logical explanation for all of this -- "
His voice again. "Press 9." Leave a Message | |
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Fandom: PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN Pairing: None Author on LJ: meddowAuthor Website: Fanfiction Masterlist on LJ Why this must be read: "No oars, no water, no canvas and no idea of how he had gone from a full longboat in a storm to stuck in still water in middle of nowhere with only a frustratingly cryptic pirate for company."Immediately post-hurricane, James Norrington finds himself travelling between the living world and the afterlife, making various stops in between--or, possibly, he’s having a fever dream (the surrealism and uncertainty of this piece is one of its strengths). Constructing an exceedingly thorough psychological portrait of James, meddow examines every doubt and fear that likely would have been plaguing the Commodore in the aftermath of the Dauntless’s wreckage. Taking its title from "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," this powerful, disturbing fic also makes excellent use of Barbossa—another man journeying somewhere on the path between life and death. Here, he serves the role of a Shakespearean Fool, as he is the only one willing to speak the harsh truth (although, in true pirate fashion, it’s largely because he just doesn’t care who he offends). "The man hath penance done, And Penance More Will Do" | |
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Fandom: STARGATE SG-1 Pairing: Jack/Daniel Author on LJ: theemdashAuthor Website: what_worksWhy this must be read:I fell into the SG1 fandom well into my show watching and it took a while thereafter for me to fall into Jack/Daniel but if I had to explain why I love reading Jack/Daniel, I think I could just point to this story. There's an undercurrent of history, connection, and yes to Jack and Daniel's 'relationship' in this story. It stretches from the episode Forever in a Day to the 9th season and it is so perfectly them. Yes, this story would be one of the best examples of why I adore the pairing that I've seen in a long time. Bad Timing | |
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Fandom: MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E. Pairing: brief mention of Illya Kuryakin/female, Napoleon Solo/female Author on LJ: unknown Author Website: unknown but stories can be found here File 40 Gen FictionWhy this story must be read: Because this story is so much more than just an excellent Solo and Kuryakin first mission story told from Illya's perspective. Harry Beldon, the head of U.N.C.L.E. Northeast, was a bizarre caricature in the episode The Summit-Five Affair, but here he is a fully realized character that Illya has good reasons to respect. Thrush is a convincing enemy exploiting Cold War tensions in a wholly believable and insidious manner. In fact, the author effectively uses the backdrop of East and West Germany in 1960 to both highlight the personal and cultural differences between Napoleon and Illya, and underscore why they are on the same side nonetheless. Expectations | |
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Fandom: SPORTS NIGHT Pairing: Gen, Casey McCall pov Author on LJ: 2ndary_authorAuthor Website: N/A Why this must be read: it's a series of linked ficlets from Casey's POV, giving us insights into his marriage, his work, his colleagues, his thoughts and his feelings. It's an unusually sympathetic and perceptive depiction of – arguably - Sports Night's most private and complicated character that permits us also equally well-rounded glimpses of the rest of the cast, along with the occasional flash of humour: “Wow,” Dan said quietly, watching Monica walk away with his suit. “You got played.” “I did not get played. The fact that Monica made a point, which I will take into consideration —” “Hey, Dave?” Dan called “It sounded to me like Casey just got played, but I’m willing to hear another point of view … your thoughts on the matter?” “In my studied opinion, Casey got played like a concerto,” the technical director smiled without even looking up from the camera. At that point, Will wandered in with a clipboard of specs, which he started reading off, rapid-fire, to Dave. “Uh, Will,” Dan interrupted. Casey growled. “Pay him no mind,” Dan added when Will shot Casey an alarmed look. “Did you hear any of what just happened?” “Sorry; all I heard was the part where Casey got played. After that I kind of stopped listening,” Will said with a shrug.And it would take a heart of stone to withstand Dan decorating Casey's fridge for him. With a special space for Charlie's stuff. Home Truths - Mood: okay
 - Music: Tom Waits: I Hope That I Don't Fall In Love With You
- Tags: fanfic, sports night
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