I'm sorry if this is a bit late and I don't know if Glazius has already done this,
since I'm doing this at record time, the biggest reason being that classes have
started and I'm late for it by a week. My Family's little requested vacation had
me ending up all over the Visayas islands, visiting relatives and surveying Family
property from farms to beach resorts. Aiyah, if my parenst wanted an accounting
of their property they should have sent an accountant instead of me! -_-;;;;
Anyway, another reason why this is late is because I enjoyed staying on the farm
too much. Damn, I didn't know my parents deeded me a farm! My cousins keep
the place in tiptop shape, just in case I decide to get away from the high-powered
and exciting life of an English teacher. ^_^ But, I'm too much of a city girl, so I think
I'll stay around here.
I also had something that has happened in awhile, an angst attack. I got so depressed
seeing my cousins, who are younger than me, actually married, damnit! <sigh> Aiyah,
makes me wanna find someone of any gender to settle down with, or at least to cuddle
up to every night. <sigh>
Anyway, enough about me, Elsa Bibat is back in town, so back to C&C. For those
who sent stuff for private C&C and personal e-mail, wait a week. I do have to catch up and
I'm only doing this since I'm killing time while I fix my other computer, Melchior.
Disclaimer:
All reviewer's comments are hers. No one else was involved in this. So
any flames and comments, to me.
The Synopsis List Reviewer is: Elsa Bibat
The FFML Synopses List
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For the week of: June 2, 2000
Moderator on Duty: Sean Connor
Synopses Submitted: 14
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[Gundam Wing]
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Title: Going Home
Series: Gundam Wing
Genre: WAFFy, yaoi (?)
Author: Talia Shimae aka Murasakikaze
Email: TaliaShimae@juno.com
Homepage: http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Villa/9072/fanfic.htm
Archived At:
Date Sent to FFML: June 3, 2000
Size: 10 kb
Summary:
An old file tells Heero exactly what he's been trying to find. A place
to go home to.
Review:
A good short piece. Gundam Wing is probably one of the best in the Gundam
series, with its cast of characters and plot. Anyway, this is good. Very sharp
and the emotions come across very well. The question is: where's the yaoi? ^_^
Keep up the good work.
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[Iczer/Teknoman]
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Title: Operation Lightsphere
Chapter: Phase 3 Chapter 6
Series: Iczer/Teknoman
Genre: (Series) Action/Drama (Chapter) Drama/Dark
Author: Andrew Dynon
Email: ajdynon@students.latrobe.edu.au
Date Sent to FFML: 29 May 2000
Size: 30 KB
Series Summary:
Earth's war against the Rhadam is revealed to be a small part of an
interstellar conflict, with the Kthulhu and Iczers trying to defend
planets from Rhadam conquest.
Episode Summary:
Iczer Zero tortures Nagisa to gain control of her mind and psychic
powers. Jalir's blaming of Cyan for her friend's death sparks Nami's
memory of a similar incident.
Review:
Oooh yeah! You know this fic has been around for a long time and it
still is one of the best fics out there. And one of the few Iczer fics and
Teknoman fics out there. This is a must read, though I advise looking for
the earlier chapters first.
Keep up the good work, Andrew!
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[Ranma 1/2]
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Title: Adulthood of a Modern Dynasty
Chapter: Prologue
Series: Ranma 1/2
Genre: Continuation
Author: Jim Lazar
Email: jimlazar@earthlink.net
Homepage: http://home.earthlink.net/~jimlazar/anime
Date Sent to FFML: 6/2/2000
Series Summary:
Childhood was rough, Adulthood will break Akane and cost her dearly. But
when the fight will determine the fate of the Human Race some sacrifices
have to be made, painful as they are.
Episode Summary:
A little look back, a little rest before the chaos erupts, and a
little look to the future.
Review:
Aiyah, Adulthood has begun in one of the biggest Ranma 1/2 sagas of all time.
A good opening chapter and the little touches like the Amazon fan clubs and the
newspaper boy, along with the news dispatch, make this quite enjoyable.
If you haven't read this, read it. Preferably from the very beginning.
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Title: Le Plus Ca Change
Chapter: 5
Series: Ranma 1/2
Genre: Next Gen / Romantic Comedy
Author: Dave Menard
Email: deibu_kun@sympatico.ca
Homepage: http://www.angelfire.com/anime/spacepiratesguild/
Archived At: http://www.angelfire.com/anime/spacepiratesguild/ranmafics.html
Date Sent to FFML:May 29
Size:17kb
Series Summary:
The next generation of the Nerima Wrecking crew face hurdles along the
rocky road to romance
Episode Summary:
Sachiko unveils her ultimate weapon; The Dress. Kin teaches Burakuro a
lesson, and Kobuta collects his second fiancee. Oh, yeah, and Ranma
and Ryoga are in this one, too.
Review:
More insanity. Very good and pretty original in its way, this fic is starting to
shape up well. Keep up the good work!
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Title: The Replacement Ranmas
Chapter: 1-7
Series: Ranma, more or less (!)
Genre: Humour
Author: Angus MacSpon
Email: macspon@ihug.co.nz
Homepage: http://shell.ihug.co.nz/~macspon/fanfic/index.html
Date Sent to FFML: 27-28 May 2000
Archive Number: 11016-9, 11039-41
Size: 165K
Summary:
A new Ranma fanfic is about to start, but the cast members aren't
available. Fortunately, a number of other characters from different
series have agreed to stand in for the originals. But can they pull
it off without anyone noticing ...?
Review:
This is the best comedic effort in script form I have ever read. And Angus
couldn't have pulled it off any other way. A hilarious series, this is a
must read. Now, Angus can go and finish the next chapter of SM4200. ^_^
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Title: Wheel of Fire
Chapter: #33: Eve of the White Tiger
Series: Ranma 1/2
Genre: Continuation
Author: Razorclaw X
Email: spiceoflife@hotmail.com
Homepage: http://www.crosswinds.net/~slythe/ranma/ranff.html
Date Sent to FFML: 5/29/00
Size: 61 kb
Series Summary:
What is a wheel of fire but a spinning flame of eternal chaos? At the
center the flame burns brightest, extending outward to the edges of
the wheel along six spokes, where the flame smolders. Whether the
flame burns bright or not at all, the wheel continues to spin....
Epsiode Summary:
In an odd twist of fate Ranma, Mousse, and Shizuka find themselves
back in Japan, just in time for the final battle: Cinder vs. the
entirety of the Ranma crew.
Review:
Mr. X's WoF has another one of his trademark battles. Anyway, a fine
popcorn fic if you have time to kill. Another well-written chapter and
Mr. X still keeps the quality up.
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[Ranma 1/2 / Battletech]
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Title: Battletech: The Saotome Gambit Part 13
Series: Ranma 1/2 - Battletech
Genre: Fusion
Author: J. Austin Wilde
Email: wildeman@psn.net
Homepage: http://www.psn.net/~wildeman
Archived At: http://www.psn.net/~wildeman/TSG-13.txt
Date Sent to FFML: 28 May 2000
Size: 97K
Series Summary:
A Ranma 1/2 - Battletech fusion pitting the might of the Furinkan
Combine, the League of Five Nails, and the Jusenkyo Commonwealth
against the beleaguered Nerima Confederation. The only hope for the
Tendo family lies in the hands of two Dispossessed mechwarriors named
Saotome.
Episode Summary:
Tatewaki lays siege to the Capella System while his sister plots to
escape. Grand Duke Tendo entertains Nodoka Saotome as they wait for
the invasion - which Kasumi prepares to fight. Shampoo faces General
Herb's inquest and confronts Pink on a matter of murder. Meanwhile,
the crew of NCJS _Dragonfly_ finally determines their location.
Review:
This is a must read. Kasumi in an Atlas is a great image that will probably
be in my head for days. If you haven't had the pleasure, go and read this baby.
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[Ranma 1/2 / Revolutionary Girl Utena]
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Title: She of the Black Rose
Series: Utena/Ranma 1/2
Genre: crossover
Author: Ukyou Kuonji
Email: ukyoukwnji@aol.com
Homepage: http://members.aol.com/ukyoukwnji/index.htm
Date Sent to FFML: 6/1/2000
Size: 13K
Summary:
Did you know? Did you know? Have you heard the news? There's a new
student at Ohtori Gakuen, and she's...
Well, who do YOU think of when you hear the phrase 'black rose',
anyway?
This is just the beginning of this story, mind you, and it needs
plenty of work. Suggestions and C&C (and perhaps a certain measure of
philosophical debate) requested.
Review:
You mean this is out there somewhere!?! Damn! Ukyou-san, send me a copy,
I don't have one.
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[Sailor Moon / Yoroiden Samurai Troopers]
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Title: Ronin Summer : Dark Crusade
Chapter: 1 - Ill Winds
Series: Sailor Moon / Yoroiden Samurai Troopers
Genre: cross-over
Author: Morgan Hudson
Email: dataraven_659@excite.com
Homepage: http://dataraven_659.tripod.com/roninsummer.html
Date Sent to FFML: May 29, 2000
Size: 19 KB
Series Summary:
Seven strangers and their undead army arrive in the Dark Kingdom and
begin a holy mission of extermination, in the name of a mysterious
figure they call "Mother". Their only opposition are the Masho of the
Dynasty, but can four Yoroiden succeed alone? Of course not, but
fortunately there's help waiting in wings...
Episode Summary:
Kayura and her new fiance Anubis visit Rajura in his new holdings -
the Dark Kingdom. A few old faces from RS : Inner Battles are revealed
to still be hanging around, and we are introduced to Pedri and Holts,
the first two of the seven siblings. Holts appears too lazy to
threaten much, but Pedri makes an ultimatum to Kayura and begins plans
to destroy all life in the Dark Kingdom with the help of Mother and
his other five brothers and sisters.
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Title: Ronin Summer : Dark Crusade
Chapter: 2 - Desperate Times
Series: Sailor Moon / Yoroiden Samurai Troopers
Genre: cross-over
Author: Morgan Hudson
Email: dataraven_659@excite.com
Homepage: http://dataraven_659.tripod.com/roninsummer.html
Date Sent to FFML: June 4, 2000
Size: 21 KB
Series Summary:
Seven strangers and their undead army arrive in the Dark Kingdom and
begin a holy mission of extermination, in the name of a mysterious
figure they call "Mother". Their only opposition are the Masho of the
Dynasty, but can four Yoroiden succeed alone? Of course not, but
fortunately there's help waiting in wings...
Episode Summary:
Pedri and Holts prepare for their first assault on Kayura's castle in
the Dark Kingdom, with the help of their brother Thraw and their
sister Erdge. The first soldiers of their army are revived by Mother,
and attack the Masho and their allies. Rajura, Anubis, and Kayura all
manage to get away, but the rest of the Dark Kingdom seems less
lucky... As punishment for allowing the Masho to escape, Pedri decides
to teach Erdge a painful lesson about failing Mother.
Mass Review:
The name Morgan Hudson evokes images in my head that I just can't get
out. A great offering from the author of one of the most original and
exciting SM crossovers in recent history. This is why this guy is in my list
for a new entry to the FFML Author Encyclopedia. Keep up the good work!
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[Slayers]
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Title: The Slayers: Reward Chapter 3 - Clash! The Love That Hates Justice!
Series: The Slayers
Genre: Continuation, Lemon
Author: Lord Archive
Email: archive@mich.com
Homepage: http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Fuji/9061/anime.html
Date Sent to FFML: 5-31
Size: 26K
Summary:
Lina and Gourry try to leave without causing any trouble, but fail.
Towermere catches up to Lina only to have Amelia join in, bringing
along her problems as well.
Review:
Very funny and very Slayers mixed with Ranma-esque elements. Not
exactly on par with Stefan Gagne's work, but Lord Archive has always
been in his own league. A must read.
Keep up the good work!
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Title: Slayers: Titled
Chapter: 4
Series: Slayers
Genre: Eh...
Author: David A. Tatum
Email: desaix@sysnet.net
Homepage: http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Acropolis/7872/fanfics.htm
Archived at: Above at some future point... (probably not until I finish
the thing)
Date Sent to FFML: 5/29/00
Archive Number: 11100
Size:
Series Summary:
The Lord of Nightmares sends Xelloss on a mission, and EVERYONE gets
involved...
Chapter Summary:
Gourry's recuperation from the battle is interrupted by a Mazoku
attack as plans for the future are made.
Review:
A pretty nice Slayers fic and very interesting, though the humor element
seems to be a bit forced. But still an interesting read. I'll be watching this.
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Title: The Slayers: Truth! A Most Dangerous Game!
Series: The Slayers
Genre: Humor, Sad, Dark, WAFF
Author: Lord Archive
Email: archive@mich.com
Homepage: http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Fuji/9061/anime.html
Date Sent to FFML: 6-4
Size: 35K
Summary:
A little game of Xellos's causes a lot of pain and oddly some
happiness as well.
Review:
A very good emotional piece. The humor and comic relief contrast well
with the serious stuff. A gem in the Slayers genre and a must read.
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[Tenchi Muyou!]
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Title: Define Happiness
Series: Tenchi Muyo
Genre: Short-fic
Author: Teknos Warhammer
Email: teknosw@hotmail.com
Homepage: http://www.geocites.teknos.geo
Date Sent to FFML: May 27, 2000
Size: 17 K
Summary:
A short, sweet little piece of how things SHOULD be for our resident,
Mihoshi's sin eating, Kiyone. A little biased against Mihoshi, this
fic shows how Kiyone could be happy, but alas...
Review:
A nice piece, I could feel a tinge of powerful emotion leaking from the
author, the way the piece was nicley written. A very good short piece
and a good pick me up. I dislike Mihoshi a bit so her gory deaths are
pretty nice scenes for me. ^_^ Anyway, I see you subscribe to the same
philosophy as I do. Anyway, keep up the good work!
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BTW, as I said earlier Melchior a.k.a. Elsa's Electronic Text Archive and
Main Server crashed and with two years of basic training as a computer tech,
I think I can fix it, and I do have Gaspar and Balthasar to pick up the slack.
But one of the things that the family has taught me is that to always expect
the best but prepare for the worst. So if any of you guys have any of my fics
backlogged in your computer, notify me and I'll decide if you should send
them over. Also for those who've been waiting for my fics you're going to
have to wait some more. And I was inches away from sending POP 3 to
Angus for prereading! -_-;;;;;;
Again, wait a week or so for me to respond, 'kay?