Sarahfreak - FanFiction.Net

Hi! I decided that it was finally time to update my profile!
My name is Sarahfreak and I started this account not for the creation and posting of fanfiction, but specifically to give encouragement and feedback to writers on this site. Since I have been a leech (aka A person that reads fics casually and only occasionally anonymously reviews!) for a long time I decided that the creation of this account would be my way of giving back to all those writers that have inspired me to write myself over the years, since I'm in somewhat of a slump myself. I think that all writers deserve recognition when it comes to their writing for the simple reason that they had the guts to post it in the first place! So dig deep people and review where you can!
One thing you should note is that I highly support writers that can convince me of pairings regardless of if they follow or deviate from cannon pairings...So that means that OOC (out of character) doesn't really bother me, and neither does yaoi...but sorry, you won't see me recommending any yuuri here (I'll leave that for the guys).
ATTENTION ALL D.GRAY-MAN WRITERS...FANS...AND READERS!!
THESE ARE THE OFFICIAL RULES AND CRITERIA for Momosportif's D.Gray-Man Competition
(Make sure to PM or contact Momosportif in the forum (and subscribe) she has opened to let her know that you are participating)
Rules:
-Must be less than 6,000 words
-No OCs
-No lemons (implied lemons are accepted)
-Must be rated T or lower
-Must submit within 80 days: Submission will be free range (aka you can submit whenever you want) BUT we are counting on each and every one of you to have enough integrity not to steal ideas or be influenced by others who finish before you! Got it?
Also, when you submit a story leave a post on the forum that says something like "I finished my story (fill in the blank with title)! Check it out!". We (Sarahfreak and the Momos) will not be looking at the stories until the contest closes however because we figured that it would be best to read them all at once while we were in the same state of mind and mood, etc.
-Must stay on topic
Schedule: The contest officially starts on Monday, July the 14. However, you may certainly start before then. :)
Start: Monday, July 14th
10 day mark: Wednesday, July 23rd
20 day mark: Saturday, August 2nd
30 day mark: Tuesday, August 12th (the Momos' second day of school :P)
40 day mark: Friday, August 22nd
50 day mark: Monday, September 1st (the Momos' grandmother's b-day, incidentally)
60 day mark: Thursday, September 11th (Memorial for Twin Towers day in the USofA...why do we have so many significant days coinciding with the contest? I haven't a clue...)
70 day mark: Sunday, September 21st
END: Wednesday, October 1st
No submissions will be judged after the 1st of October but if you want to post unfinished works when you finish them just for your own fulfilment, I'd be more than happy to look at them! :)
IF YOU FIND AN ERROR IN MY CALCULATING TELL ME IMMEDIATELY!! XD
Criteria:
-Readability (this would include grammar and spelling so if you know those are your Achilles heels go get a beta or something XD)
-Entertainment factor (was it a good read? was it worth the time? did it draw the reader in?)
-Creativity in concern to theme/prompt/whatever you want to call it
-Creativity in concern to character development, relationships, etc.
-Elements of writing/ writing prowess (characterization, diction, phraseology, etc.)
-Sticking to the rules (does it follow the guidelines?)
NOTE: We think the results will go up about twenty days after the contest closes.
AND FINALLY!! THE PROMPT:
Choose a room of the original Black Order and centre your fic around it. This could be anything from nostalgia from one character about the room to events occurring in the room in present time; pretty much anything goes (be creative!) as long as the room is centric. :)
Below is a list of fics and writer that I have read that I recommend people to have a look at. This will change periodically when I get off my butt and update the profile and please note that the people that are featured are fics that I have enjoyed reading, this does not mean that anyone that is not featured writes garbage, there are too many great fics/writers to credit so I implore you all again to review where you can!
If anyone has any questions or just wants to talk, please PM and I'll get back to you when I'm able!
Stories/Authors I would definitely recommend would be the following:
DNAngel
Yes I'm one of the DNAngel fans as well. This fandom is still alive and kicking! So if you love our purple-haired thief, blonde homicidal maniac hunter, ruby-eyed klutz or the blue ice cube you must read the next three works/authors:
First mention would most definitely have to go to Stormshadow13 who writes the most awesome humour fics in which she tortures her favourite character without restraint grin Highlights would have to be the 'Blonde Jokes' arc (which is still in motion), The Duct Tape Challenge, Team Up, heck any of the fics she has written with Krad and Dark in it are awesome!
Second mention goes to Ocean of the Unforseen by Kyuseisha no Hikari, which was recently completed. It's AU fic in which Krad is a naval commander sailing the seas and riding the world of pirates. Of course Dark Mousy is one of said pirates and Krad (through a series of events I won't spoil for you) ends up becoming the prisoner of someone he'd rather show the business end of a pistol! Great story and a must read.
Last but not least I must draw your attention to the author schizo and proud who, with a great deal of skill I might add, has encouraged the development of a new (and odd) pairing. Satoshi x Takeshi is probably the most unlikely pair (definitely a minority) you'd find in this fandom but her writing has convinced me (and it shall convince you too!). So if you're interested have a read of There's a Catch by schizo and proud and tell her what you think!
D.Gray-Man
A Little Pain by sixerine is one of the first D.Gray-Man fic I read and one of the best Yullen fics I have read to date. Bittersweet and sad but definitely worth the read. One of the best points of this fic would definitely be that it focuses on character relationship development, there is no we've-known-each-other-for-five-seconds-lets-sleep-together chapters...Take a look!
I have stumbled upon a Momosportif who writes awesome different fics. By different, I mean she writes everything you can't find in the fandom from the underappreciated characters to ideas that haven't been explored, experiments with different styles and has recently fanned my love for Reever/Komui fics. Two I would definitely recommend you read would be 'Reflection' and 'My Fair Lady'...go have a look!
Another two authors have been added to my must worship list in this fandom...if you read D.Gray-Man fanfiction and haven't read any of Kuro666 or Dhampir72's work then I might just have to insist to know where have you been all this time? Both these authors are probably the best in the D.Gray-Man fandom (Momosportif and Saya-sama are big contenders to this title as well!) and write awesome fics that just have you coming back time and time again grin Kuro666 in particular is renown (or at least to me) for her Lavi/Kanda (RK) writing and the fic A to Z. Dhampir72 is another Lavi fan but writes a range of fics with her most well known fic being her rendition of Bookman. Both of these authors are most definitely worth the read so take a look!
Death Note
Of Music by Mikanis
Mikanis is a well know author of Death Note fanfiction, some of them being 'Violins, Light' , 'Concerto in D Minor' , 'Welcome to Wammy' and 'Morning Star' just to name a few. Definitely raid their profile if you read or enjoy the Death Note fandom but please not that most if not all of Mikanis's stories are written for mature readers not the lets-jump-into-bed-together type! Mikanis writes complex, interesting and engaging plots that leave you hanging for the next chapter. Please take a look!
If you love writing that ties you up in knots and leaves you almost ready to bawl your eyes out Bloodshot Eyes is definietly the author for you. Currently she is running four multi-chapter fics, the most well known (and the one I check for updates continually) is Genius is a Curse which deals with what Light would do or be like, if he'd never picked up the Death Note. Collateral Damage is the first fic she wrote (still in progress) and while I warn the squeamish to stay away from this story there's something about this story that keeps you coming back...even if you flinch every second sentence. Last but not least would be her two oneshots I Disappear and Fatal Attraction which deal with the newest arrival to the Death Note universe...Beyond Birthday...One more thing, all her stories are rated that of T or M so if you do not like gore (more in Collateral Damage then the others) or dark themes stay away! Those of you left, I command you to read!
Kyou Kara Maou!
There are many brilliant Kyou Kara Maou Fics but there are two in particular I would like to bring to your attention if you subscribe to this fandom (which is freaking awesome by the way!) -
Firstly there is Seasons of a Beautiful Wolfram by HARPGO - This fic is the epitome of awesomeness...hilariously funny, with foundation-shaking realisations, almost deaths, and action to boot we follow the journey of Yuri as he endeavours to come to terms with his attraction (or love) of his fiancé who through an unfortunate series of events, almost dies and in the process of saving him is reverted to the age of a child. This is a beautiful fic is currently at twenty-seven chapters and racing it's way towards a thrilling little climax...what can I say...I love reading this fic...
And secondly there is Opaline by Lady Devonna which is actually a sequel to her other fic My White Tiger. This fic is absolutely gorgeous and unique because it focuses on Gwendals crush on Gunter as he is growing up. Seriously an awesome piece of writing that is updated somewhat infrequent intervals...however this is made up for with long rollercoaster ride chapters following cute little Gwendal's struggles in life and love...Take a look!
xxxHoLiC
Before you ask, yes I am a rabid CLAMP fan...I think most of fanfiction.net population can admit to latching onto at least one of their various works. There are many awesome writers in this fandom but one particular fic has caught my attention and that is The Seer by tsubaki-dono. The first thing that sets this apart from the others is that it is one of the minority that is written from Doumeki's point of view. It has an awesome original storyline and I need anyone/everyone who reads/watches xxxHoLiC to go and review this fic because it deserves more! Take a look...
More to come!
I have also decided that because oneshots have such a quick shelf life (Meaning they are read the day they are posted and rarely afterwards) that I'd start 'Oneshot Week'. That is once a week I'll write a quick list of oneshots that I found absolutely awesome to read and put it on my profile. This is not only to combat my lack of updates to the profile but to allow people to find some fics that usually get lost (especially in big fandoms like Death Note) amongst all the others once they have been posted. Please note that if you choose to read any of these fics...read the summary (not mine...the authors grin), rating and the like first so you know what you are in for!
Oneshot Week!
Stay Together For The Kids by Kanetsuki (Legal drug) Being one of the many CLAMP fans around I’ve been sustaining myself on Legal Drug fanfiction as the actual manga is currently on official hiatus. The sad fact is that next to no fics are written for this fandom and when they are they are generally short (that doesn’t mean that they are not good though!). This story however is a refreshing change from the trend with a 7000 words and a great little plot it is most definitely worth more reviews then it has received so far. If you love Kazahaya, Rikuo, Kakei and Saiga go take a look at this fic!
It’s too Late Isn’t It by InMyWildestMemories (Death Note) I’ll be the first to say that the whole L-catches-Light-and-executes-him scenario is far from new in the Death Note fandom, however, this story presents us with an alternate retelling of the idea, mixed with contrasting flashbacks that supplement the current events being portrayed. Simply heartbreaking but sprinkled with just that little bit of hope, this fic is worth the read and your reviews!
Striped by silvaaeterna (Death Note) The most in character portrayal of Mello in a oneshot that I’ve read to date. I’m disappointed that it has yet to receive the reviews it deserves as it is high quality writing, has really nice flow, coupled with an air of sadness, cocky confidence, frustration, self-disgust and desperation which makes up Mello’s general persona throughout the manga and anime. Please, if you like or read these characters (Matt and Mello), take a read and review because it definitely deserves the time it would take to carry out such a task…
Special by Computerfreak101 (Death Note) Being a rabid (and somewhat unjustified) Mail Jeevas (aka Matt) fan I had a lot of fun reading this take one how he came to possess his trademark goggles and game playing obsession. Have a read if you love Matt, you’ll love this fic…
15 Facts of Kanda Yuu by Crystal Meadow (D.Gray-Man) I have to admit that I had a lot of fun reading this fic and it was interesting to read yet another take on the facets that make up of one of the most drool-worthy characters in the D.Gray-Man cast. Take a look if you want something to smile at…
Encore by Dhampir72 (D.Gray-Man) The sequel to ‘Finale’ written by the esteemed Dhampir72, one of the most well known (and appreciated) D.Gray-Man fanfiction authors in this fandom. Encore follows the events of Finale with Lavi pinning for Allen after their last encounter some three years ago when they graduated from high school. It will eventually be a multi-chapter fic however if you read D.Gray-Man or Lavi/Allen definitely take a look now and offer your support to this fic. One thing should be noted though…if you go to read it’s prequel ‘Finale’ take caution to note that it has earned it’s rating with Allen/Lavi action in the final part of the story. If it doesn’t bother you to read BL take a look at these two fics!
Strip My Mind by Dhampir72 (D.Gray-Man) Another from Dhampir72 and this one is heartbreakingly sad as all hell. Deals with the deletion of Bookman Jnr current persona/identity ‘Lavi’ and how Lavi fights for Bookman Jnr to stop Bookman from destroying his existence completely. If you want to cry this is a story for you…
Fate’s Game by BookWormNiri (D.Gray-Man) Well all I can say for this one is wow! It follows our favourite little white haired saviour Allen Walker through his life and battle as an exorcist and how fate decides to screw him over ever step of the way. Very interesting and different for this fandom, definitely worth the read…
Pretense by slasheddream (Kyou Kara Maou) Just a cute little oneshot dedicated to Shinou stalking his favourite little sage. Great read if you follow Kyou Kara Maou. Take a look!
Thunderstorm by StarRose (Kyou Kara Maou) A great little fic about the friendship between Murata and Yuri and phobias, with a dash of Murata’s cunning personality added to the mix. Have a read…
Late Nights by AA Battery (Robin Hood BBC) An interesting little fic that deals with the friendship between Will and Allen both before and after Allen’s betrayal. Great writing and a great read.
Anthem of a Hero by Tatsumaki-sama (Robin Hood BBC) An awesome little story that is comprised of accounts from Robin’s merry men and Marian on how they met Robin and what he has done for each of them. Probably the first of it’s kind in this fandom and definitely worth the read. If you love the show, you’ll enjoy this fic so have a read!