FenZev
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since: 11-12-11, id: 3423334, Profile Updated: 05-07-13
country: USA
Author has written 42 stories for Dragon Age, and Mass Effect.

News as of 5/07/13: Added link for the commissioned cover art for Return To Me.

About me: In case you haven't noticed, I am a Dragon Age fan. I have played all games and expansions, and also host a monthly campaign of the role playing game. I am also obsessed with fact, and will use as much of it as I can in my stories. Research first, write last...unless I am clearly twisting things for my own amusement! In other news, I'm just like anyone else, on their own personal journey through life.

On DAO: I fell in love with the game when it came out, mostly because of Claudia Black. I am a huge fan of hers from Farscape, and Morrigan was so amazingly written that I immediately jumped in with both feet. My first play through I was a city elf, romanced Alistair, and was heartbroken when he dumped me. I literally cried when it happened, restored, and tried every option possible for this not to be! When I realized the game had emotionally scarred me to such a level, I knew I would be playing it again and again.

On DA2: It wasn't until DA2 came around that I began considering fan fiction. There was so much lacking in the story they had given us; so many things left unexplained, or unexplored. I fell madly in love with both Fenris and Anders, but was frustrated that I couldn't interact with them like you could with your interests in DAO. So here I came, looking for answers, and then decided to begin creating my own. Below is the result of the suffering Bioware has bestowed upon me! But I do love them dearly.

A special thank you: I am very lucky to have the most amazing sister in the world. She is my rock, my inspiration, and the only reason I ever found this site to begin with. Though she refuses to write Dragon Age, I still love her. To my uber beta Erana, thank you for everything you have ever done for me.

1 Year Anniversary: Hard to believe it's only been a year; seems like a lifetime ago I joined! Within this last year I have met some wonderful writers who have become some of my closest friends. Through the love of a game called Dragon Age, a bond has been formed with so many amazingly talented people, and I am happy to be a part of it. Mostly for me to compare to next year, my stats for this year are: 68 members have me as a favorite author, 82 have me on author alert. I have done 710 reviews and written 365,784 words within 31 stories. Wow. This may not be much to some people, but it's pretty awesome in my book!


An Open Letter to Bioware/David Gaider


I had written this journal entry to the above basically thanking them for all that they had done in writing, creating, and producing such an amazing world for us to play in. I just wanted to put it out there, in the hopes that maybe, someday, someone over there would read it and know how much what they have done has shaped what I do as a writer.

I never would've imagined the amazing events that have occurred from doing so. Many from the Bioware team have indeed read it, sent me messages on Twitter thanking me for it, and the Maker himself David Gaider commented on the entry. When something like this happens, it not only validates what I had to say, but it shows me what an amazingly awesome group of people are behind such an amazingly awesome world that I love to play in.

None of this would have happened though if it weren't for a handful of amazing women writers that consistently have my back and are supportive in all I do. So in addition to the thanks I already gave to the creators, I also thank Csorciere, Erana, Eve Hawke, Jaden Anderson, and Wintryone for sharing in this adventure with me.


Recommendations


Favorite Authors: Check out my page of favorite authors; I've selected a handful of brilliantly talented people that inspire me in different directions, styles, and ideas.

Favorite Stories: I also have a list of favorite stories; some are complete, some are in progress, and some are sadly on indefinite hiatus that I am always hopeful will begin again. I highly recommend checking them out if you're looking for something good - I try to favorite anything that I know I'd read more than once!


Contact Me:


Facebook: If you wish to follow me on Facebook (For info on updates, frustrations, and general Dragon Age fun) you can find me by clicking here (must be logged into Facebook for link to work).

EMail: FenZev1 at Gmail.

Twitter: Useless rants and stalking of Bioware/Voice Actors can be found here.



Fic Art:


1) A Mage's Kiss

Amazingly awesome cover art for this one-shot can be found here, done by EkoCentric.

2) Dearest Father

Screenshots for each chapter can be found here.

3) Endless Love

Commissioned cover art by the amazingly talented Agregor. Full picture can be viewed here.

Examples of a few of Solona's drawings as well as a map for Chapter 13 can be found here.

4) In the Arms of a Crow

The inspiration for this one-shot came from its cover art, found here, done for me by olivegbg.

5) Return to Me

Once again, Agregor has brought my characters to life. Full picture of cover art can be viewed here.

6) The Lioness and the Wolf

Two artists took on the request to give Fenris some shoes (from Chapter 33):

a) http://ekocentric.deviantart.com/#/d58epjf by EkoCentric

b) http://abrupt-left-turn.tumblr.com by AndAgain

Arielle's sanctuary within her mind (from Chapter 36) can be seen here.

Anders list of topics from Danarius' book (from Chapter 40) can be seen here.


Miscellaneous Rubbish:


Favorite Pairing: I can no longer pick just one: Cullen/Amell, Anders/Amell, Anders/Hawke, Fenris/Hawke, Morrigan/Alistair, etc...

Music that Inspires: Dragon Age Soundtrack, 30 Seconds to Mars, and Manowar.

A note on Reviews: Although I won't really beg for them (too much), quietly deep down inside they keep me motivated. I'm also a stat stalker - when I see the amount of people reading my stories gets lower and lower, I become a very sad panda. So here is where I will plead, get down on one knee, and beg beg beg - please review, even if it's just a smiley face, so I know there's a reason to keep writing. With the new guest reviews you don't even have to log in!

Legal Notes: None of my stories would be possible without the awesomeness of Bioware, EA Games, David Gaider, and all those who had a hand in the characters, games, books, music, rpg, comics, or movies. I in no way claim to own the ideas, stories stemming from, graphics, or characters developed by those far greater than I. Credit goes to all of the above for content and characters as well as images. Credit for Hoarders goes to A&E.

Vote: There's a poll up top - vote for your favorite elf!


1. Dearest Father » reviews
Hawke struggles to discover herself, her strength, and her place in Kirkwall through letters she writes to her father Malcolm. A look into the story you already know but in the most intimate and private way. Many twists and insights you might not have thought of, as well as additional scenes and romance options. Screenshots for each chapter. Currently in Act 2.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 45 - Words: 73,548 - Reviews: 343 - Updated: 5-18-13 - Published: 7-26-12 - Hawke (F) & Sebastian V.
2. Three Wishes reviews
This is a one-shot based on a writing challenge: In Dragon Age, there's a cutscene where a meteor crashes, and a child is found in the crater, referencing Superman. For this challenge, you're going to take this cutscene into your own hands! Take a recognizable object from a different franchise, set it in Thedas, and have your character react accordingly.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,334 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 5-17-13 - Anders & Fenris - Complete
3. Dark Refuge reviews
A glimpse into Fenris' mind, as told by Fenris; expect brooding. One-shot.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,534 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 5-16-13 - Fenris & Hawke (F) - Complete
4. Basalit-an » reviews
The Story of Hawke and the Arishok: The Unexpected Demands of the Qun. Co-writers Wintryone & LucienGrey. Chapter 9: "It may be hard to understand, but tell me Hawke, can you honestly say there's nothing to improve in your life? Nothing to strive for? Qunari believe in striving together. We may stumble, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't try."
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Spiritual/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 38,263 - Reviews: 87 - Updated: 5-10-13 - Published: 2-15-13 - Arishok & Hawke (F)
5. Return To Me » reviews
They shared one night together in the Circle Tower. Fate reunited them in Amaranthine, and eventually destiny led them to Kirkwall. This story has been completely revised as of 4/6/13 in anticipation of DA3, and will be updated as the Dragon Age story continues. Follow it now, even though it says complete! F!Amell/Anders with a touch of Alistair.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 17 - Words: 65,007 - Reviews: 87 - Updated: 5-7-13 - Published: 3-17-12 - Amell & Anders - Complete
6. Endless Love » reviews
Setting: Post DA2. Cullen has been given the position of Knight-Commander after the templars defeated the mages. He was settling into his new title quite nicely until someone from his past walked into his office. What she asks of him will test his loyalty to the Order and force him to question everything he once stood proudly for. It will also test his heart. F!Amell/Cullen.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 50,050 - Reviews: 213 - Updated: 4-19-13 - Published: 10-13-12 - Cullen & Amell - Complete
7. Don't Go reviews
Kaidan breaks Shepard's heart.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 750 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 3-29-13 - Shepard (F) & Kaidan A. - Complete
8. Lost Defenders of Thedas » reviews
The Hero of Ferelden, the Champion of Kirkwall, and the Right Hand of the Divine have all gone missing, and it is up to their lovers to discover the truth behind their disappearances. Includes F!Hawke/Fenris, Surana/Zevran, Cassandra/Regalyan, and others.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 20 - Words: 44,216 - Reviews: 270 - Updated: 3-29-13 - Published: 8-11-12 - Alistair & Morrigan - Complete
9. Unbroken reviews
After coming so close to death, Hawke needs to feel alive. One-shot creative writing challenge.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,151 - Reviews: 17 - Published: 3-7-13 - Anders & Hawke (F) - Complete
10. First and Only reviews
DA2 End Act 2: F!Hawke and Isabela had spent the evening finally giving into their desire for each other. But when Isabela leaves Kirkwall as the Qunari attack, Hawke is left wondering what she had done wrong to deserve such betrayal. One-shot, rated M for femslash.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,610 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 2-8-13 - Isabela & Hawke (F) - Complete
11. A Time to Grieve reviews
Elissa Cousland searches for a reason to live after everyone she loves has died. One-shot set after the escape from Castle Cousland in Highever.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,175 - Reviews: 13 - Published: 1-29-13 - Cousland & Duncan - Complete
12. A Mage's Kiss reviews
A story exploring the often downplayed chemistry and unresolved sexual tension between Alistair and Morrigan. Past scene describing the dark ritual and present day scene when they are forced to meet again. Can be enjoyed as a one-shot, but if you follow Lost Defenders of Thedas then enjoy this extended M-rated scene from chapter 14. Cover art and title credit to EkoCentric!
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,182 - Reviews: 17 - Published: 12-29-12 - Alistair & Morrigan - Complete
13. Gifts Across Kirkwall reviews
A mysterious gift giver is delivering presents all around Kirkwall. Wishing you all the best during this holiday season and a wonderful and happy new year!
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,700 - Reviews: 13 - Published: 12-24-12 - Hawke (F) - Complete
14. Living Nightmare reviews
Hawke wakes to find that things aren't exactly as they should be. Hint of Hawke/Anders. Complete.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst/Mystery - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,075 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 12-7-12 - Hawke (F) & Malcolm H. - Complete
15. Break for Freedom reviews
Hawke betrays Isabela's trust and turns her over to the Arishok for stealing the Tome of Koslun. This is what happens after. One-shot, mild nudity and violence.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,854 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 11-17-12 - Arishok & Isabela - Complete
16. A Test of Strength reviews
Aveline begins to question herself and her past decisions when a desire demon offers her the chance to be reunited with her husband Wesley. These are her thoughts after the quest Night Terrors in Act 2.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,230 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 11-8-12 - Aveline V. & Wesley V. - Complete
17. The Lioness and the Wolf » reviews
Hawke and Fenris travel to Tevinter in search of Danarius, but instead they find another lyrium branded slave. In time they will discover she is much more than Danarius' latest pet. Can her and Fenris find peace with their past? And who is really responsible for the troubles in Kirkwall? A very alternate DA2 Act 3. F!Hawke/Fenris/OC/Anders. Origin/Awakening/Legacy cameos. Complete.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 50 - Words: 153,810 - Reviews: 607 - Updated: 10-27-12 - Published: 3-27-12 - Fenris & Hawke (F) - Complete
18. Porcelain Dolls reviews
She's so beautiful. The way her porcelain skin glistens in the sunlight. What wonderful shades of purple it will change under my grasp. My name is Kelder, and I am an artist. Rated M for graphic violence and death.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Horror/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,916 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 10-9-12 - Kelder & Lia - Complete
19. Torn reviews
Torn between Anders and Sebastian in those final moments of Act 3, Hawke makes the final decision that will haunt them forever.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 521 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 9-7-12 - Anders & Sebastian V. - Complete
20. Never Again reviews
Hawke decides to take her future into her own hands.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,102 - Reviews: 13 - Published: 8-26-12 - Hawke (F) & Sebastian V. - Complete
21. Madness reviews
Bartrand's mind in Act 3.
Dragon Age - Rated: K+ - English - Horror/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 140 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 8-23-12 - Bartrand T. - Complete
22. In the Arms of a Crow reviews
The King must do what is best for Ferelden, even if that means breaking the heart of his one true love. Who will be there to pick up the pieces?
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,640 - Reviews: 26 - Published: 8-17-12 - Zevran A. & Mahariel - Complete
23. Bow Envy reviews
Sebastian vs Varric. Both are in it for a common goal, yet they constantly feel the need to compete.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,400 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 8-14-12 - Sebastian V. & Varric T. - Complete
24. Confession reviews
Sebastian hears a confession from a woman who claims sins of lust for a friend. That woman is Hawke, that friend is him. One-shot only, rated M for hopefully obvious reasons.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,119 - Reviews: 24 - Published: 8-9-12 - Sebastian V. & Hawke (F) - Complete
25. Denied reviews
The inner turmoil of Merrill.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 224 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 8-9-12 - Merrill - Complete
26. The Journey » reviews
The journey of a relationship between F!Hawke and Fenris, complicated by an assassin named Zevran, and hindered by a magister named Danarius. Set immediately after DA2 Act I and twisting the rest as you know it. Origin cameos! Complete.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 22 - Words: 55,648 - Reviews: 79 - Updated: 7-29-12 - Published: 11-16-11 - Fenris & Hawke (F) - Complete
27. Edge of the Sea and Sky » reviews
The contract that began their friendship. Isabela and Zevran; two rogues collide. Short story. Complete. Rated M for the final chapter.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 5 - Words: 7,158 - Reviews: 35 - Updated: 7-26-12 - Published: 7-8-12 - Zevran A. & Isabela - Complete
28. Into the West reviews
The end of the line for all Wardens; the Calling. Warning: major character death.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,041 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 7-22-12 - Alistair - Complete
29. Dark Ritual reviews
Morrigan and Alistair: their private thoughts in the moment before the dark ritual is performed.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 729 - Reviews: 23 - Published: 7-16-12 - Morrigan & Alistair - Complete
30. A New Path reviews
The repercussions of Merrill's final quest in Act 3. How Hawke handles more blood on his hands, how Fenris supports him in his decision, and what happens to Merrill as a result of her actions. Rated M for brief m/m.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,959 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 7-4-12 - Fenris & Hawke (M) - Complete
31. A Seekers Love reviews
The night before Cassandra heads to Kirkwall to interrogate Varric. What drives a Seeker to search for the truth? Cassandra/Galyan. *SPOILER ALERT*: Dawn of the Seeker.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,111 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 6-30-12 - Cassandra P. & Regalyan D. - Complete
32. Alone reviews
Hawke's struggle of feeling alone when surrounded by her friends.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 878 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 6-21-12 - Hawke (F) - Complete
33. The Order Dictates reviews
Cullen's internal struggle.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 300 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 6-21-12 - Cullen & Amell - Complete
34. The Journey Revisited: Holding Caves reviews
Whatever will two elves do while trapped within the holding caves? Fenris dares to ask Zevran about his powers of seduction. One-shot. Complete.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,129 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 5-25-12 - Fenris & Zevran A. - Complete
35. The Last Mission reviews
Zevran tells the Warden of his last mission as a Crow.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 898 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 5-12-12 - Zevran A. & Rinna - Complete
36. The Journey Aftermath: Zevran reviews
While this little snippet can be read on it's own, it's more of a one shot epilogue of sorts to my story The Journey; Zevran struggles with the knowledge that Hawke loves Fenris and not him.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 492 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 4-27-12 - Zevran A. & Hawke (F) - Complete
37. Hoarders comes to Kirkwall reviews
Crossover: Hoarders Matt Paxton and Dr Robin Zasio come to visit Hawke in her estate. Just for fun.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 1 - Words: 740 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 4-22-12 - Complete
38. The Vow reviews
Why Ser Alrik is the way he is.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Drama/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 344 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 4-6-12 - S. Alrik - Complete
39. Sacrifice reviews
Dragon Age Origins endgame.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 260 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 3-31-12 - Alistair - Complete
40. Codex entry: Letter to Alistair reviews
Found attached to the back of Duncan's Shield in the Grey Warden Vault in Denerim.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 350 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 3-25-12 - Duncan & Alistair - Complete
41. I Need reviews
Fenris yearns for Hawke.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 285 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 2-19-12 - Fenris & Hawke (F) - Complete
42. I Want reviews
Hawke yearns for Fenris.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 188 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 2-11-12 - Fenris & Hawke (F) - Complete