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Author has written 30 stories for Sonic the Hedgehog, Donkey Kong Country, Finding Nemo, Looney Tunes, Naruto, Chicken Little, Haruhi Suzumiya series, Lucky Star, Hayate the Combat Butler, Misc. Anime/Manga, Touhou Project, Toaru Majutsu no Index/とある魔術の禁書目録, Higurashi/Umineko series, Angel Beats!/エンジェルビーツ, Puella Magi Madoka Magica/魔法少女まどか★マギカ, and Girls und Panzer/ガールズ&パンツァー. Age: Early twenties Sex: Male Occupation: College student (Ethnolinguistics) Country: Poland Fandoms: Mostly anime, manga and other sources from the country of the rising sun (Touhou, visual novels). I have a deep liking for the animation industry in general. A good book is a good book, too, although those rarely gather a large enough following to make a splash in the fanfiction world (Potter excluded). Comments: Very much welcome. This includes criticism, as harsh as it has to be. When I review other people's stories, I often try to list one thing that I liked the most and one that could use the most work. Also, there have been times when readers' ideas became a source of inspiration for me, so don't be afraid to share more general thoughts. Requests: Welcome. But watch out, your idea may end up frighteningly deformed. You have been warned : ). Have fun reading! ~ Cytrus Poll results: Poll 1: Do you support novel-only characters appearing in Suzumiya Haruhi fics? 1 I support them (they are an important part of canon) 12 » 80/100 2 I'm neutral 3 » 20/100 3 I'm against them (not everybody knows them) 0 » 0/100 Unique Voters: 15 Comment: When a poll has this kind of one-sided result, one usually looks for a source of bias. This is an easy case - people coming here most likely read one of my SHnY fics. Since all of them make use of the novels, most of the people who got through them have knowledge about novel characters anyway, making the question redundant. The fact remains that nobody oposes a practice which may alienate a part of the readership. Then again, a personal question warrants a personal answer, so no surprise there. Poll 2: Fanfiction of what length will you read? 1 Length is not a factor for me when choosing what to read 3 » 75/100 2 1500-5000 words 1 » 25/100 3 Up to 200 words 0 » 0 4 200-1500 words 0 » 0 5 5000-15000 words 0 » 0 6 15000-50000 words 0 » 0 7 50000 words and more 0 » 0 Unique Voters: 4 Comment: Not only is this a very general poll, the FF net shuffling system also makes it rather unfriendly. Both are probably reasons for the low turnout. As for the results - most voters claimed not to take into account length when deciding what to read. Does that also hold true when picking up a real book? Is it easy to read novel-length books on a PC screen? Do we all have the computer time needed to read longer works? Can very short fanfiction leave a proper impression on the reader? Those are some of the questions that came to mind when I saw the result. One thing is sure - voters think there are more important factors than length when choosing what to read. Poll 3:For you, what is the most important factor when deciding what to read? 1 Pairing(s) 25 » 22/100 2 Summary 22 » 20/100 3 Finished Story/Regular Updates 15 » 13/100 4 Length 13 » 11/100 5 Spotlight Character(s) 11 » 10/100 6 Genre 8 » 7/100 7 Formatting 8 » 7/100 8 Author 4 » 3/100 9 Rating 3 » 2/100 Unique Voters: 42 Comment: This was a very long-standing poll. Top two places go to pairings and summary, which means the summaries do what they're supposed to. Pairings, on the other hand, are something so deeply ingrained in fanfiction tradition that readers might expect those to be listed outright, apparently even if romance is not the main focus of a story (the genre). It's worth noting here that about sixty per cent of the stories on this site belong in the romance category. The third spot shows that we do not like to have our time and emotional investment wasted on stories that die somewhere in the middle of things, which is quite understandable. Also noteworthy is the low position of the author on the list, completely at odds with how it looks in published fiction. The poor result doesn't agree with the popularity of the author alert function on the site, though. Fics pending: (Due to the number of ongoing projects at the moment, I have a temporary poll to see what you want me to give top priority to. You can go see it above.) Scarlet Septette: Wings Enough for the Two of Us (planned) / Touhou - The second part of Scarlet Septette, detailing the beginning of the partnership which would one day change the life of Remilia Scarlet, but had first to help two people to rise from shadows of their past. Wavecleaver (first half ready and edited, second planned) / Touhou - When the greatest cherry blossom was near full bloom, Youmu failed her mistress. Her duty does not end. Her loyalty does not end. And yet, how hard will it be to raise her swords once more and cut through the confusion within her heart? (hiatus) | |||||
1. Blasting Through reviews[Yukari x Miho] Before, Yukari was afraid, really afraid that she would back down after getting this far. But now the momentum of the instant carried her forward, stripping away unnecessary thoughts.Girls und Panzer/ガールズ&パンツァー - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,139 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 12-7-12 - Complete2. Mami reviews"This is sick," Homura finally comments, dry tone not matching her words. Part 2 of 'Madoka' seriesPuella Magi Madoka Magica/魔法少女まどか★マギカ - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 975 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 3-27-11 - Mami T. & Homura A. - Complete3. Madoka reviewsKyuubey basked in the light and wondered if this was really all right.Puella Magi Madoka Magica/魔法少女まどか★マギカ - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 409 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 3-23-11 - Madoka K. & Kyubey - Complete4. Crest of Your Aegis » reviewsIf Hinagiku feared reaching the top of the world, it was because it would mean being alone. She didn't care about the pits of hell awaiting her on the way. "Use me, then, use me as you please."Hayate the Combat Butler - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Tragedy - Chapters: 10 - Words: 40,393 - Reviews: 43 - Updated: 3-4-11 - Published: 7-30-09 - Hinagiku5. Golden Plumage reviewsReviewing body anatomy or secretly observing his angel? Not that tough of a choice, really.Angel Beats!/エンジェルビーツ - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 404 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 7-8-10 - Angel/Kanade T. & Y. Otonashi6. Flowers of Gensoukyou » reviewsIn every maiden's heart, a flower lies ready to bloom. Collection of short storiesTouhou Project - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,798 - Reviews: 6 - Updated: 3-20-10 - Published: 2-1-107. Deaccelerate the Storm reviewsMisaka and Kuroko are in it together to the very end. With the way they go about doing things, a gruesome one is bound to come. Misaka&Kuroko centricToaru Majutsu no Index/とある魔術の禁書目録 - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 818 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 10-22-09 - Mikoto M. & Kuroko S.8. This Void for You to Fill reviewsOne didn't believe in the miracle she could achieve. One didn't know what result she was to absolutely protect. But they were two, and that was their salvation. BernxLambda, Spoilers for Higurashi, Spoiler-free for UminekoHigurashi/Umineko series - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 816 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 10-6-09 - Bernkastel & Lambdadelta9. Twisted Equilibrium reviewsTwo witches at the end of a world. If this is where everything falls apart, can something new also be born? BernxLambda. Spoiler-free.Higurashi/Umineko series - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,166 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 9-26-09 - Bernkastel & Lambdadelta - Complete10. Sonic Drabbles » reviewsRandom Sonic drabbles, 100 word pieces. Any and all topics. Drabble 20: Without demand, there is no supply.Sonic the Hedgehog - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 20 - Words: 1,988 - Reviews: 101 - Updated: 8-4-09 - Published: 4-30-06 - Tails & Sir Lancelot11. Last of Dams » reviewsAnd in a final effort not to be forgotten, I record these words. The greatest journey of my life. My rise and my fall...Donkey Kong Country - Rated: T - English - Adventure - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,910 - Reviews: 6 - Updated: 8-4-09 - Published: 4-22-05 - Complete12. Wings of Eventuality reviewsKuroko busies herself with abusing her authority. It's not like she can sleep at night properly, anyway. Kuroko has to busy herself with abusing her authority. If she doesn't, who else will? Kuroko&MisakaToaru Majutsu no Index/とある魔術の禁書目録 - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,532 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 2-12-09 - Complete13. Scarlet Septette: Bloodstained Quill » reviewsThe scarlet mist was a whim. Traveling to the moon was a whim. But there was a time when she could afford no whims, and had no one by her side to support her. A story of many beginnings. Remilia & Patchouli centric.Touhou Project - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,057 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 12-12-08 - Patchouli K. & Remilia S. - Complete14. Ten Hundred Thousand Suns Rising to Hail You » reviewsSuzumiya Haruhi was God. But when that became the last hope, the only thing this world could rely on...Haruhi Suzumiya series - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Adventure - Chapters: 9 - Words: 38,560 - Reviews: 47 - Updated: 12-11-08 - Published: 3-22-08 - Haruhi S. & Tsuruya - Complete15. Drizzle Today, Sprinkle TomorrowCollection of haiku for archive purposes.Misc. Anime/Manga - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 298 - Published: 12-9-08 - Complete16. Be Cleft Thy Shadow reviewsShe had looked divine – a tiny angel cloaked with an overbearing aura of fiery gold. How she changed now he could only dare imagine without risking having his eyes burned out.Hayate the Combat Butler - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,516 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 8-17-08 - Nagi & Ayumu - Complete17. Piko Piko Trouble » reviewsTails should be trying to prevent his friends from killing each other... but he has his hands equally full. Set during Sonic Heroes. Light crails, sonamy, knuxrouge.Sonic the Hedgehog - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 15,303 - Reviews: 45 - Updated: 8-4-08 - Published: 5-1-06 - Tails & Cream/Cheese - Complete18. Is not, Would not reviewsAyasaki Hayate. Nishizawa Ayumu. Sanzenin mansion. drabbleHayate the Combat Butler - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 274 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 3-17-08 - Ayumu & Hayate - Complete19. Elusive Dominion reviewsThe ambition was: Infinity. The means towards it was: Haruhi Suzumiya. The only thing they lacked was a maestro to bring all the pieces into their hands... That is, until this day.Haruhi Suzumiya series - Rated: T - English - Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,228 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 12-21-07 - Complete20. Steps of Trepidation » reviewsThey ended up in the same class. Konata said it was a miracle. And it might have been one. YutakaxMinami Three parter.Lucky Star - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 1,887 - Reviews: 16 - Updated: 8-9-07 - Published: 8-1-07 - Yutaka K. & Minami I. - Complete21. Architecture reviewsBefore Kyon even became aware of its existence, the Macrospatial Quantum Cosmic Existence had already made the first move. The game has begun. Tsuruya centric. Takes place during Snow Mountain Syndrome.Haruhi Suzumiya series - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,102 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 5-3-07 - Tsuruya - Complete22. Gray Duckling reviewsYou can't replicate a magical moment... but she didn't have to.Chicken Little - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 156 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 5-29-06 - Complete23. Solvation reviewsThere were hundreds of differences, and two things that united them: loss and the merciless rain. Set at the end of Sonic Heroes, Tails and Metal centric.Sonic the Hedgehog - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 996 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 4-23-06 - Tails & Metal Sonic - Complete24. Seedlings reviewsTails wanders in the life he created for himself. Takes place after Sonic X slight hints for numerous pairings.Sonic the Hedgehog - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,338 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 4-18-06 - Tails & Cosmo - Complete25. Like Water reviewsYears after all is said and done, two people meet and form a surprising bond reaching beyond the mistakes of the past...Naruto - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,742 - Reviews: 30 - Published: 10-4-05 - Kisame H. & Hinata H. - Complete26. Equation Godspeed reviewsForty seven seconds of existence. For the lives of two heroes, enough to change everything...Looney Tunes - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,267 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 5-10-05 - Complete27. No Need to Wonder reviewsDeb's Flo related problems & more in the typical Cytrus in depth fashion. Hope you enjoy!Finding Nemo - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,910 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 4-13-04 - Complete28. Sealed Away reviewsStrict DK fans keep away, I warned you. A harmless talk may have disastrous consecuences as DK's hidden lies finally get out...Donkey Kong Country - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,308 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 2-19-04 - Complete29. Duel Amongst the Thorns reviewsA different view on Screech's Sprint. A very different view.Donkey Kong Country - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,127 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 1-26-04 - Complete30. To Believe reviewsA lone guardian seeks answers within the depths of his mind... will he find them? Sorta weird.Sonic the Hedgehog - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 812 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 1-5-04 - Knuckles & Dr. Robotnik/Dr. Eggman - Complete
