~It's ironic how the worst situations can bring out the best in a character. -DC~

Last profile update on 11/8/09: Added note about big words (directly below). Other recent stuff: Sonic Adventure 3: Survivor's Resolve. Coming 2010. See 'New Story Information' for details. Updated 'About My Writing' section. Older news: an update schedule for The Dark Side of the Moon is posted below. Add me to your author alert to get a notice when it's updated.

A brief author's note: Stop telling me that Sonic's usage of big words in my stories is out of character. He says OVERZEALOUS in Sonic Rush and ASPIRATIONS in Sonic and the Secret Rings. Go read those scripts and THEN message me if you still think my interpretation of Sonic is out of character for being more verbally inclined than you. ~_0

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The Dark Side of the Moon Youtube music video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4EXSjoS4ew

An essay about why Modern-Sonic is just as good as Classic-Sonic (not mine): http://darkqiviut.de. ..Sonic-109895909

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CONTENTS

Update Information/New story information
General Stuff
About My Writing
Stories in Progress
Favorites on FFN

UPDATE INFORMATION/NEW STORY INFORMATION

Next chapter update(s):

Note: please disregard this schedule until further notice. Writer's block caused a delay that threw it off, so I'll have to redo the dates at some point. Thanks!

You'll notice that some of the chapter titles for this one are references to Sonic Adventure 2's theme, Live and Learn. You'll understand why by the end...

The Dark Side of the Moon
Ch 1: Conversation With the Atmosphere - 6/10/09 (UP)
Ch 2: Black and Blue - 6/26/09 (UP early)
Ch 3: The Murderer - 7/9/09 (UP early)
Ch 4: Looking Back; Moving Forward - 7/24/09 (UP)
Ch 5: Back for More - 8/8/09 (UP late)
Ch 6: The Edge of Tomorrow - 8/23/09 (UP)
Ch 7: Rebound - 9/11/09 (UP)
Ch 8: Bad Guy - 9/24/09 (UP late)
Ch 9: The Works of Yesterday -
Ch 10: Trial and Error -
Ch 11: (Spoiler title) -
Ch 12: Unnatural -
Ch 13: (Spoiler title) -
Ch 14: Run the Risk -
Ch 15: Merciless Truth -
Ch 16: Pushing the Limit -
Ch 17: (Spoiler title) -
Ch 18: (Spoiler title -
Ch 19: (Spoiler title) -
Ch 20: (Spoiler title) -

(All dates are approximate and subject to change, but I try to avoid doing that.)

Next story to be uploaded:

Sonic Adventure 3: Survivor's Resolve. After I complete my series, I will be focusing on this project. This story is independent of my series, and none of the conditions that applied to my series apply to this. Sonic Adventures 1 and 2 still happened, along with the rest of the Sonic timeline. So... why SA3? Because of how much it already has in common with the Adventure series. For one, a new character will be introduced in it (in SA1, Big, Chaos and Tikal were introduced; in SA2, Shadow and Rouge). Also, it takes place after SA2. And, it just has a Sonic-Adventurey sort of feel to it.

Working summary for SA3:

In the face of horrendous pain, are you the one begging to die, or are you the one fighting to live?

When Tails and Amy realize Sonic has been absent for far too long - even for Sonic - they seek help from an old friend: Knuckles. They are informed by a certain member of the Chaotix, though, that something is not right with the Master Emerald Guardian... and this something could result in national devastation.

GENERAL STUFF

Gender: female.

Likes: Sonic, writing fiction, reading fiction, music, video games, bowling, traveling, experiencing something new, summer.

Dislikes: algebra, artichokes, bugs, control freaks, nosiness, cowardice, overly-critical people, when someone says something they don't even understand, winter.

Favorite video game: Sonic and the Black Knight FTW! Great story, great grasp of character, wicked plot twist. Sonic is so undeniably in-character in this game, and if you've played it to the end, then you know what I'm talking about. The plot twist - which I'm not going to spoil - was totally unexpected, and just made me shiver with excitement. The story itself had many shining moments, like the scene where Sonic stops to help a kid find her parents. Caliburn is appalled at this, because their time is limited and they're supposed to be looking for the sacred swords. Sonic just says, "I play by my own rules. Remember that." Gotta love it.

And while the necessary missions WERE easy (ridiculously so), the extra missions are challenging and really make you put that sword to work. Once you know how to use it, it's a real blast slicing through enemies without slowing down. I'd go as far as to say addicting. You unlock a lot of sweet shit by clearing and mastering certain missions, as well; the voice test section and the art gallery are both great additions. A fantastic game, hands down - don't listen to critics, they bash Sonic games just for the sake of bashing them nowadays.

Favorite book: Long Lost by Harlan Coben.

Favorite song: Live Life, the ending theme of Sonic and the Black Knight, by Crush 40. It's a wonderful song. It portrays a good lesson without sounding (too) cliche. The only song I can listen to every day and not get tired of.

Favorite movie: Taken.

Favorite musical artists: Montgomery Gentry, Crush 40, Linkin Park, Evanescence.

ABOUT MY WRITING

All my stories follow the SEGA-Sonic plot in one way or another. Likewise, I base the characters' personalities on SEGA's version, except I try to develop them a little more.

The Undestined Future series:

Capture the Fox
A New Hero Rises
Beyond the Chaos
Faster Than You Think
The Dark Side of the Moon

In a nutshell, Undestined Future is a half-alternate-universe series. Everything from the first Sonic game up until Sonic 3 and Knuckles (or around there) happened. But Sonic Adventure and all plotlines henceforth never happened. Instead, my series picks up about two years after Sonic 3 and Knuckles and thus an alternate future is created for Sonic and the gang... hence the name 'Undestined Future.' Making it an alternate future means I can do whatever I want with the characters and it doesn't have to make sense with any of the 3D games! I can introduce Shadow, Rouge, etc. however I want! And levels from the games, as well! And if I want to kill of a character, I can. XD

All stories in this series fall under the action/adventure genre, because that's what I'm best at and that's what I enjoy. The second genre depends on the story, but all five stories in the series have elements of friendship or hurt/comfort, even though the genre may not say so.

You'll also find depth in the Sonic characters; real personality, emotions, fears, joy, pain. Those of you who have read my work know that I also push the characters to their limits, physically and emotionally. It's ironic how the worst situations can bring out the best in a character. And... well, it's difficult to explain, and kind of personal in a sense that only an author can understand... but the characters really do write themselves the majority of the time. Once you've been writing long enough and once you know your characters well enough, it feels like you're a part of their story and they're just telling you what to write next.

That's the best way I can explain it. Anyway...

For those of you who haven't yet read my series, know that you don't necessarily need to read it from the beginning to understand it. It might be helpful in a few spots, but for the most part it isn't necessary. In fact, I almost prefer that you don't start from the beginning - my typing skills in Capture the Fox were, uh, unsatisfactory. I plan to rework that (along with certain parts of A New Hero Rises and Beyond the Chaos) in the next few months, by the way.

What's my favorite story in my series? I have to say Faster Than You Think. It's probably my best work yet, and everything came out better than I ever expected it to. Never thought I'd have as much fun with it as I did, and get so impassioned in it. Its reception was fantastic, too, in my opinion; far superior to my other stories.

Beyond the Chaos also deserves a mention here. I think I did well with that one - for the most part - and I love pretty much everything about it. That story MADE the series, in fact. I came up with the idea for Chapter 19 and then basically formed the first three stories around it. Highly recommended by its author.

Other stories

I'm a Hedgehog

Ah, one of the most perfect scenes in all of Sonic history and an excellent display of Sonic's character: the ending of Sonic and the Secret Rings. I liked it so much that I typed up an adaptation. From Sonic being a cocky bastard and hopping on Erazor's throne, using the lamp to bend the malevolent genie to his will, to the way he comforted Shahra at the end... it was right on.

Hold On Tight

Based on the ending of Sonic and the Black Knight, this is by far my favorite oneshot out of the five I have typed. My main purpose for doing the adaptation was capturing Sonic's character, because I thought he was just great in Black Knight - particularly during the scene Merlina is brutally attacking him and he refuses to quit. He fights for what he believes in and never submits to anyone, even when it makes him look like the 'bad guy' (as he jokingly refers to himself in the game). But hey, according to his theme song, it doesn't matter to him who's wrong and who's right, anyway. ;)

The Wounds Beneath the Bandage

This one is... different, to say the least. To be honest, it wasn't written as much about Sonic and Amy as it was about a situation I have been in, so if they seem out of character, that's why. This one-chapter story, full of analogies and struggles, came more from the heart than the mind (excuse my sounding cliche). I wasn't going to post it at first, as I only really typed it to vent, but I figured people might appreciate it or get something out of it. Just a fair warning, though, hardcore SonAmy fans: tread carefully if you decide to read it.

Concealed Scars

Following Wounds, this story is also about Sonic and Amy... but this time, you get Amy's perspective on their relationship. Similar to Wounds, I typed this when I was in a sad mood.

A Force of Nature

A more relaxed and easygoing piece, it's probably some of my best work, despite its shortness. It delves a little deeper into Sonic's outlook on life, and says quite a lot in its humble 1000 or so words. Typed in honor of Sonic's 18th birthday.

STORIES IN PROGRESS

Note: These are projects I am working on right now. Some are in the process of being posted on the site, some are still sitting there in Microsoft Word.

The Dark Side of the Moon. Part V of the Undestined Future series. Summary: After Tails's death three months ago, Sonic finds himself in a constant struggle against not only Eggman's increasingly stronger forces, but against his own emotional turmoil. When a mysterious black hedgehog with an incredible ability gets trapped in the Empire with him, though, he realizes he may not have to fight either battle alone.

Sonic Adventure 3. Title subject to change. Info under 'Update Information' at the top of the page. To be uploaded in 2010, sometime after The Dark Side of the Moon is finished.

Sonic X: The Eighth Chaos Emerald. On hiatus. I have a good portion of it done, but with the rest of my series to type AND Sonic Adventure 3 to get started on, this one is no longer a huge priority. If you really wanted to read it, go ahead and PM me. If enough people speak out, maybe I'll post what I've finished.

FAVORITES ON FFN

Rising Star by JudasFm. As you can tell from my profile and my stories, I love seeing Sonic and Tails work together. I just love their friendship all together. This is a story based off of Sonic 2, when Sonic and Tails first met. It’s truly a great story with great character development (Tails is so cute), great description of the levels, great emotion, and great action. Overall, a wonderful read. Also, the sequel has been put up, entitled Master of the Emeralds, which is based off Sonic 3 and Knuckles.

Silver Fox by Asher Tye. Set in the SatAM universe, this is a rather interesting fic that somehow gave me a loose idea of my story for Capture the Fox (the only way the stories are actually similar is that Tails goes bad, though). This story has a lot of action and a great storyline. The first Sonic fanfiction I ever read, and by far one of the best.

Only Yesterday by Adril the Traveller. This is an amazing story. When Sonic is lost in a coma for what seems like a lifetime, what will it be like when he awakens again? As it turns out, his world is plunged into chaos. Since Sonic has been out of it for so long, Tails and the others are not so sure they can trust him to make the right decisions... but the young fox doesn't give up. Can Sonic beat the odds like he always has? An original and thrilling story by Adril the Traveller - definitely give this one a look! It's long, but give it a chance.

Life Could Have Been So Different by Taranea. By far one of the most in-character Sonic stories out there, and also one of the most touching. Sonic has just lost his best friend. In an effort to make things better again, Shadow tells the story of his life before the ARK incident, and how he dedicated himself to saving Maria. Shadow fans, this is for you. It's funny and touching, and WAY better than my summary is making it sound. No, it's not often that Shadow sits down and tells a story, but he is actually VERY in-character here.

Mutant Body, Mobian Heart by The Mysterious Traveller. One of the best stories I have ever read, including ones by published authors. This seems to be a story for the more mature and intelligent Sonic audiences, as the writing style is VERY detailed and descriptive. In this SatAM based story, Tails discovers the truth behind his existence... and realizes that he's been lied to his entire life. Very deep, emotional, and angsty, and there is also a good amount of action as well. I highly recommend this and I can't understand how anyone couldn't like this one. I find it to be incredible.

There are many other stories that I thoroughly enjoyed, by these writers and by others. Most are on my favorites list, so check it out.

Please contact me and tell me what you think of my story ideas, give me suggestions, or just chit-chat about the latest Sonic game. Also, I am beta-reading, so if you want me to read your story, my email is darktails715@sbcglobal.net.

Thank you for reading!