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since: 01-09-04, id: 518129
country: USA
Author has written 74 stories for Final Fantasy X-2, and Final Fantasy XII.
I am a portrait painter and I write because existing without creating is not an option. It's difficult to schlepp around a studio easel so I discovered a note pad works much better and I can transcribe my words when I get back to my keyboard. Writing is not as easy for me as painting; I polish and re-write compulsively but it is a particular joy when all the words fit properly like a very large jigsaw puzzle.

I have been posting here for nearly a year and seem to have evolved over that time into what I call a 'super specialist' in that I write only Nooj-centric stories. It is my nature to explore a limited field in as much depth as I can which is, I suppose, why this concentration. The stories have also gotten darker, the the point where they are approaching the limits of postability on this site. I have not the slightest idea where all this will end up. What I do know is that I have not nearly finished with my turning over of rocks and delving into dark corners. I shall continue to explore this single character until I am satisfied that I have completed my mapping of the man. Main characters in stories and games mostly bore me. They are too obvious in every way.

So I shall not change my theme or my purpose. However, I shall persist in doing reviews of the stories which catch my eye. If I think you write well, I shall say so. If I do not like your efforts, I will say that as well. Fair warning: I do not make exceptions for youth or other special pleadings. I ask none for myself and do not offer such to others.

All of the fiction posted to this site is published under the following conditions:
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 License.
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1. Vayne Thoughts » reviews
The first thing Drace noticed when she was shown into the room was how dim the light was.
Final Fantasy XII - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,392 - Reviews: 9 - Updated: 11-11-08 - Published: 8-4-08 - Vayne & Drace - Complete
2. Beyond Laughter reviews
Paine was the only one who had heard him laugh for such a long time that others had almost forgotten what it sounded like.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 832 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 8-28-08 - Nooj & Paine - Complete
3. Survived By reviews
Memories are immortality.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,598 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 8-21-08 - Paine & Yuna - Complete
4. Sand Stone reviews
AU, A strange discovery prompts some decisions amongst the Al Bhed
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,523 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 8-12-08 - Gippal - Complete
5. Choices reviews
A little bit AU. After the defeat of Vegnagun, things seem different to at least two of those who were in on the ending. Paine/Nooj
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,373 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 7-18-08 - Paine & Nooj - Complete
6. Exits reviews
AU These are the first two of my Transition series. They are variations on the same theme and involve a much older Nooj than the one seen in the game.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,595 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 7-15-08 - Nooj - Complete
7. Sand, Sand, Everywhere reviews
AU Very short. A bit of diversion in the desert.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 468 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 7-9-08 - Paine & Nooj - Complete
8. Path's End reviews
AU This is the backstory of Dajorn, an original character introduced in "Shades of Scarlet"
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,111 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 7-2-08 - Complete
9. Shades of Scarlet reviews
AU An exploration into why Nooj does some of the things he does and how the pattern became fixed.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,532 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 6-29-08 - Nooj - Complete
10. Pentateuch » reviews
Bonus chapter, this time from a different POV. Still AU.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 12,008 - Reviews: 16 - Updated: 6-24-08 - Published: 1-16-08 - Paine & Nooj - Complete
11. Eyebrow reviews
This is a ficlet. It deals with no important issues and is just a tiny vignette showing two people comfortable with themselves and one another.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 249 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 6-23-08 - Paine & Nooj - Complete
12. Protective Coloration reviews
This is number Eleven in the Variations series, continuing the conversation after the Comsphere stopped transmitting.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 661 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 6-14-08 - Gippal & Nooj - Complete
13. Tea and Empathy » reviews
AU Unadulterated froth. Nothing of any seriousness or substance. A plethora of happy endings. Bah!
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,015 - Reviews: 11 - Updated: 6-8-08 - Published: 5-26-08 - Baralai & Nooj - Complete
14. The Ghost Within reviews
AU and non-canonical. Baralai and Nooj meet and discuss a matter of mutual interest
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,475 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 6-2-08 - Baralai & Nooj - Complete
15. The House of Paine reviews
AU Paine searches for her own answer to an obvious question.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 505 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 5-29-08 - Paine & Nooj - Complete
16. Faces in the Fog reviews
AU This is not a frothy love story. It contains explicit violence. You are cautioned.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 966 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 5-28-08 - Nooj - Complete
17. What Dreams May Come reviews
AU, non-canonical Into the darkness alone
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,395 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 5-22-08 - Nooj & Paine - Complete
18. Un bel di reviews
AU, non-canonical Nooj waits for the morning
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,145 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 5-17-08 - Nooj - Complete
19. Fresh Start reviews
Nooj explains to a friend why he is trying out for the Crimson Squad
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,316 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 3-31-08 - Nooj - Complete
20. Prism reviews
Words do not mean the same to everyone.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 424 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 3-21-08 - Gippal & Baralai - Complete
21. The Eyepatch Stories » reviews
This is a collaboration between The RyRy and me. Even spiders get caught in their webs sometimes. Heh! In Chapter Four, the plot thickens like overcooked oatmeal.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,778 - Reviews: 14 - Updated: 3-7-08 - Published: 1-27-08 - Gippal & Nooj
22. Legacy reviews
AU Painecentric. Choose your own path.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,418 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 1-3-08 - Paine & Nooj - Complete
23. The Change reviews
Very AU. Also very short. I read a news story the other day and it engendered this plot bunny.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,496 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 12-14-07 - Baralai & Gippal - Complete
24. The Grand Inquisitor reviews
AU, Variation 10 in the continuing series of possible resolutions of the episode when the FarPlane commsphere stopped transmitting.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,283 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 11-29-07 - Leblanc & Nooj - Complete
25. In Pursuit of Happiness » reviews
Chapter TenA Not With A Bang But With A Whimper Finally the ending of this overly long and, I fear, tedious work. The loose ends are tied into a firm knot.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 13 - Words: 44,828 - Reviews: 15 - Updated: 11-18-07 - Published: 7-6-07 - Leblanc & Nooj
26. Battle Boy reviews
This is completely AU and contains some material which may prove offensive to some readers. It is intended for adult consumption only. The story deals with Clasko and his former occupation.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,178 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 10-25-07 - Nooj - Complete
27. What About LeBlanc? reviews
This is the ninth in a series of Variations dealing with the unfinished conversation heard over the Commsphere. In this one, the theme itself varie a bit. Two lovers try to understand one another.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 919 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 10-24-07 - Nooj & Paine - Complete
28. Shall We Dance? reviews
Another crackfic. This time it is Paine who is in an awkward situation. Thoroughly AU.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 849 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 10-17-07 - Paine - Complete
29. Death and Un reviews
I am told this is crackfic. I know it is AU. Nooj has a strange encounter.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 778 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 10-16-07 - Nooj - Complete
30. No Relation reviews
Is blood kinship the only bond which is important?
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,112 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 9-24-07 - Nooj - Complete
31. Beard for a Smooth Chin reviews
This is the eighth in an occasional series of Variations on what might have happened after the Commsphere on the FarPlane stopped working. It is not intended to be taken seriously so please do not upset yourselves.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 751 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 8-24-07 - Nooj & Gippal - Complete
32. Plus le Meme Chose reviews
This is thoroughly AU, being the Seventh in the Commsphere Variations. Gippal and Nooj speculate about certain things.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 611 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 8-11-07 - Gippal & Nooj - Complete
33. What's in a Fling? reviews
The sixth Commsphere Variation. What does what mean?
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 638 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 8-9-07 - Gippal & Nooj - Complete
34. Many Forms reviews
This is a oneshot response to a random pairing proposed by another writer.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 731 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 7-11-07 - Nooj - Complete
35. Mine Enemy reviews
What happens when a Deathseeker misses his chance?
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,050 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 6-19-07 - Nooj & Shuyin - Complete
36. The Whole Truth reviews
This is the fifth in a series of Variations exploring what might have happened after the Commsphere on the FarPlane stopped working.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 422 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 6-15-07 - Nooj & Gippal - Complete
37. What? reviews
The fourth variation on the commsphere failure theme. This is AU and very short.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 560 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 5-29-07 - Gippal & Nooj - Complete
38. Power reviews
This is the third of a series of short stories completing the interrupted commsphere conversation between Nooj and Gippal. It is AU.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,013 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 5-27-07 - Nooj & Gippal - Complete
39. Stag Nation reviews
AU: another possibility as to what happened after the Commsphere failed
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 405 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 4-6-07 - Nooj & Gippal - Complete
40. The Dynast » reviews
AU Chapter Seven This is the final chapter of this novella. Explanations are made and the story is concluded.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,712 - Reviews: 21 - Updated: 3-22-07 - Published: 1-29-07 - Nooj & Paine - Complete
41. Definitions reviews
An AU snippet. Featuring Nooj and the other male characters.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 539 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 3-19-07 - Nooj - Complete
42. Is That Your Final Answer? reviews
What the Commsphere did not transmit.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 659 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 3-12-07 - Gippal & Nooj - Complete
43. By Chance »
Totally AU. This is Chapter Two and is intended to be the final chapter. It has two endings because I could not settle on which one I preferred so readers get a bonus of sorts.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,999 - Updated: 1-24-07 - Published: 1-8-07
44. Tantalus reviews
What does the Afterlife look like?
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,138 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 12-28-06 - Nooj & Paine - Complete
45. The End? » reviews
The second and unintended chapter is in response to a request from jgoddessangel. This is for you, kid.Nooj deals with it.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,216 - Reviews: 6 - Updated: 11-29-06 - Published: 10-20-06 - Leblanc & Nooj - Complete
46. Little Lamb, Who Made Thee » reviews
This is the final chapter of this story. Please remember it is AU. There will be no future updates
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 11 - Words: 17,345 - Reviews: 49 - Updated: 10-3-06 - Published: 6-25-06 - Leblanc & Nooj
47. As Flies to Wanton Boys » reviews
This carries the character Nooj into his career in the Crusaders. Chapter Sixteen is the final chapter in this effort and brings the history of Nooj to the point at which The Confessional begins.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 16 - Words: 54,776 - Reviews: 59 - Updated: 2-9-06 - Published: 10-28-05 - Nooj
48. The Exit » reviews
The second year at Training Camp has ended and Nooj is preparing for his final year before he joins the Crusaders. This is the fourth and final part of this story. It is also the last of the stories telling of the youth of the boy who would become Nooj
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,375 - Reviews: 18 - Updated: 10-16-05 - Published: 9-30-05 - Nooj
49. The Lab Rat » reviews
The sequel to An End to Innocence. Nooj is fifteen and a cadet in training for the Spiran Army. Kaith and Nepetu are also in this story. The conclusion of this story.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,800 - Reviews: 9 - Updated: 9-24-05 - Published: 9-19-05 - Nooj
50. An End to Innocence » reviews
This is a sequel to Interim Report and begins Nooj's second year as a cadet. He is now fifteen years old. Everything must have a beginning. This is the final chapter.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,981 - Reviews: 8 - Updated: 9-11-05 - Published: 9-10-05 - Nooj
51. Agon and Eos reviews
This is a sort of Epilogue to The Confessional. It deals with Nooj and his situation a bit over a year after the end of Sin.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,013 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 9-7-05 - Nooj
52. The Confessional » reviews
In his own words, Nooj records his meeting with the other three and his impressions at that time. This is the conclusion of this part of the story.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 20 - Words: 51,554 - Reviews: 79 - Updated: 8-18-05 - Published: 6-5-05 - Nooj
53. Not the Way reviews
Nooj, Baralai, and Gippal discover it is not always enough to mean well. This is a one-shot.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,961 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 5-12-05 - Nooj - Complete
54. Whispers reviews
Baralai and Nooj. Third variation on a theme.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,894 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 5-4-05 - Nooj & Baralai
55. The Bird of Time » reviews
Whatever happened to ...? Three old companions meet and remember.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,673 - Reviews: 9 - Updated: 4-15-05 - Published: 4-7-05 - Nooj & Paine
56. Each in the Cell of Himself reviews
Can the past be revisited? Baralai attempts to reassemble the four for a last mission. This is a one-shot.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,301 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 3-26-05 - Nooj & Baralai - Complete
57. Interim Report reviews
Nooj at fourteen - continuing his back-story
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,894 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 2-15-05 - Nooj
58. The Making of the Man reviews
Four children share an adventure which reveals themselves to themselves. There is some violence but nothing excessive - I do not think.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,500 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 1-28-05 - Nooj
59. At the Core reviews
R" for graphic description of violence.rnNooj talks to Nooj - why is he seeking Death? There is always a reason.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Spiritual - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,737 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 1-18-05 - Nooj
60. The Massage Room reviews
Just a drabble about a man and his masseur. This is from the earlier more innocent days.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,438 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 1-10-05 - Nooj
61. Darkness Rising reviews
This is rated 'R' for violence, not sex. The story involves a trip undertaken by Gippal and Nooj and what happens during that time. It is a long one-shot.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,839 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 12-30-04 - Nooj & Gippal - Complete
62. Because reviews
LeBlanc and her thoughts - in her bedroom
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,394 - Reviews: 17 - Published: 12-12-04 - Leblanc
63. Darkness Visible reviews
This is not froth. Those expecting a light happy read will not like this.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama/Spiritual - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,020 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 12-9-04 - Nooj
64. My Name Is reviews
How many times can a man bear to be called ...? Largely rewritten because the first version was truly dreadful.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,156 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 12-5-04 - Nooj & Leblanc
65. Once Upon A Time reviews
A fairy tale
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,952 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 12-3-04 - Nooj
66. To Walk Again » reviews
It is not always easy to return. Nooj is learning to cope.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,015 - Reviews: 5 - Updated: 12-2-04 - Published: 11-27-04 - Nooj
67. Healing reviews
Another vignette starring everyone's favourite pairing.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 570 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 11-19-04 - Nooj & Leblanc
68. After » reviews
What's a Heaven For? So long and thanks for all the ... whatever.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 11 - Words: 34,799 - Reviews: 34 - Updated: 11-6-04 - Published: 9-9-04 - Nooj & Paine
69. The Earring reviews
This is not even a drabble; it is a vignette. Yes, they are who you think.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 592 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 10-30-04 - Nooj & Leblanc
70. The Chair reviews
This is the first 'drabble' I have posted. It is a snapshot of two persons in a difficult situation. It is, obviouslly, a one-shot.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,102 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 10-22-04 - Nooj & Leblanc - Complete
71. The Godly Man » reviews
This is a dream sequence concerning Nooj and his fate. Part Two is up in which LeBlanc enters the dream and turns it full circle.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Fantasy - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,267 - Reviews: 3 - Updated: 8-11-04 - Published: 8-7-04 - Nooj & Leblanc
72. Deathseeker reviews
More about what happened to Nooj during the first months after his death.
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,969 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 7-5-04 - Nooj
73. The SandBear Incident reviews
Nooj prepares to try out for the Crimson Squad
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,944 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 5-15-04 - Nooj
74. Chiaroscuro » reviews
Backstory for Nooj - The first four months after the fatal encounter with Sin
Final Fantasy X-2 - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 26,191 - Reviews: 28 - Updated: 4-28-04 - Published: 4-11-04 - Nooj
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