Fácilis Descensus Averni has won the Truly Anonymous Contest's AU Category, in both the Judges' Scoring and the Public Vote, also winning the Best AU Drama and Katinki's Judge's Choice. Thanks so much to everyone who read and voted in the contest! Find all the other entries and winners here: http:///

A Crown of Asphodels was our first collaboration experience, written for Round 2 of the Beyond The Pale contest. We had fun working together to bring you this story. We hope you enjoy reading it!

mostly a lurker and Alby Mangroves

Here is the link to the wonderful A Crown of Asphodels banner made by the talented and generous TKegl. Real historical garments were used as inspirations for Isabella's dresses. Here is the inspiration for the dress Isabella wears to the Gala at the Strong residence, and here are the lovely French shoes. Finally, here is the gown Isabella wears to her engagement party.