Elaina's Ten Fanfiction Links

This is a selection of fan fiction I thought were interesting to read. My selection is not based on one major theme so hopefully there's something you will like.

Another thing. There are a few plot spoilers for the stories I've chosen so please take that into account.

1. 'Landscape' is a fanfic based on Lian Hearn's 'Tales of the Otori' series.

Set in a medieval, feudal era of Japan, we read the story through Takeo's eyes and are sent into a world of warlords and assassins. As Takeo mourns the loss of Otori Shigeru, he reflects on lessons learnt under Shigeru's guidance by taking on an artist's persona. He portrays beauty in the descriptions of his surroundings and ponders on the harsh reality of the life he was brought into. And yet, he learns a thing or two about his own strengths and downfalls.

2. 'What a Way to Spend a Vacation'.

For anyone who has read 'Scarecrow' by Matthew Reilly, or are familiar with his fast, twisted action/thriller based plots, you may enjoy this story.

Shane Scholfield, call name 'Scarecrow', is a former member of the SAS. He once had a bounty on his head; $18.6 million in fact. Some of the worlds' important people want Scholfield dead, and fast. Bounty hunters employed by these superpowers take extreme measures to execute the deadly task. While previous attempts to eradicate him have failed, Scholfield goes on holiday; only to find himself in a spot of bother once again.

In the midst of it all, someone is always looking out for Scholfield...someone who just happens to be a bounty hunter himself.

3. Quintessential

Adapted from the anime 'The Cat Returns' 'Quintessential' is a one-shot fanfic about Haru and her drive to help out another for the greater good.

Here is the trailer from the movie below.

4. One More Time
This story is based on the movie version of the musical Rent. The movie itself touches base on strong issues such as AIDS and poverty. As for the story, it is centered on the importance of friendship and love, even when the future doesn't look so bright for some.

5. Fortesque's A Liar!

Sir Daniel Fortesque is the lead character in the Playstation game ‘MediEvil’. The story acts as a prologue five years prior to when the actual game begins. Think of it like a retelling of history told in both first and third person perspectives. Sir Dan is found to be bending the truth about his success in battle, unbeknownst to a young, naïve Canny Tim who looks to Sir Dan as his idol. In retrospect, a sorcerer by the name of Zarok overhears Sir Dan’s tall tales and fumes at the thought. We are left knowing that Sir Dan may not have the last laugh in the ‘not so distant’ future.

Check out the opening scene here.

6. Atlantian Artifact

Another Matthew Reilly influenced story, here we have one of the key characters from 'Seven Ancient Wonders' in full focus.

Lily is now a Professor at New York University, with a particular interest in Archaeology.

She finds herself embarking on a new adventure which involves an unknown artifact, a trip to the Amazon, and a whole lot more trouble along the way.

7. Once Upon a Christmas

Here is a typical pairing from Card Captor Sakura.

This is the first and only fluff fanfic I liked. It could also be listed under a songfic, as you'll find Kelly Clarkson's song 'Because of You' used as part of the storyline.

Syaoran decides to confess his true feelings for his best friend Sakura at Tomoyo's Christmas gathering. To his dismay, Sakura never returned his reply and he was left broken hearted.

Three years on, déjà vu has a habit of repeating itself. Read on if you want to find out whether Syaoran received the answer he's wanted to hear or not.

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