Pinch Hits of the Apocalypse
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trickortreatexWe have one apocalypse pinch hit. If you can make a gift then you don't have to wait for it to be claimed to get started. If you have created an extra gift that you are feel would make a suitable main gift then that is fine (I won't do this without the creator giving the go ahead. Email me at halloweenmod@gmail.com or comment on this post if you can do anything.
EDIT: Thank you apocalypse pinch hitter!
Request 1 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Twin Peaks
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Candie (Twin Peaks), Catherine Martell (Twin Peaks), Constance Talbot (Twin Peaks), Diane Evans (Twin Peaks), Monica Bellucci (Twin Peaks), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., You may ignore my Trick/Treat preferences for extra gifts., Albert Rosenfield, Dale Cooper (Twin Peaks), Harriet Hayward, Margaret "The Log Lady" Lanterman, Senorita Dido
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
If you want to write more than one requested character for this, feel free to explore any & you like, especially the strangest ones (eg Candie&Constance&Albert, Diane&Catherine, &Monica Belluci, etc). If you want to add your own favourite characters in the mix, be my guest, I love everyone in this canon (well, maybe not the most trauma inducing characters, but this could still be interesting in a “trick” approach).
For tricks, supernatural, mysterious and [whooshing] elements suggest themselves.
For treats, anything from sweet and friendly to humor, to poetic and comforting, get wild.
For this fandom, I’m okay with E.
Candie: I’m so intrigued by her (and Mandie and Sandie too, if you want to include them). She’s one of those characters in the show who are both very distracted and very focused on small details, which always interest me because I want to know how she sees the world, and how she interprets the events she witnessed. What does she think of Twin Peaks, of the people she meets at the station? Alternatively, is there something supernatural going on with her, something traumatic, how do the Mitchum brothers and her counterparts fit in the picture?
Catherine:
As Catherine is canonically one of the most “soap opera” character in the show, I would be interested to see her confronted to the most supernatural elements of the show, the mythology and the weird electric wind in the woods. Could have something to do with Pete’s death and why she closed the mill, or not. I’m also interesting in the more problematic aspects of the character, namely racism, but also her dysfunctional relationship with Pete. If you would prefer writing a treat, it could have something to do with a brighter moment between those two, at any point in time. Alternatively, she could have an unexpected connection/friendship with a more likeable character of your choice, who knows about her faults but still manage to make it work.
Constance:
I. Love. Her. So really anything is fine. Something I really would like to read one day is her interacting with the whole Sheriff station. Why would the station want with a coroner who’s not Albert? What does everyone think of her? Huge bonus points if she’s there at the same time as Albert, and it’s an occasion for banter, irritation, and general comedy. Alternatively, any interaction with Albert at any point, anywhere and under any pretext (casefic?) is good too. I’m super happy with & but I also ship them a bit, so if you want to write an extension of that restaurant scene or anything like that, it’s the occasion.
Diane:
Diane interacting with anyone is really my jam, especially unlikely characters. An old idea of mine is also her turning the tables on Cooper or other characters (Gordon? Albert? Janey-E? Sonny Jim? who knows) and sending tapes to people, in a context that can be dramatic (because she’s been separated from the recipients for various reasons) or lighter (playing with her own image since she was just an invisible ear for 2 seasons, and doing it to annoy the hell out of her colleagues). I low-key ship her with Cooper, so if that’s your thing, go for it.
Monica Belluci:
well, it’s hard to be precise for that one, so I’ll leave it very open. But I admit I’m curious about the “Gordon dreaming about European cinema” aspect of that scene, and would ideally like to see it explored (are they in an actual movie? Do they visit others? Meet other actresses and actors? You can go super meta with it). Inclusions of small realistic details in this dreamy setting is also an interesting idea, I think. Alternatively, who else may be involved in that dream? Gordon doesn’t sound like the most apt character to strike a conversation with that “Monica Belluci” apparition, but I’m sure other characters could manage to actually talk to her, your pick.
Request 2 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Remains of the Day - Kazuo Ishiguro
Treat - Fic, You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Any Character, Miss Kenton/Mr. Stevens (Remains of the Day)
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
Miss Kenton/Mr Stevens:
This is one of the most frustrating canon ever, and well, I really want romance for those two. One scenario that especially interests me is: what if she did come back after he offered her the job at the end of the book/movie? How does one go back to being a servant in the 60s, when so much has changed socially speaking, when the house is emptier and when you’re older than you used to be? Not to mention how do you rekindle an old romance, especially when both parts are aware that your return has something to do with it but no one dares mention it at first?
Alternatively, for something lighter and set at an earlier time: Miss Kenton has given up on Mr Stevens, and that’s when he suddenly decides to court her. She’s oblivious because it seems so unlikely, tension and/or comedy ensues.
If you’re uncomfortable with writing romance, I would be interested in reading a character study on any or both of them, especially if this has to do with how they see service, and what they put into it, emotionally.
Request 3 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Eglantine Price (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), Emelius Browne (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), Cosmic Creeper (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), Carrie Rawlings (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Emelius Browne/Eglantine Price
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
It’s a small fandom, so if you want to enrich it in any way I’ll be forever grateful. Basically, I ship Eglantine/Emelius, but I’m also interesting in the found family dynamic here.
Carrie: I’m interested in her relationship with magic. What does she want to use it for? Is Eglantine inspiring her to want to be a witch, or not? And what does it mean to her? I’m also curious about the way she adapts to her new setting and family structure. Feel free to include information about the (deceased?) Rawlings parents, and any other character.
Cosmic Creeper: this is an occasion for an “outsider” point of view if there ever was one! How does Cosmic sees the building of the family in the house, what does he (she? I think it’s a he but I’m not certain) makes of the magician, is he maybe slightly tired of magic ruining his lunches, what is his relationship to the children? I’m sure he can read Eglantine’s moods better than anyone, too. Is he involved in one more ridiculous magical accident? You decide.
Eglantine: any character study would be great, I’m especially interested in how she comes to accept the children and why she was so reluctant at first. Also I’m a sucker for a bit of Mr Jelk ridiculousness (does she rebuke him? Does Emelius help or just watch the whole thing from afar?).
Regarding Eglantine/Emelius, I like their “prim and proper/super flirty and annoying dynamic, even if I think Emelius’s misogyny needs to be called out in some way too (if anyone is going to be the assistant, it’s him). I’m curious about how Eglantine might see relationships in general, and Emelius as a suitor in particular. That being said, I like that he’s so amazed with her from the start, and so open with it. I’m annoyed with the whole marriage thing being pushed on them, I’m more interested in exploration of feelings in a less “Disney” way, something more mature. Especially with Eglantine trying so hard to be proper, and Emelius being such a tease, I would be interested to see how they handle sexual tension and such things. I mean, when one has a magic bed, allusions come to mind…
Emelius: any future fic about his return from the war, and how it feels to return is very welcome. I think the character has unsuspected depths, and the idea that he basically fails to be coward is one that I find fascinating. I’m also interested by his past, and the way he sees Eglantine and the children: he doesn’t seem like lover or father material at first glance, but does a surprisingly good job when given the chance. Anyway, how does it feel to be the constant but ultimately successful underdog?
Request 4 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Broadchurch
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Ellie Miller (Broadchurch), Jocelyn Knight (Broadchurch), Maggie Radcliffe (Broadchurch), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Alec Hardy/Ellie Miller, Jocelyn Knight/Maggie Radcliffe
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
I’m mostly interested in ships for this show, and I’m okay with E stuff.
Ellie:
either a romance piece with Hardy or something about Ellie slowly reclaiming her agency, and healing, maybe through meaningful interactions with other characters? I like the idea of Maggie trying to cheer her up and ending up mentoring her, Jocelyn offering her awkward but comforting silence, that sort of things. What I’m especially attached to is Ellie’s attention to everyone, her love of people, and that’s what she looses in the show: I desperately wish she could win it back. Does it involve interacting with children, too? Perhaps. A great occasion for a trick or treating fic, in that case.
If you’re willing to write Ellie/Alec, I think my favourite situations involve bickering, behaving like a couple while refusing to acknowledge it, and sudden sexual tension that comes from nowhere and leave them dumbfound. I like that Alec is ultimately the one who’s desperate to offer her physical comfort but she’s always pushing him away, when she used to be the “nice one”. But everything is fine, really.
Jocelyn:
I find the character so interesting, and a character study or/and something shippy would be perfect. I wonder about how she came out to herself, and how she handled her relationships with women, especially Maggie. How did they fall in love?
Maggie:
Maggie being a BAMF is always my jam. I’d like to see her in a situation when she fiercely defends someone, Jocelyn or maybe Ellie, and it leads to some exploration of her past (was she an activist for some cause or other?). Bonus point if you keep her mannerisms.
Concerning Maggie/Jocelyn: I love everything, but for example a fill-in-the-blanks of what leads to Jocelyn’s declaration on the cliffs could be very nice. Alternatively, any quasi-domestic scene between those two when they’re not together yet. Or sexy times, before or after that declaration.
Request 5 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Much Ado About Nothing - Shakespeare
Treat - Fic, You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., You may ignore my Trick/Treat preferences for extra gifts., Any Character, Beatrice/Benedick
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
To put it simply, I’m here for the banter. And the tension that goes with it. I like the atmosphere of the original play, but AU are fine for this one if you want to get creative.
Prompts ideas:
Beatrice and Benedick teams up to prevent Beatrice’s arranged marriage. Benedick only does it to save a poor man’s soul from eternal misery, of course. Of course...
Alternatively: Beatrice and Benedick both making fun of the other when masked at the ball, and being privately delighted about the other’s way with words. Of course it goes off hand and the atmosphere ends up being much more charged with romantic tension. They’d like to say they’re drunk but… that would be a lie.
Or: Benedick trying to resist falling in love with Beatrice all he can, but of course it doesn’t work that way. Instead, it puts him in all sorts of ridiculous situations.
Request 6 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Portal (Video Game)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Turrets (Portal), Caroline (Portal), Chell (Portal), Space Core (Portal), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Weighted Companion Cube
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
Note that I’ve only played the two games and am unfamiliar with any other parts of canon.
I'm basically in love with GlaDOS and with Caroline and her relationship to Chell, and I'm a sucker for Nemesis relationships in general, so you've been warned. In this fandom I really love fics that stay faithful to the game atmosphere.
Caroline:
Where to begin? I’m curious about her transformation into GlaDOS (and probably the abuse that goes with it). How does she feel (or not feel)? I’m also very curious about the possibility of GlaDOS being turned back into her former self, and re-accustoming herself to being human. How does that impact her relationship with Chell and the other residents of the center?
Chell:
Basically how does she regain her sense of self? And does she, or does she resolves herself to being part of the center, for better and worse? I sort of ship Chell/GlaDOS but I think the most interesting approach to it is a very ambiguous one, a love-hate relationship with a lot of issues. Or maybe GlaDOS act as a sort of evil stepmother figure to her, and helps her rebuild a robot family. Bonus point for any Companion Cube apparition.
Turrets:
I’m so fond of them, they’re adorable (and deadly. And adorable). Globally I’m curious about how Portal’s events might look form a turret’s point of view. I’m sure they have their own culture, beliefs and politics, a special turret mythology, opinions on defective turrets, on GlaDOS, Wheatley and the different cores, on Chell. What were they originally? Were they always weapons? How do they see humans in general?
Space Core:
Spaaaace! What can I say, it’s my favourite core. I’m curious about how it relates to GlaDOS’s personality: in short, what’s up with space? You can’t go wrong with comedy here, but I would also be interested in the deeper fascination for stars, space and what is out of reach (when you’re stuck underground). Also, what’s up with the father-son conversation this core is imitating? Is GladDOS the metaphorical father here, does he want to make her proud, or does this has something to do with Cave Johnson, and his relationship with Caroline? Interactions with turrets, other cores, or any character is very welcome.
Request 7 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Harry Potter - J. K. Rowling
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Minerva McGonagall (Potter - Rowling), Luna Lovegood (Potter - Rowling), Petunia Dursley (Potter - Rowling), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts.
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
I’m familiar with every part of canon, up to and including Cursed Child, but I’m not especially keen on listening to everything JKR said, especially when it’s on Pottermore.
Luna:
I love the idea of Luna unexpectedly being the wiser character, and having a lot of thoughts on all the psychological issues people around her are bound to have after the war, or even before. Maybe she becomes a healer or the equivalent of a psychiatrist, and we get to hear snippets of her conversations with patients/other characters? She has of course her own sadness to deal with, but there is something that feels so resilient about her, and I’m intrigued by it. Apparently (I mean, JKR said) she’s also a painter, and I like the idea so feel free to include bits of that.
Alternatively, I’m also interesting about the time she was in captivity with Dobby. The relationship between those two is bond to be fascinating, and I would love to read a conversation on freedom, or on being “odd”.
Minerva:
I love her *so much* and I sort of see her as a model? My jam is Minerva being simultaneously severe and kind (that “take a biscuit, Potter” quote has to be my favourite in the books), and a BAMF. All of her dignified moments are fabulous.
I’d love to see her wins fights (verbal ones) against Snape or, even better, Umbrigde. And this is a bit specific, but I also love the idea that Umbridge has a shameful, very unrequited and very secret crush on her and that it shows during their fights.
Alternatively, giving academic guidance to students: Luna would be an interesting choice, because she’s not a one of her students and she might not know her that well, which would make for an interesting interaction I think. Or the Weasley twins, that interview must have been hilarious.
Sidenote: I don’t particularly ship her with anyone in the canon BUT for something different, if you want to ship it with any Old British Lady from another canon, I’d be delighted (I’ve heard of Minerva/Miss Marple, Minerva/M from James Bond, Minerva/Eglantine Price, for example).
Petunia:
A complex character who deserves a bit of development. She’s done terrible things, of course, but there are signs of something else that could be interesting to explore.
What about a visit to Hogwarts after the war, when she tries to make amends and indirectly to tell Harry she’s glad he’s not dead. Maybe she meets other characters there, for example Luna or Minerva, but I think a conversation with a ghost could also be interesting on her path to...well not redemption, but trying to become a better person? I think she should confront the extent of what she’s done to Lily and Harry too.
Alternatively, I would like to know what she thinks, over the years, having resented her sister for getting all the attention and thought their parents preferred Lily, observing Dudley and Harry interacting, and witnessing the first signs of Harry’s magic before he understand it himself.
Request 8 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Sally (Nightmare Before Christmas), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Emily (Corpse Bride) & Sally (Nightmare Before Christmas)
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
Sally:
there’s something so heartbreaking about her, and I would like to see her through a more complex lens than just her relationship to Jake. Interactions with other characters, especially Oogie Boogie’s three minions, are welcome. I’m especially curious about her relationship with her own body: how does it feel to be in pieces, and to be able to “be all over the place”, whether on purpose or by accident? An idea I’m especially fond of is Emily going on a trip around Halloween to discover the country after she’s been freed from her cell for good, and familiarize herself with customs she didn’t know about because Doctor Finkelstein never celebrated anything. How does she use her needle talents in her new life?
Sidenote: if you’re into crossover, I would be interested in seeing an interaction between her and Emily from Corpse’s Bride. I think they both have issues they could help each other with, and there’s so much they could do together (sewing Emily a new dress so that she doesn’t have to be an eternal bride, for example, or taking a trip together via Emily’s butterflies, since Sally is always locked up).
Request 9 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Night In The Woods (Video Game)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Mae Borowski (Night In The Woods), The Janitor (Night in the Woods), Bea Santello (Night In The Woods), Black Goat (Night in the Woods), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts.
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
For this fandom I love the small but meaningful interactions, the seasonal spirit, unsolved mysteries and social commentary. I also played the other bonus games associated with the main game, and any reference to them will be very appreciated!
Bea:
I would love to see her reconquer a bit of her childhood happy memories and lightheartedness one way or another, especially if this has something to do with Mae. Also interested by memories of her mother, and the relationship they had. Also, does she have a connection to Adina Astra?
Prompts ideas: The spring fair is holding a pie competition, and usually Bea couldn’t be arsed, but there’s money to be made, so whatever. She’ll use her mother’s old recipes, it’s nothing, really. It’s really nothing. And of course, Mae (and the others? I’ll leave you to it) want to help. Shenanigans and emotional outbursts over overcooked raspberries ensue.
Alternatively: Bea explores the underground part of town (with friends of your choice): a subterranean fishing trip turns into an adventure along the trolley tunnels and into the piles of junk where all sorts of treasure can be found.
Mae:
what does her dream journal looks like these days, now that her friends managed to get her out of the woods, more or less? Is she getting better, does she run into Bombshell from time to time? I’m interested by family memories too, and by her relationship to the town: does she want to help it live again or just run away as soon as possible for greener pastures? All interactions with minor characters interest me greatly.
Sidenote: I’m cool with Mae/Bea if that’s your thing.
The Janitor:
who or what is the Janitor exactly? I’m interested in the “mythology” of the game. Is he somehow related to the constellations and various legends we hear about, like Adina’s? Is he connected to the town or to the woods? To the social history of the place or to the nature surrounding it? Is he just a very unusual janitor that Mae invested with some imaginary powers? What does it means to be a janitor in a crumbling town? Feel free to be as mysterious and experimental as you want.
The Black Goat:
same as the Janitor, I would be interested to read something that remains mysterious enough but explore the signification of the Black Goat for various characters as well as for the town as a whole. This can get as experimental as you want.
Alternatively, for a more action-oriented scenario, imagine the Goat coming back for Mae and the others, but finding some sort of resistance there, be it the Janitor, Mae’s grandfather, Bea’s mother, anything you may think of.
EDIT: Thank you apocalypse pinch hitter!
Request 1 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Twin Peaks
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Candie (Twin Peaks), Catherine Martell (Twin Peaks), Constance Talbot (Twin Peaks), Diane Evans (Twin Peaks), Monica Bellucci (Twin Peaks), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., You may ignore my Trick/Treat preferences for extra gifts., Albert Rosenfield, Dale Cooper (Twin Peaks), Harriet Hayward, Margaret "The Log Lady" Lanterman, Senorita Dido
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
If you want to write more than one requested character for this, feel free to explore any & you like, especially the strangest ones (eg Candie&Constance&Albert, Diane&Catherine, &Monica Belluci, etc). If you want to add your own favourite characters in the mix, be my guest, I love everyone in this canon (well, maybe not the most trauma inducing characters, but this could still be interesting in a “trick” approach).
For tricks, supernatural, mysterious and [whooshing] elements suggest themselves.
For treats, anything from sweet and friendly to humor, to poetic and comforting, get wild.
For this fandom, I’m okay with E.
Candie: I’m so intrigued by her (and Mandie and Sandie too, if you want to include them). She’s one of those characters in the show who are both very distracted and very focused on small details, which always interest me because I want to know how she sees the world, and how she interprets the events she witnessed. What does she think of Twin Peaks, of the people she meets at the station? Alternatively, is there something supernatural going on with her, something traumatic, how do the Mitchum brothers and her counterparts fit in the picture?
Catherine:
As Catherine is canonically one of the most “soap opera” character in the show, I would be interested to see her confronted to the most supernatural elements of the show, the mythology and the weird electric wind in the woods. Could have something to do with Pete’s death and why she closed the mill, or not. I’m also interesting in the more problematic aspects of the character, namely racism, but also her dysfunctional relationship with Pete. If you would prefer writing a treat, it could have something to do with a brighter moment between those two, at any point in time. Alternatively, she could have an unexpected connection/friendship with a more likeable character of your choice, who knows about her faults but still manage to make it work.
Constance:
I. Love. Her. So really anything is fine. Something I really would like to read one day is her interacting with the whole Sheriff station. Why would the station want with a coroner who’s not Albert? What does everyone think of her? Huge bonus points if she’s there at the same time as Albert, and it’s an occasion for banter, irritation, and general comedy. Alternatively, any interaction with Albert at any point, anywhere and under any pretext (casefic?) is good too. I’m super happy with & but I also ship them a bit, so if you want to write an extension of that restaurant scene or anything like that, it’s the occasion.
Diane:
Diane interacting with anyone is really my jam, especially unlikely characters. An old idea of mine is also her turning the tables on Cooper or other characters (Gordon? Albert? Janey-E? Sonny Jim? who knows) and sending tapes to people, in a context that can be dramatic (because she’s been separated from the recipients for various reasons) or lighter (playing with her own image since she was just an invisible ear for 2 seasons, and doing it to annoy the hell out of her colleagues). I low-key ship her with Cooper, so if that’s your thing, go for it.
Monica Belluci:
well, it’s hard to be precise for that one, so I’ll leave it very open. But I admit I’m curious about the “Gordon dreaming about European cinema” aspect of that scene, and would ideally like to see it explored (are they in an actual movie? Do they visit others? Meet other actresses and actors? You can go super meta with it). Inclusions of small realistic details in this dreamy setting is also an interesting idea, I think. Alternatively, who else may be involved in that dream? Gordon doesn’t sound like the most apt character to strike a conversation with that “Monica Belluci” apparition, but I’m sure other characters could manage to actually talk to her, your pick.
Request 2 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Remains of the Day - Kazuo Ishiguro
Treat - Fic, You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Any Character, Miss Kenton/Mr. Stevens (Remains of the Day)
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
Miss Kenton/Mr Stevens:
This is one of the most frustrating canon ever, and well, I really want romance for those two. One scenario that especially interests me is: what if she did come back after he offered her the job at the end of the book/movie? How does one go back to being a servant in the 60s, when so much has changed socially speaking, when the house is emptier and when you’re older than you used to be? Not to mention how do you rekindle an old romance, especially when both parts are aware that your return has something to do with it but no one dares mention it at first?
Alternatively, for something lighter and set at an earlier time: Miss Kenton has given up on Mr Stevens, and that’s when he suddenly decides to court her. She’s oblivious because it seems so unlikely, tension and/or comedy ensues.
If you’re uncomfortable with writing romance, I would be interested in reading a character study on any or both of them, especially if this has to do with how they see service, and what they put into it, emotionally.
Request 3 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Eglantine Price (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), Emelius Browne (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), Cosmic Creeper (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), Carrie Rawlings (Bedknobs and Broomsticks), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Emelius Browne/Eglantine Price
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
It’s a small fandom, so if you want to enrich it in any way I’ll be forever grateful. Basically, I ship Eglantine/Emelius, but I’m also interesting in the found family dynamic here.
Carrie: I’m interested in her relationship with magic. What does she want to use it for? Is Eglantine inspiring her to want to be a witch, or not? And what does it mean to her? I’m also curious about the way she adapts to her new setting and family structure. Feel free to include information about the (deceased?) Rawlings parents, and any other character.
Cosmic Creeper: this is an occasion for an “outsider” point of view if there ever was one! How does Cosmic sees the building of the family in the house, what does he (she? I think it’s a he but I’m not certain) makes of the magician, is he maybe slightly tired of magic ruining his lunches, what is his relationship to the children? I’m sure he can read Eglantine’s moods better than anyone, too. Is he involved in one more ridiculous magical accident? You decide.
Eglantine: any character study would be great, I’m especially interested in how she comes to accept the children and why she was so reluctant at first. Also I’m a sucker for a bit of Mr Jelk ridiculousness (does she rebuke him? Does Emelius help or just watch the whole thing from afar?).
Regarding Eglantine/Emelius, I like their “prim and proper/super flirty and annoying dynamic, even if I think Emelius’s misogyny needs to be called out in some way too (if anyone is going to be the assistant, it’s him). I’m curious about how Eglantine might see relationships in general, and Emelius as a suitor in particular. That being said, I like that he’s so amazed with her from the start, and so open with it. I’m annoyed with the whole marriage thing being pushed on them, I’m more interested in exploration of feelings in a less “Disney” way, something more mature. Especially with Eglantine trying so hard to be proper, and Emelius being such a tease, I would be interested to see how they handle sexual tension and such things. I mean, when one has a magic bed, allusions come to mind…
Emelius: any future fic about his return from the war, and how it feels to return is very welcome. I think the character has unsuspected depths, and the idea that he basically fails to be coward is one that I find fascinating. I’m also interested by his past, and the way he sees Eglantine and the children: he doesn’t seem like lover or father material at first glance, but does a surprisingly good job when given the chance. Anyway, how does it feel to be the constant but ultimately successful underdog?
Request 4 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Broadchurch
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Ellie Miller (Broadchurch), Jocelyn Knight (Broadchurch), Maggie Radcliffe (Broadchurch), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Alec Hardy/Ellie Miller, Jocelyn Knight/Maggie Radcliffe
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
I’m mostly interested in ships for this show, and I’m okay with E stuff.
Ellie:
either a romance piece with Hardy or something about Ellie slowly reclaiming her agency, and healing, maybe through meaningful interactions with other characters? I like the idea of Maggie trying to cheer her up and ending up mentoring her, Jocelyn offering her awkward but comforting silence, that sort of things. What I’m especially attached to is Ellie’s attention to everyone, her love of people, and that’s what she looses in the show: I desperately wish she could win it back. Does it involve interacting with children, too? Perhaps. A great occasion for a trick or treating fic, in that case.
If you’re willing to write Ellie/Alec, I think my favourite situations involve bickering, behaving like a couple while refusing to acknowledge it, and sudden sexual tension that comes from nowhere and leave them dumbfound. I like that Alec is ultimately the one who’s desperate to offer her physical comfort but she’s always pushing him away, when she used to be the “nice one”. But everything is fine, really.
Jocelyn:
I find the character so interesting, and a character study or/and something shippy would be perfect. I wonder about how she came out to herself, and how she handled her relationships with women, especially Maggie. How did they fall in love?
Maggie:
Maggie being a BAMF is always my jam. I’d like to see her in a situation when she fiercely defends someone, Jocelyn or maybe Ellie, and it leads to some exploration of her past (was she an activist for some cause or other?). Bonus point if you keep her mannerisms.
Concerning Maggie/Jocelyn: I love everything, but for example a fill-in-the-blanks of what leads to Jocelyn’s declaration on the cliffs could be very nice. Alternatively, any quasi-domestic scene between those two when they’re not together yet. Or sexy times, before or after that declaration.
Request 5 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Much Ado About Nothing - Shakespeare
Treat - Fic, You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., You may ignore my Trick/Treat preferences for extra gifts., Any Character, Beatrice/Benedick
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
To put it simply, I’m here for the banter. And the tension that goes with it. I like the atmosphere of the original play, but AU are fine for this one if you want to get creative.
Prompts ideas:
Beatrice and Benedick teams up to prevent Beatrice’s arranged marriage. Benedick only does it to save a poor man’s soul from eternal misery, of course. Of course...
Alternatively: Beatrice and Benedick both making fun of the other when masked at the ball, and being privately delighted about the other’s way with words. Of course it goes off hand and the atmosphere ends up being much more charged with romantic tension. They’d like to say they’re drunk but… that would be a lie.
Or: Benedick trying to resist falling in love with Beatrice all he can, but of course it doesn’t work that way. Instead, it puts him in all sorts of ridiculous situations.
Request 6 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Portal (Video Game)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Turrets (Portal), Caroline (Portal), Chell (Portal), Space Core (Portal), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Weighted Companion Cube
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
Note that I’ve only played the two games and am unfamiliar with any other parts of canon.
I'm basically in love with GlaDOS and with Caroline and her relationship to Chell, and I'm a sucker for Nemesis relationships in general, so you've been warned. In this fandom I really love fics that stay faithful to the game atmosphere.
Caroline:
Where to begin? I’m curious about her transformation into GlaDOS (and probably the abuse that goes with it). How does she feel (or not feel)? I’m also very curious about the possibility of GlaDOS being turned back into her former self, and re-accustoming herself to being human. How does that impact her relationship with Chell and the other residents of the center?
Chell:
Basically how does she regain her sense of self? And does she, or does she resolves herself to being part of the center, for better and worse? I sort of ship Chell/GlaDOS but I think the most interesting approach to it is a very ambiguous one, a love-hate relationship with a lot of issues. Or maybe GlaDOS act as a sort of evil stepmother figure to her, and helps her rebuild a robot family. Bonus point for any Companion Cube apparition.
Turrets:
I’m so fond of them, they’re adorable (and deadly. And adorable). Globally I’m curious about how Portal’s events might look form a turret’s point of view. I’m sure they have their own culture, beliefs and politics, a special turret mythology, opinions on defective turrets, on GlaDOS, Wheatley and the different cores, on Chell. What were they originally? Were they always weapons? How do they see humans in general?
Space Core:
Spaaaace! What can I say, it’s my favourite core. I’m curious about how it relates to GlaDOS’s personality: in short, what’s up with space? You can’t go wrong with comedy here, but I would also be interested in the deeper fascination for stars, space and what is out of reach (when you’re stuck underground). Also, what’s up with the father-son conversation this core is imitating? Is GladDOS the metaphorical father here, does he want to make her proud, or does this has something to do with Cave Johnson, and his relationship with Caroline? Interactions with turrets, other cores, or any character is very welcome.
Request 7 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Harry Potter - J. K. Rowling
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Minerva McGonagall (Potter - Rowling), Luna Lovegood (Potter - Rowling), Petunia Dursley (Potter - Rowling), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts.
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
I’m familiar with every part of canon, up to and including Cursed Child, but I’m not especially keen on listening to everything JKR said, especially when it’s on Pottermore.
Luna:
I love the idea of Luna unexpectedly being the wiser character, and having a lot of thoughts on all the psychological issues people around her are bound to have after the war, or even before. Maybe she becomes a healer or the equivalent of a psychiatrist, and we get to hear snippets of her conversations with patients/other characters? She has of course her own sadness to deal with, but there is something that feels so resilient about her, and I’m intrigued by it. Apparently (I mean, JKR said) she’s also a painter, and I like the idea so feel free to include bits of that.
Alternatively, I’m also interesting about the time she was in captivity with Dobby. The relationship between those two is bond to be fascinating, and I would love to read a conversation on freedom, or on being “odd”.
Minerva:
I love her *so much* and I sort of see her as a model? My jam is Minerva being simultaneously severe and kind (that “take a biscuit, Potter” quote has to be my favourite in the books), and a BAMF. All of her dignified moments are fabulous.
I’d love to see her wins fights (verbal ones) against Snape or, even better, Umbrigde. And this is a bit specific, but I also love the idea that Umbridge has a shameful, very unrequited and very secret crush on her and that it shows during their fights.
Alternatively, giving academic guidance to students: Luna would be an interesting choice, because she’s not a one of her students and she might not know her that well, which would make for an interesting interaction I think. Or the Weasley twins, that interview must have been hilarious.
Sidenote: I don’t particularly ship her with anyone in the canon BUT for something different, if you want to ship it with any Old British Lady from another canon, I’d be delighted (I’ve heard of Minerva/Miss Marple, Minerva/M from James Bond, Minerva/Eglantine Price, for example).
Petunia:
A complex character who deserves a bit of development. She’s done terrible things, of course, but there are signs of something else that could be interesting to explore.
What about a visit to Hogwarts after the war, when she tries to make amends and indirectly to tell Harry she’s glad he’s not dead. Maybe she meets other characters there, for example Luna or Minerva, but I think a conversation with a ghost could also be interesting on her path to...well not redemption, but trying to become a better person? I think she should confront the extent of what she’s done to Lily and Harry too.
Alternatively, I would like to know what she thinks, over the years, having resented her sister for getting all the attention and thought their parents preferred Lily, observing Dudley and Harry interacting, and witnessing the first signs of Harry’s magic before he understand it himself.
Request 8 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Sally (Nightmare Before Christmas), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts., Emily (Corpse Bride) & Sally (Nightmare Before Christmas)
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
Sally:
there’s something so heartbreaking about her, and I would like to see her through a more complex lens than just her relationship to Jake. Interactions with other characters, especially Oogie Boogie’s three minions, are welcome. I’m especially curious about her relationship with her own body: how does it feel to be in pieces, and to be able to “be all over the place”, whether on purpose or by accident? An idea I’m especially fond of is Emily going on a trip around Halloween to discover the country after she’s been freed from her cell for good, and familiarize herself with customs she didn’t know about because Doctor Finkelstein never celebrated anything. How does she use her needle talents in her new life?
Sidenote: if you’re into crossover, I would be interested in seeing an interaction between her and Emily from Corpse’s Bride. I think they both have issues they could help each other with, and there’s so much they could do together (sewing Emily a new dress so that she doesn’t have to be an eternal bride, for example, or taking a trip together via Emily’s butterflies, since Sally is always locked up).
Request 9 by Sinking Beatrice (Beatrice_Sank)
Night In The Woods (Video Game)
Treat - Fic, Trick - Fic, Mae Borowski (Night In The Woods), The Janitor (Night in the Woods), Bea Santello (Night In The Woods), Black Goat (Night in the Woods), You may ignore my Art/Fic preferences for extra gifts.
General DNW : anything E except if the prompts specify it’s cool for that particular fandom or pairing, abuse painted in a good light, non requested ships, unmotivated conflicts for the sake of drama, sickfic in a shippy context, established relationships.
For this fandom I love the small but meaningful interactions, the seasonal spirit, unsolved mysteries and social commentary. I also played the other bonus games associated with the main game, and any reference to them will be very appreciated!
Bea:
I would love to see her reconquer a bit of her childhood happy memories and lightheartedness one way or another, especially if this has something to do with Mae. Also interested by memories of her mother, and the relationship they had. Also, does she have a connection to Adina Astra?
Prompts ideas: The spring fair is holding a pie competition, and usually Bea couldn’t be arsed, but there’s money to be made, so whatever. She’ll use her mother’s old recipes, it’s nothing, really. It’s really nothing. And of course, Mae (and the others? I’ll leave you to it) want to help. Shenanigans and emotional outbursts over overcooked raspberries ensue.
Alternatively: Bea explores the underground part of town (with friends of your choice): a subterranean fishing trip turns into an adventure along the trolley tunnels and into the piles of junk where all sorts of treasure can be found.
Mae:
what does her dream journal looks like these days, now that her friends managed to get her out of the woods, more or less? Is she getting better, does she run into Bombshell from time to time? I’m interested by family memories too, and by her relationship to the town: does she want to help it live again or just run away as soon as possible for greener pastures? All interactions with minor characters interest me greatly.
Sidenote: I’m cool with Mae/Bea if that’s your thing.
The Janitor:
who or what is the Janitor exactly? I’m interested in the “mythology” of the game. Is he somehow related to the constellations and various legends we hear about, like Adina’s? Is he connected to the town or to the woods? To the social history of the place or to the nature surrounding it? Is he just a very unusual janitor that Mae invested with some imaginary powers? What does it means to be a janitor in a crumbling town? Feel free to be as mysterious and experimental as you want.
The Black Goat:
same as the Janitor, I would be interested to read something that remains mysterious enough but explore the signification of the Black Goat for various characters as well as for the town as a whole. This can get as experimental as you want.
Alternatively, for a more action-oriented scenario, imagine the Goat coming back for Mae and the others, but finding some sort of resistance there, be it the Janitor, Mae’s grandfather, Bea’s mother, anything you may think of.
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Date: 2019-10-31 12:43 am (UTC)