I forget if this is angst or smut or fluff day but this fic is too good not to read on any sort of day. All of the above but not so much fluff. Heavy on the smut.
http://ed-84.livejournal.com/35759.html
http://ed-84.livejournal.com/35759.html
-
-
Nearly finished first chapter; your thoughts required
? Or any improvements you feel are needed?
Spoiler:BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
Comment
-
-
Bad you! You made me cry!Originally posted by Lythisrose View PostNot sure if anyone has rec'd this vid, and if so, I apologize.
But if not, it's really good (and sad).
(spoilers for GiTM)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_unI...s-set-the-fire
It was beautiful and so sad... I'm gonna read some fluff now to cheer myself up...
*sniffle*
Thanks for sharing btw
Sig by me
Comment
-
It makes me want to read more, so that's goodOriginally posted by Wormhole View PostNearly finished first chapter; your thoughts required? Or any improvements you feel are needed?
Spoiler:
Sig by meComment
-
Discussion Questions for The Game
1. How did you feel about 'the game's' effects on the planet involved? Were you amused, annoyed, surprised, shocked? Or something else?
2. This story focuses on the 'bickering' element of the McShep relationship--do you think they should be over it at this point, or just par for the course?
3. Were the changes made to the countries of Hallona and Geldar by the Lanteans realistic in your mind?
4. This was a script written by Carl Binder, who has churned out such stories as "Before I Sleep", "The Real World", and "Echoes". How was this story the same (or different) from some of his other episodes?
5. What did you think of the supporting roles of Ronon and Teyla in this episode?
6. Lorne and Zelenka have amusing and character building roles in "The Game" do you approve or disapprove?
7. If you had your way, what would have been accomplished on Atlantis as far as treaty talks before the two country leaders were allowed to return to their lands?
8. Did you buy the line that this episode was sort of an 'ethical dilemma' like the Baby/crowd question McKay poses at the beginning of the episode? How?
9. Did you think the Daedalus and McKay's hologram 'virtual war' was smart? Hokey? Realistic?
10. Elizabeth is seen as being a stern, commanding leader in this episode. Did you like that characterization of her? Was she too tough, too stern, or just right?
--Sparky bonus--
1) What was the Sparkiest moment you found in a relatively un-Sparky episode?
2) How would you have made this episode more Sparky without being too un-canon-like?Visit SGArising.com to read our virtual continuation of the Atlantis series!Comment
-
Discussion Questions for The Game
1. How did you feel about 'the game's' effects on the planet involved? Were you amused, annoyed, surprised, shocked? Or something else?
Amused. It didn't seem real so the moral implications didn't bother me. I liked the way Rodney's country was so much more advanced than John's. John had obviously not been thinking outside the box and had been sticking strickly to the rules.
2. This story focuses on the 'bickering' element of the McShep relationship--do you think they should be over it at this point, or just par for the course?
Bickering is the way these writers defined the McShep relationship. Without bickering they would not know how to write them. In this one I think they tried to show that they are best buds who hang out and play games on a regular basis. It softened Rodney a bit and made John seem more like a geek. I think it failed on both counts because it seemed to come out of the blue and was OOC on both counts. But that is par for the course with TPTB.
3. Were the changes made to the countries of Hallona and Geldar by the Lanteans realistic in your mind?
Hard to say because it was part of the game. I think Rodney got bored and just started doing all kinds of things, mostly sticking with the Industrial Revolution period. John seemed to be stuck in a medieval warfare mindset. Frankly, John didn't show very much imagination. As usual, I blame the writers.
4. This was a script written by Carl Binder, who has churned out such stories as "Before I Sleep", "The Real World", and "Echoes". How was this story the same (or different) from some of his other episodes?
I wouldn't have guessed Binder, but I guess the little character moments were similar to the stuff he's done before. The Lorne/Zelenka part was similar to how he's written Ronon/Teyla or even John/Rodney before. He just took the McShep bickering a bit too far. And Elizabeth as Mama Bear was a little grating. She seemed way too cranky.
5. What did you think of the supporting roles of Ronon and Teyla in this episode?
I liked the way they were exasperated with the boys. Teyla especially gave them some great looks and eye rolls. Those two will just never understand the Earthlings. They supported yes, but seemed to be a better part of the plot than in later seasons. Maybe less like wallpaper and more like what I think they are meant to be, secondary characters.
6. Lorne and Zelenka have amusing and character building roles in "The Game" do you approve or disapprove?
I very much approve. It fleshed out their characters and made them more real. Those two have great chemistry. Too bad we don't see them together more often. And I liked the way their game seemed to mirror the McShep game. Maybe the intent of CB was to show how addictive the game is. Anyway, it was nicely done.
7. If you had your way, what would have been accomplished on Atlantis as far as treaty talks before the two country leaders were allowed to return to their lands?
Weir would have gotten to the bottom of the conflict. It seemed obvious to me that there was a personal connection between the two leaders. Weir should have picked up on that and made them tell her what it was really all about. She should have been more forceful and less like a kindergarten teacher scolding a couple of kids for fighting on the playground. CB dropped the ball there and gave fuel to the Weir critics.
8. Did you buy the line that this episode was sort of an 'ethical dilemma' like the Baby/crowd question McKay poses at the beginning of the episode? How?
Good grief no. That scene was like a hammer to the skull. Aesop's Fables were more subtle. But it didn't work. And I think John was just pulling Rodney's leg. T and R were genuinely confused.
9. Did you think the Daedalus and McKay's hologram 'virtual war' was smart? Hokey? Realistic?
Hokey and unrealistic, but smart considering who they were dealing with. It would only have worked on the really stupid. Or a culture with no sphere of reference to anything outside their own towns.
10. Elizabeth is seen as being a stern, commanding leader in this episode. Did you like that characterization of her? Was she too tough, too stern, or just right?
Wishy washy. Not too stern in the sense that shutting down the game was the best plan but she seemed to be already ticked off about something else. She was too quick to scold J and R. What was wrong with them not telling her about the game? Do they have to account for every minute of their time? It was understandable when she found out the countries were real that she be mad, but they didn't know so why go off on them like a stern mother. I think this is one of those times when they found it hard to pinpoint what her character was intended to be and it led to all kinds of problems with the viewers. Mostly it led to a lot of the threads on this very forum that were overly critical of her and gave ammunition to those who wanted to find a reason to dislike her and say she was a mother figure. But all that said, I think it was unintentional. Someone should have picked up on that and had them soften her with the boys and make her more leaderly with the leaders.
--Sparky bonus--
1) What was the Sparkiest moment you found in a relatively un-Sparky episode?
I mentioned yesterday that I thought Elizabeth gave John an extra glare in every scene. It seemed more personal with them, like he was disappointing her on a whole other level than Rodney. And if I'm not mistaken I think they finished each other's sentences a couple of times.
2) How would you have made this episode more Sparky without being too un-canon-like?
In the last scene I would have had her either lean over him and maybe move one of his chess pieces and him look up at her. Or I would have had her go over on Rodney's side and distract John with Rodney noticing and taking advantage by cheating.Comment
-
Good afternoon, Sparkies!
*hugs Anuna* Gah, legal mumbo jumbo makes my head turn into goo (and not in a good way!).Originally posted by Anuna View Post
Fluff ye want (and hey, it's Fluff!Day, too!), then fluff ye shall have!
Night Moves, by Mama Jo. A late night in the rec room brings out a competitive streak in John and Elizabeth. Not that they didn't have one already.
Happy reading!
(This is legal notice that any attempt to censor or delete, for the purpose of oppressing fair and open discussion, any statement made by me will be considered a violation of my right to free speech as guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, and will be dealt with in accordance with federal law.)
Sparky is on screen. Therefore, it is canon. Elizabeth is still out there. And John WILL bring her home.Comment
-
Awwwwww...that was so cute! Thanks for the rec!Originally posted by Scary Kitty View PostGood afternoon, Sparkies!
*hugs Anuna* Gah, legal mumbo jumbo makes my head turn into goo (and not in a good way!).
Fluff ye want (and hey, it's Fluff!Day, too!), then fluff ye shall have!
Night Moves, by Mama Jo. A late night in the rec room brings out a competitive streak in John and Elizabeth. Not that they didn't have one already.
Happy reading!Visit SGArising.com to read our virtual continuation of the Atlantis series!Comment
-
You're welcome! The mental image of Lizzie and John playing Wii table tennis until dawn just cracks me up.Originally posted by Eri13 View Post
(This is legal notice that any attempt to censor or delete, for the purpose of oppressing fair and open discussion, any statement made by me will be considered a violation of my right to free speech as guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, and will be dealt with in accordance with federal law.)
Sparky is on screen. Therefore, it is canon. Elizabeth is still out there. And John WILL bring her home.Comment
-
Anybody who hasn't voted for sparky. Vote please.
http://forum.gateworld.net/showthrea...=63473&page=66
Spoiler:Comment
-
THIS. Actually I was expecting something like this. I was like what why did something not happen?Originally posted by Southern Red View PostComment
-
So was I! It just seemed like a perfect opportunity for Elizabeth to do something, say something profound to them. But she just stands there and then walks away? Argh.Originally posted by Ruined_puzzle View Post(This is legal notice that any attempt to censor or delete, for the purpose of oppressing fair and open discussion, any statement made by me will be considered a violation of my right to free speech as guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, and will be dealt with in accordance with federal law.)
Sparky is on screen. Therefore, it is canon. Elizabeth is still out there. And John WILL bring her home.Comment
-
Yes, they are.Originally posted by Anuna View Post
And don't forget to to your Patriotic Duty. Vote John/Elizabeth!
Spoiler:Comment
My OTP's LEAP with passion.
Comment