#merlinrecs

Today marks my first Tumblr post. I have, in the past, attempted to blog, and it has, needless to say, failed. So I thought I would go with something that I really like: Fan Fiction. I like what I like. I like movies and TV shows and books, and the unfortunate thing about liking such finite things is that they must eventually come to an end. Fan Fiction is the opportunity to enter into the world of works of fiction from a new perspective, and to see my favorite characters in new stories. So in my premier post I will present some of my favourite fics. I hope you enjoy them.

Sherlock:

It’s been done before, and it will be done again, but I would be remiss if I didn’t recommend it:

Mad_Lori’s “Performance in a Leading Role”

“Sherlock Holmes is an Oscar winner in the midst of a career slump. John Watson is an Everyman actor trapped in the rom-com ghetto. When they are cast as a gay couple in a new independent drama, will they surprise each other? Will their on-screen romance make its way into the real world?”

This is one of my all time favourite fan fics. It is pretty close to perfection. The story is amazing, the writing is beautiful, and It makes you fall in love with Sherlock and John all over again. If you are a fan of the Sherlock fandom and you haven’t read this fic you definitely should.

Avengers:

It’s been awhile since I read this fic, but I remember loving it while I was reading it, and I would recommend it to anyone who loves a Tony-centric story:

MountainRose’s “Arc Tremors”

“Tony's light had flickered out in the aftermath of the fight with the Chitauri, but his team was there and, hey, he'd just been to space, give a guy some slack. The next morning they accepted, but when he collapses weeks later, they're not going to let him brush it off again, and neither is JARVIS.”

I really don’t know what else to say about this fic, but it was everything I hoped for and more. It was totally Tony-centered but it was also about JARVIS, and whats not to love about a lovable AI.

Merlin:

I just read it recently, and while I don’t “squee” often I totally did while reading this:

FayJay’s “The Student Prince”

“A Modern day Merlin AU set at the University of St Andrews, featuring teetotal kick boxers, secret wizards, magnificent bodyguards of various genders, irate fairies, imprisoned dragons, crumbling gothic architecture, arrogant princes, adorable engineering students, stolen gold, magical doorways, attempted assassination, drunken students, shaving foam fights, embarrassing mornings after, The Hammer Dance, duty, responsibility, friendship and true love... “

I’m just glad that no one could hear me while I was reading this fic, because I take my status as a chill and stoic being very seriously, and squeeing at fan fiction could have caused some serious damage to my street cred.

The Blacklist:

I started watching “The Blacklist” when it first appeared on Netflix and I am so glad I did. Needless to say I binge watched the whole and immediately wanted more. In my hour of need I turned to fan fiction and I was not disappointed.

 Writerfan2013′s “Arcane Heart”

“She has a gift, but she doesn't know it. The golden key made her forget, and he must keep her secret close in his clouded heart. But danger has followed him to this world, looking for her. AU but it should all seem very familiar. And of course there's romance. Lizzington.”

I remember my many desperate searches through the dearth of Blacklist fan fiction before coming across this one and being pleasantly surprised. It kind of has a surreal feel to it, and it’s definitely a little strange, but I love it for what it is.

Harry Potter:

This was actually my first “Harry Potter” fan fic, and one of my first fan fics over all. It is by far my favourite fan fic. It’s crack. pure and unrefined crack, and sure my nose is covered in white powder and I can no longer maintain my position as the mayor of Toronto but it is so incredibly worth it:

DisobedienceWriter’s “The Horror! The Horror!”

“Humorous, post GOF tale. Harry goes to Africa and sets up a potions ingredient business. Wackiness ensues.”

This fic. Honestly I can’t even begin to describe it. This is the fan fic I read when I want to laugh until I cry, and I have never not laughed while reading it. 

I hope you enjoy these fics as much as I did and continue to do.

Until next time,

Adieu,