Hello 2023 nerdlets!
For this first Friday Fics Fix of the year, I figured I'd take a little look at some of the fics that stood out for me last year (2022 - in case we've all forgotten already 😅)
These aren't necessarily the 'best' fics - just the ones that stuck out most in my brain, for whatever reason.
I hope you find something you enjoy here! Or that destroys you emotionally (in a good way) - as fanfiction often does. 😅
And remember to check the original rec'ing post for the Content Warnings, and also the fic author's own tags.
'“Just give me a—hint, Loki. Jesus,” Tony says, panting when Enchantress’ fire trails a scorching path all around the exterior of the suit. At least that’s solved the weather problem, he thinks, as he unibeams her in the face.'
that one last tender place by oopshidaisy
So the whole *waves hands vaguely* deal with this fic is that Tony and Loki (from the MCU, in case you've stumbled onto this post by accident) have been linked mentally and emotionally in a sort-of-soul-bond type-deal-y.
Because magical shenanigans.
This is FrostIron. Because I am trash, and I don't care.
I just love Tony and Loki together *shrugs* - it weirdly works.
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(Fandom notes:
FrostIron is a romantic and/or sexual relationship between Iron Man, aka Tony Stark, and Loki, from the MCU (Marvel movies.))
Is there angst?
Well, this is me rec'ing it, so yes.
There's a butt-tonne of angst and hurt/comfort, and emotions every-goddamn-where.
What stood out to me about this one is just the whole interweave and dynamic between Tony and Loki, but also the actual plot being pretty damned good!
Original rec'ing post: Friday Fics Fix - Magical Shenanigans With Tony and Loki
'But the lies were out there, circulating, and were made into a movie, which is a really mixed blessing. Let’s pretend this narration is over the title crawl, and cut to our heroine...'
Anita's Voice by tangentti
Jennifer's Body is a 2009 cult-classic unapologetically Queer horror film.
This fic imagines an AU where the film Jennifer's Body is actually an adaptation of a true crime story
And Needy Lesnicki - the main character - still in the wind and on the run several years later, has seen the movie. She has some thoughts.
(Oh, and it should be obvious from the premise, but in case it's not: this fic is full of SPOILERS.)
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(Fandom notes:
AU = Alternate Universe)
As a true crime fan that tries to stay on the less-exploitative side of the media I consume, I kinda love the way it's played with in this fic.
It has some stuff to say about the lengths that true crime devotees and culture takes the celebrity and even mysticism bestowed on infamous killers.
...And you know I love me some fanfiction-based social commentary 😅
This one sticks in my head for the ingenuity and creativity involved - as well as a huge understanding of Needy herself.
Original rec'ing post: Friday Fics Fix - Needy Lesnicki: In The Wind and On The Run
'“Who is he?” Clint asks.
Sam shrugs his shoulders. “I don't know. He broke in, only thing he's really said is Steve's name.”'
Split Lip by Mjazilem
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AUs can be an incredible way for fic authors to play around with the characters and situations involved in the canon.
...and the best AUs are often the least fantastical.
(Fandom notes:
AUs = Alternate Universes.
Canon = the 'official' stuff in the book/film/whatever)
Basically, Bucky Barnes and Steve Rogers (from the MCU/Marvel fandom, dearest potentially-lost nerdlets,) used to be foster brothers, until they lost touch and Steve heard that Bucky passed away.
Bucky had not passed away.
And now, at the worst possible time cos Steve's out of town, there's a bleeding teenager with a knife in Sam and Steve's kitchen.
The way the fic author commits to this AU, and manages to integrate the characters into it without it feeling forced, really made it memorable (plus... I couldn't stop reading it, OK? It was very page-turn-y!)
Original rec'ing post: Friday Fics Fix - Dealing With The Stabby Teenager In Your Kitchen
'“Alex,” he said quickly, his voice strained. “I need you to overrule security protocol and allow me access to a cell in the basement-level holding facility. Please listen carefully, I require several apparatuses to ensure my escape is at its lowest likelihood-”'
Present, Past and Future Hunt Me by Namesake
I had to include this one in the list!
Just the whole... *waves hands* -ness of it!
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It's like a whole-a** season arc of Supergirl.
It's incredible, and at just under 500 pages and, according to the author's notes, taking two years to complete - it shows some goddamn dedication!
And it has everything.
Action? Check.
Angst? Check.
Plot twists? Character interactions? The power of freaking love?! Check, check, check!
And not only do we have OTP Brainy and Nia taking front and centre in the fight against one of Brainy's evil ancestors, we also get Kara and J'onn being super superheroes, and Alex and Kelly doing their whole kick-a** Lesbian action hero schtick!
Oh and Lena! Lena's here too.
Honestly, if you're a Supergirl fan, you're gonna love it!
Original rec'ing post: Friday Fics Fix - Like A Whole Season Arc of Supergirl
'“Who would be controlling it?” Joaquin asked. “And why our camp?”
She shrugged. “I don’t know. Why those six kids in the movie? It’s just entertainment, right? Entertainment doesn’t need a big message with metaphors and motifs.”'
(Fandom notes:
SamBucky, also known as Winter Falcon, is a sexual and/or romantic relationship between Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes)
OK, so, hear me out: horror movie summer camp with teenage MCU characters.
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...Do I have to say more? Oh, I do, OK - how about this: there's Sam, Bucky, and Steve, as well as Joaquin Torres, Kate Bishop, and Yelena Belova AND America Chavez, Peter Parker, and Kamala Khan!
Just, this whole fic really sticks in my brain for it's perfect horror camp schtick, y'know? I love it.
Original rec'ing post: Friday Fics Fix - Horror Movie MCU
What fics stood out to you in 2022?
Have you read any of these?
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Great list, Cee! It's nice to revisit some old favourites or at least ones that really intrigued me.
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