Fiction
Welcome to the fan fiction page. If you have any fiction for the series and characters, or feel like joining in and writing some, I'd be most appreciative if you sent it in for inclusion in the page (or if you were shy of this, I'd still love to read it anyway.)
It's not my intention to restrict the page to only certain types of fiction. The only criterion needed is that the stories involve some aspect of the Swampy Universe or characters (and that includes movies/comics etc. as well)... and that's pretty much it. If there seems to be a character bias with the the stories so far (can we say 'lots of Arcane'? :-)), it's because those are mostly the type that have been submitted to date (not that I'm complaining or anything! :-)). Other types are more than welcome too, though. (Keep the Arcane stories coming, guys!... but please don't be intimidated if you want to write about the other characters instead, or just general stories. :-))
I don't really think I can put any age/rating warnings on the page as a whole because of the wide range of stories. It's not a family page; neither is it an adult one, a slash one... or any other specific theme page I can think of. The stories vary. Most are PG, but some are of a sensitive or adult nature (or contain portions that are), so each individual story will have ample warning as to the type of content to expect if there's anything that could cause offence or be unsuitable for younger age groups. Basic rule: If it sounds offensive or you think you're too young, don't read it! :-)
Note that 'strong language' refers specifically to the use of four letter words. There are no warnings for milder, 'soft' swearing since most of the stories contain some of this (due to it being commonplace with Arcane's character and dialogue).
No stories will be altered before putting up on the page, but I do ask that I can check for spelling errors and correct those; as well as very minor and accidental grammatical ones (as opposed to deliberate ones for writing style or dramatic purposes)
Unless noted otherwise, all these stories are in HTML format. Text versions may be available either on the newsgroup alt.tv.swamp-thing , JJ ARROWs ftp site or the fan fiction archive website. If not, feel free to email me and I'll be happy to send you them either in txt or doc format.
ORACLE by JJ Arrow (34K) Ever been frustrated by the Kevin Bacon Oracle game? Ever wondered how our intrepid resident genii in Houma would cope? Well, find out in this hilarious parody teleplay.
HAUNTED by JJ Arrow (7K)A rather funny Graham vignette. The theme is slash (no sex), but only PG :-)
CHANT by JJ Arrow (4K) Tatania/Arcane vignette....with a stinger in it.
TABOO by JJ Arrow (3K) Arcane/Graham slash.....or is it? Definitely only PG :-)
BEAUTIFUL MUZAK BY JJ Arrow, Ponce and Sin Yi (27K) I'm not sure how to describe this one. Definitely parody; and if you like your stories *way* over the top and out in left field, you'll love this one! Arcane and just about everybody else makes an appearance. Unrated, and contains sex scenes and sexual innuendo (mild and not graphic)
ALEC'S TOOTHACHE BY JJ Arrow (2K) A nice little poem sending up 'The Crocodile's Toothache'.
THE HOUMA FILES BY JJ Arrow/Ponce/Steve Iverson/Fran This is a round robin story that is currently being written by several members of the Swamp Thing mailing list.. For anyone not knowing what a round robin is (unlikely, but there may be someone, somewhere), it's where there is no fixed plot, and various writers take it in turns to follow on and see where it goes: A sort of writing exercise. "The Houma Files" is a parody crossover with "X-Files". The story is PG, but there is the very occasional use of strong language.
PT. 1 (128K) This encompasses segments 1 - 8 of the story
PT. 2 (150K) This encompasses segment 9 of the story. More will be added as it's written.
BLOODY HELL BY JJ Arrow & Fran This story is an alternative ending to the episode "A Jury of His Fears", effectively making the episode a teaser for the main story. It helps considerably to have seen that episode, or at least know the events that occur in it. If you haven't, there's a summary for it. Now, before anybody writes in telling us of massive continuity errors, let me state that for the purposes of this story, this is an alternative ending, and thus the timeline is not exactly the same as for the series. The 'mistakes' are deliberate and for artistic licence. For the purposes of this story, The episodes "Tatania" and "Mirador's Brain" are assumed to have occurred before "Jury". Anyway, let's face it; most of the episodes occurred out of order in any case, and they may well have been :-) Also, the story is about Hell, but our version has no religious connotations whatsoever, so relax... no preaching here :-) On a last note, be warned. This story contains some strong language and many scenes of very graphic violence (well, it is about Hell, you can't really expect meadow flowers and fluffy bunnies!) and rape, both physical and mental (although the former is merely implied and never described.) If you're at all offended by this, or squeamish, be advised not to read it. Of course, if it doesn’t bother you, go ahead and enjoy... :-) Rated R.
PT. 1 (100K)
PT. 2 (97K)
PT. 3 (95K)
PT. 4 (100K)
PT. 5 (106K)
TEMPORARY INSANITY BY Dara Sloan A hilarious crossover with 'The Temp'. Contains sexual innuendo & very mild erotica
PT. 1: The Taxman Cometh (31K) Rated PG. Arcane's in deep trouble when the IRS pay a little visit...
PT. 2: (Tell Me Why) I Don't Like Mondays (48K) Rated PG. Things seem to be going from bad to worse...
BAD HABITS BY Dara Sloan (4K) Arcane/f romantic vignette PG (very mild erotica/foreplay)
ECSTAGONY BY JJ Arrow An alternative ending to the episode "Mirador's Brain". As with "Bloody Hell", it helps to have seen the episode or at least know the events in it. If you haven't seen it, there's a summary for it. As far as timeline goes, it follows the series with the exception that the events in "Cross-Fired" and "Chains of Forever" are presumed to have occurred before "Mirador's Brain". The story is difficult to rate, but I'd say it was PG-13, but take note that there is occasional strong language and some harrowing scenes that could be viewed as disturbing (yep, more suffering for poor old Anton :))
PT. 1 (100K)
PT. 2 (97K)SLIP DOWN (13K) BY JJ Arrow Arcane and Graham are on the run from Dr. Woodrue, and find an interesting place to hide! Pseudo slash vignette (innuendo, no sex). Rated PG.
TREMORS: BAYOU RHYTHMS BY Fran A crossover with the "Tremors" movies. Ever wondered how those worms came to exist? How they got to Nevada and Mexico? Well, here's one theory courtesy of our very own Dr. Arcane.
PT. 1: THIEVING LAS VEGAS A word of warning for those reading this first part. Mostly, it's there to establish how the worms came to exist, so don't expect too much action actually involving them at this stage (that's coming in pt. 2, I promise :-)) Also, since about three quarters of the story takes place in Las Vegas, don't expect too much involvement by Alec or the rest of Houma's resident good guys. This one's mostly (except for the first quarter), Arcane and Graham. However, I promise that the second part will feature all or most of the other characters in far more prominent roles. If you don't like stories with Arcane and Graham, just read the first quarter and then the final two scenes. That should roughly establish the events set up for the second part (still to come.) Of course, if you do like reading about Arcane and Graham... enjoy! :-) Unrated (Most of the story is a general PG, but there is strong language, minor violence and one sex scene (moderate, not too graphic.))
PT. 1 (139K)
PT. 2 (148K)
PT. 3 (131K)
PT. 4 (120K)
PT. 5 (134K)
Single file .doc version (at 634K, it's pretty big, so give it time)TIFF'S FAN FICTION PAGE: Part of Tiff's Swamp Thing TV series website. Currently there are 2 stories up there (both written by Tiff, in script format, and set in second season.) Tiff's original versions can be found at her site, and the versions below are just to match the colour style of the rest of the stories on this page. Please send all comments to Tiff.
TRADEOFF (33K) An enemy of Arcane's is after revenge; endangering Tressa and the entire Swamp
MINDWARP (24K) When Arcane tries out his latest invention on Tressa, Swamp Thing may find himself on the endangered list!BETRAYAL OF LOYALTY BY Leslie Downton Graham receives a disturbing phone call, and that's when the troubles begin. What's happened to make him leave Arcane's employ? Who is he now working for?... and just what does Arcane intend doing about it?
*NOTE: This story is temporarily unavailable. Leslie's re-working it, and it will be put up again as soon as it's ready.I'M NOT DRUNK, I'M WONDERFUL BY JJ Arrow (8K) It's New Year's Day, and two very sorry people had far too much to drink the night before! Humorous, slashy vignette, but no sex or anything explicit.
JEANS BY JJ Arrow (4K) Anton's having trouble getting out of those painted on denims! Can Graham come to the rescue?? Parody vignette.
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES BY JJ Arrow (6K) Houma is in the grip of hysteria over a certain movie! Just how will our characters react when they take an evening off from their usual bickering to go and watch it together? A really hilarious parody, and no prizes whatsoever for guessing what movie it's referring to!