Dear Pearl84,
You're probably going to be a little confused as you see this after you finished Checkmate, so I suppose I should give a little explanation for this random thank you. Well, you see, all of your fans from Checkmate -including myself- would love to give you a small token of our gratitude for writing this amazing masterpiece.
These fans are the ones I could get a hold of with the help of some of your other fans, so please keep in mind that a good chunk of your readers will not be here. Actually, these wonderful people below are the ones that care so much that they really wanted you to know how much they love your skill and sheer talent.
So, without further ado, I give you the fans of Checkmate:
This is no doubt the longest lived (great) story on! I bow to your dedication
and will to finish something you started. Thank you so much for giving us this
wonderful story, and be assured that I will remain an avid reader of your
work!
Dragon (Dragondancer123)
Hey Pearl.
You are an incredible author and I'm so glad the day I clicked on those little
blue words that said 'Checkmate'. They opened a new world for me. I can't wait
for checkmate's sequel! And please give your Vlad muse a hug and a good wack
on the head for me.
Love,
Artemis (Aryaneragon4ever)
Dear Pearl,
Your story helped me in one of the most difficult times of my
life, and I thank you for the page turning (Or...bar-scrolling) story that
you've been kind enough to labor on for four years.
It's been a pleasure, and I'll probably have to set up a recovery group on DA
*Laughs* for those getting over the shock of your story's end. Thank you so
much for being a kind and supportive beta, thank you for the honor of being
able to write side-shots for CM...
Thank you for bringing a horde of crazed fans together, from all across the
globe. *Huggles.*
In whichever avenue you choose to walk down, as a physician, writer, or
whatnot, know this: We're always rooting for you, and love you dearly.
Please, take care, Jeniffer.
With love,
Candelight (Name still spelled wrong), World-at-Peace, and
Lauren.
Pearl,
I love Checkmate so much! It's such a touching story and it's kept me
on the edge of my seat at every new chapter. I always squeal when I see a new
one in my email folder, and then I'm sad when I finished reading and there is
no more for a while. You are truly a talented writer and an innovative thinker
for such an amazing story. Thank you so much for writing it.
Kagome
Pearl84,
Thank you for bringing the characters of DP to life - for giving Vlad a family
and a background, for forcing Danny to step outside his protected little
world, and for giving Danny Phantom the realistic edge that Nickelodeon didn't
allow. The show may have been canceled long ago, but its characters still
live in the masterpiece you have written.
(Kantrix Gabriel)
Pearl,
You're a brilliant writer who merges science, cartoon, and imagination together to bring about beautiful chapters. Checkmate has been enjoyable, and I hope your other stories will end just as
beautiful. Have a nice day!
KaliAnn
Pearl,
Thank you SO much for bringing us this
wonderfulstory 'Checkmate'! Not only
that, but you've brought so many other amazingstories to us, as well. As fans
of your work, we wrote one-shots, drew pictures, and even a club that you
participate in. You are truly and amazing writer and we hope to read more from
you very, very soon. Thank you for being such a devoted writer! I love your
work and above all that, you're a great person.
`Nita aka Dee 3 (DannyTimmygirl327)
Dear Pearl84,
I have thoroughly enjoyed your writing, and your Checkmate has given me
inspiration. You are wonderful in your
characterdevelopment, and the story
you've woven is something truly admirable.
Thank you for this remarkable tale, and may your fountain of inspiration be
always full.
Sincerely,
Miriam (Miriam1)
Dear Pearl,
Keep up the amazing writing and thank you do much for giving everyone a little
something to look forward to! This was the story that kept me going for the
past few years and I can't stop reading all of your work. You're amazing! :D
(PunkMichPhantom)
Pearl,
I love your work and I hope you continue writing,
fan fiction or not.
(JamesvsDanny24)
Pearl,
Your story brings so much life to the characters and show as if this
was a whole other episode playing out on TV. Throughout the whole story you
stayed true to the characters while at the same time shedding a whole other
different light on them, showings sides that would have never even been seen
because of you. Thank you for the wonderful story.
(Tay1019411)
Pearl,
Thank you so much for showing the could-have-been that should have been.
Thank you for turning Vlad into a person instead of the 1-dimensional
children's villain he was. Thank you for letting us see the magic behind DP.
(Calamus)
Pearl,
Your story is fantastic! Awonderful read! I looked forward to every new chapter! Keep up the great
ideas!
Fairyprincesst
Pearl,
Thanks for writing this amazing story!
xheartkreuzx
Pearl,
Checkmate was *awesome*. It was emotional and epic and such an amazing
story! It's hard to believe it's over... Thank you so much for writing it! I
had such a good time discussing it in the chatroom on DevArt, and I always
looked forward to your take-an-hour-each-to-read updates, haha. :) I hope to
read more of your stuff soon!
Thank you again for such an awesome story! xD
Sincerely,
Donne
Pearl,
I love your writing! :D Not only is it exciting and sweet, but it's suspenceful and emotional. There were
many chapters where I cried, laughed, and was eaten alive from suspense! When I think one thing is gonna happen, you surprise me by making the unexpected happen... All and all, you keep me on my toes with your writing! Thanks for writing Checkmate! :D
(Fluffy things r cute)
Pearl,
You're awesome. Plain and simple.
E350
Pearl,
You are an amazing writer and I hope that you continue and perfect your
skills. Writing more Danny Phantom fics would certainly be a nice surprise as
well ;D Ciao~!
(JapaneseAnimeFreak16)
Pearl,
Checkmate is a thrashing tornado of emotions, with of loop of mystery, a drop
straight to hell then a fly free trip back up. Thanks for taking us along for
the ride.
The One and Only (Shay-sama)
Heya Pearl!
What a great fanfiction you've written! I must say, I'm
definitely impressed. Also, I love it so much, especially Danny and Vlad
bonding with each other, it's just so cute! What a wonderful fanfiction
you've made, and you've also made so many Danny Phantom fans so happy. Thank
you so much!
hpenchantress
Pearl,
I supposed you have read, or are about to read the words "thank you" more
times than you can count in this mail^^
No wonder, though - your work did not only capture hundreds of people's
attention, making them practically obsessed with your stories(I refuse to
believe that I'm the only one who brims with anticipation at the prospect of a
new chapter) - it also inspired them to start writing their own fictions.
Seriously, there are so many fanfiction-fictions which are dedicated or based
on things that were written by you...It is nothing short of a testament of
your qualities as an author. You are exactly the kind of person that this side
needs^^
This said, I better stop babbling now, or I'll go on and on for hours - which
would get plain annoying, believe me... (Jack has nothing on me)
So, I wish you the best of luck with all your other stories and hope you will
continue bestowing us with your presence at this side^^
Greetings from Europe! DA (Dracon Asahara)
Pearl,
Thanks for the awesome stories, pearl. You should have been in charge of the
show!
Brittney (TexasDreamer01)
Pearl,
Your writing inspires me to look into my own writing and
put an extra 'oomph' in there, as I know you do. Thanks so much for this
amazing story. The characters emotions are there in every way and they
practically jump off the page at you. You can't help but be caught up in the
conflicts between Vlad and Danny, Vlad and Stephanie, and so on... I just hope
that my stories on this site will be as half as successful as yours. Love your
stories, Pearl! Keep up with the mind-blowing chapters like I know you will!
Youngarteest8, a devoted fan of 'Checkmate'
Pearl,
Dear Lord, it's over! -cries loudly- I loved it so!
-The Flying Taco
Pearl,
That's a great story Pearl, and I hope Butch can actually make it into a movie,
it'd be kinda odd because of phantom planetbut it still would be awesome!
Thanks,
Smarty (Smartyark01)
Dear Pearl84,
It has been around a year now, since I first clicked onto this
site and saw your fan fiction among the many others of Danny Phantom. At the
time I had read a few short stories, none of them exciting enough to remember.
The world 'Checkmate' has always interested me. The thought of no possible
means of escape is in itself a desperate and somewhat exciting notion
after all. Imagine my delight at finding an actual story with an incredibly
deep and engaging storyline. I must remember to keep this short, a challenge
to me I admit. The fan fiction Checkmate has always been my favourite. It is
written with intelligence, emotion and dedication. Your other works have also
been brilliant. Though I cannot hope to match your dedication to a full story
in this borderline short message, I hope what I write can show you how much I
love and cherish your stories and of course you yourself! You're one of a
kind, Pearl. Take care and don't you dare for even a moment think you aren't a
brilliant writer! Not to mention don't ever forget all these people who have
reviewed your stories, expressing their happiness and joy!
Awaiting your next post of brilliance eagerly,
Akira Kuran
To Pearl84,
You are a freakishly good writer. Your characterization alone puts you in my
top best most admired on this site (and I've been reading on here for a
loooong time). If Fanfiction had awards, I'd so vote for you on that one.
But... rambling :P I guess I'm just another nameless reader, but I hope you
know that your story kept me up late many nights because I just couldn't stop
reading. All the emotion and the time put into the story really shows, and for
your enormous word counts you pack up per chapter, you update pretty damn
fast. So thank you so much for pwning the Danny Phantom community in it's
entirety BD
- Maddy
(Monster Mads)
Heh-heh, pearl, you didn't expect this many people to respond, did ya? Well,
of course they would! And I couldn't pass up the chance, either!
When first asked to do this I thought—and STILL think—it was a TERRIFIC
and WONDERFUL idea! You deserve it all, you know, because it's very obvious
that a lot of people really like and appreciate you and your work.
And speaking of 'work', I know that this is a bittersweet note about the
ending of quite an epic of a story. I think it CERTAINLY has surpassed the
pages and words of a LOT of NOVELS! But it has also matched a lot of the
excitement of a 'can't-put-it-down' kind of novel as well! So, you most
undoubtedly deserve to be proud of 'Checkmate'!
But more than the work, just knowing you has been the real privilege and
delight for me! I had no idea over three years ago when I stumbled upon this
website and, more importantly still, stumbled onto the first story I read from
you, namely, "My Little Badger", that I would get to become friends with not
only an awesome author but also an even more awesome person! THAT has been
truly the BEST I could have ever hoped for when I joined fanfiction!
Well, I think that's all for now, otherwise there will be no more room for
anyone else to write anything. So, with that, I part with the words that Rick
said to Louie in the last scene of the classic film 'Casablanca'. Even after
this story goes down in FF history as one of the most awesome and epic stories
ever posted, I certainly hope ours will continue to be more than 'the
beginning of a beautiful relationship'. I hope and pray we'll be friends for a
lifetime!
Godspeed and I can't wait for more of your adventures in print and in life!
Truephan
Pearl,
Hi! *Waves* I'm not sure if you remember me or not, but I'm one of the newer members of The Hidden Pearl group and an avid reader of Checkmate. I was the person who put this document together and I made the banner.
I've been reading your stories since Checkmate first came out. I had no penname or status of fanfiction, but came across your story when I was bored one day and 'Googled' for 'Awesome Danny Phantom stories' and saw someone's review to your story. Now, at this time I had no idea what FF was, but I saw how much this person loved your story and figured I'd click on it.
And I'm so glad that I did, because from the moment I read the beginnings of your story, it made me addicted –to your story and FF- enough to get an account and write thirty-three fics as of now. So thank you so very much for opening my eyes to amazing writing in general, the fan fiction community, your deviant art group (it's awesome!), and what would happen if you went into depth with the relationship of these two.
I look back on your writing when I write Danny and Vlad fics. Every time, when I write a conversation I think deeper about keeping them in character like you always have and having epic plot twists that throw us deeper into the addiction that is Checkmate.
And I have a little story to tell you. Today I got a review for one of my stories involving Vlad and Danny. The reader was extremely nice and told me how well I had the characters in character, and she asked me how I keep them so solidly in character throughout the chapters. I didn't really even have to think about my response when I replied to her. I told her that whenever I write Danny and Vlad fics I can't help think in the forefront of my mind about Checkmate, and how I think about every mannerism and get it down to a science, because I aspire to have something half as realistic, entertaining, and overall fantastic piece of writing. I doubt I will ever get there, but hey… I have Checkmate to reread in the meantime. It's kind of funny how a fanfiction can influence a life so much, now that I think about it.
Now, four years later from that first prologue, you are going to finish this tale of Vlad and Danny. So, let me be the last to say thank you for writing Checkmate and giving us a four year epic tale that is probably the healthiest addiction that can be had. Thank you for giving the authors of fan fiction a story to love, compare to, and look up to with envy and awe.
You've brought fans from all over the globe together through Checkmate, and many people have become fast friends from chatting about your story or commenting on their contributions to your group on deviantart. So, you single handedly formed a bond between nations simply by your determination, talent, and creativity.
A large sense of a pure community really opens up to people as they open their minds to this fanfiction, and no matter how bad things have gotten for me in life… My day is always brightened immensely when I see a New Chapter Alert for Checkmate in my inbox.
And in conclusion, may I say… Stephanie Meyer *gags*, and all the other big time authors are looked down upon next to you. I seriously think that your stories are much more intriguing. You are one of the best writer of this day and age and no matter what you decide to do –whether it be writing novels, doing something completely unrelated, or writing more Danny and Vlad fics ( ) know that we will support you in whatever you want do.
(And if you ever need to start a Danny Phantom related mob… *grins evilly* I think you will have about half of the world behind you, and that's only a slight exaggeration.)
Thank you for writing Checkmate! We can't wait until you submit the sequel!
Kirby
(kirby77DP77)
And yet, even more people love your stories! Below this little paragraph are the names of people who would like to say how extremely gifted, talented, hard-working, nice, and dedicated you are. It may just seem like a giant list, but keep in mind that every single person who signed this absolutely loves your writing and hopes you continue on in the sequel!
Kirby77DP77
Dragondancer123
Candelight
Kagome
KaliAnn
DannyTimmygirl327
Aryaneragon4ever
JapaneseAnimeFreak16
Calamus
Tay1019411
PunkMichPhantom
Miriam1
TTCyclone
Animekitty47
deadlydaisy8o8
Nikevi
JamesvsDanny24
Kantrix Gabriel
New Ghost Girl
Fluffy things r cute
Alemantele
Thouqhts-of-Nothinqness
Chalicty
Invader Johnny
E350
TobyT
Master of Minds
dizappearingirl
truephan
TexasDreamer01
Akira Kuran
Shay-sama (The One and Only)
Writer's-BlockDP
Smartyark01
RandomFreakazoid
Dracon Asahara
P.A.W.07
Youngarteest8
The Flying Taco
hpenchantress
Midnayuki
Everwild
Shadowsonicstar
YaoiPinkRose
Donteatacowman
kdm13
Monster Mads
XxmoonlitxX
Angelus-alves
Martiny the one and only still
xheartkreuzx
Ivan's Kitsune
fairyprincesst
Monster Mads
Now let's look at some great points in Checkmate history!
The first review:
Queen S of Randomness 016
2006-04-25 . chapter 1
uh-oh...this cant b good...so vlad is trying 2 destroy danny's love life?...or just his life in general? anyway...AWESOME START! UPDATE SOON! ^-^
The first conversation between Danny and Vlad:
Danny looked around not finding any ghost in sight. "Uh! Can't these stupid ghosts leave me alone for two minutes!" he yelled angrily, his frustration flaring once again.
"A little edgy, aren't we Daniel?" Danny gasped knowing the voice all too well. He spun around, finding none other then Vlad Plasmius, giving him his usually smug look as he floated with his arms folded across his chest.
"Plasmius." Danny spat out venomously, his eyes glowing a little more then normal as his hands took on the same green glow. Vlad chuckled at the boy's reaction to his presence, the young hybrid was really good at masking his fear into aggression, but he could see right through it.
"Oh come now Daniel, I just want to have a nice chat with you." Vlad replied.
"Talk? I doubt it" Danny said, firing two ecto-blast at Plasmius before the man could gain any advantage over him. Vlad arched an eyebrow at the attack, becoming intangible at the last second; the twin blast passing through him harmlessly.
"That was pathetic Daniel, were you even trying to hit me?' he taunted.
-Checkmate Chapter 1: Spiraling Emotions
The first mention of Vlad muse!
[A/N]… I'm feeling extremely giddy from how late it is so my reviewers for this chapter will get a sneak peak at the next chapter, if you want it of course. huh, sounds like a bribe, doesn't it? Well it is! See? Vlad's getting into my head! Did I mention my muse is Vlad? Well he is and he's an evil little thing... he tranqulized Benji, my beta's muse and now Me Against the World can't update her stories! I sucked him in the thermos for that, but I had to release him today so he could help me with MLB. Problem is he overshadows me alot, hence why he is getting his way in this story... He's also making me write this pointless note here at the end. He's trying to manipulate you all! Run! mkay, that's enough. Ta! ...Vlad again.
Checkmate Chapter 10: Day One [Authors Note]
First creepy line of Vlad's:
"If I can't have love neither will you."
Checkmate Prologue
First line of Vlad's:
"Daniel, you are going to regret crossing my path; you have taken away from me what I want for the last time." Vlad stated darkly.
-Checkmate Prologue
First line of Danny's:
"In order: I'm doing just fine. And, no. It's still real quiet out here." He paused at the fact before adding in a mixture of sarcasm and amusement, "I don't know if I should panic or jump for joy at how quiet it is tonight..."
-Checkmate Prologue
Number of reviews as of June 24, 2011 at 9:37PM:
2,605
Aah ha! Moment (We Have Been Waiting for) for Danny:
Danny sadly smiled back; but then his mind jolted when Niane's close proximity and smile finally clicked something inside of him. Her smile. He had seen it before on someone else… No, not someone else…
"No way…," Danny breathed out, his eyes wide with disbelief. "You're his…"
-Chapter 78 "Who Am I?"
Line That Made All Of Our Hearts Drop (And Several of Us Cry):
"…You did good to send your friends away. We cannot return to Amity with them or it might raise too many questions," Vlad said distractingly, searching through his files for the right one. "We will just do as we planned ahead of schedule. I will call your parents after I talk with Jim so that—"
"I changed my mind."
Plasmius halted mid-sentence
-Chapter 78 "Who Am I?"
Awww! Moment That Vlad Would LOVE If He Wasn't Becoming a Raving Maniac:
This time, Danny chanced moving a bit closer, and when the man didn't tense this time, the teen felt a bit hopeful as he whispered, "Trust me, Vlad. Nothing will change. I just… can't stay. But, that doesn't change anything between us. I'm not gonna abandon or forget about you. I-I can't. Not anymore. Not when I know you are not who I thought you were. Not when I've learned so much about you, and in turn, so much about myself, and about… well, everything. I don't know if you realize it, but, I need you more than I let on sometimes—especially now that you've become so important to me. You've become my advisor, my teacher, my friend…because you're right: there are things about me that only you can understand, that only you can help me with and support me through. But above all that, I need you because, because you're… family to me now…"
-Chapter 78 "Who Am I?"
First Sentence of Checkmate:
The sun began to set over the town of Amity Park.
-Checkmate Prologue
So, as the sun sets on this little Ode to Pearl, I must thank you on the behalf of the entire Danny Phantom community and all of your fans. You have been and always will be an inspiration to us all, and I better stop with the compliments before I give you a (well deserved) swelled head.
Congrats on finishing your four (and a few more months) yearlong fanfiction. And we hope you hurry up with that sequel before we all die of anticipation!
Thank you,
Kirby and all the fans of Checkmate
A big thanks to…
truephan for taking a look at this letter and battling the pain of technology with me!
NewGhostGirl for being the guru of deviantart and TheHiddenPearl and looking at the banner for me.
For all of the fans of this fanfiction that entered in messages to Pearl.
My laptop: for only crashing four times. (Usually it crashes up to six, so I got very lucky. And you wouldn't believe the amount of flash drives I own…)
Freddie, my cat, for walking on my keyboard and adding his thoughts. (Freddie: nfdewo'fernqrbr3tf;q4598012[f3fb32gfh4i) I think that means 'We love Checkmate' or something like that… 8) )
And obviously, Pearl for creating the master piece that we have all rambled about for 4,000 words and 15 Word pages of this letter.
Please check out the banner on TheHiddenPearl if you haven't already!
kirby