Stratagem Blue
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Joined 09-16-06, id: 1134914, Profile Updated: 10-05-08
Author has written 1 story for Moulin Rouge.

Updates (10-5-08): I have recieved several messages from my readers over the past few months, and I feel I owe you guys an explanation to my prolonged absence. I'm currently going through a family crisis, one that involves almost every member of my family and, as of yet, appears to have no end. I've also started college, and the distance is not helping the situation I now find myself in. My flare and passion for writing has diminished quite a bit, as I can't seem to concentrate long enough to make the words flow the way I use to, and although I'm not planning on abandoning my stories, the truth of the matter is that I might not get back to them for some time. I know it's already been a long time, but I kept thinking that things were going to smooth out and that I would be able to take up my stories again. I'm sorry, since that isn't the case, and since my stories are therefore going into hiatus for an undefined amount of time. I hope that if I ever get back to my writing in the next year or so, my readers will forgive me, and will still be able to enjoy my work. Until such time I can only offer my apologies, and wish all of you luck in finding and writing stories that create the kind of excitement I seem to be missing right now. Best wishes.

- Kayla

Updates (6-5-07): My biggest update is that I've changed my penname. I am now Stratagem Blue, a name that I thought of on the spur of the moment, and which captivated me entirely. phantomthought just lost its appeal after a time. I've also wrttien a few oneshots, and started a Moulin Rouge fic that I'm having a lot of fun with. I may or may not start another chapter fic for Phantom of the Opera after I'm done with my first love, The Last Grand Aria. I have a few more oneshots on the way, and I've also deleted two stories, (Exodus and The Spaces In Between) which lost merit in in my interest. That's pretty much it for now, so I hope you like what I've written so far, and that you will like what I write in the future. Adieu.

Hello everyone! Tis Kayla here, warm and friendly, ready to read and write as much as humanly possible. To anyone who cares, (and probably quite a few who don't), I just wanted to tell a little about myself and my dedication to the art of literature.

I'm 17 years old, currently working on two novels, historical fiction and just a modern fiction tale, and a book of poetry. I am a violinist, and I have traveled to many interesting places with my chamber orchestra, (Niagara Falls, St.Louis, possibly Atlanta in a few short months), and have a deep passion for the world of the stage. I read my first Dean Koontz novel in second grade, The Lord of the Rings in fifth grade, and I started reading Shakespeare in sixth; I don't say this to make myself out to be brainy or anything, only to reveal that with such completely different genres I have adapted a love for any kind of literature, and try to incorporate a mixture of realism and fantasy in my own work.

My favorite author is Stephen King, not because of the horror of his books or his colorful use of language, but because he captures the true nature of human reaction with just the right amount of feeling and fact. I also like Dean Koontz, as stated earlier, as well as Charles Dickens, William Shakespeare, Mark Twain, and David Almond, (although he has only written three books as far as I know). I tend to lean toward the older writings of classic authors because of their sincerity and enlightenment of the time in which they were written.

My Stories:

The Last Grand Aria: My most prominent work in progress, (though not the only one, I have more, they're just not posted yet). I'm completely enamored with it, mixing my love for writing and my favorite movie into one subject. I plan to follow it to the end, if only for my own sake, for Erik and Christine are as dear to me as any fictional character I will ever write about, and I need to do them justice.

A Ballad for the Devil: A Moulin Rouge fic that I have become quite fond of. I wanted to take the reality of the story and bend it, pursuing a science fiction twist that just seemed to fit so nicely. The characters are more vivid than any I've written so far, and I'm enjoying the fact that the story itself is playing out, making me just a narrator through which it is told.

Speak: A Phantom of the Opera oneshot that I wrote in one day. The idea took me over and I had to get it down into words. I'm very pleased with what came out and, once again, I incorporated my dearest Erik and his beloved into it.

Wicked Serendipity: Another Phantom of the Opera oneshot. It's Leroux based, a slightly different angle to the scene in which Erik lets Christine go; it was a very poignant experience for me in writing it, and I cherish it greatly.

The Reaper: A poem about - wait for it - Phantom of the Opera! Just a stream of thoughts depicting Erik's nature and his dark world, and of his relationship with Christine. It rhymed, which was why I had a blast thinking it up.

The World That Men Built: Yet another Phantom of the Opera oneshot, though I strayed from my normal romantic boundaries in this one. The story depicts a private meeting between Erik and Charles Garnier, in which they discuss the construction of a new opera house and the secrets that will be hidden within it.

My one true love is writing, and to be able to submit my work among other aspiring authors is quite remarkable. (I'm not sucking up for reviews, I've just read many inspiring fanfics and I like being a part of the gang). If you made it this far through my prattle, I applaude you. I can be very tedious when I talk about words and stories and things I love...

A last thought from phantomthought: All that is gold does not glitter, not all who wander are lost.-J.R.R. Tolkien

A new thought from Stratagem Blue: How far that little candle throws its beams! So shines a good deed in a weary world. -William Shakespeare

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Them by Footlights reviews
The worst sentence is, quite obviously, to inflict what he sees on everyone else. Kay-based. Three-shot.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Horror/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,154 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 7/29 - Published: 3/3 - Erik
The Measure of a Man by Riene reviews
Modern-day setting. Returning to her university town in the northern USA, Christine Daae meets two very different, intriguing men. R/C, E/C, angst, drama, romance, mystery. WIP.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: M - English - Romance/Mystery - Chapters: 31 - Words: 122,680 - Reviews: 733 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 158 - Updated: 4/12 - Published: 9/22/2017 - Erik, Christine, Raoul, Meg Giry
Second Chances Incorporated by Quiet2885 reviews
Life can be painful and cruel and unfair, sometimes to the point where death seems like the only option. Until now. Let Second Chances Incorporated give you a second chance. Modern AU. Light sci-fi. Second Chances Incorporated. If only it were really that simple…Complete except for possible epilogue.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 52 - Words: 247,639 - Reviews: 1137 - Favs: 139 - Follows: 162 - Updated: 11/13/2018 - Published: 9/5/2016 - Erik, Christine, Persian/Daroga, OC - Complete
The Chain Unbroken by inkblottales reviews
Follows the events of POTO. Erik is the architect of his own destiny - or so he thinks. Will Christine breach his defenses? Will the enemies who wish to destroy him succeed? Completed story.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Romance/Suspense - Chapters: 42 - Words: 198,767 - Reviews: 314 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 58 - Updated: 10/6/2017 - Published: 3/3/2011 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Ten Months Previously by Broken-Vow reviews
There was nothing left to her but questions and a short note. How could she ever be satisfied with that?
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 141,607 - Reviews: 361 - Favs: 135 - Follows: 90 - Updated: 12/16/2016 - Published: 5/27/2016 - Erik, Christine - Complete
A Second Chance by Riene reviews
In the days after the tragedy at the Opera, Christine risks returning underground to ascertain the fate of her former teacher. What she finds changes everything. Can an embittered man learn to love again? This is a new novel, and is set immediately after the ALW musical. Don't look for it to get any happier for a while. E / C Complete
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 83,280 - Reviews: 391 - Favs: 201 - Follows: 110 - Updated: 10/2/2016 - Published: 5/12/2003 - Erik, Christine, Meg Giry, Persian/Daroga - Complete
Volée by VeroniqueClaire reviews
Think of this as Down Once More: the extended, modern-day, jet set remix. Gunshot wounds, fast cars, first class flights, FBI in pursuit - but it's the quiet moments, the conversations, that leave Christine shaken. Hurtling towards her inevitable decision. COMPLETE.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 24 - Words: 141,774 - Reviews: 729 - Favs: 407 - Follows: 330 - Updated: 9/30/2016 - Published: 3/10/2006 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Revelations by Riene reviews
A thoughtful Christine reflects on what she's learned from marriage and about the man she loves. In part 2, Erik reflects as well. Short, E/C, complete.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,090 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 11 - Published: 7/1/2016 - Erik, Christine - Complete
If I Could Fly by jlgrant reviews
Time heals, but the heart does not forget. A bond forged in shadow strives for life in the light. ExC story. Complete.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 33 - Words: 157,194 - Reviews: 559 - Favs: 200 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 11/25/2014 - Published: 10/24/2008 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Der Erlkönig by gravity01 reviews
It is simple, really. Something was stolen from Erik. He wants it back. And he will stop at nothing until he gets it. EC. Eventually Modern.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Supernatural/Romance - Chapters: 44 - Words: 121,147 - Reviews: 825 - Favs: 352 - Follows: 226 - Updated: 12/17/2012 - Published: 12/11/2008 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Be My Shelter by Kurai Himitsu reviews
He found that he no longer had purpose. She needed shelter. Once more, he reluctantly found reason. [Multichapter fic]
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 41,503 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 7/15/2012 - Published: 10/9/2007 - Erik, Persian/Daroga
Left Behind by Counter Spark reviews
He supposed he was meant to regret everything he'd done. Fleeing the Dark Lord, saving a life. Actually falling for the Mudblood. But at the end of Bellatrix's wand, all Draco could muster was sadness at the fact that he'd only had one week with her. DHr.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,954 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 7/17/2011 - Published: 7/15/2011 - Draco M., Hermione G.
Her Twisted Providence by Maat reviews
Christine's life slips dangerously out of control as the shadow stalking her begins to manipulate her world. Month by month everything she believes in shatters as the stakes rise to include her life, her freedom and even her sanity. DarkModern Lerouxbased
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 38 - Words: 93,190 - Reviews: 514 - Favs: 215 - Follows: 113 - Updated: 7/7/2010 - Published: 6/23/2006 - Christine, Erik - Complete
Till Death by Flora Grey reviews
Erik lies on his death bed, clinging to the hope that Christine will fulfill a promise to return for a last goodbye before her wedding. When Raoul refuses to honor his word, Christine goes against his wishes and confirms all of his worst fears. Fills in Kay's "Missing Chapters".
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 16,685 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 28 - Updated: 6/5/2010 - Published: 2/1/2010 - Erik, Christine - Complete
The Calm Before the Storm by grey2thesun reviews
This first Eragon fan fiction book by my friend and I is the tale of two, young Riders, whose journies start before the Fall. Action, adventrure, evil, and more are here as in Eragon, even if all of Paolini's characters are not. Please read and review.
Inheritance Cycle - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Adventure - Chapters: 15 - Words: 22,508 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 3/24/2008 - Published: 10/29/2007
When All is Lost by Quiet2885 reviews
Modern. Will a deformed man's desire for revenge destroy the future of a young couple? Or were all three fated to begin this dark journey and face the evils of the past? A story of the struggle between hatred and love, vengeance and redemption. COMPLETE.
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: M - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 74 - Words: 306,625 - Reviews: 2372 - Favs: 648 - Follows: 210 - Updated: 12/30/2007 - Published: 5/16/2006 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Hope of Flight by Counter Spark reviews
What happened before Niki left for New Orleans? Hope, salvation, and afternoon flights in New York. NikiNathan.
Heroes - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,653 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/27/2007 - Nathan P., Niki/Jessica S. - Complete
The River by Indigo Bunting reviews
The Fellowship must cross a river before it can enter the land of Hollin. When disaster strikes, Sam and Legolas find themselves trapped between the river, a party of malicious strangers, and each other. A story about friendship and sacrifice.
Lord of the Rings - Rated: T - English - Adventure - Chapters: 18 - Words: 143,512 - Reviews: 405 - Favs: 770 - Follows: 145 - Updated: 9/20/2007 - Published: 4/8/2005 - Samwise G., Legolas - Complete
The Key by Counter Spark reviews
The War’s in full swing, and as people find the line between good and evil growing hazier by the minute, a bookish girl and a bitter boy find that they may very well hold the key to the others’ life. DHr.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 32,563 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 8/28/2007 - Published: 11/22/2006 - Draco M., Hermione G.
The Mask and the Slipper by Lady Rosesong reviews
EVER AFTER meets POTO. Erik has been sold into slavery by his evil stepmother and the thing he longs for most is revenge. However, by chance he meets a girl who stirs a new longing within him. There's just one problem: she's a princess. EC all the way!
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 61,056 - Reviews: 228 - Favs: 127 - Follows: 144 - Updated: 8/6/2007 - Published: 5/31/2007 - Erik, Christine
Spring Cleaning by Kurai Himitsu reviews
The new must always replace the old. . . [Drabble][Entry for Mort Rouge's 2007 Spring contest]
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 990 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 2 - Published: 7/5/2007 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Homecoming by Kurai Himitsu reviews
He felt as though, for the first time in his life, he was truly coming home. [Drabble][Second place winner for Mort Rouge 2007 Spring contest]
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 589 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 1 - Published: 7/5/2007 - Erik - Complete
A Panegyric to the Red Seraph by natureflea reviews
There seems to glow suspended in her pores a certain ageless halfbirth...
Moulin Rouge - Rated: T - English - Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,134 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 4 - Published: 5/2/2007 - Christian - Complete
Sad Truths by Counter Spark reviews
It’s been months since the Cure fiasco and the destruction of Worthington Labs, but Angel senses something strange is afoot when he steadily starts to lose his powers. Reluctantly, he asks for help from the only person he’s ever learned to trust...her.
X-Men: The Movie - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,566 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 4/29/2007 - Published: 6/17/2006 - Angel, Storm
Blackbird by Kurai Himitsu reviews
He could not fly, for he had never been free to do so. But she had given him his freedom at last. [Oneshot]
Phantom of the Opera - Rated: T - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,423 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 4 - Published: 3/16/2007 - Erik, Christine - Complete
Sakura Snows by Kurai Himitsu reviews
Ayame is depressed and only Shigure knows the real reason behind it. When Ayame takes drastic measures that force Hatori to see him in a new light, the Trio begin to sink into a dark web of lies, betrayal, and deadly secrets. [multichapter fic][COMPLETE!]
Fruits Basket - Rated: T - English - Drama/Tragedy - Chapters: 10 - Words: 32,187 - Reviews: 202 - Favs: 97 - Follows: 36 - Updated: 5/4/2006 - Published: 7/1/2005 - Ayame S., Hatori S. - Complete
A Mary Sue Alphabet by Irony-chan reviews
A's for Amanda Our hero's twin sister Got lost as a baby and Gosh, how he missed her...
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Poetry/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,497 - Reviews: 2802 - Favs: 7,097 - Follows: 564 - Published: 1/12/2005 - Complete
A Ballad for the Devil reviews
Christian has made a deal with the devil to save Satine's life. To do so, he must travel back to when it all began and cheat fate at its own game. In the end, he will discover whether love can overcome all obstacles, or whether Death is just too strong.
Moulin Rouge - Rated: T - English - Romance/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 18 - Words: 28,195 - Reviews: 136 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 1/13/2008 - Published: 4/16/2007 - Christian, Satine