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Joined 12-09-07, id: 1440778, Profile Updated: 08-16-13
Author has written 12 stories for Jade Empire, Star Wars, Desperate Housewives, Avatar: Last Airbender, Heroes, and Mass Effect.

Name: Nils. Or you can call me Outlander, if you prefer.

Age: 22

Country: Belgium

Native language: Dutch

Other languages: French, English

Twitter: Astinos

Consoles: Xbox360, PS3

Favourite games: Jade Empire, Knights of the Old Republic, Mass Effect, Uncharted, Heavy Rain

Favourite TV-series: The Wire, Battlestar Galactica, Heroes, Person of Interest, Spartacus

Favourite movies: The Matrix, Watchmen, 300, Rear Window, Star Wars

Favourite drinks: Palm, Dr. Pepper

Favourite food: Onions, peanut butter

Currently beta'ing: 'Mass Effect: Origin' by Osage. Go read it, now. You owe it to yourself.

Praise for 'Dreams of Sorrow':


-Won 2nd place in the August competition of Aria's Afterlife forum

-"what a gut-wrenching descent in dread and horror, all the more awful for its plausability" - skwishface

"So many lingering questions all wrapped up in a haunting account." - Osage

-"wow, that was bleak. and chilling." - bluekrishna

Praise for 'Vega's Valentine':

-"razor edged comments just thrown back and forth like ballistic missiles. you nailed their characters." - bluekrishna

-"a turn like that is usually reserved for the most empathetic of writers" - Averreus

Praise for 'Death conquers all':


-"Wow, this is a good piece. I don't even know where to start." - Palaven Blues

-"I can really feel Zaeed's personal hatred burning all through the fic." - thebluninja

-"This is brilliant! I love how grim and gritty it is." - Lady Amiee Krios

Check out any of my stories if you want! And if you're a fellow Mass Effect fan, be sure to come check out Aria's Afterlife forum here on fanfiction.net. It's a wonderful place, full of wonderful people, who will give you wonderful tips.

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Alliance Personnel File: LCDR SHEPARD, J by FluffyCannibal reviews
Shepard survived the Crucible. These are the Alliance files charting his time spent recovering in hospital. COMEDY, not to be taken too seriously. **WARNING** Shepard has hacked my account and is replying to all reviews. Proceed with caution.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 26 - Words: 18,515 - Reviews: 142 - Favs: 263 - Follows: 242 - Updated: 3/31/2017 - Published: 5/30/2013 - Admiral Hackett, Shepard (M)
Lone Survivor: The history of Zaeed Massani by thebluninja reviews
For the Aria's Afterlife "Under-served Character" contest. A look back at the history of Zaeed Massani, from picking up his first assault rifle pre-Contact to the end of the Reaper war. Selected in memory of Robin Sachs, RIP. Lots of swearing, which you should expect from Zaeed Goddamn Massani.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Drama - Chapters: 17 - Words: 23,648 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 10/8/2014 - Published: 2/6/2013 - Zaeed M.
Choices by Relena Mishima reviews
AU. Building a new personality to replace an existing one is difficult, even for Jedi. What if Revan's mind was intact when he was captured? When he remembers who he is, will he rise anew as the Dark Lord, or will he make different choices this time?
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 48,428 - Reviews: 58 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 132 - Updated: 6/6/2014 - Published: 10/5/2009 - Revan, Bastila S.
Mass Effect: Origin by Osage reviews
One year before the battle of the citadel Cerberus has completed their defection from the Alliance thanks to the enigmatic Armistan Banes. It is up to Commander John Shepard's brother Liam to keep them from getting stronger.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 42 - Words: 148,591 - Reviews: 160 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 5/18/2014 - Published: 12/10/2012 - Shepard (M) - Complete
If Only by Elidi reviews
AU "If only I'd known you when my daughter was taken from me." But the balance of power must always be maintained, and one altered event may change the destiny of an Empire… Plz R&R *REVISED THRU CHAPTER 5*
Jade Empire - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 51,420 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 4/12/2014 - Published: 2/27/2006
Master of Fact - OLD VERSION by Mr.Vaz reviews
OLD VERSION OF STORY. Please read new version - Master of Fact: Laws In Motion
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 10 - Words: 10,530 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 1/16/2014 - Published: 11/26/2012 - Garrus V., Ashley W., Kaidan A., Tali'Zorah
Mass Effect: A Deteriorating Antiphon by Aeternix reviews
The Reapers are dead. As Marcus Tyson (a human who hates the monotony of his life) just begins to accept the galaxy's peace, he finds himself involved with a rogue syndicate led by the enigmatic Raven. To the syndicate, this peace is a lie and all that remains is complacency. To Raven, no one is innocent and the message he brings will rattle the universe to the core.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Suspense - Chapters: 33 - Words: 186,929 - Reviews: 129 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 9/17/2013 - Published: 7/24/2012 - OC, Garrus V. - Complete
Good Enough by Osage reviews
Miranda Lawson's last moments on the collector base. [Written for Rev's July competition for Aria's afterlife]
Mass Effect - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 921 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 5 - Published: 7/18/2013 - Complete
Agents of Destiny by Rogue Requiem reviews
AU They had failed. New York had been destroyed. Hiro is determined to set things right by time traveling back a year to save the man who he believes is the cause for everything: Sylar. With the cheerleader by his side, how can they possibly fail again?
Heroes - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 43,047 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 104 - Updated: 7/2/2011 - Published: 10/31/2009 - Claire B., Sylar/Gabriel G., Hiro N.
Partners, Comrades, Friends by MitisVenatrix reviews
Coauthored by LunaMax1214. When the flirtatious warrior takes a hardened veteran under wing, both are left to wonder just who is being taught. A friendship fic with hints at something more, this is Teandra and Garrus' story, beginning on the Council steps
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 28 - Words: 73,112 - Reviews: 162 - Favs: 204 - Follows: 101 - Updated: 1/10/2011 - Published: 2/28/2010 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
Bamboo by Bearit reviews
After the fall of Two Rivers, Kia Min embarked on a journey that would lead her to becoming a prominent member of the Guild. This is the story of that journey. COMPLETED!
Jade Empire - Rated: T - English - Adventure - Chapters: 22 - Words: 45,057 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/18/2010 - Published: 12/1/2009 - Complete
Knights of the Old Republic: The Prodigal Knight by Gipper 40 reviews
A direct sequel to Knights of the Old Republic, taking place immediately after Darth Malak's defeat and culminating in the story of Revan's departure from the known galaxy. This story is in complete compliance with canon as dictated by Lucas Arts.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 44 - Words: 283,052 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 75 - Updated: 7/6/2010 - Published: 8/27/2008 - Revan, Bastila S. - Complete
A Dream of Blood and Snow by Freesourceful reviews
Fighting against an opponent as strong as herself, to save the Empire, Snow must stop at nothing to prevent the Ritual of Ascension from being completed. An alternate rendition of Dirge. ONGOING—SLOW UPDATES
Jade Empire - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Fantasy - Chapters: 21 - Words: 48,561 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 5/31/2010 - Published: 11/3/2005
The Diary of a Not So Normal Being by LittleMissRawr reviews
Hey, don't get sassy with me- Wait, did you just give me a nickname?" "What?" "Did you just call me 'Nor?" I questioned. "Nora, can you try to focus on the bigger picture here!" Peter half-screamed in my ear. Peter/OC later on. Chapter Nine up!
Heroes - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 28,156 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 5/24/2010 - Published: 8/4/2009 - Peter P.
Loyalties by Bearit reviews
Natia Brosca redefines loyalty through her relationships with Leske and Zevran. Written for LJ's 10iloveyou challenge.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 4 - Words: 3,832 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 1/7/2010 - Published: 11/22/2009 - Brosca, Zevran A.
Hang Me in the Morning, Before I See the Sun by Elwin Ransom reviews
Half a millennium after the Jedi Civil War, an outcast Jedi led a rebellion against the Republic. He was caught, tried, and died a villain. But he left behind a diary, compiled while imprisoned. It reveals his side of the struggle and the mind of a madman
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 16 - Words: 66,814 - Reviews: 73 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 6/15/2009 - Published: 1/21/2009 - Complete
The Weight of Glory by Elwin Ransom reviews
The tale of the Exile, Caius Lucullus, and his search for the missing Prodigal Knight. The Republic is teetering on collapse, while an unknown threat lurks in the Unknown Regions. Note: Message breaks re-inserted.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Drama/Tragedy - Chapters: 28 - Words: 214,203 - Reviews: 120 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 4/2/2009 - Published: 6/24/2008 - Complete
The Garden of Two Rivers by Bearit reviews
Tales of the students at Two Rivers School.
Jade Empire - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 34,285 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 2/19/2009 - Published: 3/28/2008 - Complete
The Heroes Parody Project by Spencer44 reviews
This week: The final chapter of the volume/story. Peter is trapped in a time rift, Fox is back and has Noah, Elle, and Mohinder held at gunpoint, hell is about to break loose and Nathan and co. are thrown in the middle of it.
Heroes - Rated: T - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 22 - Words: 129,719 - Reviews: 92 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 1/11/2009 - Published: 12/2/2007 - Complete
Star Wars Kotor III The Exile's Redemption by De Loup Noir reviews
Set straight after Kotor II darkside ending. The Exile's victory of Kriea is short lived when the unexpected return of a certain Prodigal Knight changes his ambitions towards a difficult redemption. violence warning. On Hiatus for the foreseeable future
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 78,147 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 11/30/2008 - Published: 3/2/2008
Unbreakable by Promised Flower reviews
...And now you run in search of the Jedi. They are all dead, save one. And one broken Jedi can not stop the darkness that is to come... This is the tale of a Jedi Exile and the Prodigal Knight. Update: BREAKABLE is up. This is the final chapter!
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 16 - Words: 85,797 - Reviews: 122 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 10/24/2008 - Published: 9/19/2006 - Complete
The Rise of Syn Anderson by Arrianos reviews
Post-KotOR & Kotor II. Syn Anderson, a young whippersnapper from a prominent family, begins on an amazing journey to planets and power he had never dreamt of...
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 21,899 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 1 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 7/23/2008 - Published: 7/13/2008
Joking Around by Sarcasm Turtle reviews
Fluffiness ensues in Shepard's quarters. Not very long, sorry. JokerxFemShep. R&R please :
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,110 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 4/25/2008 - Published: 4/12/2008
White Ribbon by Bearit reviews
Wu the Lotus Blossom reflects on how she has changed since leaving Two Rivers, and finally frees herself from her destiny. Open-Palm Ending.
Jade Empire - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,388 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/18/2008 - Complete
Echoes by moonmythology reviews
A PreKOTOR Exile story. Before the Jedi Civil War and the Mandalorian Wars, there was a girl named Aranel. This chronicles her adventures, joys and sorrows as a girl from Tatoine, forbidden love, battles in the Mandalorian wars, until her Exile.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 16,995 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 4/17/2008 - Published: 3/17/2007
Ordinary People by Bob the Robot reviews
Ordinary People are everywhere, but only a few have the chance to rise up and become heroes. HeroesOC.
Heroes - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 61 - Words: 196,266 - Reviews: 360 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 12/17/2007 - Published: 11/11/2006 - Complete
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Chakwas' half-blind date reviews
Commander Shepard tricks two of her crew members into a blind date that she masterfully orchestrates from behind the scenes. Written for Osage's January Blind Date Contest on Aria's Afterlife forum.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,479 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/21/2014 - Shepard (F), Zaeed M., Dr. Chakwas - Complete
Death Trap reviews
Commander John Shepard wakes up in a dark room, with no idea of where he is. Soon, his loyalty to his crew members is tested in a sick game of vengeance. If he wants to save them as well as himself, sacrifices will have to be made. Written for the Aria's Afterlife October challenge. Rated M for gore and violence. Chapter 10/10 uploaded. Complete.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Horror/Suspense - Chapters: 10 - Words: 9,847 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 10/31/2013 - Published: 10/7/2013 - Illusive Man, Shepard (M)
Control reviews
Javik is struggling to come to terms with galactic peace. One-shot. Post-control ending. Written for Aria's Afterlife September Challenge.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,575 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/18/2013 - Liara T'Soni, Javik - Complete
Mass Effect: Invictus reviews
With Commander Shepard killed in action, it's up to Ryan Zamora to protect humanity. Threats old and new lurk around the corner; the slightest mistake will mean open war or outright eradication. Features OC and established ME characters. Rated M to be safe.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 3 - Words: 16,261 - Reviews: 22 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 9/4/2013 - Published: 8/2/2013 - Ashley W., Admiral Hackett, Zaeed M., Aria T'Loak
Dreams of sorrow reviews
Plagued by dreams, Chakwas keeps a journal to record her nightmares as well as her dealings with the xenophobic citizens of Earth. One-shot, post-destruction ending. Written for the August competition of the Aria's Afterlife forum.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,999 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/12/2013 - Dr. Chakwas
Death conquers all reviews
They said it was a suicide mission, and they were probably right. But Zaeed Massani's going out a big goddamn hero! One-shot written for the July death scene contest of Aria's Afterlife forum.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 988 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 6 - Published: 7/20/2013 - Zaeed M.
Vega's Valentine reviews
Even James Vega doesn't want to spend Valentine's Day in solitude. Luckily, Purgatory is bustling with life, and one girl in particular has peaked his interest. One-shot. Rated T for some coarse language and sexual innuendo/suggestions.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,823 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 4 - Published: 2/11/2013 - James V., Jack - Complete
The making of an Emperor reviews
Emperor Sagacious Tien is dying. Only his son and heir, Prince Tiang, can save the legendary Emperor and stop the young Jade Empire from falling apart. in-progress
Jade Empire - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Supernatural - Chapters: 14 - Words: 67,799 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 1/4/2013 - Published: 12/11/2007
AntiHeroes reviews
A mighty new Hero rises, but does he want to save the world? This is the story of a young man who discovers his gift and is torn between life as a normal human and the life of a true Hero. Rated M, contains adult themes eventually.
Heroes - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Supernatural - Chapters: 18 - Words: 57,853 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 5/17/2010 - Published: 12/3/2009 - Complete
The Beneris Conflict reviews
A tale set 2203 years before the rise of the Galactic Empire. A Padawan walks the grey line between light and dark, while he and his Master have to solve a racial conflict on the remote planet of Beneris.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 14 - Words: 82,394 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 7/2/2009 - Published: 3/25/2008
A geek's love interest reviews
Summary: Dominic, a 15-year old classmate of Julie Mayer, is madly in love with her. She barely knows of his existence. When he decides to declare his love, a rival shows up... My first ever DH fanfic. Please let me know what you think...
Desperate Housewives - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,986 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 1 - Updated: 7/11/2008 - Published: 4/27/2008
Toph Bei Fong, the avalanche beater reviews
While Zuko and Sokka are out fishing, Toph goed for a little hike. She ends up getting more than she bargained for...
Avatar: Last Airbender - Rated: K - English - Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,271 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 2 - Published: 7/11/2008 - Toph - Complete