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Joined 10-11-15, id: 7203881, Profile Updated: 09-01-19
Author has written 31 stories for Wild Wild West, StarTrek: The Original Series, and Black Saddle.

FORMERLY TRIPIDYDOODAH

I am English.

My image is a picture of my dog, Trip, a Jack Russell / Springer Spaniel cross, rescued from death-row in Eire (Southern Ireland). My name comes from the fact that my dog is always barking at the dog next door - a lurcher named Jim.

I've recently changed my avatar to show Trip in his new basket - nice and comfortable for a senior dog.

- I am determined to uphold the use of "shall" in the English Language.

- I hate it when people pronounce the letter "t" in "often". For one thing it makes nonsense of part of "The Pirates of Penzance".

I only found out about THE WILD WILD WEST in August 2015. My favourite episodes are TNOT Surreal McCoy and TNOT Fatal Trap.

Favourite SUITS episode is High Noon


I have written stories for WILD WILD WEST, BLACK SADDLE and CLASSIC STAR TREK

I am also a fan of THE BIG VALLEY, N.C.I.S., SUITS, and SHERLOCK


All reviews are very welcome. I take advice and criticism very well so don't be afraid. No bad language though - please

My favourite authors are:

Andamogirl (We regularly challenge each other to write a particular type of WWW story)

Silvershadow44

Wendy Vermonter

The Wild Wild Whovian

California Gal

Highland Gypsy

McGeeklover (Suits)

FBIEpidemic (Suits)

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ABC Challenge by FBIEpidemic reviews
ABC challenge, pretty sure everyone's seen enough to understand what they are if not catch a glimpse of the first chapter. Pretty much shameless angst and whump
Suits - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 24 - Words: 50,137 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 9/3/2018 - Published: 4/23/2018
A Christmas Mystery by Wendy Vermonter reviews
A flashback story about Jim and Artie's first Christmas together; A mystery to solve, beautiful women to kiss under the mistletoe, and surprise gifts!
Wild Wild West - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Western - Chapters: 18 - Words: 50,947 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 1 - Updated: 4/11/2017 - Published: 12/6/2016 - Complete
Envoi to Taken at the Flood by The Wild Wild Whovian reviews
A brief fixfic, because the ending of Taken at the Flood annoyed me. Oh, not Poirot's resolution of the case! No, it was Lynn Marchmont's choice of husband, especially her reasons for her choice. I suppose back in the day that would have been considered romantic, but nowadays… Well, I simply think she was being stupid. One-shot, complete.
Hercule Poirot series - Rated: K+ - English - Mystery/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 959 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 1 - Published: 2/8/2017 - Hercule Poirot - Complete
The Night of the Willful Witness by KayValo87 reviews
Jim and Artie get more than they bargain for when they are assigned to protect a young lady who is determined to complete a mission of her own.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Humor - Chapters: 20 - Words: 29,022 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 2/3/2017 - Published: 1/18/2017 - Complete
The Night of the (Under)handed Secretary by California gal reviews
A letter that arrives at the Wanderer sets off a chain of events that threatens to break apart the team of West & Gordon, and perhaps take their lives. They might need a little help from friends!
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 27,456 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/9/2017
Train Wreck by Wendy Vermonter reviews
The agents struggle to keep their lives and careers intact!
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Western - Chapters: 21 - Words: 59,605 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 11/27/2016 - Published: 4/17/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Little Man by Andamogirl reviews
Artemus Gordon is de-aged and James West has to deal with an 8-year-old partner. Boy-Artie's adventures with his big brother Jim.
Wild Wild West - Rated: T - English - Western/Adventure - Chapters: 6 - Words: 20,511 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 1 - Updated: 10/4/2016 - Published: 9/28/2016 - Complete
A Letter to a Friend by The Wild Wild Whovian reviews
The favorite villain of most fans of The Wild Wild West, I dare say, is the incomparable Dr Miguelito Loveless. The first few episodes featuring the little wizard are some of the best stories the series ever had, yet as time went on, the quality of the Loveless stories deteriorated badly. I offer here a letter Loveless might well have penned while musing upon this fact.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 939 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 3 - Published: 9/18/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Deadly Machine by Andamogirl reviews
Miguelito Loveless needs Artemus Gordon's help for his new wicked scheme, but of course he won't ask for it, but force the agent to do it against his will.
Wild Wild West - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 6 - Words: 19,269 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 9/16/2016 - Published: 9/12/2016 - Complete
The Night Of The Outlaw by Andamogirl reviews
Artemus Gordon suffers from a severe concussion, a sprained ankle, and a temporary amnesia. He returns home, to his mother's house, for his recovery. Adventures ensue and something else arises, painful and personal. This story features a cat and a kitten as guest stars.
Wild Wild West - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 6 - Words: 25,571 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 6/14/2016 - Published: 6/6/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Widower by LeeLee Rob reviews
Jim's new wife appears to die during a European honeymoon with newlyweds Artie and Lily. But things are not as they seem. A familiar old enemy has gone too far this time! Jim and Artie's resources will be pushed to the limits. Lily's help is critical too. Conclusion to a trilogy, but not necessary to read the prior stories which are briefly recapped in a preface. 18 ch. COMPLETE!
Wild Wild West - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 18 - Words: 50,942 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 5/5/2016 - Published: 4/27/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Deadly Opera by Andamogirl reviews
Episode-tag. This story takes place directly after the end of "TNOT Whirring Death." Artemus Gordon accepts to sing the lead role in the opera "Fidelio" at the demand of an old friend of his, Signore Modena, the conductor of the Roma Orchestra. Dr. Miguelito Loveless and Voltaire are still around, preparing something wicked.
Wild Wild West - Rated: T - English - Western/Adventure - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,658 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 3/24/2016 - Published: 3/20/2016 - Complete
Fixfic: The Night of the Running Death by The Wild Wild Whovian reviews
A little one-shot, because the stargazing scene in TNOT Running Death annoys me: Jim ought to know where the Big Dipper is!
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,099 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 2 - Published: 3/24/2016 - Complete
The Night of the First Mission by Andamogirl reviews
Captain James T. West and Captain Artemus Gordon first meeting during the American Civil War. The beginning.
Wild Wild West - Rated: T - English - Western/Adventure - Chapters: 6 - Words: 15,208 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 2/28/2016 - Published: 2/24/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Greek Tragedy by The Wild Wild Whovian reviews
The highlights of a scientific conference in Denver include archaeological treasures from a recent dig in Asia Minor, with Our Heroes in charge of security. But it isn't long before the treasure proves to be other than expected — and soon after that, the first body falls.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Adventure - Chapters: 15 - Words: 30,155 - Reviews: 65 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 2/5/2016 - Published: 1/4/2016 - Complete
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The Night of the Victorian Plot part 2 - Welcome to America reviews
A sequel which is AU. Having followed Herr Lieblosen to America the English James and Artemus are having way too much fun but Doctor Loveless soon puts an end to that. Equal digs at America and Great Britain.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure - Chapters: 15 - Words: 24,251 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 1 - Published: 7/23/2018 - Complete
TNOT Death Masks - Epilogue reviews
I loved the end of TNOT Death Masks but I couldn't leave it at that. So I have written an epilogue that explains a few things. Written for a challenge issued by Andamogirl.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 623 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 6/22/2018 - Complete
Tangled Reins reviews
Gib and Clay fell out over the fact that Clay's mentor arrives in town in the episode "The Apprentice" and causes trouble. This one shot comes after the episode "The Return" and examines what their relationship is by then. There is also the question of Nora Travers.
Black Saddle - Rated: K - English - Drama/Western - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,010 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 5/8/2018 - Gib Scott, Clay Culhane - Complete
Jim's Confession reviews
After watching TNOT Bars of Hell for the umpteenth time I was still left with a question and I thought Artie probably was too. I hope this goes some way to answering that question. If not, or if you didn't even think there was a question then I apologise.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,487 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 5/7/2018 - Complete
The Night of the Dubious Plot Device reviews
Despite the title this story is not intended to be humourous. I chose it because the subject matter is a sensitive one. The story begins at the end of TNOT Bogus Bandits. I like Artie too much to make him suffer so that falls to Jim. This has been hanging around for a while. Please treat it kindly if you feel you can. If you hate it I wouldn't be surprised.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 18,287 - Reviews: 46 - Published: 1/28/2018 - Complete
The Night of the Victorian Plot reviews
This story is the result of a challenge I made to Andamogirl. She said make it hard so I challenged her to transpose the boys to another country of our choice. Tea plays a large part in my story. I have been accurate in many respects and made up a lot of stuff as well. My story takes place in November 1875 – a momentous year in British history. To find out why read on.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Parody/Crime - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,882 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 11/6/2017 - Complete
The Night of the Listening Horse reviews
Another short story or vignette that I just thought I'd throw in there. Yes, I know that Jim always seem to be beating on Artie in these things. I can't help it. By the way, my dog looks nothing like the photo now as he has a beard, bushy eyebrows and a curly coat. I wonder if it's a disguise.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 508 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 10/17/2017 - Complete
The Night of the Obvious Solution reviews
Summary: Someone has carried out a theft under extraordinary circumstances. Jim and Artie are assigned to solve the crime but find they need a little help from their friends.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Crime/Mystery - Chapters: 11 - Words: 17,199 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 1 - Published: 10/16/2017 - Complete
A Diamond of the First Water reviews
A retelling of the episode "The Night of the Burning Diamond" from the perspective of Lucretia Ivrovin. I have been guilty of reprieving my female baddies in the past and I'm afraid this is no exception.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,133 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 10/10/2017
Back to Back reviews
A missing scene from The Night of the Burning Diamond. I just have to say that I loved Artie in that hat but he's not wearing it in this scene.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 318 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 10/8/2017 - Complete
The Night The Laundry Arrived reviews
I've pondered on a certain item of James West's clothing and it gave me no pleasure so I decided to provide a solution acceptable to me. Just a quick one that took me an hour to write.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 757 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 9/27/2017 - Complete
The Night that the Truth was Revealed reviews
This story takes place after the episode "The Night that Terror Stalked the Town" but it actually provides an alternative explanation of what happened once James West left the restaurant with Marie at the beginning. Please suspend your disbelief when it comes to places and other technical stuff. I HAVE REPLACED CHAPTER 6. I GOT TWO EPISODES CONFUSED. SORRY
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 14,725 - Reviews: 24 - Published: 9/20/2017 - Complete
TNOT Fatal Paws reviews
Andamogirl suggested we write a story where Jim West is a dog and Artemus Gordon is a cat. I have cheated a little. Sorry about that, Andamogirl. Anyway I wrote this to amuse myself and hopefully my husband, though he is worried that I will receive hate mail from cat lovers. I have used breeds that didn't exist at the time WWW is set - sorry.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,648 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 8/25/2017
The Night of the English Invasion reviews
This is a sequel to my story TNOT MARDI GRAS. James West and Artemus Gordon are travelling to Beaumont, Texas because of a promise Artie made to his friend Rebekah 'Sweetie' Kirby (née Sweetman). If you are unacquainted with Sweetie you might like to read TNOT FLOUNDERING FEMALE and TNOT Mardi Gras.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 12 - Words: 18,774 - Reviews: 34 - Updated: 3/12/2017 - Published: 3/6/2017 - Complete
The Night of the Gunfighter reviews
This is a vignette based on a scene from "The Night of the Surreal McCoy", from James West's POV. This is the second part of a challenge between Andamogirl and me. To the second guest who reviewed, extra helping of thanks for your support. I removed a review not because it was bad but because of the language used. You can say my work is rubbish but no expletives please.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 800 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 9/23/2016
The Night of the Near Fatal Trap reviews
Hard to describe tale of how Jim and Artie take on a mission that leads them back to Washington. Some disguises and lots of dialogue.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Crime - Chapters: 12 - Words: 16,914 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 2 - Published: 9/14/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Apology reviews
At the end of TNOT Big Blast, Artie's proposal of marriage is turned down by Lily Fortune. But you can't leave it there, and neither could Artie. But what part did Jim play? Just a lighthearted peek at a romantic Artie.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,496 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 7/1/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Hell-Fire reviews
During the episode TNOT Flying Pie Plate, the boys are upstairs in the saloon and it looks like something might be wrong with Jim.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 468 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 6/29/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Mardi Gras reviews
Jim and Artie are enjoying themselves at Mardi Gras. What could go wrong? There are references to my previous stories TNOT Mexican Revenge and TNOT Floundering Female. You don't need to have read them to understand the story though. Please read and review.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 11,902 - Reviews: 19 - Published: 6/23/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Floundering Female reviews
Jim and Artie are on well-deserved leave when they run into a female. Chaos ensues. I apologise for my ignorance in the matters of geography, science and medicine. I have posted the remaining chapters. Please write a review, if you have the time. Many thanks to those who already have.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 17,279 - Reviews: 21 - Updated: 6/1/2016 - Published: 5/30/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Problem with James West reviews
At the end of TNOT Absentee Agent, Artie hinted that there was another story about what happened between his arrival back in Washington and his arrival in New Orleans, on the Wanderer. This is that story. It's about James West even though he is not in it a lot.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,394 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 1 - Published: 4/28/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Tiny Jim reviews
This is an interlude during TNOT Raven. It was something I wanted to know and so I got Artie to ask.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 357 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 4/17/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Absentee Agent reviews
This story is told during TNOT Diva, when the boys have a moment alone, away from their babysitting duties. But it takes place during the six months Artie was away in "Washington". Warning - this is one for the fans of Artemus Gordon.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Family - Chapters: 19 - Words: 29,606 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 1 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 4/16/2016 - Published: 3/3/2016 - Complete
Bouquets and Barbs reviews
Artie is back from Washington and he has a question for Jim which causes some fall-out.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Drama/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 978 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 3/23/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Mexican Revenge reviews
A sequel to TNOT Man-Eating House which tells what happens when they turn up at the real house at the end of the episode. Not paranormal in any way. Jim is injured and there's a mad plot afoot. The sheriff still has no name. Would be grateful for reviews.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 6 - Words: 11,964 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 2/6/2016 - Published: 1/21/2016 - Complete
The Night of the Dark Glasses reviews
This is a sequel to TNOT Howling Light, in which Jim's conduct is looked at in a different way. Artie once more sticks by his best friend and sorts things out in the end.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Drama - Chapters: 5 - Words: 12,504 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 3 - Updated: 12/24/2015 - Published: 12/13/2015 - Complete
The Night of the Geographical Error reviews
Jim and Artie have a problem knowing where they are and can it be that easy to travel from Washington to California. This story cam about because it's easier to move places around than remember where they are. I have removed the original version of this story because my beautiful, amusing and inventive scene dividers did not make it into the previous version. Sorry
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,893 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 12/6/2015 - Complete
The Night of the Asylum Breakers reviews
Senators are being sent mad. Who is behind it all and what do they hope to achieve? James West needs to be restrained.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,167 - Reviews: 5 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 11/21/2015 - Published: 11/18/2015 - Complete
The Night of the Glass House reviews
I don't know if anyone has already covered this but these questions need to be asked, if not answered. Just a short conversation between James and Artemus.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 202 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 1 - Published: 11/15/2015
The Enemy on Board reviews
This story explores what might have happened if, in the episode "The Enemy Within", the positive version of Captain Kirk had been killed by the negative one during their fight in sick bay, and what difference it would make to the next episode, "The Naked Time".
StarTrek: The Original Series - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,184 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 1 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/12/2015 - Complete
The Night of the Night in Confusion reviews
Jim's confused, Artie's confused and I'm confused. If you read this, you will be. The story comes from something Midas said in TNOT Burning Diamond.
Wild Wild West - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,845 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 11/11/2015 - Published: 11/9/2015 - Complete