starlightarcherhide bio
 Author has written 8 stories for Mass Effect, Harry Potter, and Dragon Age. I've never been particularly good at summarizing myself- hopefully you'll bear with my stories regardless. Like everyone else on this site, I love writing (to say nothing of reading!). To me stories are some delightful combination of relationship and journey. You build rapport with characters, and emotionally invest in them. Exploring ways they could be different, ways the plot could have been different- in many ways feels necessary for me. This probably harkens back to my incredible love and need to be part of the creative writing process. I'm hardly content to sit back and let the story come to me- I need to engage with the story, to become part of it, rather than a spectator. Predominantly I write pieces derived from my Bioware game play-throughs. In the grand tradition, I love Dragon Age and Mass Effect in particular. However, don't count me out for a Lord of the Rings or Labyrinth retelling one day! I do welcome reviews and constructive critiques. One can't get better without the help of correction and encouragement in equal measure. Completed Works- Letters and Questions: Dragon Age 2 oneshot. An conversation between Hawke and Cullen. Accusations are made, old wounds are exposed, and an upspoken agreement is reached by discussing everything but the elephant in the room. Lifetimes- A Memoir: A piece as told by one Bellatrix Lestrange. Her journey told briefly in her own words. (It's my attempt to try to climb inside the mind of a psychotic sadist, and explore the love she has for a man who will never and can never love her back) Improvised Explosions: Just a quick piece, a moment between Thane and Shepard. It seems rather innocent at first, but our actions speak far louder than our voices and theirs are practically screaming volumes. The Things You Don't Know: A short Mass Effect story about mourning, friendship and how love can sometimes be expressed by keeping silent. Stories In Progress- The Cost: A rendition of my Dragon Age: Origins character. Story follows the game plot for my Elf Mage, and includes some creative license towards the end. (Story retitled) Working Title At Present: A Dragon Age 2 story, involving FemHawke (mage) and everyone's favorite broodsome elf. (This piece is still in the very early stages) If anyone can recommend beta readers, please feel free to pm me, I'm always looking for input! Thanks for reading!! |
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The Fortunate Favourite by Amorissy reviews
The first time he met her, she breezed into his city in search of information, the Thalmor on her heels, and she left nothing but questions in her wake. Now, the winter brings her back to him, seeking a sanctuary only he can provide. This time, his services will cost her - perhaps more than she is willing to pay. (Book Two of the "Archer's Paradox: Shadowmarked" quartet.)
Elder Scroll series - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 66,746 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 99 - Updated: 8/19/2018 - Published: 12/12/2013 - [Brynjolf, Dragonborn/Dovahkiin]
Only the Fallen May Rise by Jessica Pendragon reviews
Months after the final battle, Solas reaches out for help in completing his quest. Keela must make a decision between changing the world to restore her people or forging a new path for all. Neither choice is without consequences.
Dragon Age - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 38,045 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 8/23/2015 - Published: 1/25/2015 - Inquisitor, Solas, Lavellan - Complete
In Another World by Arcane of Thedas reviews
The dreaded Solas romance scene from Solas' POV. Inspired by a very recent podcast with Patrick Weekes, in which he describes what Solas was thinking during that scene. Seriously needed to get this out of my system before I spontaneously imploded from feels. I actually went wawa as I wrote this, by the way. True story.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,322 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 5 - Published: 1/2/2015 - Solas, Lavellan - Complete
Sleepless by TortiQuercu reviews
For weeks, her sleep had been fitful. The Inquisitor's dreams have been haunted since the fall of Corypheus, and it cannot continue. A short Lavellan/Fen'Harel/Solas angst piece with game spoilers.
Dragon Age - Rated: K - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,765 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/29/2014 - Inquisitor, Solas, Lavellan - Complete
Stupid Names by LovelyFarron reviews
The alcohol was really beginning to get to her, temper rising for no good reason. She was above such petty insults and Edward was above giving them—usually—but the poison had taken hold of them both and she was beginning to lose her wits. "Then it's a good thing it's mah name to use and not yers."
Assassin's Creed - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,382 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 12 - Published: 2/3/2014 - [Edward K., Mary R.] - Complete
Nemesis by omnomanon reviews
Marian Hawke, Champion and mage, encounters an old friend for the first time since the Gallows. After a fierce and brief encounter, they begin a wild trek through Thedas, seeking both a greater enemy as well as their own redemption in each others' eyes.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 15 - Words: 192,399 - Reviews: 196 - Favs: 175 - Follows: 206 - Updated: 5/29/2013 - Published: 9/8/2011 - Hawke (F), Fenris
Haunted by Waters by FraochDubh reviews
Shepard's new Spectre status puts her on the path to save the galaxy, among other things. Unbeknownst to her, it also puts her on the path to an assassin who is becoming increasingly disturbed by the long-dead emotions seeping into his consciousness. Spans ME1-3. Some liberties taken with canon. Characters & fictional places are property of BioWare.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 4 - Words: 3,642 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 5/18/2013 - Published: 5/15/2013 - Shepard (F), Thane K.
Slipping by Lindira reviews
In his final days, Thane slips into memories of his last love. A love story in glimpses and stolen moments. F!ShepxThane. Spoilers for Mass Effect 3. Complete.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 13 - Words: 25,473 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 80 - Updated: 4/22/2013 - Published: 3/29/2012 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
Welcome to the Neighborhood by Science3927 reviews
Buffy and Dawn have just moved, and Buffy's already made an enemy: her jerk of a next-door neighbor, Spike. Can Dawn's unlikely friendship with Spike soothe the tension between the adults-and possibly turn it into something much more pleasant?
Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 16 - Words: 72,346 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 98 - Updated: 4/17/2013 - Published: 12/24/2011 - Spike, Buffy S.
The Mountain and The Sea by Alexis.Danaan reviews
Hermione Granger was perfectly happy with her life, her job as a Healer Trainee, her ugly cat and her cute little house in the countryside. And then Draco Malfoy had to go and mess that all up, typical git. Post-Hogwarts, EWE, OOC, creature!fic. 18
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 43,464 - Reviews: 662 - Favs: 3,080 - Follows: 806 - Updated: 7/19/2012 - Published: 4/18/2011 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
Windows to the Soul by geekreader42 reviews
Dragon Age 2 fanfic from beginning to end. F!Hawke/Fenris romance eventual, shenanigans and adventure abound. Rated M. This is my first try, so please rate and review!
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 95,160 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 73 - Updated: 5/19/2012 - Published: 6/28/2011 - Fenris, Hawke (F)
Sugar Sweet Scuffle by Exia reviews
Before ME3 shattered all our hopes and dreams, there was this. Thane, Shepard, and Kaiden. On the Normandy, together. Taking on the Reapers with LI's old and new! COMPLETE
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,322 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/20/2012 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
At the Violet Hour by kalenel reviews
This story explores the events in "For Such Loss, Abundant Recompense" from Thane's POV. You probably ought to read "For Such Loss..." first.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 18 - Words: 117,772 - Reviews: 264 - Favs: 296 - Follows: 136 - Updated: 4/15/2012 - Published: 4/30/2011 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
Rising Tide by Fluidfyre reviews
Post ME2/Pre-ME3 . In the wake of destroying the Collector, Commander Shepard takes what moments of joy life can give, as they are precious few compared to the duty that compels her, and the threats she must face. But she isn't alone.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 65,020 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 4/3/2012 - Published: 5/16/2010 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
Abstracted by orchidcactus reviews
f!Shepard/Thane. All things must eventually go to the sea, and some kisses are bitter with the taste of goodbye.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,054 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/16/2012 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
Graveyard Valentine by Bex-chan reviews
Hermione thought she was the only person in the world who would spend Valentine's Day in a Graveyard, but she was wrong. He's there. Every single year, with his gloves, roses, and answers. Dramione Valentine's Day one-shot. Post-Hogwarts. EWE.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,193 - Reviews: 1322 - Favs: 4,005 - Follows: 663 - Published: 2/13/2012 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
Everything That Matters by brownc0at reviews
In which Joker is guilt-ridden and sarcastic, Shepard is oblivious, and there are gratuitous references to zombies. FemShep/Joker, set during ME2.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 22,809 - Reviews: 124 - Favs: 176 - Follows: 207 - Updated: 1/7/2012 - Published: 2/28/2010 - Shepard (F), Joker - Complete
Don't Let Malfoy Drive the Bus by Rumaan reviews
One-shot. It's New Years Eve and Hermione is stuck trying to get a drunk Ron and Harry home. Just as she is nearly home and dry, a complication comes in the form of Blaise Zabini and a toddler with Malfoy's hair. She should have just stayed in this year.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,842 - Reviews: 107 - Favs: 607 - Follows: 97 - Published: 12/31/2011 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
Second Chances by Thoughts Left Unspoken reviews
Fenris is haunted by memories of a past life that he shared with Hawke.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,016 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 9 - Published: 12/14/2011 - Hawke (F), Fenris - Complete
Old Habits by orchidcactus reviews
f!Hawke/Fenris. "He knows he needs to tell her, offer her the chance to understand markings such as his go much deeper than skin. The schism between knowing and doing, however, feels infinite."
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 8 - Words: 14,562 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 8 - Published: 11/26/2011 - Fenris, Hawke (M) - Complete
This Curse to Bear by frostykitten reviews
"You're going to help me kiss all the girls in Hogwarts until I find the one that's going to save my life?" He asked. She wrinkled her nose in distaste, knowing she was going to regret this. "Yes." Draco's a Veela, Hermione helps him find his mate. DM/HG
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 23 - Words: 81,492 - Reviews: 1671 - Favs: 4,646 - Follows: 1,692 - Updated: 9/13/2011 - Published: 4/20/2011 - Draco M., Hermione G. - Complete
Best Just let me Be by BrokenSolitude reviews
Set during the return from Davy Jones' Locker in "At World's End." Captain Barbossa tells the tale of what it's like to be dead...and then be raised again, for a purpose not of his own. One-shot.
Pirates of the Caribbean - Rated: T - English - Supernatural/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,867 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 6 - Published: 8/19/2011 - Hector B., Tia D. - Complete
The Hand That Weaves by sm.bean reviews
Set during DMC, Blackbeard visits Tia Dalma to find answers about his future. He may leave with the power of voodoo, but he can't comprehend what fate she weaves him.
Pirates of the Caribbean - Rated: T - English - Horror/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,385 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/19/2011 - Blackbeard/Edward T., Tia D.
Tattoos of the heart by cvreitzer reviews
Fenris wears Hawke's favor and crest, but Hawke has nothing to return the thought. She gets a tattoo and this thrills and horrifies Fenris. See story for better summary. two shot.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,606 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 6/3/2011 - Published: 5/31/2011 - Fenris, Hawke (F) - Complete
If It Kills Me by Hidge reviews
Hermione has returned to Hogwarts for her 7th year but things have changed since the fall of Voldemort, including Malfoy. The relationship that develops between her and Malfoy is one that she would have never expected, and one that complicates everything.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 31 - Words: 101,253 - Reviews: 1041 - Favs: 2,464 - Follows: 914 - Updated: 6/2/2011 - Published: 10/10/2009 - [Draco M., Hermione G.] - Complete
For Such Loss, Abundant Recompense by kalenel reviews
And here we have a series of scenes exploring different facets of a developing relationship between FemShep and Thane. It's not love at first sight for these two, and like any two people they have to work at understanding each other.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 48,082 - Reviews: 187 - Favs: 429 - Follows: 118 - Updated: 4/25/2011 - Published: 1/16/2011 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
Communication Breakdown by littleblackdog reviews
An accident in the Black Emporium has some unexpected effects, transforming Fenris into a little boy. Time will fix the problem, or so claims Xenon, one way or another. Fenris/F!Hawke.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,266 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 156 - Follows: 14 - Published: 4/25/2011 - Hawke (M), Fenris - Complete
Permission by Josie Lange reviews
A one-shot story born of a Cheeky Monkeys challenge. F!Hawke has just returned from the abandoned slaver den after sending Hadriana to meet the Maker. An apologetic Fenris comes to visit later that evening. Takes place during "A Bitter Pill." Complete.
Dragon Age - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,614 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/16/2011 - Hawke (F), Fenris - Complete
What the Room Requires by Alydia Rackham reviews
Hermione is the one who finds Draco weeping in the bathroom. He flees. She chases him into the Room of Requirement, and the room forces them to face their greatest fears together in order to find the door.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 111,821 - Reviews: 4393 - Favs: 6,787 - Follows: 1,917 - Updated: 2/10/2011 - Published: 12/5/2010 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
Unmasked by RZZMG reviews
Divorcee-single dad Draco Malfoy goes to the Yule Charity Masquerade and sees the woman of his dreams, but will Hermione Granger still want him when he's finally unmasked? One-shot. Post-Hogwarts EWE. Dramione/Draco x Hermione. Romance/Drama/Hot Shag. Story won 2nd Place-"BEST DRACO" at the 2010 Winter Round of the HP Fanfic Fan Poll Awards-see profile for details. COMPLETE!
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 19,341 - Reviews: 176 - Favs: 1,707 - Follows: 235 - Published: 12/22/2010 - Draco M., Hermione G. - Complete
Fascination by Fury me reviews
They are being watched. They are being watched by someone who wants to know their secrets. They are being watched by... Oneshot
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Mystery - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,686 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/10/2010 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
How We Imagined Light by horcruxnumber8 reviews
The war is over, and while the rest of the Wizarding World drowns their sorrows in champagne and celebratory balls, Hermione finds comfort in an unconventional way…and with the most unexpected person. D/Hr, EWE.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,360 - Reviews: 202 - Favs: 1,547 - Follows: 162 - Published: 12/27/2009 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
No Comment by Lady Mage reviews
“Are you blind, Granger? How much more obvious do I have to get? I watch you all the time, and I kissed you good morning!” “So what, Malfoy?” “I BLOODY WELL FANCY YOU, THAT’S WHAT!” Hermione and Draco dialogue, Christmas of their seventh year. One-shot.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,208 - Reviews: 93 - Favs: 405 - Follows: 49 - Published: 12/8/2008 - Hermione G., Draco M. - Complete
The Lady and the Knight by Jack Hawksmoor reviews
Sarah's made a great life for herself, but Jareth has a problem. Will Sarah help him? What will it cost her if she does? J/S *Tiny Shirtless Jareth included*
Labyrinth - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 66,312 - Reviews: 589 - Favs: 1,020 - Follows: 196 - Updated: 6/10/2008 - Published: 4/18/2008 - Complete
Unspoken Rules Should Be Broken by CelticSass reviews
Blaise, Hermione, and Draco shared a relationship, now Blaise is dead, and Hermione and Draco are confused as to where they stand with one another.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 14,766 - Reviews: 130 - Favs: 420 - Follows: 102 - Updated: 9/29/2007 - Published: 9/19/2007 - Draco M., Hermione G. - Complete
Only the Cold by blue movies reviews
While in Charms class, Vincent Crabbe muses about Draco Malfoy's feelings for Hermione Granger. Oneshot. Complete.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,341 - Reviews: 232 - Favs: 923 - Follows: 113 - Published: 7/19/2007 - Draco M., Hermione G. - Complete
Bus Stop by Marmalade Fever reviews
Every morning, Draco and Hermione meet at the bus stop. A romance revolving around an umbrella. DMHG Post HBP COMPLETE Winner at the Dramione Awards.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 15,486 - Reviews: 1160 - Favs: 4,290 - Follows: 671 - Updated: 3/30/2007 - Published: 12/1/2006 - Draco M., Hermione G. - Complete
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Wasteland
Grief and loss connect us, breaking down barriers of age, race, gender, species. And recovery is like crawling through a vast wasteland, so who better to go with you than someone else battling their own grief? Shepard leans on the one other person aboard the Normandy who understands what it's like to lose a spouse.
Mass Effect - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,271 - Favs: 1 - Published: 10/21/2013 - Shepard (F), Steven C. - Complete
The Cost reviews
Everything comes at a price. The only way to truly learn this, is to live it. This is the story of Surana the mage, who became a Hero. The woman who felled dragons, saved nations, and loved a good man. SuranaxAlistair. Rated T for now, expect this to change later.
Dragon Age - Rated: T - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 5 - Words: 21,244 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 8/26/2013 - Published: 9/14/2012 - Surana, Alistair
Knew You When reviews
He didn't know what they'd find on Mindoir, but what he never expected was a survivor who would come to mean as much as any child. Her parents were gone & he never had children- but in each other they'd get to have a bit of family. Sometimes those who see you at your lowest can help you rise to your very highest.
Mass Effect - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,163 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/24/2013 - D. Anderson, Shepard (F) - Complete
Improvised Explosions reviews
Take one alluring drell assassin, mix with one enticing human warrior. Douse generously with sexual tension, add a pinch of necessity; stir then stand back and await fireworks. Warning: Recipe promises to be explosive.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,971 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/25/2012 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
The Things You Don't Know reviews
He wants to be more than friends, she wants to mourn. It's the things that you don't know that break your heart most. Kaidan/ f Shepard deal with losing the one they love best.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,792 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 10/11/2012 - Published: 4/11/2012 - Shepard (F), Kaidan A. - Complete
Letters and Questions reviews
The Knight-Captain wants answers and the Hawke of Hightown isn't keen on giving them. Some secrets are too weighty, and some wounds are too deep. Can they come to an agreement without ever actually speaking the words? Oneshot f!HawkexCullen A moment between Act 1 and 2. See Author's Notes for more details.
Dragon Age - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,861 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 3 - Published: 9/7/2012 - Hawke (F), Cullen - Complete
Lifetimes, A Memoir
Is insane love a defense or a cause? Perhaps both? The journey of one Bellatrix Lestrange nee Black, told in her own way.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,714 - Favs: 2 - Updated: 6/3/2012 - Published: 5/1/2012 - Bellatrix L. - Complete
Meet Me At the Bar reviews
An extremely short one shot of how I wish the f Shep/Garrus epilogue should have/could have/why didn't it bioware, would it have killed you to throw us a bone? Rated T for alcohol
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 393 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/12/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete