Hello, this is not a new chapter, so sorry if that bums you out! But I wanted to give an update since it's been so long.

Been quite a while hasn't it? Life tends to hit you in strange ways, but I gotta admit my brief time on here has always been a bit special. I'd find myself looking back on this particular story a few times. I honestly really like it, but it's been really hard trying to continue it for a few reasons.

I've grown as a writer, but more importantly as a person. It can be pretty tough to go back to a project that's so old, but I also think that it's not that great, at least plot-wise LOL. I'm also not crazy about LoK these days, and admittedly Jak and Daxter and LoK don't really have much business together, even in a crossover.

But, that's kind of the magic of fanfics, right? I'm aware the plot is pretty thin in some areas, but at the same time, I really had fun working on this. I did! I've always thought about maybe rebooting this story in some way so that it makes a bit more sense, but another part of me wonders just what would happen if I try to work with what I already have. I think it's pretty obvious that I wrote this story on the fly, with a very basic plotline, I also think that Jak randomly liking the OC I made for the story is pretty cringe LMFAO.

But people liked it right? Sometimes things are kinda wacky or cheesy, but that's what also makes it fun. Stories like these can be a wild west and you appreciate a lot of the character interactions that can eventually turn into something special. I think my understanding of the characters was always present to you guys, it's just my execution needed a lot of work.

I think if I decided to continue this, any sort of retcon I would implement would be in some of the character's relationships. That's a bit hard though, considering some of the plot is tied pretty heavily to it. I don't think retcon is the right word for it, but I would basically implement the characters with the current view that I have now, and not the lens I had as a teenager.

In regards to the OCs, I like Asuka and Asura. They're cliched in their backstory, and I was pretty heavy-handed with Asuka and Jak specifically. I felt like it was out of character for Jak to care so much for her. I don't see his relationship with Keira as set in stone, but it felt really rushed looking back on it recently. I think I'd have to implement some sort of retcon there to feel good about continuing the story. I know I can do it, but it would just have to be narratively satisfying. I for sure wrote this relationship on the fly, and I'm paying for it as I go.

I also don't really like how I've written team Avatar so far. Most of what has happened is a repeat of the show, which is fine, but I also think it's a missed opportunity to not develop or flesh out their characters a bit more in response to the changes that Jak and Daxter have brought to the universe. I think as a writer it's a waste to not try to have fun or build up with that sort of thing. I think at the time I felt very restricted with what to do with them, but I'm a lot more versatile as a writer these days, and I know that I can have some fun with it.

I think one of the things that were universally loved though was my portrayal of Amon. To this day I think he's the most interesting villain in LoK, but I also think that my portrayal of him was what put a lot of people on the edge of their seats. I think seeing a potential outcome where Amon isn't necessarily the villain people think he is, can be a really fun concept. Amon as a character has a lot of potential and he doesn't need to die the way he does, at least after what could happen in this story. I like how he is genuinely charismatic but flawed in the sense that he is the very thing that he is fighting against. I think that given some story events, things could take a more interesting turn for him. I really like Amon a lot, and I think I was able to capture interest in him for this story.

So, those are some of my current thoughts. Sorry if you were looking for an update, but I feel like at least letting you guys know what I've been thinking about is something that can jump-start my writing process. Though, admittedly, I am extremely busy these days. That being said, I'm also of the mindset that I can do anything with proper time management and pacing. I don't believe in having the "perfect" writing scenario anymore. If I want something done, I have to take whatever I can and run with it. I think that's important for success, or at the very least seeing something through.

But, for those that have been patiently waiting for a very long time, I just wanted to say thanks. It means a whole lot that the small few of you care enough to check up on this story now and then. I'm just a small drop of water in a sea of talented writers, but I'm happy and proud to have my little area that people care about. This is a special thing to me and I'm glad you guys took the time to check it out.

That all being said, I will try to continue this story. No remake, but just push forward. For what reason though? I don't know, it's a part of my life that has long passed. I'm a much different person these days and I'm happy for it, but I look back on stuff like this fondly. I think it would be cool to do something like that.

But enough of all that, enjoy your morning and I hope you guys are well.

-Luke