Title: Stargate Atlantis Drabbles
Author: stella_pegasi
Rating: K to K+
Genres: Various… (gen, hurt/comfort, angst, friendship, humor, adventure/action)
Word Count: 100 per drabble
Spoilers: Could vary…please check individual drabble.
Warnings: Could be anything (however, no non-con, no slash/implied slash, no character deaths).
Characters: John Sheppard, Rodney McKay, Teyla Emmagan, Ronon Dex, supporting characters, original characters.
Summary: Drabbles are short, by the time I wrote a summary for one, it would be as long as the drabble!
Disclaimer: I do not own them; I would have treated them better.
Author's Notes:
The drabbles posted are from a 100 Drabbles of Summer challenge in the charloft community on LiveJournal. There are 100 prompts, words, pictures, and author's choice. So far I have completed ten of the prompts, working on more. (The numbers indicate the prompt's place on the list; easier to keep track of this way.)
On the first drabble post, I asked that you send me a word (or words) and preferred character, and I will write a SGA drabble using each word as a prompt. I will then post it here with the prompt credited. I have received a couple so far, and those drabbles are included in this group.
Please…I love a challenge. Send me a word!
Enjoy…your summer, and the drabbles!
100 Drabbles for Summer Part 1
1. Vacation
He stood on a ridge, overlooking the crystal blue water of the loch near his family home. He remembered standing in that precise spot as a child. The breathtaking view of the moors in the late August sun, heather and thistle scattered across the rugged terrain, warmed his soul.
Two glorious weeks vacationing with his mum; pampered and fed, loved simply for who he was. The question was who was he? He had asked himself that question numerous times. Standing on the moor he knew; newborn eyes may be gazing upon Scotland, but the emotions were from Carson Beckett's heart.
Character: Carson Beckett
Spoiler: Sunday; The Kindred Part I & II
2. Fireworks
Above him, volleys of color exploded like confetti, framed by the inky sky. Streaks of red, green, white, and gold shaped intricate designs in the firmament, and numerous concussive booms filled his senses. His earliest memories of watching fireworks were from the endless parties on his grandfather's estate. His step-grandmother clearly adored fireworks, and his grandfather indulged her every whimsy.
Sadness crept into him as the vibrant colors faded and booms muffled. Disembodied voices drifting toward him, "Major, he's waking up."
"Colonel Sheppard, hey; you tripped, struck your head on a rock."
Oh…those fireworks; he preferred his whimsical grandmother's.
Character: Colonel John Sheppard
Spoilers: None
3. Camp
In his mind, there was absolutely no redeeming value to this outdoor 'adventure'. Woods contained creepy, crawling things, eerie noises, wild animals; if anyone could explain how these things are fun, he would be surprised.
That anyone would be Atlantis' resident boy scout, Colonel John Sheppard. He had been impossible, since he envisioned the concept of 'summer camp' as a team building experience for the expedition members. Bright, cheerful, planning their demise; convinced they were going to have fun. Right.
He would be with friends. Friends; he hadn't had friends before Atlantis. Maybe Sheppard was right, there could be fun.
Character: Dr. Rodney McKay
Spoilers: None
4. Bug
He abhorred bugs. Bugs created vile consequences. Life ending consequences, he had dealt with too often. Bugs were creepy, sinister.
The pretty green and purple bug crawled across the jumper console, nibbling on little bits of leaf scattered about. She had entered through the shattered windshield, carried on the tree branch that impaled his shoulder. The bug kept him company; keeping him alert and alive. When he and his unconscious teammates were rescued, the little bug watched as rescuers cut the branch from his shoulder, then scurried away; her work done.
Possibly, he contemplated; bugs weren't entirely vile, after all.
Character: Lt. Col. John Sheppard
Spoilers: No direct reference, inference of 38 Hours and Conversion.
5. Wrath
They had come through the Ancient Ring, three men and a woman. His people should have suspected these visitors were unworthy, but his people were fools. They were mesmerized by these newcomers. The women were smitten by three new men in their midst; his fellow warriors, fawning over the diminutive woman with copper hair.
With their talk of a unity among planets, these visitors from the ancient city dismantled the culture of his people. His leaders were turning from the warriors to talk of trade and learning. His anger raged within; these visitors would pay for their insolence. They would return.
Character: Original character
Spoilers: None
6. Lust
She enticed him; allowing him near enough to smell the spicy fragrance of her perfume. As his fingertips brushed the silky fabric of her sheer gown, she slipped away; delicate laughter wafting after her, taunting him. His heart began thumping faster from the passion consuming him.
He captured her; his large hand tenderly grasping her tiny wrist, drawing her close. He pressed her head against his chest, one hand tangled in her dark blond hair, his other hand gliding along her soft curves.
John awoke, distressed by the emptiness of Isabella's absence. Atlantis whispered she would be with him soon.
Character: Lt. Col. John Sheppard
Spoilers: Refers to original story Another Life by stella_pegasi
13. Temperance
Cataclysm class taught him the four cardinal virtues. Temperance was the virtue of moderation, controlling the natural desire for the pleasures of the senses. He was never very religious; yet, the virtue of temperance made an impression on him. He had strived to temper his behavior; it was the rare time, he allowed himself the luxury of indulging his desires.
He picked up the bottle of scotch from the floor and drank, this time not bothering with the glass. Until he could get the faces of the two young Marines, who died senselessly, out of his mind, temperance be damned.
Character: Lt. Col. John Sheppard
Spoilers: None
14. Charity
His left arm pressed harder against the throat of the man he had been chasing for hours. Catching him proved difficult; the man was cunning, eluding him at every turn…until now. The cold steel muzzle of his P-14 pressed against the man's temple. His index finger lightly rubbed the smooth metal of the gun's trigger.
He wanted to pull the trigger. The man had murdered several people in the village, and seriously wounded three Marines, his Marines. He was feeling charitable; his men were alive. The villagers could have the satisfaction of bringing the killer to justice…this time.
Character: Lt. Col. John Sheppard
Spoilers: None
76. Intrigued (Author's Choice)
She intrigued him. At her whim, she caressed his consciousness with tendrils' of thoughts, tempting him with enticing, new things he could do with her. At times, she was like an innocent, young girl with a secret to share, restless to whisper her most intimate thoughts to him. Other times, her enormous power coursed throughout his body. Her raw energy consumed him, making him feel immensely powerful, overwhelming him.
He yearned for more. He desired engaging with her, felt her absence when he was apart from her. He craved her comforting thrum that softly vibrated within him. Atlantis intrigued him.
Character: Lt. Col. John Sheppard
Spoilers: None
Prompt: Intrigued - Suggested by JoaniexJony from
77. Interesting (Author's Choice)
"You don't find this interesting, do you?"
"Of course, I do; I'm listening; continue…"
With a wary glare at Sheppard, Rodney picked up his story regarding a scientist he played a prank on when he was stationed in Russia.
Sheppard attempted to appear interested, but he truly wasn't; the minutia spewing from Rodney's mouth was annoying.
Looking at Ronon and Teyla, who were being attentive to Rodney, Sheppard realized what was most interesting was that the three of them may not care about the story, but they cared about the storyteller. To them, their friend, Dr. Rodney McKay, would always be interesting.
Character: Sheppard, McKay, Emmagan, Dex
Spoilers: None
Prompt: Interesting - Suggested by deblease from