Equestria's oldest griffin settlement makes its home in the mountain ridge known simply as Sharfkral-Grat. Things turn complicated for a pair of friends when one of them realizes he sees his best friend as "more than just friends". Despite this love, there are hardships—fear, honor, and law—that keep him from confessing his feelings.
This is set within the universe of my main story, aptly dubbed the "Farringtonverse", but one goal I had with this was that it be able to stand alone to a certain extent. However, if you've read the main story, this definitely expands on some of my headcanon.
The title is German for "Silence is Torture," which is what this story is about. It is also about gay romance. If that offends your sensibilities, consider this a warning to turn around now before you go any farther.
Ahah, now I know what's happening in this story before I even open it up.
Nice to see some action at last man, been a while since I last had a decent dose of Gilda.
Hate to be that guy, but when do you think we'll see some more Summer Flames? And will it be on Fimfiction at last?
Either way, good fic man. Not usually my cuppa tea, but I enjoyed it.
First impressions: Story was, for its subject matter, done well; writer didn’t dwell on the graphic sexual aspects usually found on such stories nor did he take a lighthearted approach usually found on most shipping tales. In this respect, the writer has managed to deliver a thorough piece that both tells a good story about love and its hardships, all the while expanding on what made the original aspect of this relationship interesting in the first place.
Deeper analysis: The writer chose to dwell on a subject matter that most find risqué and taboo, but it’s that boldness to do what other have not that makes this tale shine. It shows emotion well enough, though in this reviewer’s opinion, certain emotional parts could have been better developed and expanded upon. On the flip side, other portions felt like they dragged on unnecessarily. One good example of this is when the reader is presented with the first switch of character to Stephen. While this portion does manage to deliver a crucial part of the story, it suffers from some unnecessary prose. Writer is encouraged to go back and streamline section so only the bare necessary portions are presented to the reader.
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I gave this a re-read (because I felt ashamed I had skimmed it this version, even if it was because of work). And I still stand by what I said: It’s good, really good. However, I do feel sad that you omitted the “dream” with the gods. However, the interactions with his brother do make up for it. I already pointed out errors I found in the document, (found after giving this another read). Not much else to say; in all honesty, I find no flaw in this work. I’m sure others might find error, but I just can’t seem to find anything else wrong. Guess I’m a bad reviewer…
Final verdict: A good story with good premise that is only brought down by certain aspects that are more or less moot now. Delivers a well told narrative with a even more well told conflict between social expectations and actual love. Reviewer could make an argument about the ultimate futility of love and its supposed “powers”, but reviewer is aware that author Nick is well aware of this.
Final Score: 9/10
Garnot out.
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Cheers man, thanks again for the help.
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I'm slowly getting back into the swing of Summer Days, but my first task is to finish my revision of Heart of Gold. Once I get done with Heart of Gold, I'll start posting the chapters one-at-a-time on FimFiction.net, and it'll all be timed well enough until I finally start posting Summer Days chapters one-at-a-time, eventually finishing with chapters 11 and 12 and the epilogue. At this point, I'll be updating on Equestria Daily, too.
All things considered, it's a lot of work, but hopefully, it will mean that my story is finally "complete," so I can move on to other prospects.
Yeeees! I was waiting for some activity from you. Ill read this even though it isnt in my normal comfort zone, because you made it.
I literally got out of my seat in shocked laughter when I reached:
“But what if you say no?”
Now on to the story. It was really nice for a one shot - but it sort of leaves me wanting more. The loom of Stephen possibly leaving in spring is not addressed by the end of the story. Also, you ride on the premise of Gerard being 'hopelessly in love' without a reason of why. Sure they're friends, but there is no construct of values firmly established that could lead a reader to understand Gerard's particular nature of love. It sort of gives this story a deterministic feel in one sense by the classic "tragic flaw" but without the tragic ending since the love is returned. Since Stephen has to weigh his options and work through potential threats of conflict - it gives him a heavier sense of importance than Gerard. Given those critiques I have, I still enjoyed this story. It was well worth the read, and you wrote it so well.
I hope you do more on fimfiction, and I'm still anticipating the rest of you Gilda story.
Happy face much happy face
Wow. I really enjoyed this.
I'm someone who is, quite familiar, with the difficulties of a having a deviant sexuality, and this really captures the turmoil of figuring that stuff out.
Really feeling some warm fuzzies from this one, kudos mate.
Thank you.
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They are fuzzy, and griffins. But I'm glad you like it and it "hit home" (which means I guess I did something right); would you believe me if I said this whole thing started as a metaphor for my continued involvement in this fandom?
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You're welcome
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I have not seen that movie, but I guess he's technically German, right?
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It is from "Inglourious Basterds". You should totally watch that movie, you'll love it... maybe... depends on how much you mind violence.
And yes, Colonel Landa smiling there on the gif is totally German.
3499058 Hehe, yeah, if you went through the usual schtick of "Show for girls, why do I like?" then that's an understandable place to start.
And as far as I know, "hit home" is a play on "home is where the heart is". So ya really hit me where mah heart is. Really good feels were had after the ending.
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I feel stupid now for putting off reading this for so long, I always have liked your stories. keep up the great work
This was interesting, unique and cute. Favorited! I love all your stories.
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Grying?
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No worries, and I'm glad you liked it.
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Thank you kindly.
I really love the setting you've built up here. Reading through Heart of Gold, Feathers of Steel and it's sequels always made me want to see into the life of the dying tribe.The way you've portrayed the Griffons is just fascinating to me. I find it almost disappointing that there isn't more of this; I'd really like to see more into their world, or even Gilda's before she was banished.
This story doesn't have near-enough recognition, even considering the subject matter. You have a real talent for keeping attention and making things really interesting.
I love your stories, man. You're definitely my favorite author on this site.
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You flatter me.
Thanks for reading!
This story is criminally underrated, & but brilliant!!!! I want to know more about these characters.
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Heh. Well, for this fandom, being griffins, OCs, and M/M shipping, I'd say that a 77:1 rating isn't "underrated". Part of me wishes it could be a little more popular, but then again... I dunno. I've got a love / hate relationship with this story, and it does have some personal meaning to me. I'm not sure if I want it under the whole fandom's scrutiny.
Anyway, there is a semi-sequel to this, in my vignettes series of August Fifteenth. Here's the link if you want it, and I hope you enjoy it.
4042728 there needs to be more of these two. How do their problems get resolved?
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I don't rightly know how they end up. I do know that things do get worse before they can (potentially) get better, though.
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Holy crap, how did I NOT get to reading this story sooner?! It's absolutely fantastic! As someone who loves writing romance, I didn't think it was actually possible to write a one-shot with this much development and heart (especially with a mostly OC cast). You did a fantastic job writing this, and you definitely earned my favorite!
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but can you give us sex?
Really enjoyed this. I would like to see more of what happens between Stephen and Gerard, but the story was excellent on its own. Loved the world building as well. Have a fave!
More, please?
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Loved reading this :)
Great tale! I put this right up with Brushed Away for quality, and I love the world building between this and your Gilda stories.
Thanks for sharing these with us
You really encapsulated the nature of this struggle perfectly, without being melodramatic or try-hard. I identify with this strongly, since I had a very similar experience. So raw. Dang, I wish there was more though. I presume they were found out at some point, based on Gilda's comment to her dad about "pretty-boy" Gerard. I wonder how that went down. I love this universe you've created. Thank you!
Truer words have never been spoken.
Really good stuff, shows the internal struggle really well. Just a shame I didn't read it when it was newly released. I saw it pop up but forgot about it.
Really, really loved this fic. Some things definetly resonated home, but even beyond that, very good.