Well, it’s been a hell of a trip, and I have to say that I’m pleased with this story for the most part. The plot went through some changes as I wrote it, and I considered rage quitting a few times when I was writing a few of the chapters. Luckily for all of you I squashed that desire. When I started this story, so long ago, it wasn’t really going to go anywhere, or be much of anything. It was just going to be a stallion with some secrets worm his way into AJ’s heart, and then it would end there. But then it turned into so much more in my mind, and I just couldn’t resist writing what came to my head.
The story you see is completely free of any editor’s hand. Every chapter was written and posted as you see it. Yeah, I write quite well without any assistance.
Anyway, I don’t really have all that much to say about this, so I think that I’ll just cut to the chase and answer some questions that I think may pop up regarding this story.
Is Taupe an example of Gary Stu?
No, honestly, I don’t think so. He never displayed any powers beyond his means. Sure, he knew some stuff, but that didn’t put him in a position of supreme power. (You can only get that from a mandate by the masses, not some farcical aquatic ceremony) As far as I can tell he’s an ordinary pony who managed some fairly impressive displays of heroism that could’ve been accomplished by anypony.
Did I rush the relationship?
Yeah, I think I did. Would I do it differently in a rewrite? Again, yes. I’m happy with the way things turned out, though, so it’ll suffice for now. If I ever decide to torture myself with rewriting this story, though, I’ll be sure to let you all know, so you can brace yourselves.
Is there going to be a sequel?
YES. I intend to do the rest of the main 6 (Twilight, Pinkie, Rarity, Fluttershy), each with their own OC, and plot. They will be connected to each other, though.
Would I like to order Eggs, spam, bacon and spam?
No.
That’s all, really. Feel free to post any questions you have, and I’ll answer them in a follow-up chapter, with credit given to the asker. You can ask Taupe, Applejack, Sunburst, or me, any questions you like, and I’ll see to it that they get answered. Ask whatever! Really. Just say who you want to ask, though.
I don't do the whole, author's notes thing very well...
984670 It's a color. An ugly shade of brown. I dislike the name, and so I used it for 'you' to add a bit of character. Since I don't like the color, i decided that 'you' were named that, after your coat, and you don't like the name.
984680 Maybe I'll do a secondary epilogue, after the celebration. It's actually quite tempting, so I think I will do just that... You are a man of inspiration!
It's a good story. I didn't know you were planning on expanding the series, though.
Your story was quite an enjoyable read and the love story in the beginning was, well, lovely. The only issue I have with the story is that I still feel rather unsettled by the time AJ spent in the underworld. There was no mention of whether she was okay or what happened to her, especially after all that build up right after she was captured. We heard about all this crap that the captured women go through so we assume AJ gets hit by at least some of that since it takes several days for the protagonist to rescue her. Just... a bit of confirmation either way would be nice, with the nicer way responding with relief and the other with counseling.
I'm thrilled for the sequel, even though it probably won't be for a while. And I see what you did there, with that Monty Python reference.
You doing Twilight next?
I too am thrilled for the sequel. Can't wait to see what happens with the others. Also, one question: Why did you decide to write this story in second person? Not saying anything against second person, just wondering why. And one more thing. I was in the middle of writing a chapter of my fanfic, and I read your latest chapter (think it was chapter 13/14 at the time). It caused me to type up the rest of the chapter in second person. Thank god I realised before I published. Aaaanyways, great job, and keep up the brainwashing you maniacal genius.
I enjoyed this. It was a faster relationship that I'd liked to have read, but you started out with "me" already having a crush on AJ, as well as the reverse, so it's understandable.
I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.
Well this is a bit darker than the stuff I usually read. I really liked it though.
So who are you doing next?
Could I have Spam instead of the baked beans?
I've enjoyed the ride. The story is great and, though it was rushed from time to time everything has its moments. I don't know if there really should be a rewrite, it may help us all see it like a milestone in your writing. Trust me, I've got a rewrite that I'm really hesitant to do because it's for my first story and that was like testing the waters.
I know this isn't your first story, anyone who looks at your profile knows it, and I think it's more of a milestone as the first in a series. This is overall a very good story and the chapters are put out consistently enough for us not to have to double back and reread the last few chapters to refresh ourselves. I look forward to the rest of the stories as they come.
The always mildly insane writer,
Ravenmane
P.S. I'm being completely serious here so don't misinterpret me as giving false praise.
I enjoyed this story immensely, while a bit darker than my usual fair it had a sort of purpose for it's darkness. Like an epic Indiana Jones adventure, a man does what he can for the greater good. So to wrap up this little dialog, Bravo to you sir. Bravo.
Im really looking forward to your future work, you are quite amazing without anyone editor helping you with writing.
So this is complete now?
This was an amazing story. I loved everything about it! It even kept me up at night worrying about what will happen to poor AJ, which has never happened before to me.
Anyway, here is a question for you: Are you planning on making ALL of these stories in second person, or are you going to mix it up and make some into First and third person?
Not that I have a problem with 2nd person, I was just curious. And to me, 2nd person really fit this story, it made me feel like I was actually interacting with the characters.
And another question for you: I agree with Ender, and I have to ask: What happened to Applejack while she was in the underground? It was never really said, except about some training and what not.
And a third and final question: Are you going to make a Fic about Rainbow Dash and Storm?
Please, do continue, your stories are amazing and I can't wait for more!
When you say the rest of the main six why isnt rainbow dash in the list? I really fucking love rainbow dash!
just curious but are you accepting people's OC's for the other stories or at least applications?
After two and a half months of not reading this. I did. It's now 2am. And that had Howie written all over it. I think you've found a unique style here...
Who's/What's Gary Stu?
One of the most fun stories I've read in a while
Nice work!
Now then...onto the sequel!