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Masterpost

Hello! Here is my first Dragon Age Inquisition story. Chapter is already up.

Title: I am Silverite

Rating: T (subject to change)

Summary: It is a play on the song, "I am Titanium" which fits this character.Ni has accepted the life in the Circle, happy to be away from her family when chaos comes raining down. Forced into a nomadic life, she attempts to bridge the gap between mages and Templars, but the Conclave blows up, throwing her into the Inquisition. Once free now a caged bird, she learns to come to grip with her newly found position and who she is.

URL: http://archiveofourown.org/works/11514729/chapters/25841727

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So sorry to hear about your work being stolen. Again. In one word: ugh. I hope your fight with this one would be victorious. Anything we, your readers, can do to help?

Thank you, lovely, thank you so much for writing in andsharing your commiserations. They mean a lot.

As for your question on what the readers can do- would youmind if I made this into a bit of a guide? Say, a fan fic plagiarism handbook?

These are my suggestions based on my personal experienceonly. Feel free to signal boost or add any tips.

1.     Keep youreyes open. Fan fic can get samey (at least I’ve found this when you read inone fandom a lot). All the Maker’s Breaths,amber eyes and lion’s roars can blend together after a while. But now and thensomething may stand out- it could be a particularly original phrasing or aradical change in style.

Anything you think you may have seenelsewhere, take a minute to check it out! How can you do that?

a.     Look atthe work you’re reading right now. Does the author mention another writerin their notes, or is there a “related works” mention? This could mean theyused someone’s idea or phrasing with permission.

b.     Skimthrough your own fic bookmarks if you have any. Does the passage/line thatstands out look like it might fit in any of the works in your collection?

c.     Googlesearch with [“phrase” site:URL]. Example:[[  “Riesling is reminiscence” site:archiveofourown.org]]The first result for that search will bring you to one of my works, whichcontains that exact sentence. You could also try wider variations of thissearch, such as [“phrase” with no site specified] or [phrase or word with no quotationmarks :site]. This little trick is also superhandy for Google searches in general! (credit for this one goes to a most excellent writer friend)

d.     Ask afic-reading friend or browse their bookmarks. Two pairs of eyes may findmore than one.

2.     So you’ve identified a passage in Work B whichoriginally came from Work A- what do youdo?

This part is heavily based on judgement andagain, these are my suggestions only.

Iwould approach the author of Work A, i.e. the writer of the work you thinksomething was lifted from. Why them andnot the potential plagiariser?

It’s the original writer’s work and (Ifeel) it should be up to them how to handle the situation. They may or may notwant to pursue a report or talk to the other writer directly. They may even beaware and fine with the use of their work. Or they might not and be upset tolearn (and grateful to you for pointing it out, as I was today). If the writeris overwhelmed you may want to guide them through the reporting process for therespective site.

3.     AO3 abusereport: This is found on every user-generated page of content across thesite, meaning you can report chapters, entire fics or even profiles. In the redfooter there’s a “Report abuse” link. There’s no email confirmation but you canopt to have a copy of your report emailed to you for reference.

AO3 is run entirely by volunteers and they doask not to submit multiple reports for the same work. Whenever I’ve had to usethe feature they have responded within 2 to 6 days of report submission. Theyseem to be thorough and I’ve been happy with their responses so far.

4.     And,important: Don’t “doxx” or expose anyone. Don’t direct people to theirsocial sites, don’t encourage your followers to leave comments. And never giveaway anyone’s real name or contact data. The person have behaved in a shittymanner and you may have gotten to know them as a complete butthole. But still-you’re better than that.

I was acquainted with my plagiarist for awhile before finding out what they’d been up to. I’d even been coaching them onwriting, as had others. Once the plagiarism was revealed they blocked everyonewho spoke up while defending their actions to anyone who’d listen. Yes, therewas anger involved, lots of it. And a desire to punch them, I will admit. Buthaving known them I also knew the issues and struggles this person had to dealwith in their everyday life, and I knew I didn’t want to cause them more. Atthis point I’m just tired and want it to stop.

So if you’re affected by plagiarism, or knowsomeone who is- do what is needed to get the offending works removed but don’tbe a dick. It’s not worth it.

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A tribute to Shepard, Ryder or Alec Ryder. I love Mass Effect and since I've played the original trilogy and Andromeda, I've found myself being a better person. I love the world and characters.

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Me: I need to stop losing my mind over a fictional character.

Also me: I hope tonight I have some sweaty dreams about him.

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VorchaGirl 4.5k Follower Giveaway

I totally forgot to do a 4k giveaway, so I’m doing one for my 4.5k milestone! ^_^ This is to say thank you to all the wonderful people that follow me and to help spread some fandom positivity! 

You guys are amazing - you support me, you always have kind words for me, and you help me laugh off the blues when they strike. This has been a harrowing year thanks to several personal tragedies. I’ve lost familymembers, lost my house (insurance is slowly rebuilding it), and have been under incredible personal pressure - but you guys have been a bright light. Thank you!

Winners will be drawn on the 19th of July :)

The prizes!

1. A bust portrait by @xandrassketchbook You can see an example of her art here. 

2. A regular sized Mass Effect Andromeda Pop Vinyl from the Bioware store (Either Jaal, Peebee, Ryder, or Liam)

There will be one winner drawn per prize, and I will pay for shipping world wide for the pop vinyl - so you don’t need to worry about that.

Rules: 1. You must be following me. New followers are always welcome, but please don’t just follow for the giveaway. 2. No giveaway blogs. 2. A like will get you one entry, reblogs will get you more entries. You can reblog for more entries as often as you like! 3. You must be over 18 and comfortable with giving me your postal address to be eligible to win the Pop Vinyl (I’m not comfortable getting the personal details of anyone under 18, sorry) 4. Winners will be chosen via random number generator at 6pm, 19th July - Australian EST.

That’s it! Thank you and have fun!

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hades isn’t a badass. hades named his three-headed-guard-of-the-underworld-dog spot. hades whispers to his flowers to make them grow. hades grows fruit. there’s no sun in the underworld.

hades isn’t a badass. stop saying this false thing

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why are there so many posts about asexuals being immune to sirens. people. sirens don’t lure you in with sex (necessarily). they sing about whatever it is that you want most. they could sing about mothman or cinnamon toast crunch and guess what then your asexual pirate is fucking dead

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“stop calling yourself gay if you’re bi” well sorry shelby but bisexuality has no culture or community to speak of because half the world thinks we don’t exist and the other half thinks we’re inherently untrustworthy/only good for threesomes, and you fucking gremlins decided “queer” is a slur and can no longer be used as an umbrella term in the year of our lord twenty fucking seventeen, so until further notice i’m going to use whatever word i want to describe how i feel when i watch rachel maddow, t h a n k s

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YAS! PLEASE!!!!!!!

The real question is who’s playing the Doctor in 2186?

Enthusiastically: Hullo I’m the Doctor. 

Crazily: Run.

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Is it possible to make this into a full fic?

Day 7 - What if....

The pilot was late, but it was not entirely his fault. A last minute change to assignments had given him only the briefest warning of his new post. He had packed hurriedly, stuffing clothes and other possessions into a large duffel bag as quickly as he could. He ran from the tram exit to the docking bay, hoping he might still arrive before the Pathfinder. He abandoned his bag in the cargo bay and made a dash through the ship, up the ladder, and through to the bridge.

“¡Puta!” he exclaimed under his breath when the bridge door opened. The Pathfinder and her second were already there. He smoothed back his hair and sauntered forward. It was too late now to make a good impression; he’d settle for a memorable one.

“You look like you’re waiting for someone,” he quipped.

The women turned to look at him, and the pilot got his first look at the new Pathfinder. She was young, really young.

“I apologise for my lateness, Pathfinder. I am Reyes Vidal, pilot of the Tempest.” He resisted the temptation to salute. None of them were Alliance any more.

“That’s okay, Vidal. Dr Anwar was just explaining the last minute change in assignment from Kallo Jath to yourself,” Ryder said.

“Call me Reyes, please. I have grown used to the informality of the Initiative, Ryder, and find I much prefer it.” He used his trademark smile, the one which never failed to find it’s target, and held out his gloved hand for a shake.

Ryder’s grip was strong and sure, no hesitation. Her glance flicked over his face, his body. Now, was she assessing his fitness as a subordinate, or as something else? There was an extra something in her expression. She wasn’t really his type though. Too pale, too generic, too bland.

“I was saying I haven’t been told the reason for the last minute change, Reyes,” the science officer said.

“I can answer that one for you, Suvi. It was decided it might be best to have a pilot with military training and experience rather than a purely civilian one,” he replied. “Kallo is extremely cross about the assumption that my skills may be superior to his in combat because I’ve had combat training, and flown in the combat. He is putting in formal protests.”

He and Suvi grinned at each other.

“Still, it gives you a chance to fly the Tempest without Kallo breathing down your neck, Reyes. Make the most of it. I’m sure he’ll get his seat back soon enough,” Suvi said.

Reyes moved past the Pathfinder, perhaps a little too closely, in order to take the pilot seat. He felt the heat from her body, caught the scent of her hair, and something in him responded. She half smiled at Reyes, much sexier than the smile she had used as a greeting. Maybe she might be his type after all….

“When you decide on a destination, select it on the galaxy map there, Ryder, and I’ll get us there. Right now, I need to do the pre-flight checks.” Reyes turned his attention to the instrument panel, and tuned out the conversation between Suvi and the Pathfinder.

Even while he focused on the vital checks, a corner of his mind considered Sara Ryder and her potential as a hook-up. Reyes decided to keep his possibilities open.

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July’s Theme: Running Out of Time

Dates: July 24th-July 31st

What can be posted?: Fics, art, edits, photography, crafts, music, or anything creative on this theme for the Mass Effect Series.  At the end of the month, your creative works will be reblogged here.  

Tags: @meflashfanwork in the post or #meflashfanwork

If you have any questions, feel free to stop by the ask box, anon is always on!

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EDI~ cause I still feel like drawing chibi junk and I may as well keep with the ME theme ^^’

Now off to draw Garrus and my day will be complete~

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@white feminists: stop telling brown girls they’re “harming” feminism when they shave their body hair and conform to beauty standards. It’s much harder for brown women to pull off not conforming than white women. There’s a very harsh double standard when it comes to body hair and beauty standards in general on brown girls. (if ur white maybe reblog this to support ur brown sisters)

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Mass Effect:Andromeda/Buffy

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Your fault

Bonus drabble. It popped into my head. We have Reyes’ reaction to Iliana’s death. But we didn’t have her brother and Reyes. So…here we go!

“You fucking bastard!” screams a masculine voice. Ryker Ryder. Someone she talked endless about, but Reyes never met him. “If she hadn’t been out with you, she would be-”

He comes at Reyes, almost a perfect copy of his sister. Those blue eyes, exactly her shade. The hair. The temper. Ill-advised plans.

Reyes stands there, resists the urge to punch back when Ryker’s fist lands on his cheek. He doesn’t go down.

Iliana’s crew stands in the back watching the exchange without stepping in. Ah. Well that’s how it’s going to be.

“Do you think I sleep guiltless?” Reyes backs away holding his jaw. “Do you think I don’t dream about her every single night?”

Ryker screams again. “I have lost every single family member. I have lost my father, and now my sister.”

“You aren’t the only person who lost everything,” Reyes growls. He advances toward Ryker, thinks better of it and spins around. His fist collides with the wall. “She was my everything and now she’s gone.”

Ryker stands there. His silence bends around Reyes. “I blame myself every night.” Tears fell forbiddingly down his cheeks. He keeps his back to Iliana’s brother and her crew. It wouldn’t do to show weakness.

Reyes wipes his cheeks. “I will find who did this.”

A hand lands on his shoulder. It startles Reyes, but it’s only Ryker. “I’ll help you.”

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Day 6- A White Lie or A Hard Truth

BANG

He calls her in, asks her to meet him on Spirits Ledge. Alone.

Ana goes against her crew’s wishes. She trusts him, he won’t hurt her.

Reyes stands silhouetted against the sun. He holds something in his hand, taking sips.

She sits in the Nomad enjoying the sight in front of her. She exits the nomad, noise attracts his attention.

He turns, smiles and hands her the thermal. “Whiskey?” she asks.

“Coffee.”

“I can’t stay long. I’m meeting-”

“Sloane. I know.”

Ana stands there silently. She takes a sip of the coffee, choking back coughs as the strong drink slithers down her throat. She waits for him to speak. Gives him time to gather whatever he needs.

Reyes’ gold eyes reflect the setting sun for a moment. “I’m the Charlatan.”

Was it surprise? Ana barely gave the Charlatan the light of day. She assumed Sloane would keep Kadara city, and slowly, Ana would help her change it for the better.

But it shouldn’t surprise her.

Reyes to seem to have his fingers in more than just her during their short relationship. She takes another drink, something to combat the incoming cold.

Reyes stares at her with those eyes, waiting for her to say something.

“Oh.” That’s all she can manage. It’s not a big deal he’s the Charlatan. “Thank you for telling me.”

Ana plays with the side of the thermal, unsure of what to do. Was it just her or did something shift? She goes to him and stands there. Silent. The sun moves inches down, casting long shadows over the valley beneath them.

Reyes grabs her hand. She squeezes.

BANG.

Kadara Port is ours tonight.

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