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~3 months traveling in my wife’s home-country -> 100 journal pages

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Rec list of my favourite HanLeia focused AU fics

Han/Leia Appreciation Week 2023

Hosted by @hanleiacelebration

Day 6 Prompt: AU/Canon Divergence

Baby’s first fandom event! I thought I won’t participate, but my sudden thoughts about HanLeia AUs and that I saw that rec lists are also an option made me change my mind. I wanted to do this one for a long time now!

The biggest challenge in writing an AU is finding out how the different circumstances affect the charachters’ personalities, how they will be different from Canon, while at the same time finding those core personality traits that can not be changed by anything. This is why I love AUs so much, seeing all these possibilities and seeing how the wonderful writers solve the characterisations.

The Return From the Event Horizon by Ivylore – Far the best AU, not just AU, fic I have ever read! The perfect representation of Han and Leia finding and wanting each other in every story. Object lesson of how to do the characterisation of the same people in drastically different settings. On ff.net exists the first version with more chapters!

Assembled Matrimony by @ravens23princess – Second favourite, a really unique, interesting idea! Shows the opposite of what we are used to, when getting together is easier than usual, but navigating that relationship is the real deal.

Prom Series by youandmeinlove (sadly an orphan account) – shameless high school AU fluff, but hey, we deserve it, Han and Leia also deserve it!

Making Choices by Falcon_Etti – The whole fandom along with the entire Rebel Base begged them ’Just admit it!’ Well, in this they admitted it.

You Are My Sunshine by Jaina Durron – the perfect World War II story with bonus Organa family feelings!

Godhood by @silvereddaye – A really clever story and a really smart twist on Greek Mithology.

Piecing Together the Truth by @stephpuppet – Such an exciting mystery, itt kills me that it’s unfinished, but still worth the read. Again a really creative idea!

New Hope, Indiana by Cicatrick – What a fic! What a detailed story and background! Han’s characterisation is so on point! Perfect HanLeia! (And it’s finished!)

Got to kick at the darkness ‘til it bleeds daylight by @otterandterrier – The Imperial Han idea is shamefully neglected, so this one is close to my heart. In AUs I prefer longfics with a solid context, but this one is a proof that in just a thousand words a so complex story with lots of little details can be created.

From a Certain Point of View by ShouldIGetOutandPush – So much angst, I cried so much, but it’s a happy end and perfect HanLeia! (And it’s finished!)

Bad Advice for Secret Affairs by LASOS @1000-alshain – Only two chapters from 15 years ago, but I’m just obsessed with the idea, I’m thinking about the possible continuation too much.

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*draws a picture for my fanfic again* 500 IQ move

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Just finished reading Complications With Time by @justanotherfacelessauthor on AO3 and it both healed and shattered a part of me 🥺😭❤️

I avoided the fic for a while because of the timetravel, but it was so well written that I just want to say thank fuck I read it in the end because what a gem

I highly reccommend the fic if you want an AU between Hiccup and Stoick that has not really been done before (as I have seen).

Thank you Author for this gift, but know I'm also mailing my therapy bill to you🫶

https://archiveofourown.org/works/63179536/chapters/161810905

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Making this to keep track of my favorite HTTYD Ao3 stories because why not

Hijack centric

Of the Northmost Winds and Skies by xxiiyu / @jjackfrost

Forever is My Tomorrow by Mahogany_Rust / @mahoganyrust

If I Cross the Line by

Planetary_no / @planetary-nooo

Hiccup and Stoick Centric

Complications With Time by JustAnotherFacelessAuthor /@ ?

Hiccstrid centric

Just A Kid by

AHeartForStories / @howtodrawyourdragon

Just A Survivor by

AHeartForStories / @howtodrawyourdragon

It's Just A Spark by

TiliaofAnkh / @ ?

Well written Whump

Keep Your Blood to Yourself by unholygrass / @unholygrass

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also every time I re-watch the first movie I always make myself laugh thinking about how fast astrid got to hiccup after he wakes up at the end of the movie. because it's either

a) astrid's house is not that far from his

or the funnier and more superior b) she lives across the island but heard the crowd forming and she morphed through her wall, ran 100mph & shoved aside every viking in her way

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My bebe sister don’t play around 😤

I can’t let this BEAUTY hide in her procreate, so I’m posting it on here (with her permission ofc)

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Yeah sex is good but have you ever found a 200k word fic of your favorite characters with your favorite trope?

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Orlando Bloom - Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest: Behind The Scenes

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Here to Stay

Aquamera, Post-Aquaman

With Arthur settling in as king, there’s plenty of frustrating things to work through and reevaluate. Sometimes this means escaping back up to the surface for a break. Mera doesn’t intend for him to handle it all alone.

Read on AO3

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may the 4th be with you

wanted to do at least a little something for today so heres a doodle :)

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some days are hard.

I've been feeling very sad lately :' )

[tip jar!]

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Mermay + May the Force be withyou

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Did you read any good Han/Leia foca this weekend? (Is it okay if I ask off anonymous? ^^)

Pffff, it’s more than okay, trust me, I’m already excited I got at least something! So I didn’t have a chance to read this Easter holiday bc i was in a do uni work/sleep/eat/repeat mood, but I have some all time fav fanfiction I feel like sharing. (None of them are new fics, but still, they are the sort of comfort reading? When I need some good hanleia to put me in a mood, basically?)

Identity, by @madame-alexandra​ (the concept, the portrayal of Leia, just everything! — and I haven’t even had the opportunity to finish reading it)

New Hope, Indiana, by @cicatrick​ (one of my most recent readings *coughs* by recent I mean probs by february bc college is been killing me but *coughs* and I don’t think I’ve ever been so consumed by a fanfic since a long, long time ago. Honestly the best AU I’ve had the chance to read and one of my favorite stories ever. A must read to any hanleia fan)

Shifting Impressions, by ShouldIGetOutandPush (i loooooooooove these ficlets. i love them very much. The scene where the other alderaanian insults her makes me want to punch everyone)

twin size mattress, by prequels (also another AU I swear by, it’s based on @wookiees sw modern au, and jfc, I wish there was more to read)

Forty Days to Bespin, by Leela Starsky (I’m not very keen on smut but hell yes sign me up for han and leia doing the do on their way to bespin)

Also anything that @theprincessleia has on her fic rec tag is worth your time and if it wasn’t for Ju’s rec, this list wouldn’t be available in any way so!!!!!! 

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Star Wars 2024 fic rec list

(in no particular order, but I do have a favorite, which will be mentioned at the end)

(also, I've tagged everyone I can find on Tumblr, but there are a few writers who don't have blogs listed on their AO3 profiles. I did my best.)

Non-Han/Leia fics:

quantum entanglement by smallblueandloud (@smallblueandloud) (An Organa family fic feat. some weird quirks of the Force)

The Benefits of Involvement (When it Doesn't Leave You Dead) by Jumiko (an AU in which a young Boba Fett sort of adopts a young Han Solo)

When the Dust Clears by Knitzkampf (this is technically tagged as a Han/Leia fic but it's very background to the main focus of the story)

Leia's Paradox by NotaBunny (also tagged Han/Leia, but it's more Leia introspection than anything else)

Han/Leia fics:

there's a war outside (but it can't get us here) by JuliaRose12 (@thesandwichincident)

Christmas on Coruscant by BookishBrigitta (@bookishbrigitta)

Tied in Knots by DiplomaticPrincess (@diplomaticprincess)

everybody wants to love you by spinninginfinity (@yoyomarules)

Don't Worry, My Dog is Friendly by CaptainCWB (@captaincwb)

Strange how my heart beats by lajulie (@lajulie24)

Count me in by OtterAndTerrier (@otterandterrier)

The Real Thing by kroland

Graduation by DiplomaticPrincess

Love Persevering by BookishBrigitta

A Good Hand is Hard to Find by CaptainCWB

A tactical omission by OtterAndTerrier

I'd Like to Make Myself Believe by BookishBrigitta

My personal favorite fic of 2024 (also a Han/Leia fic):

I Don’t Really Mind That It’s Starting to Get to Me by CaptainCWB

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Things I love about a secret-ish pre-ESB Han/Leia relationship:

Leia sneaking into the Falcon/Han sneaking into Leia's quarters late at night and sneaking out early in the morning

after one of them is injured, sneaking into the medbay to check on the other

Leia "I just killed someone/sent people to their deaths and the guilt is ripping me up please hold me"

luring each other into supply closets to make out

stealing kisses right before a mission when nobody is looking

trying to distract each other by sexting during boring meetings

Han "I thought I lost you today and I know I can't stop you from throwing yourself into danger but fuck if it isn't the hardest thing I've had to do"

trying and failing to keep the relationship a secret from Chewie, who knows, but they don't know that he knows and so he messes with them a little until they confess

keeping the relationship a secret from Luke because he just can't lie, and succeeding because he's a little too self-involved

getting Chewie to bet against them in the "kriff or kill" pool the Rogues have been running for a while just to throw everyone off

feel free to add your own!

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Hi 😊❤️

I absolutely adore your birthday language series 💐 the amount if effort and diligence paid to each post warms my heart 😁🍫

If you're feeling up to it, may I please request one for my cousin's birthday on October 10th?

Thank you so much

Language Of Birthdays: October 10 - Libra

[You can find the rest of the series here; or check out my masterlist]

The Day Of Prudent Economy

Those born on October 10 tend to be circumspect in their financial dealings and in their business relationships in general. They are usually adept at handling money and investments. For them money is not only a reward for their work but also an indicator that they are sailing a sound ship. Those born on this day are highly shrewd and analytical and year after year prove themselves capable of insuring the smooth operation of their business, family or organization. Their judgment in administrative matters can be trusted, and since maintenance is a kind of god to them, they are usually highly reliable.

October 10 people are the ones to call in when an endeavor is failing. Patiently, but without wasting time, they can clean things up and get them going again. Those born on this day are not only able to zero in on problems and correct them (often in a drastic fashion) but are capable of working with others to insure that such difficulties do not return. Positive thinkers, they despise waste, misuse and all sorts of negative acts as well as thoughts. However, they are rarely crusaders in the sense of displaying zealous enthusiasm, but rather more sober in their outlook, particularly when it comes to the business of life.

In their private lives, October 10 people can be of two types. One type has an emotional nature that mirrors their business acumen, being extremely careful to avoid all sorts of upsetting or dangerous involvements, no matter how tempting. This more introverted type is basically not that interested in people, but in projects, work and business, regarding emotions as distractions or worse. The second type is generous with affection and unguarded, sometimes emotionally prodigal or even promiscuous. This latter type is extroverted, intense and can be extremely imaginative and romantic as well.

October 10 people love to make their home comfortable as well as efficient. No matter how humble their means they will strive to create a beautiful, albeit modest, environment in which to live. Rich or poor, they are all believers in the essentials, the simple pleasures of life. October 10 people like to tend to first things first, and in this respect are logical thinkers. They are not ones to waste energy, and artists born on this day will be known as much for what they strip away as what they embellish.

The most successful of October 10 people are those who know how to let their money live and their resources flow. The least successful ones, and often the most unhappy, can be parsimonious and fearful of losing what they have. October 10 people must learn that spending is as important as saving, that a healthy flow of cash makes for a more vital, interesting life. This truth also applies to their emotional life. Indeed, those born on this day do better when they allow their emotions greater latitude and deepen their trust in lovers and friends. The balance between give and take in all aspects of life is probably the most important lesson they can learn.

Strengths:

Selective

Presice

Insightful

Weaknesses:

Closed

Fearful

Cautious

Advice

Those born on October 10 must not allow frugality to interfere with their health needs. They will often have to be convinced that spending money on pure foods, nutritional supplements, health clubs, exercise equipment and such is perhaps the best investment they can ever make. As far as their appetite is concerned, those born on this day generally have very strong likes and dislikes which are not always of the healthiest variety. They would do well to see to it that fresh fruits and vegetables occupy a prominent place in their daily menu. Because of their flare for the unusual in food, cultivating culinary skills is advised, particularly with regarding to exotic cuisines.

Don't be afraid to spend money, time or effort

Give it away sometimes

Think big; open your heart

Develop your artistic side and let your imagination run free

Loosen up

Since you asked so nicely I'll make yours first, I hope you and your cousin have a nice time celebrating, congratulate her for me!! <3