#anyway i guess that i can also consider one of my previous hc bases on this side of paradise as kinda maybe true

[lenievi]

KARIDIAN: Here you stand, the perfect symbol of our technical society. Mechanised, electronicised, and not very human. You've done away with humanity, the striving of man to achieve greatness through his own resources. KIRK: We've armed man with tools. The striving for greatness continues.

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KIRK: But they've rejected all that and all that this technology provides. And they seek the primitive. SPOCK: There are many who are uncomfortable with what we have created. It is almost a biological rebellion. A profound revulsion against the planned communities, the programming, the sterilised, artfully balanced atmospheres. They hunger for an Eden where spring comes. KIRK: All do. The cave is deep in our memory. 

I like that this kind of validates my hc that Kirk is using Starfleet to escape the society that is on Earth - the mechanized, sterilized society, the so called “paradise”. He’s still doing it within the system but as a frontier’s captain he has the means to take things into his own hands, using his command judgement to make a difference. He can still march to the sound of the drums and deep down, wishing for better tomorrows. And while he has the Enterprise and computers as his tools, he does strive for greatness through his own resources - struggling, crawling, moving forward through his pain - believing not in the system itself, but believing in himself and his people.

#Also enjoyed seeing how rigid stiff and not completely tolerant Kirk can be. #kinda want to rewatch discovery now because the whole Control thing makes so much sense now #anyway i know that my kirk hcs aren't that popular but it's not like i'm making them up #jim kirk #tos nonsense #anyway i guess that i can also consider one of my previous hc bases on this side of paradise as kinda maybe true #i.e. spock liking the idea of a paradise/eden and kirk being against it #to kirk paradise means struggling #to spock paradise means to be accepted and no struggles #headcanon times #just in case lol

[voltage-vixen]

Author Interview 💻

Thank you very much dear @lin-ful! I’m a huge fan of your work, and I feel truly flattered to be tagged by you! 💕

Name: Kristen 

Fandoms: L365,  SLBP, MLQC, Ikemen Sen/Vamp/Rev & MidCin. 

Want to do in the future: I would like to finish writing the original novel I started. I’ve actually set aside the time to sit down and start writing it, and I’m already a few chapters in. (Which finding the time is half the battle!)

Where You Post: I post mainly on tumblr, but due to recent glitching issues on the site, I’m going to start posting my fanfics to AO3. At least we will see how it goes over there for now!

I’m going to keep the prompts and special event stories on my blog here though. 

Most Popular One-Shot: I don’t know if a HC is technically considered a “one-shot”, but if it is my most popular one would be Bath Time with the Bidders. 

If that doesn’t count, then these stories for Gavin and Victor are both currently tied for first based on the note count: “Show me how you play with yourself.”--Victor  &   “I’m not feeling well.” “Then that means you’re on bed arrest today, and I’m your bed mate.”--Gavin

Most Popular Multi-Chapter Story: A Reassuring Reminder which features Gavin from MLQC. 

It’s funny because this was never intended to turn into a multi-chapter story, but lately Gavin has been one of the few characters that I’ve actually been feeling really excited to write for, and this story ended up continuing for that reason!

Favorite Story You Wrote: The Prequel to Paradise 

This was a story about how I pictured Yosuke and Taki meeting for the first time. I enjoyed really having to think about the box with this one, because writing for a character in the past can be tricky (at least for me) since we often only have a snapshot to work off of. I was very proud of being able to finish this one, and it really forced me to think

Story You Were Nervous to Post: Feelings Amiss

This was the first fanfic I ever wrote, and the very first one I ever posted to tumblr. I kept deleting the post when I originally first published it, but this was the story that helped me overcome the initial fear I first had. 

Also, it was my first one ever, so please don’t judge it too harshly! 😂

How You Choose Your Titles: In case it wasn’t obvious already, I LOVE alliteration and I will sit there and desperately try to make it work with the title, before I eventually give up and move on to something else. 😂

I can’t start writing the story without having the title, so the title process is a huge deal for me personally as a writer!

Completed: Is a lot an acceptable answer? 🤣🤷‍♀️ I honestly don’t know the count.

Incomplete: See answer to the question above. 😂

Do You Outline? NOPE! 

Been there, done that, and it’s not for me. More times than not I end up deviating from my original thought process anyway. 

Plus, I’ve been having difficulties managing my schedule lately, and that just adds another step for me to have to worry about.             

Do You Accept Prompts? I have a lot in previous requests sessions. I still will moving forward, but with the added disclaimer that despite my best efforts,  I won’t be able to guarantee anything. 

It’s nothing personal-some ideas just click while others have proven to be more challenging. 😣

Coming Soon/Upcoming Story You Are Most Excited to Write: I’m a rebel and combined these two questions since they had the same answers. 😂

I am SO unbelievably excited for the new events to get started!!! (I won’t list them all again, but you can find them HERE if you haven’t seen them yet.)

I’m going to be posting a calender shortly with the info on when you can expect to see them!

I’m also really stoked to start writing out for some of the newer fandoms I recently joined! I found some new characters that I really have grown fond of, and I already have a ton of ideas for them! 😊

What do you use to edit?: I write in Word and besides the basic catches it flags (and let’s be honest it misses a lot) I don’t edit. I HATE editing with a passion. 

I do edit in my freelance work (and I still dislike it) but for my hobby writing I “post and pray.” I know this is bad, and I truly do apologize in advance, but I overthink everything and I would start to second guess myself. 

This is 100% a me problem, but it’s a vicious cycle I prefer to avoid!

Writing setup: Chaos. Sheer and utter chaos. The more chaotic the better. 🤣 Seriously, I tend to thrive in a more busy environment. 

I sit on my couch and binge watch all the shows on Netflix that I can’t watch when my kids are awake. (Currently I’m watching Dexter in case anyone cared to know that.)

While I’m writing, I’m normally chatting with friends and I’m trying to use my energy/stamina so I can clear one of many events I’m probably playing. (cough-IkeSen right now-cough).

I end up getting distracted a lot throughout this process, but that’s alright! Sometimes the most randomest things can spark the slightest idea!  

Do you use a beta reader? 

I recently asked a friend for her opinion on the characterization for a newer character I was writing for, but otherwise I don’t on a regular basis.

Nearly all my writing lately has been taking place very late at night, and I always immediately post a story once it’s completed. The exception being the special event stories, but otherwise it’s all published right away. Even if I could find a patient enough soul willing to do it, my writing schedule is sporadic and it would be difficult for me to communicate consistently.  

Additionally, if I’m left alone to wait with my own devices, who knows what would happen?!😂

Where do you get your writing inspiration?  

A lot of times random thoughts will pop into my head when I’m reading a route. Or something I see or hear in real life may trigger an idea that I think would be perfect for a story.

Also, I hate waiting for new content to be released, so I need something to entertain myself with in the meantime! 😊

Can we get a quote from an upcoming WIP?

“You’re finally awake?”

MC groaned as her eyes flickered adjusting to the newfound darkness of the room she was currently being held captive in. 

“W-Where am I?” MC questioned, while glancing around the room trying to find any sort of clue that would provide her with the answers she was seeking. 

A tall intimidating cloaked figure, furtively scuttled over and roughly pinched the side of her bruised cheeks. 

“That’s enough out of you,” he snarled. “Today, I’ll be the only one asking the questions around here.”

(This is from the final chapter of A Reassuring Reminder)

Tagging: @iluvsexyvoltageguys & @that-wasnt-so-bad

#author interview #writer questions #thanks for the tag lin!