Snerk.

[elisi]

Have you seen this? Joss talks about issue 12 and a new development.... (Major spoilers if you follow the link!) My first reaction? Season 8 is turning into Torchwood! :) Oh, the joys of not caring are many and plentyful. I'm serious though about the Torchwood thing:

OWEN: Oi, you lot ... (He motions to the monitor.) Treat!
(Jack and Toshiko head over. Gwen is still kissing Carys.)
OWEN: Whoa.
JACK: Wow.
TOSHIKO: She said she had a boyfriend.
JACK: You people and your quaint little categories.

(I happen to have a tiny little cracktastic s8/AtF crossover plotbunny. This latest development is perfect! ::is delighted:: Might have to actually write the thing now, once other stuff is out of the way.)

ETA: Seriously, it just writes itself... (Did I mention how much I love TW? *g*)

Spike: Let’s all have sex.
Angel: And I thought the end of the world couldn't get any worse.
Buffy: I'm in!
[takes off her kevlar outfit to reveal tiny skimpy nightie]
Angel: ...
Spike: Brilliant! Spider - fetch the best demon brew and tell the girls we're having an orgy!
Connor: Yay!
Angel [aghast]: Go home!
Connor: No fair. [stomps out]
Spike: Bloody hell, why do you have to be so uptight? Let the boy have some fun.
Angel [grumpily]: He's slept with enough of my ex-girlfriends already.
Spike: I'm not a girl!
Angel: Jkdjfslkfjgkhfkjd!

[At this point I'm thinking that I'd like to have Captain Jack show up, since he is - of course - The Immortal in this verse. Should he bring Ianto (w. stopwatch, hockeystick and assorted other props)? What do you think? *happy sigh* I could keep writing this forever, trust me!)


Also, since I forgot this yesterday, being totally indifferent to s8 Buffy is v. handy when it comes to Spike in AtF, because I really, really don't want him to end up with Buffy. So I am free to ship him with everyone and anyone - Spider, Illyria, Connor... it's all good. (Of course he'll end up with Angel sooner or later, but until then I am happy just to follow the flow.)


I was going to say something about the AR, but I can't be bothered. And I ought to work on my winter_of_angel fic... ::deep sigh::

Comments

[stormwreath.livejournal.com]

Hmm. My first reaction on seeing that was "Oh my God, he actually went there!"

My second was "Now I don't need to write that fic I was thinking of, because Joss has done the same thing in canon."

My third was to laugh at all the snarky comments he was throwing in about killing Satsu off now, because he clearly knows his own reputation...

[elisi]

I think my second reaction was the same as your first. And then I thought about how happy this would make you (& others who ship them).

My third was to laugh at all the snarky comments he was throwing in about killing Satsu off now, because he clearly knows his own reputation...
Yes - significant others don't have a long shelflife...

Of course my biggest question now is 'Will he do the same for Spike & Angel?'

[beer-good-foamy.livejournal.com]

Well, isn't THAT interesting. That ought to stir up some waves; I was wondering when they would start pairing up the TV canon characters with the 2-dimensional ones...

All that talk about Buffy "experimenting" notwithstanding, I'm going to give Joss yet another benefit of a doubt here (call me naive) and assume this isn't an Ally McBeal-style Lesbian Kiss Episode. At least until I've read the whole thing. After all, most of the pre-release "OMG GUYZ U HAVE TO BUY 10 COPIES OF THIS BECAUSE YOUR PAGES WILL GET STICKY PEOPLE WILL TALK ABOUT IT FOR GENERATIONS TO COME" has been coming from non-Dark Horse sources. Oh well. Still not weirder than Buffy The Bankrobber.

[elisi]

Well, isn't THAT interesting. That ought to stir up some waves; I was wondering when they would start pairing up the TV canon characters with the 2-dimensional ones...
Well since I consider s8!Buffy as 2-D as Satsu, it doesn't bother me. But yes, there could be problems there...

Oh well. Still not weirder than Buffy The Bankrobber.
Oh no, not at all. And this one *does* stir the plotbunnies...

[stormwreath.livejournal.com]

I was wondering when they would start pairing up the TV canon characters with the 2-dimensional ones...
Um... they've already paired up Xander with Renee.

Now I'm waiting for the first person to complain that Joss is "pandering to fanboys"... should be along in 3...2...1...

[flake-sake.livejournal.com]

My first reaction? Season 8 is turning into Torchwood! :)
That was my first thought too. But since I love to see a bit more bisexuality in comics an tv, so I kind of like it. I don't even think it too OOC for Buffy (at least far less than the bank robbing). She has a thing for beings as powerful as her and to wait their lives away is not really an option for slayers.

But while he's at it couldn't Joss finally give in and through some Spangel into AtF? After all he was building towards that for the whole of S5.

[elisi]

She has a thing for beings as powerful as her and to wait their lives away is not really an option for slayers.
Oh it's perfectly logical, esp since she's stuck in that stupid castle with only Xander around.

But while he's at it couldn't Joss finally give in and through some Spangel into AtF?
Amen. Let's lobby Brian! :)

[beer-good-foamy.livejournal.com]

Angel [grumpily]: He's slept with enough of my ex-girlfriends already.
Spike: I'm not a girl!
Angel: Jkdjfslkfjgkhfkjd!

XD XD XD

[elisi]

It's practically canon! *points to icon*

[shapinglight]

Like others have said, I'm fine with it (though canon character/toon of any description doesn't do a lot for me) but I'd like to see Joss give the m/m slashers something too - and no, I don't mean anything to do with Andrew.

He doesn't count 'cos I can't stand him.

Angel and Spike in bed together would do me just fine, and it's not like it hasn't happened before (Soul Purpose).

[elisi]

I'd like to see Joss give the m/m slashers something too - and no, I don't mean anything to do with Andrew.
I adore Andrew, but I agree that he doesn't count. Also agree that if he really ought to do something about the m/m stuff, and Spike/Angel are by far the most likely couple to get together.

[debris4spike]

Sorry - I love Spike ... and want him to be happy ... with a true Buffy ... if not, please not Angel!!

[elisi]

I love Spike ... and want him to be happy ... with a true Buffy
Oh yes. I haven't handed in my Spuffy card, oh no. I just don't like comic!Buffy.

if not, please not Angel!!
Not Angel? But they're soulmates! (Sorry, couldn't help myself.) But they *are* canon!

[fangfaceandrea.livejournal.com]

LOL


Spike: Brilliant! Spider - fetch the best demon brew and tell the girls we're having an orgy!
Connor: Yay!


so much Snerk.

[elisi]

so much Snerk.
Comics are fun! :)

[ladypeyton.livejournal.com]

My very first reaction, as you saw, was resentment that I feel Spuffy was never resolved.

I *knew* he was going to go there, though. And yes, I agree with your Torchwood comparison.

But Spider> Ick! Hopefully after she brings the demon brew she gets banished from the orgy. She's truly creepy.

And boo! Connor should have been able to stay as long as he stayed *far* away from Angel because it just *CAN'T* ever go there. I'm drawing a *LINE* here!

[elisi]

My very first reaction, as you saw, was resentment that I feel Spuffy was never resolved.
Well the comics were never going to resolve *anything* on that front, and I gave up hoping for even a nod to Spuffy ages ago. Anyway, they're not canon, but they *are* entertaining when viewed as crack!

I *knew* he was going to go there, though. And yes, I agree with your Torchwood comparison.
Torchwood ftw! (Someone else has made that comparison on Whedonesque now. I wonder what Joss'll say! *g*)

But Spider> Ick! Hopefully after she brings the demon brew she gets banished from the orgy. She's truly creepy.
Yes, but that's the fun! Satsu is just sweet and a bit boring (unless she's going to betray Buffy of course).

I'm drawing a *LINE* here!
Oh yes. So was Angel - he was seriously freaked out, and covering. :)

[mikeygs.livejournal.com]

and teeny crack!fic!

It's kind of hard making fun of S8, you know? Like making a parody of a parody.

I'm part of the minority that never saw much with Buffy and Faith at least on her part. For all the "winkwink" subtext, Buffy's befuddlement when Willow told her about Tara, like the idea never really dawned on her at all, kind of leads me to think Canon!Buffy makes an arrow look curved. For the comics, though, eh, I buy it. At least it's not directly contradicting the show like some other things.

[elisi]

It's kind of hard making fun of S8, you know? Like making a parody of a parody.
True. Although that's also what makes it fun - as I said, it's like Torchwood where anyone is likely to sleep with anyone at any time.

kind of leads me to think Canon!Buffy makes an arrow look curved.
*nods* I can see Faith/Buffy as much as I can see Spike/Xander - that is, there are lots of winks to the audience, but I don't think the characters would ever go there. (Faith maybe, Buffy definitely not.)

For the comics, though, eh, I buy it. At least it's not directly contradicting the show like some other things.
There is that. Currently I'm rolling the phrase 'Buffy the bi-sexual bankrobber' around in my head. Nice alliteration. :)

[powerofthebook.livejournal.com]

Of course, this sets Satsu right up to be the "the closest, the most unexpected betrayal." All we really know about her is that she loves Buffy - can anyone read the dialogue in that little webcomic window?

The fact that she's experimenting with bisexuality, I kind of figured would happen - no boys or men in that castle besides Xander. What disturbs me is that she might be using somebody again. Would have thought she'd learned her lesson with Spike.

[elisi]

Of course, this sets Satsu right up to be the "the closest, the most unexpected betrayal."
Indeed it does. Which again brings us to the fact that s8 is like a crime novel...

The fact that she's experimenting with bisexuality, I kind of figured would happen - no boys or men in that castle besides Xander.
Thank goodness canon!Buffy is in Rome with The Immortal, having lots of great, guilt-free sex! :)

[adoxerella.livejournal.com]

Your crackfic makes me giggle, and I would probably wake my neighbors with the laughter and clapping if Jack shows up (with Ianto of course). And you would have to get to the fact the rest of the Scoobies (and of course Faith) would be uber pissed at missing out.
Faith: I cannot believe you guys had an orgy and didn't invite me.

Also, since I forgot this yesterday, being totally indifferent to s8 Buffy is v. handy when it comes to Spike in AtF, because I really, really don't want him to end up with Buffy.
In my head when I read this my first thought was *GASP!!!* Actually written out mind you, which means I probably spend too much time online.

*camps out in front of monitor (which I spelled as minotaur first indicating I may need to drink more coffee) to wait for Elisi Angel fic*

[elisi]

Your crackfic makes me giggle, and I would probably wake my neighbors with the laughter and clapping if Jack shows up (with Ianto of course).
I am *thisclose* to writing that bit, but sadly I really don't have time... maybe later.

Faith: I cannot believe you guys had an orgy and didn't invite me.
Heeeeeeeee! Brilliant! Totally going to use that! :D

In my head when I read this my first thought was *GASP!!!* Actually written out mind you, which means I probably spend too much time online.
Heh. I know the feeling. And as for Spuffy, then *my* Spuffy involves a Spike & a straight Slayer, not Spike and a bisexual bankrobber. 'Nuff said.

*camps out in front of monitor (which I spelled as minotaur first indicating I may need to drink more coffee) to wait for Elisi Angel fic*
My date is the 13th. And it's Angelus fic actually. (Which makes me nervous, I've never written him before.)

[cindergal.livejournal.com]

Ha! Okay, at first I thought, now Buffy is a lesbian bank robber? But then I read the interview and saw that Buffy is just "experimenting." By having a romp with someone she knows loves her. Oh, that's better. Lots of character growth there. ::rolls eyes::

I'm so glad I don't read these comics. I can just mock from afar. And enjoy the crack fic. ;-)

[mikeygs.livejournal.com]

Ah, but one must remember that in the Comicverse, none of the character/emotional growth and lessons of the last few years of the show ever happened. :P

[mrs-underhill.livejournal.com]

Great drabble!
Yes, let them all have an orgie, and let's not discriminate against inclusion of men. :)

[elisi]

Great drabble!
I never did a word count, but I suppose it's about drabble length...

Yes, let them all have an orgie, and let's not discriminate against inclusion of men. :)
Indeed. At least let them kiss just *once*!

[kitmarlowescot2.livejournal.com]

Hey if Buffy wants to be bisexual that is fine with me. As long as Joss is equal and we get a male relationship as well.
I went ahead onto Brian Lynch's myspace page.
And wrote this.

"Hi, Mr. Lynch this has nothing to do with your post. I am sure you are already aware of what Joss Whedon is doing with Buffy and Satsu. Personally I do not care. I just think that if one does do that, it should be done with males as well as females. So I think it would be more than fair to get two male characters in the same relationship. Be it a one night stand, or angst sex as well. I am sure you will hear from others as this comes out. I do enjoy your work very much.

Hopefully Joss will allow for a male relationship, either Spike with Angel, Wesley with Angel, or Gunn with Angel. Or vice versa. If one gets experimenting slayers, vampires should follow as well. If one was a vampire with all the time in the world, one would experiment alot.
I would stand to see any male sexual relationship as long as it wasn't with Andrew. Xander would go along nicely with any other male. Giles and Ethan would also be acceptable. I hope I do not seem to forward.
And if you have not seen the New York Times story with Joss, here it is
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/05/books/05buffy.html?_r=1&ref=arts&oref=slogin

Their is already quite a long discussion on whendonesque about this subject already.

Thank you."

Hopefully he will not think me too insane.

[kitmarlowescot2.livejournal.com]

Brian responded
"I think there absolutely should be a gay male character. Lots of them, absolutely. Maybe there already is?

Do you suddenly want AFTER THE FALL to go in that direction? I think it would make for an awkward shift.

As for your specific hook-up requests:

1. Spike with Angel. Hell, Spider seems to think it's going on already.

2. Wesley with Angel. One is noncorporal. That would make things difficult.

3. Gunn and Angel. That would be weirdest plot development in the history of comic books. Not really headed in that direction, is it?"

[lynnenne]

Angel [grumpily]: He's slept with enough of my ex-girlfriends already.
Spike: I'm not a girl!

HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.

Personally, I'd rather see Buffy in bed with Faith. But I'm not reading S8, so... Meh.

[elisi]

HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.
I was totally thinking of you when I wrote that! :)

Personally, I'd rather see Buffy in bed with Faith. But I'm not reading S8, so... Meh.
But Buffy/Faith would make sense and build on long established canon subtext. Can't have that, can we now?