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When Worlds Collide: The Journey by enigma_k
Chapter: Chapter 4: Birth of Hope
08/20/2011 07:31 pm
I like this story. I really do. However, I find that NOTHING CHANGES because of the presence of Buffy, Spike, etc... That's unfortunate. It seems to me that even one life might be saved, one campaign might be more successful because of their presence...
You're talking two world saving warriors, here, in Buffy and Spike, not to mention the other Sunnydalers, all of whom are good at changing stuff, even if it's just by force of personality. Surely their presence should have some effect? If not, what's the point of the crossover, other than a change of venue...
As I said, I like the story, because it is pleasant and I love LOTR, but the point of a crossover is that the presence of new people will change things, otherwise, you're not writing your own story, you're just reworking the original. Instead of new words and experiences, you put the words of other characters into Spike's mouth... and even have him experience things that other characters did in the original... So it ends up being quite derivative of the original instead of new ideas. I do hope the last episode will vary this some... I write crossovers, so I was very hopeful when I foudn this here. Anyway, onto story 3.
Peace,
Blue
http://www.tthfanfic.org/authors.php?no=12717&list=profile
You're talking two world saving warriors, here, in Buffy and Spike, not to mention the other Sunnydalers, all of whom are good at changing stuff, even if it's just by force of personality. Surely their presence should have some effect? If not, what's the point of the crossover, other than a change of venue...
As I said, I like the story, because it is pleasant and I love LOTR, but the point of a crossover is that the presence of new people will change things, otherwise, you're not writing your own story, you're just reworking the original. Instead of new words and experiences, you put the words of other characters into Spike's mouth... and even have him experience things that other characters did in the original... So it ends up being quite derivative of the original instead of new ideas. I do hope the last episode will vary this some... I write crossovers, so I was very hopeful when I foudn this here. Anyway, onto story 3.
Peace,
Blue
http://www.tthfanfic.org/authors.php?no=12717&list=profile
02/27/2008 05:19 am
I didn't realize at first that this was book 2 of a series haha, but luckily I followed along well enough. I'm very eager to go back and read book 1. Great job on this!
Hodahvyah
04/18/2006 06:18 pm
When I first read the summary for your stories (this one and the first book)I skipped over them without any interest - even though I love the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. I've read other meldings of spuffy and shows/movies that were'nt good.
I am soooo glad that I gave these a chance. I absoluty love how you blended Spike and the gang in without losing the integrity or characterization of either collection of characters - or the actual trilogy itself.
I actually went back and watched the trilogy again on dvd and it was so easy to insert Spike and Buffy according to your story I found myself doing it unconsciously.
I am very much looking forward to Book Three.
I am soooo glad that I gave these a chance. I absoluty love how you blended Spike and the gang in without losing the integrity or characterization of either collection of characters - or the actual trilogy itself.
I actually went back and watched the trilogy again on dvd and it was so easy to insert Spike and Buffy according to your story I found myself doing it unconsciously.
I am very much looking forward to Book Three.
I'm glad you gave it a chance. I must say, was hesitant about doing the challenge at first, because I didn't feel I could do the LotR's characters (and story) justice. Glad to know that people are seeing a seamless blending between the two.
JenxGeR
04/12/2006 08:13 pm
Wow, I'm absolutely intrigued by your crossover. Just the perfect balance of 2 shows to not let 1 overshadow the other, tho its definitely leaning towards LOTR since its in a Middle Earth setting.
I really wish to read your Part 3 soon, and hope that Buffy will have more of an active role in this.
I know your fic is more Spikcentric than Spuffy, but it would be nice to see more Buffy-action, you know? She has all that Slayer abilities... Doesn't make her really weaker than any of them.
Looking forward to your part 3, and thank you for sharing your fics! :)
I really wish to read your Part 3 soon, and hope that Buffy will have more of an active role in this.
I know your fic is more Spikcentric than Spuffy, but it would be nice to see more Buffy-action, you know? She has all that Slayer abilities... Doesn't make her really weaker than any of them.
Looking forward to your part 3, and thank you for sharing your fics! :)
Thank you. With the third book now started, you'll see a return of all the Sunnydale characters. The second book was more about Frodo's journey, and since I'm not really touching on those two characters, it was rather short. The third book will be longer and more involved. :)
~*~Tasha~*~
04/10/2006 02:32 pm
Excellent end for Book Two. I look forward to the start of Book Three. You handled this all swiftly and interestingly to mix the two stories together. I look forward to more.
Thank you, Tasha. I'm glad you're enjoying. I've started the third part now.
Niamh
04/10/2006 04:53 am
You manaaged to sum up, in a few short chapters, one of the best sequels ever made -- and with additions never imagined by their creators. I am suitably impressed. This is just soo bloody good. . . So I guess this means the third Book will be coming soon?
Yes, book two was heavy on Frodo's journey, so I knew it would be short. The third book (which I see you've already reviewed the first chapter) will be a bit more involved and have more of the Sunnydale characters come into play.
vladt
04/10/2006 03:54 am
very good. very good blending of the two worlds: very good read. thanks
Thank you.
04/09/2006 09:19 pm
Interesting use of the BtVS characters. I am enjoying this tale and hope you give us more soon.
Thank you.
04/09/2006 04:41 pm
LOL, I loves it, you are merging the two universes so welkl :P
Thank you. :)
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