That's a lot of stuff!
There are a few stragglers who still need to send me links or whatever, but for the most part it's fully updated and done on the post below!
I might do that again in the future, but my poor mouse need a break after all that copy pasting/highlighting/bold tagging/coloring/ect.
You can find the full post below!
300 Word Story Event Main Post!
It's pretty much about to explode with how many comments there are + how long it is though, so feel free to use this post instead to discuss the stories.
32 comments:
Hah, thanks for fixing the link to mine, I'm sure it's been a very long night for you.
ReplyDeleteSo many stories and half of them ignore the 300 mark but I'm not complaining an ounce.
ReplyDeleteebonmanes was pretty cool ^.^
ReplyDeleteHmmmm number 85 has no link and some of the numbers are missing.
ReplyDelete@Anonymous 317
ReplyDeleteJust smile and nod that there are 96 stories until it's fixed or changed.
Darkon Arters Shadows here, thank you for having me here at this event it's been fun. But now I have to leave. Rainbow Dash is threatining to buck my dark cloud-like mass apart. (If you see my cousin Kracko the monster cloud, tell him to stay away from the Pegasus ponies)
ReplyDeleteThe reason why Rainbow Dash is mad was for calling attention to the fact that she won the manliest filly of the year... without even entering the contest mind you. (Thought it would have been Applejack)
Hope I did worse then everyone else, it'll give you a nice self esteem boost... also Phoe your better then me so get over it no one out fails me you hear me, so stop trying to get someone to call you horrible! You don't get to fail because you don't have a liscence for it.
Rainbow Dash: Get back here so I can buck you one Dar... KON! (Darkon dissappears mid-sentence into the ether of nothingness, thankfully it's night time the best place for Darkon to hide is in the shadows always watching everything)
Buck Norris: Don't worry I'll get him with a roundhouse buck for you later man.
Rainbow Dash: But I'm a girl.
Buck Norris: Really... so I guess the rumors were true that I can change every Colt in the world into a Filly with just a look in my general direction.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteI fixed 85, which numbers are missing?
@Sethisto
ReplyDelete#'s 49, 55 and 76.
Buck Norris: HAH, GOT YA! (Get's roundhouse bucked for coming back)
Looking at the stories I think it should've been named "Short Story Even".
ReplyDeleteBut hell, it's still awesome.
>96 stories
ReplyDeleteDERPY. DERPY EVERYWHERE.
I like how you titled this post as "300 Story Event". Next time you do this you may very well have 300 stories to sort through.
ReplyDeleteI WANTED to make one, but nooooooooo. I was too lazy.
ReplyDelete@papersketch No. We weren't lazy,
ReplyDeletewe just did not have...
THE MAGICS.
Be gone! -Flee-
Despite mine really not having very much substance, as a teaser it was perfect for the event.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading most of the stories! You must do another like it again!
How about a collaborative story event, where people sign up and then we are ordered and must write 5 sentences, connected to the last 5 sentences of the person before?
Just something to consider.
Ugh... just woke up, damn adjusted sleep schedule insisting I don't sleep past 9. x.x
ReplyDeleteFor those unaware, I did a short review of every single story in the line up (If i missed any, let me know.) If any of you submitted a story, look in the main post's comments, the reviews are all there. I hope it helps or at least gives you a smile at it. Did it for you guys after all! xD
@Neon Noble
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like something you can effectively do better in a chatroom than you could, say, outside of one.
I had to cut a lot of good stuff out of my story to fit the 300 word limit, but oh well it's all in good fun.
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting on every story flash!
@Zarkanorf
ReplyDeleteGood point.
That was a fun event. We should do it again sometime.
ReplyDeleteSlight complaint, I feel like the stories that went over 300 words should get an asterisk or something. I worked hard to trim mine down to EXACTLY 300, dammit.
Eh, whatever, I guess it doesn't actually matter.
Alright! I have compiled a list of my top 10! This is only a personal best. I'd prefer it if you all read through the 96 stories instead of going completely off this list, but I understand people have busy schedules.
ReplyDeleteIn the order of fairness, I won't be adding any of the five fics I wrote for this event to the list. However, I would greatly appreciate it if you guys would give them a read and review. #21, #74, #77, #91, and #93. ^^
Onto the list!
But first, runner ups!
a. Last Stand #27
Deserves a mention because it's fun to read in an epic voice! xD
b. Ponies Are So… Interesting #34
While I didn't want to include this on my top ten, I wanted to mention it because Pangolynn needs to write a follow-up. If Trixie turns out to be L and Spike ends up as Ryuk, you'll have me sold!
c. Consent #52
Partially here as an apology to Pacce for freaking out on her when I reviewed this. But it's mostly here because the Author's Note she included after my little freak out made it a million times more funny. xDDD
Ok! Now, onto the list!
10. Random #39
An insightful look at Pinkie's role in life. I love alternate interpretations of the character that portray her as a genius, and this one pulls it off quite well!
9. Big Day #9
I couldn't help but to include this one. It's so cute! I also kind of like how it keeps us in the dark about what's really going on here. We can't fully tell why Spike is suddenly happy, but neither can we fully understand why Twilight can't see his disappointment. It kind of keeps us guessing until the very end where we get a pleasant surprise!
8. The Talk #36
It's quite possible to guess how this one ends from the start, but that's because it makes sooooo much sense in character. Those who don't see it coming will be hit with a freight train of funny, though even if you do see it coming, it's still quite funny. xD
7. Apple Standoff #67
Pony Outlaws! How could not include this one?
6. Royal Standard of Griffons #71
So full of epic! Gives me 300 vibes. What can be more epic than Griffon and Pony wars?!?
5. Breathless #96
A very nice ship fic involving Lyra and Bon Bon. I like how it subverts common tropes involved with ship fics. Funny and cute, perfect for any fan of shipping!
4. Trapped #86
This fic is very disturbing if you think about it too much, but it's also incredibly funny! The twist had me laughing so hard, I wonder if my neighbors thought I was crazy… then again, they probably already think I'm crazy.
3. No Hard Feelings #35
Fantastic Fluttershy fic that will make you feel warm inside. The very concept shows the level of compassion the character has. It's handled beautifully!
2. Crack in the Ice #84
If you could tell, I'm not a huge fan of grimdark, but this one was surprisingly well put together, and brings into question some safety concerns relating to Winter Wrap-Up. Well worth the read if you like a bit of sadness.
AND THE WINNER IS…
1. Lightning Ride #68:
Are you at ALL surprised at this pick? I practically worshipped the author in my review. xD
Seriously though, all of Bookish Delight's stories have a great handle on the character's personalities. They all carry the show's message of friendship and follow the show's style to a tee. Almost to the point that I could imagine them as episodes! But they also some level of subtle shipping, not too much that it would scare away the anti-shippers, but enough to toy with our imaginations. Seeing Bookie take on a 300 word story in the same style and making it a sequel to my favorite story of his is what really lands this, in my personal #1 spot!
Well! This has been fun guys! Though to be honest, I hope Sethisto's mouse delays him long enough. It'll be a while before i have the energy to do this again. xD
In numerical order, here's ten of the stories that particularly impressed, amused, touched or baffled me!
ReplyDelete#10 - Plum Season
#21 - Trixie's Great Defeat
#35 - No Hard Feelings
#44 - Are we Pony? Or are we Dancer?
#48 - It's Her Favorite Wall to Lean On
#70 - Sewing the Impossible
#72 - Letters to the Princess
#73 - Pinkie Pie Tries Vegetables
#81 - The Art of Stalking
#96 - Breathless
@flashfox466
ReplyDeleteStep 1) Have silly idea
Step 2) See it's midnight in Arizona
Step 3) ???
Step 4) Make number 5 on top ten list.
0_0. Really wasn't expecting that silly thing to be good, But I'm glad you liked it.
@kegisak
ReplyDeletehaha, most writer don't expect it.
Though I have to admit, it was a really hard list to compile. Even when I shaved off as much as I could, I still had like 30 fics I really didn't want to leave off. I hope no one was disappointed they didn't make it on the list.
...oh, my, I'm not used to overarching accolades! I guess all I can say is "thank you," really. I'll do everything I can to keep things interesting. :)
ReplyDelete(I have got to take a block of time in the very near future to read all of these. The ones I have read thus far were truly remarkable. I will say that so far #24 (Inspired Coolness) has had a most lasting effect on me. ^_^)
Heh, I'm glad some people enjoyed what I wrote (#81)! I've been having the toughest time getting back into writing after so long.
ReplyDelete@flashfox466
ReplyDeleteFlashFox, I'd be more than happy to give each of your stories a quick review. ^-^
Game of Chess
Oho, a crossover? You'll have to pull this off on its own merit though, as I barely know anything about Amaterasu!
Ooh, epic buildup! What sort of conflict will this be?
...Moustache...okay, I LOVE this story. SO MUCH. <3 It's truly great.
Snails is Cute
Ack, those ponies..I dislike their existence based on...well something just doesn't sit well with me when I see them. D:
I was expecting a big more of a reveal than just "Snails is in with the in crowd" though...it's funny in its own way, but I don't really see why this is the case. He's...cute? I don't see it.
Ponyville Nudist Colony
On a purely random level, this story is just epic. The revelation that every pony is NAKED, combined with the appearance of Rainbow "pimpin'" Dash just...oh goodness, and the ending nearly had me in stitches.
But...how do waffle loaves stare? Do they...have eyes? CAN THEY SEE US? *tinfoil hat*
Growing Pains of Spike
...Why does this fanfic leave me with the feeling that Twilight has a crush on her own pet?
...And why doesn't this disturb me as much as it should? D:
...Cute story though. Ridiculously cute. <3
Trixie's Great Defeat
...Oh god this makes me want to hug Trixie so much. To see her reduced to doing this, and to see how crushing the events in Ponyville were on her...Poor Trixie. ;-;
You write very well, Fox. ^-^ Very well indeed.
@Bookish Delight
ReplyDeleteOh! I hope I didn't embarrass you too much!
@Lovecraft
I liked yours too, kind of wish I could have fit it in the top ten.
@Introbulus
ReplyDeletePosted right when I posted!
Thanks so much! I'm glad to hear feedback! And I'm glad you're honest with it too.
-Yeah, there is absolutely no reason Amaterasu and Celestia would fight outside of playfulness. You should play Okami if you ever get a chance, it's great. xD
-Don't fully blame you for not liking Snips and Snails, I'm just kind of sentimental towards Snails in particular because he has a cutiemark that mocks him more than celebrates his talents... I can relate...
-I'll have to draw a loaf of waffle one of these days, though I dunno if I will ever show if it has eyes or not. Somethings need to remain a mystery. xD
-Based Growing Pains on the screenshot included with the fanfic. Found it so cute I just had to write a ship fic. "Get it out of my system" as they would say. xD
I've been planning for a while now to write more with Trixie, and Trixie's Great Defeat was based on some ideas I've had for future fics. I'm thinking of writing another fic in the coming week (what else am I going to do when it rains on Spring Break?) that'll somewhat continue from there, and it'll have a bit more of a happier ending.
Well, I'm glad you enjoyed my writing! Still many areas I need to improve it, but I'm so glad that you've taken the time to read and give your thoughts. Thanks again!
@Lurks-no-More
ReplyDeleteI made a list? Oh thank you, but I'm sure there are better ones out there than mine... I thank you for including me though.
#72 - Letters to a Princess is the actual title though... unless I screwed up on the submission form...
There is a second letter that's linked in the first... if you all want to read it feel free, I am currently debating taking them and forming something of a coherent story out of them. Not sure if I'll do any good though...
I got 96 problems,
ReplyDeletebut a pony ain't one
I'm not sure which topic people are paying attention to. I'll post the final four reviews here as well just in case:
ReplyDelete97) Big Macs Bigger Debt: Red Top didn't really come off as a loan shark persona. He spoke a lot more like a psychopath, who enjoyed causing suffering in others. I guess people like that could still be loan sharks, but I just don't feel it… Though, good attempt in creating a dark atmosphere.
98) The Secret Life of Twilight Sparkle: ZOMG Twilight as Walter Mitty. xD
Always liked stories of this type. The Assassins Creed parody was pretty damn funny. xD
And while the Bond fantasy it a bit cliche with this type of story, Moneypinkie made it all worth it. xD I have to wonder if Pinkie is playing along or unaware Twilight is fantasizing about her?
99) Filly Fright Night: xDDD Funny Twist! Well, Applebloom got the pleasure of being Michael Jackson… ok maybe that's not a good thing.
I wonder if this show will ever have a halloween special.
100) The Greatest Equine Who Has Ever LIVED!: I was wondering if Sethisto was going to contribute or not.
That was quite good! Very much fun! The twist at the end isn't the most original thing in the world, but I still like it. xD (Plus anyways, any shipping of Twilight is a winner in my book)
Please don't smite me.
@flashfox466
ReplyDeleteI was honestly going to end it with her busting out a guitar and closing the event with love, but I got lazy and just rolled with twilight.