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BONUS ROUND 1

Bonus Round 1

Genre-Mixing

Hey, shippers! Welcome to your very first bonus round proper--we hope you have lots of fun with it! This time around we're going to be asking you to mix it up a little--each fanwork posted for this round will be a mish-mash of two different genres, blended together in a delightful incestuous slurry to create an UNSTOPPABLE CREATIVE CONCOCTION--er. Or. Something.

Yeah, we're genre-mixing. That's what we're doing this round.

Rules

Submit prompts! Prompts should consist of two different genres and one ship. This cannot be your team's ship! These are worth 5 points each, for a maximum of 100 points per team.

Look through the prompts and fill whichever you like!

You may not fill prompts for your ship, nor may you fill your own team's prompts.

Fills should be posted as replies to the prompts which they are for, following the format below. They may be any medium.

Title Format
If you are starting a new thread, please use this format in your title.

Replace [YOUR SHIP] with the name of the team YOU belong to; please use the characters and quadrant, not whatever portmanteau or nickname you've come up with.
If your team name is not in this format and in the title we cannot guarantee that it will be counted.

If you are filling a prompt, use this format in your title.

Replace [YOUR SHIP] with the name of the team YOU belong to; please use the characters and quadrant, not whatever portmanteau or nickname you've come up with.
If your team name is not in this format and in the title we cannot guarantee that it will be counted.

Posts not using this format in the title will be understood to be unofficial discussion posts, no matter what they contain. They, like all comments on the comm, are subject to the Wank Policy.

Scoring
For prompt posts: 5 points each (maximum of 100 per team)

For fills (as stated here):
First 5 entries in each post: 30 (per entry)
Entries 6-10 in each post: 20 (per entry)
Entries 11-15 in each post: 10 (per entry)
Entries 16+ in each post: 5 (per entry)

All scored content must be created/assembled new for this round.

If you have any questions, please ask them at the FAQ post here, or email them to us (homestuck.shipping at gmail). Otherwise, we cannot guarantee that we will see them in a timely fashion!

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Nature Documentary+Holiday
Nepeta <3 Jade <3 Equius <>Nepeta

Grocery Shopping+Comedy
Rose <3< Vriska

Karkat<3Terezi, Murder Mystery + Supernatural

Ship: Tavros <> Sollux
Genres: Slice of life, fluff

i like to imagine that they're watching star trek uwu in their jammes

Re: FILL: TEAM DAVE<3TAVROS

jabberwockyx - 2012-06-23 10:54 (UTC) - Expand

Vriska<3 or <3<Terezi, western + paranormal

Terezi <> Dave: Comedy, Murder Mystery

Vriska <3 John: Highschool AU, Supernatural

I hope this is along the lines of what you wanted! ;u;

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Vriska gasped as her back hit the wall, John instantly pulling her down with him. He cupped a hand over her mouth and motioned towards the door to the side. It was the science lab. Eyes flashing in understanding, Vriska nodded and John carefully removed his hand.

Both teenagers cautiously got up, light on their feet as the moved as fast as they could towards the lab while still making as little noise as possible. John reached the door first but hesitated with his hand on the doorknob. Vriska rolled her eyes at him and mouthed encouragement. Nodding quickly, John pulled the door open and rushed in.

As Vriska made her way towards the open door, John poked his head back out signalling that the coast was clear. She hurried in after him and closed the door behind her as she entered the lab. As she clicked the lock shut, the two of them let out twin sighs of relief.

"Ghosts? Seriously?!" Vriska shouted.

John shushed her, "Yeah really. Now hurry up and help me find some salt."

"Tell me the truth John, this is some stupid Ghostbusters crap you're pulling on me isn't it?"

"Hey!" John pulled away from rifling through drawers, "Ghostbusters is a great movie! And you'd know that if you hadn't fallen asleep when we watched it at my place last week."

"Please John, it was booooooooring! I was actually hoping we'd watch Con Air again or something."

"Well I--" John fell silent as the lights in the room began to flicker. He looked at Vriska and she watched him with wide eyes.

"Salt you said?"

"Yeah."

"And you're sure it'll work?"

"I..." John faltered. He'd only ever seen stuff like this in movies and TV Shows. Was he sure it would work? No, he wasn't. But, they really didn't have any better options at this point.

"Nevermind," Vriska smiled at him, "Don't worry John. We've got this. Whatever we need to do, we'll do it."

John found himself smiling back and quickly resuming his search. Before long, they had both found a decent supply of salt and begun lining the entrances to the room with it. Once that was done, John made a circle with salt and guided Vriska into the center of it, joining her shortly after.

They sat in the circle silently before John risked snaking his hand into Vriska's, "I'm sorry."

Vriska looped up at him in surprise, "For what?"

"This wasn't exactly how I planned for our first date to go." John grinned at her sheepishly.

Vriska stared at him for a moment before laughing, "Are you kidding? Anywhere and everywhere I go with you is perfect John. Movies are great. Dinner is awesome. But a little adventure? That's the best!"

John watched her in shock, "Really?"

Vriska gripped his hand tighter in hers and leaned in towards him, resting her forehead on his lightly, "Really."

The lights flickered and they broke apart.

"First thing's first though. We've got get rid of this ghost."

John smiled at her teasingly, "Who you gonna call?"

Vriska glared.

Re: FILL: TEAM [Dirk<>Roxy]

prettyflyforaredspy - 2012-06-23 23:10 (UTC) - Expand

Re: FILL: TEAM [Dirk<>Roxy]

alymira - 2012-06-24 00:44 (UTC) - Expand

Calliope<>Roxy
clubbing + humor

Diamonds Droog <> Spades Slick

western, brit lit.

Aranea<3Meenah - ghost story + pranks

Spades Slick <3< Sn0wman

Dystopia and epistolary

John<>Vriska

Road trip and bildungsroman (coming-of-age)

WV<3PM<3AR

Western and Comedy

Sollux<3Karkat

Whodunit and Satire

Aradia<3Equius

Greek Mythology and Angst

i kept seeing parallels between the story of icarus and daedalus and what happened with equius and aradiabot, so i went with something kind of inspired by that.

aaaaand my scanner murdered equius, sorry. :/

Jade<3Rose

Magic and Romcom

Davesprite<3Jade, horror + sci-fi

Eridan <> Feferi

growing up / road movie

Bec <> Jade
comedy / documentary

Edited (prompt) 2012-06-23 03:49 (UTC)

God tier Jade and Bec at the same time doesn't make sense storywise, but it was the only way I could make a joke. Not sure if I did this right.

Terezi <3< Gamzee

Psychological / adictions (i.e. it must include at least one type of adictive habits/substances)

oh god this is so bad i'm so sorry

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fueled

A good kismesis' job was to better each other, bring about mutual help by trying to work with each other to fix your flaws. If a kismesis was that clean-cut, Terezi and Gamzee would have been fine together.

But Gamzee was hellbent on running away, and Terezi took no more than sick pleasure out of hunting him down.

It could say they were destructive to each other, but they were used for what they needed; Gamzee needed the rush from being hunted, from training and leaping and fighting that he could get nowhere else. Karkat would hold him back; the others were too scared. Terezi, on the other hand, needed to bring him down. He had gotten off so easily, too easily, something she couldn't stand for. It felt like someone had taken a knife right into her morals, and twisted.

And it felt fantastic.

When they caught each other, they'd fight and get bloody and one or more would get away, and even when begged to explain why Terezi kept turning up bloodied with no sign of anyone else. It was unhealthy, and they both knew it- but they couldn't stop, they couldn't break, and they each had something only the other could give.

It didn't hit a breaking point until one day, when bones were (almost) broken and they were (almost) forced to speak.

"I refuse to continue to lie for you." Terezi spat the words out, bringing herself to her feet with her cane. "They will find you. I will not protect your secret."

Gamzee let out a low whine that sounded more like a dog's defensive growl. "Is it driving you mad, sister? Mad that you can't bring me to them?" Terezi's wince answered his question. "Mad that your lying has already compromised you--"

He was cut off by Terezi's cane hitting his neck. "It is not your place to speak! I could bring you in whenever I wanted. I am being generous."

Gamzee let out another laugh. "You're slipping."

Terezi pressed harder. "You are lucky I indulge in your games."

It wasn't long until Gamzee was gone and Terezi was left to limp back to her abolition trap on the meteor to wash up. She took a long breath as she washed; the smell of her blood- which, somehow, was the only blood that ever smelled metallic and wrong- the grape smell of Gamzee, the flowers of the soap.

It almost hurt her to scrub him off. Perhaps it really was that divine.

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(i'm so sorry if there are spelling errors, troll terms man. I hope this is what you were thinking of!)

Jane <3 Dave

Mystery solving / steampunk

Jake<3Dirk

Science Fiction and Journals

sdkfjsa;df I HOPE THIS IS OKAY AHAHAH x'D It's sappy as all hell and probably really OOC but-- ;;u;; ENJOY~

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PROJECT START (Day 0)
Quick Notes: Specimen in astonishingly well-cared for condition.
We received the package today. The ice-man was well preserved and had minimal scarring. We have not yet defrosted him. Care must be taken. The conditions must be perfect.

Day 6
Quick Notes: Specimen unruly.
It has been almost a week since we first defrosted the ice-man. It took nearly two days for him to fully regain consciousness. Once awake, he proceeded to rampage around the lab. The obvious language barrier allowed no reasoning to be had. Subject had to be sedated.

Day 17
Quick Notes: Specimen progressing in terms of mannerisms.
Today marks the first day that the ice-man did not attack on of our own. We were able to introduce him to some familiar foods in person without just pushing them past his cell. He seemed to enjoy them. Perhaps we will next attempt to groom him. He seems quite intrigued by the shortness of our hair as he's always touching mine.

Day 29
Quick Notes: Specimen demonstrated various aspects of physique.
His hair's been cut and he's been shaved to the best of my ability. It had to be me to perform these tasks as he seems reluctant to let anyone else near him with any form of sharp objects. He also allowed us over the course of the days to test his strength, stamina and intelligence. I must admit, he's a lot brighter than I originally gave him credit for. Perhaps he may even learn our language one day. I will attempt to teach him to read.

Day 43
Quick Notes: Specimen needed glasses.
I've been teaching him how to read. At first the process yielded no results. Turns out he could not see. It was foolish of us not to check his eyes. The glasses are a perfect solution. At first, he wanted ones like mine but I managed to motion to him that the type of glasses he needed would have to be un-tinted. It was amazing how thrilled he was about how clearly he could see after we gave them to him. At least, I think he was thrilled. He didn't say anything I could understand but... I... I just knew somehow.

Day 60
Quick Notes: We named him.
It had been long enough. We've been calling him the ice-man for an unreasonably lengthy period of time. I suppose the one good thing that came from waiting this long is that he can read and spell a little. He can even speak a few words, though he pronunciation is terrible. But I digress-- since he can do all that, he was able to choose a name to his liking. He chose Jake. Whether that was his old name or if he chose a new one that he preferred, I have no idea. I'd like to think it suits him though.

Day 94
Quick Notes: Jake picks up on things incredibly fast.
Jake and I have been spending a lot of time together as of late. Somehow he seems to trust me over all the others. Perhaps it is because I am one of the few who treat him as an equal. I don't do it for any reason in particular. He simply is. There is no denying his intelligence. He can already speak many simple sentences and phrases. Although his accent is still atrocious, the progress is remarkable and I frown upon any and all who dismiss his continuing success. In an example of his brilliance-- yesterday I showed him a film. He watched and seemed to learn that to give flowers is to show affection. I know this because, today, he presented me with a make-shift bouquet of dandelions. It was quite thoughtful of him.

Day 143
Quick Notes: He's lonely.
His language has advanced greatly. He told me the story of his home today. He related to me how much he missed it and how much he wished he could see everyone he used to know once more. He told me about all his friends. I didn't know what to say. For the first time since we defrosted him, I wished we hadn't. He's sad. He's lonely. It hurts me to see him like this. I don't know what to do.

Day 175
Quick Notes: N/A
I was stupid. Really stupid. I... I kissed him. He won't talk to me anymore. He refuses to see me.

Day 188
Quick Notes: Jake's laugh is amazing.
We're finally on good terms again. It took a little while. Jake explained to me that he hadn't been mad; not really. He had just needed a little time to process what had happened. I assured him that it was a stupid thing I had done. I was just worried about him. I told him he didn't have to worry about it ever happening again. He went silent for a while after that. I think he was considering what I said. It must have been the right thing to say though because he smiled and asked if we could watch another movie together. I was a little wary. He enjoys movies but he has really horrible taste most of the time. I told him exactly that and he just laughed in response. It's... not really a scientific note but... he has the best laugh I've ever heard.

Day 216
Quick Notes: Jake's very interested in my past.
He always was but it seems even more so that usual. He keeps asking me strange, intimate details. He wants to know if I'm married or if I'm dating. He's even asked about who I've been with in the past. He asked me what I look for in a person and what qualities I find attractive. I'm not to sure what to think of this. Part of me wants to believe it's because he's interested in me. But... the logical part remembers a month or two back when he completely rejected me. I guess it's far more likely that he's interested in one of the other researchers he interacts with. Some of them even enjoy the same movies as him... I'm sure I shouldn't be feeling as disappointed as I do thinking about it.

Day 287
Quick Notes: We're integrating him into the world.
Everyone's thrilled with the progress Jake's made. It's almost as if he wasn't from years in the past. He can walk and talk and act as the perfect modern man. Anything that doesn't fit just seems like a quirk on his part. We're moving the project to the phase-- real-world integration. The first part is getting Jake a new place to live where he can freely interact with neighbours and the general public. I've gone ahead and offered Jake a room at my place but, of course, I'll understand if he chooses to stay elsewhere. I mean, we've gotten really close over the course of the last few months but... I'm sure he's just being polite. He does that a lot. I just really enjoy talking to him. It's like having my brother back home again. Actually, it's better than that. Jake just... he... he makes me really happy.

Day 314
Quick Notes: The neighbours think we're a couple.
Jake's been living with me for around a month now. It's been great. I don't remember having ever having such a good time. We're always goofing off, watching movies, eating stupid junk-food, building robots, exploring-- I feel like a kid again. The only strange thing about it is that the neighbours seem to think were dating. I don't mind so much but I don't want Jake to feel awkward. I don't want to lose his friendship. It's been a long time since someone has meant as much as he does to me.

Day 355
Quick Notes: Jake's been acting really weird lately.
I told Jake his birthday was coming up. Well, not his ACTUAL birthday. His "defrost" day if we've going into semantics. He laughed and reminded me of that gift my brother sent me on mine. Jake thinks the puppets are creepy but my bro know I love them so every year he sends me a few new ones. This year, he sent me an orange one and a green one that were, err... arranged in an oddly sexual position in the box. I regret ever telling him what Jake and my favourite colours were. Brushing that subject off though, I asked Jake what he wanted for his birthday. He got really silent after that. He just smiled and said he already had everything he wanted. He seemed really uncomfortable... I didn't want to push him though, so I just let it drop.

Day 364
Quick Notes: N/A
There's like five minutes till midnight. Jake's sitting on the couch. I've got a surprise planned for him. He's been really down lately so I go this huge-ass cake in the shape of a gun. He's been really interested in those since I showed him how they worked. Heh. I can't wait to see his reaction.

Day 365
Quick Notes: Fuck.
Fuck.
No really.
I just.
What.
WHAT.
W
H
A
T
Okay. Quick recap.
12:00
I shove his skinny-ass towards the table.
I gesture towards the cake.
I smile and act cool. (Scratch that-- I don't need to act.)
He FUCKING TEARS UP.
He
tells
me
he
LOVES
me.
I. WHAT.
I DON'T
I

JOURNAL END -- (Day 366)
Quick Notes: N/A
This has been the best day of my life. Has it been a day? More than I day. I don't know. I frankly don't care. This has just... wow, I don't even know what to say. I'm just... I'm so glad we found Jake. I can't imagine my life without him. And now? I won't have to.

Rose<3Kanaya

Regency and Ghost stories

Vriska<3Karkat

Steampunk and Mystery

Vriska<>Kanaya

Hurt/Comfort and Tradgedy

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BONUS ROUND 1

Bonus Round 1

PROMPT: TEAM ROXY <3< MEENAH

PROMPT: TEAM ROXY <3< MEENAH

PROM

PROMPT: TEAM BRO<3DAD

FILL: TEAM DAVE<3TAVROS

Re: FILL: TEAM DAVE<3TAVROS

PROMPT: TEAM DAVE<3TAVROS

PROMPT: TEAM DAVE <3 VRISKA

PROMPT: TEAM DAVE <3 VRISKA

FILL: TEAM [Dirk<>Roxy]

Re: FILL: TEAM [Dirk<>Roxy]

Re: FILL: TEAM [Dirk<>Roxy]

PROMPT: TEAM [Alpha!Dave/Alpha!Rose]

PROMPT: TEAM BRO<3GRANDPA

PROMPT: TEAM BRO<3GRANDPA

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

FILL: TEAM ARADIA<3FEFERI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM DAVE<3TAVROS

PROMPT: TEAM JADE<3KARKAT

PROMPT: TEAM JADE<3KARKAT

FILL: TEAM John<>Vriska

PROMPT: TEAM JADE<3KARKAT

FILL: TEAM DAVE <3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JADE<3KARKAT

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

FILL: TEAM [Dirk<>Roxy]

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI

PROMPT: TEAM JAKE<3 TEREZI