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Post by Admin on Nov 8, 2012 13:37:06 GMT -6
I just merged all the Zutara fanwork threads with the FC, because I just want to go to one thread for everything Zutara. You may now post fic recs, fanart, and AMVs. They can even be your own. Example: If I created a new Zutara fanart, I can post it here AND in my gallery if I had one. That also goes for fanfic writers. You can post your updated fics in this FC as well as your own thread. Think of this place as the equivalent of the Zutara tag on Tumblr, except that it has more quality and it's moderated. I'll just post all the fic recs in one entire post every Friday then. How is that? That could become quite the chore for you as the site picks up and as time passes. I'm not sure it would be an effective method in the long-run. I've done it before, and it's not much of a hassle. Fic recs will also be archived in the front post. Now I'd like to keep discussions about the changes of the FC through PM. Message me if any of you have problems or suggestions with the changes.
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Post by Admin on Nov 8, 2012 21:46:02 GMT -6
Here is something a dear friend of mine, goquackyourself, wrote. I just had to share it, since we caught up today: To be perfectly honest, Zuko and Katara snuck up on me. I didn’t expect to love them like I do and I didn’t expect to have such feelings about them even now like I do. I was going to post screencaps of their scenes in different episode but it was this one here that sealed my everlasting love for these two. “The Southern Raiders” produced such a beautiful and poignant display of how Zuko got Katara, how when she had to explain her feelings to Sokka and Aang, of why she had to seek her mother’s killer out, she didn’t have to have explain a thing to him. He understood it and was ready to help her in whatever she needed. Their teamwork when getting on that ship (and those matching clothes OH YE GODS MY NINJA BABIES) had me rejoicing. They complimented each other in their fighting styles and didn’t miss a beat. Katara let loose and it was only with Zuko that she was able to let loose and come to the decision of sparing that man’s life, because what she needed was someone who would let her vent in her way, to respect her choices no matter what it was. I loved that Katara delved in such a personal and raw time in her life with Zuko, it showed the trust that she had in him and it showed the turning point from hatred and anger to forgiveness and friendship. I loved that Zuko showed such concern for Katara, wanting to have her rest and knowing she was exhausted, and this was when her back was turned. I loved that Zuko seemed to be in such awe of Katara and her abilities. I loved that Katara finally forgave Zuko and reached a new level in their already layered relationship. That hug melted my heart because it signified so much, so much that has happened, so much that has changed and so much more to come with them.
This is one of the ships that I will never understand why it didn’t happen. Zuko and Katara had it ALL. Trust, friendship, sacrifice, understanding, loyalty, concern, devotion, connection, EVERYTHING that makes a relationship work. They went from hatred to understanding to hatred again to forgiveness to almost dying for each other. Their relationship was complex but it was beautiful and it was progressive since season one. I fully expected them to become canon in the end and I will be forever disappointed that it didn’t. However, it won’t stop me from loving these two and appreciating what I got with them. They will always be one of my top OTP’s of all time.
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ladyavatar
Pro-Bender
Ozai Fangirls, Represent!
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Post by ladyavatar on Nov 9, 2012 9:43:10 GMT -6
In addition to dearly wishing to join this fabulous club, I have a question for my fellow fanfiction readers (which I originally asked in the chat room but have since transferred here, since this is probably a more appropriate place for it): What do you believe are the top ten Zutara fanfictions you ought to read in order to not risk being accused of having committed high treason in the fandom on account of having missed out on these fabulous stories?
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Post by Admin on Nov 9, 2012 16:51:53 GMT -6
WELCOME TO THE ZUTARA FC, ladyavatar! Make sure to read the fanclub rules, and feel free to join in the discussion! ✄ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Zutarotica Fest & Fanfiction Contest We’ll be having a Zutarotica Fest, as well as Fanfic contests with money as prizes to the winners. $50 via Paypal is the planned amount, so if you’re a hardcore Zutara fan that likes challenges and also making money, these contests are a great way to improve your skills, have fun, and all around earn from it. The events will be hosted here at PaintedBlue soon, but next year since Zutara Month(December) is currently keeping us busy. Be sure to check up on the forum for updates if you’re interested in participating.
Go to it's discussion thread if you want to ask questions or add suggestions: painted-blue.com/index.cgi?board=contestschallenges&action=display&thread=121&page=1
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS - Why do you ship Zutara?
- When did you start liking Zutara? NEW
- What sets Zutara apart from other pairings in Avatar: The Last Airbender? NEW
- Which is your favorite aspect of Zuko & Katara's relationship? NEW
[b]Why do you ship Zutara?[/b]
[b]When did you start liking Zutara?[/b]
[b]What sets Zutara apart from other pairings in Avatar: The Last Airbender?[/b]
[b]Which is your favorite aspect of Zuko & Katara's relationship?[/b] FANON QUESTIONS - Is Zutara your OTP? NEW
- Share a daydream or dream you had about Zutara. NEW
- What crossovers would you like with Zutara? NEW
[b]Is Zutara your OTP?[/b]
[b]Share a daydream or dream you had about Zutara. [/b]
[b]What crossovers would you like with Zutara?[/b] I just added more questions, guys! The new ones are labeled. You don't have to answer all of them in one post. Feel free to answer one at a time if you'd like. I added the codes to make your life easier when answering the questions. Just copy and paste! ✄ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Fic Rec Friday
Author: SCWLC
Story Title: Airbender's Child: Water, Airbender's Child: Earth, Airbender's Child: Fire
Completed: Yes.
Rating: T
Warnings: None.
Other Included Ships: I can't actually remember. I think Sokka/Suki might have featured, but Zutara is definitely the main focus.
Summary: Zuko's father was always disappointed his son wasn't a good enough firebender. His mother was disappointed he was a firebender at all. AU.
Why You Would Recommend It: As you can see, this is a trilogy, so I'm recommending all three here, and they are indeed worth reading. Not only is this a beautiful exploration of Zuko's character, but the way SCWLC developed the Zutara romance is actually quite lovely. It's a friends to lovers scenario, and I do like the fact that it is awkward, funny, adorable, and (best part) isn't rushed.
I'll admit that I mostly love this trilogy for the general side of it (I'm a sucker for Zuko-centric fics, regardless of the pairing), so if you enjoy Gaang friendships, angst and hilarity mixed all into one, you will like this trilogy. It's unique, interesting, and definitely left me satisfied. I do recommend it to anyone who hasn't taken a stab at reading the series yet and enjoys a lighter Zutara romance.
My recommendations are probably ones everyone has read already, but here they are. Author: Fandomme Story Title: Stormbenders Completed: Yes Link:http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4088139/1/Stormbenders Rating: T Warnings: Its addicting! Other Included Ships: Suki/Sokka (kinda) Summary: Deep in the Fire Nation jungle, the Gaang meets a group of rogue water ninja who send Zuko and Katara on a mission to retrieve Ozai's secret battle plans. Why You Would Recommend It: It is full of action and the right amount of fluff and the author does a great job of keeping everyone in character. The romance isn't too rushed, and is appropriate for the story. It also makes you laugh a lot!
Umm, next one would probably be My Heart Burns For You. Author: AlwaysZutarian Story Title: My Heart Burns For You Completed: Not yet (although it has been in progress forever and has over half a million words so far) Link: www.fanfiction.net/s/4527436/1/My-Heart-Burns-for-You Rating: M (the smuttier version is included in her profile) Warnings: It takes FOREVER to see Zutara, but that is what makes the story that much better. It has a way of sucking you in. Other Included Ships: Suki/Sokka and a bit of Taang. (Oh and Maiko and Kataang in parts) Summary: Four years have passed since the end of the war, but as they meet again and encounter many obstacles, Zuko and Katara realize that what their hearts truly burn for is for one another. Can they love each other knowing they will hurt those that love them? What will become of them when a new enemy appears with a vengeful plot to destroy everything they had worked for to bring peace? Why You Would Recommend It: The author does a great job of adding to the story, and has a lot of ups and downs that keep you addicted.
Oh...and of course I love The Black Games. But who couldn't love that story??
Author: Treacle Chip
Story Title: "Always the Light"
Completed: Yes
Link: www.fanfiction.net/s/5470770/1/
Rating: K
Warnings: First Person, Present Tense, Not necessarily romantic
Other Included Ships: None
Summary: The events of Book Three: Fire; Chapter 12: "The Western Air Temple" through Chapter 19: "Sozin's Comet, Part 2: The Old Masters" in Appa's point of view
Why You Would Recommend It: While this One Shot isn't necessarily romantic, it touches on the subtleties of the change in Katara and Zuko's relationship, from enemies to friends to potentially building something more. The writing style was interesting to me, too.
Author:jennibare Story Title:Each Other Completed:Yes Link:http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5301972/1/ Rating:M Warnings:Few grammatical errors. Parts and ending a bit rushed. OOC Zutara children (If your bothered with anything OOC) Other Included Ships:Light Tokka Summary:In a world where Ozai wins, the Avatar is dead, their families are gone, all Katara and Zuko have is each other. Living in the South Pole they create a life together until they are forced back to the Fire Nation. M for dialogue, situations. Why You Would Recommend It:This is actually one of my favorite Zutara Post-Sozin's comet fics. It has Zutara family, which I love in any fic really. I like the slow build up and the slight angst and pain these two feel, but they ended up finding comfort in each other. Because in the end, that's all they have.
Author: Kimberly T
Story Title: Promises to Keep
Completed: No.
Rating: T
Warnings: None.
Other Included Ships: None have been specified as of yet.
Summary: One pirate gets impulsive, and an event starting in 'The Waterbending Scroll' sends ripples throughout the rest of Seasons 1, 2 & 3. A Zuko/Katara troubled friendship fic, to eventually become Zutaran in nature. Why You Would Recommend It: I think it's one of the better written "Katara is captured" fics out there, and by that I mean that there is actually a plot beyond the fact that Katara is captured. It's also nice to see a fic using this basic premise without it turning into a total smutfest, as they so often do. Instead, you get to see Zuko and Katara learn to appreciate each other in ways neither could have comprehended when she was first taken, with some really, really lovely moments. Heartstrings will definitely be tugged.
I will state that it took me a few goes before I actually managed to get into this fic. I think I tried to read the first chapter about three or four times before I decided whether I was going to keep reading, but I'm glad I did now. The story gets better with every chapter, and I'm really looking forward to the next update!
Author: Kimberly T
Story Title: Sacrifices
Completed: No.
Rating: T
Warnings: Some Zuko/Mai and Aang/Katara at the beginning, but that's because it starts with canon pairings. Other Included Ships: Sokka/Suki.
Summary: Takes place post-series. The war is over, and everyone's doing just fine… Until tragedy strikes, it is revealed that in fact things are far from fine, and people have to make hard choices. Starts with canon relationships, but will slowly evolve to Zutara.
Why You Would Recommend It: I actually wasn't expecting to love this fic as much as I do, but it's really doing something different. There's just something very 'real' about Sacrifices. You can't help but feel for the characters (though she is always careful to keep a nice balance of humour and drama, which is great), and I'm really enjoying the way she is having Zuko and Katara slowly come together, because rushing the romance in this story would have ruined everything.
Again, it might seem to start off a bit slow at first, but I'm pretty much addicted to this story now. I definitely recommend it. ^_^
Author: ladymer
Story Title: A Red Light Turns On
Completed: No (although I'm only recommending the first chapter, which was originally a one-shot)
Rating: M
Warnings: Borderline smut, but it's not explicit and you can gloss over it
Other Included Ships: None
Summary: Katara is woman without a country, trapped in Japan during the peak of the Pacific War, and ends up finding comfort in the arms of the enemy.
Why You Would Recommend It: Well, I'm only recommending the first chapter, which was initially a one-shot, and the only story I read (I think I saw it on LJ, originally). It is an intense story and perhaps the most interesting Zutara AU I've ever read. You won't regret reading the one-shot, I promise.
Author: A Dirty Little Secret
Story Title: "As Time Passes By"
Completed: Yes
Link: www.fanfiction.net/s/6366416/1/As_Time_Passes_By
Rating: T
Warnings: Angst
Other Included Ships: Kataang, Maiko, Sukka
Summary: "The dawn of your new nation will come as quickly as the sun has set on your father's empire." Zuko's first year as Fire Lord does not go as he expects. This is a one shot consisting of thirteen drabbles (one for each month and one for the change of year).
Why You Would Recommend It: I recommend it because even though Katara and Zuko don't necessarily end up together in the end, there's a lot of character development that suggest maybe they could. It was written before The Promise trilogy came out and therefore, it is rather AU, but I still enjoyed the writing in it.
[b]Author: LadyAvatar
Story Title: Fire and Ice
Completed: No. 27 chapters to date.
Link: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8116098/1/Fire-and-Ice
Rating: T
Warnings: (Directly From the Author) This fanfiction will not disregard Kataang, or Jinko, or Maiko, or any of the other shippings that, however briefly, marked the lives of key characters in the show.
Other Included Ships: Tokka Does not disregard: Kataang, Jinko, & Maiko
Summary: (Directly from the Author) A Zutara epic that begins with a simple question: What if Zuko joined the team following "The Chase?" It is more than one prince of fire whose redemption saga unfolds across a journey through a desert and into Ba Sing Se, a capture by the Fire Nation and a rescue by an unforeseen ally, a betrayal by family and, to save this love, a sacrifice by the one least expected to give it.
Why You Would Recommend It: I have read every chapter of this story to date and I am in love. LadyAvatar does a wonderful job of working with canon while expanding upon it. She takes what the show gives, then goes above and beyond what any other author does with it. I have not seen anything of this sort in the Avatar fandom. It is an epic of epic proportions. She has 9 parts planned and it is currently only on part 3. There is so much more to this story that we do not yet know. I forsee this becoming one of those stories that is talked about throughout the entire fandom. It will become THE Avatar Fanfiction. I have no doubt about it. [/b]
Author: Mrs Pettyfer
Story Title: "The Black Games"
Completed: Yes-ish. This is the first of potentially three stories, and this one is complete, but the second one is currently in progress.
Link: www.fanfiction.net/s/7023280/1/The-Black-Games
Rating: M
Warnings: A lot of beloved characters die in this because it is a crossover with The Hunger Games.
Other Included Ships: None.
Summary: "Once bound by ice, now bound by fire. 12 provinces. 24 tributes. 1 winner. Let the games begin." Twenty-four tributes from twelve different provinces are forced to fight for their lives for the amusement of the Capitol.
Why You Would Recommend It: While it is, at times, extremely depressing, and while it does take your suspension of disbelieve to be active (because it's not the world as we knew it in A:TLA), it is still really well written. There are a few grammatical mistakes, but they're easily overlooked in favor of the writing style and how well these characters are written. They're still a lot like the characters we know and love, but there are differences because they live in a different world than the one of the show.
It's rare that I have a fanfiction give me as many feelings as this one did. I have to say that it does not strictly follow the plot of the book from which it draws its inspiration, and it is better because of that. You can see where inspiration was drawn, but there are enough differences that it is its own thing, and that makes it wonderful.
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chromeknickers
Bender
I'm somewhere where I don't know where I am!
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Post by chromeknickers on Nov 9, 2012 18:34:12 GMT -6
What crossovers would you like with Zutara?
I'd like to see some crossovers with mythology (Greek, Chinese, Hindu, Norse, Japanese, etc). Maybe it's because I'm doing that with a couple of my fics right now that I'm kinda keen on seeing a good interpretation.
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Post by Admin on Nov 9, 2012 18:46:19 GMT -6
What crossovers would you like with Zutara?I want to see a Pocahontas & Beauty and the Beast crossover with Zutara. I thought Pocahontas, since Zuko is from the Fire Nation, and his people are invading the land of Katara's tribe. I would like to see Katara turn Zuko into a good person like Pocahontas did to John Smith. As for the Beauty and the Beast Crossover, I want to see it fic'd because of this flawless video:
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Post by mrspettyfer on Nov 9, 2012 19:39:05 GMT -6
What crossovers would you like with Zutara? Beauty and the Beast for sure. Also Mulan, and I really like the idea of Pocahontas, Vince! Disney just has so many great storylines that can be inspired for stories. I almost did a Gladiator inspired Zutara, but then I ended up doing A Hunger Games version instead. Which is probably why there's some Gladiator stuff in The Rise of One, haha. I loved that movie..would be cool to see a crossover there, with Zuko being Maximus. I also think Robin Hood could lend for an interesting plot. Katara as Robin Hood, of course. Hey Vince, should we start another topic for fanfic recs? There's already 7 pages in this topic and it will be hard for people to find them if they're scattered in this topic, I think.
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Post by Admin on Nov 9, 2012 20:07:09 GMT -6
Here are more questions, because I love reading all the responses here: - What fanworks have you done for this pairing?
- If you have to equate Zutara with a ( Disney or not ) fairy tale, which one would you choose ?
[b]What fanworks have you done for this pairing?[/b] [b]If you have to equate Zutara with a ( Disney or not ) fairy tale, which one would you choose ? [/b] What crossovers would you like with Zutara? Beauty and the Beast for sure. Also Mulan, and I really like the idea of Pocahontas, Vince! Disney just has so many great storylines that can be inspired for stories. I almost did a Gladiator inspired Zutara, but then I ended up doing A Hunger Games version instead. Which is probably why there's some Gladiator stuff in The Rise of One, haha. I loved that movie..would be cool to see a crossover there, with Zuko being Maximus. I also think Robin Hood could lend for an interesting plot. Katara as Robin Hood, of course. Hey Vince, should we start another topic for fanfic recs? There's already 7 pages in this topic and it will be hard for people to find them if they're scattered in this topic, I think. The Little Mermaid seems interesting to me, too. I don't even know why. Probably because Zuko is a Prince, and Ariel and Katara both have long hair. LOOOL. But I don't know where you could go with that plot, so nevermind. Robinhood seems fantastic though. I've already created a fic rec thread, but I'll gather and post them here for Fic Rec Fridays. I was thinking we should do a 30 Days of Zutara.
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chromeknickers
Bender
I'm somewhere where I don't know where I am!
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Post by chromeknickers on Nov 9, 2012 20:25:27 GMT -6
Ooh, Gladiator. Yes, I'd like to read that too. With Zuko not just as a banished prince but a prince made a slave. A touch of Ben-Hur (at least with him finding and rescuing his mum).
I can't think of anything else at the moment since this cold/flu is making me delirious.
What fanworks have you done for this pairing?
Several, both art and writing, but I've put my fics in the fic rec thread. And my art isn't that great.
If you have to equate Zutara with a (Disney or not) fairy tale, which one would you choose?
Hmm... Mulan? I don't see the dynamic of their relationship in Mulan, but I can see Katara in Mulan (except Katara's far more bossy and motherly) and Zuko in Captain Li Shang.
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Post by Admin on Nov 9, 2012 20:39:31 GMT -6
How did I not notice it? A Zutara crossover with Mulan would be perfect. I can imagine Katara sneaking in the Fire Army, and getting caught by Zuko. It's giving me the Love Thy Enemy feels all over again. I just wonder who would be the bad guys this time. What fanworks have you done for this pairing?I drew this from The Black Games by Mrs Pettyfer Zuko’s hands, which have snaked their way into my hair, slide around to grab either side of my face as he pulls back to look at me. Liquid gold pierces brilliantly through the messy hair that brushes across his eyes. Mouth set in a hard line, his expression is somewhere between angry, incredulous, and something else I can’t quite decipher.
His words come out in an angry growl, “You’re so stupid.” And then, before I can even brace myself, he pulls my face up to his and kisses me, hard in the mouth. I’m too stunned and surprised to react at first, but then, suddenly, my lips start to move with his, mirroring his anger and passion. It’s demanding and desperate, the kind of kiss that you save for your last. He tastes like salt and ash and, well, fire. His lips are surprisingly as soft as they are firm, and the way they mold against mine sends warmth throughout my entire body. This one I drew for Halloween:
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