History FanficRecs / FinalFantasyVI

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These are recommendations made by {{Troper}}s for {{Fan Fic}}s, all of which have been signed. After a few samples, you will be able to judge whether you might be interested in the 'fic, based on who recommended it. ''No-name recommendations will be '''[[{{Zapped}} Zapped by the Light of Judgement]]'''.'' Nobody would back up the rec. Discussion of the recommendation is welcome on the discussion page. As such discussion is important, do remember to add the discussion page to the watchlist, if need be.

Do warn when a fanfic may head into sexual or [[BetterThanCanon non-canon]] territory. Some people just don't like it, and as we all know, {{Shipping}} is SeriousBusiness.

''[[http://www.rpgamer.com/games/ff/ff6/fanfics/dead_mans_logic/index.html Dead Man's Logic]]'' by Asa Sanderson

These are recommendations made by {{Troper}}s for {{Fan Fic}}s, all of which have been signed. After a few samples, you will be able to judge whether you might be interested in the 'fic, based on who recommended it. ''No-name recommendations will be '''{{zapped by the Light of Judgement}}'''.'' Nobody would back up the rec. Discussion of the recommendation is welcome on the discussion page. As such discussion is important, do remember to add the discussion page to the watchlist, if need be.

These are recommendations made by {{Troper}}s for {{Fan Fic}}s, all of which have been signed. After a few samples, you will be able to judge whether you might be interested in the 'fic, based on who recommended it. ''No-name recommendations will be '''{{zapped}}'''.'' Nobody would back up the rec. Discussion of the recommendation is welcome on the discussion page. As such discussion is important, do remember to add the discussion page to the watchlist, if need be.

''[[http://www.dontpressstart.com/pro/SF6/ SEGA Fantasy VI]]'' by RSF and sikamako, translated by Gabe Glick

* ''Comments'': This is one of the creepiest one-shots ever written, for all the right reasons. It asks the question: what if Rachel had ''not'' healed the Phoenix magicite, and had instead used its power to remain alive, and what would happen after Kefka's defeat, when magic ceased to exist? Undeniably eerie and heartbreaking all at once.

''[[http://jlandl.blogspot.com/2009/09/i-wroted-story.html Kefka]]'' by Jenny Creed

* ''Comments'': Clocks in at less than a thousand words, but it feels longer, considering all that it alludes to (e.g. Rachel, Terra's confusion and fear, and the traumatic pasts which haunt both travellers). Locke's POV.

Do warn when a fanfic may head into [[EveryoneIsGay homosexual]] or [[BetterThanCanon non-canon]] territory. Some people just don't like it, and as we all know, {{Shipping}} is SeriousBusiness.

''[[http://archiveofourown.org/works/1094041 The World That Breathes]]'' by Moemachina
* Recommended by [[Tropers/DarkAbomination]]
* ''Synopsis:'' The world ends. The world begins. Relm makes her own way.
* ''Comments:'' A short story taking place seven years after the game, from an older Relm's perspective. An evocative and appropriately colorfully described glimpse of the slowly rebuilding world as Relm copes with the loss of her painting talents and finds a place in it. The story assumes all optional party members joined, featuring scenes with each that give some minor bits of characterization. The returning main characters have changed and grown, giving some added depth while keeping everybody in character. The only notable warnings are the use of minor swearing and featuring Relm with a lesbian sexuality. There are implied sexual encounters and relationships, but are kept as suggestion and aren't a major focus. An enjoyable story recommended for those wanting to see more of a mature Relm's character and development.

Proof that [[SturgeonsLaw the remaining 10% is worth dying for]] here:

* ''Comments'': Gorgeous style of writing, beautifully poetic usage of words and great characterization. The author actually makes Shadow and Terra a plausible pairing, with their similarities and their contrasts, as well as their histories.

* ''Comments'': A most excellently written [[AlternateUniverse AU]], showing how a small change can have a huge impact. By the same author who wrote the hilarious ''{{Shadowgate}}'' story ''Cheers'' (which can be seen on that game's [[FanficRecs/{{Shadowgate}} recommendation page]]).

** Fourthed! I never would have thought someone could make a Kefka-centric fanfiction that made him sympathetic without serious changes to his back story and a whole lot of VillainDecay. The way that Kefka's outlook on life, err.... after-life evolves is well done and believable. The scene with [[spoiler: the Light of Judgment]] is such a perfect turning point for his character, and the little call-backs (''Crud. What a mess.'') are a nice choice. My only complaints are the use of ZINGER! [[hottip:*: Yes, I know it's from the game. That doesn't make it sound any less narmy.]] and the woefully inappropriate use of Japanese words. [[hottip:*:Saying 'Omae!' and 'Kusotare!' makes Relm sound like an anime nerd and Shadow saying 'Kawaii.' is so narmful I can't even begin to describe it.]]

* ''Comments'': Clocks in at less than a thousand words, but it feels longer, considering all that it alludes to (e.g. Rachel, Terra's confusion and fear, and the traumatic pasts which haunt them both). Locke's POV.

''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3603962/1/Amaranthine Amaranthine]]'' by Touch of Grey

** Seconded. Seconded so hard. I picked this up thinking, 'Hey, a Kefka-centric fic, I bet it'll be [[CrackFic zany.]]' Oh, but lo-and-behold, I discovered the best FF fic I've read to date. And yes, it does make [[CompleteMonster Kefka]] sympathetic without invoking VillainDecay. {{Tropers/Inferno232}}

** Seconded. Seconded so hard. I picked this up thinking, 'Hey, a Kefka-centric fic, I bet it'll be [[CrackFic zany.]]' Oh, but lo-and-behold, I discovered the best FF fic I've read to date. And yes, it does make [[CompleteMonster Kefka] sympathetic without invoking [[VillainDecay Villain Decay.]] {{Tropers/Inferno232}}

** Seconded. Seconded so hard. I picked this up thinking, 'Hey, a Kefka-centric fic, I bet it'll be [[CrackFic zany.]]' Oh, but lo-and-behold, I discovered the best FF fic I've read to date. And yes, it does [[BeyondTheImpossible make]] [[CompleteMonster Kefka]] [[BeyondTheImpossible sympathetic without invoking]] [[VillainDecay Villain Decay.]] {{Tropers/Inferno232}}

* Recommended by andromeda

* ''Comments'': A most excellently written {{AU}}, showing how a small change can have a huge impact. By the same author who wrote the hilarious ''{{Shadowgate}}'' story ''Cheers'' (which can be seen on that game's [[FanficRecs/{{Shadowgate}} recommendation page]]).

* ''Comments'': A most excellently written {{AU}}, showing how a small change can have a huge impact. By the same author who wrote the hilarious ''{{Shadowgate}}'' story ''Cheers'' {which can be seen on that game's [[FanficRecs/{{Shadowgate}} recommendation page]]).

* ''Comments'': This story is definitely heavy on the angst, but the author pulls it off well and offers an interesting, though much darker interpretation of Celes. Her eventual relationship with Locke (the term "romance" isn't really appropriate given the story's tone) is incredibly believable and compelling.

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* Recommended by OperationShoestring

* ''[[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/2809980/1/Forever_Rachel Forever Rachel]]'' by DK

* Recommended by {{Tex}}

* Recommended by {{Outsyder0486}}

** Seconded. Seconded so hard. I picked this up thinking, 'Hey, a Kefka-centric fic, I bet it'll be [[CrackFic zany.]]' Oh, but lo-and-behold, I discovered the best FF fic I've read to date. And yes, it does [[BeyondTheImpossible make]] [[CompleteMonster Kefka]] [[BeyondTheImpossible sympathetic without invoking]] [[VillainDecay Villain Decay.]] {{Inferno232}}

* Recommended by {{Tex}}

* Recommended by {{QuoteMarx}}, FishCalledWaldo

** FishCalledWaldo: There are two other ''SEGA Fantasy'' clips on the creators website -- all in Japanese, sadly. ''[[http://sf456.hp.infoseek.co.jp/sf4.html SEGA Fantasy IV]]'' and ''[[http://sf456.hp.infoseek.co.jp/sf5.html SEGA Fantasy V]]'', if you would like to try and watch them.

* Recommended by {{Bozeia}}, {{Montblanc}}

** {{Montblanc}}: WOW. You are doing yourself a great disservice if you don't read this fanfic RIGHT NOW. The characterization and interactions between characters are spot-on, Sally McDonald is an incredibly likable addition to the cast, and the last chapter is a great combination of [[spoiler: SoWhatDoWeDoNow, EndOfAnAge, and BrokenPedestal, with a delightful bit of NarmCharm at the end. (two words: Painting Ninja) It also managed to have the Clyde/Relm dynamic end tragically without an overwrought death or HeroicSacrifice. And the words 'Good boy' at the end ''crushed'' me.]] It's a shame the author never wrote another FF6 story, because they realized the world so ''perfectly.''

* ''Comments'': One of my favorite FF6 fics, it shows the growing bond between Shadow and Relm, set to the background of the main plot. Full of heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, with great characterization of all the cast members. A brilliant fic altogether.

* Recommended by {{Bozeia}}