Napier, Vicki - There's Got To Be A Morning After
Category: Story/Angst  Archived: 2/15/00
Rating: PG    Continuity: Comic/Alternate Universe
Summary: Written before Nightwing #38, this is another very possible look at what might (should) have gone on after Nightwing locked down Blackgate.
Archivist's Comments: Although there isn't nearly as much necking in this one as there was in #38 (there's a first. The comic has more lip-action than the fanfic..) this has a good bit more emotional exploration and play between Dick and Babs and Dick and Bruce.

Napier, Vicki - The 'Yes Virginia' Series
Category: Series (12 stories)  Archived: 1/31/00
Rating: PG-13    Continuity: Alternate Universe
Summary: This is a series based around a 'What if Huntress and Nightwing concieved a child during their brief fling?'  The series follows the trials and tribulations of the Bat-Family and their reactions to this news.
Archivist's Comments: This is such a great series.  It's got romance, adventure, suspense... and some very nice Babs/Dick stuff.  Babs is gonna be a step-momma! #6 is the Winner of April 2001's Story of the Month.

Paige - In a Snowglobe
Category: Vingette/Romance Archived: 12/1/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comics
Summary: Barbara and Dick spend Christmas Eve Day together and, for once, get things just right.
Archivist's Comments: Wow. I know that my comments get a little repetitive after awhile, but I have to say that I royally enjoyed this thing. It was good, funny (Trees!), and sweet. Lovely little work, this.

Pon, Arlene - How to Marry a Billionaire
Category: Humor Archived: 5/2/03
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: How to Marry the man of your dreams in ten easy steps.
Archivist's Comments: *cackle* Have I mentioned how much I love Evil!Babs? Because I *do*.

Pon, Arlene - Loser Takes All
Category: Humor/Romance Archived: 8/1/02
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Roy and Dick make a bet.
Archivist's Comments: Wow, Valentine's fic! I really like dialogue-only pieces, and this clever thing is really quite fun.

Pon, Arlene - Whipped
Category: Humor Archived: 8/1/02
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: The Batguys are Independent Men. Islands upon themselves. Right.
Archivist's Comments: *snort* See this? This is the guys. S'all I'm sayin.

Ratgirl01 - Generation Justice
Category: Adventure/Romance/Humor Archived: 3/1/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Crossover
Summary: Synopsis: Tim gets a girlfriend, goes on a road trip, and fights something even scarier than (and just as ridiculous as) the Killer Moth. And then things *really* start to go downhill...
Archivist's Comments: ::desperately tries to stop laughing:: Oh! Oh! Oh! This is some of the MOST fantastic dialogue I have encountered in an age! Plus, the debate between the creepy things going on in the Batverse versus the creepy things going down in the Xverse is enough to make one sprain something jumping for joy. PLUS! Minor mention of Nate! Bonus points for that!

Revenson, Jody - Oracle and Nightwing
Category: Romance/Smut  Archived: 2/7/00
Rating: NC-17    Continuity: A/U
Summary: In the aftermath of a botched mission against Catwoman, Dick Grayson shows Barbara Gordon that her paralysis doesn't make her any less of a woman.
Archivist's Comments: ::blush::  Let's just say this is THE most erotic story I've read. Winner of November 2001's Story Of The Month.

Revenson, Jody - Oracle and Nightwing: Having Your Snack Cake and...
Category: Romance/Fluff  Archived: 2/7/00
Rating: NC-17    Continuity: A/U
Summary: Dick comes up with a special treat for Barbara -- and himself.
Archivist's Comments: You will never look at SnowBalls the same way again.

Rose - Hamster Dance
Category: Humor Archived: 3/1/01
Rating: G   Continuity: Comic
Summary: The Batboys discover that addiction comes in many forms - including dancing fuzzy things.
Archivist's Comments: ::giggle!:: I wanna see this made as a comic. Bruce needs to be taken down a peg or twelve, and this is one of the most amusing ways I can think of doing it. Kudos!

Rose - Rose Petals
Category: Angst/Vingette Archived: 8/10/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Barbara finally gains her second chance.
Archivist's Comments: :sniff: A sad look at what could happen (if the public didn't beat the cracked out writers into submission as a result.)

Sarai - Graveside Confessions
Category: Angst Archived: 10/5/02
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comics
Summary: On the anniversary of his parents' deaths, Dick pays them a visit and has a heart-to-heart with Bruce.
Archivist's Comments: Also a story that deals with the father/son dynamic between Bruce and Dick.

Sarai - Lost Boy
Category: Angst Archived: 10/5/02
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comics
Summary: After his parents are killed, Dick is taken to live at Wayne Manor- an all too big and empty and lonely a place for a circus boy. Especially if Bruce is never around.
Archivist's Comments: Not a Bruce/Dinah story, this is the tale of a father and a son. Quite insightful.

Sarai - The Point of No Return
Category: Romance/Adventure Archived: 8/1/02
Rating: PG/PG-13   Continuity: TAS
Summary: Robin and Batgirl have an encounter, then make a few discoveries.
Archivist's Comments: We have another winner of a new writer here, kids! I love this story. It's just so... realistic in the terms of the original animated universe. Read. It.

Sarie - I'll Be Waiting
Category: Romance/Angst Archived: 9/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: The arrival of Valentine's Day finds Oracle downhearted and alone. Can an unexpected visitor help to restore her faith in love?
Archivist's Comments: *SNIFFCLAP* The only thing that makes me almost as fuzzy as Christmasfic is Valentine's Fic. KUDOS!

Seitz, The - Dear Journal
Category: Vignette Archived: 4/10/03
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Alfred was charged by Batman to chronicle his observations. Alfred is a man of his word.
Archivist's Comments: You know, this worked a lot better than I thought it would. Alfred is a fantastic character, and this story really does his 'voice' justice.

Seitz, The - Fighting For A Nobel Cause
Category: Humor Archived: 4/10/03
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: The DC Superhero community communes with their inner Star Wars dork.
Archivist's Comments: *cackles madly* Empire is SO the best!

SKH - Best Girl, First Girl, Only Girl
Category: Humor/Vingette Archived: 12/1/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comics
Summary: A serious young hero's coming of age.
Archivist's Comments: Whee! I *love* this story! And let me say, it is well worth the wait in archiving. Classic, and sweet, it gives a glimpse into a relationship that just might have been. Winner of June 2002's Story Of The Month.

SKH - Physical Therapy
Category: Romance Archived: 12/1/01
Rating: Heavy R   Continuity: Comics
Summary: After an exceedingly long mission, Dick offers his services to Barbara as a massage therapist. Happily, she decides to take him up on the offer.
Archivist's Comments: TEE! Smut! Happy, skippy, well-written stuff that made me wave my hand in front of my face and blush. Man. I really want a massage therapist like that. Now. Winner of September 2002's Story Of The Month.

SKH - Snowfall and Sunrise
Category: Angst/Xmas Archived: 12/1/00
Rating: PG-13   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Friendship rekindles in the wake of a near-tragic Christmas accident.

Sichter, Amanda - Voices in the Light
Category: Angst/Vignette  Archived: 1/31/00
Rating: PG        Continuity: Comic
Summary: Family and friends come to visit a comatose Dick Grayson.
Archivist's Comments: This is a really quiet, sad story that *always* makes me misty.  It's nice to see what others think of Dick, even if it's by-way-of perceptions.

Smith, Cyndi - Flight Risk
Category: Action/Adventure Archived: 5/20/01
Rating: PG-13   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Terrorists strike a plane bound for Gotham, putting a certain young hero and a very special little girl at risk.
Archivist's Comments: Whoo! Action! I've always had a horrendous soft-spot for all those 1970's air disaster flicks. This TOTALLY hit that spot and hit it hard. GREAT Fun!

Smith, Cyndi - Need A Little Christmas
Category: Romance/Angst Archived: 12/1/01
Rating: PG-13   Continuity: Comics
Summary: Just before Christmas, Dick falls ill and must draw upon the strength of his family and friends to recover. What follows is a very magical season.
Archivist's Comments: See, now this was *very* sweet! And Elinore!! There is gratuitous Elinore!!!!

Smith, Cyndi - The Tether
Category: Angst/Adventure Archived: 5/20/01
Rating: PG-13   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Dick is gravely wounded in an assasination attempt. However, that's just the beginning of journey that will take him to the very depths of his soul and mind and beyond...
Archivist's Comments: Clever, thoughtful, and deeply entertaining. I especially enjoyed the Troia/Babs interaction. And Tim. Of course Tim. :)

Smitty and Chicago - August
Category: Angst/Adventure/Mystery Archived: 9/2/01
Rating: R   Continuity: Spudverse
Summary: Fate has been kind to Barbara and Dick Grayson of late. But most times, paybacks can be hell...
Archivist's Comments: "Fate cannot be avoided. No fort can withstand it, and no ship can outrun it." HURTS TO READ. Winner of August 2001's Story Of The Month.

Smitty - Bat-Babies
Category: Humor/Adventure/Romance Archived: 8/10/00
Rating: G   Continuity: Comic
Summary: After Babs and Dick have an especially hairy argument, their future looks bleak. How will true love ever triumph if they won't even talk to each other? Easy, it employs the talents of two very special crimefighters.
Archivist's Comments: OMIGOD! READ THIS NOW! Not only is this too cute for words, but it's sweet too! Winner of August 2000's Story of the Month.

Smitty - Bat Babies 2: Stocking Stuffers
Category: Humor/Vingette Archived: 12/1/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comics
Summary: Lil'Batgirl and Lil'Nightwing are back with a vengence, and this time, they must save Christmas! Luckily, they have help.
Archivist's Comments: AAAAAA! BATBABIES!!!! This is *so* incredibly cute! If ya wanna giggle, READ NOW! Winner of Third Place in 2001's BoaF Christmas Contest!

Smitty - The Best I've Ever Had...
Category: Humor/Romance Archived: 5/20/01
Rating: R   Continuity: Comic
Summary: The women of the DC Universe discuss a certain member of their community and the... disasterous effect he has on them.
Archivist's Comments: ::incomprehensible giggling ensues:: !!!!!!!!! Barda is now my hero.

Smitty - Better Than A Necktie
Category: Vingette Archived: 7/1/01
Rating: G   Continuity: Spudverse: Story 3
Summary: Fathers day has always been an interesting one with the Bat Clan. This year's only adds to the madness.
Archivist's Comments: Wheee! I am punch-drunk on the Spudness of this month! GREAT story, very fuzzy, and worth the mental image of Bruce in a smoking jacket. Fancy chicken, indeed... *giggle*

Smitty - Birthday Blues
Category: Vingette/Humor Archived: 11/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Robin gets a really nice birthday present from his collegues at arms.
Archivist's Comments: ::happy bounce:: I love Tim! And Tim with crew? Even better! Winner of May 2001's Story of the Month.

Smitty - Brain Freeze
Category: Homor Archived: 6/1/00
Rating: G    Continuity: Comic
Summary: Dick proves he's a useful little superhero in more ways than one.
Archivist's Comments: *snicker* Dude, the blue ones ARE the best. Well, accept for the Sour Apple... ::has a craving::

Smitty - Come On... It'll Be Fun
Category: Adventure Archived: 7/1/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Spudverse
Summary: Introductions, of sorts, for Dinah Lance go awry when they take place during a Wayne Ball. However, fate is a funny thing in a place where you can't throw a rock without hitting a gunman.
Archivist's Comments: ::falls over giggling mightily:: LOVE THIS! Readreadreadread!

Smitty - Holiday (Drop) Ins
Category: Vingette/Humor/Xmas Archived: 12/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Christmas Eve turns into an impromptu holiday party. Unfortunately for Dick Grayson, and audience is exactly *not* what he wanted...
Archivist's Comments: *SNORT!* Only *one* thing is missing from this story: Alfred.

Smitty - Love Stinks
Category: Humor/Romance Archived: 5/20/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Valentine's day Birds of Prey style...
Archivist's Comments: Have I mentioned how much I love Smitty this month? Cuz I do, and it's stuff like this that proves it. :)

Smitty - Just Desserts
Category: Vignette/Homor Archived: 6/1/00
Rating: PG-13ish   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Thanks to some idle gossip during a society ball, Batgirl gets a few interesting mental pictures.
Archivist's Comments: ::giggles incoherently and makes the occasional uncontrolled muscle twitch:: *SNICKER* Oh, poor Dick...

Smitty - Kitchen Talk
Category: Vignette  Archived: 5/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Bludhaven's worst housekeeper gets tips on cleaning, cooking, and life while being reminded just how important a family member can be... and how important new friends *should* be.
Archivist's Comments: I love Alfred. I want an Alfred. He always knows the right thing to say... and the right thing *not* to say. :)

Smitty - Night At The Roxbury
Category: Humor/Angst Archived: 7/1/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: Spudverse: Story 2
Summary: Spud gets introduced to more of his new family. Hilarity, angst, and general family confusion ensues.
Archivist's Comments: Whee! Tim and Cassie show up! I love Tim and Cassie! I love Spud! I LOVE this series! Read it now or I will reach through your moniter and tweak your ear!

Smitty - Operation: Birthday Cake
Category: Humor Archived: 10/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: They guys try to make a certain someone's birthday special with... unique results.
Archivist's Comments: HA! Darn it, Alfred is the epitome of cool. I want an Alfred!

Smitty - Scar Tissue
Category: Angst/Vingette/Humor Archived: 8/10/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: On a quiet afternoon, Babs and Dick eat some cookies, make some decisions, and start in the right direction towards recovery.
Archivist's Comments: I really don't know what to say about this story. It's a soft comforting fic that makes me smile, sniff, and be thankful to be an archiver. Read it, it's definitely worth it. :)

Smitty - Small Potatoes: Coming Home
Category: Adventure/Angst/Humor Archived: 7/1/01
Rating: PG-13   Continuity: Spudverse: Story 1!
Summary: The first of Spudverse canon, this is the story of a little boy and an example of how fate has a wicked sense of humor when it comes to the Family.
Archivist's Comments: Okay, if you want even the VAGUEST clue about 9/10ths of Smitty's other stories, READ THIS! Her magnum opus, this story introduces several of the most wonderful, vivid, facinating original characters I've ever had the pleasure of reading. If you want a good read, and the exposition for MANY MORE good reads, hunker down and get comfy, cuz this is a bigge. :)

Smitty - Surprise!
Category: Humor Archived: 10/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: Black Canary's birthday gets... strange.
Archivist's Comments: *grin* Oh, fun. Nightwing's butt gets mentioned. *snicker*

Smitty - Time Enough
Category: Romance Archived: 11/1/00
Rating: PG   Continuity: Comic
Summary: A special day becomes even more so when Barbara Gordon comes to a decision.
Archivist's Comments: ::bounces up and down:: Oh! I LOVE this story! It's just so damn *sweet*!

Smitty - War!
Category: Humor  Archived: 5/9/00
Rating: PG-13   Continuity: Comic
Summary:Just what did our dear boy mean in Nightwing #44 by "Entertainment"? What's more, why are Alfred and Babs smack-dab in the middle of a... well... war?
Archivist's Comments: ::falls over snickering and doesn't get up:: Oh, the sex jokes! Oh, the whimsical character assasinations! Oh, my Auldi Cream Soda just shot out my nose!

Stella, Sarah - The Better Part of Valor
Category: Vingette Archived: 7/1/01
Rating: G   Continuity: TAS
Summary: A little missing scene from The Shadow of the Bat. Babs realizes that the superhero bit has its downside too.
Archivist's Comments: Oh, my... This is a fantastic little bit of a thing that makes me want to stamp on the TAS people's collective heads until they relent, restart the show, and do something of this caliber.

Stella, Sarah - Broken
Category: Vignette/Romance Archived: 4/10/03
Rating: PG   Continuity: TAS
Summary: Dick and Helena... take two. Or not.
Archivist's Comments: *dies happy* Can we say 'squee'? Because I sure as hell can.

Stella, Sarah - Elementals
Category: Adventure Archived: 8/1/02
Rating: PG   Continuity: TAS
Summary: 7 elements (of the criminal kind), 2 crime fighters, 1 AWOL Batman -- different perspectives.
Archivist's Comments: Oh, is this just neat. The changing POV is so original, and the voices are fantastic. A REALLY good work of fiction.

Stella, Sarah - A River In Egypt
Category: Vignette/Romance Archived: 7/9/03
Rating: PG   Continuity: TAS
Summary: Boy meets girl. Times two.
Archivist's Comments: Ahh, good TAS fic. Tasty, prose-y, lovely TAS fic. Sarah really has a gift for playing with perspective, and this is no exception. A great look at a 'problem' that only the batkids could have.

Stella, Stella - Stacked
Category: Vingette Archived: 9/2/01
Rating: PG   Continuity: TAS
Summary: Babs ponders a problem and comes face-to-face with a new type of situation.
Archivist's Comments: See, now this is a really interesting look at something I don't think about all too often. Nicely handled and well written.

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