~~~*~~~Mulder/Krycek
Links last checked on April 15, 2003.
Well, it looks like my new passion for OAT has me scrambling for more fic
based around a certain green-eyed jaw-dropper. Up until recently, I’ve always
avoided XF slash. To be honest, it was either too out of character for me to buy, or
just too heavy into BDSM. I *love* fic that keeps characters basically in character.
Here are a couple of stories that, for the most part, manage to do just that.
Ghosts and
Lovers
by Torch
Non-Graphic and Slash, respectively. Ever read a story and
just can’t find enough words to give it the praise it deserves? That’s exactly how I felt
when I finished these two novel-length fics. Torch keeps the characters and plot so
close to the actual show, only Darin Morgan does them better! Circumstances force
Mulder and Scully to work with Krycek on an investigation that ends up unearthing a
good portion of our favourite Ratboy’s past. 513k, 734k
The Departure Series by Imajiru Slash. Like Torch’s story above, Imajiru’s Departure
Series just flat out transcends any praise I can give it. It’s just *THAT* good. Personally, my favourite is the 3rd part, but the preceding pieces are excellent as well. Part 1 begins with Krycek kidnapping Mulder, which sets off a spiral of need that neither man could have ever imagined. Parts 2 and 2.5 deal with their need for each other growing out of control. But it is part 3 that is the masterpiece, a Krycek redemption story that is, IMHO, one of the absolute best of the genre. 770k
Tails by
Amirin Slash. In all the fic I’ve read (and believe me, I read *lots* of
it), I can count on one hand the number of stories that have actually made me cry.
You can add this heartbreaking masterpiece on that list. Amirin has done a beautiful
thing here. There are times when only an enemy can be one’s last hope. Death
Story 80k
Alex's Journal
by Aries Slash. This story is a prequel to Aries’ Green Eyed Monster
series. While the rest of the series is good (a little too domesticated for my taste,
though),
'Alex’s Journal' just shines. Like the name implies, Krycek keeps a journal of his
thoughts as he helps Mulder, Scully, et al to bring down the Consortium. Very nicely
written.
The End of the Cold War by Kadru Slash. Kadru is a very talented writer, especially in this Redemption of Krycek (tm) story. A couple of years after the fall of the Consortium, Mulder literally runs into a very down on his luck Krycek. Kadru’s characterizations are solid, making the story a great read. 235k
The Admission Series by Aries Slash. Okay, so I have to admit that Aries has taken some liberties with the characterization in these stories, but damn if the sex doesn’t more
than make up for it! From the steamy first time to the guilt and angst that follows, Aries certainly doen’t skimp on plot, dialogue or monitor melting love scenes.
Shock the Monkey by Kassandra Slash. Ah, this one is what slash is all about. Story,
characterization, the works -- it’s all here and beautifully constructed. Believing that he is about to die, Krycek sets out to find Mulder. Once cured, the relationship between the two slowly changes in what is, IMHO, one of the best written Redemption of Krycek (tm) stories out there. 178k
The Chemistry
Series by Louise Wu Slash. Tired of the status quo in his
adversarial role with Mulder, Krycek tries a new approach. Louise does a terrific job
with all of the characters, not just M/K. Excellent writing and story pacing makes this
series a must read. Links to the next parts are there -- look right above the author's notes at the end of each section. 600k
Touch Your Mind by
Jami Wilsen Slash. Set after the disaster that was the 'Year of the
Doggett', Mulder leaves D.C., his job and his new family to do a little soul searching.
Thank God Krycek isn't about to let Mulder do it alone. Jami takes the characters through
some harsh - but necessary - emotional paces. What's more is that she does so
without feminizing or otherwise needlessly torturing the boys. 278K
~~~*~~~Other X-Files Pairings
Links last checked on April 15, 2003.
Prone and Unnatural Tendencies by Sarah Ellen Parsons
Adult/Slash. Like the song says,
sometimes ‘a mental mind-fuck can be nice’. This amazing pair of stories features sex and psychological drama at their very best. In ‘Prone’ Alex Krycek fulfils his own agenda by having his way with both members of the dynamic duo -- while the other watches. The aftermath is beautifully dealt with in the sequel. This story contains
scenes of barely- and non-consensual activities 132k, 115k
I Don’t Remember How It Happened by Merri-Todd Webster Adult/Slash. Ever read one of those fics you
can’t quite figure out why you liked it when it contains so many things you *don’t* like in a story? Well, this is one of those. Except, in this case, I know exactly why I ike it. The writing is incredible. Hell, Merri-Todd sold me on M/Sk, a pairing I never read! Mulder, Scully and Skinner form a most unusual relationship --
with a little M/K and M/K/Sk thrown in for good measure. This story contains scenes of barely-consensual activities 293k
The Distance
Covered Series by Naina Gen. Think of this sweet little series as sorbet to cleanse the reading palate after the usual angst-filled X-fare. Scully and Krycek become parents courtesy of the Consortium. Solid writing, but be advised
that one noticably absent character is permanently out of the picture.
Cherry Ripe by Rachel Anton and Laura Blaurosen Adult. Okay, so the
characterization in this story may push the boundaries believability, it’s still quite an
entertaining read. Stranded in the middle of nowhere, Scully finally arrests Krycek. But just who has captured whom? 143k
The Houseboat
Variations by JiM Slash. What a wonderful set of AU stories JiM
has created here. Although the pairings differ from story to story, all the segments
are united by the common theme of one character having settled on a houseboat,
post-series.
A Dream of Fools by Spica Adult. It's always difficult to find
justification for the pairing of Scully and Krycek -- there is simply too much bad blood
between the two of them for me to really believe that Scully would get pelvic with the
Ratboy. And yet, I find myself suspending my disbelief enough to enjoy an
occasional story like this one. Sent to retrieve a file from Scully's apartment, Krycek
gets a bit sidetracked. 228k
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