The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction

Abandoning Hope by Nut56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 42 pages | Finished | Nov-07 Links: The Academy Of Bards
What starts off as a regular Solstice for the two companions turns into a nightmare when they're split apart by the appearance of Hope. Mistaking Gabrielle for her daughter, Xena finds herself making mistakes that she has somehow to find a way of making up to her grieving friend. A visit to Poteidaia then Amphipolis goes some way to mending their relationship, but it proves to be more complex for them both than Xena expects.
the idea behind the story was good.. but there are some things i find highly debatable.. ***SPOILER ALERT*** for one, i cannot believe xena would ever mistake hope for gabrielle.. remember the scene in the series where xena raises her sword in the forest surrounding potadaeia, thinking she is seeing hope again, until she looks her in the eyes and immediately knows it's gabrielle?? yep.. the second thing that kinda threw me for a loop, was the fact that gabrielle still had her hymen intact.. disregarding the arguement of whether she and perdicus did or didn't, i'm quite sure that after giving birth the natural way (no c-section, so there was only one other way out for the baby) that is a physical impossibility.. now, i'm not a doctor, i have never given birth and i lost my virginity the 'normal' way (i.e. by having sex with my partner), but i'm quite sure that even after an immaculate conception the hymen breaks during child birth.. - xtra dog - Aug-19-2013    the idea behind the story was good.. but there are some things i find highly debatable.. ***SPOILER ALERT*** for one, i cannot believe xena would ever mistake hope for gabrielle.. remember the scene in the series where xena raises her sword in the forest surrounding potadaeia, thinking she is seeing hope again, until she looks her in the eyes and immediately knows it's gabrielle?? yep.. the second thing that kinda threw me for a loop, was the fact that gabrielle still had her hymen intact.. disregarding the arguement of whether she and perdicus did or didn't, i'm quite sure that after giving birth the natural way (no c-section, so there was only one other way out for the baby) that is a physical impossibility.. now, i'm not a doctor, i have never given birth and i lost my virginity the 'normal' way (i.e. by having sex with my partner), but i'm quite sure that even after an immaculate conception the hymen breaks during child birth.. - xtra dog - Aug-19-2013

Beyond the Rain by Nut56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 71 pages | Finished | Nov-07 Links: The Academy Of Bards
When an ordinary day goes very wrong, Xena struggles with guilt over her inability to protect Gabrielle, and both women find themselves in a harsh jail where justice is not highly regarded. When they manage to escape, Xena tries to support Gabrielle in a decision she disagrees with as the two have to face the consequences of their time spent in the prison.

No Choice At All by Nut56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 63 pages | Finished | Nov-07 Links: The Academy Of Bards
After a particularly painful battle, where there are no winners and Xena has to watch a city consumed by fire, Gabrielle wishes there were some way she could erase all the mistakes in her friends youth. When her wishes come true, Gabrielle has the chance to get to know a young Xena and to attempt to steer her away from her bloody destiny. Learning that fate will not be cheated, Xena finds herself with a familiar blonde child in her arms. Does she choose the future that most benefits her, or her soulmate?
What a fantastic story! Honestly guys, this is so well written. A wonderful heartwarming fiction that sent me all warm and fuzzy. This is the Xena and Gabrielle I love, and this Bard is one to watch. Xena fanfic lives on! Yay! I'm off now to read this talented writer's other stories... - Kez - Nov-23-2007

Remembering An Angel by NuT56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 15 pages | Finished | Dec-04 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle
This story is based on the episode 'Remember Nothing,' and also takes inspiration from the brilliant fanfic 'Nothing ventured, nothing gained' - if I have inadvertantly copied ideas from that fic then I apologise profusely! Lots of anxst and just a little subtext!
loved this story. But also read another of nut56 stories on another site. http://www.academyofbards.org/authors/nut56.html "Beyond the Rain" which was a real journey of emotions and extremely well written by this bard. Would love to see more of this bards writings. - vampireslayer2 - Nov-18-2007    This author writes Xena and Gabrielle perfectly. A wonderful old school feeling story that makes the reader want more. - Kez - Nov-30-2007    The author states that some ideas are borrowed from "Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained", but this story definitely goes its own direction with a bittersweet ending I didn't see coming. Don't let the summary fool you - it's an original story that's worth reading. - Anonymous - Mar-21-2008

Senet by Nut56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 107 pages | Finished | Nov-07 Links: The Academy Of Bards
Senet is based around Season 2 or 3, and reads like a typical episode from that time. When Gabrielle is threatened by an enemy neither she nor Xena can understand, they travel across the globe to ancient Egypt, to an old friend of Xena's, in search of help. Not only must Gabrielle face her own danger, she must unravel the link between Xena and Nekhmet, an Egyptian pharaoh who knew the Warrior long before she and Gabrielle met. There are maintext scenes here for adults only, but otherwise the story can be enjoyed by all.
Interesting story, kinda like an episode. Nice work. - Sarah - Nov-26-2007

Tarot by Nut56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 121 pages | Finished | Nov-07 Links: The Academy Of Bards
On a leisurely trip to the market, Gabrielle becomes embroiled in a card game which results in her having to witness first hand Xenas actions as Conqueror. As she struggles to stay alive and to get back to her old life, she must once again win the love and trust of a young Xena, who believes her Way is the path of violence and power. There are adult language, themes and scenes here, as this is a Conqueror story.
I very much enjoyed this 'alt-alt' sort of Conqueror story. Unusual, but all the better for it. Read it... - mic6 - Nov-30-2007    Great story, I couldn't "put it down" - Anonymous - Dec-29-2009    This was an interesting story. I loved it! - Starry - Aug-29-2011    One of my favorite conqueror type stories, very original. I loved all the layers of these characters and seeing the duality of the relationships of Xena and Gabrielle. I'm going to be looking for more from this author now. I highly recommend this story. - BigZee - May-20-2013    How'd I miss this one? A different take on a conqueror Xena. Well written and a good read. Off to check her other stories. - Liv - May-26-2013

Too Great A Loss by NuT56     

Xena | General | Drama | Short Story - 19 pages | Finished | Oct-04 Cast: Xena, Argo, Marcus, Aphrodite
Set around Season Two of the series, this story is written from Gabrielle's point of view and explores how the bard copes with believing she has lost Xena.

Understood by Nut56     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 20 pages | Finished | Nov-07 Links: The Academy Of Bards
Unable to reconcile her ideals with Xenas Warrior Way, a young Gabrielle takes her place as Amazon Princess and Ephinys partner. But when her tribe are forced into war, Gabrielle realizes that she needs Xena more than ever. Injured in the battle, she has to gain the understanding of the woman she loves and of the woman she must leave behind.