Tiffany Go Bragh!

Tiffany would like to wish everyone a happy St. Patrick's Day, although I have no doubt the day will be over before she finishes saying it. While we wait, why not enjoy some St. Patrick's Day-themed fanfiction?

• Acts of Cupidity by Disco 3:16


• Éirinn go Blam by SinisterExaggerator


• Everything Happens For a Reason by Mahna Mahna


• Holiday Kombat by Richard Lobinske


• Last Dance by Dennis


• One Night Stand: A Misleading Title by Mitch


• Repeiceing Down the Girl by Morden Gans


• St. Patrick's Day Valentine by JoeMerl


• Three by Richard Lobinske


• Will Ye Go Lassie, Go? by thatLONERchick

In addition to that, today we celebrate the anniversary of "College Bored," "Daria Dance Party," and "Murder, She Snored," which first aired on this day in 1997, 1999, and 2000. An anniversary three-fer!

Fandom News!

• Is Jane trustworthy with secrets? Share your thoughts in the thread.


• The SyFy Channel may return to showing science fiction--what do you think of the idea?


• Vukodlak's character Jack Kain now has a Character of the Week thread. Ask your questions!


• Two Iron Chefs have been posted in Creative Writing: Vukodlak's Trash Freakout Three Choices and malakite's The Grim Plot Reaper.

Beware the Ides of March!

Background character "The Head" appears here in a rare alter ego because someone needs to wash away all that blood from Julius Caesar's stabbing. That's right, today is the Ides of March, the day the Ides decided to do something mean because it was that time of the month.

Okay, thank you for that report, Kevin. Mr. O'Neill would like to speak with you after class.

Fanfic Update!

• Alienation, by malakite (part 12): "At the door she could see the not-woman being glared at by the gigantic bouncer. It was saying something, trying to get in. The thing appeared at the door and shook its head. The bouncer made a 'get lost' motion at the not-woman. Were they in league? The thing offering up victims? Daria stared as she tried to think past her anger."


• Birthday Blues, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "He lightly scratched his bare chest as he watched the time change from 11:59 PM to 12:00 AM. He was officially twenty-eight years old."


• Chips Off the Older Block, by Indigo (part 1): "Matt Morgendorffer smiled to himself as he drove away. He knew the girls would look out for each other and hopefully the more social Quinn would help her sister navigate the murky waters of High School a little better this time around."


• Credence, by Astrocar82 (part 8): "'Jake, where's Daria? How is she?' Helen cried in a panic as she rushed into the sickeningly white waiting room where her husband and younger daughter were already seated by the window, both looking scared."


• Dominick Morgendorffer, by macross (part 10): "4:34 PM, Jane adjusted the strap of her battered old messenger bag around her shoulder as she walked through the front door of the old Library, the bag had seen better days that was obvious to anyone with eyes."


• Halloween High, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "The large, fluffy white angel wings only added insult to injury. Daria Morgendorffer stared at the white layered chiffon dress with annoyance."


• Happy (Iron Chef:The Grim Plot Reaper), by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "Daria Morgendorffer had rejected many clichés in her life, and the latest was the 'five stages of grief.' She went through no distinct stages, nor did she feel grief. For that, you needed something to grieve about, and there simply wasn't anything."


• Is It Kevin's On Time Graduation Yet? (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: No longer in the 1%), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'It still seems freaking impossible.' Daria complained as Kevin got his diploma, which would be added to the pile of athletic awards he had gotten earlier."


• Leeville Blues (Iron Chef:The Grim Plot Reaper), by Shiva (part 1): "The Morgendorffer's were crammed into Jake's Lexus as it sped it's merry way in the state of Virginia towards hell. Oh sorry, I mean they were going to a family wedding."


• Missed Opportunities, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "The picture windows on the far right were connected to a sliding glass door that led out to the balcony. Most of the guests were mingling inside but there were a few people standing out there. She was out there."


• Mysteries of Lawndale 02: The First Party, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "'Speaking of which... Brittany invited me to her party.' 'No kidding? Are you going?' 'Of course, how could I pass up an opportunity to learn more about our peers and so come closer to solving the mysteries that seem to define this suburb?'"


• A New Kid's Dance Party While a Tree Grows (IC: Mix them up. DariaXDaria Crossover!), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "While Jake was panicking about property values, Quinn was having a crisis of her own. Sandi was attempting to sabotage the Dance Committee meeting by making silly suggestions... 'I think we should decorate the gym like the inside of the Concorde.'"


• Out of Fashion, by Kristen Bealer (parts 3 and 4): "'Wow!' she exclaimed as she reached the next booth. It was full of clothes. Not the kind of stuff Stacy was used to seeing at Junior Five or Cashman's, though. These clothes were brightly colored, with unusual designs and crazy patterns." (Part 4)


• Quinn's Code 10: Blue Screen of Sherman, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 2): "'You're kidding, right? You think I'm going to talk to you?' Sherman said in reply. He looked at Jane. 'You, maybe. Like, four hours into a kegger.' He looked at Jennifer. 'Similarly.' 'Perhaps after I vomit on your shoes,' Jane said. 'No way!' Jennifer said, forcing herself to be audible."


• TGATG: How To Change A Life, by ognawk (parts 5 and 6): "Adam was about to respond, when a sign near the checkout caught his eye. Superball Lottery Tonight! Jackpot $100 Million! If You're Not In, You Can't Win!" (Part 6)


• Unnamed story (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'Since Mommy and Daddy won't pay for beautiful, perky breasts for their sweet little girl. I'll just have to do it my lonesome-self.'"


• Vote Sloane, by Charles RB (part 1): "'Now I understand your frustration, I really do, I know I've made your job harder,' said Tom, 'but what you have to understand is that it was causing me physical pain to not tell that guy he sucked.'"


• The Window, by metameric1 (parts 1 - 3): "Her time in college had come to an end. After a long deliberation, she had decided to postpone her Doctorate, and spend a few years in the real world." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• The Writer, the Girl With Red Lipstick, and the Musician, by lulamae-golightly (parts 1 - 3): "A young woman hugged her arms closer to her body as a wind passed by, blowing her hair into her face. She stared up at the tall building that she knew now as her apartment building." (Part 2) (Part 3)

A Narcoleptic Caption Contest

What's going on here? Caption this picture in the comments!

As Long as He's Not Planting Jelly Beans

Kevin is planting some apple trees in honor of Johnny Appleseed Day, although I wouldn't count on much of an apple harvest this year. He'll probably be by on his motorcycle any time to mow them down.

Fandom News!

• Which 90s babe is your style icon? Take the quiz--Daria is one of the possible results!


• Discuss the movie Mr. Peabody & Sherman in a new thread.


• Fans of boxing have a place to discuss the sport.


• breitasparrow's character Rosalie Ambroise now has a Character of the Week thread. Ask your questions!


• Two Iron Chefs have been posted in Creative Writing: cfardell_Brenorenz29's Idosyncratic Episode Naming and Roentgen's Tom Sloane is so rich that.....

She's a Barbie Girl

Quinn is looking as artificial as ever in this alter ego, which celebrates the doll Barbie's launch on this day in 1959. Just don't take her out of her original packaging. Not because it would damage her value as a collectible but because this way you can't hear her chattering about fashion and dating.

Also, today marks the anniversary of the first airing of the episode "I Don't" in 1998. Aside from the general WTF of Lawndale High holding a bridal expo, it was a pretty fun episode. Also, it ended in a rare moment of Jake Triumphant. Atta boy, Jakey.

Fanfic Update!

• Daria and Trent Forever, by malakite (part 4): "Daria awoke to the scent of breakfast. Her father was scrambling up some eggs-Jane was obviously still asleep.She noticed a lack of any sign that Mom had been home, but was diverted when he asked her if Jane would be having breakfast too."


• Genderflipped Confessionals, by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "DARIUS: 'I swear that Li thinks that 1984 was an instruction guide.' JOHN: 'Oh relax. This isn't so bad..."


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (COMPLETE!): "Despite Helen's reluctance, Stacy stayed with the Morgendorffers. For a week, there was an odd silence in the house. Quinn's absence hung in the air all day, reminding everyone that she was gone. It hurt." (Part 10)


• The Only Pair, by SentrytheDefiant (parts 3 and 4): "'No! No, you can't do this!' She screamed. Her father had a firm hold on her upper body so all she could do was kick at the open air with her converse sneakers. She was defenseless." (Part 4)


• Out of Fashion, by Kristen Bealer (parts 1 and 2): "She glanced at her sister. The only thing that club had done was make Quinn even more shallow and popularity-obsessed than ever, and she had seen firsthand how much it had sabotaged all of Quinn's attempts to actually use her brain. I could push Quinn into fixing this, she realized. But should I?" (Part 2)


• A Real (Dead) Boy (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "Tom slowly made his way back upstairs after another date. The evening seemed to have gone well, but he was tired and looking to get some rest. He opened his bedroom door and went for the light switch, but it wouldn't turn on, no matter how much he tried."


• Regular Daria, by Charles RB (COMPLETE!): "It was a beautiful day in High Hills Park, complete with twittering birds and a gentle breeze, and Daria and Jane were hating every second of it. Again."


• Sisters and Friends, by metameric1 (part 20): "'Very cool, Red,' Jane nodded approvingly as Quinn proudly showed off her new pair of sunglasses. They were cool."


• Unnamed story (Iron Chef: Lawndale Confessional), by macross (COMPLETE!): "The Confessional room door slams open and in walks Mr. DeMartino with a tired expression. He sits down on the stool in front of the camera, pulls out a pack of Marlboros and lights one up. He closes his eyes while taking the first drag then slowly exhales before looking up straight at the camera."


• Unnamed story (The 1,001 things to push DeMartino off the edge), by Indigo (COMPLETE!): "Anthony DeMartino was a little happier than usual today after Brittany Taylor had informed him that she would be dropping History class for extra cheer leading practice now that the expanded squad was competing in contests instead of just cheering for the Lawndale Lions."


• Unnamed story (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Roentgen (COMPLETE!): "Kay made some small talk with Daria as she entered the mud room of the Sloane Mansion. 'Tom wasn't expecting you today. He's not upstairs.'"


• What If, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "I never imagined my first kiss. I didn't spend my free time thinking about fictional romantic partners in 'magical' situations. But I did always believe it would be something worth remembering. Unfortunately, it would be for all the wrong reasons."

I Wonder if She Ever Gets Together with Marianne and Shares Horror Stories?

Theresa, the poor, put-upon clerk at Cashman's, would like to announce that today is not only Employee Appreciation Day, but also National Salesperson Day, both of which apply to her. I doubt it will stop the Fashion Club from driving the poor girl nuts with their shopping-related demands, though.

Fandom News!

• What would you do if you were locked in an elevator with your favorite character?


• Talk about the future of gaming in a new thread.


• Discuss the list of 27 Modern Marvel Movies: Ranked from #27 to #1.


• Changes are coming for BBC Three, and those in the UK can share their thoughts.


• What do you consider to be the best songs about revenge? Post your thoughts and videos.


• Four new Iron Chefs/challenges have been posted in Creative Writing: Snow-Kitty's The 1,001 things to push DeMartino off the edge, Roentgen's Lawndale Confessional, Waylander's MMORPG, Lawndale style, and LSauchelli's Daria meets the mayor.

Which Is My Best Personality? I Know They're Both Good.

Quinn and her alter ego are reminding each other to celebrate Multiple Personality Day today. Oh, if only Quinn did have multiple personalities. Then she wouldn't have to decide which of the three Js to date.

Today is also the anniversary of the first airing of "Fat Like Me" in 2001. In this episode, the Fashion Club finds out why it's a bad idea to tell Sandi to "break a leg." We also get to watch Daria and Jane develop a bit of a gambling problem.

Fanfic Update!

• The Aches of a Young Artist in Love, by Snow-Kitty (COMPLETE!): "Jane sat staring into the glowing and crackling fireplace, contemplating the somewhat magical evening she had shared with whom she had thought to be the most interesting man she had ever met."


• Alienation, by malakite (part 11): "Daria felt the echo of crude and direct mental manipulation. Then she saw it. Even in the dim light, the boy seemed too young. Younger than Daria. Maybe younger than Quinn. His aura was a mess of confusion and excitement."


• Evening, by JPAGC (part 2c): "'So how do you like my stew?' asked Jake a little too brightly, a full glass of wine again in his hand. Another awkward silent moment passed, with all avoiding making eye contact. The stew portions on each respective plate were basically untouched."


• Friday Night Exchange, by GlitterShrooms (part 2): "She had spotted Jodie at her locker. It had already been two weeks since she and Mack had broken up. While it was certainly not unusually for the two to break up, Quinn couldn't remember the last time that they waited this long before getting back together. Now might be her best chance...Her only chance."


• Hot Daria, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "She stared him down, freezing him in his spot, before fixing her eyes on the other girl. She was small and thin with very discernible 'assets'. Brittany was sure she had her beat in that department, however, the girl was naturally beautiful."


• Jane's Absence, by Indigo (COMPLETE!): "As they entered the ward and asked for Jane they were stopped by the nurse stationed outside the room who informed them that visiting was restricted to family members only" (Part 4) (Part 5)


• Left Unsaid, by LuxKen27 (COMPLETE!): "He remembered the first time he'd kissed her: the sweetness of her lips a pleasing contrast to the taste of beer on her tongue; running his hand through her hair and curling his fingers over her neck, feeling her skin flush with heat beneath his touch."


• Mad Dog's Blessing (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'Quinn got knocked up again?' Elsie drawled in her smokers voice as she sculpted her latest sculpture. 'Yup.' Daria drawled in her monotone as she contemplated a couple plotbunnies for a story."


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (part 8): "She continued to stare, a heat slowly forming in her stomach, her chest, her head. It was burning, screaming, worse than ever. An anger. A rage. Burning."


• The Only Pair, by SentrytheDefiant (part 2): "'I'm sure you've seen him. He's hard to miss. He's incredibly tall, great arms. I normally don't care for long hair and his clothes need work-I mean who wears camouflage pants? But he's definitely an 8. He's in our lunch.' 'Richard?!' Quinn nearly toppled out of bed."


• Renewment, by RLobinske (part 2): "Helen sat back in her seat with a slight frown, causing Amy to ask, 'What's up?' 'Oh, this talk of children reminds me of how much I miss my girls. Now that I have plenty of time, they have their own lives on opposite sides of the country.'"


• The Thousand and One Club (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "Tom walked into Fielding Academy one morning and felt like something was different. Maybe it was the smell of flowers in the air, maybe it was all the trees on campus starting to grow back their leaves, or maybe it was the murdered corpses of all his fellow students littering the halls."


• Yes Ma'am (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "Daria had been suspicious about this so called 'date' for a while. Robert getting her name wrong and talking to her using cue cards were big warning signs. Yet, as she looked at his chiseled jawline and athletic frame, a very unfamiliar feeling was stirring inside her."

Without His Invention, Eric Would Have to Learn Morse Code

It's practically a national holiday to Helen and Quinn. Today is the anniversary of Alexander Graham Bell's birth in 1847. Bell was of course the inventor of the telephone, without which both of them would probably wither away and die.

Not only that, but today is also a triple anniversary for Daria episodes: "Esteemsters," "The Old and the Beautiful," and "Antisocial Climbers" all aired on this day in 1997, 1999, and 2000. Imagine that episode mashup for a moment. Daria shows up for her first day at the nursing home and everyone climbs a mountain. Hey, come to think of it, that has some interesting fanfic potential.

Fandom News!

• Two Dariacons are being planned in Minneapolis, Minnesota this year: Console Room Con in May and Midwest DariaCon 2014 in August. Can you make it to either or both?


• What are the real risks of living in your area? Talk about your hometown here.


• If actors were to play your favorite Daria pairing, whom would you choose?


• Jeremy Garrett started a new Character of the Week activity, beginning with Mandy Crishner.


• Snow-Kitty posted a new Iron Chef in Creative Writing: Mr. DeMartino fic challenge.

Just Try Not to Sit on Any Sandwiches

Jake is contemplating one of his airline peanuts because he just remembered that today is National Peanut Butter Lover's Day! This holiday is really made for Trent, assuming that those peanuts have still hijacked his brain...Moth to a flame...If you don't release me....

Sorry, what were we talking about again?

Fanfic Update!

• Alienation, by malakite (part 10): "She opened it, walked out and turned towards the restroom door as the sound of the toilet belatedly faded. There she saw something strange-a strange twist in the space right in the doorway. 'That's weird.'"


• Catchy Tune (Scenes that should be: Pacific Rimmers), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'La la LA la la...' 'What is that song?' Daria asked herself, since her boyfriend Tom was asleep on the couch."


• Dylan, by J-D (part 33c): "'If this really does turn into a hurricane', Dylan said, 'do you think Tierney could actually sleep on through it?'"


• The Enigma of Cornholio Fault, by Smijey (COMPLETE!): "'Like, why did we come here, again?' 'Heh-heh, because, like, I saw it on TV, Butt-head! The hole!'"


• Hemming's Way, by ognawk (part 5): "'Hello, Melissa, it's me. Listen, I'm going to be running a little late tonight. I've got to make a trip to the bank on my way home from work. And Cassidy, happy birthday, honey. 8 years old. You're a big girl now. Anyway, see you both when I get back. Love you.'"


• Jane's Absence, by Indigo (parts 1 and 2): "'Thank you Daria that was very informative' said Mrs Bennett wondering if it had been a good idea after all to allow Daria to do the project without a partner. She thought back to the day that she had given the assignment to the class..." (Part 2)


• Just Friends, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "I pressed my pillow over my head and screamed. No. This wasn't happening. We were friends. That was all. Just friends."


• Lawndale's Next Top Baller, by rvgonzal (parts 7 - 9): "Tom: 'Open it.' As Daria silently gaped at the huge pink diamond, Tom caressed her cheek: 'It's just a ring to show how committed we are to each other'" (Part 8) (Part 9)


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (part 7): "If everyone can do this, why can't I? she asked herself. Because you're different. I am not different. not different different NOT DIFFERENT."


• The Only Pair, by SentrytheDefiant (part 1): "Suddenly, the wail of guitars and the crashing of cymbals filled the small space. The tall, lean boy in the passenger seat drummed his fingers against his knee and shot a small smile towards his twin sister."


• The Punk and the Snark, by Shiva (part 15): "'You know,' Bob grumbled to Daria in DeMartino's class the Monday after the field trip disaster, 'I kind of wish we all died in the woods.'"


• Sleeping Firsts, by Snow-Kitty (part 4): "Students assembled rather disorderly into Mr. DeMartino's history class. He eyed Brittany as she made her way towards her designated seat, suppressing the urge to fling her light frame against the chalkboard, before carelessly and passionately kissing her in front of his class."


• Unnamed story (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "Kevin Thompson lifted his poisoned sandwich and prepared to eat. 'NOOOO!' Tom Sloan heroically jumped over the table and grabbed the sandwich in the nick of time, inexplicably taking a bite as he hit the floor."


• Unnamed story (Plot Bunnies IV: Plot Bunnies in Paradise), by Roentgen (COMPLETE!): "Quinn Morgendorffer drove her Ford Focus Electric past the University of New Mexico on her way to Party Headquarters on Yale Boulevard. She remembered a rally she attended there three years earlier. She loved New Mexico, it was sunny and bright with a romantic touch of the Old World."


• Unnamed story (The 1,001 Deaths of Kevin Thompson), by Roentgen (COMPLETE!): "Brittany walked away from Kevin's house. It was 10:23 pm. As she walked towards the street, a car with its headlights off pulled up to the curb. Right on schedule, Brittany thought."

Girls Just Wanna Lose Teeth

Today is National Tooth Fairy Day, and Mr. DeMartino is ready to exchange his old teeth for cash. I guess he needs something to supplement his income, considering how little he makes as a teacher. Just remember not to make any rasp-related jokes.

Also, happy birthday to Geoffrey Arend, who was born on this day in 1978. Arend was one of the actors who provided the voice for Upchuck, and let's hope he's much more appealing in real life than his character was.

Fandom News!

• Post your favorite cute pictures in a new thread.


• Join in the Fill-In-the-Anecdote game started by SacredDust.


• Does Quinn have multiple personality disorder? Join the discussion!


• malakite shares a new project, Daria timeline: every episode in order.


• Discuss WrestleTalk: Redemption in a new thread.


• Snow-Kitty posted a new Iron Chef in Creative Writing: Snowstorm Challenge.

If Tom's Pinto Turns into a Pumpkin, Will it be an Improvement?

Daria's all dressed up for the ball because today is Tell a Fairy Tale Day! If you decide to tell your own variation on Cinderella, feel free to borrow Daria and Jane's approach with the Gupty kids ("So Cinderella skipped the ball and asked her fairy Godmother to make her the first woman president.") or try Quinn's style ("Wait! I haven't gotten to the shoes yet!").

Just make sure Daria's home by midnight, because today is also her anniversary. Or rather, it's the anniversary of the episode "Sappy Anniversary," which aired on this day in 2001. Tom and Daria hit some bumps in their relationdateshipthing, Quinn actually tries to help, and Jake dabbles in bleeding edge e-vision. Or something.

Fanfic Update!

• Ah, Hell, by metameric1 (part 15): "He leaned over, lifted the book from her face and kissed her lightly. She reached up and pulled him down, making him lose his balance. They rolled over, narrowly missing her computer. 'Hey,' she deadpanned, sitting on his chest. 'Distract me.'"


• Alienation, by malakite (part 8): "Tuesday was boring. It was, in a way, an accomplishment. Several of her classes were shared with some inhuman thing which had obviously noticed her, yet the dull drone of pointless test preparation managed to drown out the fear she should probably feel."


• As Though She Had Done It All Before..., by Shiva (part 10): "Tiffany looked at her reflection from the full-length mirror in her closet before glancing at her reflection from the vanity and back to the full length again. From her usual standing position she could see her image from different angles, not just up close but from far away as well. She had to be absolutely sure that the outfit she was wearing was perfect."


• Be Careful What You Wish For (Snowstorm Challenge), by malakite (COMPLETE!): "Jane stared at the iced over window. They were trapped. The phones were dead, the fireplace was low on wood and the last weather report she'd been able to pull up said the blizzard would not stop for at least 4 days. The power had flickered out hours ago."


• The Best Work of the KPA (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "Tom woke up as soon as the cold water hit him full force. 'Wuh-what?' He groaned as he came too and quickly realized that he wasn't in his apartment in New York."


• Culture Shocked, by metameric1 (COMPLETE!): "'Where are we going again?' Jane asked from the back seat. They were in an unfamiliar part of Boston, about a half hour away from the Raft and BFAC campuses."


• Forward Motion, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "The lanky musician drummed his fingers against the counter, his dark eyes roaming from the rack of celebrity magazines to the 50 cent potato chip display. It was all the same."


• From The Depths It Rises (LongSnakeMoan's Fluff Thread), by LongSnakeMoan (COMPLETE!): "'Hi. My name is Tori Jericho from the Lawndale Sun-Herald. I'm here to speak to you and your husband about your extraordinary family. I know that you don't normally do interviews but you're a Lawndale native and a bit of a star there now.'"


• May I have a Cheeseburger?, by metameric1 (part 7): "My Dearest Weevil, Something is changing. What exactly it is, I cannot say; I feel a shift in my household that I find disconcerting."


• Relationship Advice (Daria and the Gang Thread), by Roentgen (COMPLETE!): "Jodie and Brittany were talking to each other at Lunch. 'So, how's life with the star quarterback?' 'It sucks,' Brittany said."


• Renewment, by RLobinske (part 1): "Seated under the banner, Helen Morgendorffer smiled and accepted the sincere wishes of her fellow State Board Association coworkers. Retirement. Part of me doesn't believe that I made it."


• Shiva's Take on the BG/Dennis Angst Lightsaber Off In Crayon Style! (Iron Chef: Crayons Galore), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "leik ohe noes!' Zandi Griffindor exanimated all sadly n junk as hur pet kittiecat Mr. Fluffybutt sO TOTallly died on da dence flur."


• Sleeping Firsts, by Snow-Kitty (parts 2 and 3): "A sneaky, impulsive, thought entered Anthony's mind. Just a small one. That's all it took for him to roll over on top of the giggly blond lying next to him, and pin her delicate wrists to the bed." (Part 3)


• Ten Year Reunion, by Vanillabeancobain (part 1): "It was her ten year reunion this year. A fact that made her feel older without really being much wiser."


• Unnamed story (IC: Write Where It's Hurts For Everyone!), by JPAGC (COMPLETE!): "The waving red hair contrasted beautiful with the Ivory white, perfect skin of Quinn Morgendorffer as she left the big, imposing Ivy League college building in a self-assured step. Behind was a small group of girls, still awed by her mere presence, having left behind"


• Unnamed story (IC: Write Where It's Hurts For Everyone!), by Snow-Kitty (COMPLETE!): "The tall, handsome, history teacher pushed the young artistic extraordinaire onto the plush bed in the middle of the room. 'Oh, Mr. DeMartino. I had no idea you could be so forceful,' the young woman quipped with desire."


• Unnamed story (The 1,001 Deaths of Kevin Thompson), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "On a dare from his bros on the football team, Kevin decided to make fun of Andrea for being a goth fat chick. Non stop."

Eye See You!

Daria's taking a good look at us to make sure we remember that today is the fifteenth anniversary of the episode "Through a Lens Darkly." Daria got contacts, discovered her inner vanity, and almost ran over a dog. Good times.

Fandom News!

• Kem has a question about replying to an announcement thread.


• Is Mr. DeMartino the kind of teacher all the girls liked? Throw in your two cents in the thread.


• See the recently announced cast of the upcoming Fantastic Four movie and join the debate!


• Share your opinion on the coming reboot of the TV series Heroes.


• Shiva posted a new Iron Chef in Creative Writing: Write Where It's Hurts For Everyone!


• drocem is looking for model sheets for Mack, Helen, and Tiffany.

Did He Chop Down the Tommy Sherman Memorial Cherry Tree?

Kevin is portraying the first American president, George Washington, who was born on this day in 1732. Although if Mrs. Stoller's test is any indication, he probably has no idea who that is.

Today also happens to be Walking the Dog Day, so go take Fido for a little spin. Just make sure Daria's not behind the wheel of a car first.

Fanfic Update!

• Alienation, by malakite (part 8): "The remaining theories extended from time traveling space creatures to lunar spirits to non-human ghosts to tulpas. In short, they had no idea. She'd just have to work it out herself, preferably before it killed anyone, or at least before it killed anyone else."


• Alt Rock, by Indigo (part 4): "'They let O'Neill try and teach other people about self-esteem?' said an incredulous Daria who had just experienced Timothy O'Neill's inept touchy-feely teaching style in English class"


• Crazy Love (Shorty Shorts), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "'It's Janey. She's been acting weird all weekend. I think you need to see all this.' Daria was worried now. 'I'll be over as soon as I can.'"


• Is This Adulthood?, by Princess_Pasta (part 5): "The jeep rolled to a stop in front of the Sunshine Diner and I pretended that I didn't want to scream. Of course I knew we would come here. It was Sunday morning after all and that meant breakfast. I was sick of the Sunshine Diner."


• Jane & Cass, by PrecambrianStudios (part 6): "Armand shrugged his beaten pilot's jacket onto his shoulders as he silently closed the front door of his house, so gingerly as though he were afraid that the slightest noise would make the whole house come down. He glided off the front porch and started down the street."


• Lawndale's Next Top Baller, by rvgonzal (parts 5 and 6): "Even though Jane thought it was great Daria finally met a guy she deemed worthy enough to talk to, she was just concerned because Daria never moved this fast with people especially with guys... and that guy tom somehow managed to wiggle his way in with Daria so quick." (Part 6)


• Pop Goes The Sloane (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "Tom continued looking around the room when Daria left, and noticed her closet was wide open. After staring for a minute, curiousity got the better of him and he walked over."


• A Rose In The Thorns, by breitasparrow (part 2): "Rosalie's heart was pounding hard in her ears. '... I was thinking that, since the wedding begins this afternoon, if I win...' She could feel beads of sweat forming on her forehead as she tried desperately to avoid stuttering. '... You get to be my escort to the reception this evening.'"


• Sleeping Firsts, by Snow-Kitty (part 1): "Brittany tiptoed around Kevin's bed, careful not to wake the person sleeping in it. She stripped off her bathrobe in the glow of moonlight washing over the small room through the opaque window curtains, and slid between the bedclothes as she sidled close to him."


• Slipping Away (The 1,001 Deaths of Kevin Thompson), by SinisterExaggerator (COMPLETE!): "'I can't believe you got Kevin to do this,' said Jane. Daria, glaring back at her, had just set the banana peel on the floor. 'Actually, on second thought, I can totally believe you got Kevin to do this.'"


• Tr00 Kvlt Daria, by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "Daria Necrodorffer trudged mournfully out of the grim and frostbitten ice caves beneath a bitter midnight moon that conjured blasphemous images of the pockmarked and undead face of Satan...." (Parts 2 - 6)


• Unnamed story (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Roentgen (COMPLETE!): "Daria looked at her newest purchase for her new apartment. It was several hundred dollars, but she felt it was worth it: a Japanese talking toilet." (Part 2)


• Wee-Tail Therapy (Iron Chef: Random Pairing Challenge 2014!), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "'Diane?' Timothy said with surprise, 'What are you doing here?'"


• Whatever Happened to Miss Li?, by Ravynstone (part 1): "The building was all concrete and steel, surrounded by manicured green lawns and carefully planted flower beds. It could have passed for an upscale office building if one didn't see the sign, illuminated by carefully placed lights, identifying it as Angela Li Senior High School."

Just Don't Get Jake Started on the Subject

Leary is looking happy because today is Love Your Pet Day, and the Yeagers are probably preparing him an extra special (all-natural, organic, hand-kneaded, pectin-filled) treat for the occasion. It seems odd that no regular Daria characters seem to have pets that got featured onscreen. Sandi had Fluffy, but we never got to see him. The Daria Database tells us that the Lanes have two cats, but they never even get mentioned on the show itself. Where do you suppose all the pets have been hiding?

Fandom News!

• See pictures of Wouter's most recent guitar.


• Share your ideas for things that make Anthony DeMartino happy.


• Fans can talk about Shadowrun and Earthdawn in a new thread.


• See the trailer and discuss the upcoming movie Guardians of the Galaxy.


• Roentgen posted a new art Iron Chef in The Easel: Clothes switch.

Don't Whine; Drink Wine!

Jane and Alison are observing National Drink Wine Day in the traditional manner, although I don't foresee the evening ending well for either of them. Feel free to have a glass or two yourself in honor of the day, but don't take anyone up on their offer to show you their pastels. Just...don't.

Fanfic Update!

• As Though She Had Done It All Before..., by Shiva (part 9): "'Daria!' Daria froze solid as she stared at what should have been an inanimate object in total and absolute disbelief."


• The Beginning, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "So, I was standing in a circle with Ralph and his friends when I noticed her."


• Benjamin Peter Morgendoffer, by Veleriphon (part 4): "'Ben, to WHAT do I owe the interruption of my GLORious meal?' That eye of his still creeps me out as I stood there for a few seconds before rebooting, 'Wanted to ask you a favor, Mr. DeMartino.'"


• The Game of Six, by Erin M. (part 2): "'The Game of Six?' Twilight echoed. 'Well, it's an old Equestrian game, dating back before the pre-Classical Era. It kind of fell out of fashion after chess was invented. I don't think anypony plays it anymore.'"


• Is This Adulthood?, by Princess_Pasta (part 4): "The monthly Sloane family dinner was upon me and I wasn't the least bit enthusiastic."


• It's So Cold, by Doggieboy (COMPLETE!): "I'm the only one who made it. The only one who survived. Based on how much snow and ice I see out there, the others may be the lucky ones."


• Lawndale's Next Top Baller, by rvgonzal (part 4): "He knew he couldn't figure out his weird thoughts about Daria tonight, but knew in Daria he had at least found an unexpected muse."


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (part 6): "Stacy was one of the only ones eating outside at lunch. Quinn looked out the window and saw her, nibbling on her sandwich and trying to keep her hair out of her face. She rose from her chair and began walking out."


• Quinn's Code 10: Blue Screen of Sherman, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "'But the man is coming! The man! Tommy Sherman brought it home, bro! The State Championship. And now he's coming back to Lawndale!'"


• Tickle Test (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "Sandi suppressed a grunt of annoyance as the ever-desperate Brooke approached her and the Fashion Club in the hallways of Lawndale High."


• Unnamed story (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by Brother Grimace (COMPLETE!): "Trent looked at the impossibly smug Tom Sloane and the incredibly lecherous Upchuck. 'Take them... to the Iron Maiden.'"


• Unnamed story (The 1001 Humiliations of Quinn Morgendorffer), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "As Quinn sat down to lunch with the others members of the Fashion Club, she noticed once more the strange, amused looks on her friends faces."


• Valentine's Day, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "She sat comfortably on the worn sofa, her hands pressed over her eyes. She was sure she was smudging her glasses beyond belief but she had sworn to keep her eyes closed and she didn't trust herself not to peek."

But Was He Buried Without His Diver?

Ninety-one years ago today, Howard Carter opened King Tutankhamun's tomb. I don't know if O'Neill there is supposed to be King Tut or not, but if he is, I guarantee Carter found a whole bunch of echinacea and self-help books in there.

Speaking of Mr. O'Neill, it was also on this day in 1998 that the episode "Arts 'N Crass" aired on MTV, and in it we got to see what might be O'Neill's most positive portrayal on the show as he took Daria and Jane's side on having the poster entered against their objections and tried to stand up to Ms. Li. Sure, he failed miserably, but I give him credit for at least trying.

Fandom News!

• What fragrances would Jake Morgendorffer, Timothy O'Neill, Anthony DeMartino wear?


• Talk about the video game Mega Man in the Weapons of Mass Distraction forum.


• NightGoblyn wonders if there's any interest in a "Where I Watch" or "Where I Read" thread.


• Star Trek fans, gather here to talk about your favorite versions of the show.

Just Be Relieved He Hasn't Gotten His Hands on that Love Taser

Upchuck would like to wish everyone a happy Valetine's Day! Everyone else would like Upchuck to put on some damn pants, please. In the meantime, please enjoy this list of Valentine's Day-themed fanfic:

• Acts of Cupidity by Disco 3:16


• The Bear and the Unicorn by Brother Grimace


• A Bitter Aftertaste by Dennis


• Daria/Dorian: Love Rescue Me by Di


• Old Married Valentines by RLobinske


• Pause in the Air: Family Affairs by The Angst Guy


• The Secret Life by The Angst Guy


• The Valentine Crush by LILJELLYB AND T1TANIC111


• Valentine's Day by Deref


• A Valentine’s Day to Remember by Galen Hardesty

Also, check out this Valentine's Day picture created by S.C.! Don't worry; everyone's wearing pants in this one.

Fanfic Update!

• Advice on Motherhood (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'Oh Daria,' Kay Sloane laughed while dishing out advice, 'Motherhood is a joyless burden, it's best just to hire a Mexican nanny to do the hard work for you.'"


• Alienation, by malakite (part 7): "Daria practically bounced out of his car as they finally stopped in front of her house. She smiled her sweetest smile as she waved to what-his-name. She made a small show of glancing about, 'adjusted' her skirt and said with faux-disappointment 'Oh, I guess Dad is home after all.Well, thanks for the ride anyway.'"


• Alt Rock, by Indigo (part 3): "'Oh. Bummer. Hold on... you've got a sister that doesn't like Rock music?' asked Jane 'Quinn likes the music fine; it's the type of boys that go to Rock concerts that she doesn't like'"


• Friday Night Exchange, by GlitterShrooms (COMPLETE!): "Quinn tilted her head towards the clock to check the time - Almost seven. Three. Two. One. She remained still as someone busted into her room. Like freaking clockwork."


• Ghost World, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "They were two weeks into their summer vacation and they were still reveling in their newfound freedom. High school was finally over and they were thoroughly relieved."


• Her Mother's Daughter, by Ravynstone (COMPLETE!): "'Are you sure you want to do this, Hel?' 'I'm sure.'"


• Is This Adulthood?, by Princess_Pasta (part 3): "Thin rays of sunshine spilled their way through the gaps in my blinds, casting themselves over my eyelids. I let my eyes open, slowly, none too eager to be assaulted by the sunlight. My eyes focused on Vicki's sleeping form...or what I could make out."


• Lawndale's Next Top Baller, by rvgonzal (parts 2 and 3): "Wearing a pink baby doll dress, her doc. Martens, same hairstyle, pink framed cat eyeglasses and light make up she looks like every 90's seventeen magazine cover girl. Daria is at the front door talking to the three js." (Part 3)


• Nooooooo (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "'Um...who's this?' Trent asked. 'Duhh, you called ME. Who's this?' a ditzy-sounding girl said on the other end." (Part 2)


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (part 5): "I'm going to be like them. For years, it had been her obsession, her goal. To be like them."


• The Red Skirts, by NapalmKracken (part 3): "'Which one are we looking for?' 'The Mahan Conference Room, sir.' Petty Officer Stacy Rowe told him, not even bothering to check the blue PADD permanently affixed to her left hand. Come to think of it he'd never seen her actually use it when he asked her anything, she knew already."


• Sonoma Coma, by jtranser (part 14): "'Upchuck, did you really think I'd be driven mad by the power of powdered teddy bear skulls slipped into my drink?'"


• Stop the Presses (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "'No. Nope, nope. Forget it. Not reading it. Not even looking at it.' Tori Jericho shook her head in disgust as she stalked across the newsroom."


• Unnamed story (1,001 Deaths of Tom Sloane - Part II), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'How awesome is this?!' Tom thought to himself for the millionth time as he floated in zero-g, 'I'm in outer-fucking-space!'"

But Could Lincoln Write Poetry about Rotting Bags of Flesh?

Andrea gets center stage for the second time in a row because we're celebrating Abraham Lincoln's birthday. The well-known president was born on this day in 1809, and according to "Depth Takes a Holiday" he wasn't a big fan of sandals. We also know that Brittany is a little unclear on the circumstances of his assassination:

Daria: I'm playing Mrs. Lincoln, after she went crazy.

Brittany: I didn't know she went crazy.

Jane: Oh, yeah. That's why Lincoln shot himself.

Brittany: Wow!

Jodie: Come on, Brittany. Let's finish our fitting, and I'll tell you all about how nice Mr. Lincoln really died.

Fandom News!

• Reese Kaine requests a way to link to Twitter posts.


• Silver muses about gonzo journalism.


• Talk about the movies The Lego Movie and Zombeavers in the Weapons of Mass Distraction forum.


• Post clips of music worse than Mystik Spiral's, and see others' choices as well.


• Roentgen posted a new Iron Chef in Creative Writing: Fashion Club Fandom.

It's Raining, It's Pouring, the Goth Girl Thinks It's Boring

Andrea is shown here celebrating Umbrella Day, although she doesn't appear to be enjoying it very much. Perhaps because she realizes that umbrellas aren't a whole lot of good when you're trudging through a couple of feet of snow in bone-chillingly cold temperatures?

Fanfic Update!

• College Bound, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "Being pretty and popular is both a blessing and a curse. Well, evidently more of a blessing but you get my point."


• Fall of the House of Romanov (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by LongSnakeMoan (COMPLETE!): "Elsie felt a large hand roughly shake her shoulder and it shook her roughly from her the welcome respite of her slumbers."


• Hard Truth (Iron Chef: Random Pairing Challenge 2014!), by SacredDust (COMPLETE!): "Lindy swallowed the lump in her throat. Her head still hurt from last night. 'You don't have to go.' 'I can't do it anymore, Lindy. I can't keep getting my hopes up so you can tear them down again. I'm exhausted.'"


• Is It Tenure Yet? (You're Standing On My Track), by JohnnyLurg (parts 1 and 2): "'I can't believe a college as politically and religiously conservative as Pepperhill would select you to be their first lesbian Artist in Residence,' said Professor Daria Morgendorffer to her longtime companion Jane Lane as the two women sipped java mochas in the luxury of Pepperhill University's café." (Part 2)


• Lawndale's Next Top Baller, by rvgonzal (part 1): "Jane: (is grumbling aloud looking through piles on floor) "Where the hell is it, dammit! $1100 gone from my savings stash, well mine and Trent's savings... if he took he would have told me'... (Thinking) well eventually he would have... sometime... maybe... (Screaming) arrrgg! Trent!"


• Legacy of Elizabeth, by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (parts 1 and 2): "Queen Elizabeth of England was alone in her office reviewing some paperwork (there were many interests that sought the attention of the Crown). A blue light filled the room. The Queen turned to find a stranger emerging from a circle of light." (Part 2)


• Lindy at AA (Iron Chef: Random Pairing Challenge 2014!), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "Lindy took a moment to steel herself, after all it was only her second time at the meeting and it would be the first time that she would dare to speak."


• Match Breaker, by SacredDust (part 12): "'Remember the mall, when I had to run one more errand after you spoke with Quinn? Well...I happened to run into her again, and since her friends had left her with all those shopping bags to take out, I did my good deed for the day and helped her. From there, we just started talking and, well...' Tom's good mood abruptly died. 'You and her? Elsie, please tell me you're joking.'"


• Of Liars and Thieves, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "All I could do was stare at the wall, ignoring the heated debate brewing downstairs. This couldn't be happening. Not to me. I could just hear her words echoing around me, 'You'd never do anything to hurt me.'"


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (part 4): "She took a bite of her chicken as it hit her. I can go out and buy my dress tomorrow. For the prom."


• Saints Rowe (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Charles RB (COMPLETE!): "'Girls, I just want you to know your mother and I realize it's not easy moving to a whole new town -- what the hell--'"


• Secrets, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "I love her. Once the thought had taken fruition, there was no going back."


• Severed Ties, by SentrytheDefiant (COMPLETE!): "The perfectly monogrammed letters were typed in forest green onto thick off-white cardstock. The front of the invitation was plain and simple: You are cordially invited to celebrate the engagement of: Thomas Sloane & Daria Morgendorffer"


• The Stalwart (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "Eighty eight year old Doug Thompson cackled madly as he stood on the side of the highway, his bathrobe flapping in the wind of passing cars."


• Unnamed story (Iron Chef: Random Pairing Challenge 2014!), by Greystar (COMPLETE!): "Daria slipped her glasses back on and went back to taking notes from the book she was looking at, deciding that she was going to bury her thoughts in the research project for history class. She managed to get a couple of entries down before she looked up to turn the page and saw a young blonde boy walk around the nearby bookshelf."

Good Thing Jane's Already Paid off that Cookie Debt!

This band of roving Girl Scout villains is shaking down old ladies for cash because today is National Girl Scout Cookie Day! I'm sure Jane would look back on her days as a cookie pusher with fondness if she could remember them post-deprogramming. The rest of us can hold up some Thin Mints as a toast to pint-sized entrepreneurs everywhere!

Fandom News!

• Scissors MacGillicutty needs to know PPMB members' birth years.


• Talk about the crazy winter those of us in the Northern Hemisphere have been having lately.


• What do you think of CVS's decision to stop selling tobacco?


• Shiva shares a few thoughts on Janet Barch, the professional teacher.

The Sultan of Sensitive

Mr. O'Neill is trying out a new activity in honor of Babe Ruth, who was born on this day in 1895. I'm not sure how to break it to him that you play baseball outside, where there could be pollen and poisonous plants and algae blooms. Also, he should know that one team generally loses the game, which could damage their self-esteem.

Then again, let him find out the hard way. Could be funny to see.

Fanfic Update!

• Ah, Hell, by metameric1 (parts 13 and 14): "'He was looking forward to making me happy, and I let him down again.' She took a sip of her now cold coffee. 'What the hell is wrong with me?'" (Part 14)


• Alienation, by malakite (part 6): "Getting home had proven more difficult than Daria had hoped, but less difficult than she'd feared."


• Alt Rock, by Indigo (part 2): "Daria turned around to see a striking looking girl with black hair, sapphire blue eyes, three earrings in one ear and a jacket that was as red as her lipstick. 'The name is Jane Lane by the way' she said sticking out her hand."


• Daria 1/2, by LSauchelli (part 9): "Mack was feeling down at the moment. In fact, he had been feeling down for over a month now, since the time Ryoga attacked the school. He hadn’t been able to do anything about it, just another victim in the story. Maybe not the worst victim, he thought, thinking of Daria and her eye. He wondered if she’d recover her eyesight any time soon."


• High School Never Ends, by welltemperedclavier (COMPLETE!): "She didn't know how well she really taught any of them. Some already basically understood the material and only needed a bit of guidance; they'd have likely earned decent grades without her help. Others struggled with the very concepts and she'd drive herself half-mad trying to explain." (Part 12) (Part 13) (Part 14)


• Is This Adulthood?, by Princess_Pasta (part 2): "I was still picturing his olive eyes, still hearing the softness in his voice, still watching as he drummed his fingers against the table and fidgeted with the sleeves on his jacket. Damn it, why did I think this was a good idea?"


• Last Night in the Tent (Iron Chef: Random Pairing Challenge 2014!), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "Trent stirred in his sleep as he heard the zipper to the tent being undone."


• My New Uncle (Shorty Shorts: Marriages & Deaths), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "'Sorry I couldn’t come to your wedding, Amy,' Daria said."


• New Kid in the Cul-de-sac, by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "Daria found herself waking up on hot pavement, her head throbbing in pain."


• No One Is To Blame, by Brother Grimace (COMPLETE!): "As Tom Sloane left the Conference Room, he was mildly surprised to see that the other Legionnaires were standing silently, as if waiting for him to exit the room – " (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) (Part 6) (Part 7)


• Once You See, by lulamae-golightly (parts 1 - 3): "Stacy Rowe lost her first tooth when she was six and got hit in the face with a soccer ball at PE. Her face was bloody, and she was screaming. That's when Sandi Griffin knew she hated her." (Part 2) (Part 3)


• Unnamed story (Iron Chef: Jake Morgendorffer Isn't), by Dark Kuno (COMPLETE!): "Helen: I'm not your wife. Jake: The hell you're not! Helen: (panicked)I swear to God!...I never saw you before six months ago! Our marriage is just a memory implant... !"

Neither snow nor RAIN nor heat nor GLOOM of NIGHT!

DeMartino is very happy because it's Thank A Mailman Day! You might want to thank him from a distance or, better yet, just send a card. I'm not sure he's had his meds today.

Fandom News!

• The 2013 Daria Fanworks Awards Winners have been announced. Congratulations, everyone!


• AHT saw a Daria cosplayer recently, and has shared a picture.


• Three Iron Chefs have been posted in Creative Writing: JoeMerl's Random Pairing Challenge 2014, Ms. Kinnikufan's Jake without Ruth, and malakite's Jake Morgendorffer Isn't


• Snow-Kitty has a fanart request involving DeMartino and Jane.

Okay, Maybe That's Actually Al Roker, but the Same Principle Applies, Right?

Today we celebrate the tradition of the weather-controlling rodent who terrorizes us all with his super-powered shadow. Or something. All I know is, the little guy did see his shadow today, so that means six more weeks of winter. Looking out my window, I can believe that. Stupid snow.

Fanfic Update!

• Abattoir Blues (2)- The Killing Moon, by LongSnakeMoan (part 2): "I sit on what could be possibly the dirtiest door step in New York, the grit from the dirt digs into my thighs and I stretch my legs into the last of the sunlight as Rosie passes me a cigarette."


• The Adventures In The Morgendorffer-Sloane Residency, by muskweasel (part 4): "I examined the infant sitting directly across from me. She had big hazel eyes, courtesy of her father, and was starting to sprout thick copper coloured bits of hair, like her mother."


• Ah, Hell, by metameric1 (part 12): "She opened her eyes; feeling the weight on her bed alongside her. Turning her head, she traced his outline in her mind; she thought about how much of herself had been subtly altered to make a place for him in her life."


• Alienation, by malakite (parts 4 and 5): "Daria slowly chewed her eggs as she watched her father watching her. Helen had left by the time Daria came down to eat, while Quinn was muttering something vaguely angry sounding under her breath as she rapidly typed into her phone." (Part 5)


• Alt Rock, by Indigo (COMPLETE!): "Daria Morgendorffer and her younger sister Quinn had just moved to Lawndale and as part of their first day at Lawndale High were required to take a psychological test."


• Battle-Axe, by meowarts (part 5): "'Here Daria, have some more.' Daria's vision turned blurry for a second before her bespectacled eyes focused on a hand holding a paper cup outstretched towards her."


• Behind the Counter, by NightGoblyn (part 7): "Daria rolled her eyes and stood, putting her novel down on the desk and walking out of the back and behind the counter. She saw a thin, blond-haired man jogging towards the back of the store, and glanced over to the clock. Three-oh-five a.m. She rolled her eyes again. Great."


• Daria's Petition (Scenes No Daria Fan-Fic Should Have: Do What Now?), by Shiva (COMPLETE!): "'So Daria...' 'Yes Jane?' 'How exactly is that petition you made to get Justin Bieber deported going?'"


• High School Never Ends, by welltemperedclavier (parts 8 - 10): "'Hey, Daria, I'm going out for some pizza. You should come too.' 'Why?' 'I'd like to get to know the girl who's been writing my essays a bit better.'" (Part 9) (Part 10)


• Is This Adulthood?, by SentrytheDefiant (part 1): "I was in awe of the girl, no, the woman sitting in the booth across from me. Years of feelings I thought long dead had come rushing back to me at full speed."


• Let 'Em Burn, by Erin M. (COMPLETE!): "JUDITH: The volcano glows red and everyone's dead not a body to be seen A nation of ash and cinders and it looks like I'm the queen"


• LotR: Decisions in Isengard (Non-Daria), by cfardell_Brenorenz29 (part 1): "Meriadoc Brandybuck and Peregin Took looked up at the large tower as the Orc pack slowed. 'Well, Pip, we're in for it now,' Merry said."


• Marriages & Deaths (Shorty Shorts), by ognawk (COMPLETE!): "It was a lovely day for a trip, as Jane Sloane-Lane sat in the passenger side of a top of the line, dark blue Mercedes that belonged to her partner."


• Match Breaker, by SacredDust (part 11): "'Gee, Quinn,' Sandi crossed her arms and looked away. 'Apparently one friend like that just wasn't enough for you. But I'm SO happy to see that your social circle is expanding so far beyond us. Obviously, you're in such good company that you are way beyond the Fashion Club.'"


• Popular Girl Esteem, by Shiva (part 2): "'Oye,' Tori muttered while walking down the halls of Lawndale High with her friends, 'It's another beautiful day and here we are, about to face a pop quiz in math class.'"


• Unnamed story (Iron Chef: Random Pairing Challenge!), by JoeMerl (COMPLETE!): "Link Rouillard slumped onto a stool, casting an angry look down onto the bar."


• Venom, by Astrocar82 (part 8): "'Thanks for letting us stay over, Helen,' Jane said as she and Trent grabbed their possessions out of The Tank, which had somehow made it into the Morgendorffer's driveway while backing up, and started hauling them into the house."


• What is Fashion?, by Smijey (part 6): "He swaggered up to her locker (the molecules were already starting to fracture), gave his smarmiest smirk, and spoke. 'Hello, enchanting Alexandra,' he said, giving an exaggerated bow. 'I've heard through the usual peer gossip lines that you're on a quest for fashion.'"


• A Woman and Her Cat, by ST91 (COMPLETE!): "Daria Morgendorffer was lying on the sofa reading a book. 'Daria can we talk for a minute?' asked Jane, coming out of her room."