Hey everyone, welcome to my page!

My name is AJ but feel free to call my Joyful or Templar. I like politics, hiking, and playing video games. I prefer fanfic with strong female central characters and little romance. If you're here for smut, I'm sorry. That being said, I do enjoy certain pairings depending on the context of the story, just as long as the romantic relationship isn't the key feature of the story.

My favorite fandoms are:

Updates:

01/15/16 - I uploaded one of my prompt fills for SuperCat Week from tumblr. Then decided to write some Supergirl angst that actually hurt me to think about. I'm such a sap. I'm really more of a fluff kind of person. First time uploading content, hopefully I can keep the ball rolling once my college semester starts.

02/22/16 - I'm going to try to remember to update my profile once a month. I've started cross posting my stories on AO3. Currently obsessed with the new tv show Supergirl, so that's pretty much all I've been writing about lately. On-going works: People Gonna Talk - Chapter 3 near completion. It's ironic that my longest work yet is about the growing relationship between the two main characters, since I'm not into reading romance stories. Personally I identify on the grey scale so my interest in romance and sex is very low, but the Kalex dynamic is really fun to explore. Currently in the middle of an exam week at University, but updates to come soon.

05/24/16 - Getting to the end of PGT, only two chapters left. My next project after that will be One Act of Courage which will focus a little bit more on Kara's dark side. Sorry about that long 2 month hiatus, school was very time consuming this semester. Thanks for everyone's patience. If you have a story you'd like me to consider writing next, just drop me a PM. Anyway, hope you enjoy the new chapter of PGT.

09/12/16 - Sorry for the long period of inactivity. Life is busy, so writing has had to take the backburner. I will be finishing PGT, I have no plans to abandon it and hope to have the next chapter within the next two weeks. It will be out by Halloween at the very latest. I also go to school full time and work part time, so I write when I can. Hate to disappoint my readers, but I'm trying my best. Send me an ask if you need something.

08/18/17 - lol remember when I said I would update my page every month? me too. Anyway, PGT is done and the sequel is in the works. The first chapter will be out September sometime. PM me with questions, otherwise check my tumblr for updates. :)

Current Story Ideas:

Harry Potter:

Hermione's Gambit: a Chamber of Secrets AU exploring what would have happened if Harry had been the one to be petrified and Hermione and Ron were forced to save Ginny. Will have a heavy focus on tactics and politics. I intend for the story to end just before the beginning of Third Year. This might become an on-going series if I can keep the momentum going. [On hold; first chapter written]

The Sorceress and the Traveler: Harry Potter AU, after a disastrous final battle Hermione is thrust into a world where Harry died as a baby and Lily Potter is the Minister of Magic. Unknown to the rest of the world, Voldemort lies in shadows gaining influence. Hermione, trapped in her 11 year old body must navigate political intrigue, a murderous Dark Lord, and a suspicious Minister and destroy the horcruxes before its too late.

The Age of Technomancy: Harry Potter AU, did they really expect Hermione to give up on technology? Determined to drag the Wizarding World into the 21st century, Hermione bands together with her fellow muggleborns to revolutionize the world. Unfortunately for Hermione, this might just cause the Third Blood War.

Vance, Agent Vance: You don't remember Emmeline Vance? Good, that's just the way she likes it. Auror Emmeline Vance is assigned to protect Muggle Prime Minister, but runs into some trouble along the way in the form of one Dr. Jean Granger.

Naruto:

The Weapons You Have: Naruto AU from Academy onwards, Sakura Haruno doesn't have a fancy bloodline or a sealed demon to push her along. After a confrontation with Iruka in the Academy, Sakura opens her eyes to what it means to be a shinobi. Armed with the skills she has; Sakura will do whatever it takes to show the world that you don't need a shortcut to be great.

Splitting the Sword: after a friendship with Ino Yamanaka begins to flourish. Inoichi is awfully curious about the petal haired girl his daughter just won't shut up about. Facing some inner clan political pressure, Inoichi makes a snap decision that will change the course of Ino and Sakura's relationship. Focuses on Konoha Clan politics.

The Legacies We Leave Behind: The Fifth Hokage remains on her throne after the final battle with Madara. With Naruto and Sasuke nowhere to be seen a reluctant peace settles over the 5 Countries. Tsunade, well aware of her advancing age and the stirring power vacuum, declares Jonin Sakura Haruno Hokage-elect. Everything would have been fine, if the Fire Damiyo hadn't also declared Sakura his blood heir. Civilian and Shinobi politics just got interesting.

Glass Houses: The Lightning Countries kidnapping attempt ended with very different results. 10 years later, Hinata Hyuuga is the efficient and cruel heiress to the most powerful clan in Konoha. If only her Jonin Sensei would leave her alone and her teammates would mind their own business. (An Alternate Team 8)

Marvel:

Same Soul, Split in Two: Fitzsimmons enter the field a little earlier than canon. Agent Melinda May now has to deal with the fallout. Why Fury thought putting them undercover in Stark Industries to backup Natasha was a good idea, May will never know. Deals with Families of Choice, PTSD recovery, and gratuitous corporate espionage.

Hawkeye, Hawkeye, Hawkeye: When Kate breaks her arm and falls into a deep depression, Clint takes her to the only person he knows that could possibly help. The Original Hawkeye is less than impressed with her new babysitting duties. Stories is split between flashbacks and present day, focusing on the legacy of Hawkeye. (Yes this is a shameless Marvel/Chronicles of Narnia crossover)

The Infinity Complex: Director Peggy Carter was less than impressed when a young Dr. Jemma Simmons offers her a modified super soldier formula. With only other option to succumb to a disease that will slowly take her memories, Director Carter takes the experimental drug with fantastic if unanticipated results. Using her new found youth, Director Carter scents blood in the water and begins a mighty purge within SHIELD. (aka How HYDRA Underestimated Peggy Carter) Deals with the concept of Immortality and Scientific Ethics.

The Sleeper Awakens: Jemma was not happy. She was going to kill Tony and Fitz. If only she could get out of 1949 to kill them. (Shameless Time Travel Story)

DC:

All According to Plan: Kara Zor-El's pod hadn't been knocked off course and rendezvoused as intended with her cousins pod in Earth's orbit. Now 13 year old Kara has a toddler to take care of in a world she doesn't understand. Kara salvages what she can and makes a break for a desolate area to protect Kal. 10 years later, Kara Kent gets a job as Cat Grants assistant. Things get complicated when her best friend flight to Geneva goes down. 12 year old Kal Kent is less than impressed with his sister's superhero antics. (Sliding Timeline AU)

In Darkest Night: Alex Danvers was used to being her sisters mysterious protective shadow. While Kara is occupied on League business off-world, Alex finds herself stranded in hostile territory with a pack of predators stalking her every move. With no one to rely on but herself, Alex must complete the mission and get out alive. Good thing she woke up with a glowing ring on. (Female Green Lantern Origin Story) - Idea based on a tumblr drabble by Beaglesinbowties

In Brightest Day: Kara had an unusual childhood on Krypton. Like all first born daughters of the Noble House of Ze, Kara is dedicated into the Argos City Military Academy to be fast tracked into the Kryptonian military. Only things go awry when Krypton's Green Lantern is assassinated under mysterious circumstances and the power ring chooses ten year old Kara to be the next Lantern. Kara must deal with the fallout of the failure to save her planet with the destruction of Krypton. A very different Kara Zor-El is found by Superman on Earth. (Deals with themes of child soldiers and PTSD recovery)

The Strange People Kara Danvers Knows: a comprehensive list by Cat Grant. Including cameos from Bruce Wayne, Barbara Gordon, Wally West, Oliver Queen, Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Diana Prince, and more.

People Gonna Talk: One of National City's gossip mags gets a clear shot of Special Agent Alex Danvers evacuating Supergirl out of a Kryptonite irradiated area. A picture of the ensuing hug, then flight away, gets tongues wagging across the nation. Awkward about the tabloid discussion about the nature of their relationship, Kara and Alex must lay low and confront some long buried feelings. (TW: includes discussion of pseudo-incest and the difference between familial and romantic love) [COMPLETE] - Beta'd by Beaglesinbowties

A Mother's Love: Kara's pod crashes right next to Fort Rozz. The alien convicts capture her to bring her to their General. Astra is not pleased when some caped idiot wearing the House of El coat of arms appears claiming to be Kara's long lost cousin Kal-El. An Astra raises Kara on Earth AU.

One Act of Courage - sixteen year old Kara Danvers was having a pretty normal day until Earth is invaded by Darkseid. Superman battles Darkseid's forces alone and quickly finds himself overwhelmed and on the verge of death. Kara and Alex, watching the play-by-play reported on TV rush to Kal-El's aid. Supergirl's vicious methods of slaughtering Darkseid's forces puts her under intense media scrutiny and into the limelight. Elsewhere, Astra In-Ze watches the news on the attack and recognizes her niece immediately, resulting in a much earlier family reunion. [Up next, Two chapters written, release tbd].

Mass Effect:

Triumverate: Things get a little wonky when Ashley Williams survives a vicious attack on Elysium, Kadian Alenko finds himself the sole survivor of Akuze, and Jane Shepard butchers Torfan. Jane never considered herself to be particularly codependent, but a mission on Eden Prime changes everything.

Pureblood: Liara T'Soni was more than used to the jeers of her peers over her blood status. Her parents loved her to pieces and she wasn't ashamed of either her gruff spy father or her politician mother. Liara has always been more interested in digging on remote planets than Thessian politics, but when her mother goes missing Liara must try and track her down before it's too late.

Dragon Age:

Janus: the Right and Left Hand of the Divine get along a lot better than the Grand Clerics anticipated. Friendship forged by mutual respect, Leliana and Cassandra navigate through Chantry Politics to stop an attempt on Divine Justinia's life. (Pre-Inquistion/DAII)

A Matter of Blood: As a general rule, Cassandra didn't like to discuss her family. After a series of political assassinations occur in an attempt by Neverran separatists to extinguish the Pentaghast line, Cassandra unwittingly becomes heir apparent to the throne of Neverra. With the country in political upheveal and the Corypheus threat still looming Cassandra must walk the line of family, duty, and calling.

List of Works:

Temptations (SuperCatWeek - Day One) (complete) - My first foray into writing fanfiction. I wrote this on a whim while waiting for my bus to show up and it amused me enough to post it. Now I really enjoy writing fanfiction. Kara has like twenty different kinds of supervision but can't spot a paparazzi in the bushes?

The Five Times Kara Didn't Understand Mortality (complete) - My attempt at exploring the concept of Kryptonian immortality under Earth's yellow sun. Major Character Death. Super Angst, like I made myself tear up writing this thing.

Thor the Superdog (complete) - Supposed to counteract the mega angst of my 5 times fic. Kara helps Carter come out of his shell, and is completely incapable of saying no when Carter really wants something (like a puppy). Explores the themes of Families of Choice and Ableism

People Gonna Talk (complete) - I'm a shameless multishipper since the romantic pairing in Supergirl isn't my main area of interest. Stepping outside of the fandom favorite pairing SuperCat, to explore the Kalex relationship. Alex finds out that sometimes being a badass has it's consequences.