Undergoing an edit and slight rewrite in earlier chapters (no plot change)- Lady Riza Hawkeye despises her existence. When the twists of life tie her to Roy Mustang, a vampire, she's thrown into a new society, and has to answer questions she's never faced. What is her purpose and what is it she truly desires? ROYAI

If Light had never touched the Death Note, would he ever have found an escape from the depression and boredom that plagued him? Would he have had a future at all? M for dark themes.

Lelouch Lamperouge; lady-killer, lover, and liar. Conning single, rich women out of every penny they have is his pastime. Pretending to be gay to woo the world's wealthiest man and swindle him out of every cent he has is his mission.

College AU, Romerica. Alfred hides in the library after a fight with his arch-nemesis. Lovino the Library Aide is not amused. Rated for language. COMPLETE.

"Sometimes the only way to win is to flip over the board." "Lelouch, chess does not work that way." "It does the way I play it."

[SxS] Sakura is a famous fanfiction author. Syaoran is the best beta she's ever had. They share a world made of the words and tales they weave and write. Too bad they hate each other in real life... Full summary inside. Rated for language. AUish.

Antonio didn't know what to think of the man who randomly showed up in his home... completely naked. Yet, he still found himself drawn to this "Lovino", only to be thrown into his worst nightmare. AU, Human names used. DISCONTINUED-remaining plot on last chapter.

Lovino is trapped by the pirate monster "Carriedo el Diablo" who's smile is just as dangerous as his anger. Despite the horrors that he experiences, Lovino has his own reason to survive, and he will not give up until he finds what he is looking for.

Philosophy major Matthew Williams is trying to understand the concept of personal identity. Repressed business major Alfred Jones is determined not to think about his own. This is the story of their journey to self-awareness, acceptance, and love. USCAN

Alfred goes to live with a bear on the offchance it helps his ailing family. By night the polar bear is a man named Matthew who shares his bed. When the Troll King kidnaps him, Alfred must journey to a land east of the sun & west of the moon to save him.

Syaoran gazes at me with shame and struggle. I close my eyes and pull him towards me, whispering, "It's alright…" Nothing more is said as his sharp teeth plunge into my throat, filling the air with the scent of blood… Set in 3000 A.D. RATING CHANGED TO M.

A cgkinkmeme prompt gone wild. Starts with a pushy Suzaku at 10 through 16, and a reluctant Lelouch at 17 through 22, exploring their relationship through dream-linked universes and politics, as child and teens and adult. AU, one-shots/mini-arcs, M/M, explicit

AU / When the Britannian Crown Prince is murdered in his own home, everyone in the Royal Family becomes a suspect. As the primary detective assigned to the case, Suzaku thinks this might finally be the death of him; that is, if a certain raven-haired pianist at the bar he calls his second home doesn't kill him first. / slash, SuzaLulu

AU. Canada has literally disappeared off the face of the planet as a nation and as a landmass. You can't miss what you 'never had', right? Apparently that's not the case with America... [Indefinite Hiatus]

In which Romano jumps to conclusions, and America goes along for the ride. They'll get it sorted out eventually, right? M for language, sexual situations. Romano/America. Amateur M writer, be warned!

AU Spain x Romano. When Lovino starts attending art school with his brother he finds his most important lesson doesn't come from his professors, but from a culinary student at a sister school: sometimes the flaws hold the beauty.

Human AU. Their first connection was when they were switched at birth, the second was the internet, the third was love. Eventual AlxMatt.

Trapped at the front of the room in his least favourite class, Lovino is forced to face his greatest fear. Crossover AU

Alfred F. Jones is suave, confident, brash, and one of the best agents the CIA has to offer. Matthew Williams is none of these things, too bad after a case of mistaken identity he's the one with the briefcase everyone is after. Secret Agent, AU.

How team Mustang came together. They weren't always a team, but they were always team players. Jean Havoc, Kain Fuery, Vato Falman, Heymans Breda, Riza Hawkeye. Usual Disclaimer. Rating for language and reference to violence.

Spain hasn't failed to notice Romano is growing into a handsome, young nation. Unluckily for Romano, nor has he failed to notice all of those suspicious midnight outings. What kind of trouble is he getting himself into? Spamano. SpaRoma. RomaSpa.

Five lifetimes. Two lovers. Only one happy ending. When two souls are destined to be, the universe will try and try again to get their love right. Jalex.

Alfred F. Jones, a cancer-diagnosed congressman needs a cure, and he needs it fast. Matthew Williams is a man with a mysterious ability that could help Alfred in more ways than one. This could be the start of a beautifully terrifying friendship.

It's 1963 at the height of the Cold War. Matthew and Alfred have been in a secret relationship for a few decades. When Ivan kidnaps his lover it falls to Matthew to infiltrate enemy territory and rescue Alfred. Full summary inside.

Lelouch promises to no longer be stingy with C.C.'s pizza expenses when he meets the local pizza boy. Suzaku/Lelouch, pizza boy!AU. WIP.

When Alfred F. Jones's ridiculous attempts to seduce his northern brother finally succeed. He expected a Superman/Lois Lane kind of situation. Boy was he surprised. Can/Us.

For those who know Roy and Riza belong together! 30 Variation on how Roy might propose Ch 6: Trust Me: Sometimes, she made things a bit difficult. Set post-manga, end of series spoilers.

Shinra was sure he had seen everything. Seen everything from his underground office, everything that could possibly happen to anyone.Hell, he lived with a Dullahan. Nothing should surprise him anymore. But this had struck him. Shizaya.

The Bro Code says nothing about what to do when a Bro falls in love with another Bro. But, its not like Alfred hasn't broken the Bro Code before. Alfred/Matthew, AU

Matthew's father stumbles across a mirror one day. Deciding that Matthew needs something stylish in his room, Francis buys it. But little does Matthew know, this gift from his father is going to drag him through heaven and hell. A/C high school AU.

In this final installment of the Elemental Chess Trilogy, Fuhrer Grumman and the loyal allies of Team Mustang must stop the villainous Acheron...but can they figure out his plans before someone dies? Full ensemble, pairings as in two prior parts.

AU. SuzaLulu. Lelouch had an odd habit of taking strays… especially unwanted ones. Suzaku, the Japanese biker who waltzes into his home without permission, comes with more baggage than he can handle... like the Black Knights, like Zero.

Hawkeye finds herself enmeshed in an unfolding drama between the homunculi during the darkest chapter of her life. Undergoing beta review- story will be updated all at once, including the newest chapter.

Reaching his breaking point with annoyance toward America, Canada decides to do the unthinkable and go all rapey on him. But Canada is just too polite and too French to really make it unpleasant. America enjoys it. Kink meme de-anon

Although Izaya and Shizuo are known to hate each other, what will happen to their feelings after meeting their counter parts Psyche and Tsugaru? Just what exactly will awaken within two of Tokyo's most dangerous? Longer sum. inside!

AU // In 1977 L.L. traded his Geass for immortality at the age of 18. Forty years later he would meet a young Japanese soldier whose lofty dream was to change an Empire from within. "Together, you and I can accomplish *anything*." // slash, LuluSuzu

Amestris's chessmaster will need the support of all his closest pieces when he's challenged by an unseen opponent. But even if he wins, he still might lose... Post manga/Brotherhood, spoilers. RoyAi. Volume 2 of the "Elemental Chess" trilogy.

When Alfred Jones flees to Canada after receiving his draft notice, he meets fellow peace advocate Matthew Williams. But political unrest has a tendency to warp even the best of intentions into something dark and violent. USCAN

Two months after Kida's departure Ikebukuro has grown quiet. The gangs have all but vanished, and humans don't thrill the great Orihara Izaya like they used to. In his loneliness, Izaya is surprised by the most interesting human he knows: himself. Shizaya

"Fullmetal, you're the only guy I know who can turn getting married into an international incident." Ed's wedding plans get disrupted when unknown forces attack Central City. Post-Brotherhood, spoilers; ensemble. Volume 1 of the "Elemental Chess" trilogy.

There are only two stories in the world: man goes on journey and a stranger comes to town. This is a case of the second.

Roy and Riza have moved in together in a new house and of course nothing goes right on their first day there. Royai comedy. T for slight cursing.

One-shot. "Like you said, Alfred," his breath tickling his sweat-damp neck, "it's just a game." Shenanigans at the laser dome. USCan.

Izaya is too much of a work-a-holic. Shizuo wants his time, and he wants it now. Established relationship, one-shot, smut.

AU - A prostitute is the last thing Heiwajima Shizuo expected to encounter that night. But Orihara Izaya may be able to teach the business tycoon a thing or two about living life. And look damn sexy while doing it. Based off Pretty Woman.

A series of one-shots about the evolving relationship between a boss and his lackey.

Stitch! stitch! stitch! is the cry. Alfred cannot help but hope that Matthew approves.

Alfred goes to war and comes back. The hard part isn't the war. It's coming home.

It starts out about as innocently as anything starts between he and Alfred. Alfred wants Matthew in a dress and it ends badly. And Arthur proves that he knows more than Matthew thinks. USCan with a much cross-dressing and England on the side.

Canada experiments with his brother's little fetish. Kinkmeme Deanon. Incestyness ahead.

One-shot. AU. Holidays are times for cheer and joy; it definitely shouldn't be spent frowning. AlxMatt.

Make Romano laugh. It's as hard as it seems. As Spain chases victory, he unearths much more about himself and his relationships than he bargained for. Spamano, hinted USUK.

Alfred F. Jones was Matthew's babysitter when he was younger. And now, thanks to Gilbert, he's back to watch Matthew when his parents are away. Oh, and Matthew has the hots for him. AU, Alfred/Matthew

Through his insomnia and Opium binges at 3am, he managed to meet Alfred - a man four years younger than he and recovering from Tuberculosis. But doctors were not always immune, either. CanAme AU. Oneshot.

AU. How a simple origami paper crane contains so much unforgettable memories. Hints of Shizaya.

Twenty-five secrets that they kept from Canada. Always had and always will.

It took being boxed on the ear and getting his hand sliced open by a teacup for Francis Bonnefoy to realize he was in love. AU; FrUK oneshot.

One-shot. GakuHeta. Musings in the classroom. USCan.

Drowning properly was an art, one that Light had long perfected after the murder of his friend and finding the Death Note, but a chance moment leaves Light struggling to breath as he stumbles his way through a decade long conspiracy. And then there's L.

Riza takes Roy's place in the war without letting him know. He believes she's out visiting her new found family. What happens when Roy find outs the truth? Will he be too late to save her? ROYAI! COMPLETE

When a series of vivid nightmares and reality begin to collide for America, the nation is forced to question his own sanity. Especially when he realizes just who the dreams involve...

You and me could write a bad bromance. Maybe something in between. And you should really stop showing up at my door completely smashed.

Semi-steampunk AU. After his father was lost at sea and proven deceased, Alfred Jones comes into full inheritance of his family fortune, debts, overseas business, and a twin brother.

Izaya's finally landed himself in jail - albeit, only on minor charges - until Namie can come to bail him out. What happens, though, when Shizuo's thrown into the same cell as everyone's favorite information broker? God only knows... Shizaya oneshot

SEQUEL TO LINGER. Just when Shizuo thought things would settle down, they get worse. Now he finds himself on the path of discovering who Izaya Orihara really is. DISCONTINUED

Shizuo goes to convey his thanks... and ends up getting a lot more than he expected in return. EXTREME CRACK. Lemon.

When Arthur's magic goes awry and Matthew is turned into a girl temporarily, things don't quite go as well as they could, thanks to Alfred, and certain issues are confronted. Alfred/Matthew

One-shot. AU. "It's always this ruining friendship thing that stops them. They'd be better off if they made a deal that if one falls in love with the other, they'd confess right away so all this other drama doesn't have to take place." One-sided ? AlxMatt

L was a genius murderer, and Light really wasn’t supposed to live past their first encounter. Unfortunately, L fell in love, and L's love hurt. LxLight AU

AU - Shizuo is more than happy with a job as a bartender and Mairu Orihara as his girlfriend. Learning she has a brother, meeting that brother, and becoming incredibly attracted to that brother was not something he had thought possible OOC/1st DRRR fic

I didn't ask for this. You aren't... right. But, don't worry. I'll fix it. I'll make things better than they were before. Won't that be great, Shizzy? Shizuo/Izaya, Shizaya

Someone has taken an uncanny interest in the history of Colonel Roy Mustang. Arrogant, vain and often times unbearable as he is - his loyal crew struggle to protect him from an unknown threat. *Royai

The city of Ikebukuro is a crazy, noisy place, but for a certain couple of otaku, it's the only place to call home. Minor fluff :3 Enjoy!

Kid has a plan, a very symmetrical plan. Kid x Female-Chrona

"Do you remember when Nunally would tell us to 'kiss and make up', even as old as we were? Of course, though, I shy away instead of complying to her request. But you...you didn't let humility stop you." One-shot. R&R

Oh yeah, Canada will make sure that no one will ever forget him again... America is not amused. America x Canada, Canada x World ... Chapters shall be edited/cleaned-up and then I'll finally finish this!

AU: The shadows could watch. The shadows could squirm and follow and feel. He knew it. They could possess a heart and turn it black. And he was their master, their lord, their savior. Too bad he was in love with the enemy. SuzaLulu

Do not open the door. It could be a zombie, an unwanted boyfriend of your brother's, or a persistant salesman by the name Antonio Carriedo. Spain/Romano, implied Germany/Italy, AU.

Due to a dead rat in his shower, Light is forced to use a new type of shampoo. Unfortunately, it has pheromones added to it. How will L react? Implications of L/Light at the end.

"He had to be teasing him, because no human being was allowed to take pleasure in a pomegranate flavored lollipop to the extent the brunette was. It was just…criminal." Lelouch & Suzaku. Rated M to be safe.

Izaya learns how to lie so well that it's almost the truth, how to pretend to be a girl online, and how to deal with Shizuo. A story about Izaya's misspent youth, and how he became what he is.

Problem 1: It was in Togusa's van. Problem 2: Dotachin would murder them if he woke up. But that just made things more interesting, right? One-shot, orignally in response to the DRRR! Kink Meme.

Riza Hawkeye has some rare free time in the office and starts to ponder on unnecessary things. They know each other for so long ... When did she fall for him anyway? 2nd Chapter in Roy's POV up - Royai; possible spoilers; mangaverse; complete

Roy and Riza try to enjoy some romance only to have the mood obliterated by the pitter-patter of tiny feet. Who says the apple doesn't fall far from the tree?

2010 Winter Olympics, Whistler, British Columbia. The nations gather in a dim bar to watch and gossip as Canada faces down some of the most powerful countries in the world for his Hockey Gold. Slight America/Canada, France/Canada, and German/Italy.

Matthew is captain of the hockey team. The entire hockey team is a little in love with him. Enter Alfred F. Jones, Goalie Extraordinaire. Matthew kinda hates him. Alfred kinda loves him. Its going to be an interesting season. Alfred/Matthew

Dizem que viver é uma aventura, sempre achei isso pura baboseira. Aventura era o que eu sempre quis viver, mas nunca fui capaz de viver. Claro que eu não era capaz, não era nenhuma Lara Croft, era apenas Sakura Kinomoto. CAPÍTULO 6 ON LINE!

1936-1975: Amidst alliances, tourists, and dictators, Spain is still haunted by the war that tore him apart.

Some believe that to tell your fortune, all you have to do is count the crows on a fence.

Kids were the cruelest and the kindest. -colony!America and colony!Canada, fluff.-

One-shot. AU. Matthew Williams had a decent if not average life: university education, friendly neighbours, and a loving pet. Well, two out of three isn't bad. AlxMatt waff.

Hinted Shizaya. Birthday fic for Grace-chan. Shizuo came home tired from work, only to be chased out by his own house.

Random Oneshot: Shizaya plus Mairu and Kururi. Shizuo finds out after a fight with Izaya that his rival has younger siblings too. Older brothers must do what older brothers are meant to do...right?

America's OTP is UsCa... How does Canada react when he finds out?

More-than-one-shot. They used to be one; just North America. Now they were two, and two they will stay. No matter how much they wanted it all back.

“Why didn't you join?” he asked Lovino afterward. “I didn't want to.” Something inside him felt like it deflated, but he was not certain whether it was because of Lovino's answer or because he was no longer dancing. In his mind, he still was. Oneshot

Prussia/Canada. A century ago, if someone had told Gilbert that he would one day be playing domestic with a peaceful nation, he would have laughed in their face—and then invaded their vital regions for good measure. For qualapec.

Ficlet. It’s all a matter of syllogism. The people ‘want’ America. He represents the nation and its people. Logically speaking, it follows that Canada ‘wants’ America as well. Implied pairings. Sort of.

A first person POV for Romano during and after WW2. His thoughts as he fights and survives. Beware of angst. Spain/Romano

L is surprised to find the son of his trusted colleage Soichiro Yagami in a psychiatric hospital, but Raito seems perfectly normal. However, there is more to him than meets the eye, and some experiences run more than skin deep...LxLight in later chapters.

AU.Victim to boredom, a strange creature decides to make a bet with a human for entertainment. Unfortunately, that human is one Yagami Light. Light can only watch as his life falls to pieces, his only hope - win the bet. LxLight.

InuYasha tenta recuperar sua memória depois de três anos do fato que mudou sua vida. A morte de sua noiva e aparições da mesma em sua vida. reescrita, espero que melhorada também

This will be a series of holiday drabbles in 24 parts! Harry and Draco, of course, wherein Harry becomes obsessed with Draco's voice. Among other things... HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!

Let it never be said that Lelouch Lamperouge was afraid of ghosts, vampires, and things that go bump in the night. That was why he was here, in this dark cave, proving just—Holy Heaven, what was that?

Despite knowing that he doesn't belong in this strange world, he has no idea where he's from. But he's determined to remember...with the added benefit of learning some things on the way. AUish. LuluSuza/SuzaLulu. Rated T just to be safe.

SuzakuxLelouch. It's a strange old house, but stranger still are the things which happen within its walls. Not that Suzaku Kururugi would ever allow himself to become obsessed with anything. Poe-inspired Victorian AU for Halloween.

In the military academies of Amestris, Cadets Mustang and Hawkeye are trained to command. They are groomed and prepared for firefights, hand-to-hand combat and even torture. But there's one thing their schools cannot prepare them for: the reality of war.

Arthur wants to please Suzaku, but doing so is proving difficult. Lulu/Suzu. Please read and review!

It's a normal day at headquarters, and L is bored. However, when the task force learns that Michael Jackson has been killed by Kira, L has an interesting opinion on the matter and discovers a new reason to hate the supernatural serial killer.

Soichiro Yagami has a Very Important Conversation with his son. Crackfic.

Yagami Raito's sheltered life gets torn away from him at the age of thirteen. He'll do anything to achieve his revenge, but will he become the equal partner or the enemy of the man he vouched to take revenge on? Light/L. Near,Mello,Matt,BB.

“Zero-sama, sorry to bother you, but I’ve taken the liberty of spreading the news, and we’ve even begun making plans for the baby shower.” Lelouch, C.C., and the reason why you should do as the title of this story says.

Roy/Riza oneshot. A conversation with Winry makes Riza decide she's going to confront Roy about their...well, whatever it is they've got going on. Tossed in a couple jokes so it's not angsty. Rated T for sexual references. Read and Review!

The coarse and vulgar language is both quite apt and yet alien to the bizarre compulsion that has suddenly stricken Light. He is filled with self-loathing, driven mad by an intense yet not really sexual impulse that no one could understand. Least of all L

AU. LxLightxL. A matagot is a shapeshifting creature that often takes the form of a cat, usually one wearing boots and is said to bring good fortune to its master, if it is not feeling particularly malicious. Rated for safety.

She with held secrets of her past, he loved her with a passion. But they're are always ripped apart. The man that Kinomoto Sakura once thought she loathed, was the one person she couldn't live without. And this time she had to get him back. Please Review!

Ele... O maior capitao da marinha real chinesa, ela a capitã pirata de um navio pertencente a frota mais temida pelos 7 mares. Será que amor entre esses dois seres pode existir? Será que tudo sao jogos onde dois seres extremamentes diferentes viram amante

What’s more," L continued, wholly unfazed, "after deep consideration of all factors, I’ve concluded that there is a sixty eight percent chance that you would not only enjoy engaging in sexual intercourse with me, but that you would prefer me to Misa."

AU ONESHOT. The fangirls were driving Raito insane, and his only salvation was to pretend to go out with his sort-of-friend, Ryuuzaki Hideki. Unfortunately, Raito discovered that he was just trading one Hell for another. LxRaito.

Written as a prize for possumfox on DA. AU Canon Oneshot. With a wall of lies between them, could their love pull them through? LxRaitoxL.

AU-The story takes a drastic turn when Light is murdered. Even so his presence is not truly gone from the world and his hand can be seen in the events unfolding. Something is off with this whole situation and L finds himself with a new mystery. Yaoi

As Japan teeters on the edge of civil war, two young samurai struggle to make sense of family ties, friendship, and love. When choosing between loyalty and happiness, there is no right answer.

Kinomoto Sakura é uma iniciante jornalista. O seu primeiro, grandioso, trabalho será entrevistar um jovem jogador de futebol que desistiu da profissão.Ele não deve saber./PESSOAL, NÃO ADD CAPÍTULO NOVO, APENAS CAPITULOS REEDITADOS!DESCULPA!FELIZ NATAL!\

A somewhat-SuzaLulu-fic. As Lelouch Lamperouge watched The Knight of Three, Gino Weinberg, browsing through the school's old photographs, he began to think that brain was surely not an important factor for someone to be accepted into The Knights of Round.

It's a well-known fact that innocents make poor soldiers. Fortunately, Riza Hawkeye's childhood was not entirely innocent. She had to grow up fast... though she wasn't the only one. The early years of the Colonel and his First Lieutenant.

Raito always had a plan, an equation to explain everything. Yet that one variable, that one elusive word, hadn't been factored in. Will he change the equation, or stand by and watch? Full Sum Inside. LxRaito Slash, Yaoi, etc

Romance, in general, could be considered the anti-thesis of anything having to do with common sense. Romance, however, must never be mistaken for love. YAOI ONE-SHOT L x Raito

One day, sitting at his desk and holding a staring competition with the mound of paperwork sitting in front of him, he happened to glance up at her and idly wonder whether anyone had ever told her that she was beautiful. A series of Royai oneshots. Complete.

Um sentimento que começou por ser apenas profissional rapidamente se tornou incrivelmente mais forte. Vidas que pareciam nao ter futuro podem ter agora encontrado um novo rumo.. S&S CAPITULO 9 CONTAGEM DECRESCENTE PARA O FINAL! Nao perca!

Syaoran, a cold hearted writer. Nothing could corrupt his walls except a certain café with a certain emeraldeyed waitress. SxS. References of ExT. Rated T plus. Some scenes may not be suitable for the lower scale of teenagers. Reviews Appreciated.

Kchan é amiga de infância de Inuyasha,tudo está bem, eles crescem juntos e estudam juntos....mas........Kchan se apaixona por Inu.....só que........

After three years, Danny has met Phantom up at NASA and things will ensue between the both of them! Summary is horrible but story is better! SLASH DPxDF Contains Fluff and all that good stuff. DISCONTINUED

Phantom has invaded the human world and intends to take over it with his crew. What happens when they come across Danny and his friends who intend to stop them? R&R SLASH DPxDF Pitch Pearl Fluff DISCONTINUED

AU, AxI. Strange things happen in Integra's last year of college, including the appearance of a mysterious new teacher, a series of murders, and surprising secrets about the Hellsing Organization's past.

Integra e Alucard envolvidos num mistério sobrenatural deixado por Celas, onde cada pista mostra cada vez mais a forte ligação entre eles

A chess game flashes back to med school, confessions, and brings to light decisions that have to be made. HW. Please read and review! FINISHED with chpt 22 up!

Ela não era normal,nunca fora...ela era uma bruxa e aquilo significava ser diferente,incrivelmente diferente.Kagome se muda para Tóquio e lá encontra uma prima distante,um tarado e o cara mais lindo que já conhecera...a fic está melhor que o resumo¬¬

Sakura independente ao extremo. Syaoran romântico. Touya super protetor, para variar, e Katrine Kérria, uma nova agente. Tudo isso regado a desaparecimentos, torturas e vinganças. Terceira e última parte da trilogia Sem Barreiras. COMPLETA!

A vida de casais e como determinaram seus caminhos em flashes do passado e presente.não leva em conta o resumo

Tudo poderia fazer parte de um sonho... Despertar para a vida pode ser mais difícil do que aparenta ser... Oneshot, dedicado á M.Sheldon! Sak e Syao

Na quietude da noite os desejos mais secretos despertam com o calor de um beijo..." Fic c Alucar e Integra. Lemon.

AU Sakura is a single mother who never wants to be in a relationship. Her daughter, Kristen, has other plans and involves her best friend's amber-eyed cousin. SS & tad of ET NEW CHAPTER Picking Up the Pieces