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gilli_ann

Saga - Chapter 2

Aug 23, 2009 02:33

Content - Brokeback AuAu fic taking place in the Viking era (Scandinavia, ca AD 850 and onwards).This chapter rated PG.

Disclaimer - The original Ennis and Jack who inspired this fic do not belong to me, but to Annie Proulx, Diana Ossana, Larry McMurtry and Focus Features. I intend no disrespect and make no profit.

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Comments 34

soulan August 23 2009, 11:48:10 UTC

I'm so excited that you're going to attempt this! Thanks for the warning that it might peter out but I'll enjoy the ride while it lasts.

Now I understand the origins of the expression "to be in thrall" to something or someone.

gilli_ann August 23 2009, 13:28:34 UTC

Thank you for the vote of confidence! :-) There are a million reasons why I shouldn't do this - for one thing, the saga writing style is a right straightjacket even after one decides not to follow it religiously, and for another, my knowledge of everyday life in this time and place is far too rudimentary. (I know well enough what the viking ships looked like, for instance, but can't quite imagine what it must have been like and what it took to cross oceans, all the way to Iceland, Greenland and Newfoundland in such open vessels. I'll set a new googling record, I'm afraid.) But new ideas just kept pushing themselves forward and kept clamouring for attention as regards the Norse storyline, so I gave in. We'll see what happens.

soulan August 23 2009, 13:53:54 UTC

Maybe you should just forget about trying to follow the saga format (unless you consider it a personal challenge) because you're probably the only person here who knows what it is. I have to confess that after the first paragraph I thought to myself, "well that just sounds like regular Gillian." :D

gilli_ann August 23 2009, 17:18:08 UTC

....well that just sounds like regular Gillian." :D

Oh shit. That's hard. Seeing that I really went through the thing and cut out various passages of what I myself considered "flowery" excessive descriptions, as well as passages with thoughts and reflections. Oh well, I'm not writing in order to obtain the Nobel Prize, so I guess I'll plod on.

apreg August 23 2009, 12:29:36 UTC

Yay! Im so exited reading a story from you, I love your writing it is always so beautiful, thanks so much for sharing.

I hope that you have a good weekend.

lots of hugs,

Ashley.

gilli_ann August 23 2009, 13:29:13 UTC

Thank you. As always you're very kind, Ashley. A fine weekend to you, too! :-)

Saga chapter 2 george66 August 23 2009, 18:25:43 UTC

I just discovered this story and I must tell you I'm totally fascinated. I enjoy reading stories about our boys in an historic setting. It's clear you have done your research and have done it well because the story is easy to read and flows beautifully. There seem to be a powerful punch in which this story will be developed and if so I'm eager to read it.

Casting Ennis as the Viking is perfect. Stern, stoic, a warrior who uses his muscles to fight without much words, overflowing with brute masculinity and yet seem to have an underlining of vulnerability...those are elements that are clearly Ennis. And I like that he seems aware of those secret feelings he shouldn't be feeling. It will no doubt be a struggle for him...but at least they're not coming out of left field.

I can't wait to see how his relationship with Eoin (Jack) will develop not to mention learning more about the monk himself.

george

Re: Saga chapter 2 gilli_ann August 23 2009, 22:48:51 UTC

Ennis does look - and to some extent behave - like a viking. It's easy to picture him in that setting. I've got a little more trouble with Jack, him being a monk here and all, but there were more than one reason for a man settling in a monastery back in the day, and I'm not necessarily imagining Eoin as the most devout and pious young monk around. We'll see. Thank you for being so positive about this story premise, George. It encourages me.

Re: Saga chapter 2 george66 August 23 2009, 23:27:12 UTC

"I've got a little more trouble with Jack, him being a monk here and all, but there were more than one reason for a man settling in a monastery back in the day, and I'm not necessarily imagining Eoin as the most devout and pious young monk around. We'll see."

Oh I'm sure Jack's reason for joining the monastery will probably be for the same reason many men join the monastery and priesthood today. (grinning - winking eye)

And I'm pretty sure just because Jack is a monk that doesn't automatically means he's a weakling. He maybe a man of God...but he doesn't have to be a wimp.

We could have a tug-of-war of wills on our hands. We'll see.

george

Re: Saga chapter 2 gilli_ann August 24 2009, 17:09:04 UTC

I tried to convey from the get-go that whatever he is, Jack is no weakling. Trying to fend off two warriors with swords takes great courage, and strength of mind and will. Maybe Jack/Eoin will remain a bit more of an enigma, I like the tug-of-war of wills idea very much. He has told me less about himself than Einnis so far. But I know he'll be more willing to think outside of their respective limiting cultural boxes than Einnis, and that takes courage too. Especially in such a violent culture.

The Pressure is . . ohiomyown August 23 2009, 18:41:13 UTC

Darlin' I'm afraid the pressure is all self imposed!

You came up with the premise that has us all "enthralled" but as to the close requirements . . as soulan said, You are the only one who knows what they are.

This premise is happily lending itself to a fantastic au/au!

Thank you for continuing.
Judy

Re: The Pressure is . . gilli_ann August 23 2009, 22:50:33 UTC

So glad you think it's promising, Judy. Thank you! I'll try to not impose too much pressure on myself and rather put gentle pressure on the guys so that they let their story keep flowing in my mind! :-)

ramona4jake August 23 2009, 20:32:14 UTC

This will be a very interesting journey, cannot wait to read more ! You set some very difficult premises for them, I wonder what will Einnis do with his thrall, will he keep it ?
Thank you for sharing, hope you will find time to write more, I really like your story !

gilli_ann August 23 2009, 22:55:11 UTC

Maybe Einnis has a hard time deciding about the thrall situation, we'll see! :-D
True, the premise here is about as bad for them as can be. They're facing different cultures, religions, social class, and languages - and live in a time where the sword spoke and quickly, and where one of the few things their religions and cultures agreed on was the condemning view on homosexuality....
Thank you for reading and for the positive comment!