"Murphy's Law of Snap Decisions" by lone-ranger1 (T)
Show: SGA
Rec Category: Sam/John
Characters: John Sheppard, Samantha Carter, Rodney McKay, Teyla Emmagen, Ronon Dex, Original characters
Pairings: Sam/John
Categories: Het; humour; friendship; comedy
Warnings: None
Author on LJ: none
Author's Website: lone-ranger1 on FF.net
Link: Murphy's Law of Snap Decisions on FF.net
Why This Must Be Read: In most of lone-ranger1's writing, what pops out at the reader is his ability to joke around with the characters and highlight the funnier aspects of the Stargate franchise. And "Murphy's Law of Snap Decision" isn't a story that takes itself too seriously - not at first. There are cliches and a variant of "Aliens Made Them Do It", as well as some veiled jabs on some other sci-fi tropes, but without it becoming laborious or boring. At the same time, the story brings forth the characters of Sam and John in an excellent way - and completely canon-compliant if you only count the TV series. They are shown as complex characters who have become friends during the time Sam is on Atlantis, and it is this friendship that fuels any further development of their relationship, which in turn makes it believable.
Snippet:
Sam was in deep trouble, she'd had her share of strange village traditions while a part of SG-1, but this clearly and completely took the cake and ate it too. She'd only agreed to come to this meeting because the potential of finding unmined and easily obtainable Naquadah and Trinium as well as potential Ancient technology meant that it deserved a visit from Atlantis's Commanding Officer. AR-2 had done a great job prepping the natives for their arrival.
Now though, sitting inside the tent of Phreyas of the Binthu tribe, Sam fought her grimace upon seeing the woman who came out from underneath the table wiping her mouth. The fifty-something year old Chief named Phreyas motioned to Sam. "My apologies. I've been a terrible host, would you like someone to release your stress?"
Sam fought, and she fought hard not to burst out laughing or screaming, she didn't know which. She'd learned to try and keep her own culture to herself in situations like this, and despite being disgusted, kept silent about it. Her flushed and hot cheeks told her that it wasn't an easy battle though. "Umm, no that's okay." She hadn't even realized what was happening until a moment ago when Phreyas moaned suddenly and seemed incredibly relaxed. The knowledge of what transpired not five feet away from her was more than a little… sickening.
Phreyas gave her a look that told to his confusion. "Do you not enjoy sexual release?"
Sam felt the laughs building up inside her, but she knew if she cracked, they'd most likely chase her out of the village with spears and arrows. Despite Sheppard's team being right outside, it wasn't something she was willing to risk. "It's not that Phreyas… it's just that… to our people… Sexual relationships are something that are kept private and personal."
Rec Category: Sam/John
Characters: John Sheppard, Samantha Carter, Rodney McKay, Teyla Emmagen, Ronon Dex, Original characters
Pairings: Sam/John
Categories: Het; humour; friendship; comedy
Warnings: None
Author on LJ: none
Author's Website: lone-ranger1 on FF.net
Link: Murphy's Law of Snap Decisions on FF.net
Why This Must Be Read: In most of lone-ranger1's writing, what pops out at the reader is his ability to joke around with the characters and highlight the funnier aspects of the Stargate franchise. And "Murphy's Law of Snap Decision" isn't a story that takes itself too seriously - not at first. There are cliches and a variant of "Aliens Made Them Do It", as well as some veiled jabs on some other sci-fi tropes, but without it becoming laborious or boring. At the same time, the story brings forth the characters of Sam and John in an excellent way - and completely canon-compliant if you only count the TV series. They are shown as complex characters who have become friends during the time Sam is on Atlantis, and it is this friendship that fuels any further development of their relationship, which in turn makes it believable.
Snippet:
Sam was in deep trouble, she'd had her share of strange village traditions while a part of SG-1, but this clearly and completely took the cake and ate it too. She'd only agreed to come to this meeting because the potential of finding unmined and easily obtainable Naquadah and Trinium as well as potential Ancient technology meant that it deserved a visit from Atlantis's Commanding Officer. AR-2 had done a great job prepping the natives for their arrival.
Now though, sitting inside the tent of Phreyas of the Binthu tribe, Sam fought her grimace upon seeing the woman who came out from underneath the table wiping her mouth. The fifty-something year old Chief named Phreyas motioned to Sam. "My apologies. I've been a terrible host, would you like someone to release your stress?"
Sam fought, and she fought hard not to burst out laughing or screaming, she didn't know which. She'd learned to try and keep her own culture to herself in situations like this, and despite being disgusted, kept silent about it. Her flushed and hot cheeks told her that it wasn't an easy battle though. "Umm, no that's okay." She hadn't even realized what was happening until a moment ago when Phreyas moaned suddenly and seemed incredibly relaxed. The knowledge of what transpired not five feet away from her was more than a little… sickening.
Phreyas gave her a look that told to his confusion. "Do you not enjoy sexual release?"
Sam felt the laughs building up inside her, but she knew if she cracked, they'd most likely chase her out of the village with spears and arrows. Despite Sheppard's team being right outside, it wasn't something she was willing to risk. "It's not that Phreyas… it's just that… to our people… Sexual relationships are something that are kept private and personal."