That unpopular opinions thing...

[mrv3000]

Well, this is supposed to be one of those "unpopular opinions" in fandom thing, although some of these probably aren't all that unpopular. I just needed to get up to ten things. *g*

1. I just can't get excited about AUs. *So* not interested the characters' "other" selves. What if this woman was a man? What if so and so had gotten married way back when? No interest. Now this is a hard thing to pinpoint because *all* fanfic is AU in that it's not canon. It's a bit easier to define in the Stargate fandom because AU characters are canon. Confused yet? Yeah. Well, I guess what I'm trying to say is that I just don't care about Dr. Carter or General O'Neill.
   
   
2. Can't stand one show being compared to another. Occasionally it's applicable, but it's ever so irking to me when it's said that Show X should/shouldn't do this or that just because Show Y did/didn't do this or that and it sucked/rocked.
   
   
3. Daniel Jackson of Stargate SG-1 is an actual man. 'nough said.
   
   
4. Futurama is better than the Simpsons. I've finally come to this realization. More insane, silly and clever. And it has a huge heart - something that the Simpsons hasn't had since the earlier seasons. Futurama's even prettier. Of course, I continue to love the Simpsons and still think that even in its 15th year it's one of the funniest things on TV.
   
   
5. Seen it on other people's lists, but it really can't be said enough. Using feedback as a threat is BAD. "If you don't send me feedback, I won't write more!" or "Feedback makes me write this WIP faster!" I just get twitchy. Feedback isn't a right - it's a privilege.
   
   
6. Fandom "meow-booms" are hysterical. They really, really are. It's get out the popcorn time and you'll never convince me otherwise. (Probably because I could give a rat's ass about the "health" of any fandom.) Two or more sides butting heads for whatever reason - everyone spinning their wheels, panties bunching up and *no one* listening to the other side because their side is RIGHT, DAMMIT! Why should they listen to or even tolerate anyone else if they're on the side of right?! It's never a discussion - it's always about proving a point. And whoever's the loudest wins that day. It's a geek-style cage match! Of course, I'm not talking about the hard-core stuff, which isn't funny but sick and sad. That some people would actually think of attacking a person (whether in real life or even flaming) is frickin' insane. Seriously. If someone's doing that, it's time to get a new hobby. And probably a padded cell.
   
   
7. You don't have to be a fanfic reader to be a writer. I refuse to believe I'm the only one in the world like this. ;)
   
   
8. Music vids are HARD. They take hours, days...sometimes even weeks to do. Demands or even begging that a "perfect" song be made into a vid makes me want to never ever listen to the song. Recommending a song is groovy, but don't have any expectations.
   
   
9. If fandom isn't fun, why be in it? If a show isn't entertaining, why watch it? A show owes nothing to me and I owe nothing to it. There really are better things to do with my time than to watch a show I don't like, even if I at one time loved it. I have no desire to "stick it out" when it comes to television. If I don't like it, I'm gone. I've done it many times before and I'll do it again.
   
   
10. Always feedback feedback. Someone took the time to send feedback. Doesn't matter if the entire message is "Cool fic!" or if it's a twenty-page essay on your story - at the very least say "thanks." Like I said above, feedback isn't a right, but a privilege.

Crap. Was catching up with emails and forgot to eat dinner. :( Wonder what's in the house...

ETA - Apparently some S7 spoilers for Space Race are being discussed in the comments. Granted, they're *twisted* spoilers for Space Race, but there you have it.

Holy crap! It's midnight? How'd that happen? Need sleep.

Comments

[tv-elf.livejournal.com]

Amen sistah friend! Uhh, could you pass over some pop corn?

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

Butter? Salt? Carmel?

*passes popcorn*

[splash-the-cat.livejournal.com]

Fandom "meow-booms" are hysterical.

But MV! They're about Very Serious Issues that require Very Serious Consideration! And people Just Don't Listen! And my panties are not in a bunch!

*salts popcorn*

:)

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

They're about Very Serious Issues that require Very Serious Consideration! And people Just Don't Listen!

Oh yes. VSIs do require VSC constantly. Unfortunately, you do get those JDL people (damn them) who just want to enjoy/discuss the show and could care less about the Cause. A plague on their houses!

And my panties are not in a bunch!

Going commando? ;)

[yamadara.livejournal.com]

Futurama is better than the Simpsons.

Dude, I'm not totally sure about this one but I adore Bender more then any character they've ever had on the Simpsons.

I am Bender. Bender is I. *g*

I think I need a Bender icon...

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

Dude, I'm not totally sure about this one

You know, I *just* came to this realization after all this time of watching. It probably was The Sting episode that did it.

but I adore Bender more then any character they've ever had on the Simpsons.

Love Bender!

I am Bender. Bender is I. *g*

*snicker*

Fun on a bun, baby!

I think I need a Bender icon...

You do! Want me to make one for you?

[yamadara.livejournal.com]

You know, I *just* came to this realization after all this time of watching. It probably was The Sting episode that did it.

Oh no. Everytime I see that title I start hearing that song.

Want me to make one for you?

Yes please!

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

Okay, I got a couple for you - if you want them.

[samkicksass.livejournal.com]

It's a tough call, isn't it?

The more I watch Futurama, the more difficult it is to decide.

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

I know. That show grows on you. They've been showing S5 eps on the Cartoon Network recently and I think those have been the best. Too bad they were shut down just as they were hitting their stride.

[samkicksass.livejournal.com]

I heard a rumor that Futurama was cancelled by Fox as retribution to Matt Grownig for not selling them the characters.

[jemster.livejournal.com]

1) Personally, I'll read AUs from time to time, but vary rarely.

2) I don't mind it, but when it gets vindictive and just plain mean that's when I have a problem with it.

3) He is?!?!??! Tee hee. }:-)

4) Need to check out Futurama. Adore the Simpsons and will collect the seasons on DVD as they come out.


5) Love to get feedback, although I let people know it's not required. And I've never used it as a threat cause that's just not cool. I'd be like, "fine, then don't."

6) I've done this one or twice, then realized it wasn't doing me or anyone else any good so I've since stopped. Of course, it doesn't stop me from posting my opinions, but they are just that...*opinions*. I chalk it up to fans being passionate about a particular show or pairing, but once it gets nasty then it's just stupid.

7) Yes, you are the only person who writes fanfic yet doesn't read it. Well, maybe not the only one, but the numbers, I would assume (and no "you now what assume means" jokes either), are very, very low. Thhhbbbbt! :-)

8) Haven't attempted any music videos (I plan to sometime in the future), but I believe you.

9) Exactly.

10) I make it a pointalways respond if they do send me feedback. Just common courtesy, really.

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

1) Personally, I'll read AUs from time to time, but vary rarely.

You know, if people want to write AUs or if they just love reading AUs - ducky for them! :) It's just not my taste.

2) I don't mind it, but when it gets vindictive and just plain mean that's when I have a problem with it.

Most times when I've seen it, it's been from some extremely disgruntled fan who felt their prior show screwed them over in some way and now they apply that annoyance to the new show.

3) He is?!?!??! Tee hee. }:-)

*thwaps* ;)

4) Need to check out Futurama. Adore the Simpsons and will collect the seasons on DVD as they come out.

You do need to check out Futurama! *glances at icon* It's really a show that grows on you. I have all the Simpson DVDs so far but I really need to pick up the Futurama DVDs. *g*

6) I've done this one or twice, then realized it wasn't doing me or anyone else any good so I've since stopped. Of course, it doesn't stop me from posting my opinions, but they are just that...*opinions*. I chalk it up to fans being passionate about a particular show or pairing, but once it gets nasty then it's just stupid.

Well, expressing an opinion is very different from duking it out. Everyone should feel free to express their opinion. When people get rabid about it is when I laugh.

7) Yes, you are the only person who writes fanfic yet doesn't read it. Well, maybe not the only one, but the numbers, I would assume (and no "you now what assume means" jokes either), are very, very low. Thhhbbbbt! :-)

*sniff sniff*

[jemster.livejournal.com]

*sniff sniff*

Oh, no. Do I have to bring out the plush Jack doll (the chocolate Jack's mine) for you? Would that make you feel better?

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

Actually I'm thinking that a plush Jack doll would creep me out...

:D

[lytarules.livejournal.com]

Presenting for your entertainment...

6.) Sam/Warrick 'ship is the only, the only OTP in Stargate. It's out there, it's canon, and anyone who thinks otherwise is uglier than a horney toad and has warts on their toenails!

*looks around*

Here, kitty, kitty...

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

BWAH!

You are one hard-core chick! Bet you got "S/W" tattooed on your butt!

[lytarules.livejournal.com]

You bet!

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Did you see Space Race? They looked at each other *all* the time! And smiled multiple times! You know how excited Sam was at the beginning of the show - she wasn't interested in the race, she was horny at the thought of spending time alone with her red-hot lover!

[suzvoy.livejournal.com]

Hey! What the heck happened to Yoda/Heimdall???

[jemster.livejournal.com]

That's just ewww. Can you imagine the after sex conversation? Oh, so not going there.

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

Aww!

"The yellow ones we are having again?"

[lytarules.livejournal.com]

Well, that's the Crossover OTP. Sam/Warrick is the all-Stargate OTP.

[lydkami.livejournal.com]

Futurama is better than the Simpsons.

err...I don't agree here, though it might be because they only showed really little of Futurama, we are not getting really new episodes of the simpsons (suckage! is my fave show ;-)) and maybe the translations from futurama aren't as good as the simpsons ones (which I believe are the best dubbing they had ever done in spain)

hope ya slep well :)

[mrv3000.livejournal.com]

I would imagine that a lot of people who see it in English would probably disagree with me too. :D

But that sucks that the Futurama translations aren't as good. I can see why it just wouldn't be as good that way.

Had a great sleep - thanks! :)

[lydkami.livejournal.com]

well I don't know if they're as good or not, I just guessed so since you said that because I didn't like futurama that much, plus I had never seen futurama in eglish version so don't know how bad or good subbing there is.

you're welcome :)