Wow. Didn't think I'd ever be writing a set of these! I never dreamed I'd have the guts to actually post something (or in this case, impose upon the gracious webmistress to do so for me). And I certainly didn't think I'd start off with a multi-part fic. Oh, well. ^_^
First of all (before I forget!), most of these characters do not belong to me. At all. I'm not sure to whom they do belong, but it isn't me. (Awwwww.) There will at some point in this story be new characters, however, and these will belong to me. Anyhow, don't sue me, alright? I've got no money as it is. (My poor cats would starve!)
Second of all, I'm warning you right now - I've got a really strong Lina/Zel bias. Not because I don't like Gourry but because I think Lina and Zel fit really well together. So if you only want to see Lina and Gourry living happily ever after, this fic is not for you!
Next on my list of Things To Say: as of now, I've only got three of the main characters in this fic. (Lina, Gourry and Zel.) I have no idea who'll be popping in later. Depends on how the story goes and how much of the anime I've seen by then. (I refuse to write Xellos without having seen him more than once or twice! He seems way too cool to screw up!)
Which brings me to my next point. The characters you know and love may appear somewhat OOC. This is because I haven't really seen that much Slayers. mournful sigh If you notice any glaring faults, feel free to bring them to my attenion, though I reserve the right to retain my opinion. ^_^ Conversation is always a good thing, though!
Anyhow, I ought to wrap this up before it gets ridiculously long. Just remember, feedback is a good thing! ^_^ This is my first fanfic effort (outside of a few Gundam Wing shorts) and the only piece of my writing I've ever posted. Knowing that it's readable would be a good thing, no? ^_^ 'Sides, new parts will come quicker with encouragement. ^_~
Hope you like the fic!
Pixie