Lucky Star/Fanfic Recs

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Authors and Websites
Arker (fanfiction.net profile)
 * Recommended by Spiri Tsunami.
 * Not too many fics, but the ones he has are nice and long. There's a completed Konami clocking in at 44 chapters, with an in-progress Ayano/Misao that spins off from it somewhere around Chapter 18. Also currently working on a Yutaka/Minami, so yay shipping!
 * Be warned, though: The vocabulary can get a little repetitive. Read the Misano fic for too long, and you might find yourself saying the word "cute" a lot. Also adorable, to a lesser extent, but mostly cute. The sweetness contained in these fics may have a chaHNNNNNNNNNNNNGH

ParadoxBattleZone (fanfiction.net profile)
 * Recommended by Sirkku Jää Keiju.
 * His "Lucky Stars and Gitahs" series is a crossover with K-On!, and it's very enjoyable.

General Fics
''Stories focused on the family and the friendly relationships of the cast. Plot-focused stories or light day-in-the-life stories. Pretty much anything that isn't focused on romance.''

A Cluster of Stars, by RobDaZombie
 * Recommended by Sackett.
 * Recommendation seconded by the All Powerful Archmage. Great story, and I follow it religiously.
 * Recommendation thirded by Spiri Tsunami, who had already been following the author after reading a Negima/Love Hina crossover he did.
 * Recommendation fourthed by Bunny Hopper, who came to this page solely to recommend this if it wasn't already up.
 * Synopsis: A series of short stories focusing on the humor found in daily life for the cast. Original Flavor.
 * It's starting to lose it, however. Characters are starting to fall Out of Character, or falling too far into their stereotypes or into one minor aspect of their personality. Still, it's better than most romance fics, but there needs to be more general fics.

Falling Stars by Tastychainsaws
 * Recommended by Hanz.
 * Synopsis: A Crossover between Lucky Star and Fallout 3, with Konata in the role of The Lone Wanderer. Kagami and Tsukasa follow along, with other characters taking the place of other Fallout characters (the author provides a list of what character will represent who in his page). The story covers the game all the way up to Broken Steel, with some mentions to the DLC (notably, Tsukasa getting dragged off to Point Lookout).
 * Comments: It's an interesting interpretation of the setting, with the author taking a few liberties (the culture is more 80-90's themed than 50's). It's also a rather spectacular Break the Cutie story, considering well... It's the goddamn Capital Wasteland.

Miyuki Thespian Extraordinaire by Tastychainsaws
 * Recommended by andyjay729.
 * Synopsis: A look at the series through Miyuki's eyes, told largely through Inner Monologue. But as per the title, Miyuki Takara here is not the Miyuki we know and love. She's actually a borderline demented lunatic, an utter sociopath, guttermouthed, and hates the rest of the cast (with the exception of her longtime friend Minami) to the point where one wonders if Akira is a distant relative of hers (hey, they both have pink hair).
 * Comments: Your Mileage May Vary of course as to whether this is all a good decision, but it's certainly an...interesting look at the show. And as you can see, this is also from the same screwed-up author as Falling Stars above (he gives you some glimpse as to what's going on in his head on his FF.net profile).

Other Worlds Than These by Vossago
 * Recommended by Onmoraki.
 * Reccomendation seconded by Jon Ax Drayda and Nightmare Syndrom. Great story, and a very intriguing plot.
 * Synopsis: Massive Multiplayer Crossover centered in the Lucky Star universe. Starting out in the girls’ second year of high school, Konata is picked up by a secret organization from another universe, and with her new Mysterious Exchange Student friend, goes into other worlds of anime or video games to Fight Crime. Meanwhile, the rest of the main cast has absolutely no clue any of this is going on.
 * Comments: The crossovers, of which there are plenty, are well done and easy to follow. Despite the fantasy aspect, everyone manages to stay in character, and in between crossovers it almost becomes Original Flavor. The universe-hopping aspect results in such diverse situations as or  that usually wouldn’t happen in the regular show, but the way Konata handles them fits her personality very well.
 * The story has concluded, and this troper thinks it's one of the best endings of any story out there.

Standing Between Luck and Oblivion by ArmorBlade
 * Recommended by MadderSky, sorathecrow.
 * Pairing(s): Konata/Kagami(?), Minami/Yutaka.
 * Synopsis: A crossover fiction combining the characters of Lucky Star with the setting of The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion. Kagami has failed to protect the Emperor as his bodyguard, and been sent to find his son and heir Martin. On the way she runs into a small, childish looking Elf girl who appears extremely interested in helping her, and even more interested in getting her alone somewhere...
 * Comments: Starts off with chapters that are a little short, but soon improve into good lengths without any dip in the consistently good writing quality. The detail is excellent, with descriptions of the surroundings and clothing etc, and the characters are all completely spot on with one another. Fighting is handled very well, with genuine threats met with genuine injuries but it never gets over the top to the point where the story itself is forgotten. And though there is blood and obviously pain involved, tthe author never gets sadistic and it wont make you squeamish. Most importantly of all, its beyond fun to read. The fic puts the cast into a situation very different from anything youd usually see and its a joy to anyone who is bored with the same-old fictions. A unique, imaginative fiction well deserving of praise that is even accessible to people who have no knowledge of the Elder Scrolls universe at all.
 * Like the other Troper said, chapters start short and the dialogue a little stale, but as he goes on the author seems to get more comfortable and the quality takes a leap in all areas. As of this writing, the story is already quite lengthy, weighing in at about 15 chapters, and probably not even half way through the "main" story. The casting choices, like Kagami as a warrior half-elf, Konata as a rogue, Miyuki as an archer/mage/alchemist, Akira as a assasin, etc are all perfect. While changes neccessarily have to be made to some aspects of characters to preserve the story (Konata's video game/anime references are mainly stripped away) the author does a remarkable job at keeping true to each character's "essence." As it is a "Konami" paring, the two character's relationships are naturally...expanded... but its only part of the bigger plot, so the fluff doesn't grate on the nerves too much, even coming off as funny and cute at times.

Tsukasa vs. Miyuki by tori (On Danbooru, NSFW but still Danbooru
 * Recommended by Chabal 2.
 * Synopsis: Tsukasa vs. Miyuki. Be warned that this is an astoundingly bizarre comic, which can best be described as Lucky Star meets Higurashi meets Hellsing. Approximately one Nightmare Face per page, characterization last maybe one panel before the fighting starts... hilarious, and not meant to be taken seriously.

Shipping Fics
Stories focused on the romantic relationships between the cast.

Beyond Friendship by DoubleBoxEven
 * Recommended by Mugen Kagemaru.
 * Seconded by Jbstormburst. It is certainly more than what is left by the summary. Has the best characterization and progression that I've seen in any fanfic. Ever.
 * Thirded by Thanotosomega. This the best fic i have ever read it feels so true to the show you would swear it was a script for some episodes you had missed
 * Pairing(s): Konata/Kagami
 * Synopsis: A powerful storm hits, but that won't stop Konata from trying to have some fun.
 * Comments: Don't let the bare-bones summary fool you, there is more to this story than just Konata wanting to have fun (in either sense of the word) during a storm. I personally found it very interesting, so give it a read.

''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4219558/1/ Level Up! Love!]'' by weluvgirlswithglasses
 * Recommended by Extraintrovert.
 * Recommendation seconded by Sirkku Jää Keiju. As far as I know this was the first really good Konami fic and it entertained and inspired so many of people.
 * Pairing(s): Konata/Kagami.
 * Synopsis: Level Up! Love! is the comical and emotional story of Konata's attempts to woo Kagami, using a ridiculously circuitous plan highly appropriate for the obsessive Otaku.
 * Comments: Even those who have an aversion to the pairing should still read it for the masterful translation of the series to text format, retaining each character's distinctive behaviors and mannerisms as well as the nature of the series' humour itself.

Lonely Kagamin by uncredited author (doujinshi, Girls Love)
 * Recommended by User:Koveras.
 * Seconded by LO Rd. The Girls Love is kind of meh, but holy s, that's a soul-crushing depiction of loneliness if I've ever seen one.
 * Thirded by Ben Allen 52. Dark Fic indeed, but unlike so many of them, with a rather uplifting, hopeful ending. Be forewarned though - the depths of despair Konata has fallen to could very well make her fans cry with sympathy.
 * Fourthed by Videogamer 07. It's worth a read, if only for the interpretation of Konata and Kagami after their high school years.
 * Pairing(s): Konata/Kagami
 * Synopsis: After graduating from school, Kagami became a loner, wasting her days without interacting with anyone. Then Konata enters her life again...however, Kona-chan is now a suicidally depressed introvert who can barely remember the college she's attending.
 * Comments: A Dark Fic recommended for its all-encompassing depressiveness. But don't worry, the ending is kinda happy.
 * Your mileage may definitely vary. Some fans, including nukerjsr (really, just ask him), would call this a mess of soppy Wangst and Character Derailment.
 * Regardless of your opinion on the doujin, it will most likely change your views on the series and the characters' relations, and behaviors, toward each other...dramatically.
 * Note that there is an Epilogue! It's in a slightly different style, and is more fluffy than resolving, but it's apparently done by the same author and adds a little inner dialogue to it all.

Three Days, Five Steps and its sequel Lucky Leap by StaminaRose
 * Recommended by Dion Shmion.
 * Recommendation seconded by Omegahugger. There just isn't enough non-mainstream pairings out there, so this is a nice breath of fresh air.
 * Thirded by Sirkku Jää Keiju. The descriptiveness and detail is exceptional. I just wish there was a sequel...
 * Sirkku Jää Keiju says: and now there IS a sequel - looking incredibly good already.
 * Stamina Rose says: Its nice to be appreciated. Just wish i could work faster...
 * Pairing(s): Tsukasa/Misao
 * Synopsis: Misao comes to Hiiragi's for a study session. As Kagami is out at the moment, Misao meets Tsukasa instead. Fluff and an odd romance ensues.
 * Comments: A breath of fresh air in the not-very-diverse Lucky Star fleet. Misao and Tsukasa work remarkably well together. Well written, aside from the occasional your/you're flub. Completed.
 * There is a fair amount of Cerebus Syndrome in the sequel, though it's somewhat understandable.
 * Unfortunately, the author suffered from a bad case of Creator Backlash, and decided to discontinue the sequel.

Lucky Star: I Never Really Thought About It by Jigando
 * Recommended by kokopelli11
 * Pairing(s): Kagami/Konata, implied Minami/Yutaka and Patty/Hiyori.
 * Synopsis: Charming story where Kagami and Konata realize they have feelings for one another but neither of them knows how to display it.
 * Comments: Much like the show, loves making references to anime and video games (chapter 2 has Konata talking about a certain Water Temple Boss with a moving eye). It's very fluffy at certain points, but turns into a bit of angst in later chapters. At 27 chapters (that's excluding the "I've dropped the fic" notice at "Chapter" 28), with some humorous author's notes and guest appearances by Lucky Channel, this is a story you don't want to pass up.

Lucky*Star: Truth or Dare! and its sequel, Lucky*Star: Dare! by Zokusho
 * Recommended by Sirkku Jää Keiju.
 * Pairing(s): Kagami/Konata, Patty/Hiyori, Minami/Yutaka, and a surprise one.
 * Synopsis: The four main characters start playing truth or dare, and things escalate from that.
 * Comments: A fireworks of twisted humor, obscure references, and - differing from the show - this story is kinky. The gags include things like comical nosebleeds, dressing into whipped cream (only!) and kinky cosplay, misunderstandings at a love hotel, a bout of nude judo, panty shots, and food play. However, all this happens without excplicit scenes. The girls also manage to have cute little romances along the way.

Lucky Legacy by DOTMW
 * Recommended by nukerjsr.
 * Pairing(s): Patrica/Hiyori, Minami/Yutaka, slight Konata/Kagami.
 * Synopsis: After the graduation of the third year students, this story focuses on the slice-of-life adventures and budding relationships of the first year students. The other girls have made apperances, but they are not the focus at all.
 * Comments: Despite a shaky start that makes it seem like it's Konata/Kagami-centric, Lucky Legacy is a really great story that gives attention and new perspective to Hiyori, Patty, Yutaka, and Minami. It follows the style of the anime very well, and while it has some seriousness or fluff, it is a very light and enjoyable read filled with great laughs, references, and enjoyable moments all around. Really good if you enjoyed the later episodes of the anime, or if you want some nice Hiyori/Patty.

Mascara Sonreindo by RezleVettems
 * Recommended by Pichu-kun.
 * Pairing(s): Ayano/Misao.
 * Synopsis: Don't worry, it's in English. A Misao/Ayano fanfic with a new writing style similar to a novel. Enjoy as the two slowly put away their masks and realize what the other means to them, and what they want the other to mean to them.
 * Comments: It's at least a borderline Dark Fic, with Gayngst and homophobia, but I highly recommend it if you like dark stories, deep stories, or Ayano/Misao. It revolves around a popular Alternate Character Interpretation of Ayano. As a Dead Fic, it hasn't been updated since September 2008, but it has plenty of chapters.

Hidden Candy by RezleVettems
 * Recommended by Omegahugger.
 * Pairing(s): Konata/Nanako.
 * Synopsis: Sometimes the best candy is the one behind your usual favorite. Konata realizes this, looking past even her age group and towards her teacher. With the realization of her new feelings, can she convinced her teacher to give her a chance? Can they match?
 * Comments: It might be the crack'iest pairing out there, but RezleVettems actually makes it work. Like Mascara Sonreindo, it has some dark sides, but it is well-worth the read. Even if it stopped at the second-to-last chapter.

Forbidden Wish by Solarius Scorch
 * Recommended by Sirkku Jää Keiju
 * Pairing(s): Kagami/.
 * Synopsis: It's 2020 and Kagami Hiiragi is 30 years old. And alone. But then, things start to happen.
 * Comments: Excellent lemon, but also an excellent story which takes more than one surprising turn. This is NSFW with its adult themes including.

Someone Worth Fighting For by Shadowfox026
 * Recommended by Osric.
 * Pairing(s): Konata/Kagami
 * Synopsis: Kagami is in the hospital with Konata staying faithfully by her side. Through a gradual realisation of the past day's events, Konata realises how much her best friend means to her. But will Kagami ever wake up?
 * Comments: Better Than It Sounds. This Troper doesn't usually like Dark Fics for a light-hearted series like Lucky Star, but this one makes it work, with excellent writing that really manages to tug at the heartstrings. Sadly hasn't been updated in quite a while now, but what's there is a good read.

The Day Everything Changed by Mr. Fanfic Guy
 * Recommended by CJO 123.
 * Pairing: Konata/Kagami
 * Synopsis: The first story in a planned 3-story Konata/Kagami story arc. It is Friday July 1, 2005, and the girls are in their first year at Ryoyou High School. Konata is madly in love with Kagami, but she has never been able to explain her true feelings to her. At the same time, one of the school bullies both absolutely despises and is insanely jealous of Kagami, and is absolutely convinced that she must take action. And at one point, she does by attacking Kagami with a metal pipe and a pocket knife. Despite being badly injured, Kagami survives, thanks to Konata defeating her attacker despite being banged up herself. At the hospital,.
 * Comments: May not be suitable for readers under the age of 13. A bit of a Dark Fic, due to the violent attack scene and . Also one of the relatively few Lucky Star fanfics to have a villain. It's also hard not to feel bad for either Konata or Kagami at times each for specific reasons listed in the plot. Luckily though, they got their happy ending when they ended up becoming a couple at the very end of the story. Overall, despite being slightly Darker and Edgier than most Lucky Star fanfics, it is still an interesting read.

Stars Above, by Fringe Benefits and Forzare
 * Recommended by hyperderpy
 * Crossover with: Lucky Star
 * Pairings: Kagami/Homura
 * Synopsis: Homura crosses timelines to transfer into Kagami's class in Ryouou High, in order to protect the Hiiragi sisters from a multidimensional threat... one that's already destroyed one universe.
 * Comments: Revising my earlier comments: This is much, much more than a mere shipping fic, though that is a significant part of it. What's being done in Stars Above is a real, honest-to-God epic crossover. The authors clearly understand the important themes of both series, and care deeply about both sets of characters. They're doing a great job of contrasting the two worlds, and playing the differences in interesting ways. Special mention also goes to the fight scenes, which are awesomely epic and creepy in the same way the Witch battles were in Madoka. Highly recommended!

Holiday Vacation by Mr. Fanfic Guy
 * Recommended by CJO 123.
 * Pairings: Konata/Kagami, Yutaka/Minami, Tsukasa/Miyuki
 * Synopsis: This story is the follow-up to The Day Everything Changed, and the second in the Konata/Kagami story arc. It is set during the girls' Christmas and New Year's vacation between December 21, 2007 and January 4, 2008. In this fanfic, Konata and Kagami are now dating, and . What will happen to them along the way? You'll have to read to find out.
 * Comments: Even though there are still a few tense moments in this story, it is generally a Lighter and Softer fanfic compared to the relative darkness of The Day Everything Changed. Also, in this story, we get plenty of new characters, most are background characters with only two or three lines, but some of them get their own mini-plotlines as well as personalities. Two of the secondary characters were background characters in the first installment. And the best part, we not only get to see Konata and Kagami go out on dates, but we also see Yutaka and Minami become a couple, and soon after that we see Tsukasa and Miyuki become a couple as well. The story lasts for 18 chapters and has a total of 30,752 words. It should be an entertaining and fun-filled read, more suitable for younger readers.