I wrote a Voltron AU a long time ago (maybe not so long...but it feels like a long time ago) and a couple one-shots as well. It's called Black Arus and I have it up on my website. I've got the link on the list over there on the left if you're interested in reading it. It was my first big project and I've got a special place in my heart for it.

Aw shucks...thanks for the nice compliment. I started writing when I was pretty young. I distinctly remember the first time I tried to write a fic, Voltron naturally, and the feeling of euphoria I got when I finally emptied out what was in my head. Haven't looked back since. :)

My process for character study...that's a tough one. Before I start writing, I usually already have an idea of what the characters' personalities are: the hero, the sarcastic guy, the wise old man--and I keep this mind while I write. I tend to imagine the scenes I write like a movie and I let the characters play out their roles to see if it fits.

I don't have a more concrete answer than that because it's more instinctive than anything else. If the character does something OOC, I start feeling very uncomfortable (this usually happens whenever I write Zuko 'feeling' pieces). I suppose the best way to put it is that I internalize them and walk around in their shoes as I write (hmm..that might not have been the best way...).

Phew...sorry for the long-winded answer! No one's ever asked me about character study before and I really had to sit and think about that one. Though, it makes me wonder now how other writers do it...

Eee...must have been quite the surprise, huh? Yes, SiB turned into a fic monster with little monster babies. I hope you enjoy the rest of it. ^_^