Well, I really liked 'Giles: The Early Years'. It gives a great backstory to Giles, showing how he got involved with the Council and his first encounters with the supernatural. 'A Day in the Life of Giles' is a charming short fanfic that just follows Giles through an ordinary day in Sunnydale, but with his unique perspective as a Watcher. There's also 'Giles and the Ancient Artifact' which has an exciting plot involving Giles and a mysterious magical item.
Giles is interesting in fanfiction because of his complex backstory. He has this whole life as a Watcher before coming to Sunnydale. His knowledge of the occult and magic makes him a key figure in any story. He can be the source of information, like in 'The Library of Giles' where he uses his extensive book knowledge to solve a mystery.
Yes. Buffy the Vampire Slayer has a significant presence in the comic book world. Many fans enjoy the comic book versions for their unique takes and additional adventures of the characters.
Well, his past often comes up as a theme. His time in England, his training, and his early experiences in the world of the supernatural. His loneliness is also a theme sometimes. Despite being part of a group, he can often feel alone in his knowledge and responsibilities. And his struggle with power, both the power he has and the power he has to keep in check, is a common theme in Rupert Giles fanfiction.
Sure. 'The Watcher's Guide' is a great one. It's filled with lots of details about the Buffyverse, including character backgrounds and information about the various demons and vampires. It really helps you get a deeper understanding of the whole Buffy the Vampire Slayer world.
Well, 'The Watcher's Guide' is often considered one of the best. It delves deep into the Buffyverse, providing detailed information about the characters, the mythology, and the overall world. It's like a comprehensive encyclopedia for fans.
A really good starting point could be 'Once More, with Feeling' by various authors. This fanfic collection is inspired by the musical episode of the show. It has a lot of creativity in terms of how the characters are developed further in the musical - themed stories. There are different takes on the relationships and the overall Buffy - verse, which makes it an interesting read.
One interesting aspect of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer Earshot' fanfic could be the exploration of Buffy's character in a more in - depth way. In the original episode, we see her struggle with her slayer duties and personal relationships. Fanfic might expand on how she deals with the knowledge she gains in 'Earshot', like her thoughts on the secrets she overheard. It could also delve into her relationships with her friends, perhaps showing a different side of her interactions with Xander, Willow or Giles.
Well, a great Rupert Giles Watcher fanfiction is 'Giles in the Shadows'. In this one, Giles has to operate in secrecy to protect the Scooby Gang from a new and powerful threat. It's full of suspense and mystery. 'Watcher's Ascent' is also good. It explores Giles' growth in power and knowledge as a Watcher. Then there's 'The Secret Journals of Rupert Giles', which gives a peek into his private thoughts and experiences through a series of journal entries.
In the comics, Rupert Giles' romantic involvements are not clearly established. It's a storyline that's left somewhat open-ended and subject to interpretation by the readers.