1232 Preemptive Strike

QL Damsel · 06-29-2006, 12:14 PM

Preemptive Strike

May 1, 1995
Stallion?s Gate, New Mexico

Fate has put Tom in a precarious situation that could change everything at the project. What's going to stop him from changing it?

Written by: M. J. Cogburn, C. E. Krawiec and Jennifer Rowland

Thanks,

The TVS Team

QL Damsel · 06-29-2006, 12:17 PM

Our rating system this season consists of six raters and three back-up raters! We took the average of six raters and came up with an average for that episode. Based on ratings of 10 being the highest and 1 being the lowest, the average of this episode was: 8.25

Please be aware that some reviews may contain spoilers! Some of the comments given were:

Seeker said:
No Comment Given

RATING: NR

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Morris J. Finkle said:
No Comment Given

RATING: NR

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Sporty said:
No Comment Given

RATING: NR

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Allie Cat said:
I thought that this story was an interesting look at how the Evil Leapers came to know of Project Quantum Leap in this alternate timeline and vice versa. It was neat seeing Tom leap into himself but it does bring up some questions about what happened with certain members of Lothos' band of miscreants. What about Zoe and Thames? Are they in that alternate timeline?

There is one part in the story that confuses me and that is when Albert is talking to Gooshie about Tom's leaps. Albert and Gooshie seemed to be deeply concerned about soemthing but it isn't clear what it is they are worried about. It couln't be the Evil Leapers, since it is clear this is their first encounter with them. What could they be concerned about?

Nonetheless, it was a nice read and well-done for being written in a jam. Good job, ladies!

RATING: 8.0

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Ziggy's Soul said:
A really nice piece, again written rather quickly... but having three fantastic writers collaboarte was good for the story. I don't want to give any spoilers but overall, the best of QL fanfiction is here... making choices for the betterment of all and confusion regarding "WHAT'S GOING ON!?" Albert continues to be an interesting character (enough different from Al but enough like him as well) that adds depth to the story. I didn't realize that Dr. LoNigro was quite THAT jealous... and the little nod to the "Heart of a Chamption" episode was fun. Heat and icecubes...

Well done ladies! Hoping that things get back to normal soon though. As much as I really enjoy Leaper Tom and this AU, I'm ready to get reacquainted with the good Dr. Beckett. Get the wrong of his untimely death righted soon!

RATING: 8.5

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Gooshie said:
No Comment Given

RATING: NR

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The Virtual Seasons Team

Vince Beckett · 07-09-2006, 09:51 PM

This was a pretty good story. It reminds me of a combination of "I Will Love You Forever" and "Deliver Us From Evil."

leaper1 · 08-15-2006, 04:09 PM

I loved how Tom's encounter with Alia echoed Sam's.

I also liked the idea of Tom 'gagging' Ziggy by security locking the conversations.

Though I am still missing Sam and eagerly awaiting his return, it is good to know that his brother has taken up the baton and is carrying it so faithfully, ultimately agreeing not to avoid his first leap for the sake of those he has helped.

John and Thelma raised a brace of good boys!

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06-29-2006, 12:14 PM	#1
QL Damsel Al's Place / TVS Administrator Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Near Austin Texas Posts: 2,540	1232 Preemptive Strike Preemptive Strike May 1, 1995 Stallion?s Gate, New Mexico Fate has put Tom in a precarious situation that could change everything at the project. What's going to stop him from changing it? Written by: M. J. Cogburn, C. E. Krawiec and Jennifer Rowland Thanks, The TVS Team __________________

06-29-2006, 12:17 PM	#2
QL Damsel Al's Place / TVS Administrator Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Near Austin Texas Posts: 2,540	Our rating system this season consists of six raters and three back-up raters! We took the average of six raters and came up with an average for that episode. Based on ratings of 10 being the highest and 1 being the lowest, the average of this episode was: 8.25 Please be aware that some reviews may contain spoilers! Some of the comments given were: Seeker said: No Comment Given RATING: NR ~~~~~~~~~~ Morris J. Finkle said: No Comment Given RATING: NR ~~~~~~~~~~ Sporty said: No Comment Given RATING: NR ~~~~~~~~~~ Allie Cat said: I thought that this story was an interesting look at how the Evil Leapers came to know of Project Quantum Leap in this alternate timeline and vice versa. It was neat seeing Tom leap into himself but it does bring up some questions about what happened with certain members of Lothos' band of miscreants. What about Zoe and Thames? Are they in that alternate timeline? There is one part in the story that confuses me and that is when Albert is talking to Gooshie about Tom's leaps. Albert and Gooshie seemed to be deeply concerned about soemthing but it isn't clear what it is they are worried about. It couln't be the Evil Leapers, since it is clear this is their first encounter with them. What could they be concerned about? Nonetheless, it was a nice read and well-done for being written in a jam. Good job, ladies! RATING: 8.0 ~~~~~~~~~~ Ziggy's Soul said: A really nice piece, again written rather quickly... but having three fantastic writers collaboarte was good for the story. I don't want to give any spoilers but overall, the best of QL fanfiction is here... making choices for the betterment of all and confusion regarding "WHAT'S GOING ON!?" Albert continues to be an interesting character (enough different from Al but enough like him as well) that adds depth to the story. I didn't realize that Dr. LoNigro was quite THAT jealous... and the little nod to the "Heart of a Chamption" episode was fun. Heat and icecubes... Well done ladies! Hoping that things get back to normal soon though. As much as I really enjoy Leaper Tom and this AU, I'm ready to get reacquainted with the good Dr. Beckett. Get the wrong of his untimely death righted soon! RATING: 8.5 ~~~~~~~~~~ Gooshie said: No Comment Given RATING: NR ~~~~~~~~~~ Now, it's your opportunity to rate this particular story. Let the author(s) know how you rate this story. If you'd like to give feedback, please go ahead and leave a reply! Thanks! The Virtual Seasons Team __________________ Last edited by QL Damsel; 08-03-2006 at 07:20 PM.

07-09-2006, 09:51 PM	#3
Vince Beckett Pulse Communications Technician Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 316	This was a pretty good story. It reminds me of a combination of "I Will Love You Forever" and "Deliver Us From Evil." __________________

08-15-2006, 04:09 PM	#4
leaper1 PQL Security Staff Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bedford, England Posts: 2,577	I loved how Tom's encounter with Alia echoed Sam's. I also liked the idea of Tom 'gagging' Ziggy by security locking the conversations. Though I am still missing Sam and eagerly awaiting his return, it is good to know that his brother has taken up the baton and is carrying it so faithfully, ultimately agreeing not to avoid his first leap for the sake of those he has helped. John and Thelma raised a brace of good boys! __________________ Your talent is God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God.(Leo Buscaglia) Helen in Bedford Last edited by leaper1; 08-15-2006 at 04:14 PM.