Chapter Text
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Summary:
After the events of The Force Awakens, Finn accompanies Rey on her journey to find Luke Skywalker, and they begin their Jedi training together. But when Finn's hard work helps him soar ahead, and Rey begins to fall behind despite her natural talent, she may find the dark, and the truth of her past hiding within, to be more alluring than even the love her new friends can offer.
Notes:
I got impatient waiting for the next Star Wars movie to come out, so I thought I would give my take on what I would like to see happen! I'm sure it won't be near as good as what ends up happening, but I saw Finn using the Force and got too excited not to write this!
Disclaimer: i own nothing except the plot!!! please don't come for me disney, i can't afford that
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 1 Sun 29 May 2016 07:51AM UTCAwesome first chapter, dude! When you talked about this idea, I was soooo hyped! So glad you decided to write it!
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starbore on Chapter 1 Sun 29 May 2016 08:22AM UTCDude!!! I really didn’t think I was gonna get around to it but w school getting out in like a month I figured ‘what else am i doing this summer’ lolol
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stareshine on Chapter 1 Sun 29 May 2016 08:14AM UTCgood opening! the summary has me super intrigued. will be subscribing!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 1 Sun 29 May 2016 09:32AM UTCkudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 3:
Summary:
In which Finn and Rey finally meet the legendary Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.
Notes:
Thanks to everyone who’s been commenting! I’m working on figuring out a full outline for this story, and then maybe I can put a real chapter count lol.
This chapter is shorter than I would like, but I fell down the stairs and messed up my hand, and I really need it to heal before finals, so I’m kinda typing with one hand. Thanks!
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oreandream on Chapter 3 Sun 12 Jun 2016 01:12PM UTCsorry to hear about the hand! feel better! oh, and great chapter!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 3 Sun 12 Jun 2016 02:49PM UTC
Dude, praying your hand gets better so you can write more! Oh, and also for the algebra test.
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starbore on Chapter 3 Sun 12 Jun 2016 03:01PM UTC
…Thanks dude
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 3 Sun 12 Jun 2016 03:03PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 4:
Summary:
In which, after years of there being only one, two new Jedi begin their training.
Notes:
Sorry it’s been a few weeks! I had finals, and also a bunch of other stuff happened, it was all just kinda crazy. And I got an internship! Which I forgot I applied for until they showed up to fly me out to Germany lol. I’d never even left the country before then! Met some of the coolest people, got a minor concussion, and now we’re back and better than ever!
This chapter, we’re finally gonna get into the Jedi training. I’m super excited!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 4 Sun 03 Jul 2016 08:42AM UTC
Dude I really don’t know if you should be writing when you have a concussion omg
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starbore on Chapter 4 Sun 03 Jul 2016 09:30AM UTC
No no no, dude, I HAD a concussion. All good now and ready to work!
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GeneralStoreKenobi on Chapter 4 Sun 03 Jul 2016 09:17AM UTCLuke sounds so in-character it’s crazy! How many times have you rewatched the original trilogy lol. Also feel better (again)! Hopefully your author’s curse is over now.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 4 Sun 03 Jul 2016 10:21AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
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Chapter 7:
Summary:
In which we check in on our pilot.
Notes:
Happy birthday to me! As a present to both myself and to you guys, here’s a surprise chapter earlier than I think anyone expected! Yay!
I’m probably gonna take a week off of writing though, so this is also a bit of an apology. I got held up last night and it kinda has me on the fritz more than usual, so I gotta cool off. I’m all good though! Enjoy the chapter!
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flareonthejedi on Chapter 7 Wed 10 Aug 2016 08:11PM UTCheld up??? like with a gun??? author, take as much time as you need, please. we will be here waiting for you!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 7 Wed 10 Aug 2016 08:45PM UTC
Dude omg are you okay
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starbore on Chapter 7 Wed 10 Aug 2016 08:58PM UTC
As ok as I was when I texted you about it lol. Just need a bit of time to breathe, you know. I’ll be back in no time!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 7 Wed 10 Aug 2016 09:03PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 12:
Summary:
In which our heroes have dreams, some better than others.
Notes:
Sorry again about the delay, everyone! A lot of stuff happened. I had to go to nationals for my club, then I managed to score a date to Homecoming (!!!) but that didn’t end up working out (sad :((( ), and then a building ended up collapsing on top of me? Bad structural integrity, I wasn’t where I was supposed to be, blah blah blah. But it all worked out, and I’m fine now, promise!
Anyway, we’re finally gonna see more of both Kylo Ren (not great for Rey) and Poe (great for Finn!) in this chapter, so I hope you all like it!
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baronvonbaron on Chapter 12 Wed 28 Sep 2016 12:31PM UTC
I love how you write the dialogue! Kylo seems so threatening but also weirdly vulnerable, and I can’t even tell if it’s sincere or not! Goosebumps!!! Also, uh, a BUILDING FELL ON YOU??? And Homecoming??? Are you a kid? Where are your PARENTS???
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starbore on Chapter 12 Wed 28 Sep 2016 12:54PM UTC
oof L they’re dead. I live with my aunt! Used to live with my uncle too, but he also died. But everything’s good, we’re doing great! I even have that internship now and my boss there told me he was proud of me so literally who cares about the building thing. Old news.
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baronvonbaron on Chapter 12 Wed 28 Sep 2016 01:21PM UTC
that’s more concerning actually
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 12 Wed 28 Sep 2016 02:10PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 18:
Summary:
In which Rey begins to wonder if her nightmares are quite what they claim to be.
Notes:
New chapter alert! I’m writing this from a hospital bed because I got stabbed lol. Nothing too bad, it missed all my vital organs. I didn’t even pass out! But my aunt and my boss freaked out a lot so they’re making me stay at the hospital overnight and taking me out of school tmrw. At least it’s giving me a lot of time to write!
Also, thank you everyone for 1,000 kudos! I'm so honored!!! Thanks!!!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 18 Tue 06 Dec 2016 02:34AM UTC
Dude, THAT’S why you’re not gonna be at school tomorrow? Can’t believe you’d tell your readers and NOT me.
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starbore on Chapter 18 Tue 06 Dec 2016 02:55AM UTC
Dude, you ARE one of my readers lmao. Plus, it’s not a big deal.
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LocalDragonflea on Chapter 18 Tue 06 Dec 2016 02:43AM UTCsaw a post about this fic on tumblr, are the author’s notes always this concerning???
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stareshine on Chapter 18 Tue 06 Dec 2016 03:15AM UTC
as someone who has been here since day one, yes they are. it’s a great story, though! subscribe to support our poor beloved author.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 18 Tue 06 Dec 2016 02:59AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 21:
Summary:
In which Finn begins to wonder whether Rey is as all right as she claims to be.
Notes:
Happy New Year! I finished this chapter two days ago, but couldn’t publish it because I broke my arm before editing was done. Thankfully, my boss’s assistant is super willing to let me dictate this to her and get it up, so you all get to see what’s next! Finn is getting concerned about Rey, just like all of us, I’m sure. Enjoy!
(also, RIP Carrie Fisher!!!)
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violetskies on Chapter 21 Sun 01 Jan 2017 09:39PM UTCauthor please dont die before you can finish this story, it’s so good! Also, wtf are you DOING that this stuff keeps happening to you?
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starbore on Chapter 21 Sun 01 Jan 2017 09:52PM UTC
Nothing! I’m just kinda accident-prone lol
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 21 Sun 01 Jan 2017 10:21PM UTC
I just can’t believe you actually got someone to help you post this, dude. I thought you wanted to keep your fics kinda private.
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starbore on Chapter 21 Sun 01 Jan 2017 10:28PM UTC
Oh, I don’t feel worried that Fri is gonna tell anyone. I trust her.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 21 Sun 01 Jan 2017 10:46PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 25:
Summary:
In which Rey is keeping more secrets than any one person can hold.
Notes:
It’s a day late, but Happy Valentine’s Day if you celebrate or care lol! I’m glad my boss doesn’t, because I kinda crashed his and his fiancee’s Valentine’s Day oops. My aunt was out of town and I had an allergic reaction and I GUESS they got concerned about leaving me alone, so now I’m staying with them for the week even though the reaction is like. Super over.
At least they have every streaming service ever! I’m gonna use this as an opportunity to rewatch Force Awakens lol.
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 25 Wed 15 Feb 2017 11:49AM UTC
Dude, I didn’t think you had any allergies? Like, I thought those were kinda fixed.
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starbore on Chapter 25 Wed 15 Feb 2017 11:53AM UTC
No, peppermint is apparently killer for me. Couldn’t even breathe. It was kinda scary ngl, but we’re good now!
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TickTockTime on Chapter 25 Wed 15 Feb 2017 11:56AM UTC
Sorry if this is a bit invasive or whatever, but what IS your relationship with your boss? Like, I really cannot tell what is going on there and it’s very confusing.
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starbore on Chapter 25 Wed 15 Feb 2017 12:19PM UTC
It’s nothing crazy lol. We just work really closely together during my internship, and since it’s just me and my aunt and she’s super busy, he’s my additional emergency contact. He says I’m gonna make him go gray early, but that’s definitely not true. He was going gray LONG before I met him.
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TickTockTime on Chapter 25 Wed 15 Feb 2017 12:48PM UTC
I have as few answers as I did before, and quite a few more questions.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 25 Wed 15 Feb 2017 12:05PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 30:
Summary:
In which things come to a head.
Notes:
The teaser trailer for The Last Jedi just came out yesterday! Wow, it was so wild hearing Luke’s voice like FOR REAL. I’m so excited, even though there’s a lot of time left until that movie. Well, that’s more time for me to write lol!
Also, for anyone worried about the injury I mentioned in my update two weeks ago, it was NOT a broken ankle! I just fractured my foot a little bit, but it’s gonna be all good! I appreciate the concern!
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starblind on Chapter 30 Tue 18 Apr 2017 09:07AM UTComg what a cliffhanger!!! I’m literally on the edge of my seat this story is crazy lol. Whatever the Last Jedi ends up being, I don’t know if it’ll be able to hold up to this!
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tearaparts on Chapter 30 Tue 18 Apr 2017 09:18AM UTCcoming from Reddit to say that these author notes are becoming internet famous lmao. I’m subscribing just to see if the author lasts through the end of the story.
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 30 Tue 18 Apr 2017 09:41AM UTC
Of course he will! If nothing that’s happened has taken him down yet, nothing’s GOING to!
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starbore on Chapter 30 Tue 18 Apr 2017 09:54AM UTC
Dude, please don’t jinx me like this.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 30 Tue 18 Apr 2017 09:31AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 38:
Summary:
In which we get a call from the Resistance.
Notes:
Happy birthday (again) to me! It’s kind of crazy how much can change in a year. I mean, last year it was just my aunt and my best friend celebrating at a Thai place. THIS year, my boss flew all of us to Orlando and got us tickets to Universal AND Disney! He didn’t come in with us (privacy reasons I think) but he still came to dinner with us and it was the coolest thing ever! I'm typing this from the hotel as we speak!
He promised we’d go back once Galaxy’s Edge opens in two years, and I am gonna hold him to it!!! Anyway, excitement aside, enjoy the next chapter!
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stareshine on Chapter 38 Thu 10 Aug 2017 11:51PM UTC
ok, as someone that’s been a fan since the start, i’m glad you had a good time, but i’m wondering if the relationship you have with your boss is… good? like, it def could be, i'm just confused by the whole, uh, whatever is going on there.
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starbore on Chapter 38 Fri 11 Aug 2017 12:12AM UTC
I actually kinda get the concern. My aunt was concerned in a similar way. But I promise you it isn’t weird in the way you might be thinking lol. I call him my boss on here because I can’t think of a better way to put it, but he’s not REALLY my boss. It’s… complicated, I guess, but I promise you it’s all good. My aunt is SUPER protective. She wouldn’t have made him an emergency contact if she didn’t think he could be trusted.
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 38 Fri 11 Aug 2017 12:02AM UTC
Dude, that trip might have been the coolest experience of my life. Also, the chapter’s great! You DEFINITELY can’t tell that we just built the LEGO Millenium Falcon from the number of times you mention it.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 38 Fri 11 Aug 2017 12:58AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 44:
Summary:
In which the light calls to Rey, but the shadows might call louder.
Notes:
Guess who’s been grounded from Black Friday shopping. I fell off a roof (a very SHORT roof mind you) and my aunt and boss joint-grounded me. Which is stupid. They literally won’t let me go out for a WEEK. At least we’re still doing Thanksgiving together but I mean SERIOUSLY.
Anyway, they’re still letting me have my laptop! Apparently don’t wanna deal with me when I can’t go out OR go on the Internet, so I’ll be getting a lot of writing in over the next few days, I’m sure. Poe is coming back today, so I hope you enjoy the chapter!
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icantbelieveitsbutter on Chapter 44 Wed 22 Nov 2017 10:10AM UTC
reader coming from a tumblr post about your insane authors notes, HOW did you fall off a roof? or, more importantly, why did you get grounded for it?
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starbore on Chapter 44 Wed 22 Nov 2017 10:28AM UTC
Ok, well it was less FALLING off of a roof and more JUMPING off of a roof and onto a guy who was mugging a girl. They’re mad I wasn’t careful, but I didn’t have time if I didn’t want her to get hurt!
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stareshine on Chapter 44 Wed 22 Nov 2017 10:49AM UTC
ignoring the once again insane AN, this might be my favorite chapter so far! the tension between poe and finn, as well as between them and rey is so fascinating. it really feels like there might be no way to drive her back from the dark, no matter how hard they try, and it’s making me emotional!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 44 Wed 22 Nov 2017 10:52AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 47:
Summary:
In which the First Order faces the Resistance, and Rey and Finn put their training to the test.
Notes:
So, I saw The Last Jedi on opening day, and I was uhhh mildly disappointed? I can tell a lot of people were, because I have gotten a LOT of comments over the last week from people saying they wish my story was how it had actually gone lol. Oh well, at least there’s nothing from there I’ll want to take and use (also I CALLED Rey’s parents being nobody!!! I CALLED it!)
I would’ve gotten this out sooner, but literally the DAY AFTER I saw the movie, I got stabbed again lol. This one was in my shoulder, and I spent the first few days after it kinda unconscious because I kinda maybe almost bled out. Thankfully no getting grounded this time because it was NOT my fault! Which implies the times I WAS grounded WERE, but they also weren’t, my aunt and boss are just paranoid.
Anyway! My shoulder hurts a lot, but I wanna get this out! So, enjoy!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 47 Fri 22 Dec 2017 05:06PM UTC
Dude, I can’t BELIEVE someone tried to rob us on the way to your place. That might have been the scariest moment of my life.
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starbore on Chapter 47 Fri 22 Dec 2017 05:21PM UTC
I know!!! I feel like kinda stupid, like I should’ve been able to tell that they were there, but it all turned out. At least you were able to call for help, lol. The guy smashed my phone and I STILL haven’t gotten a new one.
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AliceFromNowhere on Chapter 47 Fri 22 Dec 2017 05:39PM UTCI almost feel like this story is so well-written to try and distract from the absolute chaos that is literally every single authors note. I hope you feel better, omg!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 47 Fri 22 Dec 2017 05:50PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 49:
Summary:
In which the lines are drawn, and the veil finally falls.
Notes:
I’m grounded again :((( it turns out that I’m really susceptible to hypothermia, so staying out during a snowstorm is NOT, in fact, a cool thing to do. Or maybe it’s TOO cool? Tomato potato. Anyway, I’m not allowed to go out walking or anything until I ‘understand the dangers of the cold’ and also my boss is making me get a bunch of super insulated clothes and stuff. I TOLD him it wasn’t necessary, but my aunt (who normally is on my side with the him-buying-stuff thing) overruled me! (traitor)
This is being dictated to Fri (boss’s assistant) AGAIN because my fingers are still too numb to type. I’m devastated. Say hello to the readers, Fri!
Hello, readers.
Thanks, Fri. Okay, onto the chapter! Enjoy!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 49 Fri 19 Jan 2018 12:12PM UTC
Dude, every time I think you’ve run out of ways to get Ao3-Author-cursed, you find ANOTHER one.
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starbore on Chapter 49 Fri 19 Jan 2018 12:29PM UTC
I know, dude! It feels kinda rude, at this point, but this all started BEFORE I even started writing on here, so I think it might just be me.
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UpsideOut on Chapter 49 Fri 19 Jan 2018 12:37PM UTC
I know everyone is focusing on the author’s note (and yeah, that’s crazy, wtf), but I am REELING from this chapter. Rey’s betrayal? Poe’s speech? Finn’s SACRIFICE? I’m in shambles, this is incredible, please never stop writing.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 49 Fri 19 Jan 2018 12:39PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 54:
Summary:
In which Rey takes a friend home.
Notes:
Happy Pi Day lol! I ate like three whole pies, I am not exaggerating. My boss got all pissy about it but that’s because he’s old and gets a stomach ache before he even finishes half of one. He’s just jealous of my youth and vigor.
Anyway, I’ve been super excited about this chapter, so I hope it delivers the way that I want it to. Enjoy!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 54 Wed 14 Mar 2018 07:08AM UTC
Dude, don’t worry, this chapter DELIVERED. I was on the edge of my seat and I already knew what was going to happen! Also, please please PLEASE tell your boss that the entire team basically worships him now for buying those pies for us.
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starbore on Chapter 54 Wed 14 Mar 2018 07:21AM UTC
Dude, the whole team ALREADY worships him. Plus, I know for a fact the pies were *anonymously donated.* I think the only people who know it was him are me, you, and probably captain.
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stareshine on Chapter 54 Wed 14 Mar 2018 07:40AM UTC
the build up for this was just impeccable. i cant believe how far this story has come, and that there’s still more to go! thank you so much for writing, and i hope you enjoy all your pie!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 54 Wed 14 Mar 2018 08:27AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 59:
Summary:
In which Rey and Finn have lunch.
Notes:
I can’t believe it’s been two years since I published the first chapter of this story! What a ride it has been, and it’s nowhere near over! I have so many plans, I’m so super excited. This chapter is a bit of filler because after this we are getting right into the next main part of the plot: the rescue of Finn, and Rey properly having to face the consequences of the choices she’s made. Yay!!!
It’s late when I’m publishing this, but I don’t really care that much lol. All I’ve got going on tomorrow is a field trip, so it’s okay if I get a bit less sleep than usual. Enjoy the chapter!
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AshtoAshes on Chapter 59 Tue 29 May 2018 03:45PM UTCfiller chapter??? that’s what you call this piece of CINEMA? I was so stressed during Finn and Rey’s convo I thought I was gonna throw up lmao. Incredible!
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waybackhome on Chapter 59 Tue 29 May 2018 03:45PM UTCCame for the author’s notes, stayed for the immaculate plot you’re weaving together. Everyone’s always talking about how cursed this author is, but no one talks about how goated the story is? I am subscribed and I am SAT.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 59 Tue 29 May 2018 03:45PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 60:
Summary:
In which there is nothing.
Notes:
Greetings, readers of To The Farthest Star. It is with great sadness that I inform you that the author, starbore, did not survive the Decimation. In his memory, this story will not be orphaned, nor will it be completed. It is the hope of his remaining loved ones that you continue to enjoy this work he put so much time and effort and care into.
If it is any reassurance, please know that starbore was not alone as he died. He was being held. I like to believe that he knew he was loved.
Thank you for reading, and I am sorry.
Sincerely, Fri.
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stareshine on Chapter 60 Sun 24 Jun 2018 01:29AM UTC
oh my god. after so long without any news, i was sure it had to be the case, but this confirmation is still gut-wrenching. i’ll never stop rereading this story, even knowing it will never get the ending it deserved. rest in peace, starbore. may the force be with you.
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fragilitea on Chapter 60 Sun 24 Jun 2018 01:36AM UTCcan’t help but notice that phan-ted_menace isn’t anywhere in these comments either. They seemed like true best friends. I hope they’re together. RIP starbore. May the Force be with you.
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DarthVenn on Chapter 60 Sun 24 Jun 2018 01:48AM UTCI’m crying. I haven’t cried at all since the Decimation happened, even though I lost many people I knew, but this somehow put me over the edge. Reading the author’s notes, knowing how hard his life was, and how excited he was to keep writing, really just put it all into perspective in a weird way. He’ll never get the chance to finish this story now. A forever unfinished symphony. I just can’t believe any of this. RIP starbore. May the Force be with you.
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 61:
Summary:
In which we return.
Notes:
I’m back. I literally can’t believe it, but I’m back. I know that everyone got Returned a while ago, but I’ve just been so insanely busy, I mean… It’s all so insane. It’s been FIVE YEARS.
For anyone wondering, my aunt also Returned, as did my closest friends. My boss survived the Decimation, but he’s in a coma now, so it feels like I’ve lost him anyway. We don’t know if he’ll ever wake up or recover. Please send prayers.
But I’m going on a school trip to Europe soon, and I suppose fanfic waits for no man! On we go!
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stareshine on Chapter 61 Wed 12 Jul 2023 01:11PM UTC
WELCOME BACK!!! omg i came to terms so long ago with this never being finished, and reread it regularly anyway, and HERE YOU ARE!!! this is all just the most insane thing ever. welcome back, and i can’t wait to continue this journey with you. prayers up for your boss!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 61 Wed 12 Jul 2023 02:32PM UTC
Dude, we have to go see Rise of Skywalker soon! It came out while we were gone!
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starbore on Chapter 61 Wed 12 Jul 2023 02:49PM UTC
I know, dude! I can’t believe the entire main cast survived the Decimation, what luck is that? Actually though, based on the reviews I saw when I checked online real fast, maybe it ISN’T luck, lol. We’ve gotta see it anyway though! Maybe while we’re on the trip?
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 61 Wed 12 Jul 2023 02:40PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 63:
Summary:
In which a rescue mission is launched.
Notes:
Update: the Europe trip was a genuine disaster. Yes, I was there while all the stuff with Mysterio went down. It was terrifying. As an eye witness, I will say I think that Spider-Man is innocent. That’s all I’m gonna talk about with that, though.
In other news, I also got hit by a train! So that was not fun. My boss is still in a coma, which sucks because I would really kill to get some advice from him. Or just to talk to him in general. I feel like he would be able to fix all of this, if he was awake.
Oh well. At least I’ve got this story! Finally saw Rise of Skywalker and oooh boy. I can see why you guys STILL prefer my version of the trilogy (i’m flattered, truly). “Somehow Palpatine returned” made me want to pull my hair out. #NotMyPoe. Anyway, enjoy the chapter!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 63 Sun 13 Aug 2023 09:35PM UTC
Dude, you did NOT mention getting hit by a train.
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starbore on Chapter 63 Sun 13 Aug 2023 09:48PM UTC
I think I was a little preoccupied man.
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RisenAir on Chapter 63 Sun 13 Aug 2023 09:54PM UTCRoS might be the biggest letdown ever. I’m so glad you’re continuing this story to soothe the ache, even if that ache is years old for some of us now, lol!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 63 Sun 13 Aug 2023 10:02PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 66:
Summary:
In which Finn is finally back, but not quite out of the woods.
Notes:
Got off of the murder charge. Unfortunately, I also got rejected from college over it anyway. I’m hoping that SOMEWHERE lets me in, but it’s not looking too good. That’d be something I could deal with, but now my best friends are also kinda getting rejected, which is less cool. I was innocent anyway! Why are they getting in trouble?
Sigh. My boss is still in the coma, not doing better or worse, but we’re trying to stay optimistic. His daughter (who he had after the Decimation) is super super sweet, and she keeps referring to me as her big brother, so that’s been really nice. I’ve never had any siblings before, but I’m trying my best even though I’m not ACTUALLY her brother lol.
Anyway, back into the story! Finn is recovering from his ordeal, and Poe is in complete denial (what else is new). I’m sure Leia will let this slide lol
*palpatine voice* execute Chapter 66
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stareshine on Chapter 66 Wed 04 Oct 2023 08:39AM UTC
i never doubted for a second that you were innocent. and hey, spider-man just got off of HIS murder charge too! it’s a good time for that, i suppose. thanks for your dedication to this wonderful story through all of your struggles. sending love from chicago!
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blueandall on Chapter 66 Wed 04 Oct 2023 08:47AM UTC
I am obsessed with Leia’s energy throughout that whole sequence lmao. She’s looking at Poe like “*eyebrow raise* I know what you are” and she’s RIGHT. My queen.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 66 Wed 04 Oct 2023 09:01AM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 67:
Summary:
In which our heroes reunite.
Notes:
I don’t know how much of this is going to get through, or even how much any of you remember of me and this story. But it’s still up unlike all my other social medias, so maybe there’s a chance here. I’m typing this from a library computer because I don’t have like. Anything anymore. So, here’s the truth:
I’m Spider-Man. It’s not like telling you all hurts me at all. My life is over anyway. Ruined, and it’s my fault. My aunt died, and it was my fault. The world almost ended, and it was my fault. The only way to fix my mistakes was to erase myself from existence, any memory of me, anything. No one that I love remembers me. Photos are gone. Records, too. I can’t go to school. I don’t have a birth certificate. All I’ve got is Spider-Man, now.
And this story, I guess. I’m going to continue, and I’m going to finish this, no matter what. Thank you all for all your support. I’m sorry if this is confusing, or makes your head hurt. I’ve just been feeling so alone lately. I needed to spill this somewhere, and this was the only place I could think of. Enjoy the chapter!
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CallaGirl on Chapter 67 Sat 02 Dec 2023 11:41AM UTCThat might be the craziest author’s note I’ve ever read. SPIDER-MAN??? Thinking about all your other notes, though... If they're true, then, somehow, I believe you. That sounds so awful, man, all of it. Praying for you, and that things get better. I never stopped believing in you even during all the Mysterio stuff, so don’t YOU dare stop believing now. Damn, though, ao3 author’s curse really IS real.
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stareshine on Chapter 67 Sat 02 Dec 2023 11:56AM UTC
i’ll leave a second comment to ramble about the chapter, bc omg. you’re spider-man? no one remembers you? wtf dude. also wait wait wait, does this mean that the mysterious ‘boss’ you’ve been mentioning this whole time is TONY STARK?
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starbore on Chapter 67 Sat 02 Dec 2023 03:49PM UTC
yeah. It kinda sucks, now. He didn’t wake up from his coma before the memory spell, meaning I never got to talk to him again. When he wakes up, he won’t remember me either, just like everyone else. This has just kinda been the worst lol.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 67 Sat 02 Dec 2023 11:59AM UTC
kudos! also holy shit
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 71:
Summary:
In which the shadows are thick and lies consuming.
Notes:
Mr Stark woke up from his coma! I mean, sure, he’s as affected by the memory spell as anyone, so he doesn’t know who I am, but he woke up! That’s enough for me, just knowing that he’s okay. I was so excited when I saw it on the news that the adrenaline kept me up all night and day, so here’s a new chapter that I wrote when I stopped at the library during breaks in my patrol!
Also, I can’t believe this story is almost done! I’m already planning a sequel, so don’t worry about that, but this main plot is getting close to being finished! I’m so hyped.
And to whichever one of you called out to me during my patrol, told me you liked my story, and then bought me a bagel, I owe you my life.
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stareshine on Chapter 71 Tue 02 Jan 2024 03:42PM UTC
incredible chapter! i’m so glad to have been here since the start, and i can’t wait to see where you take it from here!
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ironmyman on Chapter 71 Tue 02 Jan 2024 03:57PM UTC
Iron Man is awake!!! Did you see the press conference they had for him? It was so crazy seeing him on screen after so many months. I mean, this guy saved the universe! I hope he finds the Peter Parker guy he was talking about.
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starbore on Chapter 71 Tue 02 Jan 2024 06:39PM UTC
wait what
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 71 Tue 02 Jan 2024 04:22PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 72:
Summary:
In which the light shines brightest in the dark.
Notes:
Sorry for the month-long hiatus. It’s been very hectic, but I can boil it all down to this:
Mr. Stark remembers me.
We’re not really sure how it happened, but when he woke from the coma, he remembered me. He was looking for me. No one else remembers, and we don’t know if they ever will, but he doesn’t care about that, I guess. I’m living with him now, and I guess I misunderstood how close we were, because he said “no way am I sending my kid back out to live on the streets” and WHOA okay good to know that I’m not pushing any boundaries when I ask for a hug.
Anyway, this is the second-to-last chapter! Of this story. Make sure you get ready for the sequel, because that Rey redemption you all have been begging for is definitely in the cards.
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stareshine on Chapter 72 Thu 01 Feb 2024 01:19PM UTC
i’m so happy for you, author. seriously. you’ve been through enough stuff that it’s a literal joke on the internet for people to go and ‘check how the author’s curse got starbore this time.’ you deserve this. and thank you for your hard work throughout the years on this story! it’s been a wonderful journey, and i can’t wait to see where you take us next!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 72 Thu 01 Feb 2024 01:38PM UTC
Wow, this story was incredible, dude! I feel like I read it ages ago, but I couldn’t find it anywhere in my history lol. Must’ve been before even the Decimation. And you’re SPIDER-MAN? Coolest Ao3 author ever, wanna be best friends?
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starbore on Chapter 72 Thu 01 Feb 2024 01:55PM UTC
Are you based in New York? I need someone to help build this new LEGO set that Mr. Stark got me for the “six birthdays he missed.”
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 72 Thu 01 Feb 2024 02:39PM UTC
Wait, SERIOUSLY? Hell yeah, dude! Send me a message on Discord, let’s figure something out!
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 72 Thu 01 Feb 2024 01:43PM UTC
kudos!
To the Farthest Star
starbore
Chapter 73:
Summary:
In which the we face the stars and smile.
Notes:
I’m going back to school now. Mr. Stark helped me get papers and everything, and I’m going back to school to finish my senior year. There's not a lot of time left really, but everyone thinks it'll be good for me to get what I can. He said we’ll figure out college after that. I always said that he would fix it if he was there. Glad I’m not being proven wrong lol.
Final chapter time! This is the long-awaited final confrontation with Finn and Poe against Rey and Kylo Ren during the evacuation. I hope you all are ready. I’ve cooked up some fun stuff, I think! Make sure you subscribe to the sequel as well!
Also, funny little note: I got stabbed again. In the side. This is being dictated to Fri, Mr. Stark’s AI, once again. Say hi, Friday!
Hello, readers.
Thanks, Fri. I’ll be better soon, unlike what Mr. Stark’s mother-henning would have you believe. Thank you all for your support throughout the years. It means more than you’ll ever know. I hope you enjoy the end, and stick around for what’s coming next!
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 73 Sun 25 Feb 2024 12:48PM UTC
Final chapter!!! I’ve only been here for a bit, but this is still so exciting! Dude, do you think I could come over later? We’ll probably be seeing less of each other if you’re starting school again, and I wanna finish that Death Star!
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starbore on Chapter 73 Sun 25 Feb 2024 12:57PM UTC
Of course you can! But I actually think me going back to school means you’ll see MORE of me rather than less. ;)
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phan-ted_menace on Chapter 73 Sun 25 Feb 2024 01:09PM UTC
NO WAY!!! Omg I hope we’re in the same classes! I can show you around! This is gonna be great!
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stareshine on Chapter 73 Sun 25 Feb 2024 12:58PM UTC
so proud of you, author. sincerely, one of your very first subscribers, and most loyal supporter. we all love you. thank you for everything, online and off, in and out of the mask.
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starbore on Chapter 73 Sun 25 Feb 2024 01:24PM UTC
Thank YOU for sticking around this whole time. I’ve always loved your comments. I hope I continue to make all of you proud, however that may be. Things are looking like they might actually work out in the end. I’m trying to let myself imagine they will.
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honey_lavenderr on Chapter 73 Sun 25 Feb 2024 01:12PM UTC
kudos!