AUSXIP NETWORK SITE UPDATES Created 15 December 1996 and maintained by MaryD FEBRUARY 2021 Click here for the more current news Click here for the more archived news   26 February 2021 Xena Fanfic - XIPPY Reviews Divinity by Texbard (Linda Crist) This is the sequel to Cleopatra 4AD. Xena and Gabrielle set sail for Lesbos where they spend time in relaxing and showing each other how much they love each other. It's written from Xena's point of view and I really enjoyed it. http://ausxip.com/fanfic12/divinity.html Echoes of the Battling Bard by Iseqween This story takes place between the episodes When Fates Collide and Many Happy Returns. You have to read it very carefully because sometimes things are not as they seem. I enjoyed this a great deal. http://ausxip.com/fanfic14/echoes_of_the_battling_bard.htm Lucy Lawless What's New on Netflix UK This Week - Ash Vs Evil Dead Batwoman Images Added New Cast Promo Photos for Season 2 Added Season 2 Episode 6 Episode Stills Star Trek: Picard Did Jonathan Frakes Just Drop A Big 'Star Trek: Picard' Season 2 Clue? The second season of Star Trek: Picard kicked off production in southern California last Tuesday. There isn't much confirmed about the show's sophomore season, but a Star Trek luminary may have just given us a big clue. Star Trek Paramount Plus Will Have A New Star Trek Series Dropping Every Quarter The Enterprise might be grounded on the big screen, but we're living in a golden age of Star Trek on TV. We've already had three seasons of Discovery, a couple of Short Treks and one apiece for Picard and Lower Decks over the past few years, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. With the launching of Paramount Plus - a revitalized CBS All Access - in March, ViacomCBS is ramping up the franchise even more... Star Trek Universe Trailer Hypes Its Paramount+ Expansion Paramount+ has released a new trailer that features footage from all of the Star Trek Universe shows, which will be available on the streamer.   24 February 2021 Batwoman Batwoman's Rachel Skarsten on Alice's season 2 love story | EW.com Batwoman showrunner Caroline Dries teases Alice will "fumble through these romantic feelings" in this "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind relationship." Superman & Lois Premiere of the new Superman & Lois airs today in the US. Australia will get to see it tomorrow (25 February 2021) on Binge and Foxtel's Fox 8 at 8:30 pm. There will be 15 episodes for Season 1. How Superman & Lois brings the Man of Steel mythos down to earth - and into a new era Tyler Hoechlin remembers the moment he realized Superman & Lois would be unlike any of his past experiences playing the Man of Steel in the Arrowverse. It was during the first week of production on the pandemic-delayed pilot, in November... Star Trek: Picard Production Begins on Star Trek: Picard Season 2 Production on the second season of Star Trek: Picard has begun. Following a few delays related to the ongoing pandemic, it looks like the cast and crew of the series have returned to work and production has finally commenced...   21 February 2021 Facebook Goes To War With Aussies Aussies are not allowed to post links to news sites but as you can see AUSXIP Mothership is alive and well. The social media giants can take away pages if its on social media like FB has done to all Australians today. My advice: get your own site and use it as your main posting venue and then add links to FB and other social sites. Good thing that AUSXIP has a dedicated site on it's own server and doesn't rely on FB. FB is having a stoush with the Australian Government and it seems the Aussie public are paying for it with not being able to post links to news sites (Aussie or Overseas). AUSXIP does have a presence on FB in the form of an official AUSXIP Page and several groups such as: SUPERGIRL, BATWOMAN, WONDER WOMAN and SUPERMAN AND LOIS. The groups have not been affected. The AUSXIP Page was posting news related to strong female characters and actors (and cross posted here on AUSXIP Mothership as well). Xena Fanfic - XIPPY Reviews Denouement by Bel-wah A story set just after the events of When Fates Collide - we read the thoughts of both Xena and Gabrielle. Beautifully written. ttp://ausxip.com/fanfic14/denouement.html Did You Know? by DS Bauden It's been a long time since I read a first time story between Xena and Gabrielle and this one was entertaining, Xena is "stressed" and needs some relief. She goes to the nearest inn and finds a mysterious stranger who turns out to be Xena's greatest desire. Very well done. http://ausxip.com/fanfic14/didyouknow.html Xena Press Ugh. Spoilers for those who haven't see the the final episode. I wish I hadn't seen it. Yes still hurts 20years after. Xena: How the Warrior Princess Died | CBR The cruelty and pain of Xena the warrior princess's death in the show finale was a traumatizing experience for the many fans who loved her.   My Life is Murder My Life is Murder Update from Acorn TV! Bread-baking and crime-fighting P.I. Alexa Crowe (Lucy Lawless) is coming back with 10 new episodes. Check out these glimpses from the New Zealand set Supergirl Jeremy Jordan Talks Hallmark, Playing Twins and 'Supergirl' Final Season (Exclusive) Jordan discusses channeling his best Parent Trap to play twins, filming on location in Malta amid a pandemic and whether he may be popping back in as Winn for one final hurrah in Supergirl's upcoming final season. Sasha Calle to Debut as Supergirl in 'The Flash' for Warner Bros. and DC Superman & Lois Why You Should Be Streaming: 'Superman & Lois' On The CW The Man of Steel is making a return to TV, and it's a Superman series unlike any before. In "Superman & Lois," which premieres Feb 23 on The CW, viewers get an inside look at the titular characters' family life, in a truly modern take on the classic DC Comics tale. Here's why you should plan on checking it out... Superman & Lois Review: This Great Arrowverse Pilot Sets a High Standard With a beautifully filmed premiere episode from Riverdale and The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina veteran Lee Toland Krieger, The CW's Superman & Lois has set a very high standard for itself -- and for superhero shows to follow in the Arrowverse... Star Trek Video: More details of Gates McFadden's upcoming podcast, 'Who Do You Think You Are?' Plus Spiner's advice to Stewart, and Star Trek trivia Enterprise's Brent Spiner Has An Idea For Where The Next Set Of Star Trek Movies Will Go The Star Trek franchise is going strong on the small screen, with multiple series running on CBS All Access, and new ones already in development. However, the popular franchise is not doing nearly as well on the big screen. Following the three films of the "reboot" series, which saw new actors take on the roles of Kirk, Spock, McCoy, and the rest, nobody is quite sure what's next for the films, though several ideas have been floated. It seems certain that there will be new Star Trek films at some point, we just don't know what they'll be about, but Star Trek: The Next Generation actor Brent Spiner thinks that eventually we'll see a reboot version of his series as well....Read More   20 February 2021 Xenite Retreat News The awesome Xenite Retreat usually held in April had to be postponed due to COVID in 2020. Penny Cavanugh, has announced that unfortunately due to COVID (once again), restrictions placed by countries on travel and other issues, the 2021 April XR will be pushed back to April 2022. This is a good decision - despite everyone's disappoitment that the XR won't happen but health and safety come first. A virtual retreat (on Facebook) will still take place. For more info go to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/virtualxeniteretreat   19 February 2021 MaryD's Blog What's On TV: Black Chicks Talking For Aussies: Black Chicks Talking is on SBS on Demand 26 February! Black Chicks Talking 12:35pm, NITV (repeats Tuesday 8 December, 12:20pm) M, CC Australia, 2002 Genre: Documentary Language: English... Renee O'Connor Message from Renee About Her 50th Birthday Message from Renee about her 50th birthday from her Official Instagram account If this is what 50 years around the sun feels like, I accept, and I have...   17 February 2021 Lucy Lawless Noir What ever happened to the new series with Lucy Lawless called Noir? Now we know: Starz greenlit a Raimi-produced live-action series based on anime Noir in 2011, but it never aired because of "difficulty to get the project creatively to a good place." Source Movies Yellow Veil Pictures Handling Animated 'The Spine of Night' Ahead of SXSW Premiere Yellow Veil Pictures is handling worldwide sales on the SXSW Midnighter title The Spine of Night, an animated horror fantasy from filmmakers Philip Gelatt and Morgan Galen King. Lucy has voiced a character called TZOD in the animated fantasy "The Spine of Night" that has been described as "Ultra-violent, fantasy epic, ancient dark magic falls into sinister hands and unleashes ages of suffering onto mankind. A group of heroes from different eras and cultures must band together in order to defeat it at all costs." Batwoman Batwoman's Javicia Leslie hints fans should be "worried" after episode 4 reunion Batwoman MASSIVE spoilers for 'Fair Skin, Blue Eyes' follow. Batwoman star Javicia Leslie has hinted that fans should be "worried" for Ryan Wilder following a big reunion in episode 4... "Batwoman" Episode 204 Recap: The Girl You Couldn't Break On last night's Batwoman, "Fair Skin, Blue Eyes," Ryan is forced to confront a traumatic memory from her past. While the whole world was out searching for missing Beth Kane, going door to door and demanding answers, Ryan was... SPOILERS Superman and Lois Added AUSXIP Superman and Lois Multimedia Site in addition to Facebook Group and Twitter New additions to the AUSXIP Girl Power Section: If you have not seen these shows, I highly recommend them. 9-1-1  It had a strong cast headed up by the incredible Angela Bassett, Aisha Hinds, Jennifer Love Hewitt! 9-1-1: Lone Star This is also a 9-1-1: Lone Star which just got better with the addition of our Xenaverse Alumna - Gina Torres!   15 February 2021 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO RENEE! AUSXIP wishes the INCREDIBLE and SUPER TALENTED #ReneeOConnor a HUGE Happy Birthday! Actress Writer, Director, Producer. 13 February 2021 Xena Fanfic - XIPPY Reviews Divinity by Texbard (Linda Crist) This is the sequel to Cleopatra 4AD. Xena and Gabrielle set sail for Lesbos where they spend time in relaxing and showing each other how much they love each other. It's written from Xena's point of view and I really enjoyed it. http://ausxip.com/fanfic12/divinity.html Do You Know by Lawlsfan Tears welled up in my eyes after reading this. I'm not sure when I will get over that scene in Ides of March in the cell. I don't think there has been any other scene in the show that was as powerful. This story is from Gabrielle's point of view and it's tender, heart-rendering and just so moving. A beautifully written story. http://www.ausxip.com/fanfiction/d/doyouknow.html  Lucy Lawless 2021 SXSW Film Festival To Feature Animated Fantasy "The Spine of Night" Lucy has voiced a character called TZOD in the animated fantasy "The Spine of Night"… Supergirl & Beyond Melissa Benoist Inks Warner Bros. Overall TV Deal The 'Supergirl' star has also formed a new production company and will develop and produce new content, with a potential to star... Star Trek: Discovery Yes, Michael Burnham Can Have It All Captain Burnham is proof that Strong Female Characters don't have to be miserable... Star Trek: TNG Imzadi Ever After Riker and Troi set an example of an equal and enduring partnership...   11 February 2021 Xena Fanfic - XIPPY Reviews Crossing the Fire by Linda Crist Gabrielle ponders what went wrong in her relationship with Xena as she watches her warrior play with baby Eve. Xena also wonders what happened and with a little help from the Goddess of Love, a mystery is solved. Xena and Gabrielle finally have that talk about what went wrong in their relationship. This is a beautifully written story. This easily goes into my favorite story folder. http://ausxip.com/fanfic12/crossingthefire.html Did You Know? by DS Bauden It's been a long time since I read a first time story between Xena and Gabrielle and this one was entertaining, Xena is "stressed" and needs some relief. She goes to the nearest inn and finds a mysterious stranger who turns out to be Xena's greatest desire. Very well done. http://ausxip.com/fanfic14/didyouknow.html Lucy Lawless Mosley Picked Up For North American Distribution for Late 2021 Deadline reports that the NZ/Chinese produced movie Animated feature Mosley has been picked up for North American distribution by Grindstone Entertainment. The release for the CG-animated family adventure for later 2021. The movie has already been released in Australia via SBS On Demand (until 31 June 2021)... Superman & Lois Superman & Lois Review: A Smallville Return and a Provocative Adversary Do This Arrowverse Hero Good True story: Despite being a Smallville superfan, I have had zero interest in Superman & Lois since the day it was announced. None. For one, it overlaps with Supergirl's own run on The CW (which we now know to be ending), and TV's Girl of Steel has already and liberally borrowed from her cousin's comic book lore. Plus, this iteration of Clark and Lois comes with, ugh, teenagers. Well, straight from the Smallville Gazette, here is today's headline: Superman & Lois works. And oftentimes it is quite wonderful...read more Star Trek: Picard Star Trek: Why Patrick Stewart Changed His Mind About Turning Down Picard Patrick Stewart was intent on turning down Star Trek: Picard after hearing that the Star Trek series was in development, so why did he change his mind?  Batwoman Ryan Wilder's New Batwoman Means Gotham Has The Hero They Deserve New Batwoman Ryan Wilder's past makes her a better protector and guardian of Gotham than her predecessor Kate Kane for one important reason...   08 February 2021 MaryD's Blog Amanda Gorman "The Hill We Climb" Poem & Video Batwoman Redesigned the Image Galleries and it looks all nice and modern! Added Season 1 Episode Stills for Episodes 1 - 10 Added Season 1 Episode Stills for Episodes 11-20  Added Season 2 Episode Stills for Episodes 1 - 4 Added Behind The Scenes Images Added Promo Images Season 1 Added Promo Images Season 2   04 February 2021 Xena Convention News Creation Entertainment's Salute to Xena Convention Rescheduled For December 3-5, 2021! Beyond the Xenaverse Interview: Zoë Bell On Directing, Tarantino's Plan To Retire And HAYMAKER Lucy Lawless My Life is Murder Update for Australian Fans Batwoman Confirmed: Season 3 is a go! I'm not surprised. Javicia Leslie is OUTSTANDING in the role (and only 3 episodes in). VERY impressed. Happy for Season 3 renewal! Speaking of Batwoman which check out @AusxipBatwoman on twitter and AUSXIP Batwoman on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/ausxipbatwoman Batwoman: "Fair Skin, Blue Eyes" Photos Released New Batwoman Javicia Leslie always wanted to be a superhero   01 February 2021 Xena: Warrior Princess Screenrant: Xena & Hercules Timeline Explained: When The Shows Take Place Xena Fanfic - From The Archives Darkness Falls by Melissa Good The rift in the series between Xena and Gabrielle was traumatic enough and I was dreading reading fanfic about it. Still, Missy came through with my favorite post-rift story that I have read so many times. She dealt with the issues that Xena and Gabrielle endured and crafted it into one of my all-time favorites. Darkness Falls is about that journey back from Tartarus that Xena and Gabrielle took -- a look into a relationship that withstood the angst and the bitterness. An exceptional story. http://ausxip.com/fanfiction/d/dark1.html Deborah by L. Fox I love this time period and I love the subject matter. Xena and Gabrielle meet Deborah - a prophetess in the land of Israel. She was a woman of courage. Xena and Gabrielle get shipwrecked and the story unfolds from there when Xena's help is required. A beautifully written story by one of my favorite authors. http://ausxip.com/fanfic5/Deborah.html Grey's Anatomy Aussie Fans Grey's Anatomy switches from Seven to Star (on Apple TV) Star Trek Set Phasers to Stream: Here's All the 'Star Trek' Content on CBS All Access TNG Star Trek's Brent Spiner Is Writing a Fictionalized Memoir (MaryD: I think that's called a novel ) Discovery Star Trek: Discovery Will Feature Non-Living Villain In Season 4