Spike Kitten Poker

• She gets drunk with Spike, and calls him 'a neutered vampire who cheats at kitten poker.' After a demon's spell makes them express their emotions in song, and Buffy sings 'I want the fire back', Buffy and Spike begin a physical relationship, consummated two episodes later.
• Named for one of the greatest bluffs on High Stakes Poker, when Phil Ivey raised pre-flop with a five-deuce offsuit, was re-raised by Lex Veldhuis with KJ suited, and then went all in causing Lex to fold his hand.
• The friendly Loose-Skinned demon was first introduced as a kitten poker player in a game that Spike took Buffy to when he was attempting to show her his world. After this point it would seem that a friendship would develop between the two somewhat unusual demons with Clem accompanying Spike to Buffy’s birthday party and even crypt-sitting for Spike.

Synopsis Spike hires the cat and mouse detectives to find out who kidnapping the dog in poker.

'Life Serial' is the fifth episode of season 6 of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Plot[edit]

Buffy returns from her visit with Angel, but doesn't want to talk about it. Instead, the Scoobies discuss Buffy's future plans. Not knowing what she wants to do in life, Buffy agrees to audit the classes Willow and Tara are taking until the next semester starts.

The Trio prepares for its competition to test Buffy, setting up their van with high-tech monitoring equipment.

At school, Buffy finds herself overwhelmed by a class she takes with Willow. Buffy later meets up with Tara for Art History, but before class begins Warren tags her with a tiny device that causes time to fast-forward. Buffy is dazed as the world whizzes around her; when she finally notices the device Warren planted on her, it self-destructs and puts Buffy back in normal time.

Buffy works with Xander at his construction job, telling him about the time situation at school before she is introduced to Tony, the boss. Andrew summons demons from the van, which trash the construction site before Buffy kills them. Unfortunately, Buffy knocks Tony unconscious and the construction men she saves refuse to admit they were saved by a girl. Xander gets mad at Buffy for bringing slaying to his work place but understands that something is happening. However, he is still forced to fire her.

Buffy learns about working at The Magic Box from Giles and Anya as Jonathan begins a spell to loop time until Buffy satisfies a customer. Buffy assists a man with a candle sale and then goes downstairs to fetch a live mummy hand for a female customer, but the hand attacks her and she is forced to kill it, which also kills the sale. Events start to repeat as Buffy must help the customers and fight the mummy hand over and over again, being reduced to tears out of frustration. She is stuck in an unsolved dilemma, but soon Buffy is able to end the spell by telling the woman she will order the hand instead of going downstairs to fight with the one they already have. Stressed out by the repeating time and the job itself, Buffy walks out. All the while, the three villains keep scores on their Buffy attacks.

Later that night, Buffy gets drunk with Spike at his crypt. Completely hammered, Buffy goes with Spike to a bar where he plays poker (using kittens as currency) and searches for information. After the poker game ends badly, Buffy rants to Spike about the new low her life has reached with her inability to understand school or get a decent job. Buffy and Spike notice a black van; the Trio notices Buffy approaching with alarm.

A fake demon appears from behind the van and threatens Buffy, but it is beaten down while the van drives away. With the use of smoke to confuse the slayer and vampire, the demon (Jonathan in disguise) runs away and complains to the Trio who realize they now have much information on Buffy's fighting style that can be used against her. Buffy begins to recover from her drunken state and complains to Giles about her life. He consoles her and offers her a cheque to help pay for all the expenses. Buffy says she is happy that Giles will always be there, but the look on Giles's face suggests that he might not always be.

Cultural references[edit]

• The title of the episode is a pun on the breakfast cereal Life.
• Logan's Run: When Warren plants the time dilation device on Buffy, he uses the codename 'Logan 5' and refers to Buffy as 'the runner.'
• Monty Python's Dead Parrot sketch: During the time loop sequence, the Trio references the famous sketch with 'This mummy hand has ceased to be!' 'This is an ex-mummy hand!' This same sketch is also referenced when Buffy attempts to sell the stabbed mummy hand to the woman. The woman says the hand is now dead, only for Buffy to respond that it's just 'playing dead,' mimicking the shopkeeper's insistence to the customer in the Parrot Sketch that the parrot is still alive.
• Groundhog Day: The sequence in the Magic Box is similar to the film's main plot.
• Star Trek: The Next Generation: Andrew describes the time loop they have put Buffy into as being 'like that episode of TNG' in which the Enterprise-D continually explodes ('Cause and Effect').
• X-Files: Warren responds, 'Or Mulder, in that X-Files where the bank kept exploding' (Season 6 episode 'Monday').
• James Bond: The Trio has a protracted argument over actors who have played James Bond: Sean Connery, Roger Moore and Timothy Dalton. Warren insists that Moonraker was inexcusable. Dr. No, the first film of the Bond series, is also mentioned.
• Star Wars: Andrew spray paints a mural of the Death Star from Return of the Jedi on the side of the Trio's van, and the van's horn plays the Star Wars main theme.
• Tara makes reference to watching SpongeBob SquarePants with Willow to Buffy during Buffy's speed problems at college.
• The sculpture shown in the pages of Tara's 'Renaissance book' before her art appreciation class is called the Ecstasy of Saint Theresa, and is more accurately described as Baroque.
• Black vans similar to the one used by The Trio were used in Joss Whedon's other project Dollhouse.

Continuity[edit]

Arc significance[edit]

• Crossover with Angel: A meeting between Buffy and Angel takes place immediately before this episode (between the corresponding Angel episodes 'Carpe Noctem' and 'Fredless'). It is the subject of Jane Espenson's Buffy/Angel comic, Reunion.
• The good demon Clem, who will later befriend Buffy and the other Scoobies, appears for the first time playing kitten poker. He is credited as 'Loose Skinned Demon'.
• Buffy shows how she would rather hang out with Spike than the other Scoobies. The two now share common interests which will lead to their physical relationship later in the season.
• Though it could have been inferred from previous episodes, the specialties of all of the Trio members are established; Warren's is technology, Andrew's is demon summoning, and Jonathan's is magic.
• Although Buffy is back with the Watchers' Council, which pays its Watchers (including Giles) and appears to have financially supported other Slayers such as Kendra, no one appears to think of asking them to put Buffy on their payroll. This may be because Kendra was a one-off, or the show's creators wanted Buffy more grounded; to face financial crisis with no true 'happy ending'.

Reception[edit]

The Futon Critic named it the 15th best episode of 2001.^[1]

References[edit]

1. ^Brian Ford Sullivan (January 4, 2002). 'The 50 Best Episodes of 2001 - #20-11'. The Futon Critic. Retrieved August 2, 2010.

External links[edit]

• 'Life Serial' on IMDb
• 'Life Serial' at TV.com

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Afternoon by Wesleysgirl It was the first time Spike had said his name since this had started

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The Annual Sunnydale Charity Bachelor Auction by Cath Xander is asked to be in an auction, as merchandise.

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Attic by Yin Again An encounter in Buffy's attic.

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Back Alley by Fanbot Xander sees Spike do something he wished he hadn't, then turns it to his advantage

Bare It All by Authoress Nebula

Beginning by Sukiblue It felt just like it should, like an end.

The Bet by Margie

Between Two Flights by Taruma Based on the film Before Sunrise just a different town and plane instead of train. Spike and Xander meet at the airport and spend the day in Berlin, Germany.

Birthday Blues by Darkhavens Xander celebrates a birthday that no-one else remembers. Spike helps.

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Boots by Pirate Purple Xander develops a new kink.

Breathe by Wolfshark Spike hides from Graham and Riley in Xander's basement

Brothers in Arms by Poshcat Xander pays a visit to Wolfram&Hart

Brown Paper Packages by Alexandria Xander rents videoporn and finds he knows one of the stars

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Candy Apples by Spike_1790 Magic candy apples on Halloween

Call Me But Love by Cobalt Mystic Their friends had done everything short of droppin’ a spell on them.

Carnivale Mystique by BmblBee A mysterious carnival appears on the outskirts of Sunnydale.

Category Ten by Beetle A quick run through of Xander's life

Caught by Ahestele Spike and Xander are caught in a broken down car in the snow.

Changing His Religion by Eyezrthewindows Xander tries to adjust to realising he's gay

Chocolate Hurricane by Cicirossi Xander becomes addicted to chocolate. And to Spike

Choices by Crazydiamondsue Set in Africa immediately post AtS Season-5 Damage

Closeted by Kimberly_A The boys are caught while on an army base. Preview

Contradictions by Amejisuto Xander never forgot that Spike was evil

The Costs of Negotiating by Entrenous Spike handles a delegate from the New Watcher’s Council on Angel’s tab.

The Course of True Love by Amejisuto The course of true love never did run smooth.

Cravings by Jujukittychick Spike and Xander have had cravings for years, it's about time they finally accept them.

Cues and Balls by Estepheia Spike and Xander bond over a game of pool

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The Dance by Mad Poetess Spike is behaving strangely. Xander is worried

Dancer by Robin The Crossover Junkie AU future fic. Seven years on and the Scoobies find Spike working at the Purple Onion

Dark Night by Randy Sex Kitten A dark night, two outcasts flying through the desert, wind pouring in the open windows.

Demon Drink by Bruttimabuoni He’d secretly rather have had a little time to become truly desperate and grateful for release than to be mocked after only five minutes of uncomfortable dangling

DeSoto 4 Sale by Whichclothes Someone has a Desoto for sale.

Diapers and Wet Dreams by Eyezrthewindows Xander has a strange dream.

A Different Kind of Blue by Slaymesoftly Willow's my-will-be-done-spell plays out a bit differently

Don't Ask, Don't Tell by Fanbot Spike remembers an encounter with Xander

Drabbles by Nash First time drabbles

Dreams of the Tin Man by Jenny Spike has a weird dream and joins the Scoobies in asking that age old question: Who the fuck was that guy with the cheese?

Drinking Games by Randy Sex Kitten & Kyrieane A male bonding ceremony

Dr. Spike by Jasonsnene Xander goes to the doctor. He gets very thoroughly examined.

The 8 Ball of Fate by Jameschick Xander gets a roommate . . . Spike

Emerging by Anna S Xander wasn't sure how to date a vampire.

Escape To Oblivion by Loopy Spike's got a new habit and Xander decides he needs to quit.

Essentially A Partnership by Reremouse Good thing it's too late for Harris to go back to the old solitary, normal, Spikeless lifestyle

Everlasting Love by Amejisuto Weird weather invades Sunnydale and Xander tries to bring the Scoobies together to figure out what’s happening, while at the same time he figures out that his vampire roomate has a crush on him. Continued in Damned With You

Everybody Thinks by Skitterby Non-con of the 'But, Spike, I don't wanna--oh, god, do that again!' variety.

Every Claim You Stake by Eyezrthewindows Xander joined the W&H crew after Sunnydale's collapse.

Every Man by Skargasm It wasn't every man that got Spike to wondering but this one did....

Everything You Ever by Emelye 'Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end.' Preview

Evil Takes The Summer Off by Reremouse Xander has an unusual encounter at Theme Park World

Evil Things by Skuzzbopper Summary: Xander has dug a hole. Now it's time to fill it up.

Fanfic Made Me Gay by Jameschick

Fifty Bucks by Tabaqui Xander's missing a $50 note and he's pretty sure he knows where it went

First Date's a Charm by Strickens_girl Xander is upset after his demonic date. Spike offers a “male perspective”.

First Kiss by Spikedluv Spike and Xander’s first kiss

The First Step by Darkling Dawns Evil!Spike in control. Xander helpless and enjoying it.

First Time by C. Woodhaven Spike and Xander's first time in the Crossing the Streams verse

The First Time by Skargasm Xander shares the tale of his first time with Spike with Willow.....

First Times Series by Karen Xander makes tentative steps towards a friendship of sorts with Spike

First!verse by Darkhavens A lifetime's worth of landmarks

Five Ways Spike and Xander Didn't Meet by Spikedluv A series of five stories detailing five ways Spike and Xander didn't meet.

Fork in the Road by Sparrow2000 Xander comes back from his road trip and checks out the scene at the Bronze.

For My Pains A World Of Sighs by Baudown Things went differently in Prague, and Spike shows up in Sunnydale a few months early.

Found by Baudown Post-series (BtVS and AtS). They run into each other by chance

Fourth Time Lucky by LadyMerlin Xander keeps walking in on Spike

Four Ways Spike And Xander's First Time Might Have Gone by Spank Spike Five alternate first times

Gate 12 by Baudown Post-series, ignores the comics. 'Airports were the worst...'

Gemini by FireHorse Xander's bored, then he's not. The same scene from different angles.

Getting Bent Series by Mad Poetess What if Xander had sampled some of his own wares in BtVS season 4 Beer Bad?

Getting Their Feet Wet by Noandwhere Spike has unusual notions of flirting

The Gods of Obnoxious Weather by Dustandroses If Xander doesn't stop complaining about the weather, Spike's likely to do something extreme.

Gone Redux by Thedabara_cds What if the 'naked push-ups' scene from the episode 'Gone' went a little differently?

Good Plans by Cobalt Mystic He needed to see for himself, to know that the Whelp was alright. It wasn't that he doubted what Angel had told him, exactly; more some puerile need to prove it to himself and not simply take King Broody's word.

The Gratification Series by Trixx Xander after a long hard day at work. S/X Self Pleasure.

The Guide by Whichclothes Xander's in New York to do a difficult job.

Guys' Night In by Rowaine What starts out as boycotting Valentine's Day by watching a sci-fi marathon ends up with a little more than either had intended.

Half the Battle by Yin Again It's nearly impossible to speak with someone's tongue in your mouth.

Happy Halloween by Skargasm Which one is being tricked?

Haunted by Jameschick Xander and Spike are possessed in a haunted house

A Haunting Ache by Raihne Xander's dead and buried. But is he gone?

Having a Real Good Day by Elena Set during the episode 'Spiral'. Spike and Xander have some semi-private time.

Heart and Head by Morrigushout Xander suffered fatal damage when he stopped Willow from ending the world.

Heat of the Moment by Cobalt Mystic Xander wasn’t entirely sure what came over him, but he needed the vampire.....

Heatwave by Nomelon It would feel even better if Spike would kiss him back. Preview

He Might Be a Pain in the... But He's My pain by CC Xander's pretty sure he still doesn't like Spike, but now he's got smoochy feelings for him.

Here for a Good Time (Not a Long Time) by Cordelianne Cleveland sucks in the winter, but Bermuda is awesome, except for the zombies.

Hidden Desires by Obsession_is Spike ponders his obsession for Xander. When he runs into him, do they act on their hidden desires for each other?

Higher Learning by Yin Again Xander had intended to start his PhD this fall, not teach literature to a bunch of privileged rich kids

High, Flying, Fucked by Nash Xander comes home decidedly high

His Story by Cobalt Mystic He’d decided long ago that no lover of his would ever feel misused

Hold Me Down by Wesleysgirl Because kissing is one thing, but bed is a completely other. Thing.

Honesty Is Always The Best Policy by Eyezrthewindows Willow's truth spell works a little too well

Hot Showers and Cold Baths by Michelle Its hot. How do they cool off?

Hour of Power by Robin The Crossover Junkie One hour to atone. Xander has his own unique suggestion for Spike

How to Kill Time with a Vampire by Spikedluv Xander’s secret admirer is revealed.

The Hunter by Jenny One thing Xander Harris knew how to do was hunt Vampires

If All Morning Afters Were Like This... by Eyezrthewindows Xander has a small problem. . .and Spike isn't helping

If It Wasn't for Bad Luck by Whichclothes A chance encounter with a demon changes Xander's luck.

Incident on the Bay of the Descending Dragon by Reremouse Spike's not the kind of guy who'd show up in Vietnam to joke about being Xander's whore. Outside Link

In Plain Sight by Electricalgwen Xander moans about his dating difficulties. Spike feels he's overlooking the obvious

In So Deep by Apreludetoanend What happened in the BtVS S4 episode 'Hush' after Xander tied Spike up for the night and turned out the light?

Ironing Out The Kinks by electricalgwen Image is important

Irony by Emelye A discrepancy between the expected result and actual results when enlivened by perverse appropriateness

It's Just A Jump to the Left by Kimberly Xander is trapped in a time loop, with no control over his actions in the future time he keeps cycling around to. Preview

It's Just Sex byCharmin Spike is horny

It's Not by Cordelianne Yep, it’s a routine. And routines are good, right?

It Started With a Kiss by Skargasm Sometimes it's not what happens during the game that you remember...

It Was Supposed to Happen Like That by Cobalt Mystic Spike and Xander are oblivious as always, but it's just possible it won't take much to push them together

I Would, but I'm a Little Tied up Right Now by Jane Davitt Why was it that just touching the ropes he used to lash Spike to the chair gave him a hard on that hurt?

Just Once by Fangrrl The scoobies will face Glory later tonight, and Xander doesn't want to leave any…unfinished business

Kissing Cousins by Eyezrthewindows Spike and Xander are teenagers. Spike's a horndog who'll even screw with one of his relatives. wip

Knight in Shining Armor by Dustandroses Spike is stuck with Xander, cleaning out an old, old rodent's nest. What they find inside may bore them, but who knows, maybe it will change their lives.

Knocking On Heaven's Door by Emelye Xander's life is worthless and he's trying to be proactive about it

Knowing Style by Paperk8 There was a time when Xander wouldn’t know a subtle seduction if it bit him on the ass.

Lady Luck by Whichclothes Several years post-series, Xander runs into Spike. Is their luck about to change?

Laid Bare by Robin the Crossover Junkie A bet leads to more than expected

The Lamest Spell by Nomelon The lamest spell in the history of Sunnydale is cast on Spike. Xander gets caught in the crossfire. Preview

The Last Morning by Altyronsmaker Spike’s been getting in later and later, pushing his luck with the daylight

A Lesson in Principles by Annie Sewell-Jennings Spike is tied up in Xander's Basement and bored

Letting the Cables Sleep by Strickens_girl Post NFA. Spike and Xander find each other

Lines in the Sand by Meredith Bronwen Mallory A young girl promises her first born to a vampire.

A Little Fairy Tale by Xanphibian Spike's had enough of waiting

A Little Porn by Margie He'd scoured the Blockbuster for just the right video weeks ago.

Lost at Sea by Elizabeth Ann Shan-Shued Spike. Lonely Xander, though not if you ask him. And a Singles Cruise.

Lost, Or Somewhere Near There by Angel Jade Xander is mindsucked by Glory and when Spike finds him, he unwittingly becomes the boy's only hope of recovery

Love of the Loveless by FeatheredQuill Spike becomes intrigued when he realizes Xander has been frequenting a notorious gay bar.

Lucky by Spikedluv Xander runs into Spike prior to the events of School Hard.

Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know by MissE Spike comes to the Hellmouth early, during Xander's hyena possession

Meant to Be by LadyMerlin Xander makes a confession

Midnight at LAX by Ahestele 15 years after the end of season 6 (but season 7 never happened), a chance meeting between Spike and Xander leads to angsty schmoop. A combination of romance and emotional hesitations and miscommunication eventually set right. Preview

Midnight Revelation by Harikari Spike and Xander talk (and more) after a successful hunt

Missing You by Darkhavens Xander misses more than he expected to after the loss of Sunnydale.

Molesting the Xander by Dustandroses Spike has plans for Xander, but Xander is too caught up in Ampata, the beautiful South American exchange student/Mummy Girl, to notice.

Moon Dance by Jenny Once a month there really is magic in the air

Moonlighting by Margie Spike finds Xander moonlighting in a gay bar

Mouse by Mouse Xander has a fear of rodents and enlists Spike to rid him of a mouse. Spike, who has his own agenda, accepts the challenge.

My New Favourite Day by Spike_1790 Alcohol, truth and dare, and a good time had by all.

My Room by Amejisuto Instead of Xander leaving Anya, Anya leaves Xander at the alter. The rest of Season Six gets a little altered from there.

My Scorpion by FireHorse Xander offers Spike a deal after his failed attempt to remove the chip. Preview

Never Tell by Emmalinell 'Is there anyone here who hasn't slept together?'

The New Initiative by Rosejax The Initiative captured Xander, put a chip in his head, and sent him off to kill Spike with a tracer sewn into his body

The New Year's Kiss by Virtual Personal A first kiss on New Year's.

No Power on Earth byCirce What Xander did on his summer vacation

Not in So Many Words by Vinniebatman After returning from Africa, Xander gets stuck patrolling with Spike.

Not Gonna Happen... Really. by Tisienne Blue Spike and the girls have a plan. Sometimes things don’t work out the way you plan… and it’s for the best. Preview

The Not-So-Giving Tree by Emelye It was a simple enough plan. Go to Orange County. Find the tree. Kill the tree. Get the ring. Shag Xander.

Not So Innocents Abroad by Cimmer It's off to South America for the Naming Day Sequel to Old Friends

Obstacles by Fan Spagle Xander gives his first blowjob and hey, no one is perfect their first time.

The Odd Man Looking In by Lusciousspike Buffy died saving the world and her sister. Everyone deals with grief their own way.

Of Persons Outside Windows by Baudown Set in an altered season 4. They get to know each other.

Of Tongues and Teeth by Amejisuto Spike and Xander claim each other

One Drunken Night by Scorpio Xander and Spike get drunk at Willie's. Very drunk.

One Stormy Night by Joolz Spike and Xander take shelter from the storm

On The Job by Kimalis The sound and smell of Harris is playing havoc with his senses and his soddin’ jeans are too tight again

Opening Dialogue by JitkaJaylor Anya knows what she wants. Spike wants what he knows. And Xander probably wasn’t the best idea at a go-between.

Or Forever Hold Your Peace by Savoy Truffle Spike turns up just before Xander's about to make a second attempt to get married.

Pain Pills by Akasakasan Spike takes care of Xander when he's sick.

Paper by Skuzzbopper Xander and Spike screw around while stoned. In the process, Spike reawakens his love for the written word.

Phantoms by Lady Cat This is his last night in South Africa

Pixie Dust by Wolfshark Spike's been hit with Demon pixie dust

Plan B by Spikedluv Xander gets caught red-handed and Spike gives him a helping hand.

Please Don't Tell Me by Strickens_girl Season 7, the night before the big battle, Xander and Spike finally see each other

Porch by Estepheia The fact that Spike’s mannerisms felt familiar even when Xander wasn’t watching, well, that was just a little disconcerting

Predators by Kahuna Burger Xander hooks up with a guy who everybody likes... except Spike.

Protective Custody by Nash After the Hellmouth is closed, Spike gets a choice.

Prove It by Darkling Dawns Spike and Xander have a bet

The Punk Duck Machine by Skuzzbopper Xander's oboe

A Puppy is Forever by Nash

Quick Draw by Spike 1790 It happens to everyone, right?

Quick Fix by Darkling Dawns He never knew exactly why he kissed Spike wip

Rainbow by Emelye Willow's comfort gift kept on giving

Repeat Offender by Mrs Sakuma A misunderstanding

Rescued by Spikedluv Spike, reluctant hero turned rescue-ee

Reunion by Forsaken2003 Xander comes back to England after going off to figure out what it is that he wants

Reveille by Tabaqui What would have happened if Xander had joined the Army, like Spike suggested, in 'The Yoko Factor'?

Right Moment by calikocat Takes place sometime during season 4. Just a moment between the guys where feelings are revealed.

Right or Wrong by Singedbylife Xander's about to do what he's always been told is wrong.

Road Trip by Wolfshark On a road trip, Xander makes a confession

Risen From the Ashes by Lar Spike and Xander have something in common. They've both had a few Angelus inspired nightmares.

Rubbing the Wrong Way by Elena Xander and Spike help expand Dawn's vocabulary.

Sacrifice by WithDemonWings Xander feels completely unloved and unwanted by everyone and then he's snatched for a demon sacrifice.

Saved by Baudown Why Xander doesn't want Spike to stay in the basement.

Say My Name by Fangrrl Xander gives in to the desire to just take what he wants.

Scream by Cassie Spike sees it. Why won't anybody else. What won't they open their eyes and look at the wreck that is Xander Harris.

Scream by Randy Sex Kitten Xander turns Dracula down.

Sealing his Fate by Dustandroses Spike has plans for Xander, but Xander is too caught up in Ampata, the beautiful South American exchange student/Mummy Girl, to notice.

Second Night of the Zeppo by Fanbot Why do these crazy things always happen to Xander?

Sense Memory by Tabaqui Xander hasn't ever given Spike's coat much thought

Sex Pollen by Fangrrl Spike and Xander are accidently coated with lust powder

Shadow of a Man by Whichclothes Xander gives in to his inner darkness during season 4, with lasting consequences for him and Spike.

Sharing by Lady Cat & Wolfshark After dancing around each other for a while, Xander decides he's had enough and finally just takes what he wants. Spike isn't objecting.

Skeleton in the Closet by Forsaken2003 Spike wants Xander but he needs to get Xander to open up before he can get what he wants.

A Slayer, A Witch, and a Vampire walk into a Bar by Spike_1790 Some unexpected revelations

The Smallest Mask by Whichclothes Xander is bait. Who will he catch?

Snow by Spank Spike Spike has something to tell Xander

Something . . . Borrowed by Beetle Re-write of season 4: Something Blue

Something Has to Make You Run by Anyssia They had both been left behind

A Spander Advent by Whichclothes Angel sends Spike on an errand, and Spike meets up with an old acquaintance.

Spike and Xander's Rocking New Year's Eve by Dustandroses Spike, why are you in my house, wearing my last clean pair of underwear?

Spike's Pet by Skargasm Sometimes the bars of the cage cannot be seen until someone sets you free...

Spike/Xander - A story told in 20 drabbles by Skargasm The stages of becoming a couple

The Suicide Plot by Kayla Xander attempts suicide. Spike fixes him.

A Summer Sun in Winter by LadyMerlin Spike wants to feel the warmth of the sun again

Sweet Dreams byCJ Spike peeks at Xander's dreams.

Sweet Dreams by Nash and Virtual Personal William the Bloody from an alt universe kidnapped Xander and Spike went to the rescue.

Sweet Tears by LadyMerlin Spike and Xander find comfort in the only place left to them

Taste Like Sin by Just Ink Me Xander wonders how blood tastes to Spike

Tequila! by Just Ink Me After Xander's recent breakup with Anya, the girls decide he needs a night to let loose.

The One in the Cave by Anna S The evening had gone wrong somewhere around seven a.m. when the alarm went off and he'd decided to get out of bed

The One Where Xander Isn't Quite James Bond by Anna S Real virgins for the sacrifice are rare these days, but Spike can pass on a technicality.

The Seduction of Dreams by Whichclothes Xander has some confusing dreams.

Thursday Night Kitten Poker by Thedabara_cds A game of kitten poker at Willy's leads to a friendship with Spike,which eventually deepens into true love and lots of hot kinky sex

To Be Beneath You by Tienco Spike's having issues. Xander offers to help.

Tonight's Different by Flufshepherd Spike wants something, and maybe tonight's the night.

Touch by Two Ladies of Quality Set during the episode Seeing Red, but Spike delays a little longer and Xander arrives a little earlier, and things get discussed. Sequel to Steam

Touched by Robin The Crossover Junkie Without realizing, the boys have become close

Transfer by Shanyah Xander just can't seem to settle down

Trashy Romances by MissE Just like Buffy's books

Treading Water by Skuzzbopper Xander accidentally releases a 'genie', and in a state of melancholy, gives in and starts making wishes.

Trickery byCJ Spike makes a surprising discovery about Xander. Do they both end up getting what they want?

Triple Dog Dare by Rayne Jelly There was a part of me that knew it was a generic leer, and wondered in a mean sort of way what would happen if I took him up on the offer

True Feelings by CJ & Slaygaluk Spike finds a way to make Xander admit his true feelings

The Truth of a Vision by Randy Sex Kitten Season One. Spike has been sent to Sunnydale for a reason

Truth or Dare by Byrne Dawn dares Xander to ask Spike out on a date

Truth or Dare by MissE Spike, Xander and Giles play drunk Truth or Dare

Two Into One by Bruttimabuoni The Plucky Boy Detectives in... The Nether Wallop Mystery

Unexpected by Fangrrl At the end of the world, Xander and Spike form an unexpected relationship.

Unexpected Package by Baudown It's just magic

Unexpected Pleasures by Spike_1790 Spike’s POV. An interruption goes better than expected.

A Universe of Yes by Vinniebatman After getting fired from two jobs in one week Xander felt he deserved to get well and thoroughly sloshed

Vampirism: A Practical Guide to an Alternative Lifestyle by Cobalt Mystic Anya and Wills decide to 'fix' Xander's love life. Spike does NOT approve.

Virgin Bride by Robin The Crossover Junkie Spike and Xander are getting married

Waking Up by Savoy Truffle Xander wakes up as a Demon, and then is captured by the Initiative. Spike is the only one who can understand him

Watching by Forsaken2003 Xander is being watched.

The Weather Conditions Series by Druffine Spike misses the warmth of the sun

The Wedding Quilt by Angelee A wedding quilt and a few surprises

We're Not Gay. We're Just Friends. Who Have Sex by Juliatheyounger Spike and Xander discover they have a couple of things in common.

What a Wicked Thing to Do by Elena All it took was a phone call,and Xander was twisted around Buffy's little finger

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What Happens in Africa, Stays in Africa by Jameschick Because of Andrew, Xander finds himself in a situation that only Spike can get him out of.

What's A Rogue Demon? by Spikedluv Xander’s next hunt takes him back to LA.

What The? by Chocgood84 Xander's not sure what Spike is up to...

When Unlife Gives you Lemons by Obsession_is Spike is bored in Xander's basement room and decides to make some fun for himself.

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White Horse by BmblBee When a man's rod gets hard, he just wants to get off. Period.

Who?What?Huh? by Margie Willow's spell goes wrong, and Spike and Xander exchange bodies for a time

Who You Want by Mrs Sakuma Xander's got Spike, and not a bleeding chance of kids.

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Wicked Plans by MissE Spike decides that Xander will make a perfect mate

The Wild Hunt by Whichclothes Vampires do not celebrate Christmas, but maybe they can celebrate something else instead.

With Malice Aplenty by Sevendeadlyfun Revenge can take many forms. Pleasure is often the worst revenge of all...

Wrong Side of the Bed by Whichclothes Spike and Xander end up in bed together. But they're not gay, you know.

Xander Harris, Space Explorer by Wolfelements Still, he kind of loved Sheppard, because being put on a team with not only Buffy but his best friend as well? That was just epically awesome in a way he couldn't fully describe.

Xander's Favorite Stake by Dustandroses There was no one in the world that Xander hated more than he hated Spike.

Yindagger's Prezzie by Metaforgirl“Simpler times,” said Xander sentimentally. “Remember? It was so easy. You wanted to kill us. We hated you. Easy.”

Your Life Will Never Be The Same by Akasakasan Xander is injured during a fight

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