Martian Manlove

The Martian Manlove series, aka the J'onnverse, was created by Chicago sometime in late 2002/early 2003. The series began as a result of three things - Chicago's longtime love of the character of J'onn J'onzz, a challenge from friends to pair Batman and the Martian Manhunter and Justice League of America #58.The Martian Manlove Series Introduction (via Wayback, Sep 13, 2016)
The series focuses on the slash pairing of Bruce Wayne/J'onn J'onzz from DC Comics. It spans two years of the relationship from its inception, with a further three years planned out and some stories begun. Chicago was not the only author - other writers who provided stories were nw's chick, Darklady, SKH, Smitty, StarStorm, ManEaterLad, Hotspur and Shadow Kyle
According to the AO3 entry, there are a total of 68 stories in the collection.
== J'onnverse Canon Notes ==
Notes on the J'onnverse Canon - Chicago's notes on the characters, the setting and the timeframe.
== Year One ==
* Only Human - Batman and Martian Manhunter embark on a new path that somehow feels like home. *Set immediately after the JLA "Terror Incognito" storyline.* 
* Alienated - The members of the JLA react to what they know and question what they don't. 
* Thesis - On Mars, Bruce battles the Martian god H'ronmeer for the right to save J'onn's life.
* Comforts of Home - Alfred returns to Wayne Manor to help J'onn recover.
* Flame by Darklady - The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, as J'onn faces his first flame since "Terror Incognito."
* Guarded - Sasha Bordreax meets Bruce's new houseguest "Alana" and reflects on how she's not really Bruce's "usual type" of girl.
* Confronting - Batman faces an angry and confused JLA.
* Antithesis - Rated R for adult situations and sexual content. Bruce and J'onn try lovemaking Bruce's way. 
* Family Affairs - Bruce introduces Dick to his new relationship but--as usual--his history comes back to bite him in the butt.
* Assured - Clark visits J'onn and frayed nerves are soothed.
* Nightline - Barbara helps Dick come to terms with the changes he's been forced to face.
* Telling Tales Out of School - The sharing of secrets reunites Batman and Robin. 
* Synthesis - Rated R for adult situations and sexual content. J'onn brings comfort to Bruce after a hard patrol.
* Tea Time - A family dinner sparks some concerns about acceptance.
* Thanksgiving is for Family by Darklady
** Chapter One - Plasticman and his friend Woozy make the best of a Thanksgiving spent on monitor duty and Flash gets a talk about trust and tolerance
** Chapter Two: Comedy of Manners - A Batfamily Thanksgiving, chock full of tradition teaches J'onn a few lessons about American holidays.
* Confessions - J'onn brings his side of the family into the circle. 
* All's Fair - The Justice League learns the fate of Atlantis. Note that in the J'onnverse, this story replaces DC canon's "Obsidian Age."
* Ace by Darklady - Bruce remembers the receiving of a very special gift.
* Warmth by Darklady -The first family Christmas for J'onn allows Bruce an element of surprise. 
* Fidelity by Darklady - After Lucius' death, Bruce must take a more active role in Wayne Enterprises.
* Paternal Instinct - Gypsy reminds J'onn that a father's heart is true in any culture.
* Cold - The chill in the air is not just from the weather. 
* I Thought I Saw A... by Darklady - Beware of playful Martians! 
* Doghouse - Bruce and Dick share a bonding moment after being exiled by their lovers. 
* Paper Hearts by Darklady and Chicago - It's Valentine's Day, and love is in the air... along with bullets, shrapnel, electronic scramblers...
* Dark Side of the Moon - Superman stumbles upon J'onn's favorite stargazing spot.
* A Night at the Theater by nw's chick - Bruce shares a tradition with J'onn. 
* Conspiracy - When the "girls" of the Batclan get together, Bruce Wayne should worry. 
* Play by Darklady and Chicago - Sometimes an alien menace is a good thing.
* The Many Faces of J'onn - Note the first column of stories is in the main J'onnverse sequence in the order they appear.
* J'onnverse canon - by Darklady 
** Scent of a Woman
** Spoiler Games
** Game Spoiled
* Non-Canon:
** Les Fraudes ne Prosperent Jamais by StarStorm
** Unsuspecting by nw's chick
** Old Games, New Venues by Smitty
** Two2Tango by Darklady
* Easter Bunny by Darklady - The annual Wayne Charities Easter Egg Hunt gets an unexpected contribution. 
* Waking - It is a time of unparalleled peace and prosperity on Earth, and it has J'onn worried.
* Bedtime Stories - The members of the Justice League recover from the events of Waking.
** Green Lantern
** Plasticman
** Superman 
** Wonder Woman
** The Flash 
** Aquaman
* After - In the aftermath of Waking, Bruce and J'onn reach a new understanding.
* Fugitive Endeavor by Darklady and Chicago - Lex Luthor reactivates plans he put on hold after the events of "Terror Incognito."
* Setback - Luthor always has an escape plan. 
* Issues - Plasticman confronts his attraction to Batman. 
* Globetrotting - Luthor's spin control shakes J'onn's sense of home.
* Pizza Night at Warriors (Power Company Crossover!) - There is more than one way to be in the closet. 
== Year Two ==
* Paper - Monitor duty is never really lonely.
* 30/30 - Stories by Chicago, Darklady, nw's chick, SKH, Smitty, StarStorm, ManEaterLad, Hotspur and 'rith
** The Challenge - Sometimes it might be wiser not to question Clark Kent.
** The First Date by Darklady
** Try the Crab by Chicago
** Datus Interruptus by Chicago
** Show Business by Chicago
** Tales from the Bloody Rudder by Darklady
** Splash Zone by Chicago and Darklady
** Just Casing the Joint by Darklady
** Among US by nw's chick
** On Ice - by Chicago
** Going to the Dogs by Chicago and Darklady
** Puppy Love by Chicago and Darklady
** The Body Guard by nw's chick
** Two Step by Smitty
** Don't Try This At Home by Chicago
** Fourth and Goal by SKH
** Empty Orchestra by StarStorm and nw's chick
** Divides by Chicago and Darklady
** The Building by Hotspur (NC-17)
** Workout by Chicago and Darklady (plus Hot Oil by ManEaterLad [NC-17])
** Child's Play by Smitty
** Is That a Rabbit in Your Pocket? by Chicago
** May I Have This Dance? by ManEaterLad
** Late Night Double Feature by Chicago and 'rith
** For a Song by nw's chick
** Fair Fare by Chicago
** Hidden Beauty by Chicago
** Bail by Chicago
** Want by Hotspur (NC-17) (plus Out-Take Date 28 by Smitty)
** Jazz by Chicago and StarStorm
** Start Back to One by Chicago and Darklady (R)
** Epilogue by Chicago
Memory by Darklady - J'onn reflects on the events of the past month. 
Bring Him Home by StarStorm - Kyle has a moment of inspiration, but what to do with the result?
Feeding Pigeons - Clark Kent has lost his job at the Planet, but he is still a man with a mission. 
The Apprentice - Some villains have very focused goals.
Oversung Hero - Stephanie Brown always thought she wanted to be a superhero, but she has cause to worry about what she wished for.
Well Met on Moonrise - J'onn deals with one of his least favorite things: a routine JLA meeting. 
Office Interlude - There's more than one way to enjoy a break.
Mindstorm - Disaster has befallen the Earth, but where's the JLA?
Home for the Holidays - Some things are worth coming home to.
Lost and Found by nw's chick - Sometimes the only answer is escape.
Warning - There are people in the world who do not like being thwarted. 
Light in Your Eyes by StarStorm - J'onnverse painting fic #2.
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Cages by StarStorm and Chicago - Are some losses too great to bear?
It's a Wonderful Life... ya know by Darklady - Eel O'Brian is a worse liar than he thought. 
Air of December - The blended family finally does the holidays together.
(Incomplete/Not Archived) New Year's Worries - New Year's Eve is a time for reflection, but can two heroes driven by guilt and loss see past the harsher realities of the past 12 months? 
Press Release by Darklady - When something sacred is threatened, action must be taken!
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Demon Warnings - Cheating death too often can bring unwelcome attention.
Ashes of Roses by Darklady - Bruce commemorates a solemn anniversary.
Precisely - Batman only tells it as a it really is. 
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Shower Surprises - Not every woman's husband will coordinate a baby shower for her, but the Flash has more time than most men.
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Tales from the Tower - Gypsy takes Dick's offer, but all is not wine and roses. 
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Weight of the World - Batman is learning not to shut out his family, but he's also realizing that it is easier to pull away than to engage.
Seeing Double - Nightwing is reminded that stubbornness runs in the family, and sometimes it is good to get a little outside perspective. 
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Displacements - Little brothers sometimes seem to have things together better than they do. 
(Incomplete/Not Archived) Born on a Monday - Young women are disappearing in Gotham, and Batgirl is on the case.
April - When spring fever stirs the senses, can you honestly expect a Martian to miss it?
5 AM - Early morning patrols are as important as the late night variety. 
Root for the Home Team - With a loss comes a realization. 
Top Gun - It's movie night at the Manor. 
22 Minutes - A mission goes south. 
Eggshells - Clark has to tell Bruce something he doesn't want to hear. 
Choco Report - Woe betides those who think "Choco" is just another word for cookie.
== Year Three ==
None of these stories were completed/archived.
Trying - Bruce learns a lesson in vulnerability, and J'onn confronts his own heart.
Backer - Garfield Logan has a film project to launch.
'Twas the Night Before Christmas by Chicago and Darklady - Ms. Claus makes a delivery.
Daughters - Gypsy has something to ask.
TBA
Appliances Included by Darklady - Dick has earned his shield and proposed to his sweetheart - now he just has to find a house and solve a case. Simple, right?
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== References ==
Category:Justice League
Category:Batman Fanfiction 
Category:2002 Fanfiction