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The life of Rocky, feral cat who struggles to survive, changes once Eaglestar proposes to fight him.
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The first time Adrian sees her is on a Tuesday. The first one after Thanksgiving. She comes in just before closing, which Adrian only knows because she’s been staring at her wristwatch for the past half hour.
(Or Adrian befriends and quickly falls for Dorothy Gale, an elementary school teacher who has recently relocated to Philly.)
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- Part 1 of Only You
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“He’s so gentle,” Adrian whispered. “And he’s big and strong and–” she cleared her throat. “He’s very masculine. But so gentle.” She put her forehead against the cat’s. “I didn’t think that was possible for a man to be.”
Or the one where Rocky surprises Adrian at the pet shop
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I'll Be Good to You by masteremeraldholder
Fandoms: Rocky Series (Movies), The Wiz (1978)
01 Jun 2024
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Rocky picks him up at the airport. Sporting a smug grin, all cool ease, leaned against the wall by baggage claim.
Apollo’s heart races.
“Have a good flight?”
“Not particularly. Had a headache the whole time.”
“Aw, m’sorry. I gotta couple aspirin in the car if you want ‘em.”
No manner of pain relievers would alleviate his headache. Because its cause is here in front of him. A less than ostentatious fellow by the name of Rocky Balboa. Set apart from the rest by his downright sickening doggedness. That and his questionable fashion choices. A black fedora atop his head, obnoxious jacket with a tiger on the back, fingerless gloves, and what looks to be a studded dog collar for a bracelet.
Apollo can’t believe this is the person he’s spent five months pining for.
(Or how heavyweight champion Apollo Creed falls for the unlikeliest person, and what comes with it.)
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- Part 2 of Only You
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A young Rocky Balboa meets an intriguing young man from the west coast, Apollo Creed. After almost a year of being in the shadows, Rocky is forced to step into the spotlight of Apollo's life when he learns Apollo's leaving and heading back home after a boxing match. Rocky volunteers to be Apollo's sparring partner to get closer to Apollo and figure out his own feelings towards the Californian, but he also ends up unveiling some secrets about Apollo that he'd rather stay hidden.
First fic, don't judge.
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A one shot focusing on Adrian. Complete.
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This fic explores the lives of Paulie and Adrian from the time Adrian was born to the beginning of Rocky (1976)
Paulie Pennino was born into a working class family of the Pennino's. 10 years he has been an only child and it's 10 years of loneliness only he knows. Until the day its announced he's going to be a brother and his life changes for ever.
I don't own Rocky, all this is just a fanfic, exploring the character of Paulie and why he is the way he is.
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Missing moments between Rocky and Adrian Balboa throughout their years together.
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DAMIAN v VIKTOR: King Kunta by hellblazers
Fandoms: Rocky Series (Movies), Creed III, Creed Series (Movies)
04 Mar 2023
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SPOILERS FOR CREED 2 & CREED 3
Another version of events in which the Chavez fight only can occur when Damian fights Viktor first in a recognized WBC match. A more proper way of Damian injuring Viktor’s hand. Chavez is still the Heavyweight champion and that’s why Viktor has a loss of 3 now instead of 2. But, Chavez got pretty roughed up & this match is in between his recovery process.
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Adrian liked him too, very much. Almost too much.
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Natalie Goldmill has lost everything. Her mother, her grandfather, and lastly, her grandmother. Life has thrown punch after punch at her, and when her grandmother passes away in a car crash, she decides, once and for all, that she's had enough. She'd rather die than end up in a ratty foster care home where she'd be horribly treated and perceived as scum. Natalie has absolutely no idea where her life will be going, but she knows one thing for certain: Her future doesn't look all spotless and shiny.
That is, until a certain someone comes along. Rocky Balboa, the Italian Stallion, the man Natalie's grandfather trained all those years ago. Her grandmother appointed him legal guardian in her will (it's this whole big thing, according to Natalie), and she's been placed into the care of his family. There are twists, turns, and countless surprises, but in the end, Natalie comes to an important revelation: Everything she needs is right here in front of her.
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(Post Rocky 3)
While sitting at home, Rocky gets a call that Apollo's injured.
Y'all, let these two be boyfriends pleaseee?
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Ever wonder what was going on in everyone’s heads when Mickey came to Rocky’s apartment that night? Set during the first movie.
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Ever wondered about Rocky's first visit to the pet store and how he got started telling jokes to Adrian everyday? Set about 8 months before the events of the first movie.
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Viktor and Ivan move to Philadelphia in hopes that they can start a new and possibly better life. Yet, everyday felt like a battle for Ivan Drago. As the day Apollo died is still a day that seemed to haunt him.
Viktor meets Adonis in the same gym Rocky, Apollo, and Ivan meet. And the two of them train together regularly, growing a bond and a relationship that eventually goes deeper than boxing.
While Ivan’s life before their move to America is reflected. Taking a look at the things he’s lost, the struggle Ivan and Viktor had to endure, and Viktor and Ivan’s relationship.
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Sitting on one of the benches was the biggest guy he had ever seen. His blonde hair stuck straight up and pointed every which way, his eyes were a piercing green-blue and held a very intimidating gaze. The dude was all muscle, hulking biceps, tight abs and strong, thick thighs and calves. Rocky noticed his sharp jawline leading to parted lips which split down the middle, the flaw proving to Rocky that he was a real person and not some perfect, stunning alien. He was like a piece of meat from Paulies work, broad shoulders and glistening with sweat. He'd surely just gotten out of a fight like himself. Even though the man was sitting down, Rocky could tell that if he were to stand up, the man would tower over the italian.
Rocky realizes that he's gawking at the stranger.
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Spoilers for Rocky IV & Creed II
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Rocky IV - When Rocky leaves for Russia, Adrian is left to choose between fear or support of her husband.
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Rocky II - On their wedding night, Rocky looks back on meeting Adrian with excitement for the future. Essentially a drabble.