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‘17 Drake Mallard Headcanons

-Drake realized he was trans when first watching Darkwing Duck.

-Does everything to cover is chest due to his insecurity with the scars from top surgery.

-Is insecure about his voice, specifically on how much higher it is than cis men.

-Is socially awkward when it comes to talking to new people.

-Has a bad relationship with his parents.

-Dated Steelbeak back in high school.

-Wore huge braces and glasses throughout middle and high school.

-Was the main designer for the new Darkwing suit.

-Started his acting career working in commercials and being a stunt double.

-Went back to the therapy after the Starling situation.

List of Ducktales ‘17 Fics I Want To Do One Day

I’ve been getting inspiration to write fanfics and wanted to make a list here. 

List:

-Darkwing Duck Reboot: If either the reboot doesn’t happen or the show doesn’t follow the ‘17 continuity then I’ll write this fic. I have a few ideas but not enough to start storyboarding. It might be a collaboration fic if anyone wants to join.

-‘17 Negaverse: I’ve seen a lot of people make their own Negaverse for the DT reboot. There are a few ideas in my brain and want to make it a fictional reality.

-Morgana & Dickie in the ‘17 Universe: These will be separate fics. I’ve been developing these OCs for a while, and their backstories made me interested in writing.

-Justice Ducks: The Justice Ducks is one of my favorite parts about DWD and want to make my own version.

-DW & Gizmoduck Team-Up: Fenton and Drake’s two-sided relationship interests me and I want to write my take in it. It was such a bummer that they didn’t have their own special.

-‘17 Negaduck’s Return: The most disappointing part about DT ‘17 cancellation was Jim not returning. His final scene was amazing and gave me chills. Like the DWD reboot fic, I plan to write this if the reboot either doesn’t happen or doesn’t follow the ‘17 universe.

Which idea did you like the most? If you ever want to do your own take in these ideas, you can. 😁

Thanks for reading! ❤️

Theories on How The Fearsome Four Will Come Back.

Since there are rumors of the DW reboot coming(haven’t seen any recent articles if it’s confirmed), I’m wondering how the Fearsome Five will come to play if the creators continue with the ‘17 universe. I know Negaduck is around, but the Fearsome Four got sucked back into their dimension.

I’ve seen some theories around YouTube and Tumblr, here are the summaries:

1. Jim Starling/Negaduck is going to get the actors who played the Fearsome Four to join him.

2. Negaduck will bring the Fearsome Four back from their dimension.

3. New characters from the ‘17 universe will become the Fearsome Four and join Negaduck.

I think there are more but these theories stood out to me. My favorite one might be the first one because of how interesting it would be. Though, I think the third one would be best since every DW should have something new, like Negaduck. Plus, the change can give this version of Drake more personal enemies. 

Comment your favorite theory or one you have. 😁❤️

What if instead of (dt17) tv show of darkwing duck coming to dt17 world, the dt17 characters (darkwing, launchpad, gos..) went to the tv show world.

I can only see Jim Starling as an over-the-top villainy, like since he never played an villain before, he watches all the media of it, and tries to be like it-

It’s not like I hate the grim and gritty version people put in their stories but to me that’s a bit too much for what the character is shown to be…

He will do his over-the-top villain laugh, leave him hanging over a pit full of sharks (or attack squids), and leave the room.

“You love him, I hate him! Welcome Darkwing Dunce to the stage!” - Jim Starling

If we ever wanted to put Jim Starling and Drake Mallard at the same age in DT17, we could have an AU where Drake was Starlings secret stuntman, like during the end of the show they hired a stuntman to help Jim who was kinda falling off with his stunts. And the same events in show can play out just with Drake being on a older side… even if the original 20 age gap is still pretty funny.

The fact that the canceled DW reboot had that negaduck was in his 50’s and DW in his 30’s is so funny to me, like imagine a 20 year older having a huge vendetta against you…

He would probably throw his back out if he tried attacking Drakey.

Both The Town Where Everyone Was Nice and The Duck Knight returns have some painful cliffhangers…

I think it could work if you mix the two together for sequel, like the towns people from The Town Where Everyone Was Nice, sent a letter to three caballeros to invite in celebration for them saving the town, but somehow (probably due to Launchpad) the letters mixed up Darkwing gets the letter, and Donald gets drake’s letter to something, Drake confused at first but celebration is celebration, so he goes and little yellow duck follows him and trouble arises, (they probably compare it bushroot). But in end, of course the day is once again saved, or you also have thing where plants made their way to St.Canard and Darkwing has stop them, maybe mayor even got infected.. oooo~

Well, well, well, I made a small parody of song of Evil Like Me from the Descendants, but instead its Negaduck singing to Jim Starling, Mr. Starling doesn't how to truly be evil, like Negsy is... sorry in advance.

Red: Jim Starling

White/Black: Negaduck

Orange: Together

Look at you, look at me I don't know who to be, negsy Is it wrong, is it right? Be a thief in the night, negsy Tell me what to do

I was once like you, my other-self, slightly insecure Argued with my mother too, thought I was mature But I put my heart aside And I used my head Now I think it's time you learned What dear old negsy said

Don't you wanna be evil like me? Don't you wanna be mean? Don't you wanna make mischief your daily routine? Well, you can spend your life attending to the poor But when you're evil doing less is doing more Don't you wanna be ruthless and rotten and mad? Don't you wanna be very, very good at being bad?

I have tried my whole life long To do the worst I can Clawed my way to victory Built my master plan Now the time has come, my look-a-like For you to take your place Promise me you'll try to be An absolute disgrace

Don't you wanna be evil like me? Don't you wanna be cruel? Don't you wanna be nasty and brutal and cool? And when you grab that chainsaw that's when your reign begins Who wants an evil ruler without a sack of sins? Don't you wanna be heartless and hardened as stone? Don't you wanna be finger licking evil to the bone?

This is not for us to ponder This was preordained You and I shall rule together (but mostly me) Freedom soon regain Mister of the universe, powerful and strong

Other me, hear me Help me, join me Won't you sing along?

Now we're gonna be evil, it's true Never gonna think twice And we're gonna be spiteful Yes, spiteful That's nice

In just an hour or two Our future's safe and sure This negaduck, and other me act is going out on tour

If you wanna be evil and awful and free Then you should thank your lucky star That you were born the duck you are The other universe of an evilicious king Like me!

The content for 1991 Darkwing & 2017 Darkwing meeting each other is shocking low. So I guess I should make some content of it… (this may be slightly confusing to read at times)

“Today has been rough… the crime rate is still so low…” (2017) Darkwing said

“Well, mayor owlson is doing her job properly and well.” (2017) Gosalyn said

“Don’t worry, Drake I’m sure crime will be rampant soon enough.” (2017) Launchpad said

They were coming back their base after a false lead in a St.Canard garbage dump, something about Ramrod going off, despite it being destroyed.

They entered the tower, Darkwing headed the couch, sighing.

“Uhh, doesn’t the base look off?” Gosalyn asked

Darkwing looked around, his technology had a serious downgrade and colors were a bit dull.

“Uhh? Launchpad did you do something?” He asked

“No way D.W., I like the base the way it was”

Suddenly they heard voices coming up to the tower.

“I told you already, no it’s too dangerous!” A voice said

“But, Dad… I saved you so many times I am capable.” Someone replied

“As long as you are under my roof-“ they said back

Darkwing, Gosalyn, and Launchpad were on their toes, had someone found their base? They were ready to defend “their” base. Yet what they did not expect was to see three very familiar looking people. One of this familiar people spotted Darkwing and instead rushed towards him.

“How did you find my base? Negaduck!” (1991) D.W exclaimed

“Your base? This is my base, and who is Negaduck?” Darkwing asked

“Don’t play dumb with me, negaduck!” D.W said

“I think you-“ before Darkwing could finish his respond D.W. attacked him and Darkwing fought back. Meanwhile the other duck in room talked to each other.

“Keen Gear! Are you clone of me? Oh are you made of slime then? You looked cool!” (1991) Gos said

“Uh, Hi? No, I am not a clone or made of slime. Why are in our base?” Gosalyn said

“Your base? This is my- I mean Darkwing duck’s base.” Gos said

“Yeah, I know, I worked with him.” Gosalyn replied

“I never seen you around him, hmm oh maybe Honker will know what’s going on., i asked when I get chance to” Gos said

“Who?” Gosalyn asked

“He is my good friend, now tell me how did you get here?” Gos said

“Well-

—-

Launchpad walked up to Launchpad.

“Hi, I am Launchpad, driver & pilot to Scrooge Mcduck, sidekick of Darkwing Duck, and best friend of Dewy Duck. I like your hat!” (2017) Launchpad said

“Thanks, your hat is pretty great to! I am Launchpad as well, previously driver & pilot to Scrooge Mcduck too, current sidekick of Darkwing Duck, and I used to know the triplets too.” (1991) LP said

Suddenly, a voiced called out “Launchpad, help me catch this villain!” D.W called out

“No, Launchpad help me!” Darkwing called out

Both Launchpads came over, pulling the Darkwing away from each other.

D.W. was dragged away by his Launchpad, he thought to himself. “I don’t think he Negaduck, he would pulled out a chainsaw or bombs or something to harm me by now…”

“Who are you?” D.W asked Darkwing

“I’m the terror the flaps in night, I am the-” Darkwing started

“Ahh, I see your a fan of me! Fans are not allowed in my tower, Gosalyn was this your doing?” D.W. said

“I only did one time, (well that you know of). But Darkwing, I think these might different versions of us. That are stuck here ” Gos said

“No, that ridiculous… D.W. looked at the copies around him! That’s it you guys are different versions of us?” D.W. said proudly

“What she said that!” Gosalyn said pointing to Gos.

Gos replied with “ he always like this, don’t worry.”

“Yes, what they said, we are different versions of you… really?” Darkwing said looking at his Gosalyn

“I think so, it explains why the bad looks different and why we look similar to them.” Gosalyn said

“Hmm okay.” Darkwing said

“Don’t worry, less superior version of me, I will find a way to help you out this dimension!” D.W. said

Darkwing shook this head, he thought to himself “This version of me, reminds a lot of Darkwing I grew up with… but he has a Launchpad and Gosalyn, jeez I hope we can find out what really happened.”

——-

Somewhere in bad parts of St.Canard

“So, your telling me, there are other versions of me in different universes, including you.” A familiar gruff voice said

“Yes, yet with every version of me there are seems to be a Darkwing!” A similar sounding voice said

“Darkwing! I can’t stand him! If I could get hands of him…” they replied

“If you take care of my Darkwing, I will take of yours.” The familiar voice said

“DEAL!” They said immediately

The two yellow-dressed ducks shook hands snickering, yet both of had one hand behind their back crossed.

—————

Some other things, I thought about but didn’t put in. The Gosalyns talking about their grandfathers, DT Gos noticing that DW Gos calls DW Dad. The Darkwing talking and hating Gizmoduck, expect DT17 likes Fenton and DW D.W disliking him. The Launchpad being stupid, at least D.W. Launchpad can fly better than DT17. And also DW Darkwing finding out in another dimension being a T.V. Show, And DT17 excluding the part of actor who tried to kill him and lack of the actors fame and money. Lastly, about Morgana.

A small story beginner, on an old idea I had.

Donald was waiting for his new roommate, the last time he tried it, his “good” old pal Storkules decide to show his face and ruin his home… but it was fine it all got fixed anyways. It has been a year since the incident, and a lot has happened.

Donald was on his house boat, waiting for his new roomie. Who was supposedly coming very soon, he even went out way to prepare some snacks. Hopefully this roommate won’t be as bad as the last one. Donald heard someone on his boat, he came out and saw his new roommate. They looked a bit strange, but better than the last one.

They worse a shifty grin, a tattered red hat and yellow jacket underneath was a red turtleneck, it reminded Donald of someone but he couldn’t place it. “Welcome, I’m Donald Duck want me to show you around?” Donald said “huh? Sure…” the new roomie replied. Donald showed him around the boat, it did not take long. They arrived back out in the deck. “About the huge mansion-“ “oh, that my Uncle Scrooge’s, you are not allowed to go inside.” “Got it.” He replied. “Oh be right back, I forgot about the snacks…” The yellow-jacketed duck, look at the mansion with a glare in his eyes, Donald came back with snacks. Which he took. “Oh I didn’t catch your name, what is it?” “Just call me Negaduck.” “Alright… Negaduck wanted me to help carry your stuff to your room.” Donald looked around he only had one box. “No, it’s fine…” Donald left his roommate up in deck, before he decide to do some knitting. Negaduck brought the box to his room, making sure everything was still inside. His multiple knifes, guns, bombs, a mini chainsaw and other tools were all safe. Though it is bummer, he couldn’t bring his attack squid, it would of drawn too much attention. Negaduck was ready, for as soon as night set, he will get his revenge on that fake Darkwing.

I found one my old posts, I would write about but I don’t how start writing fanfic, so just constantly think it and never write it down.I Like a true writer

You know the episode Storkules in Duckburg?

I sometimes think about Donald getting roommate plot point, and what if instead of Storkules becoming Donald’s roommate, Negaduck/Jim Starling became his roommate. (Of course it would probably not make sense story wise but still) So maybe in the scenario, Drake ends up having stay with the Mcduck/Duck family for awhile and Negaduck ends up as Donald’s roommate. Negaduck tries at every opportunity he can to well kill Drake, he obviously ends up failing, not paying his rent, and escaping back to the sewers. It would interesting scenario, don’t you think?

You know the episode Storkules in Duckburg?

I sometimes think about Donald getting roommate plot point, and what if instead of Storkules becoming Donald’s roommate, Negaduck/Jim Starling became his roommate. (Of course it would probably not make sense story wise but still) So maybe in the scenario, Drake ends up having stay with the Mcduck/Duck family for awhile and Negaduck ends up as Donald’s roommate. Negaduck tries at every opportunity he can to well kill Drake, he obviously ends up failing, not paying his rent, and escaping back to the sewers. It would interesting scenario, don’t you think?

I just want to share some board drawings I have!

In pirate au, Jim Starling was an actor as he plays Darkwing Doubloon at the theatre until his show got canceled as he takes a job of selling furniture. When he heard that a new Darkwing Doubloon show is being performed, he saw it as his chance to reprise his role as Darkwing Doubloon.

However, his role is being replaced by a young actor named Drake Mallard as he becomes enraged. Jim Starling takes advantage of Launchpad's hero worship into helping him break into the theatre. He reaches into a psychotic state as he imprisions Drake Mallard and several guards before hijacking a stage prop and setting the stage on fire.

Then, Drake Mallard as the new Darkwing Doubloon intervenes as the new and original Darkwing Doubloon went to a swordfight while Launchpad puts out the fire. Starling gets the upper hand is about to kill Mallard with his cutlass. Launchpad intervenes and attempts to stop the conflict with an rousing speech, however, he was unaware that one of the set is about to fall on him, which the two Darkwings rush to save him.

Starling ends up saving both Launchpad and the new Darkwing Doubloon as he ends up getting caught beneath the falling set which then explodes, and was left of Jim is his hat and his doubloon necklace. Forcing the new show to be cancelled.

With Jim gone, Launchpad motivates Drake Mallard to be a real pirate in Jim's honor as Drake accepts it. However, Jim survives the explosion, driven with madness and his costume discolored as he becomes Negaduck.

Now as Negaduck, he gathers a crew and become as the Fearsome Pirates as he plunders ships and wants to reclaim his title as the scourage of the seven seas.