Man, if there's not at least one evil institute in a plot-based fic, you're doing something wrong. That's my position.

I always feel like I'm floudering helplessly and not being precise enough at all (is that irritating to hear from other writers? like "oh, you thought that was good enough? NOT FOR ME, I'm too special!" it's always my first response to writing-based compliments, anyway). *is pleased, ruffles feathers*

How am I wise and generous?