by 11 people |
A guide to all things Xena, from fan clubs and discussion groups to books and DVDs.
Xena: Warrior Princess made its TV debut in 1995 and quickly skyrocketed to popularity with fans all over the world. The series ended in 2001 after a wildly successful six-year run. The Xena legend lives on through fan conventions, books, comics, games, DVDs, CDs and more. Long live the Warrior Princess!
Xena Episodes on YouTube
For a quick fix of your favorite Warrior Princess
Top Xena Information Sites
- Wikipedia on Xena (the TV show)
- Concise and insighful overview of the TV series.
- Wikipedia on Xena (the character)
- Fantastic summary and exploration of the Xena character and her history. Also look for the Wikipedia profile of the Gabrielle character.
How Xena Got Her Start
Xena on DVD
Xena: Warrior Princess: Season One
Season 1 is worth having to see how it all started out. It's interesting to watch Lucy Lawless and Renee O'Connor settle into their new characters and lay the groundwork for the seasons to come. In Season 1, we are introduced to Joxer, Callisto, Ares and a whole host of other characters who figure so prominently in the series. Perhaps best of all, for the first time we get to hear Xena say her now famous line: "I have many skills." Why yes, you do.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009) 
Xena Warrior Princess - Season Two
In Season 2, the series seemed to really find its legs. By this point, the producers and actors were playing up the subtext thing so we get fan-favorite episodes such The Quest, where Xena & Gabrielle share a kiss (kinda) and A Day in the Life, a hilarious look at our two heroines as they squabble over frying pans, play 20 questions to while away the time and hot tub together. Other highlights from the season: The Xena Scrolls and Here She Comes...Miss Amphipolis.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena Warrior Princess - Season Three
An excellent season, probably my second favorite of them all, with intense storylines and eloquent character development. We have the fantastic two-part The Debt episode that plays like a feature movie with gorgeous scenery, amazing costumes, great writing and stellar acting. I love how it fills in so much back story for Xena's character. We also have the Rift (yes, it needs a capital R -- this was serious, folks!) between Xena & Gabrielle that was finally resolved in the musical episode The Bitter Suite, capably scored by Joseph Lo Duca. Other highlights: the very funny Been There, Done That; the sly Warrior...Priestess...Tramp with Lucy Lawless in a laugh-out-loud performance as a virgin priestess named Leah; and the unforgettable and dramatic One Against Army. Oh, and did I forget to mention the cliffhanger (um, literally) season finale?
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena Warrior Princess - Season Four
Season 4 takes the characters in new directions with Gabrielle questioning the warrior life she lives with Xena and seeking alternatives. The first time I watched this season I found Gabrielle's quest a little tedious but re-watching all the episodes a few years later, I appreciate the way the writers took us through the character's evolution. There are many solid episodes to watch here. Highlights: the comedic In Sickness and In Hell; the touching struggle of Xena to let Gabrielle go in Crusader; and the high drama of Between The Lines, which takes place in India.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena Warrior Princess - Season Five
In Season 5, the series seems to veer off track a little and suffers with some so-so episodes (Married with Fishsticks, anyone?). Even so, the photography is getting really good throughout this season and marks the beginning of a new, lusher look. Gabrielle has really come into her own as a strong character and the 5th season explores her continued evolution into a warrior. Highlights: the musical Lyre, Lyre Hearts on Fire with Ted Raimi's hilarious turn as Joxer's flamboyant brother Jace; the beautifully shot Antony and Cleopatra that sizzled with on-screen chemistry.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena Warrior Princess - Season Six
My favorite season jam-packed with many of my all-time favorite eps, Season 6 is filled with good comedies, fantastic dramas and lush visualizations. Highlights: the fun and romantic Many Happy Returns that centers around a birthday surprise for Gabrielle; the amazing Rheingold trilogy that takes our heroines to the Norse lands; the wacky humor of You Are There where the modern day meets ancient Greece; the beautiful and touching When Fates Collide. If I could only own one season (what a horrible fate!), it would be this one.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess: Series Finale
I've watched the audio commentary on this director's cut, and the video commentary on this episode on the Season 6 DVD. I believe they're different and I like this one better -- so get this disc. You know you wanna! Besides, I think it's much better to watch this two-part episode as one long piece. The Season 6 DVDs have the first half on one disc, and the second half on another. How annoying! This is much more convenient.
Amazon Price: $22.49 (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena Warrior Princess - Complete Series (Seasons 1-6)
Well, if you don't have any Xena DVDs right now but you're thinking about getting some, you might as well get 'em all. :)
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena - The 10th Anniversary Collection
No new material here. Just a collection of favorite episodes from all 6 seasons. If you don't want to spring for the complete sets, this is a good start.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
![Hercules The Legendary Journeys - The Xena Trilogy (Xena, the Warrior Princess / Unchained Heart / The Gauntlet) [VHS]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/710K3FAEMZL._SL75_.gif)
Hercules The Legendary Journeys - The Xena Trilogy (Xena, the Warrior Princess / Unchained Heart / The Gauntlet) [VHS]
See where it truly began! This three-episode arc on the Hercules series introduces Xena's character and fills in some back story that's good to know when you are watching the Xena series. Worth seeing.
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Who's Your Favourite Xena Character?
Top Xena Fan Sites
- AUSXIP
- The most complete Xena resource you will find online. Daily news updates on all the stars plus videos, interviews, photos, wallpapers, episode screen captures and lots more. You'll spend hours here!
- Whoosh!
- A journal of pop culture and fan studies from the International Association of Xena Studies. Named for the trademark whoosh sound Xena characters make when they move.
- Logomancy's Xena Pages
- Touts itself as the oldest Xena fan site on the web. Lots of news, photos and fan fiction.
- Xenaville
- Summaries for all 130+ episodes (available online or in Palm format), great reviews of each episode, a detailed cast and crew list, extensive interview archives and more.
- Michelle's Xena Picture Library
- Just as the title sounds -- lots and lots of photos and screen captures.
- Subtext Virtual Seasons 7-10
- Itching for a Xena fix now that the series is over? Capable fans have carried the Xena torch by writing additional episodes -- 4 whole "virtual" seasons worth -- that you can read. Of course, these episodes are not actually made into TV shows but they are illustrated with screen captures or original drawings by Lucia. The episodes are available in 5 languages and can be read online or downloaded to your PDA.
Xena Collectibles on eBay
Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
A Short Guide to Xena Fan Fiction
Proceed through all fan fiction with caution if you are averse to explicit sexual content, a relationship between two women, or graphic violence. Most stories that contain these elements will tell you so at the top of the story.
There are different types of fanfic in the Xenaverse:
- Classic fiction uses the Xena & Gabrielle characters as they appeared on the show
- Alt or Subtext fiction assumes X & G were more than just friends. Sometimes subtext fiction is placed in the classic library since most people now see an intimate relationship between X & G as a given.
- Uber fiction is set in a different time and place than the show, and generally uses characters not named X & G though they share X & G's characteristics
- Conqueror fiction depicts Xena in her evil warlord days and often contains graphic violence
- Post-FIN fic takes places after the final episode Friend In Need (FIN) or sometimes finishes the Xena story in a different way than the final episode
- Mel & Janice fiction uses the characters of Mel Pappas and Janice Covington, who appeared in the Season 2 episode titled The Xena Scrolls
- Clone fiction uses the clone X & G characters that were introduced in the Season 6 episode titled Send in the Clones
Where to Find Xena Fan Fiction
- AUSXIP Fan Fiction Archive
- Lots of great stories here from some of the finest and best known Xena fanfic authors.
- Absolutely XenaCrazed
- Many stories, divided into General and Alternative (Alt) categories.
- PDA Fiction
- Xena fanfic for your Palm handheld, when you just have to have Xena wherever you go!
- Directory of Fan Fiction Sites
- Large directory of other fan fiction sites to explore.
Xena: Partial Cast List
Gabrielle ... Renee O'Connor
Joxer ... Ted Raimi
Ares ... Kevin Smith
Aphrodite ... Alexandra Tydings
Callisto ... Hudson Leick
Alti ... Claire Stansfield
Autolycus ... Bruce Campbell
Borias ... Marton Csokas
Draco ... Jay Laga'aia
Ephiny ... Danielle Cormack
Caesar ... Karl Urban
Eve ... Adrienne Wilkinson
Eli ... Timothy Omundson
Amarice ... Jennifer Sky
Official Sites for Xena and Cast Members
- Official Xena Fan Club
- News and official merchandise including regularly issued Fan Kits and convention DVDs.
- Official Lucy Lawless Fan Club
- Regular messages from Lucy herself, news of her current projects and signed merchandise such as t-shirts and photos. Plus you can sign up for the official Yahoo! discussion group to talk with other fans.
- Official Renee O'Connor Fan Club
- Regular messages from Renee, news of her current projects, photos and an Ask Renee section where you can submit your questions to her. Plus you can sign up for the official Yahoo! discussion group to talk with other fans.
- Official Alexandra Tydings Web Site
- Bio, filmography, photo archive and news of upcoming appearances plus merchandise including signed artwork.
- Official Bruce Campbell Web Site
- Bio, info on past and current projects, details about his books and lots more. If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Movie Actor is a hilarious read and well worth picking up.
A Selection of Xena Books
Xena Warrior Princess: Complete Illustrated Companion
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
All I Need To Know I Learned From Xena: Warrior Princess
Amazon Price: $14.35 (as of 12/23/2009)
Life Lessons from Xena, Warrior Princess: A Guide to Happiness, Success, and Body Armor
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
How Xena Changed Our Lives: True Stories by Fans for Fans
Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess: Postcard Book
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Lucy Lawless & Renee O'Connor: Warrior Stars Of Xena
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena Soundtracks on CD
Xena: Warrior Princess - Original Television Soundtrack
Amazon Price: $15.99 (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess - Original Television Soundtrack, Volume Two
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess, Volume Four - Original Soundtrack
Amazon Price: (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess, Volume Six : Original Television Soundtrack
Amazon Price: $19.98 (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess - The Bitter Suite: A Musical Odyssey - Original Television Soundtrack
Lucy Lawless does her own singing on this soundtrack from The Bitter Suite, a 3rd season musical episode and fan favorite.
Amazon Price: $16.98 (as of 12/23/2009)
Xena: Warrior Princess - Lyre, Lyre, Hearts on Fire: Original Television Soundtrack
Lucy Lawless does her own singing on this one too. Lyre, Lyre is a musical episode from the 5th season. Includes Lucy's popular rendition of the Eurythmics' tune Sisters Are Doing It (For Themselves ).
Amazon Price: $17.98 (as of 12/23/2009)
Reader Feedback
-
Reply
- sweetlady sweetlady Jun 8, 2009 @ 3:17 pm
- I am so happy to know that there more like me out there who loves Xena.
Did you also know that all of the gaylic songs that were done were done by Lucy Lawless. Have 5* and lens rolls thanks so much for the read
by YesterdaysClues
I also run Paper From The Past, an eBay store that deals in antique... (more)
Explore related pages
Renee O'Connor- Renee O'Connor is best known for her role as Gabrielle in Xena: Warrior Princess...
The Tintin movie- My name is Holly Frnklin welcome to my lense. I am a big Tintin fan and so looki...
The Office: The Best Office Ever- It's turned the office environment into a place of hilarity. It's funny, w...
Watch With Mother Children's Television - Are you sitting comfortably? Then I'll begin... If you can remember televis...
XenaVerse Headquarters- Welcome to the XenaVerse! This group is for all lenses relating to the televisi...
Kevin Sorbo- Kevin Sorbo is a versatile American actor who initially shot to stardom in the t...
