So, these are the recs for Ghost in the Shell I have discovered so far. Most of it is tv-series related (Stand-Alone Complex) though there are a couple of ones related to the movies.
A range of pairings are included here, I was going for anything with decent writing rather than anything else and some of them are slash. I hope that is okay in this community. Probably slightly biased towards Togusa who is my favourite character :) Pairings include Batou/Togusa, Batou/Motoko, Togusa/Motoko and Aoi/Togusa.
Ghost in the Shell Fic Things in italics are the authors descriptions, things without italics are added by me.
Signals Author: YuYuChan Fiction Rated: T Summary: Togusa's wife interrogates Batou. (Batou/Togusa, yaoi) Warnings: Non-graphic yaoi, between the events of the movies, possible spoilers. Disclaimer: I do not own Ghost in the Shell or any of its characters. Batou/Togusa slash and it's quite clear from the style that this is movie characterisation rather than tv series. Very well done.
Value Undefined Summary: Post GitS:SAC 2nd Gig. Summary: Batou felt their absence more than most, but none at Section Nine could deny that the exuberant little tanks were sorely missed. The Uchikoma were an ugly patch to cover the gaping hole that the Tachikoma had left behind. Rating: T (PG-13? I think.) Warnings: mild cursing Author's Notes: Anywho... my first foray into Ghost in the Shell. Awesome show. :3 I hope I did it justice. Slightly sad but this is probably one of my favourite follow-ups to the end of the 1st season.
Only Natural Summary: Pre GitS:SAC. Summary: “I guess we need to start with introductions. Togusa Kozue, these are the Tachikoma, Section Nine’s heavy artillery. Tachikoma, this is our newest member, Togusa Kozue. Say hello.” Rating: K (pretty much equivalent to PG) Author Notes: This is the companion fic to “Value Undefined,” to be sure to stop by and read that one if you haven’t. Reading order doesn’t matter, just that they reflect on one another. :3 Enjoy! Some of the best Tachikoma dialogue ever.
Waiting Author: MaryShelley1979 Rated: K (pretty much equivalent to PG) Summary: A bit of flash fiction, set during the Stand Alone Complex 1st Gig episode Barrage. Hints of Batou/Motoko, from Motoko's POV.
The Edge of Life by haitoku Rating: M Summary: There are rifts in their matrix he doesn't understand. Batou/Togusa. Alluded Batou/Motoko.
Love and Sprockets by Ravenbell Rating: PG Summary: Batou notices that the Tachikoma are up to something, and discovers a strange experiment going on. Oneshot. More fun Tachikoma antics.
Ghost Immersion: the conscious past by qirien Rating: K+ Summary: At New Tokyo University, the Historical Immersion System is ready to be tested. When the system doesn't work as planned, Section 9 is asked to investigate. Set in the GitS:SAC world, near the beginning of 2nd GIG. Good and long plot-driven fic which really does feel like an episode.
Shut Down by Tadmitt Rating: K+ Summary:Aoi contemplates his situation while attempting to get to sleep.
Movement by Viking Princess Rating: K Summary: It is now a collection of long drabbles, if three constitutes a collection. More will follow. Huzzah!
Coffee Fumes by Tadmitt Rating: K Summary: A reeeeaaaaallly short one-shot set after the series (therefore, meaning it has spoilers.), starring Togusa and a certain man whose symbol is the future Starbuck's Coffee logo.
I pretty much have to recommend anything written by The Light of Shadows who writes some brilliant one-shots as well as a universe where Togusa has a split personality known as Luipaard.
All of Our Sins by The Light of the Shadows Rating: T Summary : Adultery is only a sin if you consumate it. Maybe if Togusa says that enough to himself he'll start believing it. BatouTogusa.
I Am Awake Author: The Light of the Shadows Pairing: T (PG-13?) Summary: Togusa asks Batou a question, but then falls asleep before he can get his answer, much to Batou's disgruntlement. Batou/Togusa, slight Major/Batou.
These Foolish Things Author: Light of the Shadows Rating: T Summary: In which Batou breaks into a church, Togusa's religious persuasion is revealed, and there is kissing. BatouTogusa. Random but cute.
Bit the Golden Bullet Author: Light of Shadows Rating: T Summary: Don't ever mess with the guy who you KNOW can carve you up like a Thanksgiving turkey. Just don't. STAND ALONE COMPLEX tag, dark hitmanhumor. Set after the episode 'Stand Alone Complex'. I think this is the first appearance of Luipaard but I'm not sure.
Offer Up Your Last Defense Author: Light of Shadows Rating: T (PG-13?) Summary: Aoi has questions, and Togusa has answers. AoixTogusa, post STAND ALONE COMPLEX. Unexpected pairing but it works. Part of the Luipaard universe.
Missing Author: The Light of the Shadows Rating: T Summary: Togusa loves Section 9 like family, but that doesn't mean he trusts them completely. Batoga vignette. Luipaard universe.
Human Mistakes Author: The Light of the Shadows Rated: T Summary: Togusa and Motoko know what they want to say. The problem is finding the right words. Motoko/Togusa. Author's Notes: I once said that I would never put Togusa and Motoko together in my universe. But then this plot bunny grabbed me, and WOULD NOT LET GO. Luipaard universe.
Revolts and Revolvers Author: The Light of the Shadows Rating: M Summary: Togusa can get really sick of being jerked around. Warning: heavy duty cussing. Luipaard universe.
A Good Night for Hunting: MAELSTROM by The Light of the Shadows Rating: T (PG-13?) Summary: Motoko visits Togusa after STAND ALONE COMPLEX. The episode, not the series. Luipaard universe. And creepy.
And Your Body Shall Haunt Mine Author: Light of the Shadows Rating: T Summary: After the events of STAND ALONE COMPLEX Togusa contemplates his actions. Luipaard universe.