r/xena • • Sep 20 '26

Reminder! This is an LGTBQ+ FRIENDLY community. Any discrimination or prejudice will NOT be tolerated.

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As our community continues to grow, the mod team has repeatedly had to go after trolls, discriminatory and down right disgusting people for the way they are speaking to others on the subreddit.

Before you post anything, be sure you have read the rules of the sub and are following them throughout your posts and comments.

This is the only warning that will be given at this point. We are supposed to be a loving, kind and accepting community of one another. That's what the whole purpose of Xena is about!

Please if anyone in the future feels ridiculed, harassed or attacked by another person of the community, be sure to contact the mods ASAP, so we can take quick action.


r/xena • • Jul 24 '26

I finally did an update to Tom's Xena Page - xenafan.com

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Ok, last update was 2004, with a couple of tweaks on the homepage here and there. Yes, I got busy, and, er, it's been a while!

Anyway, nothing substantive. I just updated the homepage to a quick responsive layout, trimmed a few links there.

The biggest update is a proper mobile friendly UI for the fan fiction! The actual stories are untouched, with one exception: I removed a dead link to go download a Palm Pilot version of the story. I did mention 2004, right? LOL. No more palm pilot links! https://xenafan.com/fiction now has an updated "Stories by Bard" and "Stories by Title" page with modern filtering, mobile first UI and the like. The stories themselves keep their existing glorious 1990s web design.

Sorry it took so long! I did however keep the site up all this time, so there's that!

EDIT: and now the image archive is updated! Check out the glorious 640x480 images I captured back in the day with my Snappy and a VCR!

EDIT 2: and now Battle On! is updated too! A great web comic by Jeanette Atwood


r/xena • • 11h ago

Throwback to Xena: Warrior Nutballs interview #12 with Rob Tapert! Co-creator and Executive producer.🎣🧠✨Here is talking about how Xena was a training ground for Kiwi actors! All these fellas are homegrown Kiwi talent!⚡💪 🥝 Link to Rob’s full interview below. ⬇️

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🎧 Listen now on:

➡️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1dBHt1ZgL3RDbwn7Ox7mOZ?si=UnNCauOKQ5u75ND7u4oxOA 

➡️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interview-12-rob-tapert-co-creator-executive-producer/id1837138724?i=1000750363827 

➡️Youtube: https://youtu.be/vJEQiZo4gSY?si=O9GzycK4eXDb3uY9 

➡️Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-7uui2-1a4a09a

This is an interview as part of a series of interviews with the Kiwis and Aussies who bought XWP to life - their goal is to interview 30 of the cast and crew to celebrate the shows 30th anniversary - it’s a podcast called - Xena: Warrior Nutballs you can follow them on:

Facebook ⚔️ https://m.facebook.com/p/Xena-Warrior-Nutballs-61578930248317/?wtsid=rdr_042NpIyiO9avlJ3v3&hr=1

Instagram ⚔️ https://www.instagram.com/xenawarriornutballs/


r/xena • • 51m ago

The way I see it...

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The burning question...answered by me.


r/xena • • 1d ago

Guaranteed Feel Good

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Try to sing Joxer the Mighty while doing normal chores... Especially if you're outside where people might catch you... Just hum the tune... Or actually sing the words out loud... I dare you to try it and NOT burst into giggles every time 🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭


r/xena • • 1d ago

Help me Xenites - What episode is this still from?

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r/xena • • 1d ago

XenaCast Episode 40 is live now!

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My friends Jimmy and Amanda had never watched an episode of Xena so I thought it would be fun to slap on some microphones and hear their thoughts as we watch If the Shoe Fits. Enjoy!

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kFAaJZSyhnB1yiXRXfMuR

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-40/id6808524368?i=1000798116647

Website: https://xenacast.net/@XenaCast/episodes/episode-40

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xenacast

Original music by Marilyn Rucker


r/xena • • 2d ago

"Come on Gabrielle, let's get wet!"

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r/xena • • 2d ago

When did Xena get it's own channel?!!

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I have Xfinity and never came across this channel before today and I have had Xfinity for 8 years. So this has got to be nearly added to their lineup? Mind you, I have their basic package 😏.


r/xena • • 2d ago

I just finished the entire Xenaverse, and now I don’t know what to watch 😭

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I just finished the whole Xenaverse, and honestly, I couldn’t stop watching. I kept telling myself, “No… only one more episode,” and then somehow I’d end up watching another one. 😂

Now that I’ve finished everything, I have a few things I’d love to discuss with you all!

First, I’ve come across a lot of complaints about the ending of Xena: Warrior Princess. For those of you who weren’t satisfied with it, what would your ideal ending for the show have been? How would you have ended Xena and Gabrielle’s story?

I was also disappointed by Hercules’ final appearance in God Fearing Child. For a character who basically started the whole franchise, his last appearance felt underwhelming to me. He kills Zeus, and then… that’s it? 😭 I know it was an episode of Xena, not Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, but I still wish his character had gotten a more satisfying conclusion, especially considering how important he was to the Xenaverse.

Finally, I need recommendations! Is there another series that captures a similar vibe to Xena and Hercules? I’m looking for that mix of mythology, adventure, fantasy, humor, memorable characters, and a little bit of campiness. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a live-action show.

I actually grew up watching the Canadian animated series Class of the Titans, so I’ve always had a soft spot for mythology-inspired adventures. If you know anything with a similar feel, I’d love to hear your suggestions!

And for those who have been fans of Xena for years: what other shows, movies, or animated series would you recommend to someone who’s just finished the Xenaverse?

I’m already missing these characters. 😭


r/xena • • 2d ago

The Bard speaks!

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r/xena • • 2d ago

Xena: Warrior Princess Theme (Gingertail Cover)

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An incredible cover main title


r/xena • • 3d ago

The Reply Came too Late

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This is quite a long shot, but I do hope the reader who left this sees it someday. I'm sorry I was so late in getting to my emails, but I promise you I'm working on this fic again 🙂‍↕️🙏

XWP is literally the only Fandom I'm actively writing for 😅


r/xena • • 4d ago

It's honestly sad how WHOOSH.org isn't nearly as active as it used to be

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https://whoosh.org/

I was thinking about how sad it is that WHOOSH, which used to be one of the biggest online resources for Xena: Warrior Princess, is basically a relic of the past now.

Back when Xena was airing and even after it ended, WHOOSH was such a huge part of the fandom. There were episode guides, interviews, articles, character analyses, behind-the-scenes information and so much more. You could spend hours going through that site and still find something new.

We even got interviews with the actual cast of Xena, which is something I feel doesn't get talked about enough. WHOOSH wasn't just some random fan website. They were actually interviewing people involved with the show and giving fans access to information and perspectives that you couldn't necessarily find anywhere else. Looking back, it's pretty incredible how much access and material the site provided.

I believe the last major updates were sometime in the 2000s, which is honestly depressing to think about. A website that was once so active and full of people contributing to the fandom is now just sitting there like a time capsule.

I know the internet has changed and most fandom discussions have moved to social media, but there's something special about those old fan websites that just doesn't exist anymore. People put so much time and effort into documenting everything about a show simply because they loved it.

I'm glad WHOOSH is still around in some form, but I really wish it were still being maintained and updated. Especially with how much Xena continues to mean to people decades later.

It's also a reminder of how much of the old Xena fandom has disappeared from the internet over the years. So many websites, forums and fan communities that were once thriving are either abandoned or completely gone.

WHOOSH really deserves to be preserved for future generations of Xenites. It holds so much fandom history that would be a shame to lose.

Does anyone else miss when WHOOSH and all those old Xena fan sites were still active?


r/xena • • 4d ago

Throwback to Xena: Warrior Nutballs interview #15 with Alexandra Tydings AKA Aphrodite 👑💘 The Goddess of Loooooove 💋💖 Here’s Alex talking about their read on Aphrodite's role in Xena and Gabrielle's relationship 🥹 Links to Alex’s full interview with us below. ⬇️

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🎧 Listen now on:

➡️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ovNZeQvpiTGSnFc1V8bKs?si=KuNqOS9dRBqNmZLBudlkQw 

➡️Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interview-15-alexandra-tydings-aphrodite-goddess-of-love/id1837138724?i=1000758707286 

➡️Youtube: https://youtu.be/Hr-Ty1dQk-M?si=kvSLvsp2ZQirifrf 

➡️Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-97k8t-1a7b9d2

This is an interview as part of a series of interviews with the Kiwis and Aussies who bought XWP to life - their goal is to interview 30 of the cast and crew to celebrate the shows 30th anniversary - it’s a podcast called - Xena: Warrior Nutballs you can follow them on:

Facebook ⚔️ https://m.facebook.com/p/Xena-Warrior-Nutballs-61578930248317/?wtsid=rdr_042NpIyiO9avlJ3v3&hr=1

Instagram ⚔️ https://www.instagram.com/xenawarriornutballs/


r/xena • • 4d ago

In The Furies when Xena keeps calling Gabrielle “Mavis”, does anyone know where that came from?

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“Don’t be ridiculous, Mavis”, cracks me up every time. Is that a Lucy ad-lib? Anyone know anything about it?


r/xena • • 5d ago

Julius Caesar or Ares, God of War

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Of the evil men in Xena's life who's your preference? Caesar or Ares


r/xena • • 5d ago

DVD set

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I have seen discussions about the best versions of the DVDs. I bought seasons 1-5 when they were first produced, but I never got season 6. I just purchased the final season in the version that (I think) matches my set, and I realized I probably should have asked first—is this a good set? (Season one’s box is backward to show the company logo in the first photo.)


r/xena • • 5d ago

Hi everyone, I haven’t drawn anything Xena related, and I’m having an artist block, so if you have any suggestions for a fan art, that would be nice.

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r/xena • • 5d ago

Xena Greece Youtube Channel

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Α greek channel. It has all Xena the series and Xena Trilogy/ Herc Crossovers on playlists in HD

Plus: Backstage, Raw Footage, Bloopers, Interviews, Conventions, Lucy Lawless other roles and much more stuff, almost all of them upscaled in HD.

Xena... Greece "Promo" 2020 (Restored)


r/xena • • 6d ago

Did y'all know Jane Holland, Kiwi costume designer for Seasons 5&6 was also pregnant while designing Xena's pregnancy costume for Lucy Lawless?! 💙🧵✂️🪡Here's her talking about the challenges of making it. Full interview links in bio ⬇️

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🎧 Listen now to her full interview:

➡️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5litWelcilkjRAB2vjnM8H?si=s1IIC8ssSEaznxWYADT1fQ 

➡️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/interview-26-jane-holland-costume-designer/id1837138724?i=1000796353322 

➡️Youtube: https://youtu.be/WHfhaGn_obg?si=2KqBpDTd0zEd8hUF 

➡️Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-5vehn-1b75f59 

This is an interview as part of a series of interviews with the Kiwis and Aussies who bought XWP to life - their goal is to interview 30 of the cast and crew to celebrate the shows 30th anniversary - it’s a podcast called - Xena: Warrior Nutballs you can follow them on:

Facebook ⚔️ https://m.facebook.com/p/Xena-Warrior-Nutballs-61578930248317/?wtsid=rdr_042NpIyiO9avlJ3v3&hr=1

Instagram ⚔️ https://www.instagram.com/xenawarriornutballs/


r/xena • • 5d ago

Armageddon Now before or after A Bitter Suite?

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Ive been showing Xena to my girlfriend (as in, ive watched it fully while shes new to it) and were at the beginning of season 3, yet im still unsure about what watch order would be preferable for a new viewer. I know Armageddon Now chronologically plays right after Maternal Instincts, but I worry jumping into A Bitter Suite right after Armageddon Now will be a bit choppy or jarring since it also continues right after Maternal Instincts. Im leaning towards doing the two Armageddon Now episodes after A Bitter Suite, is there anyone else who followed the same order? I find it less jarring to go from Armageddon Now to One Against An Army since theyre both self contained stories, instead of interrupting the Solan/Hope/Betrayal story with two crossover episodes. Interested in hearing everyone elses thoughts.


r/xena • • 6d ago

Xena Robe

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I thrifted this awesome Xena plush robe. I'm a fan but not a super fan or anything so I came here to find out more. I can't find anything about it online. The tag says Highlander Official Product, which is weird. Are the 2 productions connected in some way? I'm a way bigger fan of Highlander, so I'm now intrigued. Maybe I'll post in that sub too


r/xena • • 6d ago

NEWFOUNDLAND, CANADA

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I'm doing a poll for a friend, I'm looking for Xena fans in NL, Canada. Just a number. So if there are any here besides me, a hello would be great!


r/xena • • 7d ago

Were Mel and Janice Actually Xena and Gabrielle's Lookalikes In-Universe?

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I know Mel and Janice look exactly like Xena and Gabrielle because they're played by Lucy and Renee, but I've always wondered if that's actually how they're supposed to look in-universe.

Obviously, the resemblance is intentional for the audience, especially since Mel is a descendant of Xena and Janice is a descendant of Gabrielle. But I've always wondered whether the characters themselves would notice it or if it's simply a visual choice for the episode.

I find it especially interesting because Xena actually possesses Mel's body in the episode. So was she literally possessing a descendant who happened to look exactly like her centuries later?

I know I'm probably overthinking a fun episode, but I've always been curious whether Mel and Janice actually looked like their ancestors or if we're just seeing them that way as viewers.