Angst

A style of fanfic writing in which psychological suffering and mental anguish are the major themes. Angst writing has been known throughout the time of Daria fandom, but since the end of the TV series, it has become more common. A number of writers are particularly known for their "angsty" works (Angst Lords), though other writers are quite capable of producing works with extraordinary degrees of emotional torment (e.g., Kara Wild and Richard Lobinske).