scaryisntit posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 1:14pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

As usual, a very well written, lengthy chapter that is an utter joy to read. I honestly have no real qualms about the story, slow pacing or not.

I look forward to where you take the story now that Harry has finished his NEWTs.

Till next time,

scaryisntit.

Kalen Darkmoon posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 1:03pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Great new chapter. I like how you did the testing for Harry's NEWTs and thought the language test was rather unique though I suspected it immediately when it was three people who just happened to be waiting in the same room to converse with him. I especially had to chuckle at the image of the examiners sitting in the hut after Harry blew through the Auror team and "captured" them - particularly since he only had to reach the village, NOT capture it! LMAO

That had to be a seriously humbling experience for the hit wizards and aurors involved. Although such a test is rather unfair - pitting what amounted to a graduating student against fully academy trained and experienced hit wizards and aurors. That would be an exam I would be hard pressed seeing be even remotely fair for an academy graduate much less a 16 year old boy. One versus a dozen fully trained and experienced in addition to deadly creatures like acromantulas? Is this their Rambo course?

PhishBulb posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 12:58pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

P.S. Sorry this isn't a more romantic letter. I've tried writing them but they keep coming out sounding lame and dumb.

Quoted for Truth.

Also, Minerva is Headmistress, knows that a student has been harassing another and has attempted to break into that student's property and she simply sits back and watches what happens? She waits until the victimized student simply has had enough and beats down the other? Is there a requirement of the job that the Head of Hogwarts simply abandons their duty when it comes to protecting Harry and his friends?

I remember one time Lily Evans put a boy into the infirmary for a week because of his misplaced hands. While they could never prove that she was responsible, he was incapable of having children after that point

Really? That's an appropriate response? So basically Minerva is saying that a guy went overboard, but not criminally so (assuming misplaced hands does not mean attempted rape -- and if you meant that you should have said it) and was then cursed to the point where he couldn't bear children? And no one has a problem with that?

Can't say what the point of this is any more. The characters are getting farther and farther away from any semblance of realistic behavior -- and it seems that those behaviors are more and more coming from the generic Harry Potter author handbook (See Remus/Tonks). The general plot is still interesting, and the Newt exams especially the specialized defense exam was inspired. I'm pretty sure I've reached the point where skimming through it isn't even worth it, especially with the above scenarios showing up. Doubt you care. Wish you'd write something I'd enjoy. Doubt that can/will happen at this point. I won't bother with this again. Best of luck with the rest. I'm certainly impressed with the volume you put out.

webdoc posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 12:53pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

How about sending sugar free donuts?

Seriously though, another great chapter.

I do have a dumb question, maybe you already answered it. Is the Wizards Fall series finished?

slayersfan01 posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 12:28pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

That was nice, and going slow is not hurting this fic at all. I really like the fact that this is so character driven and you two flesh EVERYONE out instead of just the two main characters. I always drop what I'm doing to read updates of this fic. It's that good.

Poor, poor Lavender. However, I mean no offense but something doesn't seem right. If her dad is a very strict muggle catholic and her mom a witch (I'm only guessing since you didn't mention her) why is he letting his daughter learn "witchcraft"? Oh well, it doesn't really matter anyway.

David Rader posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 12:21pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

I have read all of your stories, but never reviewed. I'm not really good at doing that because I never know what to say.

Anyway, this time I wanted to say that I have found this to be one of the best character driven stories that I have ever read. The way you add comedy with the characters is fascinating. You have captured the characters in a way that is very hard to do. And you do it expecptionally well.

I am looking forward to reading the rest of this story. I am also eagerly awaiting the crossover that you stated you were working on with Harry and the X-Men.

T.Zukumori posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 12:04pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

To the wondrous beings known as the Authors That Be:

Thank you again for another wonderful chapter. Made my Friday evening most enjoyable. I don't know how you celebrate your holidays, but I wish you both very joyful season's tidings and a glorious New Year filled with Excellent Snide.

Please keep up the great writing,
-T.Zukumori

Akalon posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 12:03pm for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

God I love your Author's notes sections. In fact if you could would you please use me in one in one of your future chapters/stories please?

Anyways that reviewer shoulda known better then to ask for an 'update soon', tsk tsk tsk.

LOL

Tanaxanth posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 11:35am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Loved the story, but one line caused me re-read it just to make sure I understood...

Without a thought, he easily lifted her in his arms and took her over to the bed, where he laid her.

Wouldn't the word down at the end have caused less of a heart stop, or did Bob slip this one past Alyx?

Castlewizard27 posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 11:31am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

I like this story as much as any I have read on the internet. I think that you made Harry a bit more human, and I think that your outlook on how literal the prophecy is also makes me feel better about how Harry will end up.(Especially considering the way that canon ended. A small banter with Voldemort, one minor second or third year spell and Harry Wins! Rediculous I agree.) Harry being more powerful just feels right, and I think that the way you approached the Harry/Hermione relationship was very well done as well. I do however have one question. If they can use the portal door to travel into the day in England from Figi, why doesn't Remus use the portal to skip the night of the full moon and stay somewhere like Potter Manor or Grimmauld Place?

Castlewizard27 posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 11:30am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

I like this story as much as any I have read on the internet. I think that you made Harry a bit more human, and I think that your outlook on how literal the prophecy is also makes me feel better about how Harry will end up.(Especially considering the way that canon ended. A small banter with Voldemort, one minor second or third year spell and Harry Wins! Rediculous I agree.) Harry being more powerful just feels right, and I think that the way you approached the Harry/Hermione relationship was very well done as well. I do however have one question. If they can use the portal door to travel into the day in England from Figi, why doesn't he use the portal to skip the night of the full moon and stay somewhere like Potter Manor or Grimmauld Place?

morriganscrow posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 11:06am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to go hurt my husband.
By all means - as he is yours, do as you see fit...just not the hands or head, okay? That way he can still create, and type, this excellent story. Any other bits are fair game.
Brilliant chapter.

Gardengirl posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 10:24am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Thanks for another rich, meaty update. I do so enjoy your work! For my part, I'm enjoying a character driven piece... action is great, but interpersonal relationships are terrific too. Merry Christmas, and take good care of Dobby and the llamas.

fallingmonkey3 posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 10:22am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Nice chapter you too... The Defense Mastery is really cool. He did go way past their expectations. That was awesome. So he's a reserve Auror now... Awesome. I'm glad that Lavender finally got put into her place. She needed to be put there... Oh yeah, for the record, I love the journal entries. I saw the note about someone wanting you to take them out. Don't. They're awesome. Great job on this chapter!!

Melissa posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 10:08am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Awesome!! I want more! (I want a lot of things but Karma keeps making me wait.) 'sigh'Keep up the good work and I'll send a batch of Monkey Bread. (Soo much better than donuts!) :-D

Rick D Gale posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 9:18am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Another very entertaining chapters from some of the finest warped minds in the Harry Potter Universe.

How your stories can be so outstanding and your Authors Notes be so ... Juvenile still amazes me.

I hold you in the highest regard for your writing and storytelling abilities, and will wait willingly for the next installment of your story.

Rick

Crys posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 9:11am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Good description of the short prank fight.

What recreational pharmaceuticals is Bob taking to write stories like X. Lovegood? More to the point, where can I get some?

Liked how you ratcheted up the tension regarding Lavender over the past chapters (and especially in this one) and then in how you dealt with her.

> Those poor kids will never have a decent head of hair.
Snerk!

Wakizashi? Er, isn't that the name of the mid-sized of the three curved, traditional Japanese blades? Katana, wakizashi, and tanto IIRC.

Ooh, good ideas on the Languages and (especially) the Hit Wizard exam.

*nod* That scene with McG and Sirius is, of course, stage-setting for the summer. Glad you're putting it in here instead of trying to stuff it into place later when it FEELS like it's stuffed in at the last minute.

Nice touch at the end of the Prophet article. One reference that is relevant to the story, one "Oh, yeah, what's happening with him?" and one totally irrelevant to us but makes the society "feel" more real. The whole celebrity fascination thing. Though would the reference have anything to do with a certain 16 year old here in the States in the news this week?

Hmm. "Harr . . ." in front of Ginny no less. That girl either will or already HAS figured it out.

Alyx? Your closing A/N were a valiant attempt, but, in all honesty, I must tell you that you don't pull of "psychotic" quite as well as your husband does. I know, I know. You're heart-broken over this. Not to worry, a few more years of being exposed to him (take that as you will) will enable you to emulate his thought patterns at will.

Definitely looking forward to the next chapter.

And especially looking forward to the moment when every jaw in Wizarding Britain hits the floor when Harry comes out from behind the Evan guise.

jeffstrauser@yahoo.com posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 8:40am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Awesome chapter!!!! Will there be an epilogue? How many chapters are there going to be after this one? Do keep up the awesome work and update soon please!:):):):)

Roberta Johnson posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 8:30am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

Happy Holidays, All! And thanks for the chapter!
It's the best gift I've received so far!

Meteoricshipyards posted a comment on Friday 21st December 2007 7:17am for Chapter 6 - Year Six Continued

> French Veelas while competing in the race. But one Veela did come forward to say "He iz a God!"

Sounds like someone's read Make a Wish. :-)

Good chapter. Liked the Mastery test. Liked how Tonks and Remus got together. Will Remus have an flat in the Grimwauld Appartments?

Hermione's response to Lavender was a lot less violent than I expected.

Thanks for writing. You create very enjoyable stories. Thank you.

Tom A.