Starry Knight ([email protected])
2004-09-01
ch 2, anonymous

Hi, Roku-senpai!

I'm sure I'm not the first on the site to pop up out of nowhere and suddenly declare myself a fan of your stories--but it's true!

One day while I was at study hall at boarding school, a friend emailed me the link saying I HAD to read it, and I did. It made me laugh out loud, and now the ladies who "monitor" us during study hall have a decidedly skewed opinion of my reading material!

This was really one of the only FY fics that was worth following. I don't really care for fanfiction in general--I'd rather write than read, but the intense quality of your thoughts and your appreciation for the characters and plot of the original story made both this and "White Stones" dazzling, meaningful stories. I can't truthfully say that about too many other stories.

Now I KNOW you've heard this one, but the ban on scriptfics makes all of us REALLY PISSED OFF. A fic I've got in the Fire Emblem section is in imminent danger of being booted off. My readers signed and sent a petition, but to no avail. Honestly! "Unleash your imagination and free your soul"...but only if you can cram it into a template, shut it in a box, and then throw it into the air to flounder!

It's great that you've created a new site to rebel against the Nazi regime of ff.net! Rock on, and hope you know that almost everyone who's still clinging to this scumbag site

SUPPORTS YOU ONE HUNDRED PERCENT!

Don't give up!

~Starry Knight ^_~.

Etrurielle ([email protected])
2004-08-10
ch 1, anonymous

OMG OMG i can't believe they actually did it. after the nc-17 thing and this i'm almost ready tog ive up on fanfiction.net. screw i AM going to make my own fanifction site, and it no stupid unnecessary rules!! but its not bad in this form either of course but its the principle of the thing, luckily i printed out a hard copy of the original casting stones of the chapters thus far, took alot of ink let me tell you, but i loved it the way it was, stupid ff.net administrators, i wish i knew how to get in touch with them i would give them a piece of my mind. okay well now i'm ranting. thanks for re-formating it, cause i love following this story.

It's The Dee
2004-08-08
ch 13, signed

Apologies for the late review, insert my excuse of choice in here, you know the drill. Now, to sum up my overall feelings about the latest installment of "Casting Stones":

BEST.
CHAPTER.
EVER.

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways (and please keep in mind that I actually read this about two months ago, so it's gonna be a little choppy...):

Number One: Roku as Taiitsukun. Highly strange? Yes. Highly amusing? Oh, definitely.

Number Two: Well, it was Confrontation, which happens to only be my most favouritest chapter of White Stones! Need I really say more? Well, perhaps I needn't, but because you know I will...

Number Three: "Serenity fountains make me have to pee!" *snicker snicker snicker* I kept wondering what was wrong with Chichiri... I really hadn't guessed that at all! Nothing ever goes right in this play, does it? I mean, first Taiitsukun, then the Nyan-Nyans, and now this -- you're lucky your reviewers love ya so much, otherwise they might be about ready to demand their money back. ^^; Also, my favourite part about this scene... well, naturally, Tamahome's bathroom business. You have to admit that boy can turn anything into a money-making opportunity. And I love Kenshin and Sannosuke, so that just makes things all the better.

Number Four: South Pacific love scene. Oh, yes indeed. You, my friend, are the absolute master of revenge. And way to learn how to use Shin to your advantage! Though I have to be honest: while I did find this scene muy amusing, I also found it more than a little disturbing. The idea of someone finding Taiitsukun attractive, particularly someone as "me-ow!" gorgeous as Tokaki... (shudder) 'tis a frightening thought. But Subaru was really fun in this scene, and her little "love conversation" with you was filled with giggles! I love how you keep adding little character quirks to just about all of FY's characters, even those with almost no airtime. I'm half-expecting a Hikitsu and Tomite chapter, to be honest.

Number Five: The volleyball demon. Ah, yes, cheap props at their finest! I really don't know what to say about this scene exactly, except that, well, I loves it. The end. ^^;

And, I guess that's about it...

HAH! Yeah right! I haven't even gotten a chance to gush about the most amazing, the most terrific, the most DAMN HILARIOUS thing I may have EVER read...

"Chichiri Eastwood In: Demon Huntin'!!"

Let's me just get this out of my system: BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH...AHA...HAHAHA...HA...HA...ah...

That's self-explanatory, I think. ^.~ But in case you needed more proof of my amazing love for this scene... let's begin. First off all, the mental image of Chichiri in a cowboy hat and poncho with a cigar sticking out of his mouth is more than enough to provoke giggles even in the most serious of situations. The "pimpmonk" of Fushigiggles may top the Hilarious Mental Image chart, but believe me, Chichiri the Cowboy is taking a very, VERY close second place. While this alone could have easily made the chapter, you, my hilarious friend, overachieved and added in Mitsukake's highly amusing commentary, "The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly" music... and of course, the icing on the cake. Oh, yes, I'm talking about Chichiri takin' down the demon... with a MISSLE LAUNCHER! Pardon me while I burst into chuckles for another moment... hehehehehe... okay, all better. If an FY fan didn't laugh at that scene, then they're inhuman. Somethin's wrong with 'em. It borderlines on genius. It's magical.

I'm gonna go read it again.

*Peals of giggles ensue*

Wow, I needed that. Thanks a million for this deliciously hilarious chapter, Roku-senpai. I haven't laughed this hard since Haley-chan's "Fushigiggles." And yes, that's a big, big compliment. ^_^

I wish I could end my review there, but there's another little issue to face. And let me tell you... I am PISSED at the thought that Casting Stones and one of the best authors on ff.net might be in jeopardy of going under because of some ridiculous rule! That has to be the stupidest thing I've heard since Dan Quayle was elected Vice President! Well, I can tell you right now, Roku-senpai, that I am behind you one-hundred percent! I just sent those crazies an e-mail "urging them to rethink their decision," and I can tell you right now that if they wanna be little bitches about it, well, then I can be a bitch about it too! If they boot you, then I'm deleting my account and setting up over at MediaMiner. That's all there is to it. I will absolutely not put up with a website that punishes an author for writing a good fanfic in a script format. In fact, if they do pull something like that, I think we should **all* drop our accounts! Who needs ff.net, anyway? It's more important that us fanfic nerds stick tagedda! ~.^

Your Ally Against the Fanfic Nazis,
Dee ~_^

P.S. "Castaway" movie reference alert! Extra Roku points for me! ^_^

spak_chan ([email protected])
2004-07-30
ch 13, anonymous

Figured now was a good time to drop by with a review, as I've just printed off the entirety of Casting Stones, and am currently punching holes in it to put it in a binder. Not an easy task as holepuncher old and cranky, and only takes 5 pages at a time. Seems my timing was accurate, as ff.net might decide to pull it out. Bastards!

Anywhoodles, I already have a printout of White Stones... which, after getting my boyfriend addicted to Fushigi Yuugi, gave him the first chapter to read. He stole the rest of it to take to summer camp, where he's working as a counselor. He's read it twice, haha! I told him so long as he keeps it outta the hands of the kiddies... ^.~ Just letting you know another person appreciates your work.

I'm going to corrupt him with Casting Stones next. Heh!

Reviewer

Date

Chapter

Type

frenchiecangal

2004-07-26

13

Signed

I've been reading your works for a while now, but never really reviewed. I figure now is a great time, since I can't sleep and it's 1:30. I'll just say that this review encompasses every story you've written and I've read.

You are an amazing author.

I love your story lines. Very, very original, and very intriguing. The way you write is just... Wow. You are such a talented writer. Your characterization for everyone in the stories is fantasically done. You keep their original personalities, and still keep them true to your own story. Your humor, especially in this story (not to mention in Hidden Paths on a CloudCast Night when Tasuki and Taka were in the bathroom together... One of my favorite moments) is something I find amusing, which is hard on this site for me. You're just such a talented writer, and it's hard for me to continue to single out everything I like.

I really enjoy your stories. A lot. Let's just put it that way.

Now, I'll concentrate on this story specifically. It was... Wow. The end, with Chichiri, was hysterical. Everything with Tasuki and Tama was just as funny. All in all, it was amazing. I can't pinpoint my favorite part, so I won't. I'll just say I love it a lot.

I want to say that Akugi 2 has some connection to Cast Away, but I'm not positive, so I'll stop there, just in case.

Well, I need to end this and get sleep. I apologize for not reviewing earlier. Your work includes some of the best stories I've read on this site, and is just amazing amazing amazing. And, without further ado, I shall end this.

Less than three!

Spak-chan

2004-07-21

13

Anonymous

Akuki #2 is from Cast Away. Heh. Wilson the volleyball. :P

Worth a thousand laughs and more! :D

As another note, I managed to get my boyfriend hooked on FY... and then made him read my printout copy of "White Stones", which he loved, and is now rereading. :D Just thought I'd drop that note, hee.

Sagara Sanosuke a.k.a Sai

2004-07-15

13

Signed

AHit'sback! *passes out*

Ahem. Anyway ^_^;; it's good to have another two mouth-cracking chapters of Casting Stones to read after a long, long period of tedious work -_- And lo and behold, it seems that I haven't been forgotten after all! ^^

Favourite part: Tokaki and the Attempted Seduction Of The Sandwich-- ah, Sand Witch. ^__^ Kaze's gonna get you good for that. Must see what evil plans I can make with her... *cackles* Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery...and who better to flatter than the illustrious Director herself? And we could enlist the aid of a flame-haired male who shall remain namless for now '^_^'

(And Tama's got DRINKS! Why didn't he give me any?! This situation will be fixed immediately, or my name ain't Sagara Sanosuke!)

*awaits the next chappie*

-Sano
P.S: Why are Ryuen and Mouse-chan so... meek? It's like they've got AS-Ryuuen Syndrome or something...

Zolac no Miko

2004-07-04

13

Signed

Bwahahahahahahahaha! Ah, there's nothing quite like laughing your ass off at 11:40 at night! Hope I didn't wake the neighbors; I'm just glad my mom's out of town!

And dare I read the Akugis? Oh yes I dare indeed! But come on, Roku, the Castaway reference? Too easy!

Well, I'm glad you're back. Heck, I'm glad *I'm* back. I've been sitting on a mountain top with my grandparents doing Cinderella work for two and a half weeks... and there's nothing to do up there but watch PBS! Gotta love that Antiques Roadshow! Actually, it was kind of nice to have some peace and quiet, but it's good to be back.

I look forward to seeing what happens once Tama gets Tasuki sufficiently sloshed. This should be fun! I also look forward to further work on Bridges... can't wait!

And look for my parody of MSSH (a parody of a comedy, oh my!) starring our favorite redhead and explaining why he needs tweezers, coming soon (I hope!).

And with that shameless promotion, I leave you. Ciao!

Ryuen

2004-06-25

13

Signed

Bravo, Roku; bravo. ^_~ Another excellent, hilarious chapter of Casting Stones. And you know, as much as I enjoyed the entirety of the chapter in all its comedic insanity, for me, the finest moment can be summed up by two special little words: rocket launcher. Waahahahahaaha!

But seriously, CS never ceases to leave me weak and breathless with laughter, and this chapter was no different; and I must also say that it amazes me how much vivid, imaginative detail you include of the various sets--makes me feel like I'm actually sitting there in that theatre, critiquing Chichiri's incorrect Zen posture and looking at these magnificent sets. ^_~ ...oh, and now, at last, I understand why mention of basket chairs makes Mouse-chan turn six shades of red! Muwaha!

Anyway, thank you again for a beautiful, ridiculous, hilarious chapter; I am ever looking forward to more, though I can most certainly handle a delay if it means more of Bridge! Woohoo! *waves WE LOVE BRIDGE! flag* Best of luck in all your literary endeavors, and I hope to talk to you soon. Ja! *wave*

Samurai-Nashie

2004-06-19

13

Signed

Absolutely fabulous once again. *shakes fist* You nearly gave me a seizure when I read the oni destruction scene. You probably fulfilled many Chichiri's fangirls' dreams when he pulled the Clint Eastwood act.

Wonderful as always. When you have a cast as colorful as the Suzaku no Shichiseishi and a crew filled with...ahem...*intriguing* characters, hilarity ensues. (I still can't get over the missile launcher idea...*shakes head*) Anyway, I wish you luck on Bridge over the Abyss, and hope you can finish it without too many difficulties. Once again, fabulous chapter.

Wingstar23

2004-06-18

13

Signed

*stands on chair whistling and clapping, realises it's a roller chair and promptly slips off* no, really, i nearly did that! this chapter was great! beautiful! i think it's one of the funniest, most original ones yet! i can't wait to see what happens next! poor poor tasuki... though i did like the explanation tama gives tasuki for drinking gatorade. i was reading the line after that, where you have tasuki thinking there was something wrong with tama's excuse, and all i nearly choked laughing! electrolytes...hehe that scene is going to make for one hell of a confrontation between those two! and between the rest of the crew probly! and why did i know you were going to use the fountains in this scene to cause havoc? *muse whispers* because of the title of the scene... *blushes* oh yeah, right! ^^; but still, that was genius! ROTFL! 'specially liked the scene with the NYC cop... 'so we axe 'em what they tink dere doin'...' perfectly written out! and the second i read the part about chiri' bouncing on his feet... all i could think is 'hmm... my baby cousin does that when she has to go...OMG! what's gonna happen next?!' best part ever (to me at anyrate) the oni destruction scene! i was afraid, and yet laughing hysterically at chiri's version of clint eastwood, or should i say your writing of chiri as clint eastwood! for a few seconds i was actually picturing ws written that way... then i remembered they didn't have rocket launchers in ancient china. but still, it was beautiful, the way it was written made it sound so much cooler than the original! and my gods! mits was hillairious! 'violence!i can sense it!' *claps while nearly paralyzed with laughter* that was one of my favorite parts! i love the idea of him as a violence loving pyro!
and and and! beach ball! can we say 'castaway'? chiri blowing up the ball was so much better than the way that movie turned out! i say we replace tom hanks with chichiri and remake that movie so the oni scene is somehow put into it! it was the most brilliant bit of comedy i've read in way too long! and the end! *huggles fic* that was amazing! loved the way you used chiri's 'i'm not a saint' line! i had to stop reading i was laughing so hard! more i say more! *claps harder than ever then grows serious*
this chapter was great, but what impressed me most was how light it was given what's going on in your life right now. that just blew me away... it really made an impression on me and, well, just thought i'd mention it i s'pose...
they do say laughter is the best healer next to time, right? anyhow, hope you get to laugh alot more.
well, maybe not too soon seeing as that might kill the setting for bridge- but the second you're not writing that! or anything else serious 'cause there's nothing more embarassing than busting out laughing in the middle of a lecture or presentation at work. anyhow, this has gone on long enough and i should probably end it before i take up three pages on the boards. so yeah short version of this- best chapter yet, keep it up and good luck in everything.
'til next time
~Tenshi Kitsune~

Etrurielle ([email protected])

2004-06-17

13

Anonymous

YAY!! an update and my favorite oart of white stones too!! i must that was hilarious, and it totally made my day i'm in the middle of finals week and just took a global ss regents today, but now i've totally forgot about it. the clint eastwood gag was great, and i love how you used the "i never claimed to be a saint" line from that scene, i died of laughter. Great Cast Away referance in the akugi.lol. i'll admit though i never heard tom hanks say it cause i watched it in french with my relatives who came to visit and don't speak english, so the wilson sounded more like whelsuun!! anyway great chapter! now back to BRIDGE!! i have actually been having dreams about that story. the cliff hanger is killing me!
~Etrurielle

Kaze-chan

2004-06-17

13

Signed

What movie reference, Castaway? Believe it or not that was THE FIRST THING I thought of when you brought up volleyball-oni! Like Wilson had been possessed!

And Roku, I am actually smiling very serenely right now. Oh, yes, during your little torture I was screaming, and pounding, and generally reacting exactly the way you wanted... but now. Now. Now I am serene, I am calm. Because I know exactly what I am going to do with you, my dear older sister. I know exactly... what... to do...

Two bits!

It's The Dee

2004-06-16

12

Signed

(Talking to self) I will get better at reviewing promptly, I will get better at reviewing promptly... And here I go, breaking yet another personal goal. Many apologies that, once again, I've taken forever to get around to reviewing. And I used to be so good at spitting them out quickly! (Sigh) The usual string of excuses, minus school, so.. wow, that cuts my excuses down pretty good. I guess I don't have a good one, this time... ah, well, that saves a lot of space, I guess! Onto the review!

It's sometimes hard for me to review comedy stories, because there doesn't seem to be as much to comment on besides: "Oh, that was clever," or "Haha, I thought that was funny!" but I'll do my very best to give you another record breaking review. I do try to live up to my own legacy, you know. ^_^ Oh, and sorry that I never replied to your reviews and e-mail; I was going to, but I figured you were probably really busy and I didn't want to bother you with a pair of essentially pointless e-mails. Which is odd that I would think that, because I rather enjoy receiving essentially pointless e-mails... I guess if you want me to respond, I still can; I *never* clean out my yahoo inbox, so...

AH! I MUST REVIEW, NOT RAMBLE!

First off, I was a bit surprised to discover that you were such a slow typer. I assumed that with all the writing you do - and with the quickness you occasionally get chapters out - that you were a quick typist. Never judge a book by its cover, I s'pose. And if nothing else, it made for an amusing addition to the story. Oh, and does your e-mail really quack at you? And if so, how can I get mine to do that? Because that's, for lack of a better term, freakin' awesome!

Second note: I thought the "strike" issue, as well as the e-mails that you and your friends wrote back to each other, were wildly clever. They sounded so formal that it made the situation even more amusing, plus I love how you let them write their own messages. It really added a sense of, oh, personality to the piece. Yeah. That's a good word for it. One of my personal favourites (there will probably be more; I'm reviewing as I reread/skim the chapter): "I, as Director and Author, am essentially... GOD." Cheers to being the God of fanfics! *Clink!* And cheers to the "Bwahahaha" laugh, while we're at it - it's the best text laugh there is! ^_^ Though you know, some of your Techmonkeys (as I lovingly call them in *my* drama club) do have good points... like all that gratuitous Chichiri-lovin'... Heh, all this theatre talk is reminding me of stuff from drama. Therefore, I must now share the story of the birth of the title Techmonkey with you. Right before a play my friend Devin turned to Kyle and said: "Back to your work, Techmonkey!" Then, he softens. "No, I'm just kidding. I used to be a Techie myself... until I realized I had talent! Oh, BURN!" Sometimes I'm a little surprised *our* tech crew didn't go on strike, ah-heh... Back to the fic! (This is what I get for writing this at one AM...)

I take it there really isn't a White Stones yahoo! group. That would be a little far-fetched. In fact, I know there isn't, because I was stupid enough to look it up (out of curiousity!). Yeah, I'm a loser. I believe that's been stated numerous times by now... *sweatdropping ensues* Oh! (Sudden randomness alert!) Hey! I had to memorize "Jabberwocky" for Drama I this year! "'Twas mimsy and the slithy toves Did gyre and gimble in the wabe..." Wow, I can't believe I still remember that. ^_^

Did you really work theatre jobs before? It's hard to know what all is real and imaginary in this story, anymore... it's become a very, very odd peek in Roku's life... ^^;; But if you did, that's unbelievably awesome. Long live the drama geeks! And, really, you should have asked me to help ya out. I may not be a Techmonkey, but I know a thing or two about backstage work (if nothing else, I can do makeup!) But then again, I guess finding people who *knew* what they were doing would've taken all the fun out of this thing...

Hehe, Ryuen and Purple Mouse were cracking me up in this, particularly their misconception about your level of sensitivity towards... well, mostly anything. They sorta sounded like nervous fangirls, but it was cute. Have I mentioned how cool it is that you have "ficcing friends"? Because I still think that is unbearably cool... And it's a real shame this in text, 'cause I really wanted to see just what this UFO dance was... well, I s'pose I can use my imagination (pity I don't know anything about dancing...). And *why* is it so amusing to see Tomo getting fried? I really ought to feel more sympathy for him, shouldn't I? Wow, I don't have any sympathy for Miboshi, either. Heh. I rather like this chapter. It's turning into a "Let's beat up on the Seiryuu Seishi that Dee doesn't like" party. Now, if only Nakago could get a boot to the head... heehee, pardon the Tantrics reference. As one final note before I move on to the next "Part" of this, I shall be memorizing and using the jokes Tasuki & your father supplied. What can I say, I have a twisted sense of humour.

Now then. To begin the final part, let's start with something just as erratic as the rest of this review: referring to Chichiri as "dollface" and "sweetcheeks" is enormously funny to me, and I have no idea why. I suppose I can just picture the two of you having that conversation, and it comes off as wildly entertaining. Heehee. And kudos to your, ah, "negotiating skills." After the initial stubbornness, I'd say you handled the mini-strike pretty well. And... ah-hah-hah-ah-hah... oh, I'm sorry, I *do* apologize, but I cannot **wait** to see you as Taiitsukun in the next chapter. I can't even begin to imagine what kind of trouble **that** is going to cause...

Well, overall this was another lovely chapter in the CS saga, as well as a strange but enjoyable change of pace from "Bridge Over the Abyss" (just don't take a break from that for *too* long, okay? Please?). Like I said before, I don't know exactly what to say in comedy fanfic reviews except "it was funny" or "it wasn't all that funny," so... Best of luck keeping the remnants of your lovely play together - I, like the rest, move on to chapter thirteen eagerly, and ready for more giggle-worthy moments in the world of "Casting Stones." I'll also be taking notes on your acting skills, and since my very favourite scene of "White Stones" is coming up soon, I'm going to be *particularly* nitpicky this time(smile-smile). No pressure, though, of course...

Your Faithful (If Not Tardy) Reader,
Dee ~_^

Stariko-Tasuki No Miko1

2004-06-16

13

Signed

I can't believe this is the 1st time I've actually reviewed CS and I've been following it almost since the beginning two years ago. It keeps getting better and better all the time. Not too many fics can display such a wide array of emotions all the time and manage to keep it all together *CS, All of Purple Mouse's fics and Tansho-a personal fave of mine-are among the few that allways emotional roller coasters. I shall impatiently wait for the next update *though I shudder to think what Tamahome has in store for Tasuki now...and I'm sure Miaka's in for it as well*

Oh! Roku points to explain Akugi 2! Hee hee, Wilson, also known here as the Oni Volleyball, was Tom Hank's character's only companion on the deserted island in "Castaway". Course in the movie, Wilson didn't get nuked by a method acting Shin influenced monk. NOW that would be worth seeing!! ^_~.

Eikou

2004-06-16

13

Anonymous

That was the most entertaining chapter yet! The image of Chichiri with a rocket blaster is just too much, as is drunk Tasuki talking about his mom. I can't wait to read the next chapter of this and Bridge! Oh, and is the film reference from Robinson Crusoe?

Neko-ane

2004-06-16

13

Anonymous

It's... it's... CASTAWAY!! Oh, gods!

Ah, this fic is so spectacular, wonderfluous, splendiferol!

otaku-no-miko

2004-06-16

13

Anonymous

Castaway! Castaway! ^_^

Gods, this chapter had me cracking up so badly. The last lines...and it doesn't help I keep on looking at the Conan O'Brien show at intervals...

Tokaki has an obsession with Tai-Itsukun? o_O That's...slightly creepy...

Hope everything is alright in your family life. All us fans have been worried.

Until next chapter
-otaku-

Purple Mouse

2004-06-16

13

Signed

Castaway, Roku. ^_~ I shed real tears when Wilson floated away.

Anyway, LOVE the chapter!! Never thought I'd see Chichiri with a missile launcher; man, that part just kept getting better and better! And Mits' glee at the violence reminds me of one of my friends, don't think you know her; she's a mild-mannered elementary school music teacher by day, but you should see her root for violence when we go to the movies!

Case in point: Troy.

Menlaus goes bye-bye.

Anu: Aw-RIGHT!

Anyway. Like I said before, love the routine with Tokaki. Interesting Seishi Power he's got...not that holding it is particularly useful in a battle, but at least he's got the teleporting thing, too. ^_~ Otherwise...

Byakko Seishi Orientation:

Tatara: Hi! I'm Tatara, and I can control plants!

Subaru: Hi! I'm Subaru, and I can manipulate time!

Tokaki: Hi...uh, I'm Tokaki, and I...can wait a really long time before I have to pee.

All: ...

Byakko: **watching from above** Curses! That didn't work as well as I thought...well, I'd better give him a secondary power, as well...

**poof**

Tokaki: ...AND, I can teleport to the bathroom and back!!

All: ...

Tokaki: Just teleport! Just teleport! See?? **zip zip zip** I'm useful!

Anyway. Mouse-chan is clearly insane, and am making a mountain out of a molehill and being as random as possible.

Also liked Tamahome's attempt to get Tasuki drunk enough to spill about Miaka...hehehe. ^_~ But anyway, I'll be looking out for Bridge!!

Reviewer

Date

Chapter

Type

otaku-no-miko

2004-05-23

12

Signed

Great writing once again Roku-san! The letters made me crack up (as well as your responses to them), the seishi being usaed as packhorses was memorable, and the very end was ne of those "Oh. My. God" moments. This was priceless! I can't wait to see more!
And I'd suggeest not waiting another eight months, your fans might kill you...
~otaku~

Shian ([email protected])

2004-05-22

3

Anonymous

I really love "A Need To Fish" nyao. It's really funny nyao. I also really like the dancing with Chichiri part nyao.
There is one itsi thing though, I'm a RREALY big fan of Amiboshi-san, do have room for more of him nyu? I also really like Suboshi-san and Tasuki-san nya.
Are you going to use me for this fic nyao? If so, I have what my friends call "the cat accent" nya. I think it's from both Di Gi Charat and Pita-Ten nyu. I'm about 5'2" nyo. I'm also unmistakably blonde with blue/ gray eyes nya. I have been described as "Shy, but can be stubborn and out-going" nyu, "Good listener" nye, and (from a certain friend who is EXTREMLY high maitenance, A.K.A. Zaki nya) "The oracle" nyue (cuz I read futures, but mainly through dreams, my own and others')nya. I can't speel for a million bucks and I'm a HUGE fan of Monty Python myew.
Also, if you have recieved any reviews from a "Shinju" (not the fanfic author), it's probably my best-friend, who shall remain nameless nyu. Shinju-chan and I created a pair of twin sisters (of corse named Shinju and Shian) to be us nyo.
If you're going to use Shinju-chan, she is ,I think about, 5'6" with brown shoulder-lingth, brown hair (mines about 2 inches shorter) and deep brown eyes nyao. (Shinju-chan can spell REALLY well nya.) Shiju-chan is really quiet and shy, but loves manga nya. Her favorite bishi is Tasuki-san nyo, but she also likes Kenshin-san, Kyou-san, Ferio-san, and alot more nya.
Shinju-chan and I are, as we say, "manga artits in training" nya. We're going to start a manga called "Essence of Fire" nyo, Shinju-chan, who I think is the better artist, is doing the drawings nyu and I am doing the coloring nyo, which she's bad at and I'm good at nya.
I'm sorry for taking up so much of your time nyo. And thankyou for reading this nyo.
Ciao,
Shian-chan

Eikou

2004-05-21

12

Anonymous

Thank you so much for the new chapter! I really couldn't wait for this to update! That's really interesting, all those connections between life and the story? Art reflects life, and vice versa, I guess!

J. Liha

2004-05-20

12

Anonymous

Pooh, I still can't get into my account! But my distress is calmed by the sight of a beyotiful chapter of 'Casting Stones" Ah, bliss. Anyhow, update soon, because my butt hurt from all this sitting. ^_^

Kaze-chan

2004-05-18

12

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*cracks knuckles*
*blows on fingernails and buffs them on shirt*
I get results *wicked smirk* Oh yes, a flying contraption - harness, wires, a couple of pulleys, no problem! Just gotta use that "little bit of makeup" to really make you look the roll! *cackles*

Chichiri's Girl ([email protected])

2004-05-18

12

Anonymous

Oh you are just too evil, Roku-chan! Now you're really going to put CG/J on Seiryuu's bad side, aren't you? Insulting his sorcerer twice, hm? Anyway, loved what you did with those crew members who happened to (rightly so, I may add)get disgusted with the way Herr Director had been treating them. Thanks for making CG unrepentant to the last...very true to life. Now give me Chichiri, dammit! Free will, my @#$#! Just tie him up with a nice green ribbon and hand him on over.
Also loved how you made our "esteemed sire" true to life. Those damn jokes of his are now recorded for all time in the fanfic historical annals.
Good work and do NOT let another eight months go by before you update this fic.

Kei-chan1

2004-05-17

12

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Wahahahahaahah, Roku-chan, that was a great chapter! Everyone is insanely real to life, as always, and I'm glad I got to help, though.. uh... I think I'm going to be fearing for my life right now... **ducks flying objects from Kaze-chan's, and Kryssa's, direction** Hey, I couldn't leave her all alone to fend for herself!
Anyway, I'm glad you're back, and better than ever! Hope you had a blast!

Samurai-Nashie

2004-05-17

12

Signed

Great work as usual. Ah, strikes. I remember them so well. *gets smacked* Ouchies...I sympathize with the director though. Heehee...Kryssa and Chichiri...EVILNESS! *laughs insanely*

Zolac no Miko

2004-05-17

12

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Muhahahahahahaha! I love the part with Tomo... Kekekekeke! ZAP! Ek ek ek ek ek!! Hee hee!
Well, actually, I love all of it, but I had to pick something, yes?
Welcome back from Europe, and welcome back to Casting Stones! You were well missed!

Uozumi

2004-05-16

12

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I'm ecstatic that you're back as well.
Very entertaining chapter and I can't wait for your debut as Tai Yi-Jun either.
~ Uozumi

Etrurielle ([email protected])

2004-05-15

12

Anonymous

AH! an update for casting stones? i may just die of shock, or laughter since that was hilarious as usual. I must say i is so great to have more casting stones, this story can just make my day. and now onto the confrontation scene!! yay!! i really can't wait to see how that works out 'cause not only is that like my favorite part of white stones but...you as Taiitsukun, well that should proove to be interesting. try and not to take another overly long period of time to update (lol) though that would be forgiven if Bridge gets finished :) *nod*
~Etrurielle

Jouseiryuu ([email protected])

2004-01-24

11

Anonymous

I love Casting stones! I've read White Stones and I loved it too! Unfortunatelt, my com was playing up so I couldn't review. Would you mind putting me in Casting Sones? I'd like that a lot. Okay, so maybe I sould mail you to ask. Anyway, keep up the good work! I admire your work a lot.

otaku-no-miko(whose curently too lazy to log in)

2004-01-13

11

Anonymous

*coughs*
...*coughs again*
*explodes from contained laughter**patiently puts self back together*
...BWA!BWAA HAA HAA HAA HAA HA! You are GOOD, Roku-sama! GOOD, I say! Oh my god, this is HILARIOUS! "I know my lines. Dur." That cracked me UP!
*begins to breathe again* Honestly, I normally write reviews with at least a complaint or two, but my only real one is insane:they're TOO SHORT! But So funny... I love reading your fics, Roku-sama! Churn out more, I say! More!
Heh. Until next chapter
~otaku~

Trillium

2003-10-13

11

Anonymous

Thank you! It was my 21st. I had a great time. I had to come read again, just to see my name in print :D Thank you!

Trillium

2003-10-06

11

Anonymous

Hey, Sept 2nd is my b-day, too! I love this fic, I had to reread your other ones before returning to this one, which is why it toke me so long to review. Sorry. Incidently, "Sweet Mystery of Life" was in a Jeannette McDonald/Nelson Eddy movie called "Naughty Marietta" way before "Young Frankenstien" was made. When I go home, I'll ask my Mom who wrote it, she'll know. I love your sisters, they're so cool. Ciao.

Reviewer

Date

Chapter

Type

Eikou

2003-09-21

11

Anonymous

Gomen, Roku-dono, but I'm not at liberty to give out my email. I'm very sorry. I'd really love to, but, well. But, please refresh my memory, what were my questions?

Zolac no Miko ([email protected])

2003-09-17

11

Anonymous

WE ARE THE KNIGHTS WHO SAY... NI! (ni!) WE ARE THE KEEPERS OF THE SACRED WORDS: NI, PANG, AND NEEWOM! (neewom!)

oh roku, you've done it again. your gonna get me in trouble with the librarians! just reading the part in the beginning about the chicken... and the knights who say ni! classic!

oh gods, my face is all flushed from laughing... and, ahem, other things... heh heh...

my friends and i have been going crazy, waiting for a new cs chapter... thank you so much! and welcome back!

WE ARE NOW NO LONGER THE KNIGHTS WHO SAY NI! (ni!) (shh!) WE ARE NOW THE KNIGHTS WHO SAY... ICKYICKYICKYICKYFUKANGZUPOINGZOINGZNG... (ni!)

It's The Dee

2003-09-13

11

Signed

I swear, the forces of technology have been at work, trying to prevent me from reviewing this! I can't count the number of times I've gotten on to review, only to have my computer mysteriously crash! It's freaky. But anyway, here I am, finally, and ready to review Chapter 11 after having actually read it 3 days ago. *Sweatdrop*

Okay, the Knights of Ni were, let's just say, a hoot. What made it even funnier is that, when you first called it a shrubbery, I thought: "You must bring us a... shrubbery!" and was giggling about that... and THEN the Knights show up and I realized you had *planned* it that way, and that just made it about a thousand times funnier. Any Monty Python-based humour gets a gold star in my book! ^_^

I'm quite glad that you've managed to prolong the inevitable Tasuki/Tamahome fight - I'm not quite sure if I'm ready for drama to hit this story. As it was, this may have been your most altogether humour-centric chapter thus far; I'm not sure if there was a single moment of seriousness. I'm also not sure if that's a compliment or not... oh well! Let's just say it is!

Poor Tamahome! It's bad enough that he's involved in a love triangle, but now he has to get attacked by an Evil Minute Hen? Actually, I lied. I don't really feel sorry for him. It was mostly just amusing. *Grin* By the way, lovely job on your chicken dialogue - I've never heard chicken spoken so fluently, and so eloquently, too!

Wow, Chiriko's talented with video equipment... too bad it'll be the death of him. I just hope the other seishi are merciful in their punishment. Wow, who knew the little guy had such a sick mind? Thanks to you, Roku-senpai, I can never look at Mitsukake OR Chiriko in the same light. You've broadened by perspective of the two-dimensional sidekicks, and for that, I applaud you! *Applauds*

...Yikes, I was way off in that contest. Baka Dee. -_-

Anyway, this has been another amusing edition of Casting Stones, and I can't wait to read the ne - oh, my. Oh my. Roku-senpai, doth my eyes deceive me, or am I fresh out of new chapters for "CS" **and** "Bridge"?! I think this terrible wrong needs to be righted, don't you? Lord knows your fanfics are the only thing that stand between me and a total too-much-school meltdown...

Overworked (But Still Ficcing!),
Dee ~_^

It's The Dee

2003-09-10

10

Signed

Yay! Finally a break from my neverending homework! So where do I go? Why, "Casting Stones" of course!

This chapter was extremely entertaining and certainly the most original thing I've ever seen a 'fic author pull off. It's always interesting to get a glimpse into the lives of "the mysterious fanfic writer." *laughs* And I had no idea you knew so many of your reviewers in real life! That's really pretty cool. Heck, I'm lucky if I can get *two* of my real life otaku buddies to R & R my fics (grr).

So, er, yes, I know that you posted the next chapter and all, but I'm going to do that quiz at the end, even if I can't win. So here we go.
1) B
2) A
3) C
4) A
5) C

I'm probably completely off, huh? ^^; Oh well...

Dee ~_^

P.S. Hey, can I borrow some of your reviewers? I know that sounds weird but I'm really desperate for readers right now... wanna do a trade-off? I'll give you some of mine for some of yours... (What are they, "Magic" cards? *laughs*)

Spak-chan

2003-09-08

11

Anonymous

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!


I loved it! LOVED IT LOVED IT LOVED IT! I would be inspired to do more art, except I could barely scrape together the time to READ this, what with college and all...

Loved the Young Frankenstein references... I made Tenshi Kitsune watch it last year at halloween ^.~ I LOVE that movie... I dunno who wrote the song, but that's hilarious! JE T'AIME, ROKU!

I *so* want a glittery Tasuki for Christmas. Gold thongs and all!

Much loveth to she who amuses me most!
Spak

Chichiri's Girl

2003-09-08

1

Anonymous

Oh, Roku...you so bad! "Oh, Guys, really...I love Tama-kins. I think I'll just through him in the basement with the lions" which is comprised of a mad, overly loquacious numbnut from another anime series and some demented chicken and its owner. What the hell?! Tell me what you're smoking because I want some.

Hey, whaddya mean that CG does everything in a violent manner? Oh, well, as long as a blue-haired monk 'ho enjoyed it...under the table.
(Want a copy of Chiriko's tape y'know.)

Bwahahaha! Ya had to bring in the Parental Units again, dincha? Both characterizations were perfect to a tee. Can't say I'm sorry for Tasuki, though. You should have Mom bean that twit Miaka in the next chapter as well.

You realize that, much as I ADORE your other fictions, I think you should wrap this one up since you (finally!) seem to be on a roll...

S0rceress

2003-09-07

11

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BWAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHA!!

Ye gods, Roku-chan! This just keeps getting more and more demented! :D What fun! :D

I needed the laughs, too, so ARIGATO! You continue to amaze me with your ability to write this stuff, it's so wild!

Sigh... I'm jealous of you and all those Seishi! ;) No wonder your main squeeze has been wondering!

Keep it up, girlfriend!

It's The Dee

2003-09-07

9

Signed

Okay, this time, I really **do** have to make this quick - my stepsister's hounding me to get off the computer.

Well, that was certainly... insane. ^_^ But in a good way, of course. Poor Tasuki and Nuriko, not to mention the 12 or so random audience members who got sent on a trip! And Sanosuke-san! Another victim of your fanfict-author-destruction mission! (Hehe, that's half the fun, seeing who you'll tease next) Nice work by Sorceress and Chichiri though. ^^

After the Mitsukake scene, though, I'm beginning to wonder if this isn't just one long fan service fic for the readers... ^_~

Favourite part? Must you ask?

"Do you know what happens when Ashitare gets scared?"
"Hai, Nakago-sama!"
"Umbrella, please."
"Hai!!"

Priceless! *Much applause*

Ah! Gotta go! Sorry for the lack of insanity - I'll do better next time!

Dee ~_^

aikido-chan

2003-09-04

11

Signed

Ok, I really needed this!. I printed it out to read on the train on my way home, and after the frustrating day you know I had, it was just what I needed.
I don't know why that Evil Tiny Chicken is after Tamahome, but it was just too funny! I'm a sucker for anything with animals. I picture the hen like one of the cute little old lady ones from the Muppet Show - but Possessed.
Oh, besides Monty Python, ("NI!") there's another reference our young readers may not know - it's the Unknown Comic, who was some guy way back in the 80's, whose gimmick was to perform with a brown paper shopping bag over his head. But you don't need to know that to enjoy the mental sight of Roku subjecting herself to another humiliation, hee hee.

With my usual efficiency, ;-)

Aikido-chan

By the way, could I get a copy of that videotape? ( just the Mits parts, please...)

Kryssa

2003-09-04

11

Signed

Happy birthday to your Tasuki, Roku-chan. Sorry I didn't write this sooner, but I'll be damned if school isn't already kicking my butt. Gr... You have no idea how much I needed CS this week. It's just been busy and hectic and I'm behind and I really needed the chance to laugh myself to death.

Okay, starting from the top! Not a good sign that Tama's starting to catch onto Tasuki and Miaka's little, er, affair. I imagine this will create an 'art mimicks real life' kind of deal, where Tama and Tasuki are really gonna have a serious guy talk on-stage. I'll also have you know that my favorite line, for this chapter, came from this section.
Tasuki: I don't give a shit whether his ogre's up, down, or cocked sideways!
Yeah. ^_^ It made me giggle insanely. I was thinking of that line the entire day, so when I'm sitting in the middle of my anatomy lab and start grinning bizarrely, you may take great pleasure in knowing that it was YOUR fault I am now thought to be somewhat insane. Though I must say, reading through the whole story and seeing the Trio gang up on poor Tama almost makes me wanna like him more.

I really enjoyed the second scene for multiple reasons. I liked Miaka's mature acting a lot. I've been watching FY with my guy (I am THE anime-crack dealer ^_^), so I keep seeing these scenes with Miaka acting so... stupid. It's a lot of fun seeing her mature. I also enjoyed CG's 'Thong Song' - God knows I was singing it to myself as I read on! Heeheehee... fabric abuse society! And, on the flip side of maturity, I was cracking up with your little chicken dialogue. ^_^ I, for one, know that I am not talented enough to take up the gauntlet of creating dialogue for a chicken. You have my undying respect, dear Roku-san. *points the men in white coats towards Roku* Oh, and my roommate wanted to know if you're fluent in Chicken-ese; you could put it on a resume! ^_^

Enchantment... *gets fun glow in eyes* Yeah... that was good. Method actors, my anatomy book! Those two were having more fun onstage than they have any right to! And the jokes CG and Aikido were tossing at you were funny as hell. Unfortunately, I don't know either Young Frankenstein or Monty Python, but I got the hint pretty darn well. ^_^ And poor Tasuki!! Dear Suzaku, how could you have Mom hit him there. Isn't it like the third time by now?!?! Still, I'll bet the view Kaze-chan and I got of Tasuki was a good one. ^_^

I loved the touching scene between you and Tasuki. It was so sweet and he's so chivalrous and honorable and aw!! He's so cool! *hugs Tasuki* But yeah, he's yours. And finally, our junior pornographer. My lord above, I never knew Chiriko had it in him. Although it does make a lot of sense... I thought the videotape he's done so far is pretty darn clever! Personally, I'da bought one just for the sake of laughing at it, since we know what really went on between the crew members. I love all the reactions, especially Nuriko's. He was hilarious, and so in-character!

*grins* Well, I've just done a normal-length Kryssa review. Sorry it's not very in-depth, but then again, CS wasn't ever known for being as mentally stimulating as Bridge or HP (which I WILL get to, I promise!). I've also been praising your name to my man and roommate (both of whom watch FY). Perhaps you'll end up with new reviewers soon. ^_~ Anyway, catch ya later! Luck, love, and lotsa gold thongs!

It's The Dee

2003-09-04

8

Signed

Okay, I'm doing this in school which means I don't have a lot of time, so I actually have to attempt to make this brief. First of all, funny funny chapter, I was giggling out loud at me computer screen and feeling quite silly about that as well. Though, once again, I'm sure this chapter would have been funnier if I knew what you were talking about half the time. *Sheepishly* Yes, I'm one of the 2 FY fans in the world who hasn't read "Another Story." I've said it before, I don't read many fanfics - hell, it took me about a year before I finally got around to reading "White Stones"! It's really quite sad. So, yeah, that part totally went over my head. La-sigh.

I'm still trying to decide if I would opt for that Chichiri booth or not. Hm... prob'ly not. I'm too pathetically cheezy/romantic to go for imitation love. Poor Chichiri, Tama's turning him into a monk whore! *tear*
Okay, while we're on the subject, I need some clarification. Was Chichiri *enjoying* CG's, um... snugglyness? (To put it mildly.) 'Cause during the scene it sounded like he was, but later it sounded like he wasn't. I'm hoping it was the latter - the former would be *way* too out of character for Mr. Monk.

The banana gag was very good. I didn't really think you'd do that with him. I was like, "Nah, she's gotta be screwing with us." So glad I was right!
And, yes, your akugi was in very poor taste, but as long as you know recognize the fact then all's well. ^^

Oh, off-subject storytime! I went to bed shortly after finishing this chapter last night, and probably because of that, I had a dream about you! Seriously, about you! It was very trippy. I was reading Chapter 8 in the dream and highlighting it for some reason, and anyway, you were there or something and someone was complaining to you. You'd drawn an FY pic and they were saying how bad it sucked, and you were kind of indignant, like, "Well, it's just a rough draft! My first copies of my stories don't look good, either!" or something. ^^; Dreams are weird. But hey! You're just the second online person to join me in the realms of slumber, so feel loved! ^_^

Wow, I need help.

Dee ~_^

P.S. I got your e-mail and was very pleased to see it, but decided not to write you back 'cause I figured you were too busy to get bugged with random remarks. Just thought I'd let you know that I *wasn't* ignoring ya! Your reviews are always very much loved!

Uozumi

2003-09-02

11

Signed

Oh...my...God... ::can just see this all fall apart from the pieces that already fell apart::

Er...right...

Anyway, you're welcome for having me participate...O.O ::probably should stop while she's behind::

Anyway, again I love it, and I actually litterally did a Miaka squeal when I saw that you updated, and then had to x the browser quickly because I wasn't supposed to be on e-mail for ff.net purposes, but forensic ones...

-_- Poor Sano and Tama...at least they diddn't beat each other up no da! ~.~

Well, as I have said before, I am your #1 fan, jsut like I'm ryuen's #1 fan...er...something like that...

Did you know that it's 21:09 right now in IN?

Anyways, I hope that your Tasuki-chan has a merry birthday and everything, and that you can get something out that I read soon, or maybe start something new that I will read...

Although those Knight of Ni, were oddly familiar...but I don't know where I've heard of them before...

Maybe it's an 80's thing...

Anyway, before we both die from this long review,

Adieu,

Uozumi

Wingstar23

2003-09-02

1

Signed

well it's about time! oh well, waiting isn't too bad when you know you're gonna get to read amazing chappys like this one. just the thing to brighten my week-no really, nothing makes me smile like seeing that you updated a story. anyways as usual it was all hilarious, but my favorite part had to be the tama/tasuki scene! priceless that was! that and the chiriko being a junior pornographer scene...never knew the lil guy had such a dark side to 'im. at any rate gonna sign off before this ends up three pages long. can't wait for more and as usual, keep up the amazing work!
~Tenshi Kitsune~

J. Liha

2003-09-02

11

Signed

After waiting this long, anything you wrote would've been good. But you're way too awesome an author to just give us anything; you gave us a really cool chapter! *gapes at Chiriko* Muh-muh-MY INNOCENT BABY! *breaks down crying* Anyho~ eheh... I only got one right. -_- Shows what I know. Well, it's good seeing you on my update list and I hope it won't be too long before I see your name again!

methodic madness ([email protected])

2003-09-02

11

Anonymous

~~You know damn well that I'm not in Tama's league, especially if he gets his "ogre" up!

Tasuki: Ya think that I'm afraid of him?! I don't give a shit whether his ogre's up, down, or cocked sideways! ~~

OK, maybe you meant it that way or maybe I'm just a major hentai, but it was all I could do not to start laughing out loud in the middle of the public library when I read those lines. Although with Tamahome's later line about "giving Tasuki a hard time", I'm pretty sure its not just me... ^_~

And you *do* realize that I am going to have the "Thong Song" stuck in my head all night? >.<

The various ways of keeping Tamahome occupied were rather amusing. I don't recognize the reference to the Evil Minute Hen at all though...what show/book/movie is he from?

Loved Chiriko's edits of his footage, and his flyer! Looks like he's been taking money-making lessons from Tamahome. The moral of this story? - never underestimate boys hitting puberty (especially genius boys)! ^__^

Anyway, as always, looking forward to a new part on this or any of your stories!

MM

Reviewer

Date

Chapter

Type

Ryuen

2003-09-02

11

Signed

Aw. ^__~ Well, here. On behalf of Mouse-chan and myself, I would like to present the following messily-wrapped (for Ryu-chan is not a "wrapper"...or a "rapper," for that matter) gift in commemoration of Tasuki's big day. Go on, open it!

http://w.plowhearth.com/product.asp?pcode=4021

Anyhoo. ^_~ *hoping link works so as not to spoil fun joke* Let us move on, now, to what I liked about this chapter--which was quite a lot, you can be sure. ^__~ I jotted down some of the phrases/lines that really tickled me, but before I go into them, I'd like to say that because of you, Roku-chan, and this damned captivating chapter, I burned my toast, lapsed into a violent coughing fit brought on my excessive snickering, and furthermore accomplished nothing in the realm of Homework this morning despite all my best intentions. Hrmph. :P

Anyway. ^_~ Okay. My favorite things about this chapter:

(1) The Knights who say...NI!! C'mon, it's ALWAYS extra points for Monty Python references. ^__~

(2) The evil hen. I love the first exchange between it and poor Tama-chan, e.g., "Buk-BAWK!! Buk-bawk-buk-bawk-buk-BAWK!!" "What the HELL?!!" *snickersnicker*

(3) Sagara Sanosuke's "doctoral dissertation." ^_~

(4) Chiriko being a "junior pornographer." ^__~ What can I say? I'm entertained by any small glimpse into the "dark (and non-possessed by Miboshi) side" of Chiriko. Wahahahaha.

(5) Sano's line, "And STAY out, ya damn chicken!!"

(6) The following lines:

Tamahome's oni sign shines out in the darkness.
Tamahome: (deadpan) Read the sign.

And, last but not least...

(7) Nuriko saying, "Chichiri, you SLUT!" ^_~

Anyway. :P Thank you for an entertaining--and breakfastless--morning. ^_~ Ja ne!

~Ryu-chan

Dee-chan (wouldn't let me sign in) ([email protected])

2003-08-29

7

Anonymous

I am so tired right now, I really ought to be in bed instead of reading this. Ah well, such is the way of the insomniac otaku - always up and reading our fanfics! *Strikes a rather ridiculous samurai pose*

You know, I think I would have enjoyed this chapter a lot more if I'd actually seen more of "Inuyasha" then the first, like, thirteen episodes. As it is, I stilled liked it, but I was left guessing on relationships and certain characters (like Sango). Still, Tasuki and Inuyasha's bonding was well-written, thoughtful and quite accurate, and Tasuki was such a sweetie to Kagome. He's really a nice guy under the rude bandit exterior. *Pinches his cheek*
The Nuriko/Hotohori scene was nothing short of beautiful - I forget how much I support that relationship 'till I read your fanfics. It was the kind of scene that made a pathetic romantic like myself cover my mouth and cry: "Aw..." And that's the best kind of romance, y'know?
I'm curious to see how you're going to end this Shin saga - and now they look like *you*? This can only lead to more trouble. Hm... I had something else to talk about... oh, right! The Miaka/Tamahome/Tasuki love triangle! How is *that* going to end? (I'm just thinking out loud here, I obviously don't expect an answer.) It just keeps me wanting to come back for more.

Ah, and of course... the unexpected Chichiri kiss scene. Well I have to admit that I was shocked - my eyes must've been the size of dinner plates - mostly because I couldn't believe *he* would do that. Even at your instruction, I'm still not sure if Chiri-chan would do that, so it was a tiddy-tad OOC but amusing enough that I really didn't mind. *Grin* But nah, I'm not mad at ya. Hell, if I were to write myself into a fic, I'd get in a five-second frenchie with the monk, too! After all your hard writing work, you deserve a little imaginary seishi action!

...Though, if you wind up in bed with him, as your final A/N remarked, I probably won't be pleased. If only because it's so *not* him. But I know you wouldn't really do that (I sure's hell hope you wouldn't, anyway... *sweatdrop*)

Excited to Get to the Next Chapter (But Too Tired to Do it Tonight),
Dee ~_^

It's The Dee

2003-08-16

6

Signed

Woo, sorry it took me so long to get back to this, it was just one thing after another... at any rate, hear I am, a little rusty at reviewing ready to go! Let's get crackin'!
Well, let's start off with the most obvious: Shin in Roku-senpai's throat. Certainly a disturbing little twist I didn't see coming. Something tells me this is going to go from bad to worse. Tomo'd better get his comeupins (sp?)... Nakago too... I always enjoy seeing those two getting what they deserve. *Grin*
Bah, gomen, my brain has quit working tonight. All I can think of in the form of comments are a remark about the Chichiri dance scene that I found strangely adorable, and, ano... something you mentioned in chapter 5 (I read that chapter a while ago but this really stuck in my head)... Tantric sex? *Sweatdrop* Poor me and my high school ignorance. What the heck is Tantric sex? *Pulls out huge dictionary* Tantric, tantric... hm, tantra... *ah-hem* "...Hindu or Buddhist religious writings concerned with mysticism and magic." *Sweatdrop* Come to think of it, maybe I don't want to know.
Oh! After skimming through the excellent chapter 5, I remembered something else! The exorcism scene, even the second time through was still just as chilling and well-writtne, but, for some reason, adding the audience's reactions made it even worse. I had forgotten how badly I wanted to strangle the oni when I read that scene... grr, violatin' on my poor Chichiri like that...
*Laughs* I like how you brought Inuyasha into the mix, as well. Tasuki the half-youkai... That's endlessly amusing for some reason or another. And the two of them *are* a lot alike, down to the kansai accent and everything! I just pray that there won't be a Miroku(sp?)/Chichiri mix-up... they are both monks, after all... *Sniggers* Wow, now *that* could cause some serious problems...
Last but certainly not least, the picture on your profile is breath-taking. Someone actually *drew* that!? *Mouth drops* Suge... I love it. I adore it. I'm saving it in my folder right now. *Looks at it some more* Oh! And there's a Chichiri silhouette in one corner, and a Miaka in the other... how beautiful! *Continues to stare and gape*

(Gomen, what can I say, good anime fanartwork stuns me as much as good anime fanfiction does.)

Guess that's all for now. Hope you have/had (depending upon if you're back or not) a fun vacation!

Dee ~_^

methodic madness ([email protected])

2003-08-07

10

Anonymous

Hehe, Roku, it seems you and I use the same dance style...er, except for the Saturday night Chicken dancing, that is... ^^;

I agree with your one reviewer who commented how cool it was that most of the really good FY fanfic authors seem know each other in real life. Y'all must have a lot of fun! I'm so jealous... Ever since I moved away from home and my friends there for grad school, I have met one, that's right - *one*, person who even watches any anime, and that only briefly. No one to gush over FY with, or compare recently read fanfics, or anything like that >.< ... oops, er, sorry about the rambling pity-party -- happens at 1:30 in the morning after a 10 hour shift in the ER... :P Gah! I'm doing it again!

Anyway, getting back to matters at hand, here are my guesses for your challenge. 1-C 2-C 3-B 4-A 5-A Hopefully I got at least _one_ right! Guess I'll find out when the next chapter comes out! ^_~

MM

methodic madness ([email protected])

2003-08-07

9

Anonymous

As another "grown woman who fills her subconscious with two-dimensional cartoon characters" (A small voice yips out "They're not cartoons - they're *anime*!"), all I can say is ROCK ON, Roku-chan! ^_^ This play of yours is just getting funnier by the chapter, and its rare now that I go more than a minute without _literally_ laughing out loud. I'm loving it, and can't wait to see how the rest of the story goes, should the play ever actually make it that far (We're not even at chapter 10 yet - I can't wait to see how that scene goes. Especially with your mom, who's discovered something even better than Hammerspace -- SlipperSpace!). Anyway, looking forward to a new chapter, on this or any one of your fics. Ja! ^.^

MM

methodic madness ([email protected])

2003-08-07

7

Anonymous

::shakes head:: Insanity. Utter, utter insanity...I love it! ^_^

One thing I don't get, though, is Tasuki's "If only I were 10 years younger" comment. I mean, Tasuki's only 17, right? So how does that make him too old for Kagome as he is? ::confused look::

MM

methodic madness ([email protected])

2003-08-07

2

Anonymous

'ello! This "fic" of yours is great so far. Really funny. I especially liked the exchange: "I don't know why the fuck she calls me your psychic twin." "Beats the shit outta me."

I also rather like Nakago's comments. Please tell me he does more of that throughout this play.

Anyway, I'm gonna read a bit more of this, I'll review again later!

MM

It's The Dee

2003-07-23

4

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Hello again! I've been meaning to R & R this, so I finally found some time in my busy schedule and got right on that! At least this way I have something to tide me over with, 'till the next chapter of "Bridge" comes out. *Adjusts glasses and cracks knuckles* And away we go!
Well, first off, I read the first three chapters a while ago, but I never reviewed them (or at least, I think I didn't... I may have... *sweatdrop*) simply because I forgot. So, I'll skip over them and just write some general thoughts about the whole story, etc.
First off, I was surprised - but not in a bad way - by the actual content of this 'fic. I was expecting a very light comedy, and what I got was a bit... different. It's a good thing, but it was a surprise. Certainly, the comedy is well-crafted and giggle-worthy, perhaps even guffaw-worthy, but what got me was the way you managed to meld in a level of drama, emotion, and even a love-triangle(?). I shudder to think of the sparks that may fly in the infamous "Chapter 10" - which, of course, all we 17-and-under fans read. C'mon, Roku-senpai, slapping a "Viewer Discretion" label in front of teenagers is like dangling a steak in front of a ravenous dog and telling it not to eat it. Ain't gonna work. The way I figure, at least we're spending our time reading tasteful, well-written "R" works, instead of spending that time watching people get shot and cursed out in tactless movies. Am I right? *Award-Winningly cheezy smile*

Back to the point...
I also like the way you involved a lot of your reviewers in the 'fic (and the way you've shamelessly destroyed them)! Not a lot of authors have the guts to portray their readers, especially in a comical light. Bravo, I say! ^_~
The scene where you got very emotional over your actors was, to say the least, exquisite. Any real writer in the world knows exactly what you're talking about - got me kinda choked up, for no reason at all. Damn good stuff!
Let's see... oh yes! I'm both interested and terrified in this "method-acting" Chichiri is going to be trying out, and am sharing similar emotions for the sudden Miaka-Tasuki romantic twist. Didn't really see that coming, but I guess I should've expected it, hehe.
One last thing, I'd like to express my apologies for being unable to read "Hidden Paths." As much as I'm biting at the bit, so to speak, to attack that fic with the passion (and insanity) I've been attacking "Bridge" and "White Stones"... I, alas, can't, for the simple reason that you probably won't attack "RFS." Idea-borrowing is the enemy! But as soon as I'm finished - or close to being finished - with RFS, I will read it, and that's a promise *Smile*!

Hm, how to end this...? Well, I hate being cliché, but screw it, it's late, so here goes nothing: Great job, can't wait to read more, and keep up the good work!

Surprisingly Uncreative Tonight,
Dee ~_^

Eikou

2003-06-15

10

Anonymous

Hello, Roku-dono! I've only just started reading your work, and am beyond impressed! I also would like to submit my guesses for the mini-contest:
1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-A, 5-C

In addition, I find it so amazing that all my favorite FY authors are actually interconnected! It's cool! I also would like to know you opinion and ask a question.
What's a Mary Sue fic?

And I'm writing a fic (less than a quater through it, but the quarter is almost 40 pages, not double-spaced) It's set in a situation where the Seishi of the FY series have NOT encountered past traumas, or have at least achieved one of their life goals. Yup, Chiriko passed the exam, Shouka didn't die, Houjun and Kouran are married (a rather funny bit, too!) and getting along just fine with Hikou, Ayuru's village was not attacked so he still lives with dear old mom, Ashitare, on his own accord (this part wrote itself!) became Tasuki's adopted brother! It turns interesting when we throw Tenkou into the fray, an interesting
triangle (Amiboshi-Touka-Kaika. Who will win his heart?), and some very amusing anonymous cameos from other charaters, and the significance of
Hikitsu, Tomite, Tokaki, Subaru, and Tatara! Uh, am I rambling? Sorry, I just want commentary, and I don't know anyone who really knows FY's details, or rather, approves of them either. Lord knows my mother dislikes ALL anime. She should at least be nice about it, you know, at least let the girl have her "one thing", like soccer, RPGs, or artistic wax sculpture, whatever their minor "calling" be. Uh, I'll shut up now. You're a great author! (smiles, waves bye)
Bye-bye now, y'all!

Space Cat

2003-04-13

9

Signed

I realize that this chapter was probably done a while ago, but... I'm so laughing my ass off! This is so funny! Kudos!

Kei-chan1

2003-04-07

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Okay, dammit! There will be NO MORE harassing Kei-chan about her damned fingernails! I had them done once, ONCE! And I never hear the end of it. If Tasuki were me (which he kinda is) and a girl (which I kinda am)... he just might want his done too!

*ahem* Anyway... such a good chapter! I'm going to refrain from doing the challenge, simply because since I'm a bit ill right now, my brain is not functioning very well, and thus will probably answer the same for everything. ^__^ I can't wait for the next chapter to see exactly what's gonna happen next! Woo! Ja, Roku-chan!

--Kei-chan

shadow priestess

2003-04-07

10

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Wow I'll try the scary multiple choice with no clue of the grader's relative standards of exaggeration!
1. B 2. A 3. B 4. A 5. C
*blinks at answers* See I KNEW I'd bomb the multiple choice.
Anyways. Glad you updated! (It's not too slow, my fics are all rotting away...) The dancing thing was too funny. And the thing with the window. That was absolutely priceless. No da. Well update it soon soon soon don't become like shadowchan, actually show your readers you're alive once in a while!

J. Liha

2003-04-06

10

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*sits giggling nonstop for 10 minutes* LMAO! Beautiful chapter, I needed a few laughs, so thanks! ^_^x I liked this chapter so much I think I'll find it in my heart to forgive you for not updating for so friggin long... Anyway, here are my answers for the challenge.
1-B
2-A
3-C
4-B
5-C
Update soon!

Purple Mouse

2003-04-06

10

Signed

Whazzap?!

Waha! I loved it, Roku; there are so many fun things I could comment on, but will not, in the fear that I might accidentally encourage more marital trauma. ^_~;; It was such a neat idea to have this interlude, because I was really interested to find out how that dance club excursion of yours went, and even though some of it is supposedly completely fictional, CS is a great outlet for it. ^_^

Mouse-chan's favorite description: the "spit-covered cherry." Eloquent, as always. ^_~ But ya know...nothing can gross me out concerning food anymore, not since I saw an episode of Fear Factor during which people were forced to eat eyeballs...okay, I've said too much. ^^;

And how sweet is your Tasuki?? ^__^ You should totally stay with him forever! He's the absolute best at everything! Who needs to even LOOK at any other men when you've got someone that terrific??! ^_~; (that part you can read out loud within his hearing range, and perhaps I shall be absolved...) ^_~

Oh, and on that note, I really liked that Mits is fond of the Chicken Dance. Hehe. Now I'm picturing him and Aikido doing it (THE DANCE) together, and it is rather amusing.

Anyway, keep up the good work! I'll catch ya later. ^_^

Spak-chan

2003-04-04

10

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Lol...loved it, as usual. I should start writing about real-life incidences in some of my fics, lol. We had a weird English class today, we have one kid in our class who isn't the brightest thing, and my teacher gave him blackboard erasers and told him to go outside and write some message on the pavement outside in the parking lot. We're on the 2nd floor, and in plain view from the windows is "eat my popscicle" (yes, spelled like that). I suppose that qualifies as wacky...

My guesses: 1-a 2-c 3-b 4-a 5-b

Can't wait for the next chapter!
Spak-chan