Well, I just finished reading this whole piece and I got to tell you this is really good. I liked how you managed to not only remain true to the original game but you also expanded on it, showing things that were only referred to (the actual occupation of the Bloats and the voyage from Zoombini Isle for instance) and giving more prominence to the various characters encountered on the journey.

This was one of the first fanfics I have ever read and I always come back to it! Thank you.

I'm not sure if I've already reviewed this, but I liked the story a lot.
But recently, I reread the "Harry Potter" series and there's one thing I noticed: Many of the characters reflect the HP characters. I don't believe this was intentional, I just thought I should point it out. Xekrai reminds me very strongly of Draco Malfoy - a bossy, whiny little brat with an influential father, who later joins the enemy but ultimately ends up on better terms with the good guys - he even has two minions! Uloobu, too, reminds me of Neville, starting off as kind of a kind but weak loser kid, and throughout the story, gaining confidence.
I don't think this is necessarily a bad thing. Those types are always going to be evident in stories about young teenagers (as I assume they are - Xekrai said he was thirteen), but I still did think Xekrai's character arc was a bit too close to Draco's.
Please message me back and tell me if I'm wrong - or possibly right. I just want to know for sure - or if you've spotted the parallels after you wrote the story, I'd be interested to know.

I always loved the Zoombinis games throughout my childhood, so finding out that someone had written a story about one of them (and personally, logical journey was my favourite) was a pleasant surprise. Throughout the story, I loved how each puzzle within the game was put into words and I liked how extra parts were added into the story and extra characters, such as Romelau and the battle. I don't really have a favourite character, but I have a soft spot for Echae, Saetwo and Uloobu. This is a very well written story; the emotion from the characters, the descriptions and the surprising plot twists. 10/10

Yaay they are adventurous children aren't they? *shot*
...I wish I had more to say, but I've only had two days to toss this around in my mind. Also, I bet my sentiment is pretty apparent. :]
May the odds be ever in your favor! *three finger salute* -Don

Oh my god sobbing. I don't know if you watch NCIS, but the part with Flouquo reminded me of when Gibbs almost died, and his daughter (deceased) said "Go back Daddy! I love you!" Fuuuq I am starting to actually cry for real.
I was so worried that Sae wasn't gonna make it to the top. I was like "nooo she's a goner", but thank everything she's not.
WHY ARE YOUR STORIES GIVE ME SO FEELS?
-Don

Ermahgerd herge ferght scerne
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...Is there a more ridiculously horribly terrifying place to fight to the death than Bubblewonder Abyss?
-Don

FFFFFFFUUUUUUUUUUUU ckign Bubblewonder Abyss I HATED that shi...stuff *wow I don't swear this much awk*
Those poor souls... *mindflash of two Zoombini bubbles hitting each other* NO *le nightmare*
-Don

Aw yeah Brunosave with Cap'n Cajun yeah
-Don

No you silly person why did you introduce relationship confusion now I am shipping these Zoombinis so hard there goes my childhood
Okay I only really ship Touli/Conneda. I mean they're just so damn cute. And also totes Tyscene/Weiswyo. Perfect.
-Don

Well Iadwi couldn't very well have said no, could he? He couldn't be like "No eff you Fleens let's just die"
-Don

Wait what I'm already over the halfway point? That went fast. I literally am reading this every chance I get.
You're the best if you are making me like this game again and want to buy it XD -Don

Okay I remember this crazy guy. I guess I always went north?
Lol I love how you characterised him. "Because you're OCD?" "Yes. I mean, SHUT UP!" XP
-Don

Hmm, it's been a while since I've played Zoombinis, but I definitely don't remember the Fleens. If the whole working together/betrayal thing was invented by you, nice concept! It makes sense.
Actually, now that I think about it, you're really good at characterization. Having annoying characters like Tyscene and people who don't stick up to the bully like Echae are a refreshing change of pace.
-Don

*presses three fingers to lips* *extends arm in a general Echae direction*
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He'll be back.
-Don