It seems that the Ishtars have a habit of throwing a very big monkey wrench into everyone's plans of sanity. At least Marik was efficient in his insanity, and that's probably something that Kaiba can appreciate.

brittney

Overall, a fascinating comparison - and not one that I would immediately have thought obvious! Seto's scepticism is strong, but not impenetrable; it's a very interesting idea that Malik is the one to break through, not with defiance, but with acceptance. Overall, this is a very bold, original take on the series - and the last sentence was a masterful stroke.

I love the sense of struggle you give: sane, rational Kaiba against a dauntingly illogical world; one which does not conform to his scientific perspective. The paragraph ending with 'he hated being told that he shouldn't be fighting it' really resonates; after all, what is more terrifying than unconditional acceptance? No wonder Kaiba struggles. It seems to colossally unfair that one should be expected to give in - and that this should constitute strength.

In short: this is great at highlighting the frustration that follows as one's world view disintegrates. I like it, a lot.

Humm, I have to admit, this is interesting! Short though it is, it gives a huge insight to Kaiba. That first sentence though...that was a doozy. Way too long for my liking. Run on sentences are hard to keep one's focus on. In any case, cheers!

Humm, I have to admit, this is interesting! Short though it is, it gives a huge insight to Kaiba. That first sentence though...that was a doozy. Way too long for my liking. Run on sentences are hard to keep one's focus on. In any case, cheers!

Nice introspective piece. The thought process flowed well. It isn't how I picture Seto but I enjoyed it all the same. Not sure about the visible scar comment. Do we ever see Seto without most of his skin covered in the show? I do hate to think of his glorious skin marred though. I just find it unlikely that someone as mentally/emotionally abusive as Gozoburo wouldn't be at least be somewhat physically abusive as well. Any thoughts?

Interesting fic and take on Kaiba's view of Malik. I like how thoughtful it is, good job.