Finding that this had updated just made my night. I've checked every few weeks since the last update, and I was just beginning to consider giving up, but here I am. I enjoyed the new material a lot. I'm intrigued by the struggles of each of the character, and if I had the whole story in front of me right now, I would probably stay up all night until I finished it. Thanks.

Ooh, hey, nice to find this story again! Have to say I already like Kelley. 'I'm not a complete and total lunatic, I'm just acting like one...'

And I really do have to wonder what's happening to the people and places they've left behind...

I really think you should know, you're a very good author. I first read "Trapped as a Mary Sue", and then found this. What story is this based off of? I'd really love to read it, it sounds interesting.

And sorry about the reading but no reviewing. I wasn't really sure whether I should say much since I don't really write myself. I am a dedicated fan of Tolkien, and I really appreciated the bashing of Mary Sues. Who wouldn't? :D Anyway, I'm sorry for making this review so long, and continue writing wonderful chapters!

*bows to Drew, AW and Key* As promised, here's my review for this latest addition. (Can't break my pinky now, Drew. ;) )

Good chapter. I'll just start the review portion by saying that so I don't feel like I have to say it again. AW, your lad is funny and interesting. Not too deep, as of yet, but we'll see where character development takes him, hm? *winks* 'Try the biscuits', indeed. Glad to see him as the Leader though. Some randomness is needed to keep everyone sane through the things ahead.

Drew, Bronwe is amazing. Here I thought she was just a fiesty, smart-mouthed elf, and she turns out to have the silver tongue. I'm impressed; can't wait to see what happens with her in later chapters. (Which won't take forever to post...right?)

Nice to see Murphy where he belongs and out of Kelley's hair. The 'using a white dress as a white flag' was a bit over the top, crazy lad.

And so this grinds on, gathering more members. Can't wait to see what happens when Kaylee and Mychal meet the newest member. Wonder if they'll think he's completely bonkers?

Post soon!

What is this based on? It's pretty interesting, but confusing to me, since I don't know what's behind it. I don't have time now, but I'll finish reading it later.

what do you mean klingons? and do i even want to know?

you are all so great! i *love* school's out! maybe because i also got to write some of it. opps! did i just ruin the surprise?

anywho, i'm very glad to learn that you are not done writing fanfic. very *very* glad.

btw, what was i supposed to do to avoid writing a fanfic? i can't seem to remember.

:Dlylas

fae

((So no one thinks I've gone insane, Vana is me (obviously) and Ran and Ilmare are two of my RPing characters. Ran's an elf, Ilmare's a human. Clear? Ok, good))

Another chapter! Hang on a sec...

*turns away from the computer* Hey everyone! School's Out's been updated! *hides as a general stampede heads in her direction*

Ilmare: Another update? So soon after the last one? They're breaking out of their slump!

Ran: *peers over Vana's shoulder* Only 68 reviews? Are the readers out there insane?

Vana: *shrugs* Let's make it a review to remember, then.

Ilmare: *ruins the dramtic mood by smaking Vana upside the head* Just get on with it, please.

Vana: *rolls eyes* Fine.

"It's completely obvious what's going on here. You two got yellow streaks a mile wide, ye ran and kidnapped this lovely lady. Ye made her wear the white dress as a truce flag so we'd let you get close then you'd ambush us and take our gear. Ye're out of luck, we ain't that dumb, and we ain't gonna fall for it."

(Long silence from everyone)

Ran: Now *that's* jumping to conclusions.

Vana: And I thought you were bad about that, Ran...

'Firar made a conscious effort to close his mouth. His first attempt failed. Luckily, he got his jaw in working order on the second try. The Peacekeeper wasn’t as peaceful as she had first seemed, as if the demonstration with the knives hadn’t been enough. He held his tongue, however.'

Ilmare: Sometimes the best way to keep peace is to be able to enforce it.

All: *nods*

'Portly spoke up, "Um...Bill...neither of them're wearing gray...and they don't sound like they're from the deep south, neither."

"Scott," Bill glared, "Don't bother me with trifles. I know a spy when I see one, and right now, I see two."'

Ran: Sense just has no place in the face of insensibility.

Vana: Unfortunately.

(All continue reading in peace until...)

Ran: Sporks?

Vana: A cross between a fork and a spoon.

(Keeps reading. All wince in unison as Scott cuts himself)

Vana: I've done that. It really hurt.

Ran: But I'll bet you didn't have a healer elf around to kiss it and make it better.

Vana: No, I had to put Betadine on it and wrap a bandage around it.

Ilmare: Canadians? I guess it'd work, but...

Ran: People are always willing to believe something weird about someone from a different country.

Vana: Hey, he's playing Risk! I love that game!

Ilmare: Never heard of it.

Ran: You haven't? Vana taught it to me a month or so ago.

Ilmare: Teach me?

Ran: Sure, come on

(Ran and Ilmare leave)

Vana: I'd better go too..if only because Risk's a bugger with only two. But, I wanted to say that I adore Teddy, AW. He's a...character among characters. And an elf, too! Hmhm...the plot thickens! Update soon!

I just moved in for my freshman year of college, and what better present to find on my computer than a new chapter? I enjoyed the chapter very much, and I must admit that I was quite confused by the captain. I didn't see the elf identity coming for a mile. Keep up the good work, and I'll be waiting anxiously. This story really is so unique and fun that I just can't stop reading it. Thanks!

-Lindriel

That was... amazing! Hee, Scott thinks Araphel's Canadian and Firar's French Canadian. Amazing! Of course, that might just be my bias as a Canadian, but...

Another excellent chapter!

luv n' mushrooms,

azi

*applauds* An update! Hurrah! Just when I thought this was going into rigor mortis!

Well, let's see...what did I like about this? Possibly the best part was the horse race. Banter is fun, especially across all the different races, and it comes out really well in the race.

I feel for Kaylee, I really do. I don't know if I could use a knife as a weapon unless it was really, /really/ needed. This might be a really, really needed situation, but it would still be hard.

Adding Bronwe to the mix, especially with her 'rusty' (snicker) knife skills, looks very, very insteresting. I can understand the 'my lady' thing...I think it'd get very irritating after a while, particularly since she isn't used to it. One perk of being a 'lady'...pretty dresses and side-saddles! Ok, maybe the side-saddle isn't a perk, but it's certainly interesting, if a bit irritating.

Anyway, I'm going to stop rambling before you shoot me for jabbering. Update quickly!

Wah! HAVE to know what happens next! Evil cliffy! Evil cliffy!

Story is VERY good. Very gripping, very real, and actually seems plausible, unlike much fantasy I've read...PLEASE keep it up!

Bwahahahaha! I swear, I like Araphel more and more the more we get to know him...-

Elves are cool. Araphel is an elf. Araphel is cool even for an elf. Hee hee hee...don't mind me and my lack of sanity, I'm enjoying this!

Gaah, the read-but-not-review thing stung! .

In my defense, since I didn't recognize the world this was in I got too caught up in the sotry to stop and review. Looks very promising so far, and extremely entertaining! -

Awright! New chapter! At last! Agh...but what a horrible place to leave us!

My favorite part would have to be fake food and water. How an Elf managed to survive on that junk for that long...

Anyway, update soon!