great story. but, if i may...I really think you severely overused those japanese introduction words with conversations between Ranma Nabiki and Akane, when no one else used them at all, with the exception of the old woman. all the "ore" and the "atashi" and "Watashi" I know what those words mean...and they all mean the same thing. there is really no need to repeat them so freaquently throughout the chapter. on another note, It's a very interesting idea, making Nodoka seem like some schizophrenic nutcase. I look forward to seeing what you do with that.

Good update.

It seems to address most the out-of-character and inconsistency of characterizations that have been going on in the previous chapters.

If Kasumi was interested in killing Kosuke, presumably she would have examined all of information and things left by Happosai, Soun and her mother rather than being a one-trick-pony. For that matter, it probably would be in her interest to let others who might be sypathetic to her cause see all the worthwhile information and to help in on the lookout for Kosuke and try to find out more of his abilities so they can be countered.

I wonder how much of the coincidences are due to magic and would be detectable by others and draw their interest.

You oughtta shorten these chapters, dude.

Argh. Correcting errors in my chapter 11 review (wish I could just edit the damn things)...

- *hot-water scenes,* not "hot-water scences"
- things between *Ranma and Akane* are a bit too whiplashy

And to GF255...I do believe you're on the right track. That's why I put "Tasuke" in quotes in my review. And it's what I meant by tying things back to the Tendos.

Kosuke Tasuke?

need to be very precise. It's like your dad. P: like me

Liked the way the chapter went in explaining/creating mysteries.

...Thus passes girl-type Ranma. Alas! Those long months of stable womanhood were but a mirage. My disappointment in this development knows no bounds. But that doesn't mean I'm disappointed in the chapter by any means. It's fantastically well crafted. Packs quite the mighty blow, I must say. The best line? "...the drain in the center seemed to tell a woeful tale of the vagaries of men with poor aim." Oh, man. Sweet, delicious words!

On the other hand, this chapter has left me feeling doubly stupid at the moment. Not only am I not sure I'm making the right connedtions regarding the present-tense hot water scences, but you've also proven me woefully naive in my earlier assumption that Ranma would be a girl for months. Why rush the story if Ranma's going to be stuck as a girl for so long? Because he was never going to be, baka! (I'm clearly the baka, not you.)

I'm floored by how much you managed to fit into this chapter without ever letting it collapse under its own weight. A couple of quibbles, however. I still think things are a bit too whiplashy for the amount of time that's passed, but hopefully they'll even out somewhat as the story progresses. (Maybe?) But more importantly, isn't it straining credulity for Ranma and "Tasuke" to have met? Tying everything back to the Tendos *feels* like it should increase the improbability rating, but now I can only assume I've overlooked some glaringly obvious detail from early on that allows the pieces to fit perfectly. This is just such a ridiculously well-plotted tale,

Please forgive my moody criticisms from the previous installment. This story represents what is easily some of the best writing I've yet to find on this site. Thank you for such lovely work. I can't wait to see what you give us with the next chapter!

I was happy this morning finding a chapter alert in my inbox. Glad we got a glimpse into the Tendos' past, and the events leading up to Kasumi's change.

I also find myself liking Genma more and more each chapter. It seems almost criminal how thoughtful and dare I say respectable you're making him. Can't wait to see the reunion.

On a different note, I don't really like the Kousuke character but he definitely serves his purpose within the story. Just came off a little too obsessed. Hope there's some elaboration on what he was doing all those years, and the whole Kirika thing. You definitely threw a lot of mysteries in. Good stuff as always.

A most excellent chapter. Party on, dude.

I may end up writing a nearly content-free review, but I just discovered this story yesterday. It is among the most interesting of all the fanfics I have read. Every character has an appearance that resonates with the canon episodes, but each seems to display one or more deeper features of character. I especially like Kasumi's character here - I never completely saw the vapid girl from the canon making much sense given her father's complete irresponsibility. This Kasumi seems much deeper and yet may have another level beneath the bitch - she clearly loves her family although it might be a "tough love".

Ryoga, on the other hand seems par - I never liked his character in the manga and he seemed to somehow be worse in the anime - even more dishonorable. If self deceit is the root of evil, Ryoga is well on the way to "great things" in the sense of Voldmort. In this story he seems to be immune to any self doubt that might damage his world view.

Ranma here is quite interesting - he seems to be resigned to his fate yet in a deep way retains his attempt at self honor and trying to help all those surrounding him - even or perhaps especially those who do not deserve his(her) care. I think you've done a very good job with her. The only thing I don't understand is his attraction to Akane- it seemed to make more sense earlier in the story, but towards the end she becomes a prickly pear that Ranma is drawn towards anyway. I truly don't see the why this is so. Nabiki is much more deserving of his care than Akane and she just recently stopped grifting Ranma.

I don't have any tips for you as I don't know where you intend to go with this story - but I do hope that you continue to write it.

This is really well written. Psycho Kasumi is an awesome twist, and I really look forward to seeing the back story on it, and how it gets coped with. I am wondering if Ranma will use what she's learning from Tofu to ask Tasuke about it in the future, or if she even has a way to correspond with her.

I really enjoyed this and can't wait to read more.

Describing the smell of Happosai's room was just nasty

10 chapters1 week! You are going to need a time skip in the future if you want this to be worth reading... seriously at this rate the final product will be 240 chapters!

Awesome, awesome. I love when authors give these characters multiple layers. The Kasumi/Ranma interactions are great, my favorite scenes in the past two chapters have been Ranma trying to grasp exactly what is going on with the Tendos, along with the group trying to piece together the puzzle that is Kasumi.

In general what really allows me to enjoy this story is how well you convey character interaction. Conversations flow really well between the cast, and for me that's what determines whether or not I can like a story. It honestly feels like you put time and effort into writing this. Sure there are flaws, or things people won't agree with in this; but I'm eating it up.

Looking forward to Chapter 11!