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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 9:59 pm
Chapter 14 review Finally, some action! This was a good way to introduce Some of Lonewolf's and Haji's attacks. I had to stop and reread it at curtain points to fully grasp the scene, but it still flowed rather smoothly. Just a little faster then I was ready for, but that's probably due to the last actionless couple of chapters. Back to the point, this is an action chapter. Very fun to read, just a little difficult at points, but a quick rescan, and everything is smooth as silk. On to the ratings.
Action: 4/5 Drama: 1/5 Humor: 1/5 Detail: 4/5 Captivity: 4/5 Overall Rating: 3/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:00 pm
Chapter 15 review No intro this time, I'm diving straight into the nitty-gritty of it. The begining was wonderfully cinematic. A typical day in the guild lounge perfectly portrayed. You got all the characters pretty much doing what they do. It was a nice change in pace from all the important actions. An insight, if you will, into the not-so-amazing free time of the guild members. Blah blah blah, Haji casts a spell, I laugh. Okay, now it gets interesting. What is this "Hellfire Association"? It sure has a cool name. Hajimate is getting shadier by the minute. Move along to Lonewolf's office. An interesting little conversation. Now I'm just as curious about Pana Sule as I am about Hajimate. What secrets does she keep? I believe there's more to her than she lets on. Same goes for Haji. And what's this? Bogey Bagglebottom (snickers) has soemthign important to show Lonewolf? I love the ending. A perfect set-up for the next chapter.
Action: 1/5 Drama: 1/5 Humor: 2/5 Detail: 4/5 Captivity: 3.5/5 Overall Rating: 3/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:01 pm
Chapter 16 review Okay? An interesting intro into the guild member we know as Violet. I was listening to "Short People" while reading so that was funny. But in all seriousness, I think this chapter was very short. Too short really. I did feel that Bogey's explaination of... P.A.L. was well-done though. A quick chapter that brings in a new member to the guild family, and really not much else. I don't know what else to say... Lonewolf got suckered into a situation that will no-doubtably grow into big deal. My only other comment is to Lonewolf specifically. If you do publish this into a book, becareful that CLAMP doesn't sue you for P.A.L.'s uncanny resimblence to Sumomo from Chobits. Just be wary dude.
Action: 0/5 Drama: 0/5 Humor: 2/5 Detail: 2.5/5 Captivity: 3/5 Overall Rating: 1.5/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:04 pm
Chapter 17 Review Okay I have three words for this chapter. Funny as Hell. OMG, this was about the funniest chapter in the book. Meet Violet, everybody. I only found one thing that disturbed me. Haji said robot, but I'm fairly certain that robots aren't around in the guild's timeline. I suggest you find another word to replace it. Other than that, I absolutly loved this chapter. It was such an improvement from last chapter. The bit with Kami was great, not only did Kami's character get flushed out more, but the scene was hilarious. Hajimate gets more suspicous by the minute. But the thing to remember is this: the chapter is funny and cute. "No touchy!"
Action: 1/5 Drama: 0/5 Humor: 5/5 Detail: 3.5/5 Captivity: 5/5 Overall Rating: 3/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:14 pm
Chapter 18 Review OMG! How totally awesome. So many emotions to feel. Sadness, anger, humor, happiness, fear, and relief. Simply amazing. The fight scene was especially entertaning, but maybe thats because I was listening to The Chosen Ones at the same time. Regardless, a highly enteraining chapter full of details, emotions, suspence, and action that leaves you wondering,"What next?". I'm not gonna give anything away, but it is definately a chapter you should sit down and read with time, because it is long, but easy to get into and make you lose track of time. My chapter ratings:
Action: 5/5 Drama: 4.5/5 Humor: 3/5 Detail: 5/5 Captivity (ability to hold my intrest while reading): 5/5 OVERALL SCORE: 4.5/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:16 pm
Chapter 19 Review Wow! Finally its all coming together. Ch. 19 was a very insightful chapter, providing some much needed information, especially to those like me who joined later on in the guild. While it lacked some of the emotional imact found in the previous chapter, there was really no place nor need for it in this one. While the scores for the previous chapter may have been through the roof, this is in no way a bad chapter. It may not be as action packed or dramatic as Ch.18, but thats a good thing, since can't have Shadowkite cry every chapter. The lack of action was made up by the increase of humor. Chapter 19 was well placed after 18, providing explanation, and giving the reader a chance to collect themselves after the emotion jerking Ch.18. Now, onto the ratings.
Action: 2/5 Drama: 3/5 Humor: 5/5 Detail: 5/5 (dispite a few spelling mistakes) Captivity: 4.5/5 Overall Rating: 4/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:21 pm
Chapter 20 Review What an exciting chapter. I was on pins and needles. I suppose It'd be best if I reviewed the chapter in two parts, as that's how the chpater was presented. For one thing, this chapter is long! Easily able to be two chapters. But With the nifty little ---- Lonewolf added in the middle, its easy to read half way, get a drink, and come back to read the rest with searching too much. So far I have not seen any spelling mistakes, which pleases me. Lonewolf, your specific words had me looking up things online. Okay, enough of the critical review, let's move on to the big point: The story. Holy cow, what a wild ride this chapter turned out to be. I may have to read it again after school. The first half really furthered the plot, but left enough mystery to make you wonder "What's gonna happen next?" There were a few scary moments, but I think this chapter shows us just how bad the guys we're dealing with are. I was sure the soldier was a goner. But I better stop myself, less I start making spoilers. The second half of the chapter is where the action really starts. Ooh boy, what a fight! Action, action, action! Made me feel like I was playing Zelda, Metroid, and Dragon Quest all at once, but I was just reading! Wowwie! And don't think it's JUST action. Oh, there's humor. I nearly died laughing after I read the Majik thing. What an enterance. The mental image was too hilarious. But you'll have to read to find out what I'm talking about. The Juggalo Josh part was funny too. But what a battle. Action packed, but with such teamwork. The hard part is not in seeing it in your mind. No, Lonewolf paints a very clear picture, making it easy to imagine while reading. The hard part is believing Lonewolf wrote all this! I must must say, the fight senses are getting better and better. Writing a scene with multiple people fighting is hard, but Lonewolf manages not only to share the glory, but keep the scene moving fluidly. Lonewolf, I have to say, I'm happy to be writing this review. First the plot gets thicker, then curiousity peeks, then a fight, then a laugh, then a fight, then a gasp, then a fight!, and then it is all wrapped up with a little humor, a touching moment, and a general feeling of closure. So everyone, grab a drink and sit down, cause this one is going to take awhile, but I promise you won't want to leave it for a second. Enjoy.
Action: 5/5 Drama: 5/5 Humor: 5/5 Detail: 4/5 Captivity: 5/5 Overall Rating: 5/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:22 pm
Chapter 21 Review Okay, where to start, still not seeing any spelling mistakes so either Lonewolf's getting better, or I'm slipping. Either way, I'm enjoying myself. No action in this chapter at all. Everyone take a breath from the last chapter, regain your composure. As for drama... no... well not really. Maybe a little with the scene with dicussions of the past, but nothing tear worthy that'll win an oscar. Basically, this was a transition chapter. Explan the plot, settle everything down, clean things up, some people would have had the dragon corpses just disappear and hope the reader forget about it, but thankfully Lonewolf took the time to throw a rational point in there. Plenty of humor sprinkled here and there. But it leaves off not with a feeling of closure, but with me wanting to read ch. 22, which sadly isn't out yet. A great set up, but nothing to eat a bag of popcorn with while reading. Get a neccessary chapter that sets up the scene for Chapter 22. Action: 1/5 Drama: 2/5 Humor: 3.5/5 Detail: 4.5/5 Captivity: 4/5 Overall Rating: 3/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2008 10:23 pm
Chapter 22 Review Well, I'll say this is a rather short chapter but omg what a cliffhanger. If you're like me and came in relitively later on in the guild or are otherwise unaware of some of the pass storyline, then you are going to be left wondering. I'm not sure if saying a chapter is a cliffhanger is a spoiler or not. Hmm? Eitherway, it'll leave you grabbed your moniter screaming, "Wha!?! Who? What? How? Hurry and put up the next chapter!" As for drama, well... Shadowkite, please brace yourself. I hope you read my reviews before reading Lonewolf's book, I try to give a decent warning on length, content, and such. This chapter while short is quite dramatic. Not nearly as dramatic as some of the past scenes with Stephanie, but then again, it's hard to top those. Still, be careful reading this chapter. I was suprized how much Lonewolf crammed into such a short chapter. I really am. I met pretty much all my different ratings. This chapter maybe small, but it packs a punch. Let's finish up with my individual ratings and you can get on with the book.
Action: 4/5 Drama: 5/5 Humor: 1/5 Detail: 3.5/5 Captivity: 5/5 Overall Rating: 3.5/5
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Posted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 7:44 pm
Chapter 23 Review Interesting chapter. Not much action or humor, but a little bit of drama. Much like chapter 21, this capter was basically there to further the plot/ storyline. What made this chapter interesting though, was the different P.O.V. (point of view). This time, we saw things through a villian's perspective. Not just seeing what was going on at the villian's lair, but he saw what was going on in his mind, saw a little bit of history, and some foreshadowing no doubt. All in all, it was an emusing chapter. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next to Lonewolf and the gang.
Action: 1/5 Drama: 2/5 Humor: 1/5 Detail: 3.5/5 Captivity: 3/5 Overall Rating: 2/5
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Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 9:34 pm
Chapter 24 Review Back to the heros' POV. A sprinkle of action here and threre to cause commotion. Keebee's utter cuteness adds points to the humor score, just because it fits there better then action or drama. Speaking of drama... this chapter's theme is DRAMA! No ifs ands or buts about it, it's dramatic. This chapter had a good amount of details, just enough to let me picture it in my mind as I read, which is very importent when reading anything. It kept my attention the whole time... except for when I had to look up "tasset". Over all a very sobering chapter. I feel now this war is personal. Special note to Lonewolf (whom I think might actually be the only person who reads these reviews): be sure to keep Aerial's *SPOILER* a recuring motive throughout the following chapters to ensure our emotional stand point. (loss the proper wording). Moving on to the ratings.
Action: 1/5 Drama: 5/5 Humor: 2/5 Detail: 4.5/5 Captivity: 4.5/5 Overall Rating: 4/5
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Posted: Tue Jan 26, 2010 10:13 am
Chapter 25 review It's been nearly a year since I've last done this, so let's see if I still can. The long hiatus has not dulled down Lonewolf's work. Unlike how I would react and stage an all-out attack on the killers, Lonewolf has decided to enlist the help of all those willing on the island. I guess that's why he's the leader. I'm interested to see what Bogey has in store for us, I always enjoy chapters featuring him. Majik has matured from the drama, and although I enjoyed the fight scene, I hope to see more character development in Majik in future chapters, see how he matures and grows into a man. I loved the part with Haji, Pana, and Kaze. It was awesome. I could fell the tension and although I was confused about how they were oriented in the stagecoach (if Haji was at the reins and Kaze was laying down, how could Haji look up at him?), but dispite that I still throughly enjoyed that particular scene. Two thumbs way way up. And then the comedy portion of the show. Oh how I do so love Kami, she never ceases to entertain. Her character is just so lively that she brings energy to very scene she is in. Very good job done on Josh's slured speech, and just an overall very delightful scene to read. Now, at long last on tot he ratings.
Action: 3/5 Drama: 2/5 Humor: 4/5 Detail: 3.5/5 Captivity: 4/5 Overall Rating: 3.5/5
I'm happy to see the book being updated, hopefully we won't have to wait a year for the next one this time though. xd
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Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2010 1:27 pm
Chapter 26 review Lonewolf always has a way of leaving me wanting more and this chapter is no exception. there's alot of interesting things going on here. danger, betrayal, comedy. wowwee the comedy. I always love Bogey, although it seemed he was down-played slightly in this chapter, but that's understandable considering it was an introductory chapter to a new character, I won't spoil it this time in case you read the reviews first, but I'm not sure why you would, let's just say that it was this character that introduced me to the guild in the first place. Very funny reactions out of Lonewolf and Violet's "observations" only served to increase the humor. All in all a very enjoyable chapter. Action: 1/5 Drama: 2.5/5 Humor: 5/5 Detail: 4.5/5 Captitivity: 4/5 overall: 3.5/5
btw, do to more than obvious reasons, I'm going to stop doing reviews for a little while. they seem kind of pointless at this point, so for now just assume I feel pleased with Lonewolf's Dragoons the book.
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