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Abandoned Measure for Measure by FrackoftheHeathens - T

Discussion in 'General Fics' started by Lord Osiris, Oct 5, 2008.

  1. sincostan

    sincostan High Inquisitor

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    Could barely get through it. No plot, inconsistent or random characterization. Bits left out in the story that we have to fill in. I guess "he got into a fight with Malfoy" among them. 2/5
     
  2. Oz

    Oz For Zombie. Moderator DLP Supporter

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    Let's all follow Blaise. ;)

    I kinda agree with you though. I mean, there's lots in this that should really piss me off, but I'm just greatly amused by it in this fic. I think the same goes for everyone else who gave this a good rating.
     
  3. vlad

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    I don't bother with the flashbacks at all. As far as I can tell, this story has no real plot that merits close following, and so I feel free to pick and choose which segments I read. No worries.

    Also, is he really running from Katie? I kinda get the feeling it's more of a 'oh what the hell I'll play along to get her angry'. It's part of the charm.
     
  4. Andro

    Andro Master of Death DLP Supporter

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    It's a 'cutesy' moment, along the same line as Petunia saying 'He might be a Dark Lord, but I have a cast iron skillet' or Harry fearing Ginny for her redhead temer.

    I personally think they're stupid as fuck, but some people like reading that.
     
  5. Innomine

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    To steal Pers' epic comparison. This fic is like fermented tofu (WTF IS THIS SHIT?) that you buy in Shanghai. Either you love it, or it makes you retch.

    Edit: Good to see this has been finally moved to the library. :D
     
  6. Blaise

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    It's one of those light-hearted moments that, despite deviating from the plot, are okay.

    But there's no plot. Yar.
     
  7. World

    World Oberstgruppenführer DLP Supporter Retired Staff

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    I really enjoyed it, even though it's not the best out there considering the technical aspects. I do love me a bonkers Harry though.

    So 3.5/5
     
  8. Torak

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    I often wonder why I read this fic and then the new chapter told me. This story never fails to make me laugh. 3.5/5:awesome
     
  9. Innomine

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    Updated, and frankly, I was kinda disappointed. Especially with the author admitting he has no idea of where he plans to take the story. At least he does plan to plan on taking it somewhere, and as such said that we should expect some major changes to the fic. I'm both optimistic and pessimistic to see where it could go.
     
  10. Blaise

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    Vindicated.
    Yar.
     
  11. vlad

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    Yeah, this story has had its swansong. It was lulzy, it had some great wtf moments, and for a while, obnoxious!harry in this particulary tale had a nice bit of fresh air about him...

    But the last two chapters have been the usual sub par writing, only utterly stale. The quirks that once made this story worth reading are no longer working, and it's just been... boring. Lack of focus is showing (beyond the obvious statement). A shame, really, but there you go.
     
  12. Mr. Ripley

    Mr. Ripley Third Year

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    I thought the recent chapter was ok, but I didn't really care for the author admitting that he didn't know where he was going with this story. I always assumed this was the case, but I don't like it when authors confirm such thing as it makes the story less enjoyable. 3/5 for this chapter.

    Also, what is with fanfiction.net authors changing their names? I've noticed quite a few that have happened recently. FrackoftheHeathens is now Grover Cleveland...It is annoying.
     
  13. DarkAizen

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    Why the fuck didnt he kiss Cho? I thought this Harry had balls, guess not.


    I`m starting to get bored by this story, nothing is happening !
     
  14. Averis

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    Since the author admitted he has next to no plan about what he's doing, I'm unsure whether this should be in the library anymore. It has it's moments, and I know that DLP has a soft spot for Daphne (and Katie, and Cho) but when the author comes out and says there is no plot to follow, it's not exactly library-worthy material.

    To be fair, I think we should check out the next few updates, and if there's nothing going on, kick it into the Trash Bin.
     
  15. Johnny Farrar

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    The story has been updated. There are a few funny moments in the new chapter, but I fail to see where the author is going with the story. Its not a bad read, but then again its not great either. The writing style is okay, but the lack of a plot is quite obivious.

    I will give the story 2/5.
     
    Last edited: Mar 29, 2009
  16. Capucine

    Capucine First Year DLP Supporter

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    I enjoy sarcastic and loopy Harry quite a bit, and I also enjoy not knowing every single thought process Harry goes through. However much I enjoy reading this, I have to agree that it might not survive much longer without a steady plot.
     
    Last edited: Mar 30, 2009
  17. Korisovra

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    It does sort of grow on you. Kind of like a cancer. I was a bit disappointed with the newest chapter, but overall it's still lol-worthy in my opinion. It'd be nice if a little plot was inserted every now and again, but I can deal with it as is for now.
     
  18. vlad

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    QFT.

    My honeymoon with this fic came to an end three or so chapters ago. This chapter had its lulzy moments, but some things are out of character even for this Harry, and they detract.

    For instance, the line where Harry says 'I dropped my hands back onto Katie's chest' had such a casual approach to it that in my head, it was hilarious that he was basically groping a chick in a wheelchair and nobody really thought anything of it. Then he did the lick-her-head. This to me was one step too far, even for this story. If Harry had say, used the moment to squeeze a tit, it would have maintained the casual lulziness, while staying true to the character.

    The above is a minor part of the overall problem with this fic. Without an actual storyline, the author is having Harry do more and more wtf moments without any real motivation or reaction from anyone else. That Harry can get away with things that are absurd has become an established given - but they need to stay within that boundry of absurdity nonetheless, and the story needs to still move forward, or else it becomes both stale and, even given the scope of the writing, unbelievable.
     
    Last edited: Mar 31, 2009
  19. jjack1003

    jjack1003 Second Year

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    I find Harry/Daphne very interesting and I really liked the fic.
    3.5/5
     
  20. Ame River

    Ame River First Year

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    Reasonaby amusing. Like others said, not a whole lot in the way of plot but it makes me laugh and I don't think it's been too boring. Daphne's sister is annoying though.

    3.5/5