
2/25/2020 c1
10DarkMastermind317
I just reread this story and man do I miss good fanfiction. This is probably one of the better ones I've read and certainly one of the best Halo stories I've read.
I sincerely hope that one day you return to this story and finish what you've started.

I just reread this story and man do I miss good fanfiction. This is probably one of the better ones I've read and certainly one of the best Halo stories I've read.
I sincerely hope that one day you return to this story and finish what you've started.
2/14/2020 c42 Guest
Thank you for this story, it's really well done and does justice to the Halo universe. I hope you get to continue this when you have the time again. It is without a doubt one of the best stories made.
Thank you for this story, it's really well done and does justice to the Halo universe. I hope you get to continue this when you have the time again. It is without a doubt one of the best stories made.
12/1/2019 c42 ghoast.cc
Holy... Shit... Best fanfiction I've read for Halo! Don't care if it's cannon or not, it's good and that's all that matters to me congratulations on being a parent and hope your kid is doing well. Please update with your thoughts on Halo Infinite
Holy... Shit... Best fanfiction I've read for Halo! Don't care if it's cannon or not, it's good and that's all that matters to me congratulations on being a parent and hope your kid is doing well. Please update with your thoughts on Halo Infinite
11/4/2019 c42
3The Review Guest
Ah, I just had to come back and read this. Such a heartwarming story. Also, a belated congratulations on the birth of your daughter!

Ah, I just had to come back and read this. Such a heartwarming story. Also, a belated congratulations on the birth of your daughter!
10/2/2019 c24
2LONE RANGER 97
I agree with you on a lot of things about dr. Halsey but the one thing I can't agree with you on is the sociopath part and the reason for this is because she isn't a sociopath
(yeah I'm just going to copy and paste what makes a sociopath a sociopath because it's a hell of a lot easier than writing it all out trust me it's a long list which is why I'm only pasting what I think is the most important things to know about a sociopath )
Glibness and Superficial Charm
Manipulative and Conning
They never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors as permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They may dominate and humiliate their victims.
Grandiose Sense of Self
Feels entitled to certain things as "their right."
Pathological Lying
Has no problem lying coolly and easily and it is almost impossible for them to be truthful on a consistent basis. Can create, and get caught up in, a complex belief about their own powers and abilities. Extremely convincing and even able to pass lie detector tests.
Lack of Remorse, Shame or Guilt
A deep seated rage, which is split off and repressed, is at their core. Does not see others around them as people, but only as targets and opportunities. Instead of friends, they have victims and accomplices who end up as victims. The end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.
Shallow Emotions
When they show what seems to be warmth, joy, love and compassion it is more feigned than experienced and serves an ulterior motive. Outraged by insignificant matters, yet remaining unmoved and cold by what would upset a normal person. Since they are not genuine, neither are their promises.
Incapacity for Love
Need for Stimulation
Living on the edge. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal. Promiscuity and gambling are common.
Callousness/Lack of Empathy
Unable to empathize with the pain of their victims, having only contempt for others' feelings of distress and readily taking advantage of them.
Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive Nature
Rage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others.
Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile Delinquency
Usually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.
Irresponsibility/Unreliability
Not concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blames others, even for acts they obviously committed.
Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/Infidelity
Promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts.
Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic Lifestyle
Tends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future, poor work ethic but exploits others effectively.
Criminal or Entrepreneurial Versatility
Changes their image as needed to avoid prosecution. Changes life story readily.
Other Related Qualities:
Contemptuous of those who seek to understand them
Does not perceive that anything is wrong with them
Authoritarian
Secretive
Paranoid
Only rarely in difficulty with the law, but seeks out situations where their tyrannical behavior will be tolerated, condoned, or admired
Conventional appearance
Goal of enslavement of their victim(s)
Exercises despotic control over every aspect of the victim's life
Has an emotional need to justify their crimes and therefore needs their victim's affirmation (respect, gratitude and love)
Ultimate goal is the creation of a willing victim
Incapable of real human attachment to another
Unable to feel remorse or guilt
Extreme narcissism and grandiose
May state readily that their goal is to rule the world
Now you're probably wondering why do I care so much about one little word being placed on Doctor Halsey well you could say it's because I like doctor Halsey and she's one of my favorite characters (which I do and she is) but that would be incorrect because the real reason is... Is... Is... (Yeah at some point while writing this I forgot why I cared so much (٥(‿)

I agree with you on a lot of things about dr. Halsey but the one thing I can't agree with you on is the sociopath part and the reason for this is because she isn't a sociopath
(yeah I'm just going to copy and paste what makes a sociopath a sociopath because it's a hell of a lot easier than writing it all out trust me it's a long list which is why I'm only pasting what I think is the most important things to know about a sociopath )
Glibness and Superficial Charm
Manipulative and Conning
They never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors as permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They may dominate and humiliate their victims.
Grandiose Sense of Self
Feels entitled to certain things as "their right."
Pathological Lying
Has no problem lying coolly and easily and it is almost impossible for them to be truthful on a consistent basis. Can create, and get caught up in, a complex belief about their own powers and abilities. Extremely convincing and even able to pass lie detector tests.
Lack of Remorse, Shame or Guilt
A deep seated rage, which is split off and repressed, is at their core. Does not see others around them as people, but only as targets and opportunities. Instead of friends, they have victims and accomplices who end up as victims. The end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.
Shallow Emotions
When they show what seems to be warmth, joy, love and compassion it is more feigned than experienced and serves an ulterior motive. Outraged by insignificant matters, yet remaining unmoved and cold by what would upset a normal person. Since they are not genuine, neither are their promises.
Incapacity for Love
Need for Stimulation
Living on the edge. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal. Promiscuity and gambling are common.
Callousness/Lack of Empathy
Unable to empathize with the pain of their victims, having only contempt for others' feelings of distress and readily taking advantage of them.
Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive Nature
Rage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others.
Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile Delinquency
Usually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.
Irresponsibility/Unreliability
Not concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blames others, even for acts they obviously committed.
Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/Infidelity
Promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts.
Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic Lifestyle
Tends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future, poor work ethic but exploits others effectively.
Criminal or Entrepreneurial Versatility
Changes their image as needed to avoid prosecution. Changes life story readily.
Other Related Qualities:
Contemptuous of those who seek to understand them
Does not perceive that anything is wrong with them
Authoritarian
Secretive
Paranoid
Only rarely in difficulty with the law, but seeks out situations where their tyrannical behavior will be tolerated, condoned, or admired
Conventional appearance
Goal of enslavement of their victim(s)
Exercises despotic control over every aspect of the victim's life
Has an emotional need to justify their crimes and therefore needs their victim's affirmation (respect, gratitude and love)
Ultimate goal is the creation of a willing victim
Incapable of real human attachment to another
Unable to feel remorse or guilt
Extreme narcissism and grandiose
May state readily that their goal is to rule the world
Now you're probably wondering why do I care so much about one little word being placed on Doctor Halsey well you could say it's because I like doctor Halsey and she's one of my favorite characters (which I do and she is) but that would be incorrect because the real reason is... Is... Is... (Yeah at some point while writing this I forgot why I cared so much (٥(‿)
8/30/2019 c42 nim istar
this story is so sweet its making my teeth rot, loved it. hope you're still working on it, if not great job anyway.
this story is so sweet its making my teeth rot, loved it. hope you're still working on it, if not great job anyway.
8/19/2019 c42
33Azure Lightning Emerald Cloud
This is the true SPARTAN among halo stories. Head and shoulders above any other I've read. This story is EVERYTHING I've ever wanted from Halo.
I don't know if you want to/are able to continue writing this masterpiece, but I feel the need to thank you profusely for what you've already given us, regardless of your ability or intent to continue.
I don't think I can properly articulate how much this story means to me.
I discovered the Halo Lore when I was in middle school, and halo 3 was about to come out. there was a classmate of mine reading a BOOK with the Master Chief on it, and that blew my mind.
It was the Fall of Reach by Eric Nylund.
And ever since then, the games that I loved to play when I went over to my friends' houses became a living breathing WORLD for me to explore. It changed the way I thought about video games, it changed the way I thought about fiction. In ways I didn't appreciate until I was in college, the halo books prepared me to love fanfiction.
Not since those first moments reading about the origins of the Halo mythos in that first book by eric nylund, and later Glasslands by Karen Traviss, have I felt so connected to this universe.
I hated halo 5 as much as you. and honestly, halo 4 pissed me off so much with killing off Cortana, (despite introducing fantastic supporting cast of characters). if you no longer have the will to write these beautiful characters, while that would be a tragedy to me, I get it. Oh boy do I get it. I wish I didn't.
I understand what it's like for canon to so utterly betray its most devoted followers so cheaply. there are shows I flinch at the mention of. and characters whose deaths broke me in ways I didn't think was possible outside of losing people in real life.
The LOVE that you imbue into this story is felt in every word. The way you write Naomi is probably one of my favorite pieces of character writing from any fanfic/novel/fiction I've read. It's so nuanced, and bleeds truth. This story could be exclusively about her, and I would've been satisfied; but your other characters are also amazing.
I'll never be able to thank you enough for writing this magnum opus; there are no words suitable to that task.

This is the true SPARTAN among halo stories. Head and shoulders above any other I've read. This story is EVERYTHING I've ever wanted from Halo.
I don't know if you want to/are able to continue writing this masterpiece, but I feel the need to thank you profusely for what you've already given us, regardless of your ability or intent to continue.
I don't think I can properly articulate how much this story means to me.
I discovered the Halo Lore when I was in middle school, and halo 3 was about to come out. there was a classmate of mine reading a BOOK with the Master Chief on it, and that blew my mind.
It was the Fall of Reach by Eric Nylund.
And ever since then, the games that I loved to play when I went over to my friends' houses became a living breathing WORLD for me to explore. It changed the way I thought about video games, it changed the way I thought about fiction. In ways I didn't appreciate until I was in college, the halo books prepared me to love fanfiction.
Not since those first moments reading about the origins of the Halo mythos in that first book by eric nylund, and later Glasslands by Karen Traviss, have I felt so connected to this universe.
I hated halo 5 as much as you. and honestly, halo 4 pissed me off so much with killing off Cortana, (despite introducing fantastic supporting cast of characters). if you no longer have the will to write these beautiful characters, while that would be a tragedy to me, I get it. Oh boy do I get it. I wish I didn't.
I understand what it's like for canon to so utterly betray its most devoted followers so cheaply. there are shows I flinch at the mention of. and characters whose deaths broke me in ways I didn't think was possible outside of losing people in real life.
The LOVE that you imbue into this story is felt in every word. The way you write Naomi is probably one of my favorite pieces of character writing from any fanfic/novel/fiction I've read. It's so nuanced, and bleeds truth. This story could be exclusively about her, and I would've been satisfied; but your other characters are also amazing.
I'll never be able to thank you enough for writing this magnum opus; there are no words suitable to that task.
3/20/2019 c42 Reader
Loved the story.
Totally stayed up far too late so many nights and over slept for work quite a few times because I could not stop reading this...
Would love to read more!
I know that a lot of people think 343 ruined halo but in a way they've really shown a side of chief and started connecting parts of the story nobody even thought of. Things that I haven't even realized. I'm not completely sure if I even know it all.
Im a huge Halo Fan. Though I've only ever played the games and watched the movies / anime. FUD ; Legends. ect.
This story is amazing I'm on the edge of my seat every chapter.
What will happen next?
I can't help but feel how connected you are to this story. I'm glad it's helped you by writing during your troubled times. You seem like a very strong person. Hope all is well with you and your family.
Keep up the good work!
This Definitely tops others I have read. No offense to them but the depth and time and amount of energy you've put into this is just great. I love it !
Loved the story.
Totally stayed up far too late so many nights and over slept for work quite a few times because I could not stop reading this...
Would love to read more!
I know that a lot of people think 343 ruined halo but in a way they've really shown a side of chief and started connecting parts of the story nobody even thought of. Things that I haven't even realized. I'm not completely sure if I even know it all.
Im a huge Halo Fan. Though I've only ever played the games and watched the movies / anime. FUD ; Legends. ect.
This story is amazing I'm on the edge of my seat every chapter.
What will happen next?
I can't help but feel how connected you are to this story. I'm glad it's helped you by writing during your troubled times. You seem like a very strong person. Hope all is well with you and your family.
Keep up the good work!
This Definitely tops others I have read. No offense to them but the depth and time and amount of energy you've put into this is just great. I love it !
3/6/2019 c42 MK
Amazing story! I also love reading the little tid bits of your life in the notes, it’s so cool to see how much your life has progressed as the story continues. Can’t wait to read more!
Amazing story! I also love reading the little tid bits of your life in the notes, it’s so cool to see how much your life has progressed as the story continues. Can’t wait to read more!
12/19/2018 c42 Imperial Officer
Oh mein god. That was really really good. I hope you continue it. This story is legit one of the best halo stories I have read.
Oh mein god. That was really really good. I hope you continue it. This story is legit one of the best halo stories I have read.