(This review contains spoilers for all chapters up to Chapter 6: Decompression)

This story is fucking amazing and ought to be the envy of every writer on the site. I can't believe you've reached such emotional heights only partway through the story and only a few days in-universe. Wow.

Right from the first chapter, when Mary attacks and manages to kill that giantess, I am hooked. Not just kill, actually, but killing her in a fairly brutal and painful way. It feels like such satisfying revenge after all the stories I've read of these giant bitches getting away with the cruel shit they do, so I was immediately rooting for Mary to complete her quest no matter what. It is a very effective way of opening the story.

As if things weren't great enough with the action alone, the emotional stuff picks up as soon as she's joined by Clara, and later Eloise.

I wasn't sure what the relationships between the main characters would look like. Was it going to be Clara x Mary? Clara x Eloise? Eloise x Mary? Little did I know that I am an actual idiot and that of course it's going to be all three of them together. I didn't properly consider F/ff in my mind, and I don't think it was until Mary kissed Clara, while trapped within Eloise, that it truly hit me how great this  relationship is. As in, "makes me bang my head on the wall out of jealousy I'll never have anything like it"-great.

It is challenging to write one character well, let alone two, let alone a relationship between those two, yet here you have three fantastically written main characters that all feel like distinct people from different walks of life yet complement each other beautifully, and manage to have some things in common (that moment where they realize they're all orphans is brilliant). I particularly like how Clara is able to mediate between Mary and Eloise; it shows how empathetic and kind she is.

I didn't think Mary was going to die in Eloise's stomach, but I must admit, I was fearful Clara was going to die when Stephanie stepped on her tent. Guess at that point I hadn't discounted the story being darker than it actually is. And despite not trying avoid anything you posted on Discord about it, I've somehow managed to dodge every spoiler for this story, including the obvious fact that Clara wasn't going to die that early on. Anyway, I am so glad she didn't, because she has turned into one of the story's best characters. Yes, very popular opinion lol.

I expected Mary to be the more mature character that Clara would learn from, but Clara is more capable and wiser than you'd think at first, and it's clear that all three have a lot to learn from each other, all the while they bring out each other's strengths. I particularly like how they comfort Mary after her near-death experience. Putting that right after the flashback to emphasize just how much she's suffered was a smart move. It feels very relieving to have them care for her after all she's been through. And it just warms my heart when she's sleeping while they're awake.

Speaking of the near-death experience, the anal vore sequence! Absolutely incredible. While I always hope for anal insertion in a story, I didn't know whether to expect it here, so slowly unveiling the way they were going to rescue Mary made for a very pleasant surprise! I am used to the smut being the relief, sort of, in between more tense parts of the story, so putting it right when the stakes were at the highest gave me very mixed emotions, and I mean that in the best possible way. I love it when external circumstances force character development along. Clara was probably going to get intimate with Eloise eventually, but instead she had to do it right then and there, no time to think.

The cherry on top would be if they tried safe anal vore for their own enjoyment later on. That would be peak <3

Helps that the descriptions are on point, too. Both regarding the physical happenings and the characters' internal states. This is the case all throughout the story, but I notice it more when it's something I really like :)

I love the pay off afterwards of them just recovering and... decompressing. When you used the "gently holds" image to describe this story, I didn't think you meant it so literally, but there is a lot of gentle holding here! I feel like you have a thousand ways of describing Eloise holding the humans and the warmth coming from her and I love every one of them! It's too adorable; I can't get enough of it. Same with all the cuddling, the kisses, and honestly any time the main characters touch each other.

There's also this line:

“If it’s not too hard, Ellie, could I have Mary back for a few minutes?”

It almost struck me as Clara and Eloise speaking of Mary like she's a cherished possession, which is really fucking hot.

All in all, this is an excellent work that makes me feel all kinds of things. There's more to praise, like the side characters, the backstories, lore, environmental descriptions and so on, but I'll leave it here. You should feel very proud of this story, and I am highly looking forward to the next chapter.

Oh my God! This is it. This is the chapter. We got a F/ff quest going on? Lord almighty, help me, I’ve got the vapors! After reading chapter 1 and 2, I kinda thought I knew where this was going, but holy shit; this turn of events is just fucking awesome. Loved, loved that revelation about Mary’s dad and the implication he was a giant. Whoa. That could be a story in of itself.

Jazz hands!

I’m really enjoying this magic system and world building. I love the details about the famine, humans filling a giant’s belly for a month (what are they? Snakes!), the magic system, and Mary’s backstory. Seeing that all these characters have their personal quests and goals and are linking up together with a common goal is fucking awesome. Especially because one of them is a giantess. I’m already falling for Eloise pretty hard, just so you know. That detail about her lifting up her glasses is fucking cute.

The pacing is great. The story beats, dialog, and how everything unfolds naturally has been nothing short of great. Also, I’m not a huge fantasy fan—I mean, I’m reading the stormlight—but this type of fantasy you got going on is so pleasurable to read. I loved getting lost in your little world. Awesome chapter 3. I might save myself and read a chapter a day. But I’m tempted to read more already!

Delightful as always. I read both of the latest chapters in one sitting, so I'll present thoughts on both here. 

It was excellent (and very sad) to see Mary's backstory in full glory. I'm a fan of giant content, and Hugo's affect was just so comforting. I love when authors show you exactly how beautiful a character's past was, it makes for a striking contrast and a dull heartache when you think about all that was lost. 

I wonder who that man was who asked Mary what she was going to do next, an dif he'll be important going forward. I recognize that something had to snap Mary out of it, but he'll be in the back of my mind going forward. I refuse to believe he was just a plot device, something crafty may be going on! 

I'm excited to see Stephanie's downfall. I'm hoping she gets a taste of her own medicine... I wonder what our leading ladies are planning? Clara's "I'm a healer, but..." moment made me grin like an idiot. It's true, she's a little heartthrob. 

Really enjoying how the three leads are slowly growing more comfortable with each other, despite the cultural shift it feels earnt between them, especially given the harrowing trauma you've used to bind them all.

Eloise being the timid giant is never not an endearing trait in these but I can imagine her becoming quite a beast when she needs to be in future, can't wait to see her earn that metal like her smaller counterparts.

I have to bring up the Vore given this is titled decompression, am I to suspect we'll see some.. compression? shrinking magic has been dropped in slightly throughout already, and well I can imagine that would be a great threat to a giant, sure shrinking may not be a permanent transformation, but it just needs to last long enough for them to be digested - that's my bet on Stephanie's fate giving her a taste of her own medicine, Mary and Clara being able to dish out that as punishment to cruel giants would be quite a fitting ability!

Also.. was that alien movie.. Transformers One? haha! 

Really enjoying this story for the worldbuilding, smut and the well rounded characters as usual, hyped to see more of this world explored and no doubt devoured.

Author's Response:

Thanks Super! :D

I'm glad I took my time with the trio. In the past I fear I would have rushed into establishing them, so I'm glad to hear you think their bond is earned. 

Eloise is adorable, 100% But you're right in your prediction. Transmutation can be a terrifying thing in capable hands. And Eloise has very capable hands >:)

Like I said to the guy before you, I won't confirm nor deny. But you're very much on the right track haha. Steph is in for a bad time. 

Truthfully Clara's novel is just me being self-indulgent and referencing another story of mine (that doesn't exist yet and probably wont for another 10 years lmao). I can see the comparison though!

I'm glad you enjoyed! It might be a little while until next chapter, but I hope it's worth the wait. <3

Glad to finally see more of what's driving Mary so much, especially ~~delighted~~ sad to read about Amelia. 
I think you've already done a great job at giving Mary a convincing motive, and this chapter basically reinforced it all tenfold.

Also wanted to add that the Translator's and Arcanist's notes are so much fun and do so much in terms of worldbuilding.

I'm a simple person. I see good av, I leave a good review XD

Eloise walking behind the humans, taking one step every 40 seconds, was hilarious. I loved that scene lol!

And I love Eloise herself! Who'da thunk, this story's third protagonist is as likable as the other two. The giant nerd is super cute, and her curiosity and enthusiasm is a welcome addition to Mary and Clara’s dynamic. I was wondering how she'd wind up teaming up with the Gutter, and her having a shared past with Mary's father is an interesting angle, plus Mary and her equipment holding the secret to Permanence Eloise is searching for. Great and intriguing motivation, and this setting's magic system is fascinating. Love learning the inner workings of it such as the differences between arcane magic and the humans’ prayers. And the different spirits gathering around the characters will never not be a beautiful detail.

Clara's been a sweetheart pretty much since her introduction, but she really kicked it up a notch this most recent chapter. Too many lines and gestures and details to list here where she's just so hecking cute. It was great watching her adjust to Eloise's presence and overcome the trauma from a few days prior (to even willingly step inside a giantess’ mouth! That's such huge progress and shows not only how trusting she is of Eloise but also how strong Clara is beneath her unassuming surface). Eloise carrying her through the woods was already a great scene, but them bathing together was too adorable. The boob stuff was excellent, as it ought to be, but I loved Eloise sniffing her to get her scent. So many great details from the characters’ body heat, to the effects Eloise's breathing and sniffing had on Clara, to the regular reminders that Eloise smells like cherries (I always love when a big or giant's smell is described, especially when it's flavored from a body wash, perfume, or in this case magic. It's such a great way of emphasizing the size difference, and you used it to great effect here.). At the end, Clara pouting and storming off to sleep in Eloise's hair was the final adorable nail in the all too sweet coffin. Gah! I need more of these two together, stat!

Janice's part in this chapter was small, but I really liked her inclusion. She’s got a unique worldview that clashes wonderfully with Mary’s righteous fury, and I like seeing our protagonist's beliefs challenged like that. Mary's development continues to be engaging, and I look forward to seeing how her character progresses, especially after that fight with Eloise near the end.

“I'm not half giant, I'm just tall” had me in stitches. I was under the same assumption as Clara, that Mary's staggering physique came from a giant heritage, but no, she just happens to be tall lol. That she isn't biologically Hugo's daughter is good to know, keeps me from getting too curious about mixed size biology in this setting. Though, I am curious about how eating one human can keep a giant satisfied for a whole month. There must be some magical or spiritual element to that, given I'm pretty sure Eloise ate more fish in that one bite than there is meat on a human body.

I knew the instant Clara suggested picking the bone out of Eloise's mouth that Mary was going to return at an inopportune moment and get the wrong idea. I was a tad disappointed we didn't get to see Clara and Eloise talk her down, but given how long this chapter already is, it feels wrong of me to complain about skimming over one moment. On a related note, the details within Eloise's mouse were exquisite. Clara slipping around on her tongue, her crotch making contact, and her fluids mixing with the saliva were all *chef's kiss*. 

This chapter was excellent through and through, so to hear the next one is a doozy is mind boggling. Can't wait to see what's coming!

This is quickly becoming one of my top of all time stories on this site. I love all the characters and their interactions, I love the world building, I love the plot, and it's all wrapped in a very pleasant writing style. 

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I adore the fact that Clara's perspective is so coloured by spirits. It's such a nice touch and both adds to the world and lets us in on a different way of perceiving emotion and feeling. 

I saw the trans tag and was a bit worried given how fetishized things usually are, but this story treats Mary as a person first and foremost. Thank you. 

Eloise and Clara are the perfect duo. I can't wait to see how their relationship unfolds. I get the feeling Eloise ate a human once and has regretted it ever since, or perhaps that woman Stephanie said Eloise was sleeping with ate a human who Eloise was close to, betraying her trust. I look forward to seeing how things evolve as truths are revealed. I also look forward to Clara seeing lust spirits for the first time :p

As with all tales of revenge, I wonder what will happen to Mary once it's all over. Given she just pushed both Clara and Eloise away, and that Clara and Eloise seem to be developing feelings, it seems likely she will end up alone. I hope she realizes this before it's too late. God this story is good

In addition to all that, it's clear you are a massive language nerd and I respect that. 

Really interested in this story, your story telling is phenomenal. Love it so far keep it up!

Great fantasy and adventure/ sci-fi writing here, hope you continue writing more stories. I like your inclusion of details to evoke the feelings and atmosphere of the scenes you are creating.