A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo
Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party96 Reviews | 96 Ratings, 0 Likes, 55 Favorites )
Harry and company won, and Voldemort is no more. It went so well that almost no one is so much as scratched. What are our heroes going to do next? Why, party until they need medical attention, of course! (The following account thereof is what happens when several alleged adults start discussing the salacious potential of the HP-verse in a chat room--hence our group penname.)
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This penname was founded by a band of intrepid loonies who got together during the early days of the TPP chat room (and bonded further during the dark days of WIKKT chat's exile to the TPP chatroom). Together, we generated an idea for a fic so ridiculous, no one of us alone was willing to take credit for it. It's amazing what mischief a bunch of alleged adults can get up to under the influence of no alcohol whatsoever. Pennames of individual authors will be posted here in alphabetical order, if and when they elect to admit their involvement in the project.
It will continue to serve as a penname for any collaborations born in the TPP chatroom and a beacon of comedy in an angsty fandom.
The usual suspects (for 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo'):
Editor: dracontia
Secretary: shalimar1981
Beta-of-Record: broomclosetravenclaw
Chief Britpicker: lux_astraea
Authors: broomclosetravenclaw, DawnEB, dracontia, JustDesmond, leniarianna, lux_astraea, shalimar1981, SSLupin, Wolfmoonshadow
Contributors: aturia, droxy, Hubby_of_Drac, ladyinthecloak, quilter_infinity, wonderfulchild
The usual suspects (for "A Fanfic Reader's Unauthorized Guide to the Unconventional Hogwarts: A History'):
Editor/secretary: dracontia
Beta-of-Record: SeverusLovesUs
Authors: dracontia, Potteresque_ire, SeverusLovesUs, Snapemylove
Thank you to lux_astraea for the icons!
Charlotte's Angels Icon by ravine: 
Reviews for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo
Where was filch and pince?
Marvellous line to cap it all off! "From the consternation in the room, he may as well have been announcing Voldemort"
Did hg use the levitation charm to lift her boobs because she did not have her bra?
Lovely tantalising symmetry! ;))
well done. awesome job! :)
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
*bows on behalf of the Mad Chatters, past & present* 
Thank you!~dracontia, editor-in-chief-cook-and-teacup-washer
the song about oil and parbroiled... reminds me of a funny thing happened on the way to teh forum... and the title does too... hmmmm
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Ah, 'tis no coincidence that the song sounds familiar, but a wee tribute to the genre of farce (as exemplified by 'Forum'). And since there are no matchmakers per se within the framework of our story... er... I guess that makes us authors, collectively, Pseudolus. LOL
I don't usually read non-SS/HG ships, especially this long, but your summary sounded irresistible. So far you haven't disappointed.
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Ah, yes, many a happy yet unlikely relationship has begun with a good summary. I should know. I met my husband through personal ads! 
No doubt you have discovered by now that there are any number of ships in this particular sea. Enjoy the voyage!
this story cracked me up. thanks for writing it guys.
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
You're very welcome! Stay tuned--the epilogue is pending!
weasley twins all tied up. *swoon* and "not so drunk snape" hahaha.
well written chapter by all. ps. love the story!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Thank you very much!
(Isn't it amazing that someone didn't tie the Weasley twins up years ago??)
Are there really words for this? Hmm. Hysterical? Insane? I don't think they quite capture it. But I love it!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
We've been chasing it with butterfly nets for nearly a year, and we still haven't quite captured it. But at least we've cornered it in a jar and are fairly confident it's not getting away again. Thank you for your reviews throughout--and enjoy the epilogue!
I think I'm in love with this story. *squee!*
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Thank you very much! I'll pass the love along to the rest of the Mads, some of whom will meet in person for the first time at the HP conventions this summer! :D
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Thank you very much! I'll pass the love along to the rest of the Mads, some of whom will meet in person for the first time at the HP conventions this summer! :D
They have all gone so wrong, they are coming up behind right. 
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
You speak only truth, my friend. 
Thank you for reviewing!Dracontia, editor-in-chief-cook-and-teacup-washer
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
You speak only truth, my friend. Thank you for reviewing!Dracontia, editor-in-chief-cook-and-teacup-washer
Yay, Sev and Hermione got together -- now they better get back to his quarters before some Aurorus Interruptus that may be happening in the near future.
Hooch with a green clit, er penis? LOL!
And even Crookshanks is gonna get some! This story just keeps getting better and better with each chapter!!!!!!!!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
*sings* Everybody gets somebody sometime....And in this story, sooner rather than later!Thanks as always for reviewing!
I really loved the line: "Neville allowed himself to be dragged to the punchbowl, thinking that life would be much easier if all girls were as direct as Luna."Oh, so true... :)And, of course, the chocolate snitch kiss... awww...
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
More Neville/Luna directness in chapter 6, just posted! Thank you kindly for the review!
Wow! I think this chapter was even funnier than the previous ones. I especially liked the parts about Trelawney - both her not having any underwear and her listening to the passionate spirits. I also liked Mrs. Norris pondering Crookshanks furry bits. Hysterical!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Heaven help me... now the phrase "Mrs. Norris pondering Crookshank's furry bits" is stuck in my head. The review is still much appreciated, of course--have fun with the implied 'kitty porn' in chapter 6!! :)
One word. Delicious.
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
*bows* thank you! Please do try our latest tasty chapter!
You're right. That is just wrong. It is also wrong that I'm laughing so hard I can barely type. This may be the best chapter yet.
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
If there's one thing we do right, it's wrong. Thanks for the review, and enjoy the next oh-so-evil chapter!
Great work so far, ladies—love the last line of this chapter! 
I enjoyed the "Get Smart" reference, too; I'm too young to remember the original run of the series, but there was a station that showed re-runs of it for years when I was a kid.
Anyway, I'm enjoying this story very much; looking forward to the next chapter.
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Look no further--the next chapter has arrived. (out of) C.O.N.T.R.O.L. has granted you security clearance to enjoy it. Thanks kindly for the review!
You guys are utterly NUTS! But in a good way. (hehehe!)This story is getting crazier with each chapter, making me wonder what other craziness you guys could possibly dream up. Keep it coming and I'll read it. Cheers to the lot of you. :D
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Your wish is our command--one more chapter up right now, and still more coming! Thank you kindly for enjoying the ride (the Knight Bus has nothing on us...)
The whole Sybill thing had me in stitches. I love her cluelessness. Of course, the other thing about Sybill, too, (ahem) had me giggling as well. Well, so did Sprout's knickers, which leaves me wondering if the boys had ample coverage? *lololol*
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
*bows* I shall pass your compliments along to the crew, especially Shal and Dawn! *ahem* for the sake of the lads' egos, we shall say that the coverage was rather meager. *wink*Thanks kindly for the praise!
"There's enough booze in here to get a herd of Centaurs totally shitfaced~BlaiseTHE FUCKING SORTING HAT GOT WASTED!Harry and Ginny could always "Adopt" Draco! *SOBS* The WEASLEY TWINS missed most of the mayhem!QUIDDITCH ON THESTRALS AND "The Jabberwocky!"A REAL Nargle!RON GOT LAID! there IS a crumplehorned snorkack, afterall!Dumbledore got defaced properly and Mister Hooch has a big cock!A BUBBLEGUM SHEEP NAMED DORA!THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS!ABSOLUTELY THE FUNNIEST OOC/Spoof I have EVER read! As I said before, my "HAT" goes off to you all!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
Honey, this is one heck of a thank-you. You make the lot of us feel like Santa Claus the day after Christmas--beat to hell, but appreciated.(And the sheep is happy, too.)Glad you enjoyed it, luv!
This party is getting crazier by the minute, how will it end? Some really odd things have happened up until now, makes me wonder if anyone will get 'Obliviated' by certain parties not interested by the facts being known by all? Unless... I'll keep my thoughts about it, but i am eager to see the next chapter. Soon? Cheers to all!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
he he he... Don't worry, it's close enough to finished that we can promise an ending--in about 4 more chapters. In the mean time, hang on tight, and keep that 'obliviate' handy, just in case. (You might want to use it on yourself!)Thanks for the review!
If I end up breaking a rib from all this laughing, I'll bill you guys for the medical copay, k?
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
LOL Check our disclaimer--we're all skint. Hug a pillow during the upcoming chapter and hope for the best!Thank you for reviewing!
Wheeeee! The mayhem continues. Simply lovely! I'm looking forward to reading more and more and more!
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
More lovely mayhem is in the queue, just itching to be read. Thank you for reviewing!
YAY!!!!!!!!! Well done all! Over the course of this fic, you nearly killed me three times, nearly made me wet myself twice and caused me to snort tomato soup out of my nose, to the amusement of my co-workers in the lunch room. In all, a good days work. Thank you all! Loved it!!! (except the soup-nose incident, it was hot and it burned and there was a bit of crusty bread in it!)
Response from Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party (Author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Victory Photo)
I do believe that you have set a record of some kind for hazards encountered during a comedy!
In recognition of your achievements in this field, we will henceforth award The Order of the Tomato Soup to all fans injured via inopportune laughter during the reading of a Mad Chatters fic.
But seriously (for once)--thank you tremendously for reviewing our story!
And for satisfying your future fanfic needs, please consider the works of the individual authors who collaborated on this fic. All those who were involved with this story are in Mad_Chatters_Tea_Party's 'Favorite Authors' section of the bio. All are quite accomplished in the fields of ss/hg, romance, smut--and just a few of us dabble in comedy. :D