I think that when talking of characters bein IC or OOC, one has to take into account the time frame, because I think, depending on the circumstances, and how they've changed, they might be slightly, or very, different. Harry at 18 would surely be different from Harry at 30. Snape at 38 and a Death Eater, convinced he'll die in the war, might very likely have things that change about him, once the war's over, and he's secured a measure of contentment, had time to reconsider people and events in his past. Of course, the author has to support any change with characterization--not always easy to do, but if it's done well, I can believe just about anyone. Snape during canon couldn't abide anyone, but Snape, three years after the war? I think he and a Luna like this might get on quite well. I'm pleased you think it did work well, and thanks so much for sticking with it to the end. Always appreciate your comments, Aery!