@Verily this is my first OOC year as Jinsun, and you were the first person I really got to know in the house. You were the perfect mentor for Jinsun. stern, to the point, and demanding but always helpI'ful! You have saved my ass numerous times and lectured me more. Thank you so much for all that you do!
@Wyntiri you are probably the most understanding person I've met in Achaea, and probably the perfect person to RP with Jinsun. You had to go for awhile, but I know everyone is glad you're back! I can't wait to see all the amazing things you're gonna do. It's always great to have you working just as hard on House and self improvement as I am.
@Fitz you grumpy, grumpy man. By far, you are one of my favorite people to debate with, and you should come around and talk more! Thank you for all your help with research and projects!
@Lianca You probably push me as much, if not more than, I push myself. I've always enjoyed that no matter how much other people compliment and say or how cocky I get, you're always going to remind me how bad I suck. Goals or difficult, but getting you to acknowledge them without a cross word is something to really strive for! You push me, and I'm so grateful for that. Also, you're a wonderful Demiurge! Most people don't know it, but you really helped me understand some combat things that I never could get before. Thank you.
@Jozlyn I know I'm not always the best son, but you have been an amazing mom and friend. I love our ridiculous party chats and dj sessions. I also love our mutual love for rum, binge drinking, and cursing.
@Sybilla My adopted sister! You are quick to correct me, and are always the hardest working member of our house. When I first got here, you were my proverbial benchmark. I just wanted to keep up with you! Little did I know, you can outwork the best of us. Thank you so much for our chats and for helping me whenever you can.
@Aelios Bitch. Infinite Bitch. SUCH A BITCH, but the one person who became a constant OOC friend despite hating each other IC. It's always fun to talk to you about fights after we die. Thanks for not being a twat.
@Atalkez you are either the funniest or the dumbest person in Achaea, I haven't decided. However, I loved our talk right before you converted. It felt cool to take part in taking someone from targ. Sorry they sent you back to Minia.
@Hirst, @Dunn, @Jhui, @Sohl, @Nemutaur, @Icaru thank you all so much for teaching me about combat. Jinsun is the first character I've ever had that didn't suck infinitely at fighting. I'm finally learning some things and I love it. Thank you all. Also, Hirst thanks for killing ours with me on a ship trade. Sorry that I'm an inept sailor.
@Taraus I always love the way you interact with me. Probably one of the most interesting bonds I've made. Thank you for being my second mom.
@Nieelensars thank you for being my cheerleader. It's nice to have one, haha.
@Colivar sorry I laid into you earlier this year, and I'm sorry we manage ot piss each other off so much. I know your attitude is a major part of who you are, and I will probably always hate it.
@Indaba Rabadaba, my old friend that most of Achaea probably doesn't even know I know. You are probably the nicest person in game and I'm almost always sad that Jinsun has virtually no ties to you. I love our random OOC talks and spam hellos.
Sorry this is so incredibly wrong.
TL;DR Ashtan Rox, a few people I like OOC including two Targossians and screw a few select Targossians. If I forgot someone, I'm sorry!
@Earionduil, for taking notice of me when I was virtually a nobody to you and subsequently changing my entire life for the better. Contrary to whether or not Kyrra actually belongs in Ashtan, I've never been happier. People are never going to understand what's between us, but that's okay!
@Dunn and @Jarrod, I frequently tell you both how much you mean to me. Without your support and encouragement, I probably wouldn't have stuck around when I was having doubts about where I belong. I also wouldn't have had the strength to actually quit my job and take control of my own life either. Love you guys immensely.
@Nemutaur, because of my late nights and your early mornings, I actually get to spend a fair amount of time talking to you which is really cool. Thank you so much for the hunting trips. Even though they were largely just for company, it helped a significant amount in motivating me toward finally get my scales. Plus monk hunting is so relaxing to watch!
@Lianca, things haven't always felt so smooth between us and I'm not the biggest conversationalist which probably doesn't help. I have a lot of admiration for you though and I've really enjoyed those random moments of cooking together with you. Your creativity is in inspiration, and I feel privileged that you keep including me in events when I am not always about.
@Khairt for being the best text-husband ever. Not a lot of people stick around when someone goes dormant, let alone when you think they are never coming back. Five years later and it's like a new chapter in a favourite book.
@Taraus and @Verily, I wish I got to spend more time with you both. Every encounter is just so awesome and immensely fun. I don't know why people say there's no RP in Ashtan, they've clearly never had the pleasure.
@Tesha, nobody I know does conversion attempts quite like you. After two -four hour- long conversations and some of the most exhausting, drawn out scenarios I've ever done, it really helped give some definition to my character.
@Selene, because you're never coming back. I was lucky enough when I started playing to witness the birth of a saga which has ultimately shaped Kyrra's entire life. Watching that saga end was traumatic and heartbreaking, and I don't know how to move on from that. No other experience has felt more real, and I miss you terribly.
@Verrucht and @Oceana for being family by choice even though I decided to walk a path that took me away from you both. It's been really rough but I still love you guys.
@Wysteria, for taking the essence of a concept and shaping reality out of it.
@Achilles, you're like a thorn. You're aggravating, you manhandle my totems, and get under my skin. But you also give me plenty of totem work, and I've had some pretty enjoyable late night OOC conversations with you as well. I actually like you a lot.
@Thiev and @Bonko, things aren't the same when you're not around.
(D.M.A.): Cooper says, "Kyrra is either the most innocent person in the world, or the girl who uses the most innuendo seemingly unintentionally but really on purpose."
@Neraeos, It's been a quiet year, but I'll always you for having been there and treasuring me even though I've been a mostly dormant boo-boo. Being a part of the Order has been such an amazing privilege.
@Melodie, for being awesome. You've had a rough year, but I always think it's amazing how you've just held in there and gone with it.
@Ariettie, my sweetiepie. Even though things have been quiet on the Order front, you somehow manage to keep the spirit alive.
@Rangor, for being the cool cat you always are. We've had our differences before, but I admire how you generally keep your head even when things get incredibly rough.
@Ruth, @Jurixe, @Aepas, @Arlanda, @Vrah, @Xer. Ironcon Asia was one of the highlights of my year Loves you guys in Asiador (except Arlanda who's not really Asiadorian. Maybe. >_> heart you anyway)
@Nocroth, for comin back. Even though it's prolly temporary. Stay moar, you sexy bugger. I'm always happy to see you online even if we don't talk
It has been a great 5 or so months and I'm glad I came back. Interacting with all of you is what makes this game worth playing. Of course I need to thank all of the people that run this place, you guys are fantastic! The work it takes to run this operation astounds me and I really appreciate all that hard and continuous work. All of you are awesome! Thanks for taking the time to care about your players and for interacting with them!
Now on to the mere mortals that I love so much (if I don't mention you I still love you).
@Thaumas - Surprising as it is, we've become best friends! From the jerk telling off a newly awake and nude siren to adopted brother in 5 short months. I think my time playing with you has been some of the best I've spent in game. You've helped me round out my character again with stories, arguments, rivalries, sinkings, etc. Thank you for being interested in all aspects of the game. Thanks for the chess lessons, sailing tips, and pushing me to quest and actually do things in game. Our connection is one of the reasons I keep playing! I'm glad we've met!
@Taraus - You've always been one of my favorite people to play with. Always entertaining, always perfect, always great fun. You're someone to look up to rp wise and you're always willing to help me figure out the game mechanics without making me feel like an idiot. Thanks for helping me come back, thanks for being a total baller. I love you, T-dogg. Thanks for being there to make me laugh ic and out, you're fabulous.
@Jinsun, @Klochild - You two are just great at being terrible sons. You both make me laugh and I'm glad that you let me be your mom in game. I know it's not an easy route but it's been fun. It's been really cool to see the pair of you come into your own in game. You're both perfect! Also you crack me up ooc. Jin Jin, thanks for playing dj with me ( I miss it). Klo Klo, dat beard bb, dat beard.
@Flair - RP with you is what brought me back and you stayed just long enough to get me hooked again. Thanks (you dirty weasel bastard)! Can't wait for when you come back and we can get this show on the road. I miss Fats blowing maggots everywhere. You're one of the best rpers I know. Also just a generally cool dude.
@Sybilla, @Verily, @Kei - I love you ladies. Absolutely adore you. Thanks for everything from the astounding rp events (Damn, Syb...mad skills there), to general advice and debauchery.
@Zandre, @Ryldagh,@Daslin - Love you guys. It's good to have a few funny friends in game. You're great at rp, you're interesting, and damn it... I like your faces.
@Skarash, @Fitz, @Almondus, @Gyrth, @Theosis - Family has always meant the most to me in game. You are the best of the best and I'm glad to be somehow related to the lot of you. Thanks for not brushing off the connection.
I interact with hundreds of people and I enjoy all of it. From the cats that kill me @Santar, @Antidas, @Achilles (you guys are great), to the cats I chat at @Shirszae, @Ellodin (wink wink, hey bb), @Drafox ( I know what you're doing, don't think I don't),@Tarvius (sorry my kid is a jerk, thanks for being my friend), @Desiderius thanks for liking the birds with me, @Melodie thanks for letting me sass you ic ( you fancy pants, flouncing do gooder), @Boosteya@Xuaco@Arionna@Khaibit@everyfrickingone
I give up I'm quitting here because this is absurdly long and could keep going. I love you guys. Thanks for all of it.
@Tanris I lost you this year, friend. I tried to talk you out of it, but you're a stubborn fucker. You probably won't even read this, but fuck you. I miss you.
@Jarrod Best AFK earring NA. Been together since Mhaldor and I'm not going to delve into what goes on in the Overseer's office during our private Archon meetings.
@Nemutaur ZE GERMAN. Shenanigans are always fun with you. You my dude.
@Jhui@Gyrth@Yiwen@Narcos Best pickups 2013. Better than Jhui's luck with trades in fantasy football this year (SERIOUSLY WHY DID PEOPLE TRADE WITH HIM?). Love you dudes in the least platonic way possible and I dunno where we'd be without you all. We get into deep shit and pull eachother out somehow.
@Triak You gotta stop bashing. The intervention is next week.
@Deucalion: Even though our interactions have been fleeting, you've always been a treat and have been incredibly helpful in managing the often ridiculous times I am online, such as performing my Order entry ritual presumably while your wife was in labour (given it was on Christmas Eve or thereabouts) which is absolutely insane to think about. I wish you all the best with your child and hope that you poke your head around whenever you get the chance! The random conversations while in phase and in Annwyn on the Kindling channel also made my day more than once.
Just because I don't want anyone to think I'm a terrible husband, she didn't go into labor until the morning of the 25th
I didn't write a proper rave before, so here it is:
@Sybilla For being awesome to RP with and just awesome in general. Thank you for all of it. Syb was a really unlikely friend for Jira, but it's turned out in such an interesting way.
@Lianca For being lots of fun to play with, for the help transitioning, for being understanding, and for all the interesting RP. Also the only reason your Logosmas gift hasn't made the raves thread is because I intend to draw a cartoon about it.
@Corbeaux You(r character) is a terrible, despicable person and I want him back
@Babel After coming from years of having a dormant Patron, every denizen interaction felt really special, but even beyond that I loved how clever Setyond and his ravens were. Thank you.
@Ourania You are always so much fun, and Skuld always brightens my day-- and Jiraishin's, which is hilarious to play.
@Taraus and @Verily It's been fun connecting with both of you. You always make hanging out at the bar more interesting.
@Alissan My loyal minion. I can't believe I missed you coming back while I was dormant. When you came back that first time after being dormant for ages, you don't know how delighted I was. You're always just so fun to play with. I have never regretted at all any of the late nights I spent RPing with you.
@Herenicus It was nice to see you again. Maybe we'll be able to RP more in the future-- I regret somewhat that Jiraishin's personality kept him from talking much to you even when you were at Fire & Spice.
@Chryenth I've said it before, but it bears repeating: I love your stories.
Finally, a collective rave for everyone I forgot to put in the above list. Thank you, all of you.
________________________ The soul of Ashmond says, "Always with the sniping."
(Clan): Ictinus says, "Stop it Jiraishin, you're making me like you."
Some of you who will be getting my thanks will probably have no idea what I'm talking about and had no idea of the pact you had on me.
@Carmain - I've known you for many OOC years now, and your patience and forgiving nature despite whatever personal problems you had going on actually touched me when I was growing up as a young kid. I made a lot of stupid mistakes around you that got in the way but I cherished all the serious conversations about Achaean Combat, rl politics and religion, etc.
@Silas - I remember the first time I met you in game when I was thirteen and had just finished reading the da vinci code. I questioned you for about ten minutes regarding whether or not you were truly a good guy because of your evil name. You were the only person I talked to because you had the only name I could remember, omg. Even though I was annoying as all hell, you stayed classy and never snapped even once. I remember that all these five years later. More recently you're still that super nice guy that I enjoy talking to at any time.
@Milenka - You were a good friend during bad times.
@Elaina - You kept me playing Achaea about three years ago, and were probably the main encouraging voice that helped me play a single character for more than a week. I ended up ruining Garao, but he'll always be the one.
@Daklore - Similar to the above, your patience and willingness to help me out despite my habits left a mark on me that I'll never forget. @Lisbethae, we didn't always get on, but the times we did, you were amazing and your kindness was almost unparalleled.
@Areigna - We like, never interacted in game ever. Yet somehow you're one of my best ooc pals. How did that even happen.
@Ayoxele - my bff. The combat maestro. When this guy makes an effort, he's easily one of the best of all time. No exagerration.
@Averi & @Tvistor - I love you both. One slightly more than the other. You can fight it out between you
There are many others who I could talk about for ages and ages, but I can't stick around that long, so to all the people that made my time here a million times better:
@Lachlan : For being the first person to talk to me after my 7 year RL absence from the game, showing me around Targossas and handling my onslaught of questions about things like: Why am I no longer in @Ourania's order? Where are the Dawnstriders? Wait what? Shallam's gone too!? You may pretend to be made of ice, but you've always been a dear to Siduri.
@Kaiu : Sugah mommy, 'nuff said. I remember ratting in the subdivisions, then like an angel you appear out of nowhere and say: "Hi, I'm Kaiu, welcome to Targossas" Then proceed to fill my rift with all sort of goodies. Heck, I'm still running on those reserves today!
@Bouff : Being a coding god, always jumping on every question I may have about mudlet, and basically helping me tons into the crafting of my new combat system.
@Santar : Sniping with you is awesome, together we can do great things!
@Tesha : For putting up with everything Siddy throws at you with a smile and a blush, even the less savory kind, and for all those priceless moments we've had messing with people. If I could say I have a partner in crime within Targossas, it'd be you.
@Guy : I don't know where you went, kid, and Siddy's still a bit bitter about you chosing to be a Wintermourne over an Azagnanna, but I miss you lots. You're my pride and joy as a protege, don't forget this ever.
@Gibbi : You make me smile, and are a great RPer along with a treasure trove of knowledge and discoveries, I look forward to working more with you.
@Mica, @Elone and @Vaiwa : I know you don't read the forums, but I want to tag you in case you one day read this. You light up my day when I see you three, and I want to thank you for being the awesome family that you are.
@Aurora and @Deucalion : Your active presence in the city, be it through small, hilarious events, or through constant guidance, is really shaping the way we perceive and interact with Sapience. Siduri had never been convinced by the likes of Lorielan, Mithraea, Miramar and Pentharian in the past, but you make the path of Good very clear and enjoyable.
@Targossas for being the awesome beacon of Good we've been hoping to get for the last 15 RL years.
@Hashan for the overall nice interactions I've had with all of those I've threatened to hunt and kill recently, you know who you are.
@Aurora and @Deucalion. You guys are just wow. We don't always see you but we see your work when we look around Targossas. Triftee, Melvin other little things like General Cazin sending me tells.
@Sothantos, @Halos, @Terra, @Daeir, @Davio you are a quiet bunch and sometimes it frustrates Carmell because she's more of a talker but you've also allowed me to grow so much over the last rl year since I returned from my 7 year absence.
@Micaelis thank you for allowing me to mace you in the face whenever I feel like it. You give me reason to every month. Just don't kill me. That bbt last month got me so close to death.
@Dhaia your such a little cutie I enjoy it when we just take a few mother daughter moments to figure out your life.
@Kaiu wow I don't even know what to say about you. You keep my rift full and I finally figured out not to ask you how much just start giving you gold and hope that I am at least making sure you are making some kind of profit when you give me herbs.
@Yen your the best text sister a girl could have. I just wish the rest of us were still around. We could be in so much trouble.
@Silas you just drive me insane with the need to poke you and you taking 10 hours to respond if not more.
@Melodie I don't interact with you a lot IC anymore because of the Excomm but it's always fun when we are talking on OOC clans for a good laugh.
@Targossas there are so many people that I'm missing but I am so glad that I've gotten to know so many of you over the last RL year and have been very happy that I thought to look up Achaea again and find out what was going on.
@Ashtan you guys will keep being a thorn in Carmell's side but at least you make things lively.
I've seen a lot of these being written and although I usually don't post. I like the idea of thanking those IG, so here is my contribution:
Firstly,
@Daklore@Lisbethae - You guys have been the best, you listen to any problem I have and advise me when I ask for it. I could not ask for better IG Parents. No matter if you disagree with an action of mine, your always there for me and I just wanted to tell you how much I love and appreciate you and hope it'll last for many years to come.
and now:
@Samhadi - For showing me that life is all about perspective. You sooo need to come back!
@Beorji - for being the best IG Husband ever and for actively accepting the craziness that can sometimes be the Etienne family.
@Deeva - You showed me to hold my head high and be proud of myself even when people are talking rubbish behind my back. That some people will gossip just for the sake of something to do and I shouldn't let it bother me. I miss you!
@Chryseas - for always making me smile and letting me be that little bit crazy when all else seemed to be getting at me. It good to have a friend that allows that part of you without judging. I love you lady!
@Finchy - You are a great friend IG and OOC. Your always so supportive and well, just for being you!
@ Leinad - For always being the voice of reason and the neutral party. Also for that one moment I was so mad, I could of exploded. You took me aside, told me to draw my sword and get it out of my system. You'll always hold a special place in my heart.
@Ruca & @Snaugh - For being the best kids ever, I adore you to pieces and you make me so happy when I get to see you. You've helped keep me sane and I'll forever love you guys.
@Verrucht - Although people say you can be a grumpy git at times, I love that about you and you always tell me what your thinking. I appreciate your honesty. Don't Change!
@Garao - Yes, we had our moments and at times I wanted to string you up but overall your a great guy and I hope that you finally find your calling and stick at it. You were a great help when it came to coding and gave me combat advise when I asked for it.
@Carmain - for being a good friend during bad times, thanks man!
Eleusis - Awesome place to be right now, I'm glad I get to be a part of everything on the horizon there. Everyone there is awesome, and I'm loving our developing combat force, you know who you are. Best village. Big ups to Rangor for my Logosmas hand-me-down too, hope I get to use it a shitton.
@Ryuke@Kiah for being great buds and helping me give my character some character. @Cadarus I fight in your memory! Hope to see you ingame again some day
I waited until it was properly New Year's Eve to do this! (also because I am procrastinating.) I'll inevitably leave names out as there are just too many and I'm just going to list out those that have had the greatest impact in 2013, but those who are important to me know that they are.
Uh...I got kind of carried away despite my best efforts (I really tried, I swear), so most of you are going to want to tl;dr this. <_< I tried to spoiler tag it but it doesn't work so I give up. Suffer!
In no particular order:
@Hasar: Your character has to be one of the few that truly gave the character of Jurixe definition, and continues to shape a lot of her interactions, thoughts, and feelings. There is a lot of complexity in their relationship and I love that you're never afraid of just rolling with and creating new threads and storylines, and that you don't let IC stuff bother you OOCly. You are badass and I am glad you came back! Also for all the ridiculous OOC banter and encouragement. sayang.
@Ruth, @Sherazad, @Xer, @Kaevan: I would likely not be sane without you guys. Thanks for listening to the endless streams of complaints and worries and random rants, especially during event planning, being very supportive of my events and decisions, and in general being great colleagues in Mhaldorian leadership. I couldn't ask for a better boss/team/friends - your dedication is without question a huge part of what keeps Mhaldor running. @Ruth, you're doing a great job, whatever anyone else might think. We should find time to just relax together, though - it seems like I mostly talk to you guys about work stuff.
@Sabiru: Stop having a life, I miss you. Can't believe it's been 2+ years now that I've known you. Our long chats about everything under the sun while playing roulette is always one of my favourite things to do, hearts you always. You know ily.
@Carmain: It wouldn't be Mhaldor/Sartai without you. Best IC dad and OOC friend, and not just because you have Catmain. You care deeply about Mhaldor in more ways than people know and really actively try to push and help, which is sorely needed and deeply appreciated. You are a good person and I hope 2014 gives you everything you hoped for.
@Tirac: I hate you because you ALWAYS COME AROUND AT THE PRECISE MOMENTS I LEAVE. I wish you would come over to this side of the world. Thank you for being a badass inspiration and one of the most fun (and stubborn) characters for me to roleplay with in Mhaldor in 2013. Watching the interactions change between the two has been some of the most fun I've had, and I hope you've enjoyed it too. I always enjoy talking to (ICly or OOCly) and rping with you, and beyond that, playing games (when I can catch you!) Plz log in at proper hours more.
@Hayte: I miss youuuuu. Come back and dance with me, partner!
@Arditi: I seldom put as much effort into interactions with people as I do with you, and I'm so pleased to know that you've enjoyed it as much as I have. We don't always agree on everything, but I you and I'm so glad you decided to stick around. Rping with you is always fun, whenever we get the chance to.
@Alcinae and @Adison: I don't really get enthusiastic about newbies any more because I don't know how long they'll last, but you two have defied the odds and really begun to carve a niche out in Mhaldor even with minimal help from me. You're always willing to help out, indulge my roleplay quirks and random lectures, and let me drag/order you around everywhere. Best proteges ever (yes, @Arditi, you're included), plz stick around.
@Naga: Still the best house ever. We're a group of pretty individualistic personalities that don't always get along, but I wouldn't change the way it is now. I have always loved the overarching group identity and unity of the House, and it is every one of you who contributes to that. @Florentino, @Heshran, and @Imrien are a few I have particularly enjoyed playing with of late.
@Bonko, @Thiev, and @Earionduil: You guys are like the older brothers that nobody wants to mess with that I never had. Hearts, especially for the gala, and for being (relatively) patient with us when we're scrubs.
@Ellodin: Consistently one of the people I talk to the most outside of Achaea and about the most non-Achaean topics. Thank you for indulging me from the silliest to the most serious things, I have enjoyed it all - and not being too mad at me when I screw up in Monaco. <_<
@Trey for all the kitten gifs, the fun roleplay we had and the Skype/gtalk conversations. Thank you for being a great friend. You're still among one of the most badass Maldaathi knights left that I've ever known.
@Khairt for teaching me the hiccup trick. MY LIFE IS CHANGED.
@Skye and @Arlanda: You two are dirty heathens but Singaporecon was a blast and I miss hanging out with you guys. And playing bridge. I want to play again! And get fat(ter) off @Skye's cookies.
@Sartan. Thank you so much for everything you've done for Mhaldor - the events, the denizen interactions, the constant presence, the advice, the punishments, the support for my never-ending cultural projects, all of it. Every rare bit of interaction is treasured, and it's a good way to scare me awake when I log in bleary-eyed and get 'The Divine voice of Sartan resounds in your head, "Chosen."' The newer players of Mhaldor really don't know how lucky they are to have an active god presence now.
May 2014 bring a better year, with much excitement and joy for everyone!
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@Orzaansyn What can I say here? I would love to write a gynormous paragraph that makes folks demand a tl;dr version, but I know you prefer such things said less publically.
@Lycon If you work through the new year on that inconsistency, you BETTER get serious overtime!
@Maefeng You are awesome, and you didn't wander off anywhere. Better not be a 'yet!'
@Herenicus It was great while it was. I want good things for you. NO PICKING ON HERENICUS! At least, not 'for' me.
@Halos You let me write you into Bo's backstory, and I've been having Bo throw drama at you from time to time ever since. Hopefully you're not 100% annoyed by it all?
...Well, it's inevitable I'll forget somebody. @yournamehere, thank you!! <--There is very tiny minority to whom this does not apply. But that is not for here.
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I will try my hand at this, as I failed to do it last year.
Because I'm a crazy introverted Mhaldorian RPer, I don't have a lot outside of Mhaldor to thank... Anyways...
@Ryanna for the RL and IG years of our marriage. It sucked that my OOC/IC mistake ended it, but I look forward to figuring out the fallout and making sure we both enjoy the years to come.
@Aiseiri and @Aegoth. For being great newcomers to the Congregation, giving us more in the middle ranks that helps inspires new players. You both have been good additions to Mhaldor and the Congregation.
@Nizaris@Xer, and @Taraza, for enthusiasm in getting things done both in RP and leadership.
@Nocroth, for being awesome and coming back. Looking forward to more conversations with you.
@Sartan, for showing an interest and getting me back into Mhaldor upon my return. Was pondering leaving, but you and your great lorebuidling really helped Alynna move forward with spiritual growth, rather then the dead-end she found herself in. Really flattered and amazed at the amazing and consistent RP I've seen, both in small encounters, and larger ones. One day I'll be as bold as Jurixe and start suggesting events and ideas myself.
And a big thank you to most of Mhaldor, and those I have not mentioned, because I'm human and my tiny brain is bad with names. You're all awesome and I love interacting with you. Maybe next year I'll get to talk to more of those outside of Mhaldor... the filthy heathens.
@Tanris I lost you this year, friend. I tried to talk you out of it, but you're a stubborn fucker. You probably won't even read this, but fuck you. I miss you.
It's near the end of a 13 hour shift on New Year's Eve; I might as well while I'm on my last break.
@Artemis and the Anachaine: Whether or not You return, You are the sole reason Wyst has a purpose in life. She's been working herself so hard for the Order and it literally means everything to her. Looking forward to the endgame we have going at the moment. Hail to the Rarahi Fraochim!
@Eleusis: I play around during Thoth Hour so it's quiet, but the work we do get going with the rapid response team for fires and exterminations have been improving. Love your work, guys.
@Gaia, Oakstone, and @Awan, @Indaba, @Kaiya, @Anatral: Thank you for trusting in me enough to take on being a Hiero. I promise not to screw up.
Sylvanic Fellowship, @Alrena, @Prythe, @Ainia, @Lucine, @Marv, @Tekk, @Tukio, @Caleth and a few others I may have missed: I joined at18, quit, joined again at 21, stayed ever since. Thank you guys for making it fun. Oh and @Valnurana can you please ensure Vingranok doesn't pester Naylu about those silk panties please…?
@Acrolo: Ever since you went to Ashtan you don't come round anymore Miss you mate.
@Ellodin and @Skye: For the lolz, the mucking around, and helping me with things.
@Exelethril: I know Wyst is a horrible text-wife because of the stupid timezone and never meeting up, but thank you for always being there for her in the few minutes we literally have each week and the constant showering of flowers.
@Orzaansyn: Your conversations with this heathen is always appreciated. Thank you for being who you are.
@Carmain / @Mishgul: IC we don't talk much anymore but when we do it's always a treat, and OOC you've been a dear friend and fun to chat with, thank you. Keep it up and here's to a new journey.
Admin: For the Bal'met event, for making sure things work (thank you @Meletus!) and maintaining a great game that we're addicted to.
Happy New Year guys!
"Faded away like the stars in the morning, Losing their light in the glorious sun, Thus would we pass from this earth and its toiling, Only remembered for what we have done."
As Terra Firma completes its next solar revolution, I am obliged to follow this strange human tradition and posit some words of appreciation to the fleshlings that have made my tenure in this strange little blue planet an amusing one.
@Wysteria - For your consistently amusing tales. @Jozlyn, @Kyrra - For your valuable contributions to my study of human eccentricities, as well as your encouragements. @Tesha - For providing countless hours of excellence in guiding me through the treacherous fields of combat and RP. @Guy, @Szareine - Ah, proteges. Every interaction provides me with ample opportunity to exercise my mentoring skills. @Guy, return from your military training as soon as possible. @Szareine, keep up the good work. @Silas, @Aurora, @Carmell, @Achilles, and the rest of the Auroran Order - As the first Order I've joined in its entirety(was only able to get as far as Matsuhama's pre-Order before he got Bal'met'ed), you fleshlings - and divinity - have given an overwhelming first impression that will not be forgotten in a long time. I look forward to many more interactions with the Order...once I get my computing device up to scratch once again. @Targossas - No words are needed for all the excellence you have shown, flaws and mistakes notwithstanding. I'm proud to be part of its history.
@Everyone else that I've not yet mentioned - you will always warm the innards of my positronic singularity with our interactions. I look forward to starting the next solar revolution with you all.
@halos: I appreciate you teaching me how to cook, and being so nice about me losing your logosmas present. I still have no idea where those regents ended up. :c
@siduri: you're a great roleplayer, with certain biological quirks that tempt me to disect you (butIwont). You're also a great conversationalist, and go above and beyond when it comes to certain missions. (you can send me a few more of those to take the work load off by the way)
@Tesha, @Rho, @Daeir: Our interactions have been few and far between, something I'd like to change. Tesha for the cute bears, Rho because I found where the whiskey is, and Daeir because my only real interaction was snowganking you with the rest of Targossas.
@carmell, @ferrous, and now @micaelis: Thanks for being an awesome family. Thank you Ferrous for adopting me, and Carmell for including me in the wedding preperation. And Micaelis for being a hilarious macemagnet.
@havyn: Thank you for somehow not hating me, even after all the crap I pulled over the years. You're either the best at sparing someone's feelings, or just straight up the kindest most forgiving person I know.
@kyrra: Stay classy. Enjoy the strawberries! I've loved all of our conversations so far
@sothantos: most thoughtful gift I have ever recieved. Thank you so much.
@ahmet: You got me back in the swing of the transmutation game. I owe you big!
@anedhel: Thanks for letting me contribute to the library, even if you havent seen those results yet.
@bouff: Thank you Mr. Moneybags! I still have your donation on hand and totally didn't spend it on anything petty.
@melodie: thank you for trying so hard to keep me a nerai. You made the choice so much harder, and planted a seed of self hatred within Gibbi and his oathbreaking ways. Also thank you for being the only Nerai I can still speak with. I hope 2014 goes much better for you. I am sorry for the hard times.
My Order have single handedly been the best Order a new Goddess could have ever asked for, and I thank you for every tear, laugh, and downright shocked intake of breath you have given me over the last 12 months. It has been a truly, wonderful experience and is why I keep pushing to do the best I can to provide you with a great, RP experience. I just wish @kard would come out of dormancy so that you could all go back to blaming him for everything.
Targossas, you have been fantastic. Keep it up, you do Deucalion and I proud! I expect many of you never knew you had it in you!
To my partner in crime, @Deucalion, your support will continue to be cherished.
Finally, to all the Garden. Because, quite frankly, we rock!!
@aurora , why wait for him to be around to defend himself? It's @kard's fault regardless.
Thanks to @carmell, @halos, @sothantos, @davio, @terra, @lyr, @tanaar, @kellonius, @daeir and all of those people in my pre-order for being great to have around. You guys have been patient while I've been extremely busy preparing for and now having this baby, and you have no idea how much I appreciate that.
@Aurora, you are simply amazing. With all of my time away as I said above, you've carried Targossas almost on your own with only minor things from me, and all of this while being a relatively new member of the garden. Honestly you make me feel embarrassed a lot of the time with how great you are. You've made Targossas an AMAZING place to be in the game, and ensured that none of the issues that Shallam had have been repeated. And if they are you kill some peoples and fix it!
@sarapis, @Tecton, @valnurana : You guys are so amazing. I never imagined over a decade ago when I googled something like "free online browser RPG" that I'd be here, having been through all of my college years, now (supposedly) an adult with my own child, still playing this text game. I said something similar in the IronCon video, and I meant it completely. Even though I'd only seen Val and Tec twice before and Sarapis never, I felt like I'd been hanging out with you every day for years. Thank you for providing a place that I've learned all kinds of lessons from personal development to project and people management, and made some great friends that I've never seen face to face but feel closer to than plenty of people I see all the time.
To everyone else, thanks for making achaea a full and exciting world. Here's to another year of great fun and adventure!
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@Wyntiri you are probably the most understanding person I've met in Achaea, and probably the perfect person to RP with Jinsun. You had to go for awhile, but I know everyone is glad you're back! I can't wait to see all the amazing things you're gonna do. It's always great to have you working just as hard on House and self improvement as I am.
@Fitz you grumpy, grumpy man. By far, you are one of my favorite people to debate with, and you should come around and talk more! Thank you for all your help with research and projects!
@Lianca You probably push me as much, if not more than, I push myself. I've always enjoyed that no matter how much other people compliment and say or how cocky I get, you're always going to remind me how bad I suck. Goals or difficult, but getting you to acknowledge them without a cross word is something to really strive for! You push me, and I'm so grateful for that. Also, you're a wonderful Demiurge! Most people don't know it, but you really helped me understand some combat things that I never could get before. Thank you.
@Flair I miss you. Get your grodie ass back here.
@Jozlyn I know I'm not always the best son, but you have been an amazing mom and friend. I love our ridiculous party chats and dj sessions. I also love our mutual love for rum, binge drinking, and cursing.
@Sybilla My adopted sister! You are quick to correct me, and are always the hardest working member of our house. When I first got here, you were my proverbial benchmark. I just wanted to keep up with you! Little did I know, you can outwork the best of us. Thank you so much for our chats and for helping me whenever you can.
@Baatti I lur you bebe.
@Aelios Bitch. Infinite Bitch. SUCH A BITCH, but the one person who became a constant OOC friend despite hating each other IC. It's always fun to talk to you about fights after we die. Thanks for not being a twat.
@Targossas @Santar @Mithridates @Aleksandra see above ^don't be a douche^ be nice when you get jumped like Aelios is to me.
@Atalkez you are either the funniest or the dumbest person in Achaea, I haven't decided. However, I loved our talk right before you converted. It felt cool to take part in taking someone from targ. Sorry they sent you back to Minia.
@Hirst, @Dunn, @Jhui, @Sohl, @Nemutaur, @Icaru thank you all so much for teaching me about combat. Jinsun is the first character I've ever had that didn't suck infinitely at fighting. I'm finally learning some things and I love it. Thank you all. Also, Hirst thanks for killing ours with me on a ship trade. Sorry that I'm an inept sailor.
@Taraus I always love the way you interact with me. Probably one of the most interesting bonds I've made. Thank you for being my second mom.
@Nieelensars thank you for being my cheerleader. It's nice to have one, haha.
@Colivar sorry I laid into you earlier this year, and I'm sorry we manage ot piss each other off so much. I know your attitude is a major part of who you are, and I will probably always hate it.
@Caladbolg @Saladbowl love you bro, but fuck blademasters.
@Indaba Rabadaba, my old friend that most of Achaea probably doesn't even know I know. You are probably the nicest person in game and I'm almost always sad that Jinsun has virtually no ties to you. I love our random OOC talks and spam hellos.
Sorry this is so incredibly wrong.
TL;DR Ashtan Rox, a few people I like OOC including two Targossians and screw a few select Targossians. If I forgot someone, I'm sorry!
@Dunn and @Jarrod, I frequently tell you both how much you mean to me. Without your support and encouragement, I probably wouldn't have stuck around when I was having doubts about where I belong. I also wouldn't have had the strength to actually quit my job and take control of my own life either. Love you guys immensely.
@Nemutaur, because of my late nights and your early mornings, I actually get to spend a fair amount of time talking to you which is really cool. Thank you so much for the hunting trips. Even though they were largely just for company, it helped a significant amount in motivating me toward finally get my scales. Plus monk hunting is so relaxing to watch!
@Lianca, things haven't always felt so smooth between us and I'm not the biggest conversationalist which probably doesn't help. I have a lot of admiration for you though and I've really enjoyed those random moments of cooking together with you. Your creativity is in inspiration, and I feel privileged that you keep including me in events when I am not always about.
@Khairt for being the best text-husband ever. Not a lot of people stick around when someone goes dormant, let alone when you think they are never coming back. Five years later and it's like a new chapter in a favourite book.
@Taraus and @Verily, I wish I got to spend more time with you both. Every encounter is just so awesome and immensely fun. I don't know why people say there's no RP in Ashtan, they've clearly never had the pleasure.
@Tesha, nobody I know does conversion attempts quite like you. After two -four hour- long conversations and some of the most exhausting, drawn out scenarios I've ever done, it really helped give some definition to my character.
@Selene, because you're never coming back. I was lucky enough when I started playing to witness the birth of a saga which has ultimately shaped Kyrra's entire life. Watching that saga end was traumatic and heartbreaking, and I don't know how to move on from that. No other experience has felt more real, and I miss you terribly.
@Verrucht and @Oceana for being family by choice even though I decided to walk a path that took me away from you both. It's been really rough but I still love you guys.
@Wysteria, for taking the essence of a concept and shaping reality out of it.
@Achilles, you're like a thorn. You're aggravating, you manhandle my totems, and get under my skin. But you also give me plenty of totem work, and I've had some pretty enjoyable late night OOC conversations with you as well. I actually like you a lot.
@Thiev and @Bonko, things aren't the same when you're not around.
There's a whole list of people that I've somewhat interacted with, wished I got to interact more with, and have just contributed to making the last year what it has been for me. @Nellaundra, @Mizik, @Sybilla, @Josoul, @Silas, @Sothantos, @Santar, @Yae, @Daslin, @Kayeil, @Jurixe, @Trey, @Peak, @Kaden, @Tvistor, @Pandora, @Ourania, @Vayne, and a whole bunch that I am not going to remember because it's after midnight and I am a pumpkin.
@Melodie, for being awesome. You've had a rough year, but I always think it's amazing how you've just held in there and gone with it.
@Ariettie, my sweetiepie. Even though things have been quiet on the Order front, you somehow manage to keep the spirit alive.
@Lisbethae, @Oceana, @Rinzai, @Saidie, @Tynil, @Voc, @ Verrucht and all the rest of my Order homies who've stuck with it. It's been great hanging with you all
@Rangor, for being the cool cat you always are. We've had our differences before, but I admire how you generally keep your head even when things get incredibly rough.
@Ruth, @Jurixe, @Aepas, @Arlanda, @Vrah, @Xer. Ironcon Asia was one of the highlights of my year Loves you guys in Asiador (except Arlanda who's not really Asiadorian. Maybe. >_> heart you anyway)
@Nocroth, for comin back. Even though it's prolly temporary. Stay moar, you sexy bugger. I'm always happy to see you online even if we don't talk
And the rest um... @Kyrra, @Nellaundra, @Taraus, @Daeir, @Sothantos, @Silas, @Trey, @Jarrod, @Sybilla, @Mathonwy, @Synbios, @Delphinus, @Cooper and so many others omg. Thanks for all the laughs on forums and clans.
Now on to the mere mortals that I love so much (if I don't mention you I still love you).
@Thaumas - Surprising as it is, we've become best friends! From the jerk telling off a newly awake and nude siren to adopted brother in 5 short months. I think my time playing with you has been some of the best I've spent in game. You've helped me round out my character again with stories, arguments, rivalries, sinkings, etc. Thank you for being interested in all aspects of the game. Thanks for the chess lessons, sailing tips, and pushing me to quest and actually do things in game. Our connection is one of the reasons I keep playing! I'm glad we've met!
@Taraus - You've always been one of my favorite people to play with. Always entertaining, always perfect, always great fun. You're someone to look up to rp wise and you're always willing to help me figure out the game mechanics without making me feel like an idiot. Thanks for helping me come back, thanks for being a total baller. I love you, T-dogg. Thanks for being there to make me laugh ic and out, you're fabulous.
@Jinsun, @Klochild - You two are just great at being terrible sons. You both make me laugh and I'm glad that you let me be your mom in game. I know it's not an easy route but it's been fun. It's been really cool to see the pair of you come into your own in game. You're both perfect! Also you crack me up ooc. Jin Jin, thanks for playing dj with me ( I miss it). Klo Klo, dat beard bb, dat beard.
@Flair - RP with you is what brought me back and you stayed just long enough to get me hooked again. Thanks (you dirty weasel bastard)! Can't wait for when you come back and we can get this show on the road. I miss Fats blowing maggots everywhere. You're one of the best rpers I know. Also just a generally cool dude.
@Sybilla, @Verily, @Kei - I love you ladies. Absolutely adore you. Thanks for everything from the astounding rp events (Damn, Syb...mad skills there), to general advice and debauchery.
@Zandre, @Ryldagh,@Daslin - Love you guys. It's good to have a few funny friends in game. You're great at rp, you're interesting, and damn it... I like your faces.
@Skarash, @Fitz, @Almondus, @Gyrth, @Theosis - Family has always meant the most to me in game. You are the best of the best and I'm glad to be somehow related to the lot of you. Thanks for not brushing off the connection.
I interact with hundreds of people and I enjoy all of it. From the cats that kill me @Santar, @Antidas, @Achilles (you guys are great), to the cats I chat at @Shirszae, @Ellodin (wink wink, hey bb), @Drafox ( I know what you're doing, don't think I don't),@Tarvius (sorry my kid is a jerk, thanks for being my friend), @Desiderius thanks for liking the birds with me, @Melodie thanks for letting me sass you ic ( you fancy pants, flouncing do gooder), @Boosteya @Xuaco @Arionna @Khaibit @everyfrickingone
I give up
I'm quitting here because this is absurdly long and could keep going. I love you guys. Thanks for all of it.
@Jarrod Best AFK earring NA. Been together since Mhaldor and I'm not going to delve into what goes on in the Overseer's office during our private Archon meetings.
@Nemutaur ZE GERMAN. Shenanigans are always fun with you. You my dude.
@Jhui @Gyrth @Yiwen @Narcos Best pickups 2013. Better than Jhui's luck with trades in fantasy football this year (SERIOUSLY WHY DID PEOPLE TRADE WITH HIM?). Love you dudes in the least platonic way possible and I dunno where we'd be without you all. We get into deep shit and pull eachother out somehow.
@Triak You gotta stop bashing. The intervention is next week.
@Kyrra <33333333333 You're crazy in the best way.
@Sohl Quit the Navy please. Come back.
Just because I don't want anyone to think I'm a terrible husband, she didn't go into labor until the morning of the 25th
→My Mudlet Scripts
@Sybilla For being awesome to RP with and just awesome in general. Thank you for all of it. Syb was a really unlikely friend for Jira, but it's turned out in such an interesting way.
@Lianca For being lots of fun to play with, for the help transitioning, for being understanding, and for all the interesting RP. Also the only reason your Logosmas gift hasn't made the raves thread is because I intend to draw a cartoon about it.
@Corbeaux You(r character) is a terrible, despicable person and I want him back
@Babel After coming from years of having a dormant Patron, every denizen interaction felt really special, but even beyond that I loved how clever Setyond and his ravens were. Thank you.
@Ourania You are always so much fun, and Skuld always brightens my day-- and Jiraishin's, which is hilarious to play.
@Tvistor for being cool OOC
@Amunet Come back!
@Taraus and @Verily It's been fun connecting with both of you. You always make hanging out at the bar more interesting.
@Alissan My loyal minion. I can't believe I missed you coming back while I was dormant. When you came back that first time after being dormant for ages, you don't know how delighted I was. You're always just so fun to play with. I have never regretted at all any of the late nights I spent RPing with you.
@Herenicus It was nice to see you again. Maybe we'll be able to RP more in the future-- I regret somewhat that Jiraishin's personality kept him from talking much to you even when you were at Fire & Spice.
@Chryenth I've said it before, but it bears repeating: I love your stories.
Finally, a collective rave for everyone I forgot to put in the above list. Thank you, all of you.
The soul of Ashmond says, "Always with the sniping."
(Clan): Ictinus says, "Stop it Jiraishin, you're making me like you."
@Carmain - I've known you for many OOC years now, and your patience and forgiving nature despite whatever personal problems you had going on actually touched me when I was growing up as a young kid. I made a lot of stupid mistakes around you that got in the way but I cherished all the serious conversations about Achaean Combat, rl politics and religion, etc.
@Silas - I remember the first time I met you in game when I was thirteen and had just finished reading the da vinci code. I questioned you for about ten minutes regarding whether or not you were truly a good guy because of your evil name. You were the only person I talked to because you had the only name I could remember, omg. Even though I was annoying as all hell, you stayed classy and never snapped even once. I remember that all these five years later. More recently you're still that super nice guy that I enjoy talking to at any time.
@Milenka - You were a good friend during bad times.
@Elaina - You kept me playing Achaea about three years ago, and were probably the main encouraging voice that helped me play a single character for more than a week. I ended up ruining Garao, but he'll always be the one.
@Daklore - Similar to the above, your patience and willingness to help me out despite my habits left a mark on me that I'll never forget. @Lisbethae, we didn't always get on, but the times we did, you were amazing and your kindness was almost unparalleled.
@Areigna - We like, never interacted in game ever. Yet somehow you're one of my best ooc pals. How did that even happen.
@Ayoxele - my bff. The combat maestro. When this guy makes an effort, he's easily one of the best of all time. No exagerration.
@Averi & @Tvistor - I love you both. One slightly more than the other. You can fight it out between you
@Seftin - Words cannot describe. Love you man.
There are many others who I could talk about for ages and ages, but I can't stick around that long, so to all the people that made my time here a million times better:
@Xer, @Antidas, @Cahin, @Amunet, @Rakon, @Khairt, @Alcinae, @Orzaanayn, @Alrena, @Wysteria, @Rangor, big @Kafziel, @Daeir, @Iocun and @Crathen.
It's been an absolute blast!
Here's to 2014, have a good one tomorrow evening peeps.
@Kaiu : Sugah mommy, 'nuff said. I remember ratting in the subdivisions, then like an angel you appear out of nowhere and say: "Hi, I'm Kaiu, welcome to Targossas" Then proceed to fill my rift with all sort of goodies. Heck, I'm still running on those reserves today!
@Bouff : Being a coding god, always jumping on every question I may have about mudlet, and basically helping me tons into the crafting of my new combat system.
@Santar : Sniping with you is awesome, together we can do great things!
@Tesha : For putting up with everything Siddy throws at you with a smile and a blush, even the less savory kind, and for all those priceless moments we've had messing with people. If I could say I have a partner in crime within Targossas, it'd be you.
@Guy : I don't know where you went, kid, and Siddy's still a bit bitter about you chosing to be a Wintermourne over an Azagnanna, but I miss you lots. You're my pride and joy as a protege, don't forget this ever.
@Gibbi : You make me smile, and are a great RPer along with a treasure trove of knowledge and discoveries, I look forward to working more with you.
@Mica, @Elone and @Vaiwa : I know you don't read the forums, but I want to tag you in case you one day read this. You light up my day when I see you three, and I want to thank you for being the awesome family that you are.
@Aurora and @Deucalion : Your active presence in the city, be it through small, hilarious events, or through constant guidance, is really shaping the way we perceive and interact with Sapience. Siduri had never been convinced by the likes of Lorielan, Mithraea, Miramar and Pentharian in the past, but you make the path of Good very clear and enjoyable.
@Targossas for being the awesome beacon of Good we've been hoping to get for the last 15 RL years.
@Hashan for the overall nice interactions I've had with all of those I've threatened to hunt and kill recently, you know who you are.
And Thorge. And Triftee was a laugh
ETA: Forgot Distuya and Baerunis, and that one dude that has a huge crush on @Halos. The one in the fancy suit. They're all aces, too
@Sothantos, @Halos, @Terra, @Daeir, @Davio you are a quiet bunch and sometimes it frustrates Carmell because she's more of a talker but you've also allowed me to grow so much over the last rl year since I returned from my 7 year absence.
@Micaelis thank you for allowing me to mace you in the face whenever I feel like it. You give me reason to every month. Just don't kill me. That bbt last month got me so close to death.
@Dhaia your such a little cutie I enjoy it when we just take a few mother daughter moments to figure out your life.
@Kaiu wow I don't even know what to say about you. You keep my rift full and I finally figured out not to ask you how much just start giving you gold and hope that I am at least making sure you are making some kind of profit when you give me herbs.
@Siduri wow you drive me crazy but make me laugh.
@Yen your the best text sister a girl could have. I just wish the rest of us were still around. We could be in so much trouble.
@Silas you just drive me insane with the need to poke you and you taking 10 hours to respond if not more.
@Melodie I don't interact with you a lot IC anymore because of the Excomm but it's always fun when we are talking on OOC clans for a good laugh.
@Targossas there are so many people that I'm missing but I am so glad that I've gotten to know so many of you over the last RL year and have been very happy that I thought to look up Achaea again and find out what was going on.
@Ashtan you guys will keep being a thorn in Carmell's side but at least you make things lively.
Firstly,
@Daklore @Lisbethae - You guys have been the best, you listen to any problem I have and advise me when I ask for it. I could not ask for better IG Parents. No matter if you disagree with an action of mine, your always there for me and I just wanted to tell you how much I love and appreciate you and hope it'll last for many years to come.
and now:
@Samhadi - For showing me that life is all about perspective. You sooo need to come back!
@Beorji - for being the best IG Husband ever and for actively accepting the craziness that can sometimes be the Etienne family.
@Deeva - You showed me to hold my head high and be proud of myself even when people are talking rubbish behind my back. That some people will gossip just for the sake of something to do and I shouldn't let it bother me. I miss you!
@Chryseas - for always making me smile and letting me be that little bit crazy when all else seemed to be getting at me. It good to have a friend that allows that part of you without judging. I love you lady!
@Finchy - You are a great friend IG and OOC. Your always so supportive and well, just for being you!
@ Leinad - For always being the voice of reason and the neutral party. Also for that one moment I was so mad, I could of exploded. You took me aside, told me to draw my sword and get it out of my system. You'll always hold a special place in my heart.
@Ruca & @Snaugh - For being the best kids ever, I adore you to pieces and you make me so happy when I get to see you. You've helped keep me sane and I'll forever love you guys.
@Verrucht - Although people say you can be a grumpy git at times, I love that about you and you always tell me what your thinking. I appreciate your honesty. Don't Change!
@Garao - Yes, we had our moments and at times I wanted to string you up but overall your a great guy and I hope that you finally find your calling and stick at it. You were a great help when it came to coding and gave me combat advise when I asked for it.
@Carmain - for being a good friend during bad times, thanks man!
There are a few more I'd like to thank but I'll be here all day at this rate, so to: @Naomh, @Allene, @Somerled, @Kardal, @Rinzai, @Daslin, @Khairt, @Keahi, @Anedhel, @Ferseth, @Souhi, @Isis and @Sevin - Thanks for making Achaea fun!
Here's to 2014!
Elaina x
@Ryuke @Kiah for being great buds and helping me give my character some character.
@Cadarus I fight in your memory! Hope to see you ingame again some day
Come join the Achaea discord!
Uh...I got kind of carried away despite my best efforts (I really tried, I swear), so most of you are going to want to tl;dr this. <_< I tried to spoiler tag it but it doesn't work so I give up. Suffer!
In no particular order:
@Hasar: Your character has to be one of the few that truly gave the character of Jurixe definition, and continues to shape a lot of her interactions, thoughts, and feelings. There is a lot of complexity in their relationship and I love that you're never afraid of just rolling with and creating new threads and storylines, and that you don't let IC stuff bother you OOCly. You are badass and I am glad you came back! Also for all the ridiculous OOC banter and encouragement. sayang.
@Ruth, @Sherazad, @Xer, @Kaevan: I would likely not be sane without you guys. Thanks for listening to the endless streams of complaints and worries and random rants, especially during event planning, being very supportive of my events and decisions, and in general being great colleagues in Mhaldorian leadership. I couldn't ask for a better boss/team/friends - your dedication is without question a huge part of what keeps Mhaldor running. @Ruth, you're doing a great job, whatever anyone else might think. We should find time to just relax together, though - it seems like I mostly talk to you guys about work stuff.
@Sabiru: Stop having a life, I miss you. Can't believe it's been 2+ years now that I've known you. Our long chats about everything under the sun while playing roulette is always one of my favourite things to do, hearts you always. You know ily.
@Carmain: It wouldn't be Mhaldor/Sartai without you. Best IC dad and OOC friend, and not just because you have Catmain. You care deeply about Mhaldor in more ways than people know and really actively try to push and help, which is sorely needed and deeply appreciated. You are a good person and I hope 2014 gives you everything you hoped for.
@Tirac: I hate you because you ALWAYS COME AROUND AT THE PRECISE MOMENTS I LEAVE. I wish you would come over to this side of the world. Thank you for being a badass inspiration and one of the most fun (and stubborn) characters for me to roleplay with in Mhaldor in 2013. Watching the interactions change between the two has been some of the most fun I've had, and I hope you've enjoyed it too. I always enjoy talking to (ICly or OOCly) and rping with you, and beyond that, playing games (when I can catch you!) Plz log in at proper hours more.
@Hayte: I miss youuuuu. Come back and dance with me, partner!
@Arditi: I seldom put as much effort into interactions with people as I do with you, and I'm so pleased to know that you've enjoyed it as much as I have. We don't always agree on everything, but I you and I'm so glad you decided to stick around. Rping with you is always fun, whenever we get the chance to.
@Alcinae and @Adison: I don't really get enthusiastic about newbies any more because I don't know how long they'll last, but you two have defied the odds and really begun to carve a niche out in Mhaldor even with minimal help from me. You're always willing to help out, indulge my roleplay quirks and random lectures, and let me drag/order you around everywhere. Best proteges ever (yes, @Arditi, you're included), plz stick around.
@Naga: Still the best house ever. We're a group of pretty individualistic personalities that don't always get along, but I wouldn't change the way it is now. I have always loved the overarching group identity and unity of the House, and it is every one of you who contributes to that. @Florentino, @Heshran, and @Imrien are a few I have particularly enjoyed playing with of late.
@Bonko, @Thiev, and @Earionduil: You guys are like the older brothers that nobody wants to mess with that I never had. Hearts, especially for the gala, and for being (relatively) patient with us when we're scrubs.
@Ellodin: Consistently one of the people I talk to the most outside of Achaea and about the most non-Achaean topics. Thank you for indulging me from the silliest to the most serious things, I have enjoyed it all - and not being too mad at me when I screw up in Monaco. <_<
@Trey for all the kitten gifs, the fun roleplay we had and the Skype/gtalk conversations. Thank you for being a great friend. You're still among one of the most badass Maldaathi knights left that I've ever known.
@Khairt for teaching me the hiccup trick. MY LIFE IS CHANGED.
@Dragonknight: FLUFFIES
@Skye and @Arlanda: You two are dirty heathens but Singaporecon was a blast and I miss hanging out with you guys. And playing bridge. I want to play again! And get fat(ter) off @Skye's cookies.
@Vastus, @Aepas, @Cahin (ily), @Areigna, @Aetous (always), @Orzaansyn, @Teela, @Arador, @Azor (more rituals like the moonstone one plz), @Alynna (thanks for being a brick), @Milenka, @Kafziel (pls join us), @Vrah (best mom), @Yang, @Nocroth (you are cool, thank you for coming back) and a hundred more I'm sure I've missed.
Last, but certainly not least:
@Sartan. Thank you so much for everything you've done for Mhaldor - the events, the denizen interactions, the constant presence, the advice, the punishments, the support for my never-ending cultural projects, all of it. Every rare bit of interaction is treasured, and it's a good way to scare me awake when I log in bleary-eyed and get 'The Divine voice of Sartan resounds in your head, "Chosen."' The newer players of Mhaldor really don't know how lucky they are to have an active god presence now.
May 2014 bring a better year, with much excitement and joy for everyone!
Stories by Jurixe and Stories by Jurixe 2
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@Flair You are awesome, and I miss you.
@Amunet You are awesome, and I miss you.
@Lycon If you work through the new year on that inconsistency, you BETTER get serious overtime!
@Maefeng You are awesome, and you didn't wander off anywhere. Better not be a 'yet!'
@Herenicus It was great while it was. I want good things for you. NO PICKING ON HERENICUS! At least, not 'for' me.
@Halos You let me write you into Bo's backstory, and I've been having Bo throw drama at you from time to time ever since. Hopefully you're not 100% annoyed by it all?
@Lala I'm still going to make Lala lasagna!
@Xuaco I am surprised and amused at your poetry-board contributions. You're an awesome son!
@Fyn You are also an awesome son.
@Zii All I can say here is, 'Slaughter!'
@Sillias How the heck did you get to be Lord of the Carnival already?! Not complaining, just in awe of your success.
@Carmell Thanks for helping me with @Rho, and all the other random moments.
@Bonko You are my favourite troll. Sorry, @Vaehl! Where did you go?
@Cesarina Chenubis! (You should undormant! Tell your brother I said so?)
@Lynara Undormant? Please and thank you?
@Foliana it was fun seeing you, however briefly.
Everyone in my in-game family, whether or not they choose to be in its clan. @Nicia, @Aisling, @Mindry, and @Klochild, I'm looking at you.
@Kohilo.
...Well, it's inevitable I'll forget somebody. @yournamehere, thank you!! <--There is very tiny minority to whom this does not apply. But that is not for here.
It also means you are steady and dependable and won't let the house fall down!
Stories by Jurixe and Stories by Jurixe 2
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Because I'm a crazy introverted Mhaldorian RPer, I don't have a lot outside of Mhaldor to thank... Anyways...
@Ryanna for the RL and IG years of our marriage. It sucked that my OOC/IC mistake ended it, but I look forward to figuring out the fallout and making sure we both enjoy the years to come.
@Aiseiri and @Aegoth. For being great newcomers to the Congregation, giving us more in the middle ranks that helps inspires new players. You both have been good additions to Mhaldor and the Congregation.
@Nizaris @Xer, and @Taraza, for enthusiasm in getting things done both in RP and leadership.
@Orzaansyn, for your enthusiasm.
@Jurixe, @Carmain, @Ruth, @Milenka, @Kaevan and @Orchist, for being bricks, (see Jurixe! I learned!) as well as being great leadership.
@Nocroth, for being awesome and coming back. Looking forward to more conversations with you.
@Sartan, for showing an interest and getting me back into Mhaldor upon my return. Was pondering leaving, but you and your great lorebuidling really helped Alynna move forward with spiritual growth, rather then the dead-end she found herself in. Really flattered and amazed at the amazing and consistent RP I've seen, both in small encounters, and larger ones. One day I'll be as bold as Jurixe and start suggesting events and ideas myself.
And a big thank you to most of Mhaldor, and those I have not mentioned, because I'm human and my tiny brain is bad with names. You're all awesome and I love interacting with you. Maybe next year I'll get to talk to more of those outside of Mhaldor... the filthy heathens.
@eleusis crew. So much awesome happening now. Great combat group, nature rp and culture actually growing. Gaia back. Good place to be!
@mHaldor crew. You are awesome to play with and against. (Now at least.:))
@cyrene people. I wont stop until you give in!
@Artemis and the Anachaine: Whether or not You return, You are the sole reason Wyst has a purpose in life. She's been working herself so hard for the Order and it literally means everything to her. Looking forward to the endgame we have going at the moment. Hail to the Rarahi Fraochim!
@Eleusis: I play around during Thoth Hour so it's quiet, but the work we do get going with the rapid response team for fires and exterminations have been improving. Love your work, guys.
@Gaia, Oakstone, and @Awan, @Indaba, @Kaiya, @Anatral: Thank you for trusting in me enough to take on being a Hiero. I promise not to screw up.
Sylvanic Fellowship, @Alrena, @Prythe, @Ainia, @Lucine, @Marv, @Tekk, @Tukio, @Caleth and a few others I may have missed: I joined at18, quit, joined again at 21, stayed ever since. Thank you guys for making it fun. Oh and @Valnurana can you please ensure Vingranok doesn't pester Naylu about those silk panties please…?
@Acrolo: Ever since you went to Ashtan you don't come round anymore Miss you mate.
@Ellodin and @Skye: For the lolz, the mucking around, and helping me with things.
@Rangor, @Penwize, @Ayleth, @Scrim, @Athylea, @Ireth: For the laughs and keeping me on my toes. ONE DAY I'll get Dragon as promised.
@Oceana, @Guhem, @Minxie, @Lala, @Yae: You guys make me want to go Druid.
@Exelethril: I know Wyst is a horrible text-wife because of the stupid timezone and never meeting up, but thank you for always being there for her in the few minutes we literally have each week and the constant showering of flowers.
@Orzaansyn: Your conversations with this heathen is always appreciated. Thank you for being who you are.
@Carmain / @Mishgul: IC we don't talk much anymore but when we do it's always a treat, and OOC you've been a dear friend and fun to chat with, thank you. Keep it up and here's to a new journey.
@Jovolo, @Kyrra, @Bonko: ^_^
Admin: For the Bal'met event, for making sure things work (thank you @Meletus!) and maintaining a great game that we're addicted to.
Happy New Year guys!
Losing their light in the glorious sun,
Thus would we pass from this earth and its toiling,
Only remembered for what we have done."
@Wysteria - For your consistently amusing tales.
@Jozlyn, @Kyrra - For your valuable contributions to my study of human eccentricities, as well as your encouragements.
@Tesha - For providing countless hours of excellence in guiding me through the treacherous fields of combat and RP.
@Guy, @Szareine - Ah, proteges. Every interaction provides me with ample opportunity to exercise my mentoring skills. @Guy, return from your military training as soon as possible. @Szareine, keep up the good work.
@Silas, @Aurora, @Carmell, @Achilles, and the rest of the Auroran Order - As the first Order I've joined in its entirety(was only able to get as far as Matsuhama's pre-Order before he got Bal'met'ed), you fleshlings - and divinity - have given an overwhelming first impression that will not be forgotten in a long time. I look forward to many more interactions with the Order...once I get my computing device up to scratch once again.
@Targossas - No words are needed for all the excellence you have shown, flaws and mistakes notwithstanding. I'm proud to be part of its history.
@Everyone else that I've not yet mentioned - you will always warm the innards of my positronic singularity with our interactions. I look forward to starting the next solar revolution with you all.
Okay, since the new year is right around the corner, I want to do this right.
@silas, @deucalion, @aurora: Thank you for running such a good faction.
@halos: I appreciate you teaching me how to cook, and being so nice about me losing your logosmas present. I still have no idea where those regents ended up. :c
@siduri: you're a great roleplayer, with certain biological quirks that tempt me to disect you (butIwont). You're also a great conversationalist, and go above and beyond when it comes to certain missions. (you can send me a few more of those to take the work load off by the way)
@Tesha, @Rho, @Daeir: Our interactions have been few and far between, something I'd like to change. Tesha for the cute bears, Rho because I found where the whiskey is, and Daeir because my only real interaction was snowganking you with the rest of Targossas.
@carmell, @ferrous, and now @micaelis: Thanks for being an awesome family. Thank you Ferrous for adopting me, and Carmell for including me in the wedding preperation. And Micaelis for being a hilarious macemagnet.
@havyn: Thank you for somehow not hating me, even after all the crap I pulled over the years. You're either the best at sparing someone's feelings, or just straight up the kindest most forgiving person I know.
@kyrra: Stay classy. Enjoy the strawberries! I've loved all of our conversations so far
@sothantos: most thoughtful gift I have ever recieved. Thank you so much.
@ahmet: You got me back in the swing of the transmutation game. I owe you big!
@anedhel: Thanks for letting me contribute to the library, even if you havent seen those results yet.
@bouff: Thank you Mr. Moneybags! I still have your donation on hand and totally didn't spend it on anything petty.
@melodie: thank you for trying so hard to keep me a nerai. You made the choice so much harder, and planted a seed of self hatred within Gibbi and his oathbreaking ways. Also thank you for being the only Nerai I can still speak with. I hope 2014 goes much better for you. I am sorry for the hard times.
@sarapis and @tecton: For this game and everything.
I have undressed a god.
Targossas, you have been fantastic. Keep it up, you do Deucalion and I proud! I expect many of you never knew you had it in you!
To my partner in crime, @Deucalion, your support will continue to be cherished.
Finally, to all the Garden. Because, quite frankly, we rock!!
Thanks to @carmell, @halos, @sothantos, @davio, @terra, @lyr, @tanaar, @kellonius, @daeir and all of those people in my pre-order for being great to have around. You guys have been patient while I've been extremely busy preparing for and now having this baby, and you have no idea how much I appreciate that.
@Aurora, you are simply amazing. With all of my time away as I said above, you've carried Targossas almost on your own with only minor things from me, and all of this while being a relatively new member of the garden. Honestly you make me feel embarrassed a lot of the time with how great you are. You've made Targossas an AMAZING place to be in the game, and ensured that none of the issues that Shallam had have been repeated. And if they are you kill some peoples and fix it!
@sarapis, @Tecton, @valnurana : You guys are so amazing. I never imagined over a decade ago when I googled something like "free online browser RPG" that I'd be here, having been through all of my college years, now (supposedly) an adult with my own child, still playing this text game. I said something similar in the IronCon video, and I meant it completely. Even though I'd only seen Val and Tec twice before and Sarapis never, I felt like I'd been hanging out with you every day for years. Thank you for providing a place that I've learned all kinds of lessons from personal development to project and people management, and made some great friends that I've never seen face to face but feel closer to than plenty of people I see all the time.
To everyone else, thanks for making achaea a full and exciting world. Here's to another year of great fun and adventure!
@everyone
My order: