My farewell

Wow...so I got the message while I was out of town, and generally out of touch with the game. Complete kick to the gut.

I’ll never forget things like:
- Running 10 months of Rikti Ship Raids with Global Shift.
- Running 33 minute STF’s when STF was the gold standard.
- Creating memorable characters and storylines with my friends.
- Being part of a great community.

Granted, I don't play all the time like I used to, but I'd be remiss if I didn't at least thank a lot of people that I've run into along the way. Some of these people will probably never see this, and I'm sure I'll accidentally exclude a couple (sorry!!)...but this is just the way I like to do things.

So...here we go. And for the record, I hope to keep in touch with everyone on here.

Articblade, Blade-1, Brimstone Bruce, capjtkirk, Chrysalis, Escher, E.Normus, Jimmy Vine (Go Steelers!), Khelben, kissable, mcmackie, Ridgid, Speed Trap, Summer Heat, SS., Static Blizzard, Gristlebone and Pimpstress Bambi – Always great running with you all. Lots of great teaming!!

3Deviant/3Diva – Wow. It was trippy watching you come into the server quietly, and hit the ground running.

Beer Pig – That guy sucks!!! It was awesome running with the Night Shift. Now get in SG mode!

Blitz Auggen – You put up with a lot of Penguins/Steelers crap from me. You’re an aces guy, and as honest as they come.

Bold Garlic – Always reliable. Always with kind (or snarky) words. Was glad to meet you in person!

Chad GulzowMan – Dude…just a guy who likes to have fun, and always great to run with you. And seriously, even though the “Black Scorpion Incident” was a little rough at the time, you took all the crap we gave you in stride. And we did give you crap. But that’s why we’re friends!!

cozmic – What can I say? You’re coz. Always will be. However, I’ll never forget the “I think a bullet just came through my window” episode. And I still can’t hear Pet Shop Boys and wonder if you’re having a good day.

Crazy Badger – You are enthusiasm personified. Glad we discovered a challenge we have in common. Always was great talking over that with you!

EagleEyez/StarrShyne – Although we’ve only recently met, you’ve both been great to me, and picking up some of my slack when I’d go underground for a bit.

Kirjath – Although I doubt you’ll ever see this, you were one of the first people that made me laugh till my guts hurt, and made me realize how fun this community could be.

Lady Gale – You gave me my first SG home. You were always kind and helpful to the community at large. You will always rock in my book.

Master Charge – Man, I’m glad we met up here. Funny as all get out, and I loved talking about anything with you!

Raith – I can count on one hand the times you logged on and didn’t at least say hello.

Roderick – Holy geeze man. Seriously. Where the hell do I start and end with you?? I’ll say you would come up with some really off the wall stuff. Always enjoyed it!!

Teh Hippeh – I always loved running on things with you. Another person that made me laugh a lot in here.

Tharkhaad – Another person I just enjoyed running with and had great teams with. Lots of great commentary and enjoyed talking family with you!

Work Ethic – Part of the original Global Shift crew. Lots of great contributions! Always liked how you related to us.

Ryxx and Elegost – You guys are in a class of your own. From Monster pulling, to speed runs, to just sheer fits of inspired insanity…you guys broke the mold. And Ele, you always get a special recognition for coming up with Valdy – whether it was intentional or not (as the story goes, it was a complete accident)!

Madame Pistacio – Kind of odd how long we’ve actually known each other. Back from the very first days I came on and started running Hamidons. I remember the first thing I thought was, “Oh…a toon with a ‘Madame’ name. Neato!” And then they started sprouting up like wildfire. I don’t know if some people realize how much work you put into this community.

Major Blahga – I was always happy to talk on the side. You’re one hell of a character. I liked that you always said what was on your mind.

Masque – The one and only. You brought a lot to this game. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with you during downtime. I missed running with you the day you left.

Vivace – The Red Wings will always suck. Sorry, had to say it. Although we catch up now and again, I truly am thankful to have gotten a friendship from you.

Zerlina – My New York sister in snark! From meeting at Dragon*Con to just general everyday teaming and chatter, you’ve always got a place in my heart.

Hamster – THE Hamster. THE man. Always with kind and encouraging words for me. Always willing to help. Always willing to lead. By far, one of the truest people I’ve met here. We have to meet up IRL someday.

Warchicken – From day one, I knew you were someone I’d be friends with for a long time. Because you’re clucking nuts. I remember after teaming with you for the first time, I turned to GypsyWitch and we just both said something to the effect of “Yeah, that guy is a keeper. We GOTTA team with him more often.” You’ve been a hell of a supporter.

SadysCHICK – Wait…you’re a guy?? Honestly, I don’t remember how we ended up getting to be such great friends. But I’m glad we did. I’m always thrilled for Dragon*Con because I get to hang out with you a bit every year. And the fact that we bust on each other always brings a smile to my face.

Fyre Knight – Another person who I can trust with anything. Driving home is so much better when I get to chat with you on the phone. You’ve welcomed me into your home, you’ve welcomed me into your life, and I’m eternally grateful for that.

Eric Nelson – Screw you.

Eric Nelson – Ok, not really. If I had to pick a second older brother (because I have one) you’re it. And I do mean older. I mean, dude…you’re old. And all that bluster and crap that I throw at you is because I do truly respect you. And you always ground me when I go a little apepoopie.

Celerity – Where would I ever be in this game, and in life without you? You are one of the most helpful and genuine people I’ve met. And I don’t mean in this game. I mean period. You ran with me, you led things, you organized things, you did a lot more in this game than more people will ever know. You stuck up for me when things went lousy, and wanted none of the credit when things went right. I’ll never be able to think of Belle without thinking of Celerity (and Zoe). Thank you for being in, and staying in my life.

GypsyWitch – Well, obviously you know everything I think. Maybe since you’re sitting next to me as I write all this. But to everyone else – if it weren’t for GypsyWitch, I wouldn’t know any of you. I was in a very bad spot in life, and Gypsy gently prodded me into giving the game a shot. Mainly since I always said I HATED MMO’s, and why the hell would I ever pay for a game every month?

Well, it gave me an outlet to try and recover from some things. And it helped me get myself back together. And it gave me someone who would stick by me through anything. And I can’t be more thankful.

In conclusion, I’m really truly sad to see this game go. It was always there when I needed a short escape from the daily doldrums and let me get some creative ideas going.
And while I’m sad that there’s won’t be a “live” representation of Madame Belle, Tysperax, Vhaasen, Techno Logic and countless others, the company can never take them away from my mind, my heart and my thoughts.

If you’re going to try and kill off my characters, I’d like to see you come and try to take them from me. They’re mine and always will be.

I’ll miss seeing you all on a daily basis. If you want to keep in touch with me, send me a PM.

Valdy

ive been on victory for 6 years and nobody seems to remember me lol

jk, gonna miss you valdy, was always nice to run the random tfs with you

Stay classy and stay in touch --- until the future!

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"At what point do we say, 'You're mucking with our myths'?" - Harlan Ellison

Seems some ppl don´t believe in our fight for the game.

I wont say any good buys until its 10000000000 % game is going down.

until then , I am playing as hard as before