Sorcerio 4588 Popular Post Share Posted August 6, 2021 I’d never imagined myself writing one of these, but I suppose it’d be a bit unfair to many people if I simply vanished without a word. Besides, real life circumstances seldom respect the lack of foresight, so I suppose it is only fitting of me to play the fool. I remember when I had first joined LOTC some three-odd years ago. It was everything I’d hoped for and more: an open platform where I could meld my creative mind with my love for a simple block game. I still fondly recall waiting until the end of every school day where I could rush home and log on to experience the vast and vibrant world of Atlas, immersed fully at the crossroads of Belvitz. From a bright-eyed new player desperate for a taste of magic and fantasy, to an active and experienced member of this community, it would seem I’ve gone through my LOTC arc surprisingly fast in the meagre span of three years. Nevertheless, every encounter and experience all added up rather profoundly in the end, helping me to grow in ways I could not have imagined. On the matter of why I am leaving, or at least stepping back for a while; as much as I love writing lore, it is a rather draining process, and once you are committed to building the world of LOTC, there’s no turning back. Unfortunately, it’s a lot less engaging to participate in a world where all its secrets and mysteries are already known. Still, I was more than willing to take on that responsibility, knowing fully well what it might entail. Very much to the warnings of my friends I have, in short, burnt myself out. If the poor in-game presence and infrequent discord activity weren’t proof enough, I’ve been slowly shedding my ties to LOTC, continuously pushing off projects to the next day until it has amounted into one great tower of work. It eventually grew into too much, and I realized it was time for me to be fully transparent regarding my absence. But just because I am taking my leave does not mean I have given up hope on the server, far from it fact. I still believe that the server is set on a track to succeed especially under the recent administration. What we have built here together is unlike anything found in any sort of storybook or fairytale. Sure, it’s no “happy-ever-after” and there are surely improvements to be made, but for the collaborative project it is, it has succeeded in what it was designed to be. I only hope more players can recognize the same. If there’s one thing I’ve learned during my time on LOTC, it’s that LOTC is not fun because staff make it fun, but because of player initiative. We can only give you the tools with which to build, but it’s up to you to actually build it - to mould something with your own hands and to truly make it your own. There may be times when it's difficult, and no one is promising it’s gonna be easy. But taking a look at how those who enjoy the server, and those that don’t, interact with other players, I think it's fair to say that taking initiative pays off far more than waiting for someone else to take it for you. With that said, I wish you all a very fond farewell. I’ll probably check in from time to time, and maybe I’ll even make a return at some point, though for now it seems like I have other matters to which I must dedicate myself. I wish to especially thank those who have stuck with me throughout my time on LOTC and tenure on staff, especially the other ST. I’ll still be around on discord if you want to reach me (pundimonium#9142). I’m always around just to chat or chill out! I hope that, if I ever come back, the server will have grown even more, perhaps to the point where I'll even feel like a new player again. Good luck and take care, LOTC. 84 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhased 3586 Share Posted August 6, 2021 see you in a week or two brother 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xx_BloodStalk_xX 2104 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Keep in touch man, the memories of us running around back in Ves will always be special 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archipelego 2092 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Bro literally come be in a ******* minecraft video, you'll realize how much more fun that stuff can be than lotc. Good luck with your break Also Atlas was the worst map ever created 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
venclair 688 Share Posted August 6, 2021 play jackbox with the family ovr the weekend muah 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTri 347 Share Posted August 6, 2021 (edited) love you bro. great music choice btw we've all been through this cycle before-- everybody needs breaks because the server is definitely exhausting. so, i hope that if/when u return you'll be able to engage with the server in a more healthy fashion. Edited August 6, 2021 by TheTri 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBox 3191 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Take it easy my man 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwistedFries 426 Share Posted August 6, 2021 We didn't talk much after Atlas and I'm not sure if you ever remember me, but I just wanted to say that it was fun to RP with you and that one character 0-0 Can't remember their name but I think they were a mage or something. Well wish you the best of luck going forward! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeteorDragon 2705 Share Posted August 6, 2021 A shame we stopped talking all that time ago, though it was fun when we hung out together. I'll always cherish the days of Belvitz and the rp we had. Your legacy will always remain in my signature as the guy who Conjured Sonic the Hedgehog during Myst's wedding Spoiler Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Werew0lf 11729 Share Posted August 6, 2021 we still gonna discord rp?? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
audyush 746 Share Posted August 6, 2021 This looks like a PK post LOL Nah but all jokes aside, be sure to visit the family for thanksgiving 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Security_ 1073 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Even though we haven’t had too many interactions, I wish you the best out there man. You’re one of the good ones 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melpomenne 1551 Share Posted August 6, 2021 27 minutes ago, venclair said: play jackbox with the family ovr the weekend muah pls we miss u pund!!! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HurferDurfer1 2580 Share Posted August 6, 2021 y0ou are a- okay in my book bud, stay safe, make good choices, good luck 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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