Dear Citizens

[xepphir 353]

[!] a parchment would be delivered throughout the Dual Principalities of Fenn and Nor’Asath and beyond

 

“Dear Citizens,

I, Zirath Talhoffer R’Ikarth, am pained to announce my departure, after decades, from my position of Prince of Nor’Asath and Prince of Mali’Ker.

 

Throughout these decades I’ve exponentially grown not only as a leader but as a person.

I was simply born from a humble family of hunters and throughout my life i did not only participate in the founding of Stygian Hollow under the wing of Vival Velulaei'onn but i founded my own clan, the Clan R’Ikarth,  in honor of my mother Rielle R’Enar,

I even became Archon of Stygian Hollow, suddenly and unexpectedly entrusted with Vival’s duty after his passing, and brought most of the Mali’Ker under the same city once again with the founding of Nor’Asath as I welcomed them all under my own wing as Prince of Mali’Ker alongside our Fennic allies.

 

I now approach my first century of life and I would never have foreseen such a future back when I left my simple life of a hunter in the countryside.

I must admit that I was inexperienced, young and naive in my first years of leadership, but thanks to my Clan’s and Kin’s support I was able to become a respectable leader and Mali’Ker.

I’ve learnt that leadership skills must be refined like many other arts, years of error and trial, self growth and challenges are needed to truly shine.

I now speak to all Mali, my kin, my citizens, my soldiers, if you ever aspire to lead your kin you must know that this is a path full of sacrifices, hard decisions, challenges and trials, such as life, you must begin such path with a strong soul and mind as it can truly consume you if walked on it the wrong way and never, never walk alone.

 

I’ve had no other option but to abdicate as Prince due to my declining mental and physical health, I shall retire and instead focus on leading my Clan, my own family, legacy and heritage for the time being as I believe Nor’Asath deserves a better Leader.

Although I shall not leave Nor’Asath, as I still have projects to accomplish within these walls.

 

I announce my trusted Halerir, Netseth Loa’Chil, as the new Prince of Nor’Asath and new Prince of Mali’Ker, he shall bring forth the unity of the Mali’Ker by stepping onto my now former throne.

I wish all the best for Netseth as I am sure he will be a wonderful and refreshing leader for our thriving community.

 

My kin, my citizens, my soldiers these were tedious but many fond memories were forged and shaped like a refined blade and I hope you will have fond memories of my ages upon this throne too,

I still have much more to say but words are not enough to express it all,

Aheran for staying by my side”

 

Zirath Talhoffer R’Ikarth R’enar

Now former Prince and founder of Nor’Asath and Prince of Mali’Ker

former Archon, Grand Veneur and co-founder of Stygian Hollow

Clan Leader and Father of Clan R’Ikarth

the sun shone, and yet the crow took off and flew away to a new horizon

 

ooc:

 

Spoiler

 

(Disclaimer: I am bad with words, bear with me)

 

Holy shit this was a journey

Back in October, near the end of October to be precise, I not only made the first irl year milestone on LOTC but I was chosen as the new archon of Stygian Hollow.

I was inexperienced, young and very naive and now that I look back I just think that I could have done better, no, I should have done better.

I built most of Stygian Hollow back then, I was only a builder for the city then was accepted in the council, and I was inexperienced in building big projects, let’s just say Stygian was a hell to navigate and role-play into because of MY mistakes and inexperience and I’m sorry for that.

I was left with a community that was thought long gone, when I stepped up I was left with nothing, not many believed I could do anything with Stygian nor that I could bring people back in.

I got many people that told me I couldn’t do anything, many people, even close friends, went behind my back and told how incapable I was.

I was left with a rough start, not many high hopes, but back then I was strong willed and I wanted to prove these people wrong and especially leave something for a new leader to come in without having to struggle once again.

But hey, look how far I’ve gone, not only did I bring people back in Stygian but I even made many accomplishments and even gave a new city for the dark elves that was finally under an elven leadership.

The build is one of my proudest projects and I cannot thank enough all the builders that took part in it and helped me. After Stygian Hollow I knew what was good and what was not good in a build, it was pretty much the proof of how I grew throughout the months.

 

Although many try to change my mind, I still think I was not a good leader, I was not present among you all as I should have been and when hard decisions came my way I always stumbled, I simply do not feel like a capable leader.

I was not made to be a leader, nor do I think I was or will ever be fit for such position, I am just too sentimental, too insecure and too gentle.

I should have been harsher with some people, i should have had a stronger character.

I just hope I accomplished my main goal: giving the dark elven community a strong base to build back up again.

The main purpose of Nor’Asath was this, building a strong pillar for the new leaders and players to rebuild a strong community on.

 

Lately I have been absent as I have exams approaching, school is stressing me out and I’m sure it will be like this until exams finally arrive.

My mental health has never been stable and the pressure from school and leadership combined didn’t help me recover, slowly LOTC transformed itself from a place I found comfort in into something that just worsened my conditions.

I was hesitant, I didn’t want to leave my position because I still have much to do, I thought I would ruin everything after my struggles and progress, I didn’t want people to remember me as someone that just left when a leading figure was needed the most.

Although friends did make me notice how I was slowly tearing myself up with all of this, so I came to the conclusion that it is not better only for me but for the community itself to have a more stable and capable leader.

I did my best until now and I hope you do not forget all the progress we accomplished together, do not let all of this go to waste.

I am very sad to leave, but this is for the best.

 

As I say this I trust @ColonelKuehl1 once again to be leader, as he did and still does a lot alongside me for the community, I simply think that this is the best option for all of us.

 

Don’t come to me with the argument “it’s just mineman” yes the game might be a block game but I want you to consider that the people you interact and play with are real people with emotions, problems, stories and lives so building a community that keeps people engaged and interested is not easy and after all, I am a person too.

Before I became leader I thought it was easy, I asked to myself why leaders left their positions even when everything was going greatly. Oh my was I wrong, keeping a community active is not only tedious but stressing and tiring but I must admit that I had lots of fun.

I do have to say that lately LOTC has been... disappointing to say the least... but we shall not stain this post with negativity as it is meant to be a positive goodbye to you all! I’ll keep my mouth shut (unless I want this post to be taken down!)

 

To be honest I feel quite lost as of now, but I am sure I will find something to do. Thanks to this year and a half on LOTC I’ve met people that I consider truly my friends, that helped me in every way shape or form and that were by my side when things got rough.

I especially thank @Monkee for giving us the chance to to grow once again,

I give many thanks to like the council that remained by my side all this time and the citizens that support us.

I give lots of hugs to @Phersades (yes you, **** you<3), @HIGH_FIRE and @Robin01_boy (you are two motherfuckers, you deserve slaps and lots of love), @PrinceJose270 (we have known each other for a short time but you helped me a lot), @Disklexia (haha.... ) and ofc @Kumoko600 (would be dead without you) and @Jagdkatzchen (ROOMBLIN!)

 

I will take some time off LOTC (probably? Yes, no? Idk) but I’ll be around, just less often

 if you wanna talk, play, roleplay dm me.

I’m sure I won’t be missed, not that much, just don’t forget that I existed at some point…

 

[HIGH_FIRE 5490]

Aesar would look to his father with a smile "I am very proud of everything you did for our people" He would then offer him a hug @xepphir

[satin 7600]

ChildTea inclined his head in a rare show of respect. An honourable person.. I hope the rest of their life is spent well. 

[The Media Wizard 2958]

A sad smile comes to the elf's lips. "Aspects guide you, old friend."

[Monkee 7369]

A solemn smile crosses Vytrek's lips at the announcement - for he had grown to know Zirath not only as the Prince of the Mali'ker and a favorable political partner, but as a friend. 'A well-earned retirement,' he concludes.

 

Spoiler

You've been awesome kuro, and should be proud of what you've done for the Dark Elven community. I envy that you've put Nor'asath in a place where you can choose to step down. Don't be a stranger!

 

[FunOnTheBun 67]

[Minuvas 3193]

[A large Flagon of Rum would be sent to Zirath with an attached note]

 

"You've done a great deal for the Mali , cousin. A rest well earned. Clan R'ikarth remains a special place in the hearts of the Melphestaus family and the people of Ebonwood. We shall never forget the generosity of Stygian Hollow and the kinship of the clan. May you tend to a life of peace and free from the traumas of the day. 

 

-Min

[Buffsanta 961]

Ziraths far away bro reads the missive with a grand sigh

"Well...it has been a good time for you young R'ikarth. Your legacy runs deep in the roots of the ker. Never forget that"

[Old Man Roleplay 380]

An ancient yet young again half-orc sighs "Ah ain't no elf, buh ah'd like to meet ya there... We've nevah been related, buh we'd always be a famileh. Ah'll keep an eye on wee Akalonn, yer grandzon" 

[Tulan 443]

"Truly three steps forward and two steps backwards, with Netseth as our new Prince." Ruathar sighed as the news of the resignation, confined to the comfort of his home which might soon be replaced with another due to recent events. "He lacks the understanding for ker of all walks of life, a sad day for the mali'ker."