[AMA] 11 Years later.

[Toddbringer 159]

You can see the title, you know what it means. I've pondered doing one of these for years, but I decided it can't be the worst idea to toss another log on the pile. I've a cumulative time of ~11-12 years on this server, and have been involved in RP more than half the years I've been alive. If you're nice, I might answer about that too. Thank you to all of those who've been a part of these narrative experiences thus far, and especially those whom I've managed to find remember me- it's been equally humbling and enriching to hear from those amongst you who've enjoyed what I've had to offer. Much love. 

[____Spectral____ 168]

How has the server changed from your point of view in those 11 years, from then to now, and what changes do you like and dislike?

[Panashea 3327]

why are orcs the best

[Toddbringer 159]

11 hours ago, ____Spectral____ said:

How has the server changed from your point of view in those 11 years, from then to now, and what changes do you like and dislike?

It was almost a lifetime ago now, at least it feels like. RP was more 'pure' and organic, there was no discord so the way people run nations and communities now was far more involved and different- something I much prefer. Only small gatherings via Skype, and I did hear Teamspeak was popular. Races had different stats for a time, there was also this plugin for brewing alcohol  Builds were more simplistic, in many ways, put people got creative with the block selections. Early on, magic seemed fairly sparse, so what few times I managed to encounter things were very special. Oddly enough, the more things change, the more they stay the same. Though, I do find myself wanting to be less involved with the current way of engaging OOCly with so many things, and letting RP be lead by RP. And I would definitely like my brewing plugin back, that was neat.
 

3 hours ago, Panashea said:

why are orcs the best

Some of the greatest times I had on the server- thanks for picking me up from Oren. I cant remember who did that, but the guy who brought me to the Fratblarg kept smashing his head on the ground to read the blood. I don't even know if he was a Haruspex, he might've just been nuts.

[Smmer 2441]

can u do the drakeshaker

[Toddbringer 159]

6 hours ago, Smmer said:

can u do the drakeshaker

For 5.99 a month

[Bethinwonderland 2213]

What keeps you going after being here for so long?

[Toddbringer 159]

18 hours ago, Bethinwonderland said:

What keeps you going after being here for so long?

Something between an addiction, nostalgia, and a community like no other. Flaws are great and many, though the platform itself has been a host to so many experiences, ideas and stories I'd never have been able to conjure on my own. As a narrative device, to which I see LOTC at its core, I feel the platform has much to offer the individual. When you accept how small you are, what one single character is, you suddenly find your influence in so many places. Maybe beneath all the rose tint, the cracks and the grime, I feel a semblance of pride in seeing what effect I've had, hearing how I've influenced others with my writing, with my own narrative- being as much a part of their story as they are in mine. That's something truly special.

Also, sometimes people tell me to come back, and when shit's already hitting the fan, the "**** it we ball" is a strong pull. Thus, here I am again.