It is with a heavy heart that I share I have been removed from the development and moderation teams. While this decision was not one I made for myself, and there are a lot of unresolved feelings with that, in the end I believe it’s still important to try to just focus on the positive contributions we’ve made together during my time here.
I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to everyone I’ve had the pleasure to work and play with during my time here. Over the years (almost 17! Gods im old), I’ve been fortunate to collaborate with some incredible individuals, both in-game and on staff, and together we’ve built and supported something truly special. Your passion and creativity have always been my driving force, and I am grateful for every shared moment and achievement.
But I gotta say.. for the community to truly thrive in the future, it will be essential to focus on mutual respect, openness, and bridging these divisions that have emerged. There needs to be trust within staff, trust between players, and trust in one another individually. As the player base continues to dwindle, it will be more crucial than ever to come together, to collaborate effectively, and to hold each other accountable without compromising integrity. Open doors, try to accept others' ideas, and find ways to bridge these divides if the community is to flourish once again.
To clear up any confusion, my departure was not influenced by any allegations made against me but by a broader set of circumstances rooted in my commitment to fairness, integrity, and justice. I have always strived to be fair, respectful, and supportive of this community, and I stand by all of my actions as a player, as a dev, and as a moderator. There is a complete record of my moderation and all of my moderation private messages on the forums that reflect this commitment, and anyone that has access should take a look. While I believe that greater transparency would benefit everyone and lead to a deeper understanding, I also recognize that some information will always remain confidential.
As I step away from my official roles, I have also decided to step back from the community entirely. Whether this departure is permanent or temporary, I cannot yet say, but it does somehow feel very final. This is not an easy decision, as this place has been my home for so many years, and I have poured a great deal of my time and energy into it—as a player, as a DM, a member of QC, a moderator, and a developer. However, under the current circumstances, taking a step back seems to be the best, and only, choice for my own peace of mind.
A special thank you goes out to my fellow moderators, who have known and felt the struggle with me and have seen behind the curtain. To the DMs I’ve worked with—so many over the years, but DM Spartacus recently in particular—your dedication and effort have been invaluable. And to the developers who have taught me more in the last two years than I learned in the previous fifteen combined, you’ve made me realize I should have started doing this stuff much sooner: Hakken, Rad, Lux, Lambe, Sel, Ashenie, EasternCheese, Dalo, Ged, Matelener, Nemni, Dae, Rhifox, and Endelyon. Thank you all for your guidance, your patience, and the knowledge you’ve generously shared.
But my deepest gratitude goes out to the players I’ve had the privilege to RP with over the years. I’ve played through many accounts and characters, crossing paths with so many of you (sometimes without you even realizing it), and countless others who have moved on from the community. You all brought your own unique quirks and creativity to our shared experiences, and I will genuinely miss each and every one of you in one form or another. Creating stories that still linger in the server's lore will remain cherished memories. From the old school days and beyond, I have fond memories of the Weave Masters, the OG thieves guild (one of you is still here...), the Wyndsouls, the Harpers, the Silver Shield, the Ebon Blade, and Rocky Creek. I probably even missed a half dozen, but there were some good times. Even as I leave, please remember that tolerance will always be mf treason, and keep flippin those coins to the ol Rocky Creek caravan man for me while I'm gone.
In the end, I believe this community deserves a leadership that truly values fairness, openness, and a commitment to the well-being of all its members. I leave with a genuine hope that this community will find that, and find a way to thrive, grow, and build the trust it so desperately needs. I believe in its potential to overcome these hurdles, and I hope to see it flourish long into the future.
Thank you for your support, your friendship, and the many memories we’ve shared. I wish you all the best, and perhaps our paths will cross again.
TL;DR - peace out homies
Sincerely,
Planehopper (aka Broham2, aka BDobolina, aka a few more
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