A fond farewell

[Gael]

Well, I've put it off as long as I can, but it's time for me to bid you all farewell.
I held off until now because I had a lot of things I wanted to do with the friends I've made and the friends I've had for a while in the linkshell. Even though I never really was very keen on the idea of EO becoming an HNM shell, I know everyone else wanted it, and I wanted to see them all happy in the group's ventures.
I know it sounds sappy, but I never expected my first god hunt to be here, let alone anywhere; I never thought I'd be killing gods. I was thinking about it the other night; the last time we fought Genbu, we took him down in what I thought was great time. I still remember how crazy the first fight we had with him was. It was like a half hour long, wasn't it? Something nuts, and even though my group only saw about six or seven minutes of action I still enjoyed it. I enjoyed it because it was good seeing my old friends happy.
I remember joining this shell the first time, barely in my 40's, and immediately making friends with Broken and Snow, Jon, and a few other people that are no longer with the shell. I remember partying with Snow, Broken and Gladius down in Quicksand Caves; hell, I even remember Tempus "MPKing" Broken in Crawlers Nest.
I also remember more or less being forced to leave by someone who didn't have their facts (or their head, for that matter) straight. I never wanted to, and I should have seen the road that person was on back then -- it would have saved some close friends of mine a lot of suffering. And when I came back after several months, I was welcomed back like nothing had ever happened at all.

This time, though, it is of my own will. I'm not leaving out of anger, or disappointment, or any of that. I'm leaving because I made a promise to a friend that I care very much about, and you all know how I am with promises.
Just wanted to say a few parting words to some people before I wrap this up.

Haya -- those random parties you would set up and invite me to rocked, man. You're easily one of the best ninjas I've partied with in the 70's, and I hope the parties don't stop.

Jon -- You've got to be the most patient person in the world, dude. Anytime I had to rant about something, or I had something on my mind, you'd listen with the patience of a saint. I really appreciate it, and I appreciate how good of a friend you've been.

Broken and Snow -- Ahh, my irreplacable and inseparable Taru tag team of chaos. It's always been a blast doing things with you, and I'm sorry we never got to win Riverne #A01. I'll be leveling Ninja again soon, and if you guys still want, I'd be happy to do CoP with you. Hell, anything you need, or even if you just want to chat, you know how to reach me.

Destro -- For whatever arguments/disagreements/fuck you's we had before, just wanted you to know I'm sorry.

Lance and Gatsu -- I'm trusting you guys to keep kicking ass, okay? I'm gonna have someone check up on you every once in a while, and if you're not still beating ass I'm gonna slap ya! ;P j/k, guys. Seriously, you two are great. Way better than I ever could be. Keep it up and make 'em proud.

Markus -- Sorry for all the times I pestered you with random /tells, I know you're assaulted with them every time you're on. I just want to thank you for everything.

Panther and Chaucer -- You two both know how to find me, so if you ever want to party or even just chat, come hunt me down. I'll be happy to do whatever with you. You two are like my real family to me, and I hope you continue to rock it hardcore. And don't stop owning people, Panther. ;P

Everyone else -- Thank you for tolerating me. I know I'm not exactly pleasant a lot of the time, and you guys still treating me like a friend means a lot. You guys really are cool, I want you to know that.

Well, that's about it from me... sorry about the long-ass post >_> I just had a lot to say, I guess...
Good luck in sky, good luck on the ground, good luck going for sea and such. Please do keep in touch; my AIM is listed on this site, as is my email and anything else you'd need to contact me.

(To my fellow Sinfonians in the house)
HAIL PHI!
HAIL MU!
HAIL ALPHA!
HELL YEAH!

Take care, everyone. I'll see you in Vana'diel.

[estara]

I only knew you a short time Gael, but you're a really cool guy and I'll miss you.

*hug* good luck and have fun with your lady

[mirowr]

Hey man,

It was nice having you along for the ride while it lasted, keep up with the adventuring and don't forget to stop by the forums and say hi from time to time.

Keep it real!

+m

[isabo]

/goodbye Gael. You will be missed.

I first met you when you were taking your first break from EO and we had a pretty awesome party in the tree, especially since there were only four of us. I never really got to hang out with you much after that but I was happy to see that you found your way back to EO. At least you have kept the friendships that mean a lot to you and I wish you the best of luck in the future.

[Markus]

All things considered, I thought it would of come a lot sooner. Must of been a hard decision to make, but I think I understand. As far as the /tells go, I really didnt mind. You never caused any problems or drama. Nothing wrong with chatting or answering questions. All in all a very good member. W/e LS you end up in will be gaining an asset.

Best of luck to you in game and in real life!

[Itachisasuke]

best of luck to you dude stay in touch

[alanthiana]

*hugs* Good luck with everything, Gael...I miss you ;-;

[Jonathan]

I almost shed a tear /farewell Gael, I sincerely wish you good luck, and we're still here for ya if you need anything.

[batteryacid]

Sorry to hear you are leaving Gael, We had a couple great parties together, hopefully we will run into each other at some point and catch up a bit. Good luck in your FF Adventures as well as your RL adventures. Hopefully your friend realizes the sacrifice you are making.

[flyingsnow]

i'm not going to type out my feelings because you aren't leaving for good, just the ls. i'll miss you, but much like last time you left, i know we'll keep in touch. good luck where ever you decide to call home next. much <3!

[chaucer]

gael said:

Panther and Chaucer -- You two both know how to find me, so if you ever want to party or even just chat, come hunt me down. I'll be happy to do whatever with you. You two are like my real family to me, and I hope you continue to rock it hardcore. And don't stop owning people, Panther. ;P

How dare u group me with that crazy woman
I am so dead....
take care Gael...we had fun and we are both here for u if u need us to talk to.