Beren
Retired Orphan
Passionate Whm
Memories burned deep into my heart.
Posts: 1,851 
|
Post by Beren on Apr 3, 2005 13:45:40 GMT -5
Ruukmeister,
I've always feared that something like that would happen to me or someone close to me and it disappoints me that this game isn't set up better to prevent such happenings. That is a lot of investment lost on a material level. I do agree with Tempus that this is not a reason to quit the game. In situations like this, its a time to grow stronger and continue with your head held high. Now, if this is an "out" or a "final straw" then I see your side of things. While I say I am here and I still log on once a week or so, I've not actually played and interacted with everyone in three months. I don't really call it quitting, but just focusing on other aspects of my life. The biggest issue is that to be successful in FFXI, you must invent A LOT of time in your life to the game. I can't do that right now, because I am trying to build a career and start a new life in a new city. I feel justified in my actions of not playing lately and, who knows, maybe this is my way of having the "out" to just say "I quit" as well . . . without you and Krazi . . . I just don't want you to think back in three months and wonder why you quit for that particular reason. If you feel like it is your time then so be it. I just don't want you to regret and I want every memory of this game to be a good one all the way to the end. All of this is for Krazi as well, although if my rl friends were to quit this game I understand the notion of wanting to quit as well. Good luck guys on your journey no matter where it takes you. Maybe all our paths will cross again.
|
|
Ruuk
Retired Orphan
EO's Main Event!
Durka durka~!plg%%SMN merits...I hope%%
Posts: 3,357
|
Post by Ruuk on Apr 3, 2005 19:06:29 GMT -5
Earlier this morning around 4am I logged just to give the game a try. Instantly, I was sick to my stomach just like Thursday afternoon. I know now that if I am to return to FF it will take time. With that said, I believe the best medicine for me at this moment is to step away from the game and enjoy life's adventures for awhile. If I decide to call it quits after my time away, so be it. If I come back to FF, sweet. Every now and then I'll stop in to say hello. Until then, take care.
|
|
|
|
Post by flyingsnow on Apr 3, 2005 22:55:59 GMT -5
i believe that is the best decision to make, nick. i had to do the same thing. although, you probably won't have to do anything as drastic as switching servers, but when you come back to friends all cheering you on and truly caring for you and your well-being, you will know that it is all worthwhile again. that being said, i'm really glad that you won't be leaving. as aegnor said, we really look up to you and i know that it truly won't be the same without you or krazi. just give it time. your wounds will heal and your pride will be restored. and to be honest, you already have so much to be proud of - a group full of friends who love you and want you to have only the best in life and who are all willing to do just about anything to make you feel worth it again. i know that irl and in game i can't say that i have accomplished that feat. we'll miss you, but you'll be around. and even if you aren't leveling or questing or whatever, just to hop on and say hi and feel the love we all so readily give to one another is enough to make it worth coming back once in a while....
|
|
|
|
Post by mirowr on Apr 3, 2005 23:03:37 GMT -5
I don't think any of us could put it any better than snow already has..
|
|
Siltauk
Retired Orphan
plg%%Ninja%%
Posts: 682
|
Post by Siltauk on Apr 7, 2005 13:38:58 GMT -5
I don't think any of us could put it any better than snow already has.. very well put... |
|
Itachisasuke
Marauder
Loyal Homicidal Maniac
Cynicism is humor in ill healthplg%%Marauder%%
Posts: 2,114
|
Post by Itachisasuke on Apr 7, 2005 14:31:41 GMT -5
miruuk we all appreciate and support you in your decision and as snow states we will always be cheering you on dude. Have your adventures and come tell us about them ^^
|
|
Ruuk
Retired Orphan
EO's Main Event!
Durka durka~!plg%%SMN merits...I hope%%
Posts: 3,357
|
Post by Ruuk on Apr 9, 2005 16:23:45 GMT -5
Earlier this morning I felt like logging on just for shits and giggles. I really had no particular reason to log on other than to say hi and maybe craft depending which day it was. The Orphans and I bs'd around for awhile. I spent most of the time just looking at the AH and checking people's bazaars. Before logging out, I remembered my delivery box has been neglected for the past few days (not really sure). So.... I checked it.... I'm not sure why or how... Maybe he grew a conscious or found his lost spine.... Perhaps it was all an elaborate joke someone was pulling... Or he bragged about his recent finacial gains to someone who knows me... Regardless of why the change in heart, my stolen money was returned in full to my Delivery box.  Good news, yes? I believe so... The cash doesnt change what has happened. I will continue to hold hatred for the shittier type of people playing this game. I'm having difficulty writing this post because of what happened this morning. It's not excitement or relief I feel right now. I'm more shocked and confused than anything else. I guess the most obvious question is will I be coming back to FF? The answer is no, not right away. I believe a break is still the best medicine for me. At some point I will make a return to the game, perhaps I can be as dedicated (fancy word for addicted) as I once was... perhaps not. Time will tell... peace out gang. |
|
Krazi
Soldier
I bleed green
A wise lady told me that animation is an artists way of expressing his understanding of the world.
Posts: 4,055
|
Post by Krazi on Apr 9, 2005 16:48:19 GMT -5
Great for the gillies dude. I have no idea what to say. But a break for you is what you need. As for me I will probably pop in periodically for a while and fizzle out. But if your ass is back in then like you said. Only time will tell. Seeing as how your money loss affected me in no way other than to reinforce the stupid shit that goes on in this game. You leaving is a good one, but none of that changes any of the shit that has bothered me and pissed me off about this game for the past month. So w/e.. End rant.
|
|
|
|
Post by kristallis on Apr 9, 2005 16:51:09 GMT -5
Hun that is good news. For whatever reason, a true ass and slimeball came through and did the right thing. There is still hope to be found in the mass known as humanity. Take your break, but don't go forever. *HUGS*
|
|
|
|
Post by Jonathan on Apr 9, 2005 17:14:31 GMT -5
Ya at least you can reclaim what was lost. Like I said to you over ls chat, take as long as a break as you want. As long as I know that you're coming back -eventually- at -some point- no matter how long, that's really cool to hear. As for Krazi, I guess there isn't much which can be done or said and perhaps nothing should be said. You seemed to be balancing FF and irl well, but if you quit then I guess in your mind you think you could have done a better job. I can only hope that you somehow find a better balance, but if you don't, I think you at least have a good reason to quit. Something tells me that one way or another we'll at least be seeing you around  |
|
Itachisasuke
Marauder
Loyal Homicidal Maniac
Cynicism is humor in ill healthplg%%Marauder%%
Posts: 2,114
|
Post by Itachisasuke on Apr 10, 2005 10:55:30 GMT -5
Ruukster that is great news bro but i understand that a break for you under that kind of stressful situation is needed and well deserved. As i stated in Krazi's thread knowing that you will be coming back eventually drives me to keep playing and partaking in the wonderful [EO] family that we have. Great to hear your staying and during your time off take a little vacation from us but keep in the back of your head that we're here for you through thick and thin and anytime u need some1 to talk to i'm here for both you and Krazi. In closing though super glad to here you have reclaimed your belongings from that scumball bastard  I still wanna MPK him like 50 times though  Nice to here the news though bro and glad to here your gonna stick with the family ^^ |
|
Ruuk
Retired Orphan
EO's Main Event!
Durka durka~!plg%%SMN merits...I hope%%
Posts: 3,357
|
Post by Ruuk on Apr 10, 2005 18:21:51 GMT -5
Stahn and I were chatting today and he brought up a good point. He told me about the recent posts he's left on KI concerning the bullshit that went down. I'm not sure what exactly he posted nor do I have a link to it but I understand the bulk of what he had to say. He is trying to expose whoever is pulling these shady acts. Perhaps chat has spread far enough for him to read what's being discussed. Let's face it, an end game character labeled as a "thief" has no chance of continuing in this game. Maybe he felt the heat and decided to fix what had been done. Idk, just a thought...
|
|
|
|
Post by Markus on Apr 10, 2005 20:26:20 GMT -5
|
|
Ruuk
Retired Orphan
EO's Main Event!
Durka durka~!plg%%SMN merits...I hope%%
Posts: 3,357
|
Post by Ruuk on Apr 11, 2005 15:21:29 GMT -5
*grumble*rabble*rabble*grumble*
I hate my work's firewall. I can't bring up that link.
|
|
|
|
Post by lockejv on Apr 11, 2005 15:50:46 GMT -5
Damn - I can't believe you got your gil back. What was the name of the char that sent it to you? That's just crazy. In an anonymous world there are no consequences for your actions...just delete the character and move on, nobody will ever know.
Did you complain to SE? Could they have contacted that person? Maybe whoever it was got wind of your reputation, and felt bad.
Well - congrats! Hope to see you in game soon ^^
|
|
I still wanna MPK him like 50 times though 
