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Thundirr
Mercurialis Inc.
Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:32:00 -
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Before the rumors start and the speculation hits CAOD here it is from my own fingers.
Hearts, minds, passions and love all wrapped up into one game, a community of individuals joined in the singular purpose of forging their way into the future.
Wars on a scale that dwarf any other game in existence are common place here in EVE. Alliances forming a population, which rivals the population count of many towns and cities, lead by every day people from all around the world, dominate vast tracts of space. This is EVE.
Since joining EVE, I was named Godparent, I have started and resigned from 4 jobs, I have returned to college 2 times, I have met the girl of my dreams, and I have met some great people from distant countries. We each play EVE for many different reasons, some to dominate in PVP, others to dominate in business, a few for the political intrigue and scandal, and some play for the camaraderie and brotherhood. I play for the latter of those. I play because of my friends and the crazy times we share together.
Looking back I see a long line of events and people who have shaped and formed what that face of EVE is today. Amazingly enough I find myself now involved in those events playing a part in this grand play sharing memories and knowledge that spans almost half a decade.
IAC has been my home for over three and a half years. I have spent countless hours sailing the seas of our drunken space and countless more hours leading this special drunken brotherhood. The monumental challenges IAC has faced and the overwhelming odds we have survived, make me proud to say that I have served as a leader and friend for so long. I am prouder yet of those of you who have stayed loyal and true to their drunken selves and maintained a diligent and careful watch over this brotherhood of pilots.
As is the way of life things must change. Change is the process by which we grow and learn, change is the rugged well trod path to the future, and change is the step that I as a pilot and as a person must go through.
Over the last several months even as far back as the end of last year I was avoiding a change in my personal life that I see now as unavoidable. I love IAC, I love this mistress we call EVE, I love these so much that I have become absorbed by the game, the friends, the camaraderie, the intrigue, and the conflict. I see myself more and more withdrawing from things that must be dealt with in my personal life and focusing more on issues that must be 'sorted out' in EVE.
Change is the thing that I have been avoiding.
I look at IAC now and the IAC of the past. Of course the IAC of the past is the shining golden picture of glory and drunken revelry which, as a leader, I hope you look back to see that your time in IAC is much the same. For me, I see an IAC of hope and promise, one where the possibilities are endless. I see an IAC that is strong and vibrant, one that has survived the tests of fire and turmoil.
We have a strong leader who is dedicated, loyal, and intelligent. We have an executive body that is active and involved. We have a growing capital fleet that is becoming something more then a drunken mob. We have several young and skilled FCs who are growing and learning the ropes. Finally we have you, the pilots of IAC who are maintaining the drunken spirit. Never forget, the bond you share with your fellow pilots is unbreakable only so long as you never lose faith in each other. When times get hard your bond and your friendship matter more then any chunk of space or any ship or pos. Your bonds with one another are what this alliance is.
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Thundirr
Mercurialis Inc.
Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:33:00 -
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This is Thundirr, IAC Fleet Admiral, announcing his retirement from active duty. I will be resigning my active Executive position and handing over all IAC assets currently in my hangers. Control of the IAC dread program will be handed over to Aaron Min, duties and responsibilities with regards to the Fleet Admiral position will undoubtedly be sorted in due time. I will only be logging in to change skills for the next month or so while my accounts expire.
I will stay in IAC until EVE goes under or MINC for some bizarre reason decides to leave. My RL needs some change and to accomplish this I must put EVE where it belongs, which is on hold. I can no longer avoid the change that I have been trying to ignore.
Remember IAC is in your hearts and in your minds. No matter the odds, no matter the place, IAC is the drunken bond we all share.
This is Thundirr Signing off.
Thundirr out.
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Personification
Gallente
Free Press News Agency
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:39:00 -
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1st in a i'm elaving becuase of RL thread!
1st in a its not going well for IAC EMO I quit EvE thread 
can I havs your stufz?
p.s no one cares, we have never heard of you before..
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Iva Soreass
Personal Vendetta
Vendetta Alliance.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:44:00 -
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 Originally by: Personification
p.s no one cares, we have never heard of you before..
Oh god the irony of such a guttless alt.
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Chirinako
Caldari
Destructive Influence
Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:44:00 -
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One of the few guys I had alot of respect for in IAC. Always respectful towards your enemies and always remembered overall that Eve is a game. Gonna be a big loss for IAC ;p
Gl irl and take care.
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Ariko Gunaris
Gallente
Office of Ganking and Commerce
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:51:00 -
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IAC failure cascading after Tyrrax Thorrk was exposed? 
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Seleene
Body Count Inc.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:52:00 -
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Respected you in game. Had a blast meeting you at FanFest. Enjoy the well-deserved break, m8 (because no one ever truly leaves). 
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Tortuga: Lacrimosa - It's still awesome! |
Wierd Beard
Imperium Technologies
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Posted - 2008.05.12 06:59:00 -
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Peace out Thunderwear.  You've been a pleasure to fly against. And here's hoping that whatever r/l is throwing at ya is pleasant and you enjoy success and fun in that endeavor.
P.S. You'll be back. They always come back. 
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Rev Fernie
The Elusive Shadows Club
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Posted - 2008.05.12 07:11:00 -
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Good Luck Thundirr
I know how you feel.
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NightHawk VenGarden
Body Count Inc.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 07:18:00 -
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"Old soldiers never die; they only fade away."
-Gen. Douglas Macarthur
All the best Thundirr.
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Grainsalt
Free-Corp Foundation
Liberty Alliance
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Posted - 2008.05.12 07:18:00 -
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Good luck, sometimes a rest is always needed....
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http://oldforums.eveonline.com/?a=topic&threadID=554257
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Naridos
Caldari
IDLE GUNS
IDLE EMPIRE
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Posted - 2008.05.12 07:23:00 -
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GL Thundrir and I hope that you get everything sorted out in RL. 
Quote:
You Know you play too much Eve when you get into a car crash and you run away as fast as you can so that you don't get podded.
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Spartac0
Destructive Influence
Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2008.05.12 08:12:00 -
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Can I have your stuff?
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Ikarushka
Gallente
Research Deployment Industries
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Posted - 2008.05.12 08:27:00 -
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again with people publicly questioning their ability to have somebody else's stuff. can they handle the stuff if they may have it?
on the subject: enjoy the break, like it was mentioned above - noone ever leaves
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Spartac0
Destructive Influence
Band of Brothers
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Posted - 2008.05.12 08:31:00 -
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Originally by: Ikarushka
again with people publicly questioning their ability to have somebody else's stuff. can they handle the stuff if they may have it?
yes
liaoliao520 > These foreigners killed you! ! Dry your mother! |
Eight Bit
Minmatar
Infinity Enterprises
Odyssey.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 08:34:00 -
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Take care Thundirr! I hope you will accomplish what you're setting out to.
Also, maybe we'll see you again on some fanfest?
On behalve of all pilots in INE who have flown with you, I salute you!
o7
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Gefex
Genco
Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2008.05.12 08:45:00 -
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Originally by: Personification
1st in a i'm elaving becuase of RL thread!
1st in a its not going well for IAC EMO I quit EvE thread
can I havs your stufz?
p.s no one cares, we have never heard of you before..
Did you even read the post? He is stepping down as Fleet Admiral, staying with IAC, and just becoming less active due to RL issues. My god that level of ignorance is just astounding.
I know of no-one who has put so much blood, sweat and tears into IAC for such a long time (except maybe Isayo). Thundirr will always have my endless respect for that, best of luck with RL man.
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Velios
M. Corp
Mostly Harmless
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Posted - 2008.05.12 09:06:00 -
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Reading that, it sounds like some time away from EVE to focus on RL and get some perspective will do you good.
I used to be playing / thinking about EVE all the time and it's not healthy and can be quite damaging to your personal life and your career.
The NEW M.Corp Data Hub - Check it out!
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framolia
The Fated
Odyssey.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 09:53:00 -
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Was always a pleasure to fly with you whilst in IAC and also against you as of late.
Those young FC's have a big challenge ahead now, atleast you are not leaving the game and you can still pass your knowledge to them when needed.
On behalf of The Fated, I wish you all the best.
"My opinions are my own and not of my corp or alliance!" |
mr passie
Minmatar
Purgatorial Janitors Inc.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 09:53:00 -
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Had a blast flying with you, good luck in real life.......but let me warn you, its overrated ;)
I do miss the almost mandatory
"I'll be back"
I'm a reversed paranoid schizophrenic.
I have voices in my head I just think I don't hear them |
Tigerfish Torpedo
Underworld Protection Agency
The Crimson Federation
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Posted - 2008.05.12 09:53:00 -
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IAC have a dread program now?
Tiger
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Space Penguin
Hunters Agency
Firmus Ixion
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Posted - 2008.05.12 10:00:00 -
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Fly safe o7
The Daily FIX
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Afir Heiden
Rage and Terror
Against ALL Authorities
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Posted - 2008.05.12 10:36:00 -
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\o/ a great admiral resigning is always a pity, but reality matters more. Good luck.
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Live fast, die old.
oO i'm a frigate fan! |
GBlock
ShockTroopers
Caeruleum Alliance
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Posted - 2008.05.12 10:45:00 -
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Very nice write up mate.
Good luck wherever your path leads you.
Been nice flying with you in my IAC times ;)
o/
-GBlock |
Mad Ilya
Dragons Of Redemption
Triumvirate.
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Posted - 2008.05.12 10:54:00 -
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My respect for a great guy, was pleasure to fly with back in the day. o7
Best wishes.
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LaVista Vista
Conservative Shenanigans Party
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Posted - 2008.05.12 10:54:00 -
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It was always a joy flying with you
Take care in real lief.
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sp4rk1e
Killson Corp
Interstellar Alcohol Conglomerate
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Posted - 2008.05.12 10:57:00 -
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07
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Jordan Musgrat
Convergent
Firmus Ixion
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Posted - 2008.05.12 11:21:00 -
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Take care in RL Thundirr, of all the people in this game, you're one of a very few that have gained my deep respect. Do well in RL, I know you will :)
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elchief
Dark Knights of Deneb
Against ALL Authorities
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Posted - 2008.05.12 15:26:00 -
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gluck thundirr.. i remember the good ole days of iac too :) i dont think iac has ever been more fun than when we first moved to catch and took g7. Enjoy RL mate its good you know when to step back before burning out. cya in space ;)
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Anton Marx
Caldari
Warhamsters
Against ALL Authorities
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Posted - 2008.05.12 15:41:00 -
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Farewell Thundirr!
I will never forget the times we spent in #IACF discussing the state of affairs and making plans on defending FAT and 25s from the GBC.
You supported me when I was growing as an FC. You were always IAC's mentor. You were the person, hundreds of IAC pilots would follow anywhere on the map.
You are now leaving IAC with an incredibly hard choice for your replacement, if there can ever be one.
o7
[WAR.H] Anton Marx |
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