Frequencyz Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 (edited) It is with a heavy heart. and great sadness that I announce my retirement from SWTOR. These last few years have been an adventure...I've taken a few breaks...Been in a few guilds...done a couple warzones with a few of you...and every step of the way has been a wonderful magical experience. I'm not quitting because of any poor development choices by Bioware...or any intragame feud, or even because I'm bored....I'm quitting because If I don't do it now, I never will. This game....more so than any, keeps drawing me back. Despite its shortfalls the PvP is just so addicting....maybe not the gameplay itself, but the sense of community....everyone knows everyone, and it makes for a wonderfully exciting time....albeit with the unwanted side effect of ego inflation.....I've lost my passion, I've stopped caring, and I've become a sloppy washed up version of myself because of it. I've seen the rise and fall of great empires, and great people...I was here for the churbs, and the fatedds, and the gardensoflight. I was there for every up and down The Shadowlands ever faced.....I've had deep meaningful conversations with every manner of lover, and hater, right here on these very forums....and I will cherish those memories forever. I'd like to take some time to recognize a few standouts that have helped shape me as a player......recognition isn't something I usually give, unless it's towards TheSauce....but only because that's justly deserved. To all the people in Spacebar Heroes and TGO (only original gangster TGO members know why they get mentioned in my eulogy), especially Azmodyus and Sylphine. (honorable mention to Kletian, for being bad) To any and all surviving Sith Meditation Sphere players, I appreciate the pain you went through on a daily basis, If I was a better man I would chalk up the money to pay for extensive counseling for all of you.....sadly, you will have to make due with a heartfelt apology for any abuse I may have put you through, sexual or otherwise. To Physics...for being a team, at least for a little bit....and for teaching me the most valuable lesson of all. Something I think would help a few people here immensely, as it’s helped me, is realizing that you are NOT the best....realize that you can always get better...strive for perfection and don’t accept anything but. The moment you become complacent...the moment winning becomes a fact, and not the goal, is the moment you hit your ceiling....I'm personally not a big fan of ceilings. To Skillmatic...for teaching me how not to lead a guild. To reginlief, and sometimes viper, for the late night talks...you were part of the few that were looking forward...you recognized progress had to be made, and you made it happen, I respect you more than most of the people in this game reginlief...you're the best....My only regret was not being there for you....we were best bros, and I abandoned you..... and in your quest for power you lost a part of yourself...your humility...the soft spoken big hearted country boy I had fallen in love with, came back a fast talkin, fire spittin, city slicker....and it broke my heart....in the homoest of ways. to Heliopolis the torch is passed....may it guide the shadowlands safely through the howling dark....that they may one day see the light. This gift was always meant to be bestowed unto you...the most deserving. May your enemies fall upon your divine blades for many years to come....I know you're pretty much retired, but perhaps this torch might be used to rekindle your passion for bloodshed. To Infinite Darkness....for breaking up the monotony that was ranked pvp, we fell apart at the end there, but some of the best games of my life were had against you ***********.....dat 2 point novare coast....somnax choking at huttball...a single tear rolls down my cheek as I type this....beautiful... to kft, nisses randy guild, and I guess inferno....for existing? and to all the baddies....so many of you...terrible terrible people ....and most importantly...To the past and present crew of Death Smile....the people with whom I take my little adventure to an end...I was a bit hesitant at first, seeing a rag tag band of what was effectively WOOK players that I used to beat up on, plus a malrak. It was definitely not an attractive proposition at first. I joined with the notion that it would be a stepping stone...a layover, a rest stop, something along those lines. I stayed when I realized these people had everything Physics didn't....they were never on top, so they hadn't grown complacent, they had the drive and motivation to push themselves in the face of adversity, rather than crumble before it. They were elitist, because they had to be. It started off a sloppy, disorganized mess, but after some house keeping (we used american cleaning ladies) the core group eventually evolved into, in my opinion (for whatever that's worth) the best ranked team this server has ever seen.....they carried my noob *** to the lofty perch of 3100 pre season rating, which I only mention because my subconscious urges me to self servingly endorse my own elitism (it was also the highest on the server, I win, you all lose) Sadly I must admit, I fear a good portion of what made them great has been lost.....that the higher altitudes of that lofty perch may have deprived a few players of oxygen...and of passion. Competitive PvP in its current form, is but a shadow of its former self, and I fear it might only get worse as time passes. and finally to Spurs...for being a great leader, an exceptional player, and an amazing friend. Your constant drive to push everyone past their limits is what made everything we did possible. You pulled me back into a game I had forsaken....helped me learn to enjoy it again. A good portion of DS seemed to go the way of the Dinosaur when they took away 8v8's....and for that I would like to observe a moment of silence for our fallen comrades. For all the rest, I could go on and on about how much I love or hate you....and I probably should, because it would make the ensuing chaos that much more enjoyable, but I won't.....because I lack the will to carry on....I just don't care anymore...my only regret is that unsubbing will deny me the ability to school you all in forum pvp. I expect you all to properly mourn the loss of one of the greats, pop bottles, bang models, all that good stuff. I also expect the ensuing power vacuum on the forums in the coming weeks from me vacating my giant dick to entertain for months to come. You're welcome and with that, shadowlands, I bit you adieu How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. - Thomas Meehan Stay classy, Frequencyz Edited March 12, 2014 by Frequencyz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smuldro Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 rip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rambeezy Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Sucks to see the best go. =( Its too bad we only teamed up once, in a civil war, where we 2 man face rolled snow. I will always remember that 1 time; so thank you and take care in your endeavors outside swtor. Deuces! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countpopeula Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 (edited) Tl; dr Edited March 9, 2014 by countpopeula Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowsNIte Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Been a fun ride Freq since those early days on Sith Med. Good luck in your future endeavors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoldFire Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 It is with a heavy heart. and great sadness that I announce my retirement from SWTOR. These last few years have been an adventure...I've taken a few breaks...Been in a few guilds...done a couple warzones with a few of you...and every step of the way has been a wonderful magical experience. I'm not quitting because of any poor development choices by Bioware...or any intragame feud, or even because I'm bored....I'm quitting because If I don't do it now, I never will. This game....more so than any, keeps drawing me back. Despite its shortfalls the PvP is just so addicting....maybe not the gameplay itself, but the sense of community....everyone knows everyone, and it makes for a wonderfully exciting time....albeit with the unwanted side effect of ego inflation.....I've lost my passion, I've stopped caring, and I've become a sloppy washed up version of myself because of it. I've seen the rise and fall of great empires, and great people...I was here for the churbs, and the fatedds, and the gardensoflight. I was there for every up and down The Shadowlands ever faced.....I've had deep meaningful conversations with every manner of lover, and hater, right here on these very forums....and I will cherish those memories forever. I'd like to take some time to recognize a few standouts that have helped shape me as a player......recognition isn't something I usually give, unless it's towards TheSauce....but only because that's justly deserved. To all the people in Spacebar Heroes and TGO (only original gangster TGO members know why they get mentioned in my eulogy), especially Azmodyus and Sylphine. (honorable mention to Kletian, for being bad) To any and all surviving Sith Meditation Sphere players, I appreciate the pain you went through on a daily basis, If I was a better man I would chalk up the money to pay for extensive counseling for all of you.....sadly, you will have to make due with a heartfelt apology for any abuse I may have put you through, sexual or otherwise. To Physics...for being a team, at least for a little bit....and for teaching me the most valuable lesson of all. Something I think would help a few people here immensely, as it’s helped me, is realizing that you are NOT the best....realize that you can always get better...strive for perfection and don’t accept anything but. The moment you become complacent...the moment winning becomes a fact, and not the goal, is the moment you hit your ceiling....I'm personally not a big fan of ceilings. To Skillmatic...for teaching me how not to lead a guild. To reginlief, and sometimes viper, for the late night talks...you were part of the few that were looking forward...you recognized progress had to be made, and you made it happen....My only regret was not being there for you reg....we were best bros, and I abandoned you..... and in your quest for power you lost a part of yourself...your humility...the soft spoken big hearted country boy I had fallen in love with, came back a fast talkin, fire spittin, city slicker....and it broke my heart....in the homoest of ways. to Heliopolis the torch is passed....may it guide the shadowlands safely through the howling dark....that they may one day see the light. This gift was always meant to be bestowed unto you...the most deserving. May your enemies fall upon your divine blades for many years to come....I know you're pretty much retired, but perhaps this torch might be used to rekindle your passion for bloodshed. To Infinite Darkness....for breaking up the monotony that was ranked pvp, we fell apart at the end there, but some of the best games of my life were had against you ***********.....dat 2 point novare coast....somnax choking at huttball...a single tear rolls down my cheek as I type this....beautiful... to kft, nisses randy guild, and I guess inferno....for existing? and to all the baddies....so many of you...terrible terrible people ....and most importantly...To the past and present crew of Death Smile....the people with whom I take my little adventure to an end...I was a bit hesitant at first, seeing a rag tag band of what was effectively WOOK players that I used to beat up on, plus a malrak. It was definitely not an attractive proposition at first. I joined with the notion that it would be a stepping stone...a layover, a rest stop, something along those lines. I stayed when I realized these people had everything Physics didn't....they were never on top, so they hadn't grown complacent, they had the drive and motivation to push themselves in the face of adversity, rather than crumble before it. They were elitist, because they had to be. It started off a sloppy, disorganized mess, but after some house keeping (we used american cleaning ladies) the core group eventually evolved into, in my opinion (for whatever that's worth) the best ranked team this server has ever seen.....they carried my noob *** to the lofty perch of 3100 pre season rating, which I only mention because my subconscious urges me to self servingly endorse my own elitism (it was also the highest on the server, I win, you all lose) Sadly I must admit, I fear a good portion of what made them great has been lost.....that the higher altitudes of that lofty perch may have deprived a few players of oxygen...and of passion. Competitive PvP in its current form, is but a shadow of its former self, and I fear it might only get worse as time passes. and finally to Spurs...for being a great leader, an exceptional player, and an amazing friend. Your constant drive to push everyone past their limits is what made everything we did possible. You pulled me back into a game I had forsaken....helped me learn to enjoy it again. A good portion of DS seemed to go the way of the Dinosaur when they took away 8v8's....and for that I would like to observe a moment of silence for our fallen comrades. For all the rest, I could go on and on about how much I love or hate you....and I probably should, because it would make the ensuing chaos that much more enjoyable, but I won't.....because I lack the will to carry on....I just don't care anymore...my only regret is that unsubbing will deny me the ability to school you all in forum pvp. I expect you all to properly mourn the loss of one of the greats, pop bottles, bang models, all that good stuff. I also expect the ensuing power vacuum on the forums in the coming weeks from me vacating my giant dick to entertain for months to come. You're welcome and with that, shadowlands, I bit you adieu How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. - Thomas Meehan Stay classy, Frequencyz You will always be in my heart xoxo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyarraKyndheart Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Sadness encompasses the server with the retirement of another great pvp'er. You will be missed but not forgotten. Good journeys to you and may you never stop seeking and finding new adventures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyrannisWP Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Thesause is no more:( :( :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlyWoods Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Rip TheSauce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smuldro Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Thesause is no more:( :( :( Iracis and Lifting shall be the next Thesauce!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthVengeant Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) doesnt matter Edited March 11, 2014 by DarthVengeant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkillon Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 everyone knows what I have to say... rip in peace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PianoMatt Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I wish you well Frequency,. You've always been someone I enjoy bumping into and were one of the first people to help inform me about the changes to pvp when I logged in after taking a year off. Thank you for that and thank you for always treating me kindly. May the force (and sparkle powder) be with you. ~Gay~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jherad Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I'm in love with that first post. This is the yardstick by which all 'I quit' posts should be measured. Take care Freq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OMGitsCHARLIE Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) rip in peace rest in peace in peace :confused: Take care freq, but do stop by our mumble and chat. Edited March 10, 2014 by OMGitsCHARLIE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick_S Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 It's been great playing with you...and mostly against you The Best part about playing against you was that i know the match was going to be interesting, and that I had something to learn. Oh and can I haz your stuff and by stuff i mean TheSauce of course Good travels Man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParagonAX Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) Peace out bro.... but as we all know no1 quits swtor.... only take extended breaks :rak_03::rak_03: Edited March 10, 2014 by ParagonAX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeRRR Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Freq has been a pillar of the PVP community on this server. This is a loss to all Shadowlandians, big and small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterFryman Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 See you on the other side!!! P.S. - It's very rarely about the game, it's about who you play with in the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smuldro Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) And people should care about you quitting because? You needed to write a dissertation on you quitting because? Because Freq unlike you is a great man who conquered foes far and wide and wasnt a whiny ***** on the forums who was too scared to post his toons name..... also freq is a excellent player, has our respect, and will be missed. Edited March 10, 2014 by smuldro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domatron Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I like everything about this post except the quitting part. Who will patrol our forums now, keeping them safe from bads and brits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamikrazy Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I like everything about this post except the quitting part. Who will patrol our forums now, keeping them safe from bads and brits? BW Community Support obviously. Keep up the great work, we haven't had a thread deleted in a long time! Too long, IMO... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dage Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Didn't play with or against you enough Freq, but my backside remembers every encounter we've had You will be missed. BW Community Support obviously. Keep up the great work, we haven't had a thread deleted in a long time! Too long, IMO... Challenge accepted...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domatron Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 BW Community Support obviously. Keep up the great work, we haven't had a thread deleted in a long time! Too long, IMO... I challenge you to get oldsnakes unintelligible gibberish deleted. I like this thread though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthVengeant Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) doesnt matter Edited March 11, 2014 by DarthVengeant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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