Retired from FFXI

I have retired from FFXI for a number of reasons, the most prominant being lack of enjoyment of the actual content itself in end game. Several drama issues contributed to my decision to leave FF completely, however I think those involved have pushed their "side" of the story on enough people that I'm already the bad guy no matter what the truth of things are in this situation. I won't get into the details since few people are willing to take my word over Zylia's.

To CK- I loved you guys. You were the only reason I played and I would have given anything to see you all succeed. Many of you don't realize the extent to which I sacrificed irl for this team, and unfortunately that's probably how it will stay. Recent circumstances/people drove me away from the game sooner than I had expected, and unfortunately those involved have changed many opinions of me as a result of how things appeared to those who could not see what was going on behind closed doors. I accept the fact that I failed CK, however, and wish the new team nothing but the best. I know Moriarti and Pauge to be good players with the ability to step up and lead a team as it should be, and hopefully they can guide the new team back to where they were and beyond.

To non CK people I left without saying goodbye to- I'll miss you all. I had logged in to say goodbye to the team I loved as well as some close personal friends but was chased off the game by another one of Zylia's dramatic tirades and therefore did not get the opportunity to wish some people well. My AIM is Atrott02 for anyone who wants to stay in touch.

For those interested, I am playing Vanguard: Saga of Heroes now. I have started a guild on the Thunderaxe server under the name "Validus". This is a different kind of game, and as such, rules and regulations for this guild are geared towards the "hardcore" kind of players. The atmosphere here eliminates people like Zylia who thrive off the drama they create and thus Vanguard is a more entertaining place to play. In a game like Vanguard, I am able to implement leadership tactics I was unable to use in FFXI due to the content design and lack of "hardcore" dedication as a result of casual gaming. I am excited about the opportunity Vanguard provides for me to once again enjoy MMO gaming at the level I missed playing at with FFXI.

If anyone has any interest in vanguard and in particular Validus guild, visit www.validusguild.info to apply and/or ask any questions you may have. "Soft" players who can't take strict instruction or meet required raid hours need not apply, as outlined in our charter.

Farewell FFXI. This blog (if I continue to use it at all) will be geared towards Vanguard progression from here on out. Sorry things ended on such a sour note and best of luck to everyone I still care about over there in Vana'diel.

- The Ranka, Former Leader of the Greatest Linkshell there ever was