A wild ride cut short!
Due to declining health, I've taken the decision to prematurely roll Vasyrin. To describe the last year-or-so playing Vasyrin as fun would be the understatement of the century. It's been great RPing with the amazing players of the UD and Surface alike. From the interpersonal plotlines to the overarching war, I only have good things to say about my time, experience and interactions both above and below. This is why I've chosen to pen down a kudos to characters and individuals that have impacted both me and Vasyrin throughout the latter's stay in Andunor. I'd like to apologise ahead of time if I've forgotten anyone. There's been so many good experiences that I'll probably be missing a few.
I'll begin with a kudos to the Admin Team and the DM Team for being supportive and helpful throughout my stay. A special kudos for Twohand, Titania, Honey and Herald - for being willing to listen to my ideas, humour them, and generally enhance the madness that was Vasyrin's undertakings throughout her reign.
Next, a huge, massive kudos to House Auvryndar. Chaverin, Baeriina, Livia, Harkon, Draghorvir, Jhul'ara, Saverin, Ilmryn, Lohenlin, Vieszar, Zhilviir, T'risfalee, Nervhil'ar, Drozen, Malynrae, Syndril, Aunrae, Ilpharis, Ilphrin, Ur'laonar, Rauva, Anasva, Vahl, Evul'luin, Venissil, Xveven. You're all amazing players with great, deep, interesting and awesome characters bearing plenty to offer. Whether full-blooded members, retainers, slaves or house friends/employees, you've contributed massively to the storylines that defined Vasyrin, her reign and her War on the Light. I could have never asked for a better roster and I'm thankful to you all for having joined me on this wild ride. A special double-kudos to the players as House Auvryndar never had OOC channels of communication, like a discord server. Everything had to be organised IC, and that takes a certain measure of dedication and patience to pull off, so kudos to you!
A big kudos to the Sharps - from Argon, to Roffin, to Myryn, and everyone in-between. The Table went from being an enemy of the Sharps, to its domineering rival, and finally its strongest ally. Each Tyrant/Tharchion of the Sharps brought a different kind of RP and flavour, all united by their richness and depth. A special kudos to Roffin and Myryn, both characters that have shared roughly the same timeline. Interacting with the pair of you has been nothing short of a blast, from the personal aspect of it all the way into the greater, political narrative. You've both set the greatest example of what the Sharps can achieve when it supplements its warlike culture with a great desire for RP, the creation and nurturing of storylines, and inclusivity for all kinds of evil.
A kudos to Greyport and the Iron Citadel. Lilith and Johnathan - you two are staples of Andunor. You've been around for as long as I've played Arelith and I look forward to meeting you with future characters and endeavours. A special kudos to Johnathan for RPing a very interesting character that's always full of surprises and intrigue. I'll always (and fondly) remember Vasyrin and Johnathan's adventures across the Underdark and the Surface. Next, a big kudos to Akorae and her entourage. Superb RP, superb take on the Ilythiiri religious divide/war. You're a shining example of how to wage a war without necessarily resorting to unending PvP and I commend you for it. The friendship/rivalry Akorae and Vasyrin enjoyed was a blast from start to finish. Likewise, a kudos to Elona and Iebrol for the fun rivalry while that lasted.
A huge kudos to houses Xun'viir and Z'ress. Faeris, Balok, Vizzyr and Wanre in particular. Amazing and deep characters in their own rights, bearing the legacy of their respective houses, each a plethora of years old! Faeris is the perfect Frethian/Lolthian. The depth of the character is only rivalled by the friendliness of the player. I'm thankful to have experienced Faeris through the lens of Vasyrin. You're a perfect example of how RP should be conducted; it's a story written and shared by many, and never a competition! Likewise, a big kudos to the Shadowclaw - especially Valks and Arachne - for being inclusive, supportive and very friendly in spite of their seniority for what concerns Andunorian politics.
Last but not least, a big kudos to the Surface/Light. Brogendenstein, Myon and Cordor in particular. I thoroughly enjoyed Vasyrin's encounters with Snorri, as well as Gabriel, Rosette and Thomas. Amazing RP. It was lots of fun delving into the philosophy/psychology of evil with Snorri and Gabriel, and likewise a joy to join Thomas in on some careful Cordor-to-Table politicking. The bit of RP with Myon's Elora was also a great deal of fun. I hope that the War on the Light has created as many storylines for you, as it has for us!
I'm certain I've missed a few names and factions, and I'd like to apologise in advance for that! It is my sincere hope that I've been able to give back to the community as much as I've received from it. Until next we meet, and;
Lloth tlu malla.
