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I would like to take this opportunity to announce my retirement as a Moderator and as a Player on this wonderful site, effective immediately.

As you know, I've been a member of this site since December 2002. I joined after graduating from high school and am now in my second year at university. I can safely say that much of what I have learned here will stay in my mind much longer than anything a lecturer might teach me. Unfortunately, there comes a time when everyone has to move on and this is it for me.

As well as the usual excuses of "needing to focus on my studies" and "real life must take precedence", I'm also in the early stages of a new relationship - and that is going to become the focus of much (if not absolutely all) of my spare time outside of the classroom. Before anyone tries to use this as an example of NS as a dating game - I knew her reasonably well before I joined and she's never had an account here. So there :P .

I've honestly had a blast here, even when involved in really draining pieces of modding - such as dealing with serial griefers or those who constantly argue a point in the face of the facts. I won't go as far as to say that I'd recommend Modding to anyone, but hopefully it's turned me into something more of the person I'll eventually become. Failing that, at least it's a fun experience to look back on.

Do I have any regrets? Well, I guess I do. By the time I knew exactly what "good RP" was, I was a Mod and never had enough time to RP properly - despite creating several puppets with which to do so (and no, I won't tell you who they were, most of them were just plain embarrassing). As a result, I never really got the chance to "get to know" some of you as players - instead having to treat you in a slightly more dispassionate way as a Mod.
But then again, if we didn't regret our actions or inactions, we just wouldn't be humans.

If there's one piece of advice I could impart, it would have to be that we Mods are human, no matter what you might sometimes think. It might look like sucking up to post a thread saying "Thanks for the quick response about the griefing here", but when you read threads and telegrams constantly saying things like "Why aren't the rules enforced fairly?", "Why was my nation called NudeNaziSexFiends deleted? I only had a swastika on my flag!" and so on, you really do think highly of the one person who stops to thank you.
Nobody's perfect - not even those of us who moderate the game - and I shudder to think what this place would be like if computers did the Modding, so if I could somehow convince you all to remember that next time you're posting, then I'd consider my job done.

Anyway, I'm beginning to ramble and I'm certain I'll hear violin music soon if I don't stop. For those of you who want to stay in touch, my Email address is s4055885 (at) student.uq.edu.au. Send to that and it'll get to me quickly. You might want to put your nation name in the subject line, since "Greg T Deat" isn't necessarily a name I'll be familiar with. I promise I don't spam, if you're worried about that.

So, until next we meet

Good luck
Bonne Chance
Viel Glück
İyi şanslar

Harry Kriewaldt
AKA Enodia

Hmm. I'd like to say something eloquent and insightful, and worthy of your memory, but I just can't come across the right words. So I guess I'll just say Au Revoir, and good luck in all your endeavors. Hopefully you'll come to your senses and rejoin us in the future. :D

"Old generals never die, they just fade away."

I didn't know you as well as I know some of the other mods, but I'll never forget the one time I saw you make threats of bodily harm against a user (the NS2 fake-site dude). The UN will never be the same again. :cry:

Oh, Hell.

Now I'll have to do UN Proposal sweeps.

Kidding aside, we had some good times. I'll always remember back before I was modded and we helped stop the National Stalinist griefer. I'll miss you, and I can only wish you the best. Should you wish to come back, we'll have your spot ready and waiting.

Take care,

Hack

"Old generals never die, they just fade away."

I didn't know you as well as I know some of the other mods, but I'll never forget the one time I saw you make threats of bodily harm against a user (the NS2 fake-site dude). The UN will never be the same again. :cry:

Haha! I remember that!

By the way, I found the words. Check out "The Final Temple to Enodia" in Forum 7.

Hi Enodia, I'm John Marat. You may remember me as the inner light that shone as Albion Soviets' UN spokesperson, but like you, I have also retired. Well, actually, as you may know I'm a fugitive and if AS ever catches me, they tell me that they'll hurl me into space with Cilla Black and Dale Winton. :| Anyway, I'm here to share in the glow and to wish you will in all that you do. May your inner child be happy in the play pen of your soul and may you remotions run as free as the wild ostritch.
I've been John Marat, you've been truly wonderful,

Thanks as always, for listening.

http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/john_marat.jpg

*bonks head on keyboard*

not another one!

a new victim of real life..
sad but true..

good luck to ya ;)

I don't get it? Why is everybody leaving? :?

Not another one! :cry:

Enodia, you've always been one of my favorite mods, and a true asset to our region. We're definitely going to miss your cogent, never-tiring attempts at rebutting the freepers in our region, and your attempts on the UN proposal list have been nothing short of heroic. Suffice it to say that I'll be avoiding delegacies like the plague from now on.

:cry:

I don't get it? Why is everybody leaving? :?

I was thinking the same thing; it's starting to feel like an end of an era on NS, the wars aren't quite as epic, the alliances seem to be stagnating and the life of a defender, while still noble, doesn't have quite the joy it once had...maybe i'm just getting old! :twisted:

I don't get it? Why is everybody leaving? :?

I was thinking the same thing; it's starting to feel like an end of an era on NS, the wars aren't quite as epic, the alliances seem to be stagnating and the life of a defender, while still noble, doesn't have quite the joy it once had...maybe i'm just getting old! :twisted:

Getting old is one reason. I'm playing this game for one year now, and I still find new things to explore. Just for me, the mods have to stay! I'm still exploring the edges. There is some real deleting to do, guys! Don't leave now. I was just about to grieve Hell, and now the mods are retiring. You can't do that to me! I'm not done spamming yet :twisted:

I don't get it? Why is everybody leaving? :?

Some people seem to think that things were better during the pre-Mod era. Just to spite them and show them that they're wrong, were going to phase that in slowly and then measure how long it takes for people to start begging for the Mods to com back.

--The Jovial States of Cogitation
"Laugh about it for a moment."
NationStates Self-Proclaimed Court Jester

If you quit, can you at least tell us who Max is here?

j/k

Vaarwel

Some people seem to think that things were better during the pre-Mod era. Just to spite them and show them that they're wrong, were going to phase that in slowly and then measure how long it takes for people to start begging for the Mods to com back.



You forgot the smilie.
Hey, I'm already begging. Why is everbody ignoring me? :?

Enodia, you will be missed! Best wishes in all!

Some people seem to think that things were better during the pre-Mod era. Just to spite them and show them that they're wrong, were going to phase that in slowly and then measure how long it takes for people to start begging for the Mods to com back.



You forgot the smilie.
Hey, I'm already begging. Why is everbody ignoring me? :?

Good Luck

Nobody is ignoring you, :) but you have to wonder who will be replacing you both, which would we very hard as you did a great job. :D

:cry: Sniff goodbye, you were one of my favorite moderators, your nation name was the nearest to mine. Good luck in everything.

http://www.halhigdon.com/rundogsrun/dogart/goodbye.jpg

from
Enerica
Timothy

Wow another mod retires. :cry:


See you later Enodia :cry:

I know we never actually communicated in the past, but I wish you the best of luck in the future, whatever you decide to do :)

Good Luck!

*Salutes*

I loved how you handeled all of the situations I've seen you take on. I appreciated your entusiasm in the UN, between UN proposal sweeps and helpful threads the the UN forum.

Good luck with your relationship, school, and life.

-Brandon
TROUSRS player

I really liked the way you handled things; no rhetoric or venom, just keeping in touch pointing things out, acting when need be. You even explained why you acted, which was refreshing.

You're also the only mod I know who opened a pub for his forum, and for that you deserve a statute in your memory.

http://www.roadsideamerica.com/attract/images/ga/GAASHpeanut99.jpg

*salutes yet another Mod*

10-4 dude, remember "the sun never sets, on those who ride into it."

(also could someone pin or announcement this topic, I think Endoia deserves that)

yes, yes, yes! another mod bites the dust! my plan is coming to fruition!

I hope that you find what you are seeking, and I hope that it all works out for you the way that you want it too.

Best of luck to you, and take care on your walking down the path that you choose.

Hey can someone answer me something real quick?

where would we post our thoughts on who we think would make a great mod?

Good luck, Enodia, take care.

Good luck mate, take care. Gonna miss you.
And enjoy the sunshine :P

Cheers Enodia... an excellent mod who totally pwned the UN proposal queue.

Best of luck for the future!

(Do we need another Aussie mod now? :shock: )

]Cheers Enodia... an excellent mod who totally pwned the UN proposal queue.

Best of luck for the future!

(Do we need another Aussie mod now? :shock: )

i'm aussie :o

Nice knowing you Enodia - hope everything works out for you with college and the relationship ;)

All the best.

I was around when you took your brief sabbatical from moderating a few months ago. You were missed then and you will be missed even more now. Staying levelheaded is a virtue, don't ever give it up.

Good luck in RL Enodia, may the path you walk always be free from trouble :D

Good luck Enodia, luckily I believe in NationStates reincarnation so see you soon.

Bye man....



Good luck with RL

]Cheers Enodia... an excellent mod who totally pwned the UN proposal queue.

Best of luck for the future!

(Do we need another Aussie mod now? :shock: )

i'm aussie :o


Any hints there? :)

you'd have to be crazy to want to be a mod :roll:

I still believe that this topic deserves to be pinned.

i'll vote for that too..

ANNOUNCIFIED!

nice job, myrth, here's a cookie for ya ;)

:cry: Damn. You did a great job, man. But never fear, your rules will live on.

You'll be missed :cry:

Hmm .. this topic has more replies then neut's retirement and it only just got announcified....
Just pointing it out!!

Enodia,

You always appeared fair and balanced to the best of your ability. That's what I'll remember you for.

You will be missed. Thanks for keeping the UN proposals clean for us.

Brian
Fyrehearts player

Also late here. Dang it. I feel like my thanks mean less now.

Oh well. Such is life.

Good luck with your relationship Enodia. I'll be praying for you man.

Zeuben-
Persecuted Redeemed

(Edit: typo)

*shakes head*

this is what happens. forum ban me for two weeks and two mods leave. i hope you have learnt your lesson melkor. I leave and the whole place just falls apart *rambles some more*


anyway, Enodia, you were a good mod. good luck at uni. and we will expect you back here in about 2 weeks (they always come crawling back :P)

(Sniff, wipes eyes )

"Just a little grit, thats all, thats all ... Darn'd reality, darn'd it ... "

( Completely breaks down )

* A 2 1 I.G.N.O.R.E. "cannon/s" ( sob ) salute goes off .

* A rain of frying-pans is dropped by a fighter fly-by.

( "Deet'in" several sheep )

* The ( tearful ) Rep of Komokom sends a first ever,

- White Frying-Pan for Justice and Service to Equality Before Law -

Medal, to be displayed in the Strangers Bar.

- Le Représentant de Komokom, Ministre Régional de Substance.
http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/komokom.jpg (http://www.nationstates.net/cgi-bin/index.cgi/24401/page=display_nation)
Quelle est tolérance ? C'est la conséquence de l'humanité. Nous tous sommes constitués du frailty et de l'erreur ; pardonnons réciproquement chaque folie d'other's, celle est la première loi de la nature.

Bonne chance Enodia, et bonne chasse.

Bye Enodia, we'll miss you. You were the first active mod who didn't get openly annoyed at my n00bishness, and you've always benn helpful and accessible.

*tips lack of hat to Enodia*

Why is it that whenever I stop logging onto the forums, someting worth observing happens. . .
Luke, Qaaolchoura's Player

um this is kinda cool :D :) :( :o 8) :? :shock: :x :P :oops: :cry: :wink: :roll: :twisted: :evil: :!: :?: :idea: :arrow:

um this is kinda cool :D :) :( :o 8) :? :shock: :x :P :oops: :cry: :wink: :roll: :twisted: :evil: :!: :?: :idea: :arrow:

Just to let you know MnR, this probably belongs in another forum, for I think you are talking about the forum in General.

Goodbye Enodia! :cry:

Wow, how many mods want to retire?

Wow, how many mods want to retire?

hoperfully all of them j/k, they must be hiring a new mod apart from myrth

Wow, I'm late.

It's been nice having you around, Enodia. Good luck, and take care out there.

--Felix

Wow, how many mods want to retire?

hoperfully all of them j/k, they must be hiring a new mod apart from myrth

Perhaps...I wonder who it will be!

Farewell!

* Wipes yes.

Quite frankly, I don't care who, as long as they do a good job, and can focus on as much and as well as Enodia did on the U.N. in all its affairs and matters, with such good judgement and regard for all the varying factors involved.

- Le Représentant de Komokom.

Ministre Régional de Substance.
L'Ordre de Vaillant États.
http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/komokom.jpg (http://www.nationstates.net/cgi-bin/index.cgi/24401/page=display_nation)
Aspirez a la legalite avec l'egalite

Wow, how many mods want to retire?

hoperfully all of them j/k, they must be hiring a new mod apart from myrth

Perhaps...I wonder who it will be!
We've been playing the gueesing game in the instructor forum at Gameplay Academy.

I'm thinking (or hoping) Goober or Nanakaland. Or that Ballotonia will reconsider not wanting to do it.

Apparently there are rumors of Pope Hope. Loop is another one who somebody predicted, but I don't think that anybody who isn't a mod has any real clues.

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

At any rate: Siro, Cog, Steph, I hope one of you is working on the proposal list now that Enodia's left.

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

http://community.the-underdogs.org/smiley/misc/shiftyeyes.gif

Wow, how many mods want to retire?

hoperfully all of them j/k, they must be hiring a new mod apart from myrth

Perhaps...I wonder who it will be!
We've been playing the gueesing game in the instructor forum at Gameplay Academy.

I'm thinking (or hoping) Goober or Nanakaland. Or that Ballotonia will reconsider not wanting to do it.

Apparently there are rumors of Pope Hope. Loop is another one who somebody predicted, but I don't think that anybody who isn't a mod has any real clues.

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

At any rate: Siro, Cog, Steph, I hope one of you is working on the proposal list now that Enodia's left.

I think Goober would make a good mod....so would PH but I don't know if she spends alot of time on this forum or not, maybe she does.





Edit:
http://community.the-underdogs.org/smiley/misc/shiftyeyes.gif

http://forums.megadeth.com/images/smilies/wormy.gif

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

http://community.the-underdogs.org/smiley/misc/shiftyeyes.gif
Hmm

http://www.paranoia.ru/mn/x-files/images/ftr1d.jpg
*takes a drag*

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

http://community.the-underdogs.org/smiley/misc/shiftyeyes.gif
Hmm

http://www.paranoia.ru/mn/x-files/images/ftr1d.jpg
*takes a drag*

yay! more conspiracies! :D

Dammit, so it is true. *wanders out of the UN Strangers' Bar long enough to raise a parting glass to Enodia*

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

Yes, they never want to tell us who is next.

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

Yes, they never want to tell us who is next.
True, actually, the position would be Forum Mod, right ? Or Game Mod ?
...

Actually, maybe it would help if the "Powers That Be" :wink: could explain quite frankly in plain terms, exactly what kind of work being either Moderator type would entail.

You know : What you deal with, do you need to know any coding, how many hours per week, right kind of behaviour to be noted over time.

The bitty in the Mods sticky thread is not very specific.

Who knows, might cut down those who want to be mods, and help discover who should be mods.

Or at least give us an idea of what we would ever get ourselves into.

Then again,

" The Moderators will, ... decide ! The likes of me, ... abide ! " :)

- Le Représentant de Komokom.

Ministre Régional de Substance.
L'Ordre de Vaillant États.
http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/komokom.jpg (http://www.nationstates.net/cgi-bin/index.cgi/24401/page=display_nation)
Aspirez a la legalite avec l'egalite

<--- Not a Moderator, just a Know It All.

We could ask directly, but chances are we'll get no answer, or a misleading one.

Yes, they never want to tell us who is next.
I recall for instance that I asked at least to mods directly: Do you think that you'll be making Myrth a mod anytime soon. They said theythey were not considering any new mod candidates and wouldn't until after the Jolt move.

I do wonder whether that was a move out of desperation form the forums like Goober said, or whether they were yanking my chain. I know both of them fairly well, but they *are* still mods first.

Of course, this does mean that we get to have guessing games. Its kinda ironic that we're having this discussion here, since Enodia was one of the mods who would tell us if we were on the wrong track.

I hope that he'll come back for a bit a few months down the line.

True, actually, the position would be Forum Mod, right ? Or Game Mod ?
...

It would be forum mod.

It would be forum mod.

Really ? , :D

- Le Représentant de Komokom.

Damn, I'm late. On the off chance Enodia reads this: thanks, mate. For being approachable, reasonable and witty. And for the UN Strangers' Bar, still going after three months (unique for a UN thread?).

Did somebody mention a circus?

pip pip

It would be forum mod.

Really ? , :D

All Game Mods started as Forum Mods, and we'll continue that way. Wouldn't want to hand over the keys to the keep without looking someone over, now would we?

Ah, naturally. ( Gosh dang I should know that )

Its like my region member paranoia. :)

- Le Représentant de Komokom.

Ministre Régional de Substance.
L'Ordre de Vaillant États.
http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/komokom.jpg (http://www.nationstates.net/cgi-bin/index.cgi/24401/page=display_nation)
Aspirez a la legalite avec l'egalite