I missed out on September, but as we continue to roll into October I am confident in the state of our region. We continue to see quality content from our members, the RMB is more active than it has been in some time and, I think, our Discord is moving in the right direction. I do want to emphasize that, while speculation and other associated postings have their place, we need to make sure that we never discourage a new member to the region by saying we'll carpet bomb them or reduce them to ruble. I know some RP ideas are difficult to interpret into MT RP (when I started, Beatrice was to be a witch with a good many powers mind you, take that for what you will) but if someone comes onto the Discord and sees their idea being flayed and dissected all sorts of ways I can see where they would withdraw and find somewhere else to RP. Think always, especially in #Roleplay and #Roleplay-consultation how a new member would view those posts. Think before you hit enter!!!
It wasn't too long ago I was sure if I'd still be here in this capacity, being honest with you all I screwed up massively and I had a lot to make up for and prove in response, but I remain happy for the wake-up call nonetheless. I wasn't treating TIO with the respect or dignity it deserved, no, I was taking out my life's aggressions here and that was conduct wholly unbecoming of the Chancellery, but we've people here who care just as much for the Order as I truly do and they reminded me of many important things. Some in my position would hold ire against Daito, others would seek to shift blame from themselves and, yet more, would state with a straight face all was well in those times. I thank Daito for giving me the kick in the behind I truly needed, I accept the blame and won't cast it on anyone else and, with a straight face I forgive myself for who I was in those days and offer her a hug because that was some bare pain that had no healthy outlet in those times, no one to tell her it's okay not to have all the answers in any moment in our life, and that there is a future indeed.
It's been a long road, longer than it needed to be due to my antics, and I'll always try to make it up to you all for the moments I was not my best self. We've 10 years behind us, many more ahead of us I'm confident in, and just as I've shown since a good friend reminded me of what's important, I'll always bring my best self here when I interact with all of you. I know there are Orderians I still have things to make up for with and we'll do that on your timetable. Thank you all for being your wonderful selves and for all you bring to our region, you're all truly irreplaceable. ❤️