Good afternoon, ladies and gents! This time of year offers an invaluable opportunity to look back at the preceding months and reflect on what we've learned, how we've changed, how we've overcome the obstacles that have arisen in our path; to reminisce, as it were, and remember. :)

I'd like to remember the Customer Service Forum, and the good times we've all had here over the past year: the friends that we've made, the "pwnage" we've enjoyed together, the entertaining proclamations of innocence we've seen either vaulted or razed by the guiding influence of truth; it's important that we cherish the very human connection this forum provides, as a sanctuary from the vitriol — oh, how I love that word — so prevalent elsewhere on these hallowed boards. I can honestly say that I know some of you players, and vice versa, better than I do many of the people I see daily, and it's truly been an honour interacting with you these past few months, sharing joys, sorrows, and moonkindances.

I have so many fond memories from the past year — the player who wanted the contact information for "vitriol," whom they imagined to be an Account Admin representative; the innumerable threads on the existence of the Mature Language Filter, in which I had a chance to spread my linguistic wings and engage in a truly fascinating discussion of the propriety of everyday speech; the joys of our respective Christmases, expressed just a couple days ago — that I struggle to recall them all in detail. All I can say for certain is that I'm proud to have served as a moderator here for the past year-and-a-half, and I look forward to seeing this forum community — both "blues" and regulars alike — continue to develop over the years. The camaraderie I see here on a daily basis, besmirched though it sometimes is by infighting, is truly inspirational.

I remember before the creation of this forum; those were dark times indeed, a benighted age in which players had a general distrust of Game Masters, who were inscrutable, unknown figures cloaked in mystery and the threat of a banhammer; now we have a conduit through which actual communication is possible, not merely about in-game issues but about life as a whole, the game we all love to play, and even our favourite baked goods. And, rather than being a void bereft of in-game help, the forums are now a hub of information about the game and issues therein.

Thanks for a spectacular year, folks; it's been a pleasure. What would you like to remember about the year of 2007? Do let me know. :)

[ Post edited by Pavonum ]

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You are my poetry amidst the prose.

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And the thread introducing Vrakthris that magically disappeared.

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I eated it. I was hungry. =/

I won't be nearly as long winded as my feathered friend but I too would like to express my appreciation to those here who have made this forum a wonderful place to dwell.

To all the regulars who work so diligently in the effort to help their fellow players. To those lurkers out there who may not say anything but are with us in spirit; I hope you have enjoyed our antics and perhaps one day you'll say hello. :)

To my fellow CS Forum Game Masters, it is always a pleasure to come into work and know that I am in the company of truly committed (some who probably should be) people who dedicate their time to making sure that this is a haven for all those out there seeking assistance.

Again, thank you for a fantastic year. May the next year be even better!

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What would you like to remember about the year of 2007?

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I would like to remember Pavonums on po—err, unicorns, prancing to the tune of Knights of Cydonia: Good Maintenance Morning

I would like to remember That False Pav: http://forums.worldofwarcraft.com/thread.html?topicId=1371600271&sid=1&pageNo=3#40

Oh, and I would like to remember that one post where I typed a response out completely backwards. Or, should I say, sdrawkcab yletelpmoc. It's alluding my tenuous grasp. Alas.



Those memories are quite shallow in comparison to the real value of these past 12 months. I began 2007 with a new name and a wonderfully buoyant avatar, and was introduced to a community full of helpful individuals who all shared a common goal and interest: World of Warcraft. Despite whatever form of negativity may present itself within these walls—may I call them walls?—it's easy to intuit the real intent of those who visit herein, and that's a genuine desire to help, to share, and grow as a community.

It's been a lovely, educational year, folks. I thank each of you—colleagues and players, alike—for allowing me the opportunity...and the coffee. It's truly been a remarkable experience. :)

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out of curiosity, Vrak: are the newbies (no offence ;)) looking forward to interacting with the regulars and other posters here?

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Of course they are. Who would not be thrilled to address each and every one of your? I know this is one of the few jobs that I have ever had that I actually look forward to. <3

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have y'all been telling them stories to get them excited? or, were they already long time readers itching to join the crew?

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To do the job you should have some idea of what you are getting yourself into. :D They have been prowling the forums for awhile.

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Woot, post #100 - don't I get a prize for that?

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Yes. You get a Kirby.

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He rolls Shadow Priest.

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Q u o t e:
Dragonmaw is working fine now, and has been for the past month.

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Ah! Absolutely wonderful to hear, Giggly! You lot were poignantly patient, and for that I do sincerely thank you. :)