Zizka Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Long ago, in one of TOP's darkest hours, I took an oath. I swore to defend the Order until my very last breath, until I could no longer lift my fist in defiance of our enemies, to ride to hell and back with my brothers. Much time has passed since that fateful day - those brothers alongside whom I made my pact have indeed come and gone and, in a sense, so have I. For reasons I now see as insignificant, a rift grew between The Order and myself, and soon I found myself outside its hallowed walls on my own accord, casting about in the darkness. Hate coursed through my veins - I wished for nothing more then to destroy the very thing I had sworn to protect, and for some time after wards harbored dreams of bringing down the whole edifice. Last night, upon seeing folly they had charged headlong into, I expected to feel elation. Instead, a deeper emotion made itself known. Many of the cohorts whom with I swore my oath have passed on. Many more left The Order themselves, some even declaring their opposition to it in the current hour. Most of these men have understandable grievances, however, their fight is not mine. I go forth not for revenge, not for any political objective, but to honor the memory of my brothers who no longer stand and the few who still grasp wildly at the light. If any of the others feel as I do, I only say that now indeed seems a good day to die. My nation is a shadow of its former strength. My abilities have degraded drastically. My resolve is strong. Today I fulfill my oath. For as long as The Order remains in mortal peril I will do what I can by her side. To hell I ride. For Johan! Des Vult! - Ivanelterrible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avernite Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Thank you, Ivan. You are as welcome as you could ever be. May your foes crumble before you as they did in the old days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
der_ko Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 You should have attacked GATO instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urmom Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I am sure that Johan will be pleased with your actions. Welcome to the fight, fellow Paradoxian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROMMELHSQ Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I think we officially won this war. o/ Ivan Johan Vult! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caliper Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 o/ Ivan?!? Yay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neuromancer7 Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Now that's Loyalty. That's Honor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellAngel Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I have to say, i am impressed. Godspeed, Ivan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SyndicatedINC Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Live long enough on Planet Bob and you really shall see it all! Dear Admin I never imagined I would see this. Ivan you just blew my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinnai Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Buying back infra costs money, but loyalty and honor are priceless. Dues Vult! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonewall Jaxon Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I am in awe of the honor and loyalty shown here. I'll gladly follow you into the belly of the beast any day. I shall seek you on the battlefield, good luck and Adminspeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zizka Posted January 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 [quote name='der_ko' date='31 January 2010 - 05:14 AM' timestamp='1264932868' post='2147273'] You should have attacked GATO instead. [/quote] I seriously considered it, but it just seemed cruel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machiabelly Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Did you not also swear an oath to FAN? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petrovich4 Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogeWilliam Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Godspeed Ivan. I remember the good times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zizka Posted January 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 [quote name='Machiabelly' date='31 January 2010 - 03:29 PM' timestamp='1264969790' post='2148172'] Did you not also swear an oath to FAN? [/quote] In a somewhat different capacity, to be sure, but your question certainly has merit and I grappled for quite some time looking for the correct path. I discussed the issue at length with my FAN comrades, and they understand my reasons. They are a phenomenal group, and I am grateful for all the time I spent in the alliance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponken Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Wow, the return of Mr Onion hat. Now, what would you say the current DEFCON colour would be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstep Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I've never directly interacted with you, but appreciate what you've done for the order Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayne Cobb Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 o/ Ivan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myzebedeeistaken Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Brother Paradoxian, your nobility of spirit humbles me. May Johan guide us in this matter and may BiB grant us his blessings as the smiter of all Johan's foes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saber Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Nice to have you. You know we are welcoming and forgiving alliance so I'd say our doors are open if you want some company on this charge. Paradox Vult! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minarchist Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I remember hearing about you from Old Paradoxians, and seeing you in the Paradox Interactive OT forum. Needless to say, it is an honor to have you in our company once more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayzell Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 Welcome to the battle, brother. Paradoxia Vult! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feanor Noldorin Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 We've never met but one of the first things I learned when I joined our Order two and half years ago was that once your a Paradoxian, your always a Paradoxian. Fight well. Johan Vult! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machiabelly Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 [quote name='Zizka' date='31 January 2010 - 04:49 PM' timestamp='1264970970' post='2148209'] In a somewhat different capacity, to be sure, but your question certainly has merit and I grappled for quite some time looking for the correct path. I discussed the issue at length with my FAN comrades, and they understand my reasons. They are a phenomenal group, and I am grateful for all the time I spent in the alliance. [/quote] I believe FAN would never stand in the way of someone doing something honour dictated. We are on opposite sides, but good luck none the less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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