Important: Regarding the future of NB's administration
Jul 29, 2019 11:46:37 GMT -5
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Post by Razza on Jul 29, 2019 11:46:37 GMT -5
Hello everyone, I will try to keep this short but today I have some important news about the future of Northbound-- or more specifically, my place within it.
After some thinking I have decided to step down as administrator of the site. I have a feeling that will come as a surprise for some of you because I haven't exactly been keeping everyone in the loop, and believe me I did not make this decision lightly, but right now I wholeheartedly believe it is the best course of action both for me and for Northbound.
To explain a little why I chose to do this I first want to point out that I am not basing this on one person or one specific event (just for any nervous souls out there), but rather a culmination of both online and irl happenings that have led me to this conclusion. Northbound from the very beginning has held a special place in my heart; I started working on it long before the opening in early October, having wanted to see a site like this for a long time but never really finding one. I poured all my passion and ideas into this place, and don't regret a single minute, because it helped me to foster something far beyond my own hopes and expectations for what it could become. I am so grateful for everyone both old and new who has participated in this with me! It was you guys and your excitement that inspired me to keep going even when the going got tough.
That being said, this was the first time I had ever been an administrator on, let alone founded, a roleplay site. Or any site, for that matter. I'm sure many of you have some ideas of what's gone on over the past few months in terms of negativity and drama, and as a first timer I wouldn't doubt if it was obvious I struggled to handle it at times, even with a great Mod to back me up. I dealt with some things poorly, swept others under the rug, and took everything bad that happened in Northbound deeply to heart. It has been a long and tiresome road of things constantly being thrown my way or dug up from the past and then me having to quickly learn how to handle them the best I could, always worrying about damage control and what the right move was. I've been far from perfect, and just want to take a moment to apologize to anyone and everyone I might've hurt or made uncomfortable in my learning process. But damn if I haven't been trying! I appreciate everyone sticking with me through the bad shit and want you all to know your patience and support still means the world to me. The lessons I have learned here will stay with me forever.
And then there were the good times, which will stick with me just as much. Life is hard man, but Northbound and all the friends I have here, you guys have been a beautiful escape. Whether it was during the highs where we all were so excited to plot and exchange ideas, or during the lows where I knew I could turn to the discord server to vent and get support, Northbound has given me something that can be hard to find anywhere else. I am so proud to have been a part of growing this community and I adore you all. For real. I love the story of Northbound and all it's characters, and know that the good times are far from over looking at some of the current stuff going on.
*Clears throat* Now, back to the pressing matters of this change. Firstly and fore-mostly I am proud to announce that Alex will be stepping up as the new Admin of the site, a position she has honestly deserved for quite some time now! Alex has been a incredible friend to me and asset to Northbound, always making sure things get taken care of promptly and helping me with anything and everything I needed. She is so passionate about this place and I know for a fact she will do wonderfully leading it into the future. <3 This change, of course, will be in effect as soon as I've posted this announcement, and I hope you all will remain on your best behavior for her. As for myself, I won't be deleting my account on the site but rather moving to an inactive rank, but I will likely not log on very often. Maybe to check up on the characters every now and then, but for the most part if anyone needs to contact me you will have better luck elsewhere, such as the discord server which I won't be leaving! I will still be around to talk and keep in touch with you all. ^^
I also have no plans to quit roleplay, but my time on Northbound has ended for now. There aren't many of you, but for those I had the chance to plot with who will be effected by my characters being retired, please reach out to me if we need to work out an explanation for their leaving. I'll never say never, and perhaps one day I'll return, but for now I hope you will understand and forgive me for having to pull all my wolves from the roster. I'm truly sorry for any inconvenience. Hopefully one day I will get to thread with all of you guys again, whether it be here, or on a new project, or somewhere else entirely.
Anyway, this turned out longer than I wanted but I think I've said all I wanted to say. Thank you guys for reading, and for everything else. I wish Alex and you all the very best of luck on this new chapter, and happy Northbounding!
Razza.
After some thinking I have decided to step down as administrator of the site. I have a feeling that will come as a surprise for some of you because I haven't exactly been keeping everyone in the loop, and believe me I did not make this decision lightly, but right now I wholeheartedly believe it is the best course of action both for me and for Northbound.
To explain a little why I chose to do this I first want to point out that I am not basing this on one person or one specific event (just for any nervous souls out there), but rather a culmination of both online and irl happenings that have led me to this conclusion. Northbound from the very beginning has held a special place in my heart; I started working on it long before the opening in early October, having wanted to see a site like this for a long time but never really finding one. I poured all my passion and ideas into this place, and don't regret a single minute, because it helped me to foster something far beyond my own hopes and expectations for what it could become. I am so grateful for everyone both old and new who has participated in this with me! It was you guys and your excitement that inspired me to keep going even when the going got tough.
That being said, this was the first time I had ever been an administrator on, let alone founded, a roleplay site. Or any site, for that matter. I'm sure many of you have some ideas of what's gone on over the past few months in terms of negativity and drama, and as a first timer I wouldn't doubt if it was obvious I struggled to handle it at times, even with a great Mod to back me up. I dealt with some things poorly, swept others under the rug, and took everything bad that happened in Northbound deeply to heart. It has been a long and tiresome road of things constantly being thrown my way or dug up from the past and then me having to quickly learn how to handle them the best I could, always worrying about damage control and what the right move was. I've been far from perfect, and just want to take a moment to apologize to anyone and everyone I might've hurt or made uncomfortable in my learning process. But damn if I haven't been trying! I appreciate everyone sticking with me through the bad shit and want you all to know your patience and support still means the world to me. The lessons I have learned here will stay with me forever.
And then there were the good times, which will stick with me just as much. Life is hard man, but Northbound and all the friends I have here, you guys have been a beautiful escape. Whether it was during the highs where we all were so excited to plot and exchange ideas, or during the lows where I knew I could turn to the discord server to vent and get support, Northbound has given me something that can be hard to find anywhere else. I am so proud to have been a part of growing this community and I adore you all. For real. I love the story of Northbound and all it's characters, and know that the good times are far from over looking at some of the current stuff going on.
*Clears throat* Now, back to the pressing matters of this change. Firstly and fore-mostly I am proud to announce that Alex will be stepping up as the new Admin of the site, a position she has honestly deserved for quite some time now! Alex has been a incredible friend to me and asset to Northbound, always making sure things get taken care of promptly and helping me with anything and everything I needed. She is so passionate about this place and I know for a fact she will do wonderfully leading it into the future. <3 This change, of course, will be in effect as soon as I've posted this announcement, and I hope you all will remain on your best behavior for her. As for myself, I won't be deleting my account on the site but rather moving to an inactive rank, but I will likely not log on very often. Maybe to check up on the characters every now and then, but for the most part if anyone needs to contact me you will have better luck elsewhere, such as the discord server which I won't be leaving! I will still be around to talk and keep in touch with you all. ^^
I also have no plans to quit roleplay, but my time on Northbound has ended for now. There aren't many of you, but for those I had the chance to plot with who will be effected by my characters being retired, please reach out to me if we need to work out an explanation for their leaving. I'll never say never, and perhaps one day I'll return, but for now I hope you will understand and forgive me for having to pull all my wolves from the roster. I'm truly sorry for any inconvenience. Hopefully one day I will get to thread with all of you guys again, whether it be here, or on a new project, or somewhere else entirely.
Anyway, this turned out longer than I wanted but I think I've said all I wanted to say. Thank you guys for reading, and for everything else. I wish Alex and you all the very best of luck on this new chapter, and happy Northbounding!
Razza.