[VAK] Long term Inactivity/"Quitting"

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Greetings to all: Vaktovians, VACs, VPCs, old comrades, enemies, and the curious public.

I regret to inform you today that I will be entering a stage of long-term inactivity on ROBLOX and clans in general.

(And just to get it out of the way, I will have a week vacation to Hawaii 8/6-8/13, then 1st day of school the following day. That's a lot of things to do. I will have time from Monday 8/3-8/5 to wrap up any loose ends.)

Although the title includes the term, I refuse the use the word "Quitting" as by now I know that nobody really leaves this child's website. It's all been a part of our youth or teenagehood and whether big or small impact it'll stay with us forever or at least for a while. So I am not really "quitting", as with most others. You may consider the phase somewhere between permanently and temporary, as it will be like this in the long run but I will be able to drop in when I have a lot of excess time or am on break.

The main reason as for why I am quitting is because high school will be more important for me than most. I plan to be very busy during my four years there and am going to take all the highest classes possible whether AP or Honors. This is partly my own choice and my parent's choice, so don't try to talk to me otherwise if you do have experience/are in high school, as everyone's journey is different and we can only adjust to what is to come.

Apart from that, I've been growing distant from this game for a long long time. I used to be addicted to it several years ago when I wasn't involved with bigger clans and more so with the gaming community. I have tried multiple times to quit and leave this game in vain. However, now that there is a very real reason to cause me to go inactive, I can finally assume that stated position.

By now everyone also knows how I progressed through VAK and more than aware of the motivational threads I made. To see a short profile and link to the threads check out the Vaktovian wiki URL under my avatar description. If you want to hear an older version of a "quit" thread I did a few months back here it is. (INCLUDING SHORT HISTORY OF MY TIME ON ROBLOX.) http://www.roblox.com/Forum/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=159495515

Lately the theme change has brought us some hype and I am happy to see many old and new join our ranks to hopefully one day ascend into the Empire. We are getting more skilled soldiers, but they lack in other areas such as discipline and law. With the large amount of combat trainings going around I highly suggest that other areas be covered.

During my time in VAC/VAK I had a lot of fun and I learned many things that others on the forums or wherever lied about or made up rumours about. The C&G loves to create all different kinds of stereotypes and ideas for what VAK is like. For one, they believe we are very strict and serious. Though we are more enforcing of rules and maturity than most other clans, there still is a lot of fun to be had and the high ranks are pretty chill and relaxed when they aren't hosting or overseeing things.

There are a couple of problems with VAK, as with any clan, but I will state them privately through other means before going inactive. I would like to say this out loud for everyone to hear. War terms are ruining the fun in wars. We're trying so hard and spending so many hours arguing over something just so we can try and have an organized war, but the thing is no one cooperates with it and we neglect to become the embodiment of change, instead just stubbornly continuing on with trying to deal with these issues verbally. An example, UAF war and many others lately. Vaktovia didn't need a set of written words to fight and didn't need written approval to show that they are superior. We proved it through utterly domination at both raiding and defending. The opposing side won't admit it at first, nor would the public, but everyone will know who is the better side. We are fighting for Auld Lang Syne; let us bring back the old ways and get rid of those terms.

Now that I'm done with that little rant, onto lighter things. Being in VAC/VAK, even if I haven't even been in here for a year, has been one of the most fun times I've ever had. There's way too many events and memories I have to list them down here, and whenever I try writing so much I always have it all pre-planned out and when I actually get down to composing, the noise and distraction from real life has these things evade my mind. It's sad but the truth for me. However, lately I've been getting bored despite these theme changes. Most likely from being involved too much and tired of waiting for the war to possibly resume, so I started trying other clans for the first time in a while. It was nice. I found out I was much more skilled than I thought compared to others, and from that VAK was still more skilled than most. Sleet Clan has been enjoyable for me and I think I've become one of their top 10-15 best fighters with Arsenals, a gun I just started using a day ago. But all in all, I found enjoyment in clans again.

Now for some shoutouts and advice from someone who's gotten more fame than he wanted. (Yes, lately people have been coming to me and talking about my status as a Vaktovian. Many more people than I thought have read my threads, my first and most famous having now over 500 views. Even so they recognize me as in VAK...almost like old times except everyone pretty much hates VAK.)

To those who are wishing to work on their gunfighting: attend as many combat trainings as you can if you are in VAC/VAK. If you wish to get into VAC, have patience and remember that you will eventually get your chance. People have passed through the Reapers era VAC in one month and left soon after; those who have stayed in VAC for over a year like banman continue to proudly serve, available or not. Loyalty and hard work will get you far; most of the officers right now have at least over a year's experience. If you are in VAC/VAK, train at Facility Abaddon, RCL at Battlegrounds, duel with reapers, Dueling Arena, etc. Don't be afraid to seek help from those above you. And most importantly, do not give up when it gets tough. That separates the weak and frail from those who truly can morph into a skilled fighter; the dedication.

To those who are struggling with their own morals and are questioning themselves and others: always follow common sense and what you and majority of others in VAK believe is right, even if not everyone agrees with it. If you want to learn my philosophy, feel free to send me a PM and I'll try to get back to you as soon as possible.

Time to give shoutouts. Originally I didn't want to do this because I believe it would make others feel like I didn't appreciate them. However I believe it is necessary to let people know how much they helped me during my time in VAK, and there are things I want to say to people before it's too late and they leave or I don't get the chance to.

IF I MISSED YOUR NAME, PLEASE TELL ME IN THE COMMENTS AND I WILL WRITE A RESPONSE TO YOU IF I BELIEVE YOU HAD A NOTICEABLE IMPACT ON MY VAK CAREER. NOTE: I AM DOING THESE FROM LOWEST RANK TO HIGHEST.
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VACs (if someone can post this on the VAC wall or message those below about this thread I will appreciate it a lot)

DarkSights: You have a lot of potential if you continue to work hard in combat and demonstrate your skill. Keep activity up.

Vaxent: I know you are gone right now but if you ever see this, know that you are one of the best gunfighters I've seen since I ascended. You need to work on other areas such as keeping mature though. Keep working.

SkeletonStrike: teach me how to noscope my friend. you are the greatest vac sniper ever. hope to see you back in VAK.

Anthioz: We haven't talked much lately yet you keep sending me FRs. I may never accept it, heh. But hey, you are extremely dedicated and you were pretty good at fighting last I checked, keep it up.

CommandoKrua: Another one of the best VAC gunfighters I've seen. I honestly don't know how they'll do the graduation test now but keep your aim and dodging up by practicing at places such as Training Facility Abaddon target practice and Dueling Arena. Good luck.

Alquir: Very inactive right now, but it was nice to meet you and we had some good times back when I was a Stage 5. Don't give up and pursue whatever goal you have set. Good luck with it.

Sadcamp: don't fite for da motherland don't fite for da motherland. you should try rapping. see you around mr. penguin of vaktovia

HateHouse: One of the VACs that are definitely going to get into the Empire. He's changed his ways since I first knew him as NightBladeFighter a long long time ago and he's really improved and good in all areas, needs to be noticed.

Vertillian: ahh you still sound like one of my friends in real life. Really cool guy with a lot of experience. And sorry but it was funny hearing you rage when you were pending for the server our Emperor was in and other people kept getting into it. You'll meet him more often. See you around.

oRebel: You copied the last part of my name Rebelation shame on you. Just kidding. I've known you since we were both in VAC a while ago and you seem to be a fitting soldier with potential to get into VAK so good luck.

Helioskrill: I bet that if I haven't included Helio on this thread he would've started begging for me to give my opinion on him anyways until he annoys the hell out of me so here you go. My advice is to not love everybody like you already do. Just kidding. If you keep your activity stable you'll definitely get into VAK.

Jradi: If you want to come and talk to me anytime about my motivational feel free to PM me or see if I'm available for a day. Otherwise, steer clear of the forums and don't try to argue with the idiots there.

KratosFidem: I probably never will become a mentor if the system is back up, but I just want to say that teaching you was one of the most enjoyable things I've ever done in VAK. It was fun coming up with schedules and helping you improve. Of course, your first loss was entirely my fault and the fact that your next GT was poorly timed out of coordination with the reforms is disappointing. I bet you that if you had taken the GT on that Monday, you would have passed above 4-10 with ease. However, we do not dwell in the past. It is now your turn to take what I taught you and prepare for the unknown. I hope to see you in Vaktovia my friend.

Vaktovians

AustinWinFree: You are one awesome guy, I loved hearing what you had to say about old Vaktovia and it was nice meeting you and hanging out for retro week. If you were ever active enough to become officer again do it.

Campsites: An ideal sparring partner, he's a little better than me when it comes to guns. real gangster too. Just kidding, he's cool.

Preadeator123: Never made it into VAK but Rogue did shame on you for failing 3 times and staying behind.

SWATCOLE: 1v1 me and I will win over your rusty self. nah but you're cool now that you've come back. let's be buddies and leave because the school year is coming up!

mitsu1000: We've only met recently but you seem like a really good vet aside from how talkative you are...let's be friends.

LordEvolution: It's sad to hear that you are also starting to drift away...or whatever you meant by what you said a bit ago. Was nice to meet you and assemble the almighty Vaktovian Minigun so that the opposing team can feel our double team wrath. If you were more active you'd probably get Vanguard/RG again. Good luck.

obiwan9876: gr8 voice changer m8. Seriously you get a lot of hate but I think you're a normal guy who's surprisingly good with guns and can build. I think. I don't even know man. Anyways have fun.

Vevicus: Good luck with The Invictus Empire. As for VAK I remember when you were Rodloxer22 and stuff and you mentioned me in this fake quit thread so here you go, your own shoutout.

FelixFlaviusRaxtus: Hey man, good to see that you've come back. You helped me out when I was in a tough situation and I can't repay you for that.

SentinelStrike: Really legit dude and apparently enjoys my motivational threads a lot. I might not be writing some in a while though, sorry about that. Good luck in VAK.

warmystro2: Either I am completely speechless about warmy or I have a billion things to say about him and I don't know what to do because this is starting to turn either way but more of the billion things way so might as well put a stop. Warmy is the most insane wackiest British Vaktovian in the world I don't know if anyone can come close to warmy as he is the one and true spartan of Vaktovia with his strange methods and sense of humor. But really warmy if you're listening you should feel proud because I'm starting to say a billion things about you already and trying not to make it sound cheesy at all yeah this is getting too long.

Vermox: Undisputed top 10 gunfighter of Vaktovia right now, extremely well versed in gunfighting and if you 1v1 him you're up for a challenge. Good luck bro.

TheMedievalist: I would like to take this time to say thank you for making that "There is no loss only VAKTORY" picture and sorry for using it without permission.

LeighzerJet: Another really good fighter I trained with back in VAC. He's very straight with people and very strong minded, can go on some real nice rants. Thank you for your service.

jclau77: I have no idea why you're inactive right now but like I said when you almost quit, you are very dedicated and you got better at fighting by a lot. Keep it up man.

CptJackPrice: I can't say enough about this guy. When I rejoined VAC, he was the only other VAC that really stood out at first because of his combat. Over time we became great friends. In fact he was the only friend I had at first. When he finally surpassed me and got into VAK I was jealous man. But hey, you helped me made it through. Then came a time where we didn't talk as much until recently. We're still brothers to the end and shared a ton of secrets with each other during our time in VAK. No I'm not g@y, Jack was just that brother-in-arms. Well I'll hopefully see you around in the future copying my hat combo and going 20-0 at events.

xXLordAuxiousXx: Very loyal to our cause and patrols the REC Center more than anyone else I've seen, he deserved Corporal for his activity. Keep doing what you're doing comrade.

Yugitastic: Another fitting sparring partner that's been mentored by paul himself. You are one chill guy and I look forward to seeing you accomplish great feats.

Xaela/DT0R: Yet another person I can call my brother-in-arms. Back in the Reapers era I purposely copied his hat combo of the ninja mask. Xaela is an excellent, top notch fighter and willing to spend time to help others improve. It was good to know you and work with you to get better. But I'd like to keep my red headband and bandit this time, thank you.

Thomas713: I know we haven't seen each other in a bit but you are one piece of work, making it to Sergeant in the same time I've stayed here as a Private! That speaks a lot in itself. Get your activity up and you'll become one of the best. Good luck.

Danthein: I feel as if Dan is underappreciated for all the hard work and time he's put into providing for us, such as when he helped out with TS3 a lot and at events. He deserves a big loud round of applause and actually is a good fighter. Wow. What a guy.

Deltrac and SenorMexico: I wanted to save space and put you two together since you're brother in arms. We've fought alongside each other many times at events and it was fun to know both of you and hear about funny aspects in your lives. Stay cool comrades.

buff999: more like flimsy999 ha! oh I'm sorry to hurt your feelings don't hit me buff sir I was just joking. you and I could carry raids all day even when you are on mobile we can go 100-0 on those little league scrubs. raid with me someday sir

ltachimontage: The best and nothing but the best. Well, maybe the best with some side issues with officers but that always turns into a good laugh for everyone. You are an RG so become the best one you can.

TheStalinator: when I first heard your name I was a little taken aback. I wondered why you'd pick such a name. Very active right now and attends many events, deserved Lieutenant.

ClearSights: He's cool I guess.....................really cool I guess...............................

Yeller: Wow. You're inactive now but back then when I was first in VAC in my early time you helped me so much you don't even know. I'll be a Vosque forever and through in honor of how much you've helped.

codruler: Not a Captain anymore due to inactivity, but when he was for a little bit his trainings were always enjoyable and he made sure we all learned something new by the end of it. Very interesting person with equally intriguing thoughts and philosophy.

888min3: I considered making a real life Vaktovian campaign series but eventually turned away. Please don't stop with the videos they're the only thing I love. Just kidding. Funny guy but as for leadership, make sure rules are enforced more.

AstralStrike: I'll be completely honest you are the best Captain there. I haven't seen you around much lately but then again I haven't been around as much. You helped me out a bunch starting from when I was just a Stage 1. Hard to believe you're a generation ahead of me. I'll be looking forward to what you will achieve in the future.

DemonTitan: Although pretty cool off duty, you need to work a lot on your leadership skills if you decide to lead. I also think you should stray away from the forums and don't need to give input for every little thing, that's all.

ChaoticDoom99: What a savage getting into a fight with some other kid damn. He does alright hosting, could be a bit more mature acting as the role model though. However he's a great guy off duty and cool to be with.

DevilishPyro: You don't even know how much you inspired me with your exquisite writing and work, sharing quotes with us throughout the week. It really does help even if some others don't understand. I remember me and you fending off 6+ raiders at SMO II together. We made half of them ragequit and together went 24-4 with 2 deaths apiece while the raiders had a huge amount of WOs. That was one of the most intense and fun times patrolling at SMO II. (I have it in the album I'll provide later.)

ImAwesomeFoo: The Purple Man shall rise to take over absolutely everything. I feel like you should make a Purple Man version of Varcia and start your own little followi-oh wait. Well I will never convert. Still, on the other hand you are a very knowledgeable Colonel despite what most say and your history. I hope you give more speeches like you did a while ago, that was very inspiring to listen to and a portion of my work in motivational threads was inspired by things you said.

Wolverinex: One word. Badass. This guy really is Wolverine. I looked up to him because he's cool. Really cool. Such a badass like no other. If there are any goodasses out there Wolverinex is going to run over them. Really good officer that gets a ton of crap from outsiders for trying to improve the Empire.

Opacor: I can't get ova da accent. Opppaaacaaaa. Everyone hates on you for all the base glitches and failures but you're trying your best and you are pretty busy so. Yeah.

Gannex: ah we had some things going on when you were SG. such as me being exiled out of VAK after accidentally being accepted. But when you stepped down and became a Senior Colonel, you showed that you had a really fun side to you. In fact, don't take this as offense but I like you better as a Senior Colonel than SG since you show up more. Always remember Piggy Zaes Ganenex SLAYER. The savior of Vaktovia.

Karol2522: Very glad to have met you. You seem to be more of a traditional-like officer, but that's cool. Hopefully you resume activity like you had a while ago.

ttom25rocks: You probably know what I have to say, thank you for making me into a better soldier. It really has helped and you played a huge part in helping me become who I am today. Wow that was cheesy.

AnakinSkywalker221s: More like RustySky-okay you know what? If you're still Vaktovia's Blade Master alongside xxhero I will have to challenge you to a duel sometime if you really are rusty. 1v1 me bricktops let's go

NitroStrike: oh man I think one of the biggest things I'll miss is you and your raids. ah it's always so hype and fun every time you come around and you go out on a mini-conquest to destroy any patrolling clans. I remember that FC victory like it was yesterday that was amazing. if I were to attend events in the future though I won't have as much time, I'll definitely try to go to your raids.

The Emperor, Vaktus: I am honored to have met you a total of four times and even talk to you once about a possible war with FC. First time was during the EL Conquest. Soon afterward I was able to repel off a raid on SMO II with you and the RG. Third was at the REC Center during a public appearance, and finally the most recent was at the UAF War Rally. You bring hope throughout our nation and you are bringing it back alive; soon we will reach our old position on the throne and fight for Auld Lang Syne.
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I still am going to be around and you'll see me pop in once in a while. I realize that this has been made longer than necessary. There are many more things that haven't come or returned to mind yet, but putting them down would probably just annoy you all, especially since most of the readers are random C&Gers.

A few final notes:
To the Officers, there are only about half who deserve their rank. The other needs some serious work. Also, if you want to set a proper example for those below you, you must act accordingly to it. Take a few pages out of the old Vaktovian high ranks- the good aspect of their leadership.

To those who I have journeyed together with or helped me, I extend my deepest gratitude to you. There is no way I will ever repay the lessons I learned and the experiences I made.

To those who are facing struggle or despair, never give in. For most of the battle takes place within the mind. If you wish to achieve your goals, if you wish to stay united, then step up to the title and be the one who starts the change, not wait for it.

And finally, a few things about me that you may have never known.

For starters, I'm 14 years old, asian (oh boy here come the racist jokes) and currently the 3rd fastest NorCal swimmer in the State. I lead a developing, but stable social life outside of ROBLOX. I'm a top achiever at school and going into high school with the most difficult courses, community service, many extracurriculars planned, and a busy sports and instrumental life.

I used to be an avid reader and writer; however like some others I lost interest in working on purely original works from when I was much younger. Nowadays most of what I write is either for school or for ROBLOX, surprise surprise. I don't usually talk about my relationships but in the past I've experienced my own share of failed trials and error in love. A girl that I've gotten really close to this summer is now at an unknown position regarding our relationship status since I confessed to her about how I felt. (I'm only hopeful since she's shown more than enough hints to indicate that she has feelings for me back.)

In my life I've experienced a lot of hardship whether it be failure in school, sports, social life, relationships with family and others, and more. My brother and I fight a lot. I love my family, but my parents are unapproving of me doing any online gaming at all even though after all this time I tried to explain, and are more concerned on school. Since I don't see eye to eye with my family a lot, I tend to feel like the relationships are strained a bit.

I have also been dealing with mild chronic depression for over 3 years now. I am a natural pessimist who hates and finds negativity more than positivity. The depression extends from small disputes to larger scale issues and sometimes I don't talk to anyone for days, or remain silent and quiet for a short period of time. This caused me to grow more attracted to somber, sad songs and ballads that I've listened to ever since I was young. (Of course, some rock/alternative and jazz also work for me when I'm more pumped up.) These are older bands but I love works from the Fray, Matchbox 20, 3 doors down, Goo Goo Dolls, Owl City, Linkin Park (especially their first few albums), Imagine Dragons, and some pop artists.

Over the course of my life I've learned to deal with anger issues and knowing when I set the bar too high for myself. Most pressure that I face in situations is created by myself, my mind. I have so many thoughts just spinning around, and if there was one thing I'd want it would be to record all those ideas and thoughts down, since I seem to lose them so much as seen in this thread. I've also tried becoming more optimistic and willing to put up with my family. However the depression and hardship always roll around at least once or twice every month.

I know this seems like I'm trying to get attention, to get sympathy from others about who I am, to try and convince others that I'm not normal. But none of those purposes apply to what I just said. The real reason why I told you a little about my life is because I want some people to realize where I come from, to try and identify with me. It also goes to show that you can create an entirely different persona on the interwebs. I bet almost no one would have guessed that I was facing those problems at the same time I was writing my motivational threads and participating in VAK.

ROBLOX has been an escape for me of sorts, to get away from the chaotic real life scene and immerse myself into a world to connect with others, to explore new ideas, and most importantly, kick back and have fun. VAK has gone and accomplished this. At one point it was all I could think of all day; for some reason after I achieved my goal of becoming a Vaktovian it all started to go away.

My final revelation before I wrap this up is that I used to identify myself as a lone wolf, a mastermind who thought he could win by himself, the only thing that he knew was victory. That was my old self and skin. I now look at myself as a volunteer, willing to help others. I want to change how clans look at Vaktovia. I want to change the system in Vaktovia, I want to make it better and better until we make it clear how near invincible we can be. But there's a lot of issues to solve, and I cannot do it all alone. Join me and become the change instead of waiting for it.

"Fight for this red-and-black banner, with pride, with honor, with utmost respect for everyone. For we are the clan that takes the road less taken, and it is no easy path."

Bring glory to Vaktovia.

[Y] Ryonix Crowvic Vosque Zastec, Rogue of Vaktovia [Y]