[quote=Isaac Zienfried]
I know I told everyone not to take the election too seriously, but I get the idea that a Feducci win will be disappointing. I strongly urge people not to take it too badly (and when I say "people," I’m looking into a mirror, but a chipped one so it’s me I’m talking to and not others). However, at the end of the day, take heart in the knowledge we’ll end up with nice lore and content any way this goes.[/quote]
I am steeling myself against the disappointment! I find that the more I play this game the more Felicity cares about the Urchins and the Rubberies and the Clay Men. Events like this seem to remind me that I am in the minority, but also that there are others who do feel the same way! So time to take a breath and let it all go!
Oh, the Contrarian. There’s an argument to be made that the Bishop had a stronger potential story out the gate than the Jovial Contrarian did, which is the entire reason why I’m supporting the Detective over Feducci and the DTC, but the Jovial Contrarian was so much more engaging in his plight. No regrets in choosing him, even if we did lose in the end.
In the end, perhaps the Contrarian would be lost as mayor. He’s best being off to the side, arguing with whatever voice is currently loudest so they never get complacent. A toast to the good man, a better man than most.
…Also, yes, the Bishop trying to wage war on Hell again would’ve been pretty great.
I think I’m just ready for the whole thing to end. I grow weary of debate and have been wont to return to other matters. It was quite wonderful campaigning with all of you, a delightful way to mingle with individuals otherwise unknown. edited by LillianAranach on 7/10/2017
…Actually, once the sun rises, I’ll switch to a more classic Earl Grey. And no, I’m not nocturnal: I simply don’t sleep. Not if I can help it. I actually detest the very concept of sleep, hours of my life stolen from me with my eyes closed. It’s dumb and I’m rather angry at Nature for making it a requirement.
I was also saving ATME, but when I maxed out my single character’s contributions (at least without grinding up to Notability 12, and getting to 11 for this election was painful enough), I decided it was time for it to, well, begin. And then end.
I’d just like to apologise myself for not being very active in the community insofar as the forums and HQ and any other rp that might’ve been going on around this, as I was very much dedicated to it. Classes unfortunately dictated my time over the past couple weeks was precious and limited.
I discovered and joined Fallen London right at the end of last year’s Election. I didn’t participate as I was so confused as to what was going on in general and thought I’d do more harm than good by backing someone on a whim (if you’re curious, I was partial to the Contrarian. Even now, knowing what I do, I think I still would be. He is perhaps the one and only one of them I can truly sympathise with. Though I am glad about Jenny and her efforts too). Being a part of this year’s Election really meant a lot to me and my only regret was that I couldn’t involve myself more deeply in interacting with each of you. Thank you to all who indulged me during donation exchanges and debates.
I just enjoyed my pot of Ceylon. Come what may in the results today, I hope we shall all continue to enjoy our tea and work towards a Kinder London.
I will sip a strong black mountain tea imported from Greece, and wait. I feel more fired up than ever - so strange for one supporting the Temperance campaign!
I’m drinking a herbal nettle ginger and pepper mint tea personally.
though zorgan him self is probably crashed out on the floor in his room at the brass embassy with broken glass and laudeum all over the floor.
that bit of dramas got nothing to do with the fact that its election day sometimes when he’s been drinking to much it just happens really.
Take heart, fearless campaigners of the cause. Our trials are at their end. No matter this outcome, know this: you have all acquitted yourselves splendidly. No matter what has happened, never let anyone tell you that our cause was a failure. Our fight was good, our fight was glorious, and these days will be remembered fondly by those of us who had the pleasure to be a part of this.
In the last stretch of the election, I was told to be wary of speaking as though we’d already lost. I want to tell you that by no means did I think that, nor do I think it now. I do not feel defeated, and neither should you. Others will tell you we should. They will crow, they will gloat, they will regard you with a smug grin and a sneer. Let them. If London is to be ruled by the strong, then we’ve already proven ourselves its masters.
In the end, the Mayor is but one person. We, the people of London, are the ones who will truly change it, and with fine people like you in this city, I still maintain some hope for the future. No matter how dark this unending night, we’ll shine brighter than the Mountain of Light.
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to duel some Feducci supporters and teach them a little thing called “regret.”
…You know, with all my forum talk of dueling and being a fighter, I really should just suck it up and go Shattering Force. Paramount Presence will never be a thing. ;_;
[quote=Isaac Zienfried]Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to duel some Feducci supporters and teach them a little thing called "regret."[/quote]We can do one better than that. We can still duel Feducci as many times as our hearts desire.
I was about to encourage you to watch it, and then realized you don’t need to stinging pain of knowing it’ll never be finished. You are happier like this.[/quote]It’s still worth it. I recommend watching it.