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Seven is the number: a message from Alexis

Hannah Flynn Administrator Posts: 491 5/25/2016	We're very sad to announce the Alexis is leaving Failbetter after seven years (and hundreds of thousands of words). Here's a message from him. -- Wields the news canon, aboard the hype train.
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Alexis Kennedy Posts: 1374 5/25/2016	Hello, my loves. I just wanted to drop by and say thank you not only for saying such nice things, but for making Failbetter what it is now. I won't be around these parts, because it's important Failbetter pursues its own identity without me, but I'll still be at @alexiskennedy on Twitter, and elsewhere. And be nice to the Failbetter team. They're golden, and they're only at the start of what they're going to do. Enthusiastic, and only slightly rubbery, kisses to you very all.
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Estelle Knoht Posts: 1751 5/25/2016	For those who aren't aware, Alexis is working on Dandelion, a standalone premium app written in StoryNexus that's about a Zubmarine as his last project with FBG. On a more sinster note: edited by Estelle Knoht on 5/25/2016 -- Estelle Knoht, a juvenile, unreliable and respectable lady. I currently do not accept any catbox, cider, suppers, calling cards or proteges.
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Parelle Posts: 1084 7/5/2016	One last thing, now belated and gone: Alexis' forum ID is 7. I find this more amusing than I care to admit. -- Parelle, Lady Joseph Marlen. The Singular Librarian. A Midnighter, a Player of the Marvelous. pages from a dusty bookshop: a badly updated FL changelog \| Useful Guidance and Explanations
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Erika Posts: 528 5/25/2016	I mean this in earnest. Alexis, whatever comes next, you and the people you've gathered around you have made something (more than a few somethings!) wonderful that I respect and adore. Fallen London and its mythos are a boon that will not soon go unrelished or unappreciated. Thank you. -- Where the sun is hot, the moon is beautiful, and mysterious lights pass overhead while we all pretend to sleep. Going on a fate expedition? I'm collecting data! Help me? "Bottles of Oblivion" drunk in the name of content: 57 Catboxes (send more!) opened in the name of science: 1093 Fancy a friend?
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John Moose Posts: 276 5/25/2016	I say we train a tiger to wear hats and send it to him as a parting gift. I got a horrible, cold numb feeling from reading the announcement but I completely understand his decision and think it's great he's willing to go out and have some more adventures. And I don't think I have any reason to fear, his Neathy city is left in great hands. I, for one, welcome our new rodent overlords.
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The Dark Gentleman Posts: 188 5/26/2016	To the King of the Words, Enigmatic Leader, Lord of Seeking, his Highness the Fez-Tiger- The world you've created in Fallen London is a dark, marvelous place, and I cannot thank you enough for sharing it with us. I wish you only the very best in your next adventure, and hope that you might invite us along for whatever kind of crazy you construct... Also, I'm not crying. That's--I have allergies. Stupid mushroom spores... -- The Dark Gentleman~ Social actions welcome. Menace reductions upon request. Newspaper interviews by appointment. Falconry by invitation only. "THE HOURS FEAR THE NAMES. THE NAMES FEAR THE LONG. THE LONG FEAR THE KNOW. ALL FEAR THE HOURS."
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TheThirdPolice Posts: 609 5/26/2016	Catherine Raymond wrote: never fall afoul of Jamfall. I fear he already has: " This is the end. Hold your breath, count to se-ven. Feel the earth move and then Hear the city faaall agaaain ... Let the Jam Fall On peach crumbles Ambassador's Balls have such good canapes Let the Jam Fall Drape apocyan palls One last Black Wings skål To salute Alexis At Jam Fall " -- Excessive Corpse & Tender to Irreal Ravens Lover of Flawed Souls And with especial pride, Worst Screwup of the Decade!
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dragonridingsorceress Posts: 622 5/27/2016	Thank you, Alexis, for founding the city I love. -- DragonRidingSorceress is an Author of good standing. Mostly good standing. She's happy to accept any social action except Photographer and Loitering, but requests warnings before duping/poisoning/etc. Seeker of Names is a... being with an obsession. They're willing to accept all invitations. One who seeks to know all that is and may be. One who dances in the silence of the void. One whose fantasies make the reality come alive.
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Corran Posts: 401 5/27/2016	For some reason this news hit me hard. It's silly; it's your own decision to leave, obviously you are doing what makes you happy. I wish you all the luck in your future endeavours (and I hope they will include freelance Failbetter work). Also; I hope you have room for a live tiger wearing a hat... -- My Fallen London profile
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dov Posts: 2580 5/25/2016	I'm kinda stunned. When reading this my first instinct was to check if today is April 1st. Then I've checked again... You'll be missed, Alexis. Fallen London (and thus your work) has been part of my daily life for years, now. Thank you for all the delicious words. Best of luck in your new adventures. -- Want a sip of Hesperidean Cider? Send me a request in-game. Here's an_ocelot's guide how. (Most social actions are welcome. Please no requests to Loiter Suspiciously and no investigations of the Affluent Photographer)
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Diptych Administrator Posts: 3493 5/25/2016	It seems impossible to believe - Hatkitty's spirit shall remain in the very walls of Fallen London; our own King with a Million Words. Best of luck, Alexis, and may it be loads and loads of fun! -- Sir Frederick, the Libertarian Esotericist. Lord Hubris, the Bloody Baron. Juniper Brown, the Ill-Fated Orphan. Esther Ellis-Hall, the Fashionable Fabian.
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Wiwo Posts: 365 5/25/2016	I hope and trust that just because his formal association with FBG will be ending, he won't be a stranger. Godspeed, cryptic kitty. -- Wiwo. Almost certainly not a squid in a cunningly tailored suit. Surely. Care for some cider? Here's how to ask me for some. Strange pranks strongly preferred. Care to pet a Heptagoat? Too bad. It doesn't do anything (probably). I'm a Correspondent and would be delighted to lecture at your orphanage.
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Magmionify Posts: 32 5/26/2016	As everyone else said, best of lucks for you, Artisan of words and worlds. You will be missed. [The Airs of London change…] -- Magmionify, a Crooked-Cross lover of devilesses, intrigues, and blood... Intoxicating blood. Also, you should taste his incredible cake of rodents
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NiteBrite Posts: 1019 6/9/2016	[spoiler]Farewell Alexis, we'll always remember you for your last great works here in Fallen London. How will we ever forget your legacy as the dude behind the quirks polishers? Surely, this is the thing you will be remembered for through out the ages and not some other unimportant content ;-)[/spoiler] -- I AM currently accepting calling cards. Stats loss counter: reset, irrigo equivalent: none [00:34] <@ortab> NiteBrite's laugh is that of a condemned soul gazing into the abyss. Merciless Modiste avatar by Paul Arendt (based on an original image by Joe England) http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/TheBriteModiste
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Blaine Davidson Posts: 388 5/26/2016	I thought it was a bit foreboding when Alexis completed Flint. Alexis Kennedy wrote: it may be the last bit of FL content I write It sounds like he may have planned for this for a while now. He will be missed. -- Blaine Davidson, a reserved and sensible woman with a fondness of collecting rarities.
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DeserterKalak Posts: 94 6/7/2016	Thank you for creating this beautiful entity that generates such wonderful stories. The things you've made have entertained me endlessly.I spend far more time thinking about the Fallen London universe than I probably should, as a sensible person with a job and obligations, etc. I hope I'm not being overly melodramatic by saying that your creations have enriched my life, and I can't wait to see what you do next, if it's something you make to share with us. Interesting travels! -- https://www.fallenlondon.com/profile/DeserterKalak
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Parelle Posts: 1084 5/26/2016	Estelle Knoht wrote: For those who aren't aware, Alexis is working on Dandelion, a standalone premium app written in StoryNexus that's about a Zubmarine as his last project with FBG. On a more sinster note: edited by Estelle Knoht on 5/25/2016 Lookee here: https://mobile.twitter.com/dandelion_down -- Parelle, Lady Joseph Marlen. The Singular Librarian. A Midnighter, a Player of the Marvelous. pages from a dusty bookshop: a badly updated FL changelog \| Useful Guidance and Explanations
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LawrenceKeyworth Posts: 73 5/28/2016	Best of luck, be-fezzed tiger. Thanks for the deep layers you always added to the stories - as someone who fell in love with many of the Eliot references in Fallen London, having you in the forums darting through allusions in such a playful way was nothing short of refreshing. So long, and thanks for all the deep-zee catches. -- http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/LawrenceKeyworth
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Estelle Knoht Posts: 1751 6/3/2016	Kharsirr Lynx wrote: I am pretty much sure I heard somewhere that Alexis actual leave date is June 16. But seems like I just cannot find this anymore. Any links for said statement would be much appreciated. Ummmmmmmmm have you seen the first page of this thread -- Estelle Knoht, a juvenile, unreliable and respectable lady. I currently do not accept any catbox, cider, suppers, calling cards or proteges.
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Sara Hysaro Moderator Posts: 4514 5/26/2016	This is unexpected news, but I wish you the best in your future endeavors! You shall be missed. -- http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Sara%20Hysaro Please do not send SMEN, cat boxes, or Affluent Reporter requests. All other social actions are welcome. Are you a Scarlet Saint? Send a message my way to be added to the list.
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phryne Posts: 1351 5/26/2016	I can only echo the sentiments already stated: thank you for sharing your delicious creations with us, and the best of luck with whatever projects you'll take up next! But I do hope you find the time to write one last piece of content (just a tiny bit), well hidden and imponderable, that we'll be puzzling over for years to come... Optimatum wrote: Also, though Seeking has already addressed, what of E? As far as I am aware all the existing content is from you. I'd be very interested in that, too! Will FB's other writers continue E? -- Accounts: Bag a Legend • Light Fingers • Heart's Desire • Nemesis • no ambition Exceptional Stories, sorted by Season and by writer ― Favours & Renown Guide
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Mr Sables Posts: 597 5/26/2016	Oh, that was rather sad news to wake up to Wishing you all the best, Alexis Your writing has been wonderful, and it was always nice to know you were around on the forums and read your responses (A part of me is a tad confused though, as I always assumed Alexis owned/ran the company, so it seems strange to resign from that) :-S Best of luck in all your endeavours, too!
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Parelle Posts: 1084 5/25/2016	I'm sorry to hear it - I never interacted with him directly myself, but the London that grew from his - and many others - imagination has been a real place to me for over a year. My very best wishes for his future projects. -- Parelle, Lady Joseph Marlen. The Singular Librarian. A Midnighter, a Player of the Marvelous. pages from a dusty bookshop: a badly updated FL changelog \| Useful Guidance and Explanations
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Jermaine Vendredi Posts: 588 5/25/2016	Best of good fortune, sir. I look forward to hearing promptly about all those new and future projects so I can go and play them! -- No plant battles, please. https://www.fallenlondon.com/profile/Jermion
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TheThirdPolice Posts: 609 5/25/2016	Farewell, Alexis. I thank you for the years of Seeking and forgive you for the years of seeking new Seeking. "Lost" though you are, we'll always have Paris. Will be having Paris. Will have been willing Paris? In any case, it's time to reveal the memento of our time there, which I couldn't bring myself to bug report: -- Excessive Corpse & Tender to Irreal Ravens Lover of Flawed Souls And with especial pride, Worst Screwup of the Decade!
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Optimatum Posts: 3666 5/25/2016	Alexis, thank you for all you've done. I look forward to following whatever you may embark upon next. Also, though Seeking has already addressed, what of E? As far as I am aware all the existing content is from you. -- Optimatum, a ruthless and merciful gentleman. No plant battles, Affluent Photographer requests, or healing offers; all other social actions welcome. Want a sip of Cider? Just say hi! PM me for information enigmatic or Fated. Though the forum please, not FL itself.
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Emain Ablach Posts: 348 5/25/2016	Wow. That's unexpected... I'll miss you, Alexis, and the way you see things. I wish you to find what you seek (or what you do not seek but which is good for you, or what you think you're not seeking but in fact you are and... ahem) ! -- Went NORTH. Got salted. Never came back. We won't remember him. https://www.fallenlondon.com/profile/Emain%20Ablach
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Zephyrmoth Posts: 22 5/25/2016	Well that is very strongly out of left field as a person whose been playing for about a month. Nevertheless, I wish him all the best- someone with his skills is bound to find success in whatever venture he takes to. -- Call on me here In search of the Marvellous and "kicks" as the kids call them
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Loon Posts: 379 5/25/2016	Farewell Alexis! John Moose, I like that idea! More seriously, we've been throwing a few ideas concerning what to do about this parting on the IRC, but I'm worried about discussing anything here where he might read it. Maybe you could come over? -- My main character Krawald can be found at http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Krawald and welcomes all social actions bar photographers. My alt Loogan Cuthoat can be found at http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Loogan~Cuthoat and welcomes all social actions bar cats and photographers. My alt Ally Mooney can be found at http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Ally~Mooney and welcomes all social actions including patronage, though they are a bit confused by cats in boxes.
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fortluna Posts: 306 5/25/2016	Like everyone's said, thank you for all those words, hearty enough to taste from the other side of a screen.
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absimiliard Posts: 759 5/25/2016	Awwww. I only just arrived and I know I'll miss Alexis. I'm so terribly grateful for so much about this game that he is responsible for. I hope things go perfectly. Good luck Alexis. -- "Because, Parabola!" -- the Curious Captain Eating nightmares from friends -- and I'm easy to befriend. Absimiliard: the Black Rose of Wolfstack Docks
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Kittenpox Posts: 869 5/25/2016	I'm truly sorry to hear that. I've only been about for a couple of years but it's been thoroughly enjoyable, and I'm sorry to hear that Alexis is moving on. May you find whatever you're looking for, Alexis. :-) -- Kittenpox Current [Fabulous Diamond] count: Twenty-Five (of 50). Halfway there! ^_^ Metaphysical Caprice: 11. - Currently: Returned to the Neath, and regaining my footing in this place. :-) NO PLANT BATTLES PLEASE.
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An Individual Posts: 589 5/25/2016	Now whose going to send me digging through wiki edit histories looking for clues? Fair well Alexis. Your dark humour and obscure scavenger hunts boardering on cruelty will be missed. Best of luck with your future vic... I mean ventures. -- An Individual's Profile The RNG giveth and the RNG taketh away. Goat Farming or Cider Brewing? This browser extension may help. Want a Cider sip? Please refer to this guide before requesting. Scholaring the Correspondence? A Brief Guide to Courier's Footprint. Contemplating Oblivion? First Steps on the Seeking Road. Gone NORTH? Opened the gate? Throw your character in a well.
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Professor Strix Posts: 616 5/25/2016	Good luck, Alexis. Hope you keep making the world a more interesting place. -- The Inescapable Professor, London's Most Academic Detective. Open to consultation from Mondays to Fridays, above the Silver Binding bookshop, Veilgarden. Half the payment in advance, half after closing the case. No refunds. "THIS SATURDAY, in MAHOGANY HALL, delight your eyes with the DARING FEATS of the DAPPER ESCAPIST. Gape at his CHARM and WIT and his CLEVER TRICKS OF ILLUSIONISM. No mirrors used." --------- Social actions welcomed. Will take menaces if not currently grinding that one stat. Send them and cross your fingers. http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Professor%20Strix My alt loiters suspiciously if you want to: http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Derek%20Davis
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malaugurie Posts: 39 5/26/2016	Well, I'm nothing short of heartbroken over this new. Good luck and godspeed, Alexis! We will miss you! -- "Hey there devils it's me, ya girl Merle"
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Passionario Posts: 777 5/26/2016	Goodbye and good luck. I will miss you. -- Passionario: Profile, Story, Ending Passion: Profile, Appearance
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Grenem Posts: 2067 5/26/2016	I will miss his writing and his presence on the forumns, but FL marches on, and he's not the only good writer. i wish him the best of luck in his endeavors. -- Married!:http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/takuza I will accept all social actions that do not consume free evenings- and i will provide patronage to anyone who requests it, though it will be split between all requesters. On psudeo-hiatus. Will be inactive and active and fluctuate without warning. Grinding Favors without cards: http://community.failbettergames.com/topic22266-storylet-favors-grinding.aspx
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Catherine Raymond Posts: 2518 5/26/2016	Alexis, I'm sure all of us who have played Fallen London for more years than we care to count will miss you. May you stroke the sleek soft fur of the Internets, and never fall afoul of Jamfall. -- Cathy Raymond http://fallenlondon.com/Profile/cathyr19355 Catherine Raymond aka Mrs. Rykar Malkus http://fallenlondon.com/Profile/Catherine%20Raymond (Gone NORTH)
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imeja Posts: 22 6/6/2016	Alexis, Over the past... er... (has to go and look it up... joined Twitter in January 2010 just so I could log in... okay...) six and a bit years, you've given me incalculable pleasure with your demented prose poems. You've also annoyed the living daylights out of me on more than one occasion, but only because I cared. Flint was fantastic, and I shall definitely play your new Dandelion thing. All the best with your future endeavours. -- http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/imeja
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Tymek Posts: 50 5/28/2016	Thank-you, this game has become so dear to me and I look forward to seeing what you do next.
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Pyrodinium Posts: 639 5/27/2016	This makes me sad but I thank you for all the beautiful worlds I've visited through StoryNexus. As for me: Melancholy is increasing… -- My profiles: http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Pyrodinium (A Monster hunter on the hunt of his twin brother's killer. Overprotective dad of his twin's daughter) http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/Rudolph~of~Taured (an indeterminate person of potentially rubbery lineage) * All social actions except photographers and loitering welcome!
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malthaussen Posts: 1060 5/26/2016	Bonne chance, you crazy feline. -- Mal -- "Of two choices, I always take the third." Will do all socials except Loitering or Private Evenings (all my Free Evenings are accounted for), and Affluent Photographer Betrayals only, please. I am not currently accepting calling cards. http://fallenlondon.storynexus.com/Profile/malthaussen
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Seven is the number: a message from Alexis