Specter on 12/4/2013 at 02:51
Quote Posted by Skaadi
Ah yes, this is what I wanted to talk to you guys about.
So, after discussions with various people last night, I've decided not to go through with the messages thing here. So I guess I owe you guys an explanation. As you all know, this whole thing pretty much started on the EM forums, where they'd offered to help out with the messages, and even expand on the project. However even before coming here I'd been having some reservations about EM being the ones to send it off, as I wasn't sure how that was going to fly tact wise etc etc, so long story short, when you guys offered a solution (with the theatre fb page,) I think I jumped into it too quickly.
Basically I'd already agreed to the project with EM, and they were nice enough to agree to help me out with it (now before I go on, at this point I'm really not looking to get back into the whole EM politics discussion, we've spent a stressful few days debating it so let's just leave it lie, but I do feel I owe you guys an explanation,) so with that being said, it was kinda wrong of me to go back on that without properly thinking it through.
So yes I know I'm backsliding on what I said I'd do, and that's going to annoy a lot of you (honestly, I'm annoyed at myself here more than anything, for not thinking this stuff through.)
However that doesn't mean the messages thing over here can't still go ahead, because I think it's important you guys be able to get your messages across in your own way, according to your principals and without fear of censorship or whatever other reservations you might have. That being said, it doesn't make much sense for me to be starting the thread, as my main purpose was to bring the messages from the other forum over, and that's not going to be happening. So go ahead and do this thing in whatever way you guys want :)
And honestly, this really was supposed to be a simple thing. Its just a damn thank you thing, I really shouldn't have let it escalate into a weeks worth of arguments. I just want to go back to basics on the damn thing, so I'm keeping it in the EM forum.
So, as stated in the quote, if you're inclined to come on over to the other forums, that's great. If not, completely ok.
At least its been an interesting week :/
You're in a tough spot, and you can only ever do what you think is right. No one should fault you for that. I'm sorry that your great idea has suffered as a result of things beyond your control. I can certainly understand not wanting to back away from EM after they offered to help you. Bottom line, in my mind, is that you have nothing to feel bad about.
jtr7 on 12/4/2013 at 02:54
And like I've said, already, Skaadi, EM won't really want us over there. They'd be censoring us left and right. It's why we LEFT! Our gratitude is to S.R., not Square-Enix, not Eidos-Montreal.
Specter on 12/4/2013 at 02:56
Quote Posted by New Horizon
I noticed Harland's message no longer exists. That didn't take long. :D
I don't understand why they would remove his and not mine.
New Horizon on 12/4/2013 at 03:15
Quote Posted by Specter
I don't understand why they would remove his and not mine.
Probably because he directly criticized EM by saying their actions were hypocritical. I've learned that's a no no.
Vae on 12/4/2013 at 03:32
...Even though when perfectly true, and delivered in sincere, constructive fashion.
BrokenArts on 12/4/2013 at 03:33
I shall follow suit and thank Mr. Russell. May we call you Stephen? I feel like I've known you for years, yet we have never met. Your voice rings true to so many of us. Your voice has brought many smiles to our faces. We can't begin to thank you for all the work you have done for our beloved Thief game. Here is wishing much success to your future endeavors, you will always be Garrett to me, and to so many others. Stephen, you will always be the voice of Garrett. (I almost want to cry.)
Vae on 12/4/2013 at 03:35
That was sweet, BA...I haven't seen you for a while...glad you could join us on this great day...:)
Dia on 12/4/2013 at 03:52
Well said, B'Arts! And it's good to see you back here again!
xxxoooxxx
Goldmoon Dawn on 12/4/2013 at 03:53
Quote Posted by BrokenArts
Your voice rings true to so many of us. Your voice has brought many smiles to our faces. We can't begin to thank you for all the work you have done for our beloved Thief game.
Looking Glass had a long history with the computer role playing game designers of old, and yes, when Thief: The Dark Project finally came out, a rabid and dedicated underground following sprang forth here at TTLG. This was because, in comparison to the gaming industry as a whole, Thief was truly a masterpiece, not only with story and level design, but also the technology of the Dark Engine itself. The Missions were beautifully rendered, crafted for hours of exploration, and the characters and dialogue added an element to the atmosphere that made it come to life. This was indeed one of the very first games ever on this scale with spoken dialogue. Playing through the game that first time as a dedicated fan of LGS, your voice brought the experience to life often times making me laugh. Notable mentions to the other voice actors in the game as well, as they were obviously under the same "magical spell" as the rest of the team.
Azaran on 12/4/2013 at 03:56
Quote Posted by New Horizon
I've learned that's a no no.
It seems more and more things are a no no in the Eidos forums.
