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| 22 Sep 2013 09:13 PM |
tl;dr and heartfelt warning
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Well, here we are. I honestly hoped it wouldn't have to come to this. But sadly, It has.
I have watched RAT ever since the day it began. I watched it grow, the changes in leadership, the wars it faced, and the struggles it encountered. Although, I never really decided to focus on the group and attempt to become a high rank until 3 months ago.
My first experiences with RAT were, to put it quite simply, fun. I met amazing people, formed strong friendships, and went to so many fun events and trainings. I rose in the ranks considerably fast, reaching Supervisor in nearly three weeks. Before I knew it, I was given a chance as a Marshal under Nuke009, and eventually under LivingAnomaly.
Now, as most people are when they first join RAT, I was quite enthusiastic. I wanted to make a change. I wanted to help RAT move forward and become better. So naturally, I hosted trainings every day, I proposed new ideas, and hosted events for member feedback whenever I could. You could say I devoted an EXTREMELY large amount of my time to RAT. By the time September came around, I was an Admiral. That's when things really started to take a turn.
This post won't consist of any direct attacks. Believe me, there's been more than enough of those. But I will be sharing my opinion on everything that happened.
After a week of being an Admiral, a large percentage of the high command (including 2 of 3 Great Admirals) assembled to discuss a large variety of ideas to bring up to Cj at the next meeting. One of those ideas did include the idea of Cj stepping down from leadership. (Keep in mind that this was only because we KNEW Cj was very busy with school, and he had voiced ideas of leaving on his own prior to this meeting.) This was in no way intended to be taken as a rebellion. Sadly, it was.
The next day, many High Ranks that voiced this opinion were exiled and demoted. I was one of these, but that wasn't my main concern. High Ranks that had been loyal RAT for YEARS lost their position because of this.
Instead of taking these ideas we proposed into consideration and looking into WHY they were proposed in the first place, departments were removed, permissions of the high command were taken away, and those who refused to take a stand were rewarded.
That doesn't sound like a stable command structure, does it?
Now, this happened about two weeks ago. For the past week, I stood back and just observed RAT. I hosted events here and there, but mostly I just watched. I watched the posts on the Inperium wall, the high ranks, and everything going on in RAT. Honestly, it saddened me. Repetitive trainings were hosted back to back, teaching the same exact skills over and over. The fun and life of RAT was dwindling for me. It had seemed that RAT had lost it's color (which is kind of ironic considering it's known for being monochrome).
And now, we get to the last point.
Now, as most people know, someone did betray RAT. That person happened to be a part of one of the groups that I have been in for quite a long time. This group consists of my closest friends. Friends that I have been with for roughly five years. When High Ranks in RAT noticed I was in this group, I was given an ultimatum. Either I left this group, or I would be removed from RAT.
I had always tried to be the mediator. I had tried to do everything I could to get RAT back on track and rising to greatness once again. And I was being threatened with exile.
This really made me think. And I came to the conclusion that I would rather stick with my friends than have an honestly meaningless rank in a clan that was losing it's spark.
And after that long speech, I must say goodbye. There are many good people in RAT that I hate to leave, but sadly, I must.
I will miss all of you.
To those of RAT:
PointlessChris24: You were one of the first friends that I saw was in RAT, and you were one of the reasons I decided to devote my time to it as well. You've given me advice, worked with me, helped me, and your devotion to the group is truly inspiring. I wish you the best, and we'll definitely talk in the future.
Lilipad45, TrollRage25, and shipnoob123: My british friends. Ship, I met you through Alex. You are a great person, and I'm so happy that you finally made it to Marshal. I see a bright future for you. Tom and Lili, I wish you both happiness together. Congratulations on Marshal and Admiral.
Scaperoblox: My old marshal and an amazing friend. I always saw promise in you. Keep in touch.
Animatez: Don't be afraid to speak your opinion. It means something, and it can make a difference.
ISY111: Sarcasm is the key to success.
Watchfulezio: You made a great member in RAT, and you'll make an even better Marshal. Keep in touch.
LivingAnomaly: My old marshal buddy and admiral who's incredible at art. I just want you to remember that even in the darkest times, there will always be light ahead. Keep in touch.
Fabiao: You've become a very good friend of mine, and I'm sorry that it has come to this. I'll miss you and your amazing combat skills. Keep in touch.
DELTASQUAD7000: You're going to make a wonderful Admiral. I can tell. Keep in touch.
Relictus: We became pretty good friends. I'm going to miss you, Rel. Keep in touch.
Mike82098: Probably the best High Rank in RAT history. I hate to see you lose hope as I did. I'll miss you. Keep in touch.
Nuke009: We were very good friends for a while. However, it appears I lost your trust. I'm sorry that it came to that. Good luck with Great Admiral.
Cj10127: I'm sorry that it had to come to this. I wish you the best with RAT, and I hope that maybe one day you'll realize what you are doing. Until then, my friend.
To my other friends:
Rattlemans: I have known you for the longest in my time on this game, and you are one of my closest friends. We started a legacy of groups together. And I hope that legacy will continue for times to come.
Hekal: you came in like a wrecking ball
Skyman772: You gave me hope for RAT. Your loyalty and commitment to it was truly inspiring. When you left, RAT lost one of its best. There's a lot more, but that would make this post even more tl;dr than it already is.
Klasseh: pax #teamjubbly
JadenYuki555: One of my oldest friends as well. Thanks for finally being able to VC seany.
Goodbye, everyone. It's been fun.
-Ex Honor Immortal Admiral GreenLink91 |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:14 PM |
i dont care~ i dont love it either
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Klasseh
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:14 PM |
#teamjubblie4lyf
so much pax so little time
"byebye rat." -Molly
KVoL |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:15 PM |
| i cam in lik a recking ballllll |
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Skyman772
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:15 PM |
From the day you joined RAT; I saw potential in you. You were an Admiral in your prime and I knew you could reach it.
You may think my commitment was inspiring but yours was so much more.
You are truly talented, Molly.
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:15 PM |
and RSC claims another
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:17 PM |
rat bout to get rekt son
KVoL |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:18 PM |
rattle, get outta here. appreciate the goodbye for what it is |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:18 PM |
Yay! Joking. xD
-Fart not when people are around, but when you're completely surrounded. |
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Hekal
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:18 PM |
So now it's time to leave and make it alone I know that I can't take no more It ain't no lie I wanna see you out that door Baby, bye, bye, bye... BYEBYE! |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:18 PM |
@theprestige
wanna go? i'll mess you up. |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:21 PM |
admit it you dont like cj you left because rat is trash now
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:22 PM |
Bye Green/ Molly =(
if I had wings I'd give it to a pig so all my dreams would come true |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:24 PM |
edits
Living = dr tyrone
Gagaohoh1515: I'll miss you at your 90 prestige. Good luck in the future. |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:24 PM |
Gomen Molly Nee. I'll miss you. |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:26 PM |
| Thank you Greenlink. You've tought me many things. Alot of stuff, without you. I would have not become a better and skill fighter. I'm ranking fast in lots of group. Good luck with RSA. Thank you for helping me when you were a HR in RAT. |
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| 22 Sep 2013 09:26 PM |
Rattle, I'd have to back Pres here.
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