Retirement

[Cormactopia Prime]

As most of you have probably noticed, I haven't been all that active for the past couple months, and there's a reason for that. I just don't find anything about NationStates fun anymore and try as I might, I can't find anything fun or worthwhile to do here at this point. I'm not going to badmouth the game -- it is what it is, and maybe it's more me than it is the game. Regardless, if it's not fun anymore, then what is the point? I've been asking myself that question for the past couple months and I never have an answer for myself. The truth is I think this game has just become something I'm dependent on over the past six years (!), that it's more of an emotional crutch now than a game. That isn't healthy.

So, I'm pulling the plug on the dependence. This is my retirement post. I won't be back this time, I hope.

To those of you who have been my friends over the years -- you all know who you are -- I wish you nothing but the best in life, and all the best in NationStates as well. You guys have been great friends and I think probably the biggest reason I've struggled to give up this game is because I didn't want to give you up, and I knew to do the former I would also have to do the latter, or I would find myself right back here. So that said, I love you all, but you won't be hearing from me again. Please don't take it as me not valuing your friendships over the years. But I need a clean break from NationStates. Again, I wish all of you the very best in your lives and I hope life has nothing but great things in store for you. Just in case there was any lack of clarity given what has transpired between us since 2016, I include Tim in this too. You've been my friend for years and I'm sorry I've treated you the way I have over the past couple years. It's been inexcusable, and all I can really say is that I'm sorry and thank you for your friendship.

To those of you who are more acquaintances than friends, or to those of you who don't like me or vice versa, I wish you the best as well. I hope everyone still playing NationStates continues to have fun with it. I hope you'll all be better to each other, and better than I've been to many of you.

Best wishes to everyone, and good luck in your lives and in this game.

[RiderSyl]

I'm totally out of line for saying this, but nobody else will.
You're making the right decision for yourself, and for her. Remember that.

Don't come back to this hellish drug.

[Reploid Productions]

Once it stops being fun, then yeah, that's probably a sign to let it go. Safe journeys out there in IRL land!

[Vincent Drake]

Strongly agree that NS should be something done for fun. If it's not fun or creates its own stress, it's time to step back.

Good luck, Cormac!

[Altinsane]

Good luck out there, C. We'll miss you.

[Tim-Opolis]

All the best, mate.

[Th Empire of Wymondham]

Best of luck Cormac you were a legend at this game, not to mention someone who all new Osirians aspired to be like and I wish you all the best in your life.

[Dream Killers]

You brought a certain passion and fire to this game that few can wield to the effect that you have, Cormac. It is sad to see you go, but ultimately for the best. I echo the sentiments of those who have posted before me as well. I hope that things work out for you in your endeavors and that if you do indeed return to NationStates one day it will be entirely on your terms. Good luck Cormac. You will be missed.

[Indo-Malaysia]

Good luck!

[Malphe]

M'kay. Fair.

[Greater Moldavi]

Good luck to you.

[Marilyn Manson Freaks]

Good luck.

[The United Artherian Federation]

Cya bud.

[Vulturret]

Good luck, have fun in the RL world... I've missed you arguing with Tim and Glen on the GP forum the last couple of months

[Kyorgia]

Good bye and good luck in real life. Always respected you even when on different sides of the argument or even a coup.

[Regensey]

Good luck. Always ask us when you need help.
-Oak

[Feux]

Banning you from places was a fun time. Don't come back, game is no good for anyone's health.

[Tinhampton]

You had a good run, Cormac... probably the best run I've ever seen that didn't get a nice shiny Commendation badge from the SC. So long.

[Dalimbar]

*raises his glass* Take care of yourself, Cormac.

[Eluvatar]

It's been a long ride. I'm glad that at least part of the ride was fun.

I wish you the best of luck going forward.

[Weed]

Y'know somehow I believe you this time. Good luck. I hope you stop by from time to time.

[Blood Wine]

Good luck dude, your state of being comes before all

[The Stalker]

Y'know somehow I believe you this time. Good luck. I hope you stop by from time to time.

I was thinking the same thing.

Best of luck Cormac, you always were interesting.

[Todd McCloud]

Have a good one. All the best.

[Unibot III]

Have fun in that big bad world out there and don't be a stranger, Cormac. It was always a pleasure sharing a gossip and a laugh with you, regardless of which side of the fence you were on.