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Mount & Blade Warband: Napoleonic Wars => Community => Topic started by: Tardet on January 15, 2018, 05:57:20 am

Title: It's been a pleasure.
Post by: Tardet on January 15, 2018, 05:57:20 am
I doubt it will come as a surprise to most of you after the recent events (me backing up from the 7v7 Tournament, leaving the 85e etc ..) but I'm going to stop Napoleonic Wars actively (and all other warband modules for that matter). Now I know that people saying they were 'leaving' has been a thing pretty much since the birth of the community and making a post to 'announce' it, can be seen as highly pathetic by a few. But I've always been one from cringe topics and it actually kind of bothered me to go without saying a lil' good bye.

I have been playing warband for nearly 7 years now and never really completed stopped it, only gave more focus to certain communities like native when I was a bit tired with NW in 2016 for instance. In every communities I've played in, warband wise, I've always felt the need to involve me as the best of my communities because I don't know any other way to do it, simple as. But despite me thinking at some point that Native was going to have the upper-hand on NW, forced to admit that it wasn't the case. Napoleonic Wars will always be my first and best community despite the amazing experiences and encounters I've made on Native too (also part of the reasons why I don't post a message on Taleworlds for example). I've also always told myself that the day I wouldn't feel the vibe, even not a little, I would stop. And this day has come. There is only very few stuff left to clear such as who is going to replace me as moderator of the French forum and its something Carabino and I have already been looking into but for the rest, my posts on the forums and my in game activity have already been decreasing by a large margin those last few days/weeks and it won't become better as the time goes.

I know many people are going to expect a 'Tardet's novel' or something along that line, with me thanking all the people who mattered in those seven years. Well you're going to get a novel one way or another because I can't summarize things for shit even if my whole life depended on it however, true is that to give to those people the recognition they actually deserve, it would take me approximatively the same time needed to write an actual novel, like a book one.

However, a question which often came back when I was discussing with people throughout the years was to explain what were the reason(s) which kept me interested and motived to involve myself in different aspect of the M&B communities and especially on Napoleonic Wars. Among all the answers I could have think of, from the weird-but-unique gameplay which has always fascinated me, to the high competition which never cease to existed, and the diversity of the events that are organised, there is one which always stood out more than any others.

Mount and Blade Warband effectively represents 7500h of my life, the time spent on Napoleonic War being approximatively 50% of it if not more. 7500h. 325 days. 450000 minutes. 2700000 seconds. Nearly a whole year playing that game. And if I don't regret a single second of it, this is mainly because I was given this unique chance to encounter thousands of exceptional people which all impacted my gaming experience in one way or another. I've never been part of the greatest players, never the most talented leader, certainly not the best event organizer. And despite what people may think, I do strongly believe there are hundreds of people who contributes daily into making this community a better, more enjoyable and more interesting place; way better than I will ever do, but who get eventually unnoticed. However, if there is one thing I've always been good at, it’s always seeing the best in most people. Or at least trying to.

My last message is dedicated this to all the wonderful members of this community I had the chance to meet. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Words will never do enough justice to your greatness.

I had a blast.

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Post by: Kuni Garu on January 15, 2018, 06:02:28 am
have a wonderful life ahead it was good knowing you from the time we met and thanks for the tips even tho I didn't listen love - Kuni good luck tardet you did a lot of amazing stuff for nw
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Post by: |Viper| on January 15, 2018, 06:11:51 am
Though we both hate each other I wish you the best of luck in the future Tardet.
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Post by: Keita on January 15, 2018, 07:04:43 am
Even if we had our disagreements, it's sad to see such a veteran and someone who had a large impact on this community leave.

Best of luck in the future.
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Post by: Jakester on January 15, 2018, 07:19:04 am
You're a great writer and although I never knew you, I always read the long posts and appreciated your formatting ability.
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Post by: Fwuffy on January 15, 2018, 07:29:58 am
Happy to see this snake go, ditched me in the 5v5 league!

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It's incredibly saddening to see you go Tardet, you truly were a luminary in this community and the mark you've left is immeasurable. Don't forget us please, as we'll certainly never forget you. <3
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Post by: Dark_Knight on January 15, 2018, 08:14:21 am
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Post by: Benallo on January 15, 2018, 08:23:51 am
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(https://tse3.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.hKG9YzLMVhZbK8aicpfqyAD6D6&pid=15.1&P=0&w=300&h=300)
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Post by: Frittentime on January 15, 2018, 08:32:06 am
Good luck !
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Post by: Dokletian on January 15, 2018, 09:58:24 am
With that post you made me a bit prouder to be in our community, really an awesome text. You always had a talent for that.
Truly sad seeing you leaving, that's for sure.

I wish you best of luck for your future life!

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Post by: John Price on January 15, 2018, 10:00:33 am
"Its been a pleasure."

Has it really though?!

Good luck you old coon, I hope that when Bannerlord releases this year (Please lord) then we shall see you there.
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Post by: Herishey on January 15, 2018, 10:27:17 am
I regret every minute you played this game.  :-*
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Post by: Nero_ on January 15, 2018, 10:53:16 am
 :-*
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Post by: Gi on January 15, 2018, 12:45:38 pm
We can only hope that someone comes along with just as much class and passion for this community as you have shown.
Good luck in the future and thanks for your work
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Post by: Sanders on January 15, 2018, 02:05:33 pm
Happy to see this snake go, ditched me in the 5v5 league!

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It's incredibly saddening to see you go Tardet, you truly were a luminary in this community and the mark you've left is immeasurable. Don't forget us please, as we'll certainly never forget you. <3
I'll miss my favorite frenchie  :'( :'( :'(
Title: Re: It's been a pleasure.
Post by: Tardet on January 15, 2018, 02:59:56 pm
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Thanks!

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Appreciated you took the time to drop a message nontheless man. Good luck for the RGL versus the 85e, its going to be an amazing match, that I have no doubt.

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The fact you took the time the time to write a message despite us never talking is truly touching. Thanks a lot for your words man!

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From the time I've met you in the 91st to the 'short' but really enjoyable moments we had in the 5v5 NA Leagues, it goes without saying it was a shared pleasure to know you and consider you as a friend and I will hardly ever be able to forget you as we'll undoubtably stay in touch. Thanks for everything positive you've brought to me  Fwuffy, our relation had this 'magic' touch only NiP fangays can understand.

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(https://media2.giphy.com/media/eoFeHtdjnquDm/200.webp#41-grid1)

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The cavalry community still has some bright days as long as people like you are still around. Was a pleasure riding against such a talented leader and player.

(https://static01.nyt.com/images/2012/12/17/blogs/17rdv-depardieu-image-2/17rdv-depardieu-image-2-hpMedium.jpg)

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Can't say meeting you was a pleasure but when you don't have the choice, you do with what you've right?! Jokes aside, you're a bit of a silly sometimes but I'm atleast twice as worse as you and its still good to see people standing for what they are nowdays. Thanks for all those wonderful moments we had friend, I will buy Bannerlord for sure but for now, I know its for the SP mostly. I'm open for surprises tho!

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This tournament we won together surely was one of the worse moment in my life.

:-*

:-[ :-* ::) :'(

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The only regret I have is meeting and talking to you so late. You've one of those amazing and refreshing personality which certainly positivly influenced my last year on NW. Don't search too far for a replacement such as the one you described, you won't find it except by looking at a mirror.

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Had a wonderful time playing with a NA god, Sleek is washed up.
Title: Re: It's been a pleasure.
Post by: Rastignac on January 15, 2018, 03:12:40 pm
It's been a pleasure.

Sure it was.

(https://ci.memecdn.com/6114482.jpg)

Have some yoghurt before you leave.

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fUE8MtbBLIY/maxresdefault.jpg)
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Post by: Sleek on January 15, 2018, 03:23:49 pm
good riddance less french players is always best for the community
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Post by: SpicyDwarf on January 15, 2018, 03:54:24 pm
Best of luck with whatever you decide to spend all your free time on now Tardet. I know we've never really had chance to speak much but I've always enjoyed reading your 'essays' ;) for your insightful and thoughtful views. You're the nice guy that this community has never deserved  :-*
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Post by: Golden. on January 15, 2018, 04:15:45 pm
Good luck with your future Tardet.

I don't think any of us would mind though if you happended to pop back on the game in the future  ;)
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Post by: lonedoge on January 15, 2018, 05:24:02 pm
sad to see you go tardet good luck with whatever you decide to do in the future  :'(
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Post by: Kore on January 15, 2018, 05:38:39 pm
Sad to see another cool friend leave.  :'( Good luck with whatever there is ahead of you.

Make sure to check us never stopping nolifers from time to time tho!
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Post by: Riddlez on January 15, 2018, 05:41:46 pm
Wrong thread. There already is a post for this.
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Post by: Tardet on January 15, 2018, 05:58:47 pm
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NA getting the gold next NWWC?

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Will do Kore, for sure.

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Much appreciated SpicyDwarf, we may have never talked much that's right but same as Captian Jack, that makes your message even nicer.

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Thanks mate, always good to know.

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Thanks Lonedoge!

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If any moderator deem it worth a lock, they will take the required actions ;)
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Post by: Herishey on January 15, 2018, 06:20:42 pm
Can I be the French language mod now btw?
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Post by: Harford on January 15, 2018, 06:41:51 pm
nah ill be the next one with a cool green name

oh btw lol couldnt even led french cav to the win in 2016 while i could have
noOb
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Post by: Janne on January 15, 2018, 07:15:30 pm
no last tl;dr?
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Post by: Tardet on January 15, 2018, 07:25:22 pm
no last tl;dr?

I love you.
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Post by: AeroNinja on January 15, 2018, 09:10:22 pm
I will miss you Tardet. I still remember when we had a huge beef on the old K-KA thread. But then later I added you on Steam and now we are close to best friends in this community. Your work here around the forums and also on TaleWorlds is really astonishing. You have left a huge mark within the Competitive aspect of the game. Not to forget your loads of work as moderator.

I hope I can still catch you sometimes on Steam. We had a huge blast together in the 17e. I wish you best of luck in all your endeavors. I hope we can still talk to each other from time to time on Steam or even on Teamspeak.
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Post by: Risk_ on January 15, 2018, 09:17:58 pm
The first time you came into a 3eVolt event a while back, it was such a blast to have you! I remember everyone asking you to pronounce CplFop with the French accent xD From then it was always great to have you in an event and be in our community.

I will miss you Tardet, you're an amazing person and good luck with everything! <3
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Post by: Theodin on January 15, 2018, 09:22:52 pm
So this is where my feelings of abandonment come from.
We’ll win the 5v5 for you, bon voyage etc
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Post by: Eamon on January 15, 2018, 09:32:10 pm
We never really spoke too much but despite that, i have enjoyed your contributions to the community and as somebody who still has to kick the warband bug sometime in the future, i understand the decisions to take a break and come back to NW after a while, but iv never been able to get away from it fully, so props to you. Good luck in the future !
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Post by: Harford on January 15, 2018, 11:15:35 pm
post ou cancer
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Post by: Furrnox on January 15, 2018, 11:26:11 pm
Au revoir Tardet! Thanks for everything you've given this community!
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Post by: Sinjide on January 16, 2018, 12:04:35 am
à plus dans l'bus
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Post by: Tardet on January 16, 2018, 12:20:33 am
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Thanks NiPhix ;)

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Had an amazing time in the 3eVolt/91st with all of you boys, the atmopshere was lovely and I will miss it without a doubt.

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I trust you to carry those newbs Theo. Show them the way.

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Thanks man, likewise!

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Merci Furrnox!

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A demain dans le train.
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Post by: Zarwen on January 16, 2018, 01:08:19 am
Ciao l'artiste
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Post by: Windflower on January 16, 2018, 02:52:55 am
I hate you
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Post by: Caskie on January 16, 2018, 03:13:44 am
Seen better farewell messages. Sorry but its going to be a no from me
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Post by: Theodin on January 16, 2018, 03:16:30 am
Seen better farewell messages. Sorry but its going to be a no from me
nice profile picture fangay
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Post by: Caskie on January 16, 2018, 03:21:15 am
Nice mic you have mr mute
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Post by: Theodin on January 16, 2018, 03:41:29 am
Nice mic you have mr mute
thanks man
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Post by: Windflower on January 16, 2018, 04:11:34 am
Seen better farewell messages. Sorry but its going to be a no from me
I hate you too bitch
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Post by: Caskie on January 16, 2018, 04:18:08 am
Seen better farewell messages. Sorry but its going to be a no from me
I hate you too bitch
Extremely rude
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Post by: Kore on January 16, 2018, 12:51:56 pm
Now don't be a vetro and come back in 2 weeks only to "quit again"

Tardet is not 14
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Post by: Zahari on January 16, 2018, 12:55:16 pm
Good bye my friend from 75e :(
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Post by: Nero_ on January 16, 2018, 12:56:42 pm
Now don't be a vetro and come back in 2 weeks only to "quit again"

Tardet is not 14
and Tardet will be missed
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Post by: Earth Bby on January 16, 2018, 01:03:30 pm
Lock now?
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Post by: Lone on January 16, 2018, 01:48:08 pm
Sad to see such a nice person leaving. I wish you the very best, hopefully we see you in BL.
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Post by: Tardet on January 16, 2018, 03:52:14 pm
Seen better farewell messages. Sorry but its going to be a no from me

I suppose I have no choice but staying then. ;)

Now don't be a vetro and come back in 2 weeks only to "quit again"

I will try not to disappoint!

Good bye my friend from 75e :(

Some of my best memories come with you and the 14pk. We had some really good times that I'm not going to forget anytime soon. Thanks man.

Sad to see such a nice person leaving. I wish you the very best, hopefully we see you in BL.

I hope we do Lone, we stay in touch anyways.
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Post by: John Price on January 16, 2018, 04:11:44 pm
Seen better farewell messages. Sorry but its going to be a no from me

I suppose I have no choice but staying then. ;)
Don't play with my emotions...

Still upset that Pricey + Tardet didnt play together more! Only some matches here and there :'(
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Post by: Tardet on January 16, 2018, 04:14:36 pm
Wouldn't have been a fair match-up for any other teams / regiments my dude.
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Post by: Nero_ on January 16, 2018, 04:16:58 pm
atleast get rid of the santa hat, don't be like chriseh.
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Post by: John Price on January 16, 2018, 04:22:06 pm
atleast get rid of the santa hat, don't be like chriseh.
I have had this avatar for 3 years without changing it now xD
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Post by: Cazasar on January 16, 2018, 06:22:42 pm
Fuck Tardet, now its down to 1 English speaking Frenchmen!


You are a great human being. Honest, intelligent, motivated, friendly. I can only wish you the best :)
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Post by: DarkTemplar on January 16, 2018, 06:41:32 pm
Sad to see one of the few mature people in this community is leaving  :-X

All I can say is thank you for your work and time you spent on FSE.
Good Luck in the future :)
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Post by: Cara on January 16, 2018, 06:54:55 pm
It's been a pleasure  ;)
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Post by: Nosswill on January 16, 2018, 09:49:22 pm
Playing against the 75e as the 7te was always great fun and one of the few enjoyable 1v1s I played. I mostly know you as one of the most experienced and friendliest french players there is. Being together in the 92nd, I also appreciate you as a person.
I always compared Moskito and me to you and Sinjide due to the fact that you two are a competent melee duo and especially not arrogant. (as other french players nowadays)

Your value to this community is overwhelming and quite impressive, as almost anybody here knows you or your work. I wish you good luck for the future on whatever you are doing.

Ps: One MacFie is way better than 100 MacFarlans :)
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Post by: Sinjide on January 16, 2018, 10:54:35 pm
Ps: One MacFie is way better than 100 MacFarlans :)

(https://media.giphy.com/media/W5YVAfSttCqre/giphy.gif)
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Post by: Dom13WorstNW on January 16, 2018, 11:06:07 pm
oh no i think i detect cyber bullying
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Post by: John Price on January 16, 2018, 11:11:50 pm
Now don't be a vetro and come back in 2 weeks only to "quit again"

Tardet is not 14
I’m 16   :P and I came back for NickCole.

Dont be a Hawkince and think you can actually win CR with a lisp like that.
I mean, everyone likes Tardet AND Kore at least 99% more than they like you little man :'(
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Post by: |Viper| on January 16, 2018, 11:13:42 pm
Now don't be a vetro and come back in 2 weeks only to "quit again"

Tardet is not 14
I’m 16   :P and I came back for NickCole.

Dont be a Hawkince and think you can actually win CR with a lisp like that.
I mean, everyone likes Tardet AND Kore at least 99% more than they like you little man :'(
Good for them at least I still have a 1% chance ;)
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Post by: Cazasar on January 16, 2018, 11:34:26 pm
Honestly does ANYONE dislike Tardet? At all?
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Post by: Fwuffy on January 16, 2018, 11:35:51 pm
Honestly does ANYONE dislike Tardet? At all?
I do, think he's a bish.
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Post by: Harford on January 16, 2018, 11:56:52 pm
i do aswell
sometimes
some
times
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Post by: Tardet on January 17, 2018, 12:03:03 am
Honestly does ANYONE dislike Tardet? At all?

Some do and have excellent reasons for it, i'm far to be perfect, trust me. Thanks for your comment anyways Casazar, was a pleasure knowing and talking to you, as you too have been more than a valuable asset for this community.

Thanks aswell for your comment Noswill, we have a lot of common memories, and some of those actually built the community the way it is nowdays. I think its safe to assume Sinjide and I have the same respect for you and Moskito has you undoubtably have been my favorite german duo for years. #Oreos  And there is no superior ones between MacFie or MacFarlane. Both simply win NWLs in spectular fashion, together.

From that point forward I'm going to lock this topic as I don't want the thread to turn into trashtalks or whatever. Thanks once more for all your positive comments, everyone.