And thus! ends another year. I would assume it’s time for celebration, yes? Heck, why not, it’s the end of the year practically. To all who enjoyed this year, Glad you’re satisfied. For those who didn’t, I hope 2008 will be better =)

As the year concludes, It only feels right to think about what we’ve done this past year. And since this is “MMO” Tales, it’s only appropriate for me to talk about the MMOs (Mainly Maple xP).

Hmm, my year in 2007 on Maple wasn’t exatly the best for me, but it was alright seeing as I got by it without many problems. Main thing was that on New Years of 2007, I first level’d my priest to 100. After that, I really just gave-up, for 2 reasons really. 1) no motivation to continue. 2) School.

And for those reasons, I took a brief leave of my Training and such. Of course I logged on every now and then to say hi xP. But besides that, that was about it.

Then Summer came around, I trained my priest 7 levels and then got amazingly bored once again. Now I use my Priest for weekly pap runs which our guild hosts along with some others. xP how fun..

As for my new project (or new character) my Archer became a hunter, which then became a Ranger, all in 4 months or so. Took me roughly 5 Months to get it from 1-81 too. I’m pretty proud of it xP

Well, since that’s over with, time to reminisce about the old times. (wow do I sound like an old fart or what? xP)

Maple’s had it’s up and downs in 07. I’m sure you could agree with me when I say that. There were sometimes when it was just pure utter chaos on Maple. Nexon had it’s disappointing times, however I would say they’ve compensated for that *cough* 4th job *cough*. Kudos to them, for not making us a pack of angry riotters!

Hmm..what else. Well, as I listen to some relaxing classical music and write this, it I get a sensational feeling out of writting. The year has gone by pretty quickly in my opinion, but there were some days where I thought they’d never end. OR the ended too quickly.

For me, it’s been somewhat a rough Maple year. It wasn’t exactly my best. But I pulled through it with no harm done. I’m joyous to the fact that I’m still playing. Close to 4 years now (Months away). You’d think I’d be sick of this game, right? Ahh you might be if you were thinking that. However it’s not true exactly.

I don’t stay for the gameplay, I stayed for the pals I’ve met. I’ve become dependant on them. People say that’s a bad thing, to me it isn’t. Friendship isn’t as easy as it seems. Talk to someone a lot, hang out with them, BAM! you’re friends. That’s a real life way of doing it. Sure, we all do that, but not only in life, in the game as well xP. I’m sure you all have 1 dependable person you’ve met. I’m a trusting person, and sure I get taken advantage of because of it (And yes it HAS happened). And with those experiences, I learn and become a different person inside. A Wiser person perhaps. Maybe its puberty or adolescence in which we learn humility and thus mature into Adults. I would say that’s true, but we also learn through experience. Whether it be from a game or life, we learn.

I’ll give you my opinion, Maple has changed my life in a serious manner these past few years. I’ve learnt a lot. People mask themselves behind the screen, and some aren’t afraid to show who they are(figuratively). I matured while playing Maple xP.

Hard as it may seem, but I’ve turned out pretty well. I’m doing Decent in school, I keep up with my social life, and with my buds on Maple. Sure I don’t always attend every party, and of course I don’t attend every Zakum or Papulatus run I get invited to, but It doesn’t matter. Everything is balanced xP.

Wow, I got off topic sorta didn’t I? Well, for those still reading, Congradulations! You’re awesome Here’s a cookie for your time -Mails a cookie-

Brief finisher…

This past year has been a great experience for me, both good and bad. I’ve learn from my mistakes, my flaws, and my weaknesses. In doing so, by learning I’ve matured into a wiser, Adult/Childish type of guy. Yay me? xP

Well, I hope your year(s) was and will be, as much of an experience as it was for me. Despite this being a game, experience is experience. We learn every step of the way in the game we call life. Life’s a game, play it for what it is. Its not easy, but work hard and learn more about it. You’re bound to succeed.

So, reflect and rejoice! the year is over, and now begins another…A Toast! for the years and experiences to come! -cheers-

2 Quotes to end the year off for me.

1)We should illuminate the days of reminiscence….so we may build off our past…for a better future that lies ahead… (My own Quote)
2) Don’t ask for it, go out and win it; Do that and you’ll be rewarded (the Anime Eureka 7)

And for the first time I’ve said in this blog…

Happy New Year!

SplitStrafer, Broan Ranger. Proud Mapler. Good Bye 2007 <3