Gonzo has been a superb roleplayer, coming out of nowhere with a character decision that single-handedly steered the Kaustir plot. By having K'Larr fuck over the Czar, he hurled himself beyond the point of no return. This kind of ballsy decision to put himself in the firing line is something we want to see more of. Great stories begin at the point where something goes wrong. Gonzo proves this.
Dotcom has been with us since the start and has shown great characterization. She is leading the way on depicting the Avian mentality, and has also juxtaposed some great comic relief with the grimdark questing themes. She has responded intelligently and intriguingly to a series of big events, and been a picture of chill throughout the creative process. She is an example of a great player.
ET has likewise been with us from the start and played a truly memorable character. By stealing a dragon egg she has, like K'Larr, put herself in the narrative firing line, for better or worse. The character she plays is a difficult one, but not once has she broken from the challenge. The emotions of pack mentality, motherhood and feral anxiety resound in every post.
Zen has truly come into her own in this roleplay, and led the Kaustir plot as a central protagonist. Her character is a unifying one, with human frailties and subtle backstory, which she has revealed in expert ways. Like those above, she hurled her character straight out of her comfort zone and is roleplaying in circumstances of constant peril. We could not ask for more from a player.
Saphen has come in as a new Iwakuan and endured relative isolation in Viridos. With Ironblood's expedition dominating, he has roleplayed alone and on the sidelines. However, he has conducted himself superbly in this time. Read his posts and you will see strong storytelling, linking into the greater plot and bringing his character to a central position. More than any other player, he has captured the feel of Viridos and presented a character that it truly emblematic of the Green Nation. And he has done so under his own initiative. For this, we thank him.
