The happy thread

[Bob The Mercenary]

Finally found time for a real post.

Cloud Strife - My first real bud I met on the forums. He's introduced me to new bands, anime, and most importantly, BMG! =D

BlackMageGirl! - Even though I haven't seen her post for a while, she's always up for whatever insanity is brewing in the 8bit chat. She also introduced me to the wonders and black magic of Skype. ^^

Dragonsbane - We go back to the Calvinball days. I don't exactly recall every influence he's had on me, other than the periodic pornographic remarks on instant messenger. And I think he might have scared PaulJG away.

Chicago(whothefuckknowshowtomakehissymbol)lollie - I've summoned him at times to do photoshopping for me and he's always come through. Also currently resides at the top of my "funny people" list.

RickZarber - I'm still waiting for part 2 of my epic lightsaber duel of the ages!

DJ_Starchild - He drops da beats.

Lockeownzj00 - Perpetually at odds with me and DB, we, together with TheSpacePope, make sure the discussion thread stays controversial at all times. These guys have also made me realise a lot more about myself than I wanted to know.

Raiden - He wants to kill me.

[Nikose Tyris]

TWG: For being my homoerotic lover.

[Roy_D_Mylote]

TWG, because I don't want him to be sad. And I already know I've been ninja'd by it, so I just thought I'd let it go.

And Fithfiend for being really damn funny.

[The Wandering God]

First, thanks to Nikose and Roy_D_Mylote for the support.

Yet I must apologize, as I feel that I was basically using guilt to get a response.

I had posted a post in this thread, but when someone I mentioned didn't include me in theirs, it kind of bothered me.

A lot.

Anyway, I'm sorry. It wasn't a particulary cool thing of me to do.

I'd mention the people I think are pretty groovy, but frankly, they are better than being associated with me.

The Wandering God

[Nikose Tyris]

Also, I love TWG for never being emo, or negative. he's such a happy fellow, he always brings me a laugh, or a deep thought. I actually like the guy, and have to add him to my list.

It's mildly uncool as to why he's acting emo tonight, however.

*begins to investigate*

[Mondt]

Originally Posted by fifthfiend

This one's for you, Fifthfiend.

I don't know what I'd do without you.

You so stole my idea. I was going to do this when I got home, but now I got home and you did it.

I really can't think of anybody that's been especially cool with me, and if I have, sorry. How about this:

Fenris: For putting me on your list.

And, uuhhh...

Mesden: For inviting me to chat. And such.

This is hard. Usually, my attitude is to not pick fights with people, like in real life.

Oh, and fifthfiend: For bringing the funnies, even though you stole my idea.

Everyone else: For (hopefully) not hating me.

[MasterOfMagic]

Oh, jeebus. We can't even avoid the drama in "The happy thread". All is lost.

Originally Posted by The_Wandering_God

I had posted a post in this thread, but when someone I mentioned didn't include me in theirs, it kind of bothered me.

A lot.

Anyway, I'm sorry. It wasn't a particulary cool thing of me to do.

Oh, please. I saw that Nikose hadn't put me in his, and, well, he's lucky there's the whole internet thing in between, cause I was about to backhand the fool.

Its a normal reaction. Nothing to go all "Oh, gawd! I'm such an evil bitch!" about.

I'd mention the people I think are pretty groovy, but frankly, they are better than being associated with me.

Pah. Just make your silly list. Make people happy by strokin' their ego a bit.

[Mesden]

Awwwwh, TWG, those were the people off the top of my head. I threw that post together in a minute or two.

Plus, they were all AIM friends and I WAS on AIM at that time.

I saw your post, by the way and I'm surprised I happened to be on it. Seeing as how the only real conversation we ever had has been in mafia as well as a matter we disagreed on.

Also, thanks for caring about what happened to me. Whether you people know it or not, it means a lot what you say. Though, the negative things are normally ignored. ^^

Edit: also, if I was going to thank all the people a liked on the forum...we'd be here a LOT longer. It's no offense to you, TWG, I was really just talking about AIM peoples.

[RickZarber]

Well, I've got a freakin' huge list of lovin' to dish out, so stick with me. And please excuse excessive use of the word "awesome".

First mentions go to my JAQ crew, who continue to allow me to mess with their characters in comic after comic, and who are always awesome in their support:
Skyshot ~ For helping me noodle this thing out in its inception. We don't talk enough anymore.
Flarecobra ~ My partner in crime. For continued support and a constant flow of ideas.
Demon ~ Your enthusiasm and kind nature shall never fade. "Tho you are gone I still often walk w/ you".
Loyal2NES ~ For my sprites and for your encouragements--I owe a lot to you.
Melfice ~ For being helpful and kind at all times.
BlackMageGirl! ~ For your empathy. A sweeter person could not be found.
FenrisWolf ~ For your friendship, and for a maturity far beyond your years. You rock.
Mauve Mage ~ The sprite comic wondergirl. You're truly an inspiration--awesome from day one.
Inbred Chocobo ~ For your help and support and for going along with our in-story animosity.
Dragonsbane ~ I owe most of my story to your ideas, though maybe you don't know.

Also, praise goes to the rest of the comic crew, specifically:
Phil ~ Along with Mike, The Brothers Awesome. Even if they do live in southern Virginia. (Make more flash movies!)
MammothTank ~ The man with the giant tank, the slick comics, and the aversion to pink. Get on AIM more!
ZutsuJin ~ Your art is amazing, plain and simple. Stick with it.
Arlia Janet: I'll admit to semi-stealing your style for JAQ, but it's only cause I think you're cool.

To the original gang of the NPF comics, for their inspiration and sheer awesomeness: QueenQeeko, SAAM, Chicago¤Lollie, Meister, Stephanos, Wandering Actor, Osterbaum, Armored Bishoujo, Kardin, and Thaumaturge ~ Though some of you are gone, and some don't do the comic gig any more, your legacy is eternal.

To the new batch--the next generation (this is going by "people who started after me") including but not limited to: Incindious, GreatCartoonist, Major Blood, GARUD, Thadius, and, yes, DarkCorn too ~ You guys are always showing improvement and have already earned your places in our little pantheon of comicers.

To my chat room buddies, again including but not limited to:
ApathyMan ~ Vote Apathy! is my second favorite web comic. Your wit is awesome.
Mesden ~ You scare me sometimes, but that's alright. :p
SithDarth ~ This man will probably invent something that will destroy the world... but at least he'll give us fair warning.
Twiddy ~ You are the picture of irreverence.
Cloud Strife ~ Cloud just rules. 'Nuff said.
Celes Jessa ~ The model artist and FMA fan.
Jeneralissimo ~ Bunny of wrath, only less wrath and more furry creatures.
Kneumatic Pnight ~ Eh, he's tolerable. ('Cause he's awesome!)
Raiden ~ May be a thunder god, but he's down to earth. You gotta love duality.
Silly Kitty ~ SK may be the quintessential cat girl: friendly, goofy, cute, and dirty-minded.
Bravefencer ~ You practically are chat8bit.
Elminster ~ I think half my chats last year were with you. Come back more often!

Can't forget the Mod Squad, esp. Shiney (for Justice), RaiRai (for Fairness), CroTeam (for Wit), Krylo (for Truth), and Meister (for Heart). And you can't marginalize what Kurosen and Mashirosen do. These folks are the reason we're here, and the reasons we remain.

Also:
Dj StarChild ~ For always being willing to lend a hand, and for making really awesome music.
Bob the Mercenary ~ One of the first people I met when I came here. Bob rocks.
Patrat ~ Pat was probably the first person I started talking with back when I joined. And he needs to get back to comicing. :p
Cheshire Thief ~ The only furry I don't fear. Long live the bard.
Funka Genocide ~ Though we haven't talked much since, it was discussions with Funka last year that made me realize that NPF could be a place for serious discourse as well as irreverent comedy.

And to everyone else (and anyone I've forgotten). I don't know half of you half as well as I would like, but you all, in the colloquial, pwn.

[Mesden]

Originally Posted by Rick

Can't forget the Mod Squad, esp. Shiney (for Justice), RaiRai (for Fairness), CroTeam (for Wit), Krylo (for Truth), and Meister (for Heart).

...

Sorry, this just...too perfect.

Shiney: "JUSTICE!"

RaiRai: "FAIRNESS!"

CroTeam: "WIT!"

KRYLO: "TRUTH!"

MEISTER: "HEART!"

???: "By your powers combined, I am Captain Moderator!"

"Captain Moderator! S/he's our hero! Gonna cut spam down to zero! S/he's our power magnified and s/he's fighting on the forum's side!"