Well, well, well. Even if for one last time... it's good to hear from you, old friend.
So, before I get to the soliloqouy, let me first say, I'm sorry. For a lot, really. For my dumb, immature attitude when I first joined here. For all those times you and I got into heated discussions or disagreements. Even recently, when you left, I told myself that I would carry on the torch, and care for this website that we both loved. And yet, even though not many serious problems have occured, I still can't help but feel that I failed at that too. For not being as active as I should, and sometimes not responding to some issues fast enough. I'm sorry. Really, I am.
Now, somewhat narcissistically, I thought that I would get the new job as bureaucrat. And I was kind of disappointed when I saw that I didn't. But honestly, as I think about it, I can see why you chose Lordofduel. Correct me if I'm wrong, but unlike our rocky start, I don't think I have ever seen you and LoD fight or disagree on something. I don't think he's ever started trouble here with anybody, now that I think about it. He is a quiet, but loyal and friendly person. He was especially kind to me even in my immature days. For that, I do owe him thanks.
I think he has one key feature above all else that qualifies him: dedication. Almost everyday, he is online here, doing something, saying something, changing something, no matter how big or small. Through our wiki's highs and lows, he has always been here. I tend to be a bit more involved, I think, but LoD has a constant presence, a sure sign of devotion. A bureaucrats job is to always be active and alert. What kind of a bureaucrat could I be, with my sometimes elongated absences?
Even if he is not someone I know a lot about, perhaps there is still quite a bit I can learn from him. Lordofduel is a wonderful person. Rest assured, you have made the right choice.
As for me, I think that even if I wasn't given this important role, it's just a sign that I can still improve more. I can still strive to be better, to help more people, to work harder. Being a true wikian isn't about a fancy title or reputation. It's about working together, in a community of friends and like-minded people, to help share our knowledge and passion with others. Mark my words, Harpy, I will always be here for my flock, helping our site improve and expand, and working to be the best Wikian I can be.
You won't be forgotten, my friend, I can assure you that. You left an amazing legacy on this site and community. You helped make the wiki what it is today. We can't thank you enough for that. All the things you did for me too, for giving me that second chance, for guiding me in my moments of doubt, and for teaching me how to be a better wikian. Thank you. Our community will continue to carry the bright torch that you started. You'll always be here, in our hearts.
Godspeed, Purio.