A lot of what Bats said resonates within me as well, but then, we share a name. I think our end goals are very similar but our approaches are different. The people, our people, are what is the most important part of this project. Doesn't matter if you're a hero or a sidekick or an ally or even just a casual fan. You are important and we strive to listen to you and your needs and desires.
Bats is much more of a "face" than I am. He's out in the open posting and building up enthusiasm and dedication in others. Our name means "victory of the people" and I think we both achieve that, but without the passion of Bats and people like Bats it would soon fade. I tend to take a more logistical approach. I'm a little quieter and more of a lurker. I like to let others be front and center and provide more technical support. I think both are important, but that without someone like Bats lurking around we, as a group, would have died long ago.
I love this group and will always love this group. I have grown a ton with this group both emotionally and as a leader. A lit of my leadership classes at college really resonated with me because of this group and my experiences in it. Here's to Bats, my super passionate amazing friend who makes not only this project, but each and every single member involved better than they were and to many more years of productivity and friendship
Also, for any who may feel discouraged just stick with it. Have the tenacity and wherewithal to push past your obstacles. I have seen people climb the ranks when it seemed like they would never advance (to themselves). I think of Arkham. I think of myself. I was very antsy when I started. Hang in there and learn the ins and outs of what it means to be a designer and the intricacies of the rules of this game and you'll be an ally, a sidekick, or even a hero before you know it. My personal journey was 4 years and 5 days (the time from my first playtest submittal to getting promoted) from zero to hero. You have it in you, just hang in there!
Bats is much more of a "face" than I am. He's out in the open posting and building up enthusiasm and dedication in others. Our name means "victory of the people" and I think we both achieve that, but without the passion of Bats and people like Bats it would soon fade. I tend to take a more logistical approach. I'm a little quieter and more of a lurker. I like to let others be front and center and provide more technical support. I think both are important, but that without someone like Bats lurking around we, as a group, would have died long ago.
I love this group and will always love this group. I have grown a ton with this group both emotionally and as a leader. A lit of my leadership classes at college really resonated with me because of this group and my experiences in it. Here's to Bats, my super passionate amazing friend who makes not only this project, but each and every single member involved better than they were and to many more years of productivity and friendship
Also, for any who may feel discouraged just stick with it. Have the tenacity and wherewithal to push past your obstacles. I have seen people climb the ranks when it seemed like they would never advance (to themselves). I think of Arkham. I think of myself. I was very antsy when I started. Hang in there and learn the ins and outs of what it means to be a designer and the intricacies of the rules of this game and you'll be an ally, a sidekick, or even a hero before you know it. My personal journey was 4 years and 5 days (the time from my first playtest submittal to getting promoted) from zero to hero. You have it in you, just hang in there!
