This cataclysmic news hasn't even sunk in, yet. The impact Brad had on so many of us cannot be overstated.
Condolences to V.R. and Brad's friends and family.
Thank you Brad for creating the world of Norrath that so many of us truly lived in for so many years.
R.I.P. Aradune. May Tunare hold you close for eternity.......
Pippin: I didn't think it would end this way.
Gandalf: End? No, the journey doesn't end here. Death is just another path... One that we all must take.
First post here and I am sad it is on this occasion. Have been a Fan of Brad since EQ beta days. I still remember seeing him clad in armor with flaming swords in those early days, such fond memories. I have followed his developement through the years and feel I have lost a kindred spirit.
You will be missed...
-Draja
My jaw dropped when I read the google alert on my phone.
I'm currently logged into P99 as well... what a horrible piece of news. I owe him a tremendous amount, if it wasn't for EQ and the socialization it brought to me, from behaving in a mature way at a young age with adults, to typing speed to being generally interested in computers and tech. He had a hand in getting me to where I am.
I'm glad it was at home with his family if it had to happen. I'd like to think that his life's work was in a place where he could relax and pass on without stress or regret.
He will absolutely be missed. Now and forever.
Thank you Brad, thank you Aradune.
RIP revolutionary of MMOs. You will be greatly missed. It' sad that he couldn't stay to see his vision realized. I hope he can look down once the project is done to see his final creation and all of us enjoying it as much as when we first stepped in Norrath and made soo many unforgetable memories.
RIP Ardune. You were truly one of the greats in MMOs.
Deeply saddened to hear the news. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Like many others, I've spent many years exploring the worlds he helped create. I look forward to continuing that here in Pantheon.
For Aradune!
Fair winds and following seas Brad, may this last journey bring you the peace you so richly deserve. You will be missed by more than you know.
As so many have stated Brad touch so many of our lives and gave up a special place to visit. I have so many great memories from my times in his worlds as many have stated. I wish peace for his family through these rough times. God Bless, and I hope Brad is on the back of a Dragon exploring a beautiful world.