Popular Post Jacob Knox Posted May 2 Popular Post Share Posted May 2 (Note: in character is first, out of character is second) Retirement Memo To: Citizens of Orbis Date: May 2nd, 2025 Subject: A Bittersweet Retirement The Federation of Knox was founded some four and a half years ago on September 29th, 2020 by Jacob Knox*. Over that time, we have witnessed countless rulers, nations, alliances, and geopolitical blocs come and go. Today, it is with a heavy heart that I write to be the next in that line of nations to go. The Federation of Knox itself will remain standing as a testament to my accomplishments over the past four and a half years—and in case I decide to return some day—but it will remain dormant for the foreseeable future. Breaking character for the rest of this announcement, I would like to share that one major deciding factor in my decision to step back from playing the game is that I am expecting my first born son (Sebastian) on July 29th, 2025. In addition to everything else I have been busy with, I am now hard at work making numerous preparations for his arrival. Thus far, all of the tests indicate that he is a strong and healthy boy. I will strive to check on the community as often as I can and stay in touch with those members of the community whom I have created a deep bond with. Thank you all for an amazing four and a half years packed with wars, support, encouragement, camaraderie, etc. I can only hope that at some indeterminate point in the future I will be able to return to playing Politics & War with you all again. * For those unfamiliar with me, please see my Wiki page: https://politicsandwar.fandom.com/wiki/Jacob_Knox Obligatory Recognitions Leaders - for their leadership across the two major alliances I've called home (Aurora and Event Horizon), I would like to thank and recognize @Kan0601 @ToxicPepper @Xi Jinping @EvilPiggyFooFoo @JaxTeller @AlexW Coding Peeps - for their part in making Politics & War what it is today as well as for being some of my favorite people, I'd like to give a big shoutout to @Alex @Village @Putmir Vladin Limi (I can never find you when I try to Forum mention you) Friends - for making the game enjoyable and all the random conversations at random times in the day over the years, I want to sincerely thank everyone who I consider to be a friend here including (but not limited to and in no particular order) @Franz Steiger @Krampus @Misko Jones III @Goose @R E A L @MinesomeMC @Nokia Rokia @Rainbowgeist @Yassin_Hakim @Tiberius Aurion @Lysander the Great @BettaChecka @Jordan @Baron of Sillyness 9 1 1 Quote Federation of Knox Enlightened of Chaos, Event Horizon QA Team and API Team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxicPepper Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 Congratulations on the baby! Sad to see you go but make sure to stay in touch man. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xi Jinping Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 Wtf Congrats tho, don't be a stranger we will miss you. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Scarfalot Posted May 2 Share Posted May 2 Congrats, take care~ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nokia Rokia Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 16 hours ago, Jacob Knox said: (Note: in character is first, out of character is second) Retirement Memo To: Citizens of Orbis Date: May 2nd, 2025 Subject: A Bittersweet Retirement The Federation of Knox was founded some four and a half years ago on September 29th, 2020 by Jacob Knox*. Over that time, we have witnessed countless rulers, nations, alliances, and geopolitical blocs come and go. Today, it is with a heavy heart that I write to be the next in that line of nations to go. The Federation of Knox itself will remain standing as a testament to my accomplishments over the past four and a half years—and in case I decide to return some day—but it will remain dormant for the foreseeable future. Breaking character for the rest of this announcement, I would like to share that one major deciding factor in my decision to step back from playing the game is that I am expecting my first born son (Sebastian) on July 29th, 2025. In addition to everything else I have been busy with, I am now hard at work making numerous preparations for his arrival. Thus far, all of the tests indicate that he is a strong and healthy boy. I will strive to check on the community as often as I can and stay in touch with those members of the community whom I have created a deep bond with. Thank you all for an amazing four and a half years packed with wars, support, encouragement, camaraderie, etc. I can only hope that at some indeterminate point in the future I will be able to return to playing Politics & War with you all again. * For those unfamiliar with me, please see my Wiki page: https://politicsandwar.fandom.com/wiki/Jacob_Knox Obligatory Recognitions Leaders - for their leadership across the two major alliances I've called home (Aurora and Event Horizon), I would like to thank and recognize @Kan0601 @ToxicPepper @Xi Jinping @EvilPiggyFooFoo @JaxTeller @AlexW Coding Peeps - for their part in making Politics & War what it is today as well as for being some of my favorite people, I'd like to give a big shoutout to @Alex @Village @Putmir Vladin Limi (I can never find you when I try to Forum mention you) Friends - for making the game enjoyable and all the random conversations at random times in the day over the years, I want to sincerely thank everyone who I consider to be a friend here including (but not limited to and in no particular order) @Franz Steiger @Krampus @Misko Jones III @Goose @R E A L @MinesomeMC @Nokia Rokia @Rainbowgeist @Yassin_Hakim @Tiberius Aurion @Lysander the Great @BettaChecka @Jordan @Baron of Sillyness I recall you telling me about your son and that I was the first to be told in PnW it's been an honor to play with you and an honor to banter about life. My internet handle always remains the same hit me up should you ever need/want to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MinesomeMC Posted May 3 Share Posted May 3 Heyy we’re retiring together lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biel Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 Farewell! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putmir Vladin Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 Wow I should really check the forums more... OMG! Congratulations on the baby! Wishing the best for you and your family ❤️ If the time and situation comes where you are able to return to the game, then you'll always be welcomed back. Don't be a stranger and take care! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Aurion Posted Saturday at 08:23 AM Share Posted Saturday at 08:23 AM Congratulations on the baby. I wish you long life and good fortune man. I hope you stay in the game but most of all I hope you will be very happy in life. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Clooney Posted Sunday at 02:22 AM Share Posted Sunday at 02:22 AM Go be with your son when the time comes, and get ready for a oddball sleep schedule for a while. RL > P&W, and Time your family >> P&W Quite likely, this place will still be here should you ever decide to return. You'll probably find once the dust has settled and the kid is sleeping through the night, you'll have some time for this place again in the evenings. There's no disgrace in being "just a spear carrier" when that's what you have time to do. If this is more or less goodbye forever, remember the lessons you learned here. There are always life lessons you can learn when playing these games. How to work as part of a team, leadership skills, the style of leadership that works best for you. Even the occasion lessons regarding project management, strategy, negotiating, time management, and life balance. Best of luck to you in all you do. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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