It is my pleasure to congratulate Kacii for her promotion to the rank of server Commissioner after her superb run as our server Deputy!
Kacii's story is one of persistence and expectations. I've known Kacii for a VERY long time, and have seen AND heard about her exploits going back as far back as the early days of Gunia's server. Although young, she was a player of vast presence, with a strong spirit, an independent flair, a personal sense of justice, and a frequent hunger for conversation and roleplay. She reminded me a bit of our old staff member Ajjget, but with a rock-solid stability about her that always made her desirable as a potential staff member.
She was SO desirable, in fact, that she always turned down initial requests for a Deputy spot, or simply never expressed much interest in being anything other than a player of the people; and for the longest time remained rather aloof of any prospects of advancement in the server. Despite befriending many of us, occasionally volunteering for citizen whitelist reviews, and standing up to bad players and bullies on the server, she simply wanted to remain fiercely independent as a player. It was an admirable trait, so I personally had to respect that even as I shelved any prospect of ever seeing her even as a Deputy... and more so after she finally formally declined an official offer by Mimi to become a Deputy. She would forever remain as one of the greatest players we ever had (and a good sport for chicken-related humor), and that commitment is certainly paid a homage to in my April Fool's 2015 article. ^^
But then... a miracle happened! I'm not sure if our culture finally crept up on her, or she grew older, or her ambitions changed, or what not... but suddenly, and during a very opportune time when we needed help, she was ready to agree to Mimi's proposal! It was a happy day for all of us when she finally agreed to become Deputy! And she has taken up this mantle with fierce devotion, a curious attention to detail, a willingness to help in various circumstances, and an increased confidence in her open communication with the rest of the staff members and myself (whereas once upon a time she seemed almost afraid to talk to me). She has been a remarkable Deputy, and has never been shy of taking up tasks that belie her young age, only seeking help from other staff members or myself when absolutely necessary! All her best traits from before as a fantastic player have been amplified several times fold, and she truly demonstrates her Gulliver Minecraft server experience and boundless potential to the team every day!
She has been a great friend to many of us, a phenomenal story-teller to all the uninitiated players wanting to know more about our little community, and a proud guardian to those even younger and vulnerable than herself -- and I feel absolutely privileged to have such a talented person on my team! Now that she's the best she can be as a Deputy, and proved herself to be an individual trustworthy of greater powers, I feel it's only fitting to direct her potential further by nominating her to a Commissioner position. May her new privileges and responsibilities allow her to explore new avenues of personal growth, as she continues being a great keeper of our community's proud history, legacy and future!
Kacii was voted in through a parliamentary-style staff election featuring an incredible 94% voter turnout, with 16 votes in favor and one abstain due to unavailability!
I want to thank all staff who participated in giving Kacii such an enthusiastic vote of confidence, as well as all players who have helped make her the remarkable staff member she is today!
