With Love From Meme To You

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It's that time of the year again. That's right, it's the Love Meme, 2019 edition!

There are some changes this time around, so this is how it will work:

1) Below you will find a comment for six (6) players, starting in reverse alphabetical order by name, along with a list of the character(s) that they play and a link to their logs. We will add six more in about ten days' time until everyone gets a chance for some lovely feedback.
2) Reply to the comments with any and all positive feedback.
3) ????
4) PROFIT Enjoy and share the love! <3

No negativity is welcome.

This thread is here to give everyone warm fuzzies.

Aaaand, go!

(Players and readers alike are welcome to leave love!)

Comments

Zoila

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Player of Marie D'Ancato/Rogue, Warren Worthington/Angel, and Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic!

Re: Zoila

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Zoila! What can I say, it's been so much fun writing with you and I'm going to miss it greatly. Bobbi and Warren logs gave me life in this game when I was starting to lag behind, and I'm going to miss writing them here. I've loved reading your Rogue and Reed poses too, even if I didn't interact with them much with my kids.

You've always been great to plot with and very supporting and helpful in every plot I've worked on with you. Thanks for being there to talk to in general too, and sorry that I've been so flaky for so long, you definitely deserved better. But in that vein, thanks for always understanding and working with me anyway. You're awesome. <3

Zippit

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Player of Logan/Wolverine and Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow!

Re: Zippit

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I think I say this every time, but I'm so glad that you brought Logan back into XP. He's definitely an important character in the MCU and you play him so well, you really bring a lot to the game with him. And likewise, I'm a huge fan of Nat in general, and yours in particular. Here's hoping we can log together in the not-too-distant future. :)

Walks

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Player of Arthur Centino/Longshot and Namor, the Sub-Mariner!

Re: Walks

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I love how you can play two very different types of characters, and I'm constantly in awe that you can not only pull that off but do it so well in the process. Arthur is such a ray of sunshine, and Bobbi is so glad to have him around in XFI. Namor is a great character in his own right, one that I could never even think about writing, but you play him flawlessly. Kudos, buddy!

Twiller

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Player of Doug Ramsey/Cypher and Jean-Phillipe Colbert/Bevatron!

Re: Twiller

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Twiller! I'm so impressed with how much development you've given your characters over the years. I probably say the same thing every year, but each year it gets more and more impressive. I was never a big fan of Doug in the comics, but your Doug has such a detailed and incredible history it'd be impossible to imagine XP without him. Likewise, Jean-Phillipe is a character I'm not sure I even knew about before XP, but you've put a lot of work and love into him too.

Tapestry

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Player of David Haller/Legion!

Re: Tapestry

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Haller is such a well-written, fantastic character. He can't be easy to write, I know I couldn't do him justice, but you seem to write him effortlessly. That's due to years of writing and hard work, I know, but it really shows how well you know him and can write with him in many different situations. I hope to see more of him in the near future. :)

Shai

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Player of Ty Johnson/Cloak!

Re: Shai

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Shai! Ty is such a fun character to read. I'm glad you decided to bring him into XP, and I hope we'll get a chance to log together some time soon. Him and Bobby could probably get up to some shenanigans, I bet.

It was also awesome to meet you in person last year at the wedding, which was almost exactly a year ago. <3

Tink

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Player of Darcy Lewis!

(and so sorry for missing you in round 1!)

Re: Tink

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Darcy is such a sweet delight, and really keeps the journals moving! It's hard finding a reason to post and comment all the time - I cheat with IG! - and you've really nailed it.

Seraph

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Player of Laurie Collins/Wallflower, Jubilation Lee/Jubilee and Maya Lincoln-Lopez/Echo!

Re: Seraph

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TEAM ZOOMERS!

I'm clearly super biased, but I adore the evolution of Jubilee. Like I said with Twiller, it's really hard to keep playing your darlings, to keep them interesting, and you always strive to make her not only relevant but realistic, often by taking the hard road that doesn't gain her a lot of love. I'm really, really thankful that we managed to get them to be bros, even if Felicia is weirdly rabid about her now.

AS FOR YOU. You're a glorious human being, so rare in your absolute selfless kindness. I adore you beyond words, and you always have space in our spare room if you need it, plus my email if you need an ear. <3

Sam

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Player of Alex Summers/Havok and Topaz!

Re: Sam

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It was so clever of you to grab a non played along with a dynasty member, and really speaks to your abilities to both create from nothing and work with what you have.

Alex and Topaz are also such distinctive characters, so different and yet not caricatures, if that makes sense. You've really kept the game moving and interesting in lull times. <3

Salla/Sal!

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Our newest player who hasn't experienced the love meme yet! Player of Betsy Braddock/Psylocke!

Re: Salla/Sal!

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Heyyyyy! New blood!

We're a terrifying bunch, thank you so much for joining the cult. <3 What I've seen of Bets, I've really liked, and I can't wait to see more. Always feel free to ping if you need anything

Ryan!

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Player of Julian Keller/Scion/Hellion/etc!

Re: Ryan!

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I mean, I'm the former Sofia player, so cleeeeearly I adore Julian. You've really worked at him and his character, and I've loved watching his socialite asshole self.

Keep it going, Ryan. My email is always open if (Breakfast) Club Claire wants to cross the streams.*





*That was too many references, pretend it made sense

Rossi!

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Player of Amanda Sefton and Monica Rambeau!

Re: Rossi!

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haha, you're sitting beside me, I SEE YOU LOOKING OVER HELLO

Okay, i'm going to try to make this as not awkward as possible but let's be real awkward is my brand, you're welcome.

You were my touchstone when I first moved to Toronto. You were my roomie. You're now my assistant gardener, and my family. It would be super easy for us to play characters that were besties, not have to work at it, but.

The evolution of Amanda should legit be in the Wiki of How to Character. Monica is legit let's take some of our core characteristics and make it FASHUN. Uh. WRITR? Something. And speaking of the Wiki, your stubborn drive to make that damn thing the most valuable resource for a 10+ year old game is intensely admirable. (Are you suuuuure you're not a Taurus?) You're a valve in the heart of this damn epic game and should be proud of it.

Rei!

[deathpixie]

Player of Lorna Dane/Polaris, Tandy Bowen/Dagger and Clea Lake

Re: Rei!

[deathpixie]

*grins* Considering you haven't killed me yet for being so pushy with the whole Fear in the Dark thing, you're obviously awesome. ;) But seriously, I love the fact no idea is too big for you to tackle, and you'll work to make things doable. You'll always lend a hand where it's needed, and you've really stepped up and become one of the motivators of XP. :) Clea is adorable and I would love to play more of her progress to adulthood - and dealing with Amanda's scary overprotective side - and the fight scene between Lorna and Warren was hard, brutal and a great piece of writing. Plus what you're doing with Tandy now in Fear in the Dark... making your character the bad guy is always challenging, and I'm curious to see how it all eventually ends between Tandy and the Dweller. :)

Rachel!

[deathpixie]

Player of Meggan Szardos/Gloriana.

Re: Rachel!

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We haven't done as much together of late, for which I blame this whole adulting thing. ;) But I'll always have a soft spot for Meggan and enjoy logging with you. Seeing her develop past the little girl of the old days to an independent young woman with her own life and plans. Let's do a thing!

Morag!

[deathpixie]

Player of Callisto.

Re: Morag!

[deathpixie]

One of the things I really like about having part-time players is that we get to keep hold of you. :) Callisto sightings can be rare, but they're always worth the effort, and one of my favourite scenes will always be P1 Callisto's fight with Biker!Thor in Sonnatorrek. ;) P2 Cal is easier to talk to, but she still has that edge which makes her interesting. And I never get tired of reading your writing style. :)

Mon!

[deathpixie]

Player of Adrienne Frost.

Re: Mon!

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The way you brought Adrienne back from her coma was creative and interesting to read, and I admire the way you haven't shrunk away from the long and complicated recovery that logically must follow a year-long coma. Well done.

Michael!

[deathpixie]

Player of Gabriel Cohuelo/Velocidad and Cecilia Reyes.

Re: Michael!

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Michael! Apart from the fact you're an awesome human being who is always a pleasure to hang out with AND you're a freaking amazing journalist, you've been such a huge part of XP since you joined. Gabe is a wonderfully complicated delight and Cece is so very human in a very non-human world. We need to do more. :)

Maureen!

[deathpixie]

Player of Matt Murdock/Daredevil and Clarice Ferguson/Blink

Re: Maureen!

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It sometimes boggles me how long you've been part of XP, and the fact that you're not only still here, but still enthusiastic and creative is even more amazing. :) Clarice is so much fun, one part hardened warrior type, one part glitter bomb pixie, and Matt is a great complement to Clint - it's always fun to see the brothers interact. And you yourself are such a blast to hang out with. We need to do that again. ;)

Matt!

[deathpixie]

Player of Billy Kaplan/Wiccan!

Re: Matt!

[xp_daytripper]

I know you've been finding it hard to get back into the game again, so I want to say how awesome I think you and your writing are. Phase 1 Billy especially wormed his way into Amanda's heart, pranks and lack of magical discipline and all - that last scene during the Dark Phoenix just hit like a brick. Potatoes will always have their XP meaning, and the mental image of P2 Billy turning Fox studios' equipment into bacon was sheer genius. Part time is an option, you know. ;)

Marlena!

[deathpixie]

Player of Megan Gwynn/Pixie!

Re: Marlena!

[xp_daytripper]

Your Pixie is lovely - cute and funny and always optimistic. But you're also not afraid of shying away from the darker stuff, and some of my favourite scenes have come from watching Megan battle the darkness inside her. Keep it up!

Mack!

[deathpixie]

Player of Jean Grey/Marvel Girl/Phoenix and Molly Hayes/Bruiser/Princess Powerful!

Re: Mack!

[xp_daytripper]

You are totally amazing. Not just your writing, although you're one of my favourite people to log with, as well as being a stalwart I can rely on when deadlines are looming, but just you as a human. You're funny and kind and pretty damn hot into the bargain. ;) And then there's the art and videos you do - is there anything you CAN'T do?

Lauren!

[deathpixie]

Player of Illyana Rasputin/Magik!

Re: Lauren!

[xp_daytripper]

No-one can write Illyana like you. In fact, half the time I think the comics are OOC, since their Illyana isn't yours. More snark, please?

Kate!

[deathpixie]

Player of Angelo Espinosa/Skin and Kurt Sefton/Nightcrawler!

Re: Kate!

[xp_daytripper]

The first person to welcome me into XP, so very long ago. Love you and your boys to bits, hon. And should life and inspiration cooperate, the Seftons need to do a thing. Not sure what, but definitely a thing.

JJ!

[deathpixie]

Player of Johnny Storm/the Human Torch!

Re: JJ!

[xp_daytripper]

JJ, when you post, you're great. You need to do that more. ;) Perhaps Johnny can come back to take care of his sister when she's done being possessed?

Jills!

[deathpixie]

Player of Rachel Kinross-Dayspring/Revenant and David North/Maverick!

Re: Jills!

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There are some people I wish could get paid to do this XP thing, since that way they'd have more time and brain. You're one of those. I love your writing and both your characters so much.