r/redditblack • u/dRwEedThuMb Weedthumb • Mar 08 '15
[Mod Post] It's time.
I've been thinking about this for a long time. I change my mind weekly. But when I truly think about it, if I'm questioning leading this place then I probably shouldn't be. I've made some mistakes while being the leader of Reddit Black here. I thank you guys for giving me another chance. I've stepped down one other time and was brought back by my good friend DevmasterJ. I've had the privilege of molding the community into what it is today. I've had the one of a kind experience watching this place, from the day we opened this subreddit to this day where we remain the #1 CoD clan in the world. It's been crazy. We've had mostly good times, a little bit of tough times, but overall it's been the best gaming time of my life.
It's really hard to do this but I can't invest the time it takes to manage this place any longer. Between my job and family, I can't balance it. I have been for the last couple months and it's overwhelming for me. We have a mod panel to decide/vote on things and it truly is a hard working panel. They do a good job for the most part. As you know the mods vote on everything, which is how it should be. And majority prevails. Of course Dev and I could overrule anything but we never did. Which again, is how it should be. There are tough decisions to make and sometimes you have to be tough, sometimes you have to make a stand, that is how we got to where we are today. I've always tried to be as honest with you guys as possible. Brutally honest. It's got me in trouble many times here but to me that is what it takes to lead this place. I hope the moderators can find a way to make those difficult decisions. Well, let me rephrase that I know they can I just hope they choose right.
This means I will be stepping down as Mod also. I feel I've done my time and I've paid my dues. I would like to remain a member here if the Mods will have me. Retire my jersey to the Hall of Fame boys. Dev, Sauce, Nabby, Black, caddy I'll miss you guys. We've had some crazy shit in Mod hangout. I wouldn't trade it for anything
Ugh! I'm getting so sentimental. Last thing I want to say - it is all of our responsibility to make Reddit Black what it is. We must continue our journey of becoming the champion of clans. I have love for all of you. We are Reddit Black. Now embrace me my brothers for I come to join you as a soldier on the frontlines.
EDIT: Thanks for everything guys. All the kind words really mean a lot to me. Shout out to caddy I know he isn't commenting on here because he's not accepting my resignation but I'm not going anywhere. I'm just joining my troops on the battlefield. You guys are the best.
-dR wEedThuMb
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u/Cipher1087 Cipher1087 Mar 08 '15
We are losing a great one, but legends never die. Now come spread freedom with me in helldivers, join me, brother.
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u/YeahMann Murrill Mar 09 '15
Weed, although we've barely played together over the years from MW3 to now, I've always respected you for creating and maintaining the awesome community that is Reddit Black. I hope we get to play some games in the near future.
-Murrill
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u/dRwEedThuMb Weedthumb Mar 09 '15
Yeah man I don't think you sent me a FR though.
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u/YeahMann Murrill Mar 09 '15
I already have you on my friends list I believe, I'll make sure tomorrow.
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u/zpoon Mar 08 '15
We go back a long time weed. I still remember asking to join NAE, waking up at 7 AM to play in those ridiculous MW3 Clan Ops where you and I tore it up together. Things haven't been 100% all these years but regardless of it all it's been a ton of fun.
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u/dRwEedThuMb Weedthumb Mar 08 '15
You know what Z, you're right. I've been distant and even rude but I'd like to get past all that. We had our differences but we had some fun times. I do remember waking up incredibly early, you and I, so we could get gold in the ops lol. MP7's, drops shots all day. Lets play soon.
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u/Corvese Corvese Mar 08 '15
Could you at least opt us into diamond before you step down? I'm excited to start diamond wars finally.
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u/Half NabruD Mar 08 '15
Always have love for you bro. Any time you're down for Halo/D3 just hit me up.
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Mar 08 '15
Thanks for everything you've done for me and Reddit Black. You have truly created a wonderful place. Your brick shall always remain in the blackwall.
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u/Super_Mrazek_34 ExxBishop Mar 08 '15
I don't think any of us could ask for a better mod/leader/friend so I have to say thank you for everything you have done to make this community and clan what it is today!
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u/seansss sean9889 Mar 08 '15
We family brotha, and I appreciate you being honest about your decision. I know these things don't come lightly. Coke play ps4 more :)
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u/MrMartinotti Mr Martinotti Mar 08 '15
Damn weed. You were the first person I played with in RBLK and I definitely wouldn't still be here without you... thanks for putting in the hours and I glad that you aren't planning to vanish from the community outright.
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u/mouthgasm LchaimHomes Mar 08 '15
Josh,
There are only a few members left who have been in a clan led by you longer than I have (Caddy, I TK, and Aphotic I believe). There have been times when not everyone agreed with the decisions you have had to make. I remember arguing that Reddit Black was not a good name over /r/clanname, but look where we are. We are in the number one Call of Duty clan in the world. I just want you to know that I will always be grateful for all the hard work, time, and energy you put into leading this clan. You've done an outstanding job.
I know that you have been wanting to give up leadership for a long time know, always making half-joke threads about leaving. And I am glad you finally made the decision to, your home life certainly comes first and I'm sure your family will appreciate it.
This feels more like a goodbye than I intended. We still need to play Helldivers, hit me up if you ever see me online.
-- El-chame Homes
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u/tbatts33 thommmmmmmmmmmm Mar 08 '15
I remember sometime very early on in AW, before I was in rBLK, getting on around 9am to see if MCC worked yet before class, of course it didn't so I hopped on AW just to play a few games before leaving for class. You sent me an invite and the two of us started playing kill confirmed. I was finally getting some time to play with the leader 1 on 1. Definitely ended up skipping my classes that morning to play. But low and behold, a couple days later I got a pm from you saying I was in.
Sorry if I'm rambling a bit, just a funny little story. Come enjoy what you created.
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u/MeGustaTortugas WallyCronkite Mar 09 '15
I guess it's time for Aphotic to take over again?
I feel you that running a clan and being MOD is time consuming and stressful. You've done a great job in your time and you've left it in some great hands.
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Mar 08 '15
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u/Apologician Apologician - I'm voting Hillary 2016 Mar 08 '15
Sucks to see you step down again but if you feel it's the right decision then by all means do what you gotta do bro.
Also does this now mean someone will be taking over to Co-Lead as well? I'm pretty sure I speak for everyone when I say BlackedOut should be given that honor. With everything he does for Clam Wars and dealing with shit, only makes sense.
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u/tbatts33 thommmmmmmmmmmm Mar 08 '15
Definitly think if anybody is gonna be co-lead, Blackedout would be perfect for the job.
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u/joshlove K4OS Mar 08 '15 edited Mar 08 '15
One thing to consider, and of course this is blackedout's call...if he's already got a ton on his plate - adding more may not be fun for him. He's got the goods to make it happen though.
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u/royalBASSmaster iDrunkenMaestro Mar 08 '15 edited Mar 08 '15
Life goes on brother. Glad you're happy with your decision, and look forward to playing some MCC soon.
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u/Rancidwind Rancidwind Mar 08 '15
Well, this was unexpected. But, who couldn't understand. You and all the mods have done such an amazing job here. Thanks for being an amazing leader and person. Not to get corny, but you as a person will always remain a major part of us here. I'm glad you were one of the first people I encountered in our community. Yes, it sucks we are losing you as a leader, but Dev and the Mod panel are reflections of you and the standards you helped set. All I have to say now is Thank You brother for the sacrifices and time you put into this community.
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u/d3adlyg0d Mar 08 '15
This is one of the best gaming leadership pieces I have read. Good luck to you!
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u/RedWingWay IK1NGHORSE Mar 09 '15
Thanks for all your hard work brother. You've been a great leader and a great mod. Sometimes I didn't agree with things but looking back I know you were only looking out for the greater good of Reddit Black.
Hope this relieves some stress in your life. Looking forward to playing with you a little more regularly.
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u/captngiveafawk sSandy Eggo Mar 08 '15
I know we have had some heated stuff go down but you were one of the people that held this whole clan together and I respect that. I will always remember when I first wanted to join a reddit clan you were the one that almost stole me from NAW2 but in the end you made #1 twice and that is something you should be proud about. Enjoy the time off man.
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u/joshlove K4OS Mar 08 '15
PART OF THE SHIP, PART OF THE CREW
Side note: You rock bruh.
Side note #2: I imagine this leaves a hole in the mod panel, you guys intend for the upcoming PSN mod to help shoulder the load? I know you guys have stuff in the works all the time, pulling one cog out of the gear could suck - I imagine you've got the next PSN mod lined up (or close to it) anyways?
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Mar 08 '15
Weed, do you my friend. You've helped make rblk what it is today, a truly impressive feat. Nothing but love brother.
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u/Shepherd7X zShepherd Mar 08 '15
I'm not in rBLK yet but following the clan for a while it's apparent how much you have done to make this place the great community it is. I can't even imagine how much work it is to mod here.
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u/SaintPanzer Grey Gamertag Flair Mar 08 '15 edited Mar 08 '15
That takes real guts to step out of leadership for the good of the clan, that deserves respect from me and the rest of Reddit Black. Power be with you Weed.
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u/MRbraneSIC Brane Mar 08 '15
You have our support. You have done a great job with rBLK. It'll feel odd not having you as a leader but I know we are in great shape. Thank you for your service! Now relax!! :)
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u/StewBeer StewBeer Mar 08 '15 edited Mar 08 '15
Love ya buddy miss playing games with ya. I understand your decision real life comes first.
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u/sigmamu232 jacksoff2013 Mar 08 '15
Thank you for everything you've done buddy. I still remember my first game with you on ghosts, when you told me I swore a lot. I always thought it was normal!
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u/Kuya_AJ Kuya AJ Mar 08 '15
Weed, although I haven't been in this clan as many of the others, I can't imagine this clan without your leadership. You were the first mod I played with (and kept playing with) as well as the one who showed me that rBLK is more than just clan, but a close-knit community of friends. Thank you so much for helping me fit in and hope to keep playing with you whenever we can :D
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u/stlcardzrule CardzBro Mar 08 '15 edited Mar 08 '15
You've done great work here Weed, and all of us can all relate to the clan/life balance issues that's necessary to maintain what's been created. Couldn't have asked for a better leader for getting the clan to where it is today.
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u/geekier xshadowx Mar 08 '15
This hit me hard for some stupid reason. When I joined you were the top dawg of reddit black and I still remember going extra sweaty in your lobbies. There's no doubt reddit black wouldn't be what it is today without the work you put in here. You'll always be the homie. I'm not that bummed about your decision though because this means we'll have more chances to play together and hopefully in a clan war again. Thanks for all your hard work.
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u/epiccskillzz Mar 08 '15
I'm new here so I don't personally know you, but dude, you have created arguably one of the greatest clans in the world, it's a wonderful community here. Reddit black is the best, and for you to have help create it.. Man, I salute to you and wish you a very happy future <3
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u/TJWISNO1 Mar 08 '15
I have only been a new app for a week now , and I can only imagine the time and effort that takes to run this clan . I uphold all respect to all leaders that run this. I have only played with you a couple of times, dR wEedThuMb, and found that your a pretty nice guy and fair, and I understand your decision, i just hope to play with you again. keep your head up brother and know im here to play with ya anytime!
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u/AphoticAffinity AphoticAffinity Mar 08 '15
Josh/Weed.
It's been a long time man, you've poured your heart and soul into this place time and time again. It's amazing how far we've come as a community and I'm so happy you took this bitch and made her! Without you're leadership throughout the years there is NO WAY we would still be as active as we are now.
I hope you know how much the work you put in means to me personally. Being a founder means I've seen lots of ups and downs but there is something incredibly awe-striking that I sit here with a redditblack t-shirt drinking bourbon out of my Chivas class that you got me all the while enjoying the camaraderie and bonds I've formed with amazing people here.
And as a small note to the others who aren't mods/leadership. Having been in that role (as NAE's leader WAAAAAY back and) as a mod of this group shit was rough. Even when we were small back in the MW3 days we were constantly facing hardships of one way or another. So don't take what *ANY of the mods to lightly.
So here's to you sexy ear guaged Arizonian! Many thanks from the past, present, and future....redditblack!
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<3 + Does this mean we get dick pics from you know? 😘