Farewell messages to Vesper Noir

Micky C:

I remember I was about to start my last semester of college when Tempus debuted. Usually it took me a week to really get involved, but Tempus was different, and you especially were the first person I immediately declared as my oshi. As the months went on I found myself being more motivated to finish college and better myself in small ways because I wanted to tell you about what I did. I didn’t have money to spare so I couldn’t send superchats, and I was always busy so I couldn’t interact with chat or anything, so the moment never came, even on my birthday when I wanted to send a birthday message (again, too poor so that’s on me only, not you). I still kept going though, because I would imagine you and the other boys cheering me on, and it helped a lot on tougher days. I admire the things you did too, like how streaming helps with your social anxiety and going to Japan for work. Yes, the trip itself was probably a wild ride but going to a foreign country while only kind of knowing the language, especially Japan, is something I’ve always wanted to do but was too afraid to do so. I think Japan is a beautiful country, so while I may not have the hiking willpower, maybe it’s an idea I shouldn't toss away just yet. That and honestly just you being here made me think more of things I value for myself, something I’ve had to brush aside to be more “reasonable”, and it started rekindling my own dreams and aspirations slowly but surely. Creativity and art is vital for life in my opinion, and I can’t thank you or anyone enough for bringing that back to me. It’s not like I’m gonna stop now though. I might as well keep going and keep making you and the boys proud. And myself, that too, haha. Have fun with Sana up in the stars! Or in that cabin in the woods with great internet, or Antarctica, or wherever else you go. And thank you again, for everything.

bridgette

vesper! my surrogate parasocial grandfather… i’ll miss you so much! thank you for always being so sweet to us tempura and you always made us laugh with your crazy stories. i’m very proud of how far you’ve come as a person and creator and i hope life will continue to treat you kindly. i’ll miss and love you always! so much love.

T

Vesper: Thank you for bringing us Vesties lots of laughs and fun during your time in Tempus! Since I heard your story about the plastic ball and I gradually heard you tell us more and more goofy anecdotes, those funny stories have, in a way, made me look forward to the future even more! I always enjoyed how you found humor and enjoyment in the seemingly mundane– there’s so much fun to be had and so many stories to be told just from everyday life. I had a great time tuning into your zatsudans. Even though I’m just now entering my gamer Renaissance (:P) and learning more about computers, TTRPGs, and different types of video games outside my usual comfort zone, it was a lot of fun hearing you talk about all of that. I’ve played D&D a decent bit, but I have a feeling your advice and attitude surrounding it will come in handy in the future. It was really nice seeing how welcoming you were to the other Tempus members with various levels of experience and comfort when you started a TTRPG with them! If I ever DM a game, I’ll strive to be a DM as inclusive and open to experimentation as you were. Do remember that, although we don’t know you personally, us Vesties appreciate you and all the work you put in for us! You contributed to a nice "playing games and eating pizza with the boys on a Saturday afternoon" vibe that I and so many of us Tempura really enjoy. That relaxed, personable vibe is what kept me coming to watch Tempus, and you and Magni were huge contributors to that! While it may have been a somewhat short time, your time in the Guild Tempus was a valuable adventure, just as much for us as it was for you! Thanks again! o7