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Merdekka Radaen
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Posted - 2006.06.05 22:57:00 -
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Edited by: Merdekka Radaen on 05/06/2006 22:59:21
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the death of Ben Crackel, who many of you may know in-game as ioctl. Ben passed away silently in his sleep for reasons that are not fully known at this time. He was 23.
When I welcomed Ben into the fledgling Cult of Cthulhu over two and a half years ago, I was naturally concerned about the calibre of the pilot we were receiving. It turned out very quickly, however, that my doubts were completely unfounded. A peerless pvper of quite frankly humbling skill and guts, as ioctl Ben was responsible for by far the greatest share of action meted by the Cult throughout its three years of existence. Our reputation would have been nothing without him. More so than that though, he was our friend, and somebody who I count as one of the most likeable, funny and friendly people I have ever met - online or off. His passing diminishes us all in ways we may never come to fully understand.
He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
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Chrisb6122
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:00:00 -
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A sad day in eve,
my condolences go out to his family and friends
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Natsuki
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:04:00 -
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Edited by: Natsuki on 05/06/2006 23:05:45 if this is really true, that definately sucks. my condolences. -----------------------------------
btw, threatening to close 1 account really hurt my eyes. - xaioguai |
0Virtu0
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:05:00 -
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Star Commander
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:05:00 -
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Sorry to hear that.
My sympathy goes out to you for the loss of your friend and to his family
Recruitment |
Blacklight
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:06:00 -
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Sincere condolences to his family and friends, that is indeed exceptionally tragic news.
Eve Blacklight Style
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Brisi
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:07:00 -
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Edited by: Brisi on 05/06/2006 23:07:01 Very sad to hear. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Ebedar
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:08:00 -
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I pride myself on being good with words, yet now the right words fail me. Ben's girlfriend told me the sad news earlier today and I have wept more tears this day than I have for a long time.
Ben was a superior PvPer, an awesome pilot, but, above and beyond all that, he was a friend. I never had the opportunity to meet him in real life, but that doesn't mean I didn't get to know him. For the time we spent as friends, I am thankful.
Before I knew him, I knew of him through the Cult's videos. I spent time watching him in action - that fight where he's in the Raven still sticks out in my mind - and when I got to know him personally, I admitted, somewhat sheepishly, that I had studied his fights and tried to learn how he set up his ships before I entered PvP myself. To his credit, he never laughed at me for that. He always treated me as an equal and a friend and that's a measure of the man he was.
Most people know ioctl the PvPer. I'm glad to be able to say that I knew him as Ben too.
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Zarks
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:10:00 -
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I miss io so much and it hurts very much right now. It¦s hard to understand he is gone and we never can speak to him again. Merd says it better then I can but it¦s all true and I will never forget him. Rest in peace friend. __________________________________________________ |
Lucian Alucard
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:10:00 -
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my sympathies i have no clue wtf to say right now
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Evil Thug
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:11:00 -
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Unfair ----------------------------------------------- Logged in a system, next to you =) |
ParMizaN
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:11:00 -
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I don't know what to say..
I'm so sorry that he died so young.
As for his Eve character, there were few that I have eard could best him..
Ioctl you will be sorely missed, and my condolences go out to all your friends, ingame and out, and especially to your family.
Rest in peace.
BDCI Recruitment Officersig edited for lack of pink really PINK -eris |
aeti
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:13:00 -
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wtf ------
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Tiki Rar
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:15:00 -
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Condolences to his family and friends with such tragic news _________________________
Father of the Bumpageddon™
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Drizit
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:20:00 -
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They say only the good die young. But so young is criminal
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skilzrulz
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:20:00 -
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Terrible news, I wish his friends and family the best.
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dalman
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:20:00 -
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Don't know what to say, just so sad another great personality has passed away. At 23 years, that's just so wrong. Am I forced to have any regret? I've become the lie, beautiful and free In my righteous own mind I adore and preach the insanity you gave to me |
Trepkos
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:20:00 -
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Wow, this completely caught me offguard.
EVE just lost probably the best combat pilot in the game.
And the world just lost a very good indivisual. --------
Angel Deep Corporation
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Kebbin
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:23:00 -
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Ah, man, how sad. This is horrible! My condolensces to his family.
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Shiva Aleth
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:23:00 -
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Ben and I lived down the street from each other, we were friends for a long time. In highschool we went our separate ways, though I received chats from him once every few months.
He had introduced me to eve and lost me to carebearism, only recently had he brought me to the side of pvp. I have talked and chatted with him more in the last few months than those years in between.
Though I'm sorry I lost all the time I could have spent with him, I am grateful for the recent resurgence in our friendship before this tragic and sudden loss.
May you rest in peace. |
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jamesw
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:24:00 -
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Very sad news... my condolences to the CoC guys, his friends in eve and his RL family and friends. --
NEW Vid: Watch Things Die |
H Zub
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:25:00 -
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This is a sad day..
I had many laughs with io. Many fights together. And noone could keep me company as he used to on ventrilo. I have never fought against or with such a good pvper. I will miss you and always remember you, as my close friend. Rest in peace Ben...
The Hunter Hypnotized
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Raven Aure
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:26:00 -
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My thoughts are with those who knew him. They only have the memory of him left to hold. ______________________ 106 days and still a hijack virgin... Cherry popped! ~kieron
Hadron Enterprises |
Entity
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:28:00 -
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I really don't know what to say. I knew ioctl as a good friend and very competent player. It's just unreal someone you've just talked to the day before (these things you take for granted) is now gone.
Farewell ioctl, you'll be missed in many ways.
My sincere condoleances to friends and family for this tragic loss
Got item? |
Sir JoJo
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:28:00 -
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my condolences go out to his family and friends
*snip* Don't be nasty [email protected] to discuss mod - Cathath i am not nasty |
Riddari
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:29:00 -
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Farewell.
Was an honor to fly with you.
¼+¼ a history |
GeoNoSiS
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:30:00 -
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Condolences to friends and family.
A big loss to the game thats for sure.
At a time like this we can be greatful for the video series which will show the EVE community for years to come just how PVP should be done.
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Don ZOLA
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:31:00 -
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Edited by: Don ZOLA on 05/06/2006 23:33:38 Sincere condolences to his family and friends
Rest in peace Io it was an honor and privilege to fly with you.
:(
edit: spelling :/
There are 2 rules in a successful life: 1. Don't tell people everything you know
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FowlPlayChiken
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:31:00 -
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dont know what to say:( my condolences.
Goodbye dear friends,
Its one last trip for me!
Meet me on the mountaintop
Beyond the hills and open sea
With sword and shell upon my bed
Gold and gems adorned
The halls will ring with silent bells
And all the men will mourn
But fear not for me
My dearest friends
For onward I do travel
Upon my mound
I am not found
My spirit is not trammeled
The warrior sings
A wondrous tune
As he rides into trouble
We never die
Though I may lie
Dead pon the field of battle
Upon the mountain do I wait
With all my lifes dear chattel
Come join me and with a swift gait
The gates swing wide our brothers wait
Within our dear Valhalla!
Just podded this sig, now where is my toy? - Wrangler |
Spartan239
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:31:00 -
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Condolences to his family and friends with such tragic news, EVE has lost a legend
Originally by: Tamora its not the skills that make the eve player... its the smack that back him up
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CardboardSword42
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:32:00 -
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Wow
Having only talked to him in local I don't know him nearly as well as many of you posting here. Still in the short time I got to talk to him I quickly understood he was an awesome guy, in no small part because of his love for lovecraft but also his sense of humor. Knowing that I'll never get to see him ingame and there are people who will never get to talk to him again in real life is really sad.
My condolences to his friends, corpmates, and foremost his family.
I'm Ex-Biomass, that makes me cool But now I'm KOS and it's all about the manlove
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Kaeten
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:32:00 -
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that's too unfair Please take the b-word out of your signature - Cathath ([email protected]) High-Sec Piracy Recruitment |
Dave Tehsulei
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:33:00 -
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Only met him a couple of times in game unfortunately
But I have been watching and listening to him in action, as have many, in the coc vids for a long time
Great eve player, wish IĘd had chance to know him better, nothing more to say
RIP
Insert Signature Image Here |
BlackRain
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:35:00 -
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Rest in peace.
:( -------------------
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Zandramus
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:36:00 -
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thats just wrong dieing that young
Condolences to his family and friends
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Meridius
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:40:00 -
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Ugh
My condolences to the family, this is really bad news - _____
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Gordan Freeman
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:43:00 -
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Edited by: Gordan Freeman on 05/06/2006 23:46:25 Never knew him, Trepkos told me about him.. I would like to know exactly how a 23 year old dies in his sleep :(
Passari will never be safe again |
KilROCK
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:43:00 -
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What the hell How does that happen
Good luck to his family to pass thru this tough day
Petwraith ♥ me. I make sigs |
Gerome Doutrande
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:45:00 -
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Edited by: Gerome Doutrande on 05/06/2006 23:45:16
A sad day. Sincere condolences to all those close to him.
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undrground
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:46:00 -
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Originally by: Tiki Rar Condolences to his family and friends with such tragic news
He said it better than i could. ... |
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Shin Ra
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:58:00 -
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that sucks
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gizli
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Posted - 2006.06.05 23:59:00 -
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my condolences.
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Berak FalCheran
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:03:00 -
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Condolences to his family and friends :-(
NEW: ALL SIGS WITH EVE RELATED CONTENT
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Equinox II
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:04:00 -
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My condolences, rest in peace
VIDS: Raven Showdown | Contraband Inc | Rogue Titan |
Arrgs
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:05:00 -
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Rest in peace ioctl.
I never knew him personally but I had heard of his reputation.
Good luck to his family and friends. My first video!
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Taomine
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:07:00 -
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Like most he was my hero through CoC videos and I studied the video's for hours to better myself as a pvper. People say when you meet your hero's in real life you are disappointed but this was not the case with Ben. He was my Hero, my CEO, a PVP master and my friend.
See you soon m8.
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Kyguard
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:09:00 -
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Rest in Peace.
We'll all join you one day or another. ===
God is on the side with the best arti |
Killer Dragon
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:16:00 -
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wow, at 23, im very sry to hear that he past, i only met him a very times and was the first person to loose my raven to. I new respect that loose. I have his family and friends get through the days fast :(
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Lucian Alucard
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:17:00 -
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Edited by: Lucian Alucard on 06/06/2006 00:19:21 In my time in Eve I have fought next to alot of people and fought against even more and "Ioctl" was one of the few I could leave the battlefeild from and actually distinctly say I learned something or be made to feel utterly inferior. His presence on the feild was like no other. And from passing conversations he was always one of the most respectful and forthcoming adversaires I have ever had the honor to meet,if he was anything in real life like he was here then this world has truely lost a man destined for greatness and my sympathies go out to his family,his friends and his family in the Order. The Order were truely blessed by god or whatever is up there to know him so well.
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DirtyHarry
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:21:00 -
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Sad news, didnt know him
Fly safe
-Havo ------------------- DirtyHarry ~ Havocide - yarr tbh "Take from the rich and put it on eBay" - zincol |
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Naabata
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:23:00 -
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Man, we have never been so hit hard with news... all of us in the bureau are deeply hurt and saddened by this ... have always heard about his skill thru the years and admired the sheer talent of the man...very few of us will even come close to his great glorious Saga in Eve.... Truely one of the best of the best... he will be missed deeply ...
"When the means of great violence are wide spread, nothing is more dangerous to the powerful than that they create outrage and in justice, for the outrage and injustice will certainly ignite retaliation in kind." ---BuSab Manual /....Frank Herbert/ |
Trepkos
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:27:00 -
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A really horrible loss.
So what is going to be the future of Omniscient Order with the recent loss of their CEO.
I am gonna miss chatting with him. Is mitchman going to be creating a tribute video?
I really hope so. --------
Angel Deep Corporation
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Scorpyn
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:28:00 -
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Condolences. 23 seems way too young. ____________________ 55545555555555555555 |
Soren
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:30:00 -
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Wow, that really sucks. I never knew ioctl, but respected his reputation, and he always posted well on the forums.
Sad to hear another great Eve player has left without choice.
He will be missed by many. ☠-->-->--
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Dark Shikari
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:43:00 -
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Edited by: Dark Shikari on 06/06/2006 00:44:50 double post
--Proud member of the [23]--
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Dark Shikari
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:43:00 -
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Edited by: Dark Shikari on 06/06/2006 00:45:29
Damnnnnnnn...... wow. Twenty three!
Not fair. Just not fair.
Fairwell, Iotcl, for eternity.
--Proud member of the [23]--
Ferion kicks major arse. |
Mitchman
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Posted - 2006.06.06 00:46:00 -
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Edited by: Mitchman on 06/06/2006 00:47:04 No words can give justice to the sadness and loss I feel now. I have been flying with ioctl for over 2 years, and we swore that whatever we did in eve, we would do it together. Flying together for so long created a friendship that went far beyond just a game. I never got to meet him in RL, but after talking with him daily for 2 years, we became good friends.
No video I could ever make would do you justice.
My deepest condolences to your family and friends.
Fly safe, Ben, you will be greatly missed.
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oDDiTy V2
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:16:00 -
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I'm at a loss for words right now, I can't believe it.... though I never flew in the same corp as ioctl I befriended him early in my EVE career and we have been in regular contact throughout the past two years...
I can't believe it.... such a great person.
You will be missed...
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Naldo
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:21:00 -
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Words can't sum up how awful this is.
Great guy. Was an inspiration for me.
My thoughts go out to all his family and friends.
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Zyrtan Keb'Lektar
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:23:00 -
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some things should never happen
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Noobjuice
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:31:00 -
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As many others have been, I was inspired to fight by Ioctl and have recently had the honor of flying with him. I'm a man of few words and don't express emotion well. I didn't know Ben as well as some others, but today I cried. This game will never be the same for me, if I can bring myself to play it. It's funny how it takes such a shock, such a tragedy to assess lifes priorities. If I do continue to play eve, it will be in Ioctl's memory. We love you, and will never forget you.
Love Noobjuice
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MrFu
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:33:00 -
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I wish to extend my condolences to his family and friends,although I did not know him I only heard good things about Ioctl
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slip66
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:33:00 -
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:( my condolences to family and friends
Originally by: StOrM ViPeR Theres a skill called surgical strike in game I've learned that it actually stands for Band of Brothers |
Vegeta
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:39:00 -
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I have flown with Ioctl for one year now, first as a member of Cult and then Omniscient Order.
He was among the best pilots, continually topping the killboard one month after another. He will be missed sorely, not only as an Eve player but as a good friend to those around him.
Always willing to help, always willing to fight, never backing out. That's Ioctl.
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The End
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:40:00 -
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Verone
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Posted - 2006.06.06 01:50:00 -
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VETO RECRUITMENT |
Lexor SLice
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:15:00 -
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this both shocks and saddens me my heart goes out to his family, we have lost one of our own, and none of us should forget. ____________________________________________
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Tas Devil
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:17:00 -
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Edited by: Tas Devil on 06/06/2006 02:22:27 A few thoughts come to mind when thinking of Ioctl... the first is the inspiration he was to so many others in this game on the PVP front... as shared by so many of us tonight in our memories...
I remember the day in aunenen 2 years ago when ioctl and I ganged for the first time to engage some shadow corp guys... he left me with a thirst for PVP that never dissapeared...
Later I met again with him over TS as C.C. took another turn in their EvE Carreer. Ever he was a great guy whether playing the merc ...the pirate or the pie killer... that says a lot about whom he was as a person in RL... As so many others have remembered he was always respectfull, slow to get carried away, and always had an encouraging thought to share with all.
There's another reason I remember ioctl... he had the hardest name to spell or remember of all those I ever encountered in EvE... and that says a lot about someone who achieved fame and renown in our game , and the real life person who was behind... never seeking fame for himself yet always conscious of his strong positive contribution to whatever he put his mind to.
I didn't know you as Ben...only as ioctl... But I'll remember you as both... because your attitude in Eve was true to that which everyone said you displayed in life... and that's not a virtual thing.
Tas Devil
The best Laugh ever ... This ain't bad either :P Credit goes to TheKiller8 for this : |
Liquid SilVar
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:17:00 -
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Such sad news to hear, my condolences go out to ioctl's family and friends. To have ones life ended at such a young age is tragic. I didnt have the pleasure of knowing him personaly but from what I have read about him in this thread, he sounds like an admirable man and he will be missed sorely by those that knew him.
Rest In Peace.
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Skian Mhor
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:19:00 -
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23. so young, too young by half. my wishes go to his family
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Coahim Madden
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:21:00 -
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Damn thats very young.
My thoughts go to his friends and family. -------
Theres 2 kinds of people in the world.
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Wicked Wisdom
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:27:00 -
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The brightest candles burn out the quickest, sadly
Condolences.
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MetalZero
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:39:00 -
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Very sad day, my sincere condolences to his RL family and online friends.
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Centauris
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Posted - 2006.06.06 02:57:00 -
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My absolute and most sincere condolances go out to his family in game and out and may the track to recovery and happiness be a fast one.
Reading these 3 pages of testimonies to what must have been a terrific pilot saddens me in 2 ways.
1. being that the game has lost what was a truly terrific person in everything he done 2. that i never had the chance to meet him and feel what you all feel and know this truly wonderful person
good luck and god speed to you all.
Making ISK is the name of the game. Those who say otherwise are either poor bastards or liars!
"Kill, Collect, Sell" |
Shintoko Akahoshi
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Posted - 2006.06.06 03:24:00 -
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This is a sad day indeed. I never knew him as Ben, just Io, but the few fights we had were among the high points of my Eve time. My condolences go out to his family and friends.
The Red Mom of WarÖ
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Sakura Nihil
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Posted - 2006.06.06 03:31:00 -
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My condolences, may God receive him well.
1st Lieutenant Sakura Nihil CEO, Tharsis Security
Tharsis is now recruiting PvPers/Pirates |
Malthros Zenobia
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Posted - 2006.06.06 03:31:00 -
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Originally by: Merdekka Radaen Edited by: Merdekka Radaen on 05/06/2006 22:59:21
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the death of Ben Crackel, who many of you may know in-game as ioctl. Ben passed away silently in his sleep for reasons that are not fully known at this time. He was 23.
When I welcomed Ben into the fledgling Cult of Cthulhu over two and a half years ago, I was naturally concerned about the calibre of the pilot we were receiving. It turned out very quickly, however, that my doubts were completely unfounded. A peerless pvper of quite frankly humbling skill and guts, as ioctl Ben was responsible for by far the greatest share of action meted by the Cult throughout its three years of existence. Our reputation would have been nothing without him. More so than that though, he was our friend, and somebody who I count as one of the most likeable, funny and friendly people I have ever met - online or off. His passing diminishes us all in ways we may never come to fully understand.
He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
That sucks. At age 23, damn that's my age.
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Exodus Ronin
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Posted - 2006.06.06 04:27:00 -
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Edited by: Exodus Ronin on 06/06/2006 04:27:16 Though i didn't know him personally, he was a fellow gamer and for that he has my condolensces and his family are in my prayers.
God Bless... Exo...
A Ronin...
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Powder
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Posted - 2006.06.06 04:43:00 -
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my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
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Trepkos
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Posted - 2006.06.06 05:52:00 -
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Though I wonder what the cause of death was... --------
Angel Deep Corporation
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Ender Hawks
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Posted - 2006.06.06 06:13:00 -
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Although I havn't been flying with Io for very long, I was impressed with his abilities and those of the Coc guys. The moment I joined it was easy to see he was highly respected, both ingame and out.
My condolences to his family.
23 is definately too young...
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miblando
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Posted - 2006.06.06 06:28:00 -
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Dont Really know what to say still in shock.
let me tell you a little about Ben Aka ioctl he was just one of them blokes you wish you could be had the charm/carisma and the skill to be named one of the best pvp players in eve.
My condolances go out to all his family & friends
We will meet again teh ioctl Rest now and may you have eternal peace
Mib
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Omber Zombie
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Posted - 2006.06.06 07:01:00 -
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my condolances ----------------------
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zincol
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Posted - 2006.06.06 07:09:00 -
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Yohannes
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Posted - 2006.06.06 07:22:00 -
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i wish i could write something fancy and wise like alot of people in this post , but i cant , so i will keep this short and simple.
Rest in peace my friend. i'll miss you.
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Raven DeBlade
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Posted - 2006.06.06 07:25:00 -
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Edited by: Raven DeBlade on 06/06/2006 07:25:45 A sad loss indeed, and an old friend that will be missed dearly, may you rest in peace old friend. condolences to family and friends.
signature removed, height restriction applies email the mods for more info - Vanamonde
"To hunt pirates you need time and patience, because even monkeys fall from the trees"
"Any statements made above this line are my persona" |
Dri Kulsane
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Posted - 2006.06.06 07:45:00 -
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OMG
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Brigitte
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Posted - 2006.06.06 07:52:00 -
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a real shock to us at sas.. when merd told us the news on ts we were all speechless
a great loss to the world
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Sosus Red
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Posted - 2006.06.06 08:43:00 -
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Fair Winds and Following sea's my friend...
I never knew you but I want to honor your memory. I read all that others have written about you and now I have teary eyes :). I hope you had a good life. I hpe you enjoyed yourself. Although I did not know you personally, we are EVE players, and this game brought us together, it brings all of us here together. MAy you rest in peace. CCP shuuld name a system after you in your memory, that would be cool. Sig must be under 24000 bytes - Cathath ([email protected]) |
Burga Galti
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Posted - 2006.06.06 08:44:00 -
[90]
I never really knew the man, but I know the reputation and people may pass, but legends live on eternal. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.
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Sevjer
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Posted - 2006.06.06 09:08:00 -
[91]
Edited by: Sevjer on 06/06/2006 09:08:08 This is indeed sad news. I didn't know him but my thoughts goes to his family and friends. 23 is just...too early |
Altai Saker
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Posted - 2006.06.06 09:33:00 -
[92]
Me and Ben were alot alike... we were both dealing with similar family life problems, which I will not talk about here. In my time with him we had some very good talks as well as some great fights :) I feel as if I have lost a true friend, and I know that it's because I have.
Fly safe Io.
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ArchenTheGreat
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Posted - 2006.06.06 09:36:00 -
[93]
I knew ioctl only ingame, always on the wrong side of his guns. He was very good pvper and I hoped one day I could beat him 1on1. It will never happen... ioctl will stay invincible.
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Carl Bowmore
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Posted - 2006.06.06 09:59:00 -
[94]
Horrible new One of the true PvP legends of EVE is gone. I never met him in game but, like so many others, knew of and respected him. My condolences to his family and friends.
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danneh
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Posted - 2006.06.06 10:01:00 -
[95]
Sincere condolences to his family and friends, rest in peace. Contraband Inc |
Baraka Andronicus
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Posted - 2006.06.06 10:24:00 -
[96]
I was looking forward to our war, and although that will not happen. I grieve your loss along with the countless people who care for you. For what its worth I hope you have gone to a better place.
To all those who knew him, remember him as he was.
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Michiyo Daishi
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Posted - 2006.06.06 10:30:00 -
[97]
unfair to die so young, yet it seems its closely becoming par for the course.
Condolences to CoC, his friends on and off the net, and his family, on and off the net. -
*posts posted are not official statements of EVEnews.com, and are the poster's own* |
Lucian Alucard
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Posted - 2006.06.06 10:43:00 -
[98]
may he remain known as "Ioctl the Invincible"
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shakaZ XIV
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Posted - 2006.06.06 10:55:00 -
[99]
whoa
Don't know what to say... Rest in peace ioctl, you sure made an impact on a lot of people. Condoleances to his friends and family.
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AR5HAD
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Posted - 2006.06.06 15:35:00 -
[100]
My Condolences to all his family and friends this is such tragic news. I fail to understand how can this happen to such a young person. Not fair.....
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Mark A
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Posted - 2006.06.06 15:42:00 -
[101]
I PvPed against this guy many times, going way back - he was a great pilot.
It's hard to express how much this news sucks. And 23, ****.
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Espen
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Posted - 2006.06.06 15:56:00 -
[102]
My condolences, rest in peace :(
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H Zub
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Posted - 2006.06.06 15:57:00 -
[103]
How about renaming 93pi or pure blind, to ioctl. The Hunter Hypnotized
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Crucifier
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:18:00 -
[104]
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Oveur
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:23:00 -
[105]
It's hard to see a fellow pilot go, especially so young. My condolences to his family and friends
Senior Producer EVE Online
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Cyleth
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:30:00 -
[106]
omg My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace. |
Galen.
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:31:00 -
[107]
23... too young
My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
_________________________________ Vice-Admiral - the Aurora Project |
boo3916
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:45:00 -
[108]
my condolances to ben and his family, we met on numerous occasions and it was an honour to have met him in combat, he was the best, me and my guys always talked about him and i always hoped that one day i would become as good as him. sadly this will never happen he remains someone who i always looked up to and aspired to be as good as. so cruel at such a young age my heartfelt sympathies go out to his family and friends and people that know him
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Dark' Lord
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:52:00 -
[109]
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Ballistikspark
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Posted - 2006.06.06 16:53:00 -
[110]
Sincere condolences to his family and friends,i also have been up against ioctl in combat and yes of course he kicked my ass! he was an awsome pilot . i feel very sad by this and hope that h zubs idea of naming pureblind after him as i dont see how 1 system could be a good enough tribute! R.I.P ioctl . ballistik
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ElCoCo
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:04:00 -
[111]
Farewell friend. |
iggy6662k2
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:06:00 -
[112]
My sincere condolences to his friends and family. ------
www.cosmic.griefwatch.net http://www.cosmicfusion.net/ |
StellaBlue
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:15:00 -
[113]
Originally by: Yohannes i wish i could write something fancy and wise like alot of people in this post , but i cant , so i will keep this short and simple.
Rest in peace my friend. i'll miss you.
after hearing the news.. and reading the posts .... you said it perfectly.
after all..... the most important words ever spoken .. are those words which never needed to be said .
fly safe m8. hope you have a brand new domi waiting for you and the biggest damn bubble they can find for you. it was a pleasure.
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Samirol
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:23:00 -
[114]
damn
OREMONGERS |
Lefevre
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:29:00 -
[115]
Condolences to his friends and family.
Sadly I never had the pleasure of meeting him but when others spoke of him it was always in a postive way.
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Grant Smith
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:36:00 -
[116]
My deepest condolances to his friends and family. A loss that will not go un-missed.
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HSiggy
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Posted - 2006.06.06 17:36:00 -
[117]
So very sad to hear. I didnt know Ioctl personally but I knew of him. I am real good friends with H Zub, Ebedar and quite a few other former CMS/CoC members I would always chat with Ebedar in our chat channel and talk about ship set ups and such. I would always watch the CoC videos and would ask Eb since the setups were usually blacked out "what kind of setup was Io(Merd, Mitch, you, Miblando or Zub and others) using?" and I have the highest respect for all those guys, almost had to bow in reverence when they came into the chat channel. Even after watching the "Dominix Documentary" I again asked Ebedar "what setup was Io using on the Domi?" since it was blacked out and I really didnt expect to get Io's domi setup so Eb asked Io and Io said it was ok to share with me, just shows you how great a guy he was and at the time I setup my Domi using his setup and named my Domi -”ÖIoctl- I still have the domi but think it will stay in my hangar as a memorial.
Rather than mourn the absence of the flame, Let us celebrate how brightly it glowed.
My best wishes and sincere condolences to Ioctl's family and friends.
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Lowa
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:06:00 -
[118]
Now playing: Moby - God Moving Over The Face Of The Waters.
A Legend. Forever remembered by us for actions in a game. Forever remembered by family and friends for actions in life. My thoughts goes to you.
To the rest of EVE; tell someone you love, exactly that. Do it know.
With sincere regards, Daniel
NSN - Forcing EVE reviewers to mine since 2003! |
Pistonbroke
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:12:00 -
[119]
Farewell to a nice guy and superb adversary. YNCs condolences go out to Bens family and friends.
Wherever you are now Ioctl, fly safe
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Tatsue Niko
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:22:00 -
[120]
Never flew with or against him,But i watched his movie in complete awe,i respected and feared him greatly.
Sincere condolences to his family and friends,Rest in peace.
The more you see,The less you know |
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MadClaw
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:43:00 -
[121]
My sincere condolences
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hUssmann
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:45:00 -
[122]
Rest in peace
Gone but never ever forgotten ___________________________
Me Boss. You Not. |
Yuki Li
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:48:00 -
[123]
truly tragic news... though i only ever bumped into him ingame a few times, i knew who he was and how good he was, and this has me pretty dumbfounded.
Rest in peace.
Website / Forums / Recruiting |
Capsicum
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:50:00 -
[124]
On behalf of CRC I'd like to say that we're shocked and saddened by this. Personally I didn't know ioctl other then by his well deserved reputation but it's a sad loss to our community.
However, he's in heaven right now playing lag free Eve and smiling at us, I truely believe this.
Rest in peace fellow pilot.
forum rules | [email protected] | Our new Website! |
AvanCade
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Posted - 2006.06.06 18:58:00 -
[125]
I may not know ioctl, nevertheless, my sincere condolences to his family and friends
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Farjung
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Posted - 2006.06.06 19:03:00 -
[126]
Truly tragic, my thoughts go to his family and those who knew him. |
Nadine Desaix
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Posted - 2006.06.06 19:12:00 -
[127]
My sincerest condolences to family, friends, and of course his corp.
Minister of Leaky Ethics and Spiffiness |
Zeromancer
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Posted - 2006.06.06 19:33:00 -
[128]
I'm saddened to see a great player and from what others say a great person leave us far to early. Only knew him trough his reputation as one of the greatest pvpers in this game.
My deepest condolences to his family and friends. R.I.P
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Tamora
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Posted - 2006.06.06 20:05:00 -
[129]
very sad. my condolencies.
Join chat channel 'OMG-ROFL' |
Dak Hakin
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Posted - 2006.06.06 20:25:00 -
[130]
23 is so young... I never knew him in the game, but he was a fellow Eve player and that is a bond enough right there. My condolances to his corpmates, his family, and his friends. _______________________________________________ I am the devil, and I'm here to do the devils work.
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keepiru
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Posted - 2006.06.06 21:01:00 -
[131]
didnt know him... but i did get blown up by him, ill be very sure to save that killmail.. so young, younger than me...
*salutes* ----------------
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Balco
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Posted - 2006.06.06 21:07:00 -
[132]
I must say I was truly shocked to hear about this. I met io soon after I started playing Eve three years ago and we were good friends even when we were in different corps. Although I hadn't talked to him for a few months, I knew him as a very kind and loyal friend who you could always trust on. It seemed like he was always there to help me out. This news has brought me a heavy heart and my prayers are with his family.
Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4
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Snort Bilger
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Posted - 2006.06.06 21:57:00 -
[133]
My condolences to his family and friends. |
Border201
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Posted - 2006.06.06 22:10:00 -
[134]
RIP Ioctl
Originally by: Tuxford once tried to kick my brother when I had my pants around my ankle. Probably not my brightest moments.
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xStormwingx
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Posted - 2006.06.06 22:12:00 -
[135]
I hadn't known him but i've heard of him...just 23 and for unknown causes...that's just not right.
Condolences to his friends and family, Eve has lost one of its best. -------
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Caanan
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Posted - 2006.06.06 22:14:00 -
[136]
this news is very saddening :( my condolences to ioctl's family. I hope he is in a better place now.
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Border201
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Posted - 2006.06.06 22:16:00 -
[137]
RIP Ioctl
Originally by: Tuxford once tried to kick my brother when I had my pants around my ankle. Probably not my brightest moments.
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Dogma2003
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Posted - 2006.06.06 23:24:00 -
[138]
On behalf of The Forsakened Few, Deepest condolences to IOCTLĘS family, corp mates and friends in and out of the game. It is always a shame to see such a young person cut down in their prime. RIP wherever you may be, you will be missed.
Truely saddening news *With a gun barrel between your teeth, you speak only in vowels.* |
Dellton
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Posted - 2006.06.07 00:03:00 -
[139]
This is a truly great loss.
RIP
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Sneetches
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Posted - 2006.06.07 00:31:00 -
[140]
A parent's greatest fear is that they will outlive their child. A deeply tragic loss to be sure and my deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Life is too short. Get out there and live it.
- Snee "Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change ready!" |
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Xaeon
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Posted - 2006.06.07 04:41:00 -
[141]
I spoke to the guy a few times, and know he will be missed. I'm sure he's been a great inspiration to many of the people posting here.
Rest in peace io. ----
23/03/06 - Chapter III: The Campaign of Keshirou
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Pwyle Kenobi
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Posted - 2006.06.07 05:12:00 -
[142]
It is very sad indeed to hear of someone passing away so young. I did not know ioctl but had heard of him by reputation as a formidable and honourable PvP pilot. My condolences to ioctl's family and friends.
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DigitalCommunist
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Posted - 2006.06.07 08:38:00 -
[143]
Very tragic news, my condolences go out to his friends and family.
Its not often I will admire someone from the Internet whom I know almost nothing about, but ioctl has earned mine. He belongs to a very small group of people from which all other players should guage themselves in both skill and conduct. For his contribution to this community, he will be missed.
Purchasing Complex Fullerene Shards, contact me ingame.
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EvilWezal
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Posted - 2006.06.07 08:39:00 -
[144]
On Behalf of Eye of God, I wish to express our condolences of his passing. Many of our Pilots have meet their end by his guns.
It is best to celebrate his life, then mourn his death.
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Gariuys
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Posted - 2006.06.07 11:34:00 -
[145]
Condolences to friends and family, much too young. ~{When evil and strange get together anything is possible}~ A tool is only useless when you don't know how to use it. - ActiveX The grass is always greener on the other side. - JoCool |
Nira Li
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Posted - 2006.06.07 12:37:00 -
[146]
You Will Cry My Name Funny Guys
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Chia
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Posted - 2006.06.07 14:26:00 -
[147]
I didn't know him, but his reputation preceeded him. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.
RIP Ben.
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Wraith Rider
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Posted - 2006.06.07 16:05:00 -
[148]
He will be greatly missed.
Rest in peace Ben.
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Abbadon
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Posted - 2006.06.07 16:08:00 -
[149]
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Dancers plz. o/ --Jorauk *boogies*-eris *booty bounces* - Cortes *bodypops* - Cathath |
Yvain Dragonheart
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Posted - 2006.06.08 06:36:00 -
[150]
I m really sorry about his death, and i feel sad even if i didnt know him very well. I know Miblando, one of his best friends irl, and i want to say that i ll pray for him. My sincere condolences
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Kale Ryoko
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Posted - 2006.06.08 07:05:00 -
[151]
Take care out there, Ioctl.
See you in space. -Kale
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Kusotarre
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Posted - 2006.06.08 07:41:00 -
[152]
I only flew with him twice, but even in that short time he made an impression as a friendly guy. Very sad to know he's gone.
Everyone else has said it, but... 23 is so young
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laotse
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Posted - 2006.06.08 11:55:00 -
[153]
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Please resize image to a maximum of 400 x 120, not exceeding 24000 kbs, ty - Cortes |
Soul Reaver
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Posted - 2006.06.08 14:39:00 -
[154]
My God what can I say here that has not already been said.
I met Io when he first joined Cult way back in the early days of Eve. Very soon he was kicking my butt in all our training sessions :( In my opinion one of the best PvP pilots in all Eve. I will so miss him :(
Life is harsh sometimes and I guess we all take it for granted and think we are immortal! I will miss yah Buddy. God bless.
My god Soul were outnumbered again! You can say that again Io. We're in the stickiest situation since Sticky the Stick Insect got stuck on a sticky bun!
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Falhofnir
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Posted - 2006.06.08 16:33:00 -
[155]
Farewell ioctl. You were a great person, and I wish you could have been such for a longer time. I will not forget you, as you can be sure many other won't either.
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Thmaist
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Posted - 2006.06.08 17:45:00 -
[156]
Rest in Peace Ioctl, I came across the cult over two years ago now and being owned by him and similar calibre pvpers formed the start of my experience in eve, as such though I didn't know him personally it was a privilege to get taken to the cleaners by him
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Sewell
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Posted - 2006.06.08 18:35:00 -
[157]
I am not sure that can believe that io is gone, and I am at a loss as what to say.
My character has been into hibernation for a few moths avaiting my new computer, because of that I am still in the Cult - and it feels strange to be in this ghost corp now that the person I knew as io is gone. He embodied the friendship and spirit the corp was about - and the emptiness knowing that he is gone feels horrible.
He was truely one of, if not the, best pvp:er in EVE - but most of all he was a friend and it feels strange to know that I will never hear his voice on ventrilo again. And it breaks my heart to think of what his family must go through.
Good bye io, I will always remember you. o/
That is not dead which can eternal lie, and with strange µons, even death may die. |
Demonic Moo
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Posted - 2006.06.08 19:05:00 -
[158]
I have hung around Ioctl for a few years with the Dark Cartel Crew i cant say i knew him well but we chatted a few times and had the usual fun in the channel but its a sad day for anyone who even remotely knew him he was a good pilot and a better friend .. I hope you rest in peace -- Motherboard: Giga-Byte GA-2CEWH Processor: Dual AMD Opteron 246 Ram: 2x1gb Corsair XMS ECC REG PC3200 DDR Hard Drive: Seagate 300GB SATA2 16mb Cache Videocards: 2x XFX 6800XT 256mb GDDR3 |
Hey You
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Posted - 2006.06.08 20:45:00 -
[159]
Wanted to post my condolences for Omniscent Order, and Ioctl's friends and family. ------------------------------
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mazzilliu
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Posted - 2006.06.08 23:28:00 -
[160]
never knew him, but r.i.p. ---------
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Rule2k
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Posted - 2006.06.09 00:58:00 -
[161]
RIP ioctl
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BlackHole Bob
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Posted - 2006.06.09 01:33:00 -
[162]
tis a sad day indeed...
*fires advanced cruise barrage 3 times*....as trumpets of honor play through the ship...
rest in peace...
you were a good soul..
*raises chin with teary respect as he watchs the barrage go off*
Blackhole Bob
EvE IGB "in game" player guide |
Kyguard
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Posted - 2006.06.09 04:18:00 -
[163]
Whenever a person famous somewhere passes away, it always leaves a trail of emptyness where I just think of how life passes by too quickly and you never know what will happen today or tomorrow. Again, my condolensces to Omniscient Order and io's family.
Have you found out what happened to him? ===
God is on the side with the best arti |
Eight8Eight
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Posted - 2006.06.09 09:03:00 -
[164]
I am new to the EVE community and I did not know Ben
But it is always said when someone dies young.
The greatest tragedy is for Parents to Bury their Sons or Daughters.
My prayers go out to the family.
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Laythun
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Posted - 2006.06.09 10:15:00 -
[165]
Another drifts silently through space.
My condolences to his family friends and the people he touched in eve.
He was a damned fine pvp'er.
Let his memory live on.
See You In Space Cowboy -Capsicum If im flaming or not contributing, im sorry. But im trying to get into the [23] |
TEK9
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Posted - 2006.06.09 15:37:00 -
[166]
Ioctl had clearly been very ill for a long time, but you would never have known it when online with him. He never moaned or complained and was still a good laugh on Vent.
On the day before he died, I had posted on our Corp's forums that I needed a copy of a particular set of bookmarks. We all know what a complete nightmare copying large numbers of bookmarks is. Regardless, on the same day Ioctl (our CEO) had done it himself for me. I think that really illustrates why he was such a popular person to fly with. Not only was a great pvper (and he really was) and a good CEO, he was also a really funny, kind and entertaining guy. I must admit that I was surprised to hear that he was only 23, as due to his level of maturity he seemed a lot older.
I quite like the idea previously posted of him now playing lag free Eve in heaven where there are no bugs, no warp core stabs and lots of war targets 24/7 !!
RIP - 'teh Ioctl'
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Kurenin
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Posted - 2006.06.09 18:00:00 -
[167]
During my short stay in CoC, ioctl was a top bloke.
This is pretty ****.
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Ebedar
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Posted - 2006.06.09 21:34:00 -
[168]
For those who have asked, Ben's cause of death was a heart attack.
One of his arteries had become almost completely blocked, causing a lack of blood to his brain. This, in turn, caused headaches, for which he was taking painkillers. Due to the strength of the painkillers, he probably didn't feel the heart attack coming on.
Can I ask those of you who are religious to pray for his family and friends at this trying time?
Thanks.
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Podruski
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Posted - 2006.06.09 21:54:00 -
[169]
All I can say is goodbye.
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xeom
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Posted - 2006.06.11 06:22:00 -
[170]
Originally by: Ebedar For those who have asked, Ben's cause of death was a heart attack.
One of his arteries had become almost completely blocked, causing a lack of blood to his brain. This, in turn, caused headaches, for which he was taking painkillers. Due to the strength of the painkillers, he probably didn't feel the heart attack coming on.
Can I ask those of you who are religious to pray for his family and friends at this trying time?
Thanks.
Good to know that at least their was no suffering,or at least pain.
RIP Ioctl,just really found out about you.But you sound like a good guy.
CCP where are our t2 shield power relays? |
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Levin Cavil
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Posted - 2006.06.11 10:40:00 -
[171]
Sad news, I wish I could say that I had the pleasure to know him.
My sympathy to his family and friends. ---------- <Kayosoni> I'm actually normal |
Manja
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Posted - 2006.06.11 11:14:00 -
[172]
Edited by: Manja on 11/06/2006 11:14:53 Truely a sad moment in EVE and for Ben's familly.
My sencere condolences send to his friends and familly.
RIP ioctl o7
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Tankuk
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Posted - 2006.06.11 11:15:00 -
[173]
Shocking news ot say the least and im lost for words what to say.
I have found members . All back in the day when Cult were chasing us off the gates in VA. A fantastic Pvper . And a very nice guy . Hes my age and its scary that he was so young . May he R.I.P and be rememberd for what he brought to EVE-Online .
Ive always belived in when some one passes away to not think of sorrow but to think of the happy memories he gave us.
RIP old friend. We will all miss you
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starsky cake
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Posted - 2006.06.11 13:04:00 -
[174]
rest in peace. another good one flys to jove space
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Fuglife
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Posted - 2006.06.11 13:56:00 -
[175]
Such a shame, my thoughts goto Ben's family and friends.
Sig removed, please keep it under 24000 bytes, email [email protected] if you have any questions - Xorus |
Paktieth
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Posted - 2006.06.11 14:47:00 -
[176]
As a pilot who was in combat against Ioctl on several occasions, my deepest sympathy and profound respect for a fallen warrior.
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Kaleeb
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Posted - 2006.06.11 15:51:00 -
[177]
Truly tragic news.I wasnt lucky enough to have met Ioctl/Ben I watched his videos and always thought of him as a great player. My deepest condolences for his family and friends.
Alabaster columns of sunlight, gleaming, Illumine the darkness of this day. Nightmares turn to peaceful dreaming. Awesome fears fade far away.
Though now my soul no longer dwells, Upon the world as I have known, Still I live beyond the pastel Elysian fields, are now my home.
Weep no more for me, beloved, For I can sense no pain. At one with God in heaven above You; I'm at peace, and at peace shall I remain.
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jarack
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Posted - 2006.06.11 17:08:00 -
[178]
Rest in peace. Rest In Peace - B*E*N " ioctl" C*R*A*C*K*E*L |
IamBen
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Posted - 2006.06.11 17:08:00 -
[179]
Depressing news. He was a pleasure to fight in game. My condolences to his family.
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Jarek Naumen
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Posted - 2006.06.11 18:25:00 -
[180]
Truly saddening news. 23!!
May he rest in peace, my condoleances to his friends and family.
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Darko1107
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Posted - 2006.06.11 18:57:00 -
[181]
I did not know him very well, though i chatted to him a few times, he was always very polited and good natured.
My sympathy and condolences goes out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace, and in heaven. Signtaure removed. - Petwraith |
simcor
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Posted - 2006.06.11 19:42:00 -
[182]
I had the great pleasure to fly along side Io on a couple of occasions and all i can say is, What an honour. I will never forget him.
Rest in peace young sir
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dailyhazard
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Posted - 2006.06.11 19:55:00 -
[183]
My Deepest Sympathys to his family and freinds Whilst not knowing him personally, those who have told me have nothing but kind words to say about him.
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Galea Wildfang
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Posted - 2006.06.11 20:51:00 -
[184]
I never met you, Sir, but you sure had your impact on the game we all so love. My condolences to his friends and mates, and foremost, to his family.
I'll salute you for whom you are and what you did.
Quote:
O Dwellers at the back of the North Wind, What have we done to you? How have we sinned Wandering the Earth from Orkney unto Ind?
With many deaths our fellowship is thinned, Our flesh is withered in the parching wind, Wandering the earth from Orkney unto Ind.
We have no rest. We cannot turn again Back to the world and all her fruitless pain, Having once sought the land where ye remain.
Some say ye are not. But, ah God! we know That somewhere, somewhere past the Northern snow Waiting for us the red-rose gardens blow:
-The red-rose and the white-rose gardens blow In the green Northern land to which we go, Surely the ways are long and the years are slow.
We have forsaken all things sweet and fair, We have found nothing worth a moment's care Because the real flowers are blowing there.
Land of the Lotus fallen from the sun, Land of the Lake from whence all rivers run, Land where the hope of all our dreams is won!
Shall we not somewhere see at close of day The green walls of that country far away, And hear the music of her fountains play?
So long we have been wandering all this while By many a perilous sea and drifting isle, We scarce shall dare to look thereon and smile.
Yea, when we are drawing very near to thee, And when at last the ivory port we see Our hearts will faint with mere felicity:
But we shall wake again in gardens bright Of green and gold for infinite delight, Sleeping beneath the solemn mountains white, While from the flowery copses still unseen Sing out the crooning birds that ne'er have been Touched by the hand of winter frore and lean;
And ever living queens that grow not old And poets wise in robes of faerie gold Whisper a wild, sweet song that first was told
Ere God sat down to make the Milky Way. And in those gardens we shall sleep and play For ever and for ever and a day.
Ah, Dwellers at the back of the North Wind, What have we done to you? How have we sinned, That ye should hide beyond the Northern wind?
Land of the Lotus, fallen from the Sun, When shall your hidden, flowery vales be won And all the travail of our way be done?
Very far we have searched; we have even seen The Scythian waste that bears no soft nor green, And near the Hideous Pass our feet have been.
We have heard Syrens singing all night long Beneath the unknown stars their lonely song In friendless seas beyond the Pillars strong.
Nor by the dragon-daughter of Hypocras Nor the vale of the Devil's head we have feared to pass, Yet is our labour lost and vain, alas!
Scouring the earth from Orkney unto Ind, Tossed on the seas and withered in the wind, We seek and seek your land. How have we sinned?
Or is it all a folly of the wise, Bidding us walk these ways with blinded eyes While all around us real flowers arise?
But, by the very God, we know, we know That somewhere still, beyond the Northern snow Waiting for us the red-rose gardens blow.
C.S. Lewis, Song of the Pilgrims
Flamming leads to anger, anger leads to pain, pain leads to suffering, and suffering leads to teh Dark Side !
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Vegas
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Posted - 2006.06.11 20:53:00 -
[185]
This is really sad news
My condolences to his family and friends. ----------------------------------------------- Rage of Angels Killboard
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Shinnen
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Posted - 2006.06.11 23:23:00 -
[186]
Now that I am unbanned,
I'd like to bestow my deepest sympathies upon his family and close friends.
Shinnen ------------------
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Moon dragon
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Posted - 2006.06.12 10:38:00 -
[187]
Didnt know him.
But here is my condolences.
May he R.I.P
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Tau chow
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Posted - 2006.06.12 11:32:00 -
[188]
Edited by: Tau chow on 12/06/2006 11:32:42 *Please delete*
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Liquid General
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Posted - 2006.06.12 11:33:00 -
[189]
Very sad to hear. He was a great pvp pilot. My condolences to his family and friends. --------------------
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Zillazuki
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Posted - 2006.06.12 11:45:00 -
[190]
A legendary pilot by all accounts. He should have a system named in his honour.
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Brastagi
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Posted - 2006.06.12 12:15:00 -
[191]
It was a pleasure fighting him and Cult of Cthutlu in the past. Sad to see someone you met and fought passed away like that ---------
In memory of Ghossen
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Bernehs Trial
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Posted - 2006.06.12 15:14:00 -
[192]
DAMN IT !
Why do the good die so young.
My heart goes out to his parents and the rest of his family.
Take care mate and fly safe.
Berneh/Bernardattic
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Shauna
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Posted - 2006.06.12 15:51:00 -
[193]
I still can't believe this news. So tragic. Truly a great loss for Eve. I was lucky enough to team up with ioctl on a few occasions which remain some of the most fun experiences I've ever had playing Eve. He will certainly be missed. |
Acuna Traos
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Posted - 2006.06.12 19:38:00 -
[194]
IĘve just got back from holiday to hear this tragic news. I havenĘt been active much in eve for a long time and when I was it was mostly thanks to ioctlĘs enthusiasm for wanting more and more combat.
Like many I suppose, IĘm not one for grand words, but what Merdekka wrote really hits the spot for me. Ioctl was a great guy and will be sorely missed by everyone, even those who have never met him, for they will never now know what it was like to face him in combat or fly with him as a friend.
Farewell Ben, rest in peace.
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Jane Vladmir
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Posted - 2006.06.12 20:57:00 -
[195]
My deepest sympathies to his friends and family. Rest in peace, fellow player.
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Niaski Zalani
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Posted - 2006.06.13 04:41:00 -
[196]
So sorry to hear this terrible news.
Rest in peace. yarr. |
Rina Shanu
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Posted - 2006.06.13 09:54:00 -
[197]
Rest In Peace. Condolences...
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Sig dimensions must be no more than 400W x 120H - Cathath ([email protected]) |
Plan Neun
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Posted - 2006.06.13 12:06:00 -
[198]
Edited by: Plan Neun on 13/06/2006 12:07:12 RIP to a great gamer and condolances to family and friends.
I met him during the Kraftwerk period, he will be missed and remembered with honour.
Plan Neun |
MacDuncan
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Posted - 2006.06.13 13:53:00 -
[199]
My deepest condolences...
Hoorible thought...only 23...makes me feel so sad... --
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Abyss Jack
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Posted - 2006.06.13 15:25:00 -
[200]
sad to hear that, R.I.P. ------------------------------
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DaddyS
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Posted - 2006.06.13 16:02:00 -
[201]
Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
DaddyS
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Ranko
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Posted - 2006.06.13 17:08:00 -
[202]
My condolences to his family and friends. ---
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Plasmatique
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Posted - 2006.06.13 17:17:00 -
[203]
Condolences out to those close to him.
Makes you realize sometimes how really short and fragile life is. ................................... Proud owner of a nerfed sig :( |
Bigben
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Posted - 2006.06.13 21:14:00 -
[204]
Never had the pleasure of playing against or along side him in game, but i knew he must of been a great guy after all his vids he made.. my condolencies to him and his family...
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Kane Jacobs
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Posted - 2006.06.14 03:27:00 -
[205]
I cant believe what I just read. It isn't fair. I will treasure the few times I got to fly with the guy and an awesome guy he was on all levels.
Rest in peace Ben.
//Kane
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Xeriuz
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Posted - 2006.06.14 03:48:00 -
[206]
damn, what to say...
im not good with this. but Rest in Peace Ben and mecondolenses to his family and friends in/out of game ______________________________________________ X
You Never Know What You Have Until You Lose It |
Golan Trevize
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Posted - 2006.06.14 04:21:00 -
[207]
Condolences to his family.... The Gallente ideals of Freedom, Liberty and Equality will be met by the Amarr realities of Lasers, Armor and Battleships.
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Caya
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Posted - 2006.06.14 07:29:00 -
[208]
very sad! i hope he had good times and enjoyed his life! i wish his family power to overcome this tragedy.
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Handon Guild
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Posted - 2006.06.14 08:40:00 -
[209]
Rest in peace
All of your who knew this, sayingly great person:
Don't mourn the loss of your friend - take comfort in the good memories of him, and the way he affected you.
Something greater awaits us after death!
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Zzombie
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Posted - 2006.06.14 09:24:00 -
[210]
Didnt know the gentleman, but salute him, this game should have some way of recording players like this so they in effect never die!
A wall of honour or ship grave yard something like that!
He hasnt died! merely moved to a system far away.
Rest in space friend.
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Rasitiln
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Posted - 2006.06.14 09:46:00 -
[211]
I spoke to Ioctl on the second day of playing eve. I asked him if he was a pirate. He told me no he was a mercenary (at this time in eve I didnt even know mercs existed) He then took the time to explain to me some basic concepts of pvp and told me if I ever need help to feel free to ask.Since then I have contacted him on a few occasions for ship ideas etc. He was a great pvper with a pure heart. Sadly I never did have a chance to fight with or against Ioctl
RIP ioctl
Want to be a pirate? Join Sniggwaffe |
Mrs Doubtfire
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Posted - 2006.06.14 11:42:00 -
[212]
After reading every single word on these 7 pages, I have tears in my eyes. I never knew Ioctl / Ben, but right now I wish I had! He sounds like a warm and loving guy, fun and pleasent to be around with. Loved by many players in EVE and by people who had the privilege of being a part of his life.
This makes me wonder of life, so fun and inspiring, yet fragile and short. Please do take care of your self up there Ben, I guess we'll meet someday.
All the best in the future to Ben's family, friends and the people of EVE.
/Doubtfire
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dafone reese
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Posted - 2006.06.14 14:58:00 -
[213]
We commit Ben to your keeping, 0 Lord. His soul has been taken from the shadow of our nights; he has been released from all darkness and pain.
Ben has gone beyond our world; he is forever eternal and everlasting...ashes to ashes, dust to dust.
My regards to Bens family and friends.
This next passage is from the film Alien 3, some of you might recognise it, hope itĘs not inappropriate.
Why are the innocent punished? Why the sacrifice? Why the pain?
There aren't any promises. Nothing's certain. Only some get called. Some get saved.
He won't ever know the hardship and grief for those of us left behind. We commit his body to the void with a glad heart...
Within each seed there's the promise of a flower. And within each death, no matter how small, there's always a new life. A new beginning.
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ubikar
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Posted - 2006.06.14 15:26:00 -
[214]
This is so unfair... He was a nice guy, dedicated, friendly... My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
You will be missed Ben, may you rest in peace. -- Kinjirra > well I would get a CoV ops....but it was in our POS...... |
SpaceCleaver
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Posted - 2006.06.14 16:03:00 -
[215]
Man, I don't know what to say.
Hope he's a better place than this unfair world.
Rest in peace!
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liquidism
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Posted - 2006.06.14 17:28:00 -
[216]
sincere condolences to his family and friends this is a pretty sad day
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Himo Amasacia
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Posted - 2006.06.14 17:53:00 -
[217]
I only know Ioctl from the COC vids. But even so this news has hit me hard. He seems to have been an exctaordinary man, a great pilot, and his skill and charisma shone out through the screen. I regret that I will never fly with or against him, and I think those that knew him should count themselves blessed for having done so.
ANd now if I may I will offer a prayer. If it means anything I trained for a while to be a priest, so I hope this will mean more for that..
May he fly to the heavens May he shoot theough tha stars A worthy soul comes to your arms oh heavenly mother/father May your light and all the angels shine on him May he be blessed and at peace
Amen
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Zajo
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Posted - 2006.06.14 19:50:00 -
[218]
"Quiet and sincere sympathy is often the most welcome and efficient consolation to the afflicted. Said a wise man to one in deep sorrow, "I did not come to comfort you; God only can do that; but I did come to say how deeply and tenderly I feel for you in your affliction".
- Tryon Edwards
My condolences to his family and friends. ----------------------------------------------- http://files.upl.silentwhisper.net/upload4/Zajo021.jpg signature removed (max size 24000 bytes) - please email us (with the signature URL) if you want to know why - Pirlouit([email protected])
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Xenia Souljah
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Posted - 2006.06.14 20:12:00 -
[219]
Ben,
Rest in peace.
~XS
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Norse God
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Posted - 2006.06.14 22:28:00 -
[220]
I only knew him through the videos and his reputation. Still those videos was one of the things that made me start playing EVE. A sad day indeed, part of EVE died with him.
My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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Kattius
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Posted - 2006.06.15 01:39:00 -
[221]
Though i didn't know Ben/Ioctl, and just by reading this thread he sounded like a great guy, friend and pvper. It is always sad to see someone die so young, my thoughts are with Ioctl's ingame and real life friends, and most importantly his family.
R.I.P Ben
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Wulfstan
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Posted - 2006.06.15 18:53:00 -
[222]
23 is no age at all. RIP Ben.
Do not stand at my grave and weep; I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there. I did not die.
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H Zub
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Posted - 2006.06.16 09:15:00 -
[223]
I haven't been myself since this tragedy hit us. I never could have imagined how huge the emptiness, a person you only met ingame and voice chat, could leave behind. There's so much I miss now.
And to think he wont get a memorial from ccp. I wish there was something I could do to convince the devs The Hunter Hypnotized
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Assassin 2
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Posted - 2006.06.16 11:30:00 -
[224]
My condolences to him, his family, his friends and his corp that have had to hear this saddening news. RIP m8.
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YORK CRAFT
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Posted - 2006.06.16 23:27:00 -
[225]
Once there was a time it happened, that we had common enemies. And after our first fight alongside, where he alone tanked 3 BS's, i said to him: "well, I should put you and CoC on +3 standing now." He laughs and answered: "Sorry, on my scale there is no +3 or a fine or a decent, there is only a -10 or a +10, mate." It wouldnt be right to say, he was a close friend of mine. But I know him as an outstanding Soldier, trustable in all means. He saved our asses more than on time. A Legend has gone, his clone will never be the same, cause his RL Master is no mo. I will never forget his words: "today I think im gone die." Welcome to the hall of fame of the EVE-Community!
Hats off, respect and a salute to "teh ioctl" from all Kraftwerk and Ganja Pilots. GL to Omniscient Order. Im sure you will grow stronger outa this.
YORK CRAFT ceo
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Riotoverkill
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Posted - 2006.06.17 05:19:00 -
[226]
I new him well and enjoyed his company along side with his corp mates. I got to fight with him and against him several times had a blast each time i did. It greatly saddened me when i heard the news of this young mans early demise in the prime of his life and i will never forget.
Just because heĘs gone, doesnĘt mean he isnĘt around.
Sympathetically yours,
Riotoverkill
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Inturist
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Posted - 2006.06.17 08:20:00 -
[227]
Damn 23
R.I.P. ioctl
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Canti Ludan
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Posted - 2006.06.17 09:19:00 -
[228]
tis a sad day... some of my fondess memories in this game and proudest moments where facing IO and getting away with 10-20% hull left.
IO made me a better player and even though was shooting at me; it was always fun to chat with him when floating in my pod.
ioctl, you will be missed...
Respectfully, Canti Ludan
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Carth Jared
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Posted - 2006.06.17 13:51:00 -
[229]
Only had the chance to talk with him a few times but he seemed like a great guy and i've always admired how well he played this game.
Rest in piece Ioctl/Ben
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TEK9
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Posted - 2006.06.17 17:50:00 -
[230]
Originally by: H Zub I haven't been myself since this tragedy hit us. I never could have imagined how huge the emptiness, a person you only met ingame and voice chat, could leave behind. There's so much I miss now.
And to think he wont get a memorial from ccp. I wish there was something I could do to convince the devs
/signed
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Remmington Daniels
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Posted - 2006.06.17 23:55:00 -
[231]
Rest In Peace ioctl.
My Condolences to the family -----------------
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Izo Azlion
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Posted - 2006.06.18 00:18:00 -
[232]
His life may have ended but i am 100% sure he goes on in memory with you all, and as i write this i'm in tears over a friend of mine with - although very curable - cancer.
My best wishes too all, tragic news.... i cant begin to explain...
Best wishes..
Izo Azlion.
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Firequill
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Posted - 2006.06.18 03:39:00 -
[233]
The reaper is truly one that doesnt discern rich from poor, young from old. but often, he is just wrong.
Never knew "ioctl" ingame or out, but by the looks of this thread, i have no doubt in my heart when i say that we have lost an upstanding member of our community, and fine fellow human.
R.I.P ben . may your journey be fruitful and serene.
"when times of darkness are upon men, deeds long past often shine their way home"
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Deja Thoris
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Posted - 2006.06.18 21:31:00 -
[234]
Rest in peace Ben.
My heartfelt condolences to all of his friends and family.
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Tar Ecthelion
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Posted - 2006.06.18 21:37:00 -
[235]
A sad day this is. .....
"When you kill a man it costs nothing to be polite" Winston Churchill
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splattercat
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Posted - 2006.06.19 02:08:00 -
[236]
i have put off posting here as i only talked once or twice in game, but there are some ppl in game i have know for allmost 3 years who talk so highly of Ben that i allmost felt i knew him, and TBH i wish i had. To the ppl in game i know,i am so sorry for the loss, nothing i can say/do will help but if asked i will try. I will offer up what prayer i can.
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miblando
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Posted - 2006.06.19 05:19:00 -
[237]
Originally by: H Zub I haven't been myself since this tragedy hit us. I never could have imagined how huge the emptiness, a person you only met ingame and voice chat, could leave behind. There's so much I miss now.
And to think he wont get a memorial from ccp. I wish there was something I could do to convince the devs
/Signed
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Kaylana Syi
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Posted - 2006.06.19 07:56:00 -
[238]
CCP should put his name into EVE Lore... and there should be an ingame event to honor him. One of the best.
Originally by: "Oveur" I don't react to threats any better than you do
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El'hith
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Posted - 2006.06.20 21:24:00 -
[239]
Rip Ioctl
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Ramruqai
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Posted - 2006.06.21 23:58:00 -
[240]
This is indeed the sadest thing to ever happen to the EvE comunity. I greif with you former Cult of Cuthulu and Omnicent Order members and Ioctl's family and friends. Even if we shot each other with no mercy I had HUGE respect for this pilot, best pilot I ever have met! We had a few talks about EvE and other things, way to few!
Rest in Peace Ioctl, 23 years is not enough for such a noble person. Reading news like theese makes me hope there is something that can be called paradise. A wise man once said "The gods love the ones that die young".
It's the pilot that makes the ship, Not the ship that makes the pilot. |
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Uggster
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Posted - 2006.06.22 01:24:00 -
[241]
I never met this guy but TBH 23 is a bit short for anyone with this many friends.
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j0sephine
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Posted - 2006.06.27 02:17:00 -
[242]
An out-of-respect bump for these who like me don't check out off-topic section too often, and could've missed this particular sad news.
RIP, Ben.
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Aibee
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Posted - 2006.06.28 19:31:00 -
[243]
Rest in peace Gotta get a sig :/ |
Volkon
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Posted - 2006.06.28 23:27:00 -
[244]
R.I.P Ben - 23 was such a young age but i hope your soul lives on.
My thoughts go out to your family and freinds
Volk
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Danks
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Posted - 2006.06.29 00:38:00 -
[245]
I never knew Ben in game, only by reputation. I think my one encounter with him was maybe a year ago. I was in the MC chasing a war target and I see him in local. I'm a really big fan of the CoC vids so I gave a "\o CoC <3 the vids" in local and was on my way chasing my target. Now watching those vids and hearing his voice read the Sun Tzu quotes will never be the same. Though this is a huge loss to our community, my heart goes out to those who knew him in real life. They have my sincerest condolences. Rest in peace Io.
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ItGo Boom
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Posted - 2006.06.30 21:17:00 -
[246]
Did not know him at all, but have spent the last hour reading this thread.
It sounds like the world and EVE have lost a very good person.
Rest in peace.
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Sakura Nihil
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Posted - 2006.07.01 08:18:00 -
[247]
Fanfest this year - a petition must be started.
Its one thing to say "no" to people in a forum, but quite another to look into the eyes of your players and coldly refuse to honor someone that died.
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Luke Bhaal
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Posted - 2006.09.11 06:42:00 -
[248]
Edited by: Luke Bhaal on 11/09/2006 06:43:46 I recently found out about Ben, sad to hear. Even tho we never met in the Eve Universe, he was my hero. One of a few that got me interested in this game and the PvP side. I watched the Be Ruthless video over and over, observeing ioctl. Seeing how it was done. Now one of my Heros is gone, and it feels so bad. But I know that he would want all of us to keep pushing on. Ben will be remembered.
My deepest condolences to his friends and family.
GrayFox247/Luke Bhaal
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Lord Wimbishi
Caldari Wolven Elite Guard Ghosts of Retribution
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Posted - 2006.09.11 13:15:00 -
[249]
Damn.. I am way behind the curve but all respects and condolences towards Ben's family and those that knew him best. He was revered as one of the best in EVE. A tragedy no doubt for a 23 year old man.
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Camperific
Es and Whizz Hedonistic Imperative
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Posted - 2007.01.16 23:36:00 -
[250]
I never got to meet io ingame,but i can see from reading all the post's of those who did,that my life is the emptier for it.
My heart goes out to all the friends and family he leave's behind. Rest in peace,i wish i had known you..
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Ice Conch
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Posted - 2007.01.17 00:49:00 -
[251]
Originally by: Camperific I never got to meet io ingame,but i can see from reading all the post's of those who did,that my life is the emptier for it.
My heart goes out to all the friends and family he leave's behind. Rest in peace,i wish i had known you..
necroing this thread = bad
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NurAbSal
Amarr Imperial Dreams Curatores Veritatis Alliance
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Posted - 2007.06.02 00:36:00 -
[252]
I fought him back in my PIE-days... Good guy... Enemy, but i will miss him... Your signature exceeds the maximum allowed filesize of 24000 bytes -Sahwoolo Etoophie ([email protected]) |
Patch86
Di-Tron Heavy Industries Sparta Alliance
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Posted - 2007.06.02 01:01:00 -
[253]
Originally by: Camperific I never got to meet io ingame,but i can see from reading all the post's of those who did,that my life is the emptier for it.
My heart goes out to all the friends and family he leave's behind. Rest in peace,i wish i had known you..
Necroing any thread is bad, but necroing this kind of thread is downright rotten --------
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Ebedar
Gallente Primary Intelligence
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Posted - 2007.06.02 01:18:00 -
[254]
Originally by: Patch86
Originally by: Camperific I never got to meet io ingame,but i can see from reading all the post's of those who did,that my life is the emptier for it.
My heart goes out to all the friends and family he leave's behind. Rest in peace,i wish i had known you..
Necroing any thread is bad, but necroing this kind of thread is downright rotten
Actually, the timing is somewhat appropriate as the 4th of June marks the anniversary of Ben's death.
Personally, I have no issue with people wishing to pay their respects in this thread, no matter how late.
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Noobjuice
Omniscient Order
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Posted - 2007.06.04 16:25:00 -
[255]
Everyone should take a minute to reflect. Appreciate those in your life, in game and in real life. You never know what the future holds. You will never be forgotten Io.
NJ
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KentachiSamurai
g guild
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Posted - 2007.06.04 16:59:00 -
[256]
One year on,
Gone but not forgotten
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Entity
X-Factor Industries
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Posted - 2007.06.05 00:22:00 -
[257]
Now I feels all sad again... A year, wow... Time sure goes by way too fast.
Still missing you, io ♥
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