Argonath RPG - A World of its own

Community => News and Announcements => Topic started by: Gandalf on July 28, 2012, 03:48:20 pm

Title: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Gandalf on July 28, 2012, 03:48:20 pm
It was the afternoon of July 28, 2006.
After having been preparing for a couple of weeks to reach the opening date of August 1, everything was ready. As it was Friday evening, we decided all was ready to open. After all why wait if we already reached the targets we wanted.

And so at 18:00 we opened for public. All founders were present, Aragorn, Legolas, Sauron and Gandalf. It was soon after the first visitors appeared. And the news spread very fast that a new RPG server was present.
Within days a regular group of people were playing. And the envy started, as well as attempts to close us down.

Since then a lot has changed, and things have stayed the same. We still follow our path, and our ideas even if they are a bit different from others. We are still free for all to play, without extorting our players to buy virtual items with real money. And we are still attacked by those who we have to expell because of their own behavour. Still people spread the  most ridiculous rumours, and assure their friends that we are not going to make it any further.

We could care less about what others think, as we do this our way. We are not in it to make money, if we were things would be very different. We are not a bunch of kids who give up when things need extra work.
We are here to bring enjoyment to anyone who wishes to play here, and looking at the community many people still do. Even those who were gone for some time come back to enjoy and revive their old memories, even if they find themselves in a different world as the one they left.

Everything changes, and we also change. For some that is good, for others not. But time never stops, and today can never be yesterday and will never be tomorrow. There is one thing that is sure. As long as we like to have fun and provide a fun place for others, Argonath shall exist. And if we and our members can manage it, it might even exist long after we are gone.

The future is something nobody knows. But one thing is sure. No attackers, hackers, or motherfackers can stop us.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Salmonella on July 28, 2012, 03:50:20 pm
Nice to read this again.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Morais on July 28, 2012, 03:52:27 pm
May Sauron be with us.
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Post by: Freedom on July 28, 2012, 03:54:27 pm
Happy Birthday, Argonath RPG  :evil:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Ricardo_Banderaz on July 28, 2012, 03:58:03 pm
Nice to read this
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: hAWK. on July 28, 2012, 03:58:22 pm
Educative, we should face the obstacles, not give up.

Ps. I like the last sentence.
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Post by: Emre on July 28, 2012, 04:02:38 pm
Happy anniversary.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: battle on July 28, 2012, 04:03:16 pm
Never ever giveup, you only loose that way, anyway well written, we've taken a ton of beat downs but always arose after it again!
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Post by: Dorg on July 28, 2012, 04:04:57 pm
Happy Birthday!
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Post by: Alarba on July 28, 2012, 04:06:32 pm
Hmmhmm.
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Post by: Teddy on July 28, 2012, 04:07:24 pm
Amazing! Happy anniversary Argonath!

Time for celebration!  :drunk:
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Post by: Mikro on July 28, 2012, 04:14:26 pm
Wheee! Happy birthday Argonath! Hope you will survive a lot more!  :hurray:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Webster on July 28, 2012, 04:26:58 pm
Happy Birthday Argonath, you shall never fall!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Karmps. on July 28, 2012, 04:30:49 pm
Wheee! Happy birthday Argonath! Hope you will survive a lot more!  :hurray:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Norrage on July 28, 2012, 04:41:03 pm
Great!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: CharlieKasper on July 28, 2012, 04:46:31 pm
happy 6th anniversary.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: MrTrane on July 28, 2012, 05:11:24 pm
Well said.
Happy Birthday Argonath!  :D
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Murt on July 28, 2012, 05:14:42 pm
It has been a long journey, soon been here for 30 months myself, but happy anniversary.  :cop:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Hidduh on July 28, 2012, 05:21:26 pm
Word. Long live Argonath! :drunk:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Hess on July 28, 2012, 05:31:51 pm
I still remember Argonath's 1st birthday. 5 years after that, and Argonath is still strong! Congratulations Argonath RPG, and congratulations to the founders who have kept it going! You have provided enjoyment for thousands of players over 6 years through the unique style of roleplay servers. That is an incredible achievement!

I look forward to seeing Argonath RPG continue to grow. A bright future awaits in the years to come :)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Ben. on July 28, 2012, 05:56:03 pm
Damn, it means I've been around for half of Argonath's life...I'm happy nao  :evil:
Happy birthday Argonath, thank you owners/developers/community leaders/admins/players for making the community what it is! <3
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Radagast on July 28, 2012, 06:08:00 pm
I remember day one. Congratulations, and thanks to everyone who's helped us stay at the top!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Ratko Gavrilovic on July 28, 2012, 06:18:32 pm
Happy birthday.
Going good so far.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Huntsman on July 28, 2012, 06:38:27 pm
Happy birthday Argonath..

But we all know that nothing last forever, right? Sooner or later Gandalf and Aragorn will get even older, they will start loosing interest in things like this and they will have to move on with their life, build a family, get a job..
So lets enjoy Argonath while we still can, because as gandalf said, no-one can predict the future :)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Morais on July 28, 2012, 06:41:20 pm
Happy birthday Argonath..

But we all know that nothing last forever, right? Sooner or later Gandalf and Aragorn will get even older, they will start loosing interest in things like this and they will have to move on with their life, build a family, get a job..
So lets enjoy Argonath while we still can, because as gandalf said, no-one can predict the future :)

Others will hold onto the project. Also I think they have most of their lifes figured out!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Kent on July 28, 2012, 06:57:58 pm
Well said!
Happy birthday  :drunk:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Lionel Valdes on July 28, 2012, 07:26:49 pm
The AB team's attempts to ruin this server have failed, apparently.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Pablo_Fernandez on July 28, 2012, 07:32:06 pm
Nice to read, HB! :banana:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Kizzu on July 28, 2012, 08:36:19 pm
What a crazy but pleasant voyage it's been.

Happy Birthday Argonath! 6 years and counting!  :hurray:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Plasma on July 28, 2012, 09:32:58 pm
Happy Birthday. A pleasure to be here. :cowb:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: BlackEagle on July 28, 2012, 09:37:02 pm
(http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l625/mumutti/para.png)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Reece on July 28, 2012, 09:49:45 pm
Happy birthday.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Devin on July 28, 2012, 09:59:58 pm
As the years progress, the stronger Argonath becomes as a whole and as a Family.
May there be many more great memories to come in the future.

Happy Birthday.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: yoske on July 28, 2012, 10:31:57 pm
Happy birthday Argonath
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Caltson on July 28, 2012, 11:42:11 pm
The first birthday Argonath Birthday I experienced was the second. I hope to see many more birthdays come to pass, nothing will destroy the story and our community.

Happy Birthday, Argonath RPG!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Radagast on July 29, 2012, 12:09:09 am
From the =AV= Argolympic marathon event around Las Venturas:

(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/1.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/2.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/3.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/4.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/5.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/6.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/7.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/8.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/9.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/10.png)
(http://www.av-clan.com/Jasiu/race/11.png)

A good day was had :D
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Edds on July 29, 2012, 12:57:50 am
A good day was had :D

And much money was won!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Karmps. on July 29, 2012, 02:01:10 am
We should do a BIG BIG group photo of our community.I would be proud if that picture would be my wallpaper!  :hurray:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Matt Murdock on July 29, 2012, 05:25:00 am
I loved the last line.  :D
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Mashgash on July 29, 2012, 05:38:48 am
Obstacles are made to be climbed over!

Happy live Argonath RPG - A world of its own!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Dexter on July 29, 2012, 12:30:33 pm
Been part of this community for about 4 and half years now and only thing I really want to say is thank you. Thank you for all memories what I have got in this time and looking forward what will happen in the future.

Congrats Argonath for 6 years :hurray:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Frank_Hawk on July 29, 2012, 01:28:11 pm
GTA San Andreas - Mission #51 - Ice Cold Killa (HD) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEWwwihNG1I#ws)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Kent on July 29, 2012, 02:34:00 pm
GTA San Andreas - Mission #51 - Ice Cold Killa (HD) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEWwwihNG1I#ws)
:rofl: Knew it!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Klaus on July 29, 2012, 03:18:53 pm
VC:MP Argonath July 28th 2012 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjGIqBAlHYs#)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Inkognito on July 29, 2012, 04:14:16 pm
Happy birthday Argonath ;o
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Kerbe on July 29, 2012, 04:49:30 pm
I feel so bad being late for such an anniversary :(

Happy birthday Argonath, thank you!
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Sockom on July 29, 2012, 07:44:45 pm
Happy Birthday Argonath ! Thank you !  :hurray:
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Post by: [NP]Monte Montague on July 30, 2012, 02:17:24 am
I didn't get much money :(
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Alfreddo. on July 30, 2012, 06:17:38 am
Got only 15$ lol...
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Boozman on July 30, 2012, 06:22:01 am
6 years, damn.
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Post by: ~Legend~ on July 30, 2012, 07:08:54 pm
Happy 6th anniversary, Argonath RPG. :)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: McGarrett on July 31, 2012, 01:47:05 am
Happy 6th anniversary, Argonath RPG. :)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Hugo. on July 31, 2012, 05:10:24 pm
Damn, I'm too late.

Happy birthday, Argonath! :alc:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Lionel Valdes on July 31, 2012, 06:19:34 pm
Vice City cars are sexier than San Andreas'
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Marcell on July 31, 2012, 06:50:16 pm
Vice City cars are sexier than San Andreas'
this guy knows what he's talking 'bout
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: SugarD on August 01, 2012, 12:24:14 am
this guy knows what he's talking 'bout
I have to agree...but I also have to say that Liberty City's are even nicer!
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Post by: Emre on August 01, 2012, 01:13:12 am
You mean the rectangular wheels / rims ?
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Devin on August 01, 2012, 01:17:30 am
You can't go wrong with GTA IV vehicles.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: SugarD on August 01, 2012, 01:30:10 am
You mean the rectangular wheels / rims ?
Rectangular?!?

You can't go wrong with GTA IV vehicles.
I was actually referring to GTA III. I should've been more specific. :lol:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Devin on August 01, 2012, 01:33:15 am
And I was referring to GTA:IV and not your post about Liberty City.  :roll:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: SugarD on August 01, 2012, 02:50:41 am
And I was referring to GTA:IV and not your post about Liberty City.  :roll:
D:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: JDC on August 01, 2012, 03:41:51 am
Belated Happy Birthday, Argonath! Since I share the same birthday with Argonath, I'll post a short message as well.

Argonath RPG started out with the aim to provide a place where players can foster fun and friendship among each other. In the past six years, I can say that it has not only reached/surpassed that goal, but I am sure it has also helped certain individuals become better people IRL. One such individual would be myself.

I first entered Argonath at the age of 14, just before I entered High School. I've experienced parts of the stereotypical new-player-cycle; getting banned for using mods, stealing suspects for the sake of money, driving cars into gas stations, et cetera. Yet after each year, I have found myself operating under a better set of values.

Now, as a college student of my country's premiere State University, I can look back on some of the more fonder memories I've had, both good and bad. Argonath has been a second home for me whenever I wanted to blow off some steam from RL pressures, or when I just wanted to have some good old-fashioned fun.

It is not only from the good memories I have learned, but even from the not-so-happy ones as well. From getting Jingle banned along with myself (back in MTA:VC 2008), I learned to take responsibility for others. From FBI SA:MP, I have learned how good careers may come to a bad end. From unban requests, I have learned how some people can act like total motherfackers against this community, only to come crawling back afterwards.

One point in particular I must credit are the numerous arguments in SA:MP Ideas board... those arguments and clashing posts have helped me process ideas better, something which I can always look back on now that I am a member of one of the region's most prestigious Debate Varsity societies, even participating in a regional debate championship last weekend (which is why I posted only now). Whereas I started out arguing to demonize a certain idea, now I have learned to argue for argument's sake.

There are many people I would like to thank, but since this post is long enough as it is, I would mention the person on top of that list; Gandalf. For solving so many problems with a knowledge that many others lack, for remaining calm when everyone was panicking, for saving my ass and giving me chances when I deviated from the right path, and most importantly, being one of the vital pillars that holds this community together. Thank you.

Here's to the future of Argonath. :drunk:
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Kapil on August 01, 2012, 06:10:44 am
even your arch enemies are supporting
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Hess on August 01, 2012, 09:56:57 am
Vice City cars are sexier than San Andreas'
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Morais on August 01, 2012, 01:00:20 pm


Cubes always fashioned me.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Radagast on August 01, 2012, 01:03:03 pm
Vice City's are better. Much brighter. Not depressed and boring like in III :P
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Marcell on August 01, 2012, 02:51:13 pm
Belated Happy Birthday, Argonath! Since I share the same birthday with Argonath, I'll post a short message as well.

Argonath RPG started out with the aim to provide a place where players can foster fun and friendship among each other. In the past six years, I can say that it has not only reached/surpassed that goal, but I am sure it has also helped certain individuals become better people IRL. One such individual would be myself.

I first entered Argonath at the age of 14, just before I entered High School. I've experienced parts of the stereotypical new-player-cycle; getting banned for using mods, stealing suspects for the sake of money, driving cars into gas stations, et cetera. Yet after each year, I have found myself operating under a better set of values.

Now, as a college student of my country's premiere State University, I can look back on some of the more fonder memories I've had, both good and bad. Argonath has been a second home for me whenever I wanted to blow off some steam from RL pressures, or when I just wanted to have some good old-fashioned fun.

It is not only from the good memories I have learned, but even from the not-so-happy ones as well. From getting Jingle banned along with myself (back in MTA:VC 2008), I learned to take responsibility for others. From FBI SA:MP, I have learned how good careers may come to a bad end. From unban requests, I have learned how some people can act like total motherfackers against this community, only to come crawling back afterwards.

One point in particular I must credit are the numerous arguments in SA:MP Ideas board... those arguments and clashing posts have helped me process ideas better, something which I can always look back on now that I am a member of one of the region's most prestigious Debate Varsity societies, even participating in a regional debate championship last weekend (which is why I posted only now). Whereas I started out arguing to demonize a certain idea, now I have learned to argue for argument's sake.

There are many people I would like to thank, but since this post is long enough as it is, I would mention the person on top of that list; Gandalf. For solving so many problems with a knowledge that many others lack, for remaining calm when everyone was panicking, for saving my ass and giving me chances when I deviated from the right path, and most importantly, being one of the vital pillars that holds this community together. Thank you.

Here's to the future of Argonath. :drunk:
why do you have a life
when you can just roleplay it
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: SugarD on August 01, 2012, 05:29:45 pm
Vice City's are better. Much brighter. Not depressed and boring like in III :P
You gotta get used to the New York-style feel to appreciate their sexiness! ;)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Sawyer on August 01, 2012, 06:42:26 pm
Happy late birthday. A world of it's own..
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Dolfagr on August 02, 2012, 01:26:53 am
I for once can only hope that the creators of this beloved world and community with the players will continue the project for years and years to come, and will still provide the entertainment and enjoyment, as it was on day one when we joined.

"Falling down is not defeat, refusing to stand up is."

Westlife - You Raise Me Up (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bxc9hbwkkw#ws)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: alex4888 on August 02, 2012, 03:15:29 pm
Argonath,Happy Birthday!
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Post by: TiMoN on August 04, 2012, 09:33:41 pm
L O N G    L I V E   A R G O N A T TH
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Post by: McGarrett on August 06, 2012, 12:53:52 am
What the hell happened to the forum? :P
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Jubin on August 06, 2012, 01:00:06 am
What the hell happened to the forum? :P
Barely noticeable change, I agree.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: McGarrett on August 06, 2012, 01:05:02 am
Barely noticeable change, I agree.

... ha-ha... haha.. ha..

It's ugly..
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Jubin on August 06, 2012, 01:09:45 am
... ha-ha... haha.. ha..

It's ugly..
Yet I see it as more compact, better way of displaying that just needs getting used to. Then again I usually take changes better than most people. cheers, mate. :)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: McGarrett on August 06, 2012, 01:11:43 am
Yet I see it as more compact, better way of displaying that just needs getting used to. Then again I usually take changes better than most people. cheers, mate. :)

Yeah, I like changes too, but this is way too much. It's a huge change and this makes it ugly.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Jubin on August 06, 2012, 01:13:16 am
Yeah, I like changes too, but this is way too much. It's a huge change and this makes it ugly.
Give it time :)
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: McGarrett on August 06, 2012, 01:14:35 am
First of all, the bar on the left side, it's ugly as hell. It makes the topics small and poor. Second of all, it's too much white :<
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Gandalf on August 06, 2012, 01:19:02 am
If you can not stand the white colour, go to the home page and change to the CC template.
Then you will read in the usual darker ones.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Mariio on August 06, 2012, 01:20:08 am
First of all, the bar on the left side, it's ugly as hell
you can hide it
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Teddy on August 06, 2012, 01:22:40 am
If you can not stand the white colour, go to the home page and change to the CC template.
Then you will read in the usual darker ones.

CC is awesome xD
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Devin on August 06, 2012, 01:26:13 am
This is exactly where having a large Wide Screen is great.
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: JayL on August 06, 2012, 03:55:06 am
Thumbs up if the new layout reminds you of the 2006/2007 one with the two police bikes and Tommy on a Freeway on each side. :D
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: Nathan on August 06, 2012, 08:08:11 am
Oh God, this new theme...

I like change, BUT this is TOO liberal...
Title: Re: Argonath RPG: 6 years a world of our own
Post by: JDC on August 06, 2012, 12:08:56 pm
With the exception of the background and some other things at the top, the CC theme looks better than the new one.
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