For Sharvan
Our family has suffered a great tragedy. One of the sweetest and kindest people we know, Sharvan, passed away.
Sharvan was a founding member of Aetherial Circle, she’s been with Cay and Fio for much longer that we have been. Aside from the fact that she was smart and funny, anybody who knew her knew her great love… was cows. Especially “moo”.
Shar would greet us with an exhuberant MOO!! every time we’d log in. A “Moo back atchyou!” was our typical reply. She had moo-toys. She had moo-clothing.
We named our wind serpent DrMooPhD just for her and she loved it.
Sharvan passed today. Aetherical Circle is reeling from the shock and loss of one of the best people in our guild. If the good die young, He got the Best.
Aetherial Circle and the entire BigRedKitty family extend our most heartfelt condolences to Sharvan’s parents and family. God Bless you all, and may you find comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Sharvan had already created her character for the Running of Da Bulls. And while she will not be able to run with us, we shall run for her, and carry her memory with us:
The Running of Da Bulls for Sharvan
It shall be neither canceled nor delayed. There will be a voluntary 500 Moo Salute before the start of the race, for she would’ve loved that. You honestly have no idea how much she would’ve laughed at the idea, and we cannot help but hope she’ll get to see it somehow.
Goodbye Sharvan. We’re going to miss you.
Zball on 23 Apr 2008 at 9:40 pm #
Always a shame to lose someone. My sincere condolences to the family, online and off. The very best to all in this incredibly difficult time.
Ahrtu on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:01 pm #
My deepest condolences to you and all the others in AC, and especially to her family. And thanks for dedicating the run to her. I will be an honor to join the 500 Moo salute.
Ahrtu
Sillas and Nannie on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:01 pm #
/target Aetherial Circle
/hug
/Troll bow of respect
Mascia on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:10 pm #
My condolences to the family and her friends
Narian on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:15 pm #
I’m sorry to hear of such a tragic event befalling you, Aetherial Circle, and the parents of Sharvan. You have my condolences and my sympathy. I’m sure that the whole of the hunter community grieves with y’all.
-Narian
Rav on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:36 pm #
My condolences to Sharvan’s family and friends.
Felandra on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:39 pm #
Don’t know what to say but, I’m terribly sorry for your loss, and especially that of her family.
Itsnoteasy on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:42 pm #
I’ll just echo the sentiments of those above; my condolences to you, your guild and her family.
Dune on 23 Apr 2008 at 10:58 pm #
Sorry to hear. Thoughts go out to her family and friends.
There seems to be an increase in gamers passing away as of late. I know there have been quite a number of deaths in the counter-strike community over the past few months as well. Not in any means suggesting any correlation between gaming and an untimely demise…But it is a bit unnerving hearing about so many young people dying unexpectedly and whatnot
Sadface on 23 Apr 2008 at 11:09 pm #
Thoughts go out to her family and friends.
This is a reminder to us all that life is valuable and your time should be spent doing things you love.
Ahiru on 23 Apr 2008 at 11:12 pm #
My thoughts go out to all her friends, family and guildies and I pray you will all find peace in this hard time.
Zhali on 23 Apr 2008 at 11:12 pm #
My condolences, BRK
Viktel on 23 Apr 2008 at 11:33 pm #
Please let me extend my condolences, thoughts and prayers for all the people her life touched.
I’ll be proud to be a part of the 500 Moo Salute.
Peace,
Vik & Kaylee
Wolf on 23 Apr 2008 at 11:36 pm #
I am terribly sorry for your loss BRK, My family’s prayers are with your family and hers.
For the Pie on 23 Apr 2008 at 11:56 pm #
/target Sharvan
/Moo!
Thoughts and prayers to Sharvan’s family and friends in their time of loss.
Fusko of Proudmoore on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:13 am #
To the family, friends, and guildmates of Sharvan please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. As others have said it is a shame to loose anyone so close to you but to loose someone young seems to strike that much depper.
/respect
/moo
Pike on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:21 am #
I’m so sorry to hear that =(
My condolences to you, the guild family, and her family too.
/hugs to all
Oh and: http://www.wowwiki.com/Alicia%27s_Poem
icedtrip on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:51 am #
It is always tragic to lose someone so young. I lost a good friend not quite 2 years ago at the age of 26.
Although, I may not understand much a lot of times, I try and listen and look to better myself. In this instance, I read your post expecting another witty and energetic remark or response to something of this world. Not thinking of much, I had iTunes playing one of my favorite playlists.
Now, the song that was playing was “Running Up That Hill.” The specific version of the song is by Placebo, but there are many out there. If you have not heard of the song, look it up; or at least the lyrics.
I just don’t know……..
Aerthus on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:24 am #
I know it doesn’t mean much coming from some anonymous person sitting at a computer, but I do understand what it is to lose a friend, unexpectedly or not.
For what it’s worth, I had been debating as to whether or not I would take part in the RoDB, but I shall make an effort to pay my respects in what has been deemed the most fitting way. By huffing my big, hairy behind from Mulgore to Hammerfall.
kunukia on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:37 am #
My thoughts and prayers are with Sharvan’s family and all who knew her.
OM AMI DEWA HRI
Evil Sheep on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:42 am #
Condolences BRK.
Some people don’t understand how attached you can get to people that you have never met face-to-face, but those of us who are in gaming clans and guilds realize that even without a face-to-face meeting, that voice on the other end of the internet is the sound of a dear friend.
Our sympathy to you, AC, and Sharvan’s family.
Nick S. on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:49 am #
major bummer.
before WoW i would have laughed at the idea of mourning the passing of someone you’d only met in a video game; now, i can’t imagine how hard it would be to lose a close guildie.
all my sympathy.
xanthelei on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:35 am #
I’m not too good with saying stuff when someone I didn’t know passes away. Not really that good at it when I did know them, to be honest. But I will do everything I can to be there in her memory. I know a few guildies who I’ve only known for a few months, and I can’t imagine knowing they wouldn’t be logging on again, ever.
/hug to everyone who knew her
eustashius on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:49 am #
Dear AC,
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of one of your own.
/hugs to all
/weep
I would really love to see some of you AC bloggers post some stories about Sharvan if you think it appropriate. I bet she’d like it if we were able to laugh as well as cry.
/off to hug my kids…
-e
Tilt & Socrates on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:48 am #
I am truly sorry for your loss.
My deepest condolences to her parents, family and guild family. I will include her on my prayrs tonight. I especialy feel a deep sadness for her parents. Having kids of my own there is one thing that comes to mind imidiatly, ” No parent should bury their own children”. I am, realy truly sorry.
Dez on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:00 am #
No words of my own, but from a poet, himself long dead…
“Death be not proud, though some have called thee
Mighty and dreadfull, for, thou art not soe,
For, those, whom thou think’st, thou dost overthrow,
Die not, poore death, nor yet canst thou kill mee.
From rest and sleepe, which but thy pictures bee,
Much pleasure, then from thee, much more must flow,
And soonest our best men with thee doe goe,
Rest of their bones, and soules deliverie.
Thou art slave to Fate, Chance, kings, and desperate men,
And dost with poyson, warre, and sicknesse dwell,
And poppie, or charmes can make us sleepe as well,
And better then thy stroake; why swell’st thou then?
One short sleepe past, wee wake eternally,
And death shall be no more; death, thou shalt die.”
–John Donne
Qasjot on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:10 am #
My must heartfelt Condolences from Denmark.
Sadly I cannot participate in RODB, being on a european account.
/salute and /moo Sharvan..
Zac Tolley on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:20 am #
I think we should run a european run too, and hold our own moo salute.
Hugs
Dezrath on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:20 am #
Sorry to hear of your loss guys.
Cherish the memories.
BlackDragon on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:24 am #
I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to Sharvan’s family and friends.
Decado on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:39 am #
Not much for me to say that hasn’t been said already, but Please pass my condolences along as well.
Swagger on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:48 am #
My condolences to her family and friends. I never had the pleasure of knowing her but from your article, even though it of course only covers a small part of her personality, she seemed a genuinely nice person. We all know how rare that quality is. I wish you all well in dealing with your loss and overcoming your grief.
Sincerely yours.
//Swagger
draiggoch on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:28 am #
Though lovers be lost love shall not;
And death shall have no dominion.
Dylan Thomas
/hugs to you all
Vurag on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:47 am #
Condolences to her friends, guild and family. Hope you are all well and can survive this tragedy.
All the best from The Dawn - Mazrigos EU<3
Softi on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:58 am #
So sorry to hear this. It’s so sad to hear of someone young passing away
My thoughts are with her family and friends.
Softi/Marylin
/hug
ganchara on 24 Apr 2008 at 7:54 am #
i have been trying to find time to come to the RodB with sharvan passing away i will try all the harder, you will be missed
greatest sympathies for all of her families and friends
BaldBilly on 24 Apr 2008 at 7:56 am #
My deepest sympathies to her family and friends, I hope that her last moments were not filled with pain or fear but with love.
Respectfully,
BaldBilly
Storin & Rufus
@Sharvin@Everyone on 24 Apr 2008 at 8:01 am #
Mooo!
Moooooooooooo!
Mooo!
@Everyone else. setup a macro on your ROTBulls character to just
/moo
And just spam it when running! Not necessarily as a tribute, but for all those that are unaware of this run that happen to see it… well I am sure they will ROFL when they see the 500 bulls running and moo’ing through the area.
cybergeex on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:01 am #
/Moooooooooooo.
Guy on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:36 am #
oh my..
my prayers to her family and friends.
-guy
HolyWarrior on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:41 am #
:’(
Greenarrowx on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:44 am #
It is indeed a sad time. Losing the young is never easy. My thoughts & prayers to the family, guildies & friends.
I will be unable to attend the RoDB, so here is my salute…
/moo
/bow
/cry :’(
May the stampede be worthy of Sharvan.
Oz on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:13 am #
@ Tommy,
WTF is wrong with you?
Nikabrik on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:24 am #
@Tommy:
Seriously, why would say such an insensitive thing regarding the passing of someone?
Did it make you feel better to hide behind a keyboard when you typed that? Would you say that to any AC member in real life or the parents of that person? If you did you would be eating your teeth!
You are really a low life POS for making that comment and then saying “you know it was funny.”
@Tommy on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:25 am #
Tommy, just hide behind your keyboard.. I got Sharv’s honor on this one.
Not even worth arguing about it with some pimple faced kid that was picked on his whole life….
Dzuri on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:33 am #
Re: the troll
I’d guess he’s young, he’s never lost anyone or anything he cares about. He got the reaction (and attention!) he was looking for.
Remember the old ‘Net rule: “Don’t feed the trolls.”
My condolences on your loss, BRK; we’ve lost a guildie before as well, and nearly lost one this year (went into the ICU in January not expecting to live the night, but he’s a fighter and has pulled through over the last few worry-filled months). Sharvan’s family and guildies will be in my thoughts.
–Dzuri and Nibbles, Kargath
pelides on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:38 am #
My most sincere and heartfelt condolences to you, every member of AC and Sharvan’s family and friends.
Hollowhero on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:40 am #
BRK, sorry for your loss. It’s never easy to lose a loved one.
Matt on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:50 am #
@everyone
You all lost a great person and everyone can understand that. but instead of being sad and upset wouldn’t she rather have everyone laughing instead of being upset? that’s how i’d want it if i would die today.
Papaoomowmow on 24 Apr 2008 at 11:08 am #
you’ll all meet her again on some distant far brighter day…
Dave on 24 Apr 2008 at 11:08 am #
Truly, BRK and AC, I am sorry for your loss. I hope that in some way it helps bring you closer as friends, as the spirit of ‘moo’ lives on.
And do not worry, BRK, she will be watching
bigdid on 24 Apr 2008 at 11:20 am #
I feel deeply sorry for all her family, friends and related.
My thoughts and prayers to all.
Did
GHOSTKID on 24 Apr 2008 at 11:41 am #
I am sorry for you loss. It will be my honor to salute in the race dedicated to her.
Zaraya on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:05 pm #
/moo
I am a, so close to 68 i will be next time i logon, troll and hunter on Cenarion Circle. I’d thought to just lurk here, and attend the running as spiffy new Tauren, but now I feel I’d like to help if you still need it.
I’ll try to get in touch with Ratshag, but it seems he’s never there when I am.
-Zaraya
Mod on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:19 pm #
Condolences to her family,both in RL and virtual.
Most I feel has been said. You honour her memory.
twww on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:23 pm #
My deepest sympathies to all who knew and cared for Sharvan.
The million /moo salute shall be glorious and I’m sure, somewhere, she’ll be smiling & laughing to see it.
Mackenzie on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:25 pm #
My condolences to Sharvan’s family and friends.
/moo x500
Grindurbonze on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:29 pm #
You have my condolences and prayers. Sharvan sounds like the type of person who makes a simple computer game (and RL as well) into a shared experience of epic fun and adventure.
/mourn
Anonymous on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:29 pm #
@Tommy
Wow, the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme? Do you not have anything better to do than sit in your parents basement & troll blogs & forums?
Show some d@mn respect for the deceased.
Mageskinner on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:29 pm #
My condolences to all.
~Mageskinner
Rabbit on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:35 pm #
My condolences to family and friends….I am sorry for your grief.
..and my belief is that she will be watching and enjoying the salute in her honor
Tirth on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:37 pm #
/takesoffhat
/slighttear
Andy C. on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:37 pm #
Sorry for the loss, my condolences to Sharvan’s online and offline families.
/moo
Faeldray on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:40 pm #
My condolences and sympathies to Sharvan’s family and friends and all members of AC.
As much as I want to make the RoDB, I don’t think I’ll be able to so this is for you, Sharvan.
/moo
/salute
Fearstalker on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:46 pm #
/mourn
Septer on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:50 pm #
I truly feel for the family and friends of Sharvan. I hope they can read these comments AFTER a certain individuals idiotic remarks are removed and see that people all over the country and world can feel a sadness of a passing of a friend in WoW.
Keep your heads up, because just reading what BRK wrote about her, it seems she wouldn’t want anyone to lay down and not enjoy their lives for any reason.
@TommytheToolBoyTaylor
Grow up. Karma will find you, my friend. Good luck when it does.
Galorfinor on 24 Apr 2008 at 12:55 pm #
BRK, AC and to the RL family of Sharvan,
My heartfelt condolences goes out to all of you. I know what it is like to lose a love one in RL and the pain will fade away, someday but the happy thoughts of them will always be with you. We always hate to hear the loss of young, bright and outgoing person life in the prime of their lives but they will always live forever in our memory and our hearts, knowing that they are in a better place and someday we’ll meet back up with them again.
/big TX Longhorn MOOOO
/hugs to all
/silent cry
Elune
Galor, Marrie May and Rex
Dan on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:00 pm #
Terrible news. I’ve always lurked on this site but felt i needed to ad my sympathies.
God bless
Cuth
Nick S. on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:14 pm #
@black
hush, child.
Stroglin on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:15 pm #
I extend my heartfelt sympathies to Sharvan’s family and AC. It is at these times we truly realize how someone can truly effect our lives. I wish everyone that knew Sharvan the best and offer solace that she is looking down on her friends, happy to see them doing well and honored by the tributes made here.
As for those who have made negative and inane comments I hope you will one day find the wisdom to recognize the importance of honoring the dead.
/moo
/mourn
BM on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:18 pm #
My deepest sympathies and condolences to all of Sharvan’s friends and family. I understand the loss of someone close.
/bows head
/Looks up and lets out “MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!” at top of lungs.
Morane on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:23 pm #
/mournfulmoo
Sibohan on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:27 pm #
/moo
/comfort
Sorry for your loss BRK. Condolences to everyone else in AC as well.
Nik on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:27 pm #
My condolences BRK.
I will moo my head off in the Running of Da Bulls!
noth on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:35 pm #
/hug
/moo
/salute
Jables on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:44 pm #
My condolences to Sharvan’s family and to AC. It’s hard, but as long as you are able to celebrate her life as well as mourn her passing, everything will be okay.
I wish I could make it to the RoDB, but I cannot.
/moo
Jables
Stupid Mage on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:45 pm #
My condolences BRK, my heart goes out to you, your family, and your guild.
Paul on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:45 pm #
My condolences.
/moo
Gunsnbutter on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:46 pm #
Please accept my heartfelt condolances. Losing someone close, be they family or friend, is never easy. It is always too soon to lose one you love. With best wishes and hopes to all who knew this person who was obviously well loved.
Gunsnbutter - Uther
Kibito on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:47 pm #
You have my condolences. Sympathies to Sharvan’s family and friends.
/mourn
Deathrender on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:48 pm #
To BRK, AC, Friends, and Family of Sharvan:
Words cannot describe my deepest condolences for the passing of what sounds like a wonderful human being. I have no doubt she was an amazing young woman, a wonderful daughter, and a memorable friend.
Take comfort in the fact that you all brought immense joy to her life during the time you’ve known her. She is in a far better place now. Cherishing the memories of her and the memories created with her is the single greatest gift you can now give her.
–Jason
Shifttusk on 24 Apr 2008 at 1:52 pm #
To BRK, AC Sharvan’s Family and friends on and offline, Condolences and thoughts from Shift for all of you. While there are not many things someone can say to take the pain from these things remember all the fun memories and give out a little /moo if you can.
Greg
BRKfan on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:05 pm #
many condolences
and /moo
mwahahah on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:14 pm #
/pat
my concolences =/
Awlbiste on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:20 pm #
/moo from an ex female tauren.
/moodolences (?)
Spraynpray on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:26 pm #
I am very sorry for your loss. A friend, no matter their role in our lives, is still a friend. Condolensces for your loss and to her family. May she rest in peace in the knowledge of your remembrance of her.
Koiloki on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:34 pm #
About a year ago, I lost a RL friend, co-worker and guildie. He was the guy who got me into the game.
I can empathize with your loss. My condolences to her family and everyone impacted by the loss.
/gnomemoo
Hoder on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:37 pm #
Condolences to all who knew her, family and friends
my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you
May you all find comfort and some shred of peace in the days that come by remembering the wonderful times as memory, and know that as long as each of you live, in some way, so does she.
I will remember her on Bladefist tonight, a /moo at the top of each hour, for your beloved friend. To Mr. and MRs. BRk and the entirety of your guild, those friends and family no in the guild, to your server, and to the entire WoW community i send you a /hug…thank you for sharing and i hope we can, in some way, help to ease your pain in this time of loss.
I may nto run with the bulls, but i can assure you I will be there for the /moo salute
Rotting Rogue on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:45 pm #
I’m sorry for your loss of a well loved guildie.
Sadly i cannot attend the running of the bulls since I work weekends, but my thoughts will be with you. I might just moo over the radio as well to send my own moo out there with you guys.
Ragadorn and Bananas
Macciatto and Catsmeow on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:48 pm #
/Moo
Capitalism on 24 Apr 2008 at 2:53 pm #
/moo
We recently lost a fellow friend last week to a sudden death. He was my MT for a long, long time.
Rob on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:04 pm #
Sorry for your loss. 21 dwarven gun salute
Very sad when people pass away.
koragg on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:15 pm #
From all of us in the Koragg camp, You have our sincere condolences to the family, online and off. The up most best to all in this difficult time.
Sonvar on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:15 pm #
@Sharvan’s family and AC
Sorry for your loss of a family member and friend. It can be a tough time losing anyone you know but you need to remember the fond times you had with them and cherish them.
@people making jokes
Shame on you trying to make jokes about it at this point. I hope you see the banhammer soon
Auroralia on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:32 pm #
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Too many young people are leaving this earth so early in life. It always seems to me to be the extraordinary people who die too soon. :’(
My son has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. One way to save his sanity as he is confined to the house by low immunity is to play WoW. We play our characters together at times, and we both have friends from all over the country. We have many friends with cancer who also use WoW as a way to be social when physically they are unable to be out and about.
One of those friends left us last year. I sometimes wonder if his mom logged on to let his guildies know he had passed away.
Thoughts of comfort to the family and friends of this special WoWer.
Hugs
Daemonis on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:35 pm #
My sincere condolences to Sharvan’s family, BRK and AC the guild. I can only hope for the best for you all in this difficult time.
I will not miss the Running of the Bulls, and i will do my best to “moo” my way across Azeroth for Sharvan.
symentol on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:38 pm #
My deepest sympathies to Sharvans family and to all who knew her. Its always sad to hear when a young person in our giant WOW community passes.
While i will not be able to attend the running of the Bulls due to work. I will give out a Moo to Sharvan here in my office..
Anna on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:39 pm #
/salute
/moo
You have my thoughts during this time of trial - and if I can, I”ll be there for the RodB.
Gillir on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:47 pm #
My condolences.
Baseball on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:47 pm #
As always, it’s the responses to the troll instead of ignoring it that are worse than the troll itself.
May there be an end to the dark times those who were close to Sharv are going through now, but not an end to her memory.
/moo
Sharvan's Mom on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:52 pm #
It’s so hard to read all of these messages and realize that my wonderful daughter is gone and won’t be home again. Thank you for such sweet and heartfelt acknowledgment of my girl. For those who knew her in rl, her name, Shantara, was a combination of Shane - a bright or blinding light, and Tara - the earth. For me she was the “light of the Earth.” I will miss her beyond anything I can express in words. Thank you for your words of sympathy and hope.
Just this last week Shar had me make a little tauren to attend the Running of the Bulls with you all. I do not think I have the heart to attend without her, but I will think of you all.
To her guildies, thank you so much for being such a bright spot in Shar’s life. She loved her guild and talked about you all often.
If you have stories that you would be willing to share, I would love to read them. All I can do now is collect what memories I can, and I’ll gladly take yours too.
Thank you BRK, so much for your lovely words. I think you got my daughter just right. She would be so pleased with your description, so delighted with the salute you have planed, and so very tickled to know that many people were touched by her. She would have especially loved the clever ways that some of you expressed your sympathy. I wish she were here to know how well loved she was and what a loss it is for so many.
/Moooooooooooooo
/salute
Vronak on 24 Apr 2008 at 3:52 pm #
/moo
wafizy on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:00 pm #
All my condoleances…To the family,friends and guildy’s…Hop you’ll all find peace in these hard moment
Wafizy,the frensh hunter
ailtia on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:12 pm #
what can I say that has not been said before.
I am truly sorry for your and the families loss.
mike
Phoel on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:12 pm #
/Moo
ShatteredMoon on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:14 pm #
I am saddened by the loss of your guildmate and friend. To everyone who knew Sharvan and held her dear, I offer my sincerest condolences and wish you peace. Blessings on your family!
Morwraith on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:25 pm #
Shocking. Just a tragedy. My prayers and my families are with those who have really suffered in this loss. A very appropriate post and very classy BRK and AC. Proud to be in the guild. Here is to better days with Sharvan with us in some way.
/ hugs to Shar’s Mom
Kendry327 on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:35 pm #
My deepest sympathies towards the family BRK
Aventious on 24 Apr 2008 at 4:54 pm #
There is not much more to add too many of the comments that have been posted. I share many of the feelings and heart-felt sympathy. We will pray for Shantara’s family and friends and hope they find some peace in her memory. We wish her family and friends the very best.
BRK – this was very kind of you to do. Shantara’s memory will live on!
Eldinloom on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:05 pm #
Blossoms dance lazily/Under the watching sun
Butterflies flutter by/And the dew sparkles brightly.
Blossom torn down/Withering, burning, lifeless sun
Insects shrivel with time/Dew drops burn to mist
Dark the world seems/When the light leaves
Sorry for your loss, As Aerthus said “Though it means little from an anonymous person sitting at a computer”, I hope that this and all the other replies let you know that we share your pain, and that it does fade with time…
Arkali of Moon Guard on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:13 pm #
My condolences to both her friends and family. I just wanted to express my sympathy. She sounds like a lovely person - I’m so sorry for your loss.
/moo
Ylee on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:20 pm #
I am truely sorry for ya’lls loss.
/moo
Althoran on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:39 pm #
Condolences to you BRK, AC and also to Sharvan’s family. So sorry for your loss.
Semi on 24 Apr 2008 at 5:54 pm #
Logged onto my long forgotten Tauren Hunter for only one thing today…
/moo
Rae on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:07 pm #
I am sorry for your loss.
/moo
Raventala on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:21 pm #
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I wish I could be at the Running of Da Bulls….but, since I can’t be there…
/moo
/moo
/moo
/moo
/moo
/mourn
/target Atherial Circle
/hug
Jageria on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:24 pm #
My sincerest condolences, BRK & AC.
/moo
Coyotle on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:34 pm #
/MoOoOoOoOoOoOo….
/sniff
Beaker on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:35 pm #
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the guys at AC and Sharvan’s family.
Beaker
/moo
Kame on 24 Apr 2008 at 6:51 pm #
… i can give empathy with this as one of my best friends died from a brain tumor… i can tell what you’re going through, but you just have to keep living on and never forget them…
/moo
/moo
/moo
…
/moo from that one kids show on nick jr. when the cow was stuck in the tree(best moo ever)
Durathor on 24 Apr 2008 at 7:14 pm #
many moodolences to the RL and in game families.
/hug
/mooooooooooo
Tarina on 24 Apr 2008 at 7:43 pm #
From the Order of Time (Eldre’Thalas Alliance side) family to all of Shar’s family and friends. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
/salute
Dancingion on 24 Apr 2008 at 7:49 pm #
Sorry to hear of the loss, if there is anything the Hunter community can do, just ask, we’ll be there.
I could not imagine losing my daughter, she is the light of my life. My condolences for her loving family.
Krakker on 24 Apr 2008 at 7:53 pm #
No matter what is said, it will not be enough. My thoughts, hopes, and prayers go out to the family of the young life lost so early. May God grant you and your family Peace.
Loupe on 24 Apr 2008 at 8:18 pm #
“I give to you for a little while a child of mine,” he said,
“to love while living and mourn when dead.”
-Annon.
Peace…
Please accept my Deepest condolences and prayers to family and friends.
A wish that all you shall carry are sweet memories.
/salute
/Moo
claver on 24 Apr 2008 at 8:57 pm #
I am not a poet, so I can’t put down words of wisdom. But I can leave my upmost condolences, a profound / salute and Godspeed
May the light of elune shine apon all her loved ones.
/ moo
Niles on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:01 pm #
It’s always unfortunate to lose someone so close and so young. Everything that needs to be said has been said, so all I can offer is one more sentiment of heartfelt empathy and condolence.
/moooooo
Vashti on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:44 pm #
Condolences to you, Sharvan’s Mom, BRK, and all of AC.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years contemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
- Lawrence Binyon
Banneker (ret.) on 24 Apr 2008 at 9:52 pm #
May the last embrace of the Mother welcome you home. The Light be with you.
/moo
Bre on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:08 pm #
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My deepest condolences to her family, you and your guild.
:’(
Bre
Atania on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:19 pm #
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sharvan. Peace be with you.
Yisdiren on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:23 pm #
Sorry to hear about this
/moo
metrocake on 24 Apr 2008 at 10:55 pm #
I won’t be able to attend the Running, but I wish I could. Please throw in an extra “moo” for me.
Respects, hugs, and love to Shavan’s family and all of AC. I lost my father from a sudden death; can’t even imagine what it’s like to lose a child.
/mooooooo
/hug
Black on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:02 am #
This is always so hard
My sympathy goes out to all of Shavan’s family and friends, including all of AC. Peace and God bless.
Relath on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:22 am #
/moo
/salute
deepest condolences BRK and to shar’s family
Fikkle on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:53 am #
My deepest condolences to all of you who lost your dear friend.
/moo
/mooooooooooooooooooooooo
/salute
Wamo on 25 Apr 2008 at 1:37 am #
I’m sorry to hear about this.
Just shows we need to enjoy life as it lasts eh? Good thing to hear that she did. 
My thoughts are with you all, god speed.
/moo
Pablo on 25 Apr 2008 at 1:37 am #
All my condolences to Shantara’s family and friends.
/moo
Euripedes on 25 Apr 2008 at 2:26 am #
/moo
/mooo….
/cry
Normally these things are impersonal, due to the very nature of the internet and the anonymous aspect of text.
The outpouring of raw emotion here far to overwhelming to be expressed with mere words, yet it is the only medium available to us.
This here troll shed a few tears.
Jarla on 25 Apr 2008 at 3:22 am #
My deepest condolences to her family and friends in and off the game.
Evilstein on 25 Apr 2008 at 4:02 am #
/moo
My deepest and sincerest condoleances to Shantara’s family.
//Evilstein (Shadowsong Europe)
Eskordok on 25 Apr 2008 at 5:50 am #
My deepest condolences to Shantara’s family and friends.
Asar on 25 Apr 2008 at 8:06 am #
To BRK and all of AC, my sympathies for your loss of a friend who made this game a little more special. And as a parent, my greatest condolences to Sharvan’s Mom who has lost a piece of herself.
May you all remember Sharvan, with great joy.
/Moooooooooo
Uzinvi on 25 Apr 2008 at 8:07 am #
If only DrMooPHD could be at the running of da bulls.
/moooooo
Armitank on 25 Apr 2008 at 8:16 am #
I’m sorry for you lose BRK and friends.
I too lost a friend once to leukemia, and I always wished I’d spent more time with him. A great Hunter by the name of Wickedclown you’d of been proud of him.
/farewell Sharvan
Doogie2K on 25 Apr 2008 at 9:31 am #
/bow head
/mourn
Anyone who’s ever lost someone close to them knows how both painful and numbing the whole experience can be. My deepest sympathies and best wishes to Sharvan’s family, friends, and AC.
hojwina on 25 Apr 2008 at 10:49 am #
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
My sympathies……
Murwick on 25 Apr 2008 at 10:55 am #
My condolences to Sharvan’s family.
Noxveritas & Ripley on 25 Apr 2008 at 11:13 am #
My heartfelt condolences to you guys.
I didnt know Sharvan myself. But she obviously was a wonderful person. Be strong guys. She wants you all laugh again im sure.
Celeborn on 25 Apr 2008 at 11:42 am #
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. However, I would like to believe that it has been her gain. My prayers are with her as well as her family and friends.
It is truly uplifting to see a community come together like this one has. I wish that we could have as much respect for people in life as we do in death.
Peloquin on 25 Apr 2008 at 11:59 am #
Sadly I can’t make the running due to being European. So I’ll do this now.
/target Sharvan
/moo
/salute
TurniPete on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:01 pm #
/moo
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
across Northrend’s bright and shining snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
on Westfall’s fields of golden grain.
I am in the morning hush,
of Stranglethorn’s jungle, green and lush.
I am in the drums loud and grand,
the thunderous hooves across Nagrand.
I am the stars warmly gleaming,
over Darnassus softly dreaming.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I do not die.
/moo
Knurd on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:01 pm #
I am very sorry to hear of you loss. Myself and everyone from Defiant of Greymane send our thoughts and prayers your direction. Keep your heads up, and stay positive. I am sure that is what your friend would have wanted.
Knurd and Auragirl
PT on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:06 pm #
My condolences.
I pray for your comfort in these sad times.
/moo
Edgewise and Southpaw on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:12 pm #
Every loss in life is something to grieve, every friendship, no matter how short is worthy to be cherished.
Friendship online is still friendship, and the loss of a friend is no less for the fact that it is in a virtual world.
I am sorry for you loss, and moved by the obvious affection of so many readers here.
/moo’s will be on Dragonmaw in her honor, for what it’s worth.
Crimsonhavoc and Grimlock on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:37 pm #
This goes to show how much this game of ours has turned into so much more, gaining a life of it’s own. The article and posts really pulled on my heartstrings. I felt sad and proud at the same time, a tragic event uniting a diverse community, to show respect for one.
Something I wanted to be a part of.
For Sharvan who has already passed through the veil, blazing the trail for the rest of us, someday…
Her greatest quest has just begun…..
/Moo
Messyah on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:38 pm #
Does everyone remember Alicia’s Poem (see below), which was written in memorial of Dak Krause? It’s a quest that you can get in Stormwind Keep from a little girl named Alicia and the quest is completed in The Aldor Rise by talking to Caylee Dak which was Dak’s Hunter toon and he was even immortalized with his trusty Nigtsaber pet.
Alicia’s Poem:
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
across Northrend’s bright and shining snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
on Westfall’s fields of golden grain.
I am in the morning hush,
of Stranglethon’s jungle, green and lush.
I am in the drums loud and grand,
the hunderous hooves across Nagrand.
I am the stars warmly gleaming,
over Darnassus softly dreaming.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I do not die.
After you complete the quest, you can go back to Caylee Dak anytime you like and read the poem again.
———————————————————-
BRK, you should request that Sharvan be immortalized in the game as well, and perhaps she could “Moo” at passing t00ns, or maybe when you talk to her.
Asara on 25 Apr 2008 at 12:50 pm #
/moo
/mooourn
I will run and moo with all of my heart.
Steelheart on 25 Apr 2008 at 1:01 pm #
Oh my gosh….. I’m so sorry to hear about Sharvan…. My deepest condolences go out to AC and Sharvan’s family. Although I will not be able to attend the RoDB, I will be sure to yell out as many /moos as I can that day. Sharvan was obviously a very important and cherished member of your guild, and I’ll be thinking about you. And to Sharvan’s family….. I don’t even know what to say. I feel so bad for you right now, and I definitely know what it feels like to lose someone. At 14 years old, I have seen my uncle and grandmother pass away two summers in a row, very close to my birthday as well. =(
Just be strong, and be sure to live the rest of your lives to the fullest, for Sharvan.
-A little Dwarf Hunter named Steelheart on the Detheroc realm
/moo!
/moo!
/bow
Tlacael on 25 Apr 2008 at 1:19 pm #
The passing of a loved one or friend is always difficult. But fear not, as with all things, this too will pass. And in those future minutes rest assured that the memories of your friendship will fortify you against future sorrows that will most certainly come.
My heartfelt condolances to those who were lucky enough to know her and keep fighting the good fight in her honor.
/salute
Nergal on 25 Apr 2008 at 2:15 pm #
My condolences to BRK, AC and all of Sharvan’s friends and family both in game and RL.
/moo
~Nergal~
Asqe on 25 Apr 2008 at 2:24 pm #
My condolences to Sharvan’s family, friends, AC, BRK, and all those that were touched by her spirit both in RL and in game.
/moo
/salute
FWIW on 25 Apr 2008 at 3:21 pm #
BRK, thank you for removing the disrespectful replies.
My suggestion is to remove *all* responses that even hint at a troll having been around (including this one).
Sharvan’s mother was here. She will return, over time, again and again. Let her continue to read the 99.99% of the beautiful responses your readers have left for her…in peace.
Thank you and my thoughts continue to be with you and Sharvan’s family.
armsandfury on 25 Apr 2008 at 4:04 pm #
I haven’t played much with AC since I went Horde. But I do remember talking to Shavran on one of my visits. I got the /moo and MOO in gchat and when she found out I played a Tauren I got some /moo /whispers. She seem very fun loving and sweet.
My heart is broken for everyone’s loss.
/moo
Vai on 25 Apr 2008 at 5:20 pm #
I am standing upon the seashore. A ship, at my side,
spreads her white sails to the moving breeze and starts
for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength.
I stand and watch her until, at length, she hangs like a speck
of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.
Then, someone at my side says, “There, she is gone”
Gone where?
Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast,
hull and spar as she was when she left my side.
And, she is just as able to bear her load of living freight to her destined port.
Her diminished size is in me — not in her.
And, just at the moment when someone says, “There, she is gone,”
there are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices
ready to take up the glad shout, “Here she comes!”
-Henry Van Dyke
Light Of The Sun on 25 Apr 2008 at 5:35 pm #
i am sorry to hear this.
/cast charger
/run with all the paladins in a salute
Najul on 25 Apr 2008 at 6:58 pm #
I am saddened at this news, a young person should never have life taken away from them. My thoughts go out to AC and Sharvan’s family.
diyami on 25 Apr 2008 at 8:22 pm #
/MMOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!! T.T
Malok on 26 Apr 2008 at 7:30 am #
My deepest condolences. Life is so fragile. Having children of my own, I balled my eyes out reading this and all of the comments. I can’t even imagine the pain of losing your child.
Raku on 26 Apr 2008 at 6:02 pm #
My condolences for Sharvan’s family and friends, Guild, BRK, online and offline. All of you will be in my thoughts, I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. T.T
Rakuen’s wolves will be howling this eve in memory of Sharvan.
/salute
/bow
/moo
Blood Elf Chicks on 27 Apr 2008 at 10:38 am #
My deepest condolences to Sharvan’s family in-game and espacially in-real-life…
Losing a dear and cherished member always hurts but take solace in the fact that she is in a better place.
Gimmlette on 27 Apr 2008 at 12:58 pm #
Oh my. /hangs head /cry
‘Tis the power of the Internet that what would have, even 10 years ago, been a sad parting amongst close friends and family is now an event thousands experience and react to.
We didn’t know her but we all understand grief and the need to reach out in comfort. From Spectacular Death on Llane, a moo for all of you and several moments of silence in Sharvan’s memory. Would that we are all loved as much as she was.
Aramov on 28 Apr 2008 at 10:18 am #
My deepest condolences, BRK.
And to the rest of your guild.
And to Shar’s other friends and family.
My heart aches for your loss.
/hugsfromKargathserver
Seanguy on 28 Apr 2008 at 7:40 pm #
A heart felt prayer goes out to AC and Sharvan’s family…
Quick Question : Rather than go NORTH from Camp Taurajo, can we cross over to the Eastern Kingdoms via Theramore Marsh and Menethil Harbor?
Einz on 29 Apr 2008 at 12:43 pm #
From Drenden with condolences
/moo
Saresa on 30 Apr 2008 at 2:05 am #
I am so sorry for your loss. Condolences to Sharvan’s family and friends. I am sure that the tribute of the Running of the Bulls would have made her happy and proud.
Grays on 30 Apr 2008 at 4:52 pm #
I can’t attend the running this weekend but I was so moved by reading the post and all the comments of love and support that I chose to honor Shar in my own little way today. I took the time to create my lvl 1 Tauren and run him from Mulgore to the Shrine of the Fallen Warrior on the mountaintop in the barrens. While I was running I took the time to just enjoy the scenery in this beautiful game that will always be something special for so many, Not because it was a game they spent alot of time in but more because it forged relationships that will last a long, long time. I spent the 20 minutes it took me to run from the Tauren starting area to the mountaintop shrine and reflected on the people who make this more than a game. When my journey finally ended I knelt and had a moment of silence for Sharvan and and all the others that have gone before her. I then gave the loudest /MOO and /Y MOOOOOO I possibly could hoping that it might have been heard even as a whisper on a distant breeze throughout the entire game. My corpse named ForShar is now on the ground in front of the shrine in a tribute that will last as long as I play this game.
Rest well Sharvan
Grays of Azgalor
Shar's Mom on 04 May 2008 at 1:34 pm #
Well, the Running of Da Bulls is done. I’ve read each and every post left here. I’ve cried, I’ve smiled… I even laughed while crying any number of times. It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done–this trying to get through the grief. But my heartfelt thanks to each person who took their time to send their wishes, to console us in our grief, to find a special way to honor Sharvan’s memory.
The Running was an amazing event and my daughter would have had more fun than you can imagine if she’d been able to go. My husband, son, and I ran. We mooed and we missed her. What more can we do? It was something Shar wanted, for us all to go and have fun. It is “just a game,” but the people behind the characters are real. Family WoW nights will never be the same, but this is a place where, in some strange way, I find a bit of solace. I play the little priest she made me pick back up, after letting her sit unplayed for a couple of years. Shar told me I had to level up to 70 so I could play with her…so now I play, I cry, I grieve, I miss my daughter, but I play because this is one thing I can do, when there is nothing more I can do about so many things.
To each member of AC and everyone else who thought of my daughter with kindness, thank you. For the help with the expenses of her passing, we thank you too. It is certainly not the act of anonymous players … it is the kindness and generosity of real people, with real lives, and great compassion.
We will honor my daughter’s memory on the night of May 17th. If you find yourself with a moment to light a candle in the darkness, whisper a “moo” to the moon, and wish her well on her journey, I know it won’t go unheeded.
To BRK & Ratshag - thank you both. You’re both amazing men and my family will never forget your kindnesses.
Good Hunting and Goddess Speed
Gorneek on 06 May 2008 at 1:32 am #
/moo
R.I.P.
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