Ab Antiquo

Citizens of Ravenblack,

It is with heavy hearts—both heavy with grief for what has been lost and full of hope for what is to come—that we announce the closure of the Ferrymen. Following a period of deep reflection and grand majority agreement, we have chosen to close this chapter in our—and the city's—history.

The Ferrymen’s journey began over two decades ago with a mission: to seek out the hidden truths of the city, map the streets, and be a guiding light through dark times. Along the way, we learned to be warriors and defend ourselves and our ideals fiercely. Our legacy is built on the strength, bravery, and loyalty of those who stood with us. Through triumphs and tribulations, we remained steadfast, committed to loyalty, discipline, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge as the city changed around us.

But as the city evolves, so do its needs, and the city and its needs have evolved, now, beyond us. It has outgrown us. And it would be a disservice to this illustrious clan's old bones to try to keep her going well beyond her time. To those who walked this path with us, your contributions were invaluable, and your stories will remain woven into the fabric of this city. The Ferrymen's name will endure through the annals of our collective history.

We extend our gratitude to all those who supported, challenged, and journeyed with us - the good and the bad. Though we close our doors, the spirit of the Ferrymen will echo in the hearts of those who carry our legacy forward. We hope that others will take up the mantle, rise to the challenge, and see that one door closing may open another way forward, one that continues shaping the future with the wisdom of the past.

With respect and deepest thanks,

Vexian de Draak
The Last Magister

&

ophelia Lokason
Lady of the Lamp

On behalf of the Ferrymen.

Rest well, Ferrymen. May your legacy never fade.

I love you, O. Ride on to the next challenge former Ferrymen.

I love you sire.

I love you, Vex, and I know how hard this must have been. I'm here if you need anything, as always.

Rest well, Ferrymen.

This had to have been a hard choice. Rest, Ferrymen.

I think that many of us were hoping Ferry would rise to the challenge and change at some point. It is unfortunate to see such an organization fold, but it has needed adapt or fail for some time now, and it seems to have passed the point of no return.

My condolences, Vex and ophelia specifically.

I love you, Vex. I'm aware of how much you've grappled with this decision. Regarding Ferrymen, the Clan as it was once conceived has been no longer for well over a decade, now, and while there is merit to an institution standing for twenty years, cycles must close so another may begin. You did the right thing.

ophelia, I'm glad you were there to see it through. You saw the eyes of your project-child open, and were there to close them at the end. I'm certain this must be a painful experience for you, but I know for a fact you will be all-right. This is another beginning. Nothing more, nothing less.

Best of luck.

Nothing truly lasts forever. Sometimes things must end in order for something better to come along. So shall it be in the case of The Ferrymen.

Condolences to those that are affected by this, but I also offer my congratulations for the possibilities to grow and learn that lay ahead.

The Ferrymen, Pea, my sire and Magister at the time, and melanctha taught me everything I needed to know when I arrived to this city. Seeing this clan's legacy finally have its last chapter truly is saddening.

Sire, ophelia, thank you for being the ones to lay it to rest.

Rest well, Ferrymen.