The Future of the Broke Legacy

[simgaroop]

I'm dreading posting this entry, despite being completely sure of what I have to say.

I've been pondering about this for the last couple of months, and I guess that stress and the load of work that has fallen over me during this week finally pushed me to make this decision "official".

The birth of Generation Six will mark the end of The Broke Legacy.

You've probably noticed that I've been pulling all the "big levers" throughout Generation Five, trying to close as many plots as possible. My original plan was to conclude Strangetown's story (because I was eventually running out of characters) and move on with another Neighborhood (in this case, Belladonna Cove and a bit of Veronaville for Gen 6).

But considering the huge changes that'll take place in my life in just a few months, I'm afraid I'll no longer have the time (nor the energy) to focus on a story as demanding as this one and I definitely do not want to end up abandoning it in the long term.

I, at least, owe my readers a proper conclusion for the Broke's adventures.

I'm aiming to finish this story before I move to Texas in August, but knowing me, it'll probably take a little bit longer. I've always known how I wanted to end the Legacy, so I guess I'll just move it from Gen 10 to Gen 6.

But it sure as heck won't be a rushed ending. I'm currently planning out how I want things to flow to that point, but I'll still let my sims guide the story, as I've always done.

Once I'm done with The Brokes, I'll still be around, of course. Having a hobby is healthy, after all, so I'll continue making my silly content and posting short stories now and then (some of them with the Twin Town characters).

And I'll most likely continue playing with my Legacy sims, but instead of registering everything they do as I've done until now, I'll post drabbles about their descendants if something funny or cute happens in my game.

So that's, in a nutshell, what I've planned for my loved hobby in the near future. This is not a flouncing post, and be sure that even if I stopped playing the Sims altogether, I'd still be around, for I enjoy being part of this community so much, and I'm thankful of what it has given me these last two years (new friends and my long-lost love to create stories).

- Simgaroop.

Comments

[elaenabolton.livejournal.com]

Aww. It sucks that you're not gonna be able to go all the way to 10, but I can understand why. I look forward to seeing what's in store for the rest of Generation 5.

[smjoshsims.livejournal.com]

Aww, Simgaroop! I'm so sad that this is happening, but I understand- your new studies will be taking kver your life.

I'm glad that you'll be giving it a proper ending. I can't wait. :)

I hope everything continues to be amazing with you! Good luck on everything!

[drx4000.livejournal.com]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! *begins to cry* So sad D: D: D: :( D: ): 0: O: D:

[unholypassion.livejournal.com]

Completely understandable, and I wish you the best of luck!

[orikes13.livejournal.com]

You have to do what you have to do. Honestly, I think you're being pretty honest and brave posting this now rather than just disappearing like so many other creators do. You've got some pretty major changes coming up, and it's important you focus on those. As much as I love the Brokes, you have to do what you have to do.

That said, I'm really glad you're going to give them an ending. I'm excited to see what you're going to wrap up. And the fact that you plan on continuing making stuff makes me bounce up and down like a kid at Christmas. I love your posters and movie posters and all the fun stuff you make. :)

[wolfsilveroak.livejournal.com]

Nooooooo!!!!!!!

Ah well, at least they'll go out in style!

[(Anonymous)]

Well at least you're giving us a proper conclusion, and I admire that. :D Thank you very much for the stories that you've provided us and for the upcoming ending of the Broke Legacy story. It was and always has been an amazing read, so thank you. :)

[timberwolfoz.livejournal.com]

While I'll miss the Brokes (and I only discovered them a little while back) it's far better that you wind the legacy up properly rather than struggle to keep it going while you're preoccupied with your new course or, worse still, abandon it completely.

And of course, you'll be preoccupied with moving and your new degree. Will you be keeping us updated on that? It sounds absolutely fascinating!

[simplode.livejournal.com]

I agree with the other comments. While we may miss the Brokes, you have to do what's best for you. Thank you very much for taking the time (even amidst the chaos of moving!) to bring things to a conclusion and for letting us know what to expect. Your story is amazing -- thank you for sharing it with us.

[honorkid54.livejournal.com]

This post makes me sad, but I'm also happy that there at least will be an ending to your story. Any story is good in my opinion, and a happy ending even better at that, and this is one of the happiest endings of any story that I'm probably ever going to see for a while.

I'm sad that you'll be ending the Brokes earlier than expected, but the fact that you'll stick around is enough to make me happy. I'll say this later on again, but thank you for sharing this wonderful story, that has made me happy and emotional whenever I read it.

[tehlobster.livejournal.com]

Awww. Completely understandable, and you gotta do what you gotta do, but I admit to being sad. The Brokes are the only Sims - including my own - that have ever popped up in my dreams!

I guess with the prologue it's really seven generations, though, you know. :)

Anyway, thank you for taking the time to conclude it properly.

[tanathir.livejournal.com]

I think this is a good idea, especially in light of what's upcoming for you in real life. Of course you don't owe it to readers of your legacy, so actually closing the storylines and wrapping up the plot is a wonderful bonus. I wish you luck in finishing and the time to keep enjoying your hobby even after the Brokes are done. <3

[misssimm.livejournal.com]

I'll be sad to see them go but it's great that the Broke's will get their conclusion and go out on a high. :D

[allysonsimming.livejournal.com]

I'll be sad to see the Brokes go, but as tanathir said, you don't owe your readers anything, and it's amazing of you to take the time and plan ahead enough to give them a proper ending! I hope you'll still post in your journal, and I'd love to see drabbles of the descendants as well. Best of luck!

[sazula.livejournal.com]

I knew it had to end one day, I just didn't expect it to end so soon! I completely understand though, your studies come first. I eagerly await the rest of the legacy :) x

[showercapfrog.livejournal.com]

I'm glad that you were here for so long. I hope your real life stuff goes well and that you still get a chance to write and play sometimes!
Thanks for letting us know too instead of just disappearing. I hope to see you post sometimes even after you wrap it up :)

[fafy94.livejournal.com]

...That's really sad. But i'm glad that you'll do what you want to do...The Brokes will always be one of the best legacy ever! I'm waiting for the end!

[ikichi.livejournal.com]

I won't pretend I'm not sad, but it does make sense. Heck, I've had to put a story on hold while I finish my final animation (al... most... done! T_T).

As long as you're still around, I'll be happy. I love your stories, your cc, and your super-nice demeanor. :D

[petalbrook.livejournal.com]

I'll miss the Brokes as well, but RL always has to come first. Good luck with your move & your new studies.

I look forward to seeing how you end the Brokes' story & whatever you do in the future!

[thewingedwitch.livejournal.com]

I have to say, after recently starting my own sim story I have a newfound admiration for you and other sim storytellers. I got frustrated enough just trying to use poseboxes to stage an argument, so I can't imagine the effort it must take for you, between plotting things out ahead of time, building your own lots, hunting down CC, making clones, juggling TONS of characters... phew!

Like others have expressed, I'll be glad to see an ending, and while I'm sad- dang, generation 6 is so soon!- I'm also really excited to see where you take this! Also, you've done WAY more in 5 generations of this legacy than most stories do in 10 to 12, so it makes sense that it would end earlier. It must be exhausting!

Thanks for an awesome story!

[simsinthecity.livejournal.com]

Thank you! for all that you've done for the community. That's what I'd like to say first.

There are so many members of the TS2 community who leave without a warning and without a trace. Real life forces them to abandon it, and they never get to post on why. I'm grateful that you'll be able to continue in the community, even though the Broke Legacy is ending.

I'm also grateful that you've been given the time to end the story in an orderly fashion. So many times life gets in the way that people don't have the time to end without being rushed, if they get that chance at all.

Once again, thank you for being a part of the community. Your talent is rare. :)

[imaginepageant.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry to hear it's ending, but I agree that it's better you give it a real ending instead of abandoning it down the line. I'm really excited to see what conclusion you have in store! And I hope we'll get to see another legacy from you someday. You are a legend in the legacy-writing world!