[quote=@Obscene Symphony]

I'll admit it, that did make me cry. This entire thing is hitting me so much harder than I expected it to. Maybe it's not just the loss of one incredible man; maybe it's what it represents. I don't know, but every time I think I'm okay I get torn up again. Is anyone else getting hit harder than they thought they would?
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[Raises hand.]

I mean, when famous people generally die, it doesn't hit me that hard. Death never really affects me, not even close family death. Not strongly anyway. But Monty Oum was a valid part of my life, despite me never even meeting the guy in person. Because of his work, I've met countless friends and left behind some creative pieces and characters of my own.

I'll tell you, the guy really did leave behind a legacy. It's not just a bunch of people sending their prayers to the family because it's tragic -- it's because most of them feel the pain too.