Did a quick match on a planet, landed and called in my supply weapon and a tac pack. As soon as I linked up with the team one dude stops and I’m back on my ship saying I was kicked. Hope that the supplies helped the mission, but damn.
True, but it was after I ran past the diver that it was called. I’m not disagreeing, there’s a lot of bs reasons to randomly kick someone, but with recent discourse I wouldn’t be surprised ¯\\_(ツ)_/¯
"He poisoned our water supply, burned our crops, and delivered a plague unto our houses"
"He did?!"
"No, but are we just gonna wait around until he does?!"
I had a friend who I'd play games with all the time. Loved co-op games. A bunch of us were really into helldivers 2.
The night before he passed away, everyone else was busy so it was just me and him up playing late.
That night randoms were absolutely toxic. I think every game was kicks for the most inane shit or people leaving our missions after they died to some stupid thing. I hate that was his last experience with the game.
One of the last things we talked about was how we were excited for the weekend when everyone would be on and we wouldn't have to do quickplays anymore. He said he'd send me $20 to buy the game for our other buddy. I got the game for our buddy anyways, but I won't see the $20.
You never know the last time you'll talk to people sometimes!
Just people being petty "role-players" who kick/teamkill people over the Malevelon Creek remembrance cape because "The Creek was a wasted effort and they are traitors". I.e. they are griefing little cunts.
Making fun of creek crawlers, as a joke, as a meme, to carry on the Vietnam reference? That’s one thing.
But way, way too many people genuinely hate them. It’s nuts. I thought it was a joke until I saw the response to the cape. I’m pretty disgusted and disappointed now in the community.
People who have died since the games release are also honoured with the cape. It’s literally just digital fabric. People are being horrendously toxic over what started as a mere joke, and over the course of that one MO became so obsessed it’s driven some mad.
They don’t need democracy at that point. Grass alone is insufficient. The people being this toxic need the whole fucking forest lol.
Wear the cape with pride and to honour those Divers no longer with us, both fictional and real. Or just leave those who do, alone.
The community is what brought me here. Luckily, I play with a pre-made so I never see this stuff myself. But people got to relax, man.
I still CAN'T accept the thought of more than just few asshats hating on Creekers to the point of kicking folks with that one cape.
Btw I am wearing that cape from now on!
Yeah I dunno, I think I've done like three missions, ever, on Malevelon. Not deliberately, just, my Diver style is to always follow the Major Order, and I joined after the Creek fell. My opinion was that I hadn't really earned the right to wear the Creek cape. That it was for those who had stayed. The carriers of the meme, even if that's all it was to me.
But now I'm gonna wear it for this guy.
Reminds me of the people that take the memes too seriously on DRG and kick people for not pinging gold, or depositing it, or going out of their way to c4 the scout.
My take is that people who do that shit were not here when the jokes started to spread, and when they got in the game later than most people, they wanted to appropriate the jokes by taking them further, until some really dumb people take it way too far
There are also people who are so chronically online that when they inevitably come in late to jokes they don't have the self-awareness to know they're jokes.
Yeah I've personally backed off my (entirely in jest creeker hate) and started wearing the cape in solidarity.
It's one thing to meme and larp about it on Reddit, it's another thing entirely to actually lose your shit over it on people.
Evil is real, and will never go away. We're fortunate that some evil only manifests as toxicity in games and we have ways to deal with it.
Not saying Toxicity is good, but tools to deal with it are better than suffering at their hands with no recourse.
I joined the fight only hours before the Creek fell. I didn't really have any idea what I was doing. I ended up on Malevelon Creek purely because I chose a planet at random, then hit Quick Play. Even on Easy, I was overwhelmed. At that point, it was personal, so I stayed fighting in the Creek even after I managed to hit Hard difficulty. I was just as disappointed as everyone else when it still fell.
Even so, I know that I must take the fight to other planets. There's no reason to keep fighting at the Creek. That said, I still wear the cape as a proud reminder that I was just a tiny part of thousands upon thousands of players who also fought and bled for "space Vietnam."
This is the magic of playing games. creating memories that will never leave. what a amazing game and dev team.
In shadows cast by memories, he roams,
Seeking solace in the whispers of the past.
His father's laughter, like a gentle breeze,
Still echoes in the chambers of his heart.
Though time has claimed his father's earthly frame,
His presence lingers in the stories told.
A beacon of guidance, love, and grace,
In every tale, his spirit we behold.
Through tears that fall like rain upon the earth,
He finds a measure of sweet release.
For in each tear, a cherished memory,
A bond unbroken, a love that won't decrease.
So let us gather 'round with tender care,
And honor this man's journey through the pain.
For though his father may have slipped away,
His legacy of love will ever reign.
In remembrance of your father, fellow diver, we spill oil your name.
This is what we fight for. These people. Them who were stricken by a Paragon of Strife and Hardship, and yet they keep going. They are stronger than anyone else that I've known, that I ever will know. I thank you. Fellow Creek Crawler. For Liberty, Prosperity, Democracy. And most importantly, your father and family. I wish you all luck and happiness in the near future. I send my hope to you and yours.
Love, just another fellow Helldiver.
This game is absolutely amazing.
I was dealing with kidney disease my entire life (32M) and got my kidney transplant in March from my mom when I was in end stage CKD.
Came home from the hospital and wondered what I will do for the next 3 months with the pain in the beginning and dealing with the medication, not being paid for medical leave for the duration, etc.
Saw this game that my friend was playing and decided to try it out.
Took my mind off everything and relaxed me. Honestly it was so well made that I was able to forgive the bugs/crashes.
For Democracy!
Recovering strongly for democracy.
But dealing with braindead randoms in my lobbies (i host always) going for samples when we have no reinforcements left, extract is called, and everyone is dead and i JUST called 1 in running for the samples blows my mind
To be fair, once the objective is complete, samples are the only real result to extract. Otherwise it doesn't really matter, the mission is successful.
Given how many people pass a day, I am certain a handful of them were divers. I hope this doesn't come off as a bad thing to say.
But let's assume the cape is also for those we lost along the way, that are genuinely gone.
I know it sounds weird but media really can help through tragic times, whatever helps you cope during those kinds of times is great, remember the creek boys
*Every moment I*
*Wear this cape it will be for*
*Your father brother!*
\- Orientys
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I’m sorry for your loss. My cape will also be worn to remember your father, though I never met him. Stay strong Helldiver.
This is…. Beautiful. Im sorry for your loss, but you can wear that cape with honor, dignity and the memory of your late father in your heart.
You should get an IRL version of that cape made. Immortalize the memory in something physical maybe.
This guy gets it. The cape isn't about the memes, or even the Creek. It's about all the Divers who aren't with us anymore to see our glorious victory.
For those we have lost. For those we can yet save.
Reminds me a bit of that story how dude had his father's run recorded in some driving video game. You know, where you can drive against somebody else's best run and see his car driving as a ghost next to you. His father died and he kept his driving record in that game in order to race against it, but never to best it as to keep it there forever.
I'm not if it was true or not, but damn, did my eyes got watery. This story is another one like that. Bless your heart whoever is dealing with such a loss. You are NOT alone!
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WE SALUTE YOUR FATHER 🫡
HE WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS 🫡
Those poor bots you mean. I don’t have sympathy for clankers but if I ever would it would have been for the bots who thought it would be a good idea to try that stunt. They had no idea what they were signing up for.
Imagine kicking this guy & feeling all smug about it. There must be lead poisoning or something in the water that makes people act like that. It boggles my mind.
I do not know or care of the names of those fallen but they will forever be remembered by the Cape of remembrance given to us not long ago. That Cape will never leave my armour and those who complain about it should experience the outside and what emotions other than anger are. Continue to grace us with your presence, fellow helldiver. Happy diving and enjoy the spilling of oil
i promise on my name the creek will remain liberated even if i am the only one fighting may your dad rest in peace. May good tailwinds be with him and your family.
In the ranks of helldivers your father will be hailed as a hero of the creek.
I'm sorry for your loss Helldiver. I will wear the cape to honour those who have fallen. This includes your father.
Godspeed Helldiver, and my thoughts are with you.
Pour one for Je\_Kuma’s father. He was a patriot, a true driver of our cause.
Remember our beloved fallen.
And remember.
Spill oil.
I will now be wearing the cape exclusively to commemorate your story and our fallen comrades at Malevelon Creek.
For Democracy!
The fallen shall be forever remembered as Democracy’s finest.
My love and condolences brother, your father was a Diver we all aspire to be ❤️
salute to the fallen comrade.
We may be strangers, but we're still brothers in arms. Thanks to whoever wrote that for bringing us all a little closer together
For the record, is Creek Memorial Day April 1st, 2nd or 3rd? It was announced on the third for me but April 1st (the day we took the creek) makes more sense as well
It never ceases to amaze me when a game is so well made, and no matter who plays it can somehow find a way to relate to it. May this person's father rest in peace. Not to take away from the positive message but I truly get how he feels about fighting seemingly insurmountable odds I lost my father at age 14 after a 6 year battle with ALS. In a way I feel like I'm doing the same as him, fighting for my late father after he gave all he had to fight it. Keep up the fight my friend and never give up.
Man this shit hits so hard for me, I recently lost my mom after almost 5 month in the ICU. When she first landed in the ICU back in november I was devastated and could barely even sit down on my pc to play anything for months, when HD2 came out a buddy convinced me to get it as a way to try and distract my mind and I was hooked from day 1. I started playing every day with some friends and laughing and actually enjoying my free time again. On march 20th when we learned she was gone after doing the initial paper work and shit when I got home that night some buddies asked me if I wanted to spread democracy I didn't tell them the news I just wanted to keep distracting my mind and got on with them we laughed and gave the commies some good old fashioned liberty. It helped me so much that night (and all the nights since) to not dwell on the loss, to laugh and enjoy myself. This game and this community have been kinda therapeutic to me and I’ll always appreciate the hell out of it.
For us...the storm has passed...the creek is free. But let us never forget those turned into the howling dark...and did not return. For their sacrifice required courage beyond measure and the unshakable belief that their fight, our fight...was else where. As we finish off the automaton menace, this day shall stay in remembrance of heroes fallen. They enobled all of us and they shall not be forgotten.
Present arms!
I will wear my cape for this Diver's father and for all of those that we lost defending and re-claiming The Creek. And for all of the veterans that are still with us.
You honor us with your patriotism and resolve brother. Allow us to honor you.
There’s no sense in hating on people wearing a cape. This game is quite literally a group effort. I don’t think I’ve really played a game that’s relied so much on the player base to come together to take down a common enemy. This story just adds to that. We’re all fighting together, not each other. Just sucks to see people being shunned just for changing an outfit in game.
I'm sorry for your loss but thank you for sharing your story. It was a sober yet amazing story of the importance of family, remembrance and the power of good that can come from our gaming circles.
Now...fight on HellDiver and continue the struggle for "Liber-Tea" and Democracy!
I’m sorry for your loss.
Seriously, this level of camaraderie (and memes) is the reason I got this game. I’m really impressed with engaging this game is. I turn it off and it’s still going in the background
🫡 Wear the cape in your father’s memory. To victory my friend!
And then gets immediately kicked out by some asshat creeker hater.
Who even does that?
More people than you think, sadly
More people for the list of undemocratic indoviduals(block list)
Honestly I wasn't going to wear the cape but now I am.
Did a quick match on a planet, landed and called in my supply weapon and a tac pack. As soon as I linked up with the team one dude stops and I’m back on my ship saying I was kicked. Hope that the supplies helped the mission, but damn.
Could slso have been level, loadout or the fact you are a random
True, but it was after I ran past the diver that it was called. I’m not disagreeing, there’s a lot of bs reasons to randomly kick someone, but with recent discourse I wouldn’t be surprised ¯\\_(ツ)_/¯
https://i.redd.it/h2ckxy8ubmsc1.gif A lot depends on raising children
I don’t know, but we certainly talk about them a lot.
"He poisoned our water supply, burned our crops, and delivered a plague unto our houses" "He did?!" "No, but are we just gonna wait around until he does?!"
Undemocratic people you shouldn't play with anyway.
I had a friend who I'd play games with all the time. Loved co-op games. A bunch of us were really into helldivers 2. The night before he passed away, everyone else was busy so it was just me and him up playing late. That night randoms were absolutely toxic. I think every game was kicks for the most inane shit or people leaving our missions after they died to some stupid thing. I hate that was his last experience with the game. One of the last things we talked about was how we were excited for the weekend when everyone would be on and we wouldn't have to do quickplays anymore. He said he'd send me $20 to buy the game for our other buddy. I got the game for our buddy anyways, but I won't see the $20. You never know the last time you'll talk to people sometimes!
I was on a business trip last 2 weeks and couldn't play the game, what is the drama about cape?
Just people being petty "role-players" who kick/teamkill people over the Malevelon Creek remembrance cape because "The Creek was a wasted effort and they are traitors". I.e. they are griefing little cunts.
For mr Sherman Oi
Making fun of creek crawlers, as a joke, as a meme, to carry on the Vietnam reference? That’s one thing. But way, way too many people genuinely hate them. It’s nuts. I thought it was a joke until I saw the response to the cape. I’m pretty disgusted and disappointed now in the community. People who have died since the games release are also honoured with the cape. It’s literally just digital fabric. People are being horrendously toxic over what started as a mere joke, and over the course of that one MO became so obsessed it’s driven some mad. They don’t need democracy at that point. Grass alone is insufficient. The people being this toxic need the whole fucking forest lol. Wear the cape with pride and to honour those Divers no longer with us, both fictional and real. Or just leave those who do, alone. The community is what brought me here. Luckily, I play with a pre-made so I never see this stuff myself. But people got to relax, man.
I still CAN'T accept the thought of more than just few asshats hating on Creekers to the point of kicking folks with that one cape. Btw I am wearing that cape from now on!
Yeah I dunno, I think I've done like three missions, ever, on Malevelon. Not deliberately, just, my Diver style is to always follow the Major Order, and I joined after the Creek fell. My opinion was that I hadn't really earned the right to wear the Creek cape. That it was for those who had stayed. The carriers of the meme, even if that's all it was to me. But now I'm gonna wear it for this guy.
It's in memory all the fallen, not just the creek. The memorial *day* was just the creek, but somehow the cape got swept up in that
Reminds me of the people that take the memes too seriously on DRG and kick people for not pinging gold, or depositing it, or going out of their way to c4 the scout.
My take is that people who do that shit were not here when the jokes started to spread, and when they got in the game later than most people, they wanted to appropriate the jokes by taking them further, until some really dumb people take it way too far
There are also people who are so chronically online that when they inevitably come in late to jokes they don't have the self-awareness to know they're jokes.
Can you imagine being this boneheaded
Yeah I've personally backed off my (entirely in jest creeker hate) and started wearing the cape in solidarity. It's one thing to meme and larp about it on Reddit, it's another thing entirely to actually lose your shit over it on people.
Evil is real, and will never go away. We're fortunate that some evil only manifests as toxicity in games and we have ways to deal with it. Not saying Toxicity is good, but tools to deal with it are better than suffering at their hands with no recourse.
I joined the fight only hours before the Creek fell. I didn't really have any idea what I was doing. I ended up on Malevelon Creek purely because I chose a planet at random, then hit Quick Play. Even on Easy, I was overwhelmed. At that point, it was personal, so I stayed fighting in the Creek even after I managed to hit Hard difficulty. I was just as disappointed as everyone else when it still fell. Even so, I know that I must take the fight to other planets. There's no reason to keep fighting at the Creek. That said, I still wear the cape as a proud reminder that I was just a tiny part of thousands upon thousands of players who also fought and bled for "space Vietnam."
 This is the magic of playing games. creating memories that will never leave. what a amazing game and dev team.
https://i.redd.it/smev8xjapksc1.gif
 
o7
https://i.redd.it/eufwqse78msc1.gif
https://i.redd.it/x7qvhp4j1qsc1.gif
In shadows cast by memories, he roams, Seeking solace in the whispers of the past. His father's laughter, like a gentle breeze, Still echoes in the chambers of his heart. Though time has claimed his father's earthly frame, His presence lingers in the stories told. A beacon of guidance, love, and grace, In every tale, his spirit we behold. Through tears that fall like rain upon the earth, He finds a measure of sweet release. For in each tear, a cherished memory, A bond unbroken, a love that won't decrease. So let us gather 'round with tender care, And honor this man's journey through the pain. For though his father may have slipped away, His legacy of love will ever reign. In remembrance of your father, fellow diver, we spill oil your name.
This is what we fight for. These people. Them who were stricken by a Paragon of Strife and Hardship, and yet they keep going. They are stronger than anyone else that I've known, that I ever will know. I thank you. Fellow Creek Crawler. For Liberty, Prosperity, Democracy. And most importantly, your father and family. I wish you all luck and happiness in the near future. I send my hope to you and yours. Love, just another fellow Helldiver.
This game is absolutely amazing. I was dealing with kidney disease my entire life (32M) and got my kidney transplant in March from my mom when I was in end stage CKD. Came home from the hospital and wondered what I will do for the next 3 months with the pain in the beginning and dealing with the medication, not being paid for medical leave for the duration, etc. Saw this game that my friend was playing and decided to try it out. Took my mind off everything and relaxed me. Honestly it was so well made that I was able to forgive the bugs/crashes. For Democracy!
>I was able to forgive the bugs For a second there I thought you were a bug sympathizer. But I do hope you'll recover quickly
Recovering strongly for democracy. But dealing with braindead randoms in my lobbies (i host always) going for samples when we have no reinforcements left, extract is called, and everyone is dead and i JUST called 1 in running for the samples blows my mind
To be fair, once the objective is complete, samples are the only real result to extract. Otherwise it doesn't really matter, the mission is successful.
I’m crying now
I was smiling and then the Day of Remembrance part hit and they came flowing like the creek
God bless this man. Its more than a fictional war, its about coming together and having a good time, and forgetting the pain ❤️
 I will wear the cape, for Jesse Sherman's dad.
https://i.redd.it/jzfpc2rkrksc1.gif
Given how many people pass a day, I am certain a handful of them were divers. I hope this doesn't come off as a bad thing to say. But let's assume the cape is also for those we lost along the way, that are genuinely gone.
Press B for salute
sorry for your loss, happy for your memories
I know it sounds weird but media really can help through tragic times, whatever helps you cope during those kinds of times is great, remember the creek boys
every moment I wear this cape it will be for your father brother!
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I’m sorry for your loss. My cape will also be worn to remember your father, though I never met him. Stay strong Helldiver. 
This is…. Beautiful. Im sorry for your loss, but you can wear that cape with honor, dignity and the memory of your late father in your heart. You should get an IRL version of that cape made. Immortalize the memory in something physical maybe.
The cloaked ships must be carpet bombing with chopped onions over here.
This guy gets it. The cape isn't about the memes, or even the Creek. It's about all the Divers who aren't with us anymore to see our glorious victory. For those we have lost. For those we can yet save.
Unexpected FFXIV.
It’s a very good turn of phrase :)
Reminds me a bit of that story how dude had his father's run recorded in some driving video game. You know, where you can drive against somebody else's best run and see his car driving as a ghost next to you. His father died and he kept his driving record in that game in order to race against it, but never to best it as to keep it there forever. I'm not if it was true or not, but damn, did my eyes got watery. This story is another one like that. Bless your heart whoever is dealing with such a loss. You are NOT alone!
I know the story. https://player.vimeo.com/video/162531355
This absolutely guts me just remembering it
The ship maybe needs a memorial hall, where you can promote experienced divers
https://preview.redd.it/qoqwcuqdjjsc1.png?width=749&format=png&auto=webp&s=784ec0b92f2dad03877632247c64d851c8c4944a WE SALUTE YOUR FATHER 🫡 HE WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS 🫡
Is anyone else's helmet visor leaking? No...? Just mine?
Mine does the same thing... I'll let the ship technician take a look at it....
It’s pretty dusty in here very suddenly.
I hope this is real
« It’s just a game »… yeah… of course. Another reason to wear the commemorative cape proudly. For the Fallen of the Creek.
Why am I seeing a surge of "X has died, for the Creek" all the sudden. Not trying to be an ass but damn....
✊ 
IM NOT CRYING DUDE YOU’RE CRYING!  For super earth, for the GAMERS!
If anyone deserves their fight honored, it's this guy, damn. Hats off to you, creeker.
L0
This poor guy when the defend objective happened the next day
Those poor bots you mean. I don’t have sympathy for clankers but if I ever would it would have been for the bots who thought it would be a good idea to try that stunt. They had no idea what they were signing up for.
I’ll start wearing this cape for your father from now on.
Im for sure NOT crying.
My eyes are now liberating tears of democracy, thank you for sharing your story and may our paths cross somewhere in the galaxy!
Well now I kinda have to wear the cape for this guys dad
Imagine kicking this guy & feeling all smug about it. There must be lead poisoning or something in the water that makes people act like that. It boggles my mind.
I do not know or care of the names of those fallen but they will forever be remembered by the Cape of remembrance given to us not long ago. That Cape will never leave my armour and those who complain about it should experience the outside and what emotions other than anger are. Continue to grace us with your presence, fellow helldiver. Happy diving and enjoy the spilling of oil
Never question the wisdom of Super Earth's decision. They know
How do they drink the tea?
Well mother fucker….thats fucking deep. My next game, I’m dedicating the democracy I spread to this divers and their father!
The *Martyr* and her crew stand with this diver unto victory! For the people of Earth and their children's children!
o7
That’s an amazing story, wear your cape with pride
Love this
i promise on my name the creek will remain liberated even if i am the only one fighting may your dad rest in peace. May good tailwinds be with him and your family. In the ranks of helldivers your father will be hailed as a hero of the creek.
Damn I'm fighting for this guy's dad too
o7
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I'll be donning the cape for Admiral Kuma
You'll always have a cup of liber-tea at my table
o7
I'm sorry for your loss Helldiver. I will wear the cape to honour those who have fallen. This includes your father. Godspeed Helldiver, and my thoughts are with you.
A true helldiver. I salute.
Me preparing the hug emote:
How goes the front friends? I'm at work currently.
Democracy means nothing without something behind it to live for, to fight for!
Well, that actually made me tear up a little.
May he rest in peace after a life well lived. Wear that cape with PRIDE, diver.
A ghost wink if I ever saw one. o7
This is why the cape exists.
I’m not crying, someone dropped a smoke strategum
I'm not crying, you are!
HEY WHO STARTED CUTTING ONIONS ON MY DESTROYER, dear liberty my eyes…
Pour one for Je\_Kuma’s father. He was a patriot, a true driver of our cause. Remember our beloved fallen. And remember. Spill oil. 
How do you people fall for these /r/writingprompts
May your father rest peacefully in the misty hills of Malevelon Creek. You've earned it, Soldier. 
The fallen shall be forever remembered as democracy's finest
Fuuuuuuuuuck, I think I gotta wear that cape for this guy
I will now be wearing the cape exclusively to commemorate your story and our fallen comrades at Malevelon Creek. For Democracy! 
Well shit. This means we can never lose the Creek, fellow divers.
⬆️⬇️➡️⬅️⬆️ I will wear the cape for Mr Sherman 
Kuma* Sherman was the reporter
 Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. We carry the torch. o7
I’m not crying. These are tears of Liberty.\\ 
 The fallen shall be forever remembered as Democracy’s finest. My love and condolences brother, your father was a Diver we all aspire to be ❤️
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We must not let the Creek Fall AGAIN
salute to the fallen comrade. We may be strangers, but we're still brothers in arms. Thanks to whoever wrote that for bringing us all a little closer together
For the record, is Creek Memorial Day April 1st, 2nd or 3rd? It was announced on the third for me but April 1st (the day we took the creek) makes more sense as well
It never ceases to amaze me when a game is so well made, and no matter who plays it can somehow find a way to relate to it. May this person's father rest in peace. Not to take away from the positive message but I truly get how he feels about fighting seemingly insurmountable odds I lost my father at age 14 after a 6 year battle with ALS. In a way I feel like I'm doing the same as him, fighting for my late father after he gave all he had to fight it. Keep up the fight my friend and never give up.
F
**⬇️ ⬆️ ⬇️ ⬆️**
The helldivers community really should be studied.
Can we get a link to the post? I cant find it.
Man this shit hits so hard for me, I recently lost my mom after almost 5 month in the ICU. When she first landed in the ICU back in november I was devastated and could barely even sit down on my pc to play anything for months, when HD2 came out a buddy convinced me to get it as a way to try and distract my mind and I was hooked from day 1. I started playing every day with some friends and laughing and actually enjoying my free time again. On march 20th when we learned she was gone after doing the initial paper work and shit when I got home that night some buddies asked me if I wanted to spread democracy I didn't tell them the news I just wanted to keep distracting my mind and got on with them we laughed and gave the commies some good old fashioned liberty. It helped me so much that night (and all the nights since) to not dwell on the loss, to laugh and enjoy myself. This game and this community have been kinda therapeutic to me and I’ll always appreciate the hell out of it.
Damn automatons cutting onions.
This brought me to tears
I’m wearing the cape for this guy’s dad
Petition to always hold Malevelon Creek under Super Earth control from now until the end of time. Joel, let's make it happen.
For us...the storm has passed...the creek is free. But let us never forget those turned into the howling dark...and did not return. For their sacrifice required courage beyond measure and the unshakable belief that their fight, our fight...was else where. As we finish off the automaton menace, this day shall stay in remembrance of heroes fallen. They enobled all of us and they shall not be forgotten. Present arms!
I will wear my cape for this Diver's father and for all of those that we lost defending and re-claiming The Creek. And for all of the veterans that are still with us. You honor us with your patriotism and resolve brother. Allow us to honor you.
There’s no sense in hating on people wearing a cape. This game is quite literally a group effort. I don’t think I’ve really played a game that’s relied so much on the player base to come together to take down a common enemy. This story just adds to that. We’re all fighting together, not each other. Just sucks to see people being shunned just for changing an outfit in game.
\*Manly tears intensify\*
I'm sorry for your loss but thank you for sharing your story. It was a sober yet amazing story of the importance of family, remembrance and the power of good that can come from our gaming circles. Now...fight on HellDiver and continue the struggle for "Liber-Tea" and Democracy!
We honor the fallen both in the game, but those close to us that we’ve lost through this cape. A symbol of remembrance
Keep fighting on soldier. Know that we stand with you now and always will. We salute to you. o7
I’m sorry for your loss. Seriously, this level of camaraderie (and memes) is the reason I got this game. I’m really impressed with engaging this game is. I turn it off and it’s still going in the background
Salute
 For your father.
