He took us saying that we couldn’t wait to meet him too literally, and came a whole month early! After a stat C-Section less than 24 hours after Jo’s water broke, Calvin John arrived. He and mom are both doing great and we get to take him home today!
My dad told me that something that has helped him grieve is to just open up a blank sheet, and let directionless words flow out of you. And to then share it with those who also loved Finch. I think that's all of you. So this is my grief. I hope it helps. I'll miss you, Finch.
I swear I had a twitlonger, as is tradition, but it got deleted when I tried to post.
Thank you for all the years of casting. I will miss casting with all my heart, but God Design is something that I am so excited to do. I look back on casting with no regrets.
Love you all ❤️
Today was really, really, REALLY hard. I’m gonna miss my friend forever. But I’m also gonna try to do cool stuff and be good at my job, because that’s what he’d want. And he’d be sick of hearing me be sad by now anyways. Rest In Peace, Finch.
I sat down and just let some words come out of me about my friend who we lost a year ago. Last time, I was so numb that I wasn't scared to share at all. I am more nervous this time around, but I am posting anyways. Not for pity or condolences, but in hopes that it helps someone.
Today my wife and I became home owners!! To be able to buy a home before I’m 30 seemed like an impossible dream. It’s not lost on me that I’m able to do this because of all of the support for me and my work, thank you all. I will continue to work hard to earn your support ❤️
So every year
@Jotato37
and I get a picture by the PPG Plaza tree. The first one is during our freshman year of college (2010!!!) They are all great, but this year’s is my favorite. 8 years down, forever to go!
Thank you for all of the messages and responses. I’m always appreciative of the community and their support.
Obviously no podcast for the foreseeable future. I’m sure it will resume at some point, but just can’t think about that now.
Hard to believe that Smite 1 competitive is over. I’m gonna be honest, I thought I would be really devastated.
But honestly, I can’t help but think of how sick it will be to start it all over again.
If the next 10 are like the last 10, we’re in for a treat.
Thank you all ❤️
Watching the tribute to Finch was hard. But through the tears, I couldn't help but laugh at literally every clip. I feel so lucky to have worked alongside him for so long. It'll never be the same.
This group has been through a lot. Wouldn’t have felt right to keep going on without bringing Finch with us.
In particular, I am so proud of
@bananamation_
for drawing the art for this tattoo. It’ll always be my favorite one.
2 years of missing my friend. I would normally sit around and be sad, but tonight was my cousin’s wedding. I danced and I drank and I thought of him and I had fun.
This morning a finch was on the patio of the restaurant where we ate. It was nice of him to stop by. I miss you.
Best SWC ever. No doubt. And fitting that the finals matches. So proud of the team. And I mean the whole team. Casters, production, admins, the whole gang. This year was an impossible task and everyone was incredible. Congrats to
@KnightsGG
on an unbelievable run.
Hey everyone. Unfortunate news. Jo and I have been sick and today we got the results that we are positive for COVID. We are doing fine, but it does mean that I’m not going to be able to do the podcast or stream for the next few days at least. Thanks for understanding ❤️
And with that, the worst season of my career is finally over. Thank you to the fans for how supportive y’all have been. We are lucky to have the community we do.
No one on Earth I would’ve rather done that cast with than
@DolsonLive
. An all-time great cast from him.
The response to my announcement has been unbelievable. I will never be able to respond to it all, but thank you to everyone sending kind messages. Jo saw last night that Smite was trending in Entertainment because of all of your messages. Insane. Thank you.
Happy
#InternationalWomensDay
! A good time to remind all gamers of a couple of facts!
1. Trans women are women
2. Women are gamers. You don't need to freak out if you see one in your games or streaming
3. If your friends are making women uncomfortable, you need to say something
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. The women in my life that have raised me are so incredible, I couldn’t be luckier.
But most importantly, Happy (early) first Mother’s Day to my wife!!! You’re gonna be the best Mom. We can’t wait to meet our son this Summer!!
Ok was planning on taking a Twitter break but let’s get this clear. PK’s shotcalling is what got them this championship. And
@Neirumah
is that mf’ing guy.
I feel so lucky to have Maui as my first god that I’ve led on the design side. It’s been a dream come true to work on a god for my favorite game. Can’t wait for y’all to see more on Wednesday.
(Tattoo by Hank at OnlyYouTattoo)
If you are EVER uncomfortable at an event where I am, or uncomfortable because of a member of the Smite community (prominent or not) please know that I am your side.
I will believe you. And I will help you. There’s no place for abusers in our community.
Did you guys know there are good players on PC, Xbox, and Switch? Did you guys know there are bad players on PC, Xbox, and Switch? This is an exciting time with crossplay, please don’t ruin it because a teammate or opponent is using a different input than you. That’s lame.
Gonna be honest, with all the news today the last thing I wanted to do was cast. But I hope that
@Hinduman_
and I were able to provide a temporary escape from the depressing state of our nation. We are so far from equality in our country and today is another sobering example.
Take a good long look everyone. I don’t think we will ever see a team that’s as good as NRG was during their reign. They advanced the entire scene with their dominance. It was only a matter of time, but I think it’s important to recognize how important they were/are to Smite.
Thank you everyone for being so supportive. The amount of good that money will do is impossible to quantify. I cannot state how much I wish this charity event never had to happen, but to see how much he meant to all of you makes us all feel less alone.
I’ll miss him forever.
If you think arming more people is the answer to stopping mass shootings, PLEASE block me.
And while you're munching on your typical diet of glue during dinner tonight, consider how broken your brain is to think that in order to reduce something, we should just add more!
Is that the joke?
That I have to work all weekend and just watch people have fun on S8 PTS and then as soon as I'm ready to play it has to go down?
Cause if so that's pretty good
Caster/player interactions have been a hot topic for us recently. I say all the time that learning from the pros has helped me tremendously. Being open to learning and admitting fault is important, figured I’d show a real example 💯💯🔥🔥💯💯
About time to get some Revenge on all those pesky gods that have Crowd Control.
Find out more next week! The Mid-Season Update Show is Wednesday, July 6th on
Got officially diagnosed with ADHD recently (which was the least surprising thing my wife has ever heard) and I’m finally at the doctor to talk about medication options. Once I can focus whenever I want it’s over for you fools.
I cannot believe how prevalent the "we need to protect our kids from the Trans agenda" is becoming. Like where does this talking point even come from?
Trans people don't care about you or your kids. They just want to be themselves. And they deserve to be themselves safely.
The Gods have faced many threats across the Battleground, but nothing can prepare them to face the dangers of the Multiverse!
Fight back against Nicol Bolas as some of the most iconic characters in Magic: The Gathering when
@wizards_magic
joins forces with SMITE!
Imma keep it real with you guys, I think the last few weeks of work on midseason was the hardest I’ve ever worked in my life. Not once did I regret it or feel like I’d rather be doing something else.
I know it won’t be perfect, but I really hope you all are excited about it!
Been having a lot of fun with the new Destiny expansion.
Was very surprised when the NPC from the new area’s name was “Finch” but it’s kinda comforting tbh. We used to play Destiny a lot together and it’s nice kinda having him along for the ride still.
Kind of a crazy big day today
-I turn 31
- Today marks my one year anniversary of joining the design team
- Year 10 of Smite begins!!!
It’s been a really fun year on design. I’ve been hard carried by my coworkers the entire time. Here’s to another great year.
Guns are NOT a necessary part of our society. You have been brainwashed into thinking this is how it has to be. Guns do not add to society!!
And before anyone cites the constitution at me, those that wrote it thought that black people were property. I don’t value their opinion.
Today marks 5 years at
@HiRezStudios
for me. Hard to put into words what these last 5 years have meant to me. I have made friends that I will have for a lifetime. I get paid to do something I love.
Thank you to all the fans for the last 5 years. Here's to 5 more.
I think disagreeing politically is a healthy, wonderful thing about America. That being said, if you think our current gun laws are acceptable, I think you are a complete moron and you should go ahead and block me
I’m gonna be honest, I heard
@BaRRaCCuDDa_
say something as I was closing, but couldn’t tell what it was. I just said “love you too” and hoped that he had said “love you” 🙏🏻
It’s still drying, but here’s my first tattoo. The symbol of Jupiter (aka ZEUS). It also looks just like the number 24, my birthday and favorite number.
Didn't get a chance to say it on cast, but that was deadass a streamer game. Nika got slammed early and had a 5 man rotation to solo, then Panda got dove like he was the only recognizable name in a 3am game lmao
I have sworn my Knight’s Radiant oath. A quote from my favorite book series (Stormlight Archives) that I think about all the time. Written in the language from the book.
Life before death
Strength before weakness
Journey before destination
Me: *Tunes into
@Wolfy2032
's stream*
Wolfy: "Don't fuck with me......I'm not fucking around."
Me: *Oh boy someone must have started some fucked up serious convo
Wolfy: "I'll permaban anyone who calls cereal soup. I'm not dealing with that shit."
Appreciate all the love for Maui ❤️
I’m very proud of the work the whole team did to bring him to life. Making a god is HARD, and I was absolutely carried by my incredible coworkers.
Can’t wait to see all your crazy plays 😊
I'm happy to announce my roster for Season 9 SCC!
🏹ADC:
@SnoopyMans
🛡️ Support:
@Hurriwind
🧙♂️Mid:
@SpreeeN_
🌳Jungle: Me 🦁
🚶 Solo:
@Heeed_S
Ready to get better and dominate with these cuties 💪
Fun set to cast. I knew today was going to be tough to focus mentally, as this would’ve been a day I’d definitely be with Finch. He would’ve loved that Mercury FG steal. But no one I’d rather have with me in this situation than
@DolsonLive
. GGs.
Never seen a team dominate like that on a worlds run. 9-1 for the Leviathans. Never in doubt. So happy for them, congratulations to the
@SPLLeviathans
.
Vamos
I don’t do stocks so I’ve just been a spectator to all of this, but just wanna go on record and say you will never, EVER, hear me sympathizing for billionaires. Their actions should surprise no one, the only way to become a billionaire is to manipulate and put profit over people
A weaver of light and herald of healing, she wields powers capable of soothing the world's wounds and bringing destruction to those who would harm her people.
Take a closer look at the latest Mage joining SMITE, Ix Chel, The Light Weaver!
🌈
The best team doesn’t always win Worlds, but they did this year.
Congrats to the
@SPLKings
, what a run! Very gratifying seeing
@CaptainTwigg
and
@Varietygg
lift the hammer.
If the Supreme Court being on the precipice of overturning Roe v Wade doesn't fill you with rage instantly, I probably don't think you're cool or awesome.