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it's a new year, and i want to do some things better around here.

i want to take the opportunity to again thank you all so so much for all of your support and your kindness. it is very much felt over here on the other side of the screen, and with the update videos having been retired, i feel like i don't take the time to thank you all enough for that. 2023 had a lot of really great and really bad parts of it for me in my personal life, it was a lot of high-highs and low-lows, and the combination of both sides of that spectrum led to me dropping the ball on things about the channel, and especially on things around here on Patreon. i'm sorry that i didn't deliver at the level that you all deserve, and i want to do better in 2023, and this video talks about some of the ways i want to do that. thank you for being an incredible audience and community. i'm grateful for you guys every day.

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2024 Changes

it's gonna be a good year

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Guppiees

idk why but for some reason I read this like it was a clickbait title

Hazel Marie

We love you Erik! The Redacted universe will never cease to amaze and brighten my nights.

Georgia Morgan

i’m tearing up!! i feel like this was a year of “high highs and low lows” for a lot of people, myself included, but genuinely your channel and this community were such a big source of my joy :) i’ve been a listener for 2 years now (anniversary in october) and i just want to thank YOU so much for your hard work and dedication to these characters. your videos and storylines bring me so much comfort and seeing that you’ve posted has been a bright spot in my week for the past 2 years. happy new year and thank you for everything, erik!!🩷

Andromeda

Thank you for all you’ve done for the channel and Patreon! Even if some things were not on time or things changed, it is normal and I know we don’t blame you

BubblerGoesPop

“and if i do a bad job my name is …? … cuz it was redacted 😃” already off to a great start i am loving this 😌

OnceUponaThrone

We appreciate and love all that you’re able to provide us with! Make sure to take care of urself this year! (And every year!

Lukas Pukas

We love you and we’re excited to see what changes!!

Carmilla Dragyns

Erik, you are just one person. You have to keep your mental and physical health in mind. You create amazing content that keeps us all wanting more, but still. Sending all the love and hugs to you! ❤️🫂

RedWillow

Well said. Thank you for the honesty and letting us know how things are going and what you have planned for the future. We genuinely appreciate it! 🫶

LunaBear

🥰 Sending love.

RedWillow

Livestreams? Oh my god. Yes please!!

Siren

Erik, dude, serious talk. You do NOT need to apologize for *anything.* IRL shit comes first, it comes first. You had a shitty time, I mean that lightheartedly but, deadass, you had a rough time. You don't have to apologize for having needs. You never have to apologize. Anyone who throws a shit fit about not getting content isn't respecting you as a person, they only see your content and not *you.* You are a person with needs, and sometimes those needs power over and you have to take a fall. But that doesn't make you any less of a person. You have gone through a lot (way more than I think one person could and still stay sane), but you've gotten through it and it's admirable, it really is. You never let anything get you down, you still tried to do your thing even when... Basically dying (/lh). You're an incredible dude, my man. So listen! Stop!! Apologizing!!! You don't need to! Shit happens! You can't stop it! So don't apologize when it does!! And don't overwork yourself just to "make up" for being sick and shit. Don't burn yourself out, it isn't worth it, I can assure you. But TL;DR lmao, you are actually fuckin amazing, Erik. Don't forget that. You may not even read this but, hey, it's gonna be out there. Don't overwork yourself, self care dude!!! Take breaks!!! Drink water!!! Relax!!! And don't forget that you are cool as fuck!!! o7

Chicken

We’re all grateful and appreciate all the hard work you do. Thank YOU for everything despite your busy irl schedule and I’m looking forward to what this year brings! ♡

julia😉

Erik you’re gonna spoil us rotten this year. Just make sure to not over work yourself buddy.

M.B.

Am.... /I/ Lasky?? (Great update, happy new year, super excited for what's to come!!!)

carlyava!

Ahh!! I’m so excited for this new era!! This is going to be AWESOME!!

Gretchen

For what it's worth, I've never once been disappointed in the content you create, nor ever regretted being a patron. I'm excited for the new developments this year, but please know that you've always done an amazing job sharing your work, and bring so much richness to all of us who enjoy your content. Thanks so much for everything, looking forward to this year, please take care and Happy New Year!

Ayesha

The channel is in its ✨️bejewelled era✨️ and I'm here for it.( I CAN'T WAITTTT)

Ponyboy

That was hilarious! Please take care of yourself I think all of us are more than understanding when things don't go how you want and you need time to rest. If you need timw to rest, take it! Don't worry about it too much buuuutttt that being said I'm so fucking excited!!!! Hewll yeah ! 2024 is going to be a great year!! We're rooting for you! Can't wait for all the audios coming out this year!!

Rinzler

Dude, no need to apologize for doing what you need to do to keep your life going. As much as we might have missed seeing your good self about as often, your content has been as marvelous as ever. I'm super excited for all of the stuff you have planned (especially 101 and more reductive) but if it ever comes at the cost of you being ok and happy it's not worth it. If you're happy, it makes the content that much more enjoyable. You've had a lit of really not so great things happen this year, you deserve to make the changes you need to make.

Ash Rempel

I hope you have a better year than the last Erik!!! I personally didn’t think an apology was necessary as we’re all human and life can throw those curve balls. Thank you for the heads up for what we can expect! I’m excited for everything you listed and your excellent story telling!!! Cheers to a new year! 🥂

kat

erik THIS IS SO EXCITING. 2023 was a rough year for so many of us so i can positively say we all empathize with you on taking the time you needed for your own mental and physical health. even still, you never dissapointed with the content you gave us. we're all so grateful and appreciative of you and cannot wait for the coming year <3

ReplayCamera2 Chloe

I was honestly, genuinely happy to hear that you took the time you needed to focus on yourself. I know work/life balance can be a struggle sometimes, especially with two full-time jobs. I'm really glad to hear you had some big strides in your personal life as well, you work so incredibly hard; you were still putting out audios when you could barely move from that allergic reaction for Christ's sake. Please know that your appreciation for us is very much felt every time you post, whether it be a filler episode or a multi-episode anthology you've slaved over. It has never once been felt that you take this incredible opportunity, or us, for granted. Your stories have shaped and resonated with so many lives, mine included. I'm still just as spellbound by these stories as I was three and a half years ago and I'll be here with a never ending stream of ridiculously specific incessant questions as long as you're here to tell them. As always, can't wait to see what we learn next. Your Theorist, Chloe

Louise

Erik I’m so glad to see your enthusiasm and excitement over what’s to come next. You’re adding a lot to your plate in regard to some of the channel changes. Please make sure you’re continuing to take time when you need it. We’re not going anywhere. 🩷🩵

highkeymika

this all sounds so positive and amazing, i can't wait to see what happens with the channel over the next year! your content has been such a safe space for me for a long time, this last year especially has been so tough and it really has been a much needed break from real life, i really can't ever thank you enough for that. please be easy on yourself. you're one person with a life and mental health and responsibilities outside of the channel! we all love the content you create, but not at the expense of your own personal wellbeing🫵 thank you as always for being so transparent and honest with us, and i look forward to getting my little lore hoarder hands on the Redacted 101s heheheh ("am *i* lasky?😨" fucking sent me oh my god)

SlushRottweiler

That is a crazy amount of work Erik and we are so glad you're feeling up to all that. Please make sure you take time to rest and recoup during at this amazing stiff. We're all here happy to see what you come up with. It's very fun to watch whatever you make, so we hope you're having some fun too

Megan

Twas a great Lorem lpsum conference hehe

The Fox from Ragnarok

Hey Erik, first and foremost excuse any grammatical etc. mistakes I am fren from Germany. Second I wanted to thank you for your honesty and your will to change thinks. I still wanna mention ( even If u probably know that already ) that if you ever feel like thats too much work and that this channel feels more like a burden then a Hobby please take the time u need to revitalize. Last thing we want is a mental breakdown / Burnout. Sorry for that long text. I am normaly not a very commentary guy but I fehlt like needing to get this of my chest.

moth!

“,,,am I lasky??” 😭😭 for real dude, I am so excited for whatever happens with the channel this year, the amount of care and energy you put into your work is beyond admirable!! Sure there’s been a few hiccups but at the end of the day your personal wellbeing is what matters!! Wishing you the very best of luck Erik, I think we’re gonna have a great year 🤩

fluffsoo

as someone who only discovered the channel 6 months ago but fell in love with the content immediately, i can say i'm really excited to see what you have planned for the new year and to get to experience some of the things you mention bringing back! but also as someone with no previous frame of reference to how you ran the channel in the past, you were still clearly putting in a lot of effort in 2023 even if it maybe wasn't living up to what you had wanted it to be. i just hope you don't feel too discouraged about dropping the ball or whatever because everything i've witnessed since becoming a fan has been better than i could've ever imagined! the outline for this year sounds fantastic but like everyone else has said, please don't feel the need to overload yourself. we were happy to support you before and we'll be happy to keep supporting, no matter what new and exciting content is in store for 2024! hoping for a better year for all, stay healthy 💙

Ardent Melody

I have something to say as someone who got here in 2023: TLDR: **I have NEVER, not even ONCE, felt like I wasn't getting more than my money's worth with your work Erik.** I know you didn't post this to get encouragement, but -respectfully- too bad! You're going to get it anyway. :P I'm sorry to learn what a rough year 2023 was on your end. I *completely* get how crappy it feels to not live up to the standard you want to provide for your audience. Even worse, at least when it's MY brain yelling at me, no amount of perfectly reasonable (for anyone else but yourself) explanations get rid of that crappy feeling. However, as others have said, please don't apologize, or...at least please know that an apology isn't seen as needed from this side of the mic. I could go on all day about how I feel about the enormous impact your characters have had on me as a person and artist, your beyond impressive skills as a VA, and your bonkers skill as a narrative storyteller, but I'll save that for another gush. Purely as a creator, for whatever it's worth, I have always considered your audience experience the absolute gold standard model to follow. I have no idea how you've maintained the outstanding quality and breakneck pace of work you produce, and to learn you see your 2023 as lacking blows my mind a little bit because I would have had no idea how you'd improve on what you're already doing. I'm super excited for everything, but I'm MOST excited for Redacted 101. I have SO. MANY. QUESTIONS, and just to put it out there, if you're interested in me writing those questions down to pass your way, you're more than welcome to let me know however you're most comfortable. So far, I've been digging through all the content I can find and asking kind folks around the community to try to answer some of those questions, and those efforts have been moderately successful. Still, I can't tell you how excited my little lore-nerd brain is about having a direct non-narrative discussion/series digging into the meat of the world. Also, please never change. You are such a human spark of joy and I am so thankful you share your lovely personality with us because you as Erik never fail to brighten my day. I'm excited for you to have a better, amazing year, and wish you the happiest of New Years! Take care.

Rhonda

First of all, I'm sending you a hug. And cookies. Second of all, brilliant video, you absolute goofball. I am SO excited about the upcoming lore videos. (I'm a lore geek, I can't help it.) The consideration for your patrons and fans is appreciated - HOWEVER, :-) you went through *a lot* in 2022/2023. It is understandable that things didn't go as planned. Your honesty is refreshing and also a reminder that life happens and we have to shift priorities as necessary. I'm glad you chose to put yourself first during all of this. Okay, the "mom lecture" is over. Here's some more cookies. :-) Want a blanket too?

Thanatos

Oh my, Erik you're spoiling us! Make sure to take care of yourself too, you deserve it so much ✨️ Don't overwork yourself, the past year was already very amazing, don't worry 🥺

Mint

We notice all your hard work 💙 please take care of yourself

elvunity

oh erik 🥹 thank u for bringing my favourite character sam to your channel, i have really enjoyed watching his audios and being on his journey along with darlin, i hope to see them soon! keep up the good work erik ❤️

Crimson_Bailey

I think I'm getting a reputation for leaving long rants over here but.... Meh🤷. I'd like to put this up, even if you might not read it yourself. But anyways...... I've found the channel between end of July and beginning of August I believe. Those months where kind of a repetition of my last year,where I got diagnosed with cancer. Not going in too much detail but this year, I got diagnosed with having metastasis of my cancer and having to go through Chemotherapy, with all of its struggles,going on until currently. During all this, I stumbled upon your stories. To say that they where a welcome and needed distraction is an understatement. They made me laugh loudy, cry harshly and often have me on the edge of my seat with excitement over what's coming next. I've come to deeply love nearly all your characters,I identify with some more then others and I absolutely enjoy diving into the world you created. So hearing about getting to dive in deeper has me very exited. But it also inspired me to try writing myself again, something I haven't done in years, believing I don't have the necessary skills to write what's on my mind. I can't thank you enough for inspiring me like this,even if I don't have the confidence to put my ideas anywhere public. What I'm trying to get at with all this..... Even if you feel like you haven't been able to put as much effort into the channel as you might have wanted because life decided to be difficult..... For some of us, your stories brightened up our lives with every Audio you put out. And that's something you can be incredibly proud of. Life is tough for all of us right now and it's very much okay if things had to slow down for a bit. Physical and mental health is the most important thing to look out for and making that a priority is nothing to apologize for. You put out amazing content this year despite your struggles. You are an amazing creator. Thank you for everything you did and everything you will do. I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with next. OK, now my rant is over. Thanks for your patience if you read this. ❤️And anyone else who does :You are amazing ! Keep your head up, you're doing fantastic in whatever you do. ♥️♥️

Litlkim

You sound so excited for all the changes and seeing you this happy is wonderful to see 💖 But please don’t overwork yourself. We absolutely love the “secret streams” and we’re excited for 101, especially since we don’t have those character 100K lore drops anymore…but we’d rather you spread them over the course of time and be happy then feel the need to push stuff out monthly. These things can be goals, but dial things back if it ever becomes too much. We appreciate you more than you know.

Nat

you are so sweet man what the heck 🫠 also your bow tie is taking me OUT SJDJSKCKS nonetheless, this was a really endearing gesture on your part and im excited to see what new things you have in store this year! im sending good vibes and support your way all through 2024!

StephOS7

This sounds very ambitious but my main concern is the blatant nepotism of duplicate Erik attending this meeting

Shae D'Amora

Whatever changes feel good to you, then hell yeah 💜 You’ve found a very understanding community on here, and the collective vibe I always notice—and share in—is how much people care about your health and happiness first, even if it comes at the cost of consistency. Juggling a full time business job + dealing with the utter bullshit that comes with being human + running one of the most incredible one man shows on the planet…? How the FUCK, bruh 😩 You know yourself best and what you’re feeling led to do, so whatever changes you need to make, then hell yeah. 💜 But whenever life gets back to being a little bitch and throwing the inevitable curve ball, you’ve got a lot of grace and understanding here to fall back on. You are truly cared for, respected, and appreciated. Thanks for all you do, friend. 🙏🏾💜 Excited for whatever’s on the roster this year!!

Matt

I didn't become a listener until like November and subscribed to Patreon like early December- but in the short amount of time that I've been in this amazing community I time and time again find myself in awe of you as a creator :). I am currently studying English at University and the structure and sophistication that permeates your work is honestly incredible. Lots of Narrative Audio creators have the voice and the resources but it's very rare to find someone like you that has the excellent writing down as well as format and sound design. I'm so excited for the year ahead and what you have in store for us :)

✨Starlight Angel Baaabe🩷

I think you are much harder on yourself than we are. My heart is breaking a little bit hearing you say you think you didn't meet our expectations. 💔At least for me, my expectation is that you are healthy and happy, and that you take care of yourself... even if there is a delay by a couple days to the video release. We may have some that come out "late", but we also get surprised with a three day run to move a story forward. When you take the time you need to be happy and healthy, the quality of the content is always top notch! Personally, I feel excited for any content but I do really appreciate this update. Yay for themed anthologies, more polls, role reversal AU (INTRIGUING), Redacted 101 (EXCITING - always love the deeper lore), seeing the updates to the website as a deeper lore resource, new merchandise options, ALL EXCITING opportunities to watch for. Sending you lots of love and support, my dude!! You have given us this wonderful gift with this fully fleshed out world that I can visualize and waiting for the next video us like waiting for a friend who lives cross country to come see you. Waiting for them to arrive at the airport is a stressful time but once you see them all that anxious energy just slips away and your are just so excited to see them. I enjoy that exciting waiting feeling right before a video drops. Thank you for immersing me in a world that has such fabulous inhabitants and putting me as the listener in the middle of the story. Don't doubt that we love and support you, and that these videos are worth waiting for. You never put out a "subpar" video just to post on Mon or Fri, and I would always rather wait for a video that YOU think is high enough quality rather than a bunch of lower quality videos. I don't have words to express how much we love you, Erik, and we want what's best for you. If people are complaining, I hope it is not the majority. You are good at updating if a video isn't going out on its regulary schedule date. I do miss the monthly recaps, but that is because I like listening you talk about the story. Live streams talking about deeper lore is something a drama whore like myself is all for it!! Know I support you for you, then for my Imp!Vega playtime, and for this fabulous world you've built with these amazing characters. Don't know how to end thos, so I'll just say live long and prosper, and know we are always here for you! 🖖

✨Starlight Angel Baaabe🩷

This is fabulous! 100% agree with everything. We want this to be a source of joy, not a burden and feeling you have let us down. I read the patreon comments but not all the YouTube comments. Here is a safe community where we are most interested in your well being! We've got you!

✨Starlight Angel Baaabe🩷

I love reading your comments, and in this one you are not alone in a long heart-felt post. I'm so sorry about your health issues, but I wish you all the best!!!💖 And I second every inspirational thing you said about Erik's immersive storytelling and voice acting!

EntangledSawyer

FR ^^ I’m super excited about everything but plsss don’t overdo yourself bud

✨Starlight Angel Baaabe🩷

Hey Red! I an so excited about this new content with the Redacted 101, livestreams, and updates to website. We're going to get so much lore to create predictions and conspiracies with 🤣

Litlkim

Glad I’m not the only one who felt heartbroken 💔 Beautifully written!

Lexie

dude I can barely handle one 9-5 job, I have NO idea how you manage working a full-time job with creating content and everything else - hats off to you! Your life as a human being comes first, and from a listener perspective, this year continued to be a total delight to be a patron. Excited about the things you outlined here, as long as they're sustainable and fun for you!

Inky

I'm VERY new to the channel, and I'm *still* getting through all of the current anthologies, but I'm loving it all. Quite frankly hearing your schedule BOGGLES MY MIND. I cannot believe that you're planning to put out 2 videos a week, along with extra content here. The quality of your content is actual insanity, and the fact that you're putting out so much of it in such short order, while VERY EXCITING FOR ME, is kinda crazy - please dont push yourself!! I can tell that you were disappointed in whatever happened last year, but as a newcomer, please know that cutting back if needed will never be looked badly upon - at least from people who give a shit abt you and not just their internet boyfriends (as an Asher Stan I'm comfortable saying that lol) In other news anyone have tips how to play the obsessed cassette? I'm thinking of moving up tiers once I'm done w the backlog but...what would I do with it...? I dont have a cassette player anymore.

Crimson_Bailey

Thank you very much. ♥️🫂This is exactly what I love about this community. It's nice to know that there are people who understand that we are all struggling and how we share a love for these stories.

✨Starlight Angel Baaabe🩷

TY so much. Erik's work came to me when I wasn't in the greatest place in my life and brings me joy everything I listen. I want him to know we love HIM as well as his incredibly stories.

Green Blue

You have so sufficiently delivered on such an incredible story, you could call me an ugly dirtbag and I’d STILL watch this channel until the sun blows up.

RedWillow

Exactly!!! I'm rabid with anticipation!! 🫶🫶

Nightshade1217

Ni need to apologize for life just being life Erik. We love all the stuff you make from your character videos to just silly nonsense. You always try to give the extra Mike with your content and we always appreciate quality over quantity. It's obvious that you love doing what you do and we love you for it. But you can't forget that your just one human being the your time for yourself and the people you love we'll always understand ❤️

Katerina Siren

I appreciate all the content you give no matter how often it comes. All I hope is that you are taking care of yourself. I know you record even when you are sick so I would honestly still be happy even if your schedule changed to just one vid a week.

Litlkim

I was in the same exact situation. Although my experience was right after finding his channel (way back in the early days lol) I can honestly say having it is what helped me get myself over that mountain. I’ll forever be grateful 💖 We see things differently than many. He’s MOST important!

♥︎☆°~Joonie~°☆♥︎

From now to when I first found your channel, which was when you hit your 3 year anniversary. I was amazed by how your stories were narrated and written so well. A friend of mine introduced me to your channel. And I just feel in love with how everything connected together through the videos and characters. I am impressed with everything that you, Erik. And don't be sorry for what you can't control, life can be a pain but we keep pushing forward the best we can. That just how life is. I never expected greater expectations when videos come out cause I get really excited just by seeing the notification pop up. But enough of me yapping. Erik, I hope this year is better than last year for you. And I'm excited to see what you have for us this year! Remember to take breaks and to not push yourself to hard, we'll enjoy your content anyways! ♡

Lunna TS

Please, find time in your schedule for yourself. All the things you said sound awesome, but it also sounds like you're putting loads of pressure on yourself. So yey, that's all great content news and it sounds like you have quite a bunch of fun stuff planned, but please, look after yourself. :)

Asher

This is a very ambitious plan! While I have full confidence in your ability to implement all these fresh ideas and changes, (and I am not your parent), I am going to hope you put some time for yourself in there also. And don't be so rough on yourself when delays happen - life happens! It's gonna happen again! We're all just here enjoying the ride while we're on it, it's all good! That said, is it telling that I am most excited for these lore drops? Because I am looking disrespectfully.

riathepinkie

Honestly? Thank you Erik. For the content, for the community, for the lore, but most of all thank you for taking the need to apologize seriously. Losing the aspects of community that had to be jettisoned for very Valid and Understandable Reasons did still sting, and it’s validating to see you taking the time and care to do so seriously and with characteristic sincerity. One of the reasons I still stick around is *because* you’ve put such obvious care into all aspects of this channel, and this update hits on all fronts for me when it comes to my enthusiasm and joy for this community and all the content coming down the road. That being said do remember to give yourself some grace this year as well. 2022-2023 had hands and despite everything I still walked away from the year absolutely gobsmacked by what you managed to pull off. *Especially* given what you were up against. Here’s to 2024 and what it will bring!

Allegory of Wolves

This is a very touching comment. I don't know you, but as Redacted fans we're all kinda in the same boat here. ;-) I'm sending you loads of good wishes for a successful recovery. It's possible; my mother has overcome a cancer that was diagnosed in 2022, too. May 2024 treat you well! ♥

KittyC

10/10 for the format I was cackling 100/10 for the hair honestly

Allegory of Wolves

Having found your channel and joined Patreon only a short while ago, I have no point of reference to how things might have been before 2023. But I don't think you have much to apologize for. I've been astonished at the amount and quality of content you've been providing, and from what I could see also in 2023! Now hearing that you've had a tough time last year, makes it even more impressive to me how one person can find the time and energy to keep the machine running! I do hope very much, that your health scare was just that, and that you're well now and taking good care of yourself. Please, make sure you keep doing that, too, going forward. I'm damn excited about everything you've planned for 2024!!! I can't wait to see what's gonna hit us! It all sounds really cool, and I'm glad to be around to experience it in real time from now on (I wish, I'd found your channel already in it's beginning). But I'll enjoy the content much more knowing, that the creator of it is being kind toward himself, getting enough rest, fun time off, not overworking himself, and allowing himself to slow down should there be need for it. You can be certain, ALL your fans and followers would understand! 💝 That said, thank you for all your hard work and awesome content so far, and thanks in advance for what's to come! You're impacting so many people's lives in such inspiring, comforting, entertaining and sometimes healing ways. This entire community is such a lovely place, too. Such things aren't always easy to find. May the low-lows you've had in 2023 go where Adam dwells, and may 2024 be everything you're wishing for! Take care, Erik! 💜

Riomeow

always thankful for the insane effort u put into everything! i hope u dont push urself too hard with all the new requirements! give urself enough leeway to not burn out! we’ll all still be here supporting u either way ^^

Frenchie

I am so excited for Redacted 101!!!!!

Void

😭😭 you are so cute and sweet. I appreciate the honesty and self reflection and wanting to hold yourself accountable. But really, honestly, thank you for all that you do and the awesome content you create. Just don’t forget that your health and wellbeing are always more important and shouldn’t feel bad needing to take time for yourself should things come up. Burnout is no joke, nor any fun to deal with. Looking forward to the new year and can’t wait to see what amazingness you come up with! I hope you have a lovely day and a good new year! Stay well 💚

Krystal A

When’s the Asher and David wedding video tho

Crimson_Bailey

@Allegory of Wolves Thank you for your good wishes. Your mother is very strong for having beaten her cancer, I honestly hope she is doing well. You are incredibly strong as well for having supported her. Following a loved ones journey through sickness takes a lot of strength and patience. My current Chemotherapy is in the homestretch, last one will be on January 12th,followed by a year and a half of antibody therapy. I hope things go well from here on out.

arlo

Honestly, thoroughly enjoyed last year and can’t wait to see what 2024 holds! Echoing what a lot of others have said, please give yourself some grace with last year and into this year. We know life happens and you’ve got a lot on your plate. But I hope 2024 brings much more happiness to you and I know we’ll all be enjoying the plans you’ve laid out!

Mary S

As a little lore gremlin I’m so excited for this year! 😁

Origene

Nerd loll!! But in all seriousness, seeing how you manage the channel/patreon has helped me a ton when it comes to dedication to projects and making deadlines. I can’t wait for all that’s to come this year, but regardless, any and all effort you put in is noticed and appreciated 💛

BlueWhispers

I admire how much hard work and dedication you put into the channel. Even if you feel like things weren't up to par for you channel wise and patreon wise in 2023, the content you released never failed to keep me thoroughly engaged and wanting more of the story, the lore and the many different facets of this world you created. Thank you for sharing this with us. Hope you feel proud because what you have cultivated over the last few years has been nothing less than stellar. I look forward to what you have planned for 2024 and am excited to follow along every step of the way. Best wishes. And here's to good health, less stress, and an even greater year for the channel!

TGDevingo

Hey Erik! I’m normally a lurker on here but I thought I would echo what plenty of other folks are saying on here. There is absolutely no need to apologize, even if you still want to! We all understand that life happens and priorities change and shift to accommodate that, and we know that you should be given that grace as much as anyone else. I myself understand feeling sorry for not delivering at peak quality all the time when it comes to creative content, but I think it’s important to remember that putting out anything at all is a huge step! Thank you for being willing to share your characters and stories at all! (Coming from someone that is still trying to get over that fear😅) Your writing, world building, characters, etc. are impeccable and you have been an inspiration to many creative minds (myself included) but it’s okay if quality fluctuates. Not everything can be perfect and that’s okay; as long as you’re having fun! Long story short, thank you for sharing your stories with us and I’m looking forward to seeing whatever you decide to share in 2024!

zidgelT

Agreed!! Erik, we all love and appreciate you, but don't push too hard, okay? :3

zidgelT

"Am I Lasky?" KILLED me, bro. xD

Empress Arcana

I feel, you always go above and beyond in everything you do. I love your strength to keep going, even when things become topsy turvy. I love how through your creative work, so many have been able to find a place of safety, comfort, and relatability, including myself. Even if you have felt you didn’t do enough last year for the Patreon, for the channel, seeing you grow as a person and creator has been an amazing experience. I feel you did much more than you, maybe, give yourself credit for. I am glad you took the time for yourself, to do what needed to be done for you. I do hope you continue to do so, give yourself love, attention, whatever it is you need. Last year was a difficult one for so many of us, but look at you, you got through it. You’re doing amazing, Erik. I am truly excited for all the upcoming videos, anthologies, the new series, everything mentioned sounds so exciting. I have to admit, your smile, your laugh, really is contagious in the best way. You remind me to do the same, even when everything feels so dark. Thank you for being you, from the bottom of my heart, always.

Chels

Hey Erik. The way I found your content was on YouTube randomly and I stumbled upon Damien and Huxley Soft Winter video and ever I listened to it , I've been obsessed with their relationship and I'm glad I found more of their relationship on Patreon and then I found the other characters that are portrayed that you play and you have become one of my favorite ASMR people ever. Looking forward to more content in the new year!

Dots

erik i’m honestly just happy you still put out content🫶🏾 even if you feel you didn’t meet your expectations for last year, you’ve certainly exceeded mine! you’re such a fantastic storyteller and creator that i’m just so so so happy you’re still here. i literally consume anything and everything you post bc i’m obsessed with the story you’re telling. thank you for all that you do and here’s hoping to another year of great characters and content!!

MissRaptor

I have had nothing but a great time being here. I joined in October 2022, and you had my cassette sent out so fast. After you said you were sick I thought, “oh god I hope he didn’t panic and over exert himself about it.” I didn’t mind when I got it; life happens. A lot of it. And you went through some shiiiit. The cards make my day. (Adam’s is my favorite lol. I love them all, but that one most of all, so far). It’s fun being here. Watching the streams is awesome (really enjoyed the Audacity one), and I’m really looking forward to more, no matter what they are! (And I definitely wouldn’t complain if more scary games hopped in). I’m still catching up on things atm, because insomnia is being a capital B for me right now, so I’ve been listening to my go-to vids over and over. I’m loving how things are progressing with The Balance so far! And I’m also scared, as usual! So, I will aggressively state perhaps more clearly: I didn’t see any of this “suffering” as you say. You just were ill and having life be life, that’s all there is to it. Your work is always top tier and fantastic. I personally wouldn’t have hung around these past couple years if I didn’t think so. Oh and PS—the “You are too” and accompanying gestures made me cackle xD

katzic

am I lasky?

L Mckenzie

Hi Erik, I wanted to say a huge thank you for all the amazing hard work you have done on making this entire world, settings, characters, plot etc and sharing it with us. Your work is an inspiration! There are so many things I'm excited for like the 101 class (and as someone who hopes to be a content creator I hope I can learn from a master in the field!) I know your heart is in your work, it really shows. During all of these changes I hope that you maintain your health and well being and don't over extend yourself for the sake of content. As a patreon member I would rather be patient and wait than have things be on time and you feel mentally or physically worse for the wear. I am wishing you a phenomenal 2024 and hope that it isn't just fun, and that your numbers grow, but that it fulfills you in great ways! It is amazing to be a part of this community and all the best to you!

Scarlett Woman Stories

For merch, we need the grill bro apron. I was devastated I couldn't get one for my husband.

Dahlia

I’ll never stop appreciating how funny Erik is 💜

TaraD

Ok, I didn't know where I could put this, and I had to put it somewhere, so I figured I'd just put it here. I just found this channel literally 3 days ago, and I've been working my way down the Vincent story...I just finished the Inversion storyline...and I...just, it was amazing! A...fucking...mazing! I haven't experienced that level of story telling and voice acting in a damn long time, if ever (and I'm not a young pup). Erik, you are a fucking genius, and you deserve any and all accolades that you get. I'm even more proud to support this level of talent and artistry at the Obsessed level, and I look forward to getting to know the rest of the bois, as you put it, through the other story lines. Thank you Erik, for helping me to "feel something", like a lot! All the love! <3