JigglyGumballs

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

Player Information
Username: JigglyGumballs
Player Name: Gruffud Theofylaktos
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 24
Position: D
Height: 76 in.
Weight: 245 lbs.
Birthplace: Greece

Player Page
@VHLM GM

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

So uhh... Hey. It's been a while hasn't it?
 
A lot has changed since I left the VHL. A lot of new faces, but still a lot of familiar older ones. Now before I start going off and reintroducing myself, I wanna clarify that I've been gone for only a few months. Though I'm making it sound like I'm an ancient relic of the past. With that in mind, uhh hey! If you don't know me, I'm JigglyGumballs. Most people simply refer to me as Jiggs. I've been a member of the VHL since June 2020 so technically I'm heading towards year two now. So that's nice. In terms of contributions in the VHL, I've been an AGM and eventually the GM of Las Vegas in the M for a period of time.  Sorta did some weird draft picks and made some dumb trades. Also spammed the term "TRADE THE PICKS TRUST THE PROCESS" when I could. Anyways, I guess this is my shameless attempt to milk TPE out of a sort of catch up post on what I've been doing since I left so if you don't really give a shit. Then uh, how's it going chief?
 
To start things off, why come back now? Well, I did say in my last post that when I feel comfortable of earning the max amount of TPE per week again, I'd return to the VHL. So here I am attempting to fulfill that promise. Along with that the introduction of a new stats system that overhauls the previous meta. I thought that it might be a good time to come back and learn all the new stuff. In terms of my player, I honestly kinda want to dick around with my build. It's leaning towards another defensive defenseman like how I did my last player, but I'm really hoping for a more goon build that only makes slapshots. If this becomes a viable build as part of the new meta, then you're welcome for ruining the new attributes.
 
In terms of irl stuff. Uh to those interested, I've applied for a college now. Yay... I'm also struggling to find a job because I didn't consider getting any sort of work experience or volunteer hours earlier in highschool. Double yay... And guess what, I got COVID and extended my spring break by two weeks LET'S GOOOOO. Depressing shit aside, I'm doing really well now. After an honestly disappointing experience with COVID, I'm at the back half of highschool. I've spent a lot more time with my friends and just been enjoying life on a day by day basis. In terms of what I want to achieve in my second coming in the VHL, I hope to some day go back to the GMing/AGMing scene though I'm not quite ready for that now. I also hope that I can be just as active as I was before. With all the new changes and new faces, I really want to re-experience the VHL in a new light. So excuse me in advance for being a dumbass and not knowing new things. So yeah. I'm back, and I hope I don't die and become inactive anytime soon.
 
 

533 words.

My guy, and a Greek player at that too. 
 

Player Information
Username: JigglyGumballs
Player Name: Gruffud Theofylaktos
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 24
Position: D
Height: 76 in.
Weight: 245 lbs.
Birthplace: Greece

Player Page
@VHLM GM

Welcome Back!

Player Information
Username: JigglyGumballs
Player Name: Gruffud Theofylaktos
Recruited From: Returning
Age: 24
Position: D
Height: 76 in.
Weight: 245 lbs.
Birthplace: Greece

Player Page
@VHLM GM

VHL Dream Team
 
This will be my first time actually writing an article for theme week. As most know, I'm still very new to the VHL dream, with AirRig being only my second player ever. Now with my lack of knowledge and history of the league know was the VHL, please bear witness to my VHL Dream Team (starting line up) that I had wanted to have experienced in my first play through with Rhynex Entertainment.
 
Starting Forwards
 
LW - Chris Reynolds @Crstats23
 
Chris Reynolds, a member of the  infamous S74 VHLM RER (or CRG) line of the Las Vegas Aces. Chris was the stable of the power trio in the Super S74 VHLM line, which saw the line combine for 152 goals and 356 points during the regular season of S74. Chris remained an all around star player in the VHL in his veteran seasons with the Warsaw Predators, notching three 100+ point seasons and three 40+ goal seasons, including a spectacular 60 goal, 76 assist, 136 points season in S81, Chris' final, retirement season. Chris Reynolds was the middle point man of the power trio, whom was both a goal scorer and an assister. The power forward of the power trio line.
 
C - Rhynex Entertainment @Rhynex Entertainment
 
Rhynex Entertainment, a member of the infamous S74 VHLM RER (or CRG) line of the Las Vegas Aces. Rhynex was an all around player and elite playmaker and face-off specialists of the power trio in the Super S74 VHLM line. As a former Vladimir Boomchenko Trophy winner, and a career better than a point per game player in the VHL, Rhynex was a formidable Center whom played for a bottom seated New York Americans team. Rhynex was a career 30+ goal scorer in the VHL (where he has scored more than 30 goals in each of his 7 VHL seasons), which included a formidable 63 goals, 64 assists, 127 points season in his final, retirement season in S81 of the VHL. The playmaker of the power trio line.
 
RW - Gary Rush @G_Rush
 
Gary Rush, the last player to be mentioned from the infamous S74 VHLM RER (or CRG) line of the Las Vegas Aces. Gary was an all around player and a masterful goal scorer of the power trio in the Super S74 VHLM line. While Gary's game did not translate properly into the VHL, Gary was an incredible offensive stud while playing on Rhynex Entertainment's wing during his three seasons playing together with the New York Americans, where Gary had his career highs during those three seasons. Gary was the goal scorer in the power trio line, whom showed his scoring ability with winning the Ethan Osborne Trophy in that season. The goal scorer of the power trio line.
 
The decision to go with a starting forwards line up of:
Chris Reynolds - Rhynex Entertainment - Gary Rush
 
came with the incredible results of the S74 VHLM season. The continual success of S75 - S77 in the VHL for Gary Rush and Rhynex Entertainment while they played together with the New York Americans also gave off an intriguing aura and idea of what could have been if all three players were playing together during their VHL careers.
 
Gary rush:
77 (NYA) 72 26 53 79                 76 (NYA) 72 34 64 98                 75 (NYA) 72 36 49 85                  
 
Rhynex Entertainment:
77 (NYA) 72 32 51 83                 76 (NYA) 72 44 53 97                 75 (NYA) 72 35 54 89                  
 
The remainder of the starting line up for my Dream Team are players whom I wanted to play with during my VHL career with Rhynex Entertainment.
 
Starting Defence
 
D - Alex Letang @Spartan
 
The first defence person I've wanted Rhynex Entertainment to have played with during his VHL tenure was Alex Letang. Alex Letang was a formidable offensive defenseman whom had a very nice two-way game. As a superstar playmaker and former Vladimir Boomchenko Trophy winner who had 94 assists in the VHLM, Alex Letang's game translated nicely into the VHL as well. Perhaps coincidentally, Alex had his best season in the twilight of his career with 25 goals, 94 assists, 119 points in his final, retirement season. Considering @Spartan was the person who "found" @Rhynex Entertainment and could be considered as my first teacher in the VHL server, I have always been intrigued with the idea of playing on the same team.
 
D - Jiggly Gumballs @JigglyGumballs
 
When you have so much offensive talent, you have to finish off the starting line up with a defensive superstar. Jiggly Gumballs certainly fit that category. Built to be a superb defensive defender, Jiggly was someone I've wanted to have on my team. Someone who I believe would be able to assist my team into being a contender and cup winner. As a prime example of a stay at home defender, we finally fill up the skaters of my Dream Team starting line up. (Non-)Coincidentally, both defenders were respectively the GM and AGM of the S74 VHLM Las Vegas Aces.
 
Starting Goaltender
 
G - Thadius "Swiss Cheese" Sales @thadthrasher
 
Now if you've played with Rhynex Entertainment, you'll know why I've chosen Mr. Swiss Cheese as my Dream Team starting goaltender. I've always known that Thadius was a stud netminder. Don't let his early career Swiss Cheese records with the New York Americans fool you. Thadius' incredible seasons with the Vancouver Wolves should certainly erase any negativity from his game. I've always believed that I would have the best chance in winning championships with Thadius Sales as my goaltender. Never had a doubt in Thadius' ability to make a timely save to win a game. Just simply from looking at Thadius Sales' 91.9% Save % seasons with the New York Americans should show that Swiss Cheese may not have been a well deserved nickname.
 
 
And here we have it. My VHL Dream Team starting line up, which consists of the line where I've seen my first ever and only (personal) award. Two defensive seniors whom I've wanted to play with throughout Rhynex entertainment's VHL career. And of course the Swiss Cheese goaltender. I believe the Power Trio forward line could most certainly had a chance to dominate in the VHL, along with the stud defensive pairing in Alex Letang and Jiggly Gumballs, and of course a (not so much) Swiss Cheese in net. It would most certainly have been a potentially very intriguing VHL team.
 
The Dream Team
LW Chris Reynolds - C Rhynex Entertainment - RW Gary Rush
D1 Alex Letang - D2 Jiggly Gumballs
G Thadius Sales
 
 
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The Story of the S81 Las Vegas Aces

 
The Las Vegas Aces are a well known franchise, entering the VHLM as one of the original teams in S2. They have a long history of success, defeats, and have experienced everything you can think of that an old hockey franchise could have gone through. This article will go into detail on the Aces’ S81 Founder’s Cup run, talking about the highs, the lows, and even things behind closed doors that the public does not know about. I am happy to bring you the story of the S81 Las Vegas Aces, told by myself, ajwllmsn.
 
The Origin
 
The Las Vegas Aces as stated before are one of the VHLM’s oldest franchises, seeing many different faces enter the locker room and management. The organization recently had gone through a rough patch with @JigglyGumballs becoming inactive due to real life situations which resulted in the team’s poor performance. Trades were not being made, players were not being signed off of waivers, and the organization as a whole seemed like a ghost town. S80 was not a pretty season for the Aces with the majority of games being played with a roster of less than five skaters. These handful of players managed to fight their way to a 7th seed playoff spot where they would instantly be sent home in a 4-0 swept series by the S80 Founder’s Cup champions, the Ottawa Lynx. This was a weird time for the Aces, players did not know what the future plans for the team were, management was stepping down, and in general it seemed as if life was sucked straight out of Las Vegas.
 
New Management
 
This is when a new GM stepped in to take over, to try to bring life back to Las Vegas who used to thrive in the VHLM. The mid S70’s were an active and happy place for Vegas with @Spartan leading charge as the GM. The thoughts of a new GM taking over could hopefully bring present time back to then. I had been an active member in the VHL since the day I joined. I had applied for numerous VHLM GM jobs and came up short every time. I was extremely excited when I finally saw my name posted in a VHLM GM job thread by @McWolf and @diamond_ace and was ready to put work in for this organization. I knew that Jiggly’s life was getting busy and he needed someone to step in, so I was all for helping out. The moment I had the discord locker room and forum club handed over, I knew it was real. Quickly I set off to find assets for my team to try to build with what I had. Las Vegas was left with 3 skaters, a goalie, and a lot of draft picks both present and future. 
 
Pre-Season Trading
 
The first order of business was to make a trade with @Alex, because in the VHLM GMing world, it is an unwritten rule that you need to make your first trade with him. My plan was to hold onto picks for the draft and build my core off of that, but then I remembered Jiggly’s motto: “Trade the picks, trust the process”. Looking at Philadelphia’s roster, two key names stuck out right away, Alex TheGreat @Alex Thegreat and Julien Bernier @Julien_Bernier. Both players were hovering just above the 100 TPE mark and could definitely earn up to the cap of 200 TPE by playoffs. The trade was complete, and the price of these two players along with two draft picks cost five draft picks to be sent to Philadelphia.
 


 
After making this trade, an instant thought came to mind: Why would I trade away 5 assets in order to get 4 back? I basically just lost a player, right? Trying not to be too hard on myself after my first day of trading, I did some more looking around the league to find more assets I could add to my team. This is when my biggest trade of the season occurred with @Moon, GM of the Houston Bulls. I knew Houston was a strong team that was looking to make a run for the cup this season and I thought my 1st round picks would be of value for them. I messaged Moon and after some discussion, my 3rd trade in two days as a GM was made.


 
Acquiring four assets for the price of three, I felt as if I had my money back. Cooper Skambraks @CSkams15, CDS Leb @CDS_Leb and Adeline Delle Donne @Dtayl were all around the 100 TPE mark like TheGreat and Bernier, and I figured they would be in the same boat with reaching the 200 TPE cap by playoffs. Las Vegas now had a very solid core up front while lacking on the back end. But with the draft coming up in the next couple of days, I was not too worried.
 
Hiring an AGM
 
With all of this going on and feeling like my management skills were good on their own, I was without an AGM. A mysterious guy with the player name ‘The Board Game Clue On Skates’ joined the league and caught my eye. The member behind the name, @MubbleFubbles, had been shot off like a rocket with his activity, forum posting, and overall first gen greatness. I had not posted an official AGM hiring thread yet but I reached out to Mubble saying I noticed the work he has put in so far and wanted him to join my team. I had other members around the league ask me prior to if the spot was open, but I said no as I was looking for a special someone who I knew could fill the role. This in my mind was Mubble hands down. He replied to my message and was hesitant about taking on the job, he said he wanted to wait and experience the league a bit more before getting into the thick of it. I left my offer on the table and told him he was very welcome to join if he changed his mind, and that he did. Later that night Mubble agreed to be Las Vegas’ new AGM and the management puzzle was complete. With Mubble on my side, I knew that we were going to be a great team. We had a lot of long talks and discussions about the team, he was my right hand man that I ran everything by in order to have an opinion about everything and anything. Mubble did a lot of work early on for the team, crushing out press conferences, making TPE charts and helping out the members that were on our team. I knew instantly that I could trust him and he did not even feel like an AGM. Mubble and I together felt as if we were both the GMs of Las Vegas which was perfect. With work life getting busy, I had to miss the draft and Mubble stepped up big time doing a great job. 
 
S81 VHLM Dispersal Draft
 
Being at work that night, I had all faith in Mubble to do a good job. After trading away my higher round picks for this season, he only had late round picks to work with. Mubble is some sort of wizard though. He had been creating Draft Class TPE Visualizers since he joined the league and could see who was earning fast and who was not. This is where he found a first generation member of the name @Girts. Girts had just joined the league recently at the time and was only at 75 TPE, but had been earning TPE at a rate that was impressive. He was a quiet member, not in discord and only on the forum, so it was almost as if he was a ghost in this draft class. But of course, Mubble targeted him quickly and traded up to steal this gem of a member. This is mainly our only trade this draft, with our other picks being used for Star @Da Trifecta, Ben Svenska @BenTheViking64, and Travis Clark @ClarkClanT. All lower TPE members that had true potential in the upcoming seasons. After returning home from work, I was proud of what our team was becoming and was excited for the near future.
 
The Ad Madness
 
After the draft, the recruitment team had let VHLM GMs know that there would be a high number of new members joining the league as they were putting out an ad for the VHL. This had GMs excited as most teams were lacking a full roster. With Las Vegas’ roster lacking defence, this was huge for us. The ad went out and of course I slept in. I woke up to an insane amount of notifications of new members joining and while still half asleep, I started hammering out waiver offers. It started off slow and seemed as if other teams were getting very lucky with signings while we had none. This continued on the entire first day and left myself and Mubble going to sleep with nothing to show for. The next day is when the results started showing, most teams had fuller rosters now and could only offer lower line minutes. Once again I started sending the offers out and to my surprise, we got a lot of new players on the Aces squad. With a total of 14 new players signed before the starting of the season, we were in good shape and ready to compete.
 
The Brick Wall Free Agent
 
With most of the team set, the one last missing piece to this team’s puzzle was a goalie. We had two lower TPE goalies on the team already, but a starter was needed. I knew that we could not afford to trade for a good goaltender, most teams had just drafted capped goalies, and the ad madness would not supply us with a solid goaltender. So I went to research free agents in hopes that there would still be a goalie left. For some reason the gods were blessing me that day as Thomas Price @Thunderidge was stranded in the free agent aisle with nowhere to go. Price had just come off a Founder’s Cup finals loss in Yukon and was ready for some revenge, but with Yukon moving up to the VHLE, he was left without a team. I messaged Thunderidge and he happily accepted my offer, itching for a cup that I myself was hoping for this season.
 
The Start of the Regular Season
 
With the off-season complete, we were ready to get into the games and show how dominant the Las Vegas Aces can be. I knew that with a full roster we had a solid core, and hopefully the new draftees and waiver signings could help make us stronger. Las Vegas showed up early to the party leaving the league in shock as we won our first 8 games to let everyone know that we mean business. Our first line was on a tear with TheGreat, Bernier, and Donne being in the top 10 in points and being our main source of scoring. Having that solid core with S79 veteran defenseman Patric Twist @Patty and Thomas Price holding down the back end really saved us in a lot of games. Looking down the stretch though, I knew the S80 Founder’s Cup winners, the Ottawa Lynx, and the depth squad of the Houston Bulls would be an issue. With that in mind, we still motored on to see what the rest of the season would look like. Las Vegas continued winning and winning, never dropping out of the Top 4 in standings all season.
 
Trade Deadline and Players Improving
 
Just after mid-way through the season, the trade deadline was upon us. A week or two before this, we made some impactful trades. @Minion, Halifax 21st GM, was interested in a waiver signed player on our team. john your door was his target and he was requesting a trade for him. Once again the power of Mubble was upon us and with his TPE Visualizer resource, we found a player on Halifax worth trading for, Bobby Rockwell @Kairi. 


 
At the time, both players were around 60ish TPE, but Mubble noticed that Rockwell knew how to earn. The trade was sent and since then, Rockwell has improved immensely, earning up to a total of 160 TPE while john your door has retired - a winning trade for Vegas for sure. Another trade worth mentioning would be with @JB123, San Diego GM. Cooper Skambraks was seemingly going inactive and we knew we needed to do something about it. JB showed interest in him and of course Mubble came to the rescue. We traded for Budnik McDangle @Budnik and a 2nd round pick for the price of Skambraks. Since the trade, McDangle has gained 55 TPE reaching a total of 132 while Skambraks has only earned 34. Another big win for the Las Vegas trading team.


 
Moving on to the improvements of waiver signing players and drafted players. The most notable would be, of course, Girts Galvins. Girts was fired up since the moment he was drafted and has earned enough TPE to have him capped out for the VHLM at 200. Girts’ player’s build is impressive and the stats show too, earning him a spot on our forwards first line. Other very honourable mentions would be Matt Rooster @hcrooster96, Doug Matchett @jacobaa19, Orr @Zyrok, and Pucky McSticks @PuckyMcStick. All four players have earned more than 100 TPE total and have been a huge improvement to Las Vegas’ success. Doug Matchett has been a menace in earning, he is now Vegas’ top TPE defenseman and his point totals have increased since his signing. He alone has helped the defence struggle that we saw at the beginning of the season.
 
Trade deadline player signings are always a fun time. Before the deadline, I was scrolling through S73 players who would be retiring and recreating for the next season. Pete Mitchell @Crstats23 and AirRig GoodBrandSun @Rhynex Entertainment were my go to targets. Both had earned a great amount of TPE for their previous players and both were Las Vegas alumni. So I knew I could sucker them into signing and they did! GoodBrandSun earned over 150 TPE and Mitchell hit the 100 TPE by the start of playoffs. Both players were amazing additions to the depth chart and have a great presence in the locker room as well.
 
Presence in the Locker Room
 
Speaking of presence in the locker room, I have to mention @Shindigs. Shindigs joined the league this season as a first generation player. Unfortunately we were unable to sign his player as he went with Miami instead. The reason we invited him to our locker room though was because of his interest in Mubble’s player. Shin created hilarious graphics of The Board Game Clue On Skates and invented a ‘#TeamClue’ meta in the making of it. Myself and Mubble obviously noticed this and felt like we needed him in our locker room. Shin joined up and has been an amazing part of our LR, chatting in it daily and becoming really close with us. He is an amazing member and has also just joined our top secret council. Thanks for being a big part of the locker room this season Shin, I hope you enjoyed your time with us and will continue to spam in it daily.
 
The End of the Regular Season
 
Being a nice GM, I had sent out a discord announcement to my players asking them how they would want to finish off the season. At the time there were around 15 games left to play, we sat in the third seed in the league, and were only a couple points back from Houston who were our conference leaders in the standings. So I asked my players, do we run the same lines and try to move above them in standings? Or, do we let the 3rd and 4th line players get some playing time and switch up the lines? These members are so competitive. The vote was 8-4 in favour of passing the Houston Bulls and taking the Western Conference title. We ended up rolling the same lines, moving Girts Galvins up in playing time as well, and completely slaughtered the ending of the regular season. The team ended with a 51 win season, a team record that has not been seen for Las Vegas since S74. This was a good feeling, we passed Houston in the standings and felt unbeatable going into the playoffs. We had 3 forwards in the league’s top 10 points, Patric Twist sat in the top 5 in points by defenseman, and Thomas Price was arguably the best goaltender in the league. Alex TheGreat also ran the league this season leading all skaters in points and assists. This brought us hope for playoffs and was an amazing turn around from a tough S80 that Las Vegas had just gone through.


 
Multi Bans and a New GM
 
Going into the playoffs, multiple account bans were a hot topic going around the VHL. Some members were caught controlling 5+ accounts at once. This affected Vegas as well as Mollieraf Kendcruz, Las Vegas’ top 2 defensman at the time, was actually a multi account and had his player banned from the system. Another player in Vegas of the name Bob Buckley was hit with the multi claims. I had access to this player’s account. I made a posting on this topic a couple of weeks ago and if you want to hear my reasoning behind the situation, go check it out. So in order to be fair to the league, a punishment was needed, and I was fired from my GMing job in Vegas. Confusion for a new GM rose but a solution was found quickly. Weeks prior to this situation, our beloved AGM, Mubble, posted a podcast explaining that he was actually not Mubble, but was a new account made by @Tagger. This was not a multi account but a new experiment account that he wanted to create. With the realization that Mubble was actually a veteran member to the forums, he was placed as the new GM of Las Vegas and kept me as his AGM. So in the end, we switched management roles, but at the same time, we had both basically been GMs of Las Vegas all season so this was not a horrible thing. After all was said and done, Mubble and I went back to leading our team and focusing on the upcoming S81 VHLM playoffs.
 
Playoffs
 
This is it. This is what two months of hard work and dedication came to. This is all the marbles on the table to see who really has it to be a champion and who will go home wishing they did more. Las Vegas was in a great spot in the second seed. We had our roster and lines set and would meet up with the Saskatoon Wild in the first round. This series was not a very competitive one as we swept the Wild 4-0 to take the series. The top 5 in league points in the playoffs after this series were all home to Vegas players with Alex TheGreat leading in points and assists, and Girts Galvins leading in goals. We looked good heading into the next round but had one problem. The Houston Bulls were of concern as if they won their series we would see them next round. The Bulls had our number all season, taking the regular season series in their favour. Mubble and I were hoping for the 6th seed Philadelphia Reapers to take them down and thankfully in six games they did. This was a relief as we had far better results in the regular season against the Reapers than the Bulls.
 
The second round took off and we faced off against Philadelphia. We knew this would not be a given series like the Saskatoon series, so we were ready for a battle. The first two games went in our favour and had the team pumped up and confident for another sweep. But STHS does not just give it to you that easily. Philadelphia had home ice advantage for game 3 and 4 and used it, taking both games and tying the series 2-2. Tensions rose in the locker room as we all thought this series was over after the first 2 games. The players really stepped up in game 5 and 6 though, winning both games and sending Vegas to a Founder’s Cup final. This was an amazing feeling. Even though I was not the GM for the team anymore, I felt as if I had a major part in building this team and creating the success we accomplished. In my first GMing season I had brought a deserted, run down team, and built them up to be a Cup contender. Quickly I had to get over the excitement as I knew there was a bigger fish to fry. The Ottawa Lynx, who just came off a Founder’s Cup win in S80, were our opponents in the finals. They had an insanely deep and talented roster that had not changed much since their cup winning roster. The team and I knew what we were up against and that it would be a challenge, but we made it this far so why stop now?
 
The Founder’s Cup Finals
 
I honestly never expected to lead this squad to the finals. I need to give my thanks and a massive shoutout to Mubble for all of his help. I was not even considering hiring an AGM when I got the GM role, how crazy would that have been. It is wild to think that we started with only 4 players at the beginning of the season and now we face off against the top team in the league for The Founder’s Cup. There was a lot on the line here though, I had players wanting the Cup badly. Thomas Price, our star studded goaltender, just came off a finals loss with Yukon last season to Ottawa and wanted revenge before moving up to the VHLE. Alex TheGreat had the best season of any VHLM player and deserved to bring home some hardware for it. Patric Twist, a S79 Las Vegas veteran, had been with the team since he was drafted. He had experienced the bad times and was finally able to compete for the Cup. Pete Mitchell and AirRig GoodBrandSun, recreates of the Las Vegas alumni, signed with us in order to help the team win. There were many members and players banking on this cup run and knew that this might be the only chance they would be able to see a finals again. Las Vegas was also knocked out of the S80 playoffs by Ottawa and were looking to bounce back from that sweep. We had the team, we had the depth, now it was time to face the dragon.
 
The regular season came in our favour as we took care of business with Ottawa in our series. But, the first two games went in the exact opposite direction we wanted them to. Ottawa won the first two games and had our players frustrated. Multiple penalties were taken in both games resulting in many Ottawa powerplay goals in order to win. The team was not clicking like we had been all season and a morale change was needed. Going into game 3 and 4, the Aces’ discord locker room adopted a new channel and emoji to praise our new found god and pray to him for STHS luck. Our prayers brought us success as the Aces ran through the Lynx in game 3 and 4 to tie the series at two a piece. The ‘TheGreat-Galvins-Donne’ line continued their domination as they have all season, combining for 16 points on 8 out of the 11 goals scored in those games. After game 4, that line was 1st, 2nd, and 4th in league leaders for points. Galvins and Donne lead the league in goals and TheGreat lead the league in assists by 10. This series now became interesting going back to Ottawa for game 5. The Lynx switched their lines a bit for game 5 and really demonstrated why they are such a powerhouse. After a scoreless first period, Ottawa managed to score 4 goals against us in the second period. The game resulted in a 6-1 loss for Las Vegas and the pressure was on. Game 6 would go back to Vegas for home ice advantage, but being down 3-2 in the series, all eyes were on us to see if we would either crumble or send it back to Ottawa for an exciting game 7 matchup. Unfortunately Ottawa finished their business in game 6 with a 5-2 win and a back-to-back Founder’s Cup in their possession. GG’s to Ottawa, they were the best team in the league since the start of the season and officially proved it in last night’s sim. Although Las Vegas lost, expectations for our team around the league were never to perform this well, let alone reach the finals. The players on this team are dogs and they showed up big time this season. Our first line forwards all finished in the top 5 for playoff points in the league, with Galvins and Donne leading in goals and TheGreat leading in assists. Patric Twist finished 2nd for playoff points by a defenseman in the league. Thomas Price finished 3rd in GAA and SV% for playoff goaltenders in the league. I loved watching their player’s successes all season long as they were all so dominant. 


 
Conclusion

I know there was a lot of controversy around the league about my GM firing and TPE Ban this season. A lot of people were upset, confused, and not too happy with me. I understand what I did and I never meant to hurt this team or anyone for that matter. I know in my explanation about my ban that I was talking about leaving the league and all, but that was just me being a baby and emotional at the time. This season was the most fun I have had in the VHL and I am so happy that the VHLM Commissioners allowed me to stay with Las Vegas. Vegas created a good home for myself. This team really made me realize that I can not leave because I love it so much. I love the atmosphere, the locker room, the people, and just everything that comes with being an A(GM) for the Las Vegas Aces. I am very proud of the Aces players who earned so much TPE this season, improved their players, made our locker room/club a fun place to be, and fought hard to get to the Founder’s Cup Finals. I am also very proud of Mubble for sticking it out with me and stepping up to take charge when we needed him. I am super excited for the future seasons to come with him and absolutely pumped that Las Vegas is back on the map of the VHLM. So in the end, “trade the players, trust the process”. I am grateful to be involved with such a great organization and league.

Bitch.
 
jk, I can tell you first hand that an indefinite break can be a much needed thing! I'm glad you're not forcing yourself to remain active, do your thing and do what makes you happy.  

Absolutely nothing wrong with taking a break and coming back after a reset.
 
At the end of the day this is a fantasy sim league with made up hockey players, nothing actually important.

So hey, been a while eh? This is probably the least secretive secret I've ever had the pleasure of keeping, but I'm officially announcing that I am taking an indefinite break from the VHL. In the last two seasons or so, it was kind of obvious that I hadn't been paying the most attention in the VHL. Heck, I didn't even do a waiver offer in the entirety of last season. Literally going against what the VHLM is supposed to do. Keep in mind that this is in no fashion a type of flex or something. It shouldn't be something to be proud of honestly. I'll be the first to admit that in these past two seasons, I've completely mismanaged Las Vegas, leading it to be a shell of what it once was by the end of my tenure. All of this is just me emphasizing how hands off I've been in terms of this sim league.
 
So why have I been like this? Did I just lose motivation? Is it because of the amount of changes as of late? To be frank, motivation has just been one factor as to why I've been absent. The main reason is simply because I'm too busy in life. I'm in my senior year of high school with no real idea of where to go with my future. Sure motivation has been a factor for a while. I've just felt like I've enjoyed spending with my friends irl than being in the VHL, leading into my decline. But the fact that I've had a large focus on my future is the main reason why I've been gone, and will be gone from the VHL moving on. I know some people are content with a minimal presence in the VHL, and most people have work, along with a good chunk having school. Yet they're able to leave time for this sim league and contribute greatly. For me, it's not really the same situation. Life is simply too busy, and my motivation has taken a toll because of it. I really don't expect anyone to pity or sympathize with me. This is just a little bit of a vent at some of my regrets as of late. I regret not being a better GM and not being able to uphold my job of retaining new players. Honestly my tenure has been nothing but a meme. Call me a bitch if you want to, but I've always been hard on myself when it comes to the VHL. I always have high standards in what I do, what I can contribute, and the inputs I try to put in. Especially when I was still relatively new. So when things get busy and I don't hold up to the same standards I set myself to, I decide that it was time to set back.
 
Now I won't disappear from the VHL completely. Yeah I'm taking an indefinite break, but in reality, I'll be lurking a lot more. Kinda like how I am now. II'll check in every now and then, maybe like a few posts, bring out the popcorn on any drama. And by break, I don't mean any specific time. I might be back literally days after this post. Maybe it'll take me months. One way or another, I wanna come back when I feel comfortable in being able to max earn and go back to how I used to be. I still love the VHL, and this community has been one of the best I've had the pleasure of being in. I just hope that when I come back, I can fully commit to this place like before. So until then, I bid all of you a farewell.

sometimes taking a step back and taking some YOU time is important. the league will still be here ❤️ take as much time as you need take care of yourself and kick ass in school 

I'll miss seeing you around the league. However, I know how important taking a break and stepping away when life gets busy. Come back when you're ready whenever that's a month, a year, or maybe it's never. That's okay. You gotta do what's best for you at the end of the day. Real life always comes first no matter what.

So hey, been a while eh? This is probably the least secretive secret I've ever had the pleasure of keeping, but I'm officially announcing that I am taking an indefinite break from the VHL. In the last two seasons or so, it was kind of obvious that I hadn't been paying the most attention in the VHL. Heck, I didn't even do a waiver offer in the entirety of last season. Literally going against what the VHLM is supposed to do. Keep in mind that this is in no fashion a type of flex or something. It shouldn't be something to be proud of honestly. I'll be the first to admit that in these past two seasons, I've completely mismanaged Las Vegas, leading it to be a shell of what it once was by the end of my tenure. All of this is just me emphasizing how hands off I've been in terms of this sim league.
 
So why have I been like this? Did I just lose motivation? Is it because of the amount of changes as of late? To be frank, motivation has just been one factor as to why I've been absent. The main reason is simply because I'm too busy in life. I'm in my senior year of high school with no real idea of where to go with my future. Sure motivation has been a factor for a while. I've just felt like I've enjoyed spending with my friends irl than being in the VHL, leading into my decline. But the fact that I've had a large focus on my future is the main reason why I've been gone, and will be gone from the VHL moving on. I know some people are content with a minimal presence in the VHL, and most people have work, along with a good chunk having school. Yet they're able to leave time for this sim league and contribute greatly. For me, it's not really the same situation. Life is simply too busy, and my motivation has taken a toll because of it. I really don't expect anyone to pity or sympathize with me. This is just a little bit of a vent at some of my regrets as of late. I regret not being a better GM and not being able to uphold my job of retaining new players. Honestly my tenure has been nothing but a meme. Call me a bitch if you want to, but I've always been hard on myself when it comes to the VHL. I always have high standards in what I do, what I can contribute, and the inputs I try to put in. Especially when I was still relatively new. So when things get busy and I don't hold up to the same standards I set myself to, I decide that it was time to set back.
 
Now I won't disappear from the VHL completely. Yeah I'm taking an indefinite break, but in reality, I'll be lurking a lot more. Kinda like how I am now. II'll check in every now and then, maybe like a few posts, bring out the popcorn on any drama. And by break, I don't mean any specific time. I might be back literally days after this post. Maybe it'll take me months. One way or another, I wanna come back when I feel comfortable in being able to max earn and go back to how I used to be. I still love the VHL, and this community has been one of the best I've had the pleasure of being in. I just hope that when I come back, I can fully commit to this place like before. So until then, I bid all of you a farewell.