So it finally happened. I might have gone insane in the last month, pushing hard for it... which kind of baffles me, because ... well that's a long story.

I joined Steamgifts to be a leech. That's most people so far as I know, and then something happens to us. We meet the people here, we hang out on the forums, and somehow over time, quite a few of us are affected by it. It may happen suddenly; it may happen slowly over time. A few really generous people show up and just give way more and that's just what they do. I didn't start that way. It's been a very interesting ride and it goes something like this.

Level 1 would get me access to more GAs. It only took one game.
Level 2 would do the same thing... Learned what bundled CV was.
Level 3-4: That was fun... Find some groups

Joined Several groups... the first group that took a chance on me was Touhou Giveaways! - All Hail Skynet Archibot!

Level 5 didn't take much more time. Neither did level 6 and 7 at the end of Nov. Though I was surprised that these achievements happened.

And then it was really and truly weird... Around December I came up on level 8 and decided I wasn't gonna try anymore.

Remember, I also wanted to be a leech

Level 9 showed up up at the end of January. I was committed to not trying to get to level 10.

Remember, I also wanted to be a leech

Then Level 10 this past Thursday or Friday of the third week of Febuary.

Somehow I went from wanting to leech to give away as much as I could and I can tell you my wallet hurts.

I've met a lot of awesome people here, made a lot of friends. Lost a few in the process too. Met some I'd like to get to know better, but schedules are weird things.
I can honestly still say that this is one of the most positive places on the internet I've ever patronized on a regular basis. Sure, we have some trouble-makers and trolls, and personalities that just don't quite get along, but that's just what life is.

Anyways, throughout all this, I've had some ups and downs and it's been very interesting. Don't worry, I'm not leaving... for good but I do need a break.
Just like many of the others who have taken one, I need one myself. I have personal issues I need to address both online and in the Real World.

Plus, I'm obviously a giving addict and I need to cut myself off from that for a bit, cause... I think my wallet is starving.

So, I've unsubscribed from all the GA threads in the various groups, and almost all my GAs have completed. A few need to be marked by lucky winners and one not so lucky winner who is in the hospital and I've spoken to personally. So, I'm leaving it there for when he can finally get out and go home. I will leave you with these last GAs, one of which really hurts as I want it, but this is my typical behavior and it's shared by most of the others here who are so generous. Give away what you want.... And I've given it once before, but to my brother-in-law.... >_<

I'd thank people for their time and make a list but, there are too many... And I'd miss someone... and then I'd feel bad. So to all of you, I thank you for being a part of this community with me. It's been a great experience one that I can't wait to get back to. Oh and I musn't forget the wonderful job Support does... putting up with all my tickets ;)


And now what you're really all here for anyways... THE GIBS!

Leave your blacklist Drama at the door :)

No Level Restriction:
Trap Them Deluxe Bundle
I can admit, I'm an addict, but my goal is to trap you here too....

Level 1
Sickness
Not quite yet.... You've only just begun

Level 2 - Gift Copy - Be prepared for Friend Request
Bad Rats: The Rats Revenge
Because honestly, everyone who is on SG needs a copy of Bad Rats

Level 3
Teddy Floppy Ear - The Race
At this point, it's still all fun and games

Level 4 - Gift Copy - Be prepared for Friend Request
BUTTS: The VR Experience
Cause they are like opinions, right?

Level 5
The Ball
Now it's really started rolling

Level 6 - Gift Copy - Be Prepared for Friend Request
My Name is Mayo
Cause everyone needs to click a Mayo Jar

Level 7
The Deed
It was around here that the Deed, or what had become the obsession, became apparent

Level 8
The Extinction
The Extinction of real life funds seriously kicks in here

Level 9
Devouring Stars
Devouring Stars? More like our wallets

Level 10
Sentinels of the Multiverse
Now that my wallet is empty, I'll just watch for a bit

Level 10 - Public
Fallout 4
Because Level 10s don't have everything... Heck, I don't even own this yet.... T_T So Painful

There's also a Blueheart GA out there :)

I should be back in a month or a month and a half. Though I am now a member of the 300P club, I'm still entered in some GAs and I'll check back from time to time to see if I won, but if you need me to mark something sooner, on the off chance that I win it, just message me on steam.

8 years ago*

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Should there have been a puzzle?

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No time for puzzles!
How dare you leave without giving us the thing you promised!
Definitely not! So thankful there isn't one...
Yes!
.... you even ask?
Gotta click something, where is my tuber?!

As the time draws nearer and nearer, I went looking to see if there were any last things I wanted to enter on my Wishlist...

Low and behold, I was excited! There was a Fallout 4 GA with only 23 entries..
Then I looked over... WHAT?! Level 10! This is awesome...
Then I looked a little more to the left...

T_T

It was mine. :(

8 years ago*
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Congrats, you leech!

8 years ago
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I wish XD

8 years ago
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We will miss you :'(

8 years ago
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Thanks, gary :D

8 years ago
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8 years ago
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Yeah, I think it's that time finally :D

8 years ago
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bump

8 years ago
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pmub!

8 years ago
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Bumb... I add something else here if I can think of it... Probably can't...

8 years ago
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So you want me to go back to the group then, eh? ;)

8 years ago
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Nah... No pressure, enjoy your achievement!

8 years ago
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bugged lv 7 hotlink [Dreed][link]

8 years ago
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Fixed :D

8 years ago
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hahahaha that's nice story
well congrats on level 10 nontheless :p
enjoy your break !

8 years ago
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Tyty, it's been a fun 7 months :D

8 years ago
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Congrats and farewell!

8 years ago
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Thanks, be back soon though :D

8 years ago
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Good luck keo, you'll always have a safe spot under ArchiBoT's dictatorship in our 2hus!

8 years ago
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All Hail ArchiBot! :D
Thanks, Archi

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8 years ago
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You know, I was kinda thinking the same thing, I can say it's a vacation for my wallet :D

8 years ago
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Bump... here's to breaks!!

8 years ago
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Breaks are good to reset and restart :D

8 years ago
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Thanks for all the gibs keo, really, and have yourself a nice relaxing break friend : )

PS: I'm cracking right up at the thought of having both a leeching and giving addiction at the very same time ^_^

8 years ago
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Well thanks and you're welcome!

Isn't that how it really is though? Trying to balance them is the hard part!

8 years ago
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Bump!

8 years ago
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ty for bump :D
Good luck!

8 years ago
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Bump!

8 years ago
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OMG, you cloned CheMan39!

Good luck on winning things :D

8 years ago
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I hope you'll be able to sort out all of those issues without too much problem and stress. Good luck with that.

8 years ago
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Working on it, I got one of the most important things started that will help deal with the biggest RL problem I have ... so that's a bonus :D

8 years ago
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congratz ont he level 10 and see you back soon enough ;p

8 years ago
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Thanks, Bombaklats!
See you soon enough :D

8 years ago
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Bump. Thank you for your many contributions to the community, both in games and friendship/friendliness. Enjoy your break.

8 years ago
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Thanks, trentjaspar - I appreciate that :D
I will try to :D

8 years ago
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Don't worry keo!!! I'll leech for the both of us!!!
...from you! ;)

8 years ago
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If you can win them, feel free ;)

8 years ago
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Congrats on level 10!
Don't worry, I'm leeching instead of you. >.<
I hope you to resolve issues smoothly in real life & net soon.

8 years ago
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Btw, I don't think I commented on your thread, but I really enjoyed reading it :D
I liked your summary of experiences :D

8 years ago
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ofc there should be a puzzle.... but you will have plenty of time during your break to make an epic puzzle for when you return :D:

8 years ago
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If I finish my RL stuff ahead of schedule and I have free time, but of course :D

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8 years ago
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Thanks, KTS - Much appreciate you commenting - Level 10 is.... Interesting... the minor pressure is gone...
Not that I felt pressured by anyone other than myself :D

8 years ago
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I chose "How dare you leave without giving us the thing you promised!" because it was the only one that was upset about you leaving. '(

:hug!:

8 years ago
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But that's what comments are for!
-hugs-
Don't worry, you can still dance on rainbows with me :D

8 years ago
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Always :D

8 years ago
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What are you going on about?...really, no clue.......addiction??.....I don't even know what that means....... _

Hmm...now, how quickly can I get to level 10 so that I can enter that GA?..........must win......I'm a leech, don't judge me!

8 years ago
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Wait... wouldnt that... um.... cheaper to just buy it, right? ;)

8 years ago
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Gods, it's like you don't even know how to leech, keo.

Step 1: Spend lots of money on giveaways
Step 2: Take a break
Step 3: ???
Step 4: Profit!!

..wait, no, you're doing it right :X

8 years ago
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Bump, see you around Keo

8 years ago
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Thanks, Fragy :D

8 years ago
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Congratulations on Level 10. Enjoy your break.

8 years ago
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Thanks, Oppenh4imer!
I'll be back and if I do it right, I'll have a new puzzle... maybe :D

8 years ago
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But I don't want you to leave cries Q_Q

8 years ago
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-hugs- You can come over here, I have some bird seed for you :D

8 years ago
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