Twinkling Ny
By Nyllone
I have always wanted to be an Island Guide even before it was possible
for me to apply. I was still very much a "bronze" when I thought of
it. I have always wanted to play it forward and help new members in
their way around the world. Thanks to the first nicest people I've
met that inspired me to help. There were times when I would play IG
and help new members in the spawn areas like Fisher and Paiz. Asking
new members like "Hey, do you know that you can change your clothes
and hair for free and wear it for four hours?" And of course, they
loved it. Some were even so grateful that they'd tell me, "Thank you
so much, Nyllone! You're the nicest person I've ever met!" Erm, I
was the first person they usually meet then. :). Then again, they
usually forget all about me the next day. But it doesn't really
matter.
When I turned "silver", the desire to be an IG intensified, but I
wasn't skilling up very much in any activity. I had no leadership
skills which were needed to apply for IG. It wasn't really a race for
me to skill up, I was just enjoying my stay in the world being with my
closest buds. Besides I felt I have so much to learn, and so much to
discover, that being an IG could take a back seat. I even told IG
Phonk once: I can never be a good IG. I don't have the answers to
all my questions. But he replied: At least you know all the
questions! :P
I started skilling up in my leadership skills (with the help of close
buddies and more nice people) and worked hard for it. And when I hit
what was required (Expert Event Host and Avid Newbie Helper), I
applied immediately. And then aimed for "gold". Finally, when I got
my bacio, I relaxed a bit, and waited for the IG classes. Going
through the process of being an IG requires a lot of hard work,
determination and sacrifice. (Imagine attending my second class at
12:00-1:30AM -my time. But I still think it was better than attending
the 4:00-5:30AM class. 'doh) But it was all worth it, I am now an
official Island Guide.
"I pretended to be somebody I wanted
to be until finally I
became that person. Or (s)he became me."
- Cary Grant
Sure, I got a star and a shirt. They are perks of being an IG. But I
aimed for this not because of that - I just want to be there
"officially", to help, and not play pretend anymore. :) If you need
help, feel free to ask me and I will try the best way I can. 'tu
