Bye Bye Aaron and thanks for your tremendous work!

[Starocotes]

Just wanted to thank Aaron Shanks thank you for all the great work you did for Paizo and Pathfinder. May your new endeavor be as rich and as rewarding as this one.

[Kobold Catgirl]

Oh, dang, we're losing Aaron? Yeah, take care! I've always really appreciated his presence in this company and on these forums--he did a fantastic job under very trying circumstances, and leaves some big shoes to fill. Wishing him the best in his future endeavors!

[keftiu]

Oh, wow! Farewell, Aaron - always polite and patient with me.

[The Raven Black]

Another great person leaving.

Best in all your future adventures, Aaron. You did mighty good.

[TOZ]

So long, and thanks for all the posts!

[Anguish]

Ouch.

Departures are always sad here and this one is too.

Best wishes, Aaron.

[Terevalis Unctio of House Mysti]

Thank you for all of your work Aaron.

Where was this announced?

[Starocotes]

Terevalis Unctio of House Mysti wrote:

Thank you for all of your work Aaron.

Where was this announced?

Such things a seldom announced and the reasons for them even more so. I would ask everyone not to speculate anything and keep this positive and just focused on thanks.

[HolyFlamingo!]

Aaron seems like a lovely guy with a great deal of passion for whatever projects he's part of. I hope everything turns out okay for him.

[Cori Marie]

Aaron very clearly stated what happened on his socials. He left of his own accord to pursue other opportunities.

[Terevalis Unctio of House Mysti]

Starocotes wrote:

Terevalis Unctio of House Mysti wrote:

Thank you for all of your work Aaron.

Where was this announced?

Such things a seldom announced and the reasons for them even more so. I would ask everyone not to speculate anything and keep this positive and just focused on thanks.

I was not aware that asking where something was annoinced, especially after an expression of gratitude was negative, but noted.

[Kobold Catgirl]

I'm not sure where the talk about speculation even started, since nobody here did any speculating. Anyways, let's get back on topic.

[Dancing Wind]

Aaron's first post was March 21, 2019, so he has been here for nearly five years.

He helped Paizo through turmoil after the unexpected loss of a long-time staff member, helped another transition to a union shop, and helped Paizo survive a global pandemic.

That's an amazing amount of nimbleness and commitment.

Thank you so much for everything you did that we couldn't see from this side of the screens, Aaron.

[Jonathan Morgantini]

Aaron was a fantastic boss to work for and we all wish him well for sure. Glad to see he made impressions with you all as well.

[Evanfardreamer]

Aye! Farewell, safe travels, and thank you :)

[DeathQuaker]

May Aaron's next steps on his journey bring him much success and joy!

[Paul Watson]

Good luck with the bard training, Aaron. Adventures ahead!

[Brinebeast]

Aaron has been an absolute delight, best of luck on your future endeavors Aaron!!!

[Aaron Shanks]

Thank you all for your kind words. It’s been a privilege to serve this community. Keep shining a spotlight on the great things Paizo is doing.

Adventures Ahead!

[Toscha]

I don't post much here, but I lurk a bit and just wanted to chime in and say that you and all you did was much appreciated Aaron. Gonna miss having you here, but wishing you the best in your future adventures. :)

[Anorak]

Yes, thanks, Aaron! You were a calming presence during a lot of chaos. You will be missed!