Large wall of text incoming!
*Tap tap* Is this thing on? Yes? Oh, good. Ahem, this is a proclamation from the O5's responsible for this project. We've not forgotten you!
However, things have been slow recently. And I know we promised you within 50 hours of the last update to push out another update, but we are planning a huge update with the new map generator, new door design and some other great features (which shall remain under Level 5 - Thaumiel clearance!). This means that it takes more time. I hope you can all have the patience for that.
We've seen a lot of complaints about micro-updates, and I've spoke to Hubert about it. For less-than-essential updates (any update not featuring critical bug fixes) we will attempt to make them bigger and more spaced out. It can still occur that you suddenly get an update, which means we fixed a critical issue as a result of the updates.
As far as the development of the game, and its pace goes, I'm working with Hubert to slowly integrate a team-based structure, where developers get to work in one of the teams best suited to their skillset. This could be network protection or it could be theoretical research into new SCP's (Yes, we're working on, but those developers are working under an non-disclosure agreement, so no point asking ;) ).
What else is exciting is that I've formally hired Grover_c13, the author of the popular tool Multi-Admin, in the development team, which means that at some point we hope to integrate Multi-Admin into the game, but that's a way's off.
Something else entirely...
I've recently (in the past week) been promoted to Project Manager, which means I am now directly below Hubert, and have gained access to a like-minded permission system. I do not develop nor code for this project, but I help structurally in setting developers up and facilitating to the things they need to do their job properly.
I enjoy the new title immensely as it gives me a whole new perspective (and respect!) for the currently on-going development procedures.
This, however, means I'll be distancing myself more and more from directly engaging with the Community. Whereas previously that was my sole task, it now becomes something I can no longer give my undivided attention.
That is why I'm happy to announce that Eviction Notice is from here on out the Deputy Community Manager, reporting directly to me. He will take over most of my tasks in the Community, such as training the new moderators and maintaining the procedures in place for this Community.
It's painful for me to take a step back from what I did with a lot of passion, for the short time it might have been. That doesn't mean I'm out of reach though! On my profile is a wide array of ways to reach me, but I will not comment on suggestions, requests for status updates, and more of that.
I'll still be doing these announcements from time to time when I have time, though.
In hopes of having informed you enough with this announcement, I take my leave.
Best regards,
The Lion
Project Manager