By Bixyl Shuftan,
After
the passing of Melanippe of Themiscyra (Melanippe Karas), and Baron
Klaus Wulfenbach (Klauswulfenbach Outlander), whom in real life were the
same person, different areas of Second Life are paying their
respects. On Saturday November 8, the Roma sim and community held a
memorial service
With deep sorrow, Roma announces the passing of Melanippe of Themiscyra (melanippe.karas), consul and one of the most beloved members of our community. ... you are all invited to attend the memorial ceremony
The event was part funeral, and part roleplay, with two of the community playing the part of Roman priests.
"But
who was Melanippe of Themyscira? ... Melanippe left us a life full of
generosity and devotion. A silent illness took her, one that many of us
were unaware of, because that was who she was: discreet in her pain,
generous even in her suffering. She preferred to bear her cross in
silence rather than worry us, as she so often did in life, always
thinking more of others than of herself. ...
"Her
absence hurts, but her memory embraces us. In every kind gesture, every
word of encouragement, every act of selflessness, Melanippe remains
present. And although she is no longer physically among us, her legacy
lives on in each of us who loved her. Her generosity wasn't limited to
the everyday. It extended to her commitment to causes she considered
just, those that sought to alleviate the suffering of others, give hope,
and build community. Relay For Life was one of them. Melanippe didn't
just participate; she was deeply involved. She walked alongside those
who were struggling, those who had passed away, and those who still had a
long way to go. She did so with conviction, with tenderness, with that
blend of humility and strength that defined her.
"For
her, helping wasn't an occasional gesture; it was a way of being in the
world. And those of us who shared those moments with her know that her
presence was a beacon: discreet, yet constant. She never sought
recognition; she only sought to do good. ..."
Besides the funeral ritual, there would be a parade and a feast scheduled.
People
would say various things about her, "She had respect to all and she was
very happy to help the others." "I did not know much about her real
life, but if you needed a suggestion, an opinion, also regarding RL, she
was there for you. I will miss her a lot." " ...As i got to know Mel, I realized, here, was a woman of distinction.
Here was a woman of excellence. Here was a woman, of unusual ability,
and understanding..."
The
event would last about two hours before people, locals and visitors,
bade the others "vale," and went their separate ways. "Thank you
everyone - Mela would have been so proud . It was a lovely service."
"Thank you all for making this a beautiful memorial for Mela!"
* * * * *
At Caledon's Chapel of Hope, a wreath was left in honor of Baron Klaus Wulfenbach.
There were also nameplates set up for both Melanippe and the Baron, as well as two other personas with the same player in real life, Tanarian Davie and "Corgi." There was also a nameplate for Crim Mip who passed away several weeks ago.
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Caledon%20Mayfair/34/21/23
At the Capitol building in Antiquity Texas, the Baron was lying in state. Dropping by at one point, there was a tiny standing guard.
Cynthia Farshore and Shockwave Yareach, who have ties with Caledon, would also come by to pay their respects. As of now, no date has been given as to when the casket will me moved.
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Antiquity%20Tejas/151/173/26
Rest in peace,
Bisyl Shuftan
