Just checked back in after almost 4 years to see how the community's doing and this is what I see first :( I used to get so intimidated by him whenever we were in the chat room at same time, seeing that he was an admin. But then he'd always make me feel that I was welcome and that I could talk to him freely. May you rest in peace, Des.
I'm also one of the members who have not been very active here in theO but I still log in from time to time since I cannot fully say goodbye to this site which is my favorite place when I was younger. I have a lot of things to do now but I can truly say that I'm happy this site is still well. It's sad to see this news that a fellow otaku passed away at such a young age. May his soul rest in peace. I know that he loved this site and the people here.
~tafu-chan
The Wickedly Evil (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 12/31/16 | Reply
I haven't been able to visit the site for the past few months and to read this news upon my return, it really breaks my heart. Des was a great friend, mentor to everyone who knew him. I still remember him being in the Chat room lobby and greeting new members. I remember members being scared of interacting with mods and I thought why and went and talked to Des for the first time and had a blast. I can't believe its already been 8 years since then. His presence will be greatly missed and his brb tea liner. May his soul rest in peace. It is still hard to believe he is gone.
Like many, I was one of the members who found this community as an escape in my younger years. Desbreko was one of the members I came to know over time through his screenshots in chat. We didn't interact a lot but I recall him as a calm guy who would sometimes let loose and show this other side, quirky, witty and so full of life. Back then, he seemed sort of a wizard to me with his ability to come up with a screencap relevant to the ongoing conversation. Once we even tried to throw random phrases to test him. He proved to be a wizard.
A few months back, he crossed my mind out of the blue. It has been long since I drifted away from the community here and I didn't know about his ongoing battle with cancer. Today, being a lazy day at work, I opened this site only to find his obituary. Really sad to hear the news.
Even though it's been years and I never kept up with any of you, a chunk of my life where I really needed the camaraderie was fulfilled by the community here. And Des was one of the members who made this community unique. RIP
It sucks to check in after the past couple of months to see the news, I always remember going into the chatroom at 3:00 in the morning and he'd be in there (away of course) but I'd sit in there and type stuff anyways. I feel bad that I haven't visited in some time, because you lose touch with the people that you have alot of interests in, and when you decide to reconnect, its already too late. I've learned that your legacy begins with the people you've touched, and I can only hope that mine could be as widespread as his.
I never had the opportunity to get to know him, but I do remember seeing his name around the site frequently enough. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
Master of Kittehs (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/30/16 | Reply
I just saw Beth's fb post and spoke to you, Adam, about this.. crazy world we live in. I always remember Des ini the chat and me and Michi would always makes jokes with him. I never knew him further than that but it's still so sad to see part of my theO family gone. I hope everyone in his family and here are doing ok with everything...
That is really sad news. I'm in shock, honestly. I never knew Des personally, but his name has been tossed around so much on the main page that practically everyone here has at least heard of him. I wish that I could have interacted with him at least once.
Enough about me, though. May all those who mourn him find comfort in fond memories of him.
Call it karma. Call it luck. Me, I just don't give a... BOUNCE!
I received an email about Des passing and all I can remember right now are his Zelda videos he posted on YouTube. I didn't know much of him, but from what he posted, he was and will forever be a cool guy. Rest in Peace.
While I never interacted with Desbreko, it is sad to hear that an important member in this website's history is no longer with us. That member maybe gone from this realm forever, but not the memory of the deceased member himself.
Last edited by stararnold at 1:51:33 AM EDT on October 28, 2016.
I first met Des in chat when it first started up. We shared a lot in common. He was a good person, friendly and kind-hearted and always knew how to make me smile when I was feeling low because of his great sense of humour. (Even if he didn't realise it.) I followed him on Twitter since TheO got quiet and chat wasn't used as much, but his online presence over the last while dwindled and I was not able to speak to him as before. I am going to miss him greatly.
SarahPatricia
Otaku Legend | Posted 01/29/17 | Reply
Just checked back in after almost 4 years to see how the community's doing and this is what I see first :( I used to get so intimidated by him whenever we were in the chat room at same time, seeing that he was an admin. But then he'd always make me feel that I was welcome and that I could talk to him freely. May you rest in peace, Des.
eijiforever
Grand Otaku | Posted 01/03/17 | Reply
I'm also one of the members who have not been very active here in theO but I still log in from time to time since I cannot fully say goodbye to this site which is my favorite place when I was younger. I have a lot of things to do now but I can truly say that I'm happy this site is still well. It's sad to see this news that a fellow otaku passed away at such a young age. May his soul rest in peace. I know that he loved this site and the people here.
~tafu-chan
Heartstop
The Wickedly Evil (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 12/31/16 | Reply
I haven't been able to visit the site for the past few months and to read this news upon my return, it really breaks my heart. Des was a great friend, mentor to everyone who knew him. I still remember him being in the Chat room lobby and greeting new members. I remember members being scared of interacting with mods and I thought why and went and talked to Des for the first time and had a blast. I can't believe its already been 8 years since then. His presence will be greatly missed and his brb tea liner. May his soul rest in peace. It is still hard to believe he is gone.
SRV
Guru's Chosen | Posted 12/20/16 | Reply
Like many, I was one of the members who found this community as an escape in my younger years. Desbreko was one of the members I came to know over time through his screenshots in chat. We didn't interact a lot but I recall him as a calm guy who would sometimes let loose and show this other side, quirky, witty and so full of life. Back then, he seemed sort of a wizard to me with his ability to come up with a screencap relevant to the ongoing conversation. Once we even tried to throw random phrases to test him. He proved to be a wizard.
A few months back, he crossed my mind out of the blue. It has been long since I drifted away from the community here and I didn't know about his ongoing battle with cancer. Today, being a lazy day at work, I opened this site only to find his obituary. Really sad to hear the news.
Even though it's been years and I never kept up with any of you, a chunk of my life where I really needed the camaraderie was fulfilled by the community here. And Des was one of the members who made this community unique. RIP
Yamchaa
Otaku Eternal | Posted 12/15/16 | Reply
It sucks to check in after the past couple of months to see the news, I always remember going into the chatroom at 3:00 in the morning and he'd be in there (away of course) but I'd sit in there and type stuff anyways. I feel bad that I haven't visited in some time, because you lose touch with the people that you have alot of interests in, and when you decide to reconnect, its already too late. I've learned that your legacy begins with the people you've touched, and I can only hope that mine could be as widespread as his.
Thanks for the memories :)
Wayward Warrior
Otakuite+ | Posted 11/28/16 | Reply
Suddenly I'm experiencing memories I forgot I even harbored.
Farewell, friend. You brought me many smiles.
Ritona
Hunter (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 11/02/16 | Reply
I never had the opportunity to get to know him, but I do remember seeing his name around the site frequently enough. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
"You won't like me when I'm psychoanalyzed."
Kaerlyn
Tea pixie (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 11/02/16 | Reply
Such sad news, I remember him from theO chat. RIP.
RayMan87
Ser Pounce a Lot (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 11/01/16 | Reply
Rest In Peace Screenshot king.
I may not be smart enough to do anything, but I am dumb enough to try anything. ;p
LightFykki
Drachen Herz (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/31/16 | Reply
I didn't personally know him, but I must say it saddens me to hear that.
May he rest in peace...
cowboysean
Otaku Eternal | Posted 10/31/16 | Reply
'Breko will be missed
MewMew
Master of Kittehs (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/30/16 | Reply
I just saw Beth's fb post and spoke to you, Adam, about this.. crazy world we live in. I always remember Des ini the chat and me and Michi would always makes jokes with him. I never knew him further than that but it's still so sad to see part of my theO family gone. I hope everyone in his family and here are doing ok with everything...
Keba Si Rota
Don't Forget 3 Oct (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/29/16 | Reply
That is really sad news. I'm in shock, honestly. I never knew Des personally, but his name has been tossed around so much on the main page that practically everyone here has at least heard of him. I wish that I could have interacted with him at least once.
Enough about me, though. May all those who mourn him find comfort in fond memories of him.
Call it karma. Call it luck. Me, I just don't give a... BOUNCE!
Rainbow Dragon
☠Eastsider✰Pirate☠ (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/29/16 | Reply
RIP Des-senpai. I didn't personally know you but I send my condolences to your familY. hOPE YOU're in a better place now.
Kimmeh
The Beautiful German | Posted 10/28/16 | Reply
Thank you for making this post, Adam.
Condolences to all who were close to Des and his family. I'll remember our interactions on this site fondly.
"This is Schweinsteiger fashion. ZIS IZ FASHUNN."
Roleni-Chan
Lilykins (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/28/16 | Reply
I received an email about Des passing and all I can remember right now are his Zelda videos he posted on YouTube. I didn't know much of him, but from what he posted, he was and will forever be a cool guy. Rest in Peace.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
edisshort
State Alchemist (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/28/16 | Reply
RIP Des. You were a great guy and will be sorely missed. <3
stararnold
Otaku Eternal | Posted 10/28/16 | Reply
While I never interacted with Desbreko, it is sad to hear that an important member in this website's history is no longer with us. That member maybe gone from this realm forever, but not the memory of the deceased member himself.
Last edited by stararnold at 1:51:33 AM EDT on October 28, 2016.
Petie
Otaku Legend | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
He will certainly be missed. I hadn't spoken to him in quite a while but I remember our interactions over the years fondly.
jomz
Otaku Summoner (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
Thanks for this post, Bossman.
Farewell, Des. You have been a great friend. I will miss you.
Kazamas-Keyblade
Otaku Legend | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
I too send my condolences.
nikkeh09
~Nikkeh~ (Grand Otaku) | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
It's very hard to see someone go, but we all appreciate this post. I send my thoughts to his friends and family
Japan
Bagel Gurl | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
Thanks so much. I've cried so much I can't cry anymore...even though I want to.
Six-year-olds and nuclear weapons: a combination that just can't be beat.
Schultzie
Getaway Driver (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
Thanks for posting Adam. Like everyone else, I have nothing but good things to say about Desbreko.
He will be missed by the community, that's for sure.
Starscream
Fembot (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 10/27/16 | Reply
Thank you so much for doing this.
I first met Des in chat when it first started up. We shared a lot in common. He was a good person, friendly and kind-hearted and always knew how to make me smile when I was feeling low because of his great sense of humour. (Even if he didn't realise it.) I followed him on Twitter since TheO got quiet and chat wasn't used as much, but his online presence over the last while dwindled and I was not able to speak to him as before. I am going to miss him greatly.