Hello fellow writers and readers alike. We have all heard about our dear aspiring Artist, Monty Oum, have passed away. 1981-2015.

It was hard to take it in. Hard to believe the first time it came across my feed. I thought it was a hoax. God I hoped it was. But it all sank down into a realization that it was not. I sat quietly from my bed, not knowing if I should actually cry. Though, I thought and thought, and thought. Thinking about.. everything. That is when I resign myself to tears because this man, who have saved many lives with his work, did great things with a kind heart, have died.

Joining the RWBY community was an experience worth being in. I met new people, did new things. Learned so many. And have set goals I aim to achieve as long as I live. This story, A.F.T.R, being one of them.

I only knew Monty for a year. A year and this talented man gave a huge impact on me to even shed a tear. Someone must be so special for me to do so. I don't even know if I should be surprised. But when my heart sagged and I couldn't stop. Then I guess I shouldn't be surprised at all. I did wish I knew Monty a little while longer. But from his works. From what he did for us. How I explored the Fandom that built itself in to one community that called itself a one huge family. That is at least how much I knew Monty.

So little time, yet he did so many. He was only 33.

I have written in my DA journal about this. But it would be nice to keep one in FanFiction. I cannot find a way to say it again.. It is better that I just copy it from there. At least inside this story I always wanted to do for such a wonderful show he made.

I write this journal solemnly to express my gratitude. It is never enough of course. I continue to serve in this Fandom. I will continue writing, drawing. Animating. Learn. Learn, and learn. For now, all I need. All We need. Is time. I would like to dedicate this whole month for that awesome guy. I am going to put the major stories and fanarts on hold for now. Sure there will be, but not as much. Truthfully I did a lot. But hearing the news... I cannot find the moment deemed appropriate for this. My heart will be too preoccupied to even draw something decent. Stories left unwritten due to a drifted mind.

Let us however. Keep Moving Forward.

Monty. You will always be right here in our hearts. In this community we built, and never forget you. We'll be sure to keep it alive in the midst of your absence.

Thank you for Everything.

Rest In Peace.

The story will go on..

We will keep on going.