In the shadows of 9/11, in a world seemingly gone mad, a new spirit emerged that inevitably changed our way of life. Friendships and relaxation time became more valued. In that atmosphere, a gaming community was born with an attitude of friendship and fair play; a cyber escape from the realities of a “new” world. 

This creation of Luke “Handgrenade” Salsich and Ken “Moses” Ferus was called HolyLand and over the years has been a home to hundreds of members and thousands of guests. To most who have had the privilege of experiencing this dream, there are countless stories of friendships, good times and a lasting memory of a community that defied the odds that see virtually all entities of this type die within 24-36 months. 

Nothing in life is unchanging and as time has passed, the founders, like everyone else, have had changes in their real lives and families that preclude the notion of putting even a dream such as that ahead of reality. As such, with their retirement, so will the Holyland name be retired in April 2008. The community will continue for all who wish to continue to be a part of it albeit under a new name and address. 

While we will continue the same value oriented community experience we have there, for the time we have remaining, let’s all look to what we have experienced as truly special. There will be time for focus on the next chapter but for now, let’s show our appreciation for that community with our continued participation and thanks to all who have made this one hell of a ride. Young or old, new or long standing, we want to thank you and look forward to continuing with you.

Dave “Jett” Weiss, Victor “MaxRat” Candelario and Steve “Angel” Chestnut