R.I.P. Commander Svengali

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R.I.P. Commander Svengali

Post by Cody »

It would seem that Olli Krienke (aka Svengali) has passed away. Very sad news! His work on BGS, CCL, and Library, greatly enriched Oolite.

Having no malt whiskey in the house, I'll raise a glass of sour apple schnapps - cheers, Olli!
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This is truly very sad news. I had the chance to get to know Svengali a bit through correspondece during the time he was developing his OXPs for Oolite. He was a restless spirit and a wonderful human being. He will be missed. R.I.P. Olli.
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Would it be an idea to save these somewhere?

And found this: YouTube Buoy Repair
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Very sorry to hear this. Olli was a man full of ideas and enthusiasm. R.I.P.
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This is very sad news, Svengali's OXP work was on another level. My deepest condolences to Olli's family and friends.
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Raise a glass, shed a tear, and bow respectfully towards his homeland with a heavy heart. He and his work will be sorely missed.
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Svengali (by the known name around) was one that definitely defined the "on this side of Riedquat" friendliness of this forum. The great contribution to the good looks of nowadays Oolite, and a helpful presence in the talks for it, will always be missed by the remaining grunts!
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Very sorry to hear this...

Buoy Repair has been a showcase oxp for quite some time now and has aged extremely well; if at all.
Of course oxps aren't really that important but bringing a smile to others is.

Mission accomplished commander.
R.I.P.
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This is really sad news! Svengali's contribution was incredible and his presence here was always helpful.

Farewell, commander. You will be sorely missed.
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Grim news :( This is just so sad. R.I.P indeed.
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R.I.P. Commander. Sad news.
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While I still didn't get any conformation, I do agree, if it's our Olli, RIP, you will be missed;
Scars remind us where we've been. They don't have to dictate where we're going.
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