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Remembering Ryan Davis, 1979 - 2013
- Thread starter neojubei
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The family hasn't released anything publicly and it is up to them to reveal that if they choose to.
User Name Here
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I see.
Natural causes. Better that we all leave it at that.
Or "excessive awesomeness too great for nature to contain."
I definitely hear that. I'm not going to pretend I know the guy, but seeing some of the pictures of him over the years puts a direct, human perspective on the whole thing. You'd have to be a complete sociopath to see that stuff and not care at all.
Jeff has not publicly spoken about Ryan yet, you cant expect them to record a bombcast this soon.
It will be extremely tough to listen to when they do, Im not sure I can even listen to it yet. I know its a cliche to say thats not what Ryan would have wanted...but oh man...
ncsuDuncan
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MrCunningham
Member
Wonderful sentiment.
This still nerves my mind thinking about it. The man was only two years older than me... though I am sure many people born around the late 70's to early 80's feel the same way.
I kinda wish I actually watched more Giant Bomb streams. I always caught the odd quick look and round table discussion video stream, and Giant Bomb has never really failed to amuse me. I always liked their less serious and more laid back approach to the industry.
Hey everybody, it's T-- too soon.
I'm honestly surprised that I'm as affected by his passing as I am.
After listening to the Podcast for a long time, I actually felt like I got to know him.
You could just tell that he was always being genuine-- A rare trait. He talked a lot about his other interests, personal life, and his passion for gaming... I really felt like I got to know him personally, as ridiculous as it sounds. It's why this is still bothering me today, and may for a while. He and Jeff clearly had a great relationship, and hearing them together you just know that they've been through a lot of shit, but they were a team. It's just someone that's impossible to replace...So goddamn sad.
He was a staple in my life for years, and it's gonna be weird without him.
Yeah, it really is. I literally just said to myself, "I can't believe it," even though I found out yesterday. I keep thinking this is some dream I'm going to wake up from... ugh.
Don't do it. This is extremely tacky.
You talk as if its the end of Giant Bomb. Its not. If anything, this will make them stronger as a team. They will take time to get over their loss, but if you are familiar with the lads, you know they will bounce back and continue to be the best in the industry.
He will always be remembered as one of the founders of Giant Bomb, but we will enter into a new era. Im still in a state of shock, as im sure everyone is....but think positively. From tragedy positive things emerge.
It still hurts reading this post title.
I found the Giant Bombcast when I moved to Oregon for work in 2008. I didn't know anyone down there, but listening to the Bombcast was like a few hours every week where I was reminded of just talking about video games and shooting the shit with my friends. The Bombcast and Quick Looks and all the crazy shit they do on that site have been a part of my life for five years. I had just met Ryan in passing a few times, but I feel a deep sense of loss.
It's still hard to believe I won't ever be able to see or hear him again.
My deepest condolences to his wife, family, and close friends.
I found the Giant Bombcast when I moved to Oregon for work in 2008. I didn't know anyone down there, but listening to the Bombcast was like a few hours every week where I was reminded of just talking about video games and shooting the shit with my friends. The Bombcast and Quick Looks and all the crazy shit they do on that site have been a part of my life for five years. I had just met Ryan in passing a few times, but I feel a deep sense of loss.
It's still hard to believe I won't ever be able to see or hear him again.
My deepest condolences to his wife, family, and close friends.
Pound_lb003
Member
Yeah it's the thread title that gets me. Over and over for the past 24 hours.
It's like a read the word Ryan Davis, and I get excited and happy. Only to be consistently reminded the worst.
Just how the fuck does that happen?
It's like a read the word Ryan Davis, and I get excited and happy. Only to be consistently reminded the worst.
Just how the fuck does that happen?
I'm a positive guy -- and I wrote my feelings on Ryan's passing earlier in the thread -- but let's be honest: their site will change quite a lot. The whimsical and care-free attitude they all had just doesn't jive with one of the founders passing away before the age of 35, especially when he was the linchpin for pretty much all of their programming.
I'm sad that this will be the case, but by necessity, the vibe and feeling of what they do will be very, very different for a long time. But they will carry on. I would expect nothing less from such an awesome group of people.
Big love to all of those affected, once again.
Kacho
Gold Member
I was wondering if there would be a sign when I was watching last night. That's awesome.
Baron_Calamity
Member
After my Dad past away, I read several books on grieving. Wanting to talk about a person's last moments and cause of death is a part of the grieving process. Its often the second question people ask upon hearing about someone's death. (The first? Verifying that it isn't a joke or a mistake) Its a way to combat our lost sense of security about our mortality. It feeds our need for safety and sharing and talking about a person's life, including their last days, builds belonging with those who are still here. Eventually everyone will start doing this. We just don't reach this stage at the same time. At least according to the books I read.
CoachKevin
Member
It's been weird watching Ryan in all the GB videos I have watches the last 24 hours. Was laugh/crying during a lot of it. Thinking he will never get to host the shows again. He had so much fun doing it.
John Rabbit
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i think you underestimate how dedicated to the craft of showmanship and performance the bombers are. jeff--underneath all his love of DUMB (no, like DUMB) shit--is a pretty amazing performer. there's no doubt ryan's death will have an effect on the site in ways both large and small. but i don't feel that it'll take that long for people to feel like things are "normal" again.
and that's not to disrespect the memory of ryan; that dude's legacy is 5eva.
Outstanding.
People die, life goes on.
I know it sounds tough but the site won't be dedicated to mourn Ryan Davis forever. You talk as if no one would be able to laugh on a live show again without feeling guilty or something. It just needs time. Jeff's already randomly talking about Animal Crossing on his twitter account. They're entertainers and they'll do what they know how to do. Giantbomb's cofounder is the guy who pretty much started videogame journalism as we know it. They'll deal.
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Yeah come the console launches we'll all be gathered around the LCD on Fridays giggling our pants off. Probably sooner.
GeorgioCostanzaX
Member
Could someone Ryanify my avatar as well? I think he'd find a grown married dude with a Chunli avatar amusing...
ThePointyEnd
Banned
The graffiti and RAW signs are just awesome!
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
The graffiti and sign on RAW are both awesome. More of this.
Appreciate what you're saying, but I just cannot see Jeff, Brad, Vinny and co just moping around and losing what made them so likeable. They will all want to honour Ryan by continuing on and doing what they do, I imagine the lads knew about Ryan pretty much immediately after it happened and they were asked to not make it public in respect to his family.
Yesterday would have been extremely tough for them as it reopened a fresh wound. They will move on and be the crew we all know and love, im positive of that. Various tweets from the guys have reassured me they will move on
The_Hitcher89
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Where did the name taswell come from?
Ace Harding
Member
Absolutely. Look at what the Harmonix guys did yesterday. Given they weren't as close to Ryan as the GB Crew, but they were definitely close. They were able to laugh, share stories, show funny pictures, and mourn without moping. I'm sure the GB guys will figure out how to move on while still remembering Ryan. I obviously can't speak for them and I didn't know Ryan, but I'd be willing to bet they want to (eventually) do awesome stuff to honor him appropriately, and "appropriate" for Ryan Davis probably doesn't mean super somber and certainly doesn't mean just shutting down.
And I get what you're saying as well. There may well be a day a while from now where we tune into some programming and it doesn't feel weird. I'm simply saying that when a site is based on four strong personalities -- and if we're being honest, it started with just the two -- you've knocked out one leg of the chair, and that takes time to recover.
Believe me: I want the site to continue on and bring us all lots of joy. But for them to ignore the fact that one of their best buddies went down this way and not change up how they approach things a bit -- even their lives -- is naive, I feel.
The_Hitcher89
Member
that's the thing tho. I believe it'll certainly affect how they approach their lives. The shows/site? not so much, Ryan wouldnt have wanted that and they know it
Syphon Filter
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what time is the bombcast usually up in eastern time?
LumpOfCole
Member
I don't think this is a usual week.
On usual weeks, it can be as early as 3pm or as late as 11pm.
It varies significantly every Tuesday, but it's always before 3:00 AM EDT / 12:00 AM PDt.
On people debating on if the bombcast will continue or not - you realize this is still their job, right? Laid back or not, they still have an obligation to carry on, especially for those who pay money monthly for the services provided.
I hope they're coping with this well enough.
I hope they're coping with this well enough.
graywolf323
Member
I think the site will change some without Ryan as well and not just because of mourning
the Bombcast isn't going to be the same without him hosting it and the Quick Look vids without him as well
mambadragon
Banned
Feel like sharing a favorite memory... my favorite is the quicklook of Hotline Miami where Ryan stops Patrick with, "Hold on (x3)........... this beat is awesome!"
http://www.giantbomb.com/videos/quick-look-hotline-miami/2300-6723/
About 2 minutes in. It always gives me a smile.
http://www.giantbomb.com/videos/quick-look-hotline-miami/2300-6723/
About 2 minutes in. It always gives me a smile.
Virtua Ben
Member
A day after and I still feel like poo.
Le sigh. At least I was able to care enough to visit other GAF threads today.
Le sigh. At least I was able to care enough to visit other GAF threads today.