I know this is out of the blue, but after spending nearly two years on Scratch(check old account, @katsxx1 ), I’ve decided that it’s time for me to leave. I’ve been thinking about for a while now. When I first joined Scratch, I was really passionate about Warrior Cats. I spent a lot of time trying to get better at art and animation. It was exciting, fun, and fulfilling to lil ol’ me. The support I got from the community meant the world to me, and I’ll always be grateful for that, even if it was very little. But over time, things started to change. My interest in Warrior Cats slowly faded. I stopped keeping up with the books, and the stories didn't feel the same as before. The books started to feel boring and repetitive. I found myself drawing and animating not because I wanted to, but because I felt like I had to. I felt like people were expecting it from me, and I didn’t want to disappoint anyone. It started to feel more like a chore than something I enjoyed, and that’s not what art is supposed to be to me. Even when I had new ideas or wanted to explore different styles or subjects, I felt like I couldn’t, because Warrior Cats was what people knew me for. It slowly drained my motivation, and I found myself opening Scratch less and less. I feel like I’ve outgrown this part of my life. I want to try new things, explore new interests, and make art that reflects who I am now—not who I was when I first joined. This isn’t meant to sound bitter or ungrateful. On the contrary, I’m really thankful for everything I’ve experienced on Scratch. The friendships, the feedback, the late nights working on MAP parts or fan projects—it’s all been a huge part of my journey, and it helped me grow into the artist I am today. But I believe that moving on is the right choice for me. Yes, this does mean that the scratch smp and aaf will be canceled. I had so many ideas for ashes and fire, but I feel like I was forcing myself to draw it. I thought about finishing it and leaving the platform when it was done, but I didn’t like that idea, because I would still feel forced. So I decided to leave altogether. I will be leaving all my maps, collabs, etc etc. No exceptions, this is the last project I share. I feel bad, but I really don’t want to ruin my mental health more. So, while I might stop by from time to time to check on this account, I won’t be active on Scratch anymore. I prefer to leave this account as a relic from my past. Thank you to everyone who supported me, collaborated with me, or just took the time to watch and enjoy my work. Your kindness and encouragement meant more than you know. This community will always hold a special place in my heart, but I’m ready to move forward. Thanks for everything, and good night. - Cris
