No Chapter Update -- 2/25/2023
I think I've done this less than ten times so far, for big chapters, and for bad ones. And that is invoking my right to delay updating the story because the chapter is not ready.
The simple truth is that it isn't good enough. I have 'today', which is the day in which I post to edit. But I cannot see a way in 8 hours where I'd be able to fix all the issues in the part that is written--and finish writing what I have planned.
As it is, I would release a mediocre chapter at best and so I will delay the release, finish it, and publish it Tuesday. Hopefully.
I apologize. But I have both been off-flow and overambitious and while that happens in the course of writing, it resulted in a mess. Sometimes, perhaps, I'd just publish it but I do not want to.
I wrote 38,000 words in the last two days and yet it wasn't good. It was quantity over quality and so the update off should allow me to finish the entire chapter (it wasn't even 'finished'), and correct the many issues therein.
So, delayed chapter. Hopefully this isn't a trend or signs of a larger problem. But I don't like it. It feels like cracks in the amber. Writing isn't something you get to rest your laurels upon, if you have any. It's constantly proving you can do it and trying to surpass what's been done, including yourself. Unfortunately, this was a bad chapter. Let's see what Tuesday turns it into.
--pirateaba
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Help request for the web page slueths. Occasionally I see the artwork, side comments, or other things in this story that seem self-referential to Pirate's career before TWI. For example, lots of folks cheered "The Duck" in the comments of GGGGGG but I have no idea who "The Duck" is after three rotations through this story. Does anyone know if there are existing stories or webtoons created by Pirate that I could still find? Is Pirate's previous history totally scrubbed? I'd appreciate any guides while we wait.
Jelaqua,jela"QUA" QUACK xD
All appendages up on quality over quantity.
I'm seriously shocked this doesn't happen more often. I'm not a full time author, but it once took me four years to write the "next chapter" ... I'm still at 6+ years for the one after that :)
Do what you need to do!
I'm happy to see you taking the time you need. Rest, edit, do what you've gotta do. We'll always be here when you're ready.
Any chance you will release the YouTube video after the chapter releases on Tuesday? I’d like to compare the differences.
You are awesome and we are happy to wait!
tonight I dreamt that it rained and there was no chapter... it's raining
Take your time! We're all here for the long haul.
I agree with James Ging, take all the time you need to get out the work you are proud off!
If pirateaba reads through all these comments, I hope they see the many people that are 100% cool with the chapter being delayed and ignore the very small minority that are complaining. We can all wait, especially if the chapter is going to be as large as implied. And hey, if it all gets the axe and it's only (lol) 18,000 words or something, we know it'll be a damn good chapter because of it.
Don´t worry about it. Take your time
There is nothing better than reading one of your good chapters. When zooming out the writing remains. The timelines are forgotten.
3 chapter for a month :( not really happy with that i most say
Dont worry! Cheers!
Thanks for prioritising quality and for informing us. :)
Take all the time you need to get out work you're proud of.
It's all good, if you needmore time take, we prepharing quallity over quantity anyway. If you feel this huge chapter need more work, go with it
We can wait, thanks for the update and thank you for always putting out high quality work <3
I like that you strive to do more but still hold yourself to account while having a quality threshold. It's probably why your books are effervescent emotional rollercoasters of epic proportions.
We can wait, Take a week/month/year if you need
If there’s anything that mediocre or downright awful video game launches have taught me over the past few years, it’s that we can afford to wait a little longer for something to be up to the quality it deserves. Take your time, we’ll be here when it’s done.
I've followed your story for years and I can count on a single hand the number of times you've delayed a chapter release. Don't worry about it and we'll see you Tuesday.
I enjoy your story, and I don't mind waiting
That’s life pirate! Hope you are well and look forward to the chapter whenever you think it is ready. Art doesn’t always happen on a schedule!
No worries! I love your story and would prefer chapters you're happy with over chapters you felt obligated to post.
I believe in you! take all the time you need.
Given the quality and quantity of your writing, the occasional delayed chapter is not even remotely a problem. Do what you have to do to feel good with your work.
Well darn, I was looking forward to the next chapter. But I will whole heartedly agree you need to be happy with it Pirateaba. I hope that you have it end up the way you are envisioning it to go.
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All the best Aba! Happy to wait.
No worries!!
Wildly approve.
dont worry about it. you already write far more than any other author out there. slowing down a little for quality is probably a good thing. you'd still be outpacing almost everyone.
We love your work, but it's yours. Do what you gotta do to be satisfied with your craft.
Don’t overthink it. Just do your best.
Thank you for the update Pirate, I can't wait to see what you put out on Tuesday!
your the author. I'd rather you rest and get well than release something your not happy with. rest well and see you when we see you.
Good shit! Some positive message that says I approve of this kind of behavior and your writing simultaneously...
The first delayed chapter I remember in the years I have been here, so yes, less than 10 seems right. :-) No worries! But the post is highly appreciated though. With how diligent in sticking to your schedule you are, no post would make us all worry!
Good. Magic always takes time. Do what is right for you and for the story. We'll wait happily.
Hmm “it wasn’t even finished” i smell a fresh loaf of brioche and a full baguette and a sourdough will all be appearing for us hungry ducks next week. Good work writing!
We ain’t here fer quantity. Take your time until you are happy with it. We will enjoy it far more if you do.
When you consider that a “chapter” for you is almost half a novel or more for most writers, a bit of a delay to ensure quality is more than acceptable. Gives me time to catch up on my backlog anyway! 😁
good luck!
I already thought new chapter would be sometime in March so all good
Take as long as you need. We'll be happy whenever it gets here.
Good stories take time. Best of luck bring it up to your standards.
All good. This period between new years and pre spring makes focus and achieving flow difficult. Look after yourself.
Take a fat nap and watch some mindless television. Take Tuesday off if needed. Pirate you are super cool so don’t stress the small stuff.
Fair enough. Only 10k short of a small novel. The length of chapters you put out is crazy. THANK YOU!
Take your time. We are spoiled anyways
Chapter, break. Chapter,break. Delay. Pretty sparse month. Not arguing with your decision, what I saw of your stream wasn't very engaging. But it is disappointing. Hopefully the month ends with a bang-up of a chapter.
I mean, with the size of their chapters, a chapter every other is still massive. Much better for an author to break when needed than burn out and not write/write something not up to their standards. Lets not put down one of the most prolific authors online for taking a break more than usual
Take the time that you need to be comfortable with your work. We can wait :)
It takes courage and wisdom to know when it's time to take a step back and polish your work before publishing. You have my respect. Thanks for the update. We'll still be here when the chapter's ready for prime time!
What? You haven't written a story since 2010 and- *checks notes* oh I am so sorry that is Patrick Rothfuss. You write a billion words per month please take all the breaks and skipped days you need to keep up quality and your own sanity.
<3
We don’t care how long it takes, write how you want.
I am heartbroken.. but understanding. good luck and ILY
The best bread comes from dough that was allowed enough time to rise 😁 thank you for the update!
No worries!
As long as I get my goose bumps were golden 👍
Take your time!
Every day is a new one. ♥️