Where I've Been: An Update from Ethyrya

Hey everyone, Ethyrya here.

This is a post that's been a long time coming, and I think it's finally time I explained what's been going on.

First and foremost, I’m still here. I'm still working on Shadows of Elysium: Darkbound and other creative projects.
I'm still making content when I can. I'm still passionate about game development, streaming, and creating worlds for people to explore.

But lately, it's been harder to stay consistently active online.

For years now, I've been putting my heart into building something real, a real community, real engagement, real passion around the things I make. And the reality is... it's been exhausting putting in so much effort and seeing so little come back.

When I first announced Shadows of Elysium: Darkbound, the post reached over 3,300 views. But there were no real responses. No "hey, this looks cool," no feedback, no one reaching out for collaborations. Just views, silent ones.

Similarly, on YouTube, after countless hours of recording, editing, and uploading, the channel sits at around 44 subscribers, and most of my videos barely get a handful of views, if that.

Now, I know what people usually say: "It's not about the numbers; it's about loving the work."

And don't get me wrong, I do love what I create. I wouldn’t be doing this if I didn’t. But I also need to be honest with myself about how much time, energy, and heart I'm pouring into this... and how draining it is when the effort feels invisible.

It's not about chasing fame. It's about wanting to connect, wanting to share something meaningful with people who actually care.

At this point, I have to prioritize projects and relationships that give something back, that feed creativity instead of burning it out.

That doesn't mean I'm quitting. It doesn't mean I'm abandoning the projects I'm passionate about. It just means I'm moving at my own pace now, focusing my energy where it makes the most sense, for my own mental health and creativity.

I’m still developing Shadows of Elysium: Darkbound. I’m still creating. I’m still around. But I can’t guarantee daily or even weekly updates, I want to make sure that whatever I share is worth sharing, not just noise to fill a feed.

If you’re still here, still supporting quietly or loudly, thank you. Seriously. It means more than you probably know.

I’ll keep building. I’ll keep dreaming. And I’ll keep putting my heart into the worlds I create.

Thanks for understanding. 💜
Love, Ethyrya~