Username: MidNight (or M1dNight on IRC)

I have been an integral part of the Spanish gaming community Ultima Alianza, where I had the opportunity to develop and manage several game servers. My journey in the community began with Helbreath and later expanded to Lineage 2. Over the years, I collaborated with talented administrators and developers to provide unforgettable gaming experiences to thousands of players in Spain.

Before officially joining Ultima Alianza, I spoke with one of the main administrators, Desfas, who was responsible for donations, hosting, website setup, and forum preparation for the various projects I participated in. Desfas was a highly committed member of the community, always available to help when needed. I discussed my ideas and projects with him, and he offered me to share the Ultima Online hosting to start the Helbreath server and test its acceptance among players.

Thanks to the great reception of the Helbreath server, Desfas decided to offer me a dedicated server for the project. Later, when I told him about my next project, Lineage 2, we had to rent a new dedicated server to handle the growing demand. During the first few months, we reached an average of 1500 active users, an impressive figure for the time. Although the number of players decreased over time, we maintained a stable base of around 800 active users, ensuring the longevity of the project.

Another key administrator in the community is Terrikate, who has been a pillar of support since the beginnings of Ultima Alianza. Although I didn't have as much direct contact with him as with Desfas, whenever I needed his help, he was always there to provide support. Like Desfas, Terrikate is a dedicated and professional person, committed to the well-being of the community and the success of its servers. Today, Terrikate continues to lead the Ultima Alianza community with the same dedication he has shown from the beginning.

In Lineage 2, I started with Chronicles 1 and managed the server until version C4. I worked on translating the game into Spanish, allowing the Spanish-speaking community to fully enjoy the game. I was also responsible for server updates and maintenance, ensuring everything ran smoothly for our players.

The success of the projects in Ultima Alianza wouldn't have been possible without the collective effort of the entire team. I worked alongside incredible people like:

• David Montejo: A talented programmer who solved a critical exploit using assembly language.
• Kasha: Who developed a highly effective anti-bot system to protect our servers.
• DjSanz: Creator of an advanced application with game information, including details on monsters, skills, and items.

When I decided to officially step down as the administrator of the Lineage 2 server, I ensured a smooth transition. Initially, DjSanz took over as administrator. However, due to time constraints, Neon eventually became the main administrator of the server. I made sure to teach him everything necessary to run the server and, although I was no longer officially involved, I continued to offer my help and guidance when needed.

Before the final closure of the Lineage 2 server in Ultima Alianza, the community decided to provide the database to the players, allowing some to create their own servers outside the community. This decision allowed the community to preserve its legacy and continue playing on independent servers, carrying with them the memories and experience accumulated in Ultima Alianza.

My time in Ultima Alianza was an incredibly enriching experience, both personally and professionally. Working alongside dedicated and talented people like Desfas and Terrikate, as well as technical collaborators like David Montejo, Kasha, and DjSanz, allowed me to create a memorable gaming experience for the Spanish community.

My focus was always on providing a fair, accessible, and fun gaming experience for all players. I am proud to have left a lasting impact on the community and to have contributed to the success of Ultima Alianza, both with Helbreath and Lineage 2.