Was a pleasure to have known him and had him in my FC. He was a great guy. Little update, his character model is now a retainer in our yard, so he can always be with us and explore new lands in Dawntrail. If you want to see him in the game, he is at our FC house on primal leviathan. Thank you guys for saying the ceremony was beautiful im the one walking in the video it was a pleasure to have the privilege to say goodbye to him this way. - Gamer'dad Naru

I have no idea about who passed away, or this fc at all, but seeing this tribute made for him is beautiful. This is the type of stuff that separates ffxiv and its community from other mmos imo. This game has soul. So much of it.

"Farewell, Warrior of Light. And thank you-for showing me the way." Ysayle Dangoulain I'm so sorry for your loss. I don't know why KZfaq recommended this video, but I'm glad it did. As a fellow FFXIV player, I recognized his name from other videos I've watched. May he ever walk in the Light.

This video popped up in my recommended and now I'm crying over a person I didn't know existed 20 minutes ago. This community is amazing and this video is a prime display of that; I'm so glad that everyone got to have some closure and that you all came together to do something special for your nephew. Sending you, your family, and all Wayne's friends lots of love and light through this dark time. This is probably weird coming from a random stranger on the internet, lol. But to quote a good villain - we will all remember that he once lived. ♥

KZfaq's algorithm did a good thing this time. The memory of Tea Thyme will be immortalized in this video, and held by all of us fellow Warriors of Light who were brought here to help remember him. My deepest condolences for the loss of your nephew, and my deepest condolences for Ishgard Fight Club for the loss of their dear friend. We will remember that he lived.

I stopped by your FC house to pay respects, but I thought it might be too much, too soon to send a whisper. I've been on FF since day one, and I remember running into Tea a few times, and once very recently. I just want to say, that it is always a very strange feeling when someone you love, know, or grew up with is no longer around. No one needs me to say that it hurts beyond words. I sincerely pray for all of his loved ones, to be filled with warmth, strength, and peace. May we all be kind to each other, as he was for us, because we have no way of knowing tomorrow.

When I lost my mom before Endwalker came out, this line felt so fitting: "I pray we meet again. If not in this life, then perhaps another. Whensoever it should be, I trust it will be a most joyous reunion." The algorithm brought me here. I'm sorry for your loss, to all that knew him. They sound like they were wonderful and very loved.

It is absolutely incredible how far video game technology has come. I grew up in the 80s & 90s when Atari and NES were the only way to play games at home. And now, there are entire social communities which exist completely within a virtual game world. It just blows my mind. I’m sorry for your loss. You guys put together a beautiful ceremony for your friend.

When I die, I hope I'm remembered like this. I hope the act of kindness I've tried to spread to others will be remembered. This was beautifull to watch

My brother and I have played this game since 1.0… I could not imagine trying to put this together if something happened to him. Heartbreaking… condolences.

hi my name in ffxiv is chiyuri and i am a member of IFC. i cried while at this remembrance and im crying now while watching it again. honestly though i am crying harder now because my screenshot i took in the middle of crying was used as the thumbnail. thank you for allowing me to contribute something on that day. i love this fc and everyone in it.

I'm sorry for your loss. As a FF14 player, I can see that Wayne was the kind of person that caused a good and positive impact in the community around him, the kind of person that is going to be dearly missed by those who knew him. I hope his family, friends and close ones both in real life and in the game carry on with his legacy.

Great job y'all! My daughter was very close friends with Wayne and sent me this to watch. That you took the time to do this meant a lot to me personally. Thank you.

One of my friends passed earlier this year. We played on different data centers so we never had the opportunity to play together, but I'm so so saddened that he can never know the end of Endwalker, nor can he experience Dawntrail anymore... I still send messages in his DMs on discord and "keep him up to date" on everything. He was a gentle soul who touched many others with his kindness. I'm sorry for your loss, may he fly high and may you one day only keep the good memories you had with him

"To all of my children in whom Life flows abundant. To all of my children to whom Death hath passed his judgement. The soul yearns for honor, and the flesh the hereafter. Look to those who walked before to lead those who walk after" Rest easy Warrior of Light, you will not be forgotten.

I have no idea why this video was recommended to me but it brought me to tears. This is beyond amazing this level of dedication and respect. I’m very sorry that this is about someone’s passing. It is clear that the person was very much loved by the community around him. This was a very beautiful tribute to a friend from you all. May all of your hearts rest easy as you grieve for his loss and for his family

May he ever walk in the light of the crystal. Farewell, warrior of light

I don't know anybody in this video. Hell, I don't even play Final Fantasy. This popped onto my feed, and I don't know why. But I'm glad it did. My condolences to your nephew and those affected by his loss. Hearing the emotions in his voice broke me up inside. Thank you for posting this and showing to KZfaq the care and love that goes in your guild.

"Be it that of man or dragon all life is precious, and the loss of loved ones shall ever darken the hearts of those left behind. Yet death is not the end of what was wrought. The memories forged, the affections shared, the hope inherited...such things grant us the strength to walk unto the morrow." Condolences and much love to you all. May he ever walk in the light ❤

Losing not only an FC mate, but a good friend and family member, would break me. We form bonds in this game that some people who don’t experience it wouldn’t understand. These people have an impact on us, and they live in our memories for longer than we will have known them. Many condolences from Starlight Bakery free company on Behemoth. Your nephew was truly loved by you all. Smile and laugh in his memory, and be sure to celebrate his joy and his love, his accomplishments and his light. “Oh, Do not look at me so. A smile better suits a hero.”

Insane that I got recommended this randomly. I only learned what happened the day of this remembrance via novice network. I am still fairly new to the game but it is clear even to me that Tea Thyme was loved and well respected. I am honored to be given the opportunity to participate in the memorial of this player, this friend. My condolences to his family and may his legacy as a Warrior of Light inspire all. - Sorrel Adenade

This just goes to show you just how good and kind hearted a lot of gamers truly are. There are people who truly care about each other and that's worth more than gold.

I am so so sorry for your loss. I have no idea how this was recommended to me (it's probably because I play 14 too) but this---this hit me. It's so obvious how much your nephew was loved by this community, this group and how good an impact he had on them. People say a lot how online doesn't matter, because it's not real life(but we all know it is, it's just different). I hope one day that perspective changes. Because I can see how much it mattered to them. How his outlook and actions made their group better, stronger, and changing lives and brightening days, doesn't just have to be offline. This must have been hard to see and watch, I am in tears, but I hope it brought some comfort too. Oddly enough, this makes me feel a little lighter today. People remember the good things we do, the little times we lift them up. Sincerest wishes for family and friends alike. Know that he will ever walk in the light of the crystal and will be dearly missed.

I’m new to FFXIV, it’s bitter sweet to see people are communing together over the loss of a friend. I hope y’all take the time to heal, much love ❤

Sincerest condolences from Ragnarok. FFXIV is such an important game for reasons like this. The bonds people share, even if they’re eventually lost or forgotten, still matter greatly *because* they happened. Some people might look at this and find it silly, or nonsensical, but I have no doubt a gesture like this is exactly what your nephew would’ve wanted. And it’s a precious memory people will keep for a long, long time. Thank you for sharing this.

My condolences. Like many i was brought here through a random recommendation by KZfaq. Your Nephew sounds like such a genuinely pure hearted dude, wouldve loved to have played some roulettes or raids with him. Definitely made folks lives the better for having met him, evidenced by those beautiful eulogies and this memorial service.

This truly touched my heart my daughter passed in Jan this year. My son and I have changed our fc in her honor and are planning a memorial for her on her birthday in August. It's shows that the bonds built in a video game really are the bonds of love and care. My condolences to your family may you find peace comfort and the strength the endure the grief.

i personally am not a FF XIV fan but seeing people hold events like this is touching,. no matter what game, it is beautiful to see that people will hold vidules like this for their loved ones that have moved on. it looks like your nephew was in an amazing FC. may he rest in peace.

Sorry for your loss, I didn't know him myself but as a person who also plays this game, I'll just say it's sad to see a fellow Warrior of Light go. This community continues to surprise me with their dedication to others. I've been playing this game since 2010 but didn't become a regular until 2016 while I was between jobs at the time.

Sorry for your loss, but the impact that your nephew had can’t be understated due to the sheer amount of people who showed up to this function. Your nephew touched a lot of people and it shows. Hope you’re doing well ❤

I know youtube recommended this because I play so much XIV, but I'm so glad it did. May your nephew's memory be a blessing. 💜 Rest easy, Warrior of Light.

My condolences, from a sprout Miqo somewhere in Sargatanas. KZfaq recommended this video to me even if it's been years since I made my first steps into Eorzea. While I may not have known Tea Thyme, this moving tribute from your nephew's guildmates has given me a glimpse into the beautiful life this Warrior of Light has kindly shared with those that knew and loved him thanks to their experiences together through this video game. Thank you for sharing this moment with us. I pray that his light continues beyond the end beyond the dawn trail ever onward. May you always walk in the light of the crystal's blessings.

this solemn and touching message has motivated me to be a more active and positive FC member, and made me realize that this is why i play ffxiv, condolences from diabolos

The youtube algorithm brought me here - but it's always incredible to see the level of devotion we have for the people in our lives, even when it's online. I'm sorry for your loss and I can tell Tea meant a lot to everyone who took the time to be there. May their memories live on through them.

I just got the Video recommended and I am sorry for the loss. Such a beautiful way to remember him and what joy he had probably brought to them. My deepest condolences goes out to the family!

Lemme tell you, Tea Thyme was the homiest homie this community has seen, god bless his soul and may our fallen warrior of light rest in peace and continue his journey up there

I’ve only seen your nephew in passing (their name is easy to recognize due to the cute pun) I’m so sorry for you, your family, and the FC’s loss. Seeing him passing so suddenly is a shock, my deepest sympathies and condolences. ❤

This popped up in my feed. I'm sorry for your loss. Wherever your nephew is now, I bet he is smiling, knowing you and his guild did this for him. Such gathering/memorial in a game is a rare occurrence. Condolences from an FF14-loving stranger.

The algorithm suggested this to me. I never played this game before, but I'm sure his presence has touched a lot of peoples hearts. My deepest condolences for your loss, and may his family find solace and warmth in this time of grief.

KZfaq sent me this; this is just beautiful. as a fellow WoL and FF14 Player I send you my deepest condolences and wish this fellow Warrior a safe journey on their way to their own next Tomorrow. May they rise on winds again to greet their new Dawn buffered by the love you sent after them. And May you all “Forever walk in the Light.”

I’m sorry for your loss. This was on my recommended, so I got curious and I’m honestly glad I chose to watch this.

This was recommended to me out of the blue, sorry to hear about the passing, and what a lovely way to be remembered. I wouldve gladly joined in had i been on and saw

Despite just seeing this video on my feed and being a first time viewer, you have my condolences, and I'm so sorry to hear about your nephew's passing... I hope that they're able to rest peacefully. The XIV community is an absolute gem, and to see an entire FC do this for one of their fallen members is incredibly nice of them to do

This is recommended to me. I don’t know anyone in this video but as a warrior of lights since 2013. I am very sorry for your loss and my condolences to you and yours. May you ever walked in the light of the crystal. And may Mother Hydaelyn be with you in the sea of Aether.

I saw the messages in the novice network that they were doing a memorial walk for a fallen warrior of light and came to witness it. It was very touching to see how many people your nephew interacted with. May he rest in peace and live on in his FC.

As with many, I don't know why KZfaq decided I needed to see this, but I am glad it did, I don't know any of these people, but the video still brought me to tears for a multitude of reasons. My condolences to the friends and family of this clearly remarkable individual. And to Tea: Fare thee well on thine next adventure, Warrior of Light.

My sincerest condolences. I have no idea as to how this ended up in my recommendations, however it is obvious that your nephew was a wonderful person to have touched the hearts of many people.

This is truly beautiful. I'm sorry for your loss. What a fantastic way to celebrate a life. I love you all, Warriors of Light.

Like so many others, youtube's algorithm brought me here. I am so sorry for your loss. When I saw the camera pan out to show the sea of people walking for him, I immediately lost my composure. This was a truly thoughtful gesture, and goes to show just how many lives a person can touch -- on or offline. And it's clear that Tea/Wayne was an incredibly special, incredibly loved person. To paraphrase the game he loved so much.. may he find peace in the love we bear for him in our hearts. All the love to you and yours from a WoL on Hyperion.

I’m so sorry for your loss. This is so beautiful to see. I’m so glad you and yours were able to do this for your loved one. This just hit me hard-as I just recently lost my sister and father within 6 months of eachother. Though they knew I played this game, they loved it. I made my sister into a retainer so she is always with me and is there when I tell her about my adventures. 💜💙🌺

This is so incredibly sad. I'm so sorry for your loss :c Clearly your nephew was very loved and touched the lives of people all over the continent.

Wow. I know a lot of people play FFXIV to get away from the real world for a bit, so it's sobering to see people gather in-game to commemorate the recently departed. My condolences to you and your family. If it's any consolation, I had my best friend of 10 years pass away six months ago; its difficult, but it gets better over time - albeit, slowly. Just remember him and the impact he left on you when he was here, and smile.

My condolences from Lamia. I'm so sorry for your loss. Always know that our fellow Warriors of Light are with us forever.

KZfaq's algorithm randomly recommended this. This was beautiful! So sorry for your loss!

FFXIV has and always will have one of the best communities around in gaming. I too was recommended this video, and I am so deeply sorry for the loss that so many has clearly suffered from. 💙

This popped up for me this morning. Sorry for your loss. The FF14 community is the best . This is why I play this game . For for things like this. People really care . What a great FC to do this for him .

How long you've wandered, burned bright as a star. Rest in peace, brave little spark. My condolences to you all for your loss. I never knew Tea Thyme, but to see how much love was around him...such a beautiful thing. His journey was every bit worthwhile and you all prove that. Light everlasting, Rae'a Rielth, Excalibur

Greetings from Zodiark and my sincerest condolences. May you always walk in the Light of the Crystal, Tea Thyme. Your duty may be done but your memories shall never leave the lives you touched.

I've always been a solitary gamer. The less real people in my games, the better. But over the last 3 years, FF14 has single-handedly made me a lot more open to socializing and making friends in-game. And videos like this one hit me like a ton of bricks because although I've never met any of these people, I felt a connection to them throughout the whole video, and it brought me to tears multiple times. An entire guild of players assembled to mourn the loss of their friend has got to be one of the most powerful, human things I've seen in a long time. My sincere condolences for this fallen warrior. When they mentioned Dawntrail and how he wouldn't be there for it, it broke my heart. I'll be sure to pour one out for him when the expansion launches in two months. I feel it's our duty as Warriors of Light to carry on for him. RIP

I've just started playing this MMO, and clearly, THIS is why I have fallen in love with the game. The community is so nice! Incredible. My condolences to this family. May you walk in the light, always.😓

This popped up on my recommended and I don’t know Tea Thyme or a lot about FF, but what I can say is that this brought me to tears. This was such a beautiful tribute and from someone who plays in a guild in Wow, all I can say is that the people you meet and play with are like family, I couldn’t even begin to imagine what it would be like to lose a fellow teammate, and friend from our guild. My condolences for your loss and it sounds like Tea Thyme was an absolutely amazing person ❤

i came across this video and it’s really beautiful how people can come together during times of loss, the people you meet online are some of the greatest people you’ll meet and sorry for your loss

My deepest condolences. 💐 I’m also someone who got this randomly recommended, and sadly I’m not good with words since it’s my second language. But still, I wish you and your fc the best and may your nephew rest in peace

I got this recommended to me randomly. I’m sorry for your loss man this was honestly one of the best videos I’ve seen for any game. I love final fantasy games but I hardly touched this one but this game’s community is awesome to do something like this. And again I’m sorry for your loss.

Like many I was brought here by the KZfaq algorithm, and I just wanted to say I am so sorry for the loss of your nephew. I only play FFIV for a short time, but I could feel the sorrow you all carried. I cried watching this. Praying that Jesus fills you, your family, and your guild with peace.

I don't know how or why this got recommended to me, but I'm sorry for your loss and find this to be a really sweet thing his FC did for him.

The algorithm brought me here. I’m sorry for your loss. I never knew Tea Thyme but occasionally saw the character name as I ran around doing my daily quests and such or just exploring the map and other servers. Always thought the name was very fun. I hope the mourning period is kind to you all ❤

This is beautiful to watch. Well done... sorry for your loss and may Wayne's memory live on through the people he made an impact on and may his family hold onto the memories as well!

I’m sorry for your loss. I don’t know who the player was but thank you for doing this. I can’t stop sobbing, it’s beautiful. He has great friends, good people! 💛

I may not have known him but It was a pleasure learning about who he was! May the fellow Warrior of Light rest in peace! 🫡🥹

saw this on my feed and got curious, didn't expect to bawl my eyes out. he seemed like an amazing guy to have known. my sincere condolences

I have witnessed this once before for a player that died and its a very moving tribute. Thanks for doing this for him.

The algorithm saw fit to bring me here. I am so very sorry for your loss. I've been playing MMOs for quite a while - 6 years of WoW and about 5 years total of FFXIV. I know how hard it is to lose someone you know online and not know what to do with that grief. I am glad you all are doing things to process this loss and I pray as people heal, the memories of Tea become a comfort. Much love from Primal-Hyperion.

As someone that loves this game with all my heart, i give you my deepest condolences. I wish i knew about this prior so i could attend. i wish you and all others currently grieving the best in life and may your nephew be held in honored memory -Rin Onishi of the "Bahamut's blades" guild Primal-Famfrit

I am a player of Final Fantasy XIV on the Marlboro server. I only came across this through the algorithm from me looking up dungeon walkthroughs. This has to be one of the most beautiful things I have seen in this community, and it is one of the reasons I really love playing the game. I am so sorry for your loss. I have seen the name before, and I am sure that he was a great person. I know that he is there with his friends and family in-game, running dungeons and having a great time with everyone. May his spirit always be remembered in-game. May he always walk in the light until next time, our Warrior of Light, Tea Thyme. ❤

Hi, I'm Brazilian, how sad, my condolences, what , he's now in the sky watching us fight to save the star

I was just recommended this. I am so sorry for your loss. It really seems like he was seriously loved by all of you and he was truly an amazing person.

sorry for your loss, seeing people come together like this in a game i love so much is really amazing.

This literally made me cry. He sounded like the best bud you could ever have. Sending condolences from Excalibur and may He forever walk in the Crystal of Light.

This is so beauitful, legit started tearing up upon even just seeing the video pop up in my feed. I'm sorry for your loss, but I hope you can take comfort in knowing that so many people cared about your nephew.

What a beautiful way to be remembered - to combine the lives that this person touched with something that must have gave them so much joy. Only someone truly special could impact people in such a way- may he rest in peace.

While I don't know any of you, or the person who sadly passed, I just wanted to say this was beautiful and I'm sure they appreciated it. Just another reason I love this community. Keep being kind and keep showing heart, you're all fantastic. RIP x

What a wonderful way to say goodbye. Never seen anything like this in a video game. Don't know Wayne or the game, but this feels hard and really emotional. My condolences to the family and everyone who knew him. Rest in peace.

i'm so sorry for your loss. i hope he knows he is loved still, and that so many people will remember him.

I'm sorry for your loss. He sounds like he was a true inspiration to the FC and someone that a lot of people in that community looked up to. I'm glad he was a positive influence and that he will be a positive memory for years to come for touching the hearts of many players young and old. I hope he is smiling down on you and yours and free of any pain or regrets. I got recommended this video by the algorythm and I am glad. My condolences to you, yours and that community.

Condolences from just a random player on Lich. A beautiful thing they did for your nephew. Please take care of yourself and I'm sorry for the lose. And to his friends in game take care of yourselves as well.

Like many others, KZfaq dropped this into my recs this morning. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing this with us. Your nephew sounds like he was a great guy and what a wonderful way for his community to honor him. This will be something special to have to look back on and remember the person he was.

This is such a beautiful tribute. I didn't know your nephew, and I'm not part of this FC, but seeing everyone gathering together to remember him is touching. May his memory live on and bless you, and all who knew him. My sympathies and condolences.

this is wonderful, YT suggested me this video and i am so sorry for your loss. very thankful that we have methods ingame where we can immortalize our lost ones.

❤️ This was beautiful and heartbreaking. He truly had a wonderful FC and made a huge impact on everyone's life. I'm so sorry for your loss.

This randomly popped up on my feed so I just wanted to say, I am very sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. May your nephew ever walk in the light of the crystal.

May your soul be free along the Life Stream, dear WoL. May the 12 still have watch over your soul. You were well loved and cared for and, even though I never had the chance to meet you, you have my heart. Rest well, sweetling~ ♥ Drizelda Argentus of Behemoth

I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing this way of remembrance. This is truly what makes FFXIV so special to me, the people who play it have the biggest hearts ever and it brings together such a beautiful community. I’m sure that he would have been so touched by this and so happy to be a retainer.

I stopped by the FC to leave my condolences in the guestbook but it was full so I left my message with an FC member. Again my condolences to you, your family, FC mates and friends. ~Zan Gief of Balmung.

Your nephew was well-loved. I don’t know him or why this video was recommended to me but he was surrounded by good people. My condolences.

Sorry for your loss, same as many, youtube recommendation. Beautiful tribute for your nephew who passed, as French FF14 player for 6 year i know how good the community is in this game and it seems that all of you are very kind and passionate. He must had good friends and the moment you spend together must be reminded. Sincerest condolences.

Sometimes you just wish you could really snap your fingers and have someone you loved come back from the Lifestream, safe and sound, ready to fight alongside you forever and ever. It's so heart-warming to see what the ffxiv community is capable of doing... I've never played on his data center, nor did I meet Tea Thyme in game, but I'm still glad for all those who did, for the love they gave him and the love they received from him. My deepest condolences and a big hug to you all! 💛 Stay strong, my friends, and may you all ever walk in the light of the Crystal. -Queen Thula Lead of the "Savage AF" FC - Omega (Chaos)

What a beautiful tribute. I am so sorry for your loss... May he rest in peace. The FFXIV community can be wonderful, and his legacy will live on through you. I saw where someone said they had made his model a retainer, and that is truly lovely. "A smile better suits a hero." Nimue Aranthelle, Diabolos.

My condolences to you, your family, and to all the people here whose lives your nephew impacted so positively. This was a beautiful tribute to him. I wish him and you all peace. Stand tall, my friends. Forge ahead. May you ever walk in the light of the Crystal.

I'm sorry for your loss. our FC felt similar back in February. It's always hard when we lose a member of the community. I hope everyone is holding each other up. Best of wishes to you and yours in this time.