regarding Jared and AE3

[germanjj]

I just wanted to adress this too, because being there that weekend, I'm actually not sure what's floating around in the internet right now.

As far as I understand, it all sounds like it happened like this (also according to the statement Rogue released): Jared cancelled AE3 and A8 to be with his son, he mentioned that during the convention and only

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[aelia1980]

Thanks for this post. I´ve actually heard a couple of versions of the story from "Jared never signed" to "Jared withdrew two months ago" to "Jared is a total ass for withdrawing two weeks before the con" and it´s good to read something from someone who actually talked to people who were at the M&G in question and actually saw Jared´s surprise and reaction.

Also, it´s good to hear a bit more of the "Jared asked fans to spread the news" because I´ve only heard it once so far and the way it had the touch of "Jared lets his fans do the dirty work". The way you describe it, for me it makes sense because I actually think, no matter what Jared will say officially (and yeah, I admit, an official statement would be nice), that there still could be a lot of harm done.

I´m still going to AE3 (because well, I paid ticket, hotel and apart from this, am looking forward to meeting up a few friends) but I´m quite sure it will be my last Rogue event.

And btw, just for the record, I never blamed Jared. He might not be perfect but he always gives me the impression that he cares about his fans and that he enjoys these events, even if he is separated from his family.

[germanjj]

yep, I'm still looking forward to AE3. :) Of course I'm sad that Jared's not coming but so many other awesome guests are plus so many fandom friends. And even after all this mess, I still think it's going to be great con with a lot of good times :)

And I think from Jared's POV, he did the right thing by telling people to spread the word. And now after reading Doug's statement, from Rogue's POV I understand why they were so pissed that they heard about it in a rumor.

And yeah, I think that's what it comes down to. Jared is such a great person and so loyal to his fans, I just hate that some people see him differently now.