stop giving me a heart attack

You've done well soldier. You will be remembered for ages to come.

Always behind you brother. From one earth to the next.

I'm actually surprised you kept working on Build The Earth this long. I knew it was too much to handle from the start, but having a person leading this whole operation for so long is insane. You have done enough, let the others take over from here. You deserve a break, sparsely for starting a project this large.

This always felt like a "passing the torch" sort of project anyway, and five years is stupendous given the colossal nature of it all. Some of us are meant to create, but weren't born to lead, and that's okay. And you will always be the creator, even if you can't be the shepherd.

Remember, this series wouldn't be so popular without you. You are the one who connected all the pieces needed, so never look back with the thought that you wasted those years. You gave us something amazing, and it is completely fine to retire from that, your happiness is the most important, just remember, this is your success and be proud of this. PS. Do something with those light switches, and next time someone will be painting this room, make sure to use the masking tape near that door ;)

Who knew Pippin looked like Nick Cage the whole time

-20 dead from heart attack.

I've always tuned in for your personality, lol. 1) Minecraft can be brutal when you're nose-to-the-grindstone on one thing. Most players enjoy playing for a while, leaving, then coming back. 2) I like to build, but for some reason I just don't like building in creative. Excepting the convenience for small parts of a design, building a block palette, etc. I just enjoy doing it in survival more. I think one reason is, you have to step away from the build to go get more resources, in-game food, repair tools, whatever. I forces variety on your gameplay.

I genuinely hope you continue "mining the entire end island" type videos. Those are surprisingly entertaining

12:09 I'm still here pippen, all these years since 2020 I've been watching your videos and waiting. I believed that all this was not in vain!

I came here for build the earth, but I'm staying for whatever comes next.

13:58 Don't worry about it! Yes, unfortunately you spent a lot of time on what you don't like, but your final realization of what you like is worth these years! Now you know what you want, and you can move on, it can take a lot more time.

pippen if you read this, i have a message for you. this video does a great job of providing an insight into your ideas, your involvement in bte and personal life. i could write a lot about how you made a great decision, how you are a positive influence, but there will be a lot of people who will say this in a more profound way. what i hope you consider is actually tapping into other hobbies you have. you mentioned your passion for music, for example. it seems like your problem with the music industry is that there is not much money to be made in it and possibly other predatory practices of the mainstream landscape (you didnt mention it but i just assumed). i hope you have not quit music entirely. what ive learned from making music myself and exploring other lesser known genres and artists is that there is another layer of musicians who dont do it with intentions of mainstream success, not neccessarily as some sort of a statement. these people make and share music to express their passion and creativity. those communities are incredibly selfless by not "selling out" to popular trends and movements and i think your personality, what with your passion, dedication and willingness to go for absurdly ambitious projects would fit perfectly in there. sure, there are hazards of watching out for content thieves and other stuff, but it is worth it. i hope that you are still continuing your journey in music, even if not attached to PippenFTS, youre incredibly welcome wherever you shall see fit. and you can get some more support from your fans if you choose to go public with it. have a great day man.

Valid - totally valid. It's the whole Earth, after all... But damn, new haircut? I wasn't here in a long time

agh, i recognize a lot of the behaviors you talked about in this, especially like making stupid sacrifices for other people that you dont have to, i really struggle with that. you said it yourself, focus on what makes you happy, im glad youve recognized your situation and are taking steps to get out of it. mental health is important, and you seem really really burnt out. get some rest pippen and thanks for doing as much as you have for the project even not being happy with it, you did still start something really incredible here, even if it's not something you want to continue to be involved in.

Thanks btw. Used to watch you every upload from 2021-22. Idk what happend.

Even if build the earth is still work in progress, be proud of the journey how far you took it, for the journey and memories were worth it

Not me saying to my phone screen “No… this is NOT the end, actually, you’re gonna keep uploading.”

honestly, i watch all your videos for YOU especially just because I like the narration style and everything so this is good that your doing what makes you happy now