I had but a few brief occasions to RP with Ix and then hardly understood what she said but anyway, losing a (possible) friend is hard....
Best wishes for whatever lies ahead and never forget you have friends and fans here, people who love your humor, your passion, your plotting, ... in total: you.
I'm sure we, who remain, will give our best to honor what you have done for this community, following the bright star you've already set onto our nightly heaven.
Again, all the best
Shew