Ellena wrote:
I talked to the gods and was told explicitly that they weren't planning on compensating for my departure on Saturday in any way.
To clarify, you can get a body double. Lisa did this in the second spring game, and Josh did it in the IAP game two years ago. What this means is that you can get an NP to physically represent you for things that require a physical presence. This has mostly meant bodies for the mafia to kill, but it could also theoretically extend to item swaps, petition signings, or making kills. You are still responsible for communicating with other players and taking forum actions.
There aren't quite established rules for this, but it definitely seems unfair to essentially remove you from game. So, if you are still alive by the time you leave, you may pick an NP (preferably one who has not already participated in game in any way), and have them be your. They CAN make kills, but they should not make any big game decisions. Any kills they make should be directed and planned by you, e.g. you tell them "Go to location X from time Y to time Z, and say bang to player W if you see them."
Hopefully game won't last too long after you leave and it won't be a big deal.