Petopia creator, Sandra ”Mania” Powers, has passed away
The creator of Petopia and Warcraft Mounts, Sandra ”Mania” Powers, has passed away after battling cancer. Read on for more details.
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Key takeaways:
- Sandra “Mania” Powers passed away after battling cancer, leaving behind a significant impact on the WoW community as the creator of Petopia and Warcraft Mounts.
- She was also a key developer for Project Gorgon, Asheron’s Call, and EverQuest II, known for her contributions to helping players with pets and mounts in WoW.
- Sandra’s NPC, Beastmaster Mania, can be found in Trueshot Lodge [45.8, 70.6], allowing players to honor her memory in-game.
Sandra ”Mania” Powers was well known in the WoW community as the head of Petopia, the creator of Warcraft Mounts, and one of the main developers of Project Gorgon. She was a beloved figure, always dedicated to World of Warcraft and its players. Her passing is a great loss, but her impact will live on in the game and in the hearts of those who knew her.
Remembering Sandra ”Mania” Powers
Her husband, Eric Heimburg, was the first to share this heartbreaking news on Discord. Later, Wain, one of Petopia’s Head Trainers, posted about her passing, bringing the news to more people in the community. Sandra had been fighting cancer for years but sadly passed away on January 25. The post included a tribute image in her memory:
Many in the WoW community were deeply affected by this news. Sandra will always be remembered for her dedication, her work in helping players with pets and mounts, and her contributions as a developer for Asheron’s Call, EverQuest II, and the indie MMO Project Gorgon.
How players can honor Sandra ”Mania” Powers
Since Sandra played a big role in the WoW community, she is forever remembered in the game. Her NPC, Beastmaster Mania, can be found in Trueshot Lodge [45.8, 70.6]. This is the Hunter Class Hall, where players can visit to pay their respects and remember her contributions to the game and community.
Final thoughts
Losing someone so dedicated and kind is heartbreaking. Our thoughts go out to Sandra’s family, friends, and everyone who appreciated her work. This year has already been difficult for the community, as Ibelin’s guild master and friend, Kai Simon Fredriksen, also passed away recently. These losses remind us to take a moment to honor those who have left us. Rest in peace, Sandra ”Mania” Powers.
What are your thoughts on Sandra’s passing? Did you know her personally or admire her work from a distance? Share your memories in the comments below.
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