I don't want to comment heavily on this topic, but I do want to say a few things.
First, I want to thank you apex for everything you've done for the community. Even though you weren't promoted, the community owes you a debt of gratitude for all the time and effort you've spent here. You are a great person and I'm glad you eventually accepted that Invaded wasn't the right place for you, and I wish u the best of luck for wherever u go from here on out!
However, I do like to think invaded has grown as a server. Based on recent promotions and the appeal management system, its clear that the server has opened its mind to more upper management and has overall shown growth. Back when Apex was staff, he was basically the person handling appeals and what not. Now, appeals take 0-3 days to get handled. Appeal times have always been a major complaint within the community, and I'm glad management is responding to it!
I think we are at a point that if Apex was an admin currently, he would be offered a promotion to manager. Obviously that isn't the right choice for you atm, but I think thats where the server is.
I'm also extremely sorry for all the dox/threats you've received, its incredibly childish and honestly sad.
Thank you again apex for all the effort you've put in for the server, good luck with any future endeavors! <3