Is my live rock dead? (Photos attached)

kropa008

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Hello,
I have very regrettably neglectedy tank after a big move. I have stored it in the basement for about a year now without as many water changes and care as I used to give it. Now that I have settled from my move I am looking to clean up and restart the tank to it's former glory. I have had the equipment running and It still houses 2 clownfish and a Dotty baCK since it has been put down there. I guess what I need to know is what would I have to do to Kickstart this tank back into action. What do I need to start over? Is this live rock dead or still usable? Should I scrub the algae from the rock? Please help!

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Agree with Lasse. Your LR is not dead, especially since it still supports the fish in there. It may not be supper populated as livestock is very light, so I wouldn't throw 30 fish in there in one shot, but it is alive.
 
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