The Journey Begins…
Hi everyone! I’m C, and today I want to share something deeply personal with you—a project that reflects my journey to understand and, hopefully, love myself. I’m a huge fan of Dungeons & Dragons, and during one of the toughest times in my life, I found solace in an RPG game, Baldur’s Gate 3. But this journey isn’t just about playing a game; it’s about using it as a tool for self-reflection. What if a game could help us better understand ourselves? I’m not saying this is a quick fix or a substitute for real therapy, but it’s become my way of exploring the parts of myself that feel hard to reach in everyday life. We often shape who we are through interactions with others, but what happens when you're alone? Can interactions with fictional characters—who possess very real traits—help us reflect on ourselves when we don't have friends or someone close by? One important thing to note is that I’ve never drawn before in my life. I started learning how to draw just to begin (and hopefully finish) this project. I’ve seen so many talented artists create amazing BG3 comics and use comics as a way to cope, so I thought, why not do the same? So please be patient with me, and forgive any inconsistencies as I’m still learning. If I could, I’d pay one of the fantastic artists out there, but unfortunately, that’s not possible right now. Another important detail about me is that I have aphantasia—I can’t imagine mental images. When I close my eyes, there’s no escape into an imagined world. That’s why I’m using comics to visualize this journey; it’s the most effective way for me to process and truly see myself in action. I need to witness my character, “C,” navigating her way through challenges. Maybe if someone can appreciate her, I can start to understand and appreciate myself too.
You can also read the episodes here: https://fanon.co/fanfics/0147-BG3-Faces-of-the-forgotten/s/d7eafbc3
I also hope to add it to AO3 soon!
