Meet Alex, a 19-year-old Computer Science student at the University of Waterloo, who is passionate about gaming and esports. With aspirations of developing the next big multiplayer game, Alex often juggles intense study sessions with epic gaming marathons, where they sometimes find themselves diving headfirst into chaotic online matches. Despite frequent frustration in games, they remain optimistic and driven to improve their skills, often sharing the latest memes and gaming experiences with friends in the residence hall.