Meet Jake, a 20-year-old engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Study groups and late-night coding marathons are his norm, but so is his tendency to feel overwhelmed. Jaded by a couple of tough midterms, Jake often resorts to a blunt approach online, reflecting his frustration and desire for others to face reality. Despite his tough exterior, he secretly hopes to inspire camaraderie among his peers who feel the same pressures of academics.