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The original was posted on /r/dota2 by /u/Patheticcccccc_2025 on 2025-01-03 23:57:30+00:00.
I was never one to share too much about myself, but I feel like I need to let this out. For the past couple of years, I’ve been fighting a battle I never signed up for a battle against cancer. It’s a relentless opponent, one that drains not just your body but your spirit too.
At first, I tried to keep my life as normal as I could. Treatments, hospital visits, and constant fatigue became part of my routine. But in the middle of all that chaos, I found something that gave me strength Dota 2.
It’s strange to think that a game could make such a difference, but it did. When I’m playing, I’m not the guy with cancer. I’m Invoker, I’m Juggernaut, I’m a core carrying my team to victory. For a few precious hours, the pain fades into the background, and I feel alive.
The Dota community became my escape. I found friends in strangers, laughter in heated moments, and comfort in a shared love for the game. Even on my hardest days, queuing up for a match felt like stepping into a world where I had control, where I could be strong.
But the reality is, I’m losing this battle. The doctors have done all they can, and now it’s just about making the most of the time I have left. And you know what? I’m okay with that. I’ve made my peace with it.
What I want now is to cherish every moment, every game, every laugh. Dota 2 doesn’t just make me feel strong it reminds me that even in the darkest times, there’s something worth fighting for, something that brings joy.
So, if you ever see me in a match, know that for me, it’s not just a game. It’s a lifeline. And I’ll keep playing until the very end.