I grew up traveling and developed a deep love for it. Thanks to my parents, I have been able to visit many places across the globe such as Canada, Italy, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela, and The Bahamas to name a few. I developed a thirst for adventure. But not just seeing the pretty touristy area, I loved just wandering around, appreciating the small things each place around me had to offer. When I wasn't traveling, I was fixated on screens. I loved video games, television, and playing around with computer software such as digital sketchbooks and photoshop. I played everything from Pokemon, to Mario, to Destiny, and the occasional MMORPG like Wizard101. I liked the investment and immersion I'd get from diving into the stories and gameplay of these ideas and never grew out of it. This and my love of computers have driven me to make and storyboard ideas for games I would make down the line in my academic career.

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I took an interest in Japanese media as a young boy, watching a fair bit of anime and Japanese media. This developed into a deep appreciation for all things Japanese for me. From their unique culture, amazing cuisine, and awesome architecture, I became fascinated with Japan. I took up cosplaying and collecting for a lot of Japanese goods such as cards, collectibles, games. I even began cosplaying which has been a huge part of my life as of late. It became my dream to visit Japan and explore the rich cities and luscious countryside of the place that has inspired me so much, and I would get my opportunity briefly as a boy and again for a longer time in college.

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Lastly, I love socializing. I love my friends and family more than anything in this world. I strive to be an open book and person people can not only relate with, but trust. If I'm not yapping for hours on end with someone, I'm out partying, exploring, and making memories with my companions.