ZZZ and TFT

I’ve been struggling to really connect with a game lately.

After over half a decade of Fortnite being all I really needed to play…the time of the Battle Bus is fading. I failed to complete the last battle pass (which was only the 3rd time that has happened). This time really was due to a waning interest.

While this isn’t surprising…it has made me sad. I have also been left wondering what is next for this area of my life that has always been a deep interest.

Thus enters Teamfight Tactics and Zenless Zone Zero.

I’ve been playing TFT for a long time…almost as long as Fortnite. But it was mostly to break the monotony of an office job I had years ago.

Lately, I’ve found a deeper interest in actually getting good at the game. So I’ve been following groups like TFT Academy and various streamers and pros to actually learn how to play. I’m still finding myself stuck in bronze/silver as far as ranked play goes…but it is proving fun to commit to learning and going beyond that.

Now, the main reason this is worth it for me is the characters and lore. I fell in love with Arcane as it released but don’t really feel drawn to League of Legends. So TFT has been a great way for me to challenge myself some while enjoying a world I’m fascinated by.

Then there’s Zenless Zone Zero. A strange anime styled adventure with a lot of quirky characters and exciting gameplay. The story is entertaining if you like bright anime style with lots of tech involved. Just the little mini game where you travel between tvs on a 2D plane is super intriguing. I’m not very deep in the game so I don’t have a lot to say other than it is drawing me in.

If you’ve made it this far…welcome to the weird mystical draw I take from all of this. I turn 40 soon and I’m not sure how I feel about so much life being behind me. I don’t like growing up. But I love life. And I love finding these new things to bring light to gaming. It has me wanting to do this more. I’m also drawing more. I’m reaching out into creative avenues more. A creative life is a good life. I hope you find your creative life…and soak it in. It’s worth it.

Later, memers and dreamers.