A deeply detailed tale.
Imo you got a very well deserved win for this article.
I’ve seen many stories like this (with a single individual carrying a story through the mono-hell of the backrooms, overcoming trials and starvation, etc) but this is certainly the most engrossing one I’ve read yet. Exa was a fine character — interesting enough to make me wonder if he was truly human or perhaps something, more — and a comforting presence that I enjoyed getting to know. Exa didn’t have to speak, but Derec spoke plenty enough for the both of them.
A great read! The sprinkling of LA lore was nice and it was a good take on the setting and people. Will definitely be recommending this piece to others.
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