Maplestory Madhouse: An Epitaph

A poem dedicated to those still trapped within their own nightmares

November 4, 2015 marked the end of Maplestory's Madhouse content, closing the mysteries lurking behind the shadows of a dilapidated asylum. The event dungeon tells the story of Chloe, a young girl in her final days struggling with depression and the waning hope of ever finding help amongst complete strangers.

 

Maplestory paints a majestic environment full of magic, vibrant fantasy, and an escape from reality. Yet in real life, there are those who are trapped in a seemingly endless nightmare coping with mental illness just as little Chloe was.

 

So in dedication to those individuals, I present a short poem set to appropriate MS music; both in raising awareness and to inspire hope for those fighting a similar battle. Mental health may not be a problem for everyone, but we all can play a vital role in those it does greatly effect. Remember, there is always help available, you need not shoulder life's many burdens alone.

 

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A Coffeehouse Meditation

 

Upon a fall day oh so dreary,

while pondering meek and weary,

the simple joys bring from a cup of coffee

boldly enriched with English Toffee.

 

Where does one go for culture in life?

How does one find love with a beautiful wife?

The swarm of thoughts buzzing within thy head,

a future uncertainty, that feeling of dread.

 

Anxiety fades with my cup half gone,

with remnants of broken dreams, and of what went wrong.

Tears dry up, the heart less tight,

beacons of friendship, still shine so bright.

 

So a toast to those who make life great;

For grateful support, free of all hate.

Work now beckons, my cup now dry,

I paint on a smile, and lift my head high.

 

Another door shall open, knowing not what's in store

perhaps more sights to see, or friends to adore?

'Tis these small moments which make life so good,

of opportunity yet to come, than fate of what should.