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The End of Ben Drowned is Upon Us

Good evening, my friends. I'm here tonight to tell you that the journey is finally nearing its end. Yesterday, Alex Hall tweeted that Ben Drowned will finish on Halloween. We have one week left.

So, I'd like to do something different here. I want to give the spotlight in this section to the people of this community. I could go on forever about the impact this story and its community has had on my life, but considering I already do that all the time, I feel it's time for more voices to be heard.

"Ben Drowned has taken me on a twisted, fascinating journey over the years. I'll never forget the people I've met, the experiences we've had, or the passion for artistic horror fostered by this monumental achievement in storytelling."

—Laches

"Participating in this ARG has been one of the most fun experiences I've ever had, and I wouldn't trade the time I spent with the community for anything."

—IIFan2001

"As BEN once said... I'm glad you did that. Thanks for the ride, Alex. Been involved since day one, and I'll never regret it."

—Jasmina Barbuto Satterfield

"The first creepypasta I found at 11 years old, and I found it again 10 years later. Very happy to have experienced the rest and to have had fun with the Hispanic side of the community. Ñ."

—Max, A.K.A. the guy who paid for Sarah's feet pics

"sinko peso"

—Lucy (and the rest of the Spanish community)

"I think it's incredible how much better your life can be made in just a few months because of a silly ARG about a Zelda game and it's community, but low and behold, look where I am. Thank you Jad, and thank you to this community, for always making my day and giving me some great memories."

—Funni/ManPersonGiraffe

"As a result of this story I will always equate the Elegy statue of Link with this ARG, and Ben himself."

—NeganSavior

"I've spent ten years of my life with Ben Drowned, and it's influenced how and what I write. If it wasn't for ARG and this community, I would never have gained the confidence and friendships I have now. It's bittersweet now that we're at the end, but I'll never forget the story, the people I've met, or the experience. Thank you everyone for accepting me here, and thank you Alex for making something that could bring us all together.

—Tikibuns

"For me, I kind of was always playing catch up. This story and game had been my life’s obsession when I was a teenager, desperately wishing it would come back so I could eventually be apart of it for real. Majora’s mask having always been my favorite Zelda, this story will have a special place in my heart for the rest of my days. Thank you guys for welcoming me in here at the end, despite my radio silence."

—Endac (CorsicSeraphim)

"i LIKE T HIS Sstory alot"

—Nikki

"this community has been one of the best ive ever come across online. all the friend made, the bigger and smaller events, despite things not always being perfect has been an absolute joy to be part of. as an artist ive gotten more feedback and inspiration here than anywhere else, and im very thankful for that."

—kaisumisu

"This has been an amazing journey. I love all of this. The ideas, the characters, everything. This has been so great for me. This has given me so much inspiration to do great things. Thanks jad, for all of this."

—SassySadie

"When I heard of ben drowned, it was still in Haunted Cartridge Arc, and I really was scared of it as a kid. MM was my first Zelda game, so seeing a scary story about it was awesome. Also, being able to interact with a community like this has greatly improved my social skills."

—Gultykappa

"The ARG was a part of my childhood and affects me a lot today. Had I not been introduced to it, I would not have the appreciation for ARGs I have today. Good tidings to the creator."

—Auderox

"I joined this server before the ARG started and was, before, so inspired by it. I’m so happy to have been around since the beginning of this arc and to have been able to help, grow, and be a part of this wonderful community as an artist and moderator.. There are things and experiences I would have never done or had without this community, and I’m excited to see it through to the end and beyond with you all."

—Rosyfox

"I literally wouldn't be where I am as a content creator today without Ben Drowned, so from the bottom of my heart, thank you Alex."

—Dr. Drew, PhD

"i cant believe im gonna witness the end. ive had so many fun moments and met so many amazing people in this community, i cant believe ive gotten so far even the creator himself follows me. i was even inspired and started modding majoras mask myself, all i have to say is thank you alex hall for everything. thank you."

—glass von karma, funne man

"When I first heard of Ben drowned I was a ten year old too scared to watch the videos. God how things have changed."

—iseeyou

"To think it all started with a post on /x/ 10 years ago to get to where we are now. It's been an interesting journey."

—HippocriticalHaz

"Following this ARG has been an amazing experience, having been a major part of my childhood. The ARG has given me major inspiration for potential future projects, and I honestly can't believe that the sun will be setting soon. Thank you Jad, for the great journey."

—VividSpark

"I have spent the past 8 months here with you guys has the arg played out, through all the high and lows I am gonna miss it. I hope you all stay around after it ends cause I love you all and consider some of you my friends."

—Lego1upmushroom

"This story has been an incredible experience. One that subconsciously inspired my own style of writing and creativity from when I was a child to one that has entertained and captivated me with its brilliant narrative and community now that I am an adult. I am sincerely grateful and extremely emotional now that 'Ben Drowned' is finally coming to its close and can only hope for more works after it is completed. Thank you all and thank you, Alex."

—Zedregex

"This was an honestly unforgettable spring/summer together with all of you - theorizing, decoding, exploring websites, memeing, or even just talking. However this ends, I'll surely remember it, and the people I met through it - and let's party like hell before it's all over."

—Woodswolf (Cynthia)

"Thanks for this great universe in general, which allowed me to meet the ones that I call friends and many other great experiences. También gracias a »ustedes«, por siempre mantenernos juntos."

—DensOwO/Iván

"I've wanted to see this story come back for years and to be there for it. But now, that it's coming close to the end of Ben Drowned's story, I don't want to see it all end. This and you guys have been one precious gem in my life this otherwise chaotic year."

—GoofyG

"It's very impressive that the fan-girls who don't know about the rest of ARG still think that BEN is Link with bloody eyes . And this ARG has led me to take an interest in Zelda Series. Thank you, creepy statue from Majora's Mask and especially Jaddy Waggy"

—fly_6

"I loved Ben Drowned's concept when I learned about it in 2013, and I've always wanted to take part in an ARG. So I jumped at the opportunity when I found it, and I can safely say it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. This story - and the people I've met through it - have not only made my 2020 better, but my life better too. To Alex and everyone else, thank you so much."

—[Shylenced], CEO of Sleep

"BEN scared the shit out of me when I was a kid. I waited so long for the arg to resume and I’m so happy we are here."

—Lumik

"I remember stumbling across the 2010 arg a year late and regretting not being there to witness a story I loved play out in real time. 10 years later, I finally get to experience the finale alongside newfound friends who have inspired and supported me as a fan creator every step of the way. The dawn of the fourth day has been a long time coming, but we will greet the morning together."

—Jay

"Ten years ago, I discovered this story. Ten years later, it returned, and brought me countless hours of joy with a community that I have grown to love."

—Doctor C.

"This ARG will forever be part of my life, and I will probably always remember it. The story encouraged me to expect a new world after the storm, grow spiritually and not let evil cult leaders influence me (lol). I've always been a person that analyzes the world around me and possible literary futures (mostly dystopian/cyberpunk futures), so this really hit the jackpot in my tastes. This story also helped me a LOT as inspiration for future projects. I've empathized with the characters in this story like I've almost never done before. The feeling of Ben of being trapped in it's own cage, unable to act and unable to speak, just because he wanted to be happy and safe. It's a strange world indeed. But now let's talk about the core, the heart of all of this: The community. Many of us are lonely, a bit scared people who found confort in an imaginary world. I've met so many lonely people here who are willing to better themselves, grow up and face the problems. It's almost like a blind person guiding another blind person, but at least both of the blind persons are there for eachother, and that can mean a lot to some people, me included. I know I can't save people or help them as much as I would like to, but I can encourage them. That's probably the least I can do. I honestly thought I would have something to say, but I'm just speechless. I'm not very good with words, so I really expect the message to go through. What matters is that I'm really thankful. Thank you."

—Lázaro (Dolus)

"Ben Drowned is a story that changed my life more than once, and inspired me to become a writer, a youtuber, and a runner of an ARG. This story has stuck in my mind for ten years and I'm sure it'll stick for ten plus more."

—Ryan Geever, Attorneyatlulz

"When I was first getting into ARGs (around 2016-2017) I heard of the BEN Drowned ARG, I already knew of the creepypasta, because I read the creepypasta around 2010, but I didn't know there was an ARG. So to find that out was a large shock. I was disappointed to hear it was on hiatus. That remained in the back of my mind until March of this year when Jadusable's channel lit up for the first time in years, with in-game content. Immediately I knew it was back, and I finally had the chance to play. That is when I met everyone here. Not only has the community been the one of the best communities for an ARG, this community has had real-world effects on me. Although I had decoding/deciphering abilities, this ARG had really put my abilities to the test, and sometimes I came up unsuccessful. Although I couldn't participate in the ARG back in 2010-2011 because of my status as a fetus, I'm no longer a fetus now, and I'm thankful for the chance to play. Thank you Jadusable."

—Rytikula

"I found Jadusable's channel a while before the Awakening arc began. I started to dig deeper and deeper into the story, read original creepypasta, visited forums and related websites... eventually I found myself kind of fascinated by Ben's story and amazed by all the things and events, more or less likely to actually have happened, that were caused by Ben's death. And then, just when I thought it was over and in the past, Jadusable started to interact with the fans of Ben Drowned ARG and allowed them to have their impact on the canon story. I'm happy I could witness it's further development happening real-time, but also feel blue, due to it approaching its end. I'm grateful to Alexander Hall for having let me and all the other players experience the game. I will be thinking about Ben Drowned a lot in my life."

—JimiYoru

"Time for the endgame guys! I started this ARG back then when i was a little kid eating breakfast, spooking me out with a poorly edited drowned kid mannequin story! And now, on 2020, i'm a grown man who's still spokked with the same goddamn drowned kid mannequin story ft. Sarah from the Awakening gang. Thank you for all Jad, your ARG gave me a reason to live and now i can move forward thanks to that, i will be always grateful with you. Plus, love y'all Discord chat, you made my day everyday.
ARE YA EDITING JAD?"

—MrRaiko

"Just really quick, this ARG was the most fun I’ve had in years; Although I’m terribly sad it’s about to go away, I am glad I got to be in it (albeit a bit late). I would always love the feeling of another upload that was about to premiere, and me and my cousins would gather around to watch it and theorize and draw conclusions. It’s been an absolutely amazing ride. This was the highlight of 2020 for me, in the midst of college sucking and family problems and all that other junk. I am glad I got to participate in this, and I loved BEN DROWNED since childhood. You guys are the best, I thank you for the support on helping me catch up and giving me the resources to participate. I’m glad I got to be in this before it ended. Love you guys."

—Grayson

"Helped me make the friends I know and love today! I've grown up with this story and honestly it's BEN a trip."

—Smoshy AKA Frank/Smosh/𝓔𝓵Mr. PNG [Milk n' Pizza Guy]/𝖙𝖍𝖊 Pizza Boi/Insidiot 2.0/𝓔𝓵Candice [Cursed Tr𝖔lling King]/𝓔𝓵Mr.Banned [The Tormentor]/𝓔𝓵Storm_Surge [Jukebox Thief]

"One of the best and memorable experiences I've ever had!"

—Gaia (Clock Town Dog)

"I'm so glad I decided to join the community and meet all these wonderful people and friends. Thanks Jad for this story which is an amazing piece of contemporary art jsjjsj. I thank a lot for the opportunity of being a mod for the server too."

—Lucy, but for real this time

"I've known Ben Drowned for quite a long time and not until this recent ending arc that I didnt know how deep this rabbit hole goes, and seeing that I could participate in this I didnt give that much of a thought. 6 months have passed ever since I decided to witness and choose this story, I met very nice people and a very good community that I think they are just a big ol family. so with that I say to this and to many more stories and ARGs that can make such amazing communities and narratvies such as this one."

—Roded

"We fucked up."

—literally everyone

"I originally found ben drowned in recommended in 2014, was to spooked to watch it came back 2 years later, watched them then 2 years after that I found out about arc 2 from nightminds video on it and then 2 years after I'm here now about to see one of if not my favourite arg end seeing it with a amazing community like all of you makes it even better. All I can say now is that this was an amazing ride everyone."

—Johnemba

"Ever since I first heard about Ben Drowned in 2013 I have been utterly gobsmacked by the stories, the scares and the atmosphere. The twists and turns of this ARG have thrown me for an absolute loop. It's been a wild ride. And please "No jumpscares"."

—MDGY2002

"I remember back when I first found out about BEN drowned and shared it with my friends and we were all spooked by the videos, but we never got much too deep into the other aspects. And then a couple years ago I found out about the Moon Children stuff and was intrigued and eagerly awaiting for what's next, and now the end is almost here and I just want to thank Alex for the entertainment across all these years."

—Executive Koala

"Found BEN Drowned when I was, 12. It enthralled me in creepypasta. It's a major foundation of my creativity, an ever-present influence. I owe it so much.

—Zog

"Battleben (name not related to BEN, also today known as wise wahisietel ) introduced me to this stuff a long while back in the 2010s decade. Back when we were playing Neverdaunt, he linked me to the moon children stuff back when it was live but I wussed out (it was ages ago). I felt rather regretful as I looked at the archives of the site but when the ARG returned I got to experience the site hunt for real this time, which finally put my old regrets to rest."

—Doringo

"Thank you for making a creepy story in both text and video format of one of my favorite Zelda games. Honestly, it really gives a new sense of immersion, to be able to see what Jadusable was seeing (to some extent). I never participated in an ARG before yours in 2010 and it was quite the captivating experience. The interactive aspect of the second arc gave life to the whole story with all its chaos and albeit the delays along the hiatus, we finally get to see the end of it all (Maybe in more ways than one lol). Finally, I wanted to say that I'll be awaiting for April for that sequel to King Kong.wmv."

—Ryu

"Personally I remember watching the original story when it came out and while I thought it was cool, it spooked me away from Majora's Mask... and peaked my curiosity about other Zelda's at the same time, making me into the huge Zelda nerd I am today. Final closing thoughts after its come back for its true finale are as stated: I've loved this creepypasta turned ARG and the discord that was created from it, and while it sucks to see it go, it's amazing to have seen it flourish into what it is, It's very bittersweet and I feel like there's a perfect sentence that has been repeated many times over throughout these past 101 years. 'Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory' - Dr Seuss."

—FizzinPop

"The Haunted Cartridge arc contributed to making me a Zelda fan. Seven years later and I’m a walking lore encyclopedia haha."

—Tien, Hyrule Historian

"Getting into this ARG that I could only really read up on after the fact at first was so much fun, thanks for an awesome time."

—Fourze

"Jad is really cool. Writing stories on top of already existing stories is something that should be done more often. Also the server is very chill. See you on the other side."

—Ghost of Kuribo

I originally didn't plan on including every single one of these, but I couldn't bring myself to leave any of them out. I just want to thank every single one of you for being part of this grand adventure we've embarked on together. Though this leg is coming to an end, there will surely be more ahead for us. Believe me, there are some of us working hard to make that a reality.

Have a great week, everyone.
CircleHunter (talk) 20:35, 24 October 2020 (CDT)