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Post-searching for a world that doesn’t exist

Characters

Derek

Highly Intelligent and Strategic: derek displays superior intellect by solving complex ciphers and predicting enemy movements. He is known to use "cipher stacking," which he ironically mentions is not good practice.
Observant and Perceptive: He notices subtle environmental changes, such as footsteps of an entity trailing him, to map out dangers.
Calculated and Deceptive: He often acts as if he is unaware of being followed to lure out threats. He uses Minecraft mechanics (e.g., hoppers, grass growth) to create traps.
Somewhat Egotistical and Persistent: He displays extreme confidence in his ability to outsmart the entity (the King in Yellow).
Resilient but Deteriorating: Following an encounter with "the King in Yellow," he is burdened with overwhelming knowledge, leading to a loss of sanity but a continued focus on his mission to help others like Avery.
Humorous and Unserious: Despite the tense, horrific context, he sometimes displays a dry, humorous demeanor, such as stating "unfortunately for you I have a pickaxe".

Avery

Determined & Brute-Forcing: Unlike more cautious characters, Avery often tackles problems with a "brute-force" approach, such as attempting to break through indestructible materials (Netherite) to progress.
Curious & Persistent: He is compelled to explore the strange, deep mines and hidden areas within the Minecraft world, often disregarding personal safety.
A "Content Creator" Persona: He presents his findings as if speaking to an audience, often typing into chat and acting out a "YouTube personality" persona.
Loyal but Terrified: While he often contemplates escaping or quitting due to the terrifying supernatural events (such as encountering the "King in Yellow"), he is deeply loyal to derek and refuses to abandon him.
Vulnerable to Influence: At times, he falls into, or is forced into, trance-like states or hypnosis, performing repetitive tasks like planting flowers at graves.

Intro

it had been a few weeks since Derek was saved from dying. He had been in a coma since he passed out in front of his computer after merging with the King in Yellow(KIY). He had written his goodbye letter to Avery. Oh Avery. They unfortunately met through Minecraft where all this traumatic stuff happened. Even though Avery didn't know anything about Derek, he knew everything about Avery. His mind had been deteriorating since the KIY unfortunately showed him everything about the universe (that includes everything about Avery). Derek felt like he was in the future and the past at the same time. It would hurt his head so much he couldn't think unless he stared at his computer.

cut to the present. Derek was in the hospital. It had been a few weeks after his and Averys traumatic experience in Minecraft out of everything. A few weeks after New Years. Avery had somehow tracked Derek down through only his first and last name. It was the only information Derek did give to Avery. Unfortunately Derek and Avery didn't have the best relationship with their families and friends. Avery had attachment issues so of course he attached to someone who showed him basic kindness even though he knew nothing about him. Derek was showed everything about the universe so he knew everything about Avery. It was gonna be awkward when he woke up.

Avery

Avery was sitting on the chair next to Derek's hospital bed. He had flown across the country just to see a guy he met in Minecraft (and did save his life). He had visited him everyday because no one else would. And then one day Derek started to wake up. Avery quickly got up and went to get a doctor. Derek's head was in to much pain to realize what was happening. He couldn't think.