Hey there, folks! It's your buddy Mike here, ready to spill the beans on how I became Gordon Frohman's unexpected sidekick. Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride through City 17!
The Average Joe
Let me introduce myself first - I'm just your average guy with an unassuming appearance. You know, thin beard, widow’s peak, bald spot; nothing too flashy or extraordinary about me. In fact, some might even call me generic-looking.
A Fan Project Takes Notice
Now you're probably wondering how someone like me ended up becoming a sidekick in the first place. Well, it all started with this fan project called Concerned: The Half-Life and Death of Gordon Frohman by Christopher C. Livingston.
The author decided to use my character model as the basis for poor ol' Gordon Frohman himself – a clumsy idiot who stumbles his way through City 17 before Dr. Freeman enters the scene.
Accidental Hazards Galore
And that's where my journey begins! As fate would have it (or more accurately Christopher C.Livingston), I inadvertently set up numerous hazards and obstacles that ultimately affect our beloved hero throughout his adventure.
You see, dear readers; my clumsiness knows no bounds! Whether it was accidentally triggering security systems or unknowingly placing enemies in Freeman’s path – you name it; I did it without even realizing what havoc awaited poor old G-Man next!
Hazard #1: Security System Fiasco
One fine day in City 17 while innocently exploring an abandoned building (well...maybe not that innocent), yours truly managed to stumble upon an unnoticed security system switch tucked away near some electrical wires.
Naturally curious (and oblivious to potential consequences), I couldn't resist giving it a little flick of excitement…but boy oh boy did chaos ensue!
Unbeknownst to me at the time, the security system I had inadvertently activated ended up putting Freeman in a sticky situation. Let's just say it involved an army of Combine soldiers and one very angry G-Man!
Hazard #2: The Unintentional Enemy Placement
If there's one thing I've learned throughout my misadventures, it’s that even the most mundane actions can have unintended consequences.
Take for instance this incident where I accidentally stumbled upon a crate full of headcrabs. Yes, you heard me right – headcrabs. Those creepy little creatures with razor-sharp teeth and a penchant for latching onto unsuspecting victims' heads.
In my defense, how was I supposed to know what was inside that crate? It looked innocent enough! But alas, poor Gordon Frohman found himself face-to-face (or rather face-to-headcrab) with these abominations thanks to yours truly.
Unexpected Sidekick Duties
Now you might be wondering why someone as accident-prone as myself would end up becoming Gordon Frohman's sidekick instead of being banished from City 17 altogether. Well dear readers, let me tell you - sometimes fate has its own twisted sense of humor.
Through all my unintentional mishaps and hazardous encounters setup unknowingly by moi; somehow Freeman managed to see past all that chaos and find some use for me amidst his journey through City 17.
Maybe it was because he needed someone who could make him feel less clumsy in comparison or perhaps he saw potential in utilizing accidental hazards against their common enemies – who knows?
But whatever the reason may be; here I am today – Mike: The Unexpected Sidekick Extraordinaire!
Embracing My Role
At first glance, being labeled as an "unexpected sidekick" might not sound like much. After all, it implies that my presence is more accidental than intentional. However folks let me assure you, being Gordon Frohman's sidekick has been anything but dull.
I've learned to embrace my unique talent for setting up hazardous situations and use them to our advantage. It turns out that sometimes chaos can be a powerful ally against the forces of evil (or in this case, Combine soldiers).
Conclusion
So there you have it – the story of how an average guy like me ended up becoming Gordon Frohman's unexpected sidekick. Who would have thought that a series of accidents and unwitting setups could lead to such an exciting role?
Life is full of surprises, my friends. Sometimes all it takes is one clumsy individual with a knack for causing unintentional chaos to become someone’s unlikely companion on their journey through City 17.
And hey, if you ever find yourself face-to-face with headcrabs or accidentally triggering security systems - just remember: it might not be as bad as it seems. You never know when your clumsiness might just save the day!
Signing off,
Mike