A schizophrenic fan found inspiration in Arkham Knight getting one of the legendary Kevin Conroy's latest videos in return
In 2020, a Batman: Arkham Knight fan battling schizophrenia commissioned a short video message from Kevin Conroy through the Cameo service. Anticipating a standard 30-second greeting, he instead received over six minutes of profoundly heartfelt encouragement. Deeply touched by the fan's story, Conroy went far beyond a simple response, creating a video that became a lifeline during the fan's most challenging times.
A moving Reddit post detailed the gamer's experience. After completing Batman: Arkham Knight, he was deeply resonated by the game's conclusion, where Batman confronts his own fears, paranoia, and hallucinations—a powerful parallel to his own struggle with schizophrenia. Expressing his gratitude, he contacted Conroy, sharing his condition and how the Dark Knight's journey provided him strength.
Expecting a typical Cameo response, he was overwhelmed by Conroy's extensive message of support and understanding.
“This video has saved me from suicide countless times,” the fan wrote. “Hearing Batman say he believed in me was incredibly powerful… But as time went on, it became just as important that it was Kevin himself who believed in me.”
The fan initially hesitated to share the video publicly. However, upon learning that Conroy had a brother who also lived with schizophrenia, he decided to post it, hoping to offer similar comfort and inspiration to others.
“If someone in his family asks me to delete this video, I will of course do so,” he stated. “But it has inspired me in my toughest moments, and maybe it will inspire someone else. Hang in there. Because Batman believes in you.”
The passing of Kevin Conroy, the iconic voice of Batman, on November 10, 2022, at the age of 66, is a profound loss. Yet, his words and enduring legacy continue to inspire millions worldwide.
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