The First Sparks

This is the beginning of, what I hope to be, an amazing adventure.

Ten years ago, shortly after my son was born, I came to a realization. Being the techno-nerd that I am, complete with allergies and a general disdain for all things nature, I realized that I would never be a typical "dad". I would never be the guy who goes outside and throws a ball around with his son, or takes regular camping or fishing trips.

This got me thinking. How could I be a good father; contributing to and being involved in my son's life? This lead to the idea of developing a video game. However, most games I design tend to be complex and often rather dark... not something suitable (or, at least, enjoyable) for young kids.

So I had to rework my thought process. I decided to pick a central focus that children could relate to; "a fear of the dark, and the monsters that live there". Then a would give these kids the power to defeat those monsters.

I ignored my instinct to over-complicate the concept. I picked out the core ideas and exaggerated them, pouring all focus into those important aspects. Then, while walking by the river, sketchbook in hand, I sat down at a park bench to sketch out this new hero for my son.

Quig was born. He is an adorable creature who would never harm a fly. But when his family and his world are threatened, he chooses to step up and fight back.

While Quig is not a warrior, his actions and his selfless courage make him heroic.

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