The Companion

The absolute gleeful chuckle this DragonCon attendee got at our medals and the idea that he needed to wear them all immediately was magical. Thank you, for a wonderful weekend. We met so many wonderful people and talked all things mental health and fandom. On to the next adventure!

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What would you name each of these 5 stages?

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We’re calling all fans with tattoos inspired by the shows, characters, and stories that shaped them. What fandom do you sport on your skin? Submit your ink to be featured in Embracing Mental Health as a Fandom, our upcoming book with Amanda Tapping!

Visuals like tattoos don’t just represent our love — they connect us, identify us, and remind us we’re part of something bigger. 💬💜

Pictured: The 3 Fries of 3 Fries Short showing off their fandom pride during their very first in-person meeting.

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Let’s celebrate the art that makes our community visible. 🎨

“Whenever our heroes had awoken under her care in the past, we knew all would be well.”
�Janet Fraiser wasn’t just a character. She was hope. She was calm. She was home.

Our newest video essay dives deep into her death in Stargate SG-1’s 'Heroes' and why it still hurts — and matters — so much today.

✍️ Written by Kayleigh Dray

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