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DesMephisto's March Across Azeroth - Warriors for Autism Charity Event & Giveaway
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Continuing his month long
Warriors for Autism charity event
, mental health advocate
DesMephisto
is calling all players to join in the
March Across Azeroth
. At approximately 1 PM PST on the Wyrmrest Accord (NA) server in the Forsaken starting zone of Deathknell, DesMephisto will lead the charge around Azeroth, from Tirisfall Glades to Orgrimmar, while continuing to raise money and awareness for the
Autistic Self-Advocacy Network
.
DesMephisto's own story as an austisic person resonates with that of the Forsaken - displaced and misunderstood, long familiar with feeling unwanted and unheard by those who don't understand their plight. Inspired in part by the annual Running of the Gnomes community event in support of Breast Cancer, the March Across Azeroth calls on the World of Warcraft community to stand in support of those with disabilities, to walk alongside as one and show that they are not alone.
The Forsaken are a race that I've identified greatly with over the past 16 years, because it's a story which their mirrors my own as an autistic person. Like the Forsaken, we didn't ask to be born this way, but we too often often feel abandoned by society - ignored, dismissed, and spoken for, but not listened to. The Horde's coalition of unlikely allies reflects the type of acceptance those of us with autism have been searching for all our lives, and this March Across Azeroth is a symbolic journey; one small step representing our desire to be heard as equals.
Surpassing the initial goal of reaching $7,500 this month, DesMephisto has already raised an astounding $10,000 for the
Autistic Self-Advocacy Network
, but there are still several events planned and many more prizes left to giveaway.
Nascent
will soon be hosting a
10/10 Mythic Castle Nathria giveaway
for North American players, followed by a special AOTC charity event with
BDGG
, and a 10/10 Mythic giveway courtesy of
Pieces
for those in the EU. Additionally, Blue, Wowhead, G FUEL, and other partners have pitched in to offer fantastic prizes, ranging from Epic edition Shadowlands expansions to in-game TCG rewards. All you need to do is join DesMephisto on
Twitch
,
Twitter
, or
Discord
and show your support for autism awareness!
DesMephisto has become well known a long list of achievements, such as
earning Keystone Master with a controller
,
collecting all plate armor appearances
and
one-handed weapon transmogs
in the game, leveling more than 60 characters to max level, setting multiple speed leveling records, and being a major contributor to
Azeroth Auto Pilot
, all while raising thousands of dollars for charity in support of mental health organizations such as the
National Alliance on Mental Illness
,
Autistic Self-Advocacy Network
,
Joyful Heart Foundation
, and
California Fire Foundation
. While certainly not the only speed leveler in WoW, his dedication to streaming and frequent charity events have garnered a lot of attention on Reddit, Discord, and other online communities, including an
interview with PC Gamer
, and streaming
WoW for 36 hours
for inclusion in the Guinness Book of World Records, as well as giving his opinions on the new
Heirloom changes coming in Shadowlands
. He was also honored with a
tribute item in Shadowlands
,
Punhescos de Desm
, recognizing everything he's done within the WoW community.
Before closing out his month long Warriors for Autism charity event, DesMephisto will be sharing his story in an interview with Dr. Alok Kanojia (aka Dr. K) from
HealthyGamer.gg
on April 28th.
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