The Tale of Leeroy Jenkins
Today, I'd like to tell the tale of Leeroy Jenkins. As many gamers would know this legend from World of Warcraft, some of us may not reflect on it as much as I do. So stay awhile and listen, while I share this story and the lessons it taught me. Once upon a time, in the mystical land of Azeroth, a group of brave adventurers gathered at the foot of Blackrock Spire, a towering fortress of obsidian and lava. They were about to embark on a dangerous quest, but their leader, a wise old wizard, was still explaining the details of their plan. The air was thick with tension as each member was assigned a role, a responsibility they did not want but had to bear for the team. As the wizard droned on, a young and reckless warrior named Leeroy Jenkins grew restless. He was tired of the endless planning and the burden of responsibility. He longed for the freedom to just go out there, to shout his name to the world, and to do what he wanted. "Fuck this..." he muttered under his breath. ...