A gamer who was bullied as a youngster, because they were born without a hand finally feels their disability, isn’t a hindrance, they’ve now been fitted with a bionic arm, inspired by a hugely popular video game.
Laiken Olive, was born with a congenital limb difference and said they used to hide their disability before receiving the bionic arm.
They have become the first recipient in the U.S. of the ‘Venom Snake’ arm. The inspiration for its look and design was from Metal Gear Solid.
In the game, the character Venom Snake loses his arm in an explosion and wears an iconic red and black bionic limb complete with detachable missile functionality and gadgets to stun enemies.
They said they felt empowered by the arm and finally saw their potential after years of being harassed in school.
“I would wear this cosmetic prosthetic which looked like a hand”
“I wanted to hide the fact I was different. It was a barrier so that people wouldn’t know… but with the Hero Arm I saw all the potential, and it wasn’t about hiding myself… This entire experience has been so beautiful for me.”
It’s so amazing that something that was seen as a hindrance by them, now gives them a feeling of power.
Source: Good News Network
Date: 26/5/2021
By: @saanviidhingraa
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