Our Journey Begins Here
Dave The Mess inside his motel room. For the first time in his life, he's 14 days sober. The odds are stacked against him. Even though he's in the program — our journey begins here.
Our Journey Begins Here
Dave The Mess inside his motel room. For the first time in his life, he's 14 days sober. The odds are stacked against him. Even though he's in the program — our journey begins here.
The Origin
Dave The Mess isn't a man you understand — he's something you feel.
Born out of the chaos of Portland's undercurrent, Dave moved quiet through a world run by Eight Ball Willy — a name that didn't get said twice unless you meant it. No speeches. No warnings. Just motion.
One day, Dave disappeared from it all. No goodbye. No explanation. He walked away from the noise, the money, the loyalty that came with a price — and checked into a roadside motel where nothing changes… except him.
No distractions. No escape routes. Just silence, sobriety, and whatever's left of himself.
But walking away doesn't mean you're free. And Portland doesn't forget.
This is where the story begins.
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The Cartoon World
Welcome to the world Dave built. Each episode is a chapter. Each chapter pulls you deeper. You've been warned.
EP 03
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From The Community
"The story hit different. 12 Steps had me in my feelings. Keep going Dave."
— A Fan
"Portland knows your name Dave. We're watching."
— A Fan
"Need more episodes. The narrative is unreal. This is next level."
— A Fan