I’m always looking for ways to challenge myself and learn new things. Lately, I’ve been fascinated by the potential of AI to enhance education and creativity. I’ve also been struggling to stay consistent with my fitness goals and find motivation to run regularly.
So I decided to combine these two interests and create a fun and engaging project for myself and others. I’m going to train for a marathon with the help of AI and manga!
What does that mean exactly? Well, I’m going to transform myself into Zephyr, a fictional character I created based on the world of the manga Berserk. Zephyr is a brave warrior who embarks on an epic quest to run a marathon in a fantasy world full of dangers and adventures.
Every day, I’ll share updates on my progress, both as Zephyr and as myself, through a captivating narrative and visual content. You can follow along on this website and on Instagram using the hashtag #ZephyrAImarathon.
To make this project possible, I’m using some amazing tools and technologies. First, I’m using OpenAI’s ChatGPT to generate the story based on my daily inputs. ChatGPT is a powerful language model that can create coherent and engaging texts on any topic.
Second, I’m using MidJourney to create and share visual responses to the story prompts. MidJourney is a platform that allows you to express yourself creatively through images, videos, and audio. It’s a great way to capture the mood and atmosphere of Zephyr’s world and my own feelings.
Third, I’m using Google Sheets, Google Forms, and Google Scripts to plan and track the journey. I’ve designed tables and forms to log my daily activities, stats, XP points, boss battles, side quests, and more. Google Scripts helps me automate the process by sending me emails with the story updates and prompts based on my responses.
One of the main inspirations for this project is the work of genius Jane McGonigal, a game designer and author who advocates for the positive impact of gaming on real life. Her ideas on how to gamify your goals and challenges have influenced the design of this journey.
I’m super excited to share this project with you and invite you to join me on this adventure. Together, we can explore the possibilities of AI, storytelling, fitness, and art in a fun and innovative way. Stay tuned for daily updates and remember – every step we take is a step closer to victory. Let’s ace this marathon!
I will be updating daily here on the site page and on my Instagram page
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