And you've always inspired us to be ourselves. I couldn't have answered Goemon's call without you... I certainly couldn't have overcome my struggles with my art, or my societal discomfort, without you.

[and so it's not hard to see why even those without a persona are drawn to that, too, he thinks. Akira is the kind of person who gives consideration to, and brings out the best, in anyone.]

If there's anything I can do here to keep inspiring you in return, you only need name it, Akira.