Sunflower's presence provided female gamers with a ray of hope, demonstrating that women could indeed become the top players in competitive games. They had long been subjected to relentless questioning when it came to their gaming skills.
"Can women excel in gaming?"
"Do women only play games to find men?"
"Are women's in-game accomplishments the result of male players' efforts?"
"Women shouldn't play games. Isn't gaming a man's domain?"
These disparaging remarks were like daggers piercing the hearts of female gamers. No matter how much they explained their passion for gaming and their self-earned achievements, their voices fell on deaf ears. Stereotypes about female gamers were deeply ingrained, and defending themselves only seemed to invite more ridicule.
But this time, Sunflower offered a glimmer of hope. A female gamer had proven her worth and was willing to speak up on behalf of other female players.
