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Hero

2021

0h 43m

9.0(3 votes)

Documentary

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Hero was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 22. After losing faith in himself, and getting ready to give up, he found support in a place he felt safe - The Furry Fandom. Now, Hero is getting his first fursuit. This is his story.

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