My Villain Arc

Fight Club meets The Social Network: "My Villain Arc" blends the psychological unraveling and toxic masculinity critique of Fight Club with the ambition-driven social commentary of The Social Network, delivering a satirical yet poignant look at modern manhood in the age of influencers and fitness culture. Spenser Dodge is an unremarkable tech worker stuck in the monotony of coding, toxic office politics, and a lifeless relationship. When his girlfriend leaves him for someone bigger, stronger, and more successful, Spenser finds himself spiraling into despair—until a chance encounter with a viral “manosphere” fitness influencer, Zyzz, sparks something in him. Zyzz isn’t real—he’s a figment of Spenser’s imagination—but his brash, no-holds-barred philosophy convinces Spenser to transform himself, starting with the gym. As Spenser’s body grows stronger, so does his confidence. But building muscle isn’t enough; he wants faster results, more gains, and he dives headfirst into the world of performance-enhancing drugs. What begins as a way to fix his self-esteem soon turns into an obsession, fueled by an echo chamber of internet bravado and his own relentless drive to prove his worth. Spenser’s rapid transformation gains him attention—from women, coworkers, and even rivals—but it also comes with a price. The man he becomes is a far cry from the one he once was. As his personal relationships crumble and the line between self-improvement and self-destruction blurs, Spenser must confront the real cost of chasing a version of masculinity that may leave him lonelier than before.