[Makoto smiles sadly at North's words, understanding. He sometimes wished he could do things with Alter Ego too. And he didn't even share a headspace with them. ...Headspace...]

I know it's not directly but what about letting your friend guide your actions while you play? Like they can still talk to you while they're not here, right?

[He wishes he could do more but even playing a little with Theta to cheer him up is good. And giving him some experiences other than being an AI.]