Was looking at your redbubble and I noticed that in one art of Herobrine and a distorted version of Alex, the distorted version of Alex is called "Player2". Did you come up with this or is this from a piece of creepypasta or something else I'm unaware of? (I am trying to find the coolest name for the creepypasta version of Alex since I think "Alexbrine" is kinda lame)
I came up with it, but it's a pretty generic thing to do in nearly any video game horror story ever, so I wouldn't be all too surprised if someone else used it or something similar for "alexbrine" themselves.
Another name I used on here was villainsbane, but even that is a less creative take imo, since it's just using similar elements because they evoke the same literary mouthfeel (though I have seen one person who liked the name so much they refuse to use anything else, and that's a HUGE needed ego boost for me β‘)
I think the coolest name for any added character, or any character in general, is one that has narrative implication. A name that speaks to their role in the story, what they mean to the reader, and/or commentary on the role they play. "Herobrine" is pretty straightforward- he slowly bogs down the hero of the story, the player, over time.
What would be the ideal form for another herobrine entity to take? What role would someone like "alexbrine" play, in an ideal setting? The reason it's so difficult for fans to agree on a name for her is because no one can really think of a cool enough story for her.
The tale of herobrine is so perfectly open ended that it feels whole and succinct in of itself... so what would adding to that story do for the overall narrative? The intended message and feelings of an unknowable dread and unreachable creator? Or the blending of reality and fiction?
I mention all this not to devalue your search, but invigorate your creativity and flare your motivation to create something truly special and unique, yourself. Why spend your time searching for an answer that may never come, or one that may never satisfy?
To me, based on this one little anonymous message, you seem like someone who might like to get the whole picture. To sew the worlds others have created together, and manifest harmony as a result.
First off, if that rings true, prepare to be disappointed. You could make the most amount of sense in the world, but you must first tell a good story. The Audience only listens to those who command the stage, after all.
Second, noticing patterns and placing each piece of the puzzle together can be invigorating in of itself... however, you will reach a point where you'll see a missing piece. A niche.
You have two options; wait and see what others create, or fill that niche with your voice. The clock is ticking, maestro. Will you speak? π€