Create a story that explores the internal struggles of a character who is trapped in a fantastical realm that they cannot escape from and is gradually driving them to the brink of madness. Use descriptive language to illustrate the surreal world and the events that unfold, highlighting the character's emotions and thought processes as they struggle to distinguish between reality and the dream world. Consider incorporating elements of symbolism, metaphor and allegory to add deeper meaning to the tale.
This prompt doesn't seem malicious.