I knew back in high school and I started reading fantasy that I was teetering on a precipice. I could be just a normal guy that read fantasy, or I could be a nerd. I feared the nerd culture. I saw what they showed on TV -- the stuffy noses, the suspenders, the pocket protectors -- and I wanted to distance myself.
Despite my best efforts, the nerd culture enticed me. I noticed that everything they did was awesome. I began watching anime, another sign of becoming a nerd. I loved them all. I started pursuing the lesser known ones, to see if there were any hidden treasures. I knew I was starting to tumble down the edge and gain momentum, but I thought that I could stop at anytime. I didn't start wearing suspenders, but I started talking about video games, fantasy novels, anime, etc. I began smoozing with the leaders of the geek kingdom.
There was one boundry I refused to cross. It was for only the nerdiest of nerds. But eventually, I began to watch and realize it looked like fun. Well, I finally crumbled to the temptation Thursday. That's right...I played Dungeons and Dragons.
And I loved it.
Ladies and gentlemen, I have arrived. I am a nerd. I am proud.
3 comments:
I always wanted to play D&D, but never did. None of my nerd friends ever wanted to play. I can't imagine!
Have fun, play more, and embrace your nerdiness!
Since Bill Gates is a self-described nerd, I'm guessing is not such a bad thing.
I guess since I love my anime, play computer games and read lots of fantasy... I'm a geek, too. And it's a comfortable fit.
Haha! My husband keeps trying to get me to play it, but I've resisted, too....maybe I shouldn't...
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