The Ultimate Fanboy/Fangirl Generalizations

Most of the world is aware of the Olympics happening right now, and there are some die-hard fans that have flown all the way to Russia to cheer for their home-town athletes. But the reality is that this type of fandom pales in comparison to a true Fanboy/Fangirl. Here are just some examples of the types of crazy that emerge when a true Fanboy/Fangirl has the chance to let their true colors shine.

Harry Potter

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Whether it’s dressing up to go to a midnight showing of the new movie, or turning to FanFiction to share what you really think happened, there are few people who really understand the world of Harry Potter like the devout. Because they might, in fact, still be getting their letter to Hogwarts. #keepthedreamalive

Star Wars

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Nothing is more important than checking your facts before you talk to a Star Wars fan. Because it’s not Star Trek. Godspeed if you mistake the two to a super fan.

Rocky Horror Picture Show

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In the category of dressing up, these late-night showings still happen. And everyone sings. And some people dance. You’d better not be the weirdo without the costume.

Boybands

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Fanboys/Fangirls aren’t just limited to science fiction or cult films. Case in point: the millions of screaming tweens (and adults) losing their sh*t over the latest boyband du jour.

New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, One Direction… take your pick. We all looked like half-crazed minions in our teenage years.

Magic

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There are more than 12 million people playing Magic around the world. There is also a regulated tournament for serious card players. This is not a joke. And you better not make one, because these peeps are serious about this game. #devotion.

Apple

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Then there’s the tech obsessed. The person who will wait in line, on the sidewalks of New York City, for over a week for the promise of a new device, even if they got a new one less than a year ago.

Android

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We obviously can’t forget the Phandroids when talking tech. They don’t have Steve Jobs’ memory to rally behind, but don’t think for a second that diminishes their fervor.

At the end of the day, whatever your obsession, we get it. All that really matters is how partaking in that behavior makes you feel.

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