Geek gay

The term geek, in slang, can be characterized as denoting someone perceived as excessively fixated on diverse subjects, notably intellectual or electronic pursuits. Alternatively, it may refer to a person exhibiting an unusual dedication to a specific interest. According to oxforddictionaries.com, the query arises: "Is being a geek something to take pride in?" Personally, my affirmation is resolute. The website further elucidates that "several decades prior, the response would almost certainly have been negative; the term served as a severe and disparaging label affixed to individuals who were intelligent yet socially inept, such as train-spotters, computer geeks, and unpopular college students. However, during the 1990s, a transformation occurred. The computer sector facilitated considerable achievements for numerous geeks, consequently reshaping the broader perception of geeks. Suddenly, embodying a geek became viewed positively, indicative of an enviable degree of insight, proficiency, and fervor; geeks possessed the capacity to execute ‘cool stuff'. Presently, it&8217;s commonplace for individuals to identify as self-proclaimed or self-confessedgeeks, extending geekiness beyond the realms of science and technology ( a music geek boasting an impressive vinyl collection, the sort of movie any genuine film geek would rate with five stars). Nerds have similarly undergone an image transformation, albeit to a diminished extent, with lingering unfavorable connotations such as boring and pathetic commonly linked to the term."

I find myself largely in agreement with the viewpoint on geekdom expressed by oxforddictionaries.com. Because of the pervasive presence of computers globally and in homes across the world, people displaying a remarkable enthusiasm for technology are no longer ostracized as odd or unusual simply due to their specific passions. Nowadays, a geek is more than just a person possessing technical expertise with interests in electronics. Individuals may be considered geeks for their fondness of sci-fi films and literature, fantasy, video games, music, cinema generally, anime, or myriad other interests. I personally embraced geekdom during my formative years upon viewing my initial Star Trek episode, which was preceded by an earlier penchant for Star Wars merchandise. As a grown-up, I see myself as a well-rounded geek, akin to a "jack of all trades" type. Further adding to this, I identify as gay, thereby making me, with a+b equaling c, a gay geek, or even a gaymer, as some might call me.

Within the Sci-fi genre, I have witnessed the presence of gay and bi-sexual characters throughout my life. Notable examples include the lesbian character Willow from the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (spanning both TV and comics); Parthenon, also known as Dan Williams from "Who Wants To Be a Superhero?" on The Sci Fi Channel; Ianto Jones from "Torchwood" on BBC America; Northstar, otherwise known as Jean-Paul Beaubier from "The Uncanny X-Men" in comic books; The Midnighter, also called Lucas Trent from "The Authority" in comics; and Captain Jack Harkness from "Torchwood" also on BBC America, among others, plus a plethora of openly gay actors; most prominently, Ian McKellen (Gandalf from Lord of the Rings and Magneto from the X-Men films), Zachary Quinto (Sylar from Heroes and Spock in the Star Trek movies), & George Takei (Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu from the original Star Trek series, Captain Sulu in an episode of Star Trek Voyager, Kaito Nakamura from the TV show Heroes). Any geek of any persuasion; gay, bi, or straight worth their salt would likely be able to recognize at least one of the aforementioned characters.

In light of the aforementioned information, the propagation of gay characters throughout the worlds of sci-fi, comic books, fantasy, and cinema has also been followed by a rise in the number of self-identified gay geeks in recent years. One cannot attend an anime or Trek convention without encountering a number of gay individuals who share your enthusiasm for geeky pursuits. However, in spite of this increasing presence, the available dating prospects, if you will, for the gay geek seems as limited as ever. Where have all of the men gone who can appreciate a well-placed Star Wars reference? Where are the men who have the capacity to comprehend my fascination with Doctor Who… particularly when they&8217;re not attending conventions looking splendid in their geeky attire? Where can Waldo be located? It is clear that I do not possess answers to any of these inquiries, otherwise I would not be posing them; however, I wish that I did.

Even though Mr. Geeky 'Right' continues to elude me, I derive happiness from recognizing that geekdom has gained a solid presence within the gay community, and vice versa. Moreover, I am pleased to have a community; indeed, multiple communities in which I am embraced for who I am.