Ian

General

» Retro tech & vintage hardware (Frutiger Aero, Windows XP/7 vibes, old-school softwares) » Gaming (from Nintendo DS classics to PC and casual mobile games) » Music lover — always listening, discovering, and sharing cool tracks » Movies, series & random YouTube marathons (anything from cult classics to new releases) » Chatting online, making friends worldwide (let’s revive that good ol’ MSN/AIM feel!) » Learning & practicing languages — especially English & Portuguese » Tech geek stuff, especially the old and forgotten cool things » Helping friends & mental health awareness (friends = fam, always!) » Sharing custom emoticons, memes, and funny stuff to brighten your day

Music

✦ Big fan of The Beatles — those guys are straight-up legends who changed the game forever. Their songs never get old, seriously timeless. ✦ Totally obsessed with The Strokes — “12:51” is my all-time fave track. That raw garage-rock vibe just hits different and never gets boring. ✦ I’m all about rock in every flavor: classic rock, pop rock, some jazz-rock fusion, and even metal — if it’s got killer guitars and attitude, I’m there! ✦ Can’t live without bands like Iron Maiden and Linkin Park. Those guys are straight-up iconic and totally shaped the sound of my generation. ✦ Always digging for fresh tunes, but nothing beats the classic rock energy that fuels my soul and keeps me coming back for more. ✦ Music’s not just background noise for me — it’s a lifestyle, a mood booster, and the best way to vibe and connect with cool people everywhere.

Movies

✦ Total Spider-Man fan here — can’t get enough of the webslinger and his epic adventures TOBEY MAGUIRE RULEZZZ!1!1!!!!11 ✦ My all-time favorite trilogy? Back to the Future — those time-travel vibes never get old, classic perfection ✦ Huge fan of Adam Sandler and his comedy flicks — nothing beats a good laugh with his style of humor ✦ I’m down for suspense, mystery, or comedy — love a good plot twist or just something that makes me crack up ✦ Definitely NOT into romance movies — those just aren’t my thing ✦ Super passionate about fantasy films like Bridge to Terabithia — I love getting lost in magical worlds and stories ✦ Inspired by movies like Forrest Gump, The Social Network, and The Founder — stories that pump me up and make me think ✦ My favorite professional/biographical movie? Tetris (2023) — it nails the whole hustle and passion behind the scenes of a classic game

Television

✦ Big fan of SpongeBob SquarePants — nothing beats the crazy undersea adventures and silly laughs ✦ Hooked on Breaking Bad — the ultimate intense drama with unforgettable characters and epic storytelling ✦ Shameless is a wild ride, love the raw and real vibe of that show ✦ Brooklyn Nine-Nine is my go-to for comedy — hilarious squad, nonstop laughs, perfect chill watch ✦ Gravity Falls is pure genius — mystery, humor, and weirdness all wrapped into one awesome series ✦ Can’t forget the classic Cartoon Network shows from the 90s and 2000s that defined a generation! Shows like: • Courage the Cowardly Dog (spooky and hilarious, total cult classic) • Dexter’s Laboratory (mad scientist vibes with tons of laughs) • The Powerpuff Girls (saving the day with style and sass) • Ed, Edd n Eddy (endless mischief in the cul-de-sac) • Johnny Bravo (that hilarious, clueless dude with the Elvis hair) • Samurai Jack (epic action and amazing art style) • Cow and Chicken (weird, wacky, and totally fun) • Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends (super creative and heartwarming) These shows are a huge part of my childhood and still rock to this day.

Books

✦ 1984 — classic dystopia that makes you question everything about society and control ✦ Jurassic Park — dinosaurs and chaos, an absolute thrill ride from start to finish ✦ Coraline — dark, creepy, and totally mesmerizing; Neil Gaiman knows how to creep me out in the best way ✦ Anne Frank’s Diary — a powerful and heartbreaking glimpse into history through the eyes of a brave girl ✦ Five Nights at Freddy’s book series — love the creepy lore and suspense that keeps me hooked ✦ Diary of a Wimpy Kid — hilarious and relatable, perfect for light reads and good laughs ✦ Diary of a Zombie (Minecraft) — fun twist on diary stories with a blocky undead twist ✦ Book of Bill (from Gravity Falls) — mysterious and mind-bending, perfect for fans of the show’s weirdness ✦ Harry Potter series — a magical journey that shaped my childhood and never gets old ✦ Percy Jackson series — mythological adventures with a modern twist, full of action and humor

Heroes

✦ Shazam — love his fun spirit and the whole idea of turning into a superhero with just one word ⚡ ✦ Peter Parker — friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! A true hero with real-life struggles and a heart of gold ✦ Leon & Nilce (Coisa de Nerd on YouTube) — absolute legends who made learning and gaming super fun, they seriously shaped my childhood online ✦ Scott Cawthon — the genius behind Five Nights at Freddy’s, the man who turned indie gaming into a cultural phenomenon ✦ MatPat — the king of internet theories! Game Theory, Film Theory — he made me see stories in a whole new way ✦ Markiplier — the ultimate YouTube hero AND THE KING OF FNAF, his FNAF playthroughs were legendary and his kindness and energy are super inspiring ✦ Dad & Mom — my real-life heroes, always there for me, always supporting me no matter what ♥ ✦ Alex Hirsch — creator of Gravity Falls, the mastermind behind one of the coolest mystery cartoons ever ✦ Anne Frank — a real hero who showed incredible courage and left a story that still inspires the world ✦ Percy Jackson — the demigod who made mythology cool and showed that even misfits can save the world ✦ Ron Weasley — loyal, brave, and always there for his friends, true Gryffindor energy ✦ Dipper & Mabel Pines — the Gravity Falls twins that taught me curiosity and imagination are everything ✦ Jackie (my old doggie) — my forever best friend, always in my heart, the most loyal buddy I’ve ever had ✦ Julian Casablancas — lead singer of The Strokes, musical genius, and a huge inspiration to me These are the people (and pups!) who shaped who I am, who inspire me, and who keep me going. Some are real, some are fictional — but all of them are heroes to me.