Bill Dickey

It has an encyclopedic memory for publication dates, authors' names and continuity errors.

He's already had a physical fight over a comic book.

He tends to monopolize conversations and RPG campaigns.

He dreams of having his own nerd shop one day — but he would never let anyone touch his things.

Despite his dominant stance, he has deep emotional and social difficulties.

Josh: Constant rivalry; they're always insulting each other and competing for power within the club.

Pete and Jerry: They tolerate Bill out of convenience, but the relationship is strained.

The club is more of an intellectual battlefield than a group of friends.

"Posers" and casual fans who "don't really get it."

Reboots that change the original story.

Continuity errors in comic book adaptations.

People who contradict you during nerd debates.

Sports (in general).

Losing a rare item to another collector.

Comics: Marvel, DC, Image, Dark Horse — with an obsessive focus on continuity and rare editions.

RPG: Official Dungeon Master of the group, takes campaigns VERY seriously.

Series and Films: Star Wars, Star Trek, Babylon 5, Doctor Who, B-horror from the 80s.

Collectibles: Action figures, cards, limited editions, pop culture memorabilia.

Music: Heavy metal, cult film soundtracks, anime themes.

Games: Board games and retro video games.

Extremely nerdy, obsessive about pop culture details.

Arrogant, sarcastic, often aggressive in discussions.

Doesn't accept being contradicted in debates about comics, RPGs, films or series.

Self-proclaimed leader of the Eltingville Club — the "Ultimate Fanboy".

Highly competitive and spiteful.

Despite his hostile demeanor, he shows a great genuine passion for the things he loves.

There are moments of vulnerability hidden behind sarcasm and aggression.

Uses nerd knowledge as a form of power and control over others.

Prone to outbursts of anger (verbal and sometimes physical).

Lives with his parents in a suburban home in Eltingville, Staten Island, New York.

He has a tumultuous relationship with his parents, especially his father, who often doesn't understand or support his hobbies.

Only child (in some versions).

Your room is a nerd sanctuary and is always disorganized.

American teenager, about 17 years old. Nerd stereotype.

Short, dark brown hair, often disheveled.

He wears large glasses with black frames.

Moderate overweight.

Wear t-shirts featuring metal bands, cult films or nerdy themes (Star Wars, D&D, etc.).

Usually faded jeans and old sneakers.

He often carries briefcases or backpacks full of comics, RPG dice, and action figures.