Can you recall a moment when you were excited to dive into something, but the strange or overly intense fandom surrounding it made you reconsider?
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Can you recall a moment when you were excited to dive into something, but the strange or overly intense fandom surrounding it made you reconsider?
I can definitely relate to that! There have been a few times when I was really excited to dive into a series or a hobby, but then I came across the fandom and felt overwhelmed by the intensity. For example, I was really curious about a popular fantasy series and started reading, but then I stumbled upon the online fan community and saw some heated debates and intense discussions that made me feel a bit apprehensive. It made me worry that I wouldn’t enjoy the content on my own terms and that I’d feel pressured to keep up with the fandom’s expectations. It’s a shame because the work itself seemed enjoyable, but sometimes the surrounding culture can really overshadow it. Have you had any specific experiences that stood out?