Getting around to starting my blog 0_o

Well now that I've left my old home of twitter for good, I guess I gotta introduce myself properly :3 if you’re expecting a deep dive into existential ponderings, you might want to skip this one, because this is all about me—unfiltered and raw. If it feels like oversharing, well… that's kinda the point.

Before you get to know anything else about me—even my name—the most crucial thing to grasp is that I’m not exactly a beacon of moral perfection. I wouldn’t call myself outright “bad,” but I’m definitely as flawed as any other. In essence, I’m just as human as the next stardust-covered soul.

So, here’s the rundown: I go by Zerrick. Yes, it’s a name I picked for myself. As of this January 11, 2024, I’m 26 years old, autistic, a college dropout, and non-binary (he/they pronouns). I also identify as non-monogamous and pansexual.

I was born to two dedicated U.S. Army folks in Heidelberg, Germany, but grew up in Buford, Georgia. In late 2019, I relocated to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to be with my boyfriend, whom I met in the furry community. We've been together for seven and a half years, and it’s been a whirlwind of love and growth.

Speaking of the furry community, I have been in the community since 2011 when I was in middle school. The community means a lot to me and I consider being a furry as a very important part of my identity. My fursona is a skunk, as they are my favorite animal.

I’m also a staunch animal rights activist and environmentalist. I’m vegan, which means no animal products in my diet or wardrobe, and I’m passionate about protecting the Earth. (Okay, maybe I’m being a touch pretentious here, but I genuinely think humanity has a knack for messing up the planet's beauty.) I’m non-religious, so I don’t believe in an afterlife.

When it comes to politics, I’ve got plenty to say, but I’ll save the deep dives for later entries. For now, I’ll just say that, while political labels can be limiting to conversations, especially here in America, the best fit for me is leftist/socialist.

Music is my lifeline. It often feels like the only thing keeping me grounded. Expect a lot of blog entries about music, because I have a lot to say about artists, genres, and the magic of music itself. My current favorites include pop punk, punk rock, hyperpop, and… some viby electronica (I’m not quite sure what to call it). Artists like Linkin Park, Jane Remover, Abandoned Pools, Owl City, and Goldfinger are close to my heart.

Video games? Ah, now that’s a mixed bag. I used to be obsessed with them as a kid and teenager, but lately, I’ve drifted away, finding it hard to recapture the old thrill of getting immersed in a different world. I do still love playing locally with my boyfriend, especially Super Smash Bros Ultimate and Puyo Puyo Tetris. However, solo gaming often leaves me with a peculiar emptiness I’d love to unpack in a future post. Despite that, RPGs are my jam. Some of my favorites include Xenoblade Chronicles X, Final Fantasy 7, The World Ends With You, Persona 4, and Pokemon Black and White/Black and White 2. I could talk for ages about Pokemon and what it means to me, but I seriously need to wrap this up for now, so stay tuned for that.

Woof, didn’t mean for this to be the length of one of my fanfictions. But now you know a bit more about me and why I tick the way I do. This post might come in handy if you’re trying to make sense of my future entries.

Thanks for hanging out. Stop by again soon.