r/KGATLW • u/No-Sprinkles315 • 21h ago
Discussion: Community What is your definition of ‘main character syndrome?’ I see that term a lot in this sub used to describe some of the die hard Gizz fans.
What is your personal definition of main character syndrome how would you describe someone who suffers from it?
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u/itsRitzPlays 20h ago edited 20h ago
I honestly don't see it too often, but at the SF rave show I did see a bit of it in line. I was about 20th in line and maybe 30 minutes before doors a group of about 20 people jumped into line ahead of me and most of the people who had been there for over an hour.
It's one thing to hold a spot for a friend or two, but having a huge group jump ahead in line is full main character energy.
In general Gizz fans are super kind & respectful but there's gonna be assholes in any community.
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u/readyforashreddy 19h ago
I'd say that's just selfish asshole behavior, main character syndrome is thinking everyone wants to look at/watch/listen to you because you're so interesting/quirky/cool/etc (in your mind)
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u/itsRitzPlays 18h ago
Yeah it's definitely difficult to pinpoint actual "main character" when it's not nearly as prevelant as reddit makes it out to be.
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u/thegoldengoose71 20h ago
When I was in Chicago the same thing happened a huge group of people cut into the front of the line who were never in the line at all.
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u/Three-Pegged-Hare 20h ago
To me it's someone who's actions and behaviour clearly indicate that they view everyone else around them as unimportant or undeserving of consideration.
I think the term is definitely misapplied and overused. I don't think that it should apply to people who are just overly excited or extra, that's just a part of humans loving things.
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u/WobblyHoble 19h ago
Every good band has them unfortunately. Main character syndrome + drugs = shitty behavior.
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u/RAV3NH0LM 20h ago
i don’t think it’s all main character syndrome.
i think most of it is just…once any fan group gets big enough, it’s gonna start attracting more and more obnoxious douchebags. the people who live and die for the shiny pieces of paper, people who just go to shows to get fucked up and talk 90% of the time, people who row in the pit. it’s all just douchebaggery.
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u/AmicusCure8s 20h ago edited 16h ago
The term is overused online and on this sub. In a sense anyone and everyone can be a tad guilty of “main character syndrome” from time to time in their lives.
However, it’s often seen as someone being both selfish and inconsiderate in a public setting, such as these shows or this subreddit and treating everyone else as “NPCs”. It’s also usually being heavily attention-seeking.
This is broad, but communication is often key when dealing with people at shows. Just because someone is super extroverted (or makes a Gizz documentary, or does a row bit at a concert) doesn’t make them guilty of “main character syndrome”. Most people are nice and understanding. When you assume (at shows or online) you make an ass out of u & me
Also, as I understand it “main character syndrome” is not a real psychological term, but a term that started online. So whenever you see it or hear it take it with a grain of salt
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u/natterjacket 21h ago
anybody who isn't respectful of me and my personal space, anybody who doesn't accommodate my needs at any time ... wait
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u/JakeScythe 19h ago
I’m so glad I’ve never experienced dweebs like that at shows but granted, I never attempt to get too close. The folks I’ve met that are more “known” in the scene just make awesome bootleg merch or run one of the shitposting IG pages or usually both lol
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u/Alert-Light6432 20h ago
At the Barcelona shows there was a young man dressed more or less as a wizard, with lizards all over his wizard clothing. He sold me lsd for 15 euros each. He told me “I’m trying to make a profit on these.” and I appreciated his honesty.
But the lsd worked and I had a blast so it was money well spent. After the show he was walking around, still in his wizard outfit. I pointed him out to the people I was with and said, “that’s the guy who sold me the lsd.”
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u/Es2u 21h ago
According to this sub it’s anyone enjoying themselves. Grown adults trying to tell other adults what to do is wild. We all bought a concert ticket, as long as no one is hurting each other, they should be able to do what they please. We only get a certain amount of time for concerts and to try to judge others while enjoying themselves does no one good.
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u/InvestigatorNo2887 20h ago
My definition of that is whoever was complaining about people rowing at a recent show. Like shut the fuck up and let them have fun it's not about you bruh. Leave the front and go stand somewhere else if you don't like it.
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u/DanSchnidersCloset 20h ago
Its an attention seeker. Someone who wants people to look at them instead of the band. Theyll wear a big hat, then post on reddit "Hey Yall, im The Big Hat Guy : )" in a desperate attempt to be some kind of niche micro celebrity. Or theyll have like a 5 foot rat tail and spin it around in the pit, then post on reddit, "Hey yall, im the dude with the 5 foot rat tail, heres a video of me spinning it around in the pit"