> Still, there's probably some fascinating anthropology to be had in the idea of fandom as a new form of nationality.
I agree. If you think of it, meeting people who identify more with a fictional culture from a TV show more than with any existing one, that's... something new, I think. Can't think of any analogue in past periods in history.
> They say dual citizenship is possible but I'd steer well clear of the dmz between Trek and Wars.
If you think of it, meeting people who identify more with a fictional culture from a TV show more than with any existing one, that's... something new, I think.
Religion, Christianity in particular, seems a close analog.
Still, there's probably some fascinating anthropology to be had in the idea of fandom as a new form of nationality.
They say dual citizenship is possible but I'd steer well clear of the dmz between Trek and Wars.