In the process of slowly updating this thing. I haven't touched it since I first joined almost a year ago.

The name's Ryan. I grew up in a rural/suburban area in another state, and have only lived in a city for the past year. I'm still adjusting to it, but so far it seems to be going alright. I'm looking to meet some quirky, interesting people in the area.

I have a pretty wide range of interests, with a bit of a geeky side. I play plenty of video games, watch a little anime, and have a thing for history. I also enjoy getting out once in a while. Camping, fishing, hiking; I love them all. More recently I started getting into shooting (no hunting, it ties in with my thing for history, I love those old WWII rifles). Those are just the basics, but at least it gives you some idea of what I'm into.

I'm not gonna try to describe my personality too much here, since perception differs, but I've been described as easy going, kind, honest, sarcastic, and depending on who I'm with either playful and cheerful or way too quiet for my own good.

As for what I'm looking for? I'd prefer to try and find something that turns into a long-term relationship, but I don't think you can really search for or try to force that kind of thing, it just has to happen on its own. So with that out there as being my ultimate goal... I'm down for just about anything. Hell, even making some enemies would probably make life a bit more exciting.

I've recently moved to the Pittsburgh area, and I'm looking at colleges in the area.

Practical problem solving (I've been known to MacGyver it up), video games, learning new things, situational awareness.

If I'm sporting a beard, how red it is and how much it stands out in contrast to the rest of my hair. You may call me Redbeard. Call me Gingerbeard however, and we've got ourselves a little problem.

Books: Going to have to go with Stephen King here. I love the Dark Tower series (mostly) and all the books it ties together. Other than that, I'm more apt to just go to the library and pick up something that looks interesting, I'll read just about anything other than romance, and don't like mystery too much either.

Food: I'm not that much of an adventurous eater. That's not to say I won't try new things, but you just won't find me jumping at the opportunity to try some balut or casu marzu.

Movies: Almost everything. Though horror and action are the types I watch most. I also love old B-movies, such as the Evil Dead series. Hail to the king, baby.

Music: I can listen to/tolerate most music. My favorite being rock, metal, and classical. Anything that has a decent amount of focus on the instrumental aspect of things. Currently been listening to a whole bunch of instrumental progressive metal stuff, such as Apocalyptica, Kamelot, John Petrucci, Buckethead, and the like.

Ask and I can go into more detail about the bands/artists I listen to, and if you have any lesser-known music you find enjoyable, let me know. I'm always up for listening to something new and potentially expanding my tastes.

Really, there isn't much that I haven't gone without at some point. Except for, you know, the basics such as air, water, etc. I'm not a materialistic person at all, but since that seems to be the spirit of the question....

1. Internet (Nearly all the knowledge of humanity at your fingertips? yes please.)
2. My car (The world is a vast place with lots to explore, hoofing it just doesn't cut it sometimes.)
3. Computer (Related to #1, but I also use it as my main source of entertainment at home. Games/movies/books/tv/etc. all in one device.)
4. My glasses/contacts (I have horrible eyesight. Genetics suck.)
5. Music (This isn't really a materialistic thing, but I'm having too much trouble thinking of more.)
6. My camping equipment (Yes, this is a cop-out and encompasses many objects/things.)

Life, the universe, everything. Through deep thought and meditation, I've even discovered the meaning of life, and am willing to share it with you. Ready for it? Its 42.

Really though, I think way too much for my own good. I'll start off thinking about something profound and deep, which progresses to me thinking about different scenarios involving said subject and playing each one out in my head. That in turns eventually leads to me just daydreaming half the time until something "important" catches my attention, and the cycle repeats.

Just chilling at my apartment not doing too much. I'd like to change that.

I used to be overweight, by quite a bit. Managed to lose 80+ lbs on my own to reach my current weight. I'm still one of those "nice-guys" that always finishes last though, haha.

Nope, sorry, no "ifs" about it. You're going to message me, otherwise I'm gonna send a lion after you. this guy, right here --> >:3

Really, if you think I'm an interesting person and you'd like to get to know me a bit more.

If we have a high match %.

If we have a high enemy % and you like discussing/debating. One of the best ways to expand and develop beliefs are through life experiences, so people with a different outlook on life always interest me.