I've been fascinated with the idea of arch-enemies, ever since Kris explained it to me in 1st or 2nd grade. Someone who is your most hated enemy. "Nemesis" is such a cool word. Wow, nemesis. Anyhow, it seems like most characters in fiction have some sort of nemesis, whether it be Lex Luthor or those dumb guys in black in "Cool as Ice". I don't seem to HAVE an arch-enemy. The closest thing I had to an arch enemy was this guy who broke my glasses outside Windward mall when I was in 8th grade. One month later he was destroyed when a semi ran over him. No joke. And his family had to pay me for new glasses. Hoo boy.

Having a nemesis seems very exciting. It's someone who works against you at all times, seeking to foil your plans. They have purpose, and meaning, even. They exist to destroy you! They eventually come to know all about you, and you know all about them, and you pay special attention to anything they do, and vice versa. Very romantic relationship. I should put an ad in the paper. "Protagonist seeks arch-enemy. Must have high-tech surveillance equipment, lots of spare time and money, and some sort of scar or distinguishing mark. Secret base should be in Seattle area. No sidekicks, please."

Those spimey people who say "Who can really blame _____?" bug me. I can! I can really blame ______! It's _______'s fault for chrissake. ________ is doing it and _______ is held responsible for the consequences. Absolving _______ of guilt simply because of circumstances defies logic. Have some integrity, ________!

Well, that kept me busy for 45 seconds. Now what? Maybe I shall throw my pen in the air for half an hour.

I leave you now with a quote from "Cool as Ice".

What's the lead martian like? Is he your LEAD MARTIAN? Is he your leader?(45K) - The skinny bad guy