5 Types of People You'll Meet at Convention
By Michelle Chen
The one who takes everything a bit too seriously:
You’ll probably see this fun person competing in Certamen, leaning
halfway over the table, thumb ready to press the buzzer. Or, if you’re
lucky enough, you’ll be seated right next to this guy during testing with
his 5 different sharpened pencils, counting off the declensions with
intense focus.
2. The one who doesn’t cheer during spirit:
This fellow is the #lifeoftheparty as he stands quietly in the edge of the
row, either mouthing the words or just staring at everyone. You’ll be able
to spot him as the unmoving figure, amongst the crowd of crazy chanters,
with one eye half-closed and just wondering why he came here in the first
place.
3. The creative try-hard:
This gal is ready for convention with her 15x15 foot beaded mosaic, hand
sewn costume of Athena embedded with Swarovski crystals, life-sized
replica of a chariot, and so much more. You may be standing next to her in
line for breakfast hearing her recite her 4 monologues with alacrity.
4. The #nerd
It’s this dude’s favorite time of the year! He readily whips out his
authentic roman toga and leather strapped sandals. He will only speak to
you in Latin as he finds himself at home in his natural environment.
5. The winners
These people are the most envied at convention. They stride into spirit
with confidence and take each test with ease. This group never fails to
come out on top. Oh and did I mention they’re from Summit?