PRONOUNCIATION: Pal-ee-Oh-ta-ku (n)
An individual that is a dedicated fan of Japanese animation(Anime) originating mostly from the late 1970's to early/mid 1990's. Sometimes referred to as the "golden age" of anime.
Known for telling tales of going to weekend gatherings to chain VCRs together to obtain new media sourced from Japan on VHS, Beta or Laser Disc formats. Some would become pen pals with fans in Japan, and trade video cassettes of North American shows for original Japanese programs.
A PaleOtaku may still have a large collection merchandise(books and collectibles) and/or media(Laser Discs and Compact Discs) from to era. Along with retro play back technology to view them on.
They will still watch newer media and updated remakes, but will always as special affinity for the "classics"
An individual that is a dedicated fan of Japanese animation(Anime) originating mostly from the late 1970's to early/mid 1990's. Sometimes referred to as the "golden age" of anime.
Known for telling tales of going to weekend gatherings to chain VCRs together to obtain new media sourced from Japan on VHS, Beta or Laser Disc formats. Some would become pen pals with fans in Japan, and trade video cassettes of North American shows for original Japanese programs.
A PaleOtaku may still have a large collection merchandise(books and collectibles) and/or media(Laser Discs and Compact Discs) from to era. Along with retro play back technology to view them on.
They will still watch newer media and updated remakes, but will always as special affinity for the "classics"
"Have you seen the new Urusei Yatsura series that just came out?"
"Yes, but I remember watching the original on Beta cassettes I got from a friend studying in Japan back in 1984"
"That's beyond old school cool. That's PaleOtaku cool!"
"Yes, but I remember watching the original on Beta cassettes I got from a friend studying in Japan back in 1984"
"That's beyond old school cool. That's PaleOtaku cool!"
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Extremist followers of the paleo diet who believe and actively preach to others that foods like grains, dairy, legumes and sugar are responsible for the majority of global health issues and should be avoided like the plague for optimal health, performance and longevity.
Like any good cult follower they will push any information that supports their beliefs, whilst turning a blind eye to any information that doesn't.
Like any good cult follower they will push any information that supports their beliefs, whilst turning a blind eye to any information that doesn't.
Peter: Why is Joe eating satay chicken without any rice?
Paul: Haven't you heard? He's a paleotard - he thinks grains are responsible for 9/11.
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The Libertarian candidate attended the gun show in order to gain support from the paleotarians who he would be unlikely to meet at a cocktail party.
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