Also known as Epic or Power Metal. An alternate name for the genre of heavy metal which consists of music written entirely about high fantasy, including but not limited to gnomes, elves, dwarves, magic, dungeons, epic battles, questing, monsters, etc.

Noun: a friend who is usually only called upon by a friend when a more primary/prominent friend is unavailable.

Taken from the term “second string” in an athletic competition situation. In football, if the star quarterback gets injured during a play, the second string is called off the bench to replace him/her. A “Second String Friend” is essentially benched until needed, if ever.

Synonyms: Plan B, Second Choice, Secondary Friend, Benched Until Needed