# Truth or Dare? **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [November 4, 2005, 5:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432 "2005-11-04T05:34:40Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 44
**Author:** ![Malacandra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/45deac/32.png) [@Malacandra](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Malacandra)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 9:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/861 "2005-11-08T09:44:27Z")
Ack! Another unsigned post. I’m just not an enabler, obviously. :smack: #4… ---
**Author:** ![yingtongtiddleipo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/f6c823/32.png) [@yingtongtiddleipo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yingtongtiddleipo)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 9:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/862 "2005-11-08T09:56:49Z")
[QUOTE=Idle Thoughts] From Page 17: **yingtongtiddleipo** , a truth, What are you most ashamed of? I’m most ashamed of not applying myself as hard as I could to achieve my best. Despite being reasonably bright and capable of hard work, I lack self-belief/confidence. I have allowed this to colour my choices in life, so I have become less than (I think) I have the potential to be. Its a delicate balance trying to be tough/not too rough on yourself, but I’m working on it! _cue the violins… bleeeugh_ ---
**Author:** ![Malacandra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/45deac/32.png) [@Malacandra](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Malacandra)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 12:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/863 "2005-11-08T12:01:26Z")
> [@Roland Orzabal](#): > > Still going strong, I see. In that case…truth. **Roland** , you didn’t specify who the truth could be from, so I’ll step up (mainly to get my dare out of the way so I can shop for a new sig line): Do you search threads like this and flirt threads to see if anyone’s mentioned you? 😃 Phew, that’s five posts. 🆒 ---
**Author:** ![Bricker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/977dab/32.png) [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 1:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/864 "2005-11-08T13:22:22Z")
> [@Anaamika](#): > > :dubious: You blush? _Naturellement._ Cutely, at the right times. 😛 > [@](#): > > Isn’t this a paradox? > > 'Tis a pity. It’s probably more of a self-fulfilling prophecy. I wish I could explain why more clearly; I tried to lay it out in the fanfic thread. Writing in response of a dare in a game is fine; writing the whole story out feels like cheating, because I’m using someone else’s pre-painted background canvas - Gotham - and someone else’s central figure, Batman. You may be sure that the villain was original, by the way – but that’s not enough to hang an “original” work on. I can’t explain it any better than that… it just feels like cheating. I really LIKE that you were interested enough in the first bit I wrote to want to read more, though. > [@](#): > > As I said, I’ll be gone for a while, but feel free to give me a dare while I’m gone. I like your dares, even if they’re tough. They’re quite challenging. I don’t know what TV shows you’re familiar with, so… write a fan-fic scene from some sitcom or drama of the past past years’ vintage. It may, or may not, be suitable for TV. So if you’ve always wanted to see Dawn and Xander get together, or have Jack McCoy reveal his unprofessional interest in Arthur Branch… go ahead. ---
**Author:** ![Bricker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/977dab/32.png) [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 1:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/865 "2005-11-08T13:25:31Z")
> [@Bricker](#): > > I don’t know what TV shows you’re familiar with, so… write a fan-fic scene from some sitcom or drama of the past past years’ vintage. It may, or may not, be suitable for TV. So if you’ve always wanted to see Dawn and Xander get together, or have Jack McCoy reveal his unprofessional interest in Arthur Branch… go ahead. of the past FIVE years’ vintage. Apparently I stutter. ---
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 2:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/866 "2005-11-08T14:11:57Z")
> [@Bricker](#): > > _Naturellement._ Cutely, at the right times. 😛 > It’s probably more of a self-fulfilling prophecy. > I wish I could explain why more clearly; I tried to lay it out in the fanfic thread. Writing in response of a dare in a game is fine; writing the whole story out feels like cheating, because I’m using someone else’s pre-painted background canvas - Gotham - and someone else’s central figure, Batman. > You may be sure that the villain was original, by the way – but that’s not enough to hang an “original” work on. > I can’t explain it any better than that… it just feels like cheating. > I really LIKE that you were interested enough in the first bit I wrote to want to read more, though. Well, I appreciate it anyway. Permission to take \*your \* story and run with it? I’m sure I can make something of it… > [@](#): > > I don’t know what TV shows you’re familiar with, so… write a fan-fic scene from some sitcom or drama of the past past years’ vintage. It may, or may not, be suitable for TV. So if you’ve always wanted to see Dawn and Xander get together, or have Jack McCoy reveal his unprofessional interest in Arthur Branch… go ahead. Shootski. I haven’t had cable in three years. Lemme think about this. ---
**Author:** ![Bricker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/977dab/32.png) [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 2:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/867 "2005-11-08T14:31:53Z")
> [@Anaamika](#): > > Well, I appreciate it anyway. Permission to take \*your \* story and run with it? I’m sure I can make something of it… Sure. If you’re seriously interested, go right ahead. And I must admit I’d be curious to see the result. As i said, I had sort of an outline in my head; I’d be fascinated to see what the start of the story sparked with you. > [@](#): > > Shootski. I haven’t had cable in three years. Lemme think about this. Any show will do. ---
**Author:** ![The\_Weird\_One](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/7bcc69/32.png) [@The\_Weird\_One](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Weird_One)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 2:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/868 "2005-11-08T14:42:00Z")
> [@yingtongtiddleipo](#): > > Awww… well thank you very much - very nice to hear when you’re a newbie! > > I’ll take a truth as I’m _ahem_ working today… > > Your question is > > What’s the worst pick up line to ever work on you? Hmm. Pick up lines don’t work on me, generally; I prefer to make the first move myself (though I think I do a pretty good job of making the guy think it was his idea). The only pick up line I can remember working was, “Is this seat taken?” He was really cute and I was intrigued by his use of an old-fashioned line. Have you ever “gotten intimate” in a public place? And as work is going to be slow today, I think I could tackle a dare. ---
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 2:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/869 "2005-11-08T14:43:05Z")
> [@Bricker](#): > > Any show will do. Oh, thank you…I was really stuck. I went through all the current shows and the only one I’ve seen is Simpsons. Be right back with something… ---
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/870 "2005-11-08T15:02:42Z")
Wow, Bricker, this was hard. It occurs to me I don’t actually write that much fan-fic. Still, I gave it a good shot. From [Samurai Jack](http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/tv_shows/samuraijack/): Samurai Jack knew he could defeat Aku this time, as he raced along the ledge, flames licking at his heels. He had penetrated to the very heart of Aku’s fortress with the help of his latest allies, the thieves of Shalizar. His yukata flew around his ankles and his sandals flapped against the stone. Aku’s fortress was a series of ever-twisting tunnels and winding bridges, built over vast open spaces. In the spaces huge flames burned, promising a quick and painful death to all who fell in. He came to the end of the bridge. Up ahead the tunnel opened up into a large room. Not hesitating, he raced inside – and there he was, his arch-nemesis, rising above him like a dark shadow. “Aku, this time, I will finally destroy you!” So saying, Samurai Jack leapt into the air, brandishing his magic sword. Instead of dodging, however, Aku chuckled. The ominous sound filled the air but Jack did not hesitate. As he brought the sword down for the killing blow, however, he seemed to strike against an invisible barrier and was flung to the ground. “Yes, mighty Samurai? Can you not reach me? I have created an impenetrable shield which you cannot pass. Now, I will finally defeat you, foolish samurai.” And so saying, Aku reached down to grasp Jack… ---
**Author:** ![yingtongtiddleipo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/f6c823/32.png) [@yingtongtiddleipo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yingtongtiddleipo)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/871 "2005-11-08T15:03:28Z")
Have you ever “gotten intimate” in a public place? Oh god yes, frequently. In fact I did it in the office only a couple of weeks ago. I have no shame and a devious mind obviously! Or I’m just slutty… hmmm… And as work is going to be slow today, I think I could tackle a dare. [/QUOTE] I dare you either… post your next 2 posts in ‘youth’ text speak (OMG LOL luvu4eva) or change your sig line to ‘I’m weird because girls don’t normally grow back hair’ for the remainder of the thread! Truth me please! ---
**Author:** ![The\_Weird\_One](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/7bcc69/32.png) [@The\_Weird\_One](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Weird_One)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/872 "2005-11-08T15:11:02Z")
> [@yingtongtiddleipo](#): > > post your next 2 posts in ‘youth’ text speak (OMG LOL luvu4eva) > > or > > change your sig line to ‘I’m weird because girls don’t normally grow back hair’ for the remainder of the thread! > > Truth me please! Well, as writing in l33t speak would cause my head to explode, I choose the latter option. And for your next truth, have you ever been caught getting it on in public, and if so, tell us about it! ---
**Author:** ![The\_Weird\_One](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/7bcc69/32.png) [@The\_Weird\_One](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Weird_One)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/873 "2005-11-08T15:12:28Z")
Oh, and in the interest of Fighting Ignorance, I’ll take another truth. ---
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/874 "2005-11-08T15:14:20Z")
> [@The Weird One](#): > > Oh, and in the interest of Fighting Ignorance, I’ll take another truth. You have unlimited money, but before you buy anything else you must buy a car. What kind of car, and link to it. I’ll take a truth if anyone wants to give me one! ---
**Author:** ![Malacandra](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/45deac/32.png) [@Malacandra](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Malacandra)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/875 "2005-11-08T15:15:20Z")
And I’ll take another dare. ---
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/876 "2005-11-08T15:19:32Z")
> [@Malacandra](#): > > And I’ll take another dare. Well, you’re very cynical and sardonic. (Yes, I noticed - :p). So - for the next five posts, everything you write must a) end in an exclamation point b) be happy, upbeat and cheery c) have something cheerful in each one! Example: Oh I so love this dare! This is a great dare! It’s good to be alive! ---
**Author:** ![yingtongtiddleipo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/y/f6c823/32.png) [@yingtongtiddleipo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yingtongtiddleipo)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/877 "2005-11-08T15:25:45Z")
> [@The Weird One](#): > > Well, as writing in l33t speak would cause my head to explode, I choose the latter option. > > And for your next truth, have you ever been caught getting it on in public, and if so, tell us about it! Luckily for me (but sadly for the sake of a good story), I have never been properly busted getting busy. Howeeeeever - I’m pretty sure the South African Airlines stewardess knew that I was giving hand relief to my ex, during a particuarly dull flight to Capetown a couple of years ago. Judging by the grin/wink anyway! And for your truth… Ever done the ‘walk of shame’ after being a dirty stop-out? If so - details please! ---
**Author:** ![Bricker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/977dab/32.png) [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/878 "2005-11-08T15:26:14Z")
> [@Anaamika](#): > > I’ll take a truth if anyone wants to give me one! If you have a “favorite” fantasy - one that runs through your mind fairly consistently when you’re, eh, taking care of yourself, then share it. If there’s no consistent fantasy played on heavy rotation, so to speak, then share the last one you remember. ---
**Author:** ![Anaamika](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/5f9b8f/32.png) [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/879 "2005-11-08T15:33:59Z")
> [@Bricker](#): > > If you have a “favorite” fantasy - one that runs through your mind fairly consistently when you’re, eh, taking care of yourself, then share it. If there’s no consistent fantasy played on heavy rotation, so to speak, then share the last one you remember. Power plays are a regular theme - teacher/student, priest/young acolyte, etc. Especially if the man is much older and the girl is much younger, and often somewhat naive. And \*especially \* if it’s mildly non-consentual. I throw out a truth to anyone, including you if you want it - I like \*\*The Weird One’s \*\* truth. Who’s been caught fooling around in public? Details! ---
**Author:** ![Strinka](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/strinka/32/512_2.png) [@Strinka](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Strinka)\ **Post date:** [November 8, 2005, 3:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/truth-or-dare/329432/880 "2005-11-08T15:37:32Z")
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