Outed on the Internet
So, today it happened. The world now knows my dirty secret. About my second life.
In one life, I am Stuart Etter, writer of respectable stories currently only available to those who can see my computer. I have a Social Security number. I pay my taxes. And I help my wife carry out the garbage.
The other life is on the Internet, where I go by the forum alias Myrddin, and am guilty of writing virtually every crazy idea or theory that pops into my head. Or to be more accurate, guilty of writing every crazy joke, lame pun, or play on words that pop into my head. Usually on asoiaf.westeros.org, but pretty much anywhere I see a humorous opening.
Looks like one of my jokes hit very close to home, as revealed last night on HBO’s Game of Thrones. Don’t believe me?
Twitter
Reddit
Huffington Post
Newsweek <--Now with my comments added!
Bathroom stall
Somehow, I woke up this morning to find people on Twitter, Reddit, and even news sites linking to a post I made back in 2008 where I guessed the words hiding within Hodor’s name. On Reddit, there is speculation that "Myrddin" is George RR Martin, Nostradamus, or a Game of Thrones writer trolling the Internet.
What? Hold the phone! I mean door!
Nope. Just a guy who made a joke about how repetition can drive you insane (which is no way connected to being a parent…)
Now, if you’ll excuse me. I’m getting close to unraveling the hidden meaning and secrets of life within the curious phrase “I Am Groot”....
Comments
Very smart! I liked how you
Very smart! I liked how you played with the words. I read your sample. Let us know when the book is out. Looking forward to reading some more
Thanks!
I'll definitely post here when I get news. If you want an email, feel free to send me a note through the contact form. This will not be abused. I hate spam. Thanks again!
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Congrats!
nice one!
Good work in 2008!