My Guilty Pleasures - Just for Fun Edition

Written by Shae Rufe

​You know, I really don't think I've done enough of these yet! So hey, here's some more! Plus, I haven't done one of these in a little while and figured I'd share some of my guilty pleasures as of late! These are all various types of media, and they're all awesome. 

One of my all-time favorite shows came as a recommendation from my friend, Eryn. Archer, has to be one of my top favorite cartoons. It's hilarious, has amazing one liners, and really, the plot has progressed amazingly. What started out as a spinoff from an Adult Swim show has turned into a full-blown show of awesome. It’s currently heading into its Ninth Season, but if you're looking to start it from the beginning, Netflix is your best friend. Trust me, it's mine. It's hard to stop watching this show. Archer is a secret agent working for ISIS, which is run by his mother Malory. Lana, his love interest, is an awesome secret agent that once dated Archer. Then you have Pam, who is hilarious and can't keep any secrets, there’s Sheryl/Carol, a secretary and Pam's best friend and there’s Cyril, the annoying accountant whom Archer hates. And of course, you have Ray, a flamboyant ordained minister, who happens to be one of the few competent members of the team. Oh, I can’t forget Krieger, a mad scientist! And of course, Woodhouse, Archer's elderly butler who is addicted to heroin. This show is all humor and some touching moments. I won't spoil the plot, but if you haven't already, you really should check this show out. 

Lately, one of my biggest guilty pleasures is watching the Marvel superhero movies. There’s nothing quite like throwing in Iron Man or The Avengers and chilling with a nice iced tea. There's something magical about watching your favorite comic heroes come to life. Whether it’s Captain America: The First Avenger or Thor, these movies still hold my attention, and I always catch something new that I hadn't before. For instance, did you guys know that Jeremy Renner did a cameo as Hawkeye in Thor? I've watched it a few times over, and sure enough, he is there. Not to mention all the extras! Not going to lie, I am a big fan of bloopers. The Avengers have the best bloopers.

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You know what's awesome? Pops! They're pretty awesome. What started out as one Daryl figure, has turned into a giant collection. Pops have been out for a while and they're pretty cute. Plus, they come in bobble-head form too! Well, now my collection has gone from one to over a hundred, and while that might seem like a lot, I find it hard not to buy more of them. I recommend them as a geeky gift, they make a fantastic present for someone you know and especially love. One of mine (a Castiel figure) was a total surprise when I found it. You can find them online at Amazon, and of course in store at Hot Topic. I've even heard rumors that you can customize them and have your own personalized Pops figure! 

Or I could get an Ezio figure from Assassin's Creed II. Speaking of! My last guilty pleasure just so happens to be Assassin's Creed! The Ezio Trilogy is my ultimate favorite video game to play! I even love playing it more than I love playing Batman. Also, it does have some history, and plays with some historical figures. The other Assassin's Creed games are just as amazing. Because becoming a super-secret assassin and ridding the world of angry/evil guards that swear at you in Italian is just utterly awesome. Is taking joy in that unhealthy​? Maybe, but hey, none of it is real and it’s a good way to unwind after an annoying day!  

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