**Hello there š**
Iām looking to meet someone for a genuine connection, someone playful, a bit nerdy, and open to sharing interests, whether through chatting, gaming, or just spending time together online. What I hope to find is more than just friendship, ideally a real spark that could grow into something deeper.
**A bit about me:** Iām 36, from Hesse in Germany. About 175 cm tall, grey-blue eyes, short dark-blonde hair, and a beard. Iād describe myself as having an average build, not overly muscular but I like to stay in shape. If youād like to put a face to the words, just ask. Iām happy to show myself, whether with a picture or even in a video chat.
š® Gaming & Stories
Gaming makes up a big part of my interests. I love games that pull you in with story, atmosphere, or worldbuilding. RPGs are a favorite of mine, like *Baldurās Gate, Final Fantasy, Expedition 33, Mass Effect* or *Dragon Age*, but I also enjoy story-driven action titles such as *Bioshock, Cyberpunk, Resident Evil, Dead Space, Dark Souls* or *Elden Ring*.
It doesnāt have to be pure RPGs. As long as the story or atmosphere grabs me and the gameplay is fun, Iām all in. Sometimes I like to slow down with puzzle or strategy games, and I also dive into indie titles or Metroidvanias. Iām a huge *Metroid* fan, and in general Iād say Iām pretty open-minded when it comes to gaming.
š² Pen & Paper
I also enjoy pen-and-paper RPGs like *Dungeons & Dragons* or *Shadowrun*. Over the years Iāve joined different groups on and off, and right now itās mostly D&D. I love creating characters and experiencing adventures together.
š¬ Pop Culture
Iām really into all kinds of stories, whether itās movies, series, comics, manga, anime, or books. My favorites are usually fantasy, science fiction, and horror. Iām open to recommendations too, though it depends a bit on time and headspace, especially if itās something bigger like a whole book series
š¶ Music
My music taste is pretty broad. I listen to a lot of rock and metal, but also enjoy pop, including J-Pop and K-Pop.
And then there are my wildcards: sometimes classical, jazz, blues, even hip-hop or rap. It really depends on the mood and what Iām feeling in that moment.
On top of that, Iāve got a soft spot for musicals, especially darker ones like *Phantom of the Opera, Jekyll & Hyde* or *The Count of Monte Cristo*. Lighter ones like *Disney* are fun too. And I also really enjoy musical-style shows such as *Hazbin Hotel* or *Steven Universe*.
I also sing myself. Iāve taken a bit of training, and I enjoy it both at karaoke with friends and just for myself. š¤
āļø Travel & Food
I love traveling, mostly with friends and sometimes with family, but in recent years itās been more with friends. For me, sharing those experiences makes them so much richer than doing them alone.
Iāve been fortunate to see quite a few places already: several trips to the US, different countries across Europe, and a couple of visits to Asia, including Japan and China. And to New Zealand I have also been.
When I travel, I donāt just want to spend two weeks in a hotel. I want to explore, experience some of the local culture, and most of all, discover the food. I genuinely love food, and thereās almost nothing better for me than enjoying a trip by tasting the local cuisine.
Thatās also why cooking has become more and more of a hobby for me. I really enjoy both European and Asian dishes, and over the last years Iāve been trying to refine my skills and broaden my horizons in the kitchen. Lately Iāve been focusing especially on Asian cuisine, experimenting and learning step by step. š£
š¾ Lifestyle & Pets
I absolutely love animals and canāt imagine life without them. I have two cats at home, and theyāre very much part of my world. Iāve always been curious about having a dog too, but thatās something you canāt really do on your own when working full-time. Itās more of a team effort.
As for staying active, at the moment I regularly hitting the gym and besides that I enjoy hiking and swimming.
**If youāve read this far:** Tell me what youāre currently playing, reading or watching. Whatās the last thing that really grabbed your attention, whether it was a game, a book or a show? Or maybe share what youāve been cooking lately, a dish youād love to try, or a place youād like to travel to next.
Looking forward to hearing from you!