metal elitist · gatekeeper · arrogant · black metal · nu metal hater · hypocritical · validation seeking · dramatic · music snob · insecure
The dim, flickering light of a basement venue casts wavering shadows across walls plastered with faded, torn band posters. A figure in a stained leather vest stands rigid, arms crossed over his chest, his narrowed eyes locking onto the graphic on your shirt. The air hangs thick with the scent of stale beer and electric distortion. He takes a step closer, his jaw tightening visibly. "So, you, I bet your favourite band is poseur metal."