Star Trek has been popular for over 40 years now, with a varied and widespread following. Yet anyone who watches Star Trek is labelled a Trekkie. Is this a fond or offensive term? As a Star Trek Fan, here are some of my objections to the term Trekkie.
Trekkies
Often used by non Trek fans to make fun of those who like the show.
Fan
Everyone is a fan of something. It is seen as a good thing to enjoy a series.
Trekkies
Believe Star Trek is the only science fiction show worthy of their attention.
Fans
Enjoy a variety of different science fiction shows.
Trekkies
Believe Kirk is a real person and would like to see him win a Nobel Peace Prize and various other awards.
Fans
Realise Kirk is played by an actor who needs help with his… timing… indelivering..a....dramaticspeech.
Trekkies
Get withdrawal symptoms when Star Trek isn’t on.
Fans
Can miss an episode without crying and go out and socialise with friends. Some of which hate Star Trek!
Trekkies
Can get disturbingly cult like and idolise the show.
Fans
Have other interests, even outdoor ones. Seeing Star Trek as just an extra bit of fun.
Trekkies
Treasure every minute of Star Trek.
Trekkies
Hated the cancellation of Enterprise.
Fans
We're grateful for the cancellation of Enterprise and wish the same had happened to Voyager.
Fans
Realize there are several bad episodes and many cringe worthy moments. Accepting that no shows is perfect and a lot of bad decisions were made.
Trekkies
Believe Star Trek pyjamas are sexy.
Fans
Actually have wives/husbands.
I hope this clears up any confusion over the two groups.
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