| Code | Category | Meaning |
| GoSB5$MA3 | Profession & Education: | Expertise in Small Business (GoSB5) learned through experience, and it’s my paid profession. Interest or training in Manual Arts (MA3)with some formal study started and possibly ongoing |
| TYyuGlFe | Goth Aesthetic (“Look”): | Hybrid aesthetic that blends: Work – a polished, professional, or urban style (yu). Club – a love for glamorous, over-the-top gothic fashion (Gl), and a strong fetishwear influence (Fe) |
| PPeSh | Goth Personality Type: | PerkyGoff (Pe) – upbeat, energetic, and not afraid to be joyfully weird in a scene that often leans toward the morose.ShyGoth (Sh) – reserved or introverted, especially around new people, but may open up once comfortable. |
| B10/50]3″4 | Boots: | Not especially vulgar or especially refined—I blend in socially. (V5) Adaptable in tone and behavior depending on the context. Reserved in one setting, and a little more unfiltered in another. (s) |
| cNr(Lbr)-u8 | Hair Color, Style & Length: | Red dyed hair (Nr), with a natural light brown base (Lbr), styled upward (u), mid-back length (8) |
| V5s | Vulgarity: | Self-perceived Goth Status (6) = confident in my goth identity—not trying to dominate the scene, but no newbie either. How People Judge You (!) = Look, vibe, words, presence—it all reads goth. When You Got Into the Scene (0392) = March 1992 – early enough to have seen the tail end of the first wave revival, and definitely OG by internet standards.How You Got Into the Scene (A) =“Somehow my general inherent angsty persona seemed to draw me into it as soon as I saw it.” |
| M3 | Music Affinity: | I have a pretty decent CD/record/cassette collection. (M3) |
| ZGoTeiFadClExc | Music Taste: | Rooted in goth (Go), but branches into industrial techno. (Tei) An affection for disco. (Fad) I appreciate the grandeur of classical music. (Cl) especially when it veers into the experimental. (Exc) |
| C5 | Cyberpunkiness / Technology Aptitude: | “It can take a little time, but I can work out these new-fangled gadgets and sorta enjoy it… kinda.” |
| a24-(18) | Age: | I am 24 years old, but people often say I look younger than my actual age. Most people think I’m 18 (and at least five people have told me this). [- (18)] |
| n5F | Nutrition & Eating Habits: | You’re not overly picky or health-obsessed—you eat when you’re hungry and don’t overthink it. Food is fuel, not a lifestyle. (n5)You tend to grab food on the go—maybe due to a busy schedule, convenience, or just a preference for not cooking. (f) |
| b55 | Body shape/build: | Not a gym rat, but not out of shape either. (5)I don’t consider myself particularly thin or particularly large—just comfortably in the middle. (5) |
| H155 | Height: | 155cm (5’1”) |
| g6!0392A | Pretentiousness (are you Gothier-Than-Thou?): | 4 ear piercings (E4a) Zero tattoos (@Z) I only make an effort at parties and nightclub outings if they’re special occasions. (4) |
| mEa4@Z4 | Makeup and Body Art: | “I find it incredibly boring when people try to drag politics into conversations.” (3)ZZZZZz = Skip the rest. “I’m not engaging with the rest of this political questionnaire.” |
| w7T | How “weird” you seem to normals: | “I’m a bit weirder than most other goths I know.” (7)People find my thoughts, ideas, or the things I say to be especially strange or unexpected. (T) |
| v3M | Vampirism: | “I think people who act like vampires are utter fools and ignore them whenever possible.” (3)Modifier: “I read or watch anything in the media that’s vampire related.” (M) I’m not above a little Dracula or Anne Rice, even if I roll my eyes at the real-life imitators. |
| r3E | Religion: | “I know I don’t believe in God. I don’t really mind what you think about it… your choice.” (3) “I have a strict code of ethics.” 9E) Even without religious belief, I live by a strong internal moral compass. |
| p3ZZZZZz | Politics: | I actively seek out goths, but not obsessively. (6) Desired Traits in a Partner: St = StrutterGoth – confident, stylish, and scene-savvy Mo = MopeyGoth – emotionally deep, introspective, maybe a little tragic P = Punk – rebellious, raw, and anti-authoritarian G = GrungeyGoth – messy, melancholic, and authentic Romantically drawn to people who are visibly expressive, emotionally complex, and a little rough around the edges. I like confidence with a side of vulnerability. |
| D26 | Drugs & Alcohol: | “I hate illegal drug use amongst my friends and I usually end up giving them lectures about it.” (2)Legal Intoxicants (like alcohol): “I’ve tried it (or would like to) and enjoyed it, but I don’t think it’s my thing, really.” (6) |
| h6(StMoPG) | Hawkishness: | In a relationship with a primary partner (Sr), not available for a new primary partnership (N) not available for casual sex or one-night stands (n) |
| sF10M | Sexuality: | I am female (F)100% heterosexual (10)Monogamous (M) |
| SrNn | Relationship Status: | In a relationship with a primary partner (Sr), not available for a new primary partnership (N)Not available for casual sex or one-night stands (n) |
| k6BSMpWT | Kinkiness: | “I’ll try anything once, often twice!” (6) Activities I Sometimes Engage In: – B = Bondage – S = Sadism – M = Masochism – p = Heavy petting – W = Wrestling for control / rough play – T = Temperature play (e.g., wax, heat, cold) |
| N0991JN | Net Presence: | I began your online journey in March 1996 (0396)I write publicly accessible HTML on my web page (H)I participate in scene-related newsgroups (N)I browse the web, but don’t always leave a trace (W) |
| RflS | Household: | Flat in a small-sized building (fs)Smallish household (1–3 people) (S) |
| LusMA9 | Location: | Location: us (United States), MA (Massachusetts) – I live in the inner city (9) |