- Pirates versus Ninjas
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- This entry is about the Internet meme. For the Xbox Live Arcade and Wii videogames, see Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball.
Pirates vs. Ninjas is a comedic Internet[1] and gaming[2][3] meme regarding a theoretical conflict between pirates and ninjas, generally including arbitrary "debate" over which side would win in a fight. The meme is sometimes referred to as PvN and has a long history on the Internet.[4] Humorist Jake Kalish writes (in the pro-ninja column) that the reason for the popularity of the meme is that "pirates and ninjas are both cool, but kind of opposite, see, because one is loud and the other ... never mind."[5] Several competitive web sites and games based upon the ninjas vs. pirates theme appeared later, including Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball [6]. The meme has also inspired literature, including eBooks. [7]
Ninja supporters hold the position that a ninja would win over a pirate because of his superior mental and physical capabilities. Those who support pirates argue that a pirate's use of both sword and gun would ensure his victory in battle [8]. A real-life confrontation has never been recorded in history, and there is no evidence to suggest that pirates and ninjas existed during the same time period. The debate has accumulated a wide following in cyberculture nonetheless. A wide array of YouTube videos, websites, and online debate forums can be linked to the pirate vs. ninja conflict.
References
- ^ [1] Pirate-vs.-ninja debate rages March 31, 2007. Brian D. Crecente, Rocky Mountain News
- ^ [2] Indianapolis Monthly Aug 2006 p.252
- ^ Charleston's CharCon attracts hundreds of gamers Chip Ellis. Possibly originated from the Facebook game "Pirates vs. Ninjas". October 24, 2009. Charleston Gazzette.
- ^ Pirates vs. Ninjas: Which Side Are You On? by Andrea Seabrook July 7, 2006 National Public Radio.
- ^ Santa Vs. Satan: The Official Compendium of Imaginary Fights By Jake Kalish p. 183
- ^ Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball heads to Wii Lydia Sung - Thursday, August 28th, 2008 Neoseeker.com
- ^ Smashwords- Pirates Versus Ninjas- A Book By Andy Marlow Andy Marlow - Sunday, 2nd October, 2011 Smashwords.com
- ^ Curtis Silver, "Great Geek Debates: Pirates vs Ninja (GeekDad Wayback Machine)", "Wired.com", September 19, 2011
External links
- Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball by Escapist Magazine's Andy Chalk. 24 Aug 2007
- Smashwords- Pirates Versus Ninjas- A Book By Andy Marlow by independent Author Andy Marlow. 2 October 2011
Categories:- Internet memes
- Ninja parody
- Fictional rivalries
- Piracy in fiction
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