Aaron Klaassen

Aaron Klaassen

Co-founder / Podcaster / Blogger - SuperPod Network

🧟‍♂️ Galactic NecroLord Supreme 🧟‍♂️

Co-founder of SuperPod Network / Co-host of SuperPod Saga / Co-host of Retro Rehab / Blogger

Normally located behind the dryer, feasting on a McRib. I love coffee, sitcoms, video games, and cruising through the internet.

I'm a total goblinslut for JRPGs, puzzle games, and roguelikes. RIP Earthbound 64.

Top 3 Favorite Games:

Final Fantasy IX 

Earthbound

Steamworld Heist

Top 3 Favorite Yu-Gi-Oh Decks:

Rescue-ACE + Diabellstar

Myutant + Thunder Dragon 

Fossil Fusion + Adamancipator

Top 3 Favorite Shows:

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

King of the Hill

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure


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