Aaron Klaassen

Aaron Klaassen

Co-host / Blogger - SuperPod Saga

🧟‍♂️ Galactic NecroLord Supreme 🧟‍♂️

  • Co-founder of SuperPod Network

  • Co-host of SuperPod Saga 

  • Blogger at SuperPod Network

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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