In a recent episode of the talk show “Conan O’Brien,” Andy Richter and Sona engaged in a hilarious conversation on “The Andy Richter Call-In Show.” The hosts hilariously discussed Sona‘s experience with a strange boss during her time working at a diner.
Sona recounted her time working at a night shift at a breakfast diner. The atmosphere was laid-back, with few customers coming in. However, one summer, a peculiar employee joined their crew. This man happened to be a full-time professional Renaissance Fair guy, who took on the temporary role at the diner while the fair was in town.
Describing his appearance, Sona highlighted the typical Renaissance Fair character clichés. He sported a goatee, small glasses, and long straight black hair. And yes, he was also stinky. But in a place where everyone seemed to emit peculiar odors, it wasn’t particularly out of the ordinary.
What made this employee truly remarkable was his commitment to his Renaissance Fair persona. He would often show up to work wearing tunics, helmets, or other fair-related gear. One time, he even brought in a huge two-handed Claymore sword just to show off to people. This left Sona and her colleagues astounded.
But the strangest aspect of this man was his behavior towards teenage girls. Whenever Sona brought her friends to the diner, he would make a beeline for their table and start speaking seductively in Elvish. Yes, you read that right. Elvish. The girls, who were only 16 at the time, were uncomfortable with the advances, but being teenagers, they had no concept of healthy interaction. To cope with the situation, they decided to call him “Commander Worf,” which infuriated him.
Despite their discomfort, they could only speculate about the man’s intentions and motives. Sona emphasized that healthy relationships never start with catcalling or inappropriate behavior on the streets. They couldn’t imagine any love stories that began with someone complimenting body parts and forming a connection from there. It was clear that this Renaissance Fair guy had taken things too far and missed the mark entirely.
The hosts chimed in on their fascination with the world of Renaissance Fairs and its traveling component. While there are local enthusiasts who get involved on a Burning Man-like level, there are also vendors who travel from place to place. It’s not just a weekend affair; some people have even built a business around it, given its widespread popularity.
Andy Richter shared a personal anecdote of driving to Wisconsin for a commercial and coming across a Renaissance Fair. In need of a baby elephant for the shoot, he took Polaroids of the elephant at the fair but unfortunately didn’t end up hiring it. This painted a comical image of a baby elephant casually present at a Renaissance Fair—a sight you wouldn’t necessarily associate with the medieval-themed event.
In conclusion, Sona‘s encounter with the Renaissance Fair guy at the diner offered a glimpse into the world of peculiar characters that exist within this unique subculture. The story left everyone wondering about the man’s fate and whether he had ended up in prison or perhaps even had a hand in creating Game of Thrones. It’s safe to say that the Renaissance Fair guy should probably stick to his world of knights and minstrels, leaving the workplace interactions to more appropriate and respectful settings.
