Warm-up your imagination and stretch your picture taking finger, the Selfie Olympics will put you to the test. Image Source: pinterest.com
The “Selfie Olympics” or “Selfie Game” is a trending Twitter sport that challenges participants to post the most creative Selfie possible. Actual athleticism is not a requirement; the true competitive advantage comes from imagination and resourcefulness. The Selfie Olympics has quickly captured the imagination of the Twitterati attracting over 100,000 followers in just a few months.
The bathroom division of the Selfie Olympics requires originality and some athleticism to make the most of the limited space. Image Source: businessinsider.com
A scroll through the Twitter feed will find Selfies displaying athletic prowess, crazy staging, and outright genius. Odd angles and props are definitely popular as is the old-school MySpace bathroom mirror shot. But be warned, the competition is stiff in the bathroom division, you will have to bring your A-game to upstage the Twitter-letes that have dominated this genre.
Peace Dog with Hoodie. Disheveled bed, contemplative furry brow, provocative peace sign – what is Peace Dog trying to say? Image Source: www.sfgate.com
With all the popularity of the Selfie Games many copycat sites and urban legends have popped-up around the activity. Reports of injury and even death have been falsely attributed to the game. But looking at the pictures it is easy to see why they are ripe for embellishment and that just may be part of the attraction of the game. For example, what is Peace Dog with Hoodie thinking? Is Peace Dog making a social statement or just rolling out of bed after a long night? How about Pokémon Fireman King? What series of events has led to the armed cartoon figure in the background and the Fireman King holding court in a ball-pit with his court jester? Questions like this are part of the game and may say more about the viewer than the taker. Whether you are an aspiring Twitter-lete or an avid spectator, the pictures will draw you in, make you think, and maybe even inspire.
The Pokémon Fireman King holds court in a colorful ball-pit. Political commentary or social mockery? Image Source: smosh.com
If you want to participate in the Olympics or just view the pictures try the following handles: @SelfyGames or @WorthALaugh
