--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I used to be really into these when I was…" description: "\"“I used to be really into these when I was a kid,” Nine says. “Now I’m more into the real thing. You want to join us?” Five raises an eyebrow. “The rea..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/23d/pittacus-lore-1736_replies_i-used-to-be-really-into-these-when-i-wa_2983705.jpg" --- # I used to be really into these when I was a kid,” Nine… ![“I used to be really into these when I was a kid,” Nine says. “Now I’m more into the real thing. You want to join us?” Five raises an eyebrow. “The real thing? We’re going to go kill some soldiers in um—?” He squints at the open case for the video game. “World War Two. I guess my Earth history must…” quote by Pittacus Lore](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/23d/pittacus-lore-1736_replies_i-used-to-be-really-into-these-when-i-wa_2983705.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/23d/pittacus-lore-1736_replies_i-used-to-be-really-into-these-when-i-wa_2983705.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/23d/pittacus-lore-1736_replies_i-used-to-be-really-into-these-when-i-wa_2983705.jpg) > ““I used to be really into these when I was a kid,” Nine says. “Now I’m more into the real thing. You want to join us?” Five raises an eyebrow. “The real thing? We’re going to go kill some soldiers in um—?” He squints at the open case for the video game. “World War Two. I guess my Earth history must be spotty because I thought that was all over.” “We’re going to train,” Nine replies, unamused. “From what I heard about Arkansas, it sounds like your game could use some work.”” [Pittacus Lore](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/pittacus-lore/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A character reflects on shifting from video games to real combat, highlighting immaturity and misunderstanding of war. **In simple terms:** Kid likes games, now wants real war. Key Takeaway Recognize the difference between fantasy and reality. Themes immaturity war reality gaming misunderstanding Mood cynical reflective Type dialogue fictional When to use this quote - video game discussions - military recruitment - education on conflict - media literacy Key Concepts psychology culture media influence Questions to Reflect On - Do you distinguish between virtual and real conflict? - How does media shape our view of war? 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