It’s Valentine’s Day! In the spirit of the holiday we here at 4LN thought it would be a great idea to give you some weird and cool gift ideas for the nerd in your life. Whether you’re with someone or not today these are still really cool, and odd, gifts. So buy them for someone you love, or for yourself. It’s always good to love yourself right? Here we go.
1. I love you/ I know Cufflinks:
Ever girl loves a sharp dressed man right? These cufflinks are the perfect thing for the Han in your life to take his suit to the next level this Valentine’s day.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/162a/
2. I Heart Heart Doctor Who Shirt
I’m not a huge fan of the “I (pictograph) Direct Object” shirts, but seeing as my wife has an affinity for The Doctor, I thought this was a very clever shirt. At $21.99 it’s a great I <3 your nerdiness gift.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ea48/
3. Super-lady Undies.
Ladies… buy these for the nerd in your life. The gift is seeing you in them.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/f218/
4. Leisure Deck Robes
Maybe your Valentine’s day will be spent on the leisure deck of the S.S. Enterprise, or just on your couch watching Star Trek with your loved one (or alone). Either way, these bath robes help to put you in that fantasy location you always wished you could visit.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/e73b/
Available in Spock, Scotty, or Uhura
For those with a taste for the finer fabrics
*Bonus—Uhura Satin Robe http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/18cb/
5. Hello Sweetie Shirt- Doctor Who
Look, I’m one of those guys that has a spouse that loves Doctor Who and I’m not all that interested, but I do know who Amy Pond is and thought my wife would think this is cool. So yeah….
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/11a7/
6. DC Valentine Story
Most of you probably already know about this comic, but in case you missed it DC has released Young Romance: A New 52 Valentine’s Day Special. It’s filled with stories about Aquaman spoiling his wife, Wonder Woman seeking counsel about her feelings for the Man of Steel and other fun stories of our favorite super heroes and their romantic adventures. You can’t order this online, so go local and support a comic shop.
Go Here to find your nearest comic shop.
7. Darth Father
Being a dad, I’m always a sucker for these kind of things. What better way to give a gift of your love of your man, his fatherhood, and his nerdom than with this awesome Darth Vader father sculpture. It’s a little pricey, but very cool.
http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/product_p/80396.htm
8. The Nerdy Baker
What’s Valentine’s Day without sweets? What better way to celebrate your nerdy baker than some nerdy cookie cutters? If you’re anything like me, we love to throw small premier parties for TV shows and what not. These are awesome for just that occasion.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/CookiePrints
9. Batman Motorcycle Helmet
Look… I know I don’t drive a motorcycle, and yes this is very expensive, but fandom doesn’t have limits. This is awesome. I think could just sit around in my underwear at the house playing Arkham: Origins all day with this on. Too Cool.
http://www.helmetdawg.com/Products.php
10. Muscle Up Shirt
Has your man, or lady that’s really into bulking up, been hitting it hard at the gym, but not getting the desired results. Well… now you can give them a boost of ego and cheat a little. This shirt, as you can see from the picture, has the desired muscle built in. Maybe they’re not where they want to be in their fitness yet, but this could be a good (or really bad) way to encourage them.
http://www.funkybod.com/funkybod-purchase.html
11. Moving Rorschach Ink Blot Masks
This is just TOO FREAKIN’ COOL. You’ll understand after you watch the video, and if you have any huge Watchmen fans in your life they will love you for this. It’s only $30 and totally worth every penny.
http://www.rorschachmasks.com/products.html
12. Zombie Tomahawk
You wife is going to need something to bash, smash, and hack all those Zombies with when the Apocalypse happens. Buy this and ensure her, and the human race, survival. What better way to say I love you?
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008FO5CXS//ref=cm_sw_su_dp?tag=duiwath-20
13.Make Your Fridge Bigger on The Inside
This takes “breath, EAT, sleep” to a whole new level. Make your fridge bigger on the inside with this awesome wrap.
http://glasssculpture.org/artglass/holiday/police-box.html
14. Assassin’s Creed Jacket
To all the fans of Assassin’s Creed your lover will look amazing in this jacket. To everyone else who is oblivious to the video game that is Assassin’s Creed, they might confuse them for the ring leader of a circus. It’s available in different colors, and is super cool.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AHTCB42//ref=cm_sw_su_dp?tag=duiwath-20
15. Don’t forget the dagger
If you buy Assassin’s Creed jacket for your loved one, you might as well equip them with the hidden dagger. A psychotic evaluation may be necessary before gifting though, this could come back to haunt you.
http://www.amazon.com/Assassins-Auditore-Gauntlet-Hidden-Replica/dp/B009TJV6D8/ref=cts_ap_1_fbt
16. Periodic Table of Middle Earth
New level of Nerdom: Chemistry and Lord of the Rings. Perfect for the Elvin Chemist in your life.
http://shop.legendarium.me/The-Periodic-Table-of-Middle-earth-OLP01-0007.htm
17. Zombie Survival Kit
Lastly, buy this Zombie Kit to ensure that you both go down fighting together. This is a 3 day zombie survival kit and it’s the best way to say “Til death do we part.”
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009R7LQQE//ref=cm_sw_su_dp?tag=duiwath-20
Hope you all have a great Valentine’s day.
Sincerely,
Cody