Video Game Therapy
The Bomberman Session
Today, famed video game character, Bomberman visits Dr. Sane to discuss his
problems. Let us listen in and see if the good doctor can help Bomberman.
Dr. Sane - Welcome...ummm. Bomberman is it?
Bomberman - Yeah, that's my name. And that is also my problem.
Dr. Sane - It is an unusual name. So tell me about your problem.
Bomberman - As I said Doc, it's my name. In the past, it was cool being called
Bomberman. In fact it was really cool. I had a series of popular games and
people liked me. Even the chicks digged a man with a dangerous name. But now
people are afraid of me. With the problems in the world, being called Bomberman
is a major hassle.
Dr. Sane - I see, please elaborate.
Bomberman - For starters, ever try getting a flight with a name like Bomberman?
No airline will sell me a ticket. The minute they see my name, they call
security. I have spent more nights in holding cells than I care to remember. And
the strip searches are so humiliating.
Dr. Sane - I can see how that could be a problem.
Bomberman - Pardon the pun, but my love life is a bomb. What woman wants to
become Mrs. Bomberman? I have not had a date in five years. I wish people would
understand that I am not a terrorist, I am a video game character.
Dr. Sane - Have you thought of changing your name?
Bomberman - I have but I am under contract. Hudson Soft owns my name and
likeness. I signed a lifetime contract and now I am stuck. It is horrible.
Dr. Sane - Why not quit being Bomberman?
Bomberman - Like I said, I have a contract. I have been paid well and if I
change my name or quit being Bomberman, they can take back all the money I have
been paid. And I am not ready to become poor.
Dr. Sane - Have you contacted an attorney?
Bomberman - Ever call an attorney and tell him your name is Bomberman? Last time
I did that, it was on the news. They mistook my call for a bomb threat. It's not
fair.
Dr. Sane - This is a very involved problem. Next time you come, please bring a
copy of your contract. Maybe I can help you find a loophole to get out of this.
Bomberman - Thanks Doc, I really need some help before I blow. Oops, sorry. You
can come out from under the desk.