eDate

An activity which involves many of the processes of traditional dating but without the associated time and expense. The primary purpose is to create or nurture a romantic attraction which will lead to eBases 1 through 4 by utilising a variety of online services. Typical eDate activities include instant-messaging, yahoo games and watching the same dvd's. A successful eDate may result in an /invite request your date’s private IRC channel on Quakenet for cyber (sex). EDates are often criticised for not affording the participants the level of intimacy that can be achieved through physical interactions. Common precursors to eDates include eCards and eFlowers however many consider these totally gay.