straight edge

Beliefs ushered in through the lyrics and then-beliefs of Ian Mackaye (Teen Idles, Minor Threat era). Although he exclaims fervently that he did not mean to start a movement, and defended himself in the second version of "Out of Step", it did spark a movement. Basic Beliefs: No drinking No smoking No promiscuous sex Newer Innovations: Atheism - idea of "think don't pray" Veganism / Vegetarianism Exemption from Painkillers, Caffine etc. Hardline Ethic Symbols: xXx - supposedly for each of the main beliefs sXe - straight edge abbreviation X on the hands - typically seen at shows x *lame screename* x - seen in every aim window Types of Edge Kids: 1) The one who knows straight edge is a personal lifestyle and keeps his beliefs to himself 2) Pseudo edge kid, who puts x's on his hands at every show, goes vegan, and sells out the following month 3) Hardline kid - tries to force edge on others, just a meathead who has no idea of the positive nature straight edge is supposed to be Edge Bands: Gorilla Biscuits Chain of Strength Judge Strife Earth Crisis xLimpwristx Champion Have Heart Allegiance Carry On