Genie: Gregory J Robinson Jr
What character did you dress up as and why?
Funny enough, it was initially MC Hammer, but after talking with Weston, the Genie was born. I wanted to represent the magical side of Halloween outside of the guts and gore that it’s become.
What was your first Halloween costume/memory?
I never celebrated Halloween as a kid due to Christian beliefs, but as an adult my favorite memory so far is actually having matching costumes with my girlfriend.
Favorite Halloween treat?
Snickers. EASY!!!
Favorite haunted house?
House of Torment. I’m not one to be scared of them, but since I’ve been dragged there every year, somehow I’ve grown to like it.
Favorite scary movie?
IT Part 1 & 2
Scariest situation you’ve been in?
Going SkyDiving when I was scared of heights.
Anything else you may want to add?
I just want to thank everyone that was involved in the shoot for making it such a memorable and enjoyable experience with this being my first photoshoot ever.
Genie
In Western culture, the genie comes from “The Thousand and One Nights”, or “Arabian Nights” as it is known in the English edition. In these stories, genies were often trapped in lamps or bottles, and releasing them could either bring fortune or danger to the person who freed them.
Key Attributes and Powers
- Invisibility or Shapeshifting: A genie can become invisible at will or take on various forms, including those of humans, animals, or even inanimate objects. This ability allows them to interact with the world in covert ways or deceive people.
- Free Will: Unlike angels, genies are typically depicted as having free will, meaning they can choose to be good or evil.
- Immortality: Genies are often immortal or have extremely long lifespans.
- Wish-Granting: As depicted in Western folklore, genies will grant three wishes to the person who frees or possesses them.
- Immense Strength: Often described as possessing superhuman strength and endurance, allowing them to accomplish physical feats impossible for ordinary humans.
