Bam's Age: A Totally Scientific (Not Really) Investigation
Okay, let's talk about Bam. The sweet, sometimes clueless, incredibly powerful protagonist of Tower of God.
And let’s tackle the burning question: How old is he, really?
Officially? A number. Like, a confirmed-by-the-author number. But let's be honest, that's boring.
The "Official" Answer: A Grain of Salt
The story tells us Bam was locked away. He was in a dark cave. For a long time.
Then, he enters the Tower. He seems like a teenager, right? A naive one, at that.
But...time works differently in the Tower. So, the official number might be a straight up lie. Or at least, a really weird interpretation of what "age" even means.
My Unpopular Opinion: He's Mentally Ancient
Here's where I throw caution to the wind. I think Bam's way older than he seems.
Hear me out! That cave wasn't just a dark room. It was a mental training ground. A place for...stuff.
All that isolation? All that "nothingness"? That changes a person. Makes them wise (or completely bonkers).
Exhibit A: His Patience (Sometimes)
Bam has the patience of a saint. Even when people are actively trying to betray him. Or manipulate him.
Sure, he gets mad sometimes. But mostly he's like, "Okay, I'll give you another chance." Who does that?
Someone who’s seen some things. Someone who's learned that revenge is a dish best served…ignored, probably.
Exhibit B: His Power Surge
Then, there's the power. Sure, he's got the whole Irregular thing going on. Born outside the Tower, destined to be OP.
But it's more than that. He absorbs power fast. Like, crazy fast.
Maybe he's not learning. Maybe he's remembering. Unlocking potential that was already there, buried under layers of forced amnesia and self-doubt.
Exhibit C: He's Just...Different
There's something ethereal about Bam. He seems disconnected from the usual Tower politics. And pettiness.
He sees the bigger picture. Even when he doesn’t quite understand it. It's like he's operating on a different plane of existence.
Or maybe he's just got really, really good intuition. Which comes with, you guessed it, experience.
The Verdict: Older Than Your Grandma (Probably)
So, how old is Bam? I say, older than he looks. Way older.
Maybe he's not physically ancient. But mentally, spiritually? He's a freakin' Methuselah.
Of course, I could be wrong. Maybe he's just a really good kid. But where's the fun in that?
"Age is just a number," said Bam, probably. While secretly channeling the wisdom of a thousand lifetimes.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go ponder the mysteries of immortality. And maybe re-read Tower of God for the tenth time.