15 gift ideas for your favorite geek
Written by Les Rivières | November 19, 2018
Do you have someone at home who knows the name of every superhero? Who knows the difference between Captain America and Ironman? Who would like to transform themselves into a cartoon character every day and who comes up with names and incomprehensible words like kryptonite?
Chances are you have a geek on your hands! Not always easy to enter their magical world to find a gift they’ll like? Here are our best gift ideas for your favorite geek, from children to adults.
For children
1. A book to find out everything about superheroes
It’s THE bible for everything you need to know about your favorite DC superheroes. No need to say more.
DC COMICS – ULTIMATE CHARACTER GUIDE
$52.00 (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières store)
2. A strategy board game
Will you trust the aircraft captain all the way to the end? In the game Clestia, participants set off on a team adventure to discover hidden treasures. At each turn, they will have to decide whether to stay on board with their captain to go further or to go down and explore the city. The aim is to become the richest adventurer.
CELESTIA
$39.99, 8 years and over (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
3. A 3D puzzle
A puzzle is good, but in 3D it’s much better! Imagine if the objective is to build a Dragon Ball character. Nothing is more motivating. The youngest children will need a little help, but it’s a great activity to do with the family.
DRAGON BALL PUZZLE
$11.99 (on sale at the EB Games des Rivières store)
4. Stickers to decorate your room
Easy to add to a child’s bedroom, treat your geek to their favorite characters. Several characters are available in several formats too.
MURAL STICKERS
Between $4.99 and $29.99 (on sale at the Rivières Imaginaire shop
5. Hoodie
It’s a classic, but it’s always a winner! For your teenager, consider getting a slightly more neutral hoodie.
6. Backpack
A motivation to get up in the morning for school? Maybe! A backpack in the colors of a video game or superheroes.
BACKPACK
$45.99 (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières store)
7. Board games
Is your teenager a fan of strategy games AND superheroes? We have just the thing for him! The classic Avengers themed Risk game. Guaranteed success!
RISK – MARVEL CIVIL WAR
$44.99(on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
8. A book on manga
Is he passionate about manga? Introduce him to the whole history of modern manga. A comprehensive book that will teach him more about the history and current events of Japan over the past 62 years.
HISTOIRE(S) DU MANGA MODERNE
48.95 $ (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
9. A Fortnite sweater
Not just for guys who like online games! We’re offering your favorite geek a nice sweater.
FORTNITE SWEATER
$24.99 (on sale at the EB Games des Rivières store)
For adult geeks
10. Coffee mug
If you’re going to drink your favorite hot drink, you might as well do it with the image of your favorite video game. This Zelda mug will take you back to your childhood.
LEGEND OF ZELDA, THE – TRAVEL MUG
21.99 $ (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
11. T-shirt
Available in a range of models and colors, there is bound to be a T-shirt depicting his childhood (or current!) idols. An inexpensive gift, but much appreciated!
HULK T-SHIRT
$16.99 (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
12. Alarm clock
Back to the 90s! Will your geek be able to wake up any easier? We love the originality of this classic alarm clock.
GAME BOY ALARM CLOCK
$44.99 (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières store)
13. Accessories
Socks are simple and always useful. We have a soft spot for nostalgic designs reminiscent of the first video games.
MARIO BROS SOCKS
$8.99 (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
14. Ice cube tray
Is the geek in your life the type to organize video game nights? He will certainly need ice cubes to add to his refreshments. From large to small, you’ll have something for all tastes and all movies and video games!
STAR WARS – SILICONE MOULD – R2-D2
14.98 $ (on sale at the Imaginaire des Rivières shop)
15. Superhero stationery
Does your geek tend to forget to take notes? Or would you like to leave him notes to remind him to pick up the children from school? Maybe he’ll be more motivated if the reminders are in the colors of his favorite superheroes?
SUPERHERO NOTES
$4.99 (on sale at the EB Games des Rivières store)
16. The complete Batman box set
Has he always been a Batman fan? Treat him to THE complete box set of the deluxe edition of the animated series. It even comes with 3 little figurines!
FULL ANIMATED SERIES OF BATMAN
Price in store, available at Sunrise des Rivières record stores
To wrap all these beautiful gifts, check out our article 5 simple and original gift wraps to make yourself.
Has this article given you any gift ideas for your geek? Visit our specialty shops, they’re full of inspiration for all tastes!
