Lol i feel like I'm a bit younger than a fandom Olde (proper olde, like zines and the 90s) but I got into fandom and had such a great experience on a little ship specific forum that also had affiliate links to other ships in the fandom -- it didn't have to be a fight! At least not in our corner. And you could appreciate other characters and ships too! It was low key and fun. I do miss it, but I'm glad I was able to have it. I'm just a bit reluctant to participate actively in fandom these days because it seems to require more involvement (and drama) than I care to indulge in.