Well I woke up this morning and for some reason my Google Stories felt the need to tell me it was Dan's birthday. And for some reason, I felt the need to make this thread. Let's all wish Dan a Happy Birthday and share our favorite moments from the one and only, Dan Ryckert:

It's a good prank. And an interesting prelude that would become the saga of Ryckert at Giant Bomb. Although I do feel bad for the guy that brought two vitamin waters.

Lastly, a formal request that this thread can not turn into a Dan bashing thread. There are other threads for that. And while we can poke fun at his uniqueness of course, keep it civil and fun. Happy Birthday, Dan!

Happy birthday to a hilarious man who is maybe the best sport in the world about being the butt of jokes.

Oh he's a Gemini...that actually explains a lot!

Have a happy wa-birthday! The site would not be the same without ya.

Happy birthday Dan, you are an inspiration.

Cool, its my birthday today too. My 30th I might add.

Happy Birthday Dan!