I think Eagleon just won.
i'm going to build your expectations up so high, you'll expect something absolutely incredible. something so amazing you'll be awed by my brilliance. and then, when you see what it truly is, you'll be utterly stupefied by how it exceeds every preconceived notion you've developed.
Also, more relationship advice: sarcasm is not a humor substitute. It really depends on the person though. Generic joke telling is best saved for your guy friends. I found light hearted inside jokes/games to be the best. Remember that women have a completely different sense of humor than you're probably used to, so tread lightly.
You must be doing it wrong, but women appreciate my sarcasm and dubious wit far more than men do.
I'd agree--though I cant say for Grakelins, heh--I've always thought girl humor is far more based on irony and wordplay then mens, which seems to revolve around crude jokes and insults.
Everyone's going to have their own experiences on what kind of humor to use around women, though I will say that sarcasm is definitely a substitute for "men's humor". In fact, almost anything would be an acceptable substitute. Avoid at all costs.
you are fantasizing some grand romantic plot to manipulate this person into liking you
I'd say he's subject to a subconscious desire to present himself, the compulsion to throw himself headfirst into the selection process. Females are very selective and must choose only the best mates while males have pissing contests, show off, and can go through as many possible mates as fast as possible. Hence, guys have macho theatrical moves designed with the intent of getting a mate that incidentally will have him going from potential to next potential pretty fast. Or at least that's the explanation I'm told, but this still makes no sense in modern times, which I guess is just because it's that recent these things have really really changed from the standpoint I'm thinking of.
Oh, also, I'm just assuming your age and schooling here, but if you are where I think you are, it is imperative that you learn to think about and analyze all of your actions and interactions from someone else's perspective. Incidentally, the ability to understand and analyze your own compulsions to any degree is good as well. A girlfriend (or at the least friend that is a girl) around your age is good practice. You have to learn to be very self aware socially and build many connections, both of which will come in handy later. In fact, the practice is probably more important than this girl. The fact you had to ask the internet tells me you need the practice.