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{{Infobox|image=Ahoyt.jpg|imageDesc=Josh posing for a glamour shot at Hoyt-Schermerhorn Station|name=Joshua Paul Block|Knownas=WorldOfTShirts • Captain • Clone • WorldOfOneShirt • The King of New York|timeActive=2019 - present|DOB=7th August, 2001|HeightnWeight=5'8" (173cm) 144lbs (65kg)|Nationality=American|Race=White|Gender=Male|Parents= | {{Infobox|image=Ahoyt.jpg|imageDesc=Josh posing for a glamour shot at Hoyt-Schermerhorn Station|name=Joshua Paul Block|Knownas=WorldOfTShirts • Captain • Clone • WorldOfOneShirt • The King of New York • Jimmy Shirts|timeActive=2019 - present|DOB=7th August, 2001|HeightnWeight=5'8" (173cm) 144lbs (65kg)|Nationality=American, Italian (Claimed)|Race=White|Gender=Male|Parents=Laura Block, Allen Block|Siblings=Jacob Block|Arcs=Early Life • Adulthood • Coffee and Boba Era • Michael Quinn Era • Homeless Era • First Green Hair Arc • Mr. Based Era • Travel Arc • Tony Bame Arc • Second Green Hair Arc}} | ||
'''Joshua Paul Block''', also known as '''[[World of T-Shirts]]''', (born 7 August 2001), is a | '''Joshua Paul "Josh" Block''', also known as '''[[World of T-Shirts]]''', (born 7 August 2001), is a 24 year old [[Autism|autistic]], [[Josh and Mental Health|mentally ill]], [[Alcoholism|alcoholic]], social media "influencer" and [[lolcow]] who is infamous for his many public meltdowns, (referred to as [[Meltdowns|crashouts]] by viewers) and his frequent binge drinking. He initially gained popularity in 2020 on TikTok for skits and later [[Coffee and Boba Era|coffee reviews]], however he later spiraled into [[alcoholism]] and depravity. He currently resides in [[New York City|New York]], although he is technically [[Homeless Era|homeless]]. He is generally unshaven, covered in stains and intoxicated, wandering the streets of whichever city is unfortunate enough to be graced by his drunken presence. He is frequently referred to as the '''Captain''', due to the [[The Captains Hat|captain's hat]] that he is notorious for wearing. | ||
Josh has been unemployed for most of his life likely due to his autism, and has no real hobbies or skills, except drinking colossal amounts of alcohol. He drinks constantly, and has been on a non-stop bender for some years now. His popularity on [[Social Media Accounts|social media]] has led to many [[trolls]] finding him and yelling the catchphrase, [["Put the Fries in the Bag"|"Put the fries in the bag!"]] which | Josh has been unemployed for most of his life likely due to his autism, and has no real hobbies or skills, except drinking colossal amounts of alcohol. He drinks constantly, and has been on a non-stop bender for some years now. His popularity on [[Social Media Accounts|social media]] has led to many [[trolls]] finding him and yelling the catchphrase, [["Put the Fries in the Bag"|"Put the fries in the bag!"]] which commonly triggers him to have a meltdown. Meltdowns involve [[Self Harm|clamping his teeth down on his hand]], waving his arm around in a muppet-like fashion, hitting/kicking/biting/spitting on bystanders, screaming racial [[Josh's Racism|slurs]] or him screaming his well known [[Josh's Catchphrases|phrases]] ("I live paycheck to paycheck!", "You unemployed rat!", "You're fucking with the middle class!" "I've only been to [X amount] of countries!", etc.) | ||
Over the years Josh has been involved with many [[Handlers|managers/enablers]], such as [[Michael Quinn]], [[Jason Itzler|Jason "Mr. Based" Itzler]], or more recently, [[Tony|Tony Bame]]. The work of a manager usually involves providing Josh with an endless flow of alcohol, getting him a hotel room, and attempting to stop his autistic booze fueled rage, although most fail to do the latter, resulting in Josh frequently being involved in altercations, being hospitalized, or being [[Arrests & Encounters with the Law|arrested]]. Josh's main revenue stream is from money that his managers give him, or from his [[Josh's Tour Business|illegal tour business]] that he runs. Josh also has ventured into the [[Music Career|music industry]], showing up at recording studios to sing covers of songs, usually with the words changed so that the song is about alcohol. | Over the years Josh has been involved with many [[Handlers|managers/enablers]], such as [[Michael Quinn]], [[Jason Itzler|Jason "Mr. Based" Itzler]], or more recently, [[Tony|Tony Bame]]. The work of a manager usually involves providing Josh with an endless flow of alcohol, getting him a hotel room, and attempting to stop his autistic booze fueled rage, although most fail to do the latter, resulting in Josh frequently being involved in altercations, being hospitalized, or being [[Arrests & Encounters with the Law|arrested]]. Josh's main revenue stream is from money that his managers give him, or from his [[Josh's Tour Business|illegal tour business]] that he runs. Josh also has ventured into the [[Music Career|music industry]], showing up at recording studios to sing covers of songs, usually with the words changed so that the song is about alcohol. | ||
Josh is well known to have many [[Josh and Mental Health|mental issues]] including autism and paranoia, although many theorize he may have bipolar disorder due to his sudden mood swings, or possible [[Hallucinations "Make it stop" Incident|schizophrenia]] as he has believed in the past that [[16/9/24 Incident|men were after him with knives]]. Josh appears to have little to no inhibitions, he is known to wander the streets drenched in vomit or alcohol, and frequently pees [[Street Pissing Incident|in the street]], [[Beatbox Incident|on the train]] or in his pants. Josh is well known to be [[Animal Cruelty|cruel to animals]], he has [[Fish Stomping Incident|stomped a fish to death]], thrown a fish out a window, and frequently threatens to hit or eat Mr. Based's pets, kicks [[Frankie]] the dog, and asked if he could shoot an emu. Over the years, Josh's [[Homeless Era|lack of | Josh is well known to have many [[Josh and Mental Health|mental health issues]] including autism and paranoia, although many theorize he may have bipolar disorder due to his sudden mood swings, or possible [[Hallucinations "Make it stop" Incident|schizophrenia]] as he has believed in the past that [[16/9/24 Incident|men were after him with knives]]. Josh appears to have little to no inhibitions, he is known to wander the streets drenched in vomit or alcohol, and frequently pees [[Street Pissing Incident|in the street]], [[Beatbox Incident|on the train]] or in his pants. Josh is well known to be [[Animal Cruelty|cruel to animals]], he has [[Fish Stomping Incident|stomped a fish to death]], thrown a fish out a window, and frequently threatens to hit or eat Mr. Based's pets, kicks [[Frankie]] the dog, and asked if he could shoot an emu. Over the years, Josh's [[Homeless Era|lack of accommodation]], [[Josh's Hygiene|unhygienic]] lifestyle, and chronic alcoholism have warped his body to become bloated and bent over, with swollen cheeks, pale skin and a red nose, moldy yellow teeth, and lifeless eyes. | ||
== Early Life == | == Early Life == | ||
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Not much is known about Joshua's early years, and he is known to be an [[Compulsive Lying|unreliable narrator]], although there are some reliable sources. | Not much is known about Joshua's early years, and he is known to be an [[Compulsive Lying|unreliable narrator]], although there are some reliable sources. | ||
Joshua Paul Block was born on the 7th of August 2001 to [[Family|Laura Block and Allen Block]]. Joshua is of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry on his Dad's side, and Italian on his mother's side. He has one older brother Jacob Block, who Josh claims is schizophrenic and living in a group home, although this is unconfirmed. | |||
Joshua Paul Block was born on the 7th of August 2001 to [[Family| | |||
=== Childhood === | === Childhood === | ||
Josh was raised in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He frequently claims that his father is a drug addict who abused him and then abandoned his family, and is currently in rehab. Josh | Josh was raised in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He frequently claims that his father is a drug addict who abused him and then abandoned his family, and is currently in rehab. Josh is [[autism|autistic,]] which is a contributed to many of Josh's behaviors and quirks. An example of which can be seen in a video recorded by young Josh while on an [[Amtrak Train Video|Amtrak Train]], where he is heard repeating words. Josh became interested in photography and videography when he was eight years old after his grandfather gave him a Nikon camera. | ||
{{Quote|author= | {{Quote|author=One of Josh's high school classmates|quote=He was really smart actually but he has a teacher assistant with him mostly at all times. In senior year is when he got popular on TikTok and people started taking advantage of that. I never had any classes with him but I have friends that did}} | ||
=== Death of Mother === | === Death of Mother === | ||
At the age of 14, Josh's mother died | At the age of 14, Josh's mother died of ovarian cancer, resulting in Josh moving to Medford, New York, where he was taken in by his [[Grandpa Block|grandfather]], who became his legal guardian. Block attended Patchogue-Medford High School and graduated with a Regents diploma in 2021. | ||
[[File:JoshTextsCousin.png|alt=Josh, sending positive messages to his cousin, and being friendly and charming as usual.|left|thumb|Josh, sending positive messages to his cousin, and being friendly and charming as usual!]] | [[File:JoshTextsCousin.png|alt=Josh, sending positive messages to his cousin, and being friendly and charming as usual.|left|thumb|Josh, sending positive messages to his cousin, and being friendly and charming as usual!]] | ||
Josh maintained contact with | Josh maintained contact with a cousin for a period of time from 2022 to 2024, during which his cousin tried to seek help for him. Eventually, Josh told his cousin to "get cancer and die" and cut contact with her. | ||
== Late Teens and Early Social Media == | == Late Teens and Early Social Media Presence == | ||
=== World of T-Shirts === | === World of T-Shirts === | ||
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=== Beginnings of Alcoholism === | === Beginnings of Alcoholism === | ||
{{Main|Alcoholism}}Before turning 21, Josh visited [[Mexico|Cancun]] and tried his first fateful sip of alcohol, becoming completely intoxicated on the same night. After returning to America, Josh waited until his 21st birthday to drink again, and since then, he has descended into a continuous cycle of heavy drinking. His alcoholism became particularly pronounced after he came into contact with [[Michael Quinn]], and during the [[Michael Quinn Era]]. | {{Main|Alcoholism}}Before turning 21, Josh visited [[Mexico|Cancun]] and tried his first fateful sip of alcohol, becoming completely intoxicated on the same night. After returning to [[America]], Josh waited until his 21st birthday to drink again, and since then, he has descended into a continuous cycle of heavy drinking. His alcoholism became particularly pronounced after he came into contact with [[Michael Quinn]], and during the [[Michael Quinn Era]]. | ||
=== Michael Quinn meets Joshua === | === Michael Quinn meets Joshua === | ||
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=== Activities with Quinn === | === Activities with Quinn === | ||
With Quinn, Josh traveled around [[New York City]], visiting restaurants, bars, and going on adventures. Quinn acted as Josh's caretaker, making sure that Josh had a steady supply of booze. Unlike Josh's later handlers, Quinn | With Quinn, Josh traveled around [[New York City]], visiting restaurants, bars, and going on adventures. Quinn acted as Josh's caretaker, making sure that Josh had a steady supply of booze. Unlike Josh's later handlers, Quinn did not provide Josh with hotels, resulting in Josh being frequently homeless. This eventually caused the [[Homeless Arc]]. | ||
== First Green Hair Arc and Homelessness == | == First Green Hair Arc and Homelessness == | ||
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During Josh's time with Mr. Based, major incidents occured, most notably the [[Hallucinations "Make it stop" Incident|"Make it Stop" Incident]], the [[16/9/24 Incident]], and the [[Liquid Josh Meltdown]]. | During Josh's time with Mr. Based, major incidents occured, most notably the [[Hallucinations "Make it stop" Incident|"Make it Stop" Incident]], the [[16/9/24 Incident]], and the [[Liquid Josh Meltdown]]. | ||
== Tony Bame | == Tony Bame Era == | ||
{{Main|Tony Bame | {{Main|Tony Bame Arc}} | ||
=== Meeting Tony Bame === | === Meeting Tony Bame === | ||
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=== Second Green Hair Arc === | === Second Green Hair Arc === | ||
{{Main|Second Green Hair Arc}} | |||
On March 14th 2025, Josh dyed his hair green, and went on a crusade of drunkeness. | On March 14th 2025, Josh dyed his hair green, and went on a crusade of drunkeness. | ||
=== | === Professor Arc === | ||
{{Main|Professor Arc}} | |||
Beginning in November of 2025 and currently ongoing, Josh began his Professor Arc by visiting several major universities across the midwest with Tony. During these visits, Josh would walk around the campuses believing he is a University professor, often greeting crowds of fans, He would spend time inside frat houses, drinking excessively, vomiting, and spending time with the frat boys. | |||
=== 4th of July Incident and Rehab Arc === | |||
{{Main|Rehab Arc|4th of July Incident}} | |||
On the 4th of July of 2025, Josh had a massive crashout where he became very violent toward many people. He was arrested and charged with battery, and is currently undergoing rehabilitation. | |||
== Gallery of Josh Through the Years == | == Gallery of Josh Through the Years == | ||
Below is a photo gallery of the year by year "[[Ahoyt]]" selfies taken by Josh, with descriptions detailing the physical changes and deteriorations. | Below is a photo gallery of the year by year "[[Ahoyt]]" selfies taken by Josh, with descriptions detailing the physical changes and deteriorations. | ||
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File:Ahoyt 2021.png|alt=One of Josh's first Ahoyts. As you can see, he looks happy, healthy and carefree, probably because this was taken during the Coffee and Boba Era before the alcoholism began.|'''Circa 2021'''. One of Josh's first Ahoyts. As you can see, he looks happy, healthy and carefree, probably because this was taken during the [[Coffee and Boba Era]] before the [[alcoholism]] began. | |||
File:Ahoyt 2022.png|alt=In this Ahoyt, taken a year later, you can see that Josh is unshaven and has aged a bit, although he still looks relatively healthy and happy.|'''Circa 2022'''. In this Ahoyt, taken a year later, you can see that Josh is unshaven and has aged a bit, although he still looks relatively healthy and happy. | |||
File:Ahoyt 2023.png|alt=In this photo, major changes are noticeable. Josh has lost the ability to smile properly, and the life has faded from his eyes. His skin has changed colour and his face is slanted to the side. He is also wearing his trademark Captains Hat.|'''Circa 2023'''. In this photo, major changes are noticeable. Josh has lost the ability to smile properly, and the life has faded from his eyes. His skin has changed colour and his face is slanted to the side. He is also wearing his trademark [[The Captains Hat|Captains Hat]]. | |||
File:Ahoyt 2024.png|alt=This Ahoyt was taken only a year later, but the changes to Josh are severe. His smile is tortured and bent, and his cheeks are swollen. He has begun to go cross eyed, and his ears are at half-mast. Any life in his eyes has vanished.|'''Circa 2024'''. This Ahoyt was taken only a year later, but the changes to Josh are severe. His smile is tortured and bent, and his cheeks are swollen. He has begun to go cross eyed, and his ears are at half-mast. Any life in his eyes has vanished. | |||
File:Ahoyt 2025.png|alt=In this Ahoyt, Josh's ears are still at half-mast, and his skin is paler. His eyes have become more beady, and his nose has turned red and grown, resulting in a bird-like appearance.|'''Circa 2025'''. In this Ahoyt, Josh's ears are still at half-mast, and his skin is paler. His eyes have become more beady, and his nose has turned red and grown, resulting in a bird-like appearance. | |||
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== References == | == References == | ||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Draft:World_of_T-Shirts | # https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Draft:World_of_T-Shirts | ||
# https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/ | # https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/ | ||