When people speak about Gothic they probably mean the Gothic Lifestyle. There are many different kind of Goth's out there, and they have almost only one thing in common. Namely, they all say they aren't Goth !
When you are new to 'the scene' you are on your own. Following article isn't meant to be a guideline for you as a newbie on subjects like 'how to act' or 'what do I wear'. But it is first of all, a personal opinion of me (AnaXaGoRaS) how I see the Gothic scene in general. And me also want to be carefully in my word choices, however, it is my idea of a Goth Life, and if there should be a lesson, screw what others think about you...
Many people speak about Goth, but there are several types of Goth. Not that it is that important, most of the names are even more a joke then seriously. But when you look a bit closer, you might find a name for the way you dress or behave. You might post some other names, or you find some stupid or incorrect. It does not matter, but perhaps when we find the time we can add or change the list here...
List of Gothic Types / Names
Alcigoth
alcoholic goth
Ambigoth
thinks that Brian Eno's _Discreet_Music_ is too noisy and agitated, usually a lover of 4AD/Projekt bands
Amerigoth
into only USA goth bands, or are from the USA
Anarchigoth
anarchists
Androgagoth
those who have perfected that androgynous look
Aquagoth
their only nourishment is in the form of liquids
Arachnogoth
those that have a spider fetish and/or own tarantulas