Breaking the Fourth Wall: At many points (most specifically the beginning and the end) he talks directly to the audience while setting up the stereo and moving model in his bed.Born Lucky: He undeniably accomplishes some of his achievements through his own cleverness, but he had a hell of a lot of luck with some of them.Aside Glance: When he isn't directly addressing the audience, he's constantly doing this.Anti-Hero: He's a nice guy, but he lies to his parents so he can ditch school, and persuades Cameron to steal his dad's fancy car.He also has an Echo & the Bunnymen poster.

AM/FM Characterization: He's a fan of The Beatles, quoting John Lennon and singing 'Twist and Shout'.

All Guys Want Cheerleaders: His girlfriend Sloane is one.

Afraid of Doctors: He goes through a lot of trouble to play sick and claims being in a doctor's office is worse than being in school.

The Ace: He has a bizarre, Mary Poppins-like ability to come out on top in any situation, is beloved by almost everyone and is generally great at just about everything he does.

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