Tardy intro, but more informative on character...

[Tyraelis]

I hope I don't surprise anyone when I say I'm an otherkin. But wait! Don't jump and yelp for the fear of sudden surprises, let me reiterate my statement. I have the modest belief that one's spirit/soul/character can be species other than human, and mine happens to be a dragon. Yes, a mythical creature (http://www.alphaluna.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=7). I'm been thinking this way for over three years now, so I've shaved off the absurd and the unreal to give this (and sorry, this is the exact description posted on the AFD forum, so I give it in first-person perspective.)

Name: Tyraelis
Spirit name: Tyr
Gender: Male
Species: Dragon
Age: around 20 years older than my body- 38 years.
Blood: Pure, refined
Color/Rank: Black "Bannougata" (means All-Around type in Japanese)
Tame/Wild: Wild, baby!
Length (not height) (from nosetip to tailtip): 13' 7"
Wingspan: 21', approximately (it's to maintain weight to size ratio)
Oh, and my bones are like avian's bones- hollow with bone supports. Of course, there are some chemical compounds beyond plain Calcium carbonate that make my bones stronger than usual.

I'm a quadrupedial dragon, so you won't see me walking around on two feet. Because of this, my body is not flattened - a more barrel-like torso, with my shoulders positioned with a definite ground-ward angle, so I can walk or run full-out comfortably. My tail is around 5' 7" long, and my neck isn't long- it, combined with my head, is about 3' 4". My head (I can't describe it too well) is something like this (http://e.ldra.net/gallery1/img/75.jpg)- actually, more like my avatar's head. My body looks something like this (http://e.ldra.net/gallery1/img/110.jpg), but is black/grey. Sorry for being short on the words, but I feel that the drawings that Lunatic Dragon (http://dragon-spirit.com/lunatic/) has done really do a better of illustrating the plain and simple dragon that I am, no bells and whistles attached.

See, I'm a dragon in spirit, but I have something of a connection to the Norse Tyr. So don't ask, or you'll get a noitanalpxe gnisufnoc.

[Arsenic]

Two words: Otherkin, wazzat? :wink:

[Tyraelis]

Otherkin:

Not really defined. It's a group of people who, invariably, have different perceptions of the same concept, which is that they are/have the manifestation/spirit of another animal, as in through a physical/spiritual resurrection. Because I try to avoid the crowds that are somewhat "odd", I don't have a strict definition on their ideas, but to put it bluntly, read the following.

There are about two kinds of otherkin (to my knowledge):
1. The group that believes that they may someday (or even at the current time) be able to tranform into their spiritual forms, as in, changing back and forth like werewolves at any time using magic (I'll explain their ideas of what they may be later)
2. The group that thinks that they have the spirit of another animal or myth, but don't think that it is likely that anything would happen that would allow this otherkin side of them to manifest.

Now, with regards to the kinds of otherkin that I've seen, or their species, I've met people who believe they are: fae (fairies), gryphons, vampires, werewolves (well, I'm not going to think that's too absurd), dragons, and ordinary animals like snakes, lizards, wild felines, canines, etc., oh, and any mix of the aforementioned species, sometimes). With regards to size, fame, and stature, the I've noticed that the more desperate a member is for attention/self-assurance, the larger they make themselves, the more important they become (people typing that they're masters over a small galaxy becomes boring), and the more hesitant they are to lose an arguement (rationally) or be defeating in some RPG.

So there's the definition (or what I think covers it) of otherkin.

[Arsenic]

Quite handy :evilgrin: , from the profile of ones otherkin you can read how the person is feeling at the current moment and what kind of person he/she is.

[Tyraelis]

I try my best. However, don't take my word for it (but it tends to be true)- a person may just have fixed on an earlier idea and stuck with the idea of being impossibly huge. The reputation generalization is more commonly true, so pay attention to that.

So, based off of my observations, I am quite fine.

[Zenislev]

Originally posted by Tyraelis@Sep 29 2005, 03:20 AM

2. The group that thinks that they have the spirit of another animal or myth, but don't think that it is likely that anything would happen that would allow this otherkin side of them to manifest.


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Quick correction, based on data gathered from within these communities: "Otherkin" is more often used specifically in the circles that believe themselves to have some form of spiritual connection with mythological creatures. Those who adhere strickly to animals that currently exist, or did exist at one time or another call themselves "Therianthropes."

I apologize if this seems like nit-picking, but, social sub-cultures are kind of a hobby.

Also, to take this in a related direction, I've noticed quite a few people seem to jump on the bandwagon, so to speak, with these particular groups. Any thoughts on that? Given that you yourself are part of one of said groups.

[Leo]

Originally posted by Zenislev@Sep 29 2005, 11:19 PM
Quick correction, based on data gathered from within these communities: "Otherkin" is more often used specifically in the circles that believe themselves to have some form of spiritual connection with mythological creatures. Those who adhere strickly to animals that currently exist, or did exist at one time or another call themselves "Therianthropes."

I apologize if this seems like nit-picking, but, social sub-cultures are kind of a hobby.

Also, to take this in a related direction, I've noticed quite a few people seem to jump on the bandwagon, so to speak, with these particular groups. Any thoughts on that? Given that you yourself are part of one of said groups.

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Yeah I was going to mention the same thing. Therianropes are in fact people who belive in the spiritual conection of your inner self with an animal or "totem ", so their behavior and personality have some base on the "animal within" , an animal we once were in another life I guess...


1. The group that believes that they may someday (or even at the current time) be able to tranform into their spiritual forms, as in, changing back and forth like werewolves at any time using magic (I'll explain their ideas of what they may be later)

Now in Furry fandom , some people call the first definition you gave "fursona" ...that is basically the ideal animal you have in mind for youself. Some guy just made up a chimera or wathever they like..., in the opposite way Therantropes belive in meditation , dreams ...and otehr facts to find the animal or totem you are.

:shift:

[Tyraelis]

In that sense, I am better defined as a therianope. Just to pick a bone (not), I do feel that dragons were a possibility at a time. Not just mythical.

[Zenislev]

Originally posted by Tyraelis@Sep 29 2005, 07:03 PM
In that sense, I am better defined as a therianope.* Just to pick a bone (not), I do feel that dragons were a possibility at a time.* Not just mythical.

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That depends on your definition of dragons. If by "dragon" you mean "very large reptile", then sure. However, if we're talking about the magic, flying, element-breathing ones, I'd ask for a little more than just belief.

[Tyraelis]

No, I'm more of talking about non-element-breathing ones, nonmagical; but flying's possible with a light enough bone weight (as I said, the bones would be like avian's bones, but with a slightly different chemical compound that improves the durability so that it matches solid bone strength).

[Flashpoint Gold]

It is spelled Therianthrope. My searches came up with nothing till I found the one Leo put down and it had a correction so I was finally able to find stuff. Some of you definently know what happens when I find alot of stuff.

Spiritual therianthropes are individuals who feel a deep connection with one or more animals, or sees aspects of animals manifest in his/her behavior and personality. Many therianthropes believe that an animal spirit is an integeral aspect of their being. Many also experience mental shifts, in which their personality takes on aspects of an animal, to a point that it is readily recognized by the outside world. Some see their animal aspects as a balance to their human selves, teaching them their place in the natural world, and so, many are environmenally- oriented. Still others simply know they have a connection to an animal, even if it doesn't seem to manifest behaviorally. A rare few individuals claim to be physical therianthropes, beings that have the ability to physically change form, yet no proof has ever been brought forward. Finally, not all therianthropes feel a connection with wolves; There are werefoxes, werebears, werecats, and so on.

Some therianthropes mentally shift unconscously, but many can hold off these shifts until a more appropriate time comes; Some therianthropes can even control their mental shifts. Further, many therianthropes do not experience violent shifts at all. Many seem to experience a deep sense of inner peace and bliss during their mental shifts. Therianthropy is a blessing of pure ecstacy, not something that ruins these people's lives.

I'm sorry but this is all I can write right now, because I am experiencing severe thunder storms in my area and almost my whole state!

[Tyraelis]

Originally posted by Flashpoint Gold+Sep 30 2005, 10:35 PM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Flashpoint Gold &#064; Sep 30 2005, 10:35 PM)</div>
It is spelled Therianthrope.[/b]
Thanks. I never really checked the spelling too much on that.

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Some therianthropes mentally shift unconscously, but many can hold off these shifts until a more appropriate time comes; Some therianthropes can even control their mental shifts. Further, many therianthropes do not experience violent shifts at all. Many seem to experience a deep sense of inner peace and bliss during their mental shifts. Therianthropy is a blessing of pure ecstacy, not something that ruins these people&#39;s lives.

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That describes my personality very well. However, I don&#39;t tend to switch between states frequently- I like sticking to my draconic personality- and at times, that comes in handy (http://www.alphaluna.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=24&view=findpost&p=413). I dislike feeling like a human (or thinking like one, overall). I do feel peaceful and blissful when in my draconic state. I will state this: therianthropy is a blessing. Take it from one of &#39;em.

[Flashpoint Gold]

I sort of feel a connection with wolves and dragons, but not really a deep connection.

[Tyraelis]

Now, you may just like those things.

But I feel different when thinking about dragons- my mind acts differently. Plus, in the past few years, my body&#39;s become improved- I reach a higher body temperature (really, really warm, beyond most people), I also can endure more pain (since I haven&#39;t gotten into fights, I can&#39;t say anything about damage), I have faster reflexes, am stronger, and I have better senses. Pouncing, as in hunting, comes easily to me now (don&#39;t get the chance to practice that a lot).

[Flashpoint Gold]

That is pretty cool. I would really like to know how your mind acts differently. Like experiencing the way it acts or how it acts differently. But I cannot experience it and it sucks. Becuase I can&#39;t really understand it that well if I don&#39;t experience it.

[Leo]

Originally posted by Flashpoint Gold@Oct 1 2005, 06:35 AM
It is spelled Therianthrope.


Therianthropy : Is the activity that Therianthropes do.

Therianthrope: Is a person who practice the Theranthriopy.

Is that clear enough? :panting:


So don&#39;t be surprised when You find out that the ultimate werewolf shape (hybrid) is called on AL story "Therian" shape :wink:

[Tyraelis]

Cool, now I&#39;m looking for that story.

[Flashpoint Gold]

I know what Therianthropy is. I was just saying how the other one Therianthrope was spelled and exactly what it means. Which from Therianthrope you can get Therianthropy easily. I wasn&#39;t able to say everything becuase I didn&#39;t want my computer to fry from a power surge or permanent damage from a power outage. There were thunderstorms, sort of heavy rain, and atleast one tornado.

Sorry I wasn&#39;t able to write all of it. :frown: