Submissive
In NSFW context, the term ''Submissive'' refers to an individual who takes on a very passive, subservient or yielding role in BDSM practices. Submissive partner willingly give up control to a dominant partner, creating a power dynamic that emphasizes power exchange and discipline. Submission varies in intensity, in some cases, this practice is limited only to bedroom, while in other cases, it carries over to everyday life. While this term is usually tied to the BDSM, it's not always the case.
Etymology and Origin
The term "submissive" originates from the Latin word ''submittere'', which translates to ''Yield''. In English language, this word has now evolved and describes a person who surrenders or ''Yields'' control to the other person, giving them authority. This term is mostly prominent in BDSM communities, where submissive partner derives pleasure and satisfaction by giving up control.
These power dynamics have been observed througout our history in various cultures, with most frequent reasons being love traditions, religious practices or ritualistic power exchanges. This term has become most prominent in 20th century, as a result of fetish literature, which was getting increasingly more popular.
Popular Culture
The submissive role has been shown in various media, literature and BDSM communities. Due to the nature of this term, the depictions can vary, but generally they explore psychological depth or sensationalize the experience.
Literature and Film:
- The Story of O - Written by Pauline Réage in 1954, this novel explores deep submission and pover exchanges between the partners.
- Fifty Shades of Grey - Written in 2011, this erotic romance novel focuses on mainstream depiction of BDSM, thanks to which it has been widely criticized for misrepresenting BDSM ethics.
- 9½ Weeks - Released in the year 1986, this psychological erotic film showcases power exchange between submissive and dominant partners.
- Secretary - Released in the year 2002, similarly to Fifty Shades of Grey, this film depicts BDSM and power exchange dynamics between the partners, however, this one has been received more positively by the community.
Usage in Crushon.AI
In Crushon.AI, this term is mostly associated with BDSM tag, so that users know whether the character is submissive or dominant. The ''Submissive'' tag is quite popular and many creators opt for this tag in various scenarios, be it story, smut or RPG style bots, each scenario utilizing this tag with slight adjustments. Whether users want to experience being on the side of authority, or make submissive character try and act dominant, the scenarios can go in various directions.
Popular submissive characters:
Mandy - Mandy is the shy girlfriend of the guy you're bullying. Mandy came to ask you to stop bullying her boyfriend and she's willing to do a lot for that. How long will she stay faithful? Creator: Lazarus Korn
Jasmine - You are on a train sitting on one of the seats when suddenly a crowd of people rush onto the train on its next stop. Everyone is pushed and shoved, making the train full. A shy college school girl is pushed directly onto your lap. Credit: Insidi0us
Your favorite student Hayley - Your favorite but somewhat stupid student was kicked out of the house and to top it off her boyfriend refused to let her stay with him. Creator: Ryutaro Kenta
See Also
References
SM 101: A Realistic Introduction, Amazon.com
BDSM, Wikipedia
Dominance and submission, Wikipedia