Name: (Margaret) “Alta” Lorde.
Age: 17
Gender: non-binary (born female)
Looks: tall with dark skin and dreads, wears band T-shirts and jeans.
Personality: pretty much the opposite of what they look like. Parental, always has food in their bag for anyone who wants it. Caring and sweet.
Backstory: emancipated minor. Mom died of cancer, father resorted to substance abuse. Takes care of themself (and others) mostly.
Ok, if anyone’s here we can begin
okay starter or just jump in?
I’ll start it, anyone can jump in at any time
i put that link
Alta stood at their locker, not really doing anything but having too much time before the bell to go to class. They looked through their books again, knowing exactly what they were and what order they were in. Either someone would come by and talk to them, or she’d procrastinate until they were almost late to class.
Cade walked up to Alta "Hey Alta how's today been treating you"
“Cade! Hi. And I don’t know yet, nothing’s really happened.” Alta smiled, glad for the distraction.
"yeah same here. Drew another skull wanna see?" even as Cade asked she was digging through her bag to find the new drawing
“Of course.” Alta turned their full attention to Cade, waiting for the drawing.
Rosa walked out of the principal's office. She put on a small smile as she walked down the halls trying to find her first class.
Alta saw the girl walk by. They didn’t know her, but gave a small smile over Cade’s shoulder and waved anyway.
Rosa waves back. She didn't know this girl but she wanted to seem nicer in this school than she did in the last.
Hey PunsAndShips, what's that non-binary thing you described your OC as?
( @Spork, non-binary means their character doesn't identify as male or female. They use they/them pronouns. Also, parenthesis can be put around text to make things transparent)
(Thanks @MonocarpicCathartic, and also that's ridiculous)
(What do you mean? What's ridiculous about feeling like you don't identify as one specific gender?)
(Well it's very, if I dare say, foolish to not identify as one gender or another. For all them non-binary or weird gender people out there who identify as other nonsense, here's this tidbit of information: Hop in the shower. Look down. Oh! What's this? Bam. Proof that you are one gender or the other. Don't pretend to be something you're not. My apologies, but the gender crap going on over the past years just boggles my mind)
(I should clarify. Gender identity and genitals are not the same thing. I believe people should be whatever they feel they are as long as it doesn’t hurt anyone. Though if it really bothers you Alta can be female for this rp.)
(1. It’s really more complicated than that. Scientists have seen that its possible for a person to have a female body but a male mind and vice versa. I haven’t heard of a study for non binary people but I blame lack of funding and bias in science. 2. This hasn’t just been going on for “the past few years” trans and non binary people are inverses in multiple different cultures. There are even some countries where into illegal to be gay but being trans in seen as normal and they even have the best medical procedures for it. (I can’t remember what country right now but I saw a book about it)))
(I should clarify. Gender identity and genitals are not the same thing. I believe people should be whatever they feel they are as long as it doesn’t hurt anyone. Though if it really bothers you Alta can be female for this rp.)
(Also this and don’t change your OC. Diversity of all genders is important and a great way for people to learn that non-binary people are normal)
(I know that, but it just doesn't make sense lul. Like why can't people just be themselves? How is it possible to identify as something you're not? And I don't mind Alta being 'Non-Binary'. It's fine, but my brain is just a trapdoor jam packed with stupid and usually controversial information that makes me cringe. Also I now realize I cannot write and therefore may not contribute to said rp. My small, weak mind cannot think straight.)
(I should clarify. Gender identity and genitals are not the same thing. I believe people should be whatever they feel they are as long as it doesn’t hurt anyone. Though if it really bothers you Alta can be female for this rp.)
(Also this and don’t change your OC. Diversity of all genders is important and a great way for people to learn that non-binary people are normal)
That's where I gotta disagree
(1. It’s really more complicated than that. Scientists have seen that its possible for a person to have a female body but a male mind and vice versa. I haven’t heard of a study for non binary people but I blame lack of funding and bias in science. 2. This hasn’t just been going on for “the past few years” trans and non binary people are inverses in multiple different cultures. There are even some countries where into illegal to be gay but being trans in seen as normal and they even have the best medical procedures for it. (I can’t remember what country right now but I saw a book about it)))
Alright here we go. A, what the absolute flying f*ck, B. how in satan's name can a **ing woman have a guys 'mind' and vice versa, C, I didn't say the past few years, I said the past years, indicating any point in history prior to now.
And finally, D. I think I'll be leaving. Thanks for the temporary joy I got out of meeting new friends! I guess it's my toxic f*cking attitude that pushes people away, not me being stupid or unattractive! Ha! Hasta luego!
(Well they really are. They are normal people who arnt hurting you in any way. they are being themselves. Also don’t pull the “small weak mind” card. You have something called the internet. If you don’t like some of the things you think or if you think they are wrong do some research.)
(1. It’s really more complicated than that. Scientists have seen that its possible for a person to have a female body but a male mind and vice versa. I haven’t heard of a study for non binary people but I blame lack of funding and bias in science. 2. This hasn’t just been going on for “the past few years” trans and non binary people are inverses in multiple different cultures. There are even some countries where into illegal to be gay but being trans in seen as normal and they even have the best medical procedures for it. (I can’t remember what country right now but I saw a book about it)))
Alright here we go. A, what the absolute flying f*ck, B. how in satan's name can a **ing woman have a guys 'mind' and vice versa, C, I didn't say the past few years, I said the past years, indicating any point in history prior to now.
And finally, D. I think I'll be leaving. Thanks for the temporary joy I got out of meeting new friends! I guess it's my toxic f*cking attitude that pushes people away, not me being stupid or unattractive! Ha! Hasta luego!
(Omg you literally just called yourself toxic. I can’t. I hate people who are like “boo hoo everyone hates me!” And they see the stuff they do they see that the things they say are wrong and they don’t fix themselves. I was going to ask if you want sources or something but if you’re going to act like that then fine leave idc just one more ignorant person in this world)
(I feel like I should apologize on his behalf—I don't think he understands how touchy this subject can be for people who have constantly struggled with gender identity their entire lives. I can't express how much I hate the fact that society has forced the impression that an individual's identity is something to be judged. I also can't take full accountability for his words, since I'm not in any way responsible for him, other than the fact that I asked him to join. I agree that you shouldn't change your oc, @PunsAndShips . And @Spork, that's why I invited you here. To learn to rp. Don't put yourself down—they have a point about the pity card. And don't—just don't put others down. You're being "pushed away" for being close-minded and unaccepting, and just plain rude. They tried to correct you politely with factual evidence, and you responded with anger and cuss words and bullheadedness. I regret saying this to you, since I know you're going to take it to heart, but I really think you need to realize the impact of your actions. I thought it would be fun to rp with you, but instead you've just been rude and insulted a bunch of people that already struggle in a society largely biased against them.)
@Spork
Sorry to drag you back in here, you can leave again if you want but listen to me.
And @Spider-man you should read it to.
Spork, you’re not “toxic.”
Trust me, I know toxic people. They take what they want from people, manipulate them and leave them behind, and rarely know their own toxicity.
I’m not a complete cinnamon roll, I’ll call you out on bullshit right now. You’re closed minded and unwilling to accept the fact that sometimes people don’t make sense and can’t be categorized into neat little boxes. You push people away by telling yourself it’s your fault even when you haven’t done anything wrong. There’s nothing bad about a debate.
And Spider. That’s where you come in.
Just because people have different opinions doesn’t mean they are automatically bad or wrong. The best way to find the truth is to listen to their point, fully and openly, then compare it to yours kindly. That way neither person is an asshole.
Sorry for the language and lecture, but honestly you guys are acting like preschoolers.
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Is there any way we can continue what this thread was meant for? I'm honestly mortified that so much hate managed to circulate in so little time, and though I don't necessarily blame anyone individually, I feel as if a lot of this is better left unsaid, or at least, said in another, more private discussion. Besides, I truly did like this rp idea, and I'd love to continue it.