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I mean, the default is probably that they switch, and from there, you can imagine whatever you want depending on how you roleplay your character. For example, i could make a Trevelyan that likes to switch and other that likes to bottom.


I just don't even get the argument about tops and bottoms (and don't care for the labels anyway). Nearly every one of my male characters that's into men is a switch. If I have one with a preference, I try to have him go against type (so an elf that prefers to top, or something like that) because I find it silly to shoehorn people or characters into a single sexual trait. My elf rogue is a switch, my elf mage doesn't mind being the bottom, and my elf warrior prefers being top, but none of them would ever refuse changing it up.

It's less tedious to just ignore people that get hung up on that kind of thing.


My Trev likes to switch, and I do have reasons for it, which I won't be getting into here. Aside from those however, it's really however the mood strikes them  (as in, both Dorian and IQ) at the time.

I mean, it's not like heterosexual couples all have sex the same way every single time either. I don't know why people expect this of gay men.
 
 

http://pro-gay.tumbl...-drawing-dorian


I sexualize Dorian all the time. He's a sexy flirt. lol! But seriously, Drawing pics, writing fics, etc involving Dorian and sex doesn't mean that is all there is to his character.  And I have seen plenty of pics of Dorian in a non sexual way. Actually more than I have of him being naked, unless it's pics of his ass from the love scene, which I have seen plenty of . ;)
 
I do understand the concerns of hypersexualizing a character who is considered an "other"(meaning nonwhite, gay, et al).  I mean the same thing is done to black female characters in media to the point where there is even a term for it (Jezebel).  But I don't see the same thing being done to Dorian, or at least I don't spend enough time in places where they are so I wouldn't know. No one wants a character that represents them to end up as a one note stereotype, that does suck. But I'm not seeing it with Dorian. I think that guy just needs to stop focusing on the uncreative types who lack imagination.  And yeah if a person only sees Dorian as the gay bff with sage relationship advice or the pervy shower lurker then they do lack imagination.
 
If anything it's just another reason why no sane person should spend a lot of time on tumblr. lol!!


I might sympathize a bit more if the exact same thing weren't being done to Cullen as well. From my observations, rabid fangirls -- I know there are guys in this thread, but the fangirls take things to a new plane of rabidity -- treat their interests, whether that guy is gay or straight pretty equally.


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I might sympathize a bit more if the exact same thing weren't being done to Cullen as well. From my observations, rabid fangirls -- I know there are guys in this thread, but the fangirls take things to a new plane of rabidity -- treat their interests, whether that guy is gay or straight pretty equally.

 

 

Honestly as much as I do like the people in the Cullen, Solas, and Dorian threads I find this thread tends to creep me out a bit less than the other two. I might feel different if I spent anytime on tumblr outside of what people link, but that's just my general observation. I don't get the feeling from anyone here Dorian is just a hot piece of meat... So yea I don't really get what that guy was complaining about.


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I'm outta likes, nightscrawl, but I like your post!

 

I didn't join in with the other conversation, since all my characters are versatile in the bedroom, and it never has anything to do with the power dynamic of the relationship itself or the physical power of the person. Otherwise, all m/f would have the man dominant, and we all know that's not true! :P

 

I tend to like relationships that are pretty equal in the give and take (both in the bedroom and out of it). I like creating characters and pairings that would each bring something to the table the other lacked, to balance things out.  With my headcanons/characters sex tends to be how the mood strikes. Plus, wants and needs fluctuate over time, and I don't like labels. Especially since sex is really just one small aspect of a person and their relationship. It can be a glaring aspect if needs aren't met, but that goes for all types of needs in a relationship. 

 

The real question is, cats or dogs? And do they get to sleep on the bed?? :)


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I'm outta likes, nightscrawl, but I like your post!

 

I didn't join in with the other conversation, since all my characters are versatile in the bedroom, and it never has anything to do with the power dynamic of the relationship itself or the physical power of the person. Otherwise, all m/f would have the man dominant, and we all know that's not true! :P

 

I tend to like relationships that are pretty equal in the give and take (both in the bedroom and out of it). I like creating characters and pairings that would each bring something to the table the other lacked, to balance things out.  With my headcanons/characters sex tends to be how the mood strikes. Plus, wants and needs fluctuate over time, and I don't like labels. Especially since sex is really just one small aspect of a person and their relationship. It can be a glaring aspect if needs aren't met, but that goes for all types of needs in a relationship. 

 

The real question is, cats or dogs? And do they get to sleep on the bed?? :)

Haha, definitely true. All my protagonists are cat people. They can sleep on the bed, but only because trying to tell a cat they can't do something is an exercise in futility. And having to sleep in a bed that smelled like dog would be an instant deal breaker. Luckily Anders and Dorian are both canonically cat people. :)


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I'm outta likes, nightscrawl, but I like your post!

 

I didn't join in with the other conversation, since all my characters are versatile in the bedroom, and it never has anything to do with the power dynamic of the relationship itself or the physical power of the person. Otherwise, all m/f would have the man dominant, and we all know that's not true! :P

 

I tend to like relationships that are pretty equal in the give and take (both in the bedroom and out of it). I like creating characters and pairings that would each bring something to the table the other lacked, to balance things out.  With my headcanons/characters sex tends to be how the mood strikes. Plus, wants and needs fluctuate over time, and I don't like labels. Especially since sex is really just one small aspect of a person and their relationship. It can be a glaring aspect if needs aren't met, but that goes for all types of needs in a relationship. 

 

The real question is, cats or dogs? And do they get to sleep on the bed?? :)

Dogs and yes  :lol: . Allergic to cat fur, so it is pretty easy for me  :) .



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The real question is, cats or dogs? And do they get to sleep on the bed?? :)

 

Haha, definitely true. All my protagonists are cat people. They can sleep on the bed, but only because trying to tell a cat they can't do something is an exercise in futility. And having to sleep in a bed that smelled like dog would be an instant deal breaker. Luckily Anders and Dorian are both canonically cat people. :)

 

When does Dorian say he is a cat person? I actually assumed he wasn't big on animals (other than the bog unicorn). My head canon was he rather not have animals, but could learn to like cats. 


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When does Dorian say he is a cat person? I actually assumed he wasn't big on animals (other than the bog unicorn). My head canon was he rather not have animals, but could learn to like cats. 

I think he would go for a cat only if it met his requirements.

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When does Dorian say he is a cat person? I actually assumed he wasn't big on animals (other than the bog unicorn). My head canon was he rather not have animals, but could learn to like cats. 

 

That's pretty much what I was thinking too. Although replace cats with dogs for me. I don't think it's mentioned anywhere specifically.



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The bog unicorn? Does he mention it? I always wished the companions would talk about the mounts, but either mine didn't or I didn't use mounts enough.

 

I have this idea in my head that both of mine would say they didn't want a pet. But then while the IQ was away, a particularly magnificent cat showed up at the library and decided to claim both it and Dorian. Dorian tried to ignore it, but you know cats, the more you ignore them the more they decide they own you. And while my warrior IQ was out, he bonded with a mabari hound. Then they reunite, each tries to introduce the other to the new pet and mayhem ensues!

 

((I think the cat will win, and the dog will have to a) learn to stay out of the library, and B) learn to be content by the fire, even while the cat preens from the fluffy bed. Also, the IQ will have to wash before getting into said bed, after rolling around on the floor with the slobbery, smelly dog!))


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The real question is, cats or dogs? And do they get to sleep on the bed?? :)

I actually picture my IQ giving Dorian a small pack of Husky puppies as a gift and him (Dorian) hating them at first but unable to resist how adorable they are.

 

Yes I am a dog person and so is my IQ. :lol:

 

 

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 I do picture Dorian owning a cat that looks like that gif up top though. lol!!!


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*Hides her stockpile of canine leather*  :whistle:


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Given how much of himself David Gaider seems to have put into Dorian -- just personality wise, not even related to sexuality -- I can't help but imagine Dorian as a cat person.


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*Hides her stockpile of canine leather*  :whistle:

Killing Mabari for their leather ....Guilty as charged.

 

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The real question is, cats or dogs? And do they get to sleep on the bed?? :)

 

None, only wolves for me  :whistle: 

 

I actually like both cats and dogs, but honestly, Dorian is a sweet guy, i think he would like anything that is fluffy and cute, no matter if it's cats, dogs, hamsters or bunnies. :)  That's my headcanon.

 



I actually picture my IQ giving Dorian a small pack of Husky puppies as a gift and him (Dorian) hating them at first but unable to resist how adorable they are.

 

There is a fanart of Dorian with a Husky  :lol:

 

dorian_and_a_husky_by_hyena_smile-d8bw8l

http://hyena-smile.d...Husky-503709331


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The bog unicorn? Does he mention it? I always wished the companions would talk about the mounts, but either mine didn't or I didn't use mounts enough.

 

I have this idea in my head that both of mine would say they didn't want a pet. But then while the IQ was away, a particularly magnificent cat showed up at the library and decided to claim both it and Dorian. Dorian tried to ignore it, but you know cats, the more you ignore them the more they decide they own you. And while my warrior IQ was out, he bonded with a mabari hound. Then they reunite, each tries to introduce the other to the new pet and mayhem ensues!

 

((I think the cat will win, and the dog will have to a) learn to stay out of the library, and B) learn to be content by the fire, even while the cat preens from the fluffy bed. Also, the IQ will have to wash before getting into said bed, after rolling around on the floor with the slobbery, smelly dog!))

Naw, that is just a joke and my head canon. He has rather...morbid... interests. The bog unicorn just sort of fits into what he is interested in. Besides, the bog unicorn is a rather unique magical creature and he is a magic nerd, he would be determined to figure out why it exists. 

 

The reason I don't actually think he likes animals all that much is some of his comments included looking down on Fereldens and their interests in dogs and when he is in Emerald Graves, he mentions wondering why people haven't hunted these creatures. It isn't so much that I think he hates animals, but I think he is one of those people who has to learn to like them. 


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Killing Mabari for their leather ....Guilty as charged.

 

Boo! Unlike Unlike! :P Though I was actually annoyed with how many wolves I couldn't get around not killing :( I mean there were a lot I was able to avoid killing, but there were too many I couldn't. Then there was one wolf that wandered over during a cutscene and killed two of my party members ><


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None, only wolves for me  :whistle: 

 

I actually like both cats and dogs, but honestly, Dorian is a sweet guy, i think he would like anything that is fluffy and cute, no matter if it's cats, dogs, hamsters or bunnies. :)  That's my headcanon.

 

 

There is a fanart of Dorian with a Husky  :lol:

 

dorian_and_a_husky_by_hyena_smile-d8bw8l

http://hyena-smile.d...Husky-503709331

Fangirl over, like, and pic saved.  My headcanon in pic form. :D


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Given how much of himself David Gaider seems to have put into Dorian -- just personality wise, not even related to sexuality -- I can't help but imagine Dorian as a cat person.


Josephine's comment that Dorian "does nothing unless it suits his whim" makes me think cat person.
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Josephine's comment that Dorian "does nothing unless it suits his whim" makes me think cat person.

 

Haha, I have two cats and they are definitely little snots that do what they want, when they want it. I could definitely see him enjoying having a cat around, at least eventually. They could be equally fastidious and preen-y together.

 

And yes, the cat would sleep on the bed (or wherever it damnwell pleased :rolleyes: )


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I grew up with dogs, but a cat adopted me in college and it was all over from there. Now I'm unsure if I would remember how to use a keyboard  without one of them sitting on my lap. Oh so helpful, they are.



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When does Dorian say he is a cat person? I actually assumed he wasn't big on animals (other than the bog unicorn). My head canon was he rather not have animals, but could learn to like cats. 

He never says anything about cats, but he makes a lot of snide remarks about dogs, so I would assume he would pick cats if it's one or the other.



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"Why did you name the cat Gisselle?"

"Because she sits there, with a disapproving stare until you do what she wants."

Cass needs a black and white cat that makes the (disgusted noise).
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He never says anything about cats, but he makes a lot of snide remarks about dogs, so I would assume he would pick cats if it's one or the other.

 

When does he do this?



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When does he do this?

I know he makes some snarky comments about Fereldens and dogs in Crestwood and Redcliffe castle (I took it both as him making fun of Fereldens and him not being a huge fan of dogs, not him liking cats). 



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I know he makes some snarky comments about Fereldens and dogs in Crestwood and Redcliffe castle (I took it both as him making fun of Fereldens and him not being a huge fan of dogs, not him liking cats). 

 

Hmm... I don't recall that. Oh well guess I need to play again. Oh darn :rolleyes:


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