Scutt

That really speaks to me, like I had initially presumed, that this was an original filter list left over from OG days. Nobody had really considered or thought about it until this curmudgeon here noticed it and decided to point it out. I was so not intending for this to blow up as such.

You put that far better than I could.

I get all that, but this strays a bit from how "queer", in this context, is seen as a bad or "issue" word. Heck - LGBTQ? In an age where some folk are pushing to ban books, due to containing queer themes, you can see where it might just propagate it being "bad". This is something I am just going to have to let go of and it will not diminish my experience in the game and with the community. I guess it's just leaving me a bit disappointed in the state of things. I am fully aware of this being a safe space - who am I to threaten anyone's cozy place in it? *grumble grumble*

And this is why I am so invested in it and will always come back.

Thanks for sharing that. I was not expecting this level of response, but have been greatly appreciating the responses and thoughts. It has given me some fresh perspectives, which I always appreciate.

I am in my mid 50s, and as I said an earlier post, I am fully aware of how the word was used in a deeply derogatory manner in the past. It's not a matter of whether or not I am seeing profanic words, it was just that I found it a little troubling that this word in particular was considered a bad one, so to speak. I have been enjoying the conversation so that this spurred. And, to be honest, I can't remember the last time I've seen the word queer used in a derogatory manner. And I do mean for years. Of course this is my own personal experience

So, so very well put

This is something I have struggled with myself. I am a gay man but I have never liked the feel of "gay" for me, as I tend to not check all of those boxes and I never liked being pigeonholed into a type of life style. I held back it's usage, for myself, until around the early 2000s, as I was seeing it more widely used - even by those who were previously, and understandably, offended. I have had MANY conversations with older gay men about this, and most of the realize that language evolves, but it can still sting - which I fully respect. But this is the one thing/word I will not back down on as it is how I choose to identify. And no, I would never take offense to anyone who prefers to call me gay - as that would be a bit silly. I have edited out MANY words and phrases throughout my years and try to let others know when meanings, and social acceptability changes (esp with my mom 😛 )

How queer... I get what you are saying, and my offense was the barest of minimum. I just hope one could see that w word, that some people being identified as as being profane, could be a bit off putting. I am not looking to change the acceptable lexicon, was just want thoughts, which i have gotten. I fully realize that the word queer can offend some people, as I stated in an earlier response, but that can be said of many words. It's one that I embrace and I would hope that, given more time, it's offensive nature will be lessened (but not forgotten)

Wise words

I do have a number of older gay male friends that still take offense to queer - understandably. I embrace it as my identity, preferring it over "gay"

Was DMing with a friend and we noticed that the word "queer" is getting bleeped. To be sure, I tested the usual cussing suspects - bleeps the lot of them. I do find labeling "queer" a profane word a bit troubling. Maybe this is newish? Maybe it always has been and no one noticed/cared/brought it up? I myself am queer, and I took a mere smattering of offense at it. Would like to get your thoughts on this. Love, Scutt

Twas most fun!

They wanted it as such

After I sent it off, I thought about how I should have put the phrase "other figures sold separately"

To be honest it did take more time than usual. Doing the cutouts while keeping some of that aura did take a bit of work.

Hit me up if you'd like your own action figure

Thanks. It's an emote she uses frequently

Each of these were a blast to make. Want one of your own? Hit me up!

No I cheated and used a "real world" gun. Needed something beefy!

You are too kind (and replete with cow poop)

No burro for you. But you do get a consolation prize of a lifetime supply manure! Yay you!

Existential dread

An X'r myself. Thanks!

I was quite honored to be able create this for such an Excel legend.