Gorean Philosophy

Question::   In Your opinion, how does the gorean philosophy, fit in with the society of Earth 1998?

Ivanhoe:: The gorean philosophy flies in the face of damn near everything that Men and women of Urth are taught today. It runs contrary to what modern women would have men behave like. They would have Men be controlled and tamed, aggressive only when they desire; women would have power and superiority among us, yet still have the privilidges of being a lady. It goes against what most politicians and rulers want to see in citizens, people easily controlled and ruled over, Men without aggression, women without passion. Most businesses demand that one forfeit concepts of honor to gain position. The society of today wants instant gratification with no responsibility. This is not what gorean Men and women are like in any way shape or form. So, in response, gorean philosophy has no place in Earth's society of 1998, except in the hearts of those who take responsibility for their actions and honor and in those slaves who listen to their instincts and live how their instincts would guide them. Slaves sacrifice their freedom from choice and responsibility for the freedoms of unchecked sexuality and a complete lack of inhibitions. Goreans are the inhabitants of the savage garden. Some are hunters; some are prey.

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Question:: In Your opinion, what is the difference between a "real life" gorean and an online one?

Ivanhoe:: A real life Gorean is someone who has taken portions of or all of the Gorean philosophy to heart. Be it the concepts of living as you see fit, the Honor or the Mastery of women. Just because a Man does not have a slave in RL does not mean that he is not Gorean. If he abides by his Codes and lives as he sees fit, I would consider that one to be a real life Gorean.

Question:: How do You personally measure Your success as a Gorean?

Ivanhoe:: Complete I would think. In RL I would imagine that I would be a bit frivolous at times to most, but what the hell, you have to have a sense of humor. One can't always act like he's got a tarn goad shoved up his ass. Makes for a boring Man. I think that being able to learn and occasionally laugh at oneself is a good quality to have. As far as learning about Mastery, I still have much to learn in what one might call technique, but we never stop learning about that.

Question:: If You were a gorean animal, what would you be? (Larl, sleen, tarn, etc) Explain why.

Ivanhoe:: Being who I am as a gorean male, I am all of them to some form of another. Vicious and tenacious as a sleen, strong and as proud as a larl, swift and precise as the tarn, rising above petty things, and as deadly as the ost snake. I am all of those and strive to keep mind and body alike in top form. One of the Scarlet Caste should strive for all of these.

*lassy wriggles wiping the drool from her lips

REAL LIFE ISSUES

Question:: How many females do You own?

Ivanhoe:: One, safire{I}.

Question:: How did You introduce the female to Your needs?

Ivanhoe:: I began by explaining who I was and dominating her from the outset. If she wished to be with me, she submitted, completely. Being as she was from Urth I started rather slow and taught her positions and serves before commanding her to do so.

Question:: Since Your female had no concept of the Gorean culture and rites -- did You whip upon collaring? Her reaction to such an act?

Ivanhoe:: Yes, five full speed strikes from a belt (I do not own a quiva yet) She bore it as kajira should; no protests, just absolute submission.

*lassy winces

Question:: What methods will You use to teach the female her belly?

Ivanhoe:: Simple, I command; she performs. If she seems prideful, then I punish accordingly and put her in her place. Should she get rebellious, she is punished with the belt. For her knowledge I command her to do positions and serves in real life and critique or reward based on her performance.

Question:: Does BDSM have a place in Your life?

Ivanhoe:: Actually, not much. Sometimes holding her in place with some form enhances her discipline in the furs as far as control. Also and affectionate spanking is a good reward for her. She is on a leash a lot, but I don't consider that to be BDSM really.

Question: What aspects of BDSM do you invoke into the gorean lifestyle?

Ivanhoe:: See the above question girl.

Question:: In Your opinion does BDSM play a major or minor role in the gorean lifestyle?

Ivanhoe:: I would say minor; sure the bondage equipment has its uses occasionally, but to me BDSM focuses on that most of all. Being gorean with a slave is not about tying her up, it is about using her to your full pleasure and absolutely dominating her. One doesn't need ropes or a paddle for that.

Question:: Would You say Your more BDSM than gorean?

Ivanhoe:: No

Question:: Do You permit the female safewords/limits?

Ivanhoe:: Not really, if she doesn't trust me enough to give everything, then she is not kajira. As far as limits, I decide when to push and not to push should she have those.

Question:: How much online activity will actually be utilized by You with Your female? (I.e.: slave positions, serving, kneeling, etc.)

Ivanhoe:: I use the positions and serves frequently. One other custom overlooked by most is the passing of food from her to me and back. Thus she realizes who owns whom.

Question:: In Your opinion is it the slave's responsibility to support the Master?

Ivanhoe:: No, she does his bidding so far as his orders are concerned. It is the Master that goes out and earns the daily bread. After all if she is going to be a slave, she gives up the responsibilities of fending for herself. She will however work and earn her keep while owned.

Question:: Is it Your intentions to go 24/7 with Your female?

Ivanhoe:: Isn't that how it should be? While not always serious and totally dominant, she knows who owns her and how far she can 'push' while being playful.

*lassy sighs whistfully

Question:: Do You intend on marrying Your female or any other female slave?

Ivanhoe:: It is under consideration, but for now the collar is enough.

Question:: Do You feel the institution of marriage to be a help or hindrance between a Master and slave in a relationship? (save for those already married before entering the lifestyle)

Ivanhoe:: I would consider it a boon. The dedication required for a Master/slave relationship can be built on firm grounds within a marriage I believe. The only problem I could see would be should a slave 'beg' out of her collar. I am unsure if that would be grounds for divorce, so perhaps a married couple should think long and hard about it before doing so. The collar is just as important as that ring.

Question:: Do You believe "contracts" have a place in the gorean lifestyle?

Ivanhoe:: Only if they are legally enforceable. Were one married to his kajira and had kids in the equation, I would have one drawn up that would prohibit using the Urth legal system to gain advantage over her Master should things not work out.

*lassy ponders

Question:: In Your opinion should a Master get involved in His real life slave's financial matters? (I.e.: retirements, savings accts, expenses)

Ivanhoe:: Yes, if you are going to spend a long time with a girl, then you should be planning for all of that. However, you had best not abuse such trust, ever.

Question:: Whose responsibility should it be to maintain life insurance, health insurance?

Ivanhoe:: That would fall to the Master. Like I spoke of before, he goes out and secures the means that both survive on. But, should a kajira take a job outside the home that offers a more advantageous plan than the one that He is offered, seize it.

Question:: Do You foresee taking any other slaves into Your home or life, in the near or distant future?

Ivanhoe:: No, quite honestly I have had two slaves in the past. That is not for me. Using two slaves is a good thing, but I do not have time to own them 24/7. I have too many other pressing matters with my career.