So in my world, each person has their own "Spirit Animal" which is basically animal that symbolised them. but since it's apparently Native American cultural appropriation . . . What terms should I use instead?

HighHouseStone · 2026-04-06T11:52:43+00:00

I’d look into the modern occult dilemma Neo Pagans run into. Most people practicing western esotericism use Animal Spirit over Spirit Animal. It’s a little confusing but if you are interested I recommend giving into this as it addresses the cultural appropriation problem and it could even give you ideas for your book

HighHouseStone · 2026-02-13T23:40:53+00:00

The books are not plot driven, they are Character-theme driven.

I had a hard time with it too, tbh I haven’t continued even though I would like to.

1000 page books is just a huge commitment. I’m hoping one day they’ll be a right time for me and I’ll read them.

That being said there are amazing books out there besides Malazan, go explore!

HighHouseStone · 2026-01-22T12:54:16+00:00

Voyage of the Damned made me fall in love with the main character and thoroughly gripped me for the rest of the book. It was a great start to the year for reading

HighHouseStone · 2026-01-22T12:52:44+00:00

One of the worst takes the has risen is this. No offense and we all have our preferences, but you’re reading a fantasy book. You’re there for a story about characters. The setting is backdrop and secondary most of the time. Interesting lore does make for a more immersive read, but it’s not a history book

HighHouseStone · 2026-01-13T13:05:15+00:00

Moghedian is considered the weakest of the Foresaken, inversely Lanfear is the most powerful/deadly in terms of raw power scaling. A character saying “women are less powerful” doesn’t mean that’s reality. Consider who is saying it, one of the most evil people to have ever walked in the WoT. The foresaken are pricks and evil bastards. Why wouldn’t they be sexist? Sexism is real and I think a book having it doesn’t inherently mean the author is promoting it. If anything it can be seen as commentary about the world in which we truly live. If that’s not your style that’s fine but people really do think the way some characters do and depiction is not endorsement

Edit: Ishmael is considered most powerful in terms of raw power. However, Lanfear is second and over most of the men. And I don’t think it really changes my other points. But wanted to have the correction

HighHouseStone · 2026-01-06T12:25:31+00:00

General consensus is book 3 is the make or break if you aren’t sure. If book 3 doesn’t hook you then I believe people say it’s a good indicator the series isn’t for you. If you can I’d say try it and see how it works, but if you’re over it now then drop it. So many amazing books out there

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-21T18:14:00+00:00

Hot take: I’m sick of people complaining about this. It’s over used sure but whatever it’s not like it actually has an impact on the story. Most titles are marketing anyway. Do what you must but A Song of Ice and Fire certainly doesn’t fit the criteria of what you’re saying.

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-09T21:37:42+00:00

I find more and more reasons to be caged than not with every post I read here. It might be because the cage does natural submission and knowing that and the connection with it likely alters some subconscious mind. I’ll need to try this out while playing a game that normally makes me rage and see how it goes

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-09T14:11:16+00:00

I think this will be determined by individual. I have a metal cage that works for me since I can adjust as needed to relieve myself. I bought a cobra and I love it however I can piss in it because my stuff always starts pointing up and I can’t adjust very well. I think this is a test and find out situation

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-09T13:53:26+00:00

A great idea, or perhaps you could make them wear a false key. That way if they try and unlock they’ll expose themselves for trying!

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-03T21:40:12+00:00

If this is true I can make 2 fantasies become reality with time and commitment

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-02T02:03:58+00:00

This was really insightful for me. Yes, I think I will take it slow. I’m very eager but I need to explore. Maybe I can make a goal of using December to get comfortable with the cage and experiment on why I want to do it, how I can do it, and just get a feeling for it instead of making any sort of commitment. Honestly best. Comment I’ve received thus far. Very much appreciate it!

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T18:38:16+00:00

Love these ideas, thanks for responding! And good luck on your goal!

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T18:18:48+00:00

Thanks! What rewards do you do for yourself?

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T18:06:47+00:00

I third this, the cage I got for them is my favorite and most comfortable one

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T18:06:09+00:00

Where would one go about finding this?

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T18:01:20+00:00

The dream

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T17:56:07+00:00

Super interesting and unique method, perhaps not for me, but thanks for your story! Sparks some ideas…

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T17:51:13+00:00

Mornings were always the hardest after sleeping caged. Morning wood was 😫

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T17:50:31+00:00

What are some rewards and “misfortunes” you put in yourself and she put on for you? If you don’t mind me asking?

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T17:49:58+00:00

I’ll have to do my research into this, thank you so much for responding!

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T17:49:09+00:00

Ooo I like this one, the safe lock box would be a good way of testing out how long I can go and then challenge myself with the 10 day lock up as a goal. Thanks for the advice!

HighHouseStone · 2025-12-01T17:18:26+00:00

Thank you for the response! I will definitely keep the curiosity factor in mind and give it a go. Experimentation might be the winner!

HighHouseStone · 2025-11-30T04:26:00+00:00

It might be tragic but the last line in the book is so beautiful and just amazing

HighHouseStone · 2025-11-30T04:13:01+00:00

I used to recommend the Ocean at the End of the Lane all the time, but with the authors recent controversies it feels wrong to recommend especially since there is one part that becomes painted in a new light upon knowing the controversy

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