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New flag possibly? But explanation. (lemmy.world)
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This flag is intended for a diverse range of individuals, including those who identify as furries, therians, or kemonomimis. I am a husky kemonomimi.

In order to elucidate these concepts, it is necessary to begin with a brief overview of the relevant terminology.

The term "furries" is used to describe a subculture of individuals who exhibit a fascination with anthropomorphic animals. It is important to emphasise the creative and expressive potential of anthropomorphic characters and art.

The term "therian" is used to describe individuals who have a spiritual or psychological connection with a specific animal. It is recommended that emphasis be placed on the spiritual or psychological connection that an individual may have with a specific animal.

Kemonomimi is a phenomenon whereby individuals are born with traits that are commonly associated with specific animals, such as dogs or cats. Such individuals typically exhibit a preference for wearing only ears and a tail. Not suits like a Furry. Some individuals may simply feel at ease with their current appearance, without any recollection of past traits.

In my estimation, I exhibit a number of traits that are similar to those of a husky. These include a tendency towards high levels of activity, a tendency towards high levels of excitement, and a tendency towards high levels of vocalization. Furthermore, I am prone to vocal outbursts, which can occur at any time of the day or night. This results in a more tranquil and contented state of mind. Additionally, I experience a sudden onset of intense hyperactivity at approximately 1 a.m., which manifests as a compelling urge to vocalize or make some type of noise. If I do not express this feeling, I experience a state of intense physical distress. Additionally, my voice becomes highly pitched and accelerated in speed.

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[–] [email protected] -3 points 3 months ago (1 children)

I don't know why people are downvoting this. Thanks for reviving a dead board. In the same way that BDSM represents at least 80% of the LGBT community (see: leather pride flag), furries and the like probably represent a similar portion. (I might be a rare exception as someone who isn't currently a furry, but I do wear cat ears sometimes.) There are furry pride flag designs with a paw in the center, which I think look better than your design. I realize the ears and tail probably represent a broader range of diversity (like the progress pride flag vs the gay pride flag) but symbol recognition is important when so few furry-adjacent pride flags are currently flown (at least in the spaces I frequent).

[–] [email protected] -1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Yeah it confuses me because LGBTQ is known for being accepting. Though totally I understand if flag specifically for Furries actually. It makes decent sense. Like just how you said, there’s this flag representing a broad spectrum. While furries have their own flag being under the same umbrella.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 3 months ago

Just from a vexillological perspective the flag needs some work. Cgp gray has a good series on flags and what makes them good and bad.

The paw is a great example. It's instantly readable and isn't overly complex. It's always going to feel like clip art unless it's worked into the design somehow, though. Good luck.