No plan survives the first attempt to open the padlock, or something.

Drawing this to remind myself that I can draw my OCs however I want, wherever I want

Also totally unrelated note I may need some help with... something.

Furry captain, helmsman, and tactician inside a retro-futuristic bridge of a space ship about to do a maneuver against an enemy cruiser.

comm for Tukamos

VENTURA CITY DRIFTERS (1995)

Just a little image series I decided to cook up on short notice. Looks like someone installed a new mod and Toriel is... curious :>

@maxiiiwitz.bsky.social told me that Charlie hasn’t been seen for a while now I wonder she is doing. X3
#cocoon #milking #webs #abbandoned #dehumanization

...She said, calmly. 💀

actually this is fucking true lmao literally 1 year apart

I suppose another box on the 'furry smut artist' list has been ticked now

Argh

some part of my brain always latches onto gag sizes in bondage fics. Like what do you mean "her mouth was sealed with a 2'' silicone ballgag" have you ever tried to wear a 2'' gag for more than 5 minutes?

Then I remember the gag sizes I usually want to draw *my* characters wearing.

got Axel brainrot at 3AM again wtf

Who said spellcasters had to wear long floppy robes?

🎨: @meltymoth.bsky.social

(Appendix to point 1: Safety should always trump fantasy. It's just that that is even more true under the first point.)

8. Last but not least, this is not an exhaustive list by a long shot. Inform yourself. Plan ahead. There's plenty of good resources out there.

Disclaimer: These are my 2 cents on selfbondage safety. I am not liable for how you engage in selfbondage or any consequences thereof. Play safe.

7. Be aware of what you are doing. Even with all these safety features you shouldn't think you're totally guaranteed to escape. Use your brain when you tie yourself. What interference could there be? Can I (if needed) *stay tied up* until help arrives? Because in the worst case, you will.

6 cont'd. An easy way to keep it reserved for emergencies is to let there be some minor consequence to its use. For instance, when pulling the string attached to the keys, a bottle of water (or wine, if you're a masochist) is tipped over onto the floor. But keep in mind: This must be your safe out.

6. Immediate release options. Yes, you need one. Yes, it needs to work easily, especially if you are physically exhausted. Yes, it needs to be immediately accessible. That does not mean it needs to be a "get out of jail free" (literally) card, though.

5. Independent release methods (2 or more). By this, I mean things that don't rely on the same mechanism to release you. For instance, don't double up on keys. Have a key-based and rope-cutting-based release. I actually have a method for that, if anyone's interested.

4. Gags! If you can't get your hands free immediately (and I *mean* immediately-immediately, with at most cosmetic restraints), you want to be able to breath through your mouth easily. If you still want something big in your mouth, I recommend gags with airholes (*test* beforehand).

3 cont'd.
Restraints to stay away from:
- Police cuffs (already mentioned)
- Zipties (I know it's a great vibe but for the love of god don't)

Probably some others I'm forgetting but these are the two worst offenders.

3 cont'd.
- Tape: Bondage tape is easy to apply, easy to remove, but provides solid strictness. Normal tape... have a layer between that and skin. Generally best for, e.g., legs.
- Saran wrap: Fun. Also very very wasteful. Least environmentally friendly selfbondage material by a long shot imo.

3 cont'd. My ranking goes as follows:
- Rope: Easy to apply too strictly. Thus, mostly good for sensual tying, harnesses, or anywhere on the body but the wrists.
- Cuffs: *Proper bondage cuffs* - easy to use, yay! Police style cuffs are an utter safety nightmare, however. Stay away at all costs.

3. Be aware of your tools. Rope, cuffs, etc., are all more or less suited to the task. The main aspects to judge them by imo are by how easy it is to make a mistake when applying them, and how easy it is to get rid of them in an emergency. Doubly applies to anything you put on your wrists.

2 cont'd. Hogties especially fall into this. As a general rule, if you want a strict hogtie, you can modify it by tying the connector to a chest harness and then anchoring your wrists elsewhere. You *never* want to have to rely on being able to slacken the tension to escape (e.g., reach a lock).

2. It's more tiring than it looks. This is a good general baseline (even something seemingly simple can tire you out much faster than expected). This goes *doubly* for any body parts that you place tension on. In particular hands and arms, which are probably the most important 'escape tool' to have.

1 cont'd. I know that in the moment, it may seem like an easy thing, but that's the horniness talking. Make it a priority to *step back and review* just how you plan on proceeding. And for the love of god, practice somewhere where people can get to you/find you. Embarassment will not end you.

1. The no-brainer of safety, is to have a safe person. It's also the most "easier said than done" thing on this list. The simple fact of the matter is that in lieu of one, safety really needs to trump fantasy. Immediate, *easy* escape options and independent releases are non-negotiable here.

The picture Ive wanted to take my entire life! The Pillars of Creation in the heart of the Eagle Nebula 7000 light-years from earth. Took 3 days and 600 images through my telescope 🔭

It's me, but a Pocket Man!