Mephitians, An Anthropomorphic Skunk Race

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So, about a week or so after posting the original thread here, I've come back and decided to rewrite it cause the pitch didn't sound quite right.

Anyways, allow me to re-introduce you to; Mephitians

They are a anthropomorphic skunk-like race that can secrete a potent aphrodisiac from the paws on their hands.

I have additional plans to create;

1. A sexable character based off the race. (Nearing completion)

2. A TF for the race. (Not yet started)

Afterwards, I'll probably take a break for a while and brainstorm some new ideas to write later down the line.

To all those who have given me their attention so far, thank you. I really do enjoy writing for TiTS, and hope to make more content in the future.
 
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It's been about a week now, and I'm here for a progress update.

I am currently working on a sexable character based of this race, with the rough draft nearing completion. Once it is done, I plan to post it on the "Ideas" subforum to get peer reviews before trying to go any further with it.

It should only take a few more days to finish, so I hope at least someone looks forward to it, as I've put a lot of effort into it.
 

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Are you writing a TF for it?

Are you aware of Vivi? She started as an Ausar, but got unspecified Gene-Mods to become more skunk-like.

Also, don't expect any combat-based perks to get in. Though special Lust attacks/Pheromone perks are most likely* to be accepted.
*Read: Have any chance at all.
 
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Are you writing a TF for it?

Are you aware of Vivi? She started as an Ausar, but got unspecified Gene-Mods to become more skunk-like.

Also, don't expect any combat-based perks to get in. Though special Lust attacks/Pheromone perks are most likely* to be accepted.
*Read: Have any chance at all.
For one, yes, I am aware of Vivi, but I am unsure of if her writer would retcon something like this into her backstory.

Two, I didn't plan on having any combat perks associated with it, it really just a flavor sort of things, though I think something like the Musky Pheromones perk would work as a suitable stand-in.

And lastly, I do have plans to make a TF at some point, but that probably won't be for a bit, seeing as I plan on taking a small break once the character is finished.
 

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Update:

I have posted a thread for a new Mephitian character in the "Ideas" subforum, which is currently waiting for mod approval for public viewing.

It is still a WIP, and I am open to suggestions for content to add. If you have any ideas and/or feedback to the project, leave a comment under the thread or in the doc. Or, if you want to give support to the project or future projects, you can give words of encouragement.

Thanks for everyones attention so far.
 

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For one, yes, I am aware of Vivi, but I am unsure of if her writer would retcon something like this into her backstory.

Two, I didn't plan on having any combat perks associated with it, it really just a flavor sort of things, though I think something like the Musky Pheromones perk would work as a suitable stand-in.

And lastly, I do have plans to make a TF at some point, but that probably won't be for a bit, seeing as I plan on taking a small break once the character is finished.
Vivi's creator here. 1. I'm banned from the discord and can't even submit new content anyway, even if I wanted to after all the shit I had to deal with.
2. Vivi is an Ausar because I was told they weren't accepting any new races, so I had to rework her slightly to just make her gene modded.
3. I had way more stuff planned for Vivi than actually got into the game. If you want to take up the character I can give you a rough outline of what I had planned seeing as you seem to like skunks and a new race based on them seems unlikely.
 

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Vivi's creator here. 1. I'm banned from the discord and can't even submit new content anyway, even if I wanted to after all the shit I had to deal with.
2. Vivi is an Ausar because I was told they weren't accepting any new races, so I had to rework her slightly to just make her gene modded.
3. I had way more stuff planned for Vivi than actually got into the game. If you want to take up the character I can give you a rough outline of what I had planned seeing as you seem to like skunks and a new race based on them seems unlikely.
So does that mean there isn't gonna be no new content for vivi in the future, then?
 

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So does that mean there isn't gonna be no new content for vivi in the future, then?
Not from me, but anyone who wants to has my permission to expand her. I only have one request. If any decides to add her mother, her mother's name was planed to be Fifi. I would prefer if that was kept. I can tell you all what else I had in mind if anyone wants. A lot got changed in editing and then, you know, all the drama.
 

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Vivi's creator here. 1. I'm banned from the discord and can't even submit new content anyway, even if I wanted to after all the shit I had to deal with.
2. Vivi is an Ausar because I was told they weren't accepting any new races, so I had to rework her slightly to just make her gene modded.
3. I had way more stuff planned for Vivi than actually got into the game. If you want to take up the character I can give you a rough outline of what I had planned seeing as you seem to like skunks and a new race based on them seems unlikely.
It's not that I like skunks or anything, its just that I had a fun idea for a race and skunks were a neat fit for what I had in mind.

Moreover, it wasn't until partway into it that I found out about Vivi, and I started going over in my mind what you would of thought about this, personally, seeing as I don't know you as a writer. But, after I finish the last thing I have in mind atm, the TF for the race, I'll think about taking her up... maybe.
 

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wait what happen?
I would be happy to give you all the info, but cannot do so here. Literally can't post the screenshots. However if you are interested I am asteroth3266 on discord. Even giving you the TLDR here could get us both in trouble depending who saw it.
 

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I guess it's been a while...

To update on a few things, I got a job, so I have less overall free time to write, but I'll still do it if I have any ideas.

Currently, I'm waiting to get some feedback on the character based off this race before moving forward with it (i.e. making a race tf), then after that, I'll either do the same process again, or just make a character without a unique race. I have some things in mind for the next character (keywords being; busty boy)

After I get some sort of feedback, I might post something ascertaining to possible extra content for the character, as I had some plans that had to be left out of the initial draft.

I was just checking in while I had some time. But I better get going, I have to get up at 5am CST for work tomorrow.
 

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I guess it's been a while...

To update on a few things, I got a job, so I have less overall free time to write, but I'll still do it if I have any ideas.

Currently, I'm waiting to get some feedback on the character based off this race before moving forward with it (i.e. making a race tf), then after that, I'll either do the same process again, or just make a character without a unique race. I have some things in mind for the next character (keywords being; busty boy)

After I get some sort of feedback, I might post something ascertaining to possible extra content for the character, as I had some plans that had to be left out of the initial draft.

I was just checking in while I had some time. But I better get going, I have to get up at 5am CST for work tomorrow.
Read through it, seems very Mary Sue-esque
A near perfect homeworld so that they're incredibly peaceful and haven't known strife or conflict until after First Contact.
The idea that the chemical agent is exclusively from hand-paws seems awkward in practice like they just hold it over someone's face like a chloroform rag.
The rest of them just being "almost human" in all other aspects is fine for the purpose of being a furry character in an adult game, but it leaves a little wanting in having their own identity as a species physiologically. I think it would play much better to their identity if the source of their pheromone just played similarly to actual skunks. Doesn't have to be an anal gland, could just be along the tail instead if you prefer. That way they can wag it around to spread the cloud and increase efficacy.
Their quirk of refusing all automation and yet simultaneously being at the height of their industrial revolution seems like a completely implausible contradiction. Like having your cake and eating it too. Especially considering that many many things simply cannot be handcrafted, hence the purpose of the industrial revolution and the backbone of technological advancement. Not to mention the incredible advancements in the medical field that would simply be too good to pass up for the quality of life of literally the entire planet.
All in all, reads too perfectly one dimensional like a Disney cartoon (minus the sex-paws)
 

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Read through it, seems very Mary Sue-esque
A near perfect homeworld so that they're incredibly peaceful and haven't known strife or conflict until after First Contact.
The idea that the chemical agent is exclusively from hand-paws seems awkward in practice like they just hold it over someone's face like a chloroform rag.
The rest of them just being "almost human" in all other aspects is fine for the purpose of being a furry character in an adult game, but it leaves a little wanting in having their own identity as a species physiologically. I think it would play much better to their identity if the source of their pheromone just played similarly to actual skunks. Doesn't have to be an anal gland, could just be along the tail instead if you prefer. That way they can wag it around to spread the cloud and increase efficacy.
Their quirk of refusing all automation and yet simultaneously being at the height of their industrial revolution seems like a completely implausible contradiction. Like having your cake and eating it too. Especially considering that many many things simply cannot be handcrafted, hence the purpose of the industrial revolution and the backbone of technological advancement. Not to mention the incredible advancements in the medical field that would simply be too good to pass up for the quality of life of literally the entire planet.
All in all, reads too perfectly one dimensional like a Disney cartoon (minus the sex-paws)
1. The fact of having their homeworld being without conflict is something I wrote early on, and I do have plans to change that, along with adding some more lore surrounding their aversion to conflict and possible future or brewing conflicts, as a result of contact with and exploration of outside influences. I originally had the thought of putting them in a WW1 sort of thing, but the Myr already cover that sort of thing. Overall, I agree with the complaint that they seem to safe, and just know that it is a draft right now and can and/or will be changed.

2. Its not that they refuse automation entirely, only when it comes to things that are seen as forms of art and/or expression of one's self and talent. Truthfully, it's only the ones who focus on said crafts that advocate for not automating the process, and mass-produced stuff is starting to become more commonplace, but skilled craftsmen and their handiwork are still highly respected and seen as a necessary part of the race's culture. The core time period of the race overall (based off human time periods, as per the outline) is late Victorian / early Industrial eras, roughly around the late 1800s to early 1900s, and I think it could have been written a bit better, and I have plans to restructure the lore around them soon.

3. The whole point of having the race secrete pheromones from their paws is to supplement the fact of their culture having a heavy emphasis on wearing gloves or other forms of handwear at nearly all times. I wanted a singular item to be a big focal point of the race, and landed on handwear because many people seem to be into that stuff. While I think your idea of the pheromones coming from the tail being a good idea, its not without its problems, as the question of "How are they supposed to not smell of pheromones all the time when it comes from something they can't really cover up in any practical way?" is one I had to ask myself when thinking about things like this.

Overall, I am thankful of your feedback, and hope that I can use this to write something even better.
 

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Update: To those who have already read the document (as well as those who haven't), much has been changed as to make the race more believable.

Though I only got a bit of feedback, it was enough to know where to go with things.

Feel free to give it a read over, and hopefully I addressed a few of the points of criticism.
 

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"How are they supposed to not smell of pheromones all the time when it comes from something they can't really cover up in any practical way?"

I was gonna say the same way Skunks do, but after looking it up, their answer is just "Aiming carefully" since it's expelled in liquid form. But in the case of them getting affected, they will obsessively roll in the dirt and grass to remove it from themselves.
So my suggestion can evolve to the pheromones being secreted only on demand and not passively, the same way skunks handle their trick. They can be neat-freaks like Chinchillas who consistently wash their fur to ensure that none of the liquid source is left on after the acts. You can play into that by having a character who is uncharacteristically unhygienic and are often kicked out of establishments for their tactless tail scents. Not too unlike people with a fetish for musk.