“Furries” as they are known by Second Life Residents
are avatars in the form of fictional
anthropomorphic animal characters with human personalities and characteristics.
Just as in the real world the “Fandom” subculture is a role play community that
exists in SL.
Many long time residents have seen furries at
some time in Second Life and throughout the years they have integrated within
the Second Life community in different ways. One of the more known Furries in Second Life
is Bixyl Shuftan, owner of SL Newser.
Besides him, have you noticed that we don’t
see or hear much about furries anymore? This had the SL Enquirer wondering if
this species of avatar are going extinct or could they just be migrating around unnoticed?
Upon a
little research, some places where furries reside have been found. These creatures still seem to be thriving within
the Second Life community. Here are a few places they like to travel and
socialize with other furrries.
Luskwood
Luskwood is the oldest and original Furry Avatar
Community and avatar creator since 2003.
This location is a forest setting run by furries. This location is not just for
furries, all are welcome.
The Furry
Den
The Furry Den is mostly a hangout and party place
for all the folks who want to have fun. It is a small venue with minimal lag.
Since opening its doors in January 2014, it has had 5678 in visitor traffic traffic which clearly
shows us that furries are still here in our Second Life community.
Furry
Fair 2014, by PotPourri Markets
This is a place where people can discover the
world of furries, and where furries can find some nice stuff to buy. You will find live performances here also. It
definitely is a place for other furries to hang out and chat with one another.
Fuwa Fuwa! Shopping Mall: Furry mods and Accessories.
If you are looking for fashion
from an actual furry avatar to accessories then this mall would probably be on
your list of places to visit. Shops include: Hello Grymmy! Ritz, GRitz,
NekoMoMo, HOO, Birdy, No Pants, Sammich Shop, Remmora, Murder of Ravens, GNR,
Meri's Desserts, Om-Nom-Nubsy, Tobi.and many more. Set in a futuristic theme it
is a cool mall to explore.
Club Triple Threat - SL's
Furry Dance Music HQ
This is one of Second life's
hottest furry dance club! Fresh music, live acts, events, entertainment, for
Furries, and anyone else wanting to party. Since opening its doors only last
week it has had a traffic of 7535 people passing through its doors, clearly
showing us that furries may be quiet but they are busy having fun!
Through the years, furries
have been mistreated, banned and or discriminated against because of their
lifestyle choice.
Rather than die out as an
avatar species, they found strength in numbers, paved their own paths and
creating their own furry community activities.
Times have changed,
however, the furry community has remained loyal and true to their community
members. They support both furry and human avatar visitors and welcome anyone
to their venues. These places are great for learning more about SL’s Furry subculture
and socializing without feeling different, singled out or judged.
Ohhh, just now heard about your article from a friend of mine.
ReplyDeleteThanks for giving us furries some attention!
Greetings from the Furry Den!