dominant

Definition

Dominant refers to a character who takes the leading, controlling, or authoritative role in a relationship or sexual scenario. A dominant character typically directs the actions of their partner, sets boundaries, and exerts psychological or physical control over the dynamic. This tag applies to characters who display assertive, commanding, or controlling behavior regardless of the specific context.

Dominance can manifest in various ways including verbal degradation, physical restraint, giving orders, or simply maintaining a confident and controlling presence throughout the interaction. The term is closely associated with bdsm dynamics but is not exclusively limited to them.

Usage

Apply this tag when a character consistently takes the controlling role in a scenario. This includes characters who are naturally commanding, those who assume dominance through the progression of the story, and those in established power dynamics such as master_x_servant

This tag frequently appears alongside maledom or femdom to specify the gender of the dominant party. The direct opposite of this tag is submissive, which should be applied to characters who yield control to their partner. Characters who switch between both roles should additionally be tagged with switch.