Something about arbitrary value in subjective semantics.
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Argentus
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Yurlungur
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I dunno the word "Nigga" is a completely separate word depending on how the individual sees it, due the former version having an extremely nasty connotation to it, this newer version is shown as the sense of empowerment
So I don't think they lost the word, per say
werewolfgold
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Well, if there's some kind of mass movement to take back the word "tranny" for some reason, then I guess we can reevaluate the situation. But, some black people still aren't even cool with throwing "nigga" around. And then, I've even heard some black people calling white people "nigga". I dunno. Just be careful. lol
At this point, I would advise moving back to something more DOA-centric...
At this point, I would advise moving back to something more DOA-centric...
AsheMann21
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That can be relieved with the simple goal of beating up the person in front of you, regardless of what he/she/it is trying to say~
Haven't played the game in some time. Decided to pop in in for a bit. Joined 5 lobbies. All smooth connections (save one). I fought every single person in each lobby once (undefeated), before every single one exited the lobby immediately after losing.
I'm drowning in pussies, and not in the way a sexually loose man would use the phrase.
I'm drowning in pussies, and not in the way a sexually loose man would use the phrase.
Edmund
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What if I told you that I'm tranny irl and I don't mind people calling me that? Gonna get an official name change to Edna.
/mindblown
werewolfgold
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I would say that it's not statistically improbable for someone of a specific group to not care about certain slurs being thrown around. Still doesn't mean that you should just go throwing them around willy-nilly, however.
Rawbietussin
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The word that people typically use nowadays if they want to shorten transgender/transsexual down to something is "trans". Seemingly not a big difference, but it doesn't have the stigma attached. Plus it's even one less letter.
Does this mean "Trans" is the least and inoffensive term to address a person belonging under the said category?
werewolfgold
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Yep. If you have to bring the aspect up, then "trans" is the umbrella term. Typically, "transgender" is the longform commonly used. While "transsexual" is a legitimate term, that's getting into the physical "what is in your pants?" or "are you on hormones?" thing again.
Unlike "tranny", "trans" or "transgender" is an adjective. So, "That person is a transgender/trans" would be incorrect. "That person is a transwoman" is okay, though.
Unlike "tranny", "trans" or "transgender" is an adjective. So, "That person is a transgender/trans" would be incorrect. "That person is a transwoman" is okay, though.
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I'm honestly kinda done with gendered pronouns to begin with. I realize that English is actually far better than most languages, but why do we distinguish between them so dichotomously? It just gives off a weird, segregated vibe and further enforces separation and cultural bias.
I don't know. I think about these things sometimes and they bother me.
I don't know. I think about these things sometimes and they bother me.
Rawbietussin
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Well, I don't know about you guys but I can say that I am literally learning though. Little tidbits like this should be applied by everyone on their lives in general. It's honestly a matter of addressing a person without offending them in particular.
Back to DOA character wants... I seriously think there's a lack of cheerful and energetic guys in the roster apart from Zack, Brad and Bass (add Jacky even if he's only a guest).
Back to DOA character wants... I seriously think there's a lack of cheerful and energetic guys in the roster apart from Zack, Brad and Bass (add Jacky even if he's only a guest).
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UpSideDownGRUNT
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Ein is energetic, he is filled with energy to punch everyone in the face lol
Rawbietussin
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He doesn't laugh or say his quotes in an energetic manner though.
UpSideDownGRUNT
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I was mainly joking, however, it IS true that Ein in 5U is more cheerful than he was in past games though.
In "That's how a fight feels" and "My instincts lead me to victory" win quotes he even smiles and shows a more interesting side when he's with Ayane/Hitomi and even Hayate.
In "That's how a fight feels" and "My instincts lead me to victory" win quotes he even smiles and shows a more interesting side when he's with Ayane/Hitomi and even Hayate.
Rawbietussin
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The new character models in general are honestly more smiley/smirky compared to the old stern ones though.
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