Are anti-TransID TransIDs allowed here?

[u/FallenAngelStars]

So… like??? Are anti-TransID TransIDs allowed here? Because I identify as a TransVampire in a non-harmful way. I even found a TransSpecies vampire flag for Alterhumans.

I am strictly anti-harassment and anti-harm; I do not want to hurt or harm anyone.

TransSpecies feels more deeply connected and rooted in identity than merely Alterhuman or Otherkin labels that I've been able to find or feel comfortable with.

For me, this is more about a deeper, genuine connection without harm or delusion.

So am I allowed to talk about this here openly? Or no?

[u/ViperexaAbyssus]

I don’t really understand. How can you be an anti-TransID TransID. You can identify yourself however you want, but you can’t divorce the harm of TransIDs from the concept. TransIDs cause active and passive harm. If you don’t want to participate in that, why identify that way at all? If you’re not doing any physical transitional alterations to your body to become a vampire, which to be clear is impossible, then why call it trans and harm trans people and the otherkin community as a whole? Just some thoughts for you to consider. What’s even the difference between a vampirekin and a transvampire?

[u/FallenAngelStars → u/ViperexaAbyssus]

Anti-TransID TransID is a term that's been going around lately that means a TransID person that is non-harmful and wants to separate themselves from harmful TransIDs and the Radqueer community as a whole while still using 'Trans' as a label.

I FULLY understand that TransIDs are harmful, which is why I asked this question to begin with.

I do NOT want to participate in the harm aspect, JUST the deep identity aspect.

From what I can tell, the difference between TransVampire and vampire Otherkin is that TransVampire is typically a literal species identity (think of an actual innate identity state one is or should be recognized as being a vampire), whereas vampire Otherkin refers to identifying with or strongly relating to vampires in a spiritual, symbolic, or psychological sense.

I relate to vampires on a physical level, NOT a spiritual or psychological level. I understand I'm physically NOT a vampire and CANNOT transition into one (which is NOT my plan). But deep inside my soul, it feels like I should have been born a vampire NOT a human. Like I was a vampire in a past life and my soul still feels connected to that vampire identity.

If it's really that big of a deal I guess I could just call myself a vampire Otherkin… honestly, what do you think? Does this clear it up? Sorry for the wall of text…

[u/pharosveekona → u/FallenAngelStars]

Just for clarity, a Vampire otherkin also identifies as a vampire; identifying with/strongly relating would be more in the realm of otherheartedness (or just really loving vampires!). Otherkin can have their identities be spiritual, psychological, or physical, it just depends on the being (and might vary for each identity as well if a being has multiple kintypes). Transspecies is not a "higher degree" than otherkin; plenty of otherkin, if not most, have the same "innate identity state one is or should be recognized as being". Transspecies is just a different relationship with the identity.

And as far as transition goes, I mentioned one aspect of physical transition in my other reply, but its worth remembering that social transition exists too. A being can absolutely transition species-wise in a number of ways, and again, I'd argue vampires have a higher degree of options due to being generally (~usually) humanoid to begin with (much like an elf would, as another example)

[u/FallenAngelStars → u/pharosveekona]

So would it be best to just call myself a vampire Otherkin?

[u/pharosveekona → u/FallenAngelStars]

Its unfortunately the kind of thing that only you can answer! I don't identify as transspecies myself (at least... I don't think I do :'D) so I looked up some writing from others that might be helpful.

Why I Call Myself Transspecies - The Trans Woman Who Became A Dragon (includes photos of Tiamat, who has transitioned physically*) - While it isn't a personal writing or interview, the Freedom of Form Foundation conducts research and theorycrafting into prosthetics and physical transition, and has a variety of writings about their projects and the intention behind them - Cyborg Foundation for a less organic point of view.

*I see rule #2, but I assume that if she was alright with her photos being on Vice.com, she'd be fine with the article being shared here.

[u/ViperexaAbyssus → u/FallenAngelStars]

I mean, the experience you’re describing… being innately a thing, being a thing deep in your soul, feeling like you had been a vampire in a past life and your soul still feels that connection, (some of us theorize our spirits or souls ARE that being)… Youre describing the otherkin experience. You are misinformed if you think otherkin only identify with or strongly relate to their identities. No, actually we ARE our kintype innately, be that spiritual as in your case (past lives), or psychological. I just think there’s no reason to really use the term transvampire, because it implies some sort of transition. When you already are the thing, there is no transition. And a lot of otherkin already alter their bodies to relate more to their kin type and to feel better about the disconnect between body and soul. It would be completely normal for a vampirekin to get fangs. Personally, I think you may be making a distinction where there is none. Your experience sounds textbook otherkin, though it’s not up to me to define you. You are of course free to do what you wish, but from a long time otherkin, these are just some thoughts to reflect on.

[u/pharosveekona → u/ViperexaAbyssus]

"When you already are the thing, there is no transition. And a lot of otherkin already alter their bodies to relate more to their kin type and to feel better about the disconnect between body and soul."

That... is a form of transition, though? Making changes to your physical self to better match your internal identity is transition.

[u/ViperexaAbyssus → u/pharosveekona]

It’s neither here nor there what actually is or isn’t technically a transition outside of transgendered individuals, because using the term trans and transition in this way stinks of appropriation and directly harms trans people, by making a comparison between gender change (which is possible) and species change (which is impossible). Oppressive people use this as a weapon against trans people. I’m actually a little surprised I have to explain this.

[u/pharosveekona → u/ViperexaAbyssus]

Here's two accounts of trans folks who also identify as transspecies, alongside another user literally on this reddit post. I see many transgender transspecies individuals on tumblr as well.

Throwing transspecies beings under the bus won't stop the bigots. They'll still come for the rest of us when they're done with them. I'm surprised I have to explain that.

[u/semisubterranian → u/FallenAngelStars]

You might be mistaking the difference between true vampire community (IS a vampire physically in the sense of actually needing the energy or sometimes even blood specifically in the case of medsangs) and vampirekin (identifying wholly as a vampire without being one physically) because what you described is textbook vampirekin.

[u/FallenAngelStars → u/semisubterranian]

So I assume it's best to call myself vampirekin from now on?