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Would like clarification on a few things

A topic by Glueblade created Jun 13, 2023 Views: 222 Replies: 1
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I wanted to ask for some clarifications on what kinds of trans rep is looked for in the jam since the FAQ didn't go into detail on them

1) Does trans rep include representation of non-binary people? To my knowledge, non-binary people are generally included in the trans umbrella, but since the FAQ doesn't specify, I figured I'd make sure and ask before the jam starts. Would a character using they/them or nonstandard pronouns be enough to be clear representation or does it also have to be brought up in other ways?


2) What about things like sci-fi/fantasy societies that don't have a concept of gender or things like shapeshifter species that frequently change their appearance to match whatever their current feelings are? They don't technically fit the definition of trans since they wouldn't have an assigned gender, but it's still something that a lot of trans people see themselves in. Or is this jam focused on representation of real life modern day trans-ness specifically?

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Hello! Non-binary people are 100% included in the trans umbrella and someone using they/them pronouns or neopronouns would  count as representation, as long as the character using those pronouns considers themselves trans :) (but that doesn't need to be additionally mentioned - I will just trust you on that, haha)

As for scifi/fantasy settings I'd say that if the character's gender or concept of gender goes against the patriarchal concept of gender in our modern society it definitely passes. A good example for this would be double trouble from the shera reboot. In the end we are no super strict on the rules, as they mainly exist to ward off trolls and people who didn't make their game with this jam in mind at all, and just submitted their game because the jam was open at the time. As long as you come in with the right intentions you don't have to worry too much :) Everyone has their own definition of what good trans representation/themes are after all.