Weekly Kinky Newsletter Issue 18 May 18 - May 24

Newsletter for BDSM-Life!

In this newsletter:

1. Highlighted Shop - Think Kink
2. BDSM-Life Victory Garden
3. Adult Content Change Protest
4. Domme/switch/sub Corner
5. BDSM-Life Slave Auctions
6. Photo Contest
7. Classifieds and Personal Ads
8. Events @ BDSM-Life
9. In other news.....

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1. Highllghted Shop - Think Kink

Think Kink specializes in high quality scripted BDSM toys. Lyssa Daehlie and Ilana Debevec have a dazzling array of BDSM playthings, many of which will be on display in the common area outside their Think Kink store in the BDSM Life sim from May 18-24. The review below will give you some idea of what to expect but you simply must come by the sim to see these toys in action!

To avoid repeating myself, let me first describe their common elements and then we'll delve into the differences that make each toy unique and worth collecting. Yes, they all come with custom animations and sound effects as you might expect with any SL toys. They are also typically modifiable so you can customize parts, like adding animations or changing textures. Beyond that, many of them are equipped with Chatterbox, which sends erotic chat messages during use. Look for the impressive multi-language feature in the more advanced versions of a few Think Kink playthings. Most of their toys are also RLV enabled, or equipped to interface with AutoZHAO, Lockmeister, Sensations, and Xcite enhancements to kick the experience up a notch for hard core lifestylers! The Graboid feature grabs other RLV users up to 90 meters away. Most of these toys may be shared with a group when desired, and hand out cuffs, too. And Think Kink provides plenty of detailed help in Notecards, offers technical support when needed, and provides free updates on many items in their line. All this for $99L-$349L in most cases!

Allmans Triangle is an RLV enabled suspended bondage toy. It comes with some beautifully realistic "struggle" animations and chain noises. Uses ChameleonTEX to change the toy's appearance, allowing you to select from one of three different styles: Cabot, Dungeon, or Tech. The menu options can give your victim cuffs, strip their clothing, and lock them in. Allmans Triangle is only $199L!

Lisa's Delight II is an inexpensive fuck toy with loads of features and a gratifying SL experience. The main menu contains all the great basic functions to be expected from dd Studios, notably free cuffs, strip, RLV HUD, Lock and AutoLock, + Graboid and Deny Orgasm for Xcite and Sensations users. The vibration and thrust menu uses all 12 buttons to activate the vibration speed as well as thrust for a little of the good old in-and-out! And the vibrator/thrust menu can be accessed by the victim. ChameleonTEX comes with 9 different textures to customize its appearance to your liking. Lisa's Delight II is just $199L

Think Kink reached back to the basic foundations of BDSM to construct "The Cell". This particular model is called "Crystal Confinement", but there are 18 different models available to choose from, including Brushed Steel, Ammo Can, Cargo Container, Bars, Stoned, and Incubus, just to name a few. You're sure to find a style that matches your dungeon! It supports an array of RLV features including TP restrictions, no sitting, denied access to inventory, NCs and IM and lots more. Inside each cell is a multi-standard LEASH RING, Tested for Xcite Chain Anywhere, Amethyst, Dari's, M&S, AE and Marine's Real Restraint. You can attach more than one inmate to the same ring. A single cell, like the one shown here, is only L$99, with a double cell for L$199!

The "Hydrone", inspired by the Zodiac sign of Cancer, the crab, is a toy for two! The first to sit is chained spread eagle. The second kneels between the legs of the first, while Chatterbox describes the action in 1 of 7 langauges. The "Hydrone's" owner menu will give your victim a set of cuffs, strip their clothing off, deny orgasms to enhanced attachments, and so much more than I have room to list here! The "Hydrone" is only $319L.


The PX3-888 is an awesome futuristic slave pole, that generates a force field to keep the sub in place. I could hear a faint electronic hum while locked inside it. It will deliver the RLV HUD to the prisoner, enforces mouselook, denies orgasms, can strip the prisoner and render them deaf or mute, and delivers English Chatterbox text. The P3X-888 is $319L.

The primary difference between the Valstret 2, on the left above, and Valstret 3 on the right, appears to be the base of the stocks. They otherwise appear to be equal in functionality and price. Valstret II, on the left above, are delightfully detailed stocks. They are equipped with the ChameleonTEX that lets you select from 9 different styles, including Egyptian, Chrome, Peking, and Dungeon just to name a few. The length of the cross bar is adjustable with the click of a button to accommodate avatars with longer or shorter arms. Other standard options are Lock, Strip, Get Cuffs Grab Victim, and Orgasm Deny. The Chatterbox is multi-lingual. Valstret 2 & 3 are both $319L.

Daisy Ichi is another fuck toy, with the primary difference being that your victim is on their hands and knees rather than sitting upright. Use ChameleonTEX to select frmo 9 different styles. Daisy Ichi is $349L.

Tarl's Scourge is a top end slave pole that supplies both color changing cuffs AND a whip at the click of a button. Also provides the RLV HUD. Main menu also features Autolock and lock, Deny Orgasm, or select from five different poses for your victim to assume. Tarl's Scourge is $349L

Y-Me? is the first of Think Kink's "Real Feel" line, designed after real life toys! Two custom animations may be applied to the victim. Strip them with the click of a button, grab an RLV enabled avatar from 90 meters away, and Deny Orgasms. The advanced ChamelonTEX script lets you change both the color of the knee pads and the style of the toy for 81 different combinations! Y me? is $349L.

If you think the "Passion" recliner is just your average swivel chair, you can sit on it and rotate (using the arrow keys)! lol Although it weighs in at a mere 6 prims, this stylish recliner is packed with features. Sure it has a nice cross legged sitting pose, but that's just where the fun starts! Invite an intimate friend to "Kick Back" after you are seated and they can choose from two different lap dances. Add more by simply dropping them into the contents tab and editing the animation note card. Don't like the style or color? Select from any of 23 different styles, including black with brass or chrome, denim, green, leopard print, or red, just to name a few. And if you don't like any of those, it's a snap to add your own style. Simple to understand directions are provided in a HELP note card available from the menu. Toggle user rights to permit or prohibit others from modifying the style or using the dances. It's also equipped with an update feature for free lifetime updates. The "Passion" Recliner is $799.

Lyssa will be available to demonstrate their toys at their shop in the BDSM Life sim on Wednesday, May 20 from 10AM - 1PM SLT. They'll be available to answer questions and handing out freebies.
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2. BDSM-Life Victory Garden

I'm not too proud to admit that one of the things that originally kept me coming back to the BDSM Life sim back when I was a cash strapped newb, was the old raffle ball that randomly handed out 5 Lindens every 15 minutes. It was retired when the sim moved to the mainland, but not Consie's generosity to the less well endowed, financially speaking, anyway. Most recently, she planted a Victory Garden just outside of the Eye-Catcher Shop in the BDSM-Life sim. Anybody can harvest Lindens here. And those whose fortune has changed for the better may plant some instead.
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3. Adult Content Change Protest

The BDSM Life sim, along with other adult sims, is sponsoring a protest site on Flickr, where SL members can express their concern about the proposed ratings changes and moves required. Join the protest by having your picture taken with the Shabby Bear near the landing point in the BDSM Sim or on this toy provided by Constanza to truly express your feelings about this.

Once you have taken your picture and saved it to your hard drive (no need to upload it to SL), go here to open Flickr and upload your graphic:

Flickr Site

You must join the group in order to post a picture to it. Once you have uploaded your photo, you must also move it to the group for it to appear on the page. As of publication time, 45 photos had been posted. Please take a few minutes and post yours, too! Maybe together we can make a difference.


This sign will open the jira site where you can cast a vote if you agree that that SL users deserve to have a voice in this issue:

Vote here!

Please note that because this is a Second Life blog, you must sign in using your SL name and password before you may vote.
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4. Domme/switch/sub Corner

The BDSM Life Newsletter is soliciting Domme/switch/sub Corner articles, fiction, SL photos, promos, haikus, and how-tos, too! lol Click here to see past issues of the newsletter here for examples of what we are looking for.

If you have a unique perspective on the lifestyle, or would like to share an experience or fantasy with our readers, we want to hear from you! Please submit a Note Card to Roni Scarmon for consideration.
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5. BDSM Slave Auction (by Hornet Lefevre)

Awaiting article from Hornet





Hornet Lefevre
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6. Photo Contest

We have some sexy people who are brave enough to put up a picture of themselves that you can vote for, but who are they? Here's the current leaders, Bastert Lyon and HB Yokosuka!

Females:

Anya Aries (3)
Baby Anatra (80)
Kore Bravin (1)
Sharra Bravin (15)
Island Girl Biler (7)
Esha Bruun (306)
Shirah Destiny (149)
Koko Falworth (6)
Lynn Hamer (48)
Cazzy Hax (66)
Jojuu Jun (1)
Lisa Lowe (24)
Bastet Lyon (311 - current leader)
Larae Magic (1)
Cahill McCallen (36)
Ellyssia Sexton (27)

Males:
Thomas Aker (31)
Mike Ayers (1)
Tarl Field (8)
Beast Moonites (66 - current leader)
Corvan Nansen (7)
Peter Woody (1)
HB Yokosuka (30)

So, go on, don't be shy! Take a picture of yourself, show off your sexy and handsome body! *giggle*

$L5000 each for the female and for the male winners. So a lot of money……! Entry is only $50L, and votes cost $10L each or $50L for 6!

Come along to BDSM-Life and enter the photo contest in the Dating Centre! And at the same time, why don't you vote for your favourite picture?

The Photo Contest will run from now to June 1..
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7. Classified and Personal Ads

At BDSM-Life, we have Personal Ads boards where you can put up a personal ad to let people know that you are looking for someone!!!! See the Dating Centre - ads are updated weekly.

Sable Lassard says, "I'm a female submissive/slave, literate and creative, looking for an SL Master for an ongoing relationship. I have few SL limits, and an almost limitless appetite for being degraded, humiliated and generally treated poorly. I love to serve and to please my Dominants, and I enjoy the sensation of belonging to someone." Read more about Sable from her Note Card at the Dating Centre in the BDSM-Life sim.

Shiva Jumanya says "Male Dominant, real life experience preferred. Please read The Dominant's Creed at http://www.wired-productionz.com/bri.dhe/Library.html to understand what I am looking for, it says it far better than I can. Honesty and reliability is a must, should have at least 6 hours a week in SL to spend with me in order to build the relationship."

Timelord Aeon says "i am 32 years old dom form the uk. im a search for a sub/slave who is sub/slave in rl. aged 20 to 40. who is single in sl and rl.and will start relationship in sl and then take it to rl."

ZhenZhen Mizin writes, "I am a kind sensitive neko.. Subbie to my heart and am looking for the One to show her all there is to be a good and obedient girl to Him."

If you are interested in any of these folks, look for their full information cards in the new Dating Centre & Photo Contest pyramid! You may find much more information than what is listed above.

We have plenty of spaces for people to post up on the boards at BDSM-Life. Even better if your picture is up on the boards, we will put your name and details in the newsletter. What a better way to look for new lovers, new sub/slave, new Mistress/Master!

The BDSM-Life Newsletter is also accepting general advertisements. If you own a shop, have a service to offer, or you are looking to buy or sell something, place an ad in the newsletter. Please contact Roni Scarmon about details.
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8. Events @ BDSM-Life

Monday
12PM - Open Discussion with Cazzy Hax - Postponed until further notice

Tuesday
1:30PM - Storytelling with Tarl Field

Thursday
12PM till 3 PM - BDSM Classes by Tarl Field

Saturday
12PM till 2 PM - Party in the Club

3PM - Slave Auction with Hornet and Lallie

Sunday
12pm till 3 pm SLT - Restrained Life Class with Tarl Field

Lectures and classes are held in the Lecture Room.

We will update the blog website during the week for events.

If you have any ideas or suggestions for new events, contact Constanza Amsterdam. If you want to lead a class in any topic related to BDSM, contact either Constanza Amsterdam or Tarl Field.
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9. In other news......

Having BDSM-life and Eye-Catcher in your Picks on your profiles, will mean that you will get a lovely gift every week. This week's was Charm Diamond Collar! Click on the BDSM-Life Picks sign board every week at the landing point, and for Eye-Catcher, the Picks sign board is near the entrance, near the Lucky Chair. So, why don't you put BDSM-Life and Eye-Catcher in your Picks, put us on the map! :-)

Click here to visit the Eye-Catcher web site
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Past issues of the BDSM-life newsletter may be found at the website - www.bdsm-lifenewsletter.blogspot.com in case you have missed them.

We also have a newsletter-stand at the landing point at BDSM-Life that your friends can take if they are not a member of the BDSM-Life group. Even better yet, get them to join our group! :-)

Spread the word!

We welcome new ideas or suggestions, or writers for the newsletter! And any comments! Send a notecard to Roni Scarmon or Cazzy Hax!

Thank you!
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Blog: http://bdsm-lifenewsletter.blogspot.com/

Pictures by Thomas Akers and Roni Scarmon