Furri (subculture) in Russia. Who are furries

There are many different subcultures in the world. They include people who differ in their behavior and appearance from the majority. In an effort to stand out from the crowd, they are looking for like-minded people. So subcultures are created.

Examples of subcultures

• Musical - these movements are connected with separate directions of music. For example, hippies were fans of rock music and had long hair and pacifist looks.
• Internet communities - are associated with the emergence of new technologies. Their number is constantly increasing.
• Sports - attract in their ranks fans of various sports, such as football.
• Art subcultures - come from passion for some kind of art besides music. A vivid example is the role movement, which is closely connected with fantasy and fantasy. The animation of Japan has spawned an otaku, whose representatives are keen on pop music, manga, anime, doramami and other things.

In Russia, as in the whole world, the furry movement has recently spread. Who is it? We learn from the article.

The furry community

In translation from English, "furry" means "fluffy". This name is due to the fact that representatives of this subculture are fond of anthropomorphic beasts. In general, human habits are attributed to predators and rodents, whose body is covered with fluffy fur. For example, foxes, rats, cheetahs, lions, wolves. Because of this, they were called "fluffy" in English-speaking countries.

The peculiarity of the community is that people tend to embody the image of an anthropomorphic beast in themselves or their creativity. Many identify themselves with the chosen character.

Anthropomorphic animals are representatives of fairy-tale characters that combine the vivid qualities of the beast and man. They behave like people.

Who is considered a furry

The subculture unites those who identify themselves with anthropomorphic creatures, and those who create images of their favorite characters. Among them, there may be controversy about belonging to one subculture. Sometimes they do not recognize each other at all. However, it is worthwhile to consider in more detail who is united by the community in question.

To furry (subculture) are:

• Admirers of artistic and animation works, in which anthropomorphic animals participate. For example, "Turtles ninja", "The Lion King", "Bears Gammi", the novel "Redwall" B. Jakes.
• Artists who like to draw fictional characters. They also produce furry art.
• People who perceive themselves as characters in animated and artistic works.

A subculture representative may possess one or all of the qualities listed above. In any case, it can be referred to as "fluffy".

History of occurrence

It is believed that the community originated in the US in the 80s of the twentieth century. Today furry (subculture) exists in many countries of the world, including England, Canada, Germany, Japan, Australia, Russia. In different countries the number of representatives of "fluffy" is different. For example, in the US there are more than 100 thousand people.

The emergence of subculture is associated with the fascination with animated films, in which the heroes are represented as anthropomorphic animals. For example, Disney's Robin Hood was created in the guise of a cunning fox.

The community was widely spread thanks to the worldwide Internet. Fans and like-minded people can communicate, share creativity, schedule meetings, create thematic sites.

Creativity furry

Fans of this direction are fond of various kinds of creativity, with the help of which they embody the idea of unity with nature and favorite character. Among them are many artists, script writers, illustrators, sculptors, musicians, writers.

Not everyone has the same level of skill, so beginners strive to acquire as much as possible similar products. Very popular are furry comic books, dolls, pictures.

Among the works of this direction there are also works of military orientation. Very popular among them are furry militarism, which live in the world of wars and apocalypse.

Representatives of this subculture distribute their works on special websites. Very often they are not inferior to professional publications.

Suits for furries

To achieve perfection, it is necessary to completely reincarnate in a beloved anthropomorphic animal. For this, special suits are being sewn, which are called Fursiuti.

In many countries, furries use their costumes in everyday life. They go for walks, ride motorcycles, play basketball. Many of them perform at children's events, entertaining all present.

In different cities there are meetings of representatives of one community, they are called furrentsii. They all have fun, get acquainted, participate in contests of costumes and drawings.

How do furry support an image without a suit

Most "fluffy" do not seek to stand out from the crowd in everyday life. They do not wear a suit for work or study. However, even without it, many support their image. For this it is sufficient to apply one of the following methods:

• To change a hairdress - at a decolouration of tips of hair the image becomes to remind a fox;
• Makeup - will allow to emphasize the necessary details in the form of large eyes, animal nose, cat's whiskers;
• Details of clothing in the form of a tail, ears, paws will add an image of realism.

For more realism, the tail can not just be pinned to the clothes, but to pass it through a small hole in the pants or skirt. Although most often it is hung on the strap. What to use in order to match his anthropomorphic hero, solves every furry separately.

Subculture in Russia

In our country this direction is not very popular yet. The direction of furry (subculture) is just beginning to gain momentum in Russia. Those who consider themselves part of the community are only a few thousand. Well, those of them who walk in special suits, are one.

Unlike the United States, the furry movement in Russia originated from an inner worldview. His adherents believe that the path to excellence lies through the unification of the best qualities of the animal and man. The connection must pass both in the soul and in the body.

Their aspirations are manifested in creativity (furry art). Many of them compose poetry, sing songs, draw ideal characters.

Meetings of Russian-speaking furry began to be held in Russia since 2001. You can often hear how they are called "Rusfurentsii".

What furry people think about themselves

All furries have different perceptions of their hobbies. For some, this is a way of life, for others it's a game.

Here are some basic postulates:

• Furri is the meaning of life, in which an inseparable connection with nature is felt. In the image of the beast (real or mythical) there is a sense of harmony with nature.
• This is a normal game. Same as paintball. For military games people change into camouflage, take their weapons and hide with them in bushes and buildings. However, they are not soldiers, so furies are not animals. They play something unusual to recognize themselves from an unknown side.
• Furri is a state of mind in which the shackles of ordinary life are broken. A person has the opportunity to show all his positive qualities, complementing them with the characteristics of the beast. All this is embodied in works of art and art.
• Many are attracted by nature and the sense of tranquility that it gives. It is better to sit alone in the image of your favorite cat, than to crowd among the crowd at a disco.