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The Kink Knowledge Base
Plain, respectful explanations of the roles, dynamics, kinds of play and safety practices that make up BDSM and kink. Written by Sanctum, for adults, with consent at the centre.
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Clearplay
Bondage basics
Bondage beyond rope: cuffs, straps, tape, spreader bars and furniture, how to choose restraints, and the principles that keep bondage safe.
play
Rope and shibari
What draws people to rope bondage, the roots of shibari and kinbaku, the roles of rigger and rope bunny, and where a beginner should start.
safety
Rope safety
The real risks of rope bondage, including nerve damage and circulation loss, with warning signs, safer practices, and when to cut.