What Happens When...?

...a slave indicates that he is considering choosing You for his Master? Now a days Master's think that all they need to do is to so-called "claim" a slave. In the old days (not so long ago) a slave would indicate to a Master that he was interested in becoming the Master's slave. Whether the Master wanted the slave or not was up to the Master, not the slave. However, it was alwyas the slave that chose the Master. When a slave indicated to a Master that he was interested in becoming a Master's property and the Master accepted, then the Master generally spent some time getting to know the slave.

Every Master has a different method for accepting a slave and bringing him along to the point where the slave could make a decision whether he wanted to serve the Master. The concept was sound then and it is just as sound now, perhaps even more so. When a slave got to know the Master and was able to make a logical decision whether he could serve the Master a slave would approach a Master, bend down on his knees with his hands behind his back and then ask the Master if he might approach the Master about something. Upon being given approval by the Master the slave would stand and approach the Master placing his head on the Master's chest. This indicated to the Master that the slave had made a decision to accept the Master's direction and become owned by that Master. It also told the Master that the slave had made a decision from his mind and heart.Upon acceptance of the slave most Masters were inclined to place a temporary or training collar on the slave to indicate that the slave was now owned property of the Master. Owned, yes, but by the consensual decision of the slave.

I am not sure where the custom came from but Master's in this day and age think that they merely need to let a slave know that they "claim" a slave as their own. This is completely rediculous behavior and is not realistic. Consensual slavery is just that...consensual. For those of you who may be confused as to the meaning of the word "consensual" it means the following:
"1 : existing or made by mutual consent without the intervention of any act of writing"

In other words consensual slavery is made by mutual consent, which means both parties agree to the arrangement which is agreed upon by the slave's actions to accept the Master as his Owner, Mentor and Protector and the Master's subsequest agreement to accept the slave as he is. Merely claiming a slave does not give the slave any time at all to discover who his Master is. Master/slave arrangements that are made without some deep discussion or understanding are doomed to failure.

As I said, every Master has their particular method of bringing a slave along to the point of acceptance by both parties. Of course, it rarely happens his way. However, I believe that My methods may be helpful to some Masters and slaves who may be in the learning stage. Below I have compiled a simple outline of the methods that I use to identify a true slave, worthy of this Master and bring the slave along to a point where he is able to make a decision on his own without being coerced by a Master. I would like to make it clear that I am not stating that My methods are the only methods nor are they the right methods for everyone. My intent is to merely provide an example that has worked for Me.

FIRST STEP

When I am initially contacted by a slave I of course read their message with interest. I try and respond to everyone that messages Me. At times this can be somewhat of a burden becuase I receive hundreds of messages; mostly because of the in-depth nature of My profiles on various sites. Regarless of whether I think the message is insignificant or not I respond to every message. I am a Master and I feel a certain responsibility that I must try and represent Myself as a respectful Man. At times a slave's message may be nothing more than "hello". Nevertheless I will review the slave's profile. Depending on what I read (not what I see) I make a decision of whether or not I am interested in a slave. Here is some of the criteria I employ to make that decision:
  • Examine the slave's profile: I try and read between the lines. I don't always care whether the slave has a photo or not. It is more inmportant to Me what the slave has written; his choice of words. I also look at the date that the slave joined the site. If the slave's profile has been there for many years I wonder why the slave has not found a Master. If the profile seems to be genuine I will message the slave.

  • Initial Message Contact: If the slave messages Me back with a positive reply that he is seeking a Master I then begin to focus on whether the slave is serious about making a commitment to a Master. In this early stage I attempt to discover what the slave is hoping for. I do this early on so that I can determine whether the person is merely attached to some fantasy in his head. I attempt to determine if the slave is a true slave by the words he chooses. A true slave will always use a particular terminology and demonstrate a natural protocol when communicating with a Master. This is a good sign to Me and will further peak My interest in the slave.

  • Voice Contact: Once I feel relatively certain that the person is potentially a true slave then I will initiate voice contact by telephone. This is an important initial step for many reasons. If the slave declines voice communication than I generally get the sense that they are not serious about committing to a Master. Also voice communications allow Me to listen to the words a slave chooses; the timbre of its voice; the way in which he approaches a Master. Voice communication also allows Me to ask the slave pointed questions and to provide him with some of My backgroound and answer a slaves questions. It also allows Me to determine the truthfulness of the slave. There are many ways in which I can determine if a slave is actually being honest about his d4esires to want to commit to a Master or a person who is merely infatuated with the idea of being a sex slave.

SECOND STEP

I rarely get to the second step with a slave. When I do the possibilities that I will acquire the slave become stronger. In short, if a slave makes it to the second step with Me then I have determined that the slave is likely a true slave (according to My definition). This means that I take a specific interest in the slave. This stage is more work for Me and is the most difficult part for the slave for this is where the slave's resolve is tested. As a Master I am aware of the amount of courage that it takes to put one's faith in another human being...especially in this day and age. At this stage a slave is presented with the real possibility of becoming owned by a Master and all that this decision entails. A slave dreams of being owned by a Master but when he is presented with the real possibility of it many slaves buckle and do not follow through with their resolve out of fear. This is where a Master must be aware of the slave-condition; the slave's mental condition and proceed accordingly to allow the slave to gain confidence in the Master. At this stage all that a Master can do is to be as transparent as possible to the slave, allowing it to be able to feel comfortable and gain confidence in the Master. My warning to Masters is, at this stage, the Master must avoid any false stories or false statements. A slave will listen intently and remember what a Master says. If the Master makes any false statement or makes some false claim, the slave will certainly pick up on it eventually and call the Master to task to answer for the discrepancy. Be honest! It is better in the long run for the eventual success of of the relationship with Your future slave.

  • slave Indicates he is Interested: This is where the table turns. The slave feels confident enough to tell the Master that he is interested in becoming Your slave. This is also where My opinion differes from many other Masters. In the Old Guard tradition, the slave chooses the Master. Ultimately the Master has the final decision, but at the outset the slave decides whether the Master he is conversing with is the Master for him.

  • Face to face: At some point it becomes necessary to set up an initial meeting. In most cases because of the nature of contact in the age of the Internet, many slaves must travel great distances to meet a Master. While this is not always the case it seems to be more frequent than not. A slave that goes to the extent of arranging travel arrangments to meet a Master is no small thing. When a slave goes as far as setting up specific travel plans in order to meet a Master this Master can be assured that the slave is serious enough or curious enough at this stage to want to meet the Master face to face.

  • Initial Visit: Now, guaranteed there will be a lot of Master who will disagree with Me on some of the points that I make here. Several scenarious are possible here. I am only interested in one. The only one I am interested in is that the slave is coming to Me with the mindset that the purpose of the visit is so that the Master and slave have a chance to be in each others company. The slave is not owned yet and the Master should not treat the slave as such. However, the slave, if it is seriously considering You for its Master, will do everything in its power to be on its very best behavior. And herein lies the potential for problems down the road.



The Initial Visit

I cannot stress the importance of this section. The initial visit can make or break the possibilities that exist for You to get a slave and for the slave to have a Master. Take a moment to remember that if You have said anything to the slave, prior to its visit, whether through chat or phone conversation that may have been a bit, shall we say, embroidered then You should be prepared to set things right. Even if the slave does not say anything, he will remember the things that You said to it. If something You said does not hold up scrutiny it does not matter that the slave does not mention it. The slave will simply not choose You as a Master or challenge You to see how trustworthy you are. Remember, the slave is dealing with its life and it does not yet know You. The best policy is to start out being completely honest. In that way You will neve have to explain Yourself and the slave will learn that it can trust You with its life.

If it is possible, when the slave arrives, do not meet it inside the airport. Give the slave instructions how to get where You are parked. The walk from the airport (or bus station) to the car will give it time to compose itself. Personally, I am always in full leather to meet the slave. First impressions are the most important. I never give the slave instructions of how to behave when it meets Me. The reason is becuase I want to see what it will do on its own. A slave who really is a slave will kneel before You no matter where it is. If the slave does not kneel and simply walks up to Me and does nothing or advances toward Me to give Me a hug, then I know I will likely have My work cut out for Me.

Breaking A slave

The phrase "breaking a slave" is not talked about much anymore. I can tell you that it is not used in the same context as what I learned it to mean. Now-a-days, both Masters and slaves assume it means a physical breaking of a slave; like breaking a young colt in order to be able to ride it one day. That sounds familiar. However, this is not the case. Breaking a slave meant focusing on the mind and spirit of a slave. This exercise is far more important to the longevity of a Master & slave relationship than any physical "breaking in" a slave could ever be.

What it Means

Most Masters are adept at some form of bondage and sex play. Each has their own methods. However, if a Master's intentions from the start are for long-term ownership of a slave or slaves, then it is critical that He have a well-thought-out plan for molding the slave's mind; namely its ego, which is the most difficult part of a Master's responsibility. I have had slaves who were very experienced at taking bondage, humiliation and all sorts of things. In each instance the most difficult task was dealing with the slave mentally. What is involved in breaking the slave's mind and spirit. Again, used in the correct context, breaking a slave does not mean breaking their spirits to turn them into some blithering synchophant (A self-seeking flatterer) that is not able to think on their own.

Learning the Mind of the Master

The purpose of breaking a slave is to teach it the mind of the Master and to be able to reveal what is in the slave's heart and mind. For those of you that recall the original Star Trek television series will remember the "mind meld" which was a technique for sharing thoughts, experiences, memories, and knowledge with another individual. Since that is not actually possible the Master must be able to literally share His mind with the slave. This does not mean sharing all His secret thoughts and desires, that would be pointless. Rather, for the purpose of training the slave, a Master should have a plan that is specifically designed to reveal the slave's mind. I will explain how this is possible.

The first and foremost thing that a Master should concern himself with is to determine what the slave is made of. The Internet has created a problem. In years past, neither slaves nor Masters would advertise themselves. In those days slaves and Masters met face to face and could observe each other. (To be continued...)

© Master Rick, Reno, Nevada 2011