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We’ve all imagined our favorite animals at some point, but what if that connection went deeper? So it is for therians, or people who identify (to some degree) as non-human animals. Your “theriotype” is the animal you connect with and embody, and we’re here to help you find yours!

Just answer these 10 quick questions and we’ll assign you a theriotype based on your answers. Stick to your intuition and don’t think too much! We like to think we’re pretty accurate, but still, think of this quiz more as an introduction—or a signpost pointing in the direction of your own theriotype. At the end of the day, only you can make that decision!

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The link has been copied! Start the quiz 1. First choose your domain:

1. The sky. I would like to fly high and free.
2. water. I would like to explore the mysteries of the deep.
3. Land. I would like to stay grounded and rooted, but wander where I please.
4. More than one, or somewhere in between. I am adaptable!

2. Choose a sense to enhance or enhance a sense you already have:

1. Eyes that can see the smallest details, like a telescope.
2. A tongue that can pick up every subtle flavor.
3. A nose with which I can smell goodies from miles away.
4. Ears that allow me to hear even the tiniest of sounds, even in a busy environment.

3. Do you prefer to skate with a pack or flock or go solo?

1. I’m usually with a group, whether it’s my friends or family.
2. I definitely prefer going solo. Less can bind me.
3. I tend to do both equally! I like to be in company, but time spent alone is important.
4. I do not know!

4. What animal body part would you most like—or feel most connected to?

1. A tail that helps me balance and find my way in the world.
2. Claws or fangs for cutting like a knife.
3. Wings that let me soar above everything.
4. Fins or gills for diving deep underwater.

5. What food do you crave the most?

1. Meat, definitely. So salty, so juicy…
2. Cereals and nuts! A versatile, salty and light snack.
3. Fruits and vegetables, of course. I like a fresh bite.
4. I’m not picky! If it’s food, I want it.

6. Uh oh, we sense danger! Imagine: how do you prepare?

1. I’m getting ready to fight. I know how to defend myself and stand my ground.
2. I’m hiding! I’m not much for arguing and I’d rather keep a low profile.
3. I’m running away. There is no shame in running! I win with my speed.
4. Danger? If anything, I’m a danger.

7. Choose ambient noise that you find soothing:

1. The rustling of leaves in the forest canopy.
2. The sound of the city, with so many people living their lives.
3. The sound of running water.
4. The sound of crickets chirping in the evening.

8. Choose a bed to sleep on:

1. A stretch of long, wild grass under a big sky.
2. A cozy den with my loved ones all around me.
3. A lofty nest carefully assembled for the best view.
4. Warm stones near the stream that retain the heat of the day.

9. Animals (even humans!) need enrichment. How do you beat boredom?

1. I like to solve puzzles to keep my mind sharp and solve problems on the spot.
2. I like to create connections and relationships with other people. There is strength in the community!
3. I seek thrills and take risks to get my heart racing and hone my predator/prey instincts.
4. I exercise, explore and seek adventure! The confinement makes me restless.

10. On a cold winter day, you are most likely to:

1. Embraced by the fire.
2. Playing in the snow!
3. Hunting or hard work.
4. I don’t really *do* winter. I can’t stand the cold.

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What is a theriotype?
Therians are a community of humans who feel a strong connection to non-humans, so much so that they identify as these animals, while still realizing that they are, at least physically, still human. However, this varies for each individual. Some people identify completely with a particular animal, while others feel a looser, less complete connection. Some even identify as more than one! AND theriotype is the type of animal that a therian identifies with, and this quiz should help you find yours!

Similarly, another’s fully or partially identified as non-human animals, but can be broadly identified with anything that is not human. “Otherkin” is the umbrella under which Therians fall. Also, fictionkin identify as fictional characters or species.

So, wait, are therians furry?
Not! Furries are people who enjoy aspects or content of certain animals, whether they admire those animals or enjoy imitating those animals. Most importantly, furries do not necessarily identify as a chosen animal or “furson”. Instead, they enjoy creating some sort of alter ego to embody. Therians, on the other hand, share a much closer bond with their individual theriotype. Despite this, there is a lot of overlap in the communities, and some therians can also be furry, and vice versa.

What is it like to be a Therian?
Therian experiences are as varied as any other person’s experience! Some Therians experience moving, and that is when they embody the experiences of their theriotype. For example, a “phantom shift” is when a therian has the sensation of having a physical body part associated with their theriotype, such as a tail or large ears, and a “sensory shift” is when a therian experiences the senses of their particular theriotype. Mental change and dream change is when a therian embodies his theriotype psychologically or in a dream. Some therians even astral shift, or cross the astral plane as a theriotype!

But you don’t have to change to be a Therian. Some have a more casual experience or choose to participate in “quadrobic”, which means they move on all fours, or while their theriotype moves. Others even retain their experiences mentally and enjoy their psychology! How you express your theriotype is up to you.

For more information on therians and theriotypes, visit the following resources:

• https://www.reddit.com/r/Therian/
• https://forums.therian-guide.com/feed.php#readThis

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