The Rabbit Pearl

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Contest!

Hello there, dear readers!

It's contest time!! Break out your creativity, put on your thinking cock-rings and get your motors revved!

The objective: Babeland, which is the spectacular sex toy site that I do most of my reviews for, had a distinct lack of trans-related banners! I requested one, and was asked "Well, what sort of thing would you suggest putting on the banner?". I am at a GREAT lack of ideas, so I'm bringing this to all of you.

What's needed: What I need from you for your entry is...
- An idea of a graphic for the banner. It needs to be a photograph-- you don't have to take one, you don't have to really do anything other than say "This would be a good representation of the transgender community! I think that it should be a transman, with a binder on, back to the camera and dildo in hand." Or something along those lines. If you'd like to sketch it out, or take a picture for a clearer presentation of the concept... that would rock hard! :D
- What should the banner say? Just "Babeland"? Their logo? "Toys for the boys"? All suggestions are welcome!

The Rules:
- No "bad" language. That means no swearing and nothing explicit.
- No nudity. I'm sure that the top of a butt wouldn't be turned down, but I haven't seen any banners for them that have any sort of genitalia showing.
- Be creative!
- Be polite.
- Have fun!

The prize: That's right, guys, there's a PRIZE. It's the Soft Pack that the site offers-- I think it's a wonderful packer. And it could be YOURS!

Deadline: Jan. 31, 2011 at Midnight California-time (I'm derping on what our timezone is actually called.) Please send your entries to: VD_VC@ymail.com with the subject line "Banner Contest"

I will be picking the winner based on what *I* find creative. I can't promise that Babeland will use the entry that I present to them, but the main point of this contest is that I want all of you to be creative, show your ingenuity and help to spread awareness of the transgender community. It's worth noting that while I am a member of the FtM side of the community, this is open to -everyone-. Do you have a friend who's MtF? An ally? Send them this way. Anyone and everyone is welcome to enter.

And if you'd like, click on some of the links up there! I'd be very pleased if you did.


Good luck!!

- Loki

Bad Dragon's Sea Dragon

This is another review of a product from Bad Dragon, a site known for their unique fantasy toys. They’ve always provided wonderful customer service, and their ever-expanding line has always been unique, fun and well made. All their toys are made from platinum cured silicone, which means that not only are they non-porous, but they can be sanitized in the top rack of your dishwasher! I have to admit, when I moved into the new apartment and it had a dishwasher… that was my first thought.

This is, by far, one of the best non-vibrating toys that I've had the pleasure of owning. I picked it up at Califur 2010, a furry convention in Southern California that if you're in the area, I recommend you visit! The Sea Dragon that I own is the small model, and believe me—it’s still a lot of toy. The knot has a circumference of 6 inches, with the circumference of the shaft being 5 inches. It's 8 inches of very usable length.

I recommend that you use a very good, long-lasting lube with this-- you can use Bad Dragon Cum Lube, a product that I've reviewed -- or by the time that you get it all the way in, you'll be wishing that your lube had lasted. It's a good toy for vaginal play, and a VAST majority of the customers use it for anal play. I swear by this lube now; I’ve almost exclusively switched over to it, since it keeps its viscosity better than silicone lube, but serves the same purpose. The science behind it is essentially the same science that makes silicone lubricant work so well; not being water-based, the body isn’t able to absorb it, so it leaves more of the lube to do what it’s supposed to: lubribate!

I've tested this for front-hole penetration during solo play, and both vaginal and anal play with partners receiving. I love this toy an amazing amount; I usually need quite a bit of vibration—or my husband – to achieve orgasm. Naturally, when I tried this toy out for the first time, I was pleasantly surprised when it easily brought me to climax! Having talked with a few members of the Bad Dragon team, it seems that the Sea Dragon is a favorite among their female clients; the ridges on it hit just the right spots, the head of the toy is shaped just right and the knot isn’t too huge or scary. Overall, it’s a highly recommended toy for female-bodied, open-minded people. I personally think that as long as you’re a fan of penetration (anywhere), you’ll enjoy this toy.

My husband, who I used this toy anally with, had a vastly difference experience. He enjoyed the feel of the toy-- but the girth of the knot was too much for him. He’s excited to try some of their larger toys and, as he says, “Work up to them”. He commented on the texture of the toy, and pointed out that the tapered shape of the head made it easier to work down to the knot. As with all anal play, be sure to sanitize your toy before using it again—even during the same session!

One of my long-time play partners was visiting, and we decided to try out the toy together. She’s a very patient lady, and we were able to gradually introduce the knot. She commented that the ridges were perfectly placed, and that the knot (while big) wasn’t as scary once she realized that her body could stretch and accommodate it. She enjoyed it enough to start looking through Bad Dragon’s listed toys to find something for herself! I haven’t heard if she’d bought one yet… but I’m sure the second she does, I’ll hear!

Another comment about it that's worth making is that the Bad Dragon toys all have a very unique texture. It almost feels velvety-- and it can give the toy a look like it's 'dusty', depending on the color of the toy. I think it's a good texture-- when I asked the people at BD, they explained that it was textured as such to help the lube cling better. I was dually impressed that their lube and toys were designed with the other in mind!

Overall, the Sea Dragon is a GREAT toy. It comes with consistently positive reviews, is great for someone who’s just getting into playing with larger toys and it’s well worth the cost. If you try it, let me know! And as always…


Happy fapping!

- Loki

Bad Dragon Cum Lube

Being open to trying new things, from all walks of life is a definite benefit. I'll be the first to admit that I'm a member of the furry fandom-- with all its misconceptions and bad rumors, I'm sure that some of you are thinking a few choice things, so I'll set some things clear about it before I start this review.

Most furries aren't the bestiality-loving, fursuit-wearing "weirdos" that shows like CSI has portrayed them to be. Yes, those things DO exist inside the fandom. There's actually quite a few people that I know personally who enjoy fursuiting-- it's the equivalent of dressing in costume for most of them. For others, it's got a deeper meaning. There are some members of the fandom who have done AMAZING things in fursuit-- from helping disabled and disadvantaged kids to running marathons. For still others (like myself) it puts a barrier between me and the outside world, and makes it over-all easier to interact with the strangers of conventions and gatherings. So please, to all of you out there who are reading this and wrinkling your nose, keep an open mind. Isn't that why you're here in the first place?

So, now that my little speech is over, onto the review!! This is some of the best lube that I've ever had the chance to use. It's based around a long-chain plastic polymer, so it hinders its absorption by the body-- this means longer-lasting, slick, great lube. I've used it with multiple partners, on multiple toys, with condoms, without condoms... it's never let me down. It stays slick when it's in use, is thick and viscous (sort of like real ejaculate-- though, er, I've never seen any QUITE as persistent about clinging to a person as this lube), and it's also just fun to play with!

I've only found two downsides to this lube; it tends to get sticky as it starts to dry, and it's panache for being messy puts everything else to shame. This stuff will still be there hours later on your sheets-- so it's best to put a towel down. I've gotten it on my briefs before, and in a fit of curiosity, I decided to let it dry to see how long it took. Now, it was a copious amount and had soaked the fabric in places... and it took a good six hours to dry.

Its downsides aren't always going to be downsides-- its ability to stay wet is GOOD in bed. And a lot of people like it when they're using a toy alone, and it's just as messy as a partner in bed. Also, Bad Dragon makes toys like The Sea Dragon, where the larger sizes come with a 'cum tube', specifically designed to let the toy ejaculate loads of this messy, sticky lube everywhere. In my book, that's not necessarily a bad thing.

All in all, I use this lube for everything. And being someone who needs lube nearly every time that I have penetrative intercourse? It works really well. And did I mention? It's not only safe to use with silicone toys-- but it's also only $5. It comes in two colors, too: male and female ejaculate. I personally think that they did a good job nailing down the slightly off-whitish color of male jizz. And the female style isn't all that off, either.


Happy fapping!

~ Loki

A Pirate's Vibe for Me~

Yo-ho, and shiver me timbers. <3 The Pirates Rocket Vibe is FANTASTIC. At first, I wasn't too sure of it-- the old-style tattoos made me arch an eyebrow. Burly old sailors, my uncle and popeye really aren't the things that hoist my mainsail. I was a bit put off about the rhinestones, too-- I'm not the most manly of guys, but even I tend to draw the lines at rhinestones on my sex toys.

However, when I turned it on? Different story. It has an array of vibration intensities and patterns (my favorites being the highest non-varied setting and the one that rises in intensities and pattern.). It's fantastic. The velvet coating of the toy is silky-smooth, and feels great.

It's a spectacular toy; it feels great when I want light stimulation, varied stimulation or a nice, strong orgasm. It's got a GREAT texture, it's a good size, and it's really fun to look at. I have to admit it, this toy is now a staple in my collection. The rhinestones and old-school tattoos grew on me, and the spread of choices really pleased me.

No pun intended.

May your sex be spectacular,
Loki

The Sex-A-Peel Vibrator!

First off, sorry for the delay in reviews, my dear readers. I've been a bit under the weather, and haven't really been feeling up to any sexiness. Between dealing with the new kitten (who is adorable, by the way) and dealing with my health problems, it's been a rough month.

But that aside, I've got a review for one of the only bananas that won't kill me-- the Sex-A-Peel Vibrator! As a handful of you know, I'm deathly allergic to two things: bananas and chili peppers. Which is lame, because I used to be able to eat both those things, and I still think that (while deadly) they're delicious.

So, imagine how excited I was to find out that I could review this! It's hot pink-- not my favorite color in the world-- but it's got a GREAT texture to it. The look is unique and fun, and it's just over-all a great thing to leave laying out on your coffee table. Which, incidentally, is what happened with us. I'd left it sitting on the table after taking it out of its package and fussing with the batteries because I'd wanted to show it to a friend before I used it.

Now, before this friend was able to visit, a different pair of friends-- we'll call them E and G -- came over. And hilarity ensued. E found it sitting on the table, and promptly investigated it, poking at the buttons and waving it around. G, on the other hand, took it from her and proceeded to chase her around my rather small apartment with the vibrating, pink banana.

It was so much fun! I hadn't even tried it, and I loved it.

However, that's about where my enjoyment of it stopped. This truly is a novelty toy, made more for it's incredible uniqueness than it is for actual use. It comes with a bullet vibrator that inserts into the banana itself-- which is incredibly difficult to get out. For someone like me, who has nerve damage in their hands, I couldn't wrestle with it myself. I had to have my husband do it, which was a tad embarrassing-- "Puppy, would you mind getting this bullet vibrator for me? It's stuck in the banana.".

The banana itself didn't translate the vibration well. Maybe it's because the bullet is small, but it just didn't seem to buzz enough to get me to where I needed to be. As I say with most things, I do need a LOT of 'power' to reach climax, especially when it comes to vibrators. This buzzing, hot pink banana just... didn't make my ice cream into a sunday, if you know what I mean.

I definitely think that this is a good toy for something that's more of a novelty or a conversation starter. It's fun to look at, it's great to put on the kitchen counter to get a laugh, and it's really tons of fun-- just not in bed. Or in the kitchen. Or on the couch. Or whereEVER you want to try it! But like with all toys-- your mileage may vary. You might absolutely love the sensations from this. For those of you out there who can climax with little vibration-- or who like food play! -- this might be the right toy for you.

My rating for it as a toy is, honestly, a little low-- I'm giving it a 4 out of 10. But as a centerpiece? This little buddy gets a 9.

Cheers!

- Loki

The Nubby G

This month's review is for the small-but-mighty, Nubby G. If you like G-spot stimulation, this this little fellow is a GREAT find! You can rock him, allll night long, pressing his oval-ish ring against your clit or your perineum, alternating the pressure and vibration strength.

The pro's of the Nubby G are numerous, ranging from the ability to control vibration, to its waterproof design (which I love). It's got an interesting shape, and is honestly quite fun to look at! Here's a rundown of the pro's:

Vibration: The adjustable nature of this toy is the key. You can keep it super low, for a very 'deep' vibration, or you can adjust it up to sounding like a swarm of angry bees for something intense. For me, the high-end of the vibration wasn't enough, but I tend to like INCREDIBLY strong toys- you know the kind that make your teeth rattle before it's even touched you? But this was, admittedly, VERY nice for internal stimulation. Normally, there's only one thing that can get me off through penetrative stim', and it's... well. Organic. And attached to my husband. So, the sheer fact that this was enough to feel good, and get me close? That gives it major points in my book.

Design: The oval ring is a great idea! It lets you press it where you like the attention. Do you like clitoral stimulation? Then rock it 'up'. Do you prefer your lower areas to be touched and teased? Rock it 'down'. The ring itself is thick, and covered with small 'nubs', allowing for each one to direct vibration. The shaft itself is curved up to hit your G-spot-- and it's not too thick, or too thin. Though there is ONE con about the design, which I'll go into later.

Waterproofing: I love to play in the bath. Hell, I love water in general! So being able to close my eyes and drift off into a floating, happy, pleasure-filled place? That's a big perk, at least for me. In my testing, which I did both in a bath and in the shower, it held its seal really well. There wasn't any water leaking into the battery compartment (which I was worried about-- I've had that happen with toys before), or any weird behavior from it.

Now (and I regret to say), it DOES have its cons. There are some that are linked directly to my physicality, and some that are just.... over-all. The first being the ring. While it's a good thing when it's positioned just right, I have difficulty getting the shaft far enough in to let it touch both places AND have effective penetration. It seems that if I go deep enough to get it to the right spot for the back-and-forth rocking motion that the ring demands, that it hurts, or just isn't in a good place.

The second is the vibration while under water. Naturally, the water disperses the motion-- as opposed to letting it concentrate, as it would when there wasn't a mass around it. In the bath, the vibration was much less strong than in the shower. It wasn't enough to even come close to getting me off. That's not to say it wasn't enjoyable... but it just wasn't enough. In the shower, and on dry land, however-- it was optimum.

Overall? I liked this toy. The material felt nice, the design was pleasing, it was fun to use-- my husband walked in on me zooming it around in the tub and yelling "DIVE, DIVE! C'mon, boys, we're running on silent!". Alternatively, he also found me pretending to fence with it, while in the shower. It's got so many ways to enjoy it! I would recommend this to ever level of experience. It's not big enough to be scary, but it's not small enough to be inadequate. For people who have a lower threshold for vibration, this would be FANTASTIC. For those of us who need a more powerful vibe? It's still nice.

This toy gets 7 out of 10 stars!

Happy fapping!

- Loki