I suspect much of the excitement came from men, who all too often favor the misuse of women. One of the things Freud got right is that (At least in men) sex is of both enormous interest and anxiety. The gangbang engages both (and I am speaking about the men here) which makes it very seductive. As for the women in this instance is financial gratification and notoriety. Can any man even believe this was sexually gratifying? Happy Valentine’s Day!
You asked "What is it about the hypersexual woman with a glut of partners that is so relentlessly fascinating?" I wonder if it has to do with the dichotomy of chastity and promiscuity. For much of history, women's purity has been emphasized, so a woman who chooses to break this norm in a bold way captures our attention.
In societies where women are commodified, there is a lot of male anxiety around ensuring that the male's heir is in fact his own offspring. A gangbang is the ultimate reversal of this "social order", I suppose
This is one article I’d rather not admit to reading; but I would venture to guess ancient men were much more savage than their modern counterparts. This is the civilization that brought us gladiators, after all…
We’re comparing 25 men that likely killed in close combat with swords, to guys who play video games all day and occasionally lift some weight 🤷🏻♀️
Not that you need my compliment, but I enjoy the writing in your post. You’re good at taking the modern story and comparing it to an historic one… this keeps me learning ;) Nothing is new under the sun, go Messalina. I do enjoy your well-researched information and the history. X-rated goblets to boot.
It inspires me to question the reason behind the appetites (or the appeal of group sex), and the excessive numbers of sexual the activity performed both past and present. This could be considered a form of female physical competition, for better or worse.
Its interesting that the theme of “women having sex” / fem hyper sexuality is such a curse, and that it renders a negative reaction from men regardless of the time period.
Men want to be seen as having sexual prowess, are jealous of anyone else who “gets more action” or is “more successful” than them, and the reputations of women are the victims / women in general. Which is just a bit misogynistic (it’s okay for you to want that? But when she gets it you’re a hater?). But we see this reoccurring cycle, even in relationships now.
Women are thought of as objects to collect. Any challenge to that deep subconscious thought (/societal belief that goes challenged but never overcome) results in an onslaught of abuse.
Good on these women for going after consensual pleasure. I wish consensual pleasure for everyone.
Take it back further to sacred prostitution in the Sumerian Temples of Inanna. Looking at Messalina is typically through the biased eyes of men needing to control women.
Welp, I must be living under a blanket with a flashlight and a copy of Suetonius because the only name I didn’t have to look up was Messalina.
Honestly I love this for you?
Thanks. That was just plain fun.
I’m so glad !
I suspect much of the excitement came from men, who all too often favor the misuse of women. One of the things Freud got right is that (At least in men) sex is of both enormous interest and anxiety. The gangbang engages both (and I am speaking about the men here) which makes it very seductive. As for the women in this instance is financial gratification and notoriety. Can any man even believe this was sexually gratifying? Happy Valentine’s Day!
You asked "What is it about the hypersexual woman with a glut of partners that is so relentlessly fascinating?" I wonder if it has to do with the dichotomy of chastity and promiscuity. For much of history, women's purity has been emphasized, so a woman who chooses to break this norm in a bold way captures our attention.
I've heard the Greeks describe as prudes to well sexual perverts as attested to you and the physical evidence. Did this extend to all classes ?
I think the reality is men are challenged by hyper-sexual women. They become a bit part players, in effect males become an insignificant tool
In societies where women are commodified, there is a lot of male anxiety around ensuring that the male's heir is in fact his own offspring. A gangbang is the ultimate reversal of this "social order", I suppose
This is one article I’d rather not admit to reading; but I would venture to guess ancient men were much more savage than their modern counterparts. This is the civilization that brought us gladiators, after all…
We’re comparing 25 men that likely killed in close combat with swords, to guys who play video games all day and occasionally lift some weight 🤷🏻♀️
Not that you need my compliment, but I enjoy the writing in your post. You’re good at taking the modern story and comparing it to an historic one… this keeps me learning ;) Nothing is new under the sun, go Messalina. I do enjoy your well-researched information and the history. X-rated goblets to boot.
It inspires me to question the reason behind the appetites (or the appeal of group sex), and the excessive numbers of sexual the activity performed both past and present. This could be considered a form of female physical competition, for better or worse.
Culture leads us to be so judgmental. 🙄
Its interesting that the theme of “women having sex” / fem hyper sexuality is such a curse, and that it renders a negative reaction from men regardless of the time period.
Men want to be seen as having sexual prowess, are jealous of anyone else who “gets more action” or is “more successful” than them, and the reputations of women are the victims / women in general. Which is just a bit misogynistic (it’s okay for you to want that? But when she gets it you’re a hater?). But we see this reoccurring cycle, even in relationships now.
Women are thought of as objects to collect. Any challenge to that deep subconscious thought (/societal belief that goes challenged but never overcome) results in an onslaught of abuse.
Good on these women for going after consensual pleasure. I wish consensual pleasure for everyone.
Also not just seen in hetero interactions, men have hated other men for being successful, and women have hated women. Etc.
Being proud of sexuality is a curse.
Take it back further to sacred prostitution in the Sumerian Temples of Inanna. Looking at Messalina is typically through the biased eyes of men needing to control women.