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'''Gender''' refers to a biologically or genetically encoded classification of reproductive roles across species throughout the [[ | '''Gender''' refers to a biologically or genetically encoded classification of reproductive roles across species throughout the [[Universes]] of [[The Yonder Realm]]. It is commonly, but not universally, expressed through physical sexual characteristics, reproductive capabilities, and the method by which an individual or species engages in propagation. | ||
In the Continuum, gender is not merely a social construct but often determined by [[Universal Law]], genetics, or metaphysical design. Various universes approach gender through distinct metaphysical, genetic, or spiritual paradigms, though several foundational categories are widely recognized. | In the Continuum, gender is not merely a social construct but often determined by [[Universal Law]], genetics, or metaphysical design. Various universes approach gender through distinct metaphysical, genetic, or spiritual paradigms, though several foundational categories are widely recognized. | ||
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The [[Binary Genders]] include: | The [[Binary Genders]] include: | ||
* '''[[Male]]''' — Defined by the presence of reproductive organs that produce sperm. Males require a female counterpart to reproduce. This trait is genetically embedded within an individual's DNA (or equivalent genomic encoding) and spiritual identity, and is immutable | * '''[[Male]]''' — Defined by the presence of reproductive organs that produce sperm. Males require a female counterpart to reproduce. This trait is genetically embedded within an individual's DNA (or equivalent genomic encoding) and spiritual identity, and is immutable. | ||
* '''[[Female]]''' — Defined by the presence of reproductive organs that produce eggs. Like males, females possess a genetically fixed reproductive identity encoded in their biology. | * '''[[Female]]''' — Defined by the presence of reproductive organs that produce eggs. Like males, females possess a genetically fixed reproductive identity encoded in their biology. | ||
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* '''[[Mutable]]''' beings capable of altering their gender based on environmental or hormonal factors. Some mutable species cycle between genders, for instance [[Sluggo]] are often mistaken for hermaphrodites since they can produce eggs and sperm, however they can only assume one gender process at a time. | * '''[[Mutable]]''' beings capable of altering their gender based on environmental or hormonal factors. Some mutable species cycle between genders, for instance [[Sluggo]] are often mistaken for hermaphrodites since they can produce eggs and sperm, however they can only assume one gender process at a time. | ||
* '''[[Non-Reproductive]]''' genders where reproduction is outsourced entirely to another caste or organism, often seen in [[Hive Species]]. | * '''[[Non-Reproductive]]''' genders where reproduction is outsourced entirely to another caste or organism, often seen in [[Hive Species]]. | ||
* '''[[Spirit Gender]]''' classifications used in universes where souls and spirit essence play a direct role in reproduction | * '''[[Spirit Gender]]''' classifications used in universes where souls and spirit essence play a direct role in reproduction. | ||
== Genetic Encoding and Divine Law == | == Genetic Encoding and Divine Law == | ||