I'm against it for countless ethical reasons.TrilbyWill said:
That, and I am not a fan of the kind of people who would buy this sort of thing. Like, at ALL
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That, and I am not a fan of the kind of people who would buy this sort of thing. Like, at ALL
As much as I like the idea, it would just create conflict and misery for the anthros. The first few would be kept in labs for their entire lives, to be tested on. If they were ever allowed to leave and integrate into society, it would be hell for them!
Even if anthros had exactly the same intelligence and such, the amount of persecution would be ridiculous! Human beings have a tendency to hate other human beings because of simple things like skin colour or religion. What the hell would happen if anthros became a reality?! There was a time when black people were considered little more than animals by whites. If some people(?) were literally part-animal, "normals" would tear them apart!
For it to happen, humanity needs to advance technologically to create anthros in the first place, and ethically/morally to tolerate and accept them. Since the first will probably happen, I cannot see the second ever happening.
Even if anthros had exactly the same intelligence and such, the amount of persecution would be ridiculous! Human beings have a tendency to hate other human beings because of simple things like skin colour or religion. What the hell would happen if anthros became a reality?! There was a time when black people were considered little more than animals by whites. If some people(?) were literally part-animal, "normals" would tear them apart!
For it to happen, humanity needs to advance technologically to create anthros in the first place, and ethically/morally to tolerate and accept them. Since the first will probably happen, I cannot see the second ever happening.
It's worth noting that those are both fictional situations in which the entities involved didn't really have any say in the matter. I would note that first off if something like this were to come about, it would probably work as something which altered the human structure, so there would be no need to involve a living animal. After that, as long as the person involved wanted it, is there really a problem?Kahunaburger said:
I can see how something that allowed people to alter themselves in such a way could have appeal to any number of groups, some more obvious (no need for me to go into details), but some less obvious ones as well. How about construction workers with skin like a rhino to keep them safe on the job, mechanics with the pliable flesh of an octopus to reach tight areas, or safety inspectors with eagles eyes to spot problems which might not be immediately apparent to the rest of us?
Science fiction often serves a somewhat more conservative purpose than many of us realize, and not without some good reasons. It is important to be wary of the power of science, as well as of how that power can change people. But at the same time we shouldn't be, by default, afraid of scientific advancement. Should we? Personally speaking, I think that I would be very excited about the potentials of a science of this nature. Not that I wouldn't be skeptical of it at first, of course. But still, I would try to keep an open mind to its potentials.
we made cars to get places faster, and they cost quite a lot depending on quality. it would be cheaper to keep it like this, but we might get faster/simpler rescue operations through the investments.Angel Molina said:
well, from there on out, it would just be speculation i suppose... really, not much else to say other than, personally I would be a little bit uncomfortable with the whole thing (just like the rest of society I'm sure) but eventually most people would get use to it just like everything else (i.e. computers, internet, GMOs, video games, etc.).TrilbyWill said:
Edit: err... forgot to mention, and also there will always be percentage of people who would oppose it. I mean, there are people (and groups) who willingly choose not to use electricity even to this day.
@above: mostly my issue is re: the creation of anthropomorphic animals vs. trans-species surgery. Whatever people want to do to their bodies is their own business, but bestowing sentience and a wide range of medical conditions on an unconsenting creature is pretty messed up. As I said, Island of Dr. Moreau.
As far as someone modifying their own body I wouldn't care too much really. I can see why anyone would want to do that as they'd gain superior strength, hearing, reflexes, etc. (then again that might annoying since they could be tough competition in the job market.). However, I'm not so hot about modifying animals. I think that would be wrong, not to mention it could lead to possible dangerous scenarios if they suddenly added another sentient being to the world.
Are you kidding? Didn't you see how that turned out in Splice?!? Well neither did I, but the trailers made it look like it didn't turn out very well. Well, that one trailer I saw.
I'm more a fan of mechanical/cybernetic upgrading anyway. I think it looks wicked!
I'm more a fan of mechanical/cybernetic upgrading anyway. I think it looks wicked!
you know.. as a furry i would love this, the idea of being more animalistic would be truly a dream come true, but I've also had this discussion a few times in the community. where most furries are true to the stereotypes, IE "dur dur imma living animal i B one no matter what". and the sad part is I'm close to joining them but i assume each fur would live for about a week before some religious maniac would kill them for being an abomination to god (or what ever deity).
the scientific/environmental mutations that would cause this also seem like something the scientific community would baulk at. so yea, i would love to be the image in my mind, but i'd also love to live to hit 30. and i can be happy the way i am. and if this was for New lives, i'd just be sad that i missed out haha.
the scientific/environmental mutations that would cause this also seem like something the scientific community would baulk at. so yea, i would love to be the image in my mind, but i'd also love to live to hit 30. and i can be happy the way i am. and if this was for New lives, i'd just be sad that i missed out haha.
The Dr. Guy tried to date it, but as it turns out it was a dude.Zantos said:
Wait humans are inferior to a made up creature? You would need to use your inferior self to generate enough money to afford the operation.Cid SilverWing said:
Its ok though they don't have human rights.Daddy Go Bot said:
Not necessarily religious. Your not telling me some old lady isn't going to be scared into a heart attack by their new neighbor with fangs. Especialy if he makes a baby eating joke. Then you know a whole furry on human war breaks out. Ironically the humans make furry commandos to combat the furries.McMouse said:
