Editing Drakes (section)

=== Sexuality ===
The traditionalist Drake society is somewhat sexist or at least paternalistic with regards to partner choices: Female Drakes, especially young ones, are regarded as not fit for marriage outside of their species and suggesting otherwise makes huge scandalous waves. Meanwhile male Drakes choosing a non-Drake partner are much more accepted.

As gender-intended symbols, Drakes use a straight tail for men and a curly tail for women.<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2016/12/07/1-30/ Chapter 1.30]</ref>

A huge taboo among Drakes is homosexuality. The term ''"Turnscale"'' is a derogatory term for homosexuals among Drakes.<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2018/09/04/5-18-s/ Chapter 5.18 S]</ref> There's implication this stems from the belief that such behavior goes against their place in the world given to them by the Ancestors.<ref name=":3">{{VERef|Saliss the Architect}}</ref> The Watch in most Drake cities and towns violently crack down on the private affairs of "Turnscales" and displays of same-gender affection are widely regarded as offensive to Drakedom itself.<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2020/03/03/interlude-dancing-and-brawling/ Interlude - Dancing and Brawling]</ref> Even if those who say so are a vocal minority, they have forced queers - including transgender - into the criminal underworld.<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2020/04/12/7-17-s/ Chapter 7.17 S]</ref>