Welcome to a blog dedicated to proshipping and shipping in general! I’m a bit of a ship addict, fueled by an absolutely unhinged hyperfixation.
I’m a being with C-DID, so other parts of me may also post or interact through this blog. The host's main blog is @abb4donn!!
As you might notice, this blog has existed since 2024. I stepped away from proshipping for a while due to harassment, but honestly? I don’t care anymore. I’m back—with more enthusiasm than ever—and ready to revive this space properly.
If you’re here to talk about complex ships, controversial dynamics, or just shipping chaos in general, welcome aboard 🖤
This blog is proudly proship and not a safe space for antis.
Okay, as you can imagine, "DNI" would only apply to "Antis". I don't care if endos/pro endos/etc. follow me on this blog, since this blog is solely for proshipping.
BUT anyone pro-Israel, pro-contact, pro-consang, radqueers/xenosatanists/similar, anti-"good faith labels" and basic "DNI" are not welcome.
INDEX :
Proship, comship, and darkship are not the same! [REMAKE] & Proshipper ≠ comshippers ≠ dark/problematicshipper
I'm simply fed up with anti-shippers who go into obviously pro-shipper spaces and start complaining that it's full of pro-shippers and that they "can't enjoy the fandom normally"
I hate the proshippers on TikTok—and some on Twitter too. It honestly feels like a lot of them don’t understand basic fandom etiquette, or just don’t care to. There’s this constant need to provoke, to insert themselves into spaces where they know they’ll get a reaction, and then act like the backlash comes out of nowhere. It creates this exhausting cycle where everything turns into discourse instead of people just enjoying what they like in their own corners.
What bothers me the most is how performative it can feel. Instead of engaging with fandom in a genuine way—creating, discussing, or even just quietly enjoying things—it often comes across like they’re trying to build an identity around being controversial. There’s this push to constantly escalate, to say or post things that will get attention, even if it means ignoring boundaries or deliberately making others uncomfortable.
On Twitter especially, it turns into constant arguments, quote tweets, and people trying to “win” rather than actually communicate. And on TikTok, the format just amplifies that behavior—short, reactive content that’s made to get views, likes, and outrage as quickly as possible. Nuance gets lost, and everything is reduced to bold statements or bait that’s meant to spark a reaction.
Lately, I get the impression that some of them are only into proshipping because it gives them an easy way to seem “edgy” or provocative. It doesn’t always feel like they’ve thought about what they’re supporting or why—it just becomes a label they use because it guarantees attention. And when that’s the main motivation, it kind of drags everything down. It stops being about fandom, creativity, or even discussion, and just becomes another way to farm reactions and stay visible in the middle of constant drama.
Many of them are not interested in protecting the right to enjoy everything in fiction; they only want to provoke, harass, and so on, completely ignoring the meaning of their labels. The whole idea behind proshipping—at least in theory—is about not policing fiction and allowing people to curate their own experiences. But when that turns into deliberately pushing content into spaces where it’s unwelcome, or using it as a tool to upset others, it stops being about that principle entirely.
It starts to feel less like “live and let live” and more like “I’m going to make you uncomfortable on purpose and call it freedom.” And that’s where the contradiction really shows. If the point is respecting boundaries and letting people engage with fiction on their own terms, then constantly crossing those boundaries just undermines the entire argument.
There’s also a difference between defending a principle and building your entire online presence around antagonizing others. When every interaction is framed as a fight, or as something to shock people, it creates a space where genuine discussion can’t really exist. People stop listening, everything becomes polarized, and the label itself loses any nuance it once had.
In the end, it just makes the environment more hostile for everyone involved. Instead of encouraging creativity or coexistence, it turns fandom into a constant back-and-forth of provocation and reaction, where the loudest and most inflammatory voices get the most attention. And that’s probably why it feels so frustrating—it’s not just about disagreement, it’s about how that disagreement is constantly turned into spectacle.
Sometimes I don’t understand people who are anti-proshipping and argue that proshipping only creates a space for predators to hide. I get where the concern comes from, but at the same time, it feels like an oversimplification of a much bigger issue.
It makes me wonder—how is that entirely the fault of the community itself? Predators don’t appear because a space exists; they exist regardless, and they can be found in all kinds of environments, even in those that claim to be “safe” or strictly regulated. Simply blaming one group doesn’t actually address the root of the problem.
If anything, focusing solely on proshipping as the cause risks ignoring the reality that harmful people can infiltrate any space, no matter its rules or values. The real issue is how communities handle safety, accountability, and awareness—not just labeling one side as inherently dangerous.
I was bored on Pinterest and noticed that people always get confused with emoji combos for shippers. So I decided to do my own research and started collecting all the ones I could find!
And there are also combos for Antis, in case you're interested in avoiding them!
I want to thank Rentry, where they have a great variety of these emojis, and without their help, I never would have imagined finding so many.
Because you KEEP trying to control what other people think and create. Because you DON’T let people have their own theories without jumping in to correct or mock them. Because you MAKE fun of cosplayers who are just trying to express themselves and enjoy a character. Because you RIDICULE shippers for how they interpret fictional relationships. Because you CRITICIZE beginner artists instead of supporting them or simply ignoring what you don't like.
Because you turned what used to be a space for shared excitement into one filled with constant judgment. Where being “right” matters more than having fun. Where creativity gets shut down if it doesn’t fit what’s considered “acceptable.”
Fandoms stop being fun when people are afraid to participate. When someone hesitates to post their art, theories, or cosplay because they expect to be attacked or laughed at. When instead of community, there’s competition, superiority, and mockery.
In the end, it’s not that fandoms changed on their own. It’s that people stopped treating them like a place to enjoy things together—and started treating them like a place to tear others down. And little by little, what used to be fun just becomes exhausting.
Proship, comship, and darkship are not the same! [REMAKE]
As someone who spends a lot of time on Twitter, TikTok, and Reddit, I've noticed that many people can't explain what proship, comship, and darkship are, causing unnecessary confusion.
Therefore, this blog will be dedicated to differentiating these terms as best as possible (and as my English allows). This will probably be long, as | LOVE explaining everything in detail, so I'm very sorry.
And there's a lot of history about the terms, lol
proship - proshipper
A pro-shipper is a term used within fandom spaces to describe someone who opposes the anti-shipper movement and supports the idea that people are free to create, share, and enjoy any fictional pairing (“ship”), regardless of personal taste or moral judgment. At its core, proshipping is built around the principle often summarized as “ship and let ship,” emphasizing creative freedom, personal boundaries, and tolerance within fandom communities.
Before the term “pro-shipper” became widely used, the most common label for people with similar views was “anti-anti.” This term, short for “anti-anti-shipper,” emerged around 2015–2016 on platforms like Tumblr and Dreamwidth. Individuals who identified as anti-anti were primarily defined by their opposition to anti-shippers, and many created blogs dedicated to tracking, criticizing, or discussing anti-shipper behavior and beliefs. One of the earliest known uses of the term appears in a 2015 Dreamwidth fail-fandomanon post, which also shows that the term “anti-shipper” was already in circulation at the time. By 2016, “anti-anti-shipper” had been shortened to simply “anti-anti,” likely due to convenience, especially on platforms like Tumblr where brevity was preferred.
During this period, both anti-shipper and anti-anti communities began gaining visibility. Discussions on Dreamwidth helped spread the terminology, making it more accessible to a wider audience. However, the term “pro-shipper” was still relatively uncommon and had not yet taken on its current meaning or popularity.
Over time, “pro-shipper” replaced “anti-anti” as the dominant label. Many users found it preferable because it framed the stance in a more direct and affirmative way—focusing on support for creative freedom rather than simply opposition to another group. By around 2017, the term had become well-established on Tumblr and appeared in fandom surveys and discourse.
The rise in popularity of “pro-shipper,” along with related terms like “anti-shipper,” was influenced in part by large-scale fandom conflicts, often referred to as “ship wars.” One notable example occurred within the Voltron: Legendary Defender fandom, where intense debates about shipping ethics, morality, and fandom behavior brought these terms into wider use. That same period also saw the spread of viral hoaxes related to anti-shipper behavior, such as the Undertale needle hoax, which circulated across platforms like Tumblr, Twitter, and Reddit and contributed to heightened tensions within fandom communities.
The prefix “pro-” in “pro-shipper” simply means “in favor of,” directly contrasting with “anti-” in “anti-shipper,” which means “against.” Despite this, a common misconception is that “pro-shipper” is derived from “problematic shipper.” This misunderstanding has led to the term being misused in several ways—for example, as an adjective to label certain ships as inherently bad (“this ship is pro-ship”) or even as a verb. These interpretations do not align with the original meaning of the term.
Within fandom discourse, there are also related concepts such as darkshipping, which refers to ships that involve controversial, taboo, or morally complex themes. While proshippers typically defend the right to create or engage with such content, this does not necessarily mean they personally enjoy or endorse all types of ships. Rather, their stance centers on allowing others the freedom to explore fiction without harassment or censorship.
In more recent years, particularly around 2023, misinformation about the term “pro-shipper” has spread more widely, possibly amplified by platforms like TikTok. As a result, some users—especially on Twitter—have begun including “proship DNI” (“Do Not Interact”) in their profiles to avoid interacting with those they associate with content they find objectionable.
That same year, a Japanese fan artist published an essay explaining the meaning of “proship” in Western fandom after experiencing harassment from English-speaking users. The essay encouraged others to block accounts that included “Proship DNI” in their profiles, and it gained significant attention within Japanese fandom spaces. It was widely shared by prominent creators and reportedly led to many users with such labels being blocked by artists they followed.
Another major controversy surrounding the term is the claim—made by some individuals—that “pro-shipper” is synonymous with “pedophile.” This argument is based on the idea that engaging with taboo fictional content reflects real-life attraction to harmful dynamics. However, this interpretation is highly disputed and criticized for conflating fiction with reality and misapplying clinical definitions. Some also argue that presenting “proship” as a coded signal for such behavior constitutes misinformation that has spread within certain online communities.
Additionally, some proshippers signal their stance subtly on social media by using specific symbols, such as the emoji combination 🌈 + 🍖 (This combination comes from the Hannibal fandom!), in their usernames or bios to indicate their position to others familiar with the meaning.
Overall, the evolution from “anti-anti” to “pro-shipper” reflects a broader shift in fandom culture—from a reactive opposition to anti-shipper ideology toward a more clearly defined philosophy centered on creative freedom, coexistence, and the separation between fictional content and real-world behavior.
Comship - comshipper
Comship is a relatively recent fandom term that emerged as an alternative to the more widely known label pro-shipper. The word “comship” is generally understood as a shortening of “complicated ship” or “complex ship,” and it reflects a nuanced position within ongoing fandom discussions about shipping, morality, and creative freedom.
The label is often described as being used by individuals who have mixed or complicated feelings about shipping discourse. Unlike more clearly defined positions such as pro-shipper or anti-shipper, comship tends to exist in a more ambiguous space, which is part of why its meaning is still debated and evolving.
There is no single, universally agreed-upon definition of “comship,” and opinions within fandom vary significantly. One common interpretation is that proshippers support the right for anyone to ship anything, regardless of how controversial it may be, while comshippers are those who personally engage with or enjoy ships that are considered “complex” or “problematic.” Under this view, comship is less about abstract principles and more about personal engagement with challenging or taboo fictional dynamics.
However, another widely held perspective is that there is little to no real difference between comshippers and proshippers. According to this interpretation, comship is simply a rebranding or softer alternative label for people who hold pro-ship beliefs—supporting creative freedom and opposing harassment—without necessarily wanting to associate with the stigma that the term “proshipper” has gained in some online spaces. In this sense, comshippers do not necessarily engage with controversial ships themselves but defend others’ right to do so.
The origins of the term are somewhat informal and tied to social media culture. It is believed that “comship” was coined around 2021, possibly by a former anti-shipper who had experienced harassment and wanted to adopt a different label. Around August 2021, a Twitter account dedicated to the concept (often cited as comshippy) was created, along with an informational page explaining the term and its intended meaning. This resource reportedly framed comship as a more neutral or less stigmatized alternative to proship, especially for those who felt caught between extremes in fandom discourse.
Despite its introduction, comship remains significantly less well-known than “pro-shipper.” Much of its visibility comes from people asking about its meaning rather than confidently using it. Its ambiguity, while intentional, has also contributed to confusion, as different users apply the label in different ways depending on their personal beliefs and experiences.
Overall, comship can be understood as a flexible and somewhat contested identity within fandom culture. For some, it represents a middle ground or a more nuanced stance; for others, it is simply another term for proship with slightly different connotations. What remains consistent across most interpretations is a general opposition to harassment and an emphasis—whether explicit or implicit—on allowing individuals to engage with fiction in their own way.
Their emoji combo is 🌸🌙 although after researching I couldn't find out who created it.
Darkship - darkshipper
Darkship is a fandom term used to describe a fictional relationship (“ship”) characterized by dark, taboo, or morally complex themes, where those elements are central to the appeal of the dynamic. Unlike more general shipping labels, which simply refer to pairing characters together, the term “darkship” specifically highlights the presence of disturbing, controversial, or emotionally intense aspects within the relationship itself.
The label is typically applied to the ship as a whole, regardless of whether these darker elements are explicitly present in the original canon. In many cases, fanon (fan-created interpretations) plays a significant role in defining a ship as “dark.” A relationship that may appear neutral or even healthy in canon can be widely interpreted as a darkship due to popular fanworks, alternate universes, or headcanons that emphasize darker dynamics. While the term can technically apply to any type of relationship, it is rarely used for purely platonic or non-romantic ships, as it is most commonly associated with romantic or sexual dynamics.
Fans who enjoy or create content for these types of pairings may call themselves darkshippers, and the act of engaging with such content is often referred to as darkshipping. On social media, some users use the emoji combination 🎱🎀 in their bios or tags as a subtle way to signal their interest in darkshipping within fandom spaces.
What defines a darkship most clearly is that the “darkness” is not incidental, but essential. The problematic or morally ambiguous aspects of the relationship—rather than being ignored or minimized—are often the main focus and source of interest. These ships frequently explore themes that are uncomfortable, transgressive, or emotionally intense, allowing fans to engage with fiction in a way that examines more complex or extreme dynamics.
Common themes associated with darkships include toxic or abusive relationships, such as emotional, physical, or psychological harm; manipulation, control, obsession, and possessiveness; non-consensual or ambiguous consent scenarios; and significant power imbalances, such as mentor/student or authority figure/subordinate dynamics. Some darkships also involve taboo or socially prohibited topics, including incest or other controversial elements. In certain cases, these themes are present in the original source material, but in others, they are entirely constructed by fans through transformative works.
The origins of the term “darkship” within fandom are somewhat difficult to trace, partly because the word “dark” has long been used as a modifier in fan communities. Historically, fans have used terms like “Dark [Character]” to describe alternate or morally darker versions of characters. Early uses of phrases like “dark ship” or “dark!ship” can be found as far back as the late 2000s on platforms like LiveJournal, where fans informally described certain pairings as “dark” due to their tone or dynamics. By the early 2010s, the concept appeared more clearly in fandom activities such as prompt memes and fanfiction tags, and it became more consistently used on platforms like Tumblr.
In later years, the term spread further across fandom spaces. Mentions appeared on forums such as fail_fandomanon around 2014 and became more frequent over time. On Twitter, “darkship” began to gain more visibility around 2020, although earlier uses were sometimes tied to specific fandom contexts. By the early 2020s—especially around 2023—the term became more widely discussed as part of broader shipping discourse, with many users asking about its meaning or incorporating it into their own fandom vocabulary.
As of the mid-2020s, “darkship” is often used alongside other fandom terms such as proship, comship, and lightship. In this context, Despite its growing visibility, the term is not universally accepted across all platforms, and in some cases, search results or content related to “darkship” may be restricted due to its association with sensitive themes.
This is all I could find! I think it's enough to provide some context about internet terms.
I appreciate the existence of archives, carrs (even though they've been deleted) and so on; it helped me a lot in gathering information.
I guess this is something that’s been brought up before, but it’s been on my mind more lately.
Recently, I’ve started noticing that there are quite a lot of minors—especially those under 14 —who are part of what people call the “proship community” (I don’t particularly like referring to it as a community, but I’ll use the term for clarity). Their presence in itself doesn’t necessarily bother me; younger people being in online spaces isn’t anything new.What does concern me, though, is something I’ve been seeing more often on platforms like Twitter (and I’m not counting TikTok here). I’ve noticed that some proshippers who are over 16—sometimes significantly older—seem to normalize or engage in interactions with these minors that lean into NSFW territory. Even if it’s framed as jokes, casual comments, or “fandom behavior,” it still crosses a line in my opinion.
I understand the whole “Twitter is Twitter” argument—that the platform has its own culture and people tend to be more unfiltered there—but that doesn’t mean basic boundaries should be ignored. There’s still a level of responsibility that comes with being older in a shared space, especially when minors are present.
Normalizing NSFW interactions with them, even indirectly, can create an environment where those boundaries become blurred or dismissed altogether.At the very least, I think it’s important to be mindful and set a better example. Avoiding NSFW comments or suggestive interactions when minors are around shouldn’t be a difficult standard to uphold. It’s not about policing people’s interests, but about maintaining appropriate behavior and respecting the age differences within these spaces.
I have the mindset of "if their parents don't take care of them, it's not my responsibility," but I believe we should completely avoid normalizing sexual conversations with minors.
We can all coexist in the same space, but NSFW comments and the like must be kept away from minors.
I honestly don’t understand people who constantly complain about proshipping.
A few days ago, one of my alters joined a yumeship server that explicitly listed proshippers and darkshippers in its DNI. The server had discussion forums, and at some point, someone started a thread about proshipping. In that discussion, my alter shared his perspective: while he doesn’t consider himself a proshipper or a darkshipper—since he doesn’t actively engage in those discourses—he still supports the term proshipper because of what it actually means. You know: no harassment, block what you don’t like, scroll past content that isn’t for you, basic boundaries.
Then more people joined the conversation, claiming that proshipping is a way of covering up for pedophiles. They blamed the entire community simply because it doesn’t police or moralize fictional shipping. They argued that it “encourages minors to develop paraphilias” or makes them “believe that what they read is okay in real life.”
That line of thinking is honestly terrifying. It shows how many people are unable—or unwilling—to separate fiction from reality, and how easily they use that confusion as an “explanation” for real-world behavior. Blaming an entire community by saying “pedophiles have more access to minors” makes no sense. Do they even read what they’re writing?
They’re accusing a shipping community of harboring pedophiles, while completely ignoring the fact that this same community actively works to remove those individuals from our spaces and protect its members. The lack of critical thinking is genuinely alarming.
To make it worse, someone in the server accidentally let it slip that they were a lolicon. They were immediately kicked-which is fine- but afterward, people started making jokes comparing them to Jeffrey Epstein. What the hell is wrong with them?
At that point, it stopped being about safety and crossed straight into cruelty. They weren't protecting anyone-they were turning a serious issue into a punchline. And somehow, they still had the nerve to act morally superior, while engaging in the same dehumanizing behavior they claim to be fighting against.
Oh, if you were wondering. We immediately left the server and left a negative review in disboard.
Fandoms stopped being a fun escape from reality when people started spreading the belief that you should prioritize purity over pleasure and the art you create must be a reflection of your moral standards at all times.
I HATE ragebait from antis pretending to be proshippers, they always come up with the most disgusting "Headcanon" and make all of us proshippers, comshippers, and darkshippers look bad.
They always have headcanons of "X CHARACTER IS A PEDOPHILE" or "this character is a rapist" they ALWAYS do the same thing and they don't even pretend, then they want to act innocent.
