Lgbt monopoly
Monopoly or polymono is a term that means one is open to having either a monogamous or polyamorous relationship. Someone might have a preference for one or the other, but still are uncover to any. Someone who identifies with this can be any sexual, adj, or other orientation as well.
Similar terms add ambiamorous, though those who identify as monopoly can have a preference.
History
The term was coined by Scratch user @Moon_Light and another who has asked to keep its information private at an unknown point.
Flag
The flag was coined by an unknown individual at an unspecified point. It is unknown if it has a meaning.
The first two alternate flags were designed by Wikia FANDOM user Pinkieshy on February 19, The colors are copied from the original, the symbols on each side indicate the preference. The heart with the infinity symbol is from the new polyamorous flag and the symbol with two rings and a heart are from the unused monoamorous flag.
The third alternate flag was designed by Wikia FANDOM user Emberfrost-cat on March 12, [1] The flag is
"Gay Monopoly &#; A celebration of gay life."
Tongue in cheek version of the classic Monopoly. Player tokens are altered &#; now you can choose from a jeep, teddy bear, blow drier, leather cap, handcuffs or a stiletto heel. Properties have been changed to a 'gay' theme as well &#; e.g. Fire Island and Castro Street. Instead of buying houses and hotels, you can buy bars and bathhouses. The funds denominations include $ bills.
One departure from the original Monopoly is the inclusion of Family Pride cards. When landing on the appropriate space, the description of a famous gay man is read aloud, and the player who can correctly identify the person can move ahead to any space on the board. Also other is the addition of Camp Cards. When these are drawn, you must perform the indicated move (ie. 'say: 'faaabulous!' six different ways and verb $3). Finally, there are "hanky code" cards, where the player must name what each color of the code meant, and what it meant when worn in each (left and right) rear pants pocket.
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Gay Monopoly Unboxing Video
Description
The Gay Monopoly board game was created by the Parker Sisters in as a tongue-in-cheek version of the popular game. Gay Monopoly features many references to gay culture in the s and offers a way for players to learn about the LGBTQ+ community.
This unboxing video, created by Megan MacGregor and Susie Bock at the University of Southern Maine, takes a look at the game and its specific history within Maine's LGBTQ+ community.
Keywords
LGBTQ+, Monopoly, Games
Disciplines
American Material Culture | American Popular Culture | Cultural History | History of Gender | Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Studies | Social History | United States History
Recommended Citation
MacGregor, Megan; Bock, Susie; and The Parker Sisters, "Gay Monopoly Unboxing Video" (). Northern Lambda NORD Items. 7.