Fire Play

Master Mystic
from Mystic Castle

Fire Play can be dangerous and should not be tried unless you have practiced and perfected this activity! Reading this will in no way make you an expert all of a sudden. Trust is incredibly important between the participants. It can be very dangerous and both people must be very knowledgeable about what is going on and what might happen during fire play of any kind. Be sure to talk with your subject ahead of time so there are no surprises.

Submissives have long been labeled volatile, even combustible. Taboos are hot—and aren't we taught that playing with fire is dangerous and taboo? Fire is hot; it's the embodiment of passion and thing of power with a life of its own. It must be treated with absolute respect.

What in blue blazes am I babbling about? Fire play, or flash-and-burn. It's putting flammable liquid on skin, lighting it, and allowing it to burn—bright, blue, and briefly. We're not talking' the Human Torch or anything—just people who have the hots for each other, some household items, common sense, and the following suggestions. As with any other intense activity, I recommend trying this on yourself before sharing your burning desire. Also, please read the instructions several times before starting, and practice on skinless chicken breasts before trying the real thing. You're playing with fire here! Besides after you have practiced on the skinless chicken breast you can toss it on the grill and not only will you have had a scene... you will have dinner too!

ASSEMBLE YOUR INGREDIENTS:
You'll need:

1. a fairly large bowl/bucket/pan of water;
2. 70% isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol;
3. Small dish to put alcohol in;
4. cotton balls or a swab; [Note: If you use a cotton ball you will need something to hold it when you light it... the swab comes with it’s own holder]
5. an incendiary device that can be used with one hand. I prefer using a candle in a sturdy holder and lighting the swab with the candle [Note: matches and candles should be avoided because they take two hands. Also, avoid refillable lighters of all types. They use naphtha or butane—both extremely flammable—and make for potential mini-bombs in the presence of open flame.]
6. Clean towels and cloths, both wet and dry;
7. a fire extinguisher (Just in case);
8. The Victim umm I mean the subject.

Prepare Your Tender Tinder. Burning hair smells... interesting. If you savor that scent, don't shave them. If your subject is too hirsute, shaving easily translates into foreplay. For some, just the sight of a straight razor elicits the tightening of the ass. Razor burn doesn't count as Foreplay; but it does count as open skin. Open skin means bodily fluids, which mandates protection. Besides, have you ever put alcohol in an open wound (on yourself and on purpose, anyway?) If the subject's prone to shaving reactions, use a depilatory cream to get him/her fur-free. Make certain to remove all of the cream with soap and water. A nice warm shower or bath makes for thorough cleanliness and a soothing, intimate transition from the business of denuding your darling to getting down to business. While the subject's naked and wet, check for any open skin, cuts, scratches, abrasions, or bruises; those areas shouldn't be burned.

Prepare Fire Protection. Use rolled wet towels as firewalls, protecting hands, feet, face, and any other nonsmoking area. Pussies and ass cheeks are fun to play with because they're soooo sensitive, but take extra care to extinguish quickly, especially where there are folds of skin. As long as you avoid open skin, it's okay to flame over tattoos. Avoid piercings; the metal may heat up and cause invisible but serious burns. Bellies, breasts and backs? Sublime.

Think Fast. Get ready to act swiftly; alcohol evaporates fast. You have to follow all the steps below—apply the alcohol, wipe any excess off of your hand, grab a swab, torch your "paramour," and extinguish your subject’s flaming flesh—all within a matter of seconds. Practice makes perfect; as mentioned above, hone your technique on some skinless chicken breasts. Okay, here goes:

1. Put alcohol on a cotton ball or swab. It should be saturated, not dripping.
2. Use it to draw a line, dot, or your initials—whatever you feel competent with—on your flamee's body. Start small and work up. The more intricate the design, the harder to control the flame. You'll know when there's enough on him/her; it should look shiny-wet, not dripping. Use a damp cloth to erase any alcohol that went outside the lines and wipe your own hand quickly with a clean rag to remove any residue/ fuel.
3. Light from the bottom of the design, and watch the flame run, or light it towards center and watch him/her come alight. Either way, the flame should only be allowed to burn for an instant.
4. To cease the sizzle, follow the flame with your hand or damp cloth in a sliding motion directly behind the flame, putting the fire out well before it can do damage.

Start Small. Give your subject a small test. If it feels okay to them, you may continue. If it's too hot, stop—this type of fire play is not for them.

Cool Your Subject Down. Ice cubes on freshly flame-kissed skin produces a delectably intense sensation. So will a mist of cool water, to a lesser degree. Try putting on some more alcohol, but don't light it. Anything that has an effect on skin—minty stuff, warming lotions, astringents—will produce fascinating results (but should not be ignited!).

Afterglow. When the heat of passion is spent, wrap him/her in something warm and cozy. Despite recent flames, your subject may have a chill from the evaporated alcohol and/or endorphin crash. Keep him/her warm, and give him/her water. Flash and burn doesn't mean a flash in the pan; this may be the moment to draw him/her into your fire.

SAFETY TIPS:

• Never EVER use cigarettes, aerosol propellants, oils, or booze; they burn too hot and are hard to control. Lighter Fuel is not recommended either.
• Repeated burns in the same area can result in serious injury, from blisters to third-degree burns. Aloe Vera gels and sprays are good for minor burns; for anything more serious, see physician.
• The effects of flash and burn are more spectacular in low light, but give yourself enough illumination to work by.
• Kid's flame-retardant pajamas are great for the flaming enthusiast; cut them into useful sizes.
• Eliminate fire hazards by immediately putting all waste in a can with some water in it.
• Communications between all parties before hand is essential.
• Have a fire extinguisher handy and know how to use it. Never spray it in anyone’s face however. (Just In case)
• Have a couple of damp towels or washcloths nearby.
• Hair: wet it, cover it, or both. MANY HAIR PRODUCTS ARE FLAMMABLE.
• Fire play is safest when done on a horizontal surface. Fire goes UP, so you want to make sure there is sufficient vertical clearance.
• Make sure the ground around your play space is not flammable, and is clear of debris.
• Take caution not to let the alcohol run under your subject where is can puddle and flame up.
• START SMALL. A little fire goes a long ways.

DANGER SIGNS:
Redness or inflammation that doesn't fade or gets worse within 24 hours; blisters, or skin that oozes fluid of any type. Severe burns require immediate medical attention. If you're wondering if you need medical attention, you probably do.

Seeing yourself ablaze can be frightening; risks run from the minor embarrassment of having the piss scared out of you to cardiopulmonary distress. I've only heard of one heart attack as a result of a fire scene, and that was only hearsay. I suppose a heart attack is possible, but it's way the hell unlikely.

Going to have sex later? Remember that latex, rubber, and other petroleum-based materials are not only flammable, they burn hot. Be sure to use those only after your fire scene.

The most important thing to keep in mind with fire play is safety. Practice safe handling of fire and start small. Be careful. Keep a fireproof blanket on hand. Make sure your bottom is not chilled and does not have a condition that gives him or her poor circulation to the skin. Keep in mind that you as the top are taking responsibility for your bottom when doing fire play. If your bottom is injured during play, it is your responsibility to take care of them. Play responsibly.

I'll repeat myself, PLEASE USE CAUTION WHEN PLAYING WITH FIRE. If you choose to do so, you are taking on the responsibilities for the potential risks that could occur. Have fun, but keep safety in mind at all times.

Master Mystic

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