Over the years, my work has centered around exploring unique narratives of powerful, commanding women, resulting in two distinct yet complementary publications: Cruella and Goddess. While they share a core theme of showcasing female dominance, their conceptual foundations and the worlds they explore are vastly different. Here’s a detailed look at how these two publications diverge and what makes each one unique.
Cruella is a journey into an alternate dimension, a universe far removed from our own reality. It is pure fantasy, a world where female supremacy reigns absolute, and the societal structure is entirely rewritten. In this realm, powerful women hold the reins of authority, dominating every aspect of life with unparalleled cruelty and sadism. Men exist solely as tools—valued only for their utility and discarded when they outlive their usefulness.
This world is defined by its extremity and detachment from real-world limitations. The women of Cruella—whether they are aristocrats, scientists, or equestrian trainers—exert a level of control that transcends the boundaries of our reality. The characters are larger than life, their actions driven by a merciless pursuit of power and self-indulgence. Everything in Cruella is heightened: the drama, the cruelty, and the scale of dominance. It exists purely as a creation of the imagination, a place where no rules of the modern world apply, allowing readers to explore the darkest corners of female authority in a fictional setting.
The Fantasy World of Cruella invites you to step into an extraordinary realm where traditional dynamics are turned upside down, and women hold the reins of power. This captivating saga is based on the iconic realms first introduced in a ground-breaking series of publications that was created in 1991.
By contrast, Goddess bridges the gap between fantasy and the everyday realities of our world. It takes inspiration from the scenarios and archetypes that exist in our daily lives, transforming them into compelling narratives of female dominance. This publication delves into familiar power dynamics, such as the demanding boss at work, the arrogant police officer, the cold and calculating step-sister, or the stern, unforgiving aunt. Whether inspired by real stories or imaginative takes on modern life, Goddess reflects the kind of scenarios that readers might recognize from their own lives or dreams.
Here, the focus is not on an entirely fictional world but rather on amplifying and dramatizing the power dynamics that already exist around us. The characters in Goddess are grounded—they live in our reality, bound by the rules of modern society but still managing to wield immense power and control in their unique ways. The publication explores fantasies that feel immediate and relatable while still allowing readers to escape into a world of heightened emotion and drama.
The creation of these two separate publications was essential to distinguish between the extreme fantasy of Cruella and the grounded yet imaginative stories of Goddess. While Cruella offers a place to indulge in an alternate reality where women dominate with absolute authority, Goddess serves those who are fascinated by stories that feel closer to home, inspired by everyday experiences and societal structures.
This distinction also allowed me to explore a broader spectrum of themes and narratives. Cruella is unrestrained, delving into an otherworldly domain where morality and societal norms are irrelevant. Meanwhile, Goddess brings a different kind of thrill—one rooted in the tantalizing possibility that these power dynamics could be unfolding in the office, the streets, or even behind closed doors.
Together, Cruella and Goddess provide a comprehensive exploration of female dominance, catering to a wide range of interests and imaginations. Whether you’re drawn to the limitless cruelty and grandeur of Cruella or the relatable, modern power plays of Goddess, these publications invite you to immerse yourself in narratives that celebrate commanding women in their fullest form.
For fans of Cruella, the stories remain a pure escape into an alternative universe, a safe space to explore the darkest aspects of power without real-world implications. For those intrigued by Goddess, the tales offer a mirror to our reality, reflecting the ways in which dominance manifests in everyday life.
Each title stands alone in its vision, but together, they form a tapestry of stories that highlight the multifaceted nature of female strength, authority, and allure.
You can get a feel for Cruella (Herstory 1991) by following the link to the dedicated website. Here, the srories are really SEVERE … You have been warned 🙂
For more realistic, day-to-day stories from the world we actually live in, Goddess is the place to go. Here are a few stories scanned from one of the very early magazines published in the early 90’s.
As you will appreciate, these scans are by no means perfect. I am using a CZUR ET24 pro which is basically an archiver for publications. It prioritises text so black and white images generally lose greyscale detail. I could replace the images with archived photos but I don’t have the time. Not the best results but at least you can get an idea about storyline concept. The stories actually get much better as we proceed through the publications because a few ‘professional’ writers join the crew 🙂
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