Ultimate List of 400+ Kinks & Tropes (Categorized for Writers & Readers)
Whether you’re a fanfic writer, reader, or just curious, this list of 400+ kinks and tropes is the most helpful and organized reference online. It includes general sex acts, BDSM, AU tropes, fetishes, and more—all grouped in clear, easy-to-browse sections.
Why This Kink & Trope List Exists
This list was created to help people:
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Make kink/trope surveys for fic exchanges
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Discover what they enjoy reading or writing
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Reference reliable, non-judgmental categories
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Explore fiction safely and respectfully
Categories in This Kink & Trope List
To help you browse smoothly, we’ve split everything into relevant groups:
1. General Sex Acts
Examples:
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Oral sex
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Handjobs
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Anal sex
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Edging
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Mutual masturbation
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Threesomes
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Double penetration
2. Sex Types & Locations
Examples:
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Shower sex
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Car sex
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Public sex
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Glory holes
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Voyeurism
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Exhibitionism
3. Bodily Fluids & Excretions
Examples:
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Watersports
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Saliva play
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Cumplay
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Lactation kink
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Blood play
4. Body & Body Modifications
Examples:
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Tattoo kink
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Piercings
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Size kink
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Pregnancy (mpreg, breeding)
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Cloning or body swaps
5. Clothing & Fabric Kinks
Examples:
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Lingerie
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Uniforms
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Crossdressing
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Latex/leather
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Panty sniffing
6. BDSM & Power Dynamics
Examples:
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Bondage
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Impact play
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Master/slave dynamics
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Dominance/submission
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Restraints
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Chastity
7. Pain, Horror, and Dark Themes
Examples:
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Knife play
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Fear kink
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Gore or cannibalism kink
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Monster/horror sex
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Branding or scar kink
8. Dub-Con, Non-Con & Unhealthy Dynamics (for fictional use only)
Examples:
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Consent play
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Dubious consent
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Non-consensual themes
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Blackmail
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Stockholm syndrome
9. Alternate Universes (AUs) & Genre Tropes
Examples:
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Coffee shop AU
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Soulmates AU
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Alpha/Beta/Omega
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Age regression
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Fantasy creature AU
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Canon divergence
10. Miscellaneous Kinks
Examples:
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Object insertion
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Hypnosis
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Tentacles
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Inflation
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Food kink
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Pet play
11. Miscellaneous Tropes
Examples:
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Hurt/comfort
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Enemies to lovers
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Fake dating
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Forced proximity
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Mutual pining
How to Use This Kink & Trope List
You can use this for:
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Fanfic gift exchanges
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Kink discovery surveys
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NSFW writing challenges
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Private exploration of fictional preferences
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Organizing your AO3 bookmarks or tags
Is It Normal to Share Kink Lists with Friends?
Yes! Many writers and fandom communities do kink/trope check-ins to ensure everyone feels comfortable and understood. It’s about consent, communication, and fun.
Important Note on Consent & Fiction
This list covers fictional preferences only. Just because someone enjoys reading about a kink or trope in stories doesn’t mean they want it in real life. Always separate fiction from reality and practice respect and consent in real interactions.
FAQs
What is a kink list?
A kink list is a catalog of sexual interests, themes, and tropes that people might enjoy reading or writing in fiction.
Is this kink list safe for public use?
Yes, this blog post is structured to be respectful, non-graphic, and educational—
